Elementary

2012

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7.9| 0h30m| TV-14| en| More Info
Released: 27 September 2012 Ended
Producted By: CBS Studios
Country: United States of America
Budget: 0
Revenue: 0
Official Website: http://www.cbs.com/shows/elementary/
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A modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare - a sober companion, Dr. Watson.

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Simpleton Smartass I was evading this show for some time before one of the episodes on the TV caught my eye. Then, I realized it is not just another American crime show. Now, I love everything about the show, even the boring parts. So, these are my observations. First of all, the writing is good. Not great but for the purpose of this show it is well suited. The cases are interesting and they always have something that connects them with the main characters' lives or at least they are there to induce or to encourage some kind of retrospection or inspiration. When it comes to acting, Jonny Lee Miler is exceptional. He transformed himself into Sherlock and his every move, tick, the way he walks, talks and everything else is so good. Lucy Liu is also fantastic and I think it was a great idea to cast her as Watson. The relationship between Sherlock and Watson is another plus for this show. They start off on the wrong foot but over time, their relationship is evolving so beautifully and subtly. He becomes her mentor and she becomes his greatest support. And finally, the greatest gem of this show is Sherlock itself and his process of solving crimes. Sherlock's unique personality was adapted flawlessly into the modern day New York. We have a chance to see his ingenuity, his brilliance, his wits and everything that makes him one of the best detectives ever. He is so driven and so committed to the work he does. He doesn't care about trivialities, etiquette or obsolete social norms. He doesn't care about things that are slowing down or omitting his case. No matter how cliché it sounds, he cares about the truth and justice. He cares about doing the right thing. He can not be bribed or bought and he is not afraid to face the dangers in the line of his work. Of course, he would never do so without equipping himself with the best strategy and resorts. He may be a type of savant but he is well aware of who he is and the world around him. He is well aware of his choices in life and what makes him great is the fact the he chose to commit himself to the life of solving crime completely. Comparing to the British version of the show, in this one, Sherlock is not a superhero and a playboy wannabe. This adaption is far more grounded and realistic and that is where the series draws its strength.
nancy-793-228879 It's not cumberbach and Sherlock but jings it's a good yarn. Helped of course by fantastic acting. A must watch!
pinpinpat Just like any other BBC sherlock fan or perhaps any classic sherlock holmes fan I would've had the same skeptical thoughts about this series, but the moment I watched the first episode, I was instantly hooked right from the very start. It does a pretty damn great job in keeping it fresh and original but simultaneously maintaining the faithfulness of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's stories in terms of atmosphere and character persona. It's a procedural drama just like the novels.Jonny Lee Miller is an amazing Holmes, remarkably done and top-notch. I find everything about him charming; his charisma, his wit, his vocabulary, and don't get me started on his dedictions (what's a sherlock holmes without it). I've noticed that Jonny's incarnation is much sentimental unlike the Holmes he recognise from the novels or any film such as falling in love (with Irene), making friends, becomes driven by anger, and so on. I might as well not compare it to Benedict since both versions are fantastic but very different.Lucy Liu on the other hand is a much worthier update of Watson, she possess deductive skills that is almost as equal to Sherlock's, therefore being a detective in her own right. There are also a feminist tone in her personality, the way her actions appear on screen screams strength and independence and that's what I like more about her character: she's compelling, brave, and inspiring. While Martin's version is cute, hers is fierce. It would a crime if I would decide which Sherlock adaptation is better, this or the Benedict Cumberbatch one, to me nothing stands out between the two, they are both fantastic shows in their own unique way.
thobiasljungkvist Superb. And always excitiment in every episode. Can't waiting until season 6.