The Terror

Season one only: Jared Harris & Tobias Menzies knock it out of the park, everyone else does superbly (honorable mention to the guys who play Hickey/Goodsir). Actually the worst part about this is the supernatural element, just give me ten more hours of ambient ice floe cracking noise and everyone hallucinating their balls off due to lead poisoning.

A compelling historical drama anchored by excellent performances and an aura of authenticity. What sets this apart from the upteenth survival-drama-with-period-costumes is its valiant attempt at understanding morality in extreme situations. It pits the utilitarian against the moralist, socialism against libertarianism and individualism against collectivism. Whereas a film-length project would fail to adequately portray the slow derogation of social structure, as a mini-series this really shines.

Season 1 score. The production is consistently captivating despite the desolate setting and there’s many threads to keep us interested. Unfortunately, most of them fizzle. There was a moment with the ring that I thought may payoff, but no. The first half is much better than the grislier second, and the historical record kind of deflates the tension as this sharp cast trundles on over endless grey rock.

S1. The Bounty on ice, with a nuclear Jared Harris performance: really some of the finest acting around. The acting and dialog all around was mostly magnificent and felt historically authentic, forging memorable characters and a feeling of euphoria to be so lucky to be time traveling to 1845. A victory of artistic quality in photography, music and sound design. I’m convinced it could’ve done without the predator but relieved it didn’t steal too much airtime and some of the gore did work well

The tag "Based on true events" has never been more loosely applied. Thats a bit like Apollo 13 conking out and being repaired by aliens. This tale has no idea where it is going, with only a few characters fleshed out enough to be recognisable as time went on. That's not to say is wasnt moderately enjoyable, or indeed brilliantly acted, but what could have been a really "terrifying" tale of what COULD have happened to these men descended into supernatural fantasy, which clearly DIDN'T happen

A lot going on here. The reluctant captain with a tangible arc, monkey gum disease, era diving and some Inuit spirituality to keep you on your toes. Which leads me to the main takeaway - always eat people's soles.

Gave up during the 5th episode, where I found myself checking e-mail while it droned on in the background. Mumbling Brits further drowned out by a score of creaky boat noises. Ugh.

The Terror

**Review of *The Terror* (2018) – 71/100** *The Terror* (2018) is a chilling blend of historical drama and supernatural horror, following the doomed Franklin Expedition as they face freezing isolation and an unseen menace. The slow-burn tension and strong performances (especially Jared Harris and Tobias Menzies) make it gripping, though the pacing drags at times. The mix of psychological dread and folklore horror is effective, but some may find it too bleak or drawn out. **71/100 – A haunting, a