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Third Watch (1999)
They Don't Make Them Like This Anymore
I don't know what has happened but, they don't make shows like this anymore. I have just been rewatching Third Watch in 2023 and it still stands up 23 years later. It is everything I love, it is gritty dark and super entertaining. It is a lot like the TV show 911. It has fire, police and paramedics. What makes it different than shows of today is that not everything turned out rosey and not everyone ends up living. Some of the dialogue 23 years ago would not be considered appropriate today, there are sexual and racists remarks made left, right and centre. It is also filmed in New York which makes everything look grittier than it would be if filmed elsewhere.
9-1-1 (2018)
Please Give It A Chance
Perhaps too many reviews were made after one episode. I have now watched 4 episodes and find the show exciting and intriguing and can't wait for next week. I love shows that are character driven and this one doesn't fall short. I find the one-dimensional cop or med show boring if all the show has going for it is just drama and action with no substance. As for the acting I can't take my eyes off of Angela Bassett. Is it realistic? Well, it is network TV after all. I want to escape and be entertained and not think about how true to real life the characters or writing are. Every show even reality shows on TV are embellished. Take it for what it is, and enjoy the ride, you just might be glad you did.