Review of Reaper

Reaper (2007–2009)
5/10
Pontential dampened by formulaic structure like Chuck
6 January 2008
I was really looking forward to this series, it looked fun. Unfortunately the writer seems to have little imagination and the episodes are churned out within a predictable framework for quick and easy dollars: "Guy wakes up, something is weird that gives a clue about the escaped soul, with his 3 buddies he captures it" Fair enough he is a reaper and this is his job, however this does not mean the plot cannot deviate from the same monotonous scenes and setups - such as the development of his powers or his relationship with Andi.

The relationship with Andi also lacks realism and seems frustratingly infantile (like in Chuck). There are other frustrating moments too, like when he is in danger from a 'escaped soul' and seems to forget the fact that he possesses any powers at all. Why bother with the whole reaper thing when really its just 3 normal guys capturing these souls?? After every episode you get the sinking feeling that nothing has progressed and the next episode will be just like the last but with a different escaped soul.

Overall the series is quite fun but I cannot get over these bad points.
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