Moon Knight

The "Moon Knight" series ascends to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with my enthusiastic 7/10 rating, and I absolutely loved it. Oscar Isaac's portrayal of the enigmatic Marc Spector is a magnetic tour de force, capturing the complexity of a fractured mind and a hero in the making. The film editing weaves a web of mystique and suspense, creating an immersive experience that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. Its strength lies in its exploration of identity, mental health, and the collision of ancient mythology with the modern world. The music adds an eerie, otherworldly ambiance, and the cinematography paints a hauntingly beautiful canvas of the moonlit streets of Cairo. "Moon Knight" is a spellbinding journey into the darkness within us all, a reminder that heroes can emerge from the most enigmatic of places, and my love for it shines as brightly as the moon itself.

Moon Knight is like nothing Marvel's done before-and I'm all in for the ride! The series throws out the traditional superhero playbook and gives us something gritty, weird, and seriously fun. If you thought WandaVision was trippy, get ready, because Moon Knight cranks up the surrealism even more. With a mashup of Egyptian mythology, action, and psychological horror, this show keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Oscar Isaac? Absolutely killing it. Watching him flip between the nervous, quirky Steven Grant and the hard-edged Marc Spector is a masterclass. One moment he's fumbling through life with that British accent (which, yeah, feels a bit bonkers but endearing), and the next, he's this tough mercenary wielding ancient powers. Isaac's performance is the glue that holds everything together, especially when the pacing gets rocky. And let's not forget that Isaac is technically juggling three characters. Yes, the third alter, Jake Lockley, makes a chilling appearance-teasing a darker layer to this already complex character.

The plot itself is simple on the surface-Steven and Marc's tangled lives collide as they investigate Egyptian gods and a looming apocalyptic threat-but that's where the simplicity ends. Moon Knight thrives on chaos. Its unpolished, unpredictable narrative makes every episode feel like an adventure through Steven and Marc's fractured minds. There are some wild tonal shifts, and sure, not all of them land perfectly, but that's part of the charm. It's gritty, it's suspenseful, and there's a raw energy here that you don't see in every Marvel series.

Ethan Hawke as Arthur Harrow is a whole vibe. He brings this sinister, almost cult-leader energy that keeps you guessing. And May Calamawy? She holds her own as Layla, stepping into the spotlight as the Scarlet Scarab by the end of the season. Her action scenes and the dynamic between her and Marc/Steven elevate the show even further.

The pacing? Yeah, it can be a slow burn, especially early on. The show takes its time setting up Steven's confusion before really diving into the action, and that might turn some people off. But trust me-stick with it. Once you're through those first few episodes, Moon Knight finds its groove. And while the show doesn't fully escape the Orientalist undertones of the original comics, the direction from Mohamed Diab keeps the focus on character and chaos, giving us a visually stunning experience.

Speaking of visuals, the Moon Knight suit is incredible, and the action sequences-especially those where Marc or Steven summons the suit-are sleek and satisfying. However, the creatures and gods sometimes feel underused, lurking more in the shadows than in full focus. But that eerie, horror-inspired edge works in the show's favor, keeping things unpredictable.

At its core, Moon Knight is a character study wrapped in mythological madness. It's not trying to tie itself too tightly to the MCU, and that's what makes it so refreshing. There's a freedom here that lets the show explore mental health, trauma, and ancient power in ways Marvel hasn't touched on before. Plus, the internal tug-of-war between Marc and Steven adds depth that keeps you emotionally invested.

Ultimately, Moon Knight isn't perfect, but it doesn't need to be. It's a chaotic, daring, and entertaining leap into new territory for the MCU. With Isaac's powerhouse performance, strong supporting cast, and a story that's just wild enough to work, this is one Marvel series you don't want to miss.

And I kinda love it. It's genuinely bonkers and the last episode put my jaw on the floor. Oscar Isaac is brilliant as the lead, and the action is solid. Give it a chance!

There is an article that says this is a bold experiment when Marvel changes its style and it is successful. I want to clarify this point of view from my perspective.

Marvel has tried a lot of things since the Infinity Stone era, but they still want to keep the light and funny. A lot of the bad stuff from Wandavision to Hawkeye has been just entertaining and not very emotional. No Way Home is the exception because of its fanservice connections to previous Sony movies. Even Moon Knight, the show's merits don't overshadow the lack of harmony between the story itself and the style of the MCU. But perhaps Marvel got lucky with Moon Knight. The Egyptian mythology, especially the culture, I want to emphasize this point, the culture is told in great detail and makes the story more convincing, combined with the music, another highlight of the show, creating beautiful scenes. Oscar Isaac's acting is really great as this character is also a fertile ground for him to express. Although the editing and the lack of harmony of Marvel somewhat hindered the inherent appeal, I still want to give praise to Mohamed Diab, he brought a very original breath to a story about his own country. Of course, in the end, it's hard to say that this is a great show. There were many scenes that made me wish they had focused on this show as a standalone show and taken it more retro and serious. Another downside is that the show's color palette is not consistent. Take the classic The Mummy for example. That movie had a consistent color palette. This show doesn't have its own color palette. In many scenes, I think Oscar Isaac created depth for the character himself. And this partly makes the viewers still feel attracted even though those scenes are not convincing and reasonable enough. Honestly, I'm very hesitant to think about this superhero appearing in an MCU movie that features characters from other shows. The future will tell, but I think this character would be better suited outside of the MCU.

This series should get a higher rating, and reading the reviews I find that the bad ones are mostly from people who didn't take the time to watch up to episode 5; which is essential to watch to being able to judge this story.

Some room for improvement (action is a bit 'marvelish' and predictable), but overall a great series containing smart writing and outstanding acting (Oscar Isaac in particular of course). Finally something new and fresh which actually asks for your attention whilst watching!

I have never taken the time to rate a series before, but this one definitely deserved a good one.