Tales From the Loop

Prime Video | Release Date: April 3, 2020

7.2	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 57 Ratings

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habibf44Apr 7, 2020

Although this show burns a bit slowly but the connection which it establishes of human emotion with Sci-Fi elements is wonderful.On top of that beauty of shooting location makes it a must watch series.

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GabrielnLAApr 11, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's one hell of a slow burn, but it's a beautifully filmed, thoughtful show. The cinematography is mesmerizing. The production design fits in so nicely with Stålenhag's paintings on which it is based. The acting is uniformly terrific. And the writing is sparse but lovely. That said, I am now on episode 7, and in almost every episode I find myself constantly saying "Who would act like that?" Currently, the boy's friends have just left him on the island (what dickheads) with a supposed monster on it, and all he can muster is a whimpy, "Wait!" once as they take off in the boat? What 14-15 year old isn't gonna be yelling at the top of his lungs, "WHAT THE F*CK GUYS! COME BACK, YOU **** over and over? Ditto the amazing ep where they switch bodies. The son would have told his dad after their fight right there in his room, "We're in each other's bodies! He's me!"
Because... everyone in this town already knows The Loop makes the impossible possible. So if the guy's kid said, "That thing in the wood switched our consciousnesses!" The dad woulda been like, "Right, let's go switch you back." So all these characters who don't say what's going on (obviously to further the plot, I get it) doesn't feel real...since everybody already knows CRAZY **** IS POSSIBLE HERE. I guess I'm at the point where when a character doesn't speak up, when anybody in their right mind would, it starts to just feel like a lazy way to move the plot along. (If you were freaked out because your friend was trying to steal your body, and your life, you'd tell your dad. Because your dad works at the Loop. And his father started it. So nobody would be very surprised by any of this.)
That's my one gripe about Loop. Otherwise, I'm finding it a dreamy dreamscape of interesting ideas and enjoyable mediations on life between birth and death and the dreams we have in between.… Expand

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PoeticDumplingApr 3, 2020

This will be one of those "you either Really Love it or think it is really boring" series. It is inevitable it will be panned as pretentious for those disatisfied i.e. the commonly used word for Masterpieces from cinema artists like TerrenceThis will be one of those "you either Really Love it or think it is really boring" series. It is inevitable it will be panned as pretentious for those disatisfied i.e. the commonly used word for Masterpieces from cinema artists like Terrence Malick. Personally, this is a Magnificent Series. One with a Much Needed Calming Balm of Zen and Comfort during these times where so much is attempting to generate a lot of fear. There are conflicts and occasional raised voices yet ultimately many of the episodes move into Transcendent territory; whether optimistic or uplifting. At this moment I am watching episode 7. Thus far, episode 6 is my Favorite with episodes 2, 4 & 1 also being favorites. A lot of the episodes pay off with Great Final moments; though episode 3 and 5 were much softer endings. I have laughed some during these episodes, as well. Genteel, expansive, subtle threads of interconnective continuity and lots of Intrigue have me fully invested in this Marvelous Gift during the restless year of quarantine. Keeping company with characters, musical scoring and cinematography like this is what we need more of right now. If u don't enjoy slow gorgeous storytelling...this is not for you. If you enjoying indulging on chocolate or art u love with slow fully appreciative wonder...you Will Not regret this viewing decision.… Expand

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johnnyupsetApr 28, 2020

For the first time something different is showed on TV, something driven by the emotions of the images and the music. Tales From The Loop is a travel trough our emotions.

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Scott92May 5, 2020

Beautiful, poetic, intense... It's one of my favorite shows of the last years. The cast is incredible, and it says so much about life, death, love. WOW, just wow. The ending is heartbreaking

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Justadude84Apr 30, 2020

This is masterful science-fiction. The show does not concern itself with elaborate explanations of how, or even why, the various technologies of The Loop work the way they do. So if you are looking for reasonable explanations for the variousThis is masterful science-fiction. The show does not concern itself with elaborate explanations of how, or even why, the various technologies of The Loop work the way they do. So if you are looking for reasonable explanations for the various how’s and why’s of the show you will unfortunately be left disappointed. I don’t find those details very interesting anyway. Instead, what the show focuses on are the effects that these technologies have on the lives of those that live above The Loop. It explores, instead, the central role that technologies play in our lives as conduits of control in the face of dramatic change. It reminds me of The Leftovers, where the premise of that show was not based on the issue of what happened to those who suddenly and dramatically went missing, but rather how what happened affected those whom were left behind. Similarly, Tales from The Loop explores compelling science-fiction narratives around time, transposition, stasis, etc., by placing the human experience front and center. Oh, and of course, the show is stunning to look at! How could you want anything else from science-fiction?… Expand

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shoulderoforionApr 13, 2020

It's a beautiful treat of science fiction which plumbs the depths of our relationships with technology, each other, and reality itself. At times the episodes do get a bit plodding, making their points in what felt like 4 times the amount ofIt's a beautiful treat of science fiction which plumbs the depths of our relationships with technology, each other, and reality itself. At times the episodes do get a bit plodding, making their points in what felt like 4 times the amount of timecode necessary, but that's also part of the stories being told, what does time mean, and how it matters. Really a pretty extraordinary piece of television.… Expand

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TVJerryApr 26, 2020

Some science fiction relies on cool action in high tech worlds, while some focuses on the effects technology has on people. This series touches on both, as it takes a measured, dramatic approach to storytelling that's ultimately rewarding,Some science fiction relies on cool action in high tech worlds, while some focuses on the effects technology has on people. This series touches on both, as it takes a measured, dramatic approach to storytelling that's ultimately rewarding, but requires patience to get there. The series features much of the same ensemble, but each episode focuses on the experiences of one or more residents in a town where a wondrous machine makes anything possible. Nathaniel Halpern (who wrote some of the mind-bending FX series Legion) created this show, but it has a more deliberate, less visually-dazzling style that's populated by the clunky retro-mechanical structures inspired by Swedish artist Simon Stålenhag. While some may find it pretentious and slow, I consider the style cinematically self-aware. Much of the technology is never explained and the Loop doesn't always affect the outcomes. Still, the personal stories are compelling in their complexity and surprise. NOTE: Directors include Jodi Foster and Andrew Stanton.… Expand

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screenplayhouseJun 27, 2020

There are certain shows that come on the air and you're like... yeah... that just moved television forward. TWIN PEAKS was such a show. This leaves Peaks in its dust. Not at all pretentious, completely accessible. The wrong type of viewerThere are certain shows that come on the air and you're like... yeah... that just moved television forward. TWIN PEAKS was such a show. This leaves Peaks in its dust. Not at all pretentious, completely accessible. The wrong type of viewer will think nothing happens. The right type of viewer understands that EVERYTHING is happening.… Expand

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VicFerrariJul 30, 2020

Sublime, intense, deep and emotional, Tales from the Loop is intellectual adult science fiction rich with meaningful, personal conflict bereft of violence. Top tier actors (Rebecca Hall, Jonathan Pryce and more), beautifully shot and directedSublime, intense, deep and emotional, Tales from the Loop is intellectual adult science fiction rich with meaningful, personal conflict bereft of violence. Top tier actors (Rebecca Hall, Jonathan Pryce and more), beautifully shot and directed with slow burn character arcs that both stand alone and ultimately connect, like life. Oh, and music by Philip Glass. One for the ages.… Expand

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Merdoc1982Mar 16, 2021

Great sci-fi mystery a little slow but great nonetheless. I hope there's a second season.

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MarcologieJan 10, 2023

Embarquez pour un voyage sensible et poétique dans l'espace et dans le temps. Pour cela il vous faudra lâcher prise. Ici pas de SF avec scènes d'actions et effets visuels hystériques. Laissez-vous simplement porter sans chercher à trouver uneEmbarquez pour un voyage sensible et poétique dans l'espace et dans le temps. Pour cela il vous faudra lâcher prise. Ici pas de SF avec scènes d'actions et effets visuels hystériques. Laissez-vous simplement porter sans chercher à trouver une explication sur chaque questionnement abordé. Une très belle série inspirée de l'univers pictural de l'artiste suédois Simon Stålenhag et avec la musique de Phillip Glass. Une pépite assurément.… Expand

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