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7/10
Definitely no spoilers
Not6Not2214 July 2023
The pre-credit opening scenes were promising. Then the opening credits start rolling, and I see "Dean Cain" and think, "from Lois and Clark!?!"

Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Another couple scenes go by, and all is well. Then Superman enters. I don't know if I'm going to be able to continue the show. He is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo baaaaaaad! Easily the worst actor in the world. And I'm including kid's plays, community theatre, delusional one person shows based on the memoir of the 23 year old writer/performer. He might be able to play a severely brain damaged drug addict. That's how he delivers every line. Completely random volume and tone changes. Somehow never stressing the correct syllables like he doesn't actually speak English but is just reading a phonetic script that has been prepared for him

Problem is, he's supposed to be some kind of mentor to the main character. And the main character is supposed to be a genius. I have a niece who hasn't hit her first birthday, and she's already surpassed the knowledge of Dean Cain in every facet. Why would anyone hire this guy? Did they think they needed some US "star" to attract attention?

There was a little girl in the opening scenes. Probably 5-7. She'd be more believable in Cain's role. His name is "John," and he's American. They could call her John and let her only speak Arabic, and she'd still be more believable as the American mentor to the main character

Stop watching? Hope his part is tiny? (And FF past his scenes?) Or hate watch this clown?
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7/10
Interestingly different
spnania3 September 2022
So far I like the series although some characters are annoying and not convincing. Sarah for example is ridiculous. And her posture and eating manners at the table having dinner with Karem just shocked me. He behaved like a gentleman she like a country rupe. Less make up but better manners could help give her some grace.

Apart from her all main characters are interesting and appealing.

Why 600 So far I like the series although some characters are annoying and not convincing. Sarah for example is ridiculous. And her posture and eating manners at the table having dinner with Karem just shocked me. He behaved like a gentleman she like a country rupe. Less make up but better manners could help give her some grace.

L.
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8/10
Surprisingly good
aasarwat23 December 2020
The series starts unexpectedly slow for the genre. But very soon you realize that this is a good production. While dealing with technology and hot areas of the Middle East, the lack of bling bling and violence that you see in American movies on the subject and on the region is actually an asset. It reflects the depth of attaching characters and the internal conflicts each one of them lives. Most importantly the character look very real and cultural aspects are very well played and represented. Suspense, an essentiel element of a good series, is always present without being overbearing. Actors represent very well the characters which is enhanced by a good focus on their faces by the camera. Drone shots of the locations are used all over, reducing cost, the production would have benefitted by having more outdoor non drone clips. Details of the plot may sometime be difficult to understand, but this does not spoil the overall plot. An enjoyable production with a good plot and great characters well played by the cast. Looking forward to season 2.
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9/10
Exciting Series With Many Twists and Turns
doofuzzdudes20 September 2020
The Platform is a slick production with believable characters, an exciting plot and no soapy subplots. I think most people will feel a whole lot better about their own fathers if they have issues with them, after watching this series. Considering the unexpected ending, I'm very keen to see if there will be a Series 2 and how it will progress from here on.
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3/10
political bias
bayanhakki6 June 2021
The season one and two are very nice... characters have been several conflicts and struggles and developed according to it but season three is bad and trying to show the superhero of UAE security forces another issue is the series is neglecting all facts about Syrian security forces and presents them as clean good side.
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10/10
The best Arabic series
waelmallak22 December 2020
Amazing story and amazing director All the actors are good especially the main caricatures
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1/10
Waste of time and money
akramabbass4 October 2020
What a waste of time and money!! Huge budget and unusual directing for the region, but everything was literally rubbish! Maybe except the acting and "English" of Maxime. Very weak plot, obvious propaganda, stupid reactions by most of actors. Don't watch it, don't get fooled by those positive biased good reviews!
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10/10
Best TVC ever
ayhamsadek21 September 2020
The best TVC ever, and it's the first time in the region we have something in very perfect done TVC
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1/10
Super direct, super shallow, super BAD!!
der-forever9 December 2020
Worst series ever! The dialog is very childish, the acting is stupid and the only aim of this show is a clear probaganda. Shame on you.
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9/10
No 1 in GCC
ibnhamdanhammad8 July 2021
This is a best arabic series, number 1 in GCC. I have few more episodes to complete it.
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8/10
Pravo Maxim & Samer
abonizar2 April 2021
The Platform, season 2 is More relastic than season1.
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1/10
the most stupid tv show I've ever seen
wafaasaqfelhait22 December 2020
Nothing deserve to waste your time watching this rubbish, believe me !!
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10/10
Wow!
zenaajjan4 November 2020
Such an exciting and interesting series to watch. Many twists and turns and it keeps you on your toes! Hoping there would be season 2 soon!
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1/10
Wasted potential
spideryaman2 April 2021
The 1st season was outstanding. Great production, over the top acting, exciting and straight to point scenario, and a handful of good actors. Then, season 2 happened... 10 minutes in and you can immediately notice the weak scenario; people shouting and dragging the narrative of the episode.

Some unworthy actors got more than enough screen time on the expense of other good actors.

The story probably didn't end with the 8th episode, so expect a 3rd season of this atrocity. If Netflix wants to save this show, rewatch the 1st season and do what you have done back then and get rid of the extra lame actors...
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8/10
Amazing production
sami-jabry28 September 2020
Amazing performance and acting Very well produced Story line is very exciting Acting style is a bit wierd but definitely can't wait for season 2.
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1/10
Journey to Nowhere
SimpleView15 October 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Only positive is to find as an experience and more to follow and mature.

As to this particular series, it is a mess. Long stretch narrative, zero focus, mediocre production quality and acting. Producers could not decide if it is a story of love, social media, friendship, family relationship or regional conflicts. Nothing comes through.

Finally a very confusing end (fashionable lately) and viewers left to imagine how all links can even tie up? Probably next season if that even happens.
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9/10
Brilliant and relevant
info-007721 January 2021
This show is brilliant and highly addictive. Unusually for Arabic series, it doesn't focus on family but on individuals (the main character coming from a highly disfunctional family). The acting is superb and the characters fascinating. The message is powerful. Just watch it.
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10/10
Top tv show
banihammad5 June 2021
It's something new and surprisingly amazing. I recommend everyone to watch it. The story is smooth and yet with a very good twist.
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