I just saw the pilot episode and here are my thoughts.
Where other spy shows have failed like J.J Abrams "Undercovers", Missing doesn't get too convoluted with sub-plots after sub-plots, but rather focuses on one woman's determination through love to get what matters to her the most: her son. No various evil villains to contend with; save for a conspiracy that involves many shady and suspicious characters, no state of the art laboratories with gadgets. Ashley Judd's character is just an ordinary gal caught up in extraordinary circumstances. But the journey is just starting because I've a feeling that things are about to get more and more exciting.
From an action standpoint, Ms Judd delivers the goods and easy on the eyes. The action scenes are fluidly choreographed and staged, making it easy to follow; unlike today's action films that rely heavily on quick cuts and ADD-style editing which can put off most action buffs but this is not the case. But I can really do without the music in some parts of the show; particularly at the beginning and middle parts concerning certain plot points. Hopefully they'll do without them in later episodes.
The acting is also good; especially from Ms. Judd who shows very convincing emotions throughout and it gives the show and added dose of realism; making you care for her character and her struggle to find her son, the only thing that matters in her life after losing her husband in a tragic incident. It's a shame I never got to see more emotional scenes after his death. Would've made it more poignant. But I'm willing to overlook that as there's always room for more emotional development from her character. It's only certain characters; namely her partner that doesn't really gel with the rest of the proceedings because he wasn't fully developed as a character or confidant for the lead role. I'm not one to see characters killed off before they had their chance to shine, but if the character isn't developed, then the audience isn't gonna care whether he/she lives or dies. That is something they need to work on in the future of this show.
So from the looks of things, Missing is shaping up to be a show that's worth a look. It's not too convoluted like other shows of this type and isn't trying to be. What it is is a story of a loving mother trying to get her son back from harm. I think that is compelling enough to warrant a look from any interested viewer who is a fan of intense thrilling action with story.
Where other spy shows have failed like J.J Abrams "Undercovers", Missing doesn't get too convoluted with sub-plots after sub-plots, but rather focuses on one woman's determination through love to get what matters to her the most: her son. No various evil villains to contend with; save for a conspiracy that involves many shady and suspicious characters, no state of the art laboratories with gadgets. Ashley Judd's character is just an ordinary gal caught up in extraordinary circumstances. But the journey is just starting because I've a feeling that things are about to get more and more exciting.
From an action standpoint, Ms Judd delivers the goods and easy on the eyes. The action scenes are fluidly choreographed and staged, making it easy to follow; unlike today's action films that rely heavily on quick cuts and ADD-style editing which can put off most action buffs but this is not the case. But I can really do without the music in some parts of the show; particularly at the beginning and middle parts concerning certain plot points. Hopefully they'll do without them in later episodes.
The acting is also good; especially from Ms. Judd who shows very convincing emotions throughout and it gives the show and added dose of realism; making you care for her character and her struggle to find her son, the only thing that matters in her life after losing her husband in a tragic incident. It's a shame I never got to see more emotional scenes after his death. Would've made it more poignant. But I'm willing to overlook that as there's always room for more emotional development from her character. It's only certain characters; namely her partner that doesn't really gel with the rest of the proceedings because he wasn't fully developed as a character or confidant for the lead role. I'm not one to see characters killed off before they had their chance to shine, but if the character isn't developed, then the audience isn't gonna care whether he/she lives or dies. That is something they need to work on in the future of this show.
So from the looks of things, Missing is shaping up to be a show that's worth a look. It's not too convoluted like other shows of this type and isn't trying to be. What it is is a story of a loving mother trying to get her son back from harm. I think that is compelling enough to warrant a look from any interested viewer who is a fan of intense thrilling action with story.