Mindhunter Review 

The guy who plays Kemper need some kind of award for his performance

My God Holden's last scene gave me anxiety and made me feel so uncomfortable.

Swear to god when Kemper jumped out of the bed in that last scene I shit myself, I though poor holden was a dead man

Mindhunter is an amazing show. It's like Hannibal meets True Detective, meets Zodiac.

I need season two, like now, like right now.

I was just going to watch a few episodes Saturday and ended up binging the whole episode til Sunday. Enthralling and chilling. Excellent! Every Mom should watch this series.

It is, easily, one of the best shows on Netflix. The writing, acting, direction, and cinematography are all great. Also, that score. The score! Incredible. SO psyched for Season 2. For the protagonist I only have this piece of advice: "Beware that, when fighting monsters you yourself do not become a monster...for when you gaze long into the abyss. The abyss gazes also into you."~Friedrich Nietzsche.

Everytime Kemper touches Holden omg.... my heart sinks to the ground

Best use of a Led Zeppelin song in film or tv to date.

You said it's not exciting, but with good enough writing, people sitting and talking can be the most exciting thing. Either way you sold me on the show.

I definitely could see Holden’s progression because I intuitively began to like him less and less. The best scenes by far are the ones with Holden and Kemper.

So did you not know this was directed by David Fincher?

Anna looks like Cate Blanchett

The guy that plays Ed Kempler, was spooky on the real guy

My heart was beating so fast at the end 😬😬

i loved this show once it got going, especially the talking to the inmates. i love the show criminal minds so yep.

Was thinking dexter villain everytime i see a badguy

This show was amazing. Love how cerebral it was. And Anna Torv is always fantastic

Not to mention the performances of every actor playing the killers they interview were amazing. Every one was scary and unique and not cheesy.

Mindhunter is really really good. I seldom actually binge series but this made me binge.

The dude at the beginning of every episode is Denis Rader, btw. Assuming he is going to be the focus of season 2.

No comments at all about direction or David fincher??

this show really is the perfect visualisation of a good story just by "two ppl sitting in a room and talk"

Great show. Every background detail had the 70's mundaneness hemmed into it. Loved all the soundtrack choices and the locations. Holt and Jonathan are great.

The Mindhunter is great! Also do yourselves a favor for who haven't watched Fringe with Anna Torv as the lead of the show, do it NOW! Fringe is in my Top 3 all-time favorite shows.

Netflix came a longway , from the early days it was battling out the video rental chain that was BlockBuster Video rentals to present days where it is now actually battling top Hollywood Studios.....who knew what it would grow up to become

I just about let it go after watching the pilot, then got totally hooked in E02 after they met Ed Kemper. From there it just got better and better

Mindhunter is the thinking person's 'Criminal Minds'. "How do we get ahead of crazy, if we don't know how crazy thinks?"- Agent Tench.

One of the best shows I've ever seen.

I love researching and studying serial killers, and as such i already knew alot about the real serial killers that where featured in the show. I really appreciated how they intertwined real details and serial killers with this fictional story. I enjoyed being able to spot the differences and similarities between the killers, the cases, and real life interviews. I also really enjoyed the plot and overall i love this show. I am looking forward to which future serial killers they will feature and portray.

I really was invested in Mindhunter because of the chemistry between Holden and Bill there were moments that made me laugh, and those interrogation scene were beautifully done especially the case with yellow coat and bloody rock. Brilliant watch 8 out of 10 Bill need to quit smoking

I read the true crime book it was based on back in the 90's and was enthralled. I kept telling everyone around me how amazing the book was but I couldn't get people to understand. I was so excited to learn they had made a series from it. If anything, the book delves far deeper into the killers minds and the FBI's attempts to learn how they tick. I really recommend it.

wow! I feel like you put together all the thoughts I've had while I was watching Mindhunters ! I am very surprised how well you described this show and how much I agree with you :) As you said this show is more about character "Holden Ford". It was interesting for me to watch him being changed psychologically by interviewing serial killers, especially 'Ed Kemper'. Thanks for the best review on Mindhunters !

Loved it. Loved it. Loved it. So cerebral, so well written and one the best shows out there this season. It's also based heavily on factual events that makes it even more intriguing. One thing that is so different is that they rarely show any violence. The horror is created by the excellent dialogue and made more horrible because the imagery is constructed in your own mind and imagination. Excellent show. One of the best ever. Deserves to be ranked with the best of the best, Sopranos, Mad Men, Braking Bad, etc. Loved it, loved it, loved it.

I was obsessed with this show, even after watching all the episodes, I was thinking about it several times a day for the next few days!

This show is awesome. And one of the few shows that the long conversations are the most engaging part. If there’s anything bad about the show it’s that the romance with girlfriend is boring and dull but other than that the show is phenomenal.

John Campea : I like that you brought up character progression ....it is something I picked up on as well with watching Holden in each episode ....his down fall was coming in slow motion as BTK was progressing and Ed Kemper was left sitting on the end of his bed . This series MINDHUNTER is Masterful and they have left me wanting many more seasons to come !

Can’t wait for season 2!!

I might be jumping to conclusions here but the topic of Debbie and Holden shopping together and going into the shoe store together helps bring to light Brunos high heels shoe fetish ....but I find that Debbie's size is notably brought into question. It is a known fact that a woman's shoe size increasing is one of many signs of pregnancy and her behavior changing noticeably as well gave me the impression that she did not want to break up as Holden concluded but she was looking to him for answers ....they had not been dating each other a long time and she was likely scared of a negative reaction from him . In not being upfront with Holden about her situation (if my conclusion is precise) she still encountered a negative response . In looking in Google for next seasons MINDHUNTER I find it more than odd that nothing is mentioned about Debbie at all. They supposedly broke up .... he left her because Holden assumed the worst about her behavior and figured that she wanted to end things with him. In looking at their relationship Debbie and Holden ....she made the first move , she mentioned marriage to him twice, and she told Holden she wanted him to meet her mom .....a woman wanting to break up or play games does not behave that way. There was just a lot of miscommunication and distractions between them for Holden to see her actions any other way. I hope Debbie is in this falls season .....they as a couple have great chemistry on screen ; )

@John Campea I'll have to check it out. I believe this show is based more closely on the book Mindhunters which was the inspiration for the TV show criminal minds.

The dialogue is excellent and the character development of agent ford not only makes sense with his personal life dwelling with his career but is also very relatable not in a FBI agent way but also in a way where a not so experienced person has to live up to his morals , I can relate to that , oh and john you really should of told them about the music because it is BEAUTIFUL , really paints the picture to some themes ! 8.9 outta 10

I just fell into this show last week, and watched it all in 3 days! LOVED IT!

This was a great series to binge watch (although I did have to take a mental health break now and then). I hope that season 2 is in production to be released soon. This is a smart well-written series making even the known, exciting and involving.

Loved this show! As someone who lived in Wichita Kansas seeing BTK was very chilling.

SPOILER ALERT I just finished the series today and honestly, I'm most concerned with two things: 1. the Debbie/Holden storyline and if they get back together; or better yet, how Holden's romantic life will pan out now that he is such a different person from episode one 2. who the f**k the Park City Kansas random dude is. Is he a killer? Is he future Holden? Is he just some weirdo who's obsessed with drawing pictures of naked women being tortured? @The Writers I GOTS TO KNOW

I read the original book Mindhunter years ago. It’s still a favourite. This show extends on the experience in an atmospheric and entertaining way. Simply brilliant!

I watched this show in like a day & a half. I'm actually thinking about rewatching the whole season, loved it so much!

Loved the show! Really like how they make you think without explaining anything. Great acting, great story! Great contrast of character! Great review!

I finished the second episode last night and i am slowly hooked on the show. Your review came at the right moment :)

When John says "this team isn't out fighting crime on the rooftops of Gotham or anything like that" and then you realize holt mccallany was the random thug that batman interacts with in the beginning of Justice League on a Gotham rooftop 😂

I just binge watched this over the weekend. This seemed to have a bit of a Silence of the Lambs vibe to me, but with a TV show pace. It starts to make you think, and the thoughts that it gives you are scarier than any horror movie.

Awesome series, had no idea.. but then again, no one had any idea Breaking Bad was as good as it was going to be from day one.. i suggest this series to everyone, check it out!

Watched it just before your review...4/5 rating. It's right up my alley as I have a thing for true crime and psychological conundrums. Looking forward to season 2

Jonathan Groff just took this role by storm!!! I loved every bit of it, and his last scene was just beautiful, even though you expect it, but when it happened it was AMAZING+

Just caught up with the series now and completely agree with you John. I just couldn't look away. Just starting to look at season 2 now. I think this may be the first streaming series of any kind that I have ever watched all the way through season 1. Rob, 58, NZ

I'm not much of a TV watcher, nor am I a big fan of cop drama-type shows other than Criminal Minds, and I have to say I LOVE it! Now I know how people feel when they have to wait for the next season. It reminds me of a more "adult" CM. I'm going through withdrawals! have read somewhere that the next season likely won't begin until about Oct 2018? True?

Incredible show one of the best on Netflix atm I highly recommend it.

This series MindHunters had already been in Netflix for a few weeks before I decided to give it a watch . I like the channel provider here had not a clue of what this was about but out of sheer boredom I took a chance . I have to admit out of all the Netflix series I have seen in the past year or so this is my FAVORITE ! OK....If you read past here "POSSIBLE Spoiler Alert " : This had me hooked from the get go ; as a criminology buff of course I had heard all of these murders but never got the insight to the story line on such a personal level before now . I do not watch just any shows on crime I like Criminal Minds , Law and Order SVU , Law and Order Criminal Intent , Scorpio and NCIS mostly.... now I am adding MindHunters to that . I have seen some of the topics for the second season and am very upset that in the beginning of season 2 the series has entirely skipped over Holden's breakdown / recovery from and is already into 1976 at the start . The spoiler also mentions It is not until season 3 that we learn about the mysterious cat in the laundry room of the female in the behavioral science unit of the FBI "Wendy" it goes into some details about that situation but I will not mention it as I have probably spoiled enough as it is ....but to get the know how I know now I just Googled "MindHunters" next season .

When they first showed the serial killer, at work, I didn't get it, as the scenes increased, by the third scene I think, I guessed it could be BTK, by the final episode I knew it was him! How? I finally watched the credits, why didn't I just do that earlier?

I binge watched this show in two days. The last scene of Mindhunter with Zeppelin soundtrack and Kemper were mind blowing. Awesome show. Cameron Britton is gently menacing.

I was one of the few people who was super excited for this show all year and boy it delivered. Maybe the best I've seen on Netflix all year. Awards material

BTK SERIAL KILLER FLASHES.... DAT LIKE ME A LOT.... I HOPE THE SEASON 2.... SEE MORE ABOUT BTK KILLER....

First review im seeing of yours and I really enjoyed it. Although FYI the expression you are giving in the thumbnail gave me the impression that you were not amused by this show

And a beautiful review like a signature, Mr. Campea !

I want Holden to profile Dexter. That would be badass

Come on John! How can you review this show, talk about the show runners, and not mention David Fincher? He produced the series and directed four episodes.

I agree with the review great show. The only problem I had was how quickly and easily they solved some of the crimes (most within the episode) but realize this wasn't the primary focus of the show.

The acting in this show is top notch and has great cinematography. So glad my mom recommended this show to me.

When I was seeing the last scene with kemper I accidentally jumped to the end , where Ford was lying down the floor and I thought he was spitting something (maybe poisoned) I was so afraid I thought dang he is a dead man.

Man I wish John would review The Babysitter on Netflix.

It happened to me just like you. I went in not knowing what to expected, and Hoo boy, love it 😍. I was searching for something new and interesting on Netflix and it sod past my expectations.

Its very interesting show just the way they present ideas and theories and engage you to determine the conclusions just amazing !

Watching mindhunter during 2021 quarantine... glad to find some conversation on it.

I really enjoyed this series. Fantastic cast, original storyline, and great acting, 👍👍. Looking forward to season two.

Good review, appreciate the energy!

The final scene, The Hospital hug scene made me pee myself. .... chilling+relive+fear

Wow john, surprised you didnt even mention that fincher directed this masterpiece! The guy earned some credit dont you think?

I feel like the characters developed their learnings too fast. First few episodes were great, but considering this show appeals to those interested in the developments of criminology and abnormal psych, it really should have explored the struggles of understanding a bit deeper. Perhaps this should have happened through utilizing and critiquing the DSM. Edmond was introduced far too soon in my opinion. I still love the show and can't wait for the 2nd season

I believe they called those murderers sequence killer initially, not serial killer.

Great review thanks! Subcribed

I just like to watch the beginning to see what Dennis hader is up to. That is supposed to be btk right?

What Hulk is that in the background?

I am very interested to see what that guy in Kansas is doing.

I agree, what a great way to binge watch during lockdown. I loved the portrayal of Ed kemper, just those scenes alone were worth diving into this. I watched season 1 back to back, season 2 I staggered my view time. I would recommend this highly if you like the daekside of life9/10

How is it possible that these serial killers like don't get the chair? Like I see people that has "only" killed 1 person get the chair. I'm kinda confused as here in Norway the most strict sentence we have is 21 years in prison and that is REALLY rare. Usually like 7 years-ish for a killer over here, and our prisons are more like hotels (not even kidding) you guys should read a article about our prisons, it's truly weird.

You used the words "Slowburn", "Slow", and "Slowly" Does that mean what i think it means?

I really liked this show, I hope they're building up to a final confrontation with someone like Manson.

This show was amazing but why did their logo have to rip off true detectives opening sequence??? So many shows are doing that artsy silhouette thing!

I miss and love Fringe. One of the best.

I was the same. I didn't know anything about it at all. I thought it was a series about the movie I saw when I was a teen. It was sooo f'n dope.

solid review sir. well done.

I think i found my new favorite show. Like i like it so much. This show is amazing.

Cool. I was thinking about checking this out.

If holden becomes a serial killer it would be the best crime show ever. I think he understands serial killers too much and maybe when he flip the switch and interrogates the criminals , those disturbing questions and sick chit chat comes from a real place.

Awesome am going to start watching it right away, thanks

glad you liked it....ive had a few people try to sell it to me to watch....ill have to give it a shot now

One of the greatest Man!

Well finished first episode.. hope it gets better

Amazing review. There is depth.

Just watched this show...fucking amazing. Can't wait for Season 2!