I agree with his assessment that the series didn't reach the dizzying heights of The Wire because of its lack of overall character development, but that is small potatoes when considering its analysis of Katrina's impact on the lives of New Orleanians.
It's telling that the first season became must-see television for the citizens of New Orleans, but that the sheen soon faded away as the series became a constant reminder of the storm's devastation and nearly insurmountable personal costs.
New Orleanians who lived through it don't need to be reminded; the rest of us should go back to this work of art many times to absorb its messages.
TS
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