aliases-53334 While it is very light in atmosphere it has some unique depth behind it and greatly developed characters. The show has interesting legal cases that challenge the legal system and expand our thoughts and test boundaries. All the characters are colourul, complex and entertaining. The storyline is a treat for people who have some cusiousity about the possibilities of the afterlife, and what does it mean for our soul to be in a different body, and the questions of true love versus pure physical attraction. A lovely show that will be missed.

jennifer-menzies I was very surprised by the fact that I loved this show! Although there are many 'flaws' in the premise and setting, they somehow melt away into insignificance as you watch the brilliant performance from the lead actress and appreciate the humour, warmth and fun which is at the heart of the show. Of course it doesn't make sense that Fred the guardian angel tells Debs that "memories are stored in the soul" in order to explain why she has no knowledge of Jane's life, yet at the same time she is able to recall all of Jane's expert legal knowledge. Nor is it realistic that the whole world which Jane inhabits seems to consist purely of beautiful people, while she is the only overweight person. This is probably a necessary device however, in order to magnify Jane/Deb's predicament and the discrimination and judgement she often faces. It is as though an overweight (though still very attractive) woman has gatecrashed an episode of Ally MacBeal! But what fun she is to watch! The legal stories dealt with in each episode are very light and not intended to be a serious representation of how the law works. This is fine with me, as there are more than enough legal dramas out there for those who want to see serious courtroom action. Drop Dead Diva is NOT trying to be Damages or The Good Wife! However, the legal cases depicted are still quite interesting and serve the main premise of the show well, being used most often to reinforce the main message of the show, or reveal important aspects of Debs character as she inhabits Jane's body. We really find ourselves rooting for her. The actress who plays her best friend, Stacey, is also great. So I found myself completely able to forgive and forget any 'flaws', as the writing, acting and quirkiness is so enjoyable to watch. I think Brooke Elliot is the main draw and a real star. I look forward to each episode to see what she gets up to (and just to enjoy her acting). I look forward to learning more about what Jane was actually like, other than the fact she was/is overweight. I would like to ad, I am NOT a fan of glossy American dramas and I think that is actually why I liked this so much - although it LOOKS glossy, it really does break the mould with it's fresh twist.

BlindMan-11 1. The show is inventive and good story lines.2. The problems that I have with it is, as Grayson is so smart and seems to be only attracted to other women who are in his same mental league, where does Deb (whom he was with) fit in here? I don't get that he would be with her unless he was that shallow that he liked just the looks and no brains female.3. When Deb comes back as Jane, Jane is to be an not very attractive female. Many men would look at Deb and pass her by to be with Jane. Yes Jane is a full figured woman but she carries herself great, dresses well for her size and has a beautiful face.I love the show but the one area that should have been played down was that Deb got the losing end of the deal when she came back (also by being a dumb broad and pushing the button) as Jane.She has a great job and is respected in her field, she looks great (given the number of woman in North America are plus sized), she gets so see her mom and Grayson - alas from a far but its better than being dead.Finally, Deb was the dumb broad that was on her cel phone and I believe she was also doing her makeup or her nails and driving at the same time. Yes its a show but given what she was, she was an accident looking for a place to happen, at least it was just her who died in the accident and not some innocent person too!

AnnaShade This show is fun if you're looking for something light as a puff pastry and not too accurate on current U.S. law. It has the creative premise that a model died and wound up in the body of a slightly frumpy, brilliant lawyer.The only not-quite issue I have with it is that a lot of the actors have crazy faces(particularly Jane and Deb). When they're sad or happy or something, their eyes get huge and they open their mouths kind of wide in odd grins or sobs. It's not bad acting per se, but rather how the show is (over the top and light).So, I'd recommend it. It's fun if you're looking for something easy and a bit quirky to watch.