I began to watch this series several weeks ago and after 3 seasons I still find it entertaining. This series seemed intriguing for me since the first time I read about it some years ago, but it wasn't until this year that I decided to really give a watch. There are 4 seasons released so far so I knew there was a lot of content to watch.
A short summary of the show is that the story takes place in an alternative version of The United States. WW2 was won by the Axis and the western part of the country is controlled by Japan while the eastern part is controlled by the Nazis. There is a neutral zone in the middle of the country but that doesn't mean there is freedom there. The great mystery in this series, and what allows it to be a scifi series, is the existence of films that show events that didn't happen in that reality, specifically the Allies winning the war.
In this season, the 3 main characters from season 1 are dispersed and separated, each of them trying to just live their lives and survive. The hostilities between the Germans and the Japanese are still present but controlled. In the Nazi regime, there are attempts at betrayals between high officers, which I guess is normal in every totalitarian government.
The most important events in this season are related to the existence of multiples realities. As the previous season showed, it is possible for an individual to teleport and appear in a different world. This has only happened a few times and with virtually no impact in the series of events of this fictional world. But I believe this will change next season. Both totalitarian governments are aware of this discovery and plans to weaponize it are in place.
There are several tapes showing different events but the origin of these tapes is a mystery. Besides the 2 totalitarian governments, there are also people who are part of the resistance and are trying to gain freedom once again but this proves to be almost an impossible goal due to all the resources under the control of the totalitarians. At the end of season 3, things aren't looking very bright and I believe season 4 is the last season of the show, which makes me think this won't have a happy ending.
The series is worth watching and being able to watch season after season with no waiting time is even better. I did notice that in seasons 2 and 3 the pace got slower or perhaps the impactful nature of the show's setting wasn't as impactful anymore. I recommend the show is its mix of genres and setting appear to be entertaining to you. This is a well-done show with great performances and a plot that continues to increase in scope. I am hoping for a cool climax in season 4.
The best
- The Nazis trying to weaponize new scifi knowledge has a lot of potential for the new season 4.
- A new collaboration between 2 characters that should be enemies was interesting and could change everything.
- There are at least 2 surprising deaths of important characters.
The worst
- Some episodes feel slow and not as intense.
More information: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1740299/episodes?season=3&ref_=tt_eps_sn_3 Review: AAA In numbers: 7.5/10