Catching Ducks

Possibly the greatest wunza plot in the history of television:

"A vampire, a werewolf, and a ghost are roommates."

That's the basic description of the show, and it's also the strength of the show. The main characters are amazing, and their interactions and friendships are why I originally got hooked on it.

It certainly wasn't for the plot. The first season's grand, over-arching story is a big bowl of meh. Something about vampires trying to take over the world? I think? I just re-watched it, and I'm still fuzzy on the details. It doesn't make sense and it's not interesting.

The smaller-scale plots are much better. George dealing with his curse, and his awkward and tentative relationship with Nina. Annie's struggles with why she's still here, and her feelings for her still-living fiance. Mitchell... Well, Mitchell sure is pretty. Unfortunately, he spends a lot of time being angsty and making poor decisions. But pretty!

The main characters really are fantastic, and the moments highlighting their friendships are an absolute joy.


Spoilers:

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Labels: Being Human, review: TV