Point of Honor

Set in the South at the beginning of the Civil War. sets are good, acting top notch, the idea of fighting for ones beliefs, whether they conform to those around you or not is a classic idea, but I've never seen it done this way before. The situation provides for multiple conflicts, along a variety of issues within one family trying to keep their place in Southern Society, fighting for the Southern states rights while embracing the ideals of all men created equal in itself would be enough conflict, but with the addition of an in-law being on the other side makes for even more tension and drama. just going to say: if they only continue on with one of the Amazon Prime's new shows, I hope it is this one.

I had a hard time watching this. It is poorly written, directed and acted. It was laughably historically inaccurate. The women's costume made them look like 1970's porn stars. The actors' accents were all over the place. The one good thing I can say is that it was actually shot in the US, in Virginia, but the cinematography didn't do the locations and scenery justice. Given the healthy budget for this Pilot, it is appalling how cheap this production looks. Do yourself a favor and don't bother watching this mess. If Amazon orders this to series, I will cancel my Prime subscription. I can't wait for PBS's new Civil War drama, because PBS will get it right! Why is it that the English do such a good job at creating authentic worlds for their historical dramas, while we Americans seem to struggle with it, with the rare exceptions of dramas like Deadwood and Mad Men.

the hair is supposed to be worn up not down during the day with a center part. The head must be covered when outside. Dresses during the day had a high neckline not this off the shoulders bust spilling out look. Evening dresses had low necklines but not that low. Really people you should have done better research! Plus the costume (wardrobe) designer should have known better! There is a lot of photographic evidence, books, and museums that you can go to, to get the answers. If you want it done right hire the people who eat sleep breathe this stuff every weekend during the summer. You make us look bad... sure the hobby is expensive however we do put a lot of time and effort into researching images of period dresses, materials, sewing techniques, head ware (hats & bonnets) and drafting patterns from the original dresses. Some of these dresses are pure eye candy, yes we metaphorically drool over exquisite dresses and gorgeous fabrics. It takes me at least SIX MONTHS to sew one of my dresses.

Loved the story line! I'm hooked!! Makes you want to see more! Cant wait to see the next episode!! Characters will definitely develop as the show goes on, great location, costumes was great, loved the sisters look! Awesome crew, The writers did a great job with this one. I Loved it! Awesome director...Its Randall Wallace duhh!! Can't wait to see what happens next with the In laws, the sisters, what the new guy Palidore will be getting into. This has to be a series! Its a must! Awesome they chose to film this in Virginia, makes the story more driven, real, shout out to the hair and makeup department! everything about this show is great! Make more, let us enjoy more!

Why is everyone calling this a show? Anyway I'm glad it never took off. Australian accent, daytime TV camera quality and poor acting aside, this is just straight up apologia for the South and its ridiculous view of itself. Yes they owned slaves but they knew it was wrong! Thomas Jefferson did too, despite not bothering to free his own children in his will (knew it was wrong though), look how noble whitey is descending down freein' the slaves to "Amazing Grace" after the sisters pitched a fit about it but were magically immediately converted because of their genetic nobility no doubt. Despite the believable actions the protagonist John freeing the slaves /s he nevertheless quit West Point to fight for the Confederacy because reasons. Because HONOR, damnit. Compelled not just to fight, but to raise his own rabble regiment out of the extremely racist PoS that were previously plotting to kill his sisters over the rumour of some freed slaves! Such was John's nobility. Because that nasty West Point General was going to attack Virginia and burn it all down! All because of a little thing like owning human beings. John was just like the noble DEFINITELY knew that slavery was wrong hero, Robert E. Lee! Who definitely wasn't a slave-owning traitor who enslaved free black men from the North to fight for the South *wink*! What was he supposed to do? Support the humanists and the actual United States? Lol no. Honor (whispers loudly: and slavery).