THE CABLE GIRLS – Super soapy Spanish melodrama, dubbed in English with the requisite good-looking cast, tiresome repetitive dialogue and nonsensical storylines – some of which are quietly shelved with no resolution (as if we’re not supposed to notice!) There are a few disturbing domestic violence scenes and endless smoking. Still, I enjoy watching….in small doses. (It’s six seasons long so this could take awhile) Centered around the friendship and exploits of five telephone operators in 1920s Madrid, the old-time switchboard is fascinating. (My grandmother was a cable girl during it’s heyday) I revel in the wardrobe and hairstyles of the time period, and the hats!! Oh how I love the hats! I suspect this piece appeals to a select audience of which I am one. Cheers! Boyfriends – 1; Girlfriends – 1.