Review of Due South

Due South (1994–1999)
8/10
Addictive
4 July 2006
Warning: Spoilers
I adore Due South and am very happy to be getting the chance to see it again. It needs to be seen again and again. *SPOILERS*

This show has a gorgeous blend of comedy, drama, and comedy. All the characters are funny and witty and a little off but very real and human. The plots can range from a bit formula like to stunning, but it's always the interaction of the characters that'll keep you. Esp. Fraser and Ray(Vecchio). What a team and what a wonderful friendship. They make me happy. The series has such a feel good tone.

The music... people have mentioned the music right? It's fantastic. I think the song choices and the way in which the series was set-up and paced and blended, it made it very special.

Sadly to special for CBS to keep it. I have to admit, I felt the series changed for the worse when it was brought back a third time. Rightfully it was losing focus by the end of season 2, but by season 3 there's a definite tone change. It becomes less magical, more silly. Jokes have an odd and cruel bent to them, making the characters jokes. It descends into farce.

There's a divide on like and it's an issue in Due South fandom. Hardly one to shy viewers away though.
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