The thing about True Detective is that it doesn’t just explore the darkness of serial killers. It explores the darkness of every character in the show. And though season 3 of the anthology was solid, season 1 is the best. It’s not even close. These warped, twisted, stunning eight episodes changed my opinion on Matthew McConaughey. I always thought he was overrated. But he plays a character who is almost a polar opposite of the person McConaughey is—as Detective Cohle, a cold, cynical, reclusive genius—and NAILS it. His on-screen chemistry with Woody Harrelson (who is also brilliant) works well. Their dynamic is important in the first 3 episodes, which are slow. They are the calm before the storm. Once you get to episode 4, this season explodes into a brilliant crescendo of action, twists, rabbitholes, and expansive layers of darkness. This classic, like Breaking Bad, has a very cynical outlook on the world. But unlike many works, its darkness is justified. Everyone is guilty of something in this series. This involves all of society and the underworld alike—from the cops to the politicians to the churches to the sex traffickers to the prostitutes to the biker gangs to the drug cartels to the killers. The plot, though fictional, is based on a series of murders that really happened in Louisiana. And yet nothing is what it seems; you can’t predict the sheer madness to come. Plus the script, screenplay, shots, soundtrack, and editing are as impressive as the acting.
Rating: 9/10
It is a great show and I like that each season has different leads, or cast members. I think that enables a wider range of stories to be told because you’re not limited by a certain actor set’s abilities. I do wish there wasn’t such a long gap inbetween seasons. 2020 not withstanding. I just started a movie review blog, where my aim is to do so without spoilers. I wish I had the time to do TV as well! Props to you and all the content you have avaliable. Cheers!
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Indeed! It’s a nice anthology. And sweet! Checking out your new blog now!
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Enjoyable review of a well written series
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Much appreciated!
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It’s been awhile since seeing this, and I’ve seen all 3 seasons, but I agree S1 with Mc and Harrelson is the best of the bunch. These 8 episode series are becoming the new movies. So much more time to develop the characters. I’ve liked McC for a long while now. Just saw him the other night in The Gentlemen and loved him in it!
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Well said! Would you recommend The Gentlemen? Saw that it has an all-star cast but never checked it out.
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Stylish, clever, salty dialogue, fast-paced. The cast is well-used.
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Sounds like my cup of tea. I saw that it’s on Prime Video (which I have), so I’ll need to check it out once I finish exams on Tuesday!
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🙂
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Actually, it’s on Showtime, not Prime, but I have that too so yay. Thanks again for the info!
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You’re welcome.
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Thanks for the reminder. It has been on my list since the premier and I can’t believe it has been so many years…
BTW, have you checked U2: Achtung Baby yet?
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It’s only 8 episodes, so fortunately it’s not much of an inconvenience. And aw dang, I totally forgot! I have exams this week, but I’ll set a reminder on my phone to listen to it all this weekend. Will get back to ya!
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Actually, I’ll be in the car for a while today so I’ll just listen then! Pumped.
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Messrs. McConaughey and Harrelson are also longtime friends, which may partly explain the personal chemistry you noted.
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Had no idea. Very interesting!
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Good
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😎
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Yassss
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Have you seen it? Still gives me the chills.
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Nope. On list!
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If you have HBO, def one of their best shows.
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lol if only i had money
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You can borrow my login if you promise to log out after you finish watching ha.
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Just text me.
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❤
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This sound so good. You found me a new series to watch. Can’t wait to see it.
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Thank you! I can’t vouch for season 2 or 3 overall, but season 1 is obviously incredible. Let me know what ya think!
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Sure thing
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I finally watched the first season of true detective, it was indeed very interesting. You are right, Matthew Mcconaughey has really dedicated himself into the role. There is no resemblance to other roles he has played. He is so unrecognizable. Really good stuff.
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Well said. It feels like an anomaly in some ways, but I hope McConaughey can keep putting out performances like this one. Cheers!
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Woww!!
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Ha. It’s definitely one of those shows that makes you think and say WOW, indeed!
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Ur election updates on twitter r clutch
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Thanks so much! Can’t stop refreshing all of the tabs I have opened right now haha.
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cant believe ur map is 100% right lol
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like how plz
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Just gotta know how to do your research and see what the experts are predicting by the end of it all.
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🙂
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Now the final step on the road to 270 for Biden is Nevada. We’ll see what happens tomorrow night.
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peep ga / pa
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Yep. Georgia will be super close, but I think Biden will come back in PA and win by at least 10k. Would render a big 290-248 victory for Biden and Harris.
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ur thoughts atm???
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It’s over. He’ll def win PA. No doubt. He’ll win the recount in WI, too. I think he’ll maintain his small lead in GA even with the recount and military ballots. I’m fairly confident about NV and AZ too, though they’re the only remaining states with a chance for Trump to win (maybe GA, too). Even if Trump miraculously wins all 3, Biden still wins the Electoral College 274-264.
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I did make it at 4 am overnight and not like 2 days ago or anything, so not as shocking of an achievement as I’d like to say ha. Thanks, though!
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🙂
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This is INSANE.
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Yesssssss
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Best episode in the show, in my opinion. So warped, so exciting.
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Now I want to see it again haha.
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Hell yeah
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👌👌nice post
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Thanks! 😎
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Welcome!
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Thanks for the repost!
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