Review of 'The Boroughs': Excellent cast but uneven pacing

The Netflix series 'The Boroughs' draws attention with its remarkable ensemble cast. The review highlights Molina, Woodard, and O'Hare as the core of the story, each bringing something unique and investing in their characters with backstories and emotional depth.

However, the show has noticeable flaws. Its visual style features a faded, beige color palette, likely intended to reflect New Mexico's sandy atmosphere, but it feels contradictory to the era that inspired it. This choice creates a dissonance between the visuals and the story's tone.

Narratively, the series peaks in episode five, which is considered the best of the season. Unfortunately, the pace then drops significantly—the remaining three episodes feel like filler to meet Netflix's order, losing momentum instead of building tension.

Overall, 'The Boroughs' offers strong performances and compelling characters, but its visual choices and uneven pacing raise questions about whether a shorter season would have been more effective.