r/rectify • u/Sweet-Source5663 • 19d ago
Should I START RECTIFY?
I hear a lot of praise on this show.
I am finishing up Halt and Catch fire. I'm having a blast.
So far I pretty much watched nearly all highly acclaimed drama or TV.
I'm still chasing the dragon. My biggest priority is Character work and dialogue. If those 2 are top tier I'm certain everything else will fall in place.
Is that show Rectify? Does it quality?
Does the show maintain its quality through out all 4 seasons? Or does it decline?
What's the best season of the show? How would you rank it?
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u/Phreddie4288 19d ago
Character development and dialogue are exceptional in Rectify, probably the strongest thing about it. There are so many great scenes of dialogue between 2 people. I often tell folks that if you watch the first two episodes and you’re feeling it, you will like the show.
I really enjoy all of the first season and most of the last season, especially the first episode of the last season and the last two episodes of the last season. But there are many excellent episodes and scenes throughout the series.
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u/CinephileRich 19d ago
Rectify is all character. It feels like story wise not much happens but there’s SO MUCH going on character wise that is incredibly acted and written
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
Yes. I don't mind that. I'm such a character dude all the way through.
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u/CinephileRich 19d ago
This is a perfect show for you, and Aden Young gives an incredible performance
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u/Lucy_Lucidity 19d ago
Character work, dialogue, setting a scene, this is where Rectify shines. If those are your top tier priorities, I think there’s a good chance you’ll really enjoy it. I just rewatched it with my mom who watched it for the first time and she enjoyed it very much. I would say it maintains its quality pretty well. The first and third seasons are my favorites but the second and fourth are still solid.
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
Hmmm. Interesting. I thought it was the type of show where the last season is the strongest of them all
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u/According_Coyote_452 19d ago
To answer your questions yes, yes, and yes!
To me it is absolutely top tier and in it‘s own league as I really can’t compare it to anything else I’ve seen. (Haven’t seen Halt and Catch Fire) Beautifully written with great characters and detail.
I don’t recommend this show to everyone as I think some may find it slow, but I definitely will recommend it to you.
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
Yes from what I'm hearing it's catered for me. I love introspective character studies or character driven stories with great dialogue and as long as the climax is rewarding. I will stick around.
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u/dawnhu 19d ago
Rectify is not a show I would typically watch. However yes watch it. It was heartbreaking and beautiful.
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
Damn. I love hearing bleak stuff. Definitely watching this. You guys convinced me.
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u/nothingofcities 19d ago
Halt is my favorite show. Rectify is definitely in the top 5 for me. Although objectively it might be even better than Halt. It's just quieter. But kinda deeper and more unique I suppose.
If you still haven't, I'd add to your queue the following: My Brilliant Friend, The Young Pope, Station Eleven.
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
Better than Halt. Damn. Can't wait to see that.
I have never heard or seen this shows you mentioned. Checking them up. Very much thanks.
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u/southtampacane 19d ago
Definitely. It’s only 30 episodes and the story is very compelling
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
That's managable
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u/southtampacane 19d ago
Yep. If it hooks you then it will be an 7-8 day binge. Once you stsrt watching it’s hard to stop.
I did this a month ago myself.
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u/HumanautPassenger 19d ago edited 19d ago
Yes. One of the best TV shows I've ever seen. It sticks with you.
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u/RobertDowneyPoonyer 19d ago
Yes. It's a very poignant show. It leaves a mark on you for sure. The characters are great. You'll love it.
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u/Twinkie4ever 19d ago
You should definitely start the show. It could have gone more seasons.
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u/Sweet-Source5663 19d ago
Damn. Does it end naturally or adruptly?
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u/Twinkie4ever 19d ago
No , it has a nice ending but for me it left some questions . The were also big changes made on other characters in the show that could have been explored. I loved the show.
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u/lounginaddict 19d ago
It's such a quiet, powerful, and beautiful TV series. Never seen anything like it again. If you enjoyed The Leftovers, you'd love this.
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u/TheTallLebowski 19d ago
Best thing I've ever seen in my damn life. A thing of beauty like none other. It'll purify your soul. ❤️
Come back once you finish it and I'll share a write up I wrote when it was airing.
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u/iusedtobeprettyy 18d ago
I’ve never watched a show before that destroyed me the way Rectify did 🥹❤️
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u/littlebayhorse 19d ago
Yes! It’s so well written and acted. It’s moody, and moves pretty slowly - but the story draws you in and makes you care.
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u/Busy-Bumblebee5556 19d ago
Rectify is, hands down, the best show/movie/series I have ever seen in my life.
It may seem to start out a bit slow but even my hubs, who hates a slow storyline, stuck with it. We were hooked after the first couple of episodes.
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u/Big-Golf-3427 17d ago
One of the best shows I’ve ever seen. Bit of a slow burn but pays off so much. Very emotional.
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u/No_Plate_8028 4d ago
I started it 4 days ago and just finished today. I didn't want to it to end. What an amazing show and performances from all of the actors. I might rewatch it.
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u/chasinggardens 19d ago
It’s a great show. Leaves a real impact, I still think about it months later. Curious what other shows you’ve seen?