From (TV Series) The Kindness of Strangers (2023) User Reviews

Episode 202

[bobcobb301 · 7/10 · 4 May 2023]

"The Kindness of Strangers" was another good episode of From, a show that has hit refresh after the first season, but still feels connected to the original concept.

I don't want the show to move too far away from the original zombies in the woods premise though and I worry with the "scarier" thing being teased they may be heading in that direction.

But I am hooked from start to finish each and every week with this show and just wish more people would start watching. Not sure why other shows in this genre get more buzz when From tackles the apocalyptic premise better than the majority of them.

A Riveting Continuation of an Outstanding Series

[ameerbarram · 8/10 · 8 July 2023]

The Episode delivers another exceptional installment, solidifying its status as a must-watch series. This episode showcases the show's continued brilliance, captivating viewers with its compelling storytelling, remarkable performances, and stunning visuals.

The second episode seamlessly builds upon the foundation laid in the previous installment, further immersing audiences into the intricate world of the characters. The writing remains sharp and intelligent, skillfully interweaving multiple storylines and maintaining a cohesive narrative. The pacing is expertly handled, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats and leaving them craving for more.

One of the standout aspects of this episode is the exceptional performances by the cast. Each actor brings depth and nuance to their respective roles, breathing life into the characters. The chemistry between the cast members is palpable, enhancing the authenticity of their interactions and making the emotional beats all the more impactful. The range of emotions conveyed by the actors is truly commendable, allowing the audience to connect with the characters on a profound level.

Visually, From continues to impress with its stunning cinematography. The use of framing, lighting, and color palettes effectively enhances the mood and atmosphere of each scene. The attention to detail in the production design is evident, creating a visually immersive experience that transports viewers into the world of the series. The visual effects, when utilized, are seamless and add an extra layer of depth to the storytelling.

Furthermore, the soundtrack of this episode perfectly complements the narrative. The music heightens the tension and emotion of key moments, effectively drawing viewers further into the story. The sound design is also noteworthy, with crisp and immersive audio that enhances the overall viewing experience.

Compelling yet boring

[grlym-46849 · 6/10 · 4 May 2023]

The premise of the show is compelling.

But a high reputation in scenes and script are what makes it so boring at the same time.

Season 1 explained the rules well enough. After a season very little was explained. Yet, so far into season 2, a lot of time is used to revisit rule explaining. Like I'd imagine by now they would have an explanation or system well worked out by now for new incoming people.

So far all they did was kill off a lot of people and introduce a bunch more "extra" actors. Because the acting bar is low.

And the rehashing almost the same thing at the end of the last episode in the new episode is just wasted filler.

Don't get me wrong, I like the show, but the Groundhogs Day of this is getting old fast.

Suspense is not the same as frustration

[abderraoufziani · 5/10 · 1 May 2023]

A whole episode wasted on annoying repetition, rather than intrigue and discovery. Both characters and plot took several steps backwards. There was no need for the viewer to endure yet another bunch of characters, going from denial to acceptance, the whole first season was just about that. There was little to no plot advancement, things just happen as expected. Characters lost resilience and IQ. Everybody is behaving like the moron who gets killed in a 80's slasher movie. Lazy writing and horror cliches, such as 'fear induced stupidity', are ruining this show. I hope future episodes will get better. I'm sick of journeys to nowhere.

Insufferable incompetents continue to melt down.

[Safetylight · 3/10 · 2 May 2023]

Season 2, Episode 2. Let's review..!

A guy chained to a wall was able somehow to throw down a rope for Our Hero to climb out of a well.

How was this emaciated fellow able to throw down a rope? He was chained right up on the wall. Was this glaring discordant detail critical to the plot? Were we meant to call out to Our Hero, beg him to notice and ask that question, or was it just another in a series of annoying oversights which make taking this show seriously all but impossible?

Psh. It doesn't matter.

Next up.., a new woman has arrived to discover her long-lost love, (a 'diverse' same-sex relationship, we must mention, for the check box win), and what does she do?

Is she overwhelmed with joy? Does she hug and kiss and anxiously hang on every bit of news to discover what happened since her partner went missing? Just think! Like a parent finding a long-lost child after six months, would you waste precious time scolding for your kid talking to strangers? Or would you forget recriminations and just be overwhelmingly thankful to see your loved one again?

Well, if you're like me, you guessed wrong! This is the New-new-age of gushy selfishness, after all. This woman isn't happy. She is ANGRY! She is full of accusation. Why? Who knows? For having been caused to feel bad, I suppose..? (In the age of selfishness, YOUR feelings are paramount, and a lover's job is exclusively to make you feel good. Vanishing without a trace makes you feel bad, so don't you see? She DESERVES to be reprimanded and cold-shouldered, not treated with joy and affection and grateful curiosity.

Next up...

One of the recurring Strong Female Protagonists, (regularly described by other characters as 'Strong!' and 'Amazing!') is unable to warn or rescue a bunch of newbies from the zombie hoard. Oh my! So what does she do? -Why, she flips out in a decidedly NOT strong way, with hysterical, irrational flailing around and pathetic whimpering. It takes her would-be boyfriend to restrain her from getting the two of them killed by rushing out a back door and smashing a window. Gosh, I love Strong Female Protagonists in the New-New Age. They are very inspiring!

A 'man' wakes up trapped under a bunch of fallen house debris and needs to stay quiet in order to prevent himself and the other guys from all being eaten alive by Monsters. What does he do? If you're detecting a pattern, you may guess: He flips out! He starts making noise, begging that he "Just wants to go home!" Is he six years old? What is wrong with him? In the world of "FROM", that's just normal. Everybody is a safe-spacer. And so it takes all the effort of the others to calm him down. They talk to him like he's of kindergarten age, which mentally, he basically is.

I was disappointed to see that their efforts succeed and that he wasn't eaten alive. -Instead he died of regular injuries, but not before his whinging attracted the monsters which then killed one of the more promising men. Once again, weak fools get good people killed. That's the only lesson so far taught by this ugly show.

By far, these characters are just that; ugly, weak and emotionally unstable.., (and my goodness, they all certainly swear a lot during the course of their many futile tantrums! Such imaginative writing!). I can't recall any other show where I was so actively rooting for the monsters! (Except I'm only half-doing that, because even the monsters are annoying. FROM is entirely a series of projections cast into TV land by people who are apparently helpless calves in the Forest of Life.)

Absolutely frustrating

[Mehki_Girl · 3/10 · 13 May 2023]

I literally wanted to b!tch slap everyone!.] I'm sitting here yelling at my tv screen in frustration.

Boyd wasting his time on some emaciated man begging to be killed. Kill him and get the f*out. Nothing is ever as it seems there. Who's feeding him and giving him water?. He could be one of those things! He's chained to the wall. How did he throw you a rope.

Why is he suddenly horror movie stupid?

Oh and Fatima, I was screaming at the screen for the bf to punch her lights and then toss her outside!

Then the screaming 6 yo trapped under the house and they're talking to him and soothing him, instead of telling him if he opens his stupid trap one more time, they're going to beat him to death themselves!

Not to mention all the noise Victor and the mother were making underground.

The actors must feel so frustrated with the stupid scenes they have to act out! The scenes are so ridiculous and they are not great actors so no one can sell any of these scenes, not even the actor playing Boyd.

At this point, the kid is the best actor playing himself, a little kid.

And the whole horror movie trop2 of someone not shutting someone up to explain anything. The gf telling the other maniac to be quiet and listen and then said nothing that explains anything... Days I'm that nothing is as it seems, oh well that explains everything!

And why of why are the bus prime allowed to roam about the diner and possibly open a door???

Why are they making all that noise? That know what the monster do do why are your screaming in the woods?

Who's writing this stuff?

Why?! Just why?

What happened to this show?!

[jamosmonk · 1/10 · 4 May 2023]

What has happened to this show!!? How have all of the experienced residents all become idiotic fools acting like frightened children? How can they not know how to acclimate the newbies in an experienced orderly fashion? You know, because they've all been there done that and created their own society and rules and customs. The main smart and important people have all become silly crybabies acting like they've never been here before and don't know how to articulate what's happening to another person. Why have people's personalities completely changed? Some characters seem to have dissappeared altogether. It's like all of the writers quit but they still filmed the series without any script.

alright..

[Lythas_85 · 4/10 · 16 December 2023]

Yeah.. like i said on the previous episode's review.. a lot of plot holes and characters being just dumb for no reason but let us talk about the way they shot the bus' tires.. really?

The kind of madness is similar to the drugs and alcohol party they were having the other day that got a lot of people killed.... just characters doing things they simply would not do specially in this condition you would imagine they would never be so careless to get all drunk and crazy during the night, right?

And when they got new people in town.. you would imagine they would try getting people inside and tell them about the town starting with the tree.. and if they didnt believe it.. just let them go outside and die instead of risking everyone's lives trying to save a few...

and again.. what is up with the constant crazy story and never explaining not even a little bit of whats going on..

anyway, going back to boyds storyline.. the guy chained up was surviving how without food or water? Wait.. how did he thrwo the rope for boyd to climb again since he is pretty much chained up closely to the wall?

The daughter constant whining.. her trying to get out of the diner to help her dad... whats wrong with the kid? She thinking she can attack the monsters or wharever?

The people that ran away.. just let them be.. do not try to sacrifice yourself for them.. like fatima almost did.. made no sense... if the son hadnt pulled her inside.. she would have died.. her outburst also made no sense.. it is like other reviwers have said about the season finale and the premiere.. characters making dumb decisions or having reactions that made no sense.. the guy stuck in the collapsed house.. if guys tell him to be quiet and he keeps shouting.. fatima getting crazy almost dying trying to save people..

donna not allowing the guy to open the door was the only reasonable thing anyone did that whole show.. ok kill deputy and then i will kill you.. lets go..

oh yeah;; deputy making tea.. he needed to be the dumb buffoon.. always a male because all females are awesome and fierce.. the previous episode, nurse chick seemed to give our boy there a chance.. by holding his hand.. now her gf is back.. he sees blondie leaving the room crying.. nurse comes out after and makes no attempt at explaining to deputy whats doing on.. its predictable at this point.. the male do not deserve to get an explanation from the woman he is into.. ok.

Victor and the mother.. he should have said he got there after saving her daughter.. i wonder why they like to ommit vital information.

The boy.. boyd almost killing the guy... didnt you see him running???? The monsters never run... if its kinda obvious to us imagine it should be even more for people who had been there for years, no?

I think i have that multiple times but the daughter is too much.. too much whining.. her reactions is way over the top..

boyd checking his arm.. did victor see it or not? He was close and a little bit above.. but never mind..

another boring and no development episode.. besides the new people witnessing the carnage the monsters can do..

Of all the Weird towns.......

[kristhebass · 4/10 · 3 August 2023]

In all the world, you had to walk into mine?

So the writer and producers didn't think the lesbian doctor was obvious enough so of all the people in the world who could be in that bus, low and behold there, large as life is her lesbian lover. How'd have thought it possible. I mean there are some others there missing their loved ones but no, let's tick that particular box again and ram the point home. After all, every show must have one.

Then we have the bizarre episode where the sheriff is stuck down a well and is saved by a emaciated old man shackled to the wall at least 3 meters from it. How did he manage to throw a rope down whilst hanging from his wrists.

I know it's produced by the same crew who gave us series upon series of Lost with hundreds of loose ends not tied up then the cop out of 'Oh their all dead' If there is anyone out there that didn't feel let down by that rubbish ending I'd love to hear from you.

I fear this will end the same way when they stumble onto the Lost Island and find they've been there ever since.