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May 25, 2012
The first season of “Revenge” provided viewers with a great escape every week. The show ended its freshman run Wednesday night, when it aired one of the best and most gripping season finales of the year.
“Revenge” centers on Emily Thorne (Emily VanCamp), a woman who sets out to take revenge on the family (called the Graysons) that destroyed her own.
The show’s whole cast works great together, but Madeleine Stowe (as ice queen Victoria Grayson) and Gabriel Mann (as lovable Nolan Ross) particularly stand out and often steal their scenes. Stowe even received a Golden Globe nomination for her work.
The soap’s writing is also very strong, as every juicy twist (of which there are many) seems organic and every character has their own motives for the actions they take. Moreover, Victoria Grayson recites some of the best lines currently on television (ex. “every time I hug you the warmth you feel is my hatred burning through”).
The love triangle, even if it isn’t quite as riveting as the actual revenge storyline, is very interesting as well and has sparked many online debates. Should Emily be with Jack, her childhood love (Nick Wechsler), or Daniel, her current beau (Joshua Bowman)?
Along with the love triangle and revenge comes some truly inspired characters. Nolan and Victoria Grayson are two of the best ones currently on TV. This, though, is probably due to a mix between the good writing and fabulous charisma and charm displayed by their portrayers. Emily (aka Amanda Clarke), too, is a fantastic character with a complicated and enthralling past.
In conclusion, “Revenge” is undoubtedly one of the most addicting (and fun) shows currently on television. Be sure to watch the first season if you haven’t already. If you have already seen it, check out the slideshow to your left, which contains 50 photos from the show’s stellar first season!
Letter Grade: A
The first season of “Revenge” provided viewers with a great escape every week. The show ended its freshman run Wednesday night, when it aired one of the best and most gripping season finales of the year.
“Revenge” centers on Emily Thorne (Emily VanCamp), a woman who sets out to take revenge on the family (called the Graysons) that destroyed her own.
The show’s whole cast works great together, but Madeleine Stowe (as ice queen Victoria Grayson) and Gabriel Mann (as lovable Nolan Ross) particularly stand out and often steal their scenes. Stowe even received a Golden Globe nomination for her work.
The soap’s writing is also very strong, as every juicy twist (of which there are many) seems organic and every character has their own motives for the actions they take. Moreover, Victoria Grayson recites some of the best lines currently on television (ex. “every time I hug you the warmth you feel is my hatred burning through”).
The love triangle, even if it isn’t quite as riveting as the actual revenge storyline, is very interesting as well and has sparked many online debates. Should Emily be with Jack, her childhood love (Nick Wechsler), or Daniel, her current beau (Joshua Bowman)?
Along with the love triangle and revenge comes some truly inspired characters. Nolan and Victoria Grayson are two of the best ones currently on TV. This, though, is probably due to a mix between the good writing and fabulous charisma and charm displayed by their portrayers. Emily (aka Amanda Clarke), too, is a fantastic character with a complicated and enthralling past.
In conclusion, “Revenge” is undoubtedly one of the most addicting (and fun) shows currently on television. Be sure to watch the first season if you haven’t already. If you have already seen it, check out the slideshow to your left, which contains 50 photos from the show’s stellar first season!
Letter Grade: A