The Shannara Chronicles (2016–2017)
8/10
An exhilarating fantasy series
15 April 2021
There aren't many of those around. This title has its flaws, however it's still one of the best fantasy series out there. It's targeted at the younger audience, however I find it quite enjoyable as an adult (maybe I'm a sucker for fantasy tales though). I found the characters likeable. The lines aren't too pompous. The plot is very engaging and keeps the viewer interested. I'm aware that acting isn't perhaps top notch, but it's not bad considering that the cast consists mostly of young and completely unknown actors. I found the visual effects really good, probably the reason the series got discontinued (too expensive) after the second season. I was really disappointed about that. This series deserves several more seasons. However The first two seasons also stand quite well on their own. If you stop watching the last episode two minutes or so before the end you can feel satisfied to some degree that the story has been fulfilled.

All in all, I've found it really good, probably a little underrated.

I like the fantasy genre. I'm a great fan of The Lord of the Rings and The Witcher, but I can't stomache Harry Potter ;)
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