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Pilot Watch: Privileged

Thu, 08/28/2008 - 8:30am by BuzzSugar
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The networks have announced their Fall schedules, but which of the series will actually be worth watching? This Summer, as the networks release their pilots, I'll be posting my first impressions. A lot can change before a show makes it to air — especially this year, when the writers' strike severely gummed up the production of pilots — so consider these just some quick thoughts on how the shows look now. Today's installment: Privileged, a CW dramedy that will air after 90210 on Tuesdays.

What's it about? Based on the book How to Teach Filthy Rich Girls (which was also the show's original title), Privileged is the story of Megan Smith, a Yale grad who ends up personal tutor to spoiled Palm Beach heiresses Rose and Sage.

Who's in it? Joanna Garcia, Lucy Hale (who is not Nora Zehetner), Ashley Newbrough, Anne Archer, Michael Cassidy

The good: Garcia is wonderful in the lead role, a little reminiscent of Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada as she bumbles her way through various situations; she gets all of the most clever lines. Likewise, Newbrough is strong as the controlling, backstabbing Sage, and Hale turns on the sweetness to play the more delicate Rose. In fact, "sweet" is a good word for the show overall: It's very feel-good. Even the drama seems low-stakes, without the scandal of a Gossip Girl episode.

The bad: I didn't come to Privileged looking for an outstanding plot, but even at that, there were some baffling elements. The show hints that Megan has a past in Palm Beach — so why is she so surprised at the mansions and the money? And why would someone as smart as Megan supposedly is take a job as a tutor without even meeting the kids she's supposed to teach? I also can't believe this is a 9 p.m. show; it's not as family friendly as 7th Heaven or anything, but it still seems like it would appeal to a younger audience than 90210 will.

Will I watch? I'll probably check out a couple of episodes to see how the story progresses and then decide whether it's on my schedule for good.

To check out a preview and a gallery of photos, just read more.


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  • ilanac13's picture
    ilanac13
    2

    i love the concept of the show especially since it's loosely based on a book that i've read. i can't wait to see this and hopefully it'll hold my attention for more than the pilot. i think that sometimes you need a show that's not about anything 'real' and that you can just enjoy the amusement of it all.

    12 weeks 21 hours ago Report Comment
  • Cocoangel's picture
    Cocoangel
    3

    For me, having read the book, I've already fallen in love with the characters so I'll tune in but they better not mess with the book's plot too much or I won't hang in.

    12 weeks 21 hours ago Report Comment
  • Linda McP's picture
    Linda McP
    4

    Definitely giving this one a try. I already love Sage's attitude and character!

    12 weeks 20 hours ago Report Comment
  • mariellynelly's picture
    mariellynelly
    5

    I was discouraged by the preview to this show. It reminds me of some show that used to be on the WB but I can't think of it right now. I love Joanna Garcia though, so I might try and catch it when it's on.

    12 weeks 19 hours ago Report Comment
  • californiagirlx7's picture
    californiagirlx7
    9

    I think this show looks kinda interesting, I'll probably give it a chance. I loved JoAnna Garcia on Reba.

    12 weeks 13 hours ago Report Comment
  • baciobisou's picture
    baciobisou
    10

    Interesting. I've read the book so I'll give it a try. The attention to fashion in the book has me intrigued, but browsing the pictures they seem to be lacking.

    11 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment

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