A lot of reviewers did not like this show in comparison with the original movie. I have seen the movie multiple times. In fact, I watched two episodes of this show and then watched a part of movie again. My feelings? This show is great. It has consistently hold my interest, over the five episodes that I watched in just two days.
The major difference in the movie and a series is that, the movie has all the major strong features of the series gathered at place. Every episode has some great moments, and great writing, if you combine such great moments of 12 episodes into 1, what kind of effect will you get? A very impressive effect. That's what the movie has.
I personally love this show, and look forward to watching more of it. First two episode seemed like poor acting from most cast members, except Larry Miller (Mr. Stratford), and Lindsay Shaw( Kat), but now I find it okay after watching 5 episodes. I think the actress, who played Bianca has improved a lot over 5 episodes.
I like the show, because it allows me to continue enjoying the life and environment portrayed in the original movie.
I expected the differences, and I enjoy it with a light heart.