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Patricia Heaton (Carol Kenney) and Patrick Fabian (Dr. Lewis) are currently the glue holding this new, fragile series together with many less-experienced actors and what appears to be a lack of direction until more recent episodes (EP11+).

Some difficulties are clear by obvious cues and interjections that are likely to be ironed out as fellow actors become increasingly comfortable in their roles.

While the show needs work, unlike some ridiculous and seriously worthless reviews after having watched just 1-2 episodes, the series is thankfully still uncovering its canvass and beginning to come together. The vague direction and single-star in Heaton's character starts to share the stage with her fellow actors as the ensemble cast begins to shine in their own roles.

While many aspects of this series are plagued by a politically-correct range of race and sexuality - much like "The Conners" - this is the result of our era; this political bowel movement we have found ourselves in and such negative comments aimed towards the legitimacy of the series should be ignored, rather than spoil entertainment.

Accept Carol's Second Act at face value and allow it to mature. After all, M*A*S*H was slated to be canceled in its first season first season by hastey critics. Don't stomp out potential before it has a chance - this one is just clearing its throat.

Not only is the acting very poor, but the story is so make-believe, it's as if the mind of a child wrote the script from their imaginary friends and daydreams.

The CG is extremely bad. The cars, while in CG, move in a completely unrealistic manner. The way the cars when in CG move and crash have no real physics involved. Not only their movement, but after the 370Z crashes, it looks like a plasticine model someone dropped on the ground, rather than a car that has barrel rolled down the street.

Enough ranting you say? I wish that's all I had to say. They went from a 2nd generation RX-7 to a Nissan 240SX S14, all the while calling it an MX-5! The MX-5 is a Mazda Miata. It's not either of the cars showcased! This is one of the worst movies I have ever seen, much less the worst of 2011. If you want to see a car movie, re-watch Fast and the Furious - it's better than wasting your money to watch this awful movie in the theatre. I am rarely this harsh on any movie, but this one deserves every bit.

I first read Kris King's "professional" critique on the show. Having watched nine episodes myself, I would never read or take anything Kris King ever writes to be worth anything. King slams "Sh*t My Dad Says", saying such things like the acting is "hammy". For the type of humour, it's to be expected. A lot of sitcoms start out with "hammy acting" and run for several seasons. And when King says it's "not funny, ever", just goes to show how biased King is towards the show. There are plenty of funny bits and not just what Shatner is saying. I don't appreciate King's obvious ignorance.

Admittedly, William Shatner (playing Ed Goodson) forces the one-liners in the first few episodes. That having been said, you can identify all the actors settling into their roles - Shatner most notably. Will Sasso has been the best in his role since the beginning. His "spaghetti and meatballs" bit was spot on and hilarious.

It's not easy to spew one-liners about Viet Cong and homosexualism and get away with it. Especially on CTV! I applaud CTV for pushing the boundaries and broadcasting this show. If I didn't know better, I would think it would be an HBO series. It's about time we have a show that rivals "All In The Family" for touching base on sensitive subjects and bringing light-heartedness to it.

Don't misunderstand my point of views - it doesn't mean I do or we should take those subjects lightly in the real world (despite the show being based off a real-life person). I strongly believe censorship and critics should really stop flaming this show for what it *isn't. If parents aren't passwording their digital and satellite receivers to block channels and adult rating levels, or paying attention to what their children are watching, it's their fault, not the creators of the show.

The critics aren't always right. I find them more biased and ignorant more often than ever. Lighten up. This show is good and getting better!

Living In Your Car is a show that has had me going since the first episode. Steve Unger's (John Ralston) utter disregard for the law and his immoral corporate nature provides a sort of hero-worship for his character. While the rest of us in the real world really do have to follow the letter of the law in business (though some of us causing it to bulge at the seams), I warm up to his character out of a shared taste for success and the attitude, "This is my business. I can do whatever I want with it".

Though I suspect some may find disgust and pity in his character, I absolutely love the character Steve Unger, even though he's lost his wife, daughter and home. He does however still have his car, which of course lends its hand in the title of the series since most nights, he sleeps in his car. The fact that he has the vision to rise back to the top is in some way inspirational and it's hilarious how he can both grovel and insult someone at the same time.

John Ralston, who is clearly a seasoned actor, gives the character Steve Unger a sense of reality. He reminds me of Corbin Bernsen in the late 80s and I don't just mean his looks, but his style. I sincerely mean that as a compliment as it is just that style that is perfect for his character. Kudos on this series thus far (Episode 6).

I also enjoy the fact that this series was filmed in my home town. You'll catch me trying to find landmarks!