The CW’s Containment is Frighteningly Good
There are no vampires, werewolves, or anything remotely supernatural about The CW’s Containment. Instead, it brings a deadly contagious virus that hits a bit too close to home. The limited series, while a departure for The CW, is serving as a catalyst for thought-provoking conversations. And, that’s exactly why it’s must-see TV.
Based on the original Belgian series, Containment follows a mysterious epidemic that breaks out in Atlanta. In an effort to prevent the disease from spreading, a vast urban quarantine is enforced. Those that are stuck inside must fight for their lives as officials search for a cure.
After its premiere last week, many viewers took to social media to express their thoughts on the show and what they would do if an outbreak like this occurred in real life:
This #Containment show is stressful to watch! It’s scary to think this could actually happen. Keep up the good work, @CDCgov
— Gwen (@GwenDyrland) April 20, 2016
#Containment is scary. This could really happen.
— Serena (@StLouisCardsGal) April 20, 2016
The involvement of Julie Plec and David Nutter is certainly another. It’s hard not to watch any show that the pair produces. You may have heard of their other projects: The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, The Flash, and Arrow. With their track records, it’s a no-brainer.
The show is supported by a diverse cast led by Interstellar‘s David Gyasi. He’s joined by CW fan favorites including Christopher Wood, Claudia Black, and Christina Marie Moses. And, rising talents including Hanna Mangan Lawrence and Zachary Unger. Each actor brings so much depth to their characters it’s hard not to root for them to overcome their situation. It’s easy for viewers to be invested in each of their stories. And, we can’t wait to see how it unfolds.
I’m sorry guys but I don’t agree. I came into this show with great hope and interests as I’m a fan of dystopian type movies, i.e., Zombie, Nuclear Disasters, Plaque and general end of the world type dramas. Some are quite good in developing a believable premise, backed by good writing, dialog, acting, etc. I’m relatively easy to please as long as the producers and directors take their projects serious and put forth good effort. This CW production has neither. The premise was just barely believable. But does anyone really think should something like this break out, an 8 ft chain-link fence will actually keep people from breaking out? Unless there’s troops, cops or armed guards of some sort around the entire perimeter, anybody can easily drive through that fence. Secondly the supposed location of that hospital is less than 5-8 miles from the actual CDC. Why then is all the research being conducted at the hospital which was ill equipped? Whereas the CDC is the premier facility in biological, bacteriological and viral studies on the planet. Makes no sense at all. Character development is pissy at best. None of the major characters seem believable or have much depth. And don’t get me started on the substandard acting. David Gyasi as Maj. Alex Carnahan is particularity bad. Very wooden and at times he doesn’t seem to know what to do with his character. Claudia Black and Chris Wood are marginally better. The worse thing for me, and I know its nit picking, is the dang pop-up bubbles whenever someone gets a cell call or text message. For God sake why do that in EVERY scene. While I can see the intent to use it as a device to advance the plot or effect of a scene, overusing it has become annoying and pointless. Is you writing so bad, or you think you lose viewers attention, but using those stupid bubbles? Enough already. I really wanted to give this show a try, but I think there’s nothing here to see and may be moving on soon. I’ll give it 1 or 2 more episodes. If no better by then, I’m gone for good.