Abandoned

This was such a well done series. It really brings home what we are facing in our country. I am someone who pays attention to the news, reads, is thoughtful about politics and, yet, I had no awareness of what was happening in many of the areas in this series. It made me sad and frustrated to see that the media and those in power are so good at hiding things they don't like to talk about. Rick McCrank was an excellent host. His subtle sense of humor and nonjudgmental manner were perfect. Such a nice change from the screaming heads of the main stream media. I am sad that this show does not seem to have more than one season.

TOTALLY couldn't stop!!! It's an eye opener, though!!

We loved this show. We looked forward to every episode that came out and have watched them numerous times. We are not huge skate fans but find that it doesn't detract from the show. We love the way the stories of the abandoned places was told. How about a second season...if anyone is listening.

To quote a song title from the '80s, "You Don't Know What You've Got 'Til It's Gone", the series goes beyond the ongoing cycle of build/use/abandon/repeat to explore the effect is has on real people who relied on and/or loved these bits of land and architecture before they became obsolete or out of fashion.

This show takes the decaying results of what were primarily business decisions and puts a personal, human edge on them - mostly disappointment at the demise of something that was used or loved for years, then removed from their lives unceremoniously. It has a pathos untapped by other such shows, and is a pleasure to watch - unassuming and simple, without staged drama or dire predictions. Give it a try - many of you will be glad you did.

This is so authentic, in its look at people and their lives and what once was. Rick takes everyone and everything at face value, and presents the stories in a very unpretentious way. I feel like I visited these places (in truth, I have), met the people, and glimpsed the glory of the past of these places. The narrative is poignant, the cinematography is beautiful, and the musical montages are haunting. Please bring this show back for a second season!