I binged this show tonight and am conflicted on it. Firstly, who cares that the ages of the actors don't match the ages the characters are supposed to be? If it was a drastic, very noticeable difference, I'd get it. You're whinging because the "15 year old"is played by someone in their 20s? Really? Get over it. Some people do look older or younger irl, so it makes sense Maddie might look a tad bit too old.
I do agree, however, on two things.
1. What was the wardrobe? None of it was modernized, and on top of that, why is Taylor, the 12 year old, constantly wearing shorts that are nearly non existent? She s 12!! Not only were those shorts FAR TOO skimpy for a child, but far too skimpy for school.
Then you have Madi, a high school Jr who dresses like she's a street corner girl. There were multiple times where you could clear see part of her butt cheek from how non-existent her shorts were.
2. The characters are not acting their age. Most notably Madi, who is supposed to be nearly an adult. Her behavior throughout the show was atrocious, but at the end when she decided to off and leave because "waa my real dad doesn't care."
Yes, this some does have some cliches, and yes some of them are poorly done, but it's not a huge deal.
Additionally, it was never fully addressed if the dad/Baldwin knew about the wife's affair previously. It's implied at the end he knew, but why would be continue to sing her praises and act like she was perfect? Why did he react so negatively to Madi when she told him his wife cheated? If he knew, logically he's respond better.
I like this show, but I don't.
