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positive
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It's clever [and] a little dark. [29 Sep 2006, p.72]
88
While tonight's premiere episode is good, the show really sprouts wings and flies in episode two.
75
Everyone in the pilot makes a solid first impression.
70
Nothing groundbreaking here, obviously, but it's still pretty funny.
70
It shows more than a bit of promise.
70
Engaging.
63
"Help Me Help You" has a few more surprises and comedic heft to it than expected.
63
It's pleasant enough--and thankfully it's not zany. The problem is that Danson's crisis is believable midlife comedy, while the patients' neuroses are closer to stock. [9 Oct 2006, p.41]
60
A sly, witty step up from the boorish "Becker."
60
It's funny in its own way, smarter than most TV comedies and has a terrific cast -- all of which makes me wonder why I'm not more moved by it.