Black Rabbit

I enjoyed the watch. It's a story about how family trauma can jack us up for life, with shame morphing to self-sabotage; all wrapped up into a tense crime thriller. I see poor reviews saying "the characters do stupid things that I wouldn't do", well ya ..they are all jacked up & then caught up in keeping it all together, such is what movies are made of.

For me, the characters actions jibe with how early trauma may have impacted them.

They create chaos that reflects their inner turmoil which seeks resolution, one way or another.

The greater ensemble of characters offers up more interesting characters with depth & we are brought into their world - a hot hipster NYC restaurant/bar which the plot line always threatening its demise. NYC is a character along with own diversity of players ie artsy hipsters v. Coney Island thugs.

Maybe we have to have some empathy with unlikable characters to enjoy the series? Maybe we have to be okay with both rooting for a character & subsequently not rooting for them & back again?

Well, what can I say?

Black Rabbit is one of those rare limited series that grips you from the very first scene and refuses to let go. The writing is razor sharp, the pacing is meticulous and the performances are nothing short of magnetic. Jude Law and Jason Bateman bring a gritty depth to their roles, creating a world that feels raw, lived-in and morally complex.

One of the standout touches is the episode introductions, which cleverly pay homage to Ozark. Each episode opens with a sleek, symbolic graphic that foreshadows the themes and events about to unfold. It's subtle yet striking and it adds an extra layer of anticipation before the story even kicks in. For viewers who appreciated Ozark's visual storytelling, this will feel like a respectful nod while still carving out its own identity.

The cinematography leans heavily into shadows and muted palettes, enhancing the tension without ever feeling forced. Meanwhile, the soundtrack complements the mood perfectly, weaving in and out without overshadowing the drama.

Overall, Black Rabbit is dark, deliberate and deeply compelling. It's not just another thriller - it's prestige television done right, with every detail (down to the graphics at the start of each episode) contributing to the atmosphere. If you loved Ozark but want something fresh with its own unique flavour, this is a must-watch.

If you're a film junkie like myself then you'll appreciate the time and effort that Zach Baylin and everyone else put in to make this happen.

I enjoyed it. Not my place to say where it could have been improved. It is what it is.

Thank you.

I usually don't take in tv shows even limited series but this peaked my interest. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly it grabbed my attention and kept it there. I've never watched a series this fast but it was compelling, well thought out, brilliantly acted and most likely the best Netflix film or series I've seen. Usually I am turned off by their fare, however, Black Rabbit was well wroth my time.

Black Rabbit is a gritty crime thriller starring Jason Bateman and Jude Law. Going into this my expectations was that this will be the next Ozark...I was wrong. It's nothing like Ozark. That doesn't mean this is bad, it's just not as good as Ozark was. The reason this is so good is the acting performances by Bateman and Law. Both were as good as ever. This probably could've been done in 6 episodes because there are times where it slows down to the point where they could've cut some time out. Other than that it's absolutely worth watching.

Black Rabbit is a masterclass in slow lingering suspense, a series that rewards patient viewers with a deeply satisfying and thought provoking experience. While some might be initially taken aback by its deliberate pacing and dialogue-heavy scenes, these elements are not a weakness but the very foundation of its strength. The show understands that true tension isn't always found in frantic action, but in the quiet, charged spaces between people, in the unspoken histories and simmering resentments.