Proving that producing something and writing it makes a world of difference. Really wanted this to be the next big action show I'd dedicate the next few years to but sadly it's not very good and not something the Russo's should have their name attached to given their track record of excellent Marvel projects. Madden has the acting chops for this sort of role. Those who saw Bodyguard will attest he is excellent in a thriller but here the writing let's him down as it's lazy and clichéd. "Activate Ski Boots" really?? It's 2023 guys. Chopra Jonas as she now goes by is better than she has been in previous shows but the benchmark isn't high and getting top billing in this feels premature. She's not a bad actress but she's also not A list and it always feels in interviews that she thinks she is. The stand out here is Roland Muller who plays henchmen in a dual role to the shady government villain. I first encountered him in the excellent a bluebird in my heart and he fits the baddie role perfectly. I will stick this out til the end of the season unless it gets unbearable but I'm not expecting a renewal given the budget so my advice is find something else to watch and see if this improves before committing.
Review of Citadel
