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The concept of this show was promising and as it was advertised as a "comedy," I binged it and now have mixed feelings.

Gilmore Girls and Mrs. Maisel have tons of fans. I have watched several episodes of each, but after a while, find myself screaming at the screen, "just shut the f. Up." That rapid, cute, insiders dialog between protagonists was super annoying and both shows relied heavily on that style. There is a lot of that here, but luckily the incredible dancing and behind the scenes of a pro ballet company is worth watching this show.

Having just finished watching, The Inside Man, a detective story about a crime inside a retirement home, almost every character is quirky and adorable, there is an attempt to do so here, but most are just annoying and mean (example Jake's Fish family, Crispin, the American choreographer, little Susu). I don't include Cheyenne, as her role is more diva (etoile) than quirky.

I did like that there was an attempt to infuse the Paris group with some french funkiness. The entire scene of the young ballerina Mishi spending a day with her crazy landlady was charming and a sharp contrast with Jake's elitist and creepy 45th birthday party in Manhattan.

So I"m still in a quandary of whether I liked this show or not, but for me the dancing and a few other components kept me interested and watching and I look forward to season Two.

I've watched several episodes at different times and kept going back hoping so hard to like as I am a huge Timm fan, but I gave up. This show is so boring, dark and depressing. And the animation? Too retro/stylistic to the point that all the female protagonists are drawn as wide as they are tall and look as dumpy and unsexy as possible.

I know this series is a tribute and/or guided by Batman TAS, which who doesn't love, but I remember that both Batman and Superman TAS as both retro, funny and serious as well.

This show is not. At the end of each episode, I find myself depressed, and isn't superhero stories suppose to do the opposite....take us "out of ourselves? Give us hope? Entertain us? Even make us laugh? (check out the Brave and the Bold Batman, plus the and Scooby doo collaborations.

Unfortunately, I watch, Merry Little Batman, around the same time, a show featuring Batman's son, Alfred and their cat. I found that movie funny....an inspirational, lovely holiday story with several animation styles.

I know that DC has different audiences (kids, adults, fans, and non-fans). In my opinion, Merry Little Batman is enjoyable to any level of fandom, regardless if you are a Batman fan or not. I don't find this version of Batman to be interesting to any fan.

What a wonderful show about a unique and unusual community that many of us are not familiar with. I have worked and volunteered on the Navajo reservation and have experienced many similar situations (except for the fact that Navajo is on the other side of the thermometer.) Actually there is some research that Navajos might have some connection with Alaskan natives. Some similarities: respect for elders, embracing and enjoying tribal jewelry and fashion, coming together in times of emergencies, storytelling, living off the land, other natives living within the community (Maori radio guy), and the white folk (billiganas) who either respect and blend in with the community or try to change things. But what I love the most is the humor, fun and love in the everyday life of a small community. And, of course, the wonderful quirky characters.

Of course, there is tragedy and horrors underlining the past and present of indigenous populations, but like the old man that comes into the community center to discuss the death of his brother, the strength, love and interconnectedness of these small communities is what makes them so special. Don't miss out on this wonderful Innuit slice of life sit-com.

I'd love to know more about the dream long-haired woman from the sea and their gorgeous tattoos...on to the internet to do research in hope of a season two!