In my time waiting for "Better Call Saul" (which thankfully returns Feb. 15(Happy B-Day El Mijo!)) and "Game of Thrones" (fucking April), I've been searching for a new show to give me my fill of action/drama. Yes, I could go the safe route and pick a "House of Cards" or a "Ray Donovan" but those two shows just have never made it to my screen for some reason. A few weeks ago, I found myself recording the premiere of AMC's new martial-arts style show Into the Badlands, and after watching episode 4, I texted my fellow ITB friend/watcher The Derp to tell him I'm officially hooked.
The Fight scenes certainly grab your attention
Sunny (above, ironic name, I know) is one of the most feared "Clippers" in all of the Badlands and delivers ruthless ass-kickings at least once an episode. The tattoos on his back represent every kill he has loyally done in the interest of his Baron. Gory, creative and shocking, the fight scenes satisfy your inner blood/action thirst to the max.
Sunny (above, ironic name, I know) is one of the most feared "Clippers" in all of the Badlands and delivers ruthless ass-kickings at least once an episode. The tattoos on his back represent every kill he has loyally done in the interest of his Baron. Gory, creative and shocking, the fight scenes satisfy your inner blood/action thirst to the max.
The Acting/Story is coming along: The show features a couple teenagers who have a long way to go in the acting department but every child actor is pretty much shit when they first start out. Don't let the little shits be a wrench in your side because The Baron (Quinn) will easily become your favorite character. The Baron mixes a dirty southern accent with a ruthless, despicable character and the results are phenomenal. Sunny is also a great actor while the rest of the lesser folks are serviceable and coming along. The first two episodes are slow but really take off after the third show. Don't let the crappy acting of "M.K. & Tilda" scare you off, this show is legit.
AMC on Sunday nights, watch it by yourself or with your homies.
By: El Mijo