Necrotongue

Jackson Lamb must be Gary Oldman's dream role — he seems to be having a blast. What bugged me, though, was that you don't need to be a genius like Jackson Lamb to figure out who's behind everything. The second episode laid it all out so clearly that there weren't any other possibilities. Unless there's a perfect plot twist coming to prove me wrong. Hmmm, can't see that happening. / Lesson learned: Giving a second chance to someone who physically attacked you? That's on you.

I was drawn to this Korean series by the promise of a strange inheritance, which totally appealed to my morbid side. Imagine my disappointment when that element was nowhere to be seen in the entire first episode. The plot didn't stand out much, and I can't say I got to know the characters well, except for the main heroine, the mayor, and Detective Choi. Fun fact: I've seen at least two other crime dramas featuring a detective named Choi. Coincidence? So, after the first episode, I'm sticking with my usual three-star starting rating. But I have to give props for the chilling atmosphere — it was spot on. / Lesson learned: Rice wine might be a risk in itself, but thallium? That's on another level.

I had a good time and laughed a lot, but compared to the 2020 special Intolerant, this one fell short for me. It wasn't just the repeated jokes; overall, it felt less polished. So, why did I still go for a five-star rating despite my reservations? Greta's origin story absolutely floored me. The finale had me laughing out loud, and that alone was worth the rating. / Lesson learned: I could do without the details from the comedian's sex life. 5*--

If this had been the first episode of the whole series, I wouldn't have given it more than three stars. But since I've already gone through two seasons of Slow Horses, I added a fourth, albeit weaker, star. I'm expecting the third season to be as fun as the previous two. This episode had its weak moments, but the repeated bursts of subtle humor really hit the mark, and I'm looking forward to what's next. / Lesson learned: Alcohol is humanity's downfall. An alcoholic is the one doing all the heavy lifting so others can relax. 4*-

Seeing Jim Jefferies for the first time was quite an experience. Sure, he doesn't hold back on the expletives, but honestly, I didn't mind at all. It perfectly matched his unique style. Whether it's his Australian accent or his myriad of addictions, there's something about his delivery that's incredibly entertaining. But it's not just his style that stands out — his material is spot on. He goes after everything and everyone, including himself, leaving political correctness gasping for air in some dark corner. / Lesson learned: Be careful about what you applaud.

I wasn't expecting much from this series, and after the first two episodes, I felt pretty underwhelmed. But then, by episode three, things started to click. The story grabbed my attention, and I found myself really enjoying the quirky trio at the center. The pacing picked up, and I loved how it balanced serious moments with that unique Irish humor. Even from the pilot, though, I was hooked on the Irish English — it just added a great flavor. Sure, the show had its fair share of logical hiccups, but they didn't bug me too much. Despite the creators' slip-ups, I had a surprisingly good time watching it. / Lesson learned: Eel trafficking is a thing. Who would've guessed?

The Irish creators really stuck the landing. They didn't cut corners, and they wrapped everything up pretty nicely. What I found really intriguing was how the lines between the villains and everyone else (journalists, Interpol, the wimp, and the rest) blurred over time. By the end, I couldn't even tell who the real bad guys were. I had a blast, though, thanks to the hilarious Irish-Romanian who probably won't hitchhike ever again, and the Irish Pied Piper. But I was a bit let down by the lackluster explosion — I was expecting something way more epic. / Lesson learned: Sing something catchy, and the crowd will follow.

I’m not usually a fan of episodes filled with hallucinations, but the creators pulled it off pretty well. The plot kept me hooked, the story moved forward, and two of the main characters are in even deeper trouble than before. I'm really looking forward to seeing how it all wraps up and hoping the creators don’t take any silly shortcuts. Here’s to a solid finale! / Lesson learned: Never stand in front of a person who is throwing up.

This episode has been the best so far for me. Maybe it's because I love stories told from different perspectives, but mainly because the old Irish mystery finally started to unravel — and to my surprise, the partial explanation actually made sense. I had serious concerns that the unfolding case would become the weakest link, but I couldn't have been more wrong. / Lesson learned: Sometimes you just have a bad day. 4*+

It looks like I'm really starting to get into this story. Besides Dove, the other two members of the main trio are finally getting more screen time, and the plot is starting to develop nicely. The creators even gave me a nostalgic moment with Cyndi Lauper. There were a few moments that left me confused, though. Maybe it’s just my ignorance, but I always thought dead bodies in water would look more bloated than dried out. And the coroner's lack of interest in the victims was surprising. But hey, what do I know about Ireland, right? Overall, I had a great time with this episode. Boredom didn’t even come close, so I'm sticking with my four-star rating. / Lesson learned: If you're hoping to finally find out how eels like to do it, brace yourself for disappointment.