This is one of those shows that hooks you from the start and you just can't let go until you reach the end, craving more. Cara Delevine holds her own and is the blatant hammer to Orlando Bloom's quietly simmering tortured soul. Their chemistry is electric which makes their connection believable and rich in layers of regret, pining, and deep love.
A lot of the twists were obvious, but I didn't care because the journey to the answers was just so damn cool. There is some heavy language, nudity, and violence, but it is not gratuitous and just adds the fudge topping to this unique take on a "what if" dimension.
The make up work and CGI are almost flawless. The horns on the pucks looked so real and great care was taken to avoid the prosthetic "wobbling" that sometimes happens with such large head attachments, which a sci-fi nerd like me really appreciated.
Give this one a go if you are into fantasy and murder mystery. It is a delicious marriage of the two.
Review of Carnival Row
Carnival Row
(2019–2023)
Romantic-Horror-Murder-Mystery-Fantasy-Steampunk Extravaganza!
2 September 2019