Tales from the Loop

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Tales from the Loop2020

8/10
An atmospheric mystery about an underground experiment that gets tighter the more answers you get

Do mysteries get better the more questions you resolve? They often don’t, plus resolutions can also eliminate a need for rewatching. But that’s not the case here with Tales from the Loop, a story that gets tighter and more substantial the more answers you get. It goes for an eerie, atmospheric vibe, allowing viewers to get a feel for the world with a slow burn unveiling of context. There’s a gloom to the way it handles the bridge between reality and its (for lack of a better word) supernatural, but it’s still a comfort to watch. It’s easy on the eyes, dialogue and performances are measured, and if you have the headspace for long episodes, it’s a well-executed show in general that’s worth your time.

Synopsis

The story of the town and people who live above “The Loop,” a machine built to unlock and explore the mysteries of the universe – making things possible that were previously relegated only to science fiction.

Storyline

This series covers the complex connection between residents living above “The Loop,” an experimental machine capable of twisting reality.

TLDR

It’s like a less dark Dark.

What stands out

This isn’t something you finish one episode of and go back-and-forth on whether you’re continuing or not. If you’re finishing that entire first episode, you’re gonna keep watching.