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Sherlock Season 1 Review
12 years ago
For a few months now, some of my friends have been going on and on about the series Sherlock, directed by Steven Moffat. And, unable to find a place online to watch it, I decided to purchase the DVD of Season One yesterday. I was a little disappointed at first that Season One only consisted of 3 episodes, until it was explained to me that each one is around 90 minutes long. So, I decided to take the plunge.
SPOILERS OF SEASON ONE PAST THIS POINT. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED.
A STUDY IN PINK
This, for me, was a really good starter. I was a little turned off by Sherlock's 'random' shenanigans at first, until I realized that they really weren't as random as I thought. They introduced John as some post-tramatic soldier, only for Sherlock to be the very cure he was looking for. As for the overall case, I really was NOT expecting the cabbie. That was an interesting twist. There was one problem I had, and I'll get into that when I get to the overall summary of my thoughts.
THE BLIND BANKER
For some reason, I found myself more interested in John's dating and job hunting rather than the actual case. That being said, the entire episode felt like I was watching one of those classic detective novels, which...I suppose is the point. There really wasn't any 'mystery' to it, as it was more about catching the culprit. I felt really bad for John, though. I can't recall if they mentioned this or not at the end, but I THINK he lost both his date AND his new job. Oh well. At least Sherlock gets to keep his companion.
THE GREAT GAME
This one was a MAJOR roller coaster of fun. Everything was about linking it all to the one mystery person, who turns out to be...Jim. I...can honestly say I did not see that coming. The fact that it linked back all the way to A Study In Pink was clever, but also leads into one of the things I was slightly disappointed in overall, which I will get to next. But, all in all, REALLY good episode. But GOD DAMN THE CLIFFHANGER!!
OVERALL THOUGHTS
My first entry into Sherlock has been a good one. I really like the pacing of the episodes. It's fast, but not rushed. The interactions between Sherlock and John are a riot at times, and frustrating at others. Apparently a running gag is that everything thinks the two are gay lovers, which is chuckle-worthy.
That being said, I did find a couple of things I was disappointed with. I will seperate it into two sections, for easier reading.
1. The entire thing seems to be about showing that, when Sherlock gets bored, people die. Maybe not by his own hand, but there's something about that which seems a bit...unrealistic, I guess? I understand he's bored of the mundane, day-to-day things, but seriously? It takes a mysterious murder to get you to smile? That's not just odd, it's downright creepy.
2. It's all Moriarty. As in, every single thing that's happened is because of him. I...I'm sorry, but I can't buy that. I may not have read every single Sherlock Holmes novel, but I THINK there were a few cases which had nothing to do with the guy. So far, everything has been because he caused it. That seems a bit silly, to be honest.
With those two things aside, I really do like the series. It's clever, witty, and it makes a person think. Which I suppose is the point of it all, really. Learn to observe what others won't. I'm hooked, and can't wait to buy Season 2.
Oh, and Donovan is a bitch. =D
SPOILERS OF SEASON ONE PAST THIS POINT. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED.
A STUDY IN PINK
This, for me, was a really good starter. I was a little turned off by Sherlock's 'random' shenanigans at first, until I realized that they really weren't as random as I thought. They introduced John as some post-tramatic soldier, only for Sherlock to be the very cure he was looking for. As for the overall case, I really was NOT expecting the cabbie. That was an interesting twist. There was one problem I had, and I'll get into that when I get to the overall summary of my thoughts.
THE BLIND BANKER
For some reason, I found myself more interested in John's dating and job hunting rather than the actual case. That being said, the entire episode felt like I was watching one of those classic detective novels, which...I suppose is the point. There really wasn't any 'mystery' to it, as it was more about catching the culprit. I felt really bad for John, though. I can't recall if they mentioned this or not at the end, but I THINK he lost both his date AND his new job. Oh well. At least Sherlock gets to keep his companion.
THE GREAT GAME
This one was a MAJOR roller coaster of fun. Everything was about linking it all to the one mystery person, who turns out to be...Jim. I...can honestly say I did not see that coming. The fact that it linked back all the way to A Study In Pink was clever, but also leads into one of the things I was slightly disappointed in overall, which I will get to next. But, all in all, REALLY good episode. But GOD DAMN THE CLIFFHANGER!!
OVERALL THOUGHTS
My first entry into Sherlock has been a good one. I really like the pacing of the episodes. It's fast, but not rushed. The interactions between Sherlock and John are a riot at times, and frustrating at others. Apparently a running gag is that everything thinks the two are gay lovers, which is chuckle-worthy.
That being said, I did find a couple of things I was disappointed with. I will seperate it into two sections, for easier reading.
1. The entire thing seems to be about showing that, when Sherlock gets bored, people die. Maybe not by his own hand, but there's something about that which seems a bit...unrealistic, I guess? I understand he's bored of the mundane, day-to-day things, but seriously? It takes a mysterious murder to get you to smile? That's not just odd, it's downright creepy.
2. It's all Moriarty. As in, every single thing that's happened is because of him. I...I'm sorry, but I can't buy that. I may not have read every single Sherlock Holmes novel, but I THINK there were a few cases which had nothing to do with the guy. So far, everything has been because he caused it. That seems a bit silly, to be honest.
With those two things aside, I really do like the series. It's clever, witty, and it makes a person think. Which I suppose is the point of it all, really. Learn to observe what others won't. I'm hooked, and can't wait to buy Season 2.
Oh, and Donovan is a bitch. =D
Doesn't have season 2 though, you'll have to 'acquire' it elsewhere probably :V