I started writing this early in the afternoon, and I am just completing it at 10:58 pm. Goes to show how unpredictable and busy my days can get. Now I cannot even be bothered to finish lol I will save it for the finale.
Double Helix - episodes 7 & 8
I have words! OH I have WORDS!
Firstly, let me just say that I am now actively trying to watch this series as a completely independent story, not giving any consideration to it being a remake. The reason is that for me it does not live up to the movies and by extension to the novel. This is a lot tamer, and I do not think the actors are capable, in their current capacity, to pull off the story in its truest form. I think it is safe to say this since there are only four episodes left, and it is highly unlikely that there could be such a dramatic turn that would change my mind.
This level of intensity and toxicity from the movie is simply not being matched, much less exceeded:
Make no mistake, the series is indeed recreating the main plot events in line with the original story. It is just a matter of lacking the requisite emotional elements, atmosphere and skills to pull it off convincingly.
Now, as to the series standing by itself. It is by no means a bad series. I like it, but just not as a remake.