TV Thread

[Topweasel]

Just finished "Stranger Things" too.
It was good. I don't think it's as great as some people think... I had HUGE expectations for this Series because of the reviews and what some people were saying.
While the 80s nostalgia, style, and SyFy/ horror theme was fun... it was too "by the book" IMO.
Winona Ryder's character and acting was questionable... very one dimensional character and her voice was too annoying.

7/10 - ish.

She went over the top. I liked it and I thought her performance was great because I think that's closer to what a mother would be like in the scenario where a child just disappears like that.

[WingsFan]

Watched half of season one and lost some interest, probably get back to finish it. Others shows of note, Sneaky Pete is good, BrIan Cranston is playing the bad guy and is actually the weakest character - still worthy checking out. And for Billy Bob Thornton fans I recomend Goliath.

[LionsFanInJapan]

Just finished episode 2. I don't want to go into the other thread until I get further along.

[jaadam4]

Nice! You have a few more episodes before it starts getting into the thick of it.

[LionsFanInJapan]

Should I wait until the fifth episode before I head over to the other thread?

[Tom]

My friend loved Making a Murderer and begged me to watch it. I just never found the time. I like Dateline and 48 Hours but I like them because they're an hour and then they're done. Not sure if I want to watch more than ten hours about one story.

Colony looked interesting.

[jaadam4]

Should I wait until the fifth episode before I head over to the other thread?

Mmmm. I might have a few spoilers but just post but don't go back and read my comments. We can pick up where you're at

[Cody_Russell]

Finished "The Crown" and seasons 1-6 of "Shameless."

"The Crown", I don't recommend it. It's cinematography and acting is the best of 2016. But it's kind of boring. Without Hanz Zimmer's composing, I couldn't make it through. John Lithgow was AMAZING as Winston Churchill though and whoever played Queen Elizabeth II. Jared Harris as King George was a great performance too. You just have to really pay attention to get into this series IMO... unless you are an old British guy (like the voters for the Golden Globes).

"Shameless" ... seasons 3-5 are great... then I felt like season 6 was a step back. Still can't ask for more with a TV series like that.

[WingsFan]

Cody what is so good about Shameless? I watched the first 4 episodes last year and wasn't impressed and I really like William H. Macy. Maybe its me - im not amused by watching drunken bad parent behavior?

[Cody_Russell]

Cody what is so good about Shameless? I watched the first 4 episodes last year and wasn't impressed and I really like William H. Macy. Maybe its me - im not amused by watching drunken bad parent behavior?

It's very different... I'll say that.
It's not exactly a true comedy or drama TV series, though funny stuff happens a lot and the entire series is about crazy (drama) stuff happening.
If you get invested in the characters, watching seasons 3-5 is a fun joy-ride. However, the unfortunate thing is how the first two seasons are the worst.
My entertainment in "Shameless" is how they can take any of the several main characters and have some ridiculous plot for them in a given season. Dialogue/ writing, characters, competent cinematography and substance is what I ask for... and "Shameless" has enough of that IMO.

IDK if "Shameless" is a must see TV Series like "Game of Thrones" and "Breaking Bad", but I like it
One thing I'm certain about: I think the main title intro to "Shameless" is brilliant. SO MUCH implicit meaning in how the characters develop over 6 seasons.

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTkpyn6M8uw"]Shameless Main Title Sequence - Subtitled - YouTube[/ame]

[LionsFanInJapan]

Has anyone watched the Netflix show "The Frontier"?

I only checked it out because Khal Drogo, but the first episode was intriguing.

[edindetroit]

Has anyone watched the Netflix show "The Frontier"?

I only checked it out because Khal Drogo, but the first episode was intriguing.

Thinking about it.

[Cody_Russell]

Has anyone watched the Netflix show "The Frontier"?
I only checked it out because Khal Drogo, but the first episode was intriguing.

Just watched the first episode and found it entertaining.
The complaints I've read relate to the acting, accents, historical accuracy, and possible simplicity of the plot. Doesn't bother me.

[Mainevent]

Will someone please start watching Making a Murderer!! It's fucking good

I watched it last year at this time, even then I had sort of missed the pop culture moment on that one. It was definitely interesting. I felt bad for that kid who was clearly not mentally capable of dealing with any of that stuff.

[WingsFan]

Started binge watching 'The Americans' this week. I knew I would really like it, but didn't want to start watching in the middle of season 2 or 3. And yes its really what I like, half way through season 2 right now.