MiguelT

By episode 2, it is clear that BM no longer focuses on dystopian tech futures. Instead, it focuses on politically correct casting (to the point of distraction) and vanilla mystery and supernatural themes. Yawn. We can find this sort of content from all over bland Hollywood already. Apparently, the predictions and exploration **** tech dystopia hits a little too close to the truth these days, especially since the COVID lockdowns. Netflix has unfortunately ruined the franchise. Such a shame the creator would rather take the paycheck than stand firm with integrity. Boring, vanilla. Safe for the establishment.

Extremely disappointing. Each show opens with trite and cliche political quotes from modern pop icons such as...wait for **** **** obvious attempt at backhanded commentary on our current political environment. It's both predictable and needlessly distracting. But this poor judgment call is only emblematic of the other problems of this show. Many characters are predictable cookie cutter, politically correct manifestations. Indians=good. British=evil. Most women=good. Most men=bad. Boooring! Many characters are overplayed in attempt to portray them as ridiculously wicked, especially the British soldiers. Also, the scope and scale of the story feel myopic and claustrophobic. The story takes place across broad swathes of geography, yet we never get a sense for the wide space wherein this story takes place. As a result, the story misses essential context. First Netflix original I couldn't complete. What a shame. Such immense potential.