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hile we’re still pretending that Ben Affleck venture from
003 doesn’t exist, the Daredevil television series manages
o do significantly more justice (sorry) to the unassuming
haracter of Matt Murdock. Left blind following a childhood
ccident, Murdock was forced to hone his remaining
enses, resulting in a superhuman transition that gives
im ridiculously good hearing and a steely facade. Charlie
ox stars as the lawyer by day – with his old mate Foggy
elson (it’s Fulton from The Mighty Ducks !) and ring-in
Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll) – and crime-fighter by night,
who intends to take down the delinquent ring led by the illustrious Wilson
Fisk (the brilliant Vincent D’Onofrio). Daredevil is gripping comic book TV for
the more mature Marvel fans out there – especially those that enjoy a good,
brutal alleyway beating. Hell’s Kitchen better keep an eye out. AK
The man without fear
DAREDEVIL: SEASON 1
Release Date: 07/12/16 Format:
Kyle Barnes (Patrick Fugit) is an outcast. He's been plagued
by diabolical forces since he was a child and now lives a
life of solitude in Rome, West Virginia. But the Devil isn't
done with him yet – the town is a magnet for demonic
possession, and Kyle's past experience makes him the
perfect partner to assist the local reverend (Philip Glenister) in
casting out unclean spirits. Based on the comic book series
by Robert Kirkman ( The Walking Dead ), Outcast combines
blood-curdling exorcism and small town drama into a creepy
package that's full of truly disturbing moments. The cast is
great, too: Glenister's southern preacher (who smokes and swears like a
trooper) is an absolute blast, as is baritone-voiced Reg E. Cathey as the chief
of police. And Star Trek's Brent Spiner also pops up as an agent of evil. Fans
of American Horror Story are advised to check this out. SH
Possession is just the beginning
OUTCAST: SEASON 1
Release Date: 07/12/16 Format:
ollowing the astronomical success of Daredevil,
arvel unleashed Jessica Jones with all the grit it could
uster. The title character (Krysten Ritter) is a hard-ass,
hiskey-gulping P.I. in sleazy Hell’s Kitchen, where
er sole protector is her super strength. But it’s no
elp when her mind-controlling stalker, Kilgrave (David
ennant), resurfaces and her horrific past with the Devil
omes to light. Without the odd throwaway line linking
t back to the MCU, you could be forgiven for thinking
his psychotic addition isn't part of the same universe
as The Avengers. Ritter is as wickedly good as Tennant is terrifying –
every word he hisses is full of shiver-inducing venom. This is addictive
viewing but you may need a shower afterwards – the down and dirty
tone will leave you feeling grimy. Savannah Douglas
Bad to the bone
JESSICA JONES: SEASON 1
Release Date: 07/12/16 Format:
adly, Penny has been dropped by Showtime and it's
readful that one of the best horror series on TV has
ome to an end after only three seasons. In this last
urrah, Dracula's seduction of Vanessa Ives triggers
e end of days. As darkness falls over London, Victor
rankenstein enlists the help of fellow doctor Henry
ekyll to find a cure for Lily, who is becoming increasing
ore unhinged. Elsewhere, The Creature attempts to
connect with his family and Ethan Chandler returns
the American West, where he discovers his Apache
heritage and the pivotal role he must play in the oncoming apocalypse.
John Logan's high concept period saga brought horror literature's
greatest creations together in a manner that wasn't contrived, and Eva
Green's tragic clairvoyant Vanessa was its bloody heart and soul. SH
Darkness falls
PENNY DREADFUL: THE FINAL SEASON
Release Date: 07/12/16 Format: