The English (2022)
It's a Slow Draw, and Many Scenes are too Precious
11 November 2022
I've waded through 3 episodes, but I'm not sure I'll continue. One of my main objections: what could be told in half the time is stretched out, due to abundant production funds. The cast is good, and the plot concepts are worthwhile. That said, the segments revolving around a potential romance are more-than-predictable. I will say this, though: the set design and landscapes are quite beautiful.

Certain scenes are a fond tribute to classic westerns, but many sections unnecessarily expand granular events. It's like writing a brief poem and using excess commas. When this happens, every moment becomes precious, and the overall rhythm drags down.

Regarding the soundtrack, the moody vocals (placed at the end of the episodes) will strike certain viewers as bizarre. Others will not even notice the lyrics. The instrumental music is used generously, but like the script, the vibe is heavy-handed.
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