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The Third Day (2020)
Mixed reviews explained...
I have watched the first 4 episodes so far.
I agree with every single review here. So why are they so polarized?
Yes the cinematography is stunning. Yes the scenery is breathtaking. Yes the acting is wonderful and yes the plot is edge of your seat twisty...
But it is also over the top, makes me want to gag, long drawn out scenes that verge on, "where is the fast forward button" and outright confusion at times.
I think it has potential and may just need time to find its sweet spot. As a mini series it may not ever find it.
The bottom line is that it clearly is not for everyone. If you like artsy, mysterious, movies, you will probably love this. And if you prefer a more direct, fast paced, drama you probably won't.
Hope this helps.
Emerald City (2016)
Fantastic!
I have become quite the series critic these days but that is only because television has gotten so good that the bar has been seriously raised.
This show meets or exceeds that bar in its creativity and direction. The show is a darker take on the old story we all grew up with, but I love they way they have put a new spin on just about everything to give that old story new life. Beautifully done with scenery and costuming that gives an old world feel of wizardry and magic. The actors are doing a wonderful job too by drawing you in and keeping you engaged in their stories.
Love it!