American Gods

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Season 1
  • Network: Starz
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 30, 2017
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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7.4

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  1. vishalgoradia27
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    With Bryan Fuller on its helm, I expect only great things out of the series. A beautiful medley of psychedelic visuals and phenomenal acting, this series is going to be a blast to watch each week. With a pedigree of the cast (So much street cred here), I don't see them doing wrong.

    But I do believe the people who are not familiar with Bryan's work might feel a little alienated at first;    With Bryan Fuller on its helm, I expect only great things out of the series. A beautiful medley of psychedelic visuals and phenomenal acting, this series is going to be a blast to watch each week. With a pedigree of the cast (So much street cred here), I don't see them doing wrong.

    But I do believe the people who are not familiar with Bryan's work might feel a little alienated at first; and to those people I say - stick through it if you want a truly fantastic overall experience. I can definitely see this show becoming my new Hannibal.    … Expand
  2. OnyxShadow
    Jul 29, 2017
    6
    American Gods is such a mixed bag. This may be the only time I can remember a show seeming to have too much material to fill a season. Most shows have too little meaningful story and are spread so very thin. That makes it all the more bizarre that much of the only eight episodes is spent on characters that don't become at all relevant (at least in the first season). For example, you couldAmerican Gods is such a mixed bag. This may be the only time I can remember a show seeming to have too much material to fill a season. Most shows have too little meaningful story and are spread so very thin. That makes it all the more bizarre that much of the only eight episodes is spent on characters that don't become at all relevant (at least in the first season). For example, you could skip the second to the last episode accidentally and not even know you did because what happens is so trivial.

    On the other hand, the show is run by Bryan Fuller so of course the visuals are stunning (even when they don't particularly have a purpose). The show is packed with some incredibly talented actors who all give top-notch performances. The characters are mostly fascinating and full of depth (yes, even the ones the show does nothing with). When the show is actually focused on the key plot elements it is some of the best TV out there.

    It is alternatingly disappointing and brilliant.    … Expand
  3. pineapplethief
    Nov 19, 2017
    3
    I really hoped this show would be great, but I was really disappointed. It's just average. Don't believe people stomping 10's for this one. I've read the book, I've watched tons of tv series, and unfortunately have to conclude that Fuller produced something that is both lacking the punch of the original book and is in fact worse than average tv series.
    1. Story. Writing and story for 1    I really hoped this show would be great, but I was really disappointed. It's just average. Don't believe people stomping 10's for this one. I've read the book, I've watched tons of tv series, and unfortunately have to conclude that Fuller produced something that is both lacking the punch of the original book and is in fact worse than average tv series.
    1. Story. Writing and story for 1 season is just aweful, incoherent, not-happening and generally boring, one of the worst really. Hell, some sitcoms have better story compared to American Gods. Nothing of note happening in ENTIRE episodes (and those are full hour long), boring dialogues about nothing, concluding to nothing, and changing nil in characters afterwards. Story is trying to develop in all different directions at the same time and fails miserably. Long miniseries before most of the episodes which show you backstory of different gods and such are also a mixed bag - some are good, some boring, and many serve no purpose whatsoever. Sometimes I felt it's just a filler to hit one hour mark.
    2. Visuals. A mixed bag really. Director of photography did some of the most beatiful shots I've seen, and some CGI is really well done, while some other CGI effects seem to be done by eight-grader and are embarassingly bad. Gore and blood is certainly overdone in some moments, not in cool, sketchy, comic-ly way, but just in plainly bad one. Lots of nudity, which is done nicely except for one scene. Nudity if fine by me, those were fun moments actually.
    3. Acting. I must say, Shadow Moon is amazingly dumb in the series, for a character who read tons of books. He literally has no clue what's happening for most of the season, although there are a LOT of hints (like supernatural **** happening) given to him, and is overall a very blank, boring and non-protagonist character. Basically he just does nothing and understands almost nothing in THE ENTIRE SEASON. Seriously! Most other actors also underdeliver, although I can't blame them with such directing and script, with a pleasant exception of Mr. Wednesday, played Ian McShane. He's probably the reason I watched first season till the end.
    Seriously, I failed to relate to any and one of the characters in episode in any way, except for one taxi passenger in one of the mini-series.
    4. Music and sound design. Mixed bag too, some effects are good, others seem to come from 80'ties and are done by someone who has no idea and really kick you out of the flow. Music is okay, opening music is great, otherwise it's pretty forgettable.
    5. Opening in the beginning of the each episode, with subtitles and stuff - really the best one I saw in the tv series.    … Expand
  4. jpatric
    Jul 29, 2017
    7
    American Gods contains the potential to develop into a great series but only if it rids itself of the issues inherent in the presentation of its pilot season.

    Unfortunately, the first episode throws you into a collage of confusing and entangled plots which only fully materialize themselves after the viewer gets halfway through the season. The series plays with absurd, black comedy in    American Gods contains the potential to develop into a great series but only if it rids itself of the issues inherent in the presentation of its pilot season.

    Unfortunately, the first episode throws you into a collage of confusing and entangled plots which only fully materialize themselves after the viewer gets halfway through the season. The series plays with absurd, black comedy in order to lighten the overall mood of the story-which itself is rather dark and, at times, a depressing reflection on a collective psyche burdening humanity as a whole.

    The protagonist, Shadow Moon, is a well-developed and relatable character who is introduced to Mr. Wednesday, a powerful and enigmatic figure who attempts to guide both Shadow and the viewer through extensive lore established by Neil Gaiman. Gaiman attempted to accurately convey American culture through the gods and various idols people choose to devote their entire lives pursuing, but this message isn't exactly explicit until-like I said-halfway through the story.

    The female lead is well-acted but poorly developed into a character the writers are desperately trying to make the viewer not hate. But truthfully, her actions throughout the story communicate a very selfish individual who still ends up incredibly privileged despite literally being the most destructive companion Shadow could entertain. Because they've already painted her in such a negative light, even the actor most likely can't salvage such a bad first impression.

    The biggest issue with American Gods is the fact that it's been condensed into few too many episodes to properly do justice to the source, but it still has the potential to move beyond initial awkward mishaps by dedicating more episodes to creating better exposition in the next season. The first two episodes are generally incoherent, but the time dedicated to Shadow's backstory just barely manages to retain a viewer's interest. Not a bad choice, by any means, but disappointing because it could've achieved something much greater in its ambition.

    Thanks for your time.    … Expand
  5. dinovan
    Jun 14, 2017
    1
    I love the book, and the first few episodes showed promise. Unfortunately the plot ground to a halt somewhere in episode 4 and still hadn't restarted in episode 7.
    Such a shame, but 3 seasons for 1 book is just too slow. Over 30 hours to tell a 465 page story. I thought Peter Jackson was a joke taking 3 films for the Hobbit, but this is just taking the p***.
  6. TribeSpearMan
    Jul 5, 2017
    3
    Still dont know if this is a comedy trying to take itself seriously or something serious trying to be funny. Its attempts at esoteric storytelling through its fractured editing (while bold) serves no purpose and comes off as rather silly.
    I think the best part of this show is the parodies that it will inevitably spawn.
    Visually it is quite intriguing and fun. Im hoping that it gets    Still dont know if this is a comedy trying to take itself seriously or something serious trying to be funny. Its attempts at esoteric storytelling through its fractured editing (while bold) serves no purpose and comes off as rather silly.
    I think the best part of this show is the parodies that it will inevitably spawn.

    Visually it is quite intriguing and fun. Im hoping that it gets some form of dialogue in the future along with a plot to back up the visual aspects because its got potential. Hopefully people dont judge the source material too hard from watching the show.    … Expand
  7. Maxmurdock
    May 28, 2017
    10
    This adaptation from the novel by Neil Gaiman its what fans have been waiting for. Everything about this show is great. It is without a doubt the greates tv show of the year so far
  8. Skeletor71
    Apr 30, 2017
    9
    This was almost exactly what I wanted after reading the book. I started reading it after I heard Ian McShane was going to be in it. Which is also what I did with Pillars of the Earth. Some parts were a bit long, but other than that it was solid.
  9. BillJustBill
    May 21, 2017
    1
    The first episode seemed promising. Interesting characters, interesting situations. The second episode however was another story entirely (or rather lack of story might be more accurate). The problem with these types of shows is that the producers are under the impression that they can string together a series of events--they are really just more or less "something happens"--and that's theThe first episode seemed promising. Interesting characters, interesting situations. The second episode however was another story entirely (or rather lack of story might be more accurate). The problem with these types of shows is that the producers are under the impression that they can string together a series of events--they are really just more or less "something happens"--and that's the same thing as a "story." They can make it work up to a point if the events are inherently interesting and/or entertaining. However the second episode of AG didn't have these (or this) element going for it. Long, loooonnnnnggggg speeches by not that interesting characters with nothing much else going on (or at least not enough). Bottom line here is that if you put me to sleep (which you did) I'm not too likely to try and watch more.… Expand
  10. JorgeLestre
    Apr 30, 2017
    9
    Bryan Fuller brings insanely addictive and colorful characters that indulge in an even crazier narrative. It's early to tell where it leads, but the show itself sure knows how to make an entrance.
  11. Nathonas
    May 13, 2017
    3
    Poor directing and pacing, cringeworthy dialogue, and a completely flat leading actor. I'm surprised this show actually made it to TV with such poor craftsmanship.
  12. Whatdaphuck
    Aug 8, 2017
    0
    I watched this **** based on my brother telling me about it. This is the biggest load of crap ever written, produced, filmed and broadcasted. Even as Gods, blacks are reduced to a reject from a Pimps and Hoes convention. Mr. Nancy, a **** tailor, sounds like he just jumped of the train from the State of Blaxploitation. Beloise or whatever she's called is portrayed as a homeless whore whoI watched this **** based on my brother telling me about it. This is the biggest load of crap ever written, produced, filmed and broadcasted. Even as Gods, blacks are reduced to a reject from a Pimps and Hoes convention. Mr. Nancy, a **** tailor, sounds like he just jumped of the train from the State of Blaxploitation. Beloise or whatever she's called is portrayed as a homeless whore who sucks souls through her vagina. The Jinn of the Islamic religion is reduced to a homo. And let us not forget the Black flunky for the white cracker devil god oden, Shadow Moon. Stupid name aside, this idiot is of course a convict. I mean naturally because he is black he deserves prison. Not only that, he is grieving over a woman who died sucking another man's dick. There is not enough love in the world to forgive some **** like that. When you watch this on demand as I did, because I don't watch stars, they run interviews from the producers trying to explain what it is that they are wanting to convey via their stories. They try to sound as if they are making some great statement about the world and race relations and other social issues as if they are offering some great point of view of it all. All this **** does it maintain the ideas that white gods are the natural curators of life and everything in it past, present and future and all other gods are subservient to them. Case in point, the white gods, although not believed in or worshipped have all prospered in the new age of Athieism, while the Black Gods are their servants. This show is total crap, no one of African descent should watch this.… Expand
  13. raporgi
    Apr 23, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. slow boring and incoherent its just full of boring gay/interracial sex. takes too phooking long to go anywhere and the narrative is just padded out and uninteresting.… Expand
  14. exota
    Feb 13, 2018
    3
    I loved the idea of this show . the CGI and acting is well done , but the story leaves me indifferent . i'm not intrigued or eager to see the next episode ( i'm at episode 2 and i already want to stop watching) . very disappointing . Still congrats to the actors and the CGI people , they're the stars of this show , the writers should be replaced for next season though. From HBO i alwaysI loved the idea of this show . the CGI and acting is well done , but the story leaves me indifferent . i'm not intrigued or eager to see the next episode ( i'm at episode 2 and i already want to stop watching) . very disappointing . Still congrats to the actors and the CGI people , they're the stars of this show , the writers should be replaced for next season though. From HBO i always expect good acting , good images , and yes a little bit too much gratuitous sex so i expected all that . what i didn't expect was the poor storyline… Expand
  15. Thompo84
    May 17, 2017
    0
    More self indulgent drivel from Bryan Fuller, Hannibal had potential, he ruined it. This had potential of which % was fulfilled. The quality TV market is so competitive right now, why are they letting this fool kill off shows before they even get going!
  16. lbodde
    May 21, 2017
    6
    Don't know whether to love or hate. I read the book and don't remember it playing off as surreal like the TV production does. It's worth a watch and I'll watch the whole thing because that's what I do, watch a lot of TV. But the directorial and editing decisions, meh.
  17. Psychopompadour
    May 3, 2017
    10
    So far, it's the perfect update of one of my favorite books. The show is amazingly cast and acted, with as much surrealism and symbolism as the original source material. To those who say its too weird, I say this is NOT made for you. its made for me so I really have no choice but to give it the 10 I feel it deserves for getting out of that box.
  18. smodcast
    May 20, 2017
    8
    I'm not sure where this show is headed, but 3 episodes in, I'm wholly invested in its premise. Visually, there's few like it on television. Off Kilter, weird and unhinged. Not for the faint of heart.
  19. moviestalker
    Jul 17, 2017
    3
    First off, I liked the premise, which is why I've watched season one *hoping* all loose ends would lead somewhere... Well, all I can say is: No they don't.
    American Gods not only is an incredibly slow paced show it also - for whatever reason - decides to tell the story of characters who will have ZERO influence on the story of season one, for example Bilquis and the Genie. In case you    First off, I liked the premise, which is why I've watched season one *hoping* all loose ends would lead somewhere... Well, all I can say is: No they don't.
    American Gods not only is an incredibly slow paced show it also - for whatever reason - decides to tell the story of characters who will have ZERO influence on the story of season one, for example Bilquis and the Genie. In case you don't know who Bilquis is, you're out of luck as the show never bothers introducing most of the gods we meet.
    Now let's talk about the "Main character" of the show, if you can even call him that ... I could live with the fact that he has a name you'ed normally expect to see in a cheap anime, but what really makes me dizzy is how completely indifferent he appears to be about the stuff that happens around him and only once in a while bothers asking what on earth is actually going on. He has numerous opportunities to ask the other gods he meets about who they really are, but decides against it. Pretty much every single character in this show is more interesting that Shadow moon.
    I don't understand why this boring show get's praised so much. Maybe mediocrity is something to strive towards nowadays? After watching this mess I truely believe it is.    … Expand
  20. laeknir45
    May 28, 2017
    7
    Really nice visuals, even elegant at times. But four episodes in, I'm still left wondering what is happening with the plot. There's nothing here to really "grab" you, as it's more like a series of disconnected art films which are nicely done but still too vague to draw me in fully. I am familiar with the basic themes of the original graphic novel, so I get that this is meant to be aReally nice visuals, even elegant at times. But four episodes in, I'm still left wondering what is happening with the plot. There's nothing here to really "grab" you, as it's more like a series of disconnected art films which are nicely done but still too vague to draw me in fully. I am familiar with the basic themes of the original graphic novel, so I get that this is meant to be a build up to a war between the "Old" Gods and the "New" Gods, but there's nothing so far suggesting such a war is necessary. Many of the older gods seem dangerous to humans, quite ready to kill and absorb their "faithful" (often through really overdone sex scenes), whereas the new gods have only really attacked Shadow after he chooses to remain on the side of Mr. Wednesday. It's also punctuated by totally disconnected "shorts" with various individuals who interact with god X or Y for no real reason other than to showcase the god in some way. The show has a lot of potential to make some kind of commentary on fervent belief, or the lack thereof (particularly with the risen dead atheist girl), but there's much more of a focus by the director on wanting to set scenes with very specific dark moods/atmospheres rather than actually exploring any plot or characterization. And oddly, considering that the gods apparently depend on belief for their power, you don't see a lot of humans displaying strong belief. I have the unfortunate feeling that this will continue near to the end, where a lot of plot-point reveals will take place and ultimately not be very effective.… Expand
  21. MikeyDiamond
    Jun 20, 2017
    4
    Pretentious. A poor peoples "Stephen King Mini series". Great cast. Very Stylish. But not enough. Dragging out a single novel into 10 episodes? Yes, but not just a third of it. Amazon, it ain't no Bosch, the superb Stranger things or The fab OA. Just check out Fargo, for the same money budget...Say no more
  22. Elf-Healer
    May 20, 2017
    5
    Each of the first 3 episodes that I've seen so far looks like a collection of short films. There's no solid plot, nor intrigue, there's not enough passion between gods and beleivers. You can't feel they are connected.
    There is nothing besides beautiful portrayals of sex and main hero's surreal daydreams. Polished visuals and winning concept won't save you from blank lifeless characters    Each of the first 3 episodes that I've seen so far looks like a collection of short films. There's no solid plot, nor intrigue, there's not enough passion between gods and beleivers. You can't feel they are connected.
    There is nothing besides beautiful portrayals of sex and main hero's surreal daydreams. Polished visuals and winning concept won't save you from blank lifeless characters and their overly intelligent, boring dialogues, which sound like absolute nonsense.    … Expand
  23. abm0
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Looks like a bunch of snobby crap where they think forcing the viewer to come up with their own story (for lack of one on screen) is a brilliant idea and that it makes it a show "for smart people". No, it just makes it a heap of lazy vapid crap.
  24. Phix105
    Sep 4, 2017
    0
    This has to be one of the worst shows I've seen in years. The story is a mess and lacks any fluidity. There is about 10 minuets in each episode worth watching. I must director think that very long pauses between words is very dramatic. It's not! The pacing of the story is horribly slow.
  25. Sirwootalot
    May 2, 2017
    9
    This show is every bit as psychedelic, mystical, and engrossing as the book it is based on, with flourishes of laughably absurd hyper-violence and every ounce of Gaiman's biting sardonic humor shining through in the dialogue. The only major change so far is of setting; much of the show is clearly filmed in Oklahoma, even though the setting is supposed to be the upper MidwestThis show is every bit as psychedelic, mystical, and engrossing as the book it is based on, with flourishes of laughably absurd hyper-violence and every ounce of Gaiman's biting sardonic humor shining through in the dialogue. The only major change so far is of setting; much of the show is clearly filmed in Oklahoma, even though the setting is supposed to be the upper Midwest (Indiana/Illinois/Wisconsin/Minnesota).… Expand
  26. jackylus
    Jun 20, 2017
    0
    The show fails to deliver on every level: poor acting, slow-paced progression of the story, incoherence etc. It is an abuse of post-modern storytelling - references to gods are far-fetched and overwhelming instead of being economically intertwined with meaning of ancient in modern world.
  27. wantedtolikebut
    Jul 5, 2017
    0
    Update: 06/23: "American Gods" is cringe-worthy, cliche-ridden faux surrealism. It's such an awful show. Not even deliciously horrible. Just an exhibition of bad taste. The fact that this show has a score of 77, and "Twin Peaks: The Return" has a score of 74, is a JOKE. Update 5/24: Yeah, that's it for me. Done with this show. There are so many problems. But the casting of Ricky WhittleUpdate: 06/23: "American Gods" is cringe-worthy, cliche-ridden faux surrealism. It's such an awful show. Not even deliciously horrible. Just an exhibition of bad taste. The fact that this show has a score of 77, and "Twin Peaks: The Return" has a score of 74, is a JOKE. Update 5/24: Yeah, that's it for me. Done with this show. There are so many problems. But the casting of Ricky Whittle as Shadow Moon is the main issue. It makes me think of how good Tom Hardy is in "Taboo" which is a great show no one is watching. "American Gods" is a terrible show everyone is watching. Welcome to America where the Gods are bad storytellers. ....................................................... Last night's episode was unbelievably pretentious. And it has nothing to do with the subject matter--that I love. It's that the execution is poor. A mess. From some bad casting to sophomoric direction... I think I'm done with this show. ..........................................................................."American Gods" is off to a rocky start for me. I am surprised by its weaknesses--the directing and the visual effects, particularly. In the two episodes I watched so far there are more gratuitous Extreme Close-Ups than in a student film. An ECU of a match strike doesn't lend specificity, it lends tedium. The digital effects are inconsistent, and downright tacky at moments. I borderline hate the show opening. For me a great show open tells a short story in an innovative, concise visual style. Take the open for HBO's "Westworld" for example -- that's a stunning open. "American Gods" open is an unfocused mess. Some choices are inspired--Ian McShane as Mr. Wednesday, Gillian Anderson as Lucille Ball, for example. Ricky Whittle as Shadow Moon has yet to grab me. Two episodes in, that's a bit concerning. I'll keep giving this a try though. I want to like it.… Expand
  28. TUZLO
    May 21, 2017
    0
    This show is extremly boring bad directing. In episode two you can learn how to tape the boxes and how to light the candle. I watch and allways fell in sleep. If you cant sleep you watch this tv show
  29. giantpegasus123
    May 5, 2017
    4
    The book was possibly the most overrated book of all time. If you don't mind disjointed too abstract for its own good narratives than you may enjoy this series. Granted I've only seen one episode, but if they try and follow the book, this series will not be good. It has potential, but i don't see how, unless they SIGNIFICANTLY change the narrative, this is a good show.
  30. BrightCityLight
    Jun 2, 2017
    2
    Gander that it should be good, but damn it's not. The book was great, the crew looks solid ... but it's hard to struggle through an episode without thinking "huh" and "wow, this is borderline horrible". Reasons? Ricky Whittle is horrific in this - his lines come of so scripted its simply vomitus. He sounds like he is reading off cards and his mannerisms are terribly transparent. TheGander that it should be good, but damn it's not. The book was great, the crew looks solid ... but it's hard to struggle through an episode without thinking "huh" and "wow, this is borderline horrible". Reasons? Ricky Whittle is horrific in this - his lines come of so scripted its simply vomitus. He sounds like he is reading off cards and his mannerisms are terribly transparent. The way his ex-wife walks to the car out of the Casino in Episode 4 is simply nauseating - fingers on a chalkboard. Does nobody see this in post-production? Good actors just are ... this Whittle dude is having his challenges. If it weren't for McShane and his, what some would perceive as a glass eye ... totally rugged. After I try and will myself through an episode (I went through 4), I must watch The Leftovers and Fargo just to get back to base 1 sanity and remind myself that there is still talent on TV.

    Perplexed by the numbnutts higher ups that say 'Yeah guys, friggen' great job!' while giving each other high-5's ... not understanding who let this out of the cage - he or she should be fired. If the crew would have come to me with Episode 1 and said 'Boss, what you think ... good to go?' ... I would have said "Drawing board now ... this dogs#it is f'in sub par." But in a culture like America where sub-standard IS par-for-the-course and people take the I-don’t-want-to-think-but-just-zone-out stance, shows like this surpass in ratings truly lovely works of art like Tom Hardy's Taboo.

    Simply rugged.    … Expand
  31. AthanasiosT
    May 13, 2017
    10
    Incredible tv show, based on a wonderful Gaiman's book. Visuals, photography and FX are terrific. Actors and book characters perfectly combined. For me, by far the best you can watch this summer.
  32. oaktoad
    Jul 15, 2017
    7
    Overall worth watching if you have read the books and I am curious how the story will continue...
    The Good:
    *Casting- most characters feel right even if not exactly how I picture them *Expansion of Book Characters/New Characters- expanded Mad Sweeney involvement is great and although I wasn't hoping for the expanded role of Laura (especially after ep.4). Vulcan is great. *Themes and    Overall worth watching if you have read the books and I am curious how the story will continue...
    The Good:
    *Casting- most characters feel right even if not exactly how I picture them
    *Expansion of Book Characters/New Characters- expanded Mad Sweeney involvement is great and although I wasn't hoping for the expanded role of Laura (especially after ep.4). Vulcan is great.
    *Themes and overall storytelling
    The Bad:
    *Overuse of special effects and buckets of blood- Overall I get it but it makes for some pretty hokey moments that detract greatly from the overall feel of the show
    Then Ugly:
    The Music- at times it is fine but more than not the music/scoring feels out of place or just grating. Sometimes it feels like they had a song in mind but did not have the money for rights and just made something crappier to go over it ( it feels like tried to cross 'immigrant song, tribal music and the blue man group into the opening theme and it is generally un-listenable). The overuse of ornette colman like free jazz generally feels wrong.    … Expand
  33. TheIneffableG
    Jun 9, 2017
    8
    Writing: American Gods is an exciting show for me, but is ultimately very post-modernist. If you don't care for the post-modernist art and fiction, you're going to have a miserable time. The book was a story of mysteries, most of which were never answered and left up to the reader, but the show is actually explaining itself a lot more. I get the feeling from negative reviews that it's notWriting: American Gods is an exciting show for me, but is ultimately very post-modernist. If you don't care for the post-modernist art and fiction, you're going to have a miserable time. The book was a story of mysteries, most of which were never answered and left up to the reader, but the show is actually explaining itself a lot more. I get the feeling from negative reviews that it's not speaking slowly enough as it spells out the plot.

    Visuals: American Gods is indulgently stylistic, and ultimately may not age well for it. But for this moment in time, I enjoy the spin Bryan Fuller put on everything.

    Caveat: This show is not for people with short attention spans or enjoy good guys fighting bad guys for easily understood prizes It's about messy broken people and their messy broken gods in a messy broken country.    … Expand
  34. heretikeen
    May 11, 2017
    6
    I'd like it better if it didn't frantically try to cram in every. single. semi-current visual fad, from sepia tones to Misfit's annoying ultrathin camera focus.
    Concentrate on the story, not on wowing fifteen-year-olds with tricks.
  35. dell221
    Jul 9, 2017
    0
    American Gods is God awful. i gave this show a try and it got worse and worse. Someone told me this show was good but there is no **** way this show is good. worst show I've seen all year. The critics gave this show a good ratting but i can't agree with this at all. Its not funny not much action just straight weird. this show can take some pointers from preacher and ash vs evil. thats howAmerican Gods is God awful. i gave this show a try and it got worse and worse. Someone told me this show was good but there is no **** way this show is good. worst show I've seen all year. The critics gave this show a good ratting but i can't agree with this at all. Its not funny not much action just straight weird. this show can take some pointers from preacher and ash vs evil. thats how you make a show funny and good at the same time. the only thing that is some what good about the show is the dead wife. everything else is just so un focused. they have way to many stories and they don't explain anything at all. they need 13 eps to try to tie things together. 8 eps wasn't close to enough.… Expand
  36. FastestKnight
    May 13, 2017
    9
    "A hundred years later, you are **** A hundred years after that, **** A hundred years after you get free, you're still getting **** outta jobs and shot at by police. You see what I'm saying?".

    Nuff said.
  37. deck
    Jun 1, 2017
    2
    American Gods fasci.ates with questionable means. The focus is pure violence against life itself, presented in strong visual image
    Similar to Frank Miller's Sin City or 300.
    Unlike 300 or Sin City, the viewer is unusually close to the protagonists. Since these are anything but sympathetic, this creates a disgust. Problematic, because it is about gods and not everyone is this form of    American Gods fasci.ates with questionable means. The focus is pure violence against life itself, presented in strong visual image
    Similar to Frank Miller's Sin City or 300.

    Unlike 300 or Sin City, the viewer is unusually close to the protagonists. Since these are anything but sympathetic, this creates a disgust.

    Problematic, because it is about gods and not everyone is this form of representation fallen. Since the questions of good & evil, believe and not believe or black & white should not be treated by a entertainment series, which puts their focus on pictures, it is the best not even to turn on.    … Expand
  38. pitchforked
    May 28, 2017
    6
    For those of you who have taken the time and dedication it takes to get through the book, you might understand my sentiments about the show a little bit better. I genuinely liked the book -- which brings an innovative genre mix to the literary table. It captures a balance between realism and fantasy, which for the most part is seemingly intangible. Though just like an MMORPG, you've gotFor those of you who have taken the time and dedication it takes to get through the book, you might understand my sentiments about the show a little bit better. I genuinely liked the book -- which brings an innovative genre mix to the literary table. It captures a balance between realism and fantasy, which for the most part is seemingly intangible. Though just like an MMORPG, you've got to be committed to make something of it.

    I've just started the show and one of my biggest concerns is how they took a lot of aesthetic/visual liberties but capitalize on each scene and conversation in the novel. IMO, if they would've added new dialogue and subtleties to the narrative it could've had a fresh artistic/cinemagraphic life. Where as now I feel like everything is utterly predictable.

    i absolutely plan to keep watching, and I'm hoping that I have a different opinion about it by the end of the season!    … Expand
  39. Existentialman
    May 8, 2017
    10
    I'm hooked after watching the first two episodes. This show has the potential to be the Game of Thrones. Like GOT is has a great mix of sexuality, violence and fantasy. This is an adult show and doesn't shy away from the sex scenes. I applaud them for that. Not every show has to be PG-13. If that discourages you from watching then this probably isn't the right show for you.
    American    I'm hooked after watching the first two episodes. This show has the potential to be the Game of Thrones. Like GOT is has a great mix of sexuality, violence and fantasy. This is an adult show and doesn't shy away from the sex scenes. I applaud them for that. Not every show has to be PG-13. If that discourages you from watching then this probably isn't the right show for you.
    American Gods could be the next Game of Thrones, or it could be the next Lost. That depends on where the story is headed and if all the weirdness has a genuine purpose. If there is no point to all strangeness then, like Lost, I'll end up being disappointed. If the quality continues then this could be the supernatural equivalent of 2001: A space odyssey, a poetic tale which that inspires discussion on all sorts of important topics.    … Expand
  40. jigme
    May 1, 2017
    2
    About as entertaining as vomit. The upside of vomit is that after vomiting, you generally feel better; on that count, vomit has the advantage over this show. The two points I did give it were for its single redeeming moment: the punch in the face of the leprechaun. Horrific, masturbatory direction, no plot, grade-school dialogue, ridiculously overdone visuals all result in a steaming pileAbout as entertaining as vomit. The upside of vomit is that after vomiting, you generally feel better; on that count, vomit has the advantage over this show. The two points I did give it were for its single redeeming moment: the punch in the face of the leprechaun. Horrific, masturbatory direction, no plot, grade-school dialogue, ridiculously overdone visuals all result in a steaming pile of hollywood restaurant food.… Expand
  41. luis_matador_1
    Aug 8, 2017
    7
    I like the characters and the story, but the serie is very confused, with not very good pace. Have few action, but when have, its very good. So...yeah, American Gods have potencial, but the first season not convinced me 100%, but i apreciate-it.
  42. SchnitzelPoof
    Feb 14, 2018
    3
    This show is so bad, it makes me support the new Gods. It only gets 3 points due to Mr. Wednesday.
    I read the book years ago, and enjoyed it. Now, I couldn't have missed the point so badly, so I'm left to conclude that the writers have re-interpreted the entire story through their distorted view of the world.
    Just rename it to anti-American Gods, and save the rest of us normal people the effort.
  43. marcmyworks
    Jun 22, 2017
    8
    American Gods is a visual wonderland with a great story. The whole season does feel like the prologue to something even bigger and more visceral. Gillian Anderson's portrayal of Media is the highlight and she deserves to win many awards for her performance.
  44. BShaps
    Jun 2, 2017
    6
    This is a hard one for me to rate. I'm definitely drawn in and want to keep watching it after watching all of the episodes so far, but there are times when I'm wondering how long a slow moving scene is going to drag on. I'd say it takes about four episodes to start figuring out what is going on.

    Some of the special effects look like they're from the 90s. In 2017 it shouldn't be    This is a hard one for me to rate. I'm definitely drawn in and want to keep watching it after watching all of the episodes so far, but there are times when I'm wondering how long a slow moving scene is going to drag on. I'd say it takes about four episodes to start figuring out what is going on.

    Some of the special effects look like they're from the 90s. In 2017 it shouldn't be immediately obvious to me that the desert background or night sky is a green screen.    … Expand
  45. LatinCritic13
    Jun 21, 2017
    8
    Seeing American Gods for the first time was a blast man! The acting, cinematography, dark humor, direction, diversity, production design, sound effects, script, symbolism, and the gorgeous visual effects truly made this show stand out on STARZ. When you look at the show's quality, you will be extremely satisfied with the use of visuals that the crew behind American Gods made. This show isSeeing American Gods for the first time was a blast man! The acting, cinematography, dark humor, direction, diversity, production design, sound effects, script, symbolism, and the gorgeous visual effects truly made this show stand out on STARZ. When you look at the show's quality, you will be extremely satisfied with the use of visuals that the crew behind American Gods made. This show is colorful based on philosophy and tone. As you watch American Gods for the first time, expect for some hiccups along the way when it comes to following along the story of this show. The story can be complicated to follow at first, but it will be understandable in the end. Expect for some real life related gems along the way if you know what I mean. There isn't anything dull I had to say about this show. Everything in this show handled real well when adapting the best selling novel of Neil Gaiman's American Gods. Like I say, this show is GORGEOUS, and it is easily the most obvious winner for best visual effects and production design at the Emmy Awards. If the Emmy Awards can't comply with that, something is wrong with the television academy not choosing the right winners. STARZ truly has a show for us to watch on their premium TV network. This show is the 'Game of Thrones' on STARZ. I just don't understand why there isn't a lot of people watching this show on STARZ while most people watch other shows on different networks. I only wish that there will be more than 3 million viewers watching this on the next season. Overall, this is a great and questionable show to watch.… Expand
  46. MLR
    Apr 12, 2019
    3
    I really enjoyed Season One, but as in any book someone is trying to convert into an infinite series, they have "deviated from the source material" in season two into meandering subplots about lynching blacks, oppression and social justice, and it is becoming clear the series is just treading water. You have these really fine actors standing around with nothing to say but pablum. A wasteI really enjoyed Season One, but as in any book someone is trying to convert into an infinite series, they have "deviated from the source material" in season two into meandering subplots about lynching blacks, oppression and social justice, and it is becoming clear the series is just treading water. You have these really fine actors standing around with nothing to say but pablum. A waste of talent. Anyway, after episode 5 I canceled my Starz subscription, I am out. I wish they had just filmed the book and made a great mini-series.… Expand
  47. shoulderoforion
    Jun 18, 2017
    5
    Interesting enough to watch every episode, but not trying hard enough to be a cohesive story. The Dead Wife it seems is completely unnecessary & hers are the most tiresome parts of the whole endevour, The creepy music meant to add "atmosphere" is just terribly annoying. I'll prob watch season 2, Ian McShane elevates everything he's in to watchable no matter what, and he's the only reasonInteresting enough to watch every episode, but not trying hard enough to be a cohesive story. The Dead Wife it seems is completely unnecessary & hers are the most tiresome parts of the whole endevour, The creepy music meant to add "atmosphere" is just terribly annoying. I'll prob watch season 2, Ian McShane elevates everything he's in to watchable no matter what, and he's the only reason I kept tuning in. Disconcerting production that didn't make me want to read the books, at all. I wanted this to be better than it was.… Expand
  48. msml
    Aug 20, 2017
    6
    Mind bending, but ultimately not as engaging as the first five episodes. Probably because i binged. I thoroughly enjoyed the fresh perspective on religion. SPoiler; beware of odin
  49. eva3si0n
    Jul 11, 2017
    8
    So far it is one of the best series of 2017. American Gods has the unique unique style, it concerns not only pictures, but also a soundtrack and art style. To shortcomings, and he one and very big - prolixity of actions. All action begins in 6-7 series. And many shown has no relation to the main plot, and at times on it left almost all series. But acting of Ian McShane is excellent, itSo far it is one of the best series of 2017. American Gods has the unique unique style, it concerns not only pictures, but also a soundtrack and art style. To shortcomings, and he one and very big - prolixity of actions. All action begins in 6-7 series. And many shown has no relation to the main plot, and at times on it left almost all series. But acting of Ian McShane is excellent, it just drags on itself(himself) series.… Expand
  50. M0NST3R_G4MING
    Apr 30, 2019
    0
    0/10 - The show "American Gods" is really garbage.

    Extremely slow and confusing story, everything is oversexualized and very strange animations. That's what you can expect in American Gods. To be honest, I expected a lot after the first trailer and was very disappointed. The story rarely really gets to the point and that makes it very difficult to understand. Especially if you start    0/10 - The show "American Gods" is really garbage.

    Extremely slow and confusing story, everything is oversexualized and very strange animations. That's what you can expect in American Gods. To be honest, I expected a lot after the first trailer and was very disappointed.
    The story rarely really gets to the point and that makes it very difficult to understand. Especially if you start with the series without any previous knowledge of the comics. The story might actually be very interesting. Interesting strands are often torn, but they are only executed bad and it ends in an incomprehensible story. The story only becomes more or less "good" at the end of the season.
    And as I have already mentioned, what bothers me about the series is the exaggerated use of nude scenes. In almost every episode there are some nude scenes, which wouldn't even have been necessary. That's very confusing.
    And I really don't like the animations. The animations really didn't represent the atmosphere well and in my eyes they even destroyed the atmosphere a lot. Through the combination of the very strange animations and the incomprehensible storytelling I had this "What the hell" moment throughout the whole show.

    Conclusion: I really can't recommend "American Gods". It's the worst show I've ever seen and I'll avoid the 2nd season. I won't do that to myself again. I can't recommend it to you either!    … Expand
  51. drlowdon
    Dec 18, 2017
    8
    Based on the Neil Gaiman novel of the same name American Gods focuses on Shadow Man who, after being released from prison, is approached by a mysterious stranger calling himself Mr Wednesday and finds himself involved in a war between the Old Gods and the New Gods.

    American Gods will likely be a little too strange for some people's tastes but showrunners Bryan Fuller (Dead Like Me,    Based on the Neil Gaiman novel of the same name American Gods focuses on Shadow Man who, after being released from prison, is approached by a mysterious stranger calling himself Mr Wednesday and finds himself involved in a war between the Old Gods and the New Gods.

    American Gods will likely be a little too strange for some people's tastes but showrunners Bryan Fuller (Dead Like Me, Pushing Daisies) and Michael Green (Logan, Bladerunner 2049) have really done justice to the source material to create a show that is both visually and narratively unique making for one of the most interesting new shows of 2017.    … Expand
  52. Kenmei
    Jun 23, 2017
    8
    I feel that some of the bad rap that this show gets is mostly from those who haven't read the book. While it's true that the show and book are not totally the same, you'll get alot more out of this series by either having read the book or watching it with someone who has. The reasoning being that the story is very dense and can be very hard to follow. That however cannot defend the veryI feel that some of the bad rap that this show gets is mostly from those who haven't read the book. While it's true that the show and book are not totally the same, you'll get alot more out of this series by either having read the book or watching it with someone who has. The reasoning being that the story is very dense and can be very hard to follow. That however cannot defend the very poor pacing of the story, as their focus on some of the side characters, even dedicating whole episodes to their backstory, really detracts from the journey of Shadow and Mr. Wednesday. The story is at its best when it has a singular focus on those two and how they interact with the various people they meet. It starts to go off the rails when it loses its focus and tries to get more backstory to other people, almost unnecessarily at times.
    This is not a show I can recommend to everyone. With a longer, hopefully more focused, season 2 coming eventually to help explain things better, this first season feels like an incomplete mishmash of characters that surround the main two. However the story and especially dialogue, even for those harder to follow parts, is very well done and well written. It's just buried in a seemingly endless sea of exposition and backstory. For those truly interested, I'd recommend reading the book between now and then. It really will add so much to your viewing experience if you do so.    … Expand
  53. CineAutoctono
    Oct 14, 2017
    8
    "American Gods" was from the first episode a strong, surreal and surprising series, the scenarios are great, the story is very good and the characters are very good, there is not so much to thank a good series like this.
  54. rox_roli
    Jun 22, 2018
    4
    The original idea from Gaiman's book was of course great, but the rest is simplistic and puerile. Come on! Vikings are for the slaughtering, Black people for sape, slavery and fertility, Slavs for gipsy fortune-telling... and they still are better than Modern Gods, just empty, silly caricatures of what people is supposed to worship nowadays. And the hero: a shallow bodyguard who pales nextThe original idea from Gaiman's book was of course great, but the rest is simplistic and puerile. Come on! Vikings are for the slaughtering, Black people for sape, slavery and fertility, Slavs for gipsy fortune-telling... and they still are better than Modern Gods, just empty, silly caricatures of what people is supposed to worship nowadays. And the hero: a shallow bodyguard who pales next to Mr Wednesday; Shadow Moon doesn't ask questions, because nobody is interested in explaining anything, given that whole series is nothing but a 8-hours set-up, a first act. But the worst is without any doubt Shadow's wife, Laura Moon... a stupid, annoying zombie nobody cares for. Helas, she is one of the main protagonists… Expand
  55. sVc
    Jun 21, 2017
    8
    So far I've been a little disappointed. I want to like this more, especially since Bryan Fuller is the guy steering the ship, but I haven't really been excited by what I've seen. I've read the book and I'm having the same issue with the tv shows as I did with that. Nothing really seems to gel. There's so much of the book and the show that I do actually like but it seems like such aSo far I've been a little disappointed. I want to like this more, especially since Bryan Fuller is the guy steering the ship, but I haven't really been excited by what I've seen. I've read the book and I'm having the same issue with the tv shows as I did with that. Nothing really seems to gel. There's so much of the book and the show that I do actually like but it seems like such a messy dynamic; like the puzzle pieces just won't go together. I'm certainly not one to shy away from confusing or complicated plots/stories (Legion & The Leftovers are two of my favorite shows) but there needs to be a way for the scenes to work better together. And to make sense, just a little bit. The acting is excellent. Gillian Anderson blew me away in the 3 minutes she was on screen. And I can think of many scenes, on their own, that I have really liked and been impressed by. But together as a whole structure is not doing it for me. I'm going to watch the entire season no matter what; I want this to be another must see show. But if I can't be in awe when I watch a vagina swallow a whole human person, then there's a problem!

    After watching the entire first season, I've pushed my review up to an 8 (if I could, it would be more like 7.5). I was highly impressed and captivated with the finale. And there are so many scenes that are so awesome to watch on their own. Plus, each actor has done a phenomenal job. I still say it could do a better job of explaining itself as to what exactly the overall point of the story actually is. Because the whole concept of the book/tv show is a very interesting one. And I feel like if you read a really good re-capper after watching it, you'll probably understand it a lot better. If you haven't read the book, I'd think you'd be completely lost. Those things should be taken into consideration. But as it stands, I'm a fan and will continue to watch it come season 2.    … Expand
  56. Dubeau
    Apr 6, 2019
    8
    I really like the story and the actors in this one. The actors are very high caliber acting, but this season is all about back stories and a lot of origin stuff. The main story move at a slow pace and isn't resolve in the end. Which is a bit frustrating, since 8 episodes seems too short for the scope that has taken the main plot. The FX are very good. I like the craziness and the music isI really like the story and the actors in this one. The actors are very high caliber acting, but this season is all about back stories and a lot of origin stuff. The main story move at a slow pace and isn't resolve in the end. Which is a bit frustrating, since 8 episodes seems too short for the scope that has taken the main plot. The FX are very good. I like the craziness and the music is an integral part of the shows. Lots of sex and nudity, but justified in the context of the story. I give it a 78%. Not to miss and different from the usual mini-series.… Expand
  57. jaasieljunior
    Dec 3, 2017
    5
    Quando American Gods foi anunciada pelo canal Starz, houve uma grande expectativa e marketing para que a série se desse bem na TV. Mas , de fato , isso não ocorreu . A série demora para prender o espectador e alguns episódios são extremamente cansativos (sim,mais de 52 min por episódio).A história é interessante,mas o enredo e os personagens deixam a desejar.
  58. hgdownunder
    Nov 1, 2017
    5
    I love the book, but the show, er, no. The acting is great but the pace is tooooooo slow. I cannot believe we haven't even got to Wisconsin by the end of season 1. There is too much meaningless style like the slightly slow motion extreme close-ups of candles/matches.

    Contrast this interpretation with the excellent Leftovers, similarly based on a book. First season was essentially    I love the book, but the show, er, no. The acting is great but the pace is tooooooo slow. I cannot believe we haven't even got to Wisconsin by the end of season 1. There is too much meaningless style like the slightly slow motion extreme close-ups of candles/matches.

    Contrast this interpretation with the excellent Leftovers, similarly based on a book. First season was essentially the story from the book. I wondered where we could possibly go with it, but wow, it kept getting better and better.    … Expand
  59. Kieselsteinchen
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    Have you ever thought what would happen if some “old” greek, nordic or roman Gods had a tee party with Jesus? Or what Thor the god of thunder does in his free time? Yes? Well then American Gods is just perfect for you.

    American Gods is a TV series, consisting of one season with 8 episodes. The Drama-Fantasy series features famous actors like Ricky Whittle (Shadow Moon), Emily Browning    Have you ever thought what would happen if some “old” greek, nordic or roman Gods had a tee party with Jesus? Or what Thor the god of thunder does in his free time? Yes? Well then American Gods is just perfect for you.

    American Gods is a TV series, consisting of one season with 8 episodes. The Drama-Fantasy series features famous actors like Ricky Whittle (Shadow Moon), Emily Browning (Laura Moon) and golden Globe winner Ian McShane (Wednesday). The whole series is based on the eponymous book by Nail Gaiman.

    The story is great in my opinion. To keep it short: Shadow Moon, a prisoner only has a few more days until he can return to his Wife. Just days before his official release he gets told that he can leave earlier.....and that his wife dies in a car crash. He leaves without any hope on the airport he meets Wednesday and that where things start to get crazy. In the following days he will meet an antisocial Goblin, a couple of murderous gods and his own fate.

    Although the series got a great meta score and good ratings it may not be for everyone, its still a fantasy series, don't worry there are no dragons or dwarfs running around neither are there orcs, but it has some more explicit scenes. This is what gives the series an FSK 18+    … Expand
  60. luke100
    Jan 11, 2018
    9
    Its slow tempo might not suit everyone, but the amazing visuals from Bryan Fuller (Hannibal's creator proves his eye for tempting shots gets sharper with every episode) and the way it smartly and understandably expands on the already amazing novel deserves some of the highest praise.
  61. All_ButTrU4
    Jan 4, 2022
    7
    I expect only great things out of the series. A beautiful medley of psychedelic visuals and phenomenal acting, this series is going to be a blast to watch each week. With a pedigree of the cast (So much street cred here), I don't see them doing wrong.

    American Gods contains the potential to develop into a great series but only if it rids itself of the issues inherent in the presentation    I expect only great things out of the series. A beautiful medley of psychedelic visuals and phenomenal acting, this series is going to be a blast to watch each week. With a pedigree of the cast (So much street cred here), I don't see them doing wrong.

    American Gods contains the potential to develop into a great series but only if it rids itself of the issues inherent in the presentation of its pilot season.

    Unfortunately, the first episode throws you into a collage of confusing and entangled plots which only fully materialize themselves after the viewer gets halfway through the season. The series plays with absurd, black comedy in order to lighten the overall mood of the story-which itself is rather dark and, at times, a depressing reflection on a collective psyche burdening humanity as a whole.

    The protagonist, Shadow Moon, is a well-developed and relatable character who is introduced to Mr. Wednesday, a powerful and enigmatic figure who attempts to guide both Shadow and the viewer through extensive lore established by Neil Gaiman. Gaiman attempted to accurately convey American culture through the gods and various idols people choose to devote their entire lives pursuing, but this message isn't exactly explicit until-like I said-halfway through the story.

    The female lead is well-acted but poorly developed into a character the writers are desperately trying to make the viewer not hate. But truthfully, her actions throughout the story communicate a very selfish individual who still ends up incredibly privileged despite literally being the most destructive companion Shadow could entertain. Because they've already painted her in such a negative light, even the actor most likely can't salvage such a bad first impression.

    The biggest issue with American Gods is the fact that it's been condensed into few too many episodes to properly do justice to the source, but it still has the potential to move beyond initial awkward mishaps by dedicating more episodes to creating better exposition in the next season. The first two episodes are generally incoherent, but the time dedicated to Shadow's backstory just barely manages to retain a viewer's interest. Not a bad choice, by any means, but disappointing because it could've achieved something much greater in its ambition.    … Expand
  62. geewah
    Mar 30, 2021
    7
    An ambitious show that on the whole is pulled off reasonably well.
    At times the story does fall flat and can't keep up with the visual splendor Fuller is trying to create.

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77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Lorraine Ali
    May 1, 2017
    80
    The result is a wonderfully eclectic mix of gory bloodlust and fairy whimsy, ethereal beauty and tenement apartment realism. Special effects are masterfully used throughout American Gods to thrust viewers into alternate dimensions or let us know something otherworldly is about to happen. And when American Gods does get all supernatural, it’s beautiful.
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  2. Salon
    Reviewed by: Melanie McFarland
    May 1, 2017
    100
    The conscientious visual style that Fuller honed on “Hannibal” achieves riotous new heights of sensuality in this series. Green, a DC Comics veteran whose television credits include serving as an executive producer on “Heroes,” aids in harmonizing the story’s surfeit of histories and personalities into an intelligible and spellbinding structure.
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  3. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: Sophie Gilbert
    May 1, 2017
    60
    The eight-episode show fantasia of ancient mythology and Americana is gorgeously conceived, vastly imaginative, and ludicrously over the top. It also unfortunately falls sway to the worst, most self-indulgent excesses of prestige television, namely terrible pacing, prodigal violence, and a thuddingly unsubtle score that often feels better suited to a high-budget porn film.
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