Bluff City Law Review
It’s a little early to write a review for a series coming to NBC in the fall – but after screening the Bluff City Law pilot – I immediately was “all-in” and had to put something together.
This show is in-your-face fantastic, and it needs to take the top spot of your “What To Watch” list. In fact, it’s so good, we’ve already announced we will be doing a podcast specific to this show! Follow along with the Bluff City Podcast on twitter!
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The Who
Dean Georgaris is the creative genius behind Bluff City Law and there’s a long and talented list completing the main cast: Jimmy Smits, Caitlin McGee, Scott Shepherd, Barry Sloane, Michael Luwoye, MaameYaa Boafo, Stony Blyden and Jayne Atkinson.
The What
Part family drama and part legal procedural – this show focuses on the fractured relationship of Elijah Strait (Jimmy Smits) and his daughter, Sydney (Caitlin McGee). Both superstar lawyers in their own right – Elijah asks Sydney to rejoin his legal firm to take on an almost unwinnable case.
Things aren’t quite what they seem and there’s a lot of backstory to unfold as viewers will revel in the grit and determination of the characters. There’s a lot of heart, hope, and potential for glory as the story comes together.
Will they make it? Will they win?
The Where
Based in and shot in Memphis, Tennessee – it’s the perfect atmosphere for this series. Memphis brings a certain spice to the show – and adds to the overall effect. It just wouldn’t be the same if it were New York City or Los Angeles. (It also wouldn’t be titled ‘Bluff City Law’)
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Initial Ratings:
So Many Shows Scoring 1-10: 9.0
High points: Jimmy Smits is perfect in his role, but Caitlin McGee is a standout surprise with a performance that will surely captivate you. Quality writing brings a lot of great memorable lines that will invoke quite a few emotions – and the delivery from all of the cast is second to none. There’s a great mix of ‘legal’ meeting ‘family’ drama – without either being diluted or overshadowed by the other.
Potential low points: There may be some people saying “oh, another legal drama?” – and that may keep some viewers away initially, but it’s done so well – I believe they’ll find the show.
Final thoughts: I was already a fan of Jimmy Smits and Dean Georgaris – this should have been an “easy” watch for me no matter what… The truth is – I was blown away – this pilot far exceeded my original expectations and will do the same for you. If this show were a poker hand, it would definitely be a royal flush – an unstoppable winner.
The show’s mantra is “CHANGE THE WOLD!” – and fittingly so… After you watch it, it might just change yours.
More:
Bluff City Law will air Mondays at 10/9c on NBC in the fall. See the official trailer below:
Will you be watching?
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