Holston's Pick

This might have been a good episode if I could've actually seen what was going on. I know this series is set underground but seriously just because something is in a tunnel doesn't mean you have to make it pitch black. Half the time I didn't know what's going on because I had to rely on audio only. If all you hear is grunting and exertion, it doesn't actually lead to plot advancement. This is supposed to be a thriller and a mystery but keeping everything in the dark doesn't make it cool and . This latest Hollywood penchant for filming everything in the dark is ridiculous and just lazy. Maybe it's a cost cutting measure. The cost of electricity must be hitting everyone.

This episode continues the story set up that we saw in the first episode, but it was slower. The storytelling is still as good as the first episode.

This episode gives us more character development for the main hero, but it needed more action. However, the episode's ending is good and maybe a plot twists to come?

I really do hope the next episodes well be better, i didnt read the book and i have no idea of the events to come but readers say its worth it so give it a shot!

To sum up, the second episode is a good episode to continue the story, but it left me wanting more action and faster events.

In this episode the show really takes off. The screen is once again the heart of the show and i just hope that the script writers are fully aware of this and proceed with this in mind.

Rebecca Ferguson is an absolute magnet - what an actress. She immediatly makes you feel empathic and interested about her fate. And the other characters start to come out aswell.

Mysteries continue to mount and very few things are revealed but all in the right dose. I'm hooked.

Once again, the only issue is with the cleanliness of everything. Not even the bottom levels are dirty and messy. With or without totalitarian powers in command, human beings are messy.

Judicial is looking like an incredibly menacing force.

Silo is starting to remind me of the shows the SyFy Channel used to have, just with a higher budget. It's good but not great. Some things stand out, others just don't click.

There seem to be a lot of British actors in this who can't quite nail an American accident (including the lead character) and end up sounding quasi-Irish or something. If it were just one actor, it would be okay but there seems to be one in every scene and it's distracting.

Just let them use their real accents. We don't know who they are, where they come from, are they American, etc. They could be astronauts on an alien world for all we know.

The journey to see the original drill used to dig the silo was fun, great visuals. I wonder if it will be put into action at some point, digging further?

The second episode of Silo keeps up the momentum from the premiere, deepening the mystery while delivering excellent character work and world-building. The pacing is deliberate but gripping, revealing just enough to keep the intrigue high while maintaining a sense of unease.

Rebecca Ferguson continues to impress as Juliette, showcasing her intelligence and resilience while also hinting at a vulnerable side.

Visually, the episode maintains the show's strong production values, with the Silo itself feeling both vast and claustrophobic. The cinematography and lighting create a tense, oppressive atmosphere that perfectly complements the unfolding conspiracy. The writing does a great job of balancing exposition with character-driven moments, making the world feel lived-in rather than just a backdrop for the mystery.

The episode's biggest strength is its ability to escalate tension. Every interaction feels like it carries hidden meaning, and the show is clearly laying the groundwork for major revelations to come. The final moments leave you desperate for the next episode, proving that Silo knows exactly how to keep its audience hooked.

Overall, Episode 2 solidifies Silo as one of the most compelling sci-fi thrillers in recent memory. If it keeps up this level of quality, it has the potential to be something truly special.