By Clarissa Barrera
“Dynasty” is an American prime time television soap opera reboot based on the 1980s “Dynasty.” While students are probably unaware of the first “Dynasty,” being broadcast twenty years before we were born, the new show, based on the old, is still worth the watch. It is appealing to kids today, just as the old show was for our parents, maybe grandparents?
“Dynasty” revolves around the Carringtons, a wealthy family residing in Denver, Colorado. The show begins by revealing heiress Fallon Carrington, a businesswoman, who believes she will soon become the new COO of Carrington Atlantic, her family’s company. However, Blake Carrington (her father) shocks his family by introducing them to Krystle, his fiancé. Now, Fallon plots against Krystle and her father with his chauffeur, Culhane, and soon with Blake’s biggest rival, Jeff Colby. “Dynasty” reveals the truth, from secrets to scandals, in the home of billionaires.
My favorite character from this show would be Fallon Carrington (Elizabeth Gillies). Fallon is a daring and charismatic character who is smart and keen when it comes to business. She never settles for less and is willing to go the extra mile for whatever she wants. I especially admired her when she fought for the Carrington Atlantic and worked her way to the top. Though she is a smart savvy businesswoman, she was not afraid to take chances even if it risked her fame or wealth.
Throughout the three seasons of “Dynasty,” the viewer follows Fallon through her lowest points to her highest peaks. My favorite scene from the show would be when Fallon gives up Carrington Atlantic and decides to open her own business. That’s when I noticed Fallon was facing a character breakthrough because she desired nothing but Carrington Atlantic since she was a child. Fallon is also spoiled sometimes but as the show progressed one sees Fallon breaking out of her bad habits. She becomes more open-minded yet more daring.
My overall rating would be 5 stars out of 5. This show is amazing and very entertaining. Every episode is worth watching. I enjoyed how every character carried traits that can be relatable to the audience. They were not just billionaires but human beings at the end of the day.
Though I may not be rich, I was definitely able to relate to all of the characters in some way. I related so much to Fallon and I feel that as I watched her make her mistakes and pick up from that, I was able to learn something as well. Not only that, but since Fallon is an outspoken person, I think it rubbed off on me and I think I have a little bit of Fallon in me. I enjoyed watching all three seasons of “Dynasty” and I hope there will be more episodes soon. I definitely recommend this show for anyone who is interested in dramas or in anything entertaining.
