Containment (2016)
1/10
The perfect storm of terrible writing and acting.
18 May 2016
Warning: Spoilers
This show is the entertainment equivalent of an abortion. They started out with the promise of something great, and through the magic of epically awful writing and acting that is difficult to watch, they effectively turned it into one of the worst productions to be found on network television. I would compare this show to the abysmal 'Sharknado' franchise offerings... But sadly their intention was not to fall into the "it's stupid and we know it" category.

Everything about this show is unrealistic -- and that is something that could almost be forgivable with descent acting. But while I'd be willing to go down a science fiction rabbit hole for the sake of the story, I can't swallow a story with truly unbelievable character interactions. The ridiculous interplay between characters while a supposed quarantine is in place is beyond absurd, bordering on moronic. And the combination of abhorrent writing and bad acting with the elderly interracial couple is some next level buffoonery that will make any sane person's eyes roll so frequently they may have a seizure. Add to that the utterly ridiculous notion that a teenage boy would not only want to break into a quarantine zone with a deadly outbreak, but have the wherewithal to somehow find a way in past hundreds of police officers and national guard, and you have, by far, one of the worst shows ever produced. It is no wonder this wretched turd was canceled three episodes in... Its a hard no!

I truly do not understand how this show has ranked so high unless creators have paid for 5 star ratings to try and salvage their tattered reputation... Especially now as they are turning the narrative to a government conspiracy aimed at infecting our own people (I believe)... Because it wasn't unrealistic and far fetched enough!
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