Henry7227

The latest sci-fi series, The Acolyte, is a frustrating paradox of technical brilliance and narrative incompetence. From the very first episode, it's clear that the production team spared no expense. The CGI is breathtaking, the sound design is immersive, the music is haunting, and the alien creatures are genuinely intriguing. Unfortunately, all of this is in service of a story that is, quite frankly, baffling.

Halfway through the first episode, I found myself repeatedly asking "why?" Why are the characters making these choices? Why are these events unfolding in this way? Why should I care about any of this? I hoped the second episode would provide some answers, but instead, it only deepened the mystery. Now, I'm not only asking "why" about the plot, but also "why" I'm still watching.

The Acolyte is a textbook example of style over substance. It's a visually stunning spectacle, but without a compelling story at its core, it's ultimately an empty experience. If you're easily impressed by flashy visuals and don't mind a nonsensical plot, then you might find something to enjoy here. But for those seeking a sci-fi series with substance and depth, I'd recommend looking elsewhere.

"End of the Rope," a film based on the true story of North Dakota's last lynching, had the potential to be a gripping historical drama. Unfortunately, its excessive length of 2 hours and 19 minutes ultimately undermines its impact.

The acting is decent, and the background music complements the story well. However, the pacing is sluggish, and the film could easily have been trimmed by 30 minutes or more without sacrificing any essential plot points.

A few anachronistic details, such as items not in use in 1931, detract from the historical accuracy. While these may seem minor, they disrupt the immersion for viewers who are familiar with the time period.

Overall, "End of the Rope" would have earned a 6 out of 10 rating if it were a tighter, more focused film. However, its excessive length significantly detracts from the viewing experience, ultimately earning it a 3 out of 10. The performances and music are commendable, but the film's pacing issues and unnecessary scenes make it a slog to watch.

Despite its flaws, "End of the Rope" still offers a glimpse into a dark chapter of American history. If you're a fan of historical dramas and don't mind a slower pace, it may be worth watching. However, if you're looking for a tightly edited and fast-paced film, you may want to look elsewhere.

This is slow. It is not a sci fi. I'm not sure what it is but not a drama or thriller, maybe a bedtime story. I love Jennifer Connelly but she can't help something so slow.

This has a bit of alternate reality going on that must be the sci fi part but they keep swapping back and forth. Some scenes only last a few seconds and then back to the other reality. Of course it has the same main characters in the alternate realities so it may take a bit to figure out that they swapped again.

There is a bit of facial prosthetics to one character in the different reality but that is poorly done. The background sound is good but then they play horrible music as the end of the first episode. I gave up halfway through the second so I'm not sure if that is recurring.

If you need to watch TV to fall asleep then this is for you. If you need a show with content then look elsewhere.