'Lanterns' premiere review: Rumors of James Gunn's demise have been greatly exaggerated — this is must-watch HBO
'Lanterns' delivers a must-see premiere episode on HBO. Damon Lindelof's latest DC show proves that the James Gunn DCU isn't dead yet.
HBO's Lanterns premiere has proven to be a smash hit, delivering the Green Lantern show that fans had hoped for. The series excels in capturing the origins of Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), with rings and green objects summoned from nothingness while keeping things relatively grounded. The casting, though occasionally eyebrow-raising, is generally impressive, making this a must-watch series.
The premiere episode spans three separate years, each at least a decade apart, and introduces a gripping plot involving an impending extraterrestrial invasion. Focusing on 2016, the story follows John training under Hal, who struggles with his midlife crisis and the potential replacement. A key highlight occurs when Hal interrogates an alien during a mass shooting, revealing the soldier's true intentions.
Despite minor flaws, such as the ages of some characters appearing similar, Lanterns is a must-see HBO series setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
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