The show is an episodic legal drama set in the year 2030, and every week the firm deals with all the new issues that arise in the future. By every week, though, I mean 9 weeks. Well really, just four, because that's all that aired on television.
Anyway, the show starred Ioan Gruffudd, who you'll recognize from FANTASTIC FOUR or some British film. He's the attorney with a heart of gold, who is a little bit naive, a little bit eye candy and a lot annoying.
Other notables include Viola Davis, who most notably drew acclaim in the movie DOUBT, where she was nominated for an Oscar. She plays the hard nosed senior partner with a soft spot for the occasional case that she decides to champion.
Nestor Carbonell was the main draw for me personally. He's easily recognizable as the ageless Richard and even in this role he brings intrigue and entertainment. Granted, the intrigue doesn't compare to LOST, but he's definitely the most interesting character on the show.
He plays a former politician who appears to be brought in for his name, but slowly begins to get his hands dirty within the firm as he champions certain causes. I've seen seven of the nine episodes so far, and i really lament the fact he didn't get more of a chance to sink his teeth in to this role. His background could have been the impetus for a lot of fun stories going forward and probably should have been utilized better in the episodes that did air. The other mildly entertaining character is played by Eric Schaeffer, who does a homeless man's impersonation of William Shatner's, Denny Crane on BOSTON LEGAL. He's good for a few laughs, but eh...
Over all this show is too preachy. It starts from a compelling point, but usually loses me. If you feel like wasting time you should go for it. Otherwise, stay away or you'll feel compelled to watch them all.
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