 Originally Posted by bassman
I'm fairly certain all or at least most of the plot threads will be tied up by the end of this first season. Judging by the "coming soon" trailer just out of comic con, we'll definitely see the long haired cowboy plot tied up, as well as Jesse's plan to bring God to the church.
I think they may have spread these threads across an entire season rather than only a few episodes like most shows. I can see why they would take that angle when you consider how most TV shows are binged on in rapid succession these days. One long movie that could be enjoyed over a rainy weekend. Problem is, it gets frustrating when viewed week-to-week.
As for the main goal of the character....I would say it's been there since the first episode. Jesse wants to be a man of God and do well for those around him. Toss in his past as a criminal, alcoholism, and this Genesis within him, and it makes ultimate goal slide further and further away...
1) I've not seen the 'coming soon' trailer, but it's good to know that we'll likely get some answers as I so often feel kinda lost with this show.
2) I think you're right. It would probably make more sense in a binge-viewing environment, but seeing as its first port of call is weekly television, it makes for frustrating viewing at times. Because I sometimes I have no idea what's going on, it's hard to get invested or care enough.
3) Well, sure, but it's a kind of an existential main goal. It's not as clear as the others I mentioned, so I don't know, for me at least it's harder to empathise/understand.
This all said, I do generally like the show, but it's circling the 'must watch' drain at times. I'm sticking with it for the time being, but I regularly feel adrift as an audience member thinking "what's going on?" I'll probably end up watching Season 2 anyway, but I guess I'm just not quite fully invested in the show as I always feel like I'm being kept at arm's length by it. I don't really know what it is, but it's hard to explain.
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