As sad as this is, it's entirely possible that Jane the Virgin will be booted from television just because it has a really bad title. Christ on a bike, is it terrible. But if audiences find it in their hearts to look past the god-awful name of the show, they might just find one of the most promising and creative shows on television. Jane the Virgin revolves around a religious young Latina woman who has made the decision to save herself for marriage -- only to discover that she has been artificially inseminated and is now dealing with her very own immaculate conception. Newcomer Gina Rodriguez brings charisma and a sense of fun as her life unapologetically begins to resemble a telenovela. It's great to see a Latina actress as the star of a mainstream TV program on a major network, and Rodriguez does a fantastic job with the material she's been given. Perhaps fittingly, Jane the Virgin will require a leap of faith from viewers, but should pay off for them in a big way.
Audrey Fox is an ex-film student, which means that she prefers to spend her days in the dark, watching movies and pondering the director's use of diegetic sound. She currently works as an entertainment writer, joyfully rambling about all things film and television related. Add her on Twitter at @audonamission and check out her film blog at 1001moviesandbeyond.com.
