Stolen Gold

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The Wire. The best acting, best writing and overall best drama ever on television. Although Hollywood prides itself on being a liberal place, the prejudices that prevent this show from being recognized are staggering. — Heather

I used to cross my fingers and pray that the Globes and the Emmys (and even the SAG) would take notice, but I've given up that hope. It's obvious that the people who vote for the nominations and winners of these award shows don't actually watch TV, nor do they care to. If they did, how could they overlook the most complex, compelling, well-written, and perfectly executed show? Or maybe it's because The Wire is so good it doesn't feel like actors playing a role, but rather a documentary of life in an urban city. From politics to education to crime, The Wire tackles each subject with an intellegence, depth, and emotion that other shows shy away from. How sad it is that it will never get the recoginition it deserves. — laylagalise