I saw the pilot for the show on a free Blockbuster DVD. I was hoping to like it more, especially since I like the main actors. But 10 minutes into this one, and I knew I was just watching another formulaic network show.
There are definitely some interesting twists in the pilot; however, the writers insist on establishing atmosphere and introducing characters in such a heavy-handed/seen-it-a-million-times kind of way.
Some comments have been made about make McKidd's accent -- believe me, if you saw him in a British film like the very fine, very intense "Dog Soldiers," you'd be reaching for the subtitles button in a hurry. As for Moon Bloodgood, who always lights up the screen, it's been noted that she was in the short-lived "Daybreak," which also had a time shifting premise. That was a far superior show, which was not afraid to keep us off balance (and that might have spelled its demise), but it was an engaging, challenging and enjoyable viewing experience. Even when I really didn't know exactly what was going on, I was hooked strongly enough to endure the discomfort of watching six unaired episodes online.
I can't predict if this show is going to make it because I'm not a good judge of mass-market appeal. It's obvious from the pilot that nothing in "Journeyman" will get you too excited or unsettled. It's a by-the-numbers network narcotic that will wash over you, without disturbing your TV expectations. So sad to say, but my first trip with the "Journeyman" will be my last one.
There are definitely some interesting twists in the pilot; however, the writers insist on establishing atmosphere and introducing characters in such a heavy-handed/seen-it-a-million-times kind of way.
Some comments have been made about make McKidd's accent -- believe me, if you saw him in a British film like the very fine, very intense "Dog Soldiers," you'd be reaching for the subtitles button in a hurry. As for Moon Bloodgood, who always lights up the screen, it's been noted that she was in the short-lived "Daybreak," which also had a time shifting premise. That was a far superior show, which was not afraid to keep us off balance (and that might have spelled its demise), but it was an engaging, challenging and enjoyable viewing experience. Even when I really didn't know exactly what was going on, I was hooked strongly enough to endure the discomfort of watching six unaired episodes online.
I can't predict if this show is going to make it because I'm not a good judge of mass-market appeal. It's obvious from the pilot that nothing in "Journeyman" will get you too excited or unsettled. It's a by-the-numbers network narcotic that will wash over you, without disturbing your TV expectations. So sad to say, but my first trip with the "Journeyman" will be my last one.