And let's not forget that they were.

Of course, I almost deleted my comment right after posting it. Such an elitist snobby thing to say. Sorry.

When did you last watch Deadwood? While I enjoy Dreadful, the writing doesn't come close to the level of Deadwood. Nor are the characters as memorable and real. Deadwood (and The Wire) are as close to Shakespeare as American television has ever been. Dreadful is fine pulp, beautiful and fun, but just go watch Deadwood…

yes! But tell me I'm not the only one impressed with his beauty.

Yes!

He absolutely loves her, but not in a romantic way. That's why this is so painful for him, and why he tells her the truth

Yikes! I didn't get that!

Good point

And then Ghost stared howling and poor Sally lost it. This show may be too much for my gentle dog.

I scared The dog when I threw my arms in the air and shouted YES!

Yes! I'm so relieved to not be the only one.

and vice versa

I thought the same thing! Folding laundry??!! How does she do it all? But then we've met, haven't we?

So fuckin' awesome!! How delightful to meet you after hearing all the good things!

Hi Mrs. Langdon Alder. (That is all.)

This!

And even worse, his second season of Broadchurch

Oh I get it

Oh never mind. Happy Holidays!

And, while Lou is a sympathetic character, he isn't Hawley. If you're going to indulge in feminist criticism, don't make the mistake of confusing the writer with his creations. His wife is dying and there's no way he can save her; that's where he's coming from. (Didn't Lou end up raising a strong, independent…