Because I'm a complete TV addict, I've been preparing for the fall season premieres like a pro. I have the premiere schedules mapped out and I'm continually updating my DVR recording menu. There are so many returning shows that I'm excited to get back into, it's hard to imagine adding any to the line-up. But I had to check out 90210 this week. And now I have one more show added to the line-up.
I was such a fan of 90210 in college. Six to eight of us crammed ourselves into a tiny dorm room to watch it on TV every week. My interest faded when they went off to college and the plot lines got way out of control, but I have fond memories of the early years of the show. I wondered how long Donna would keep her virginity with those gigantic breasts. I was shocked when Shannon Doherty (Brenda) was written off the show for bratty behavior on set. I can't say I found Brendon or Dylan dreamy - their hair was just too gelled for me.
I expected the new show to be ridiculously cheesy, but it's actually a great show! The cast is great - especially the kids - Shenae Grimes as Annie Wilson and Tristan Wilds as her adopted brother Dixon Wilson. 
Silver (Jessica Stroup), the crazy blogging new friend, and Ethan (Dusting Milligan), the summer fling turned friend with sexual tension are well cast. The new adults are a little weak - especially the unshaven teacher. They seem stiff and out of place. Jenny Garth is the only exception - she has actually improved with age - she is glowing and gorgeous - and I love her mysterious storyline as a single mother. It's also very entertaining to see the other 90210 alumni, Shannon Doherty and Nat from the Peach Pit.
I'm hooked. Can't wait for next Tuesday at 8 to catch the next episode! At least the bulk of my other shows (Heroes, Lost, Brothers and Sisters, Grey's, Private Practice...) don't start til the end of the month. Right now I'm in complete teeny-bopper land with Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill, and now 90210!
Does watching shows aimed at teenagers make me younger? It certainly makes me feel younger!
4 comments:
I missed the first episode. I'm gonna have to be sure to DVR the show!
I loved the Twilight Saga that was written for junveniles. Maybe watching this show will really make me feel younger! lol
When I watch shows like that, my husband thinks it is a sign of my arrested adolescence. Sigh.
I LOVED the new 90210 also! I didn't expect much of it but it was great!! I can't wait to watch the next one tonight!
Okay you have me intrigued I'm gonna have to catch it now. I too was a big fan and actually thoroughly enjoy Tori and Dean inn love show now!
My favorites I can't wait to start back up are Reaper and Pushing Up Daisies. If you haven't seen them I HIGHLY recommend them both!
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