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80 of 85 people found the following review helpful
Blu-ray review: When I saw the pilot episode of "Grimm" I thought it would be something of a knock off of Supernatural: The Complete First Season. While both shows have much in common, "Grimm" has managed to grow into its premise and find its own identity.
Portland detective Nick Burkhardt (David Guintoli)sees monsters and it's not because he's on drugs. Turns out Burkhardt is one of the last of the Grimms who fought and killed monsters that have preyed on humanity for centuries. Burkhardt like all Grimms has the unique ability to see the creatures masquerading beneath their human mask.
With the assistance of Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell)a reformed werewolf (or a big bad wolf in Grimm mythology)to help him understand the strange new world he's been dropped into, Burkhardt discovers that many of the creatures out there are just trying to survive while others have more insidious motives. Unfortunately there are those in Burkhardt's own police department who are undermining his efforts for their own mysterious reasons.
The procedural element of the show isn't quite as strong as the hunt for the various creatures but the show improves as the season wears on. I'd like to see better character development for Nick Burkhardt, his partner and fiance.
Updated for blu-ray: the transfer looks quite nice with a sharp, colorful transfer. Blacks are rock solid. Audio sounds quite nice with nice use of the entire sound stage and pulls you into the action without distracting.
The only thing I DISLIKE is the packaging. Normally how something is packaged doesn't factor into how I rate a set BUT the Blu-ray discs slide in and out of cardboard packaging. The good news is that Blu-ray can stand up better to west and tear and possible scratching compard to DVD but the bad news is that unless you are very careful there is a chance they will be scratched.
The special features don't feature any commentary tracks which is disappointing. We get to see five auditions from the actors. We get two worthwhile featurettes focusing on the creatures in Grimm and the make up effects. We also get deleted scenes.
"Grimm" has a much more droll sense of humor than the more tongue-in-cheek humor of "Supernatural" and Mitchell in particular is a highlight of the show with his often sarcastic, dry delivery as Monroe. Both shows are entertaining ("Supernatural" has its extended mythology which "Grimm" is only beginning to develop)and "Grimm" has continually improved with each successive episode.
Although the pilot is solid, the show improves as the season goes on developing its own mythology. The one flaw with the show has to do with the development of Nick Burkhardt, his partner and girlfriend--while the show does develop the characters as the season goes on they are a bit too generic particularly when compared to Monroe and the supporting characters of the show.
Recommended.
Portland detective Nick Burkhardt (David Guintoli)sees monsters and it's not because he's on drugs. Turns out Burkhardt is one of the last of the Grimms who fought and killed monsters that have preyed on humanity for centuries. Burkhardt like all Grimms has the unique ability to see the creatures masquerading beneath their human mask.
With the assistance of Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell)a reformed werewolf (or a big bad wolf in Grimm mythology)to help him understand the strange new world he's been dropped into, Burkhardt discovers that many of the creatures out there are just trying to survive while others have more insidious motives. Unfortunately there are those in Burkhardt's own police department who are undermining his efforts for their own mysterious reasons.
The procedural element of the show isn't quite as strong as the hunt for the various creatures but the show improves as the season wears on. I'd like to see better character development for Nick Burkhardt, his partner and fiance.
Updated for blu-ray: the transfer looks quite nice with a sharp, colorful transfer. Blacks are rock solid. Audio sounds quite nice with nice use of the entire sound stage and pulls you into the action without distracting.
The only thing I DISLIKE is the packaging. Normally how something is packaged doesn't factor into how I rate a set BUT the Blu-ray discs slide in and out of cardboard packaging. The good news is that Blu-ray can stand up better to west and tear and possible scratching compard to DVD but the bad news is that unless you are very careful there is a chance they will be scratched.
The special features don't feature any commentary tracks which is disappointing. We get to see five auditions from the actors. We get two worthwhile featurettes focusing on the creatures in Grimm and the make up effects. We also get deleted scenes.
"Grimm" has a much more droll sense of humor than the more tongue-in-cheek humor of "Supernatural" and Mitchell in particular is a highlight of the show with his often sarcastic, dry delivery as Monroe. Both shows are entertaining ("Supernatural" has its extended mythology which "Grimm" is only beginning to develop)and "Grimm" has continually improved with each successive episode.
Although the pilot is solid, the show improves as the season goes on developing its own mythology. The one flaw with the show has to do with the development of Nick Burkhardt, his partner and girlfriend--while the show does develop the characters as the season goes on they are a bit too generic particularly when compared to Monroe and the supporting characters of the show.
Recommended.
55 of 57 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I honestly did not expect "Grimm" to succeed. Not only was another modern-fairy-tale series being produced at the same time, but it was going to be a police procedural.
But to my surprise, "Grimm Season 1" ended up being a very solid urban fantasy show, with plenty of dark humor, mystery and some very creepy supernatural creatures. It could use a little more arc in its storylines, but it successfully meld police detective work with the stories of the Brothers Grimm. These are not children's fairy tales.
Detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli) suspects that he's going crazy when he keeps seeing strange things. But when his aunt pays a visit, she reveals that he is a Grimm -- part of an ancient line of guardians who are able to see the supernatural "wesen" (pronounced "vessen"). When she dies, she leaves Nick a trailer full of weapons, ancient books and potions.
With the help of the reluctant Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell), a Wieder Blutbad ("big bad wolf"), Nick begins investigating crimes that are committed by wesen... while also having to keep his identity secret from his partner Hank (Russell Hornsby) and beloved girlfriend Juliette (Bitsie Tulloch).
Even as he investigates bizarre crimes that only he can deal with, Nick also discovers that a sultry Hexenbiest -- a wicked witch, in other words -- is bespelling his partner. And he begins to investigate the deaths of his parents, which may not have been an accident... and which were connected to whatever is going on.
"Grimm Season 1" has a pretty simple premise -- that all the strange creatures of the Grimm tales were real, and that they live secretly amongst us. Fortunately the writers keep a dark, violent edge to the season, keeping the whole idea of beaver-people and a lupine "Rapunzel" from seeming ridiculous. Their "Cinderella" story is downright TERRIFYING.
If the series has a problem, it's that its story arcs could be a little stronger. But the ones it has are pretty good, with Nick learning about his destiny and growing into it, even as Captain Renard is scheming to... do something. And the writers do an excellent job of making the wesen "real" people, like Monroe's intense love of Christmas, or the Eisbiebers (who are "average working-class joes" wesen).
The cast is also really good. Giuntoli looks like a genuine police detective, albeit with a boyish, inquisitive edge, and he plays off the scruffy, good-hearted Mitchell really well. Mitchell's Monroe is a real delight -- a reclusive vegetarian "big bad wolf" who initially is reluctant to help Nick, but ends up his loyal, trusted partner. And the cast is rounded out nicely by Tulloch, the mysterious Sasha Roiz, the jovial Reggie Lee, and Monoe's love interest Bree Turner.
"Grimm Season 1" starts off a little slow, but after a few episodes it really kicks into the dark, gruesome fairy-tale stride. One of the best new shows this season.
But to my surprise, "Grimm Season 1" ended up being a very solid urban fantasy show, with plenty of dark humor, mystery and some very creepy supernatural creatures. It could use a little more arc in its storylines, but it successfully meld police detective work with the stories of the Brothers Grimm. These are not children's fairy tales.
Detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli) suspects that he's going crazy when he keeps seeing strange things. But when his aunt pays a visit, she reveals that he is a Grimm -- part of an ancient line of guardians who are able to see the supernatural "wesen" (pronounced "vessen"). When she dies, she leaves Nick a trailer full of weapons, ancient books and potions.
With the help of the reluctant Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell), a Wieder Blutbad ("big bad wolf"), Nick begins investigating crimes that are committed by wesen... while also having to keep his identity secret from his partner Hank (Russell Hornsby) and beloved girlfriend Juliette (Bitsie Tulloch).
Even as he investigates bizarre crimes that only he can deal with, Nick also discovers that a sultry Hexenbiest -- a wicked witch, in other words -- is bespelling his partner. And he begins to investigate the deaths of his parents, which may not have been an accident... and which were connected to whatever is going on.
"Grimm Season 1" has a pretty simple premise -- that all the strange creatures of the Grimm tales were real, and that they live secretly amongst us. Fortunately the writers keep a dark, violent edge to the season, keeping the whole idea of beaver-people and a lupine "Rapunzel" from seeming ridiculous. Their "Cinderella" story is downright TERRIFYING.
If the series has a problem, it's that its story arcs could be a little stronger. But the ones it has are pretty good, with Nick learning about his destiny and growing into it, even as Captain Renard is scheming to... do something. And the writers do an excellent job of making the wesen "real" people, like Monroe's intense love of Christmas, or the Eisbiebers (who are "average working-class joes" wesen).
The cast is also really good. Giuntoli looks like a genuine police detective, albeit with a boyish, inquisitive edge, and he plays off the scruffy, good-hearted Mitchell really well. Mitchell's Monroe is a real delight -- a reclusive vegetarian "big bad wolf" who initially is reluctant to help Nick, but ends up his loyal, trusted partner. And the cast is rounded out nicely by Tulloch, the mysterious Sasha Roiz, the jovial Reggie Lee, and Monoe's love interest Bree Turner.
"Grimm Season 1" starts off a little slow, but after a few episodes it really kicks into the dark, gruesome fairy-tale stride. One of the best new shows this season.
18 of 22 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
DVD Extras Bring Monster Mayhem to Life: NBC Scares Up A Hit With This Mash-Up Of Police Procedural With Dark Fairy Tales
June 8, 2012
Format:Blu-ray
The horror genre is something that can certainly be hit-or-miss as it is adapted for primetime network TV. Combining elements of a standard police procedural with classic tales of monster mayhem, NBC's "Grimm" was a solid, and somewhat surprising, success for NBC in the 2011-12 season. Modernizing and reinterpreting Grimm's Fairy Tales certainly provides plenty of gritty and unpleasant material for Season One's 22 episodes. With takes on stories like Red Riding Hood, Hansel and Gretel, and The Three Bears (among many others), "Grimm" makes for a much darker vision than ABC's fairy tale inspired fantasy "Once Upon A Time." This is targeting a different vibe and aims for creepiness and chills which, for the most part, hit their mark. While some tales are stronger than others, the show's technical aspects effectively create an overall mood which distinguishes the look and feel of the show. The dark and spooky sets, the make-up and special effects, the props, and the music really help the show stand out.
DVD Info:
Both Blu-Ray and DVD releases will be 5 disc sets. The initial DVD/Blu-ray release is slated to be in limited edition packaging that will include exclusive "Grimm" collector cards. The Blu-ray will be in hi-def with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1/ Dolby Digital 2.0 audio. Both DVD and Blu-ray release will have subtitle options.
DVD Bonus Features:
Deleted Scenes
Gag reel
World of Grimm Feature: Discusses characters, creatures, and inspirations behind the stories.
Making Monsters Features: Make-up and FX team members showcase how they can bring a creature to life.
Grimm Guide: Interactive book on Blu that lets you get a closer understanding of the different creatures.
"Grimm" tells the tale of a Portland homicide detective (David Giuntoli) who discovers a family legacy that he never expected. In early episodes, his aunt (Kate Burton) appears with quite a secret. She raised him after his parents untimely death and now must pass on the knowledge that he is what is known as a Grimm. Essentially he is a gatekeeper between the human world and the realm of mythological creatures (wesen in Grimm-speak). He has the power to see beneath their veneer as they are hidden among us, and his duty is to serve as a protector and a executioner. Guintoli, however, as he inherits the mantle is not the ruthless Grimm of his ancestry. He is a kinder and gentler Grimm and sets up a more classic struggle of good versus evil as opposed to man versus beast. His closest ally is, in fact, a the equivalent of a werewolf (or Big Bad Wolf, scene-stealing Silas Weir Mitchell plays the Blutbad). As the season progresses, a larger conspiracy seems to be at work behind the scenes. Might this new Grimm be in over his head?
While I enjoyed "Grimm, it still feels like a show finding its way. The entire premise is amusingly faulty, as practically the entire town of Portland is some kind of creature (good or evil). If the Grimm actually did eliminate any non-human presence, it would be absolute genocide leaving only a handful of residents in the Pacific Northwest! Now that's a show I'd pay to see! Each episode revolves around solving a case, just like a standard police procedural. While some are quite well done, many are too easy to predict. I also don't know that the show has developed its cast of characters sufficiently. Aside from Giuntoli and Weir Mitchell, many of the supporting cast remain relatively ill-defined or underutilized (most especially Bitsie Tulloch as Giuntoli's girlfriend). But still, "Grimm" provides something a bit out of the ordinary and these episodes kept me entertained. For Season Two, I'd like to see the continuing plot lines get stronger and dig deeper into the back story and mythology. KGHarris, 6/12.
DVD Info:
Both Blu-Ray and DVD releases will be 5 disc sets. The initial DVD/Blu-ray release is slated to be in limited edition packaging that will include exclusive "Grimm" collector cards. The Blu-ray will be in hi-def with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1/ Dolby Digital 2.0 audio. Both DVD and Blu-ray release will have subtitle options.
DVD Bonus Features:
Deleted Scenes
Gag reel
World of Grimm Feature: Discusses characters, creatures, and inspirations behind the stories.
Making Monsters Features: Make-up and FX team members showcase how they can bring a creature to life.
Grimm Guide: Interactive book on Blu that lets you get a closer understanding of the different creatures.
"Grimm" tells the tale of a Portland homicide detective (David Giuntoli) who discovers a family legacy that he never expected. In early episodes, his aunt (Kate Burton) appears with quite a secret. She raised him after his parents untimely death and now must pass on the knowledge that he is what is known as a Grimm. Essentially he is a gatekeeper between the human world and the realm of mythological creatures (wesen in Grimm-speak). He has the power to see beneath their veneer as they are hidden among us, and his duty is to serve as a protector and a executioner. Guintoli, however, as he inherits the mantle is not the ruthless Grimm of his ancestry. He is a kinder and gentler Grimm and sets up a more classic struggle of good versus evil as opposed to man versus beast. His closest ally is, in fact, a the equivalent of a werewolf (or Big Bad Wolf, scene-stealing Silas Weir Mitchell plays the Blutbad). As the season progresses, a larger conspiracy seems to be at work behind the scenes. Might this new Grimm be in over his head?
While I enjoyed "Grimm, it still feels like a show finding its way. The entire premise is amusingly faulty, as practically the entire town of Portland is some kind of creature (good or evil). If the Grimm actually did eliminate any non-human presence, it would be absolute genocide leaving only a handful of residents in the Pacific Northwest! Now that's a show I'd pay to see! Each episode revolves around solving a case, just like a standard police procedural. While some are quite well done, many are too easy to predict. I also don't know that the show has developed its cast of characters sufficiently. Aside from Giuntoli and Weir Mitchell, many of the supporting cast remain relatively ill-defined or underutilized (most especially Bitsie Tulloch as Giuntoli's girlfriend). But still, "Grimm" provides something a bit out of the ordinary and these episodes kept me entertained. For Season Two, I'd like to see the continuing plot lines get stronger and dig deeper into the back story and mythology. KGHarris, 6/12.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
GRIMM IS THE BEST
I have watched a lot of shows but I love Grimm more then any of them. It is fantastic!!! I hope it lasts for years!!!
Published 1 hour ago by becky harlow
3.0 out of 5 stars
this is not a review, but a complaint about instant video
Amazon does this thing way too often where they say they have a season on streaming, and the only thing that's free is a 5 minute promo. Read more
Published 13 hours ago by gamer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better way to watch T v.
I was glad to see Grimm arrive on Amazon Prime. Watching a show when it is convenient for me without having to worry about setting up the DVR is just a better way to watch TV.
Published 14 hours ago by Donald M. Rouse
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very cool graphics!
Love the scary faces and the story line is great, looking forward to the next seasons. Thanks Amazon, you're the best
Published 14 hours ago by Matthew I Asaro
5.0 out of 5 stars
If you like to escape into a show-watch "GRIMM"
Great show! Very well done and well written. Great story line- it's seamless! It keeps you wanting to see the next episode.. the cliff hangers aren't too intense either.. Read more
Published 22 hours ago by DanyGirl
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good Show
The show was very good, I was introduced to it by my 22 year old son, unfortunately it's not on Amazon Prime
Published 1 day ago by PLB
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun to watch, not just for Portlanders
Yes, it's fun to see the local places that Grimm shoots at, but it's not a bad show as well.
Give it a shot and don't think about the acting in the first 3 or 4 episodes, it... Read more
Give it a shot and don't think about the acting in the first 3 or 4 episodes, it... Read more
Published 1 day ago by JJ
5.0 out of 5 stars
Grimm Great!
Love the series but was told there should have been a log sheet inclosed with all of the people/creators and their ablities. My DVD did not have that. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Victor1896
5.0 out of 5 stars
Grim but good!!
Grim plots and gory details make for a great nighttime show i watch with my husband. we both enjoy finding out what the "new" fairytale character is, what the look like in... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Ari
5.0 out of 5 stars
Addicting!
I've become an addict and couldn't stop watching them; only to go to the bathroom, get something to drink, etc. I FEEL like I don't have a life but to watch GRIMM. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Ed Martinez
