Review of Chapter 1

House of Cards: Chapter 1 (2013)
Season 1, Episode 1
7/10
Netflix is horning in on HBO's action with this one
15 June 2017
Between the wide aspect ratio and the scrolling credits, it's clear that this show's goals are loftier than just television. It's a skillfully made episode, especially for an opener. And when you need an actor to play the wronged (read: vengeful) career politician, Kevin Spacey is your go-to, there is no question; the rage just simmers underneath, man.

With how Netflix has redefined TV schedules, there's a relaxed pacing to this that kinda surprised me. But it's got the attention-getters where they count and ends on just the right note of menace.

Frank Underwood is not to be trifled with.

7/10
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