This is another ABC family show, and is about an interracial lesbian couple whom live with their 4 adopted children plus another child from a previous relationship. What is interesting about this show, compared to other ABC family shows, is that although there are moments where it is predictable the characters themselves are very unique. Callie is the protagonist, and she has moved from foster home to foster home, never belonging anywhere; that is until she meets Stef and Lena Foster. She is an empathetic character, and one that has grown on me from the pilot episode. In the pilot, she is very closed off, and a bit annoying, but as the season unfolds the story of Callie is told and she becomes a more likable character. I think at the heart of the show, we see the failure of the foster system and how it affects the lives of these children. It is upsetting at times, because the show has its moments of complete truth that do startle the audience; it is shocking the things some kids will put up with. The main message in the show is to accept diversity, the younger brother of Callie named Jude, is a prime example of a child confused with his sexual orientation. His adoptive father would beat him due to him dressing up in women’s clothing in the pilot; his character is very innocent and sweet, and he is definitely a large reason for why many watch the show!

 

I would give this show 8 out of 10 stars