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I waited for a long time to see HSB on DVD. Meanwhile, every other series from the past (and present) was being released. The wait was worth it; it was a joy to see these episodes again after so many years. The set and the acting hold up well. The issues are timeless and you can identify with all the characters. LaRue is a jerk, but a loveable one, and you really want to see him get over his addiction. I always liked Furillo's 'grace under pressure' performances. He rarely raised his voice; sometimes he didn't even reply at all. But when he did, it was with authority.
On to Season Two!
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Like others whose reviews I have read, I was addicted to this show while in high school.Every Thursaday at 10pm you would find me in front of the television awaiting the fatest hour in television. 20 years later, I couldn't figure out why the "Great American Hero" had been released and "Hill Street" hadn't been. When I finally saw it available for purchase, I jumped. But the questions of "Does it hold up?" "Will that police car still spin in the opening of the show?" Is Veronica Hamel still as hot as I remembered her?" "Was Renko funny, yet?"
The answers to all of these questions were an astounding YES! While you can't help but notice how out-dated some of the show really is (no cell-phones, no computers etc...), the writing still remains engrossing and the characters are still engaging. Season 2 should provide more of the same. Re-discovering a classic and enjoying it as much as you did 20 + years ago says that either it's as good as it really is or that I haven't matured and really need a life. Hopefully it's just that good.
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Watching the first season on DVD, I was surprised at how well this great show has withstood the test of time, Belker's epithets withstanding ("Hairball", "Dogbreath", and all the variations of the two the writers could come up with). The secret to Hill Street Blues' greatness? It's the writing! (Okay, and the acting by a hugely talented ensemble of then-unknown actor..and the photography, shot with a film-like eye for detail...and Mike Post's music...okay, it's everything) But the writing is outstanding, even dealing with the restrictions the network censors put in their way (thus, "hairball" and "dogbreath"). If you have seen the first season, who could forget the moment at the end of the last episode of LaRue, finally confronting his alcoholism, attending an AA meeting, and finding Furillo there. What series in 1981 would have had its stalwart, heroic lead be a recovering alcoholic in AA? Today, of course, but then? Of course not. So I'm looking foward to season two, assured that great writing and acting will still entertain, shock, and move me, even after twenty three years.
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I recently viewed the newly released first year of Hill Street Blues on DVD. I was a big fan of this show in the 80's (back then, I even had hoped my second child would delay being born until Friday so I wouldn't have to miss Thursday night's episode!)The DVD did not disappoint. Seeing the great, perfectly cast ensemble of actors who brought these characters so vividly to life was a real treat. The bonus section was a chat among many of the series regulars, which was also fun to watch. Can't wait for Season 2 to be released in May.
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Half way through season one discs and season two will be a must have. Great characters Capt. Furillo, Sgt. Esterhaus, LaRue, Washington, Hunter, Goldblume, et al. If you're not familiar with these names buy season one and then join me in ordering number two. Entertaining story lines mixed with part grit, humor and lots of pathos. Quality TV that stands up well about an inner city police precint. One of the best TV series ever, winner of multiple Emmeys and highly recommended.
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