After all the online hype about this show I decided to give it a go. My review is for season 1 only...not sure if I will venture into Season 2. I can see why some people think it is all the rage, and also see why others are not all that impressed. I would probably rate is 6.5 if there were half numbers as a 7 on my scale usually means I would recommend it to friends without any preamble. For most people I know this show would require some pretext. No spoilers here.
In short there is nothing new here that hasn't been done before so unless you are Rip Van Winkle and missed the last 15 years or so you will not be shocked by any of the scenarios playing out. That being said the production values are good and this would be a great glossy packaged summary of a lot of the "edgy" events presented while Rip was sleeping.
I entered the series paying close attention to details and storylines, then found I didn't really need to after a while....stories were familiar, pacing was somewhat slow and the Soundtrack was cool, original and interesting at the beginning, but became annoying as the episodes advanced. For some strange reason the soundtrack matched the storyline and felt like it was suggesting how I should react or feel...fine to be supportive of a story but it became intrusive. Your mileage may vary.
In summary, the first couple episodes were interesting, the middle slow and the last episode a saving grace. Cut 1 or 2 hours out of this and I would rate it higher...and change up the soundtrack more often.
A glossy show that might be your cup of tea...I think it could have done better.
Season 2 Update
OK I decided to watch Season two with a friend who had not seen season one. I must say a vast improvement over season one...the script flowed better, the music was varied and the show didn't come off quite so pretentious. Some familiar actors from other shows that I have watched and enjoyed made it more entertaining.
I would give season 2 a rating of 8 for good entertainment.
Season One - 6.5/10.
Season Two - 8
Wish IMDB allowed half point ratings - overall a 7.5.
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