Taking It Down | Is ‘True Detective: Night Country’ Too Much or Just Enough? | Episode 188

In this episode, Blaine and Donovan discuss the recent change in the video schedule for Taking It Down On Video (1:22) before they then delve into the setting of Alaska in True Detective: Night Country to answer the question: is it attempting too much (3:06)? To end, the two discuss various topics, including Apple TV+ originals, and other TV shows that could play a role for discussion for the podcast going forward (28:30), such as Manhunt, Constellation, Sugar, The Big Door Prize, Dark Matter, and The Lady in the Lake.

At 5:00 p.m. CST on Wednesdays, be sure to get to YouTube to watch Taking It Down On Video, where this week we ponder if we want anyone to win on The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion.

Episode 188 Takeaways

• The change in the video schedule for Taking It Down on Video has been made to align better with the coverage of the challenge and to provide a separate entity for challenge discussion.
• The setting of Alaska in True Detective allows for an exploration of mental illness in a dark environment.
• The supernatural element in the show could benefit from a more subtle approach, with hints and glimpses rather than jump scares.
• The engaging endings of the episodes create anticipation for the next one and keep viewers hooked.
• The characters’ mental states, such as Navarro’s bleeding ears, add to the mystery and intrigue of the show.
• The unresolved storylines and the introduction of new characters, like Otis Heiss, leave viewers wanting more.
• Other TV shows, such as those on Apple TV, offer potential for exciting and compelling storytelling. The search for John Wilkes Booth after he kills Lincoln is a fascinating historical drama.
• Apple TV+ has a variety of original shows, including Constellation, Sugar, The Big Door Prize, Dark Matter, and The Lady in the Lake.
• Expatz on Amazon Prime is a critically acclaimed show worth checking out.
• Ash Wednesday is a significant day for Elvis Perkins fans.

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