- Plot Summary
In a distant future, humanity has lost the sense of sight generations ago due to a devastating virus. Vision is now regarded as myth or heresy. (This premise is established in the series’ trailer: “a virus has decimated humankind. Those who survived emerged blind.”)
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The story centers on Baba Voss (Jason Momoa), a fierce warrior and leader of his tribe, who becomes father to twin children born with the rare and dangerous ability to see. These twins—and their very existence—upend the fragile balance of this blind world. Voss must protect his tribe and family from external threats, notably the power-hungry Queen Kane (Sylvia Hoeks), who views the “seeing” twins as threats or witchcraft.
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Over three seasons, power struggles, betrayals, shifting alliances, and evolving threats (including sighted weaponry) unfold. In season three, a scientist develops new weaponry tied to sight, forcing Voss to return from seclusion to protect his people.
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- Notable Elements
Visual & Cinematographic Ambition
The show leans heavily into sweeping natural landscapes, dense forests, rugged terrain, and tribal settings. There are moments when the cinematography evokes a mythic or legendary tone, especially in action or confrontation scenes.
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Action & Physical Performances
Jason Momoa delivers a physically commanding performance as Baba Voss, with multiple fight sequences, stunts, and dramatic confrontations. The primal, visceral nature of warfare in this blind world is one of its signature draws. Reviews note the “intense action scenes” as among the show’s high points.
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World-building (and its flaws)
The premise is bold and daring, but critics have pointed out inconsistencies in how a blind society might evolve. For example, characters still wear jewelry or apply war paint—elements that seem visually oriented in a world without sight. Some argue the show doesn’t fully lean into how such a society would truly function.
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Dialogues, tone & pacing
Some critics find the dialogue overly grandiose or theatrical—lines meant to feel mythic sometimes read as stilted. The pacing can waver: long stretches of travel or exposition slow the momentum.
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Casting & inclusivity
The series includes cast and crew who are blind or have low vision, to bring authenticity to the portrayal of a blind society.
- Themes & Messages
Sight, perception & belief
At its core, See is about what it means to “see” in metaphorical as well as literal terms. In a world that has forgotten vision, the return of sight challenges long-held beliefs, taboos, and power structures.
Fear vs. othering
The seeing twins become symbols of fear, superstition, and the unknown. The series explores how societies react to the unfamiliar or disruptive, often with violence, suppression, or myth.
Power, legacy & leadership
Leadership is central—how to protect, persuade, and guide people in harsh conditions. Baba Voss is often torn between duty, family, and survival.
Sacrifice & identity
Characters grapple with who they are versus what they must become for their people’s survival. Sacrifices of personal desires for communal good recur.
Though See is not a “holiday film,” if you were to stretch a connection to traditions or sentiments, you might see analogues: the tension between hope and fear, the birth of savior-figures (the twins), and the theme of light (sight) returning to darkness—all echoing motifs of renewal, miracle, or transformation often found in holiday stories.
- Personal Impressions
Strengths
The concept is audacious and intriguing. A post-apocalypse without sight is a bold narrative gamble, and at its best, See rewards that gamble with striking visuals and powerful moments of conflict.
Jason Momoa is magnetic as Baba Voss. His physical presence, determination, and emotional arcs anchor much of the show’s gravitas.
The heightened stakes and dramatic showdowns often deliver intense, gripping scenes—especially in later seasons when the show leans harder into political intrigue and warfare.
Weaknesses
The world-building, while imaginative, often feels underdeveloped or inconsistent. The “blind society” sometimes lacks internal logic in its customs and behaviors.
Dialogue occasionally drifts into melodrama, making serious moments unintentionally awkward.
The pacing is uneven: certain episodes or stretches drag with travel or exposition, losing the narrative momentum.
Some characters remain underwritten or exist mainly as plot devices rather than fully fleshed-out individuals.
Overall, See is a series of grand ideas and intermittent brilliance, but its execution sometimes falls short of its ambitions.
- Audience Recommendations
You might especially enjoy See if you like:
Epic, high-concept fantasy / sci-fi that bends conventional rules
Action-heavy storytelling, with fight choreography and primal stakes
Visual spectacle and strong performances, especially from charismatic leads
Mythic or allegorical narratives, where the plot carries symbolic weight
However, if you prefer tightly realistic world-building, low melodrama, or slow-burning character studies, this series may test your patience.
- Conclusion & Rating
See is a wild, ambitious ride—uneven, flawed, but often compelling in its boldness. It stands out for taking the unusual premise of universal blindness and trying to build a world around it. Though it sometimes stumbles in logic, tone, or pacing, it offers memorable moments, confrontations, and themes of perception, fear, and power.
For those willing to lean into its wild ideas and overlook its flaws, See can be an immersive and provocative experience. For others expecting tight realism or flawless plotting, it may frustrate.
Final Recommendation: Watch it for the spectacle, the performances, and the daring concept—but remain flexible about its imperfections.
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3 out of 5 stars)
