Casting Corner: Dexter, White Collar and More
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Drama, Prime Time, Sci-Fi/Horror, ABC, Cable, HBO, NBC, Showtime, Desperate Housewives,
Here’s a quick look at some of the casting announcements made recently:
In Treatment: It remains to be seen whether Amy Ryan will return to The Office. But until then, she’ll be In Treatment. The Academy Award nominee will be seated as Dr. Paul Weston’s therapist, not his patient.
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Rescue Me Rescued by Lesbian
Posted by Stephanie Whiteside Categories: Drama, Cable, CBS,
FX’s gritty drama, Rescue Me has received plenty of criticism for its portrayal of misogynistic, alpha-male firefighters and somewhat insensitive approach to story lines. One example? The cringe-worthy rape scene in last week’s episode, which ended with Janet actually appearing to enjoy the attack. .
So, how best to rescue this show? Add a lesbian to the mix!
Rumor has it that the show’s creator’s are considering adding a new female firefighter to the show (Diane Farr, who previously appeared on the show, has moved on to CBS’s crime-solving math drama, Numb3rs) and that she will be a “lesbian or somebody who’s extremely capable in the job.”
I wasn’t aware that “lesbian” and “extremely capable” were interchangeable, but as far as stereotypes go, it could be worse. Who knows if it will be enough to redeem the show with female audiences—or lesbians, for that matter—if they haven’t already fled screaming into the night
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