I just finished the last episode of the Netflix original, Ozark. Here's my non-spoilery thoughts.
Before watching, I heard the show described as Netflix's Breaking Bad, and the description on Netflix confirmed that it is basically a normal guy getting involved in the criminal/drug world. This is not a comedy, nor does it pull any punches. Breaking Bad had lines it could not cross (due to television and the FCC) that Ozark pole vaults over. Like Breaking Bad, you will find yourself rooting for an anti-hero, but, unlike BB, you will be completely and absolutely rooting against the FBI.
It doesn't include Tarantino levels of, um, language, but it will hurt fragile ears. Also, a strip club is a setting for at least one story arch, and I would call some of those scenes gratuitous. Violence and gore? Again, not quite Tarantino levels, but it gets very close. When the story takes dark turns, it gets DARK.
Jason Bateman provides more evidence for my theory that comedic actors thrive in anti-hero/villain roles. He is surrounded by a stellar cast who embody detailed characters incredibly well.
It's not perfect, however. My main gripe is with the color grading. Yes, it is a dark story with lots of shadowy figures and death and stuff, but that doesn't mean it has to be literally dark all the time. Some vivid colors, and accurately bright sunny days would be appreciated. Also, I realize that working in the crime world means using your library voice a lot, but I shouldn't need to turn captions on so I don't miss important details.
Has anyone else been watching this?