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Titans: Aqualad (2019)
Flashback Miscast
An interesting storyline showing an original Titan who had a long-term crush on Donna Troy, and they end up sleeping together, and then he is killed.
Not sure why they made this Aqualad when all of this happened to Speedy (Roy Harper) in the comics.
Other than that, the flashback was a good episode, establishing relationships from five years ago. Donna Troy is arguably the best representation of a DC character since Zatanna on Smallville.
The rest are quickly becoming closer to who they should be (and weren't in season one). Dick is becoming the archetype leader, Dawn is becoming less violet, Kori isn't dressing like a stripper, Rachel is becoming a little more grounded, and Gar is changing into more than just a tiger. Of course, Jason is the punching bag - the Robin who gets captured and tortured - which will eventually lead to his metamorphosis into Red Hood. Rose is just as annoying as she is in the comics, so there's at least that...
Three Pines (2022)
It's not the books... but it's okay
I'm a fan of the books, and I love the various characters in Three Pines. This series has not given us any backstory, any character for the residents. Hell, most of them haven't even been named as of the fourth episode. Gabri and Olivier are even miscast as each other! The thing that makes this series of books wonderful is the deep interaction and relationships of the various characters. The murders are almost secondary to the character development.
This series has potential, though. Alfred Molina is great, and I'm enjoying the portrayal of Jean-Guy and Isabelle. I just hope to see some character growth from the others. Clara, Peter, Myrna, Olivier and Gabri need some screen time, too. And dialogue. And, you know, names that are said out loud.
The relationship between Gamache and Jean-Guy is essential. We've barely touched on the Gamache/Isabelle dynamic, and Clara (sweet, wonderful Clara) hasn't had enough screen time to have a chance, yet.
I'll keep watching, because I love these people. I hope the writing gets better, and soon. (and maybe stick a little closer to the books that inspired the series? I mean, they're good for a reason.)