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Cast
Series cast summary: | |||
Jennifer Beals | … | Bette Porter 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Leisha Hailey | … | Alice Pieszecki 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Katherine Moennig | … | Shane McCutcheon 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Arienne Mandi | … | Dani Nunez 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Sepideh Moafi | … | Gigi 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Leo Sheng | … | Micah Lee 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Jacqueline Toboni | … | Sarah Finley 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Rosanny Zayas | … | Sophie Suarez 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Stephanie Allynne | … | Natalie ‘Nat’ Bailey 8 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Brian Michael Smith | … | Pierce Williams 7 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Julian Edwards | … | Eli 6 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Jamie Clayton | … | Tess Van De Berg 6 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Freddy Miyares | … | Jose Garcia 5 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Carlos Leal | … | Rodolfo Nùñez 5 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Jordan Hull | … | Angelica Porter-Kennard / …5 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Stella Edwards | … | Olive 4 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Fortune Feimster | … | Heather 3 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Stewart Skelton | … | Barry Wells 2 episodes, 2019-2020 | |
Christopher Wallinger | … | Drew Wilson |
proteonomics says
I watched the first episode of TLW-GQ; I wasn’t going to watch it, but talking to some readers here, I decided to take a look at it.
The show is nice, presents some of the current problems that today’s youth and adults are facing everywhere especially related to the opioids’ consume and the use of vape.
The first episode was fine, presented what probably is going to be the main plot of the season. It called my attention the new young couple of Dani Nunez and Sophie Suarez, that I believe is promising but who knows how the producers would twist their story in the next episodes, as they did with TIBETTE in the original program (for me is still the best couple of all times); there is this other girl Finley a kind of tomboy with mechanic abilities (very familiar for many of us) another promising character if she doesn’t follow Shane’s steps, then Micah, Jose and few more.
Now, in my opinion, GQ, has nothing to do with the old show, even Bette Porter is no longer in the art world, for some reason she is now a politician (lol, perhaps she moved to a parallel universe ????) but she still has the same “weaknesses” as before, however her political cause is good and valid, though her background isn’t; Shane is now rich (another travel to a parallel universe) and she is still the same “Shane” (????); Alice is just the same (????) but now she has her own TV program and a complicated relationship.
I want to say that I feel good watching the show; I’m very interesting on this character of Dani Nunez, a communicator with high academic profile and rich, who I guessed from the beginning was going to have an inner conflict, and change money for ideals and principles, and the end of the episode told me that she probably will. I see problems in Angelica, her mama B story and other issues (perhaps the absence of mama T too) is taking her to dangerous waters; I hope she ends safely.
In summary, the new stories and new characters in GQ are good and worth to watch, no comments (no good ones at least) for the old ones. My only sadness: there is no TIBETTE ????
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Jacky says
Like most of you, I have been very skeptical. I guess I was fearing The Real L Word, which I detested (I only saw 1- 2 episodes. It was that bad for me). I also had read somewhere that the 3 characters we want to see weren’t going to be in the show that much.
I was pretty surprised that it is *NOT BAD*. I’m not saying it’s fantastic. It’s not, but it’s got a lot of promise, starting with that it is very clear that Bette, Alice, and Shane are feature very, very prominently – and they will continue to be very major characters.
The writing is the weakest link right now. A lot of it is very stiff/stilted. I suspect it will improve. I think back to the season premiere in 2004, and there was some very crappy dialogue there, too.
The new characters: mostly likable or at least intriguing. There’s already some interesting drama, though rather predictable.
I’m going to make a giant spoilerish prediction, so it’s time to CLOSE THE PAGE if you don’t want to read speculation that might turn out to be a spoiler.
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First, this is based on nothing but speculation. Here it is;
Tina has an opioid addiction.
This is why her name was mentioned many times.
This is why Angie is living with Bette.
This is the very personal and private reason Bette is running for Mayor to deal with the opioid epidemic.
Bonus speculation: Tina comes back in Season 2.
Any other ideas? That’s mine for now. I’m actually looking forward to next week.
proteonomics says
Jacky, I want to believe your spoilers, Bette talked with Tina by phone two or three times, but at a certain point Angie told her that she wants to live with Tina (though she was angry and high).
Of course, Tina may be in treatment if what you are guessing is true; but why then Bette had that fling with Felicity Adams, three years ago? Well, perhaps there is a consensual arrangement (separation) with Tina.
Now, I also think that it would be possible for Tina to come back in season 2.
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BAT2012 says
I watched the first episode earlier today, but I’m going to watch again and perhaps my opinions will change the second time around. Unfortunately there were no surprises because most of the previews and trailers pretty much gave away the entire episode 1. I’m disappointed that Bette Porter has the stigma of serial cheater, having sexual relationships with people she works with and her and Tina are still having the same argument about Angie’s education that they had when they were deciding about pre-school. Angie is also older than she would have been 10 years later at the end of season 6 I think she was like 3 or maybe 4 years old. I don’t like her character and for her to turn out like she has you have to wonder what their home-life was like for the past 10 years. Obviously Bette has her hands full, and maybe she is not living with Tina for good reason because I don’t think Tina would be as indulgent of the bad behavior. Since Laurel didn’t return to acting, I could handle Bette and Tina being divorced and I am glad they at least have her present in Bette and Angie’s life even if we will never see her but to be honest at the end of season 6 I wasn’t convinced they were going to make it as a couple. The reconciliation was very fragile. The trust wasn’t there and Bette was still fearful of Tina leaving her to the point where she could not be honest with her about what happened with Kelly. Bette is really the only reason I tuned in to the new show and I hope to see some growth in her character (meaning her moral fiber) than she has portrayed so far. She says all the right things but her actions don’t back them up. However I am a die-hard Bette Porter fan so I love her even with all her destructive ways and imperfections. Also Jennifer Beals looks amazing!!
BAT2012 says
Hi Jacky – Here are my thoughts. I think the opioid issue could be with Tina. We also don’t know if they possibly had another child that became a victim of opioid addiction or Bette’s sister Kit. It could be something that hits close to home however I think Bette would have been more outraged that Angie was high (even if it was from smoking pot) if there was a drug history in the family. Perhaps Angie is going to progress from pot to harder drugs especially if she continues to hang out with Jordi (obviously older and very bad influence). Opioid platform may just be for political reasons and a way to bring Dani into her campaign, especially after the death of one of her colleague’s son.
Collins says
I watched the first episode with much tribulation. Certainly glad the show is back, sorely missed. Very disappointed with only 3 OG ladies back.
Early speculation is that Kit died via opioids. Supposedly this is revealed in episode 3
Could be Tina was hooked instead & that is the reason they separated. That would be extremely shallow of Bette to have left Tina when she needed Bet he’s support the most.
Jennifer stated in an interview she gave that Laurel is welcome to come back when her schedule allows
Thought the show was a bit stiff & forced at times. Very different feel from the original. & not in a good way.
Hope Sophie & Dani make it, but very sceptical. Alice is as annoying as always.
Micah – could do without, not interested in his story.
As a long term Tibette fan, always hoping for that happy ending.
Seahurst says
Hey Jacky!! Long time! :-) Here we go again!! Oh, god…I don’t know if I can take it a second time around! LOL
Here is my review of the first episode…which I watched while trying to answer work emails, so I will have to go back and watch it again. LOL
Oh, how I missed Bette Porter! She hasn’t changed a bit. Still so righteous while being seriously flawed.
Alice is still Alice…she annoyed me in the first go around 15 years ago and I have no doubts she will annoy me this time around too. I do however like her girlfriend. She seemed just as quirky as Alice, so maybe this will work for them.
Shane is still Shane, although how she opened up salons all around the world, then had time to build them into a brand that she was able to sell for millions is a bit of a stretch, but okay, it’s fiction. I hope they give her something to do besides, sitting around in a coffee shop or on a couch giving out Shane advise. Though, she has a wife, so that might be interesting.
I like the other new characters so far. I wouldn’t worry about the writing and acting being a bit off the first couple of episodes. I think back to the first episode of The West Wing (NO, I’m NOT comparing TLW to TWW!!), the writing was a bit much and almost all the actors were overacting as they settled into their roles, so I would give them a chance to do that here.
I admit that I only watched the show because Allyemerson made me. LOL I ended up liking it enough to watch episode two. :-) (I guess this one sentence could have been my review. :-) )
Seahurst
Jacky says
SEAHUUUUUURRRSSTTT!!!!! How are you?! SO wonderful to see your name on the site!
“Still so righteous while being seriously flawed.” – God, you nailed that.
I liked Alice the last time around, but I’m finding her obnoxious this time. I think there is some hope, overall. Like you, I’m interested enough to keep watching.
So happy to see you mention Ally! On to her review next :D
allyemmerson says
yes – i nagged Seahurst into watching LWORD GQ – and later today we will having a long skype call about it and being sarcastic and with luck NEITHER of us will mention politics whiich will turn me into the tasmanian devil of anger……
it was great to see LWORD back again – i did cheer when Bette and her power cuffs made an appearance… and yes – she is gloriously flawed and arrogant and i love her to bits. Angie is SOO her daughter
Excuse me – Shane runs a string of salons ??? is that why she’s had the same hair style since S2 ?
I like Alice as a chat show host ( odd as i never liked the original Alice )
lets get real TINA IS NOT COMING BACK – LH has moved on – but we can certainly wildly speculate as to who is going to make an appearance. Carmen – oh without a doubt – i can see that happening..
as i adore both of them to pieces i want Helena and Peggy back – Peggy has to be putting big dollars into Bette’s campaign right ?
i like the newbies – they have potential
its ironic that before the announcement was made that the show was coming back that i started a post l word story that has them in a VERY different place…….i had to solve the ” who killed Jenny ” mystery
Jacky says
Al – ly! Al – ly! Al – ly! AMAZING to see rockstar names like you and Seahurst returning! SO GQ has served some purpose! :-)
Shane: same haircut since S2. ROFLOL!
Wait…did you post that story? Post it, if not! Why not?!
What a fantastic day or me to see you both on the site! :-)
allyemmerson says
hello Jacky waves from England
i never posted it – a case of the ” i am not that good ” anxieties…..
maybe i should see if anyone is interested in MY take on the last 10 years of the girls…i will ask Seahurst
trecelovinit says
Hi Allyem! Always love your stories and Seahurst’s. Would love to read new ones.
Jacky says
*POOOOOOST* it!!!! :-D
Seahurst says
Should Ally post a new story? Well, DUH!!!!!!!!! Post it!!!!!!! ;-)
mm says
Viewed the second episode of GEn Q L word. I have to say, I am liking the stories beginning to take hold. Bette’s past seems to be coming back to bite her in the azzz but that will make for a great story line. Alice, still the ver pain in my jazz appears to be a grown up version of irritating Alice.Shane is heart. She will always be great. Feeling a little sad for her since she was served with divorce papers and, I THINK she will invest her time and money in buying a bar as an investment to bring back the “only lesbian bar” in town. Thought it great the way she WOMAN ‘spalin’d to a drunken male customer to NOT MALE HANDLE WOMEN…especially when Shane is near. Bette’s daughter is slowly gaining respect for her mom though her mothers eyes. I am curious as to “WHY” bette porters running for mayor. That story line seems to allude to loosing someone in her life or past to tragedy.
The stories have captured my interest. like most new series, it still needs to find it’s footing and I believe momentum will pick up. The blending of characters to the main focus of this series is brilliant. I am liking the new PR person for Bettes campaign BUT as it was implied, the trust isn’t quit there since she was the daughter of the boss of the enemy who contributed to the opioid epidemic. So on that note, I do like Bettes new PR person, but she will have to prove her loyalties are with the porter campaign. Bettes campaign manager….pffft. something about him…not liking.
As I say, I will give this series a go and will look at it as a new chapter to the lives of the new generation of queers. It’s great they can add their stories to this series. I cannot find myself “comparing” on what was from the previous series. This new reboot is not the old in any way and for that, I truly am greatful.
trecelovinit says
Hey Jacky!
I’ve watched both episodes of L Word GQ. I hate LH is tentatively not coming back. I’m hoping episode 3 will shed more light on what’s happened with Bette and Tina. I wasn’t convinced at the end of season 6 that they would make it since Bette wasn’t up front with her about Kelly and the video. But, I digress. I’m just glad to see Bette, Alice, and Shane. The new characters are OK. Angie…..she tries my patience, but all kids that age try my patience. LOL It will be interesting to see what’s happened to Kit, Tasha (maybe), etc. I do want to know the real reason Bette is running for mayor.
I think I’ll keep watching, if for nothing else than to hear why Bette and Tina are no longer together (huge Bette and Tina fan here) and why Bette’s running for mayor is so personal.
Jacky says
I’m even more impressed, though I’m ready to hear what Bette’s “motivation” is for running and to find out WTF with Shane’s wife. Since there are only 8 episodes, hopefully all will be revealed in Ep 3.
One concern – one of my biggest complaints about the original series was that they were always introducing new characters, watering down air time to develop any story. With the 2 new women at the bar you just know Shane is going to buy, and Bette’s fling re-appearing, I’m concerned it’s happening all over again.
How old is Bette supposed to be? Dani? I think there’s a significant age difference – and the chemistry is obvious.
mm says
ok so was I the only one who “see’s” the over curiosity Dani has for Bette? ok, so NO MORE prowling Bette. So sick of Bette being portrayed as the woman slayer being able to conquer and get wh oshe wants at any time. so gross!!!!
The characters from the previous series…they are grown adults now and the maturity of their characters is reflective of their actions. I really don’t want crazy azz Ilene playing off of any past stories.from the previous series.
The baiting question is: HOW are the “old” characters from the previous series expected t “fit in to” the new characters lives? THIS is what this Gen Q is really about.
mm says
Annnnnnd… Finley and her hairy arm pits….seriously???? Alexa play music so we can dance!!
Well it seems t one a series that is gaining momentum. stories are actually really good. of course there are the usual traps waiting that have been sprung: Finley is having a crisis of faith for sleeping with the minister of MCC. God I hope she isn’t asking for “God’s” permission to be a lesbian. How cruel and FCK’D up would that be?
A) Shane Shane Shane Shane. She’s BAAAACK! Really withoneof the co owners of her new bar? Not a good idea rebounding and hurting from her EX wife and pending divorce. She still misses her wife and yeah, we can all tell. she still loves her. glad Shane bought a little bit of investment for her life. As Bette said, impulsive… but I think a good investment.
B) BETTE…really? re hooking up with the one person that can compromise and collapse your run for mayor? Seriously? It is a good thing you have Dani looking out for your enemies to defeat you…like I said, Bettes campaign manager….NOT liking’ him.
C) Angie…good on you girl! That was a great punch you gave that twit when she called your momma out! Fiesty, challenging the rage against the machine and just a great smart kid. glad she called momma out about schools and is now will be attending a public school. Welcome to the “regular” people Angie. But, you might want tone down the F Bombs.
D) Tina. Now we know. she fell in love with someone else and she left Bette. Ok.
E) dani and Sophie
mm says
sorry.
E) Dani and Sophie…gotta love the Soph! DON’T compromise with daddy. I getting tan between familial loyalties its a great thing family…but this is their wedding with “momma” Sophie’s food and dance and laughter and just being themselves. Like Sophie said, “Did you see the way they looked at us…” yeah. get the Biltmore picture now? I think Dani’s father momentarily “forgot” his roots of how and his wife started out. Keep it simple poppa.
hands up…who thinks MCC and a back yard wedding dinner with enchiladas, tamales, posole, fresh flour tortillas and fresh pintos and paella and great fry bread…ahh. good people good simple food and great fun! can they get that at the Biltmore?
F) Alice dear Alice. such a pain in everyone’s azz! she still tries too hard but her instincts continue to be spot on. Find another girlfriend Alice. Was not feeling the questions she asked Megan Rapino on her show…really? tabloid fodder or typical stereotypical heterosexist intrigue and cheap titilation?
I still am liking the new series. the stories can only get stronger. The best characters for me are Sophie’s family. Especially momma and her children. Why do I get the impression they are a replacement for Carmen’s family?
Seahurst says
You posted this review on the morning of the day that the third episode airs before most people are able to watch the episode, so I ask that when you do this, please write SPOILER in your review. I read your review and didn’t realize you were reviewing the third episode until I finished reading the review. Not a big deal, but please, include the word spoiler at the top of your review and I’ll refrain from reading reviews until after I watch the latest episode. :-)
BAT2012 says
We are three episodes and I’m getting the same feeling as the original. So much potential to dig deeply into these characters and their stories but the dialogue is weak and lacks substance. We are just getting sound-bites. Jenny committed suicide. Tina fell in love with someone else. Shane has been served with divorce papers. Alice has this instant family. Bette has this big secret for the reason she is campaigning so hard against opioids. Angie is a bad-ass and for such a smart kid you would think her vocabulary would extend beyond f-bombs. I’d rather that they didn’t try fill in the past ten years for the original characters than provide such frivolous explanations. Shane and the bar owner was Dawn Denbo and her lover Cindy all over again. Bette and Faith was Candace all over again. Alice, Nat and Gigi reminds me of Alice, Tasha, and Jaime. I don’t like Angie at all. I get Bette trying to deal with the ‘otherness’ in a loving way but that child is disrespectful and out of control.
New characters Sophie and Dani feel so wrong to me. They are mismatched and their relationship is just too hard for a couple embarking on marriage. Micah, I feel for him. He needs a support group and Sophie, Finley and Dani are not it. Finley – please trim the under arm hair. I get making a statement but some grooming wouldn’t hurt.
Jacky says
mm: The baiting question is: HOW are the “old” characters from the previous series expected t “fit in to” the new characters lives? THIS is what this Gen Q is really about.
YEEEESSSS.
I agree, there is a Dani/Bette thing.
Shane buying the bar. These are the 2 clear intertwinings so far. And I guess Alice employing Dani and Finley.
Finley’s pits – so glad I wasn’t the only one to react. More like heave.
We have the Bette/Tina answer! Still – why are they brining up Tina’s name so much? To torture the fans? To set up something for next season? To try to keep the fans encouraged?
Seahurst – isn’t it odd that we aren’t all watching it at the same time (or an hour apart). Yeah – probably a good idea to start reviews with what episode # it is for.
I’m already over Dani and Sophie. It’s just so predictable. And the writing – and acting – for Sophie and her father is so stilted.
Lena – way too fast. They needed to build that more.
Bat2012 > We are three episodes and I’m getting the same feeling as the original. So much potential to dig deeply into these characters and their stories but the dialogue is weak and lacks substance.
Bat2012 > New characters Sophie and Dani feel so wrong to me.
Exactly. I feel exactly this. And yet, I still like it.
Anyone hearing anything about ratings? Renewal? Etc?
Zhenya says
*****MAJOR SPOILER********
Is going to be announced in a separate posting.
Thank you, Zhenya for providing it!
BAT2012 says
Episode 4 – hope it’s not too soon to talk about it. Spoiler Warning if you’ve not seen it yet.
The best scenes in this episode for me are Bette and Shane together, I’m loving how connected they are, and the honesty between them.
Alice is in her own world. The threesome was obviously going to happen, but what was the point. Does it now become a polygamous relationship where they share Gigi. Maybe Alice regretted not doing it with Tasha and Jamie so she’s reliving that fantasy. Not my scene but interested to see how it plays out.
Kit the heroin addict dying from an overdose. I think most of us guessed that was Bette’s big secret for her stance on opioids, but I hated that they villainized Kit. Making her a junkie instead of her being mis-prescibed pain killers for an injury or something more related to blaming the pharmaceutical industry. Kit was a drunk and junkie most of her adult life, and Bette pretty much dismissed her existence from her life so don’t really see the passion behind her reason. Also if she was so convicted she wouldn’t need to think twice about breaking it off with Felicity. And if Felicity helped her so much when Kit died she would stand by Bette and do what was needed to help her election not jeapordize it.
Shane’s birthday surprise was pretty cool. Loved the cake and the old pictures. Finally we meet the wife and understand the reason behind the break up. Disagreement about having kids is pretty major. Probably should have had that conversation before getting married.
Katey471 says
Shane naming the bar Dana’s! I was so happy to see that. The Kit story, well we knew that was probably the twist…sad to think Pam Grier won’t be coming back. I did love seeing Helena’s birthday text in Shane’s phone. lol
BAT2012 says
I also liked that Shane named the bar Dana’s that was a sweet gesture to keep her alive in their hearts. Jennifer said Pam wasn’t coming back definitively so not sure if that was before or after they decided to kill her character. Text messages from everyone for Shane’s birthday was also pretty cool. We say Tina texting that she hoped she received the package so obviously Tina is also in touch with Shane or at least cares about her. Overall I enjoyed the whole birthday celebration in this episode.
Gumby says
Well hello to everyone! Nice to see Ally and Seahurst back! A shout out to the old days!
I was reading these reviews and chuckled. I’m still pretty torn. I wanted to see some growth in the last several years and just don’t see it.
Bette – I think the reason why Tina keeps getting mentioned is because they co-parent and it’s necessary. She has such a powerful reason for running, whether it reflects on Kit or not, has a rather emotional scene with Dani and then goes and gets high? I just don’t see that personally. I love the dynamic between her, Shane and Alice. I agree that it’s awesome to see that.
Shane – sleeping with 2 people 3 episodes in…seems about right if you don’t want to show that she’s matured. That was always Shane’s thing right? Maturity beyond her years when we compare her to an 800 year old Jedi Master Yoda ☺️ So how come she never shows that growth?
Alice – she’s about the same and I don’t see a lot of chemistry between her and her partner but I give her a nod for trying to be there as a parent.
Dani – love this character but think Sophie is selfish. She goes on a rant about how she wants her family to cook, she doesn’t want to hold it all in as she gets married…..Dani is doing all the compromising as Sophie’s family is saying it’s ok if it doesn’t work out you can just get divorced. That sucks. I have no doubt that they love one another but Dani should insist on some compromise not because of her father but because of herself.
Fin – she really needs to stop drinking and grow up a bit. I have a hard time when her scenes are on frankly because she’s immature as a character. First thing she should stop is drinking all day!
I like that we have a trans character that is way more relatable than Max for me. But again, I want to see the growth. He’s saying he knows he’s wrong for the random hookup so let’s see some growth now…..face the fears and communicate before you jump on the couch and bang someone please.
I’ll watch….because I love the original characters and Dani. I even DVR it ☺️ But I really want to see some maturity. Bette is recognizing her sabotaging behavior, even if only to Shane, but it’s a start I’ll take hoping they build on it for Bette and other characters.
Seahurst says
Gumby! A shoutout right back…but please, I know it’s been 10 years since the show ended…but can we refrain from using the word OLD?! ????
Gumby says
I, of course, was speaking only of me. ☺️
Lamentamini says
Late to the party but here to throw in my thoughts. This WILL contain content from the four episodes already aired.
Bette – Politician Bette is cool but I miss Art Bette. That was some strong shit she was smoking with Shane to get that high that fast! Unless that’s typical. I’ve never smoked weed so I don’t know. I was so not ready to hear about Kit even though it was pretty much a given. I guess we’ll never know the why.
Shane – Same old Shane. So she just turned 40? Never thought Shane and I would be the same age. Now I REALLY feel old because I was 25 when I found The L Word.
Alice – Same old Alice. Not digging her relationship with…Natalie? Is that her name? That threesome with Gigi is gonna bite Alice in the ass no doubt. Where the fuck is Tasha?
Finley – Girl you need to get your shit together. Drinking all the time is not sexy.
Dani – You’re hot, and I can’t believe this actress was never on Degrassi because she LOOKS like the typical Degrassi kid.
Sophie – I can see how people think of her as a brat, but what I’m seeing is a class clash. She and Dani need to compromise. Also, she’s hot too.
Micah – My boy! I wish we’d see more of him. He’s my favorite of the newbies.
Angelica – Typical teenager. Anyone else think she’s crushing on Jordi or whatever her name is?
Happy new year :)
Martha3128 says
If you have not read the interview with Marji-Lewis Ryan, please look it up and read. I think it explains a lot about the approach Gen Q has for this season.
Reading between the lines, its would appear to me that Ms Ryan is young – 34 years old and has designed a show for the under 35 group. In my opinion, she connected with Chaiken for the reboot rights in order to appeal to the long standing fan base of The L Word and that show’s established success. She then contacted the former stars and offered them a reboot role and for those who signed on, a executive producers position on the billing. She then wrote in storylines for the returning stars and the older group to transition to her new cast and storyline.
An executive producer is the position which is responsible for the business and legal affairs of the project. They generally have no dealings with the day to day affairs (story line, writing, casting, directing, filming, etc.). Their main purpose is to obtain financing and convince a studio to take on the project by associating their name and reputation to a project. Chaiken, Beals, Moening, & Hailey are four of the executive producers. It is my opinion that none of these have any say as to the story line this program is pursuing.
Beals, Moening and Hailey have also signed contract to be actors in the project. A typical contract allows some actors some flexibility in how they portray their character but little or no influence on the story line or the dialogue or the situations. The exception is only where written in the contract, for example: Beals has a no frontal nudity on screen clause. They also have some responsibilities to provide public appearances to promote the project in some positive light. Of course they are all actors, therefore they are only going to say positive things about the character or the film whether they personally believe what they are saying or not and they are going to look sincere when they say these things. Its beneficial for their future career.
Back to the interview. Ryan said that basically the new actors relationship with the older actors is through their employment. I conclude from that is that there will be no personal friendship between the older actors and the younger actors unless there is some romantic relationship involved. So….if the older group is to remain on the show for a multitude of years, then romantic liaisons are inevitable. You can count of Bette having an affair with Dani or as soon as the election is over, there is no relationship between Bette and Dani unless she is hired in some other capacity. If Alice loses her show, there will be no connection between Finley and Alice. Shane now has a bar so she may assume the role of acquaintance to the younger set, So long term, I see Bette, Alice and Shane all disappearing from Gen Q and the storyline proceeding with the new cast of characters.
Ryan has managed to dispose of Jenny, Kit and Tina. She has paid homage to Dana by naming a bar after her. Even though Jennifer Beals says in interviews that there is a possibility of some of the others returning, I believe that possibility is slim and none. In Ryan’s words: This is my show and I determine who plays and who doesn’t. And I see that to mean anything that was Chaiken’s creation will not be on her most favored list. Her objective is to create something which belongs solely to her.
Ryan says that her job is to provide the viewers with something to scream at the TV about. And in fulfilling that responsibility, she promises that in episode 8, the final episode she plans to deliver. What do you predict she is going to do?
Collins says
Finally got to watch episode 4 after all the holiday stuff & working crazy hours.
Some good & some not so good. Alice & her behaviors continue to annoy me to the point of just forwarding her scenes. The threesome was ridiculous. Only good part was Gigi.
Dani & Sophie are still very bad actors. Don’t have any good vibes from them. Sophie should drop her ass & find someone better. Dani is not mature enough to handle any type of relationship with Bette. She’s like a kid compared to Bette.
Could be part of a cliff hanger.
Finley is disappointing & rude. She uses her friends
Shane – great scenes with Bette. Nice touch for Dana with naming the bar after her. Hope Shane & her wife can work it out.
Kit – disappointed in the way they killed her off. Just exemplifies Marja’s limited story telling skills. Surprised that Beals agreed to that story line. Hopefully, there may be more explanation later.
Bette – she needs to drop Felicity like yesterday. If felicity is so in love with Bette, why didn’t she divorce the husband? She’s just a story filler. Next episode, she’s gone.
Seems that Bette’s life is going to get more complicated soon.
Also seems strange that again in this episode, there are 4 reference to Tina – text message to Shane, flowers to Shane from her, Bette talking about Tina again & then that photo of the 4 friends with Tina front & center. So much foreshadowing. Still have hoped that Tina will appear by the end of the season.
allyemmerson says
GUMBY AND LAMMI ! YAHA ! hello and great to see your names :-)
its not just the show that seems to be bringing back the OG….
Who would have thought that my fav parts of the show are Shane and Bette… both of them totally excusing the others bad behaviour – nothing has changed there but oh how i have adored those two scenes between Bette and Shane
i love Bette – thats not in doubt but i do want to yell at her so many times. so that is consistent . Bette Porter is brilliant and totally flawed
yes the threesome was H-O-T but predictable and it seemed Chaiken in tone and didn’t sit well with me
i like the newbies – Fin is interesting and maybe we need to see a lesbian who does have a drinking problem – lets see how that is handled
its not as awful as i feared and i have no desire ( unlike the original ) to rush off and rewrite episodes. i am enjoying it and frankly its all been worth it just for Bette saying ” gggiiirrrrlll ” in Kit-style
Gumby says
Ally! I’m loving the new story you’ve got going….too much to beg for a chapter right out of the gate?
allyemmerson says
Big shout out to Gumby and Lammi – seems the site is getting more of the ORIGINAL guard back than the show.
never thought i would say this but the shane and bette scenes are the most lovely thing about the show. The reboot has been worth it JUST for bette saying ” giiirrrrlll ” in the last episode and it was just so heartachingly lovely. Shane and Bette are still serial shaggers and they are justifying each other’s bad behaviour . but people are like that and at 55 Bette probably isnt going to grow up in that resort.
i didnt buy into the Alice threesome – yes it was hot but pointless and too much of a chaiken like scene
the newcomers are interesting in their own ways – Finn needs to resolve her booze problem and Angie is exactly what you would get with Bette and Tina as parents…super smart and a rebel
i am enjoying the show more than i did with the original – i watch it with a goofy grin on my face and i have no desire to go off and rewrite all the plot holes