Mad Men Season One Review

Great writing, combined with stellar acting and beautiful production values equals the best show on television right now - Mad Men. Both seasons one and two are currently available on DVD, and the third season begins airing in August.

But this may not be the show for everyone - it's quirky, set in the 1960s, and the lead character is quite an ambivalent guy - crossing the line from devious to sweet each week, and living on the edge of reality. The storyline draws you into the business and personal lives of advertising executives enjoying the new television-era of on-air commercials. The authentic detail to history, costumes, fads, products, automobiles, New York restaurants, and hairstyles is totally enthralling.

I recommend viewing season one and two before delving into the coplex world of Mad Men on AMC. But it's like a soap opera - easy to catch up each week and easy to get caught up in the drama, intensity, lust and hilarity of this fine show.