but what bugged me about GG was that it seemed too self-consciously (and maybe unjustifiably) clever and cute.
I know I'm in the minority because I second this opinion. I could never get into GG because the dialogue was *too* quick and witty. Amusing, sure, but it was always so rapid-fire and "oh no, I think of all this instantly and effortlessly! And it's not just me, it's every single person I interact with, every single time we speak!" It always seemed fake. But, that's just my personal opinion.
And, ummm, Alexis Bleidel's head always seemed way too big for her body. Freakishly so. Especially when she wore anything that bared her shoulders. *slinks off*
Becca, I can't think of any positive recs at the moment, but I'll let you know if I do!
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Date: 2007-01-04 04:52 am (UTC)I know I'm in the minority because I second this opinion. I could never get into GG because the dialogue was *too* quick and witty. Amusing, sure, but it was always so rapid-fire and "oh no, I think of all this instantly and effortlessly! And it's not just me, it's every single person I interact with, every single time we speak!" It always seemed fake. But, that's just my personal opinion.
And, ummm, Alexis Bleidel's head always seemed way too big for her body. Freakishly so. Especially when she wore anything that bared her shoulders. *slinks off*
Becca, I can't think of any positive recs at the moment, but I'll let you know if I do!