Good News About Hell

When I first came to check reviews, back when the show first dropped, it was mostly people that said nothing happens, 60 minutes of nothing, boring, etc. So I waited and didn't expect much. But finally I decided to give it a go, and I heartily disagree with those reviews.

There is an underlying...something. There are nuances. I suppose someone who needs everything spelled out might miss out, but if you enjoy creepy and weird, and you can be patient... this is worth a watch. It has elements that remind me of films like Joe vs the Volcano, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, and Being John Malkovich.

It's not nearly as brilliant as Dispatches from Elsewhere, but I am looking forward to learning more.

By the way, anyone who says it's just people walking back and forth in white hallways...or that "literally nothing happened"...didn't watch the whole episode.

To be fair, I'm only one episode in. But I'll definitely be back for the next.

1st episode down.

Avoided spoilers. Love watching a new show where I have no idea where it's going.

By end of episone one I have zero clue and eagerly moving onto next episode.

Can't wait to see where this is going, hope it doesn't disappoint.

All you need for an opening episode is a good enough hook that makes you want to know more about what is going on or what will happen next. Good News About Hell artistically presents some eery weirdness that possibly even has familiarity for people who work for faceless corporate entities. It makes me want to watch the next episode so I would say job done to the writers and filmmakers.

Visually it showcases strong cinematography and excellent art direction. I love the use of colour and symmetry. Lumon feels like a dystopian nightmare that George Orwell or Phillip K. Dick would appreciate thanks to the set design.

The plot of the first episode introduces the characters and premise will as little clunky exposition as possible. Certain little twists work very well and draws you into the more mysterious aspects. All actors do a solid job with the material.

I didn't expect it to start the way it did, the first minute it I felt the show was going to be a different level show nothing like a ted lasso. The direction is simple but the writing is extraordinary for a first episode. The music the camera all feel natural to what's going on. Ben stiller ! This is going to be a great show.

Adam Scott is fantastic! I only previously knew him from his role in Parks and Recreation. I love that more comedy actors are stepping into the drama genre (Bill Hader, Adam Sandler) He has a great dynamic with his sister and is captivating to watch.

Beautifully shot and cleverly written, this is a very solid opener to a show I can't wait to watch more off!!