Asaf

The show certainly can pump out the drama. The music especially: it just hits in a way, that you expect there is something wild going on. Some operator work also tries to add to the atmosphere, but... In the end it feels like those old TV novellas I saw as a kid, I think they were advertised as Brazilian, but not sure if all of them were.

The plot is extremely simplistic. Think low budget "Mafia: The City Of Lost Heaven". And with very little logic. I mean, if you look at the story as a whole - yes, there is some level of logic to it. The kind that you see in Hallmark Christmas (or generally "romantic") movies. They do even suggest some "paranormal" at some point. Or at least there is a bit that may be interpreted as such.

The main problem is that this should have been a movie. I see potential, especially, since the 1st episode started with comments about bad phone battery, and they tried to utilize those comments only in the last episode, where it did kind of work. Not ideal, but still.

If they went with approach similar to Statham's "Crank" from 2006 but more emotional, or recent "Mercy Road" but with more people - it could have been great. They do have fast dynamics after all, it's just that all the unnecessary and stupid fluff (which is "talked about", not so much "shown") just ruins it.

But we have what we have, and as is... It's not good. Soundtrack is still the best thing about it, and perhaps they should release is as a digital album.

If you are a fan of Turkish dramas or character-driven crime thrillers and are willing to overlook some narrative and pacing flaws, Asaf would be worth a watch. The series does not shy away from showing the darker sides of life and crime, which can be engaging for fans of raw, grounded dramas.

Tayanç Ayaydin's acting in Asaf is a testament to his skill as a performer. His ability to embody a character who is both complex and relatable adds depth to the series, making him a standout in an otherwise uneven production. Tayanç's portrayal is a highlight worth watching. If Netflix decides to greenlight a second season of Asaf, it would be exciting to see Tayanç Ayaydin's character given greater focus and screentime. Given his standout performance, it's exciting to imagine Tayanç Ayaydin taking on more Netflix projects in the future.

Bad acting is the most obvious flaw about the show. Also, the story is unrealisticly manipulated for dramatic purposes, which irritates viewer since many events in the story are very least likely to happen. Additionally, there is nothing special to watch visually. Scenes are too slow, to over exposed, there is no fluidity. Unfortunately the show is made by acquiring the worst aspects of an average Turkish national tv drama series. Thw team had to spend more time to make the show feel more a real life. It is way too far away from being absorbing. It Just feels like a simple, quickly written, cheap, not visually attractive Turkish drama.

Well series started good. Really while series is starting I said I hope this series gonna be good and gonna be action. But by the time series is continuing I don't understood because It is going faster to topic And I said omg what is going on How does he in there and I don't like the end thing about that if how does it end a ordinary series also this series was like that so it is end ordinary. I would something happen in the end. In my opinion is such as ordinary While I watch the series I said I don't want watch anymore. I do not recommend. Events that happened such as interesting in series.but as I said I liked to head.

Talented cast undermined by weak script and predictable plotlines Unfortunately, despite a talented cast and promising potential, this show fails to deliver on nearly every level except the acting. The performances are commendable, but the overall experience is let down by a lackluster script, derivative storytelling, and a disappointing absence of suspense or intrigue.

The actors deliver their roles with conviction, showing depth, charisma, and a clear effort to elevate the material they've been given.

The script feels like a patchwork of clichés borrowed from countless series and movies, offering nothing original or refreshing.

One of the most frustrating aspects of this series is the absence of any real tension or climax. The cases, which should be the backbone of the show, are resolved with such ease and predictability that there's no sense of mystery or anticipation. Instead of drawing viewers into the narrative and making them eager to see what happens next, the series settles for quick, overly simple resolutions that rob the audience of any curiosity.