What do YOU think of the new Dallas Series 2012?

**Dallas 2012** · 11-04-2012, 05:44 AM

We liked watching the new season of the TV serial "Dallas", but often got odd reactions to it. Would you like to briefly share with us why you liked or disliked watching it, as a contribution to our research project? For longer responses, feel free to send us an email at dallas2012@hotmail.nl. Thank you!

**DrCampbell** · 11-04-2012, 12:39 PM

Originally Posted by Dallas 2012

We liked watching the new season of the TV serial "Dallas", but often got odd reactions to it. Would you like to briefly share with us why you liked or disliked watching it, as a contribution to our research project? For longer responses, feel free to send us an email at dallas2012@hotmail.nl. Thank you!

I thought the acting was *much* better than the writing, which was oversimplified. I know they had to cover a lot of ground, but the overuse of stock characters and standard plot devices caused the show to drag a bit. The big surprise CLIFFhanger was not a surprise at all, yet it was still well done.

With that said, they did a great job at remaining true to the basic storyline, and the homages to the original series were numerous and subtle ("Digger's Granddaughter" marrying a Ewing in the first episode).

I can't believe a whole season went by with no one ending up in the pool. Don't care what the weather was when they shot it; they could have heated the water or something.

Where the show truly excelled was in knowing its place in television in 2012. The production was big enough to do justice to the series, yet not so overproduced that it was trying to recapture its glory days (impossible in this era). What this season proved is that the Dallas story is timeless, and can always be told. That legacy was pretty much hanging in the balance, and the actors have all but cemented it.

The best feedback should come from those who did not watch the original series, and I think if I were one of those, I would still have found the show intriguing.

**lovgrenfan** · 11-04-2012, 12:58 PM

IMO, it is excellent. I got hooked after episode 2 or 3 to the new storylines. I usually do not like newbies on classic shows, and usually I don't like "the young generation" taking over completely from the original set. But on Dallas, I am LOVING John Ross and Rebecca. I love John Ross & Elena together, I love Christopher & Rebecca together. That came as a surprise to me. Did not think it would happen, or at least not that fast. Kudos to the actors and the writers on that.

I love the feel of the show aside from Christopher's project of the new methane source. That was a bit boring. Maybe because I don't like Christopher very much?

I love the homage to the old Dallas. Seeing old faces pop up even though it's not needed. Like Lucy & Ray at parties. Not needed for the storylines, but very much welcomed!!!!!!! I can't wait to see more old faces pop up.

I am a Bobby/Pam fan, but at least they brought in a new wife who can really stand on her own and take charge. No clingy useless bombshell. Appreciated!

I love that JR and Sue Ellen are there, even though not enough. And that they are on team John Ross no matter what. It makes the whole family fued all the better. And adding Cliff now as Rebecca's dad and future grandfather of the two new Ewing-Barnes twins!!!!!! Classic Dallas twist!

They have kept the show grounded for the most part. We get that it is 20 years later, but that the entire feel hasn't changed too much. Although I found the extravagance of the big oil magnates party a bit too much.

Not really buying Sue Ellen in politics. She was a drunken housewife. 20 years can change a lot, but her maga career now is a bit too much. A lower rank I would have bought, but not governor.

Still, I'd give new Dallas a 9/10.

**victor lord jr** · 11-04-2012, 04:17 PM

I think the new dallas is great,I wasnt liking john ross at first but he got better,I liked how they brought john ross and elena,and chris and rebecca but yet they kept some of the orignal,prefect balance between the old and new,two things that did bug me about dallas the switch of the maids name and elana dad? and wheres ewing oil??it was mention cliff had it but you never seen it.and I think jocks picture should be hanging the old one and I dont think they should have mention miss ellie in asanitirm.but the show is good and i look forward to watching the next season.

**dr.ivankipling** · 11-05-2012, 12:56 PM

"two things that did bug me about dallas the switch of the maids name and....."

Actually the maid's name wasn't changed. Teresa was the Ewing's maid in the original series. Carmen the cook is an entirely new character(although new Dallas has it written as though she's been with the Ewings since Elena was a child).

**midwestdj** · 11-05-2012, 04:39 PM

I LOVE it! My little sister who has no knowledge of Dallas (1978), was hooked after the first episode. I think it may've had something to do with Josh Henderson, however, she said she liked the pace and action of it all.

For me, the casting was spectacular. Henderson is impeccable as John Ross, I really had hoped Omri Katz (John Ross on 1978 Dallas) would've been casted; until I saw JH play John Ross. After seeing him, I was hooked.
The pace was a bit quick, however, I understand why they did it. Back when 1978 was on you got 46-48 minutes for each episode, today it's just not that way (which is ssssaaddd). TPTB had a lot of ground to cover and you didn't really have to be a fan of 1978 to understand 2012. I hope for more history lessons in 2013. I look forward to some of the rumored returns. Can't wait to see Hagman in good health and taking Texas and the Ewing family by storm for real.

If I were grading the show, I'd give it a 10 out of 10. Now, I expect to see more of Lucy and Ray and the older set with a prolonged season. If that doesn't happen my grading would slip a bit.
I am so excited and can't wait for January!!!

**DrCampbell** · 11-05-2012, 08:08 PM

On a casting note, I would have cast Molly Hagan as Ann, now that I saw what an incredible job she did on DTEY.

**midwestdj** · 11-05-2012, 09:02 PM

Originally Posted by DrCampbell

On a casting note, I would have cast Molly Hagan as Ann, now that I saw what an incredible job she did on DTEY.

I think Brenda Strong is the perfect Ann, I'm not sure who Molly Hagan is, however, BS is not bs! lol, hahaha (sorry, I'm a bit of a nerd).
I so enjoy her and her ability to hang with Duffy, Hagman and Gray! Outstanding!

**dr.ivankipling** · 11-05-2012, 10:31 PM

^^^^^^^^Molly Hagen played Miss Ellie in Dallas The Early Years. She was also in Some Kind Of Wonderful. She did a guest spot on The Golden Girls as Miles Webber's daughter. She didn't approve of Rose dating Miles. Molly is best remembered (by my at least)as one of the people inside of Herman's Head. She represented Herman's sensitivity.
ICAM with you Mid about Brenda Strong. She's a perfect fit as Annie. I couldn't imagine anyone else in the role.Strong's rocking it!!

**dr.ivankipling** · 11-05-2012, 10:38 PM

P.S. Molly also did a turn on Seinfeld. She played some sort of novice nun that captured Cosmo's eye&heart.

**midwestdj** · 11-06-2012, 07:11 AM

Originally Posted by dr.ivankipling

^^^^^^^^Molly Hagen played Miss Ellie in Dallas The Early Years. She was also in Some Kind Of Wonderful. She did a guest spot on The Golden Girls as Miles Webber's daughter. She didn't approve of Rose dating Miles. Molly is best remembered by one of the people inside of Herman's Head. She represented Herman's sensitivity.
ICAM with Mid about Brenda Strong. She's a perfect fit as Annie. I couldn't imagine anyone else in the role.Strong's rocking it!!

I'm so glad you posted this dr.ivan, I've watched all the extra's and movies included in the package when I bought the series... Except The Year Years, forgot all about it. Guess I know what I'm watching tonight! Thanks for the reminder my friend!

**dr.ivankipling** · 11-06-2012, 05:55 PM

You're very welcome Midwest. Always a pleasure to help out whenever I can! I think you'll enjoy The Early Years. It's a darn good movie&gives good insight to the Barnes/Ewings dynamic.
I thought Molly did an excellent job! Enjoy the show tonight my friend!
P.S. Please post and let us know what you thought of the movie.

**DrCampbell** · 11-07-2012, 04:54 AM

Originally Posted by dr.ivankipling

You're very welcome Midwest. Always a pleasure to help out whenever I can! I think you'll enjoy The Early Years. It's a darn good movie&gives good insight to the Barnes/Ewings dynamic.
I thought Molly did an excellent job! Enjoy the show tonight my friend!
P.S. Please post and let us know what you thought of the movie.

I think "excellent" is almost an insult given the job she did.

I find Brenda a competent actress, but Molly's on another level. I rate her the best actress of her generation.

**midwestdj** · 11-07-2012, 05:13 AM

Originally Posted by DrCampbell

I think "excellent" is almost an insult given the job she did.

I find Brenda a competent actress, but Molly's on another level. I rate her the best actress of her generation.

Wow, now I certainly have to remember to watch The Early Years! Sound like his Molly lady is something else!

**dr.ivankipling** · 11-07-2012, 02:23 PM

Originally Posted by DrCampbell

I think "excellent" is almost an insult given the job she did.

I find Brenda a competent actress, but Molly's on another level. I rate her the best actress of her generation.

Right

. You're certainly entitled to your opinion as I am to mine.
Thank you.

**DrCampbell** · 11-07-2012, 07:57 PM

Originally Posted by dr.ivankipling

Right

. You're certainly entitled to your opinion as I am to mine.
Thank you.

I'm just going on my reaction to her performance. It takes a lot to captivate me and she did.

**dr.ivankipling** · 11-07-2012, 08:08 PM

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Fine

**July Baby** · 11-08-2012, 07:25 PM

I like the new series very much. As others have posted, I love the respect the writers have shown toward the original series, keeping things consistent for the most part. This was a huge undertaking and I give Cynthia Cidre and the other PTB a lot of credit for remaining true to the original show while modernizing it for new viewers and in keeping with modern times. I love the blend of the "old" characters with the new ones, and the references to characters who are not on screen but were integral parts of the original, such as Pam, Ellie and Jock.

I think the casting, for the most part, is excellent, just as it was in the original. I especially like Josh Henderson, Brenda Strong and Julie Gonzalo. Jesse Metcalfe is good, too. Jordana Brewster has potential.

My only criticism is that I find the pace a little too quick at times - there are scenes I have to re-watch because I'm not sure what just happened - lol. I understand they are probably gearing the pace to the new and younger viewers, so I can live with it. (Thank goodness for DVR!)

All in all, I 'm thrilled that the show has been revived and even more thrilled that it seems to be successful. I hope it stays around for many years.

And the theme music hasn't lost a beat!!!