funwithstardestroyers

The utter hysterics among some of the reviews claiming this is "The worst Star Wars ever!" are a bit of an over-reaction. This is a completely acceptable Star Wars movie. I will say right off the bat that I didn't enjoy it as much as The Force Awakens, but some of the story elements are intriguing. It really requires multiple viewings to digest properly.

I can say without equivocation, though, that I think that a lot of this movie's problems would be solved by changing or eliminating a certain story line, which really dragged the movie down.

Ignore the hysterics. Go in with an open mind. The movie has problems for sure, but I'd say that the good outweighs the bad.

I consider "Fargo" to be some of the best television I've ever seen, so when I heard that Noah Hawley (The guy behind Fargo) was going to be involved in Legion, I was immediately on board even though I didn't really know what I was getting into. Now that I'm more than half-way though the first season, I can say with certainty that, not only is Legion some of the best television that I've ever seen, it's also some of the flat-out craziest!

I've never been so thoroughly confused by a show and yet so enthralled. I suppose that's the brilliance of this show. Every episode is a visual masterpiece and every episode leaves you questioning what you've seen, and what you thought you knew. The detail that is put into, not only the plot itself, but the little things that you barely notice is just incredible.

The cast is top-notch. Dan Stevens (David) portrays someone you relate to, feel sorry for and fear all at the same time. I love the relationship he has with Rachel Keller (Syd). It's a sweet and refreshing love story, but one that, in keeping with the rest of the show, has you doubting some times. Aubrey Plaza (Lenny) is flat-out crazy, terrifying and a joy to watch (when you're not creeped out).

I really can't commend the writing, directing and production value enough. It's all done so well and with so much care, and passion.

I'd be lying if I said I knew what was going on with the plot of the show. Like I said, things are always changing. You're constantly doubting everything. Just when you think you've figured something out, the show throws another curve-ball. It would be frustrating in any other show, but here, it's just so much fun!

I suppose what Noah Hawley said was true. "I don't need you to understand the show, but I need you to experience it". And man, is this ever an experience! This isn't just a comic-book show done right, it's *television* done right. I can't recommend this enough.