Spoiler Alert: This story enveloped me. I'm a fan of shows like Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones. I love Doctor Who. But Marco Polo has bewitched me on a whole new level. The actor who portrays Kublai Khan is amazing. I feel the Genghis power just watching him. Watching the entire cast perform their multi- faceted roles is mesmerizing. I can see how they have depicted so many cultures in such developed ways. From the way 100 eyes says "rootless" to Marco's initial martial arts skills, to the way Yusuf and Ahmad talk about their rough childhoods. The female cast are amazing. The strength, brutality and sadness of their lives is shown in a respectful, profound way. I cannot wait for Season 2. Season 1 was worth every minute.
Review of Marco Polo
Marco Polo
(2014–2016)
Anthropology major & fan of HBO here. Marco Polo is astounding.
20 December 2014
Warning: Spoilers