Kaleidoscope
Netflix | Release Date: January 1, 2023
5.5
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Mixed or average reviews based on 19 Ratings
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TVJerryJan 10, 2023
This is basically an elaborate hi-tech heist film stretched into 9 one-hour episodes. The gimmick is that viewers can watch the series in any order and it'll still work. I watched the first 2, then skipped to the final one, then went back toThis is basically an elaborate hi-tech heist film stretched into 9 one-hour episodes. The gimmick is that viewers can watch the series in any order and it'll still work. I watched the first 2, then skipped to the final one, then went back to catch a bit of another one. My conclusion is that it doesn't matter, because it's not a particularly interesting movie. Giancarlo Esposito heads the cast, assembling a crew of specialists to steal $7 billion from a highly fortified facility. There are decent action beats, but nothing about the characters or the story seemed anything other than formula.… Expand
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TomHugJan 9, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Potentially great cast, but they needed less gimmick, and more plot. Generally entertaining, but with several major glaring flaws. The out of order sequence doesn't really enhance the story line or provide any illumination. There are many, many time-worn tropes here. By the time everyone dies, the characters that we used to care about have been so eroded and corrupted using tired time-worn tropes that it's almost a relief (Harsh, I know). Also, the director could not decide whether this was witty tongue in cheek send-up after the manner of Ocean's 11, or something else. Did not work in either direction.… Expand
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MatJokerJan 1, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Watch the White episode for last. No matter what Netflix shows to you.

It's a cleaver attempt to do a watch as you like séries. Nevertheless, the screenplay or the storie is not as inventive as the ideia of the show. 3 episodes is good fun, though.… Expand
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EludiumQ36Jan 23, 2023
"Kaleidoscope" (single season, 8 eps, 50-mins, Netflix) is a solid, based on true story mega-heist ($7B in bonds) series that's offered to viewers in an almost random order. The span of episodes ranges from 24 yrs before the heist to 6-months"Kaleidoscope" (single season, 8 eps, 50-mins, Netflix) is a solid, based on true story mega-heist ($7B in bonds) series that's offered to viewers in an almost random order. The span of episodes ranges from 24 yrs before the heist to 6-months after it. I did not opt for the random order which likely increased my enjoyment 10-fold compared to others you'll notice. I watched in chrono order: Black (only 1-min long), Violet, Green, Yellow, Orange, Blue, White, Red, and Pink. The tale is a good mix of Ocean-11-esque heist, revenge, betrayal, regret, family ties, FBI priorities, etc. There's a lot there to keep you interested. Production values are solid as was the casting/acting and direction. Definitely one of the better series you'll find from Netflix.… Expand
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JLuis_001Aug 20, 2023
Having the option to select any episode at random to advance the story held an intriguing appeal. However, I personally chose to follow the events chronologically, so the experience ended up being quite was linear for me and problematicallyHaving the option to select any episode at random to advance the story held an intriguing appeal. However, I personally chose to follow the events chronologically, so the experience ended up being quite was linear for me and problematically for its results it, the story showed it had absolutely nothing new to bring to the table.

This is a story about betrayal and revenge. A thief who was in prison and will collect his debt from the one who put him there.
The plot involves a heist, orchestrated by a team of six members, each possessing unique personalities and motivations.

You could tell me it's a spin-off of Ocean's Eleven and I would understand and criticize it as such. And I'm talking about the version of Clooney and his gang.

The series has merit in its ability to provide entertainment, and Giancarlo Esposito's skillful leadership as the main character shines, even given the relatively modest demands the role made on him as an actor.

Beyond these points, however, it's clear why this series flew under the radar upon its release on Netflix earlier this year. Since then, I have yet to find anyone who has seen it.

It's an ok show to watch, just adjust your expectations accordingly.… Expand
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KarmelJan 7, 2023
Interesting concept that does technically work, but not worth it for the predictable superficial story. It's similar to Black Mirror: Bandersnatch in playing with the medium of television which I appreciate. But unlike Bandersnatch, whichInteresting concept that does technically work, but not worth it for the predictable superficial story. It's similar to Black Mirror: Bandersnatch in playing with the medium of television which I appreciate. But unlike Bandersnatch, which doesn't overstay its welcome, you get tired of this gimmick 2 episodes in and you're left wishing the actual plot was any good. It's a waste of a great cast.… Expand
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