RKOwnage Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 <p>I blew through all of Breaking Bad recently. Possibly the best show I've ever watched.</p><p> </p><p> On Dexter's final season, I'm a bit underwhelmed. I'm just waiting for some big stuff to happen and all of these side plots are a bit...I don't know, they're just a bit boring for me. </p><p> </p><p> Jennifer Carpenter is great though.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtplaystew Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 The last great dexter season for me was season 4. After that, it got progressively more stupid and unreasonable. To the point where Dexter now openly discusses his kills on his Police-issued cell phone.... ugh... Like if the writers aren't gonna take this crap seriously, sorry, I'm not either. And Jennifer Carpenter is good. Not great. As long as Game of thrones and Homeland are on the air (and they will be long after Dexter ends this season), she's going no where near an emmy. Lena Heady and Clair Daines are doing stuff levels beyond anything the character of Deborah Morgan requires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtplaystew Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 <p>OK so Luther Series 3 finally aired here in the states and I finally got the chance to sit down and watch it (I need four whole hours because I can't possibly turn Luther off).</p><p> </p><p> AWESOME! Anyone else watching this brilliantly acted masterpiece? I loved the ending and the duality of Luther this season and the internal things he struggled with. </p><p> </p><p> The thing I love about british TV especially is that the actors seem to be more finely trained in doing the small things right. This isn't a knock on American acting as we simply do things differently. </p><p> </p><p> These cops look like cops. Not fitness models. They are a little disheveled, they LOOK STRESSED OUT when you see their faces. They aren't cracking corny one liners at murder scenes and showing up in the hair and makeup of a supermodel. The show feels so real and tense due to the brilliant acting, even by tiny little players.</p><p> </p><p> The star is brilliant. Idris Elba's performance as John Luther is something no human being should ever miss. As good as he was as Stringer Bell on The Wire, he's just more alive as Luther. Luther feels like a more real character to me. The way he wordlessly conveys thoughts and feeligns to the audience as plain as day is so underrated. Anyone can <em>tell</em> you they are mad because they were wrong. It's something else entirely to make me <em>feel</em> it.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtplaystew Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 I'll keep it spoiler free but almost in stark contrast to Luther, Dexter's season finale was a complete mess. Very little of it made sense. It addressed almost none of the long term themes the show presented. And basically it took a hot steamy dump all over 8 years of it's own lore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHK1978 Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 Oh I love the crazy chick on Luther. There is just something I find so hot about her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvdWarrior Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 I liked that new show Sleepy Hollow a lot. All dark and mysterious, I like that sort of thing. Plus, it had a connection to the Revolutionary War era. That was pretty interesting. Also watching the new season of Sons Of Anarchy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHK1978 Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 I liked that new show Sleepy Hollow a lot. All dark and mysterious, I like that sort of thing. Plus, it had a connection to the Revolutionary War era. That was pretty interesting. Also watching the new season of Sons Of Anarchy. Yeah I like Sleepy Hollow as well. SOA is getting very good, it seems that something shocking happens almost every week. I will say that I was really shocked when Otto killed Donal Louge's character off. That was something that could easily been put in a season finale episode and yet they stuck it right at the start of the season. Poor Donal Louge has had a tough month. First his character gets offed on Copper and then on SOA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtplaystew Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 BTW, when did Donal Logue become awesome? Those shows you mentioned... he was fantastic in them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaysin Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 Donal Logue has always been awesome. What are you talking about? Seriously, I'm still ticked Terriers got cancelled. SO GOOD! Anyway, anyone watching Agents of SHIELD? I love it. Incredibly fun, good cast, and AGENT COULSON! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Lyrium Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 I loved the first episode. Haven't seen any more yet (I watch it online). It was a great mix of in-jokes/references and a fun story. I was a bit worried beforehand that it'd be a bit hard to get into if you weren't a big Marvel fan, but it's not at all. Although I do find that I get a bit confused between two of the women, who look pretty similar to me. I guess that'll sort itself out when I learn more about who they actually are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaysin Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 Which two women? There's a middle aged Asian woman, a tiny pale nerdy girl, and a half Asian really young girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Lyrium Posted October 9, 2013 Share Posted October 9, 2013 I was trying not to say "the two Asians" because that would seem racist. But yeah, that. ¬_¬ The reporter chick and the agent, Melinda. There were several scenes where I wasn't quite sure which was which. Especially when Skye starts working with them. I'm... familiar... with Elizabeth Henstridge. Wouldn't mistake her for anyone. ¬_¬ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHK1978 Posted October 16, 2013 Share Posted October 16, 2013 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="dvdWarrior" data-cite="dvdWarrior" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="27929" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I liked that new show Sleepy Hollow a lot. All dark and mysterious, I like that sort of thing. Plus, it had a connection to the Revolutionary War era. That was pretty interesting. Also watching the new season of Sons Of Anarchy.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> It is about to get better now that they have added the awesome John Nobel to the cast. To bad he is not playing Walter on Sleepy Hollow because then the show would be beyond awesome.</p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Jaysin" data-cite="Jaysin" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="27929" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Donal Logue has always been awesome. What are you talking about? <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> </p><p> Seriously, I'm still ticked Terriers got cancelled. SO GOOD!</p><p> </p><p> Anyway, anyone watching Agents of SHIELD? I love it. Incredibly fun, good cast, and AGENT COULSON! <3</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Yeah I really liked Terriers as well, I felt short changed by it only lasting one season.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> I was a little shocked (shocked might not be the right word, feeling old would be better) when I read that the X Files started airing twenty years ago. I still remember my father telling me out the concept and asking me if it was something I was interested in. Man has those twenty years gone by fast.</p><p> </p><p> I forgot to add that I am really enjoying Hello Ladies on HBO. Such a great comedy. </p><p> </p><p> I also wouldn't mind someone explaining the appeal of the HBO show Girls. I have watched it a couple of times and I fail to see how it is groundbreaking humor like all the critics seem to think it is.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaysin Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Anyone watching Brooklyn Nine Nine? It's far funnier than I expected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imarevenant Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Jaysin" data-cite="Jaysin" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="27929" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Anyone watching Brooklyn Nine Nine?<p> </p><p> It's far funnier than I expected.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> I'm a huge Samberg fan, so I'm watching. I think it has a ton of potential. Definitely like Andre Braugher and Samberg together. And the rest of the cast is pretty good, Terry Crewes is always solid.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaysin Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Imarevenant" data-cite="Imarevenant" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="27929" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I'm a huge Samberg fan, so I'm watching. I think it has a ton of potential. Definitely like Andre Braugher and Samberg together. And the rest of the cast is pretty good, Terry Crewes is always solid.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Terry is actually why I decided to give it a shot. I was pleasantly surprised and have been watching every week now.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlameSnoopy Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Has anybody here watched The Blacklist? I decided to give a shot to a new fall series and I have watched the first five episodes now, mostly due to the series starring James Spader. I usually prefer to watch sit coms for the most part, but I've really liked Blacklist so far. There seem to be a few longer story arcs and I can't wait to see the conclusion's of those. They seem to have made Spader a godlike criminal, which is a bit funny, but shows his range as an actor. He's only showing a couple of those Alan Shore mannerisms <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddieFnG Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="FlameSnoopy" data-cite="FlameSnoopy" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="27929" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Has anybody here watched The Blacklist? I decided to give a shot to a new fall series and I have watched the first five episodes now, mostly due to the series starring James Spader. I usually prefer to watch sit coms for the most part, but I've really liked Blacklist so far. There seem to be a few longer story arcs and I can't wait to see the conclusion's of those. They seem to have made Spader a godlike criminal, which is a bit funny, but shows his range as an actor. He's only showing a couple of those Alan Shore mannerisms <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Agreed 100%</p><p> </p><p> Although I have episode 4 and 5 yet to watch, but I'm eagerly waiting to see what they do with Keen's husband.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaysin Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Another show I've been watching is Dads. It's horrible, but I keep watching anyway and I don't know why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHK1978 Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 <p>In regards to Blacklist it is a decent show, not all that great but not bad either. James Spader is great in it but the rest of the cast is just...there for lack of a better term.</p><p> </p><p> I really like The Goldbergs. I am not sure if it is because it is based on the time period that I grew up in and so there is a nostalgic feel to it for me. But I do have a fondness for the show.</p><p> </p><p> I also really like Hello Ladies over on HBO. </p><p> </p><p> Both are a rear thing for me because I tend not to get into sitcoms, well I am not sure that Hello Ladies would be classified as that but The Goldbergs is.</p><p> </p><p> To me the really good sitcoms died out in the late 90's. Sure every once in a while an Arrested Development will pop up. However, for every Arrested Development you get a show like 2 and 1/2 Men or Moms or Two Broke Girls. Or any other lame ass comedy that CBS tries to shove down our throats.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvdWarrior Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="BHK1978" data-cite="BHK1978" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="27929" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>It is about to get better now that they have added the awesome John Nobel to the cast. To bad he is not playing Walter on Sleepy Hollow because then the show would be beyond awesome.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> I need to get caught up on it. Sadly, I've missed the last couple of episodes... I'm using watching... something else... on monday nights, and have to keep up with my other shows via the magic of DVR. I've let myself get a little behind on Sleepy Hollow for some reason.</p><p> </p><p> In other news, I'm glad to finally have The Walking Dead back, and I'm gladd that another season of Psych is finally on the horizon.. when that show goes away, it seems like it's gone FOREVER. And while it usually takes a lot for new sitcoms to get my interest, for some reason, I've liked the new show Back In The Game quite a bit. It's fun.</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtplaystew Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 <p>Hey is te narrator in the Call ofDuty: Ghosts traier the dude who plays the voice of John Teller on sons of anarchy?</p><p> </p><p> That show rules</p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullMETAL Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 In terms of the new shows: I'm a big fan of The Blacklist, mostly cuz James Spader seems like the only guy on the cast who actually GETS what's supposed to be going on there, and he brings a Raul Julia-as-Bison level of ham (albeit dry) and cheese (albeit flat, like Swiss or Provolone) to the role of Raymond "Redd" Reddington. And I love Agents of SHIELD, and will be posting on that thread. I'll be giving Almost Human a shot. I LOVE 2 Broke Girls, but got annoyed that CBS shoved it to 8:30 to try and compete with the 8pm Fox shows (Bones, or the upcoming Almost Human) that I actually watch (no, I don't watch Sleepy Hollow because I just can't get behind the core concept of it, plus Fox has burned us before on shows like that--though if Nikolaj Coster-Waldau were Crane I would've tuned in in a heartbeat). More people should watch Parenthood, it's a great study in the evolution of what happens when the Braverman Family (the actual Bravermans, not their spouses/significant others) doesn't get their way, and how they evolve as people as a result. Amber (Mae Whitman, yo!) and her evolution is my favorite part of the show, and I think every time she winds up crying she should be nominated for an Emmy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackman Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 So, I've seen a snippet of a talk show featuring some guy named "Craig Cobb". It was the trailer, and a very entertaining trailer at that. But is it just a joke for entertainment's sake, or it is actually real? The bring a bunch of weird people to the fray, parading them around like a freakshow. We have a laugh, and I suppose it's all made up, but they do make it seem real. They're even announcing his DNA, which is supposedly 14% black. I don't know, google it or something.<img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> It's funny stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaysin Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 So I just finished the last episode of Series 2 of Sherlock... WOW. Great show, I can't wait for series 3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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