Originality is not a must when looking to create viewers interest. True Blood wasn't very original and yet it did a great all around job. When you don't have an original idea, everything else gets a lot harder. Without originality you do need the best actors, directors, dialog writers and even good editors. It seemed to me and to my beloved wife that "The gates" cut corners in every department. We had shivers watching badly written scenes performed by unconvincing actors, when even the lighting, music and camera angels were clichés to seal the deal. Don't watch this show if you value your free time. There are just so many better shows out there, go for one that will have at least one good thing about it. This show does not.
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