re: Official Downton Abbey Season 3 Discussion

I kind of agree, but I was holding on to hope that they would these abandon ridiculous story lines. Maybe it is a British thing.

All of the characters, as great as many of them are, are stagnant. Let these actors show their talent and give them some depth to work with! Maggie Smith is one of the most talented women ever in this profession and for the most part all she does is crack jokes. Yes, they are funny and I really enjoy it but give her character some more range and meaning than this. Look at the scene with her and Carson after Sybil's death. I think it was the best scene in the show's history and really showed the talent of the acting on Downton.

If this show wants to survive it needs a writing makeover in the worst way.