Exploring Humanity's Depths with the Devilish Charm of 'Lucifer'
Introducing the narrative of Lucifer, the Devil himself in the form of Lucifer Morningstar, who voluntarily renounces his duties in Hell to indulge in the allure of modern day LA or Lapis Lazuli. Fancying himself the owner of a great nightclub, he gets wrongly involved with the LAPD with a job of helping in murders. What ensues is what looks like detective dramas intertwined with philosophy as Lucifer struggles with his newly-awakened humanity. ‘Lucifer’ also allows for serious drama, but is fundamentally funny, even as it raises existential queries pertinent to viewers. It has fantasy, but also takes its cues from crime procedural dramas; It can go from wisecracks one moment to existential crisis the next. Lauren German gives a realistic portrayal of Detective Chloe Decker, therefore making the character an adequate companion to Lucifer’s flamboyant character. The other crew members such as D.B Woodside, Kevin Alejandro, and Lesley-Ann Brandt add humor and depth to the story.
Nathan Hope, Eagle Egilsson, Louis Shaw Milito, the directors of the show did bring life to the series by ensuring it has a very active pace. Their direction retains this Parallel World’s ability to switch between human and supernatural seamlessly and also to paint the right atmospheric Los Angeles setting for a twisted story of Lucifer.
The music of ‘Lucifer’ compliments its daredevil narrative with eerie scores and foot-tapping beats both perfectly in sync with the series. The role of the music is closely intertwined into the show’s plot, making Lucifer even more charming, and setting the mood of ‘LA properly. Intriguing use of stylish lightning and the complication of definite colors are going alongside of the supernatural feel that is besides underlining the glitz and glamor of La nightlife and the dark side of the crime at the same time.
‘Lucifer’ is a rather visually-driven show, and the production design is especially intricate in the Lux nightclub setting. It also serves to get the designed aesthetic of the procedural blend with this supernatural bent, adding real heft to the backdrop and benefit of the show.
Masking: in using moderate special effects, ‘Lucifer’ strengthens the play without overwhelming it. ‘Lucifer’ is free from haphazard supernatural elements so as not to disrupt character progression and plot complication.
The pacing of ‘Lucifer’ is fast with occasional introspection which gives it a nice flow that is active yet reflective. Transitioning from one crime solving episode to another, or from one episode’s focus on character development to another’s continuity is well achieved through editing.
The pacing of ‘Lucifer’ is harmonized in such a way that it employs both tension and calmness in equal measure. Packed with equal measures of crime-solving mysteries and personal arcs, the episodic format ensures perpetual momentum and engages the viewers.
Clever and well-written, the dialogue in ‘Lucifer’ is a real treat here, sarcastic, witty, and often with a touch of irony to match its titular protagonist. Thus, the primary interaction between characters is the primary focus of the show as these scenes provide the audience with an understanding of their multifaceted personalities and relationships.
However, in some episodes of ‘Lucifer,’ a viewer may notice certain returning tropes related to the crime procedural genre as an important part of the show, but they can also sometimes feel somewhat unoriginal. But the characters of the show are fun and provocative, the existential philosophies lurking in its subtextus are worth the watch. A series like the devil dealing with the LAPD is an interesting take an already well-developed crime drama genre that checks its viewers even after they switch off the television. It is a devilishly good time and something I would recommend anyone to go through.
