Hi Mandy! I hope you're doing great :) I saw the post you reblogged about the x-files, and it got me very intrigued. I never watched it before, and I was wondering if you think that starting now would be a good idea? I guess both in terms of starting a show that was shot mainly in the 90s (too many of my childhood favorites have become unwatchable, sigh) and in terms of its general mood - is it very stressful/gloomy? You seem to like it a lot, and so far you recs have been the best. thanks! xx
In terms of watchability, yes, I think it absolutely stands up. I haven’t done a full series rewatch in a long time (years) so there might be moments or episodes - honestly I could probably research it for you - but I think overall it stands up.
But in terms of mood... hmm. I mean, it is stressful/gloomy sometimes, but in ore of an escapist way than a realist way. They investigate supernatural mysteries and the paranormal so it’s not the gritty sort of real life shit we are facing today. Almost all the episodes especially early on are most motw (monster of the week) so there’s a conclusion at the end of them. Sometimes it delves into arc (the underlying story that spans the whole series) but that’s sprinkled in throughout.
Hit me up if you want more details about it!!
