Michael Mann: HBO Luck Pilot Reviews

Being stuck in the UK, it is frustrating to be missing the HBO Luck 'sneak peek' party. But for your convenience I have pulled out some of the latest online reviews of the pilot that reveal mixed feelings, that are largely reflected in the twitter universe. From all the reactions, there seems to be largely cautious anticipation for the rest of the series, having been impressed by cast and "look", but confused by the 'in at the deep end' dialogue and naturalistic sound mixing (which is now common in a Mann production - Miami Vice had similar dialogue sound criticisms).

The overall consensus, I sense, is that there wasn't enough in the pilot to see where it is going (short Hoffman screen time), but there was more than enough to generate the want to see more and see what Milch is going to give us. As with any worthwhile, absorbing and character driven storylines, it has to slow burn before the viewer can 'feel' the inside of what is happening.

I get the impression that Michael Mann receives praise across the board for clear leadership and direction in the overall colour pallet, look and style - so can't wait to see it!

I will cut to the chase. Here is a selection of media reviews for you to consume:

Vogue

http://www.vogue.com/culture/article/and-theyre-off-a-sneak-preview-of-luck/

LA TImes

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv/la-et-hbo-luck-20111212,0,339190.story

NYMag

http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2011/12/handy-guide-to-understanding-hbos-luck.html

Flavorwire

http://flavorwire.com/240474/the-problem-with-hbos-luck

Wall Street Journal
http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2011/12/12/luck-season-1-pilot-preview-tv-recap/

Owning Racehorses

http://grevelisracing.blogspot.com/2011/12/luck-sneak-peak-disappoints.html

What a culture

http://whatculture.com/tv/tv-review-hbos-luck-pilot.php