Giovanni R.
Sorry (PO), I have to disagree with this glowing review of Carnival Row. While the premise of the show—a dark, gritty fantasy world where mythological creatures are persecuted and treated as second-class citizens—definitely has potential, the execution leaves much to be desired.
First, while Cara Delevingne and Orlando Bloom’s performances are competent, I wouldn’t go so far as to describe their chemistry as electric. Delevingne, although fine in her role as the rebellious fairy, often feels flat and lacks emotional depth in crucial moments, which leaves their romantic connection feeling more forced than authentic. Bloom’s portrayal of the brooding detective, Rycroft Philostrate, doesn’t offer much more than a one-note, grizzled version of the classic ‘tortured soul’ trope. Their dynamic, unfortunately, ends up feeling hollow.
And as for the "rich layers of regret, longing, and deep love"—well, those feel more like surface-level ideas that the show attempts to explore but doesn’t fully commit to. The love story between the two characters feels almost secondary to the world-building and political intrigue, which ends up feeling jumbled and underdeveloped. When it’s all said and done, their relationship doesn’t deliver the emotional payoff that the show seems to aim for.
The twists might be predictable, but that's not necessarily a good thing. It often feels as though the show relies too heavily on cliché tropes and predictable beats, rather than genuinely surprising its audience or offering a fresh take on the fantasy genre. And while the journey to answers may be engaging for some, the pacing can feel sluggish and uneven, dragging down the tension and excitement.
I agree that the show features impressive production values—the makeup, CGI, and costume design are undeniably well-done—but I wouldn’t say they’re "nearly flawless." The world of Carnival Row is beautiful to look at, but some of the visual effects, especially in darker scenes, can be muddled or overly stylized, taking you out of the moment. And yes, there is nudity, violence, and heavy language, but often it feels gratuitous and thrown in simply to give the show an "edgy" feel rather than serving the story or world-building in a meaningful way.
In conclusion, while Carnival Row might offer a fun escape for fans of dark fantasy, it falters in key areas like character development, pacing, and storytelling. If you're looking for a deeply immersive, thought-provoking fantasy show, there are definitely better options out there.
7 giorni
Sorry (PO), I have to disagree with this glowing review of Carnival Row. While the premise of the show—a dark, gritty fantasy world where mythological creatures are persecuted and treated as second-class citizens—definitely has potential, the execution leaves much to be desired. First, while Cara Delevingne and Orlando Bloom’s performances are competent, I wouldn’t go so far as to describe their chemistry as electric. Delevingne, although fine in her role as the rebellious fairy, often feels flat and lacks emotional depth in crucial moments, which leaves their romantic connection feeling more forced than authentic. Bloom’s portrayal of the brooding detective, Rycroft Philostrate, doesn’t offer much more than a one-note, grizzled version of the classic ‘tortured soul’ trope. Their dynamic, unfortunately, ends up feeling hollow. And as for the "rich layers of regret, longing, and deep love"—well, those feel more like surface-level ideas that the show attempts to explore but doesn’t fully commit to. The love story between the two characters feels almost secondary to the world-building and political intrigue, which ends up feeling jumbled and underdeveloped. When it’s all said and done, their relationship doesn’t deliver the emotional payoff that the show seems to aim for. The twists might be predictable, but that's not necessarily a good thing. It often feels as though the show relies too heavily on cliché tropes and predictable beats, rather than genuinely surprising its audience or offering a fresh take on the fantasy genre. And while the journey to answers may be engaging for some, the pacing can feel sluggish and uneven, dragging down the tension and excitement. I agree that the show features impressive production values—the makeup, CGI, and costume design are undeniably well-done—but I wouldn’t say they’re "nearly flawless." The world of Carnival Row is beautiful to look at, but some of the visual effects, especially in darker scenes, can be muddled or overly stylized, taking you out of the moment. And yes, there is nudity, violence, and heavy language, but often it feels gratuitous and thrown in simply to give the show an "edgy" feel rather than serving the story or world-building in a meaningful way. In conclusion, while Carnival Row might offer a fun escape for fans of dark fantasy, it falters in key areas like character development, pacing, and storytelling. If you're looking for a deeply immersive, thought-provoking fantasy show, there are definitely better options out there.
7 giorni