Martin Carr reviews the fourth episode of Watchmen… There are numerous elements to episode four which raise questions. Invention as ever is everywhere from the literal cracking of eggs over those opening titles to more subtle mentions of world changing literature. Needless to say these writers continue challenging their audience, while Angela Abar remains caught […]
Supergirl Season 5 Episode 6 Review – ‘Confidence Women’
Martin Carr reviews the sixth episode of Supergirl season 5… Finally an episode which moves with confidence, exudes swagger and pulls together various threads across numerous time periods without dropping the ball. There are logical choices, revelations and back story aplenty all dominated by Katie McGrath and Julie Gonzalo. Seguing between past and present to […]
His Dark Materials Series 1 Episode 2 – ‘The Idea of the North’
Martin Carr reviews the second episode of His Dark Materials… Episode two brings a subtle cruelty and darkness into this world of awe inspiring airships, dingy basement dormitories and high class skulduggery. As Lyra goes up in the world character intentions are implied through action, gesture and misdirection. From attic enclave to polished marble floors […]
Supergirl Season 5 Episode 5 Review – ‘Dangerous Liaisons’
Martin Carr reviews the fifth episode of Supergirl season 5… Episode five is treading water. Interest has merged with indifference in recent weeks as things show no intention of moving forward. There are good ideas, well-intentioned sub plots and potential dramatic heft waiting in the wings. That though remains the problem with season five; all […]
His Dark Materials Series 1 Episode 1 Review – ‘Lyra’s Jordan’
Martin Carr reviews the first episode of His Dark Materials… Available in forty languages and following on from the recent release of the second novel in his Book of Dust trilogy, Philip Pullman comes to television. Opulent in scale, polished in production and contemporary in appearance His Dark Materials sets tone and character quickly. Directed […]
Watchmen Season 1 Episode 3 Review – ‘She Was Killed by Space Junk’
Martin Carr reviews the third episode of Watchmen… Never has an episode which hinges on one answerphone message been so compelling. Nor has an hour of television and two jokes had more narrative importance than they do here. Bitterness, regret and lack of closure are strong motivators which combine with sarcasm and bluntness to introduce […]
Supergirl Season 5 Episode 4 Review – ‘In Plain Sight’
Martin Carr reviews the fourth episode of Supergirl season 5… Things finally ramp up this week as certain people reveal their true colours, home town reunions bring about some soul searching and alien threats are neutralised. Thankfully there was little time for navel gazing as the Legion came up trumps and supported each other through […]
Watchmen Season 1 Episode 2 Review – ‘Martial Feats of Comanche Horsemanship’
Martin Carr reviews the second episode of Watchmen… Racial insurrection, American arrogance and a determined sense of entitlement permeate this second foray into the reengineered world first created by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons. Iron statues of disgraced Presidents and incinerated servants define Watchmen as designed by Damon Lindelof. Reading between the lines is mandatory […]
Supergirl Season 5 Episode 3 Review – ‘Blurred Lines’
Martin Carr reviews the third episode of Supergirl season 5… There is indecision which predominates episode three as relationships either personal or professional are neither black nor white. Much like life circumstances and outcomes are determined by multiple factors. Whether that might be an overly amorous partner, guilt ridden sibling or manipulated confidant nothing is […]
Watchmen Season 1 Episode 1 Review – ‘It’s Summer and We’re Running Out of Ice’
Martin Carr reviews the first episode of Watchmen… There is much to be applauded in this opening episode of a series many thought should never be made. Damon Lindelof who is best known for Lost tackles this fabled tome carefully launching straight into some heavy hitting topics before opening credits. Masked vigilantes, race riots and […]