I see it’s based on the book by Hugh Howey, who also did the Silo series which I really enjoyed the TV adaptation of. I’m wondering if it’s any good as I don’t have a lot of time for starting too many TV shows at the moment.
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Just watched episodes 1-6 yesterday.
Each episode is compelling, it’s good.
Their method of storytelling is nonlinear, and some of the episodes don’t seem connected to the other episodes. There’s also a bit of unreliable narrator going on. So some of the episodes were a little frustrating to watch because they’re being so circuitous with the story
I got whiplash with some of the character development and dialog, moving so fast, i.e. lacking character motivation and sudden emotional commitment.
I’m on episode 6, and I’m not sure if all of the episodes are based in the same timeline, because to weave them together would be quite difficult.
Anyway, worth watching.
Thanks. I just realised there’s only 8 episodes in the first season, so not a big commitment.
Does it feel like there’s too many unresolved questions to be covered in the next two episodes?
I’m sure they will do it. Just had some thoughts of their style of story telling. It’s fine second screen material.
They have a huge, massive plot point, about AI murdering people… And they just kind of gloss over it no big deal. Even though it’s the first time they’re aware of this happening. HUGE fucking deal…
Kind of like when Star Trek solved death and aging, and they never used it again
It’s pretty good. Not incredibly compelling IMO, but enjoyable enough. I haven’t read the books so I can speak to how it compares to those.
Good (very small) cast, with Lena Headey and the other main actor do a good job. Dialogue fluctuates between okay and weak. It feels more of a psychological thriller than outright sci-fi (despite the setting), but that’s fine.
The most recent episode (which provides some historical context to the story) was very contributed plot-wise and had very weak, throwaway characters. It was definitely the worst episode yet.
I’m more watching it as filler between what else I’m watching,… I don’t really see a red line yet but it’s ok and interesting enough to play… 🤷♂️
Just my opinion though. But it still has potential…
I quit watching after episode 5 (I think). It’s visually arresting and Lena Heady is always great, but I found the story and characters a bit flat. Overall just… not worth my time.
I enjoyed the books for sure.
I read the book just last week, had no idea it was a show now. The book was alright, it kept me entertained enough. I did think it would make for a good movie or show, but I don’t know how close to the source the show is. I’ll say that Wool and the sequels were better. The show silo was better than the books I thought, but could just be me.
Interesting that you found the Silo show better. I haven’t read the books yet but I’m going to eventually, because I want to know what’s going.
I’m working my way through it right now. I loved the books so I’m excited to see where this goes.
It feels like a SyFy original, like filler. That’s not a bad thing by itself but it’s not particularly good either. I think it’s going to be something fun to pass the time and that’s about it.
I had no idea they made this into a series. I loved the stories so I’ll definitely check this out.
