Beyond the Gates

I was a little apprehensive at first. From some of the previews that I saw, I was concerned about the quality of the acting and possible rehash of standard soap storylines. Maybe they did some reshoots because I'm not seeing the cringe factor I was anticipating. I mostly tuned in because I've always been a fan of Clifton Davis. It'll be nice to see him in an acting role on a regular basis again and I'm glad to see that this time he didn't drag Thelma along. The matriarch is played by Tamara Tunie and I vaguely remember her from "As the World Turns" but she convincingly portrays the strong matriarch of the Dupree family. I almost wish the characters would wear age badges. I can't tell who's supposed to be 25, 35 or 45. Hayley is too short to be with Bill, looks too old to be friends with Naomi and actually seems too nice to be the evil husband stealer. But it will be interesting to see how it is played out. After the first week, I am already hooked! Love that I can not miss an episode since it's streaming on Paramount.

Unlike other genres, soap operas, serials or daytime dramas need time to progress and evolve.i have high hopes for this series. The production value is first rate. There are companies putting in a lot on their investment and I hope it works out. Soap veteran Tamara Tunie was perfectly cast to play the Dupree matriarch and I could watch her in anything. Here she gets the respect and due of an actress of her caliber. Clifton Davis was better known for his sitcom roles is also brilliantly cast as the Dupree patriarch. Karla Mosley is also a soap veteran too. Hopefully the show will last.its nice to see daytime drama again. The Atlanta based soap is going all out.

The first episode was a bit slow in the beginning, but since the last scene of the first episode the show has been on 10 for me. The second and third episode have, for me, provided more insight into all of characters and the role that they play. I am interested in was secret Vanessa is hiding. Overall, I am pleased with the show. I can't wait to see what else exists within and Beyond The Gates.

Just a side note, I feel like Leslie may have a split personality or some type of mental illness. Also, I really wonder what Martin may have done and did that impact Leslie and Eva's lives. I can't wait to what happens.

This show has everything I had been missing in daytime soaps! Drama, excellent writing, great pacing and love in the afternoon with sexy people. I can't wait to learn more about the residents beyond and outside the gates. The first week had a bit of exposition. These are new characters so that was nice, it laid the foundation and it's a solid foundation. There are a few standout characters. We are seeing the origins of villains with much more to come. I love all of the characters so far even those I don't like, hello Bill Hamilton. That guy is a snake but every soap needs a villain like him. Will he be redeemed? I don't know but I know Dani deserves better.

I love all the story lines but I don't think the gay couple has any chemistry. Everyone else is extremely believable but these two just don't cut it. It's like they don't even like each other, no matter what the lines are. It really is uncomfortable watching them. Not sure if they are bad actors, or just bad together. Very clever show. It's nice to see a new soap opera and not a new reality show. It didn't take long at all to get to know the characters and there story lines. That shows great writing. I recognize a few from general hospital, past and present. It's nice to have something new to watch. I look forward to it every day.