As someone who's been a major fan of many TV shows for years and years, and someone who only got into Lost a few months ago: Lost is the greatest thing to ever have been televised. Seriously. Nothing has ever been so immersive, atmospheric and ambitious as this show. It had me gripped from start to finish, and I was genuinely satisfied by the ending (it's incredibly misunderstood). There has never been a TV series as big as Lost, and there may never be again.
Preliminary review, my final review for Season 1 is in another comment (I didn't want to just edit over this, especially with the likes on it). Very light spoilers for the first few episodes ahead.
I wanted to throw my hat in the ring and give a genuine review of the series as far as I've watched so far (I'll review it properly when I'm done with the season).
So, let's start with the Baphomet in the room (haha), and note that there is some very overt feminism in this series. As I hear, it tapers off as the series goes on, and I look forward to that, because while it is absolutely not pervasive to every corner of the series, it's a cringey part of the early episodes. I wholly support progressive movements, I am happy to see a non-binary character on the show, and Sabrina's attempts to defend said character. I wholly support Sabrina being a sassy, empowered female character who 'sticks it to the man'.
That said, constantly pointing to a plot element and going: 'This is women standing up to the patriarchy!' is unnecessary. As I said before, it's cringey. Let the work speak for itself.
That said, the series, while not a masterpiece, is interesting so far. I appreciate its willingness to broach Satanism (with all its LaVeyan trappings) and all the horror, gore, and sexuality that comes with it. When it just moves forward with the plot, and doesn't spend its time pointing out its progressiveness, it's a solid supernatural drama.
I do find Roz to be tedious. I think Harvey and Sabrina's relationship is unearned (they are way too lovey for 16 year olds with so many secrets between them, and Sabrina, so far, has been rather self-centered, while Harvey plays the devoted and doting boyfriend; feels very much like the criticisms feminists often have about the roles women play in their relationships with men in other stories). I hope that this gets approached with some maturity, instead of devolving into a mess of drama, but sadly, I feel it could easily go either way.
Ambrose is a great addition to the cast, fulfilling the morally ambiguous role that Salem played in the original (but also being properly morally ambiguous, in keeping with the dramatic tone, rather than comically so).
I'll make a proper review when I've finished with the season, but I just felt like this comment section could use a genuine review rather than the 'feminism is ruining everything!' reviews that it has mostly seen so far.
this cartoon give to the gays all our rights in the world
I can only think of a handful of TV shows that have BLOWN ME AWAY like this every damn week.
Definitely the best TV show to premiere this year so far, and i'm so glad it was already renewed for a Season 2! I still feel like people are sleeping on Pose. Wake the hell up everybody! Great themes, great dialogues and show-stopping acting.
Give Dominique Jackson and MJ Rodriguez all the Emmys they deserve.
So fun & such a solid performance from the cast! Hoping there is a season 2.
i am deeply in love with this show.
Wasn't really sure what I was getting involved in when I started watching this show 4 years ago.
4 years later and after watching the series finale I sit down to write that this show quickly became one of my favorites. The writing and cinematography are top notch and nearly unrivaled with the rest of the television these days. Just when I thought the show couldn't get better it surprised me and always did.
I'm sad it's over but I am happy I was able to experience this near flawless piece of entertainment.
Absolutely great and what I was hoping it would be. It completely sucks you right back in without missing a step.
My favorite moment was when Angela said that Philip actually was Dwight's son. Second favorite was when Michael came for Dwight's wedding.
I've watched 2 and really like the tone and feel so far. I'll be watching this as it airs.
A fresh, innovative show that shows everything a reboot should be. It doesn't rehash its source material, but redefines it, and in the process, eclipses it. In every way, it is adapted for today, with a diverse cast, sharp writing, and emotional and passionate writing. So many kids will watch this and be not only engrossed, but seen. It'll always be dear to my heart.
I've watched it in full and absolutely loved it, so much so that now - after a couple of years - I'm re-watching it, finding new things I love and appreciating even more of its story and the characters.
Lost is my all time favorite show, nothing has ever topped it and I'm pretty sure nothing ever will. There is such a sense of mystery around it and yes, even by the end of it, you will still have unanswered questions which I personally love. There is always room to speculate on what truly happened or what was meant. The characters all have something to contribute, even the minor ones are in this story for a reason. You have to pay attention because there are a lot of details that you might miss and I know some argue that the ending was not good, I strongly disagree. For me the ending was perfectly in line with the overall story of the show.
So much more than just strangers stranded on an island after a plain crash, as you'll soon discover upon watching.
God, I already miss Nelsan Ellis so much. Thank you for this amazing character that you brought to life. Rest in Peace.
I don't have enough words to describe how amazing this show is compare to all the other DC shows, the writers are nothing short of stellar, they demonstrated how you don't need 'action' to make a story good or interesting, the character build up is top notch and heartwarming, every single actors are shining and they're showing their range and true talent. the art direction is amazing, the intro is absolutely mesmerizing, the music is wonderful, this show is nothing short of being an absolute gem to behold.
The way it has grown into its own is amazing. Season 1 was a very nice surprise, but Season 2 has delivered such an outstanding quality of comedy that simply exceeded any of my expectations. Not only the amount of zingers and references per script page was even more so improved, but letting the narrative evolve out of the "loser" genre was the winning bet. Easily one of the smartest-written shows of 2021. And they better keep it going 2022 and further.
I miss this show so much, such and incredible storyline and the acting is perfect, im sad and happy that it ended, sad because its over but also happy for it to end because dragging tv series out csn normally ruin it.
I found about this show a long time ago, when I got a book that summarizes the account of the history of piracy in Venezuela, aswell as the main pirates that sailed around the country and some insight on the pirate life. Since then, I've been on a roll about piracy, and no matter what, I've always circled back to this show.
I ignored it at first, thinking it was just one of those History documentaries with theatrical scenes. I don't hate them; I don't have anything against those, I just thought that's what it was. To my surprise, it took me months to finally check what it was all about, only to find myself on a prequel to Treasure Island, one of my favorite books since I was a kid.
It might not be Robert L. Stevenson, but it's truly a love letter to his book. It's worth a watch, specially if you read the book as a teenager, and now that you've grown, you're considering to go back to it and find something much darker.
Most people who call this show bad don’t even watch it fully. It’s a bold concept but also far more than it appears to be. One of the best shows of recent years.
