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What About Brian

By Lucy Maher, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 15+

Modern-day thirtysomething; OK for teens.

TV ABC , SOAPnet Drama 2006
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What About Brianis smartly written and very well-acted, and the storylines are entertaining (not surprising, considering the show is executive produced by J.J. Abrams, the man behind Felicity, Alias, and Lost). Still, though nothing in the series is especially objectionable, the subject matter might fly over the head of teens younger than 16. For example, in a subtly funny opening scene, the group tries to figure out who will drive to the movies. All the couples volunteer to drive Brian, which makes him feel like a child.

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