To tell you the truth when I first heard about this, I didn't have high expectations. I've grown use to the better quality TV shows from premium cable channels instead of the basic networks. I don't find network TV as good as it use to be. So I was pleasantly surprised to see how good this turned out to be.
First of all it's fantasy/horror. Though not scary. Well at least I wasn't. It's leads are a present day black female cop, Lt. Abbie Mills, and a 18th century dude, Ichabod Crane that wakes up in Sleepy Hollow the 21st century. An unlikely pair, yet these two have great camaraderie. I believe their interactions and conversations are key in the success of this show. They are going to be good friends. I've watched as their friendship has been growing. It's grown on me too. I like them. I care about them. Gives the show heart.
The writers have placed a twist on the Sleepy Hollow story tying it to Christian mythology(or religion depending on how you look at it.) It's tied directly to the Four Horsemen of the apocalypse. Ichabod "dies" in 1781 whilst on a mission for George Washington whom apparently is aware of the supernatural going ons and the appearance of the first of the Four Horsemen. Ichabod then re-awakens in present day Sleepy Hollow and is immediately drawn into his mission again. Given that there's a headless horseman, I'm guessing you can put 2 and 2 together without me spoiling as to whom else has showed up in present day Sleepy Hollow? The writers have since delved into witchcraft of the Americas and native American folklore. There's a lot of spooky stuff going on in Sleepy Hollow and Abbie and Ichabod are on the case.
I'm reminded of that feeling as a child when I read Grimms' Fairy Tales. The way I was drawn into the stories and couldn't wait for the next chapter. The writers are brilliantly weaving the threads together, pulling elements from Christianity(myth) and folklore. Creating mysteries, yet solving puzzles within an episode and giving more clues as to how to defeat the evil that is coming. And no, they aren't shoving Christianity down your throat. It's used as a storytelling tool. Yes, there are some things that you have to overlook, such as how quickly and easily Ichabod has become an associate of the police department. But there is nothing overly outlandish in this fantasy show that you can't get pass. You know that it's contrived so that they can get on with the story. I'm okay with that.
One of the things I really love are those pockets of humor. Usually it revolves around Ichabod and him getting use to 21st century technologies, or his wonder and sometimes outrage at the way history has turned out. Those are the little gems of moments that make me smile. There are no boring times on this show. It's one non-stop event after another. Almost no time to catch breath. It's not over-the-top complicated. There aren't way too many characters with a zillion separate stories to keep track of. It's entertaining, charming and fun with likable characters. I usually don't write reviews so early on in a show, but after three fantastic episodes I'm satisfied that this is a winner! 10/10
***Edit***August 29 2015 What started out as a fantastic 1st season felt like a completely different show in the second season. The entire 2nd season was atrocious. Oh it had it moments, unfortunately those aren't enough for me to comeback for a third season. I wish it good luck and maybe someday I'll re-visit the show. I really hope the show improves. I've changed the 10/10 rating to a 6. Good luck SH.
First of all it's fantasy/horror. Though not scary. Well at least I wasn't. It's leads are a present day black female cop, Lt. Abbie Mills, and a 18th century dude, Ichabod Crane that wakes up in Sleepy Hollow the 21st century. An unlikely pair, yet these two have great camaraderie. I believe their interactions and conversations are key in the success of this show. They are going to be good friends. I've watched as their friendship has been growing. It's grown on me too. I like them. I care about them. Gives the show heart.
The writers have placed a twist on the Sleepy Hollow story tying it to Christian mythology(or religion depending on how you look at it.) It's tied directly to the Four Horsemen of the apocalypse. Ichabod "dies" in 1781 whilst on a mission for George Washington whom apparently is aware of the supernatural going ons and the appearance of the first of the Four Horsemen. Ichabod then re-awakens in present day Sleepy Hollow and is immediately drawn into his mission again. Given that there's a headless horseman, I'm guessing you can put 2 and 2 together without me spoiling as to whom else has showed up in present day Sleepy Hollow? The writers have since delved into witchcraft of the Americas and native American folklore. There's a lot of spooky stuff going on in Sleepy Hollow and Abbie and Ichabod are on the case.
I'm reminded of that feeling as a child when I read Grimms' Fairy Tales. The way I was drawn into the stories and couldn't wait for the next chapter. The writers are brilliantly weaving the threads together, pulling elements from Christianity(myth) and folklore. Creating mysteries, yet solving puzzles within an episode and giving more clues as to how to defeat the evil that is coming. And no, they aren't shoving Christianity down your throat. It's used as a storytelling tool. Yes, there are some things that you have to overlook, such as how quickly and easily Ichabod has become an associate of the police department. But there is nothing overly outlandish in this fantasy show that you can't get pass. You know that it's contrived so that they can get on with the story. I'm okay with that.
One of the things I really love are those pockets of humor. Usually it revolves around Ichabod and him getting use to 21st century technologies, or his wonder and sometimes outrage at the way history has turned out. Those are the little gems of moments that make me smile. There are no boring times on this show. It's one non-stop event after another. Almost no time to catch breath. It's not over-the-top complicated. There aren't way too many characters with a zillion separate stories to keep track of. It's entertaining, charming and fun with likable characters. I usually don't write reviews so early on in a show, but after three fantastic episodes I'm satisfied that this is a winner! 10/10
***Edit***August 29 2015 What started out as a fantastic 1st season felt like a completely different show in the second season. The entire 2nd season was atrocious. Oh it had it moments, unfortunately those aren't enough for me to comeback for a third season. I wish it good luck and maybe someday I'll re-visit the show. I really hope the show improves. I've changed the 10/10 rating to a 6. Good luck SH.