Girls is a show that's going to connect with the women of today, simply because it's rooted with problems and issues that young women face now, and it's a far contrast to the fantastical sex and the city and its ilk. It's interesting but it's not brilliant.
For me, the most likable character in the cast is Hannah. She's self absorbed, trapped in her own ideals and not really making a big effort to reach for the top and achieve her potential. Instead she's happy finding comfort in her own failures and struggles. It helps that she's surrounded by close friends who are prettier, more self absorbed and a screwed up boyfriend who uses in some demeaning ways. I don't root for her but there's just something about Lena Dunham who brings her character (Hannah) to life and prevents you from turning off the TV.
I agree that some of the situations are realistic. Coming to terms with finding a secure career, home and a partner are big issues that newly grads are faced with. That's what drove me to watch the whole season, to see if Hannah achieves her dream of becoming a writer, if Marnie stops being selfish, if Jessa stops being a douche-bag, and if Shoshanna finally gets over being so neurotic and uptight.
Shoshanna was a funny character and it was a shame that she didn't get more screen time. But, given that she's so wound up, having her less on screen was probably a good thing as I liked her every time she was around.
I disliked Marnie and Jessa. Jessa, for obvious reasons- she's self centered, uses her body and good looks to get what she wants and treats everyone with contempt as though they are beneath her, not realizing that she's the scummiest of the girls. Marnie was just selfish and a bit spoilt, being the prettiest of the girls and yet not being the center of attention all the time.
The last episode is, for me, unrealistic and a disappointing end. I don't know if there was enough viewer ship to guarantee a second season but a better ending would have been nice. And the surprise item in the episode? Rubbish and so superficial.
If there is a second season, I hope it's more interesting, with less of Jess and Marnie, hopefully. I'd be happy if they were cut out and replaced with new characters entirely. Oh, and hopefully Hannah's boyfriend can get a reality check...That guy is really weird...and creepy.
For me, the most likable character in the cast is Hannah. She's self absorbed, trapped in her own ideals and not really making a big effort to reach for the top and achieve her potential. Instead she's happy finding comfort in her own failures and struggles. It helps that she's surrounded by close friends who are prettier, more self absorbed and a screwed up boyfriend who uses in some demeaning ways. I don't root for her but there's just something about Lena Dunham who brings her character (Hannah) to life and prevents you from turning off the TV.
I agree that some of the situations are realistic. Coming to terms with finding a secure career, home and a partner are big issues that newly grads are faced with. That's what drove me to watch the whole season, to see if Hannah achieves her dream of becoming a writer, if Marnie stops being selfish, if Jessa stops being a douche-bag, and if Shoshanna finally gets over being so neurotic and uptight.
Shoshanna was a funny character and it was a shame that she didn't get more screen time. But, given that she's so wound up, having her less on screen was probably a good thing as I liked her every time she was around.
I disliked Marnie and Jessa. Jessa, for obvious reasons- she's self centered, uses her body and good looks to get what she wants and treats everyone with contempt as though they are beneath her, not realizing that she's the scummiest of the girls. Marnie was just selfish and a bit spoilt, being the prettiest of the girls and yet not being the center of attention all the time.
The last episode is, for me, unrealistic and a disappointing end. I don't know if there was enough viewer ship to guarantee a second season but a better ending would have been nice. And the surprise item in the episode? Rubbish and so superficial.
If there is a second season, I hope it's more interesting, with less of Jess and Marnie, hopefully. I'd be happy if they were cut out and replaced with new characters entirely. Oh, and hopefully Hannah's boyfriend can get a reality check...That guy is really weird...and creepy.