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Endlessly rewatchable, sex and the city is a one of a kind tv show epitomizing the early 2000s. With a long running tv show it's inevitable to have some good and not so good storylines. But for the most part, SATC got it right, showcasing four single girls navigating love and life in New York City. One of my all time favs.

Well, to be honest, I never thought I would be writing a review on Sex and the City as a teenage guy. I do not see myself as someone who is into the New York scene of style, glamour, or fashion but the show helps me understand where men and women go wrong in relationships.

Like I said, I am a teenager, so I am entirely new to relationships, but I feel so confused at times by what women are thinking and why they do certain things. Miranda, Charlotte, Samantha, and Carrie openly discuss their relationships with men and I find it helpful to look into the female psyche. There are a lot of cautionary tales about men during the show about what not to do during a relationship. The way men are portrayed is not much different from reality because men hide secrets, have strange desires in bed, have commitment problems, bad hygiene, etc.

The interesting thing I notice from all four of the main leads is the tendency to overthink a man's exact words. A small piece of advice for any woman that I have, is that men (including me) are dumb and are very simplistic when we mean something. In my experience, it is very rare when a man has the ability to be very manipulative towards others, especially women.

Lastly, the show is very educational for me. I do not necessarily agree with plot lines at times, but the show is reality in a way it feels others cannot achieve. I suggest that everyone watch the show, for me, it has been very helpful.

There are some series that really take you back to a certain era. Series that have characters that stick with you as you move through your own life. Sex and the City does that, and it is always wonderful to re-watch it.

Now, admittedly, this show may appeal to a slightly more female audience, but I think men may appreciate ..well, the sex...(uncensored versions can be a bit graphic with nudity) and the comedic aspect of the show. The writing is truly phenomenal, with some of the funniest lines I've ever heard.

For me, this show is so great because it hits just about every dating/relationship issue I've ever had right on the head. If I'm going through a difficult breakup, I watch an episode, and realize that I'm not alone.

The show is hilarious in its sometimes shockingly straightforward discussions on dating and sex. It also touchingly portrays the friendship between four loyal friends: Carrie- the main character, a writer for a dating column who can never seem to find the right guy; Miranda- the self-assured lawyer; sexually liberated Samantha, and the hopeless romantic, Charlotte. You will come to love these women like your own best friends. No one series has ever made me laugh and cry so much.

Sex and the City (1998-2004) is one of my absolute favorites for many reasons. First off, it sports an incredible cast! Sarah Jessica Parker stars as Carrie Bradshaw, Kim Cattrall plays Samantha Jones, Cynthia Nixon is Miranda Hobbes, and Kristin Davis plays Charlotte York. The casting is spot on, every actress plays their character perfectly. It's true that they're all a joy to watch, Samantha Jones is my personal favorite, she's truly hilarious and just when you think she can't think about anything other than casual sex, she surprises you with her big heart. I love that each character has their own style and they are so different as people, yet they fit together perfectly as a friend group. The writing is just great. It is full of witty, hilarious humor, touching moments between these well developed characters, and it's all pulled together by the great chemistry that hovers over the whole show. Another thing I love is how real the show is, especially about sex. All is revealed. The dialogue is uncensored and that works for the show. Overall, this is a very entertaining, well written show that I definitely suggest! 10/10.

The serie is undoubtedly a classic series with a compelling storyline. When I first watched it around the age of 23, I was captivated by its charm and found it thoroughly enjoyable. The show offered a unique blend of humor, romance, and friendship that was hard to resist.

However, revisiting the series at 38 has given me a different perspective, particularly regarding the character of Carrie Bradshaw. What once seemed like quirky and endearing behavior now comes across as selfish and irritating. Carrie's self-centered actions and disregard for the feelings of others have become more glaring, diminishing some of the magic the show once held for me.

Despite this, "Sex and the City" remains a cultural touchstone, and its influence on television and fashion is undeniable. It's a testament to the series' quality that it can provoke such strong reactions and reflections over time.

I first caught SATC in the late nineties, and thought it was great. At the time the show really captured a certain nineties sensibility - it was cynical, tongue-in-cheek, adult. Though not your average SATC fan - heterosexual, thirty-something male working in IT - I became obsessed, and was sure to see each new episode the first time it aired. However, over time I became disillusioned with the series.

First, I eventually read the book. Despite the author's reluctance to say anything, the show never was much like the book, and has - over the years - strayed far far away. The book is, like most of Candace Bushnell's work, insightful and witty, with its humor derived from a certain urbane severity; it shares more with the works of Carrie Fischer and Tama Janowitz than any of the stuff now labeled Chick Lit.

Bushnell's characters may fall in love, even marry. They may have Manolos and Birkin bags, but this is all background noise of sorts. Bushnell is an under-rated pop-anthropologist, depicting the tribes that inhabit the big city. We may no longer be hunting our food, or struggling to keep the fire going, but it is still all about survival. Bushnell is great at depicting the primal hunger that, while it once made man fight to the death over territory or a fresh kill, now makes women deck themselves out in top gear and hunt down that Banker or Fortune 500 Executive, or fight tooth-and-nail to break through the glass ceiling.

Second, somewhere midlife, SATC, the show, got lost. All that incidental stuff - the shoes and bags, and places-to-be-seen - moved from the background to the foreground. The show became one long glossy luxury goods advertisement, the kind found in Vanity Fair. The movie underlines this - while there are great story lines, etc, the theatrical release is one obscene orgy of consumerism and decadence.

Too bad. The last years of SATC is an insult to both the book and the early years of the show. It is certainly an insult to the public, but - considering SATC was most popular in its later years - maybe the insult is much deserved.

This show is certainly iconic. I rewatch this show in its entirety at least once a year. It's funny, witty and poignant in many places. And yes, while a few parts of it haven't aged well, what stands the test of time is the theme of female friendships. That is what I love most about this show. Granted, Carrie is often the worst friend of the four. She's self-absorbed and just a bit whiny, while Samantha is the best friend, she's non-judgmental and loyal. Miranda is probably my favorite, with her comic cynicism, and Charlotte probably has the most satisfying growth arc. Watching the evolution of these friends over the course of 6 seasons is delightful and is what makes me want to watch it over and over.

This series really has it all. Solid performances, super smart script, catchy dialogues. It is funny and serious at the same time, effortlessly it will make you laugh, it will make you cry , it will make you fall in love with all the characters. It is a true masterpiece.

It is so ahead of its time , 20 years after it is still on point on everything that it is dealing with, relationships, women,men. Also the feminist aspect of it is spot on and again so ahead of its time.

This show perhaps single-handedly ruined a Manhattan neighborhood. The area where it was filmed was *once* a fun area of interesting people living low-key lives. The old fun hangouts were sort of secretive and not that well known. Now the area is totally changed and is filled with a chaotic nightmare of wanna-be out of town Carries traipsing around -- they take buses to the neighborhood where it was filmed and have their pictures made where the Sex in the City characters supposedly hung out. One of their favorite things to do is stand in line at the Magnolia Bakery for about 1/2 hour to pay $5 for a cupcake that is worth about 25 cents. Like most television, there is a reason the Sex In the City characters are ON television -- the people may be entertaining on TV, but you wouldn't want them in your house or as neighbors.

Shes was always about herself and couldn't be any more annoying if she tried. sjp seems just like her

This is decidedly one of the best written and acted comedies I've seen in a very long time. The trials and tribulations of Carrie Bradshaw and her three friends is as riveting as it is true. As a straight male viewer of this show, I think that it gave me a lot of insight into the female aspect of a relationship and the world as a whole. This show also changed the way the public views women. Carrie and company are strong, self-sufficient women who even dislike serious relationships and the prospect of marriage. This is far from the housewife days of "Leave it to Beaver" and "Father Knows Best".

Particularly stunning about this show is the acting. Although much has been said about the relationships between the stars of the show, the characters they portray have such a sense of reality and conviction that they seem like ordinary people trying to get by. Why this show was not awarded more is beyond me.

For anyone who wonders about human relationships and interaction, this funny yet sometimes surreal show is the perfect addition to your viewing pleasure.

My absolute favorite 90's tv series. Whenever I need to feel cozy and confortable this is my to go show. Carrie, Cosmopolitan's And New York City S2.

I saw a comment that said this was educational and I am not sure I'd say that exactly. Perhaps some parts are relatable but may be not educational. I think a lot of the times Carrie's "little morals" at the end of the episode sometimes are dysfunctional as hell. Carrie even makes me mad at some points, but I enjoy the show regardless. It's a fun show.

I always imagined that it would never appear a better TV series than Friends;thanks God, I was wrong! I continue liking Friends very much, but Sex and the city has a bigger place in my heart. Since I live in Brazil, the episodes take a longer time to come here; that's why I always stayed anxious for my father to buy the new Dvds released.:) The story of Carrie,Samantha,Mirand and Charlotte is captivating,funny and very interesting,since is about men and women nowadays,and their relationship's problems and inner questions. I recommend to everybody who wants to have a good time,specially women, who are going to laugh a lot, and see many of the situations in common with our real lives.:)

The very first time I saw this I recoiled in HORROR at what was being presented as modern, liberated women.

Sorry, but I cannot relate to whining idiots whose lives revolve around loveless sex and the acquisition of Gucci, Prada and Louis Vuitton labels. The troubling thing is that some may actually think this is how career women live in NYC. It's definitely not. These women are incredibly shallow and materialistic and as another reviewer said, they act like gold-digging hooches.

This is not liberated womanhood and I'm glad it's gone. 0 stars and just plain AWFUL

My feel good show! Rewatched countless times in different seasons of life, and I never get bored of it. :) It has it all, based in New York City (enjoyed every bit of it) 😍, great humor, sometimes it makes you roll your eyes, so many details to pay attention to, at times main characters show toxic traits but at some degree we all have it in us, relatable, makes you wonder.. don't have enough words to describe how much I like it. Perfect for binge watching. Love the closure and happy ending. We get to live a hundred lives through these four women, they give you ideas and give you permission to try something you normally wouldn't 😉

I wouldn't call myself a particularly big "Sex and the City" fan. But what's really good about the program is that it doesn't simply adore its protagonists: it shows how the main characters are mildly screwed up and often do self-destructive things as part of their lifestyle (although they are well-meaning individuals at heart). The adventures of Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker), Samantha (Kim Cattrall), Charlotte (Kristin Davis) and Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) reflect the true-to-life issues that people face every day.

Anyway, I recommend the show. It's another solid addition to the all-too-small number of worthwhile TV shows out there. Also starring Chris Noth, David Eigenberg, John Corbett (the groom in "My Big Fat Greek Wedding") and Mikhail Baryshnikov.

I swear the advice Carrie gives on the show and the decisions that she makes... FML. She is childish and irrational and makes everything about her. All she talks about is her book, but she is the only stupid character on the show, she should not write a book. She should go to a therapist. And that poor guy has to put up with her. And her voice is so freaking annoying. Why did they cast her? She is also extremely ugly. But the rest of the cast is great.