I have never been a TV episode guy since college time, I think. Very few series could conjure me in front of a TV or computer or iPad everyday after work and nourish me with the latest development in stories... like they do many people I know. I think for this reason, umbrella academy is unique for me.

I started by reactivating my dust-covered Netflix account searching for a show that will bring me some easy to brainless entertainment during dinner time. i found umbrella academy.

At first glance, it is like any of those Marvel hero shows. Super rich wiredo, abnormal newborns, crazy plans, world on fire... It reminds me of Heroes and X-men in many ways. The plots hold up very well so far. Everyone has unique character that is well acted. Among the several superhero movies I watched and remeber, character building is not necessarily a strong point. But Umbrella is a clearly an exception. In addition, the major storyline is gripping. The branches are not so many or loose. Its good because I don't have to memorize many things to follow up the show. Action scenes are way too loud and didn't add anything exciting in my opinion. But ok. It's a super hero show after all. Another point that adds credits is the background music. I think it's the biggest feature for me. From the "phantom of opera" at the beginning to many pop in songs in old time - I don't even know, they keep me excited. They are very beautiful music and chosen so well to match the atmosphere and tempo. When I watched the part with Cha-Cha and the other guy in black suits sitting in that dingy hotel room and 70s or 80s pop songs playing in the background, it was like a tribute to Pulp Fiction.

Love it so far. It strikes a great balance of casual entertainment and complexity.