The West Wing has got so many Emmies that they must be able to build a tower of Emmies in the producer's office by now! The Americans love the show! But guess what! If you're not American and a fan of political subject matter in TV and films, you'll love it too! Because it paints a fair and critical picture of the American society and it's place in the world. The show salutes certain aspects of American life while not being afraid to criticize others.
That's why it also appeals to me as a European who is fascinated by American politics and who likes to watch fictional dramatizations on the subject, without being treated to a full-blown "yes sir Mr. President sir" helping of uncritical praise of American society.
Also the actors are fantastic! Especially Martin Sheen, and the now departed Rob Lowe (whom you can still catch in reruns of the show).
That's why it also appeals to me as a European who is fascinated by American politics and who likes to watch fictional dramatizations on the subject, without being treated to a full-blown "yes sir Mr. President sir" helping of uncritical praise of American society.
Also the actors are fantastic! Especially Martin Sheen, and the now departed Rob Lowe (whom you can still catch in reruns of the show).