First off, why is this show called Rake? It should be called Idiot since the main character is just that. There have been many endearing shows where the main character exhibits eccentricities, but this show takes it too far.
Secondly, the cases presented thus far have all been recycled from other, better, legal dramas. Programs that at least take legality into consideration when writing their scripts.
Thirdly, the humor (or better, attempted humor) in this program is more mean-spirited than funny, but only when it is not completely without taste.
Fourthly, the supporting characters, such as the mayor, are just as corrupt and nonredeemable as the main character, as are their subordinates and associates.
Fifthly, the main character seems fine with his teenage son having an affair with his high school teacher, although that really says more about the pathetic writing staff then the storyline itself.
And lastly, when the characters on a scripted show behave worse than those in the current batch of reality show crap, then it's time to Rake that show under the carpet and pretend it was never there.
Secondly, the cases presented thus far have all been recycled from other, better, legal dramas. Programs that at least take legality into consideration when writing their scripts.
Thirdly, the humor (or better, attempted humor) in this program is more mean-spirited than funny, but only when it is not completely without taste.
Fourthly, the supporting characters, such as the mayor, are just as corrupt and nonredeemable as the main character, as are their subordinates and associates.
Fifthly, the main character seems fine with his teenage son having an affair with his high school teacher, although that really says more about the pathetic writing staff then the storyline itself.
And lastly, when the characters on a scripted show behave worse than those in the current batch of reality show crap, then it's time to Rake that show under the carpet and pretend it was never there.