In an age where shock-value and the lowest denominator passes for "comedy", this series presents us with a new category that combines the awkward "first times" and innocence of youth with a nostalgic yet irreverent eye of adult humor. The jokes and situations are seriously cerebral, but also visceral; you don't WANT to laugh...you just do. While the main "teen" characters are masterfully played by 30-somethings, there is very little suspension of disbelief required; they're just that good. And so is this series. I really hope it survives a few more seasons.
Review of PEN15
