Andrew and Lana Wachowski, directors credited for “Cloud Atlas,” “V for Vendetta” and “The Matrix” Trilogy, released a new captivating series through Netflix Originals using fictional concepts from previous work.

Known for their work in science fiction,  the Wachowskis wanted to produce a series that could relate to issues concerning today’s society using the science fiction spin they’re known for including.

“I’ve only seen three episodes,” Olivia Swofford, junior, said. “It was definitely more difficult to keep up with becuase they like to jump point of views from one character to the next with little room to follow the plot.”            

Co-created and co-written with J. Michael Straczynski, “Sense8” follows eight disparate individuals around the globe struggling for their own desires. The series’ eight main characters, all of whom are complete strangers to one another, begin to experience sensations as they start to hallucinate and gain unexplainable abilities. Ranging from Nairobi, Kenya, and Seoul, South Korea these characters become telepathically connected as they are able to access each other’s memories, thoughts and skills.       

“Sense8,” despite its reputation as an action packed thriller, is the Wachowskis’ most intimate, autobiographical work, particularly for Lana, who came out to the public as a transexual woman shortly before the release of “Cloud Atlas.” In addition, the Wachowskis tend to focus their themes, like sexuality and other topics like race and class represented as false identity in current society.  

“I thought it was interesting how they created a sense of teamwork between the characters even though they were only able to connect by means of telepathy,” Swofford said.  

The Wachowskis have paired up with Netflix Originals as their prime platform in order to access the consumers more efficiently through the popular streaming service. Recently the show has made number eight in the top most popular shows on Netflix following “Archer.”  

“They probably could have spent more time on each character per episode rather than jumping around as much as they do,” Swofford said. “It helps that they are all linked to the same plot.”    

In kin to the Wachowski’s more previous films, the directors stay to topic with the idea of connection, interaction and the relation between lives much bigger than than physical means. In addition, the Wachowskis intended to explore the genuine value of unique relationships between people both more emotional and physical.

What makes the series more captivating than the rest is its accomplishments as one of the first series to be shot in eight different regions of the globe continuously throughout the series. In addition, the series’ ability to film a single episode with eight different film crews around the world impresses viewers.

The increasingly popular series has, since its release become one of the most viewed series on modern media platforms, being associated with the leading series “Breaking Bad” and “Game of Thrones.”  After an overwhelming amount of hits on the first season, the Wachowskis have recently announced that they will return for a second season and look forward to making what could be their best work yet.       

“Overall it’s a good series,” Swofford said. “They did good with illustrating a series so complicated in the making.”