Comments on: Review: SUCCESSION Episode Two Was Not What It Seemed

By: FiFi LaRue

FiFi LaRue — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 05:15:53 +0000

I agree with Dewey. It took me two days to watch this episode. So slow. And ridiculous that Tom would propose to Shiv in the middle of all the chaos. Why would Matthew McFayden agree to play such a buffoon, when he is such an amazing actor? I don’t find the acting all that great either. Culkin is at least cute and has a personality. None of the others pop off the screen. Except I do like Gerry. The sycophant nephew? No one is that much of a bumbling fool. Hoping Ep. 3 is great, or I’m out! At least “The Affair” starts on Sunday….

By: jm

jm — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 17:04:09 +0000

In reply to Dewey Singleton – Film Critic.

That’s it? You’re not sure? Gee, thanks, Dewey. First you bash the episode to smithereens and then, when someone comes in and has an insightful question you mail it in with a 3-word response? I need a 2nd opinion. I came to you. I reached out.

Think about it. What happens when the stock price hits $130? The 3rd party can collect. Thats a huge plot element you never mentioned nor did you have any clue about. Think about it.

I’m watching you from here on out to make sure your reviews are on point. Or you can block me (wouldn’t be shocked), but I’ll still be watching. No days off!

By: Tv series

Tv series — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 16:23:12 +0000

In reply to jm. Greg gonna be acting ceo

By: Dewey Singleton - Film Critic

Dewey Singleton - Film Critic — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 02:40:52 +0000

In reply to Mark A Cobb. I guess we are on the same side on this discussion.

By: Dewey Singleton - Film Critic

Dewey Singleton - Film Critic — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 02:40:30 +0000

In reply to jm. I'm not sure

By: jm

jm — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 22:22:34 +0000

SPOILER ALERT: “When the stock price hits $130”— that line—does the general counsel mean the price will go down to $130 at which point the 3rd party company can execute it’s debt collection; or the price will go UP to $130 and then they execute? I think she means the price will go down to $130 if Kendall steps in. Therefore, Kendall is actually going to reject the CEO position in order to keep the price from going down… any thought or clarification on this twist would be super helpful!

By: Mark A Cobb

Mark A Cobb — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 16:06:31 +0000

I too was disappointed with the second episode. Many of the lines of banter between the siblings seemed more scripted and juvenile than reality. I agree that they should all be in their corners plotting against each other rather than behaving like brats.

By: Dewey Singleton - Film Critic

Dewey Singleton - Film Critic — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 13:45:27 +0000

In reply to John Wilson. For me, the first episode set the bar so high that this one seemed dull in comparison. I am not dismissing you or anyone's take on the episode because that is the beauty of television or film ... everyone takes something away from the experience. I look forward to discussing our takeaways from Episode 3. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for checking out the site.

By: John Wilson

John Wilson — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 13:39:58 +0000

I hear ya. I think I really enjoyed the fact that it took the same ol ‘Heir to the throne’ trope with a dad that is constantly questioning his children’s loyalty, skills, contributions, etc.(which Logan does to a degree) and turned it on its head by revealing that his empire is in massive debt…which i felt was an excellent twist since it changes the dynamics of Brian Cox’s character. Instead of viewing him as this disapproving, grumpy old dad, he may be more compassionate than the audience realizes. Yes, he’s been disappointed with some of Kendall’s questionable business tactics and worries about him being fresh out of rehab just 3 yrs prior, but maybe it’s not just a question of trust. Perhaps he wants to stay on longer in order to clean up his own mess and not release that burden of debt onto his family. Of course he’s not soft enough to prob admit that to Ken anytime soon, but it’s interesting nonetheless.
I am enjoying Jeremy Strong’s performance very much. He’s in over his head but is trying his best to not let that show. Also, I have siblings of my own, and I can attest to how realistic their banter is. The soap opera comment didn’t make any sense to me. I think that the writing may seem mundane and uninspired to you because there is not a punch to every line, but then again, life doesn’t have punch to every line all of the time. For example, just the nuanced laughs and *ouch glances that Shiv was giving Roman when he was bashing his brother about not being a can opener was priceless, as well as the wrestling matches she gets in with Roman. You see the love there but there is relentless competition all of the time. I believe those aspects were portrayed extremely well in this episode. Anyways, here’s to watching this Sunday. Cheers

By: Dewey Singleton - Film Critic

Dewey Singleton - Film Critic — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 12:39:04 +0000

In reply to John Wilson.

Hey John,
I liked the first show and see the points you’ve made. However, the second episode wasn’t something which clicked for me. The beautiful thing about that is we always have next week. While I can’t get into what transpires going forward with the show, please come back and check out our review of the third episode. It should post late Sunday night or early Monday morning. Thank you for taking the time comment.

By: John Wilson

John Wilson — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 12:30:45 +0000

I thought the second episode was good, and well written. I’m sorry that you didn’t enjoy it. The sibling’s fought realistically and the subtle jokes landed. I think you should review other shows. This one may be out of your league.