I keep seeing people talk about Netflix's Dark and Supernatural or Stranger Things. Personally, the first thing I thought about upon seeing the first two episodes was the Dark Tower series from Stephen King. I also got Supernatural vibes with the two brothers following a book from their dad... and definitely see the Stranger Things connections as well.
As for my opinion and rating. First off, I'm only two episodes in and honestly don't like the main character, Mark. Something about him just runbs me the wrong way. Probably his "no sell" attitude. That sort of thing always irritates me. That and he regularly has a "duh" look on his face. Like I said, just rubs me the wrong way.
As for the other characters, I like the older brother so far, and the main girl is alright. Memo seems like he could be a good character.
The script (English translation at least) is a bit sub par. It's one of those "why would he say that" or "why is he not saying anything right now?" Type of things. I watched on Amazon with the subtitles on and it was interesting seeing the difference between what was said and what was translated. Dialogue was pretty Meh, regardless.
On the plus side, the set design, monsters, atmosphere and cinematography are all excellent. I love cheesy 80's fantasy movies, and this blows a lot of that stuff out of the water.
I just wish it was translated or written by the people who made The Librarians series. The dialogue in that show was my absolute favorite as far as scripted shows go.
Overall, I will definitely check out the rest of the series and hope it does indeed get a second season. I'd love for more high fantasy series to be made.
As for my opinion and rating. First off, I'm only two episodes in and honestly don't like the main character, Mark. Something about him just runbs me the wrong way. Probably his "no sell" attitude. That sort of thing always irritates me. That and he regularly has a "duh" look on his face. Like I said, just rubs me the wrong way.
As for the other characters, I like the older brother so far, and the main girl is alright. Memo seems like he could be a good character.
The script (English translation at least) is a bit sub par. It's one of those "why would he say that" or "why is he not saying anything right now?" Type of things. I watched on Amazon with the subtitles on and it was interesting seeing the difference between what was said and what was translated. Dialogue was pretty Meh, regardless.
On the plus side, the set design, monsters, atmosphere and cinematography are all excellent. I love cheesy 80's fantasy movies, and this blows a lot of that stuff out of the water.
I just wish it was translated or written by the people who made The Librarians series. The dialogue in that show was my absolute favorite as far as scripted shows go.
Overall, I will definitely check out the rest of the series and hope it does indeed get a second season. I'd love for more high fantasy series to be made.