I've got to say the fight choreography on the opening of the first episode is impressively executed, and the recreation of 1970s New York City has sort of a Frank Miller Comic Book aesthetic, reminiscent of Sin City. It effectively captures the gritty atmosphere of a 1970s New York and the music selection complements this atmosphere with a thoughtfully curated choice of music, spanning from James Brown to Pink Floyd, enhancing the 70s vibe.
However, it's disappointing that the following episodes don't quite maintain the level of excitement established by the outstanding opening sequence of the first. There is a missed opportunity to fuse elements of "Smoking Aces" (2006) and "The Raid" (2011) to create a show known for some high octane action.
I mean, let's be honest, raiding a hotel full of assassins should lead to some seriously interesting and eccentric characters. It would have been great to see them tackle a variety of formidable adversaries on each floor before facing the final boss. It's a missed opportunity for some thrilling showdowns.
It opens strongly with a thrilling intro, some fantastic musical choices, and some pretty well-executed fight choreography. However, it struggles to maintain this momentum in subsequent episodes. While it remains an enjoyable watch, it doesn't capture the distinctive magic that made the John Wick franchise a sensation.
However, it's disappointing that the following episodes don't quite maintain the level of excitement established by the outstanding opening sequence of the first. There is a missed opportunity to fuse elements of "Smoking Aces" (2006) and "The Raid" (2011) to create a show known for some high octane action.
I mean, let's be honest, raiding a hotel full of assassins should lead to some seriously interesting and eccentric characters. It would have been great to see them tackle a variety of formidable adversaries on each floor before facing the final boss. It's a missed opportunity for some thrilling showdowns.
It opens strongly with a thrilling intro, some fantastic musical choices, and some pretty well-executed fight choreography. However, it struggles to maintain this momentum in subsequent episodes. While it remains an enjoyable watch, it doesn't capture the distinctive magic that made the John Wick franchise a sensation.