I'm a writer working on a pitch and pilot script for a more realistic, down-to-earth teen drama, and the inevitable comparisons to the Degrassi series keep coming up. Now, I've viewed a handful of episodes from different eras of the franchise, and there's some quality about it, that I can't seem to put my finger on, that doesn't ring true. I don't think it's the fact that it's Canadian. The actors don't all seem "too pretty," I wouldn't call the show overly melodramatic, and the show is certainly bolder at tackling issues than the common WB/Fox teen sudser. So, on paper, that's what my partners and I are trying to do (other than the Canadian part). But still, there's something "afterschoolspecialey" about it that I'm trying to avoid for my project, and if I could just articulate what it is, I could make a better case for how and why the show I'm working on would be different. Anyone know what I'm talking about and have some insight as to what's unappealing about Degrassi?
2006-07-17 07:44:16 · 4 answers · asked by themikejonas 7 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Television
Don't know about this one but you answered my remote control question....it was a trick question, you nailed it. expect 10 pts coming your way soon.
2006-07-18 00:40:36 · answer #1 · answered by fl2stay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a bit cheesy/corny. Compared to the HS Dramas shown here in the U.S., it doesn't quite match up. Despite that, I still watch it!
2006-07-17 07:49:58 · answer #2 · answered by Belle Noir 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's almost like a reality show. And it has drama. America will like anything with drama.
2006-07-17 07:56:07 · answer #3 · answered by invisible_fox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Umm...I love Degrassi. So, I would probably like your show just as it is...
2006-07-17 08:49:02 · answer #4 · answered by havenharleyb81 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋