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The Deleted Episode – ‘State of the Parties’ - With introduction by creator Jon Robin Baitz Creating The Walker Family Tree The Making of Brothers & Sisters Behind the Scenes with the Brothers - Exclusive set tour with stars Balthazar, Dave and Matthew The Family Business - Meet the Olins, A real family behind the success of this all-new popular TV family Bloopers, Deleted Scenes & Audio Commentaries
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This reviewer is incredibly biased, I'm sorry but anything with Sally Field in it just has to be good so I knew I would like this from the start. One of the many truisms of American cinema is "when Sally Field cries, America cries". Field is the formidable matriarch of a family that gives her plenty to cry about. Whether clashing with her conservative daughter Kitty or her smothering of youngest son Justin she plays her role -the liberal, opinionated, compassionate, Democratic feminist whose only job in life was wife and mother superbly.
But Field is just the head of an excellent (beautiful) cast. The show is witty and fast paced but what shines through is the depth of the characters, there is no tokenism here, all characters are inherently flawed, yet all incredibly human and likeable. This especially rings true for Kevin Walker, openly gay and yet his relationships, and his failure in those relationships in Season 1 are treated exactly the same as his straight brothers and sisters, no better or worse - merely human.
The show has been renewed for a 3rd season - here's to many more wonderful episodes.
But Field is just the head of an excellent (beautiful) cast. The show is witty and fast paced but what shines through is the depth of the characters, there is no tokenism here, all characters are inherently flawed, yet all incredibly human and likeable. This especially rings true for Kevin Walker, openly gay and yet his relationships, and his failure in those relationships in Season 1 are treated exactly the same as his straight brothers and sisters, no better or worse - merely human.
The show has been renewed for a 3rd season - here's to many more wonderful episodes.
28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I am not much of a television fan, in fact I don't actually own one! Therefore I generally come across television classics by word-of-mouth and then go find out for myself what the fuss is all about. I also have a guilty secret of only really bothering with television shows which feature a gay character or storyline.
"Brothers and Sisters" came to my attention thanks to a rave review and interesting article in popular gay magazine Attitude. And since the series features a gay character (and it's great reviews) I decided to download the first episode to see what I thought.
And what I thought was- I must go out straight away and get the box set!
I am more than pleasently suprised to find that "Brothers and Sisters" is actually quite a remarkable, catchy and addictive drama series, which is warm, loving, humourous and a pleasure to watch. The series stands out largely because of it's fantastic storyline which unravels and develops in almost a murder mystery type fashion - it's marvolous to watch!
As the story develops and continues, the show promises viewers a fantastic ride which takes us deeper and deeper into the multilayered and interlinking stories found within this spectacular show.
The acting, I must confess, on behalf of the two leading ladies, does at first come off to be a little wooden- but I have warmed to this performance style and indeed also been quite taken by just about every character and their quirky ways. They are a fantastic portrayal of a large family, and it's really enjoyable to see the bonds between them all.
The show frequently also tugs on my heart strings, and I think this feeling could be universal- many episodes I find a tear coming to my eye, one or two had me sobbing! This is then contrasted by the soft humour and irony seen within the series which gives the audience a balanced and pleasurable viewing experience.
If you're looking to be submerged into a fantastic story and looking for characters which are loveable (and certainly in my case, often very familier), then "Brothers and Sisters" is definatly a series for you to enjoy, and I recommend it without reserve.
10/10
"Brothers and Sisters" came to my attention thanks to a rave review and interesting article in popular gay magazine Attitude. And since the series features a gay character (and it's great reviews) I decided to download the first episode to see what I thought.
And what I thought was- I must go out straight away and get the box set!
I am more than pleasently suprised to find that "Brothers and Sisters" is actually quite a remarkable, catchy and addictive drama series, which is warm, loving, humourous and a pleasure to watch. The series stands out largely because of it's fantastic storyline which unravels and develops in almost a murder mystery type fashion - it's marvolous to watch!
As the story develops and continues, the show promises viewers a fantastic ride which takes us deeper and deeper into the multilayered and interlinking stories found within this spectacular show.
The acting, I must confess, on behalf of the two leading ladies, does at first come off to be a little wooden- but I have warmed to this performance style and indeed also been quite taken by just about every character and their quirky ways. They are a fantastic portrayal of a large family, and it's really enjoyable to see the bonds between them all.
The show frequently also tugs on my heart strings, and I think this feeling could be universal- many episodes I find a tear coming to my eye, one or two had me sobbing! This is then contrasted by the soft humour and irony seen within the series which gives the audience a balanced and pleasurable viewing experience.
If you're looking to be submerged into a fantastic story and looking for characters which are loveable (and certainly in my case, often very familier), then "Brothers and Sisters" is definatly a series for you to enjoy, and I recommend it without reserve.
10/10
25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This series is great American TV drama. It has classic family themes (fidelity, deception, honesty, humour, love) but also sweeping contemporary ones (war, politics, drugs, homosexuality) all wrapped together in delicious, glamorous, layered, entertainment. With a heartwarming core and beautiful packaging, I used to sit down every Sunday night knowing I was going to be transported to a glamorous sunny location and returned home afterwards, amused, moved and thoroughly entertained.
All the episodes can be enjoyed independently but hang together really well so very definitely worth buying the set. I recommend it!
All the episodes can be enjoyed independently but hang together really well so very definitely worth buying the set. I recommend it!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Beautiful people, beautiful settings but an acquired taste
I bought this series as I really liked Calista Flockhart in Ally McBeal. The series follows the ups and downs of the wealthy Walker Family. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Camilla Macaulay
Every one a good 'un
I purchased the box set because I have watched all 5 series of Brother and Sisters on Channel 4 and when it finished I was sad that it wasn't coming back so I decided to buy all... Read more
Published 7 months ago by G. Paterson
season 1
this was such a treat to watch -without the adverts..lol... i missed season 1 and always wanted to know how it all started, so great 2 nights of viewing for me...
Published 9 months ago by sylvie
fantastic viewing
Thoroughly enjoyed this series, Sally Fields is fantastic (as always). Great viewing, great story lines not too theatrical, interesting characters. Easy viewing with an edge. Read more
Published 10 months ago by happychappy
Love It!! Must have DVD
I absolutely love this series its fantastically written and thoroughly enjoyable there are so many different characters and it introduces many scenarios but what makes it different... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Shell
Classy,absorbing Drama
As gloriously dramatic as a soap opera but more intelligent. I really enjoyed this series, so much so im already watching series 2 which is fabulous and have ordered season 3 and... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Sarah-Louise J
brilliant series
for those like me, who caught this show, late into its seasons, this is a brilliant way to catch ,the begining of family plot. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Lee'o
Excellent series
I saw a couple of episodes of the latest series whilst in the USA recently. It seemed well-written and engaging, so I bought the DVDs for series 1. Read more
Published 18 months ago by AKA
Excellent
Excellent product and very fast delivery. Delighted with the quality. The series is very engaging, so much so we can't stop watching it and have alread ybought the next series. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Pete
Brothers & Sisters Season 1
Very funny and moving episodes. Well worth a watch! I watched all episodes in two sittings. I'm hooked!
Published 21 months ago by Nicki
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