The first episode felt a bit... meh... not so much "slow" as others have said, but, well... meh... Acting and characterwise, it felt rather cliched and I was a bit concerned that this would be the superhero version of Nightfliers... potential not made actual.

But I needn't have been. This is living up to be every bit as misanthropic and atmospheric as the comic.

Yet for all the comic's brilliance, the one thing the comic never had was the soundtrack and cinematography! Oh. My. Word. They are sublime... The mix of camera and music is pure heaven and needs to be recognised for the genius it is!!! Every song has been perfectly chosen and every cut of the camera has meaning.

Finally, one more point: Aidan Gallagher.

I really, really am not a fan of child actors (and animals, from which I consider them one step removed) but Aiden was incredible... Somehow he carries the weight of his years on his shoulders with a conviction that I have actually come to believe. He manages to portray the most grown up and senior member of the Seven convincingly and with a depth, passion and darkness that I'm finding rather incredible.. He is a scene stealer and I'm looking forward to his future endeavours!