The first season is a very extensive and amazing version of the movie. Of course there are parts added, but it is fully in the spirit of the movie, and very well written. The second season was a continuation of the first season, as if it was one ongoing story. However, about season III: wow. I think it's somewhat like the Godfather (comparison ends as is): part I is an epic tale, part II is rather good too, but season III is just the worst. What the f*** happened?! This is nothing like the first two seasons: the acting is (very!) cheap, the story is fully not connecting to the previous story, it's just... too simple. As if the budget was cut by 90%. This is like a new series trying to lift by on the success of the first two seasons. I just can't find the right words for how terrible this is... Like Scrubs: if you liked the first seasons, as I did very much, do not watch the last (/latest) season!!
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It's a Good Binge Watch
ranjanjktyr20 December 2018
I don't know what is this Fuzz about the 3rd Season , It was Exciting and was a Fun Watch .I Binge Watched the Entire Series in A Week So Thats a Good Show .Great Cast , Good CGI and Story What Else Do you Need. So don't buy the Negative Reviews and in your Spare Time Fun Binge the show.
Actually really well done!
windycitytoast31 March 2014
I was very apprehensive about checking out the From Dusk Till Dawn the Series, because I really liked the original film and felt that the show wouldn't do justice. This is also because they attempted to do several other films afterwards that were all flops. The difference though between the last couple films and this series, is that Robert Rodriguez(the guy who created/directed original film) is the helmer of this series rather than someone else. The show has proved to be successful with his adapting the film to television. 5 episodes in the series and each one has been nostalgic of the film. What I like about the show is that it follows the original story religiously, but goes into way more detail than it did in the film. I assume things will be somewhat different though from the film before the season is over in order to keep the story going since the series was recently renewed for another season after this one. So far though, the story is building the same way it did in the film, in that the Gecko brothers are on the run after robbing a bank, join up with the Fuller Family by taking them hostage in there RV so that they can evade police and make there way for El Rey. Episode 5 was the best episode I've seen yet. A small synopsis is that The Gecko Brothers and Fuller Family are almost into Mexico, but they need to get past the border checkpoint. This scene is much different than the film though, it that the stakes feel way more dangerous and higher. The story is great and smart, incorporating Wilmer Valderammas character Carlos and Ranger Gonzales who is still hot on the Gecko Brothers trail. All I have to say is by the end of the episode, you'll be wanting to see next weeks. If you've been keeping up with each episode so far, you've noticed little nods to the world of Rodriguez/Tarantino such as The Big Kahuna Burger, Earl Mcgraw's character played by Don Johnson in the series, Seth/Richies mannerisms..etc. If you get the El Rey channel, Netflix, or have internet to download, I definitely recommend keeping up with the series. It is surprisingly an entertaining show to watch on Sunday's.
Started very well but the standard proved difficult to maintain
grantss5 October 2015
(Updated after Season 3).
A series-length adaptation of the movie of the same name. That was written by Quentin Tarantino and directed by Robert Rodriguez. Now it's just the Robert Rodriguez Show...
Story is the same. Two criminal brothers, Richie and Seth Gecko, are on the run from the law in Texas. They kidnap a man and his two children and cross the border into Mexico. There they end up at a bar where not everything is at it would seem...
Like the movie, this started very well. While it was a crime-drama it was great: gritty, edgy and entertaining. Then, from a certain point it becomes a vampire/monster-drama and loses its edge. Becomes more a plain old action movie, with weird creatures.
Season 2 tried to do something different, but in doing so lost focus and just ending up going in random, pointless directions. Right then the only reason to continue watching was Eiza Gonzalez...
Unfortunately Eiza Gonzalez doesn't really have much screen time in Season 3, appearing briefly early on and then for the final two episodes. The plot in Season 3 is a bit more focused that S2, but that doesn't say much, plus it is focused on supernatural, style- over-substance nonsense. If S3 isn't the final season it is certainly, at least, my final season of watching From Dusk Till Dawn.
A series-length adaptation of the movie of the same name. That was written by Quentin Tarantino and directed by Robert Rodriguez. Now it's just the Robert Rodriguez Show...
Story is the same. Two criminal brothers, Richie and Seth Gecko, are on the run from the law in Texas. They kidnap a man and his two children and cross the border into Mexico. There they end up at a bar where not everything is at it would seem...
Like the movie, this started very well. While it was a crime-drama it was great: gritty, edgy and entertaining. Then, from a certain point it becomes a vampire/monster-drama and loses its edge. Becomes more a plain old action movie, with weird creatures.
Season 2 tried to do something different, but in doing so lost focus and just ending up going in random, pointless directions. Right then the only reason to continue watching was Eiza Gonzalez...
Unfortunately Eiza Gonzalez doesn't really have much screen time in Season 3, appearing briefly early on and then for the final two episodes. The plot in Season 3 is a bit more focused that S2, but that doesn't say much, plus it is focused on supernatural, style- over-substance nonsense. If S3 isn't the final season it is certainly, at least, my final season of watching From Dusk Till Dawn.
Strong start that looses its strength
amesmonde17 October 2016
Warning: Spoilers
The First season followed the beats of the film, encapsulates some of its Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino DNA. Seth (D.J. Cotrona), Richie (Zane Holtz) and Santanico (Eiza González) are solid throughout.
The second season no longer chained to the narrative of the film goes into fresh uncharted territory expanding the mythology, the practical effects are great but some of the CGI falls short.
The third season is a bit of a letdown, while it includes some cult actors and past characters, it further expands the folklore, but has become a 'monster week'cheap thrill. And although the effects are well done they are poorly lit leaving feeling very cheap looking and Buffy like.
Overall entertaining but loosing it's steam with each passing episode. The story keeps it intriguing but the execution appears to have lost it's way which is a shame as everyone appears to be giving 100%.
The second season no longer chained to the narrative of the film goes into fresh uncharted territory expanding the mythology, the practical effects are great but some of the CGI falls short.
The third season is a bit of a letdown, while it includes some cult actors and past characters, it further expands the folklore, but has become a 'monster week'cheap thrill. And although the effects are well done they are poorly lit leaving feeling very cheap looking and Buffy like.
Overall entertaining but loosing it's steam with each passing episode. The story keeps it intriguing but the execution appears to have lost it's way which is a shame as everyone appears to be giving 100%.
Better than the movie...
adaptor4 February 2021
Sexy Freakshow!
systemkaos14 January 2016
FROM DUSK TILL DAWN THE SERIES should be praised..Robert Rodriguez has delivered Top-notch entertainment with this series and for those tempted to compare it with the original movie:It's based on it. It's not meant to beat it and not based on true events. The elements and atmosphere are there and it goes on for hours. characters are fun and well casted. The Titty Twister is still the place to be and the original theme song ''After Dark'' by Tito & Tarantula has been revamped and tunes you into a new episode. It takes talent and balls for a producer to take this challenge and RR does it right. A sexy freak show,never boring and very well shot. Great Special FX. Enough characters for a 10 seasons trip and even more blood to keep it fresh. Lagrimas De Sangre!Lagrimas!!! Recommended!
Season one great, season two really bad
saalex-4392215 March 2016
Warning: Spoilers
I really liked the first season. The characters, plot, mythology, everything seemed pretty well written and well thought out. I was looking forward to season two....
Season two started alright, but then as the season progressed, the storyline became moronic. By the end of season two I felt like I had been robbed. The characters were acting out of character (Carlos letting enemies walk away at the well, Ranger Gonzales standing around holding his gun in Jackknife Jeds while the customers were becoming the main course, and the list goes on and on) there were times when you could not figure out a characters action, or inaction at all.
My rating is giving the first season an 8, the first six episodes of season 2 a 7, and the last episodes of season 2 a 1. Instead of hiring Demi Lovato, They should have hired a writer or two.
Edit: In looking at the other reviews for the show, I noticed that a lot of the good reviews came before Season 2, that makes sense.
Season two started alright, but then as the season progressed, the storyline became moronic. By the end of season two I felt like I had been robbed. The characters were acting out of character (Carlos letting enemies walk away at the well, Ranger Gonzales standing around holding his gun in Jackknife Jeds while the customers were becoming the main course, and the list goes on and on) there were times when you could not figure out a characters action, or inaction at all.
My rating is giving the first season an 8, the first six episodes of season 2 a 7, and the last episodes of season 2 a 1. Instead of hiring Demi Lovato, They should have hired a writer or two.
Edit: In looking at the other reviews for the show, I noticed that a lot of the good reviews came before Season 2, that makes sense.
Great modern retelling of a classic movie
ryderstrong6917 March 2014
Warning: Spoilers
So if you seen the movie From Dusk Til Dawn, then yes you know most of whats going to happen. The first episode is pretty much just an expanded retelling of the gas station opening from the movie. It adds some new content and modern things such as cell phones. The acting is pretty good and the casting did a good job of recreating the characters. Some people might complain that it is to much like the original movie, but myself I didn't have a problem with it. To me it was like watching a British show like Shameless and then watching the American version. Same thing different actors but still a great story. I enjoy seeing how different actors portray a character. They really do expand on a lot of things that the movie didn't go into. If your a hardcore elitist you might not like it but if you never seen the movie or are open minded about a franchise being rewritten, then this show is top notch.
I love this dumb show so much.
zorrodg-316-23833030 November 2020
This show is just all kinds of awesome. It's funny, quotable, gory and maintains the nihilism that made the OG such a darkly comic classic.
Cortana and Holtz carry the Gecko name with a hefty dose of gravitas but the real star of the show is the tonal balance it maintains throughout. The fact that it works as a crime show in addition to all the supernatural shenanigans is just a testament to the quality of the concept.
If you can get past the first 4 episodes (which are easily the worst of the show) then you're in for a hell of a ride.
Ramblers, let's get rambling!
Cortana and Holtz carry the Gecko name with a hefty dose of gravitas but the real star of the show is the tonal balance it maintains throughout. The fact that it works as a crime show in addition to all the supernatural shenanigans is just a testament to the quality of the concept.
If you can get past the first 4 episodes (which are easily the worst of the show) then you're in for a hell of a ride.
Ramblers, let's get rambling!
An insult to the movie
krycek1921 February 2015
Warning: Spoilers
First of all, I don't see the point of remaking the Classic cult movie as a series. A movie that last just under 1 hour and 50 minutes turned into ten episodes. There simply isn't enough story for that many episodes.
Second of all I can't believe Robert Rodriguez, who wrote and directed the original movie is actually involved in this crap. Third of all, the acting is bad. The guy playing Seth looks like Enrique Iglesias and al though he tries, he is no George Clooney.
The guy playing Richie, the other Brother is just terrible. Quentin Tarantino, might not be a professional actor, but he played a total psycho, convincingly in the movie. And he wasn't a psychic, like the douchebag Richy in this movie. Again why add that?? To give the character more depth? Third of all: the only good actor is Don Johnson as Earl, but of course they kill his character off in the first episode. That just says it all. Whenever there is a really bad show out there they get a big name for the pilot, then kill him off and the rest of the show depends on a bunch of unknowns. Which is why I won't watch any more episodes.
The difference between good acting and bad acting is that the two criminal murdering brothers were likable in the movie. Here they're just annoying and stupid I just want them shot, so the series can end.
The only ones that will find this crap entertaining is teenage boys, because of the violence and the occasional babes. And the violence and the babes were better and hotter in the movie.
As for the rest of you, avoid the series and watch or re-watch the movie. There is a reason it's a cult-classic.
Robert Rodriguez should be ashamed of himself.
Second of all I can't believe Robert Rodriguez, who wrote and directed the original movie is actually involved in this crap. Third of all, the acting is bad. The guy playing Seth looks like Enrique Iglesias and al though he tries, he is no George Clooney.
The guy playing Richie, the other Brother is just terrible. Quentin Tarantino, might not be a professional actor, but he played a total psycho, convincingly in the movie. And he wasn't a psychic, like the douchebag Richy in this movie. Again why add that?? To give the character more depth? Third of all: the only good actor is Don Johnson as Earl, but of course they kill his character off in the first episode. That just says it all. Whenever there is a really bad show out there they get a big name for the pilot, then kill him off and the rest of the show depends on a bunch of unknowns. Which is why I won't watch any more episodes.
The difference between good acting and bad acting is that the two criminal murdering brothers were likable in the movie. Here they're just annoying and stupid I just want them shot, so the series can end.
The only ones that will find this crap entertaining is teenage boys, because of the violence and the occasional babes. And the violence and the babes were better and hotter in the movie.
As for the rest of you, avoid the series and watch or re-watch the movie. There is a reason it's a cult-classic.
Robert Rodriguez should be ashamed of himself.
Watch the entire 1st season, it'll be worth it.
dazednconfuuzed828 January 2015
Is this the best supernatural/horror show ever done? No. Is it mildly ridiculous for a director to remake his own (admittedly awesome) movie into a t.v show? Sorta.
The first few episodes AFTER the pilot seem to drag a bit, and you're left seriously questioning whether all these discombobulated plot points are actually going anywhere. That and the fact that to anyone who's seen the movie, which probably 98% of the viewership has, it may feel like an overly long trip to the bloody fun you know is coming at the Titty Twister.. When this project was first announced, I was hesitant about the idea of essentially a remake of one of my favorite movies.. Even with Robert Rodriguez at the helm. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" was my sentiment... But alas, I stuck with the whole first season, trusting in my beloved RR that he had a real vision and purpose to expanding this story...And I'm glad I did.
The back half of the first season was phenomenal.. the actors are all settled into their parts by this point, and the expanded mythology starts to come together in very satisfying ways. It bears mentioning that the whole season is beautifully and excellently shot and edited. All practical effects are flawless. I can't wait for season 2, as it will be breaking new ground and getting past the plot of the original movie. It's on Netflix ppl, check it out.
The first few episodes AFTER the pilot seem to drag a bit, and you're left seriously questioning whether all these discombobulated plot points are actually going anywhere. That and the fact that to anyone who's seen the movie, which probably 98% of the viewership has, it may feel like an overly long trip to the bloody fun you know is coming at the Titty Twister.. When this project was first announced, I was hesitant about the idea of essentially a remake of one of my favorite movies.. Even with Robert Rodriguez at the helm. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" was my sentiment... But alas, I stuck with the whole first season, trusting in my beloved RR that he had a real vision and purpose to expanding this story...And I'm glad I did.
The back half of the first season was phenomenal.. the actors are all settled into their parts by this point, and the expanded mythology starts to come together in very satisfying ways. It bears mentioning that the whole season is beautifully and excellently shot and edited. All practical effects are flawless. I can't wait for season 2, as it will be breaking new ground and getting past the plot of the original movie. It's on Netflix ppl, check it out.
Eiza Gonzalez does a tasty little snake charming dance
MinistersofGoodTaste1 November 2014
Warning: Spoilers
As a fan of the movies - all that blood, guts, bad-assness, and (mmmm) Salma Hayek - I was stoked to see a series. The Gecko brothers are back in action as the series plays in-line with the first film. D.J. Cotrona and Zane Holtz have some big shoes to fill, as does the lovely Eiza Gonzalez playing Santanico Pandemonium. The pilot opens with a little voodoo snake pit and an interesting place for a snake to travel
. Oh, hey look! It's Don Johnson! This is going to be a fun ride! dd2Holtz is far too much fun as the maybe-out-of-his-mind-killer-at-random. The show uses flashbacks and bouncing from story line to story line to keep you paying attention. Now if I have to give you something I don't agree with, it's Fez Wilmer Valderrama playing a semi-badass vamp. He'll always be dumb, lovable Fez. Wait is that Jake Busey looking like Doctor Stu from the Hangover? OK I'm back with this show! Episodes 4 and 5 drag on as an attempt at character development takes place, I found myself wandering into thoughts of where is all the typical blood, guts, and boobs? Then BANG! End of episode 6 we find our characters starting to gather at the Titty Twister, open from dusk till dawn! Parenting tip, never take your underage daughter into a seedy Mexican strip joint.
Alright another Wilmer complaint, does the sun kill him or even require a little SPF? It's kind of hit-and-miss, and the appearance as other thing kind of was out-of-place. Oh no, Holtz is walking down the pedo path . These two arguing about whether to stay at the strip club reminds me of old drinking days with a certain other Minister, someone always wanted to leave.
Eiza Gonzalez does a tasty little snake charming dance and we are back in action, then she gets hungry - what kind of floor show is this? Busey's back with a strap-on pistol, this keeps getting better. Now we are getting our money's worth of blood! WTF! Chainsaws!!! OK, OK - enough spoilers, the last few episodes get a little strange, and frankly, for some anti-hero brothers on the run from the law finding vampires at a seedy Mexican strip joint, that's saying a bit. Overall the show lived up to well beyond my expectations. I'm looking forward to season 2. It's not The Strain, as vampire shows go, but I will recommend it.
So who's hotter Salma or Eiza? E.S. Norton MinistersofGoodTaste.com
Alright another Wilmer complaint, does the sun kill him or even require a little SPF? It's kind of hit-and-miss, and the appearance as other thing kind of was out-of-place. Oh no, Holtz is walking down the pedo path . These two arguing about whether to stay at the strip club reminds me of old drinking days with a certain other Minister, someone always wanted to leave.
Eiza Gonzalez does a tasty little snake charming dance and we are back in action, then she gets hungry - what kind of floor show is this? Busey's back with a strap-on pistol, this keeps getting better. Now we are getting our money's worth of blood! WTF! Chainsaws!!! OK, OK - enough spoilers, the last few episodes get a little strange, and frankly, for some anti-hero brothers on the run from the law finding vampires at a seedy Mexican strip joint, that's saying a bit. Overall the show lived up to well beyond my expectations. I'm looking forward to season 2. It's not The Strain, as vampire shows go, but I will recommend it.
So who's hotter Salma or Eiza? E.S. Norton MinistersofGoodTaste.com
Not a great start
Tactrix13 March 2014
Here's the thing, everyone who see's this series already has the movie in mind, and let's face it, you take away the brutality and swearing and you just have a watered down series. Which is exactly their mistake, the actors weren't too bad, the plot is still on track but the actual dialog and the posturing is awful, just terrible. It needs a serious rewrite from some writers that know how to write gritty and the choreography needs to be a lot more natural. Another major problem is that they seem to be rewriting the actual story and how it comes together, I mean some rewrites were expected but not the ones they made, they just make everything seem fake. Right now its a 6/10 because it just doesn't work, not really, tweak and it and then we'll see.
Well re-imagined by the creator
pontram21 May 2014
First to say, I didn't like the 1996 movie very much, when it came out, for several reasons. The Grindhouse culture wasn't something I learned to love or hate where I grew up, it simply wasn't present. Now, about 18 years later, I gave it another try because of this new show, and I liked it a bit more, but felt that it has aged a lot since.
The new show, created by Roberto Rodriguez himself, is for me a big improvement of the original movie, in many ways.
First, Richie's character is much deeper than before, although Zane Holtz plays the psychopath in the first few episodes very convincingly, so I did mistakenly think it is going to be a rehash of the cool brother vs. mad brother relationship, which couldn't be farther from what it actually is in this new show. Luckily.
Second, the atmosphere is thicker because there is more foreplay near and behind the Mexican border (until dusk).
Third, the Vamps have much more background than before. They do their feasting, but it's not that simple. It's a ritual, and the arrival of the Gecko brothers isn't by accident but planned long beforehand. To add/resize the Carlos character was a very good and well elaborated idea.
And fourth, it's not a Rodriguez/Tarantino Grindhouse parody. That may be disappointing for lovers of that genre, but this show takes its time to develop the story, and it takes itself seemingly serious. When people or monsters die, there's very little to laugh about.
It seems like the story has been grown up with its creator. Of course it is still over-the-top horror-fantasy, and some of the old things are still there, but it feels much more grounded to earth and true-to-life thanks to the less flippant undertone. I would say it has got some shadows of Sin City, in a positive way.
Production values, from a TV perspective, are high, directing is solid, and acting is mostly very good. Of course, Don Johnson is a highlight (although I didn't recognize him instantly), but also is Robert Patrick. Zane Holtz is here my best actor, although he loses a bit of intensity near to the end of the show, which is owed to the story. Same goes to Jesse Garcia. Weakest performance is from Eliza Gonzalez, but I will not recall S. Hayek for comparison of acting - it's a charisma thing.
Of course there are some setbacks. While the show noticeable builds a distance to the movie, it tries to keep story-wise some unnecessary strings tight, while strangely most of the weird humor (like Sheriff McGraw's time counting in the Pilot, a wonderful little sequence) gets lost over the time. The Pyramid under the bar as a maze does not really feel big inside, that is a missed occasion. The ending itself is a bit weak, because it is not to far from what we've already seen, but there is not a real climax before, what I would expect. It's a bit like the scriptwriters lost their faith in their own imagination, to save it for the second season.
For that, I give a solid seven.
The new show, created by Roberto Rodriguez himself, is for me a big improvement of the original movie, in many ways.
First, Richie's character is much deeper than before, although Zane Holtz plays the psychopath in the first few episodes very convincingly, so I did mistakenly think it is going to be a rehash of the cool brother vs. mad brother relationship, which couldn't be farther from what it actually is in this new show. Luckily.
Second, the atmosphere is thicker because there is more foreplay near and behind the Mexican border (until dusk).
Third, the Vamps have much more background than before. They do their feasting, but it's not that simple. It's a ritual, and the arrival of the Gecko brothers isn't by accident but planned long beforehand. To add/resize the Carlos character was a very good and well elaborated idea.
And fourth, it's not a Rodriguez/Tarantino Grindhouse parody. That may be disappointing for lovers of that genre, but this show takes its time to develop the story, and it takes itself seemingly serious. When people or monsters die, there's very little to laugh about.
It seems like the story has been grown up with its creator. Of course it is still over-the-top horror-fantasy, and some of the old things are still there, but it feels much more grounded to earth and true-to-life thanks to the less flippant undertone. I would say it has got some shadows of Sin City, in a positive way.
Production values, from a TV perspective, are high, directing is solid, and acting is mostly very good. Of course, Don Johnson is a highlight (although I didn't recognize him instantly), but also is Robert Patrick. Zane Holtz is here my best actor, although he loses a bit of intensity near to the end of the show, which is owed to the story. Same goes to Jesse Garcia. Weakest performance is from Eliza Gonzalez, but I will not recall S. Hayek for comparison of acting - it's a charisma thing.
Of course there are some setbacks. While the show noticeable builds a distance to the movie, it tries to keep story-wise some unnecessary strings tight, while strangely most of the weird humor (like Sheriff McGraw's time counting in the Pilot, a wonderful little sequence) gets lost over the time. The Pyramid under the bar as a maze does not really feel big inside, that is a missed occasion. The ending itself is a bit weak, because it is not to far from what we've already seen, but there is not a real climax before, what I would expect. It's a bit like the scriptwriters lost their faith in their own imagination, to save it for the second season.
For that, I give a solid seven.
As someone that never saw the movie and then mid series...
euarbiter30 April 2014
I had never heard or seen anything related to this, I was bored and caught up with the shows I usually watch - gave this one a go assuming it was probably a true blood / other vampire based TV show that "may" be watchable but probably not worth following. Instead I was sucked in, I watched the next two episodes and told a friend this might be worth checking it out (having seen and recommended shows like breaking bad/game of thrones/lost etc. before they were out of season 1). He mentioned the movie and it sounded like a remake, he said to watch it - that I would enjoy it etc.. I watched it and thought it was DOG S* compared to this, I don't care if it had Clooney or Marin in it (lol Marin... the definition of a "token" stereotyped character) - the movie has nothing on this show. Everything the movie built up to and failed to realize (not just bad SFx) this TV series is fleshing out and continuing further in a day and age when sex/gore/technical effects has progressed.
It's a good show, if you're a die hard fan or someone that's never seen it you won't regret it.
It's a good show, if you're a die hard fan or someone that's never seen it you won't regret it.
Bloody entertaining!
tchitouniaram23 January 2022
Bloody entertaining! The original movie was superb, so with some fear) I've started this show...Can't say that it is one of the best or whatever , but it pleasantly surprised me!
Entertaining , good acting, effects , gore. Definitely a very decent one time watch!
Entertaining , good acting, effects , gore. Definitely a very decent one time watch!
My new favorite show
postman-936-5775572 April 2014
Warning: Spoilers
Spoilers in the most mild way
No one is more surprised than me that I like this series so much. I'll admit, the first episode didn't blow me away, but I kept watching. After the second episode I was hooked, and by the fourth episode, I can't wait for the next one.
I really liked the movie too, and the series is essentially the same story drawn out. There are some new characters, and a lot of the back story that happened off camera in the movie is shown in the series. Most interesting to me are how the supernatural aspects of the original are explained more (if you remember the last scene in the movie when the camera pulls away, and you see the back of the bar--there's a sort of a-ha moment.).
There is humor in this version, but I'd say it's darker than the movie. Also, I found Quentin Tarantino's character in the movie to be pathetic and clearly crazy, but that's not the case with "Richie" in the series--in the series he's both disturbing and mesmerizing. And, it's not mental illness that is driving him; something else is going on.
The whole series has a hypnotic quality, and I lose track of time when I'm watching it. So, if you were disappointed in the first episode, give it a couple more--it grows on you.
No one is more surprised than me that I like this series so much. I'll admit, the first episode didn't blow me away, but I kept watching. After the second episode I was hooked, and by the fourth episode, I can't wait for the next one.
I really liked the movie too, and the series is essentially the same story drawn out. There are some new characters, and a lot of the back story that happened off camera in the movie is shown in the series. Most interesting to me are how the supernatural aspects of the original are explained more (if you remember the last scene in the movie when the camera pulls away, and you see the back of the bar--there's a sort of a-ha moment.).
There is humor in this version, but I'd say it's darker than the movie. Also, I found Quentin Tarantino's character in the movie to be pathetic and clearly crazy, but that's not the case with "Richie" in the series--in the series he's both disturbing and mesmerizing. And, it's not mental illness that is driving him; something else is going on.
The whole series has a hypnotic quality, and I lose track of time when I'm watching it. So, if you were disappointed in the first episode, give it a couple more--it grows on you.
excellent episode one but then it goes downhill
trashgang2 October 2014
I was eager to see this, look who is involved and agreed to make it Rodriguez and Tarantino and Nicotero being involved for make-up and effects, well, this must be great. And after seeing the first episode I was a big fan. Don Johnson was so well cast here and the shoot-out looked great and the visions of the monsters was, well, excellent. I moved on to the next episode and from there on it became something different.
I must even say that the further I moved into the series the less I liked it. Don't get me wrong, the effects used are great and Eiza González is perfect in body and mind but somehow I didn't get any bond with the characters.
And once they entered the famous bar it's always the same, turning into the creatures and a fight going on. The Gecko brothers were so great in the first episode as everyone was and I was bound to the screen until they crossed the Mexican border. Friends told me to watch the dance that Elza did and sure, excellent but I lost my interest in the series.
If you are a big fan of the original flick then this is a must see and it's also great to see all those thespians from way back, that's typical Tarantino. But no, I couldn't care about Django Unchained (2012) and this is a bit of the same.
Even as it contains a lot of red stuff just give me the other series Nicotero is involved, The Walking Dead. There you have characters who you could get involved with as it is with Game Of Thrones. Leads can die. Maybe I'm missing something but it just wasn't my thing except for episode 1.
Gore 2/5 Nudity 0,5/5 Effects 3/5 Story 2,5/5 Comedy 0/5
I must even say that the further I moved into the series the less I liked it. Don't get me wrong, the effects used are great and Eiza González is perfect in body and mind but somehow I didn't get any bond with the characters.
And once they entered the famous bar it's always the same, turning into the creatures and a fight going on. The Gecko brothers were so great in the first episode as everyone was and I was bound to the screen until they crossed the Mexican border. Friends told me to watch the dance that Elza did and sure, excellent but I lost my interest in the series.
If you are a big fan of the original flick then this is a must see and it's also great to see all those thespians from way back, that's typical Tarantino. But no, I couldn't care about Django Unchained (2012) and this is a bit of the same.
Even as it contains a lot of red stuff just give me the other series Nicotero is involved, The Walking Dead. There you have characters who you could get involved with as it is with Game Of Thrones. Leads can die. Maybe I'm missing something but it just wasn't my thing except for episode 1.
Gore 2/5 Nudity 0,5/5 Effects 3/5 Story 2,5/5 Comedy 0/5
A great series which ended too soon
nathanjamesemerson24 September 2018
Based on the FROM DUSK TILL DAWN movie from 1996. And it went for 3 seasons but it stopped.
This is not a sequel to the film but rather a remake in television series form featuring the same characters from the movie.
The vampire mythology has been changed from the movie and has been expanded on more in the television show.
The first season was great. Very familiar to the movie but with a lot of differences. I thought the second series went downhill a bit. It was entertaining enough and fun to watch but it did seem to drag on for a few episodes. Thankfully the third season picked the pace back up. It seemed rushed but it was back on track. Even though it ended they did leave it open in a way that they could do another season down the track.
I do not know why they stopped making the series. A lot of people were angry when they found out it wasn't renewed. It was the most popular show on that channel at the time. But oh well, sometimes things must come to an end.
Everyone who was cast did an AMAZING job. I hope one day they all work together again as the chemistry they had was great.
The show wasn't as violent as the movie but like the movie there was some well written dialogue and humour throughout.
I highly recommend this show if you were a fan of the movies or if you like vampire related shows in general. Even if you are not a fan of such a genre, it is still worth checking out.
Hopefully we will get something else set in the world of From Dusk Till Dawn again one day
This is not a sequel to the film but rather a remake in television series form featuring the same characters from the movie.
The vampire mythology has been changed from the movie and has been expanded on more in the television show.
The first season was great. Very familiar to the movie but with a lot of differences. I thought the second series went downhill a bit. It was entertaining enough and fun to watch but it did seem to drag on for a few episodes. Thankfully the third season picked the pace back up. It seemed rushed but it was back on track. Even though it ended they did leave it open in a way that they could do another season down the track.
I do not know why they stopped making the series. A lot of people were angry when they found out it wasn't renewed. It was the most popular show on that channel at the time. But oh well, sometimes things must come to an end.
Everyone who was cast did an AMAZING job. I hope one day they all work together again as the chemistry they had was great.
The show wasn't as violent as the movie but like the movie there was some well written dialogue and humour throughout.
I highly recommend this show if you were a fan of the movies or if you like vampire related shows in general. Even if you are not a fan of such a genre, it is still worth checking out.
Hopefully we will get something else set in the world of From Dusk Till Dawn again one day
HAD good potential
daveallard14 March 2014
All I can say about the first episode is that D.J. Cotrona pretending to be George Clooney as Seth Gecko takes away from the entire new vision of the classic story (right down to the "Ocean's Eleven" stars head tilt and speech pattern). It got to the point where it was unbearably annoying how he mimicked Clooney throughout the entire 44 minutes. However, I love seeing the back stories of the characters from the original film. Wilmer Valderrama is almost unrecognizable as the Gecko's Mexican connection Carlos, who was originally played by Cheech Marin. The biggest surprise was seeing "Miami Vice" himself Don Johnson as old-timer Ranger Earl, a character he was born to play. I think I will give it a couple more episodes because I am such a fan of the first "From Dusk Till Dawn."
A watered Down remake of the original without the magic.
reaperfzr27 March 2014
Warning: Spoilers
From Dusk till Dawn is one of my favorite movies and when I herd about the T.V show I was worried that it would be A watered down version of the movie and I'm sad to say I was right. George Clooney was the ultimate Badass which was A great departure from ER and Quentin Tarantino can pull of creepy with his eyes shut, Harvey Keitel played the lost pastor with his usual toned down acting that was perfect for the part. It started out as A regular Tarantino style grind house flick that suddenly turned into A crazy vampire movie and left me wondering for A couple of seconds if the projectionist had put the wrong reel on by accident . All of this is what missing in the T.V show...D.J Cotrona is A George Clooney Clone without the attitude and the Dialogue And Zane Holtz is just there he's too pretty and totally unconvincing as Richie. Robert Patrick just seems to be overacting (in A bad way the preacher) and the fun surprise of this turning into A vampire flick is gone because they let us know right from the beginning. I have dragged myself through the first three episodes hoping it will get better...It didn't just put A stake in it and put us out of our misery.
Excellent
drojams5 April 2014
FROM DUSK TILL DAWN THE SERIES should be hailed as an example of how to make a series based on a movie. ROBERT RODRIGUEZ stays true to the characters, and true to the fans of the movie. The expansion of the story is believable and fresh. while you maybe familiar with the story, you anticipate the new. Zane Holtz's "Ritchie"is exciting and Wilmer Valderrama's "Carlos" is witty and fresh, as is the rest of this great cast. Robert Patrick is perfect as Mr. Fuller and the sub plot that put's them on the road to Mexico is yet another story that is slowly unfolding in conjunction with the Geckos, the Rangers, and the border bound souls that line the road to ElRey. You can't go to the twister on an empty stomach, so Rodriguez has opened a BIG KAHUNA BURGER along the way. Bravo.
Thanx Y'all
Thanx Y'all
More Detailed Retelling Of The Original Movie
Banookee4 March 2019
From Dusk Till Dawn The Series is a retelling of the movie with the same name and director Robert Rodriguez.
The Gecko Brothers Seth & Richard Gecko, being hunted by the FBI and a Texas Ranger after a bank robbery, Heading for the Mexican border they encounter former minister Jacob Fuller and his family are forced to accompany them they are told to go to a strip club in Mexico by their contact Carlos.
Sometimes very serious and sometimes very jokey in tone some good there is a lot of good fan service with actors from the original film returning to play different characters. Good cinematography with some interesting shots and there are a few really good uses of music throughout.
First 2 Seasons where the really good the show wasn't as good during season 3 But i would still recommend it. 7.5 / 10
The Gecko Brothers Seth & Richard Gecko, being hunted by the FBI and a Texas Ranger after a bank robbery, Heading for the Mexican border they encounter former minister Jacob Fuller and his family are forced to accompany them they are told to go to a strip club in Mexico by their contact Carlos.
Sometimes very serious and sometimes very jokey in tone some good there is a lot of good fan service with actors from the original film returning to play different characters. Good cinematography with some interesting shots and there are a few really good uses of music throughout.
First 2 Seasons where the really good the show wasn't as good during season 3 But i would still recommend it. 7.5 / 10
They should have started with something new instead of recreating something that was already more than good enough
Fanmade31 May 2014
Warning: Spoilers
The film is great in itself. It does have it's own little world and tells a story that is not meant to be told in another way. Now with the series I think the studios thought "Oh, we have a large fan base on this film. How can we exploit that?". What they created is a mess. How the characters behave is just completely ridiculous and their dialogs are too often just plain dumb. When a group of lizard-vampires is about to attack, every father would say to his son "Don't let your anger get the best of you. There is a fine line between self-defense and violence." Not to mention that the guy swings around the stokes like a trained sword fighter, but whatever.
Then there are those strange American "morals" I will never understand. There is no real swearing and no real nudity, but people are literally torn to pieces in all detail. So all the women in the Titty Twister are fully covered, which is just ridiculous. So extreme violence is okay, if there is no swearing involved. And nipples obviously are the worst thing on earth. Oh, and Sex Machine is a professor who knows all about those lizard vampires. Of course, makes sense.
I tried not to think and only enjoy the pictures, but it didn't work. The niveau is just too low.
Something positive? I like the camera work and some of the actors, the sound was also alright. You could say it's a good series from a technical point of view.
They should have created something new, that could have worked better. I'm at episode 7 now and I don't even think that I will continue, even though I'm a fan of the original film and close to being addicted to series.
Then there are those strange American "morals" I will never understand. There is no real swearing and no real nudity, but people are literally torn to pieces in all detail. So all the women in the Titty Twister are fully covered, which is just ridiculous. So extreme violence is okay, if there is no swearing involved. And nipples obviously are the worst thing on earth. Oh, and Sex Machine is a professor who knows all about those lizard vampires. Of course, makes sense.
I tried not to think and only enjoy the pictures, but it didn't work. The niveau is just too low.
Something positive? I like the camera work and some of the actors, the sound was also alright. You could say it's a good series from a technical point of view.
They should have created something new, that could have worked better. I'm at episode 7 now and I don't even think that I will continue, even though I'm a fan of the original film and close to being addicted to series.
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