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12 12 12 Review: Anthony Mackie, Jamie Dornan Fail to Deliver Thrills
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What Happened?
Apple TV's '12 12 12' features Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan in a heist drama that struggles to maintain excitement. The series focuses more on character backstories than the heist itself.
Key points
- The series features a heist to steal cash from a Swiss bank.
- It stars Anthony Mackie as Jack Strickland and Jamie Dornan as Paul Galvin.
- The narrative shifts between three timelines: planning, execution, and aftermath.
- Character backstories overshadow the heist, slowing down the story.
- The show has a polished presentation but lacks urgency.
- Two episodes are currently available, with new episodes releasing weekly.
Key insights
- The focus on character backstories may alienate viewers expecting a thrilling heist.
- The series could benefit from a tighter narrative structure to enhance suspense.
- Future episodes may need to better integrate character arcs with the heist plot.
Why it matters
The series highlights the challenges of balancing character development with plot urgency in heist narratives.
Entities
Apple TV· OrganizationAnthony Mackie· PersonJamie Dornan· Person
Source
India Today
