I recommended this show to a friend whom I expected to enjoy it, but he got bored and stopped watching after 1st season. I understand why because I also have mixed feelings, and really watched this show for the lack of better alternatives, as well as due to bursts of great sci-fi with engaging stories and beautiful visuals.
One of bigger issues for me are the actors (not the acting), who either don't match the characters they play, or are forced to pretend they're much bolder than their personas, while the main character often becomes a wimpy cry-baby who just cries and cries, and worries about everything, can't make a decision, even though being a hero. The more he achieves the more wimpy he becomes, making his achievements look accidental. The pilot Alex also feels like inserted into his role due to his race, while being slow and clumsy, not someone that should pilot a spaceship. In fact, most of characters distract from the story more than lead. This cheapens the show and makes it feel like an indie film, despite beautiful high-budget sceneries and special effects.
One of bigger issues for me are the actors (not the acting), who either don't match the characters they play, or are forced to pretend they're much bolder than their personas, while the main character often becomes a wimpy cry-baby who just cries and cries, and worries about everything, can't make a decision, even though being a hero. The more he achieves the more wimpy he becomes, making his achievements look accidental. The pilot Alex also feels like inserted into his role due to his race, while being slow and clumsy, not someone that should pilot a spaceship. In fact, most of characters distract from the story more than lead. This cheapens the show and makes it feel like an indie film, despite beautiful high-budget sceneries and special effects.