VividSimon Simply Perfect

PodBill Just what I expected

Fairaher The film makes a home in your brain and the only cure is to see it again.

Hayden Kane There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

ccssheila Finally a great new show. The premise is a producer of a news show is friends with a lawyer. This shows behind the scenes of producing a news show utilizing contacts. Also shows how things change on the fly. Actors and actresses are terrific. The lineup is great with some relatively new faces who portray their characters very well. There is mystery, romance, subterfuge all rolled into this show. I do believe that you have to watch several episodes in order to understand all the dynamics involved between the characters. This season focuses on a long time love affair between Jake ( the lawyer) and his clients wife. The client was arrested for murder only to be released and Jake arrested for the murder when in actuality the client may have had a hand in the murder along with the victims brother. Give this show a chance. You will be happy that you did.

petaln2 The pilot Ep exudes so much substance, having great twists and amazing cast, albeit the acting seemed somewhat forced, however is rectified in subsequent episodes. This being typical of most new shows, is quite forgiving. The set up for the series is exciting and draws away from the cookie cutter standard law practice and crime fighting genres. The only defining similarities would be the familiar grit and up beat quirk and intelligence that made Boston Legal and House MD so great. Exactly what we have been missing for so long. Let's just hope they keep the comedic relief true to the format, witty and far away from the farce mistakes of the recent season drama crime series Blacklist. The Aram and Nevabi deal that really took away from the respect of the show. **Warning Spoiler** Thankfully the romance taking form for one pair of characters is minus the goofy awkwardness.Back to Notorious, all players show to be having intriguing stories that has so far hinted at more deep entangled relationships, keeping you guessing who's who and what's what. On top of such a great character set up, lies an unraveling main story which keeps you guessing and just to get you all worked up they have multitudes of new side stories which take form every episode. Just packed full of plot twists, witty dialogue and a pace that keeps your eyes on the screen. What a refreshing addition to the 2016 drama line up.

atlasmb I was drawn to this show (which is based on the backstage happenings at "Larry King Live") because of Piper Perabo. The premise sounded lame to me, but I was willing to give it a chance.The first episode opens with a sex scene between Julia George (Perabo) and her fiancé. Louise, the star of the TV show Julia produces, is an attractive cougar who beds almost every younger guy she comes in contact with. Julia's assistant, Megan, used to be an escort. It doesn't take long to realize that titillation will be on the menu (along with the beefcake and the cheesecake).Julia has a strong relationship with a local attorney, Jake Gregorian (Daniel Sunjata). Together they manipulate public opinion for their own ends. She wants ratings and he is always angling in the best interests of his clients.In episode two, Julia mines a pro bono legal case for its juicier elements to stimulate viewership. Puff Daddy pops by for a few seconds. And there is a fairly interesting story about a mother whose child was abducted.As a result, I have mixed feelings about "Notorious". Perabo is believable in her demanding leading role. The rest of the cast is fairly strong. But the subject matter is mostly frivolous. And it is not clear yet whether the stars of the show are likable enough to truly care about. I do know that Ms. Perabo's talents can be better used.Update 10/18/16: After watching a few episodes, my worst fears have been confirmed. There is a smarmy yet sensitive vibe at the center of the show. The staff of the television news show pretend to be the conscience of America, the judge who hands their facts over to the public (jurors) in search of justice. They use their power to bully and coerce. They repeatedly drag the national conversation down into the gutter then seek the moral high ground. Their sources are shadowy and (conveniently) never ending. They cast themselves as the (pseudo-) custodians of conscience, but Julia is reckless and "a self-centered little bitch" according to her own on-air talent. The worst thing about this show is that tries to normalize the sordid practices of TV news program that specializes in sensationalism, sex, celebrity and sin. We don't need to celebrate that and we don't need to accept it as the rightful and best practices of journalism.Perabo (and others) can do better. I look forward to her next show. I am lowering my grade to "4".

wedetips This show can be a great one if they keep up the tempo from the first episode. I have not seen this tempo in events and the script since West Wing. Piper Perabo is as usual brilliant and this is a show where I really look forward to the 2nd episode. The only thing I am afraid for is the tempo slowing down and the drama taking over too much. Looking at the first episode I feel there is a risk the writers wants the show to be more sexy. But it does not need that. Just give us what you gave us in the first episode and all will be fine.If you like a fast-paced actiondrama, you will like Notorious. I hope we get a full season even though reviews generally have been poor.