Jacques

This show is phenomenal. I’m not the type of person to rewatch shows, but I've seen Mr. Robot three times and there's a reason why I and others keep coming back to it. The first two lines of the show are, “Hello, friend.” You, the audience, are thrown into the position of being the “friend,” an observer in Elliot Alderson’s head, and the way this dynamic interweaves with the rest of the story is exceptionally unique. The show is endlessly entertaining when it comes to hacking, sound design, and visual storytelling. It also makes great use of omitting context on purpose, leaving you desperate to know more. But the acting takes the cake. The variety of characters you meet and how they affect the story is nothing short of impressive. You never for a single moment doubt the authenticity of a single person in this show. Almost every scene feels real. And that’s where the show is the strongest: demonstrating real societal and individual problems. Depression, trauma, social anxiety, addiction, loneliness, nihilism, the list goes on. The way they’re portrayed not only feels authentic, it changes the way you perceive them. Overall, Mr. Robot is an incredible show. It’s one of the best thrillers you will ever watch.