Though he was once compared to Johnny Depp in appearance some 10 years ago, Ulrich has matured into a handsome leading man bearing little resemblence to Capt. Jack Sparrow. Unfortunately, most critics are unable to look past the physical beauty of the actor and truely admire his ability. Assumptions are usually made that he is merely eye candy, and his acting talent is overlooked. Fortunately David Mamet was observant enough to invite a young Skeet Ulrich as an apprentice to study acting at NYU. His subtle and unassuming style of acting is reminiscent of old school hollywood and stands in stark contrast to the melodramatic, one dimensional performers we are overwhelmed with today. He can convey any emotion with just a glance of is wickedly gorgeous eyes. When he does speak, it is with purpose and sincerity. A great actor cursed with beauty.

Though this show has not aired yet, the video promotions found here at tv.com and on the CBS website are overwhelming. It is reminiscent of the movie, The Day After but promises to deliver a more human connection with more fleshed-out character development. CBS is toying with the idea of an internet storyline to go along with the television episodes to add a more personal, interactive component to the show. This innovative extension will hopefully attract a broader audience.

It is refreshing that a network has come forward to offer something new and creative, lets just hope the fans and execs give this show the time to develop the characters and storylines. The knee-jerk cancellations have resulted in many spectacular shows, such as FireFly and Miracles to be yanked off the air before anyone even had the opportunity to see them. These shows are the precursors--trailblazers--to trends that develop and emerge only a few years later. Case and point: Ghost Whisper and Medium are popular shows that fall in the same genre of Miracles, though in my opinion pale by comparison. These two dramas premiered merely a year or two after Miracles.

ATTENTION CBS : Thank you for something new. But if I could make another request, give it a full season. You paid for the episodes.....might as well show them!