Warning…Spoilers Ahead...Warning!
Just watched the second episode, and have committed myself to watching the full season (which unfortunately is only 8 episodes in length).
So far, I like it…I REALLY like it.
It has much in common with Dark Shadows in that it is founded upon a mish-mash of well-known historical novels & folklore of the genre. Like DS, liberties are taken and the original characters are little more than a spring board for fresh interpretation and direction. Unlike Dark Shadows, this show has a budget, a really BIG budget.
I feel I must also add that this is on Showtime, therefore this show is adult-oriented and should not be watched with young ones around.
That said, this show looks promising:
I did not care for Eva Green’s portrayal of Angelique in Burton's movie, in fact I resented her role in the film almost as much as I did Depp’s. That said…she absolutely kills in her new role as the reserved Miss Vanessa Ives (with a mysterious wickedness residing within).
Timothy Dalton is also at the top of his game here as Sir Malcolm Murray (IMO, of course). Clearly this character has a dark past…just exactly how dark is it? Staying tuned.
Hartnett’s Chandler seems to suffer from some sort of curse. Werewolf? Personality split? Victim of circumstance? Can’t wait to find out.
Dorian Gray…is just downright disturbing...(Spider-Man, No More!)
Dr. Victor Frankenstein (Harry Treadaway) is the most interesting character so far. At least I think so. He seems to be the most layered individual, with many surprises. (In the first episode, when he meets with Murray at the Club I couldn't help but think, "Damn, he'd make a great Barnabas Collins". He has the look, the vocabulary, and the depth of character.) When he returns home, I thought his reaction was odd when he noticed the slab was vacant. I also thought it strange the overall nature of his relationship with "Proteus". That is, until the end of episode two, when all of the cards fell into place. If at first you don’t succeed…
Anyone else watching? If so, what are your thoughts on what we've seen so far? What are your predictions?
Just watched the second episode, and have committed myself to watching the full season (which unfortunately is only 8 episodes in length).
So far, I like it…I REALLY like it.
It has much in common with Dark Shadows in that it is founded upon a mish-mash of well-known historical novels & folklore of the genre. Like DS, liberties are taken and the original characters are little more than a spring board for fresh interpretation and direction. Unlike Dark Shadows, this show has a budget, a really BIG budget.
I feel I must also add that this is on Showtime, therefore this show is adult-oriented and should not be watched with young ones around.
That said, this show looks promising:
- Supernatural elements…check.
- Rich characters…check.
- Compelling storylines…check.
- Intrigue & mystery…check.
- Eloborate sets…check.
- Period costumes…check.
- Atmosphere…check. (Thunderstorms…check).
- Seances…check.
- Demon possession...check.
- Cliffhangers...check.
I did not care for Eva Green’s portrayal of Angelique in Burton's movie, in fact I resented her role in the film almost as much as I did Depp’s. That said…she absolutely kills in her new role as the reserved Miss Vanessa Ives (with a mysterious wickedness residing within).
Timothy Dalton is also at the top of his game here as Sir Malcolm Murray (IMO, of course). Clearly this character has a dark past…just exactly how dark is it? Staying tuned.
Hartnett’s Chandler seems to suffer from some sort of curse. Werewolf? Personality split? Victim of circumstance? Can’t wait to find out.
Dorian Gray…is just downright disturbing...(Spider-Man, No More!)
Dr. Victor Frankenstein (Harry Treadaway) is the most interesting character so far. At least I think so. He seems to be the most layered individual, with many surprises. (In the first episode, when he meets with Murray at the Club I couldn't help but think, "Damn, he'd make a great Barnabas Collins". He has the look, the vocabulary, and the depth of character.) When he returns home, I thought his reaction was odd when he noticed the slab was vacant. I also thought it strange the overall nature of his relationship with "Proteus". That is, until the end of episode two, when all of the cards fell into place. If at first you don’t succeed…
Anyone else watching? If so, what are your thoughts on what we've seen so far? What are your predictions?
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