it's almost embarassing to admit that Showtime's hit series The L Word had a lot to do with why my partner and i ended up together (the details i will have to keep to myself, of course). she immediately thought of introducing me to the hottest lesbian series in town, and i must say that i immediately got hooked right after i watched the first episode.
my naivete in regards to lesbian relationships and lifestyles was somehow obliterated, thanks to Bette, Tina, Jenny, Marina, Shane, Alice, and Dana. Each of the character was genuinely fascinating and amusingly complicated. Bette and Tina, who are enjoying an eight-year monogamous relationship, have decided to take it to the next level by starting their very own family. Jenny is an ingenious yet highly unusual writer who becomes in touch with her queer side while in a heterosexual relationship. The most luscious in the group, Shane is the quintessential androgynous type. Dana is the archetypal closet celebrity for fear of losing high-paying endorsements. Marina is the self-assured European lesbian who owns the chic coffee house where all of them get to hang out.
interestingly enough, all characters have a smidgen of reality in them, enabling the viewers to identify with the cast as well as the plot. the stark truth about these characters is probably one reason why The L Word became a smashing success.
The L Word is a celebration, as well as a revelation, of the lesbian life. by bringing in beautiful women, The L Word was able to thrust aside the lesbian stereotype as mostly mannish. it actually gives you a glance on the other type of lesbians called femmes or the lipstick lesbians. while the show wards off a few labels for lesbians, it also embarks upon issues identified with them, such as loyalty, honesty, and commitment, among others.
i can't wait to finish watching Season 4 and i'm already looking forward to Season 5. i hope there are more seasons to come for this series i have learned to love.
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