Sense8

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 5, 2015
Season #: 2, 1
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  1. eva3si0n
    Jun 2, 2017
    8
    Sense8 differs from the majority of modern series in the plot. Here not 1 and not 2 active actions in a plot, and whole 8! Each character is well registered by screenwriters, at everyone the world and the life. The tie is untwisted very slowly, only to the middle of the first season. To understand motives of the main antagonist it turns out only closer to the season final. But WhispersSense8 differs from the majority of modern series in the plot. Here not 1 and not 2 active actions in a plot, and whole 8! Each character is well registered by screenwriters, at everyone the world and the life. The tie is untwisted very slowly, only to the middle of the first season. To understand motives of the main antagonist it turns out only closer to the season final. But Whispers simply cool antagonist. And as for LGBT content, there is a lot of it, very much there is even a lot of.… Expand
  2. scottNatlanta
    Mar 24, 2017
    9
    At first it was a little confusing. I think a little more back story would have helped, but as you moved forward into more episodes you really started to root for some of the characters. You could see that people from different parts of the world in so many different circumstances had something to add to each other that seemed to make them more "whole". I found the further along theAt first it was a little confusing. I think a little more back story would have helped, but as you moved forward into more episodes you really started to root for some of the characters. You could see that people from different parts of the world in so many different circumstances had something to add to each other that seemed to make them more "whole". I found the further along the episodes went the more compelling it became. I am looking forward to seeing the rest of season 2.… Expand
  3. Kaija207
    May 6, 2017
    10
    Love this series! Already can't wait for the next season. I never write reviews but had to for this series. First of all it is hard to find anything these days that isn't somewhat predictable. Sense8 is not predictable at all. You do have to pay attention especially in the beginning. I love the fact that this crosses so many walks of life. There are so many high impact scenes that ILove this series! Already can't wait for the next season. I never write reviews but had to for this series. First of all it is hard to find anything these days that isn't somewhat predictable. Sense8 is not predictable at all. You do have to pay attention especially in the beginning. I love the fact that this crosses so many walks of life. There are so many high impact scenes that I find myself on the verge of tears often. (I know, sappy). But it shows the impact that the series has. There is something here for everyone especially the open minded...… Expand
  4. XSydburn04
    Jun 6, 2015
    10
    This show deserves some love. It is not your typical TV show. The story is confusing from the first 3 episodes but it will grow on you as you continue. The comedy bits are funny without exaggerating. Here's hoping for season 2. Great acting from the whole cast. Lito and Sun are my favorites. Keep 'em coming!
  5. edicius4
    Jun 10, 2015
    2
    I feel like I'm watching Cloud Atlas as a less interesting TV Show.

    The story was nothing but a diatribe about new age spiritualism, much as the second and third Matrix movies were. It became a heavy handed pro-Buddhist, pro-LGBT, anti-conservatism. And I am not a conservative. But I want to watch something for it story, not to see to be told how smart and deep the writers and    I feel like I'm watching Cloud Atlas as a less interesting TV Show.

    The story was nothing but a diatribe about new age spiritualism, much as the second and third Matrix movies were. It became a heavy handed pro-Buddhist, pro-LGBT, anti-conservatism. And I am not a conservative. But I want to watch something for it story, not to see to be told how smart and deep the writers and directors are.

    And the close-up on the **** shinning and dripping in female vaginal liquids, after a graphic sex scene of the two lesbians, was unnecessary and disgusting. And I have nothing against gays.

    But would you show a close up of a used condom filled with semen after a man had sex? No you would not.

    Ignoring the preachy heavy handed and often didactic dialogue that just had to explain every philosophy and even what sen-sates are...it still had a boring and uninteresting story.

    How original; people from different background and places brought together by events in the story... like that trope hasn't been beat to death yet.    … Expand
  6. LinkIntoThePast
    Jun 7, 2015
    10
    I just finished watching all 12 episodes. I had absolutely no problem following the plot.

    Episodes 1 through 3 focus on character development, but still move the plot along. I really enjoyed watching Sense8. I rated it 10 / 10 on IMDb. Once the character development is completed the story builds to a breakneck pace towards the end of episode 12. The viewing time is closer to 10    I just finished watching all 12 episodes. I had absolutely no problem following the plot.

    Episodes 1 through 3 focus on character development, but still move the plot along.

    I really enjoyed watching Sense8. I rated it 10 / 10 on IMDb. Once the character development is completed the story builds to a breakneck pace towards the end of episode 12.

    The viewing time is closer to 10 hours and 30 minutes. The average length of an episode is around 50 to 52 minutes. Sense8 is more like a 10 1/2 hour film than a television series.

    Writing, directing, acting, production design, editing, sound editing, music arrangement and music editing are all excellent.    … Expand
  7. DakotaFred
    Jun 11, 2015
    1
    Meh. Started off kind of interesting, but after watching half of the first season I find it becoming a little boring and predictable as the story unfolds. Add to that the constant and completely unnecessary OTT gay sex and nudity... it all feels lacking and cheaply cliche to me. This recent trend of shows hammering away at viewers with the typical nude-gay-shock desensitization tactics isMeh. Started off kind of interesting, but after watching half of the first season I find it becoming a little boring and predictable as the story unfolds. Add to that the constant and completely unnecessary OTT gay sex and nudity... it all feels lacking and cheaply cliche to me. This recent trend of shows hammering away at viewers with the typical nude-gay-shock desensitization tactics is getting really friggin old fast. Netflix, you can do much much better.… Expand
  8. MrRan
    Jun 5, 2015
    5
    OMG ... what is this show.. The very 10 minutes were so good, I was hooked... then, every second after that was straight awful. God awful.. There was no focus.
  9. rdelee123
    Jun 9, 2015
    1
    fail... the characters I liked had lack of dimensions. Centralized on a few, minor characters, such as Sun, used as utility, like muscle or fighting. Lack of development for the more interesting characters, like Sun, Lito, and Capheus to name a few. Come on, Netflix. I hope that that was just a preamble. Why does Nomy have to cry all the time, or be put in that situation? Other thanfail... the characters I liked had lack of dimensions. Centralized on a few, minor characters, such as Sun, used as utility, like muscle or fighting. Lack of development for the more interesting characters, like Sun, Lito, and Capheus to name a few. Come on, Netflix. I hope that that was just a preamble. Why does Nomy have to cry all the time, or be put in that situation? Other than sensationalist plots that seem to be the focus, be they from sexual or highly unlikely scenarios, like lobotomies being performed in San Fran. in anti-homosexual clinics (?), and ethnocentric love-pairings, what else is there?

    God, such a missed opportunity.    … Expand
  10. amerced17
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    I am very surprised whit this show is super great absolutely love it I have never watched 12 episodes in 2 day I started watching it and I couldn't put it down can wait for season 2 they should make 24 episodes plzz love the characters I liteally want more espisod im not say much just watch it you wont be disapoointed some pople I f you don't like the show you cant please everybody!
  11. crabapple
    Jun 19, 2015
    0
    Well shot with crap storytelling. Became a painful chore to watch at episode 3. It was not interesting and felt like they were just trying to fill the hours instead of focusing on plot and story. Each episode has at best 10 minutes of plot. More about characters breaking traditional social norms than sci-fi. Brings absolutely nothing new to the table. Was not entertained.
  12. Maladroit
    Jun 7, 2015
    5
    Dreadfully slow, with sprints of incoherent storytelling. We have the Mexico storyline, poorly acted and out of place and then the San Francisco one that just heightens what is left of any potential for the show. It is well filmed and given the locations makes it more intriguing, but not by much.
  13. Glen
    Jun 10, 2015
    1
    Senseless on many levels. Like so many previous Wachowski misfires, the narrative refuses to make sense, and it is obsessively larded with strong physical sex, both straight and LGBT. I quit after episode 2.
  14. RandleR
    Jun 6, 2015
    9
    Having watched to Episode 5 so far I love the way this is unfolding as the characters become aware of their connections. Patience is a virtue with this series , it gets better with each episode
  15. ericdanes2012
    Jun 8, 2015
    10
    One of (many) things I HATE about network dramas is how cookie-cutter they are and how more often than not, they're these formulaic monsters where the plot changes from week-to-week, but ultimately, the plot ends by the 55-minute mark.

    I like series that are in novel format and I love stories with many diverse characters. Ever since I first read Stephen King's The Stand and It, I love    One of (many) things I HATE about network dramas is how cookie-cutter they are and how more often than not, they're these formulaic monsters where the plot changes from week-to-week, but ultimately, the plot ends by the 55-minute mark.

    I like series that are in novel format and I love stories with many diverse characters. Ever since I first read Stephen King's The Stand and It, I love stories with a large set of characters.

    Sense8 is unlike everything else and I love that.    … Expand
  16. beht
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    This show caught me somewhat by surprise. It's pretty well useless to try to slap a genre onto it, and this is a good thing. The first episode was just nearly impossible to understand, and the second didn't elucidate much either. But then I realized after awhile that the characters and situations and sheer scope of this series drew me in with an incredibly emotional pull. Unique is a weakThis show caught me somewhat by surprise. It's pretty well useless to try to slap a genre onto it, and this is a good thing. The first episode was just nearly impossible to understand, and the second didn't elucidate much either. But then I realized after awhile that the characters and situations and sheer scope of this series drew me in with an incredibly emotional pull. Unique is a weak word to use to describe what's on offer here. You soon realize that it's not the narrative complexity that makes this show so fascinating, but the emotional complexity that makes it one of the most beautiful 12 episodes of anything I've ever seen.… Expand
  17. JuanAcevedo
    Jun 7, 2015
    10
    I have seen the whole first season by now and I believe it is absolutely brilliant. The scenography is completely amazing, the characters are perfectly construed and the plot is genius.
  18. QuidditchX
    Jun 8, 2015
    9
    My initial reaction for three episodes was WTF? But by the end of the season, I was kind of in awe of the whole thing-- it's ambitious and really made use of its central conceit. Treat the entire first season as an entire movie-- the first few episodes are just set-up.
  19. acg3884
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    Such a new and novel concept for sci-fi fans. It took a couple of episodes to understand what was happening but once you grasp a hold of what the writers are trying to do it becomes a wonderful show to watch. By the end of season 1 you're absolutely hooked, the last episode shows you what the previous 11 episodes have been building up to. Not much of a spoiler, but episode 12 is awesome!Such a new and novel concept for sci-fi fans. It took a couple of episodes to understand what was happening but once you grasp a hold of what the writers are trying to do it becomes a wonderful show to watch. By the end of season 1 you're absolutely hooked, the last episode shows you what the previous 11 episodes have been building up to. Not much of a spoiler, but episode 12 is awesome! If netflix renews season 2 the writers can take this show absolutely anywhere they want to. Very much looking forward to the follow-up season. I've been looking for another sic-fi show to get hooked on for a while now, and this is the one.… Expand
  20. Magicleviathan
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    Sense8 is one of the most amazing shows i have ever seen with a diverse set of characters that have different beliefs, religions, ethnicity and LGBT. They also all have amazing personality's i fell in love with them right away. the story is amazing, interesting and exciting i just cant stop watching sadly i have seen all of the first season and cant wait for the second.
  21. abigailw
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    Sense8 is a hot sexy mess of a show. It’s got german safe-cracking, san-fran pride-parades, telepathic kick-boxing, a mexican gay telenovela, daily life in african slums, chicago crime-investigating cops, transgender hackers, bollywood dance-numbers, and psychic orgies. Yeah. Psychic orgies. And live births on screen.

    It’s also the closest thing to a movie/television adaptation of    Sense8 is a hot sexy mess of a show. It’s got german safe-cracking, san-fran pride-parades, telepathic kick-boxing, a mexican gay telenovela, daily life in african slums, chicago crime-investigating cops, transgender hackers, bollywood dance-numbers, and psychic orgies. Yeah. Psychic orgies. And live births on screen.

    It’s also the closest thing to a movie/television adaptation of Octavia Butler’s Patternist series that's been made. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Octavia Butler, she’s the only African American woman to have won the Hugo and Nebula awards for science fiction writing. As you might imagine, Octavia Butler had unique sensibilities about what a compelling science fiction story would entail; and one of the hallmarks of her storytelling is the theme of telepathy and telepaths, and her interest in issues of race and gender, which were all developed in her Seed to Harvest series. The first season of Sense8 is, very roughly speaking, a modern adaptation of Mind of My Mind, and with the Babylon 5 creator and Matrix directors at the helm, it’s obvious that this could easily be a 5+ season long arc, and go as epic as covering the entire Seed to Harvest storyline. And that’s what makes Sense8 groundbreaking sci-fi: it’s easily the best portrayal of telepaths in a sci-fi series ever made.

    The first season is 12 hours long, with the first four hours devoted to our telepaths slowly getting up inside each others heads; the second four hours being something of a psychic orgy as they figure out how to communicate with each other; and the last four hours is an operatic birth of telepathically choreographed action. And the telepathic choreography they pull off is *tight*.

    Sense8 is very possibly the culmination of the Wachowski’s career so far; and it’s great to see them take all the best parts from Bound, Matrix, and Cloud Atlas and incorporate it in this new series. The first season is definitely filmed with bing viewing and passive-viewing in mind. It’s Cloud Atlas meets Lost meets Heroes; with a 21st century sex-ed course mixed in; and dialed up to a 13 out of 10.

    Netflix and streaming television is arguably a better medium for the Wachowskis, and maybe they should have moved over to television awhile ago. Somewhere along the way, it occurred to someone that maybe instead of spending $100M trying to recreate 2 hours of special effects as good as the Matrix, maybe they should just spend $100M on an entire season and make 12 hours of television. And whoever made that decision should get a gold star or something.

    Be warned: the series starts out slow. By the Wachowski’s standards, excruciatingly slow. Yet intimately so. It’s obvious that they’re getting a chance to tell intimate stories, and do the kind of character development they’ve not had the opportunity to do before. If Cloud Atlas was a warm-up exercise; Sense8 is a 12 hour long sequel. Some people might be terrified of the prospect of sitting through a 12 hour long sequel to Cloud Atlas. But fans of shows like Lost and Heroes will feel totally at home.

    By comparison, Lost went through 24 episodes before they even introduced the Dharma Initiative; and went through 96 episodes before they explained what the Incident was in it’s penultimate Season 5. So, by comparison, that Sense8 only takes 4 hours to start getting into it’s action groove is entirely reasonable. Especially when the action sequences include bullet-time effects and special effect sequences inspired by the Matrix.

    Sense8 takes a smart editing technique from Cloud Atlas, in that each of it’s character’s story arc is a mini-genre. So, you’re very much getting 8 different mini-movies, interwoven with each other. The Wachowskis are pushing a new approach to storytelling using a new medium. The result of which is that the mini-movies in Sense8 provide something for everyone.

    Also, Sense8 has got some of the best portrayals of LGBT characters ever done in a sci-fi series; and is radically inclusive in terms of gender and race. It's entire premise is set up as a way to discuss issues around race, sex, gender, privacy, power, and social justice.

    Personally, after watching the entire first season, I'd go so far as to say that it's the Wachowski's best work since the Matrix. It's a different medium, and a different kind of story telling, so try watching it with an open mind. There are moments when it gets hokey and hippie-dippie with the "we're all connected" new-age vibe. But those are themes the Wachowski's have been exploring in almost all their movies, so it should come as no surprise.

    Oh, and did I mention the psychic orgies and telepathic kickboxing?    … Expand
  22. javidial
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    I absolutely enjoyed watching the whole series in 5 days. I can understand that the show sometimes go a bit slow, but because you have the whole season to watch and it gets better and better, I think the show is visually beautiful, sexy. And the way the edit the show is very clever.
  23. 0405182a
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    This show, for me is officially the best show I've ever seen! If you stick with it you will fall in love with it. Hope to god they make a season 2! It is Original, and very stylish! The action scenes are so will choreographed, and the introduction to the characters and the development of each character is amazing. Well done Netflix.
  24. marco34la
    Jun 10, 2015
    1
    This was the most disappointing series ever. The trailer made it look so suspenseful and exciting, yet it's a slow-moving bore. If you were a fan of LOST, you will remember how there were flashback stories for each character, filling in pieces of their history which helped us see who they were before they got to the island and or how they got to the island. Sense8 is basically 8 storiesThis was the most disappointing series ever. The trailer made it look so suspenseful and exciting, yet it's a slow-moving bore. If you were a fan of LOST, you will remember how there were flashback stories for each character, filling in pieces of their history which helped us see who they were before they got to the island and or how they got to the island. Sense8 is basically 8 stories cut together in each episode and sometimes they overlap. The trailers suggest OVERLAP... is the main feature, yet the series neglects to overlap enough to make the stories compelling enough. I struggled through 8 1/2 episodes, waiting, hoping, praying, that things would pay off and kick-in to gear, but it just didn't happen. Such a waste of time.… Expand
  25. zaziuma
    Jun 10, 2015
    8
    I went into this not knowing what to expect, but I came out of it surprisingly pleased. The show provides you with interesting characters, each with their own storyline, and all of them at decent to great. There are some unique things the series can do with the premise of characters being able to take over the others, sadly the first season doesn't provide that much of that, but when itI went into this not knowing what to expect, but I came out of it surprisingly pleased. The show provides you with interesting characters, each with their own storyline, and all of them at decent to great. There are some unique things the series can do with the premise of characters being able to take over the others, sadly the first season doesn't provide that much of that, but when it does, it really show the strength of the show.

    One thing I do wish they expanded more on than they did was the main story, as they kind of left that out of most of the episodes, only rarely coming back to it, but in the last few episodes they picked up on that much more, and they also finally got characters to meet up in real life (I wonder how interacting with people will work, they should expand on that in the future seasons!)

    There are some issues though, the main one being that at times, I find myself not interested in some of the stories and would rather focus on others, but the show at the very least doesn't focus too long on one story, so that is not too much of an issue most of the time, and it will generally throw something at you which makes you sit up in your chair again and go "oh crap!" It may also be a bit too slow for some people, there's a lot of talking, yet not much action, and since it's suppose to be part drama part sci-fi, you would expect more action. That being said, it once again does have great action scenes when they do happen, which do use the various characters, so that's nice.

    Overall, the first season is great, and hopefully they keep this up, I can't wait to see what will happen in the future, and Netflix has once again shown what great original content that they can produce.    … Expand
  26. Carmichael
    Jun 15, 2015
    10
    This show is amazing. It's true that the story unfolds slowly and you have to invest time in the beginning. But the reward is worth it. I've fallen in love with the characters!
    I would recommend everybody to give it a shot :)
  27. eljayson
    Jun 10, 2015
    8
    I loved this show, I care for each character and the concept is amazing, the production value and the amazing interaction in all these countries was also great. Also for the first time each country was treated with awe and respect something rarely seen in US shows. I applaud this effort by The Wachowskis, can't wait for Season 2.
  28. MovieGal2016
    Jun 16, 2015
    10
    Groundbreaking - gorgeous - interesting!! I loved this show. I'll admit that the first couple of episodes start out a bit slowly but the series is absolutely worth the patience required to stay with those opening episodes. Best television out there. Characters multidimensional and plot intriguing. Thank you Netflix for this great show! Way to go!
  29. Vadeinspace
    Aug 6, 2015
    10
    Absolutely astonishing. The fact that a multicultural, action packed, jauntily controversial and easily relatable show that appeals to almost every demographic out there, still manages to assemble acting, script, screenplay, atmosphere AND pace so good it almost makes you rip your eyes out wondering how the heck it isn't renewed yet. This series a breath of fresh air, I have neverAbsolutely astonishing. The fact that a multicultural, action packed, jauntily controversial and easily relatable show that appeals to almost every demographic out there, still manages to assemble acting, script, screenplay, atmosphere AND pace so good it almost makes you rip your eyes out wondering how the heck it isn't renewed yet. This series a breath of fresh air, I have never experienced such an articulate story with so many main appealing characters, without losing touch with every single one of them.
    I mean, every actor is hand picked and perfect for their role, proof of it is that you could write a series on each of them alone, and it would still sound good.
    My sincere congratulations to all the people involved.    … Expand
  30. Rex_richards
    Jun 13, 2015
    10
    Looks amazing. Very naughty with lots of rude bits and nudity. Very much written for adults, inasmuch as written with real maturity and subtle knowledge of the human condition. Kind of like a much much much better version of the leftovers with a 'evil sinister force' thing going on.
  31. goodorbad
    Jun 30, 2015
    10
    I can only tell you that it took me to a place that made me think. Possibilities are endless the mix of sexuality and the diversity of the cast is brilliant. New viewing experience left me wanting more!!!
  32. Mihipo1990
    Jul 14, 2015
    9
    In bed with flu', stumbled upon Sense8, and have feasted on eps for two days, I am now deeply engaged in the lives of these unlikely characters. So beautiful and flawed, a cacophony of colour, chaos and hope. I love it, can't wait for more, thank you Netfilx for another glorious, challenging 21st century tale.
  33. preshlen
    Aug 24, 2015
    10
    if anyone find it late to "get going" after episode 6, check out the widely acclaimed Game of Thrones, which got going after season 3 ... give it time. Lets at least hope it will not become another "arrow" ..
  34. chrisvb
    Jun 6, 2015
    2
    I'm not a huge fan. I liked most of the characters, but about half way through the second episode it just fell apart. It's a shame too because after the first episode I really thought this would be a great show.
  35. SheikhSteve
    Sep 22, 2015
    0
    I am sorry, I really wanted to enjoy this program, but I had to stop watching it as it just seems to be a LGBT mouthpiece and it really spoils the show. Stop ramming it down our throats and make a show that is representative of the population, instead of promoting your own agenda.
  36. geno95
    Jun 11, 2015
    1
    What a load of rubbish this is,ive watched 5 eps now and its still going nowhere,you need to grip yr viewers from the start,not bore them,loved the matrix,give this a miss,yrll feel yr life has been robbed of 5hrs plus,rubbish.
  37. Bo33y
    Jun 6, 2015
    3
    Typical Flix has great idea's reading better on paper.

    Ordinary people with extraordinary personalities, in extraordinary locations, compenstating for the lack of SYFI. Granted showing many mixed cultures, themes, however some of these are incredibly convoluted within a lot of ficton. Annoyingly the lack of SYFI, because any emphasis is focusing entirely on the characters, not much of    Typical Flix has great idea's reading better on paper.

    Ordinary people with extraordinary personalities, in extraordinary locations, compenstating for the lack of SYFI. Granted showing many mixed cultures, themes, however some of these are incredibly convoluted within a lot of ficton. Annoyingly the lack of SYFI, because any emphasis is focusing entirely on the characters, not much of a problem if there was more of a story behind driving them. rather than any hipster trends.

    Can pratically see season two, there are 8 lets kill a few, focusing on the other elements which haven't been given much thought, the pursuers, compensating, for all those 5 minutes of action found in each episode with the incredibly bad soundtracks played during that pacing.

    In truth I watched 1 and half episodes before fastfowarding watched parts of later episodes and the ending, it was naff

    The day Matrix + Babylon 5 equals "Touch" is the day I Firestarter

    Avoid    … Expand
  38. ignore78
    Jun 18, 2015
    3
    This was not good. Its slow and boring. The end sucked big time. The mexican story and the lesbian couple story was the most interesting. They played best. everyone else was mediocre.
  39. Gamerjoe1020
    Jun 8, 2015
    10
    I finished it off over the weekend and it is 1) *gorgeous* looking and 2) one of best examples of music I can remember, both as a plot device and as soundtrack/score.

    A lot of it worked for me…Lito, especially with Hernando, Sun’s entire story, everything Riley after she goes to Iceland, Wolfgang’s bad-assery, Capheus’ optimism. I also thought the “visiting” scenes were really well    I finished it off over the weekend and it is 1) *gorgeous* looking and 2) one of best examples of music I can remember, both as a plot device and as soundtrack/score.

    A lot of it worked for me…Lito, especially with Hernando, Sun’s entire story, everything Riley after she goes to Iceland, Wolfgang’s bad-assery, Capheus’ optimism. I also thought the “visiting” scenes were really well done.    … Expand
  40. JazzLover
    Jun 8, 2015
    10
    I just finished the entire series last night and I really like it!! Yes, there is A LOT going on. It kinda reminds me of Lost (and not just because of Sayid) which is a good and bad thing because Lost had A LOT going on in it too and we all know how that ended….
  41. ana_melinte90
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    This is the best series of the year!! Characters, plot, the culture of the different cities. Everything. A must-watch. It is definitely the best show i've seen this year.
  42. barnbrat
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    What a great series this is. Its meant to be watched pretty much all at once- maybe over a weekend or something but definitely not over a span of months because you'll get confused. But its magic if you watch it in a short period of time. Absolute magic!
  43. Carthradge
    Aug 29, 2015
    10
    Best show I have ever watched, and I don't mean that lightly.

    Only bad part is if you're not comfortable with in your face homosexuality. It doesn't bother me (don't enjoy it myself , so I just look away).
  44. dryerlaw
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    Very believable characters that makes you emotionally invested in each one of them. Very diverse in culture & character building. Great action. Great drama.
  45. disobedientlib
    Jun 17, 2015
    9
    A slow-burn, complex character and cultural study, wrapped the guise of a sci-fi action show (and it does have some very good action set pieces). The fact that the show has such a diverse cast and takes place in such diverse settings involving interesting characters, makes it worth watching. It has TWO gay protagonists (one who is Mexican and another transgender!), along with charactersA slow-burn, complex character and cultural study, wrapped the guise of a sci-fi action show (and it does have some very good action set pieces). The fact that the show has such a diverse cast and takes place in such diverse settings involving interesting characters, makes it worth watching. It has TWO gay protagonists (one who is Mexican and another transgender!), along with characters from Korea, India, Kenya, Iceland and Germany. But you do have to come in with some suspension of disbelief in the sci-fi and plot elements, which make little sense on their own. But as a vehicle to get these diverse characters talking to and supporting one another, it makes perfect sense. I hope they continue this into Season 2, so some of the broader plot elements can be resolved, but if not, it still makes for riveting television.… Expand
  46. Nikola
    Jun 24, 2015
    8
    Great idea. Many of the characters in the series caused a bit slower development of the story.
    In general I am satisfied with the way the series is done.
    The biggest objections were too many main characters in the series, and it seems to me that the end of the season was done in a last resort.
    However, highly recommended series, and I repeat great idea.
  47. StolenKarma
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    I love it. It's an extremely ambitious series thematically, both in the diverse backgrounds of its many characters and the exploration of spiritual and telepathic connections. There are many powerful emotional moments in the first season as well as some excellent action sequences. It takes a long time to set up backgrounds for such a large cast, and I'm optimistic that now that they haveI love it. It's an extremely ambitious series thematically, both in the diverse backgrounds of its many characters and the exploration of spiritual and telepathic connections. There are many powerful emotional moments in the first season as well as some excellent action sequences. It takes a long time to set up backgrounds for such a large cast, and I'm optimistic that now that they have been able to establish the characters and set up the world that the plot will really be able to take off in Season 2.… Expand
  48. Lsherman3
    Jul 13, 2015
    10
    My husband wanted to watch this show and I didn't know if I'd like it or not in the first few episodes. It was a bit chaotic and hard to follow at first, but I know that in the first few episodes of any show it may not be a good representation because they are finding their footing. After episode three I was hooked, and fell in love with it. Great characters and the synergy thatMy husband wanted to watch this show and I didn't know if I'd like it or not in the first few episodes. It was a bit chaotic and hard to follow at first, but I know that in the first few episodes of any show it may not be a good representation because they are finding their footing. After episode three I was hooked, and fell in love with it. Great characters and the synergy that develops is wonderful. By the last episode we were very happy with the end of season one, and hopefully there will be more shows.… Expand
  49. toliverjohn
    Jun 19, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ver.........y slow start. I feel there is an overload of gay stuff. Of course you cannot watch anything anymore without gay stuff.

    That said, I like the fact that each character is given time to develop. This is also science fiction with a very complex story line. It is an excellent series to binge watch. The slow start is due to the series looking at 8 individuals plus Darryl Hannah.

    The locations and photography are amazing.    … Expand
  50. Krypto_Dogg
    Sep 28, 2015
    6
    This is not a great show, to say so is an objective lie. I was entertained however. I just kept watching and suddenly, it was like "I get it" without really getting it. I'm not a prude whatsoever, I'm not homophobic whatsoever, but I don't really agree with mashing or taping sexuality onto a story or movie makes it "edgy." This could have been a good story with 100% of the sex andThis is not a great show, to say so is an objective lie. I was entertained however. I just kept watching and suddenly, it was like "I get it" without really getting it. I'm not a prude whatsoever, I'm not homophobic whatsoever, but I don't really agree with mashing or taping sexuality onto a story or movie makes it "edgy." This could have been a good story with 100% of the sex and sexuality parts of it removed. In most places across the globe since sex is a private thing and for the most part devoid of thought and conversation, it will never serve to advance a fiction story. Kissing and fading to black is fine. Heck, even lying in bed naked talking is fine. If you're a believe in nothing belongs in a story that doesn't advance a character or plot, sex scenes never serve to do this and rarely do, even when they're enjoyable. I can always watch porn for those things. Heck, why don't Hollywood movie directors try their hand at porn every once in a while if they want to make sex beautiful?

    Not sure if another season needs to exist as it is. I'd pull it a bit more down to Earth and make the plot and story more concrete and maybe it can work. I'm not sure if vagueness and mystery can carry a show on throughout the years.    … Expand
  51. reanaa
    Jul 21, 2015
    10
    I love this show. You have to make it through the first three episodes before you become hooked, but it is oh so worth it. This is one of the most original things I have ever seen in TV or the movies. I feel madly in love with each character whom are deeply developed and extremely interesting. Yeah netflix for having the courage to make this show.
  52. Jeroen15
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    although it has a slow start sense 8 is very addictive, only made more interesting by its incredibly diverse pool of characters, a great thing about this show is that it doesn't fit into any genre, its its own genre, i do not recommend this show to anyone who is anti-gay for the show is very LGBT oriented
  53. elishapaul1996
    Jul 1, 2015
    8
    First of all do not listen to the supposed 'critics' who have deemed this show 'a mundane, chaotic soap opera' it is very much the opposite of mundane, the show is actually quite fast paced and yes at times 'chaotic' whoever called it mundane clearly doesn't know the words definition. Also the critic who claimed the show had 'boring visuals', if anything this show has excellent visuals,First of all do not listen to the supposed 'critics' who have deemed this show 'a mundane, chaotic soap opera' it is very much the opposite of mundane, the show is actually quite fast paced and yes at times 'chaotic' whoever called it mundane clearly doesn't know the words definition. Also the critic who claimed the show had 'boring visuals', if anything this show has excellent visuals, for what it lacks in dialogue it mesmerises with excellent visuals. The show becomes less and less chaotic as idea unravels and I can really see the second season as being even better than the first in terms of character depth. I really wanted to get to know the characters better, they have so much potential and their diversity really intrigued me. Great show but only the beginning of something excellent.… Expand
  54. Lewy1978
    Jul 11, 2015
    9
    Just finished season 1 and really enjoyed Sense 8. The variations in location and the contrasting characters and their individual story lines really make you care about what is going to happen next to each character. The action scenes are impressive, always leaving you with a feeling of not quite knowing how each scene is going to pan out. The script / dialogue is on the whole very wellJust finished season 1 and really enjoyed Sense 8. The variations in location and the contrasting characters and their individual story lines really make you care about what is going to happen next to each character. The action scenes are impressive, always leaving you with a feeling of not quite knowing how each scene is going to pan out. The script / dialogue is on the whole very well thought out and immersive however there are some really cheesy one liners that let the show down, but out of all the episodes I can probably count on one hand how many times this happens. I really hope sense 8 is renewed for a second season as I am desperate to find out how the characters and their connections develop. If you have Netflix get watching you won't be disappointed, as the production value and story telling of Sense 8 beats the hell out of any of the crap on UK TV at the moment!… Expand
  55. ricardoff
    Jun 25, 2015
    9
    It seems critics were expecting this to be revolutionary or something. It's not.

    It's character-based. And they main characters are all good people. They're not really complex, and the moral dilemmas are not really dilemmas. Yet, they're not boring. In the end, it's a feel-good show. I'm ok with that. I mean... At least I'm not expecting it all to have meaning that isn't obvious,    It seems critics were expecting this to be revolutionary or something. It's not.

    It's character-based. And they main characters are all good people. They're not really complex, and the moral dilemmas are not really dilemmas. Yet, they're not boring.

    In the end, it's a feel-good show. I'm ok with that. I mean... At least I'm not expecting it all to have meaning that isn't obvious, like I did with "Lost" and "Battlestar Galactica" LOL    … Expand
  56. publictaste
    Sep 9, 2016
    10
    This was one of the best show in 2015. As for metacritic, you should ban those that *always* give bad critic on a very well appreciated show by the pubic. I fell like i am in the 1970's and 1980's when most of the critics were done by gay (it was fashion during a few decades), but they didn't represent the public taste (including gay), its usually some snob people that think the know whatsThis was one of the best show in 2015. As for metacritic, you should ban those that *always* give bad critic on a very well appreciated show by the pubic. I fell like i am in the 1970's and 1980's when most of the critics were done by gay (it was fashion during a few decades), but they didn't represent the public taste (including gay), its usually some snob people that think the know whats best for us. Thank God TV and TV guide now uses ordinary reporter and of course not the main anchor (mostly well educated but snob). By doing so, you will get a result that really reflect public taste.… Expand
  57. TheBlacksmith
    Jun 30, 2015
    10
    Honestly, this is the best series to grace the small screen in a very long time. Intelligently written, characters that you can sympathize with, and "super" powers that at first don't seem so helpful...
    To those of you who are critical, I cannot imagine what you're watching. It sure isn't this show...
  58. TheLazyProjecto
    Jul 1, 2015
    8
    Tl;dr: The show is definitely worth watching. Be aware that the pacing of the first few episodes is slow, so character and narrative development may be slow, however the complex premise and unique taste will keep you interested enough to want to continue. The cinematography is beautiful and reason enough to watch the show. Some characters are flat for a long time until the show hits aTl;dr: The show is definitely worth watching. Be aware that the pacing of the first few episodes is slow, so character and narrative development may be slow, however the complex premise and unique taste will keep you interested enough to want to continue. The cinematography is beautiful and reason enough to watch the show. Some characters are flat for a long time until the show hits a stride later in the season.The message of interconnectedness is done extremely well. The message of fight the power and being squashed by authority is not subtle and not done as well as the other parts of the show. 8/10 great watch. Cant wait for season 2.
    Sense8 is a truly ambitious TV series with a premise that is tantalizing enough to get any person to sit down and ask for more. To start with the good aspects of the show we will cover just how vast the giant web of Sense8 really is.
    It follows the lives of 8 people who are psychically linked and reveals the lives of those that live within this cluster. The show does a great job of building plot suspense without solely relying on flashy action and life or deal situations to create the suspense. You constantly want to know more because Sense8's plot is incredibly withholding for the first few episodes. It leaves you in the dark just as it leaves the characters in the dark. This really helps you understand the confusion and the emotion of the characters because you are in the same place as they are. You are no more privy to answers than they are.
    Next, the web of characters creates a satisfying and intriguing dynamic that allows you to enter each character's life for a brief amount of time each episode. This means you get the character's story in nice digestible sections rather than long drawn out narratives. Not only is the approach a fresh idea, but the way the movie was shot is incredibly beautiful. The tailoring of these stories is sewn together with golden thread because the cinematography really is quite striking and makes the transition from characters, which is usually a jolting process, an agreeable and almost natural feeling.
    Enough cannot be said about how beautiful this series is shot. It certainly helps that there are 8 unique environments as familiar as the streets of US city like Chicago and as foreign as the slums of Nairobi, Kenya. It gives the show a shifting and changing flavor that never goes stale. One minute you are in London or Soul or Mexico City and yet the environments remain comfortable. It is once again a sign of the outstanding direction of this series that as a viewer you are comfortable within each and every setting that you find yourself in and really mirrors the essence of the show, which is that these 8 people are profoundly connected despite their stark differences.
    This is leads to one of the best parts of this show. The way it really lets its message of inter-connectedness sink in not by telling you, but by showing you and making you feel it. This profound link between the 8 strangers is not bogged down in listless dialogue or vast amounts of explanatory narrative, but is shown through the small, rich moments between the characters and the stunning cinematography that really allows your to feel what a character is feeling rather than be told it.
    Now, for the bad things. I would say that the worst part about the show for me was the pacing. I wanted to know more and I wanted it now. However, the show is brilliantly and frustratingly mysterious. It is easy to see why critics did not respond to being shown the first 3 episodes, because the main narrative remains clouded until half way through the season. Now, this wouldn't be so bad except it also took some time to get the individual character story liens off the ground as well. It was like watching a space shuttle take off. The flames were burning and the smoke was pillowing out from under the shuttle, but it took what seemed like years for the show to lift off.
    I will agree with a lot of people that the characters can be a little static at some points. They do seem to all fit into a certain niche or category. Will being the cop who tries to save everyone and all around acts like a paragon. Wolfgang, the guy with an bad boy attitude who is struggling with inner demons. However, I will say that many of the characters do break out of their shell by the end of the season. So, all in all, the fact that some of the characters felt a little stale was a problem until the show started to progress.
    While the first season is around a whole 24 hours of screen time, I feel the background of the characters is really lacking. Much of the background for the characters was developed in the last episode of the season. A lot of the backgrounds prior to that episode remained unknown or progressing at a rate too slow to keep total interest. While this acts as a mystery that makes you want more it is an annoyance at times.    … Expand
  59. SimbaRoar
    Jul 4, 2015
    10
    Awesome concept. It is a sheer joy to experience the feeling of oneness along with the characters. Connect with yourself and connect with the entire human family. A lot of positivity - helps you appreciate people as they are.
  60. George2004
    Jul 4, 2015
    10
    Another amazing Netflix series. Well directed, written, gorgeously shot, edited and acted. It will stretch your boundaries and push your thinking.

    "Sense8" introduces us to the bigger picture.
  61. LosPinguinos
    Jul 4, 2015
    10
    I made an account just to review this show. So good! Intelligent premise, incredible cinematography, fantastic characters, just grabs you and doesn't let go.
  62. yashbhuva
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    This show is really brilliant! One of the few TV shows that are truly global. Everything from the cast, the locales and sets to the cinematography is wonderfully stylish. Although at first glance, it might seem that having 8 lead actors in a single show might overwhelm the audience, the Wachowski brothers have directed this really well. There are some really touching moments on the show.This show is really brilliant! One of the few TV shows that are truly global. Everything from the cast, the locales and sets to the cinematography is wonderfully stylish. Although at first glance, it might seem that having 8 lead actors in a single show might overwhelm the audience, the Wachowski brothers have directed this really well. There are some really touching moments on the show. On a side note it handled LGBT issues pretty well too.… Expand
  63. bishop-jese-erl
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    Please, please don't listen to the negative reviews!

    This show has something very special about it. But before I get there I will propose my theory as to why there seems to be such a divide on the reviews. I believe people are afraid of the characters. There are lesbians, transgenders, and gays. People argue on here that this show is a "diversity campaign" and that this message "has    Please, please don't listen to the negative reviews!

    This show has something very special about it. But before I get there I will propose my theory as to why there seems to be such a divide on the reviews.

    I believe people are afraid of the characters. There are lesbians, transgenders, and gays. People argue on here that this show is a "diversity campaign" and that this message "has been received long ago." Even if the show pushes these topics too heavily, it is still a message that needs to be sent because it obviously hasn't been very well received. I believe people can't get past their own beliefs and opinions and see the incredible-ness of this show. Also, several of the negative reviews even admit to only watching the pilot or a couple episodes. Another person even mentioned the show doesn't do any flashbacks like Lost did and therefore there is no character development. This person obviously didn't watch more than a couple episodes, if that, as there are several flashbacks and character development. Now why would anyone who disliked a show so quickly feel the need to share their negative thoughts about it, and sometimes in a very harsh tone? Most likely do to something about it striking them in such a direct way that it contradicted their own beliefs and values. The result: negative reviews based on personal feelings of misunderstanding, fear, and potentially, hate.

    I'll admit that some of these things were a bit tough for me handle at first, but I grew past those misplaced negative opinions that society pushed on me and accepted the characters for the people and human beings that they actually are. And, most importantly, even if I still don't fully understand these things that bothered me, I did not allow it to override my judgement on the quality of the show. (which is freaking awesome, btw)

    Reasons I love Sense8:

    #1: It connects you to the characters better than any show I've seen. This is done primarily through the psychic connection of the 8 main characters by showing you how they work together and help each other out when the need arises most, sharing skills and knowledge along the way. Simply ingenious and amazing.

    #2: It's unapologetic. Yes, it throws a strap-on **** the transgender lesbians were using right in your face directly at the beginning. It's shouting out, "Yes, we are different, but we are not ashamed and will not hide our true selves!" It takes that huge elephant in the room (due to one of the creators being transgender) and throws it out in the open for everyone to see, getting it out of the way and the show can move on. She may be transgendered now, but that took some balls!

    #3 Fight and action scenes. These are the Matrix siblings after all, and they don't let us down.

    #4 It moves at a very good pace, not to slow and not too fast. Almost like a murder mystery novel. You wouldn't want all the secrets to be given to you in the first few chapters, but just enough to keep you interested and guessing. Sense8 does this, and balances it quite perfectly. I also really like how the "bad guy" is still the biggest mystery of all. Makes for really good anticipation.

    #5 Acting is spot on.

    That's currently my top 5, and I'm to come up with more reasons I love the show later. I created this account to help get the message out about how great this show is because I want to see it continue.

    So, do yourself a favor, let go of any societal doubts casted upon you in the past, and enjoy this very well done sci-fi fantasy drama!    … Expand
  64. finnmccooler
    Jul 6, 2015
    10
    This is the best thing I've seen recently. The characters are all well written and you can't wait to see more.
    I like the unexpected ways they interact oh there are the obvious ways. But the less obvious are the ones that make the most impact. Leaving you asking yourself what how wow!
  65. faerie
    Jul 6, 2015
    10
    Cant wait for season 2, i'm a fan! I wasnt a fan after the first ep but wanted to see where it went, and now im begging for a season 2! Really hope it gets renewed!
  66. bote
    Jul 15, 2015
    10
    Loved everything about this show, beautifully shot, exiting hot sex scenes, interesting plot. I really really hope netflix stays with the show, would love to see what happens..
  67. lysh57
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    I was so hooked on this show It took me a day to watch cause I couldnt stop, even at 4 in the morning when I finished my mind was restless. The suspense and entensitiy was what kept me glued to this show. The whole idea is beyond imagination but yet it can relate to reality in so many ways. For all the haters out there that disaprove on this show, you can tell that they are closed minded.I was so hooked on this show It took me a day to watch cause I couldnt stop, even at 4 in the morning when I finished my mind was restless. The suspense and entensitiy was what kept me glued to this show. The whole idea is beyond imagination but yet it can relate to reality in so many ways. For all the haters out there that disaprove on this show, you can tell that they are closed minded. I like the diversity of the characters and the unconditional love that is presented. WE NEED MORE SHOWS LIKE THIS!!!! Season 2 BRING IT!! Hungry for MORE!!!… Expand
  68. Momart
    Jul 17, 2015
    10
    This show is very original and something for the person who likes a complicated story that does not need to make sense before the absolute end. And that is a problem as well to many people. I personally think that after season 2 (if it comes and god i hope so) the story will be more clear and fantastic.

    The makers of this show dares to do what almost no one else does, and that is to    This show is very original and something for the person who likes a complicated story that does not need to make sense before the absolute end. And that is a problem as well to many people. I personally think that after season 2 (if it comes and god i hope so) the story will be more clear and fantastic.

    The makers of this show dares to do what almost no one else does, and that is to explain what the real world is, you have to read between the lines in many cases to see it but it's there. The things every character has been through is a lesson about life and what is like to live the way we do, and to understand what lives other may live despite every judgement.

    In conclusion this is a great show with good actors, good story and a good message.    … Expand
  69. harryrouge
    Jul 19, 2015
    10
    An amazing series, well-written, smart, with an excellent production one of the best things I have seen in a long time. The acting is solid, the characters are real, the stories are connected and the pace is amazing.
  70. JPG
    Dec 5, 2015
    9
    Finally the Wachowski brothers are able to move their morass of ideas to a series that is understood and whose plots have a coherent and human sense. I suspect that is not his merit as this have not succeeded in any of his films, except "Matrix" . I think that is a credit to the third leg, J. Michael Straczynski. An exceptional type who knows how well the corals casts of many characters,Finally the Wachowski brothers are able to move their morass of ideas to a series that is understood and whose plots have a coherent and human sense. I suspect that is not his merit as this have not succeeded in any of his films, except "Matrix" . I think that is a credit to the third leg, J. Michael Straczynski. An exceptional type who knows how well the corals casts of many characters, giving each its role. Excellent creative team that made ​​the three. I pray to the gods to ask for help in writing the next trilogy of "Matrix" , but we will see us heading for a series of spectacular films meaningless, as happened with Parts 2 and 3 of " Matrix" . Thanks J. Michael Straczynski , you've managed to put ground roots and the crazy ideas Wachowsky brothers. The result is exceptional .… Expand
  71. erajacob3
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    This show is one of the best shows on Netflix! It is unacceptable that the cancelled it. This is a vibrant, diverse and out of the world show , whose story deserves to be told. Season 2 ended with such a cliffhanger that we deserve to know what happens to the Sensates and how they deal with all that is going on around them. It is a real show that concurs with the current political andThis show is one of the best shows on Netflix! It is unacceptable that the cancelled it. This is a vibrant, diverse and out of the world show , whose story deserves to be told. Season 2 ended with such a cliffhanger that we deserve to know what happens to the Sensates and how they deal with all that is going on around them. It is a real show that concurs with the current political and social climate of the world. This show deserves better. Netflix please pick it up again and let them finish the story!
    It has everything one show needs - different cultures, different sexualities, love and self preservation! Please bring it back!    … Expand
  72. Catbird
    Jun 8, 2015
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was excited by the potential of the series and thought it might be similar in quality to the House of Cards. It was the pointless, tasteless, naked lesbian love scene (one reviewer says "transsexual", but how is anyone to know for sure?) and the indelicate disposal of the colorful strap-on-penis device that chilled my enthusiasm. We won't be able to continue with this thing. Sorry. The pay-off, whatever it may be, just could never be worth the moral cost of the optics. I am very disappointed with Netflix over squandering the opportunity of Sense8.… Expand
  73. zuk0
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    i don't care what critics have to say about this. I loved it. It's imperfect and the dialogue could be improved, but whatevers. It caught me emotionally and it was an enjoyable ride all the way to the end of the season. If you like to watch something different from the generic stuff you'll see on TV, give this a try (and that means watching the whole season).
  74. KimSilverman
    Jan 4, 2017
    0
    I thought and hoped I would enjoy this. But I didn't get more than 15 minutes into episode 1, and I could not tolerate any more. All the scenes were too disjoint and difficult to follow. The editing and cutting was too fast, so that I did not get sufficient time to digest what I was seeing. This was perhaps supposed to make me think that the show is tasteful or artistic or tense orI thought and hoped I would enjoy this. But I didn't get more than 15 minutes into episode 1, and I could not tolerate any more. All the scenes were too disjoint and difficult to follow. The editing and cutting was too fast, so that I did not get sufficient time to digest what I was seeing. This was perhaps supposed to make me think that the show is tasteful or artistic or tense or bold or engaging or mysterious or something. But the self-congratulatory incoherence went on for so long that it was simply annoying. My guess is that this show is designed for an audience that has no attention span, no focus, no ability or desire to attend to something and digest it. I am disappointed to see so many positive reviews, because that seems to suggest there are many viewers who fit that description. If you are an educated and thinking person then I recommend you do not bother watching this show.… Expand
  75. kyarijames
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    Amazing. I've never seen a series so intouch with the human condition and so fascinating. Along with this and the cinematography and the manner in which this was shot; 10/10. Perfection. Brilliance; truly a masterpiece. If youre a bigot who is homophobic or transphobic this show is incredibly inclusive and thus may not be for you.
  76. StuckOnReviews
    Jun 7, 2015
    6
    What a compelling show. Absolutely terrific. ....well kinda, it is sorta weird and uncomfortable it has a lot of lesbian and gay scenes especially for the first episode. I really think this is one of the best Wachowski creation since The Matrix. The show focuses on different things such as politics, gender, sexuality, identity, and religion. If I was you I would give it a shot, thisWhat a compelling show. Absolutely terrific. ....well kinda, it is sorta weird and uncomfortable it has a lot of lesbian and gay scenes especially for the first episode. I really think this is one of the best Wachowski creation since The Matrix. The show focuses on different things such as politics, gender, sexuality, identity, and religion. If I was you I would give it a shot, this has a good chance of making it.… Expand
  77. marcjs28
    Jun 6, 2015
    6
    Well, it could have been better, less gay scenes and more action, but oh well, this is the way the wind blew in this series I guess.

    Now the artsy stuff, it needs to be toned down if they make a second season, because it really takes away from the story by trying to convey so much with just scenic vistas, facial expressions, and the situations of people with all the slow motion    Well, it could have been better, less gay scenes and more action, but oh well, this is the way the wind blew in this series I guess.

    Now the artsy stuff, it needs to be toned down if they make a second season, because it really takes away from the story by trying to convey so much with just scenic vistas, facial expressions, and the situations of people with all the slow motion displays.

    And the villain, ok, that looked like a grandpa from Connecticut or some professor trying to be break-bad all of a sudden, (Paging Walter White, Paging Heisenberg....). Just come on, gives us a super villain, hell my in-laws are better villains than that guy.

    But overall, I think it has promise, hopefully the 2nd season will be better.    … Expand
  78. Carole2
    May 16, 2017
    0
    Easily one of the most racist shows I've seen in a long time. It does such a great job at racial microaggression that if one were not paying attention, one might be fed endless negative stereotypes about black people without even being aware of it. Racist piece of ...
  79. Caramia
    Jun 19, 2015
    10
    Wow, Wachowskis. I have never seen a movie or TV like this, in this format, although I gather it is like anime, which they are huge fans of. It is art, as in the viewer is allowed to participate, and allowed not to like it; it is not trying too hard to be a hit, as, for the most part, formula has been left behind (but some small bit in the last episodes). During the first few episodes, IWow, Wachowskis. I have never seen a movie or TV like this, in this format, although I gather it is like anime, which they are huge fans of. It is art, as in the viewer is allowed to participate, and allowed not to like it; it is not trying too hard to be a hit, as, for the most part, formula has been left behind (but some small bit in the last episodes). During the first few episodes, I couldn't figure out whether I should keep watching or not, then read some reviews here, and hard to believe the positive ones. But, in the end, yes, best character driven sci-fi since the Battlestar Gallactica reboot (but lighter) and incredibly inspiring. Wonderfully shot and paced (believe it or not, just stay with it). Everything balances out. Fewer/shorter action scenes than I would expect (esp since I just watched their Jupiter Ascending). When the final Season 1 episode ended, I felt like I had just seen a 12 hr movie, and the story arc points to that. Sure, there are 'flaws', but one diamond's flaw is another's brilliance. I love that they used Beethoven's Emperor Concerto (Concerto No. 5) throughout much of the season, as it is so brilliant yet so overlooked and so emotional. Many great songs are used to perfect effect. Not every episode and not when you'd expect it, but just enough, like all else. Did I mention great acting, no melodrama, and superb story? Can't wait for Season 2, and I hope there is one!… Expand
  80. CharlieRoch
    Jun 7, 2015
    10
    The creative plot gives this show a immense potential, and the well written and diverse cast/characters gives that extra boost to keep the story entertaining and exciting. It might have a low start, but once it keeps going, characters start to bond, and start to understand the use of their habilities, the pace of the story increases importantly, making the show more and more addictive.The creative plot gives this show a immense potential, and the well written and diverse cast/characters gives that extra boost to keep the story entertaining and exciting. It might have a low start, but once it keeps going, characters start to bond, and start to understand the use of their habilities, the pace of the story increases importantly, making the show more and more addictive.

    Plus, having such a diverse cast, but more importantly, such a diverse characters, representing the point of view from each culture and each own way of thinking will definitely appeal to a huge audience, who might be attracted by the idea and the cast, but will definitely stay because of the story.

    Definitely worth watching, to the level that you might finish it in less than 2 days. Can´t wait for next season!    … Expand
  81. Badwolf01
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    A global symphony that is not for everyone. Don't judge the show by the first episode. Watch the second one before giving up. If you're not hooked then, you probably won't be. Also, this show is firmly on the liberal side and has no qualms about it. It is truly global with the 8 main characters spanning the globe. The strongest in my opinion is the female Korean, but they all have strongA global symphony that is not for everyone. Don't judge the show by the first episode. Watch the second one before giving up. If you're not hooked then, you probably won't be. Also, this show is firmly on the liberal side and has no qualms about it. It is truly global with the 8 main characters spanning the globe. The strongest in my opinion is the female Korean, but they all have strong merit and purpose in the story. It also runs the gamut on sexuality with both a male gay couple and a transgender woman with a woman partner. It is not strictly a gay story though, the heterosexual relationships have just as much weight. It is also willing to touch on many taboo topics. If the sight of a tampon grosses you out, you may want to prepare yourself. But surprisingly it's not used for shock value aimed at the viewer but a part of the story. It's the best example I can think of to describe the obvious and sometimes overboard attempts of the shows creators to break new ground. There are stereotypes, poetic license, and clichés, but as a whole the show manages to come together on a new level that I think future shows will strive to replicate. It brought me a new understanding of different cultures: Korean, Indian, Kenyan, German, British and even my own American culture. The sci-fi story is secondary to the importance of the characters and I think that fact is what made me love this show so much. I very much hope it will return for a second season and more, but even if it lasts only one I'm glad I had the opportunity to watch it.… Expand
  82. robster
    Jun 11, 2015
    8
    Up to ep5/6 it's slow going and the story meanders, and you do wonder when it's going to get going, but from that point on, boy does it crank up the pace and the action. I think the characters stories are incredibly well fleshed out. I just wonder if the gratuitous display of flesh was necessary in the first few episodes. If they had cut out the 'porn' and increased the pace of the first 6Up to ep5/6 it's slow going and the story meanders, and you do wonder when it's going to get going, but from that point on, boy does it crank up the pace and the action. I think the characters stories are incredibly well fleshed out. I just wonder if the gratuitous display of flesh was necessary in the first few episodes. If they had cut out the 'porn' and increased the pace of the first 6 episodes this would be a 10 from me.… Expand
  83. phildog
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    Legitimately the best thing to come out of The Wachowskis since The Matrix. Better I'd say. Great action, interesting, believable characters. Honestly, if pressured to find a weak point, the +2 minute opening feels weird.
  84. light487
    Jun 10, 2015
    8
    Thank you Netflix! Such a refreshing change from the usual mindless, perfectly balanced shows that we get a dozen of every year. It's not a perfect show, there are pacing issues and a lack of true story depth but it is engaging and allows me to put on a different mental hat to watch it.
  85. liquid-ICE
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    Sense8 season one is a great starting point and has huge potential for the future! Only german actors are a bit misplaced, would fit better to eg russia.
  86. playlister101
    Jun 19, 2015
    10
    It begins very slow and it felt confusion elsewhere. But.. the story improves EP after EP, It made me realize that whoever is behind this series is a genius! Character development is insane and the plot sequences to support character roles are well-managed. Great actors as well! A sci-fi themed series always amaze me but this one is just greatly crafted/conceptualized.
  87. AnimaBe
    Jun 22, 2015
    10
    The only word i have for this series is amazing! While controversial in some off it's content it creates a story that is interesting and promises you more. I loved every single minute off this series, not only did it make me connect with all 8 stories, it also made me thing about myself and my place in this world. No other series managed to do the same. Everyone who actually has a heartThe only word i have for this series is amazing! While controversial in some off it's content it creates a story that is interesting and promises you more. I loved every single minute off this series, not only did it make me connect with all 8 stories, it also made me thing about myself and my place in this world. No other series managed to do the same. Everyone who actually has a heart and feelings should watch this and will absolutely love it.… Expand
  88. BETIKO88
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    just amazing , im like, :O omg i need season 2
    best series of 2015, i love the characters, the 8 citis, the deep connection between the characters
    the diversity, the religion, sexuality, i felt so connected with all characters, i dont have words, its a master piece
  89. QuantumDreams10
    Jun 8, 2015
    9
    Love it! 1st 3 eps. allow you to get to know the characters. the 8 leads do make it a challenge to keep the facts straight, like hanging out at a party with 8 very engaging people that you don’t know but I love the challenge. I’m drawn to mystery and there’s an underlying tragedy to many of the characters even as they search for the courage to be themselves..
    I find that it adheres to the    Love it! 1st 3 eps. allow you to get to know the characters. the 8 leads do make it a challenge to keep the facts straight, like hanging out at a party with 8 very engaging people that you don’t know but I love the challenge. I’m drawn to mystery and there’s an underlying tragedy to many of the characters even as they search for the courage to be themselves..
    I find that it adheres to the LGBT agenda only if you feel that treating their relationships the same as straight relationships in media is an LGBT agenda.    … Expand
  90. beachldy
    Jun 28, 2015
    10
    OMG, what an amazing kaleidoscope of characters, music and cinematography! The characters/actors are awesome! I really felt the passion, love, anger, fear, joy, bravery, violence, sadness, strength, self-weakness of the people in each episode. This series touches on so many different things, from sexuality, to culture, to religion, class status,color, gender, financial status, belief,OMG, what an amazing kaleidoscope of characters, music and cinematography! The characters/actors are awesome! I really felt the passion, love, anger, fear, joy, bravery, violence, sadness, strength, self-weakness of the people in each episode. This series touches on so many different things, from sexuality, to culture, to religion, class status,color, gender, financial status, belief, and humanity in good and bad form. Even the supporting actors were amazing. Truly, this is a series that astounds and makes you think...What if this could be? Season 2 cannot come quick enough!… Expand
  91. Ming120
    Jan 20, 2016
    8
    The premise of this show is that you have 8 people, from different walks of life, and living in different places on the planet, being able to experience each others' feelings, share each others' skills, take over each others' bodies, and basically experience life from each others' perspective. Oh, and they are being hunted because of this.

    This premise creates a relatively interesting    The premise of this show is that you have 8 people, from different walks of life, and living in different places on the planet, being able to experience each others' feelings, share each others' skills, take over each others' bodies, and basically experience life from each others' perspective. Oh, and they are being hunted because of this.

    This premise creates a relatively interesting story that will undoubtedly be filled with various plot holes and things that can simply be described as stupid. And I feel that Sense8 is exactly this: it is interesting, yet filled with holes.

    Some of the strong points of this season is that it is filled with interesting characters with fascinating character developments. The comedy, the action, the politics, and multitude of protagonists, and the unique presentation gives this show an artistic flair that I don't see too often. It is an honestly intriguing series that I find entertaining, that that is why I would give it a solid 8/10.

    But yeah, some areas are blatantly stupid. Sometimes it seems as though the motivations and feelings of each of the protagonists are disjointed, where there is just no plausible reason for them to help each other at any given time, or do what they need to do. Some characters are helplessly emotional one moment, and ridiculously assertive the next, or simply both simultaneously.

    All said and done though, it was entertaining enough to recommend it, and I do look forward to seeing the next season.    … Expand
  92. DrexlerN7
    Apr 25, 2018
    4
    Nothing more than gay soft porn with a plot. The sex scenes do not drive the story forward.

    The show is for degenerates and nothing more
  93. Jackbookpro
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    Wow, somebody sent the Westboro Baptist Church to this review section.

    If you can't habdle genuine gay intimacy, just don't watch this show, it's not meant for you. Moving along from the politics, this show is a true piece of art. Not only is it on of the most intreaguing sci-fi premises I have yet seen, it is also one of the most intreaguingly executed styleisyically. This show is a    Wow, somebody sent the Westboro Baptist Church to this review section.

    If you can't habdle genuine gay intimacy, just don't watch this show, it's not meant for you.

    Moving along from the politics, this show is a true piece of art. Not only is it on of the most intreaguing sci-fi premises I have yet seen, it is also one of the most intreaguingly executed styleisyically. This show is a tour de force and is a must watch for anyone with a Netflix subscription who is not a bigot.    … Expand
  94. diegonelli
    Jun 2, 2017
    9
    such an interesting show!! so i started it a days ago and they cancel it now, wow, that is bad luck. it kinda stopped me from watching it but meh, i still will, i want to see how it ends. i really like how diverse it is, with people from all backgrounds around the world!
  95. Crocsx
    Jul 20, 2016
    8
    Sense8 got a very interesting story and a catching main plot. The image and the characters are very well made and each story is interesting and they have a very accurate cultural background. You really start to like every character and their everyday life (very different for each of them) is incredible well made.

    But sadly, it take 7 episode for it to really start, I found everything    Sense8 got a very interesting story and a catching main plot. The image and the characters are very well made and each story is interesting and they have a very accurate cultural background. You really start to like every character and their everyday life (very different for each of them) is incredible well made.

    But sadly, it take 7 episode for it to really start, I found everything very very very slow until the episode 7 where things start to get very interesting and the main plot FINALLY progress. Because yes, during 7 episode, nothing happens exepect in their individual story, and i think it's a bit to much to waste 7 episode out of 12 only to setup the background.It's (i think) a bit to much LGBT friendly, which is not bad, i have nothing against, but it's like everywhere all the time, it's like a big propaganda and sometimes it's useless...

    But he definitely deserve a view.    … Expand
  96. scarymoviefan
    Dec 27, 2016
    10
    A beautiful journey with a mysterious beginning, positive lgbtq+ representation, and a story line that got me hooked into the first couple of episodes!
  97. Gsnickers
    May 27, 2017
    8
    A show that, while spends it's entire first season doing much need world building, manages to almost never slow down. I was surprised that I liked the show and all 8 title characters, I can't think of a show where I didn't have an issue with at least one character where I felt myself wanting to fast forward or just not pay attention. Simply not the case here, I couldn't stop watching thisA show that, while spends it's entire first season doing much need world building, manages to almost never slow down. I was surprised that I liked the show and all 8 title characters, I can't think of a show where I didn't have an issue with at least one character where I felt myself wanting to fast forward or just not pay attention. Simply not the case here, I couldn't stop watching this show! The writing was a little campy sometimes, mainly the Nomi and Aminata's scenes, I just couldn't get over how campy their love was, but it was love regardless, so I put up with it because they're both so badass. There was a lot things about how the senate's connections work that were hard to understand at first, but by the end of the season, once we saw it in action, there was no denying how cool this show is, and how much potential it has as a series. Seeing it renewed for season two was a relief after the shows fate was up in the air there for a few months, but thanks to a strong twitter campaign, the show's second season is streaming right now!… Expand
  98. monsterdre
    May 30, 2017
    10
    Fantastic show, so diverse, amazing cast, writing superb, emotions high. deep things happen. i love it!!!!
    Cant recomment this enough to people. Please give it a chance if you havent!
  99. BBGomes
    Jun 4, 2017
    10
    AMAZING piece! I absolutely love the way it integrates a general approach on such different people and places. It's very global and each one of us can relate to at least one of the characters. It's full of excitement, the season 2 is a thrilling experience! I simply love it.
  100. KevinJM
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    A beautiful and gripping version of our world, focused on a group of very different individuals, with different nationalities and preferences, coming together to survive life's perils. and achieve something good. Admittedly a slow build, but setting up these 8 lead characters makes the rest of the journey so incredibly engaging - time well spent. There are scenes in there that couldA beautiful and gripping version of our world, focused on a group of very different individuals, with different nationalities and preferences, coming together to survive life's perils. and achieve something good. Admittedly a slow build, but setting up these 8 lead characters makes the rest of the journey so incredibly engaging - time well spent. There are scenes in there that could probably rival game of thrones in how much they grip /shock you, but despite the reference this is no dark depressing world, but one full of hope, positivity and acceptance. Never have I felt so great and so full of terror in a short space of time (the hanging scene anyone?). If you are open minded and believe in the world coming together, and love great characters and awesome visuals, this show will literally rock your world.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: David Sims
    May 9, 2017
    80
    It can lead to indulgent storytelling, but in the case of a series like Sense8, real artistry, too.
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  2. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Emily VanDerWerff
    Jun 11, 2015
    70
    Sense8 is a show forever trapped between two things--its core artistic impulses and its need to over-explain everything that happens within its confines. That makes it at once beautiful and maddening, either a complete travesty or a whacked-out masterpiece--and sometimes both in the same scene.
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  3. Reason.com
    Reviewed by: Glenn Garvin
    Jun 5, 2015
    70
    The ultimate paradox of Sense8 is that it can give away so little about its ultimate destination in three hours of screen time, and still be seductive enough to make hour four an attractive proposition.
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