I always thought this was a Melrose Place copycat. It was quite enjoyable for its short run.
This Series is one of the best short-lived Series ever, it was fast-paced and fun to watch, while the acting wasn't great it was certianly entertaining. Alas, Even Joan Collins couldn't save it from bad ratings and the fact is the series had almost no promotion when it was on.
This wasn't the greatest show on television or was nowhere close to it, but "Pacific Palisades" will always hold a special place in my heart. It came out around the time FOX's other landmark dramas "Melrose Place" and "90210" were beginning to lose their steam.