unholyghost2003

This show is actually pretty terrible. The writing is weak and shows a fundamental lack of knowledge and understanding of wealth, power, and international diplomacy. Every episode offers at least one moment that leaves the view shaking their head at what the writers think a royal life could be like.
Yet, I can't wait to watch every week.

Elizabeth Hurley (Queen Helena) is absolutely channeling Joan Collins at her Dynasty best, chewing up every bit of the beautiful sets. Joan Collins herself made an appearance as the Grand Duchess, Helena's mother, and I await with baited breath further interaction between the two.

William Moseley drives out any memory of Narnia's High King Peter with his portrayal of the charming playboy Prince Liam. Moseley's Liam is very much a man you would like to have a beer with ... but would never leave alone with your sister.

I wasn't expecting to like Alexandra Park as Princess Eleanor but she has imbued her character with a backbone not found in the script. I hope she gets better storylines in the future.

Merritt Patterson has done a fine job as Ophelia, love interest of Prince Liam and daughter of the head of royal security, unfortunately for Patterson the poor writing leaves the feeling her character is unnecessary. Ophelia is intended as an audience surrogate, friends with the Princess, sleeping with the Prince, a capable foil for the Queen. We don't need Ophelia to humanize the royals when they are written like they are the coolest, wealthiest family in a city of 50,000 people rather than the rulers of a nation, the latest iteration of an ancient tradition.

I love this terrible show and hope it lasts long enough to get better.

WOW.
Don't let some of the goofiness of some of the advertising dissuade you. This show is absolutely the successor to Weeds, but with a much more empathetic protagonist.
I have a new summer show and I can't wait to tell everyone I know to watch.

There really isn't much to say. Daria is an icon. The character and show are the perfect encapsulation of 90's youth culture.