Dollhouse

Am I the only one who enjoys this show?

I know there's a continuing story coming (you can see the seeds in the first few episodes) but the concept strikes me as the ultimate episodic television show - every week Eliza Dushku is a new character in a new situation, with action, adventure, drama, comedy, so on and so forth. And the possibilities are endless.

Now some have suggested that those who enjoy Dollhouse, are merely enjoying the promise of future enjoyment. My personal experience with the first three episodes has been different. Although I can see the promise of things to come, I have genuinely enjoyed each of the first three episodes.

Some complaints I've heard? No character to follow episode to episode. My response? Not the lead, no, but each supporting character has a story that I want to know more about. Also, Eliza Dushku provides us with a new, interesting character each episode, which is compelling both narratively and in the performance itself. Putting on a new mask week to week is no mean feat. That's actually the only real complaint I can recall, aside from expressions of general contempt.

I'm not trying to argue with anyone who didn't like the series. Just weighing in with my two cents (and maybe converting some of the undecided masses, if I'm feeling particularly delusional).

And with the mixed reviews the series has garnered thus far I can't help but feel like I'm missing something. Exactly what is it that everyone else seems to find so unpleasant?

If you have an opinion on the series, for better or for worse, I'd love to hear it. I'm curious to know your thoughts, especially if you're on the other side of the equation.

And if you haven't seen an episode yet? Well, I hate to sound like an ad, but you can check it out tonight at nine.

Watchmen: Pre-Release Expectations

My suspicion is that Watchmen will be visually stunning but intellectually underwhelming (relative to the graphic novel). I want Zack Snyder to prove me wrong, but I'm not holding my breath. Nothing against Zack Snyder, but I don't trust film adaptations of literary works.

Prove me wrong Zack Snyder. Prove me wrong.