The original post: /r/television by /u/Aman9478 on 2024-04-27 22:20:03.
I’m watching the Marvel series Legion because the creator (Noah Hawley) is also the creator of my favourite series, Fargo. I finished season 1, and it seems there’s a pretty wide consensus that it’s a great season of tv, which I agree with. On season 2 now, I think it’s just as good, if not better. This bring me to the question - why do people not like this season? Is it because of its experimental nature? it’s approach to a more thematically focused narrative than a plot driven one? Because to me, it’s original, compelling, and extremely thought provoking. Plays very deftly with the themes of the first season (mental health, identity), while exploring more philosophical themes like the nature of reality, and beliefs. Critics seem to love this season too, so I really can’t understand why others don’t.
PSA: No hate if you didn’t like this season, I’m genuinely trying to understand.