This week, I'm going to give my thoughts about how I think some of the top shows are doing early in this season. Today, I'll take a look at five dramas:
House - I am definitely in the minority on this, but I thought the season opener was a dog and the rest of the season has been inconsistent and mediocre by House standards. The better episodes this season have been decent, but nothing special. It feels like a low water mark for the series this year. (C+)
CSI - Any given episode of CSI is better than 80% of feature films. Grissom's departure is felt, but it hasn't hurt the show critically. I love the slow build they are giving to Fishburne's character. There is much more to him to be revealed. It's good to have Jorja Fox back, too. The last two episodes haven't been their strongest, but the show is holding ground. There is room for improvement, but this is still one of the best programs on all of television. (B+)
NCIS - Clearly I am out of the mainstream of opinion for this new show, which has been at the top of the ratings, but I think it's terrible. I like Chris O'Donnell and LL Cool J, but the writing and character development on this show is muy stinko. I was willing to give it a try, but I'm not going back. (C-)
V - Yes, we are only one episode in, but I really like this re-visioning of the classic miniseries. The character development was strong right off the bat and the premise is intriguing. The inside word was that this show was in trouble critically, but whatever they've done, they have salvaged it and have a show worth watching every week. (B+)
Flash Forward - I have really mixed feelings about this one. On one hand, there is a great premise and a terrific opener. On the other hand, there are some mighty hammy performances (yes you, Joseph Fiennes!) and some corny dialogue. Entertainment Weekly says the show keeps getting better and better, but I'm not so sure I agree. I think they've had some clunkers recently. Still, I am intrigued and so far, I'm in. (B+)
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