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posted 7 years ago by slimone (7996)
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I'm going to start watching this series. Do you think it withstands the test of time?

[–] MissMargoChanning (6630) 7 years ago

I wouldn't say that it withstands the test of time. I like that about it though. I watched it when I was a young girl when it first aired on TV. Now that i'm much older, I understand it better.
I began reading the books in my mid 20s and I got into the reruns when they aired on cable channels.
Now I can stream and binge watch them! Yay!
It holds my interest. I find the stories compelling.
I hope you enjoy this series, and I look forward to your thoughts.

[–] [deleted] 7 years ago

Yes and no. Society, styles, television, and probably some parts of the law have all changed but Perry Mason is still as entertaining as ever.

[–] slimone (7996) 7 years ago

I stopped watching it because I noticed that all of the scenes took place on movie sets, unlike Law & Order for instance. But I'm glad others are enjoying it.

[–] [deleted] 7 years ago

I guess it's not for everyone. There is a rumor that there will be a new Perry Mason on HBO starring Robert Downey jr. He would make an excellent Perry Mason.

[–] MissMargoChanning (6630) 7 years ago

Robert Downey Jr? Hmmmmmmm..... I think I like that!

[–] thbryn (230) 6 years ago

It was very much a 50's show and like others have said that's part of the attraction. Though I have no doubt that it is a turn off for a majority.
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I wouldn't watch a modern PM. I like the cast esp. Collins and Tallman. The constant smoking is a bit sickening but just the fact they are doing it at all demonstrates how different the series is.
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I never really paid attention but the Mason office is really cheap. Lousy furniture, silly windows, quite awful.

[–] liscarkat (18446) 5 years ago

Mason's office is a gem of 1950s modern design.

[–] [deleted] 5 years ago

Since I hate anything modern, yes, this definitely withstands the test of time.

[–] kuku (3510) 5 years ago

Novels are even better. When I don't know what to read, I just pick one of them.