True Blood: Season 4 (Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy)

I had heard this season was when True Blood really tanked. It's true, from here on out it's ridiculous soap opera in its most classic form. Characters are cardboard cutouts, their personalities can be changed at will - suddenly Eric is a droopy dud, all Jessica ever does is cry, all Pam ever does is snarl and then cry, Tara is alternately bad ass and puppy dog and not much else, Sookie is just 'gee whiz' wide-eyed and does a lot of blinking and eyebrow twitching as if she is constantly in a state of bewilderment, Bill has "turned evil" but it's so unbelievable that in one moment his nature changed - no buildup, no feeling that this was brewing, just one drink of god blood and 'bam!' he's evil - I thought he was faking it for some hidden agenda like he did when he was the king (I'm starting to feel like Stephen Moyer is not a very nuanced actor but maybe it's the writing/directing), Boyd became annoying when he used to be one of the nicest characters, Lafayette is consistently entertaining (he might be the only character who hasn't been altered or reduced to a facial expression), Arlene is likewise consistent and satisfying as a character.... I could go on but I can't bear it. Oh and Alcide has become boring to me. Sam too, he hasn't changed that much but he's kind of become less interesting. It's not just the writing, the editing and dialog are "off" half the time. The magic is gone. It feels like a third-rate soap that uses any excuse to show people copulating. Yeah, sex has always been a big part of this show, but it felt more meaningful in past seasons, it was part of how characters were bonding, now it just feels rote - someone's sad? sex. someone's mad? sex. a scene is boring? sex. I'd be willing to bet money there are twice as many naked boobs in this season as any previous. Some lovely boobs, don't mistake me, but it's not a substitute for a plot that works because you can feel the emotions of the characters, and because if a character has to change, you see it happening and it feels real and justified, and there is a palpable struggle, not just knitted brows, or a moment of transformation that you can feel, not just a rote "drinking this blood makes the person change" and it's a short cut to supposed character development.

If you're into the fantasy world of vampirism, then this is a series that you should check out. Wikia describes this season as follows:Tru Blood was developed on the orders of the Vampire Authority, as part of Guardian Roman Zimojic's "mainstreaming" agenda. The finest scientific minds in the vampire community, including noted 19th century French chemist and microbiologist Louis Pasteur worked for decades on its creation, as a synthetic blood source was key to the Great Revelation Zimojic planned. Yakonomo Corporation engineered and marketed the Tru Blood to vampire community.After Zimojic's death and the subsequent takeover of the Authority by the Sanguinista movement, the newly converted Chancellor Bill Compton suggested bombing the Tru Blood factories as a quicker and more effective alternative to the rather complicated PR stunts suggested by Chancellors Salome Agrippa, Nora Gainesborough, Kibwe Akinjide and Rosalyn Harris. Chancellor Agrippa adored the new plan and organized the bombing of the factory in Kuwait immediately.It is not immediately clear if all five factories were successfully destroyed, but in the wake of the Authority's own subsequent destruction, the Yakonomo Corporation entrusted with Tru Blood production was desperately working to rectify the situation, even sending Ms. Suzuki to meet with Truman Burrell to discuss the lease of new facilities in Louisiana. However, Truman and Sarah Newlin contaminated the Tru Blood with Hepatitis V, and it was shipped out, causing a massive outbreak and bankrupting the corporation.

True Blood is an excellently written series. I have watched it since it began, and recently bought this dvd set for my nephew. It is nothing like the Twilight series, and in my experience, people who really love Twilight usually do not care for this series - again, simply because the two are nothing alike. Some of the main characters here (as well as supporting roles) are vampires, but that's not to say this is a show "about vampires." This series is really best described as being about the people and goings-on of a small, backwoods Louisiana town where some of the people just happen to be vampires.As mentioned above, the writing is excellent. One of the best aspects about this series is that it is definitely NOT predictable! Not in the least. You never know where the writers are going to take you...from one episode to the next, or from one season to the next. The character development, story lines, acting, directing, casting and effects are all first rate. Considering that the series has its fair share of killing (although not overly so, and it's certainly not the focus of the show), the series couldn't be called "dark" or gory by any means. I also would not call this show necessarily "violent" either. (Personally, I don't care for violent shows or movies, and I find this series to be tolerable on the violence scale. It does have killing and blood and bodies and body parts, after all there are vampires in it, but even so, it's done in a way that is not offensive or vulgar.)There is comedy, drama, action and suspense...and very well choreographed cliff-hangers to end each episode. Despite the blood, death and suspense, the series as a whole is well balanced with comedy and other character's story lines which help keep it from being overly dark. There is a quite a bit of nudity - not raunchy, but tasteful and almost artful. So if you're sensitive to nudity, just be forewarned...or simply cover your eyes during those parts, because the story lines and acting make this series well worth watching. I easily give 5-stars to every season.Another refreshing bonus is that the episode commentary for every season is also worth watching. The actors, directors and writers actually contribute thoughtful and interesting tidbits that add to the episodes and the series. It's best to watch the commentary after you've completed the season because sometimes they accidentally reveal things that happen later in that season.This series is well worth purchasing.

True Blood was a really fun, interesting series to watch. Full of vampires, werewolves, and the leading lady, Sooke, a lady who can read peoples minds. It’s a great drama/fantasy/mystery show, and worth the watch. I loved it and enjoyed every season. Definitely worth binge watching a season at a time. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Enjoy.

Wow I'm going to binge :D excellent.

True Blood: The Complete Fourth Season Season four was just amazing, can't wait to see what's next. This show is never boring, producers always coming up with unique scenarios to keep you on the edge of your seat. I just loved it - watched entire season in 3 nights! True Blood: The Complete Fourth Season

DVD came as expected

I can not complain I've loved every season no matter if some eps didn't meet my expectations from time to time , awesome fast delivery and well packaged