Good Omens (TV Series) Saturday Morning Funtime (2019) User Reviews

Tick Tock, time's running out for our duo

[ganymedes1985 · 8/10 · 26 June 2019]

The scheming of our Good & Evil pairing starts to unravel as the deadline for Armageddon comes closer at a fast pace.

Time is running out

[moviesfilmsreviewsinc · 10/10 · 2 August 2023]

Good Omens is a madcap adaptation of the popular film, featuring a yellow toad-faced alien from a flying saucer chastising a passing witchfinder for their poor planetary husbandry. The film is filled with various bizarre elements, such as Atlantis, the Kraken, Tibetans, and the toad-faced alien. The result is a mix of childlike and adult elements, likely to unsettle those who prefer easily categorised entertainment. The adaptation requires a combination of imagination and money to convince the funding community that no weird ideas should be left behind. Episode four of Good Omens revolves around the children as Adam exerts his ungodly powers on his followers. The novel's anti-nuclear, eco-activism message is now more relevant than ever. Episode four, focusing on events in Tadfield, feels the most childlike yet, with some childlike elements. However, Jack Whitehall's childlike Newton Pulsifer is hapless and exaggerated, and his and Anathema's story is less compelling. The location of Jasmine Cottage and its inhabitants is difficult to compete with, and the witchfinder sergeant, Madame Tracy, may fade into the background without Miranda Richardson's luminous performance. The set and location design are top-notch, with distinct environments in heaven, hell, Aziraphale's bookshop, Crowley's flat, and Hogback Woods. The idea of heaven and hell occupying the top floor and basement of the same building plays into the series' repeated suggestion that not much separates both belligerent sides in this war. The idea of heaven's blown-out Apple Store lighting versus Hell's dank, unhealthy corridors buzzing with an infernal soundscape plays particularly well on screen. Good Omens returns to show the two horsemen preparing to ride, with Aziraphale pleading with Gabriel to discuss matters with God. Angel Michael investigates Aziraphale using his connections with Crowley. Pollution, Pollution's third horseman, joins Death and Pestilence. The Demons prepare for Armageddon in Hell, awaiting the arrival of Warlock, who happens to be the wrong Antichrist. Adam, the real Antichrist, continues to conjure up his desires, and Adam unleashes the Kraken to save whales by unleashing the Kraken. Hastur and Ligur arrive at Crowley's apartment to seek the demon and unleash vengeance. After being tricked by holy water, Ligur is burnt alive, leaving Hastur hesitant to approach him. After a brief stare-down, Hastur follows Crowley into cyberspace, where the demon escapes and traps the Duke of Hell. Meanwhile, at Tadfield Anathema manages to maintain control while Adam conjures up a tornado, leading to the town succumbing to Adam's rule. Aziraphale demands to speak to God, who tells him they want to win the war on Earth and a multi-nation nuclear war. Shadwell, confusing him for a demon, confuses him for a demon. Crowley ascends to Heaven, but a candle burns the bookstore, including the book of Prophecies. With Adam's reign in full swing, Good Omens increases tension and urgency, with more screen time for supporting characters and fleshing out the grand plan. The show also incorporates biblical elements and a modern twist on the four horsemen, with Terry Pratchett's humor providing enjoyable episodes.