4) The Visuals Are Incredible
As we just touched upon, Legion‘s genius doesn’t just lie in its creative, off-the-wall writing, but also in its strong, unique visual flavour.
Though the evidence suggests it’s set in contemporary times, the fashions, decor and architecture of Legion indicates it takes place in the swinging sixties, which reflects the trippy, psychedelic vibe it’s going for. It works as a terrific visual metaphor for how the world David inhabits is unhinged and doesn’t make sense.
It’s not an action-driven show, but the climax of the pilot episode does show that it has the potential to excel in that area as well. A protracted chase sequence between mutants and humans is all done in one, long take a la Daredevil‘s famed corridor fight scenes.
It’s unashamed authorial tone may put off some, but if you like a TV show that pops out of the screen and grabs your attention, then Legion is for you.
Published: Feb 13, 2017 04:26 pm