The series begins with a classic thriller atmosphere that doesn’t try to reinvent anything but knows how to capture your attention with what it offers. There’s something hypnotic in those natural settings that seem to swallow the characters, turning the beauty of the environment into a contrast with the moral decay hidden in the story.
Eric Bana once again proves he can carry the weight of a complex character, a man marked by grief and duty. At his side, Rosemary DeWitt brings a quiet unease, holding together scenes that might otherwise lose impact. Their chemistry helps sustain the tension even when the script stretches a little too far.
I won’t deny the storytelling has ups and downs: some twists arrive too late, and the narrative leans on the predictable. Yet that slower pace gives space for the characters to breathe, to reveal their fragility and contradictions. Perhaps that’s where part of the charm lies: not so much in surprise, but in the way it shows how the past slowly corrodes its protagonists.
What cannot be questioned is the visual impact. Every shot seems to aim for grandeur, as if the landscape were another character reminding us how small people are next to nature. This aesthetic choice gives the series an almost poetic air, though at times it feels more contemplative than narrative.
Overall, Untamed is a solid thriller, with strong moments and a cast that shines above a somewhat uneven script. It’s not perfect, but it keeps you engaged thanks to its intense performances and a powerful atmosphere. One of those shows that, without reinventing the genre, leaves a mark through its blend of emotion, scenery, and melancholy.
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