I've seen plenty of really negative reviews on this series. Who knew there were so many experts in writing and acting out there? I happen to think that the show is pretty great, for a number of reasons.

Firstly, whilst they take the base premise of the Robinson's going off to colonise another world, it's actually pretty great that they're not alone, and so we don't have to rely on a parade of bipedal aliens to be the interaction for the crew. So plus points on an interesting take on the story.

Secondly I think the production values are pretty incredible, and it looks like it all ends up on the screen. Sets and seamless CGI give a believeable environment for the lost planet they find themselves marooned on. There can be no complaints about making the environment for the story solid and believable.

Thirdly, we need to give the characters room to breathe, and if I have a criticism then it's that we don't see them grow that much over the course of the first season. That being said, Parker Posey is chilling as Dr Smith, and plays her as a sociopath to a tee.

I see lots of criticisms of the writing, and I don't buy it. I think what we have is a really good set up, and I hope that Netflix invest in a couple more seasons to see this soar. How many dramas were brilliant in season one compared to later on? Look at Mad Men, and see how the characters develop and grow over the seven series, so let's be supportive, say bravo to Netflix for supporting a project that needs more time to be great. So why 9 stars? I still loved it and think it can be even better but if you cannot support a fledgling show like this then you don't deserve nice things, there I said it!