Despite all the action leading up to episode 4, Extant is missing a spark — that je ne sais quoi. The sci-fi show has cinematic visuals, a star lead and compelling narrative, but I still don't feel the urge to tune in every week. In short, it's not must-see TV. At least not yet.
Why? If "Shelter" is any indication, blame the lackluster dialogue, often spouted by one-dimensional villain Hideki Yasumoto (Hiroyuki Sanada), CEO of Yasumoto Corporation. For instance, there must be a better way for Yasumoto to express his desire to eliminate Dr. Sam Barton (Camryn Manheim) than by saying she must be "taken care of." Combined with an ominous stare, this statement enters into clichéd/cheesy territory. And that uber-evil look of disregard on Yasumoto's face upon seeing Russian researcher Anton (Costa Ronin) collapse after being exposed to a slimy yellow substance? A bit outlandish. Read more...
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