Under The Dome season 1 review, we take a look at the first 13 episodes of the Stephen King novel adaption. Our full review after the break.
From the start it was obvious that Under The Dome had an impressive budget; the first episode is evidence enough. But as we all know by now, or should know, budget isn’t everything. The idea behind Under The Dome, it’s essence, is that a massive dome has surrounded “Chester’s Mill”, and the residents cannot escape. In the novel, the entire storyline takes place in just under one week. The TV version will apparently take place over several months. Hey, they have to produce multiple series and earn as much money as possible. We know the drill.
The format of the show is ‘problem on the week’, with several wrap around storylines. The most intriguing of which is the “Barbie”, one of the main characters, moral dilemma. He has committed a crime, and what’s worse is it effects his love interest. Not to mention HE’S TRAPPED UNDER A DOME! Ahem, I imagine Google will try this one day.
If I am honest, and this is likely because he’s HANK, Dean Norris is one of the main reasons to watch. His screen presence is phenomenal. His role, as Big Jim, is as the town politician. Needless to say, there is much more to his character than that. Watching his performance for the entire 13 episodes was great, and he is one of the reasons why season 2 is appealing.
Well, is the story any good? Yes is the answer, but it doesn’t reach it’s full potential. The interesting dynamic of hundreds of citizens trapped under an indestructible dome is fascinating, as you can imagine people freak out, make bad decisions, and lots are out to look after themselves. The problem? Even though people freak out, usually in small amounts, they seem far too calm about their predicament. Humans don’t react like they do in Under The Dome.
Should you watch Under The Dome? If you are a fan of such shows as Lost, well yeah you should. Let’s just hope that Under The Dome doesn’t drag on too much, more characters develop better, and Big Jim gets even bigger storylines.