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TV Review: Outcast Episode S1E2 (I Remember) When She Loved Me

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Outcast CinemaxWarning his congregation about the evil in their town, Anderson encourages two parishioners, Patricia and Mildred, to be part of his ‘righteous army.’ Kyle takes matters into his own hands regarding his mother. Chief Giles and Mark Holter (Megan’s husband) of the Rome PD investigate a macabre forest ritual. Sarah receives an ominous visit.

The second episode of Outcast is an interesting one in that it runs a dual narrative whose job it is to get us moving to the conflict to come, but also continue to introduce us to Kyle Barnes, the main character played by Patrick Fugit.

Based on the Skybound/Image comic by creator Robert Kirkman and artist Paul Azaceta, the series is a twist on a genre perfected by The Exorcist, but mixed with a small town aesthetic and sub plots of abuse within the family, the series continues to stand out on its own.

As I said, the episode’s focus is to get the ball really rolling and we see that primarily through Anderson and the police investigation. These clearly malicious forces and most likely the mutilation of animals is tied to the possessions that are happening throughout the area. How they’re connected is the big question.

But, while that’s being sent up, the heart of the show is Barnes. We learn more about his experience with his mother as well as his former wife and daughter. All of this while he attempts to integrate into a town that’s weary of him. The apprehension is clear as Fugit deftly plays it all with a slightly withdrawn twist that feels like he’s feeling out the world around him. You can see his weariness of beginning to turn his life around and getting things in order, all the while trying to figure out what’s going on. Mix that all in with a sadness about it all that’s clearly delineated between Barnes and those he interacts with. There’s a dark cloud that seems to follow him and the show plays that off well.

We’re two episodes in and the series feels beyond tense as it builds what’s to come. While the subject of it all may seem familiar, the show is setting itself apart with fantastic acting and little details that sets it apart.

ngOverall Rating: 7.95

TV Review: Outcast Episode S1E1 A Darkness Surrounds Him

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Outcast CinemaxBased on the Skybound/Image comic by creator Robert Kirkman and artist Paul Azaceta, Outcast follows Kyle Barnes, a young man who has been plagued by demonic possession all his life. Now, with the help of the Reverend Anderson, a preacher with personal demons of his own, Kyle embarks on a journey to find answers and regain the normal life he lost. But what Kyle discovers could change his fate — and the fate of the world — forever.

While Kirkman is known for a certain comic and television series featuring the dead coming back to life, he tackles religion in Outcast, a topic that’s generally avoided in his The Walking Dead. While it’s easy to dismiss the series as an Exorcist wannabe, the focus on Kyle Barnes, played by Patrick Fugit, is what sets the series apart and this first episode. Like The Walking Dead, it’s a slow start that focuses on the characters as opposed to the scares. Kirkman seems to enjoy putting ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.

What this episode does is set things up quite well. Barnes is the focus and about a half dozen other characters in his world are also introduced, but it’s really about Barnes and the cross he has to bear.

Fugit’s performance is excellent with a look, a twitch, taking place of dialogue. This is a minimal performance in many ways, which makes the emotional, explosive parts, that much more impactful.

The first episode is faithful to the comic, so for those that enjoyed it, you’ll likely enjoy seeing it play out on the screen and it should be interesting to see how closely it sticks to that going forward.

Based on this first episode, I’m looking forward to seeing what comes next and what they can do with the show. Kirkman looks to have another hit on his hands.

Prepare yourself for the debut Friday June 3 at 10PM.

Overall Rating: 7.95

Watch the First Episode of Outcast

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While it doesn’t premiere until June 3rd, Cinemax has released the first episode out Outcast on Facebook and YouTube. Based the comic series by Robert Kirkman and Paul Azaceta, the show follows Kyle Barnes, a young man who has been plagued by demonic possession all his life. Now, with the help of the Reverend Anderson, a preacher with personal demons of his own, Kyle embarks on a journey to find answers and regain the normal life he lost. But what Kyle discovers could change his fate — and the fate of the world — forever.

TV Review: Outcast Episode S1E1 A Darkness Surrounds Him

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Outcast CinemaxBased on the Skybound/Image comic by creator Robert Kirkman and artist Paul Azaceta, Outcast follows Kyle Barnes, a young man who has been plagued by demonic possession all his life. Now, with the help of the Reverend Anderson, a preacher with personal demons of his own, Kyle embarks on a journey to find answers and regain the normal life he lost. But what Kyle discovers could change his fate — and the fate of the world — forever.

While Kirkman is known for a certain comic and television series featuring the dead coming back to life, he tackles religion in Outcast, a topic that’s generally avoided in his The Walking Dead. While it’s easy to dismiss the series as an Exorcist wannabe, the focus on Kyle Barnes, played by Patrick Fugit, is what sets the series apart and this first episode. Like The Walking Dead, it’s a slow start that focuses on the characters as opposed to the scares. Kirkman seems to enjoy putting ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.

What this episode does is set things up quite well. Barnes is the focus and about a half dozen other characters in his world are also introduced, but it’s really about Barnes and the cross he has to bear.

Fugit’s performance is excellent with a look, a twitch, taking place of dialogue. This is a minimal performance in many ways, which makes the emotional, explosive parts, that much more impactful.

The first episode is faithful to the comic, so for those that enjoyed it, you’ll likely enjoy seeing it play out on the screen and it should be interesting to see how closely it sticks to that going forward.

Based on this first episode, I’m looking forward to seeing what comes next and what they can do with the show. Kirkman looks to have another hit on his hands.

Prepare yourself for the debut Friday June 3 at 10PM.

Overall Rating: 7.95

Image Expo Spring Formal will feature special screening of Cinemax’s Outcast pilot

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Outcast CinemaxImage Comics has revealed that fans attending the Image Expo Spring Formal will be treated with a special screening of the pilot episode of Outcast, the forthcoming Cinemax TV series based upon the bestselling Image/Skybound series, Outcast by Kirkman & Azaceta. The television series was created by Image/Skybound’s own Robert Kirkman who also penned the pilot episode. The series premieres June 3rd on Cinemax and has already been renewed for a second season.

A limited number of tickets for Spring Formal are still available for purchase here.

Following the hour-long screening will be a cocktail hour with live art session featuring Jim Mahfood and Jason Shawn Alexander.

A special Valkyrie crowning ceremony—emceed by New York Times bestselling artist Babs Tarr—to honor the group’s devotion to expanding the comics audience and fostering community within the industry will kick-off the dance proper. THE WICKED + THE DIVINE’s Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie will DJ the event. Attendees will take to the tiles to dance, mingle, knock back signature cocktails, and snap silly selfies in the photo booth.

Valkyrie members are encouraged to attend by submitting their credentials here for a complimentary ticket to the Formal.

Image Expo Spring Formal dance will be held on Wednesday evening from 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. at The Showbox Market theater and will celebrate diversity and community in the comics industry. The Formal will also highlight the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund’s important efforts to protect and promote diverse creators and their work.

Presented in the style and spirit of a traditional Spring Formal dance, attendees must be 18+ and are encouraged to don their formal wear for a night on the tiles with their fellow comics fans, creators, press, and retailers. Tickets available here.

The Spring Formal will follow on the heels of Image Expo. Image Expo 2016 will feature a line-up of some of the hottest names in comics and offers a uniquely experience for fans to have unprecedented access to the writers and artists behind their favorite comic books at exclusive autograph sessions and comic-focused programming. In addition, Premium Admission Ticket holders will enjoy an admission ticket to 18+ Image Comics’ Spring Formal dance—a chance to mingle with creators, press, retailers, and fellow fans, an Image T–shirt, an Image tote bag, EXPO exclusive variants, Priority seating, and access to the Premium signing.

For more about Image Expo, please visit: https://imagecomics.com/expo/

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