Every drama must have its protagonist. But why did the producers introduce Eklund in MDLLA? What was wrong with leaving him to languish in Manhattan? And my final answer is: as long as Eklund is on the screen, I am mute and fast forward.
I also realize that those behind the camera can request some drama moments--"we need some anger, raised voices, interpersonal flare-ups, arguments, face slapping, vice, anger, jealousy, greed, avarice, dishonesty, alcohol abuse (one of the cast undeniably appears to be in serious trouble with booze in seemingly any form). Of the seven deadly sins this series covers them quite well without much effort.
As for the cast member who seems to slide noticeably further and further into alcoholism, the others might very well be prepared to deliver the mantra, "Lo how the mighty hath fallen." Time for an intervention? It might be a good thing to see this show address a social issue amidst the self-indulgence and greed being bought and sold.
I also realize that those behind the camera can request some drama moments--"we need some anger, raised voices, interpersonal flare-ups, arguments, face slapping, vice, anger, jealousy, greed, avarice, dishonesty, alcohol abuse (one of the cast undeniably appears to be in serious trouble with booze in seemingly any form). Of the seven deadly sins this series covers them quite well without much effort.
As for the cast member who seems to slide noticeably further and further into alcoholism, the others might very well be prepared to deliver the mantra, "Lo how the mighty hath fallen." Time for an intervention? It might be a good thing to see this show address a social issue amidst the self-indulgence and greed being bought and sold.
