thieves-related stories
Posted Mar 2nd 2009 8:29AM by Jane Boursaw
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, Programming, Grey's Anatomy, Casting, Reality-Free

I've been a fan of
Melissa George since I first saw her in 2001's short-lived
Thieves. I was, quite possibly, the only person in the known universe who actually loved that show. She starred with John Stamos as lovers and professional thieves who worked a deal with the FBI. I guess I have a soft spot for anything that even resembles the 1960s show
T.H.E. Cat, though there will never be anyone like Robert Loggia.
Melissa George has held assorted roles since then, including Lauren Reed in
Alias, Laura in
In Treatment, and Dr. Sadie Harris in
Grey's Anatomy. These were great, but I don't think she's really found her place in TV history yet. But maybe that will change soon, because she's just nabbed the female lead in the CBS drama pilot
US Attorney.
Continue reading Has Melissa George finally landed a good role?
Posted Sep 26th 2006 11:02PM by Bob Sassone
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, CBS, OpEd, Smith
(S01E02) Dear Makers of Smith,
I just watched the second episode of your show, and while I think it's still good, I'm starting to fall out of love with it. Have you ever had that feeling?
Maybe it's not you, it's me. But I'm pretty sure it's you.
Continue reading Smith: Two
Posted Aug 31st 2006 5:44PM by Bob Sassone
Filed under: Other Drama Shows, CBS, OpEd, Smith

Regardless of how good Smith is - and I'll say right from the get go that it is good - the big question is, are viewers going to give yet another show about a bunch of clever crooks a chance, after shows like Heist, Thief and Hustle? I'm not convinced they will, but if they base it on quality and entertainment value, Smith should be given a chance.
Continue reading Smith -- an early look