lobsterindc

The series has a great cast but something is missing. Better writing? More character development? I'm not sure.

I'm great at putting my phone down when watching a show, but this series is failing to hold my attention - which given the subject matter should be instantly.

I recognized quite a few of the actors and have liked them individually in other films but the lack of character development in this series makes it hard to fully immerse myself in their situation and empathize with them.

As another review mentioned, it's possible because I've seen this story many times before and it's been written, directed, and/or acted much better.

I didn't come into this expecting a Lycan tribute, reboot, I came for a character study and it delivered. I writing was on point, the direction and cinematography were both excellent and the acting from most of the characters was great. I can't remember her name but I've seen her in a couple of shows - the female cop - stole or came very close to stealing most of her scenes. At the end of the day, I just look to a couple of points, was I entertained? Solid yes. Did I care about the characters? Yup. Would I watch another film from this actor director? 100%.

I'm posting this at the end of Episode 6, before I start 7, so my thoughts aren't swayed by the ending. I don't mind foreign shows, correction, I kind of prefer them because each actor is a blank slate (for the most part) and I only have the story to focus on and enjoy. This series drew me in very quickly because of the compelling story, excellent acting and the outstanding cinematography. The Flemish (Belgian) court system is very different from the US one and seems to treat the accused much more humanely but that civics lesson takes a back seat to just a well-written story. I care about the characters, their motivations and struggles (Delphine with the psychotic jealous husband who alternately enrages and fascinates me stands out in particular). Each episode carefully unwraps another layer of truth and she ain't pretty. Mh jaw dropped a couple of times when the truth was finally revealed (long hard side eye at you Ms. Super Professional Police Sergeant). It's definitely worth the time to watch and unlike most series, it doesn't come with the caveat, just give it a bit, it gets good. This one reaches out and grabs your attention and doesn't let it waver. Audio: I didn't watch the dubbed version so no comments there. The sub-titles are easy to read, and the way they inter-mingle Dutch and French is charming and a linguist's nightmare.

I can't give it a 10 because I haven