Defying Gravity isn't a bad show, but it's not a great show either. I thought the two episodes ABC aired back-to-back on Sunday were actually decent. Some of the Grey's-esque sex scenes may cause some eye-rolls and some of the space graphics are cheesy, but the most appealing part of the show (in my opinion) are the Lost-esque flashback sequences. I like how they flashback to show the characters in situations before their space mission. It's slightly clichéd with the Grey's-esque narration and the Lost-esque flashbacks, but it's not a bad choice for summer viewing. Just don't expect the show to get renewed for another season.
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Slow-paced space drama examines fate, human emotions.
Themes in this show include: dating/crushes, friendship, honesty
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for Ages 14–16
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About Defying Gravity
Parents need to know that this series about a six-year space mission examines human conflicts and emotional interactions, making it more of a drama than a sci-fi space opera. There’s a good bit of drinking and plenty of (non-explicit) love scenes, which makes it a better fit for older teens and adults; the absence of aliens and blaster-battles, along with a relatively slow pace and the focus on interpersonal relations, isn't likely to appeal to young viewers anyway.
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- Families can talk about the sci-fi genre. Do the astronauts/ship in this series seem more realistic than what you've seen in other TV shows and movies? Does that make them more or less entertaining/exciting?
- Some unseen force seems to be guiding some of the action on the ship. Do you think destiny is predetermined? What do you think is working behind the scenes on this series?
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- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
Grey's Anatomy meets Lost
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