Yakamoz S-245

I didn't realize until most of the way through that this show was set in the same universe as "Into The Night". Until that point, I was thinking that it was a copy of that show, except on a submarine instead of a plane! Once the events in this show crossed over, and I had the "Oh!" moment, it all made sense and enjoyed it more.

But that's the problem--the story felt too much like a copy (and the same soundtrack?). Similar plot resulting in predictable characters and predictable outcome. It didn't really make good use of the submarine as a plot device, nor explore different characters or dynamic. Instead, we're led down the same path, with same human motivations, with characters that are very thinly developed. The story tries too hard to make a plausible beginning, more so than Into The Night. And clearly, the show's creator has an axe to grind with NATO, so the story universe is focused in Europe, and by its extension, Turkey. It seems to be self-limiting, given that the sun's destructive impact (however implausible, as it may be), affects the whole world.

Still, I can't recall more than one show based in the same story universe but in different languages/ethnicities, so perhaps that's pretty unique. And, this essentially serves as the third season of Into The Night, so I am looking forward to the fourth season (whatever the title may be called).

It's a very unbalanced show. Most of the action, thrills and premise are really strong and well executed. Most of the underlying drama is unbelievably nonsensical and adds absolutely nothing to the show.

I've read this is a Into The Night spin-off and it makes sense, because it's almost the same history in a different scenario. Not as good as Into The Night season 1, but not as bad as the second season. It's a good show to watch, but it's avoidable.

Plot

After disaster strikes Earth, a marine biologist on a submarine research mission must fight to survive with the crew as a conspiracy comes to light.

Cast

Wasn't familiar with anyone, but I'll say that everyone under performed and there was no standout members of the cast.

Verdict

I quite enjoyed the companion piece Into The Night (2020-2021) and thought it was a fantastic premise however I become frustrated at it being yet another show that was cancelled prematurely and was left a pointless watch with no ending. Learning of Yakamoz S-245 before this realization I was very excited at these two intertwined shows and was very much looking forward to watching it.

Into the Night being Belgium made and this being Turkish was a real surprise, what a curious turn of events I thought as I booted it up and waded back into the universe where the sun has turned fatal.

The characters were bland, the cast even blander I watched disappointed but still gripped and fascinated where it was all going to go. Inferior to Into the Light it was still watchable however I had this nagging feeling that this would become another casualty to the awful cancellation trend we've had going for years now and I was right.

Into the Night and Yakamoz S_245 make up a fantastic concept and a solid story, but with no ending for either what's the point? I like them, but I'd advise nobody waste their time.

Rants

I'm a movie guy more than a television guy and always have been but as time goes by that's becoming more and more of a thing. Television in my opinion is in a bad spot, let's compare.

TV shows used to have 20-24 episodes per season TV shows now have 6-10 episodes per season

TV shows used to have a new season per year TV shows now often have 2-3 years inbetween seasons

TV shows used to rarely get cancelled without an ending TV shows now are more than likely to get cancelled without an ending

And now on streaming services we're often still waiting a week per episode and watching adverts?! It's like we're regressing.

The Good

Incredible concept Well made for the most part

The Bad

Weak cast Bland characters It has no ending...

I had watched INTO THE NIGHT over a year ago and tho it wasn't the greatest sci-fi story it moved at a rapid pace and was not boring. I kinda enjoy End-of the World genre flicks if they're somewhat original in nature, or at least trying to be.

Anyway, that's the reason I enjoyed INTO THE NIGHT and kept the title in the back of my mind & waited for another season.

That's also the reason I tried out YAKAMOZ S-245. It was actually clever the way it was spliced together with INTO THE NIGHT but I didn't realize the connection until the submarine headed to the seed storage bunker in Norway.

So, I'm more intrigued now, and waiting for the next installment in the series from... whatever countries survivors shows up next.

The biggest plus, for me anyway, with Netflix, is the ability to watch more foreign movies. The Hollywood stuff is almost all woke crap or superhero sequels to infinity and beyond.

The best action flick I've seen on Netflix is a French crime drama called LOST BULLET. The best horror series I've seen is KINGDOM, from Korea. A lot of good stuff from Korea.

I could go on but the point I'm making is that the US of A studios are not doing it for me anymore. A lot of other people feel the same way I'm sure. Just look at the world $$$ market.

I'd rather watch a 2nd or 3rd world young-gun studio effort with some hungry talent on both sides of the camera then a tired-ass, re-cycled Hollywood snooze-fest.

If you like the French \ European series Into the Night, in which the passengers of an airplane flee the deadly luminosity of the sun. This series is worth watching.

Same apocalyptic premise, let's say basically the same universe, different main language, a submarine instead of a plane, human beings trying to survive an impossible situation.

I loved the first season of Into the Night. The second one more or less. And I think this series will be more on par with the second season of the series I mentioned above. Maybe a little better. I saw the entire series in one sitting. I liked the characters and the atmosphere.

And even though this series isn't perfect, I think it's very edible.

But please, check with the original audio, the main language is Turkish, but there is a lot of conversation in English, Greek, Italian etc. I think the dubbed version ruins the experience a little.

A 7 out of 10 for me.