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Apr 6, 2023
5
While I see why it's been review-bombed, I can't say it quite deserved to be. Not saying I like Ezra miller or Amber Heard, hell no. This isn't even good. This just didn't work for me. I don't really know, I just didn't really like this.
Nov 19, 2022
1
Frightening show. I mean it's frigthening to see that with rock solid material, top cast and an excellent 94 show to work from they yet managed to mess it up so badly. I'm not getting into details, it's not worth it. And others have prolly dissected it already. It just feels like watching scenes from the 94 show that were cut for being too bad, played by other actors. And evil is just not in Skarsgard's range.I wouldve switched Marsden and Skarsgard just for fun. The last episodes are good, but too late, there was no progression to get there
Mar 26, 2021
1
I wanted to love this, but is ****! Great material from book, but idiots putting it together.
Feb 13, 2021
6
The Stand is one of Stephen King's most famous books, and within his career, that’s saying a lot.
Is not among my favorites though, but I admit it's one of his most epic literary works. Now considering the fact this story deals with a weaponized flu that almost completely eradicates the human race, releasing this new adaptation in the middle **** pandemic perhaps was a bit tone deaf.
Ironically people gets more scared of this, instead of listening in the real world. From the outset, I must say that it's much better than the 1994 version. And that comes from the budget and the cast. However, it never rises above the average. And I have to say that even though this miniseries is faithful as far as possible, the very same structure of the novel, demonstrates that some books should not be adapted.
The first episode makes it very clear by being a brutal editing disaster, and especially by putting almost all the emphasis of the downfall of humanity on it. The Stand is a book that's way too dense, really **** dense, and I can even say it's dense to a point of self-indulgence.
So to get some kind of justice into such an adaptation, and to get you to be into the characters, would take more than 15 hours, and yet it might get boring, because as I've always said, the narrative mediums are completely different, and despite its accomplishments, The Stand is a much better story in its source material. This miniseries is entertaining, yes, although it fails to stand out. To be noticeable. I don't think it was underwhelming, or at least I cannot say that it was that case for me, but in this regard, being both a reader and a viewer, I'll stay with the book, and I would recommend it more than the two adaptations.
Feb 5, 2021
6
The Stand is a better than average retelling of the Stephen King book. While the sets and the acting are very good, the plotline is lacking. For a 9 episode mini-series, there are still numerous stories left out that should have been included that would have made the series more expansive and grander. Too many details from the book were not included, most conspicuously the story of The Kid and his journey with Trashcan Man! Overall, the mini-series is interesting, and I'm glad that I watched it. But it misses the mark on detailed storytelling and character building.
Feb 3, 2021
0
If you know whats good for you dear Alexander Skarsgård, dont accept roles alongside Hambar Dirt.....
Jan 31, 2021
4
Even if you were to critique this mini series without ever reading the book or seeing the TV series in the 90’s. The script is just boring... not at any moment are you thinking this is cool, this is edgy. It’s a series about an apocalyptic virus, but no one seems to have told the actors. No excitement or suspense, just safe. Just a constant - on the edge of your seat trying to grab your phone kind of series. I was looking forward to this.
Jan 28, 2021
0
I was a little disappointed that they didn't start the series with Don't Fear the Reaper like the original did. That was a great opening. The show itself I wouldn't rewatch Amber Heard is in it. **** Amber Heard. 0 rating.
Jan 21, 2021
10
VERY GOOD serie! Loving it! People are very stupid at internet. ignore this score and watch!
Jan 17, 2021
10
Ridiculous everyone is review bbimg because they don't like one actor the rest of the cast are good and the story adapted to TV is enjoyable. Jonny Depp both were toxic to each other get of your fan horse
Jan 13, 2021
0
Justicia para Johnny Depp se merece el cero sin contar que la adaptación es realmente mala
Jan 8, 2021
0
Really poor tv series, we are miles away from the old tv series. The flashbacks are too many, too confused. The depth of the characters is close to zero. No more references to patriotism, embarrassing protagonists. New special effects, of course, but not even remotely scary as in the old series.
After 4 episodes I can say: waste of time. Worst King's adaptation ever. Boring, boring, boring.
Jan 7, 2021
0
This is worst Stephen king's novel adaptation i have ever seen, the Amber Heard's acting is very bad.
Jan 7, 2021
0
Even if it didn’t have Amber Heard its still a bad show. This is her worst ever performance.
Jan 6, 2021
0
Es aburrido, la serie no te atrapa desde el primer minuto ni pena a darle una oportunidad.
Jan 6, 2021
1
This is worst Stephen king's novel adaptation i have ever seen, the Amber Heard's acting is very bad
Jan 5, 2021
0
Amber Heard is the reason for negative review. Amber Heard, the worst actress in the industry.
Jan 5, 2021
0
The worst thing of this adaptation is Amber Heard, the worst actress in the industry
Jan 4, 2021
0
Just because it's hamber head, I give a bad rating. Let her pay for her bad deeds.
Jan 4, 2021
2
It's not enough good, I can say a little bit boring. I expected a little more of the history, and there are good actors but also some awful actors. I can't finish to watching the first season. I don't recommend it.
Jan 4, 2021
0
A terrible version of Stephen King's book. I with Amber Herald who is radioactive.
Jan 3, 2021
0
Amber es una pésima actriz, the stand debió escoger mejor sus actores, amber es una acusadora.
Jan 3, 2021
0
Justicia por deep.............................................................
Dec 29, 2020
0
Amber Heard is the reason for negative review.
Nothing to say more. Do not understand why she is still acting.
Dec 26, 2020
0
Worst movie with Amber Heard as a completely incompetent actress. Don't watch it.
Dec 25, 2020
3
I have waded my way through 2 episodes so far, and am nearing the point of feeling like crawling out of the sewer myself. This makes this stories 4th revision to account for "modern" cultural references to attract the current generation at the time of re-release - ok, nice thoughts in effort and all, but... the current revision already has the feeling of a 80-90's slasher that is more gore than substance. We go into slashers expecting such things, but where we once held Kings content to a higher standard... I guess most of those old standards are back at the cabin having a nice lie down and taking a nap. Part of me is hoping that things will flip as the show goes on, but the pragmatist in me is already wanting to take this one off our calendar and mumbling "Maybe by 2040 the grand kids can do it justice in the Nth revision..."
Dec 21, 2020
0
Why remake the stand?.. this was a terrible decision, especially starring amber heard with her allegations of several spousal abuses.
Dec 21, 2020
0
History and characters poorly constructed. It doesn´t do the SK book justice. Nadine character forced representation and little expression.
Dec 20, 2020
5
I don't see any reason to re-make The Stand, sure I understand they felt it would be relevant in today's world with everything going on, but why not make something new and original instead?
Dec 19, 2020
8
All and all this is starting out as a great show. Very true to the book and so far some decent acting. The book does start out a little slow if you're not into pandemic medical shows. But if you are it is still pretty exciting
Dec 18, 2020
0
Justice for Johnny Depp
amber heard should not be allowed to be in this! boycott