Silo

I'm nearly done season two, and while the acting and the dialogue leave a lot to be desired, I'm still watching because it's so goddamn interesting.

Silo is set in a dystopian future where civilization lives underground in a cement "silo" and the earth above is unsafe to roam (or is it)? The set and production is excellent, I believe in this world right away and understand it. Those who played Fall Out religiously will appreciate the underground living vibes! The first couple episodes of season one really draw you in with the mystery. However, in about episode five or so my husband and I kept side-eyeing each other and then finally both had to admit that although we were enjoying the show we secretly both wanted to make fun of it so bad. The acting leaves a lot to be desired, and maybe part of that is the rigid dialogue that doesn't feel natural. Characters are constantly over-explaining things (like the pact, or how something works in the silo) and while this is to be expected in the world-building plane of science fiction, we have seen it done better in soooo many series. Tim Robbins, who is an excellent actor and does shine here, also falls a bit flat at times just simply based on what he's given to work with. There are a few other actors who are GREAT in *other* shows...so why are they not as great here? So much potential!

And the accents? Don't even get me started. There are several actors who are not American who are being forced to use an American accent with varying results; some are downright bad. Why not allow these characters to be in a future word where they just speak how they speak? Because it is actually off-putting to hear them force an accent they're not good at.

That all being said: interesting concept, great plot twists, engaging story. I am still watching it because I need to know what happens, despite the acting faux pas here and there and the dialogue that lacks a natural feel. If you stick with it, I think you'll be entertained and glad you did!

There are plenty of post apocalyptic series to choose from but Silo is among the better ones to come out in some time. I never read the books (or even heard of them) but I've still been looking forward to this ever since I first heard about it and then my expectations grew even more after watching the trailers. Well, I can tell you that without a doubt this show has not only met those expectations but surpassed them in every way. This is probably best binged watched because of all the great cliffhangers it's hard to wait a week to see what happens next. This has so many great twists and turns it will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout each episode. I'm glad this got renewed so quickly because this is a show that can stay exciting for at least a few more seasons. I also hate getting invested in a show for said show to get canceled without a proper ending. This will have that.

I have just started watching this show. Something has stood out from the beginning. The sound of the actors' voices is very clear. My compliments to the sound people, this is a small miracle.

I very frequently struggle to hear what actors are saying in shows and films. Perhaps it's something to do with the acoustics of a silo? But I think not, I believe it is down to some very good work by the movie sound people who record and edit the voices of the actors. It is rare to hear the voices of actors with such delightful clarity.

It is almost like hearing the voices of actors in the theatre, it is so good.

I am several episodes in now and I am enjoying the acting and the story. There are good characters well portrayed and something is gradually being unravelled with regard to the history and operational details of the silo. I am not sure where it is all leading yet, but it is certainly keeping me engaged.

I have now completed series one. I really enjoyed it. There is a significant element of the ending that is identical to a reveal that happens in a film. To avoid spoilers I won't say the name of the film, but I'm sure that others know the one that I mean if they have seen it. This did not detract from my enjoyment of Silo and I'm not sure who came up with the idea first in any event as I don't know when the book that Silo was based on was written.

The show is good but I haven't read the books. However the cliffhangers are really overkill with season 2 especially you wait the whole season for something to happen. Then it does, and the season ends.

I reminds me of Fallout and is kinda on the same feel except for the early 1900's design as this is more bleak and dark, and there's no funny quips. The concept seems to be the same so far. It's not a bad show just won't be watching it again until I know there's some sort of ending because the current way they're pacing it is overkill and really defeats the show. I ended up fast forwarding it a lot to get through repetitive dialog.

As a great fan of the genre, I can only keep applauding with a second season that continues to shine in every aspect.

The main protagonist, Rebecca Ferguson, has less screen time, something that could take away a lot since she was, without a doubt, the best part of the show. Well, she's still the best, but everything else adds so much that it balances the whole.

The cast, in general, is up to the task, both those returning from the first season and the new additions, among whom actor Steve Zahn (Solo) stands out.

Without a doubt, what I highlight most about the series is how it achieves an excellent pace, suitable for all audiences-something very rare in science fiction.

One of the best sci-fi series of the last five years, where the story shines on its own.