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Really not feeling Inara


I feel like the concept of the character (and her stunning wardrobe) was genius, but Morena's such a blank actress that she just couldn't sell it. What makes it worse is the total lack of romantic chemistry between her and Nathan, making the love plot REALLY onerous.

To me, she's the one casting mishap. Had the show continued, she would have to be written out. There're only so many close-ups of her blank expression one can take!

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I like Morena. She's not a bad actress in everything else she's been in she does a really good job. I think the 'blank'-ness you're referring to in this, is how she's chosen to portray the character. Inara is a classy lady, with poise for days and she tries not to let emotion cloud her judgement.

I have to agree with you about the chemistry thing, though. Her and Fillion have no sizzle on screen.

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