Terra Nova (2011)

Don't take it too seriously, Terra Nova is really great entertainment.

Watched the whole series in 2 days. That's saying something. Starts on a fairly large scale, with a polluted futuristic city. Looks quite attractive. This city then gives way to Terra Nova. From then on, it largely becomes a cheesefest. Not only because of the fairly mediocre dino effects (that prehistoric fish on the rod was the absolute low point), but also because of an abundance of sugary family moments. Is it okay?: No. Is it entertaining?: Absolutely!

Jason O'Mara plays Jim Shannon, the main character. Unfortunately, he doesn't have any charisma or charisma, and O'Mara doesn't immediately come across as a phenomenal actor. Fortunately, there is also Stephen Lang. Lang steals the show as tough, seasoned adventurer 'Nathaniel Taylor'. Doubly situated for his actions, facial expressions, and one-liners. Series would be a lot more boring without him.

But Terra Nova is even more than a cheesefest. Towards the end there are more interesting story developments. Also interestingly hints at the 'badlands', an area unknown to the viewer that would be further 'explored' in season 2. Too bad that didn't come to pass.

Very nice series, which unfortunately ended early. It is understandable. Because despite the fact that it is fun, the final end product of the most expensive TV production up to that point cannot be quite the desired result. Would have been really cool as a series for Syfy or something like that.

Incidentally, similar to BBC series Outcasts - Season 1 (2011), which also only ran for one season. Outcasts is a bit more serious (no dinosaurs present either), and also a bit more boring.

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