Art for Art's Sake

RADAR? RADAR? RADAR? - One of the things every new comic writer from the beginning until now does is show different ways his radar looks. Marvel has the ball now. Sound is not enough. I think many of my fellow comic fans would agree that adding the visual aspect of what his radar looks like would add another level to show. His "radar" is another character we have not seen on the screen since Ben Affleck's Daredevil. Imagine the storytelling opportunities that can open up as a result of showing his radar! There are some wonderful examples of radar scenes in Bendis, Brubaker, Miller, and Soule's comic runs. (No disrespect to Mark Waid. I have not read his run yet.) - To conclude... Marvel... if you read this... please give us some radar. It can help elevate your show!

The word is over-used. The human brain has the ability to create the sensation without the thing. Entertainment products like this offer viewers the opportunity to experience a wide range of emotions in a short time span. If there is connection. To be clear, this reboot has tons of issues. But warts and all, it can soar. This reviewer had just struggled through Superman 2025 -- too cute by half -- and this was next. There was more connection, more suspense, more tension and release, at the 30min mark here (the window scene) than in Gunn's entire film. Which had a budget that could have financed a moon landing. Just to offer perspective. ((Designated "IMDb Top Reviewer." Please check out my list "167+ Nearly-Perfect Movies (with the occasional Anime or TV miniseries) you can/should see again and again (1932 to the present))

I've had a roller coaster of emotions with the show ranging from generous 7/10's for episodes to a well deserved 5/10 for the bank heist episode. But this episode is strong! Not only did it carry great momentum from the previous episode but things are ACTUALLY beginning to happen.

I won't go into spoilers, but I will say at least now that it seems the show is picking up the pace and characters are finally acting the way they should be or in the way we would want them to. This episode stood on its own two feet as a decent accomplishment from Disney.

Great performances across the board, even demanding a bit more from Buck and Dr. Heather Glenn this time around.

The editing is mostly good on this episode and the music isn't overpowering every scene.

I'm happy to see more storylines cross over. It's just sad I had to wait this long.

After the previous episode saw Matt Murdock fully embracing his Daredevil persona once more, "Daredevil: Born Again" seems set on keeping the Devil of Hell's Kitchen at the forefront, which is going to be a positive thing for people who have missed the action-oriented part of the show. The show has been carefully building up its storylines, choosing not to rush its major developments, even if it sometimes struggles with keeping all of its moving parts fully aligned. This episode, "Art for Art's Sake," is a prime example - delivering high stakes and strong character moments while occasionally moving too quickly through key events.

The episode wastes no time diving straight into the action, primarily focusing on Daredevil's pursuit of Muse, the enigmatic and dangerous artist-criminal. The tension remains high throughout, and while the fight sequences and psychological intensity surrounding Muse are executed well, the episode does feel like it accelerates through some pivotal moments a bit too quickly. Given how much buildup there has been, the resolution to this storyline, while satisfying, could have benefitted from a little more breathing room. That said, "Art for Art's Sake" continues to balance its criminal underworld elements effectively, keeping Wilson Fisk's ever-scheming presence in sharp focus. Fisk is slowly but surely returning to his old ways, mirroring Matt's own acceptance of his past and role as Daredevil. This duality between the two is one of the strongest aspects of the season, and this episode furthers that contrast in a way that feels both organic and thrilling. The way Fisk manipulates the narrative to serve his own agenda reinforces his status as a formidable opponent, setting the stage for future conflicts that promise to be even more intense. What makes this episode shine is how well it leans into the kind of storytelling that made the Netflix-era Daredevil so beloved. The attention to character development, the moral complexities, and the idea of individuals taking justice into their own hands in a world riddled with corruption all feel reminiscent of the show's roots. The series continues to solidify itself as a worthy successor, delivering compelling drama alongside well-crafted action and intrigue.

"Art for Art's Sake" is a strong installment, even if it rushes through certain beats. The fight choreography, character moments, and overall narrative weight more than make up for any pacing issues, ensuring that viewers remain fully engaged. With Fisk's machinations growing more dangerous and Matt's path as Daredevil firmly established, the future of the season looks more promising than ever.

Vanessa more and more unlikable. What were they thinking? It is not even an interesting arc and poorly written.

Hector's niece, this terribly written, obnoxious teen psycho wakes up in the hospital, all girl boss and no trauma. What an absolutely toxic, unbelievable creature.

Where to begin with Muse? Showing up without a bruise after having nearly been beheaded by Daredevil in the previous episode. Absolutely unbelievable that a guy who looks like a great selection for playing the lead in "Diary of a whimpy Kid" could hold a candle to Daredevil or lift the bodies of even his smallest victims. The writers of this mess of an episode cannot.have.any idea of the laws of physics or fighting in any way, shape or form.

Lastly, that Fisk is acting like a petulant child more than a kingpin and a true antagonist in this episode is also disappointing.

Stupid and unearned.