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Shôgun: A Dream of a Dream (2024)
It's was never about the action. It's about the epicness.
Beautiful finale. Every scene felt special. It's a truly unique experience when some calm dialogs can tell more story than action or some epic battle in LOTR style. "Dream of a dream" could be a perfect meaning for every single character arc in this show, symbolic and simply satisfying. Cosmo Jarvis really deserves more roles in this industry, his acting is phenomenal. That show was special. It's a very strong commentary about the fate, the power of a human spirit. About a genius Toronaga, his mind is just so clever and smart, it's actually quite scary at some times.
Bravo! Of the best series of our generation! Instant classic. Planing to buy a blu-ray in near future.
Fear the Walking Dead: Iron Tiger (2023)
Feels like something from the past
It happening - the show becomes watchable towards the very end. Evil irony. Ian Goldberg and Andrew Chambliss remember too late that this story has always belonged to the Clark family and the old group like Victor and Daniel. The eighth episode frequently references the third season of the Erikson era, and does so ... quite well? There's a smooth and meaningful narrative here, with scenes with Troy showing that the character is still acting the way he used to. The mention of Jeremiah was as unexpected as possible. The cameraman is worth a special mention, the shots are smooth and help to convey the emotions of the characters. It was as if the series returned to the former spark, a sense of understanding where the plot is moving. Don't give me hope. Iron Tiger was really decant, a lot of excitement and something familiar, the sense of original atmosphere. To sad that we have a chance to witness this only in the end of the line.
Fear the Walking Dead: Anton (2023)
Now that's want we needed
Wait, that was a decent episode? With good directing and an interesting narrative? Wake me up to see if I'm dreaming. More of the finale's sentiment fits in one episode than the entire first half of the season. The idea of rebuilding the Strand, Madison acting like a classic character again, Troy stealing every second and really show menace. He is just a beast, Daniel absolutely killed it.
It was very good for the current level of FTWD, like a direct continuation of season three. Specialy in terms of a good camera work. Hopefully there won't be any big mistakes in the remaining time, because right now it feels like the series could still end on a strong note. Best episode since season six.
Secret Invasion: Beloved (2023)
Quite surprising
What's unique about this show is its ability to linger on personal, emotional moments and reveal Fury as a man who fights his whole life, not knowing where fate will take him. Because of this script, the show occasionally has valuable and well-played moments that show Nick in a way we haven't seen before - a vulnerable man who hides fear behind his determination. The moments with his wife are beautiful, his interactions with other characters like Talos and Rowdy are portrayed with a humanity that doesn't smack of pathos. The final action scene has its silliness, especially since Fury is a wanted criminal, but none of the soldiers even think to apprehend him. But otherwise it's a very dynamic battle, and I'm mad happy with the use of practical effects, and the graphics that are there look convincing. However, 30 min? Are you out of your mind? I hope the final episodes have a timeline of at least 50 minutes.
Fear the Walking Dead: All I See Is Red (2023)
THAT ENDING IS SOMETHING ELSE
First of all, it is worth noting that contrary to the scripted mess, this series turned out to be very emotional in terms of nostalgia. Morgan's arc got a beautiful finale, and perfectly summed up the enormous journey of one of the most complex characters in television history. Eastman ... eh, so many memories. However, we're in no hurry to say goodbye to Lenny James, because THE LAST MINUTES OF THE SERIES IS SOMETHING ELSE.
The teaser for Rick, the teaser for Alexandria. Please, no, I'm begging you AMC - we need Morgan in the Grimes series!
As for the main plot, Shrike got an interesting ending - the woman who took children away from their parents under the pretext that their connection meant nothing, couldn't close the love for her long-dead father. And it's not a bad reference to the fact that the son wanted his father's binoculars back, for it's not just a thing, but strategically important information. Daniel was referring to his young years when he was forced to kill for the first time, Dwight and Sherry finally realizing that together they are chaos (I don't know why, but I immediately thought of Kim and Jimmy from Better Call Saul)
Finally, who's that at the end? The military stuff, the same hammer Maddison used to kill Troy ... but the hands are female. Maybe Troy's daughter is going for revenge? But where did she get Alisha's hand? So many questions, the writers have finally woken up and remembered what a strong cliffhanger is. The second half of the season will be special as Strand, Maddison, Troy and all the classic FTWD characters go into one last fight! Can't wait to see the final six episodes! Like I said before: it's not about the story anymore. It's about our favorite characters.
Fear the Walking Dead: More Time Than You Know (2023)
Don't quite
FTWD for me is no longer about the story, but about the actors. They justify the fees, their ability to turn weak material into emotional moments deserves respect.
This series will never go back to basics, even when the finish line is near, but I can't let it go, because the characters are sympathetic even in spite of the silly story. There are beautiful moments here, and there are good decisions when Dwight says they weren't found, but pinned (since he trained soldiers, so he's thinking like a military man). Just see the final season for what it is. I'm tired of the heit.
This show is not that bad, so am ready for a mid-finale.
Fear the Walking Dead: King County (2023)
About freaking time
Fear the Walking Dead is your distant relative who wanders into the room at the family table every year, and contrary to his endless ramblings, you still listen to him and even manage to get a peculiar form of pleasure from his ludicrous tales.
The series is frightening in its fragmentation because the local history at times goes into such scripted wilderness that one cannot help but wonder if you might become an AMC employee yourself since they so readily approve of all these dumbass plots.
The show's creative duo is, at times, able to put their heads together and write great material while also getting a savvy person to direct who will not stand still and organize the most diverse and dynamic shooting.
The fourth episode of the eighth season is that very anomaly because, ideologically, this episode was one of the most powerful works of the franchise. Some will invoke the principle of nostalgia, some will say that those forty minutes were excellent due to the brilliant acting of Lennie James. But the truth here is surprisingly one thing: when you take a complex character and put him in a personal space so that he can sort himself out, you form a smooth and valuable plot without all the fillers and other trademark blather of the genre. Morgan confronts long-standing, deep-seated demons deep inside his conscience, first mentally and then physically. The character's inner conflict evokes a contradictory perception, for his path is indeed difficult: Jones has repeatedly made many mistakes that cost the lives of others but also managed to breathe in his acquaintances and friends' faith, hope for a better world, or rather the chance to become those who carry the right to a second chance for every neighbor, rather than choosing the principle of response to violence to violence.
This character's heavy compass has guided him in many different directions until a pattern leads him to where it all began--his hometown. Morgan is aware that he has to lead a people ready to fight another totalitarian group. But first, he needs to make sure he doesn't numb himself and doesn't let his allies down, and so he must kill the zombie-turned-son that Morgan ran away from while frightened and angry at himself.
According to the show's writers, they got their hands on exclusive art of the original Walking Dead and reconstructed that very house almost in detail. Boarded-up windows, barely-burning candles, a spacious living room: you're mentally transported to that very pilot episode and remember the confusion of Rick Grimes, who, even as a frightened man, was able to give Morgan some good advice for the future. Because of such recollections, the episode properly hits the emotions. It's just works in every possible way. It's exciting and well written. Bravo! About freaking time!
Fear the Walking Dead: The Beacon (2021)
This is way better than original TWD ...
After all, that spin-off is dramatically superior to the original series in the scenario plan. You can complain about the plot with radiation, immortal horses and a car in which you can remove the mask, but this is all one big convention necessary for the formation of a suitable post-apocalyptic atmosphere. To demonstrate the consequences of the landed warheads through a completely new character is the most reasonable decision. My boy Strand, meanwhile, is purely the best character that reflects our true essence. Every time we strive to be heroes, but in fact pursues exclusively personal goals, knowing that sometimes it even leads to repulsion of close people. A powerful start to the season 7!