The L.A. Complex (2012– )

Full of new relationships, salacious temptations and make-it-or-break it decisions, the series coming-of-age dwellers grapple with life's defining moments as they deal with the unreality of... See full summary »

Creator:

Martin Gero

Stars:

Jonathan Patrick Moore, Joe Dinicol, Cassie Steele

3 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Jonathan Patrick Moore	...	Connor Lake (19 episodes, 2012)
Joe Dinicol	...	Nick Wagner (19 episodes, 2012)
Cassie Steele	...	Abby Vargas (19 episodes, 2012)
Jewel Staite	...	Raquel Westbrook (19 episodes, 2012)
Andra Fuller	...	Kaldrick King (18 episodes, 2012)
Kristopher Turner	...	Cam (18 episodes, 2012)
Jordan Johnson-Hinds	...	Kevin (18 episodes, 2012)
Georgina Reilly	...	Sabrina Reynolds (15 episodes, 2012)
Ennis Esmer	...	Eddie Demir (15 episodes, 2012)
Dayle McLeod	...	Beth Pirelli (13 episodes, 2012)
Michael Levinson	...	Simon Pirelli (13 episodes, 2012)
Rebecca Dalton	...	Dita (13 episodes, 2012)
Dayo Ade	...	Dynasty (11 episodes, 2012)
Benjamin Charles Watson	...	Tariq Muhammad (9 episodes, 2012)
Chelan Simmons	...	Alicia Lowe (8 episodes, 2012)
Eugene Clark	...	Walter Dougan (8 episodes, 2012)
Ryan Belleville	...	Scott Cray (8 episodes, 2012)
William 'Big Sleeps' Stewart	...	Rook (8 episodes, 2012)
Aaron Abrams	...	Ricky Lloyd (8 episodes, 2012)
Christopher Stanton	...	Writer 1 (8 episodes, 2012)
Ryan V. Hays	...	Writer 2 (8 episodes, 2012)

Storyline

Full of new relationships, salacious temptations and make-it-or-break it decisions, the series coming-of-age dwellers grapple with life's defining moments as they deal with the unreality of the show-biz industry.

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Plot Keywords:

stripper | living in hotel | party drug | los angeles california | aspiring singer | 

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Taglines:

Small fish. Big pond. Huge dreams.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

10 January 2012 (Canada)

Also Known As:

Highland Gardens

Company Credits

Production Co:

Epitome Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Featured in Chelsea Lately: Episode #6.146 (2012)

User Reviews

Pretty Great So Far!

The L.A. Complex follows the lives of twenty-somethings living in the same apartment complex in L.A (The Lux, inspired from the real life Highland Gardens). trying to make it as actors, dancers, producers and comedians. Relationships begin and end, the need to succeed is tested and all characters are pushed to their breaking points.

I have to admit, I wasn't expecting much out of the series at first. The premise (and title) seemed similar to the outlandish show Melrose Place. But, I was quite impressed. The Pilot well shot and was successful in creating an ideal mix of wit, drama and scandal with an excellent pace(and a good cliff hanger). And more importantly (to me at least) the characters were likable. Raquel (played by the great Jewel Staite) was probably my favourite character as the street-smart veteran of the Hollywood scene, followed closely by Abby (played by Cassie Steele) who shines as an endearing aspiring actress. The rest of the cast/characters was also quite good (although I wasn't a huge fan of Nick despite the charming Joe Dinicol) What truly surprised me about the show was the great amount of realism infused. Produced by the makers of the Degrassi franchise (hailed as being one the most realistic teenage dramas) it was probably inevitable that the characters career struggles are true and quite representative of those in L.A.

Overall it's a slick project that allows viewers to experience vicariously the economic and emotional decisions of these wonderful characters. I know I'll be tuning in next week.

My only great complaint: 6 episodes? REALLY?