"Lost" deserved a farewell gift ABC We sincerely congratulate all the winners of this year's Emmy Awards... but that doesn't mean we liked what we saw. Some of TV's best went unrecognized, and we're not taking it lying down. Here, our very personal take on the most glaring Emmy oversights:
"Lost," Drama Series
The series started with a plane crash on a mysterious island and ended with one of the most anticipated finales of all time. During the six years in between, "Lost" featured an ever-growing ensemble cast portraying interesting, mysterious, and puzzling characters, layered with back stories thanks to flashbacks (and, eventually, flashforwards) that seamlessly weaved their way into the show's present-day plotlines. Sound complicated? It was. But the addicting drama did it right and gained a dedicated following, along with plenty of critical accolades — a coveted combination for a TV show. The series ended its sixth and final season just three months ago, giving Emmy voters the perfect opportunity to send the show off with a swan-song statue. They didn't take it. Sure, we love "Mad Men" as much as anyone, but it's tough to get too excited for the show when it's taking home the same award for the third year in a row.
"Glee," Comedy Series
Nobody's knocking "Modern Family" here... but "Glee" is the truly groundbreaking new comedy of the year. Its infinitely quotable dialogue (thank you, Sue Sylvester) and soul-stirring musical numbers reinvented — and revitalized — the genre... heck, the whole medium. Hey, they thought enough of "Glee" to make it the focus of the ceremony's rip-roaring opening number; they should've just gone ahead and given the show the win.
"The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien," Variety, Music or Comedy Series
"The Daily Show," really? We like it and all, but it already has a shelf full of Emmys. And in a show desperate for a "wow" moment, we can't believe Emmy voters deprived us of what could've been a historically bitter acceptance speech from ousted "Tonight Show" host Conan O'Brien. Plus, he deserved it: That final stretch of shows was Conan at his absolute peak.
Michael C. Hall ("Dexter") Lead Actor, Drama
"Dexter" had its most... well... killer season yet, thanks to a captivating cat-and-mouse storyline, an evil season-long guest role by vet John Lithgow (who landed an Emmy for it), a handful of shockers, and, most importantly, more amazing acting by Michael C. Hall. It's not easy to make a serial killer likable, real, and even relatable, but he did it better than ever this season, and continues to make the show one of the best dramas on TV. Don't get us wrong; Bryan Cranston turns out a fantastic performance in the equally unorthodox cable drama "Breaking Bad." But three wins in a row? Hall's third Emmy nomination for the role should have turned into his first win.
Connie Britton ("Friday Night Lights") Lead Actress, Drama
We know, we know... we should just be happy that Britton and onscreen mate Kyle Chandler finally got nominated. But we're not. As supermom/wife/principal Tami Taylor, Britton effortlessly balances tough and tender, smart and sexy — all with a Texas twang. And her work in Season 4, including a tricky abortion subplot, was some of her very best yet. With all due respect to Emmy winner/TV crime-solver Kyra Sedgwick, the real crime here is that four seasons in, Britton's still empty-handed.
Amy Poehler ("Parks and Recreation") Lead Actress, Comedy
Okay, maybe her show's miniscule ratings are to blame. But we still think Poehler isn't getting nearly enough credit for his irresistible performance as endlessly enthusiastic government employee Leslie Knope. A bottomless pit of can-do spirit, Poehler's Knope debunks the "women can't be funny" myth once and for all. Unfortunately, Emmy voters apparently think Edie Falco's still on "The Sopranos," and voted for her out of habit. (Just kidding! Kind of.)
Martin Short ("Damages") Supporting Actor, Drama
The portrayal of a sleazy, conscienceless, but oh-so-loyal lawyer for a Madoffesque family on the acclaimed FX drama "Damages" might not have wowed us quite as much if the actor playing him wasn't best known for comedic roles. Watching Martin Short pull off such a pathetic and troubled character (he's so caught up in a plethora of lies, he's got to hire a prostitute in order to have an honest conversation) makes us forget this is the same guy putting on funny accents on "Saturday Night Live" and "Father of the Bride." Winner Aaron Paul definitely turned out a great performance in "Breaking Bad," but Short spent a season playing completely against type, proving his range like never before. It would have been great to see him recognized for it.
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