“Episodes 1-6 (3.5-4/5): really tense, suspenseful series of vignettes that really build tension without arriving (narratively or geographically).
Episodes 7-10 (4.5-5/5): genuinely excellent story. Great characters, twists, and moments I’ll remember.
Excellent:
- Sound design. My goodness, please listen with quality audio output. Production team delivered.
- Tessa Thompson and W. Earl Brown. Skilled actors show their talents.
Subpar/adequate:
- Some of the writing and supporting cast. Couldn’t tell where the disconnect happened, but people in tremendously stressful situations didn’t always talk or sound like it. This isn’t an absolute rule, but it seemed noticeable to me.
This show is not for everyone, and the Venn diagram of people who “just don’t get it” and people who don’t like it does not make a circle. Totally possible you will get it and just not like it. That said, I think most people who give the team a chance and meet them on their terms will find it a rewarding ride.”
hencmekxbanencjsmxba via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/23