"Once upon a time... in the city of New York."
Summary:
Catherine (Emmy nominee Linda Hamilton, The Terminator) is an assistant DA who's attacked one night by strangers. When she wakes up, her face is covered in bandages. Someone named Vincent (Golden Globe winner Ron Perlman) has been taking care of her in his home beneath the subway. When she removes the dressing, she finds that he's a man-beast, but fear turns to trust when she becomes convinced he has her best interests at heart. As she states in the introduction, "We have a bond stronger than friendship or love." As the season unfolds, Vincent frequently comes to Catherine's assistance. As an empath, he knows instinctively when she's in trouble. When he needs help, Vincent turns to Father (Roy Dotrice), the doctor who raised him after he was abandoned at the hospital after he was born. His origins are unknown. Together, Catherine and Vincent are like the detectives of Remington Steele, except no one knows she's part of a team, since they're only able to meet in secret. Vincent's underground companions, however, get to know Catherine well. Just as Vincent comes to her aid as needed, she does the same for his community.
I used to watch this series with my mother and I remember being captivated by Catherine and Vincent. I was thrilled when I learned the series was coming out on DVD and I now have the complete series.
I remember Catherine being an idol of mine. I thought she was so brave and beautiful; and I appreciated how she never backed down from danger.
But it was really Vincent who drew me in. I was so captivated by his gentleness and good heart. And when he would sit and read poetry. . .I was gone, hehe. I remember having such a crush on him when I was a little girl.
So what about the rest of you? Have you seen the series? Did you enjoy it?
