The finale, like the preceding episode, is disappointing. As if having an uneven season wasn't bad enough, they managed to even make the season finale dull. Was the show really as terrible as some fans claimed? Certainly not, but neither is it that good. The season as a whole has lacked any sort of heart, and this includes but is not limited to the show's sluggish tempo, its very thin characterization, and its wooden acting. The final result gives the impression that the only goal was to cash in on a well-known IP, and it comes across as being dishonest, as if the creators weren't really invested in the show. Beyond its stunning visuals, “The Rings of Power” hasn't really accomplished anything. There were certainly some high points to the first season of “The Rings of Power,” but they were more homages to the Peter Jackson trilogy than original creations. This was a decent way to kill time, but otherwise leaves one wanting more. With more seasons to go, there's hope that the show's creators will iron out the kinks. They have everything they need; they just need to put it together in the right order. If a season finale is done successfully, it should leave you feeling something at the end of it. Unfortunately, I felt barely anything after seeing this. I won't miss the show, but it had enough positives for me to return for a hopefully better next season.
Review by SuitBlockedParent2022-10-23T04:57:53Z
1x08 - Alloyed: 6.7/10 (Fair)
The finale, like the preceding episode, is disappointing. As if having an uneven season wasn't bad enough, they managed to even make the season finale dull. Was the show really as terrible as some fans claimed? Certainly not, but neither is it that good. The season as a whole has lacked any sort of heart, and this includes but is not limited to the show's sluggish tempo, its very thin characterization, and its wooden acting. The final result gives the impression that the only goal was to cash in on a well-known IP, and it comes across as being dishonest, as if the creators weren't really invested in the show. Beyond its stunning visuals, “The Rings of Power” hasn't really accomplished anything. There were certainly some high points to the first season of “The Rings of Power,” but they were more homages to the Peter Jackson trilogy than original creations. This was a decent way to kill time, but otherwise leaves one wanting more. With more seasons to go, there's hope that the show's creators will iron out the kinks. They have everything they need; they just need to put it together in the right order. If a season finale is done successfully, it should leave you feeling something at the end of it. Unfortunately, I felt barely anything after seeing this. I won't miss the show, but it had enough positives for me to return for a hopefully better next season.