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When We Rise (2017)
Defied Expectations
I just finished watching the premiere episode and I must say, I was very impressed. I was on the fence about watching this because I read a few semi-negative/average reviews of the series. However, all I'm going to say is I strongly disagree with calling this series anything other than excellent thus far. Especially when you compare it to what else is out there. I definitely came in with relatively average expectations, but was very pleasantly surprised. I'm glad a few reviews didn't dissuade me from watching a great series. You can tell ABC put in a good amount of time, effort and resources to make this and it shows in the superb quality of the content they produced. I highly recommend you give this series a shot. Especially if you're on the fence like I was, because you might just end up really liking it. UPDATE: Just finished the series and I loved it! Especially the last two episodes. It was a great overview of LGBTQ+ history and how it got to be where it is today - while still making it interesting and highlighting the three main activists in the story Roma, Cleve & Ken.
When We Rise: Parts II and III (2017)
Even better than the first half
Exceptional second half of the first episode. The quality of the content here is great, the writing is outstanding. The second half of this episode really shines. If the first half is the introduction this half really gets the ball rolling. The way they're setting up story-line makes me very excited to see where they're heading in future episodes. A must-watch.
Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (2016)
The Only Funny Late Night Show
I love this show, it's the only one where I laugh every episode. Samantha Bee is hilarious and so are her segments. She keeps you in the know while making some excellent jokes and her journalistic pieces are a true treat. This is not your typical late night show and that's why it is such a phenomenal and transcending show.
When We Rise: Part I (2017)
Pleasantly Surprised
I have to admit I was a little on the fence about watching this. Mainly because of a few reviews, but I'm very happy I did not let those dissuade me from doing so! As this first episode was excellent. If this is any indicator of the future quality of the series it will be great TV. This episode surpassed my expectations and I highly recommend you give it a watch.