scotrep
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Finally. An adaptation that doesn't just rely on pretty graphics!
I read the books years ago and only barely remember the story. But this is complex and you need to keep up at some points! Which is a good thing.
Some of the world building is excellent and I thought it was beautifully presented. Some acting was a bit wooden, but most are very entertaining with a few exceptional performances.
It was dark, scary and sometimes funny.
If you are a regular sci-fi reader I think you'll enjoy this series.
Asimov is not light reading and you need to be able to accept the premise and suspend disbelief.
I read the books years ago and only barely remember the story. But this is complex and you need to keep up at some points! Which is a good thing.
Some of the world building is excellent and I thought it was beautifully presented. Some acting was a bit wooden, but most are very entertaining with a few exceptional performances.
It was dark, scary and sometimes funny.
If you are a regular sci-fi reader I think you'll enjoy this series.
Asimov is not light reading and you need to be able to accept the premise and suspend disbelief.
Was it cheap? Yes.
Was it lacking atmosphere? Yes.
Would it have worked without cute leads? No.
Was it bad storytelling? No!
Ok. This was a hard watch because it was so stilted. BUT! The story and context are 100% realistic (give or take). The bedroom scene 'after' the night before was spot on! And it felt natural and genuine. I've been in those situations before and I thought it was well portrayed.
I liked the story and the main actors. The general acting and flow was terrible. But it spoke to me 🤷‍♂️
As a gay man...both actors were hot. Yes, it does help. So call me shallow 🤷‍♂️ The main character was lovely and his acting wasn't too bad. I felt myself quite liking him! I liked it.
Was it lacking atmosphere? Yes.
Would it have worked without cute leads? No.
Was it bad storytelling? No!
Ok. This was a hard watch because it was so stilted. BUT! The story and context are 100% realistic (give or take). The bedroom scene 'after' the night before was spot on! And it felt natural and genuine. I've been in those situations before and I thought it was well portrayed.
I liked the story and the main actors. The general acting and flow was terrible. But it spoke to me 🤷‍♂️
As a gay man...both actors were hot. Yes, it does help. So call me shallow 🤷‍♂️ The main character was lovely and his acting wasn't too bad. I felt myself quite liking him! I liked it.
Don't know where to start!?
Thought this started as a comedy. Then it became drama. Then it went REALLY dark. Then ended up with comedy and some deep stuff!
I've never seen anything like this. I also want more, but really hope there isn't a Season 2 because I don't know where it could go. It was a delicious rollercoaster ride from start to finish.
Every actor is so good in this and the characters are fully realised in Episode 1. Ali Wong has some serious acting chops! I've only ever watched her comedy specials (and that attitude breaks out occasionally). Cannot recommend this highly enough.
Thought this started as a comedy. Then it became drama. Then it went REALLY dark. Then ended up with comedy and some deep stuff!
I've never seen anything like this. I also want more, but really hope there isn't a Season 2 because I don't know where it could go. It was a delicious rollercoaster ride from start to finish.
Every actor is so good in this and the characters are fully realised in Episode 1. Ali Wong has some serious acting chops! I've only ever watched her comedy specials (and that attitude breaks out occasionally). Cannot recommend this highly enough.