Review of Bodkin: A Slow-Burning Thriller with Dark Comedy
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Introduction
The new series Bodkin falls into the genre of thriller
with a touch of dark comedy. The story revolves around the character Gilbert,
who, along with his team, goes to a town named Bodkin to create a podcast.
There, they discover that three people are missing. Why are they missing, and
what's the deep secret behind it? You might have guessed by now that when
people go missing, there are often big secrets involved. Sometimes it's a cult,
sometimes a psychotic person, sometimes supernatural elements, and sometimes
deep government secrets. The people involved often get entangled in the
mystery. Which path this series will take is something you'll find interesting
while watching it. However, you might find the start a bit slow as it sets up
the story.
Bodkin Trailer
The Slow-Burning Narrative
Swedish or Irish series often build up slowly. If
you've noticed, stories from the Norse side, like the 'Thor: Ragnarok' series,
start slowly but gradually become gripping. They remain slow-paced but a lot
happens, making you want to watch one episode after another. The dynamics
between the characters, their conversations, and the scares combined with their
alert minds make the dialogues very interesting, helping to solve the case in
some way.
Creating Atmosphere Through Setting and Sound
The series uses two levers to show gloominess,
intensity, and suspense. First, large landscapes with greenery and woods
provide a scenic view and a sense of eerie silence, making you feel that
something suspenseful is going on. Some scenes are completely silent with very
little music, enhancing the feeling of suspense. Second, the dialogues during
investigations or when seeking responses never give complete information,
making you think about what the characters might be hiding. This element is
well-utilized.
Character Dynamics and Humor
The music isn't overly dramatic; it moves slowly.
Gilbert's character initially takes center stage, but then his colleague does,
making you feel more invested in Gilbert, who is humorous and more engaging on
screen. Bringing him back to the main stage takes some time, pulling you in.
Final Thoughts
In my opinion, this series isn't highly differential,
so if you want to skip it, you can, as many series of this type have been made.
The tone is light-hearted from a dialogue perspective, but the seriousness and
intensity are maintained, thanks to the director's efforts.
Bodkin might not stand out in a crowded field of
mystery-thriller series, but it offers an engaging enough experience for those
who enjoy a slow-burning narrative with moments of dark humor and suspense.
Summery
Bodkin is a new
thriller series with a hint of dark comedy, centering on Gilbert and his team,
who travel to the town of Bodkin to create a podcast about three missing
people. The story's intrigue lies in uncovering whether the mystery involves a
cult, a psychotic person, supernatural elements, or deep government secrets.
The series starts slowly, setting up the narrative, reminiscent of Swedish and
Irish series that build momentum gradually.
The show
effectively uses expansive landscapes and silence to create a sense of
suspense. Conversations during investigations are intentionally vague,
prompting viewers to ponder hidden truths. Gilbert’s character initially
dominates but later shares the spotlight with his colleague, maintaining viewer
investment through his humor and screen presence. The music is subtle,
enhancing the atmosphere without overshadowing the story.
Bodkin may not
be groundbreaking, but it delivers an engaging experience for fans of
slow-burning mysteries. The light-hearted dialogue contrasts with the serious
and intense tone, thanks to the director’s efforts. While it might not stand
out in a crowded genre, the series offers enough intrigue and suspense to keep
viewers interested, particularly those who enjoy gradual, atmospheric
storytelling.
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