I like the way this is going. I know I should really hate them but I do feel drawn to several of the characters here. I like the cinematography and the score as well. Only slight worry is the Craig/Greg story arc. They need to pull something extraordinary out of the hat with that one. 8/10.
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Family Ties Unravel as Succession Continues to Shine
ziancara12 April 2023
Succession Season 1, Episode 3 "Lifeboats" is a strong entry in the series that focuses on the family dynamics and power struggles that define the Roy family. The episode starts with a crisis at the company, forcing Kendall (Jeremy Strong) to take charge and make tough decisions that put him at odds with his father Logan (Brian Cox). Meanwhile, Roman (Kieran Culkin) tries to make a deal with Lawrence Yee (Rob Yang), and Shiv (Sarah Snook) wrestles with her loyalty to the family.
The writing and acting continue to be the show's strengths. The dialogue is sharp and biting, with each character delivering their lines with precision and nuance. The performances are top-notch, particularly Jeremy Strong as Kendall, who showcases his range as an actor in this episode.
However, the episode suffers from some pacing issues. Some scenes feel slow and drawn out, particularly those involving Roman's negotiations with Lawrence Yee. While the tension is palpable, it takes too long for the scene to reach its conclusion.
Overall, Succession Season 1, Episode 3 "Lifeboats" is a strong addition to the series that further delves into the family dynamics and power struggles that make the show so compelling. Despite some pacing issues, the writing and acting continue to shine, and the episode sets up some intriguing plotlines for the rest of the season.
The writing and acting continue to be the show's strengths. The dialogue is sharp and biting, with each character delivering their lines with precision and nuance. The performances are top-notch, particularly Jeremy Strong as Kendall, who showcases his range as an actor in this episode.
However, the episode suffers from some pacing issues. Some scenes feel slow and drawn out, particularly those involving Roman's negotiations with Lawrence Yee. While the tension is palpable, it takes too long for the scene to reach its conclusion.
Overall, Succession Season 1, Episode 3 "Lifeboats" is a strong addition to the series that further delves into the family dynamics and power struggles that make the show so compelling. Despite some pacing issues, the writing and acting continue to shine, and the episode sets up some intriguing plotlines for the rest of the season.
[7.4] An idiot may remain an idiot
cjonesas9 April 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Episode 3: Continuing more or less the same with the lives of one CEO and one COO, basically jumping up and down without their father consent, approval, of course, while they still have time, of course too and one of the last scenes that he is a f...g idiot, summarizes 'his' things up in a nutshell.
What did he do wrong?! Devastated by those harsh words, loving his father "unconditionally" and so down that he basically looks for a rope to ...
More than good episode and getting momentum.
What did he do wrong?! Devastated by those harsh words, loving his father "unconditionally" and so down that he basically looks for a rope to ...
More than good episode and getting momentum.
Not as good as the first two episodes but very good
JonyVeana8 January 2022
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This show reaches the third episode and its looking very solid the tension, the humor, the dialogue is very high budget tv, this is the future of television's and im here for it, amazing sex scene we have too, so yes guys great third episode 9/10 i love this show.
An improvement
Jeremy_Urquhart16 May 2024
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The third episode of Succession is an improvement over the second. Like the first (also good) episode of the show, it's still a decent way away from great, but you can feel the drama kicking up a notch. Seeing Kendall and Roman in the workplace for most of the episode is a lot of fun, and this episode is kind of notorious for having two very gross/upsetting scenes in it. I think they're necessary, but they were awkward the first time I watched the show, and somehow worse the second time, even though I knew they were coming.
Logan's "return" at the episode's end is also great. You can feel things tighten when he has that scene near the end, even though he can't talk much and has to choose his words carefully. It's that growing conflict throughout the first season that eventually makes Succession become truly great; the second half of season 1 is awesome, and I'm extra excited to revisit those episodes.
Logan's "return" at the episode's end is also great. You can feel things tighten when he has that scene near the end, even though he can't talk much and has to choose his words carefully. It's that growing conflict throughout the first season that eventually makes Succession become truly great; the second half of season 1 is awesome, and I'm extra excited to revisit those episodes.
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