Great Review! I didn't comment here before, but when it comes to "Skins", I couldn't help myself:) I'd watched the first 2 series; and without a doubt, it's the best teenage drama I've ever watched! Second series has more drama, less funny moments but it's much more better than the first one since our characters' stories are getting more touching. I guarantee that you're gonna love the characters (ok, maybe not Michelle) eventually, although they seem pretty stereotypes at first as you said, Rob.

Last point that you skipped: All the music that Fat Segal did and all of the songs were used are fantastic too..

Ps. Mitch Hewer's acting abilities get better in Second Series also, however I can't say the same thing about the unattractiveness and irritation of Michelle:)