The Chosen One

Apparently the bigots are out for blood and give this show bad reviews for a few kissing scenes between two 13-year olds. Honestly some people Need to chill out! This was an excellent series, stellar acting and such a fascinating plot! Give it a chance and you'll like it or even love it! I didn't have many expectations when I started watching and now I'm so upset it's already over. I do hope the show gets renewed as the finale leaves a lot of room for a new storyline. Do yourself a favor, ignore all the nasty reviews and watch this series as you won't be disappointed, even gave me the chills.!

Millar's original core idea remains (it's one of my favorite books of his) but execution is all over the place.

Some performances are very weak, but it's understandable given how weird dialog and pacing are. Some dialog feels very unnatural and forced. Like the writer is trying to make a point as fast as possible instead of making characters get to the point by talking to each other like actual human beings. It feels rushed, desperate to get to a point not minding HOW it gets there.

Even though is poorly written, premise is captivating enough to get you attention, but that's all Millar, not the show-runners. Some characters are very likable (Tuka, Wagner), but other are very cartoon-y (pretty much every antagonist)

Cinematography is great.

As an English speaker I don't often watch foreign language shows with subtitles, but I decided to give this one a watch. I'm glad I did. Sure, the dialogue, at times, was horrific and some of the effects were a little questionable. The story was pretty good, although mostly predictable. The young cast was able to portray emotion at key moments that caught me off guard and was really impressive. The ending was exceptionally well filmed and is worth watching all 6 episodes for. Except for the final moments which felt rushed and could almost been from a completely different series. I will definitely watch the next season if there is one, if only to see where they take the story next.

A series that from the first second keeps you attentive And it manages to cause in you the anxiety of wanting to know what is happening, it manages to maintain a constant rhythm and a dialogue that does not bore you at all. From the first chapter you can see the wonderful and paranormal world that awaits you, a world without being created by cgi Making us empathize with the people of the town and satisfy the curiosity of what would happen if something like this happened in real life and the social impact that this would have on the people, in this case the people of the small town. Without a doubt a series that is worth watching!!

I watched "The Chosen One" in one sitting, which speaks volumes about how much it pulled me in. The show was recommended to me because of my fondness for Netflix's "Messiah," directed by James McTeigue and written by Michael Petroni. Although "The Chosen One" doesn't have the budget of "Messiah," which I absolutely loved, it tells the story exceptionally well through great writing, setting, and acting.

Although the pacing is slow in the initial episodes, this is a minor flaw in an otherwise compelling series.

Set in a small Mexican town, the story revolves around a young teenager who discovers he possesses powers reminiscent of Jesus Christ. While he's flattered by his sudden acclaim as the "Second Coming," he also grapples with typical teenage experiences.

The show is beautifully shot, and the 4:3 aspect ratio is a nostalgic nod to its '90s setting, enhancing the viewing experience. Kudos to child actor Bobby Luhnow, who delivers a spellbinding performance, adding layers of complexity to his character. The script is thoughtfully written and leaves room for a sequel-something I'm eagerly awaiting.

Overall, "The Chosen One" deserves a higher rating and a second season.