From the mind of Aaron (A FEW GOOD MEN) Sorkin comes the third season of the controversial US drama, which became an immediate success after premiering in 1999. Starring Martin... more
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could say these 22 episodes play as a continuation of the second season; there are no major new characters or earth-shattering plots and the Emmys rewarded the s...
could say these 22 episodes play as a continuation of the second season; there are no major new characters or earth-shattering plots and the Emmys rewarded the s...
could say these 22 episodes play as a continuation of the second season; there are no major new characters or earth-shattering plots and the Emmys rewarded the series with its third straight award for Best Drama (and unlike season 4, no one argued about the laurels). The third year starts with a stand-alone episode "Isaac & Ishmael", a special show created, shot, and broadcast 22 days after the 9/11 events. Although the final results tend to be sermonic, the fact the show was able to drop everything and commit to a new season opener is evident not only of talent, but of a disciplined work force operating at the top of their game. President Bartlet's (Martin Sheen) decision to run for reelection after the disclosure of suffering MS fuels the fire for the first half of the season. Depositions are filed against the staff, minor mistakes take on more significance, and the White House consul (Oliver Platt) has the run of the table warning of worst-case scenarios. The focus soon turns to the First Lady (Stockard Channing) as the potential "Lady Macbeth" of the scandal. Channing aces her role and turns her birthday celebration ("Dead Irish Writers") into one of the season's highlights. Assistant Donna (Janel Moloney), her boss Josh Lyman (Bradley Whitford), and press secretary C.J. (Alison Janney) all have charismatic romances, but the ace supporting player this year is John Spencer as the relentlessly loyal Chief of Staff Leo McGarry. Whether delivering the hard truth, accepting the proverbial bullet for the President, or being our guide to how Bartlet ran in the first place (in another wonderful flashback episode, "Bartlet for America"), all roads lead to McGarry. Acting Emmys went to Channing, Spencer, and Janney, but the strength of this show is that the entire cast has glorious moments (Toby's taking on the President's mode of operation, Sam's belief in government, or the President's peculiarities of Thanksgiving are just a few). Recurring guest stars--the likes of Ron Silver, Tim Matheson, Mary Louise Parker, and Mark Harmon--deliver some of their career-best work. Crack writing, a breathless pace, plus you learn a bit about government. What else do you want from a TV drama? --Doug Thomas
could say these 22 episodes play as a continuation of the second season; there are no major new characters or earth-shattering plots and the Emmys rewarded the series with its third straight award for Best Drama (and unlike season 4, no one argued about the laurels). The third year starts with a stand-alone episode "Isaac & Ishmael", a special show created, shot, and broadcast 22 days after the 9/11 events. Although the final results tend to be sermonic, the fact the show was able to drop everything and commit to a new season opener is evident not only of talent, but of a disciplined work force operating at the top of their game. President Bartlet's (Martin Sheen) decision to run for reelection after the disclosure of suffering MS fuels the fire for the first half of the season. Depositions are filed against the staff, minor mistakes take on more significance, and the White House consul (Oliver Platt) has the run of the table warning of worst-case scenarios. The focus soon turns to the First Lady (Stockard Channing) as the potential "Lady Macbeth" of the scandal. Channing aces her role and turns her birthday celebration ("Dead Irish Writers") into one of the season's highlights. Assistant Donna (Janel Moloney), her boss Josh Lyman (Bradley Whitford), and press secretary C.J. (Alison Janney) all have charismatic romances, but the ace supporting player this year is John Spencer as the relentlessly loyal Chief of Staff Leo McGarry. Whether delivering the hard truth, accepting the proverbial bullet for the President, or being our guide to how Bartlet ran in the first place (in another wonderful flashback episode, "Bartlet for America"), all roads lead to McGarry. Acting Emmys went to Channing, Spencer, and Janney, but the strength of this show is that the entire cast has glorious moments (Toby's taking on the President's mode of operation, Sam's belief in government, or the President's peculiarities of Thanksgiving are just a few). Recurring guest stars--the likes of Ron Silver, Tim Matheson, Mary Louise Parker, and Mark Harmon--deliver some of their career-best work. Crack writing, a breathless pace, plus you learn a bit about government. What else do you want from a TV drama? --Doug Thomas
Advantages: Compelling political drama set in teh White House Disadvantages: Helps if you watch it from Episode one - so buy Seasons 1 and 2 first
The West Wing is a brilliantly written drama that is set in the West Wing of the White House, where the President's political staff work. This gives the show an interesting view on American politics, as it shies away from the normal focus on senior politicians, but the hard working staff and their lives intertwined with their jobs. I think what it does best is it allows us a peek into the characters lives in such a way that it helps the stories along, ... ...Dr Abigail Bartlet, wife of the President
John Spencer as Chief of Staff Leo McGarry
Bradley Whitford as Deputy Chief of Staff Josh Lyman
Janel Moloney as Donna Moss (Josh's assistant)
Richard Schiff as Toby Ziegler Communications Director
Rob Lowe as Sam Seaborn Deputy Communications Director
Allison Janney as CJ Cregg White House Press Secretary
Dule Hill as Charlie Young Personal Aide to the President
These main characters are suplemented ...
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Actor(s): Martin Sheen, Stockard Channing, Rob Lowe
Genre: Drama
Classification: Parental Guidance
Production Year: 2001
Running Time: 15 hours 24 minutes
Video Category: US Television
Plot: Twenty two episodes taken from the political drama based in the White House where the staff must contend with terrorist attacks and a missing submarine.
Release details
DVD Region: Region 2 (Europe)
Studio(s): WARNER HOME VIDEO; CINRAM LOGISTICS
Release date: 29/03/2004
No of Discs: 6
Catalogue No: D 033649
Barcode: 7321900336499
Screenwriter: Aaron Sorkin
Creator: Aaron Sorkin
Languages
Main Language: English
DVD Description
From the mind of Aaron (A FEW GOOD MEN) Sorkin comes the third season of the controversial US drama, which became an immediate success after premiering in 1999. Starring Martin Sheen as President Josiah Bartlet, the series follows the hyperdramatic tension that accompanies everyday life in the White House. Addressing topical issues in every episode, Sorkin's drama features stellar supporting turns by Rob Lowe, Stockard Channing, and Moira Kelly. Contains every moment from the award-winning third season.
Technical information
Sound: Dolby Surround
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Technical information
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Surround English
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