Martin Carr reviews the third episode of Daredevil season 3… ‘No Good Deed’ deals out karmic retribution against a man in denial. Someone with a sense that right and wrong play no part in administering justice, combating crime or taking criminals off the street. We get ring side seats to the disintegration of Matt Murdock […]

Martin Carr reviews the fourth episode of Daredevil season 3… With the news of Luke Cage and Iron Fist cancellations it’s nice to see the gloves come off in ‘Blindsided’. Carefully crafted narrative, nuanced exchanges and subtle glances are cast aside for a virtuoso steady cam set piece which pulses with unfettered ferocity. Through the […]

Martin Carr reviews the fifth episode of Daredevil season 3… There are elements here which are reminiscent of Lars Von Trier’s Dogville. Stripped back character work, theatrical spotlights and an immediacy which adds to the action by removing distractions. Parring it back to the bare bones not only illuminates Fisk’s analytical mind but gives us […]

Martin Carr reviews the sixth episode of Daredevil season 3… Camerawork and sound design continue playing a major part in defining season three of this Marvel-Netflix joint venture. Spiralling psychological states, whispered reminiscences and a sense of claustrophobia all feed into this mid-way point. With factions branching off which see Foggy and Karen in one […]

Martin Carr reviews the eighth episode of Daredevil season 3… Rage, anger and fear represent three of the most powerful emotions either to mobilise, paralyze or isolate. Episode 8 not only dissects them, balances the deck for everyone and gives the ensemble something substantial to work with, but more importantly foreshadows a twist that will […]

Martin Carr reviews the ninth episode of Daredevil season 3… This is the one where the options run out. Where the emotional hooks which have been working their way beneath the skin for eight straight hours, finally burrow deep enough and find purchase. Here is where those seeds which were sown bear fruit and begin […]

Martin Carr reviews the eleventh episode of Daredevil season 3… Atonement has been practiced for hundreds of years. Since the idea of a deity existed and original sin recognised, people have been trying to avoid atoning wherever possible. However without the moral compass of one character in particular this week things could have turned out […]

Martin Carr reviews the twelfth episode of Daredevil season 3… Fight or flight refers to the basic instinct we all possess for self-preservation. An adrenaline shot administered on reflex where people either stand their ground or flee. In Daredevil terms this breaks down to kicking arse or using lawsuits and men in suits for legal […]

Martin Carr reviews the season 3 finale of Daredevil… This season has scaled heights that few if any Marvel Netflix joints have managed thus far. Each episode has surpassed the last adding action beats, theological discussions and tangible threat to solid performances throughout. Pints of claret, repeated pummelling and a true sense of empathy has […]