I can understand why people would complain that the show was just full of stereotypes but I can say I know a few gay men who act even more outrageous and camp then the two gay characters on the show. Saying that all you need to do is take a walk down canal street in Manchester and you'll see dozens of men who are just as shallow and silly as the boys in the show.
The show is definitely an acquired taste but I have enjoyed every episode and the show is much bolder more confident then series 1. It may be cheesy at times but it works.