Dawson's Creek - Complete Season 1 Box Set (4 Discs)

I should hate this; whiny American "kids" (18 to 21 year olds pretending to be 15 year old virgins), spouting incredibly unrealistic and self aware dialogue that most people in their mid 20's would consider too pretentious.

Dawson is annoying, Jen is there to act as a catalyst and after she's performed that role I'm convinced the writers coudln't figure out what to do with her, Joey's Katie Holmes (and yes, she is tremendous, periodically even looking fifteen, and then in the next scene seeming like a pensioner), and Pursey - well, he's the heart of the show, I think, more recognisably a teenager and actually sympathetic without being in any way perfect.

The stories are largely predictable, the performances are variable, and really, why would you watch this?

But oddly, I do. And series 2. And I have 3 and 4 to watch.

It has something. I don't know what it is. But it's largely well done, in the way that much American drama is, and you care about at least some… more »

I should hate this; whiny American "kids" (18 to 21 year olds pretending to be 15 year old virgins), spouting incredibly unrealistic and self aware dialogue that most people in their mid 20's would consider too pretentious.

Dawson is annoying, Jen is there to act as a catalyst and after she's performed that role I'm convinced the writers coudln't figure out what to do with her, Joey's Katie Holmes (and yes, she is tremendous, periodically even looking fifteen, and then in the next scene seeming like a pensioner), and Pursey - well, he's the heart of the show, I think, more recognisably a teenager and actually sympathetic without being in any way perfect.

The stories are largely predictable, the performances are variable, and really, why would you watch this?

But oddly, I do. And series 2. And I have 3 and 4 to watch.

It has something. I don't know what it is. But it's largely well done, in the way that much American drama is, and you care about at least some of the characters, and, hey, it's kind of fun to see someone else suffer, even if their problems don't belong in the real world.

Do I recommend this? Umm, I have a guilty pimp-like feeling from my rating. I don't know that my conscience would let me actually say go buy it. But I did. And my wife and kids all kind of got into it. So, maybe you should. Perhaps you shouldn't.

Hey, I'm not here to solve all of your problems. Make your own mind up, damnit it. But if you want a hint...well, I've said enough. Millions like it - can they all be wrong?

I don't think I can answer that - self-incrimination and all that stuff.

The one where is all began. This is without doubt the best teen drama that has ever been on any television screen.

In the beginning we get to know Dawson Leery, Pacey Witter, Joey Potter and the "bad girl" from New York Jenn Lindley.

Join the kids of Capeside on this great adventure from broken hearts to love. Some people will surprise you some will let you down but you can't help but love them.

Characters - Dawson the film maker will all the hope in the world that his dreams will come true.

Joey - The good girl next door and in love with the boy next door (Dawson)

Pacey - Dawson's Best friend and Joey's enemy (at this point). He is also the practical joker as well.

Jenn - The Bad girl who always comes off wrong, but she has a good heart and is just making mistakes like the other 15 year olds in the world.

Actors - All great! Yes they're playing people a lot younger but they look it at least in this point of the show. The fifteen year olds… more »

The one where is all began. This is without doubt the best teen drama that has ever been on any television screen.

In the beginning we get to know Dawson Leery, Pacey Witter, Joey Potter and the "bad girl" from New York Jenn Lindley.

Join the kids of Capeside on this great adventure from broken hearts to love. Some people will surprise you some will let you down but you can't help but love them.

Characters - Dawson the film maker will all the hope in the world that his dreams will come true.

Joey - The good girl next door and in love with the boy next door (Dawson)

Pacey - Dawson's Best friend and Joey's enemy (at this point). He is also the practical joker as well.

Jenn - The Bad girl who always comes off wrong, but she has a good heart and is just making mistakes like the other 15 year olds in the world.

Actors - All great! Yes they're playing people a lot younger but they look it at least in this point of the show. The fifteen year olds sound like forty five year olds but if you're aren't that smart have a dictionary close by. After all you could learn a thing or two from the kids of Capeside.

Don't Miss out on this great show, that will be forever in my heart.