I know a bunch of us here use netflix for instant streaming. I thought it might be nice to have a thread dedicated to giving recommendations for things to watch that are available to stream instantly online. TV shows, documentaries, movies, etc...
I watched "Revolution" last night... it was ok. Pretty cool documentary with first-hand footage of hippies. Not super well done or anything, but def entertaining.
http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/Revolution/70147130?trkid=2431209
Got nothing to do tonight, and looking for another recommendation. Hit me!
The Thing.
Rubber
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The Union: The Business Behind Getting High (2007)
Filmmaker Adam Scorgie explores the illegal marijuana industry in British Columbia, revealing how the international business is most likely more profitable than it would be if it was lawful in this enlightening documentary. Marijuana growers, law enforcement officials, physicians, politicians, criminologists, economists and celebrities -- including comedian Tommy Chong -- shed light on this topical subject in a series of compelling interviews.
A little
long thorough, but very informative
If anyone is looking for a new show to follow (comedy, think: The Office, but with struggling actors in LA working the catering business), watch "Party Down". First two seasons available for streaming. I watched the first season in almost one sitting. Nothing super brilliant or new, but definitely entertaining.
Awesome idea for a thread, George! :clap:
I can't speak for it's quality yet, but I've got Howl queued up to watch tonight. It stars James Franco as Allen Ginsberg. Looks like it could be pretty good.
there's a great british comedy series called That Mitchell & Webb Look that's hilarious. check it out.
ok here goes.
helvetica - awesome documentary about the typeface and why its so fucking awesome.
exit through the gift shop - banksy documentary about him and mr brainwash. great street art doc.
objectified - documentary about industrial design and how the little things matter
those are off the top of my head. i'll have to look back at my recent watched and get some more
I started the BBC series "Sherlock" last night, only 3 episodes but they are each around 1.5hrs.
I only saw the first episode but it's pretty damn good - hopefully I'll get around to the other 2 this weekend.
good thread idea btw!
Oh and Party Down is indeed hilarious, I thought the 2nd season was wayyyy better than the 1st (which I liked)
Quote from: danje on June 22, 2011, 08:55:47 PM
The Thing.
YES!!! Any early John Carpentener film thats instantly. Also, Scanners.
Also the IT Crowd is a hilarious brit comedy
Quote from: Multibeast12 on June 23, 2011, 01:19:32 PM
Quote from: danje on June 22, 2011, 08:55:47 PM
The Thing.
YES!!! Any early John Carpentener film thats instantly. Also, Scanners.
some of those streaming movies are in shit quality, though. if the Thing isn't widescreen, there's no point watching it.
Most of the stuff available streaming that I gave 4 or more stars to were either classics (Clockwork Orange, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Johnny Dangerously, etc), TV shows (Lost, Family Guy, News Radio, Battlestar Galactica), or a documentary (Food Inc, Exit Through the Gift Shop), but there were a couple regular movies, too:
World's Greatest Dad - Robin Williams makes his son's accidental death look like a suicide
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and the 2 sequels (Subtitled movies of the worldwide bestsellers)
The Lost - Jack Ketchum book, always a bit skewed
Cashback - strange and unique about someone who can stop time
Quote from: McGrupp on June 22, 2011, 10:42:16 PM
If anyone is looking for a new show to follow (comedy, think: The Office, but with struggling actors in LA working the catering business), watch "Party Down". First two seasons available for streaming. I watched the first season in almost one sitting. Nothing super brilliant or new, but definitely entertaining.
I second the recommendation for Party Down. Extremely underrated show that would have been a huge hit in any sane world.
Quote from: spaced on June 23, 2011, 04:10:31 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on June 22, 2011, 10:42:16 PM
If anyone is looking for a new show to follow (comedy, think: The Office, but with struggling actors in LA working the catering business), watch "Party Down". First two seasons available for streaming. I watched the first season in almost one sitting. Nothing super brilliant or new, but definitely entertaining.
I second the recommendation for Party Down. Extremely underrated show that would have been a huge hit in any sane world.
Prob too many drug references.
Paul Rudd'd
Quote from: khalpin on June 23, 2011, 03:46:12 PM
World's Greatest Dad - Robin Williams makes his son's accidental death look like a suicide
This is a great movie, it was written and directed by Bob Golthwaite.
great thread idea, will report back!
I just realized the other day that they have Cheers available streaming. I'm sure I've seen every episode and it's probably on 10 different TV channels everyday, but I haven't watched it in forever and am loving re-watching them sequentially.
Real nice to do while telecommuting, too!
On my xbox360 there is a 'Party' option. You can watch a movie with other people and talk to each other using the xbox headset. I think this would be cool, kinda like those LSTs where we watched old movies on AMC together.
Man on the wire.
QuoteMan on Wire is a 2008 British documentary film directed by James Marsh. The film chronicles Philippe Petit's 1974 high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of New York's World Trade Center. It is based on Philippe Petit's book, To Reach the Clouds, recently released in paperback with the new title Man on Wire. The title of the movie is taken from the police report that led to the arrest (and later release) of Petit, whose performance had lasted for almost one hour. The film is crafted like a heist film, presenting rare footage of the preparations for the event and still photographs of the walk, alongside reenactments (with Paul McGill as the young Petit) and present-day interviews with the participants.
Quote from: McGrupp on June 23, 2011, 05:52:01 PM
Quote from: spaced on June 23, 2011, 04:10:31 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on June 22, 2011, 10:42:16 PM
If anyone is looking for a new show to follow (comedy, think: The Office, but with struggling actors in LA working the catering business), watch "Party Down". First two seasons available for streaming. I watched the first season in almost one sitting. Nothing super brilliant or new, but definitely entertaining.
I second the recommendation for Party Down. Extremely underrated show that would have been a huge hit in any sane world.
Prob too many drug references.
Paul Rudd'd
Fuckin' Steve Gutenberg.
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 07, 2011, 01:16:14 PM
Man on the wire.
QuoteMan on Wire is a 2008 British documentary film directed by James Marsh. The film chronicles Philippe Petit's 1974 high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of New York's World Trade Center. It is based on Philippe Petit's book, To Reach the Clouds, recently released in paperback with the new title Man on Wire. The title of the movie is taken from the police report that led to the arrest (and later release) of Petit, whose performance had lasted for almost one hour. The film is crafted like a heist film, presenting rare footage of the preparations for the event and still photographs of the walk, alongside reenactments (with Paul McGill as the young Petit) and present-day interviews with the participants.
That was a good one!
I'm not sure if this one is an instant watch or if you need it mailed to you. But if you haven't watched "Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" You should get on that train...it does a pretty good job of laying out the corruption, although the movie was made in 2005 so it doesn't have information on the governments case against them. Regardless, check it out and learn something.
Quote from: mistercharlie on July 07, 2011, 01:13:21 PM
On my xbox360 there is a 'Party' option. You can watch a movie with other people and talk to each other using the xbox headset. I think this would be cool, kinda like those LSTs where we watched old movies on AMC together.
this almost sounds creepy to me... slightly.
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on July 07, 2011, 05:58:45 PM
I'm not sure if this one is an instant watch or if you need it mailed to you. But if you haven't watched "Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" You should get on that train...it does a pretty good job of laying out the corruption, although the movie was made in 2005 so it doesn't have information on the governments case against them. Regardless, check it out and learn something.
Almost as good as "Pizza" !
Watched this one last night...
(http://moviegrrlreviews.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/billnew.jpg)
Some of the production was a little weird, but the show footage and interviews with friends and family are fantastic.
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on July 07, 2011, 06:30:08 PM
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on July 07, 2011, 05:58:45 PM
I'm not sure if this one is an instant watch or if you need it mailed to you. But if you haven't watched "Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" You should get on that train...it does a pretty good job of laying out the corruption, although the movie was made in 2005 so it doesn't have information on the governments case against them. Regardless, check it out and learn something.
Almost as good as "Pizza" !
these people don't even know about "Pizza" oh boy, everyone....i highly recommend you watch this, and expect nothing out of it.
Wow thats a bad movie
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on July 07, 2011, 05:58:45 PM
I'm not sure if this one is an instant watch or if you need it mailed to you. But if you haven't watched "Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" You should get on that train...it does a pretty good job of laying out the corruption, although the movie was made in 2005 so it doesn't have information on the governments case against them. Regardless, check it out and learn something.
Plus, there's something about Bethany McClean that's just so damn sexy. She's the hottest smart chick I know.
The Parking Lot Movie.
The story of a parking lot near the university of virginia, and the overeducated hipsters who work there. A fucking beautiful movie, especially if you have ever worked in customer service.
Quote from: alcoholandcoffeebeans on July 07, 2011, 06:01:31 PM
Quote from: mistercharlie on July 07, 2011, 01:13:21 PM
On my xbox360 there is a 'Party' option. You can watch a movie with other people and talk to each other using the xbox headset. I think this would be cool, kinda like those LSTs where we watched old movies on AMC together.
this almost sounds creepy to me... slightly.
But also a little like Mystery Science Theater-ish, too.
Quote from: Mr Minor on July 07, 2011, 09:12:46 PM
Quote from: alcoholandcoffeebeans on July 07, 2011, 06:01:31 PM
Quote from: mistercharlie on July 07, 2011, 01:13:21 PM
On my xbox360 there is a 'Party' option. You can watch a movie with other people and talk to each other using the xbox headset. I think this would be cool, kinda like those LSTs where we watched old movies on AMC together.
this almost sounds creepy to me... slightly.
But also a little like Mystery Science Theater-ish, too.
That's what it made me think of.
Could we maybe combine these two?
http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=15934.0
Quote from: postjack on July 07, 2011, 07:36:20 PM
The Parking Lot Movie.
The story of a parking lot near the university of virginia, and the overeducated hipsters who work there. A fucking beautiful movie, especially if you have ever worked in customer service.
You liked it? I wasn't sure how I felt about it.
I grew up in charlottesville, going in and out of that parking lot my entire life, always had a good relationship with those guys...recognized almost all of them and know one of them personally...
Seemed like the movie was trying too hard to prove a point... something about it just bugged me. A little too hipster-snoody. Trying too hard to make some big existential statement out of nothing. Maybe that's the whole point... dunno...
Worth a watch though. Phil, have you seen this yet?
Quote from: McGrupp on July 11, 2011, 10:14:49 PM
Quote from: postjack on July 07, 2011, 07:36:20 PM
The Parking Lot Movie.
The story of a parking lot near the university of virginia, and the overeducated hipsters who work there. A fucking beautiful movie, especially if you have ever worked in customer service.
You liked it? I wasn't sure how I felt about it.
I grew up in charlottesville, going in and out of that parking lot my entire life, always had a good relationship with those guys...recognized almost all of them and know one of them personally...
Seemed like the movie was trying too hard to prove a point... something about it just bugged me. A little too hipster-snoody. Trying too hard to make some big existential statement out of nothing. Maybe that's the whole point... dunno...
Worth a watch though. Phil, have you seen this yet?
Agreed George, I've parked there many a time myself, it was behind the Satellite Ballroom. Kinda cool that one of them went on to be in Yo La Tengo though.
Quote from: barnesy305 on July 11, 2011, 10:20:19 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on July 11, 2011, 10:14:49 PM
Quote from: postjack on July 07, 2011, 07:36:20 PM
The Parking Lot Movie.
The story of a parking lot near the university of virginia, and the overeducated hipsters who work there. A fucking beautiful movie, especially if you have ever worked in customer service.
You liked it? I wasn't sure how I felt about it.
I grew up in charlottesville, going in and out of that parking lot my entire life, always had a good relationship with those guys...recognized almost all of them and know one of them personally...
Seemed like the movie was trying too hard to prove a point... something about it just bugged me. A little too hipster-snoody. Trying too hard to make some big existential statement out of nothing. Maybe that's the whole point... dunno...
Worth a watch though. Phil, have you seen this yet?
Agreed George, I've parked there many a time myself, it was behind the Satellite Ballroom. Kinda cool that one of them went on to be in Yo La Tengo though.
I loved it, but i also have never been to that parking lot so i don't know what it is actually like.
Quote from: Multibeast12 on July 11, 2011, 10:47:48 PM
Quote from: barnesy305 on July 11, 2011, 10:20:19 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on July 11, 2011, 10:14:49 PM
Quote from: postjack on July 07, 2011, 07:36:20 PM
The Parking Lot Movie.
The story of a parking lot near the university of virginia, and the overeducated hipsters who work there. A fucking beautiful movie, especially if you have ever worked in customer service.
You liked it? I wasn't sure how I felt about it.
I grew up in charlottesville, going in and out of that parking lot my entire life, always had a good relationship with those guys...recognized almost all of them and know one of them personally...
Seemed like the movie was trying too hard to prove a point... something about it just bugged me. A little too hipster-snoody. Trying too hard to make some big existential statement out of nothing. Maybe that's the whole point... dunno...
Worth a watch though. Phil, have you seen this yet?
Agreed George, I've parked there many a time myself, it was behind the Satellite Ballroom. Kinda cool that one of them went on to be in Yo La Tengo though.
I loved it, but i also have never been to that parking lot so i don't know what it is actually like.
They definitely overplayed the "UVA kids are douche bags" thing. I mean, there are a lot of douche bags at UVA, but they totally played it up for the sake of the film. I'm also convinced that a lot of the footage they used of the kids partying was not from UVA... you don't see kids with gelled up hair and pink polos with popped collars in cville. It's a "fratty" school, but not like that...
eta: I don't/didn't go to uva, just grew up in cville and know a lot of uva kids. they make them all seem very over-privileged in the movie, so maybe that's my problem with it.
Netflix is changing their pricing plans again, pretty much forcing you to choose streaming or DVD-by-mail.
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Netflix Increases Prices for DVD-Streaming Plans by 60% (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-07-12/netflix-increases-prices-for-dvd-streaming-plans-by-60-.html)
Netflix Inc. (NFLX), the online and mail- order movie rental company, raised prices by 60 percent for U.S. subscribers who want both services, citing the costs to acquire and deliver films and TV shows.
Netflix will no longer offer a $9.99 package of DVD-by-mail and unlimited streaming, the company said in a statement today. Instead, more than 23 million subscribers will pay $15.98 monthly beginning Sept. 1 if they choose both options, or $7.99 for just one.
The company introduced a DVD-only plan for $7.99 on July 8 for new subscribers and extended that to current customers to reflect the costs of acquiring and delivering content digitally and by mail, Steve Swasey, a Netflix spokesman, said in an interview. Many customers want the option of streaming-only or DVD-only packages, he said.
"We wouldn't have charged this when the streaming catalog was still lean," Swasey said. "The streaming catalog is robust to the point where a lot of people won't want DVDs anymore."
Netflix, based in Los Gatos, California, needs to boost revenue to raise funds for expansion and the acquisition of new content, Tony Wible, an analyst with Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, said recently in an interview. He has a "sell" rating on the shares.
Since 2007, Chief Executive Officer Reed Hastings has increasingly focused on delivering movies and television shows via the Web to televisions, set-top boxes and mobile devices.
The company, after instituting a November price hike, discovered subscribers still want DVDs by mail, according to a blog posting. It is creating a separate unit, run by Andy Rendich, chief service and operating officer, to handle the mail-order side of the business.
DVD Customers
"Given the long life we think DVDs by mail will have, treating DVDs as a $2 add-on to our unlimited streaming plan neither makes great financial sense nor satisfies people who just want DVDs," Netflix said in the posting.
The company plans to expand its streaming-only service to all 43 countries and territories in Latin America and the Caribbean later this year. As of March 31, 97 percent of its customers were located in the U.S., according to data compiled by Bloomberg.
Netflix rose $3.91 to $294.66 at 1:52 p.m. New York time in Nasdaq Stock Market trading. The shares were up 65 percent this year before today.
Good to know. Thanks for the info. Just changed my subscription to streaming only. $7.99/month ftw. I never used the hard DVD option anyway...
I was talkin to Alley about this last night actually after a few movie studios announced yesterday that they are going to significantly increase fees for license contracts now that netflix has some competition. It sucks but it makes complete sense if they want to continue streaming content. The instant catalogue is still kinda crappy imo (tons of movies but only a handful worth watching, again imo) but more revenue + more competition will hopefully mean a more full catalogue of instant content
I hate when I'm forced to upgrade my technology to keep up with everyone else. Nothing should change. Ever.
(http://images.acclaimimages.com/_gallery/_TN/0515-1103-1504-5046_TN.jpg)
I just streamed this movie and really enjoyed it.. people bet on the amount of luck of others have using deadly games like Russian roulette.
Intacto
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0220580/ (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0220580/)
Just noticed an old movie in the 'new movies' section called True Stories. It was written and directed by David Byrne, who also acts in the movie, and also stars Jon Goodman. Gonna watch it the next time I get the tv to myself (the wife seemed less than interested to watch it).
Quote from: mistercharlie on August 04, 2011, 04:49:11 AM
Just noticed an old movie in the 'new movies' section called True Stories. It was written and directed by David Byrne, who also acts in the movie, and also stars Jon Goodman. Gonna watch it the next time I get the tv to myself (the wife seemed less than interested to watch it).
It's like Byrne's lyrics in movie form. Dude's off his rocker. Haven't seen that movie in a long ass time, but it's definitely enjoyable.
Quote from: khalpin on August 04, 2011, 07:54:40 AM
Quote from: mistercharlie on August 04, 2011, 04:49:11 AM
Just noticed an old movie in the 'new movies' section called True Stories. It was written and directed by David Byrne, who also acts in the movie, and also stars Jon Goodman. Gonna watch it the next time I get the tv to myself (the wife seemed less than interested to watch it).
It's like Byrne's lyrics in movie form. Dude's off his rocker. Haven't seen that movie in a long ass time, but it's definitely enjoyable.
added to my list.
Check this, watched this movie eysterday by Werner Herzog called Encounters at the End of the World. Do yourself a favor, :smoke: sit back and relax, and you'll meet people like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heHiQFElleo
And watch scenes like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlrcbKlW4Tw
Quote from: mistercharlie on August 04, 2011, 04:49:11 AM
Just noticed an old movie in the 'new movies' section called True Stories. It was written and directed by David Byrne, who also acts in the movie, and also stars Jon Goodman. Gonna watch it the next time I get the tv to myself (the wife seemed less than interested to watch it).
That movie's great! Although, I don't know if someone who wasn't a David Byrne/Talking Heads fan already would be that into it.
The True Stories album is great too. It's actually Talking Heads performing the songs, not the movie versions.
Don't forget to change your plan before the price changes go into effect 9/1. They sent the notice a month ago, but I doubt they'll be reminding people.
McGrupp, I blew through both seasons of Party Down last weekend. Awesome show.
Started watching Peepshow last night and holy shit is that show hilarious! Can't go wrong with it if you like British humor similar to The Office.
If you like documentaries about food, and are interested in a critique of the way Americans eat, "Forks Over Knives" is the most effective documentary I've watched. So effective that my girlfriend and I have been eating 97% vegan for the past month, as an experiment. we've both lost weight and feel awesome, and actually are saving a lot of cash. strangely i also feel full all the time, and have found a lot of times when I thought I was "hungry" I was actually just craving salt, sugar, or fat. when I get "hungry" now its different, I don't feel like I'm "starving" as we like to say.
I won't spoil the documentary's message, but basically it attributes the increase in disease over the past century to the overuse of animal products in our food. Its fascinating and very convincing. It focuses more on the health side of things and less on the food product/FDA/industrial complex, but of course it touches on that as well.
highly recommended viewing.
Quote from: postjack on November 30, 2011, 02:18:30 PM
If you like documentaries about food, and are interested in a critique of the way Americans eat, "Forks Over Knives" is the most effective documentary I've watched. So effective that my girlfriend and I have been eating 97% vegan for the past month, as an experiment. we've both lost weight and feel awesome, and actually are saving a lot of cash. strangely i also feel full all the time, and have found a lot of times when I thought I was "hungry" I was actually just craving salt, sugar, or fat. when I get "hungry" now its different, I don't feel like I'm "starving" as we like to say.
I won't spoil the documentary's message, but basically it attributes the increase in disease over the past century to the overuse of animal products in our food. Its fascinating and very convincing. It focuses more on the health side of things and less on the food product/FDA/industrial complex, but of course it touches on that as well.
highly recommended viewing.
Sounds interesting. I might need to check that out. I can't see myself ever giving up meat entirely, but my gf recently went through an elimination diet and it's made us both somewhat more conscious about what we're eating (though definitely her more than me).
As for Netflix, I recently blasted through all 5 seasons of 30 Rock, and of course I recommend it
You people should all watch "Let The Right One In".
It's Swedish or something so there's subtitles but it's a terrific take on the vampire thriller.
Don't be a dick and watch the shitty American remake entitled "Let Me In" instead. I will mock you mercilessly and you'll have wasted your own time taboot.
Quote from: rowjimmy on November 30, 2011, 05:47:36 PM
You people should all watch "Let The Right One In".
It's Swedish or something so there's subtitles but it's a terrific take on the vampire thriller.
Don't be a dick and watch the shitty American remake entitled "Let Me In" instead. I will mock you mercilessly and you'll have wasted your own time taboot.
Agreed, VERY awesome movie. I didn't think the remake was bad either though, although I obviously prefer the original.
Quote from: qop24 on November 30, 2011, 06:36:01 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on November 30, 2011, 05:47:36 PM
You people should all watch "Let The Right One In".
It's Swedish or something so there's subtitles but it's a terrific take on the vampire thriller.
Don't be a dick and watch the shitty American remake entitled "Let Me In" instead. I will mock you mercilessly and you'll have wasted your own time taboot.
Agreed, VERY awesome movie. I didn't think the remake was bad either though, although I obviously prefer the original.
The remake is unnecessary. Everything that is good about it is lifted from the original and there is plenty that they omitted, changed, or fucked up. The effects are shitty compared to the understated and natural effects of the original. The tone of the film isn't as good and the performances of the two primary characters aren't as good either.
Quote from: rowjimmy on November 30, 2011, 07:20:26 PM
Quote from: qop24 on November 30, 2011, 06:36:01 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on November 30, 2011, 05:47:36 PM
You people should all watch "Let The Right One In".
It's Swedish or something so there's subtitles but it's a terrific take on the vampire thriller.
Don't be a dick and watch the shitty American remake entitled "Let Me In" instead. I will mock you mercilessly and you'll have wasted your own time taboot.
Agreed, VERY awesome movie. I didn't think the remake was bad either though, although I obviously prefer the original.
The remake is unnecessary. Everything that is good about it is lifted from the original and there is plenty that they omitted, changed, or fucked up. The effects are shitty compared to the understated and natural effects of the original. The tone of the film isn't as good and the performances of the two primary characters aren't as good either.
The remake is available streaming. I still haven't watched it yet, but obviously I'll have to after watching the original, which was really well done. Another foreign vampire flick worth checking out is Thirst(Bakjwi), which is Korean and is available streaming via Netflix.
The original is streaming too...
Quote from: postjack on November 30, 2011, 02:18:30 PM
If you like documentaries about food, and are interested in a critique of the way Americans eat, "Forks Over Knives" is the most effective documentary I've watched. So effective that my girlfriend and I have been eating 97% vegan for the past month, as an experiment. we've both lost weight and feel awesome, and actually are saving a lot of cash. strangely i also feel full all the time, and have found a lot of times when I thought I was "hungry" I was actually just craving salt, sugar, or fat. when I get "hungry" now its different, I don't feel like I'm "starving" as we like to say.
I won't spoil the documentary's message, but basically it attributes the increase in disease over the past century to the overuse of animal products in our food. Its fascinating and very convincing. It focuses more on the health side of things and less on the food product/FDA/industrial complex, but of course it touches on that as well.
highly recommended viewing.
Watched this a few weeks back. I'll 2nd the rec. Actually, HIGHLY recommend it for everyone interested in living a healthier lifestyle..
Quote from: goodabouthood on December 01, 2011, 01:21:02 PM
Quote from: postjack on November 30, 2011, 02:18:30 PM
If you like documentaries about food, and are interested in a critique of the way Americans eat, "Forks Over Knives" is the most effective documentary I've watched. So effective that my girlfriend and I have been eating 97% vegan for the past month, as an experiment. we've both lost weight and feel awesome, and actually are saving a lot of cash. strangely i also feel full all the time, and have found a lot of times when I thought I was "hungry" I was actually just craving salt, sugar, or fat. when I get "hungry" now its different, I don't feel like I'm "starving" as we like to say.
I won't spoil the documentary's message, but basically it attributes the increase in disease over the past century to the overuse of animal products in our food. Its fascinating and very convincing. It focuses more on the health side of things and less on the food product/FDA/industrial complex, but of course it touches on that as well.
highly recommended viewing.
Watched this a few weeks back. I'll 2nd the rec. Actually, HIGHLY recommend it for everyone interested in living a healthier lifestyle..
::forwards to George::
::realizes I wasted 5 minutes of my life trying to help/save the fleethound::
::kicks rockz::
Troll 2.
Any more recs?
My girlfriend and I watched "The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia" last night. I had seen it before, she hadn't. Was definitely worth a 2nd watch. Very entertaining, funny, kinda sad...
Check out "Sherlock"
Its the tits dude.
We watched "Chops" last night. It's about the Lincoln Center high school jazz ensemble comp, "Essentially Ellington." I enjoyed it. These kids tear it up. There is an awesome part where Ron Carter comes into their class and teaches them what swinging is all about that is just awesome. The comp is hosted by Wynton, and I always enjoy hearing him talk music. Such a brilliant, eloquent guy IMO. Worth a watch.
Quote from: McGrupp on January 29, 2012, 09:40:42 PM
Any more recs?
My girlfriend and I watched "The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia" last night. I had seen it before, she hadn't. Was definitely worth a 2nd watch. Very entertaining, funny, kinda sad...
I had a friend that interviewed the director and said they were nutso, and also an ex that just partied down with them Friday night actually. Said the were supposed to be performing at some bar in Winston-Salem, by 10pm when they were supposed to go on stage they were ripped and could barely stand. So your assessment of "entertaining, funny, kinda sad" fits exactly. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: JPhishman on January 30, 2012, 11:31:49 AM
We watched "Chops" last night. It's about the Lincoln Center high school jazz ensemble comp, "Essentially Ellington." I enjoyed it. These kids tear it up. There is an awesome part where Ron Carter comes into their class and teaches them what swinging is all about that is just awesome. The comp is hosted by Wynton, and I always enjoy hearing him talk music. Such a brilliant, eloquent guy IMO. Worth a watch.
This has been in my queue for awhile, bumped it up tho. Check out Make It Funky. I KNOW you'll dig it.
Watched "Life in a Day" last night. Pretty beautiful. Not super heavy or deep. Good semi-mindless watching. Recommended.
DMT The Spirit Molecule
-decent documentary
Senna
-AMAZING documentary, I am not a racing fan in the slightest, yet I was glued to the boob tube.
How I Met Your Mother
-never watched it, very enjoyable cookie-cutter sitcom
Bill Cunningham New York
-great documentary on a great subject
The Killing
-Kubrick, nuff said.
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DMT The Spirit Molecule
-decent documentary
Senna
-AMAZING documentary, I am not a racing fan in the slightest, yet I was glued to the boob tube.
Felt exactly the same about both of these.
The DMT one could have stood to lose the Joe Rogan bits.
I thought the lamest part of the DMT one was the "screen saver" visuals they plugged in at random moments.
I somewhat enjoy Joe Rogan, he is definitely very passionate about the subject of psychedelics.
Oh, and Coffee & Cigarettes was just added as well. Jarmusch!
Quote from: JPhishman on January 30, 2012, 11:31:49 AM
We watched "Chops" last night. It's about the Lincoln Center high school jazz ensemble comp, "Essentially Ellington." I enjoyed it. These kids tear it up. There is an awesome part where Ron Carter comes into their class and teaches them what swinging is all about that is just awesome. The comp is hosted by Wynton, and I always enjoy hearing him talk music. Such a brilliant, eloquent guy IMO. Worth a watch.
Watched this last night. So good. Those kids are on their way to serious music careers. And yeah, the extra footage of the entire Carter teaching session was great. And you're completely right about hearing Wynton talk, I love hearing him discuss music, because he approaches it in such a philosophical way. They included the entire interview as bonus material, which was worth watch in itself. Thanks for the rec.
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Mingus is a badass.
Been watching the first season of Downton Abbey with my girlfriend.
Hated the first episode, was bored to tears in the second, and I was hooked by the third. Probably not for everyone but we flew through the first season. Def took me a while to get into it.
Quote from: McGrupp on February 07, 2012, 04:01:57 PM
Been watching the first season of Downton Abbey with my girlfriend.
Hated the first episode, was bored to tears in the second, and I was hooked by the third. Probably not for everyone but we flew through the first season. Def took me a while to get into it.
i actually threw that on my que this morning... looking forward to my evening on the couch tomorrow night.
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
My wife loves her some Downton Abbey. She's a big sucker for those period dramas. I tend not to watch them with her -- too much stuffy Britishness.
Though I did check out a couple episodes of The Tudors since there was lots of sexy time in that show.
Triangle, good suspense/horror/I don't know what to call it.
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Triangle, good suspense/horror/I don't know what to call it.
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You forgot Sci-fi!!! I really enjoyed this btw.
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
i've been meaning to check it out. i trust your judgment - will report back.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
i've been meaning to check it out. i trust your judgment - will report back.
My dad's been watching Peep Show (at the suggestion of a british painter that works for him). He's been raving, I've yet to check it out. Maybe when I get done with Lilyhammer.
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I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
i've been meaning to check it out. i trust your judgment - will report back.
My dad's been watching Peep Show (at the suggestion of a british painter that works for him). He's been raving, I've yet to check it out. Maybe when I get done with Lilyhammer.
i just noticed qop mentioned it earlier in the thread.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
interesting, will definitely watch it... because it's an early show with Mitchell & Webb. if you like Peep Show, you must immediately rent their more recent series of sketch comedy called That Mitchell And Webb Look, which is brilliant.
What does everyone think of "The IT Crowd" I started the 1st episode and heard a laugh track so I instantly turned it off.
Should I give it a shot? Or is this just some super fluffed britcom?
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on February 19, 2012, 05:52:23 PM
What does everyone think of "The IT Crowd" I started the 1st episode and heard a laugh track so I instantly turned it off.
Should I give it a shot? Or is this just some super fluffed britcom?
i think its funny as hell.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
i've been meaning to check it out. i trust your judgment - will report back.
My dad's been watching Peep Show (at the suggestion of a british painter that works for him). He's been raving, I've yet to check it out. Maybe when I get done with Lilyhammer.
i just noticed qop mentioned it earlier in the thread.
just added peep show to my list.
About to start Season 1 of The Walking Dead
other than that been hitting the documentaries
America: The Story of Us
Ken Burns: The War
and of course the hard hitting documentary about 80's street life in NYC:
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good documentary about 21Dec.2012. very insightful, curious. a must see.
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Christopher Nolan flick. Interesting stuff.
^^^ I'll second that. Definitely enjoyed that. Might need to actually give it a 2nd viewing.
There is so much Dr. Who on Netflix, I don't know how you people have time for movies...
see also: Star Trek
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on February 19, 2012, 05:52:23 PM
What does everyone think of "The IT Crowd" I started the 1st episode and heard a laugh track so I instantly turned it off.
Should I give it a shot? Or is this just some super fluffed britcom?
I enjoyed the humo(u)r, but the laugh track was kind of a turn off for me as well.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
interesting, will definitely watch it... because it's an early show with Mitchell & Webb. if you like Peep Show, you must immediately rent their more recent series of sketch comedy called That Mitchell And Webb Look, which is brilliant.
checked out the first episode of That Mitchell and Webb Look....
it was weird to see these guys playing other characters.
not being a dick, but it was no where near as funny as peep show, in fact, i think i chuckled maybe once.
anywho, gonna check out a few more episodes for sure.
Lilyhammer....checked out the first two episodes of this.
the concept is pretty hilarious, and its pretty good so far.
it moves a little fast though, huh?
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"Beer Wars" -- not a bad film, I had some quibbles with it, but overall the message I think was worth delivering.
Quote from: V00D00BR3W on February 24, 2012, 12:58:08 PM
"Beer Wars" -- not a bad film, I had some quibbles with it, but overall the message I think was worth delivering.
Overall I agree. Solid message, fairly well delivered.
It took a bit for me to take Anat Baron seriously though, after claiming to be from the "beer industry" because she used to head Mike's Hard Lemonade.
Yes, she really wasn't any kind of industry insider from that perspective. And it's kind of hard to take Rhonda Kallman seriously, knowing that New Century ran itself into the ground last year, but it was a good documentary on Dogfish Head anyway.
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another must see.
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another must see.
My wife is one of the vegans that eat honey, she feels like the bee keepers are actually helping to keep the bees alive. Would watching this change her mind on that? She loves drinking mead and I'd hate to take that away from her.
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another must see.
My wife is one of the vegans that eat honey, she feels like the bee keepers are actually helping to keep the bees alive. Would watching this change her mind on that? She loves drinking mead and I'd hate to take that away from her.
if anything seeing the movie would reinforce her desire to want to help the small, local, organic bee keepers.
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another must see.
My wife is one of the vegans that eat honey, she feels like the bee keepers are actually helping to keep the bees alive. Would watching this change her mind on that? She loves drinking mead and I'd hate to take that away from her.
if anything seeing the movie would reinforce her desire to want to help the small, local, organic bee keepers.
Awesome, I'm adding it to our instant queue right now.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
interesting, will definitely watch it... because it's an early show with Mitchell & Webb. if you like Peep Show, you must immediately rent their more recent series of sketch comedy called That Mitchell And Webb Look, which is brilliant.
checked out the first episode of That Mitchell and Webb Look....
it was weird to see these guys playing other characters.
not being a dick, but it was no where near as funny as peep show, in fact, i think i chuckled maybe once.
anywho, gonna check out a few more episodes for sure.
give it a chance. it grows on you. or so i found. but in the end, if you don't see the pure beauty of a thing like Numberwang, maybe it's just not for you.
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Quote from: phil on February 17, 2012, 04:12:35 PM
I've been checking out a Netflix-exclusive series called "Lilyhammer," which I highly recommend. Steven van Zandt plays a New York mobster that ends up in Lillehammer, Norway through the witness protection program. It's good shit.
nice. will check it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on February 07, 2012, 04:38:06 PM
check out british sitcom "Peep Show"
frikkin hilarious.
anyone? sincerely one of the funniest shows i have ever seen.
interesting, will definitely watch it... because it's an early show with Mitchell & Webb. if you like Peep Show, you must immediately rent their more recent series of sketch comedy called That Mitchell And Webb Look, which is brilliant.
checked out the first episode of That Mitchell and Webb Look....
it was weird to see these guys playing other characters.
not being a dick, but it was no where near as funny as peep show, in fact, i think i chuckled maybe once.
anywho, gonna check out a few more episodes for sure.
give it a chance. it grows on you. or so i found. but in the end, if you don't see the pure beauty of a thing like Numberwang, maybe it's just not for you.
actually, numberwang was the chuckle inducer. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard there is still hope
Been loving Peep Show...
Watched "Winnebago Man" over the weekend. Definitely recommended. Very very entertaining.
Also, I thought "Man on Wire" was pretty drawn out but very cool.
Man On Wire has been in my queue for ages.
Checked out the first episode of Peep Show. It was clever enough. Might try some more, though lord knows I've got enough of a Netflix and TV backlog to keep my busy.
Quote from: McGrupp on March 05, 2012, 02:47:21 PM
Been loving Peep Show...
Watched "Winnebago Man" over the weekend. Definitely recommended. Very very entertaining.
Also, I thought "Man on Wire" was pretty drawn out but very cool.
Finally got around to this as well. Pretty funny stuff. It took an episode or two to get rolling, but dug it. Gonna check out season 2 next.
Been working my way through the last season of Mad Men again in preparation for Sundays return.
watched this last night:
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i had never heard of it unitl i saw it recoomended on netflix.
pretty cool "psychedlic western" as described by the director.
cast includes depp, billy bob, iggy pop, crispin glover, robert mitchum and others.
watched this for the first time last night and was completely inspired! Highly reccommended!
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Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 06, 2012, 02:14:18 PM
watched this last night:
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i had never heard of it unitl i saw it recoomended on netflix.
pretty cool "psychedlic western" as described by the director.
cast includes depp, billy bob, iggy pop, crispin glover, robert mitchum and others.
Also has a semi-improvisational and awesome soundtrack by Neil Young.
Great flick.
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Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 06, 2012, 02:14:18 PM
watched this last night:
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i had never heard of it unitl i saw it recoomended on netflix.
pretty cool "psychedlic western" as described by the director.
cast includes depp, billy bob, iggy pop, crispin glover, robert mitchum and others.
Also has a semi-improvisational and awesome soundtrack by Neil Young.
Great flick.
d'oh. totally forgot to mention that. i looked it up during the movie becasue i was digging the blown out distorted guitar accompaniment. i was all, "neil young! no shit, makes sense" i read he played along while watching the movie to record it. somehow it works really well with a black and white western.
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Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 06, 2012, 02:14:18 PM
watched this last night:
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i had never heard of it unitl i saw it recoomended on netflix.
pretty cool "psychedlic western" as described by the director.
cast includes depp, billy bob, iggy pop, crispin glover, robert mitchum and others.
Also has a semi-improvisational and awesome soundtrack by Neil Young.
Great flick.
d'oh. totally forgot to mention that. i looked it up during the movie becasue i was digging the blown out distorted guitar accompaniment. i was all, "neil young! no shit, makes sense" i read he played along while watching the movie to record it. somehow it works really well with a black and white western.
wow! you only just found out about it? this movie RULES. everyone should see it. it's like a poem of a movie, a poem about death. my favorite Jarmusch movie. i actually just got this on blu-ray a couple months ago.
if you're not familiar with Jarmusch, i highly recommend watching Down By Law and Ghost Dog next.
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watched this last night:
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/89/DeadManPoster.jpg)
i had never heard of it unitl i saw it recoomended on netflix.
pretty cool "psychedlic western" as described by the director.
cast includes depp, billy bob, iggy pop, crispin glover, robert mitchum and others.
Also has a semi-improvisational and awesome soundtrack by Neil Young.
Great flick.
d'oh. totally forgot to mention that. i looked it up during the movie becasue i was digging the blown out distorted guitar accompaniment. i was all, "neil young! no shit, makes sense" i read he played along while watching the movie to record it. somehow it works really well with a black and white western.
wow! you only just found out about it? this movie RULES. everyone should see it. it's like a poem of a movie, a poem about death. my favorite Jarmusch movie. i actually just got this on blu-ray a couple months ago.
if you're not familiar with Jarmusch, i highly recommend watching Down By Law and Ghost Dog next.
cool. will do.
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Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 06, 2012, 02:14:18 PM
watched this last night:
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/89/DeadManPoster.jpg)
i had never heard of it unitl i saw it recoomended on netflix.
pretty cool "psychedlic western" as described by the director.
cast includes depp, billy bob, iggy pop, crispin glover, robert mitchum and others.
Also has a semi-improvisational and awesome soundtrack by Neil Young.
Great flick.
d'oh. totally forgot to mention that. i looked it up during the movie becasue i was digging the blown out distorted guitar accompaniment. i was all, "neil young! no shit, makes sense" i read he played along while watching the movie to record it. somehow it works really well with a black and white western.
wow! you only just found out about it? this movie RULES. everyone should see it. it's like a poem of a movie, a poem about death. my favorite Jarmusch movie. i actually just got this on blu-ray a couple months ago.
if you're not familiar with Jarmusch, i highly recommend watching Down By Law and Ghost Dog next.
cool. will do.
I HIGHLY agree about Down By Law, although Ghost Dog didn't really do it for me for some reason. I'm in the minority on that one though, so maybe I should give it another shot.
Jarmusch rules. Mystery Train & Night on Earth are my favorites.
I've been really hooked on The Killing lately.
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QuoteThe Killing is based on the wildly successful Danish television series Forbrydelsen and tells the story of the murder of a young girl in Seattle and the subsequent police investigation.
The Killing ties together three distinct stories around a single murder including the detectives assigned to the case, the victim's grieving family, and the suspects. Set in Seattle, the story also explores local politics as it follows politicians connected to the case. As the series unfolds, it becomes clear that there are no accidents; everyone has a secret, and while the characters think they've moved on, their past isn't done with them. (Source: AMC)
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I enjoyed both of these. Shit is crazy.
Quote from: McGrupp on February 07, 2012, 04:01:57 PM
Been watching the first season of Downton Abbey with my girlfriend.
Hated the first episode, was bored to tears in the second, and I was hooked by the third. Probably not for everyone but we flew through the first season. Def took me a while to get into it.
George, you'll be delighted to hear that soon you'll be able to purchase Downton Abbey-themed products like bedding, kitchenwares and apparel (http://www.hometextilestoday.com/article/552052-PBS_Downton_Abbey_poised_to_become_home_lifestyle_brand.php?nid=2063&mid=241618333). Just what the world has been clamoring for.
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Quote from: McGrupp on February 07, 2012, 04:01:57 PM
Been watching the first season of Downton Abbey with my girlfriend.
Hated the first episode, was bored to tears in the second, and I was hooked by the third. Probably not for everyone but we flew through the first season. Def took me a while to get into it.
George, you'll be delighted to hear that soon you'll be able to purchase Downton Abbey-themed products like bedding, kitchenwares and apparel (http://www.hometextilestoday.com/article/552052-PBS_Downton_Abbey_poised_to_become_home_lifestyle_brand.php?nid=2063&mid=241618333). Just what the world has been clamoring for.
Perfect.
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Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on January 29, 2012, 09:57:25 PM
Check out "Sherlock"
Its the tits dude.
Totally.
I just finished the second season of this last night.
Holy fucking shit dude.
Can't believe I have to wait til sometime in 2013 for more.
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Quote from: rowjimmy on January 29, 2012, 10:00:51 PM
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on January 29, 2012, 09:57:25 PM
Check out "Sherlock"
Its the tits dude.
Totally.
I just finished the second season of this last night.
Holy fucking shit dude.
Can't believe I have to wait til sometime in 2013 for more.
Gonna be worth it.
Same guy who created that adaptation is the show runner for Dr. Who now so... I'd recommend that.
Bump
Just signed up for Netflix again and we're going to start with 24. Anything else we should be checking out?
Watch Klown, the Movie. I promise. It's highlarious.
Treme and The Wire if you havent seen em. Im sure youve seen the Wire tho :wink:
I don't believe HBO stuff is on Netflix, alas.
Quote from: V00D00BR3W on January 23, 2013, 10:44:24 AM
I don't believe HBO stuff is on Netflix, alas.
sure it is!
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Quote from: V00D00BR3W on January 23, 2013, 10:44:24 AM
I don't believe HBO stuff is on Netflix, alas.
sure it is!
HBO shows are on there, just not streaming, which I think is what this thread was intended for. Although the thread title is a bit misleading.
Ah. Yes, I just meant streaming. We cancelled the discs a while back.
The wire and treme is you havent seen them yet.
Game of thrones too.
Dont really watch too many movies these days.
mostly shameless, californication, X files, seinfeld, simpsons.
Def gonna get that Buckle Up Birds documentary when it comes out. :rawk: Os magic
Watched the first season of BBC's Sherlock this week. I did not realize each "episode" was basically a 90-minute movie. Fairly entertaining. Interesting that they decided to make Holmes a brilliant but basically intolerable prick.
anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
Quote from: mbw on February 07, 2013, 10:47:42 AM
anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
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Watched the first season of BBC's Sherlock this week. I did not realize each "episode" was basically a 90-minute movie. Fairly entertaining. Interesting that they decided to make Holmes a brilliant but basically intolerable prick.
I just finished rewatching the first two series yesterday. Is certainly an interesting character choice. But I will say the contrast between Holmes and Watson is brilliant
And I love anything Moffat does. Seriously.
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Quote from: V00D00BR3W on February 07, 2013, 10:24:25 AM
Watched the first season of BBC's Sherlock this week. I did not realize each "episode" was basically a 90-minute movie. Fairly entertaining. Interesting that they decided to make Holmes a brilliant but basically intolerable prick.
I just finished rewatching the first two series yesterday. Is certainly an interesting character choice. But I will say the contrast between Holmes and Watson is brilliant
And I love anything Moffat does. Seriously.
I think it makes perfect sense. Think about your average know-it-all... Kinda insufferable at times, right? Now what if he ACTUALLY knew it all?
Also, Moffat makes great TV.
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
i finished the season and i enjoyed it. took a little time to get used to.
it is a bit unbelievable at times, which is what i needed to get over.
spacey is great in it, but everything goes a little to well for frank....
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
i finished the season and i enjoyed it. took a little time to get used to.
it is a bit unbelievable at times, which is what i needed to get over.
spacey is great in it, but everything goes a little to well for frank....
I have some friends that are addicted to it. Honestly, I had a hard time taking the show seriously. The dialogue is
really dramatic when it doesn't really need to be.
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
i finished the season and i enjoyed it. took a little time to get used to.
it is a bit unbelievable at times, which is what i needed to get over.
spacey is great in it, but everything goes a little to well for frank....
I have some friends that are addicted to it. Honestly, I had a hard time taking the show seriously. The dialogue is really dramatic when it doesn't really need to be.
Wow, just realized this whole time I was thinking of House of Lies on showtime with Don Cheadle. Haven't ever seen House of Cards actually.
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Quote from: mbw on February 07, 2013, 10:47:42 AM
anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
i finished the season and i enjoyed it. took a little time to get used to.
it is a bit unbelievable at times, which is what i needed to get over.
spacey is great in it, but everything goes a little to well for frank....
I have some friends that are addicted to it. Honestly, I had a hard time taking the show seriously. The dialogue is really dramatic when it doesn't really need to be.
I agree actually, at first I couldn't stand how he addressed the audience directly but ilthat gets overlooked when the plot stars to develop.
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Quote from: mbw on February 07, 2013, 10:47:42 AM
anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
i finished the season and i enjoyed it. took a little time to get used to.
it is a bit unbelievable at times, which is what i needed to get over.
spacey is great in it, but everything goes a little to well for frank....
I have some friends that are addicted to it. Honestly, I had a hard time taking the show seriously. The dialogue is really dramatic when it doesn't really need to be.
Wow, just realized this whole time I was thinking of House of Lies on showtime with Don Cheadle. Haven't ever seen House of Cards actually.
lololol
another thing that bugged me was his accent. is it too forced?
i dont really know what a south carolina accent sounds like....
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anyone watching House of Cards?
i saw the first 3 episodes and i was like, 'meh.'
I was thinking about starting it. Is it not worth the time?
I dont really like that show. Pretty blah imo. Very slow.
Whaaaaat? That show is incredible. I don't know, maybe you aren't into political drama but I really enjoyed it. Not to mention, they film a lot of it in my neighborhood which is pretty cool. Got to see Kevin Spacey & Bill Clinton at Starbucks one night which was sweet.
I've been meaning to check this series out. Thanks for the reminder!
i finished the season and i enjoyed it. took a little time to get used to.
it is a bit unbelievable at times, which is what i needed to get over.
spacey is great in it, but everything goes a little to well for frank....
I have some friends that are addicted to it. Honestly, I had a hard time taking the show seriously. The dialogue is really dramatic when it doesn't really need to be.
Wow, just realized this whole time I was thinking of House of Lies on showtime with Don Cheadle. Haven't ever seen House of Cards actually.
lololol
hahaha yeah after I read what you guys were saying about it, I was like man I dont remember Spacey in the show at all, or it having much to do about politics.
Comedy Bang! Bang! is pretty hilarious.
I saw 3 interesting Filippino movies over the weekend via nf, Cavite, La Visa Loca and Insiang. All 3 were classic. Also saw Ice Cube's doc about the LA Raiders "Straight Outta LA", good stuff. nf rules.
Last night I watched "You Don't Know Bo," a documentary about Bo Jackson from ESPN's "30 for 30" series. A pretty interesting look at one of the all-time great athletes.
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Last night I watched "You Don't Know Bo," a documentary about Bo Jackson from ESPN's "30 for 30" series. A pretty interesting look at one of the all-time great athletes.
That's one of the better ones, IMO. I thoroughly enjoyed it when it debuted.
There have been a bunch of the Ken Burns documentaries available streaming for a while now. I was happy to find out this morning that they added the Jazz doc to the list of streaming titles.
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Quote from: V00D00BR3W on May 21, 2013, 11:44:55 AM
Last night I watched "You Don't Know Bo," a documentary about Bo Jackson from ESPN's "30 for 30" series. A pretty interesting look at one of the all-time great athletes.
That's one of the better ones, IMO. I thoroughly enjoyed it when it debuted.
Which other ones should I watch? I saw "Michael Rides the Bus," enjoyed that one too. Or maybe it was "Jodan Rides the Bus." Anyway, it was about MJ's attempt at pro baseball.
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There have been a bunch of the Ken Burns documentaries available streaming for a while now. I was happy to find out this morning that they added the Jazz doc to the list of streaming titles.
Thanks! I never saw "Jazz" and only saw pieces of "The Civil War" during history class...
saw the doc on H Kissinger over the weekend, def check that out too if you get a chance. what a mofo in that because of his need for power, ended up killing hundreds of thousands of innocent cambodians and vietnamese as well as tens of thousands of american soldiers all for his own ego. what a douche.
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Last night I watched "You Don't Know Bo," a documentary about Bo Jackson from ESPN's "30 for 30" series. A pretty interesting look at one of the all-time great athletes.
That's one of the better ones, IMO. I thoroughly enjoyed it when it debuted.
Which other ones should I watch? I saw "Michael Rides the Bus," enjoyed that one too. Or maybe it was "Jodan Rides the Bus." Anyway, it was about MJ's attempt at pro baseball.
Quote from: khalpin on May 21, 2013, 01:33:59 PM
There have been a bunch of the Ken Burns documentaries available streaming for a while now. I was happy to find out this morning that they added the Jazz doc to the list of streaming titles.
Thanks! I never saw "Jazz" and only saw pieces of "The Civil War" during history class...
The one about the ole miss football was well done. A lot of US history in there in terms of how far we've come with race relations and how far we still have to go. There's one about the Baltimore colts which is interesting. The one about the fab 5 is pretty solid too.
Excellent, thanks!
Check out the Discovery (?) mini-series "How the Universe Works." Last two nights I watched the episodes on galaxies and stars. Mind-blowing shit.
30 for 30 film recs: June 17, 1994 and Kings Ransom.
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30 for 30 film recs: June 17, 1994 and Kings Ransom.
I saw the Kings Ransom. Is June 17, 1994 all about the second set of the OJ show?
That's my favorite for a couple reasons.
First, the OJ show.
Second, it was my birthday.
C - it's brilliantly done, documenting all the sporting events that happened throughout the day on June 17, 1994 contrast with the OJ story. There is no voiceover, the narrative is driven by the media coverage.
I could list other good ones, but I'd almost be listing them all:
The Band that Wouldn't Die
Small Potatoes: Who Killed the USFL?
Without Bias
Winning Time: Reggie Miller vs. The New York Knicks
Silly Little Game
Four Days In October
Tim Richmond: To the Limit
Fernando Nation
9.79*
Elway to Marino
...
I was sure this thread would be full of Arrested Development talk.
Quote from: mattstick on May 27, 2013, 08:43:27 AM
I was sure this thread would be full of Arrested Development talk.
I kept waiting for it to start. I highly recommend it.
^^^^
One of my favorite shows, just started season 4 yesterday.
Anyways, have y'all seen "Trainspotting?" Pretty decent flick on Netflix, check it out.
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One of my favorite shows, just started season 4 yesterday.
Anyways, have y'all seen "Trainspotting?" Pretty decent flick on Netflix, check it out.
Everyone here has seen Trainspotting, and if they haven't they need to seriously evaluate their life priorities.
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One of my favorite shows, just started season 4 yesterday.
Anyways, have y'all seen "Trainspotting?" Pretty decent flick on Netflix, check it out.
Everyone here has seen Trainspotting, and if they haven't they need to seriously evaluate their life priorities.
Okay good. I watched it for the first time last week and my roommate thought I was an idiot after I told him about it.
Ever heard of "The Godfather"? It might be on Netflix and I think they made a sequel or something.
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Ever heard of "The Godfather"? It might be on Netflix and I think they made a sequel or something.
And a pizza chain too.
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Ever heard of "The Godfather"? It might be on Netflix and I think they made a sequel or something.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Just discovering Trainspotting is downright hilarious! If you like it there's a little known movie you might dig.. I think it was called Pulp Fiction, or something like that.
A+++
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... and did anyone notice the rating for Arrested Development is bananas instead of stars? Pretty funny.
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Really interesting, funny, well-paced, well-put together. JB's dad had some health problems (stroke? they don't know) and he requires care. Jim takes him on the road for one of his tours, as his caretaker when he's offstage. A really cool peek into eldercare and handling the increasing dependence of (instead of on) one's parent. They have good talks, bad talks, jokes, cursing, shitastrophes. And the guy's old school - a WWII vet. "Aw go shit in your bonnet."
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"This documentary follows a group of European former hippies who relocated to India 40 years ago and never returned home. Once idealistic flower children, the now aging baby-boomers turned to the East in search of spiritual meaning, and many of them found what they were looking for, though in far different ways than they anticipated."
Narrative-wise, there aren't too many surprises here. Fortunately, it's subject matter I tend to find interesting (India, spiritual seekers, shunning conventionality, etc.) The reason I recommend it is for the cinematography, which is superb. Goat-farming in the rain sounds a bit drab, but watching it put to film here is pretty stimulating. A treat for the eyes & ears, if not the intellect.
not on netflix, but available for streaming from itunes or amazon for about $4....
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Beware of Mr. Baker
I saw the world premier of this at SXSW 2012. It is amazing! Here's my review from seeing it then:
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The synopsis:
QuoteGinger Baker is known for playing in Cream and Blind Faith, but the world's greatest drummer didn't hit his stride until 1972, when he arrived in Nigeria and discovered Fela Kuti's Afrobeat. After leaving Nigeria, Ginger returned to his pattern of drug-induced self-destruction, and countless groundbreaking musical works, eventually settling in South Africa, where the 73-year-old lives with his young bride and 39 polo ponies. This documentary includes interviews with Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Carlos Santana and more. Beware of Mr. Baker! With every smash of the drum is a man smashing his way through life.
I was blown away by this film. The director bullshitted his way into Baker's life and lived with him in South Africa for months to get it made. He wasn't a filmmaker going in. He had no idea what he was doing. He came away with a brilliant film and great narrative. He used animation at times to bring certain themes home... None of it was overbearing or cheesy. It was really good.
The film is a fairly straightforward biography told chronologically. Lots of footage from all of Baker's musical projects and mostly based on interviews done in his living room while the director lived with him. Interviews with all the major players in his life including all 4 wives, his kids, his bandmates, etc.
The director, producers, and key crew people were there for questions and answers afterward. This was the world premier, so we were the first audience to see it. The director was clearly not used to the attention. He was nervous talking in front of the crowd. His mom was there as were clearly a few dozen of his friends.
The producer did mention that they still don't have a signed release from Baker to release the film. Let's hope that happens soon. This film needs to be seen.
I give it 4 stars.
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not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
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not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
netflix sux. I mean, I pay them whatever per month for streaming and they don't have shit.
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not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
netflix sux. I mean, I pay them whatever per month for streaming and they don't have shit.
You're not looking hard enough.
I'm always able to find something.
If all else fails I just watch more Doctor Who.
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Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
netflix sux. I mean, I pay them whatever per month for streaming and they don't have shit.
You're not looking hard enough.
I'm always able to find something.
If all else fails I just watch more Doctor Who.
what pisses me off is the things they have for while that just go away - we got a season and a half into Newsradio (a great fucking show... RIP Phil Hartman) and then it was just suddenly gone. Fuck that shit!
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Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
netflix sux. I mean, I pay them whatever per month for streaming and they don't have shit.
You're not looking hard enough.
I'm always able to find something.
If all else fails I just watch more Doctor Who.
what pisses me off is the things they have for while that just go away - we got a season and a half into Newsradio (a great fucking show... RIP Phil Hartman) and then it was just suddenly gone. Fuck that shit!
Contracts expire.
Streaming TV shows on netflix is just like cocaine, you keep doing it until you run out of it, otherwise you're doing it wrong (and getting sleep which you don't really need because you should be doing cocaine with your netflix)
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Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
netflix sux. I mean, I pay them whatever per month for streaming and they don't have shit.
You're not looking hard enough.
I'm always able to find something.
If all else fails I just watch more Doctor Who.
what pisses me off is the things they have for while that just go away - we got a season and a half into Newsradio (a great fucking show... RIP Phil Hartman) and then it was just suddenly gone. Fuck that shit!
Contracts expire.
only because netflix is too cheap to renew. their business would be more successful if they went out of their way to provide the best content available at a reasonable cost. I'd pay a few dollars more per month if they would stop pussyfooting around their contracts and just shell out the cash necessary to provide the best content.
Fuck that shit!
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Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
not on netflix
:police: WRONG THREAD :police:
netflix sux. I mean, I pay them whatever per month for streaming and they don't have shit.
You're not looking hard enough.
I'm always able to find something.
If all else fails I just watch more Doctor Who.
what pisses me off is the things they have for while that just go away - we got a season and a half into Newsradio (a great fucking show... RIP Phil Hartman) and then it was just suddenly gone. Fuck that shit!
Contracts expire.
only because netflix is too cheap to renew. their business would be more successful if they went out of their way to provide the best content available at a reasonable cost. I'd pay a few dollars more per month if they would stop pussyfooting around their contracts and just shell out the cash necessary to provide the best content.
Fuck that shit!
Consider that many content providers are negotiating with the competition when they deal with Netflix. Have a look at the partnerships that created Hulu and you'll be less surprised that the cost of content isn't always easy for them to drive down.
And sometimes the licenses aren't for sale at any price. i.e. HBO original content.
Quote from: Hicks on June 21, 2013, 01:01:32 PM
And sometimes the licenses aren't for sale at any price. i.e. HBO original content.
Exactly.
I don't know why you're getting defensive about this. I understand the contract negotiations and such... But it's simply bad customer service to have something one week and have it gone the next.... And they have gone From being a company with stellar customer service (I was an early adopter) to one where the customer comes last.
they should at least tell you when they are taking the show off the netflix streaming......if they dont already
Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 02:20:40 PM
I don't know why you're getting defensive about this. I understand the contract negotiations and such... But it's simply bad customer service to have something one week and have it gone the next.... And they have gone From being a company with stellar customer service (I was an early adopter) to one where the customer comes last.
Pretty sure you are the one swearing about a cheap service that offers a shitton of content for next to nothing per month.
Also, this is the Netflix recommendation thread.
Recommend something.
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Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 02:20:40 PM
I don't know why you're getting defensive about this. I understand the contract negotiations and such... But it's simply bad customer service to have something one week and have it gone the next.... And they have gone From being a company with stellar customer service (I was an early adopter) to one where the customer comes last.
Pretty sure you are the one swearing about a cheap service that offers a shitton of content for next to nothing per month.
Also, this is the Netflix recommendation thread.
Recommend something.
I may have already recommended this earlier in this thread, but if you haven't seen Klown you really should. Not with the kids, though. It's for adults only. Funniest film I've seen since the Aristocrats.
The real problem with Netflix is not finding things worth watching, it's finding the time to watch them. I have shit that's been sitting in my queue for years.
Quote from: V00D00BR3W on June 22, 2013, 11:48:02 AM
The real problem with Netflix is not finding things worth watching, it's finding the time to watch them. I have shit that's been sitting in my queue for years.
True fucking dat.
Netflix loves me, I recently sat on a disc rental for a month and a half.
/imasucker
thought this was pretty sweet
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Loving Archer.
I didn't and still don't watch it on FX (had no clue it existed) but there are 3 seasons on Netflix, and each episode is mostly self-contained so you can jump around and watch at leisure.
REINCARNATED
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Say what you want about the credibility of Snoop claiming to turn Rasta, the movie is pretty good. It's got a lot of cool moments: Snoop is welcomed by a grade-school orchestra playing local music, and freestyles over/with it; Bunny Wailer; Snoop's insistence that there be no rapping on this album. The editing is really good - props to VICE magazine's film division. I read the Rolling Stone article in last month's issue and it's hard not to agree with it; but it's also hard to 'gauge' another person's spiritual transformation. Suffice to say, I like stories of spiritual transformation and I will gladly watch anything filmed in Jamaica.
Orange is the new black.
Shit's awesome. Darkly funny, well written, and lots of lesbian sex scenes.
"Ginger Baker in Africa"
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Ho.
Lee.
Shit.
When I looked at the 'cover'* and imagined what the perfect documentary for me would be - that's exactly what it was. 8mm film, cacophonous sessions with local musicians, dotted on-screen map following his trail, GB reading his travel poetry over the music he recorded there during the car-driving-through-the-desert shots. He basically makes a 3-country drive, from Algeria south into Niger and then Nigeria where he meets up with Fela - playing and recording all along the way. This is 1971.
* That's kind of a funny word to use when describing a Netflix thumbnail.
Must see that.
Quote from: rowjimmy on July 31, 2013, 10:31:06 AM
Must see that.
indeed - you also must see "Beware of Mr. Baker." Serious!
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This is one of those very frustrating but informative documentaries to watch. It came out on PBS around the same time a similar documentary was out, "Citizen Koch", which David Koch tried successfully to keep from airing. It basically reiterates a lot of what we already know about income inequality in the U.S. and fills in some gaps that some may not already know. (myself included)
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Quote from: rowjimmy on July 31, 2013, 10:31:06 AM
Must see that.
indeed - you also must see "Beware of Mr. Baker." Serious!
Just seeing this...I want to see both very badly.
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Orange is the new black.
Shit's awesome. Darkly funny, well written, and lots of lesbian sex scenes.
I just came in here to rave about this show. I heard everything from "Its a waste of time" to "How the fuck haven't you seen this?". Then I went and watched it and its absolutely hilarious. Its very female-centric but don't let that steer you away...because I can't stop watching it.
Also...lesbian sex scenes.
Spalding Gray biopic AND EVERYTHING IS GOING FINE
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The master monologuist's life, chronologically told in his own words from performances and interviews. If you don't know who he is, watch SWIMMING TO CAMBODIA - http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=7b1_1344978267 (ftp://www.liveleak.com/view?i=7b1_1344978267). All of his major themes are here, although Demme shies away from his more graphically prescient thoughts on his own death (there is no mention of drowning here, although he mentioned it half the time he discussed suicide, which he did often). I was also kind of hoping they would have included more video footage of the Wooster Group, in which he acted alongside amateur Willem Dafoe and Gary Sinise, but there was only stills. No biggie, though. The whole thing is very interesting.
Just signed up for this again recently and discovered a movie a loved about 5 years ago named "primer".
a more "realistic" type of time travel movie, if you could put realistic and time travel in the same statement.
Anyway if you like indie movies and time travel, check out "primer".
Quote from: JustJezmund on August 08, 2013, 01:13:33 AM
Just signed up for this again recently and discovered a movie a loved about 5 years ago named "primer".
a more "realistic" type of time travel movie, if you could put realistic and time travel in the same statement.
Anyway if you like indie movies and time travel, check out "primer".
I've seen this movie 5+ times.
Really great, and you can't casually watch it - you have to give it your full attention.
Quote from: JustJezmund on August 08, 2013, 01:13:33 AM
Just signed up for this again recently and discovered a movie a loved about 5 years ago named "primer".
a more "realistic" type of time travel movie, if you could put realistic and time travel in the same statement.
Anyway if you like indie movies and time travel, check out "primer".
as enjoyable as Primer is, Shane Carruth's new movie, Upstream Color, is far more accomplished. it's incredible. best movie i've seen in a long time.
i wrote about here, if you're interested:
http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2013/02/upstream-color-will-crawl-inside-you-and-take-over-your-brain/
it's one hell of a strange and beautiful movie.
Quote from: cactusfan on August 08, 2013, 12:07:57 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on August 08, 2013, 01:13:33 AM
Just signed up for this again recently and discovered a movie a loved about 5 years ago named "primer".
a more "realistic" type of time travel movie, if you could put realistic and time travel in the same statement.
Anyway if you like indie movies and time travel, check out "primer".
as enjoyable as Primer is, Shane Carruth's new movie, Upstream Color, is far more accomplished. it's incredible. best movie i've seen in a long time.
i wrote about here, if you're interested:
http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2013/02/upstream-color-will-crawl-inside-you-and-take-over-your-brain/
it's one hell of a strange and beautiful movie.
Excellent, sounds great.
Is it on Netflix?
Quote from: aphineday on August 08, 2013, 02:25:00 PM
Quote from: cactusfan on August 08, 2013, 12:07:57 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on August 08, 2013, 01:13:33 AM
Just signed up for this again recently and discovered a movie a loved about 5 years ago named "primer".
a more "realistic" type of time travel movie, if you could put realistic and time travel in the same statement.
Anyway if you like indie movies and time travel, check out "primer".
as enjoyable as Primer is, Shane Carruth's new movie, Upstream Color, is far more accomplished. it's incredible. best movie i've seen in a long time.
i wrote about here, if you're interested:
http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2013/02/upstream-color-will-crawl-inside-you-and-take-over-your-brain/
it's one hell of a strange and beautiful movie.
Excellent, sounds great.
Is it on Netflix?
certainly on dvd/bluray. don't know if it's streaming. but of course netflix's streaming options are for shit.
Quote from: cactusfan on August 08, 2013, 02:55:08 PM
Quote from: aphineday on August 08, 2013, 02:25:00 PM
Quote from: cactusfan on August 08, 2013, 12:07:57 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on August 08, 2013, 01:13:33 AM
Just signed up for this again recently and discovered a movie a loved about 5 years ago named "primer".
a more "realistic" type of time travel movie, if you could put realistic and time travel in the same statement.
Anyway if you like indie movies and time travel, check out "primer".
as enjoyable as Primer is, Shane Carruth's new movie, Upstream Color, is far more accomplished. it's incredible. best movie i've seen in a long time.
i wrote about here, if you're interested:
http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2013/02/upstream-color-will-crawl-inside-you-and-take-over-your-brain/
it's one hell of a strange and beautiful movie.
Excellent, sounds great.
Is it on Netflix?
certainly on dvd/bluray. don't know if it's streaming. but of course netflix's streaming options are for shit.
"Crawls inside and takes over your brain". Sounds awesome, will check out.
If you're into "so bad it's good", like "so so so so fucking bad you literally can't stop laughing", it's hard to top The Disco Godfather or Miami Connection
Quote from: westcider on August 24, 2013, 05:08:29 PM
If you're into "so bad it's good", like "so so so so fucking bad you literally can't stop laughing", it's hard to top The Disco Godfather or Miami Connection
Just the names make me LOL when viewed in that context. Will check out.
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its been in my Q for some time, finally watched it tonight. decent, insightful, like most documentaries. excellent music.
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Pretty cool DOC on the NYC nightclub. Wish I could have experienced this spot.
Quote from: JustJezmund on September 18, 2013, 09:58:03 AM
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Pretty cool DOC on the NYC nightclub. Wish I could have experienced this spot.
Shit.
Gotta watch that.
Quote from: JustJezmund on September 18, 2013, 09:58:03 AM
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Pretty cool DOC on the NYC nightclub.
sickk! gotta watch this and yeah "Wish I could have experienced this spot."
Holy shit there is literally a part in this with Bob Weir doing "one more Saturday Night" with Hanson. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
This shit you find on netflix.
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
Quote from: ytowndan on September 18, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
We're about halfway through the season and I definitely dig it.
Quote from: rowjimmy on September 18, 2013, 07:36:12 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on September 18, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
We're about halfway through the season and I definitely dig it.
i liked it. getting to see Donna Pinciotti's tits in the first 10 seconds helped.
turns out she is only gonna be in like one more episode though.
Quote from: mbw on September 18, 2013, 07:38:49 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on September 18, 2013, 07:36:12 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on September 18, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
We're about halfway through the season and I definitely dig it.
i liked it. getting to see Donna Pinciotti's tits in the first 10 seconds helped.
turns out she is only gonna be in like one more episode though.
I thought that was her. Had to pause it part way through and hop over to IMDB cause it was bugging me.
Quote from: JustJezmund on September 18, 2013, 09:58:03 AM
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Pretty cool DOC on the NYC nightclub. Wish I could have experienced this spot.
I saw this on the big screen when it played at SXSW when it came out. The animation was cool, for sure. As for the club itself, I lost my mind just a couple of times in that place. It was special. Not like any other music venue I've ever been to. The stage and the area with any type of good view of the stage took up less than 20% of the space... Especially if you include the downstairs lounge. It was really a place to gather with friends and hang out with great music playing but not 100% the focus.
Quote from: ytowndan on September 18, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
I finished the season this past weekend. It was good tv. Reminded me a lot of weeds first season, which was also really good. Unfortunately weeds jumped the shark after a couple of seasons. Let's hope this one gets better with time.
Quote from: PG on September 18, 2013, 10:58:54 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on September 18, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
I finished the season this past weekend. It was good tv. Reminded me a lot of weeds first season, which was also really good. Unfortunately weeds jumped the shark after a couple of seasons. Let's hope this one gets better with time.
Yep, when Nancy burned her house down the show went with it and was coasting the rest of the time.
As for Orange is the New Black, we've watched the first two episodes and I've fallen asleep both times.
Which is more of a commentary on me being tired all the time than the quality of the show itself.
Quote from: Hicks on September 18, 2013, 11:52:04 PM
Quote from: PG on September 18, 2013, 10:58:54 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on September 18, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
I finally decided to check out Orange is the New Black. I've only seen the first episode so far, but I'm diggin' it.
I finished the season this past weekend. It was good tv. Reminded me a lot of weeds first season, which was also really good. Unfortunately weeds jumped the shark after a couple of seasons. Let's hope this one gets better with time.
Yep, when Nancy burned her house down the show went with it and was coasting the rest of the time.
As for Orange is the New Black, we've watched the first two episodes and I've fallen asleep both times.
Which is more of a commentary on me being tired all the time than the quality of the show itself.
To be honest, my initial hesitation with this show was because of Weeds. I didn't want to get into another show that might have that same fate. But, for now at least, I'm glad I decided to give it a shot.
I really liked Orange is the New Black. Watched it in three days while staying home sick. There are slow moments... the entire chicken episode was a piece of crap filler me thinks.... but the finale is stupendous.
Quote from: WillBreathes on September 19, 2013, 08:18:55 AM
but the finale is stupendous.
holy shit yeah it is. Just finished it and itching for season 2.
The Acid House!!
This consists of three short stories that will nearly kill you, especially if taken in the stoner mood. The scenes in these are nearly cult worthy!! The plot of the first story is absolutely epic and watching what happen to this dude from beginning to end is just devastatingly hilarious and topped with some very touching scenes like the reason he gets booted from his home. The second one is great too!! The dancing in the mirror.. :crazy: It's all shot in the Scottish slums, subtitles are included, but they're speaking english, all in all it is just too much!! This is a must see B- classic.
I've been digging into Spaced... The bbc show that launched the careers of Edgar wright, simon pegg, and nick frost... The guys who did Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, etc.
It hilarious.... Highly suggested viewing.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaced (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaced)
Quote from: PG on October 01, 2013, 04:52:03 AM
I've been digging into Spaced... The bbc show that launched the careers of Edgar wright, simon pegg, and nick frost... The guys who did Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, etc.
It hilarious.... Highly suggested viewing.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaced (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaced)
2nd'd.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 01, 2013, 05:50:20 AM
Quote from: PG on October 01, 2013, 04:52:03 AM
I've been digging into Spaced... The bbc show that launched the careers of Edgar wright, simon pegg, and nick frost... The guys who did Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, etc.
It hilarious.... Highly suggested viewing.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaced (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaced)
2nd'd.
Awesome news for me. I've watched way too many TV shows, when I hear a recommendation of one I haven't it gets me all excited and weird feeling.
past month have watched
some x files
heroes
orngae is the new black
breaking bad
aqua teen
code monkeys
drive
side effects
nightmare before christmas
need some new suggestions
Beautiful movie.
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source: http://penny-arcade.com/comic/2013/10/14
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
True that.
I'm sure it has been posted about on here already, but The Wonderful White's of West Virginia. These people are INSANE! I watched it a while back but then rediscovered it a few days ago. Pretty intense lifestyle.
Go check out the actress, Juno Temple. She's quite a babe, you see her tits, and her movies rock.
Movie 43 is f'n hilarious! Literally one of the funniest movies I've seen in quite awhile.
Looks like I'm starting Orange is the new Black tonight!
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on October 15, 2013, 07:17:36 PM
Movie 43 is f'n hilarious! Literally one of the funniest movies I've seen in quite awhile.
I almost watched that this weekend. I'll check it out tonight.
Heather and I are really enjoying Orange Is The New Black.
From the same guy who did Weeds, similar style of show.
Quote from: mattstick on October 15, 2013, 09:54:31 PM
Heather and I are really enjoying Orange Is The New Black.
From the same guy gal who did Weeds, similar style of show.
WTF, I just learned that Jenji Kohan was a woman.
Quote from: mattstick on October 16, 2013, 03:55:54 PM
WTF, I just learned that Jenji Kohan was a woman.
Ha, always wondered, not surprised though considering both of her shows have had female leads.
Quote from: Hicks on October 16, 2013, 09:39:44 PM
Quote from: mattstick on October 16, 2013, 03:55:54 PM
WTF, I just learned that Jenji Kohan was a woman.
Ha, always wondered, not surprised though considering both of her shows have had female leads.
Now that's just plain racist.
Quote from: Hicks on October 16, 2013, 09:39:44 PM
Quote from: mattstick on October 16, 2013, 03:55:54 PM
WTF, I just learned that Jenji Kohan was a woman.
Ha, always wondered, not surprised though considering both of her shows have had female leads.
:coughs:
Quote from: Mr. Natural on October 15, 2013, 11:15:36 PM
Quote from: mattstick on October 15, 2013, 09:54:31 PM
Heather and I are really enjoying Orange Is The New Black.
From the sameguy gal who did Weeds, similar style of show.
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on October 17, 2013, 02:10:16 AM
Now that's just plain racist.
I think you mean sexist. :wink:
Started watching last Friday, will finish last episode tonight. I love binge watching.
My new plan is to binge watch House Of Cards then The Wire, then get caught up on anything that's aired this year.
Quote from: mattstick on October 17, 2013, 07:59:07 AM
Started watching last Friday, will finish last episode tonight. I love binge watching.
My new plan is to binge watch House Of Cards then The Wire, then get caught up on anything that's aired this year.
I need to binge watch House of Cards too. I've had it in my queue for months.
I've watched about half of House of Cards. I really love it.
Quote from: mattstick on October 17, 2013, 07:59:07 AM
Started watching last Friday, will finish last episode tonight. I love binge watching.
My new plan is to binge watch House Of Cards then The Wire, then get caught up on anything that's aired this year.
the show is f'n great. I've heard different reactions to house of cards, I need to watch it myself though. Then I just need to get caught up on walking dead and Im good. If you haven't seen it I would recommend the wetlands doc.
How many episodes are there for House of Cards?
Quote from: mehead on October 17, 2013, 08:28:09 AM
How many episodes are there for House of Cards?
Some.
I made it about 90 seconds into House of Cards before I shut it off. I cannot stand shows where the main character narrates by looking/speaking into the camera. :|
Quote from: ytowndan on October 17, 2013, 06:10:00 PM
I made it about 90 seconds into House of Cards before I shut it off. I cannot stand shows where the main character narrates by looking/speaking into the camera. :|
You missing out,it's a great series
Quote from: ytowndan on October 17, 2013, 06:10:00 PM
I made it about 90 seconds into House of Cards before I shut it off. I cannot stand shows where the main character narrates by looking/speaking into the camera. :|
Timeout!
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Quote from: JustJezmund on September 18, 2013, 09:58:03 AM
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Pretty cool DOC on the NYC nightclub. Wish I could have experienced this spot.
Wow.
I was
not expecting an AVAIL interview.
Rich! mond! V! A!
Quote from: Hicks on October 18, 2013, 09:54:51 AM
Quote from: ytowndan on October 17, 2013, 06:10:00 PM
I made it about 90 seconds into House of Cards before I shut it off. I cannot stand shows where the main character narrates by looking/speaking into the camera. :|
Timeout!
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:clap:
A BAND CALLED DEATH
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I literally could/did not believe this doc at first. I just couldn't imagine anybody writing music so ahead of its time. It sounds a bit like BadBrains' BLACK DOTS album, but they were playing like this in '73, which is fucking nuts. Not even the Stooges, Ramones or NewYorkDolls were at this level. They may have been punk, but Death is already honing in on hardcore.
I've only gotten halfway through the movie and their story seems very 'wrapped up' already, so I have no idea how they're going to fill in the other 45 minutes.
Quote from: Mr. Natural on November 06, 2013, 10:10:18 PM
A BAND CALLED DEATH
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I literally could/did not believe this doc at first. I just couldn't imagine anybody writing music so ahead of its time. It sounds a bit like BadBrains' BLACK DOTS album, but they were playing like this in '73, which is fucking nuts. Not even the Stooges, Ramones or NewYorkDolls were at this level. They may have been punk, but Death is already honing in on hardcore.
I've only gotten halfway through the movie and their story seems very 'wrapped up' already, so I have no idea how they're going to fill in the other 45 minutes.
Found one of their albums on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFs11ZFLpjE
It's fucking incredible.
Quote from: JustJezmund on September 18, 2013, 09:58:03 AM
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Pretty cool DOC on the NYC nightclub. Wish I could have experienced this spot.
Holy shit, I just watched this and had some serious flashbacks to that place. Saw a lot of shows there. Thanks for the heads up!
Aziz Ansari - BURIED ALIVE
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Great choice if you're entertaining some friends up for some hard laughs. There were several instances where I noticed that Aziz had really polished his performing chops.
This is a good
http://m.imgur.com/a/jvGAZ
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on November 27, 2013, 01:20:07 AM
This is a good
http://m.imgur.com/a/jvGAZ
That is a good. Will check some of those out. Tonight I watched the Year of the Horse on Netflix. Fucking money. I love Crazy Horse. It's funny, I look back and remember that I've seen Crazy Horse twice. I often forget that I've seen Neil Young more than that because I feel like the two Crazy Horse snows were the only times I really saw him.
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on November 27, 2013, 01:20:07 AM
This is a good
http://m.imgur.com/a/jvGAZ
I loved Jiro Dreams of Sushi. But holy shit, did I have an insatiable craving for sashimi by the time it was over. Senna was really good, too.
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Ever heard of "The Godfather"? It might be on Netflix and I think they made a sequel or something.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Just discovering Trainspotting is downright hilarious! If you like it there's a little known movie you might dig.. I think it was called Pulp Fiction, or something like that.
Check out The Acid House next.. Both were written by Irvine Welsh. The Acid House is a collection of three short stories that are absolutely funky nasty trippy hilarious..
Quote from: mattstick on October 17, 2013, 07:59:07 AM
Started watching last Friday, will finish last episode tonight. I love binge watching.
My new plan is to binge watch House Of Cards then The Wire, then get caught up on anything that's aired this year.
Just finished House of Cards tonight. Finished the series in less than a week! Highly recommended!
http://m.complex.com/pop-culture/2013/07/best-movies-netflix-streaming-right-now/safety-not-guaranteed
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on January 06, 2014, 02:00:12 PM
http://m.complex.com/pop-culture/2013/07/best-movies-netflix-streaming-right-now/safety-not-guaranteed
I liked that movie.
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Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on January 06, 2014, 02:00:12 PM
http://m.complex.com/pop-culture/2013/07/best-movies-netflix-streaming-right-now/safety-not-guaranteed
I liked that movie.
Heather and I just powered through 3 seasons of "Happy Endings".
Good 30 minute sitcom, Damon Wayans Jr is hilarious and steals the show.
The snow in we just had gave me a chance to check out orange is the new black.
There is so much I love about this show but at the same times feel like there is a lot of nonsense that is put I for the sole reason of being put in (because it's not cable and has no censor really)
Overall it's fantastic. I guess house of cards is next.
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saw this last night with the wifey, riveting. A lot of this stuff I already know about as I'm sure some if not most of you do as well. it was nice to have those ideas cemented in this documentary. def check it out!
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
Quote from: McGrupp on January 09, 2014, 06:40:08 PM
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
ha. we just started watching this too.
Quote from: McGrupp on January 09, 2014, 06:40:08 PM
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
I honestly think you're the first person I've witness hate on The Office. Ok, maybe you're not hating on it but you at least dislike it somewhat. I think I cried during the final episode I loved that show so much. I also grew up in Scranton, PA so maybe I'm a little biased.
Quote from: McGrupp on January 09, 2014, 06:40:08 PM
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
http://youtu.be/6OhJJR8nBl4
Quote from: Hicks on January 09, 2014, 08:11:58 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on January 09, 2014, 06:40:08 PM
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
http://youtu.be/6OhJJR8nBl4
awesome
Parks And Rec is a great show.
I feel like seasons 5 and 6 of Parks & Rec are coasting on the characters/actors and the writing isn't as funny as season 2/3/4
Quote from: mattstick on January 10, 2014, 08:24:41 AM
I feel like seasons 5 and 6 of Parks & Rec are coasting on the characters/actors and the writing isn't as funny as season 2/3/4
Last season had major story arcs that directed the episodes which was less of a thing in previous seasons.
This season is broken up by the departure of major characters which, I fell is limiting the shows ability to simply exist in a state of ongoing funny because they want to tell poignant stories with these actors before they go.
The talent is still strong in the writer's room and on screen so I suspect it'll rebound. There is definitely some strong stuff still happening in this and the last season.
Quote from: Insert Beer on January 09, 2014, 07:18:41 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on January 09, 2014, 06:40:08 PM
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
I honestly think you're the first person I've witness hate on The Office. Ok, maybe you're not hating on it but you at least dislike it somewhat. I think I cried during the final episode I loved that show so much. I also grew up in Scranton, PA so maybe I'm a little biased.
The Office was funny for its first few years. By the time Jim and Pam got married things were going downhill. My wife and I used to watch it religiously then had to stop. Same with Modern Family.
Quote from: V00D00BR3W on January 10, 2014, 12:15:27 PM
Quote from: Insert Beer on January 09, 2014, 07:18:41 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on January 09, 2014, 06:40:08 PM
I'm obviously like... 3-4 years late to the party on this one, but a couple weeks ago I (finally) got into parks and rec and haven't been able to stop watching it.
It's like The Office if The Office were funny.
I honestly think you're the first person I've witness hate on The Office. Ok, maybe you're not hating on it but you at least dislike it somewhat. I think I cried during the final episode I loved that show so much. I also grew up in Scranton, PA so maybe I'm a little biased.
The Office was funny for its first few years. By the time Jim and Pam got married things were going downhill. My wife and I used to watch it religiously then had to stop. Same with Modern Family.
Same with me. I used to watch Office and Modern Family both frequently. It got too boring after a couple seasons and really wasnt funny anymore. Seems like the writers got a little too comfortable with the characters and the writing just became so bland and lame. Its like there was not much character developmen and a lot a characters scripts seemed recycled. The characters made the same types of jokes over and over
I disagree about Modern Family. We still watch that show religiously.
Maron just got put up
Highly suggest this.
Kevin Hart - LET ME EXPLAIN
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I've seen him in movies, on TV and talk shows; he came across kind of meh, but I always got the feeling that, left alone onstage, he would be hilarious.
He totally is. I must have had at least 5 howls which should have woken up my son. I'll watch it again any chance I get.
Quote from: Mr. Natural on February 05, 2014, 12:29:02 AM
Kevin Hart - LET ME EXPLAIN
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I've seen him in movies, on TV and talk shows; he came across kind of meh, but I always got the feeling that, left alone onstage, he would be hilarious.
He totally is. I must have had at least 5 howls which should have woken up my son. I'll watch it again any chance I get.
Really? I tried watching and couldn't even make it past the horrid ten minute scripted opening.
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on February 05, 2014, 11:16:49 AM
Quote from: Mr. Natural on February 05, 2014, 12:29:02 AM
Kevin Hart - LET ME EXPLAIN
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I've seen him in movies, on TV and talk shows; he came across kind of meh, but I always got the feeling that, left alone onstage, he would be hilarious.
He totally is. I must have had at least 5 howls which should have woken up my son. I'll watch it again any chance I get.
Really? I tried watching and couldn't even make it past the horrid ten minute scripted opening.
Yeah, I struggled with it, as well.
So I've been watching Dexter for the last month or so now. Holy fucking mother of fuck. On season 5 now. Anyone else watch this?
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 07, 2014, 07:28:46 PM
So I've been watching Dexter for the last month or so now. Holy fucking mother of fuck. On season 5 now. Anyone else watch this?
http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=10129.0
Quote from: rowjimmy on January 09, 2014, 10:55:53 PM
Parks And Rec is a great show.
This. Plus, Rashida Jones and Amy Poehler are hot.
Quote from: khalpin on February 07, 2014, 07:47:44 PM
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 07, 2014, 07:28:46 PM
So I've been watching Dexter for the last month or so now. Holy fucking mother of fuck. On season 5 now. Anyone else watch this?
http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=10129.0
Thanks, guess I better wait until I'm all finished though.
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 10, 2014, 07:43:35 AM
Quote from: khalpin on February 07, 2014, 07:47:44 PM
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 07, 2014, 07:28:46 PM
So I've been watching Dexter for the last month or so now. Holy fucking mother of fuck. On season 5 now. Anyone else watch this?
http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=10129.0
Thanks, guess I better wait until I'm all finished though.
Start at the beginning of the thread and stop when we start talking about a season you haven't seen.
Or jump in at the end, tell folks what you've seen and maybe we won't throw spoilers.
Quote from: rowjimmy on February 10, 2014, 08:30:51 AM
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 10, 2014, 07:43:35 AM
Quote from: khalpin on February 07, 2014, 07:47:44 PM
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 07, 2014, 07:28:46 PM
So I've been watching Dexter for the last month or so now. Holy fucking mother of fuck. On season 5 now. Anyone else watch this?
http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=10129.0
Thanks, guess I better wait until I'm all finished though.
Start at the beginning of the thread and stop when we start talking about a season you haven't seen.
Or jump in at the end, tell folks what you've seen and maybe we won't throw spoilers.
Season 6 premiered on Oct 2nd, 2011 if you want to just look at the timestamps on the posts.
Quote from: khalpin on February 10, 2014, 08:34:05 AM
Quote from: rowjimmy on February 10, 2014, 08:30:51 AM
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 10, 2014, 07:43:35 AM
Quote from: khalpin on February 07, 2014, 07:47:44 PM
Quote from: Insert Beer on February 07, 2014, 07:28:46 PM
So I've been watching Dexter for the last month or so now. Holy fucking mother of fuck. On season 5 now. Anyone else watch this?
http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=10129.0
Thanks, guess I better wait until I'm all finished though.
Start at the beginning of the thread and stop when we start talking about a season you haven't seen.
Or jump in at the end, tell folks what you've seen and maybe we won't throw spoilers.
Season 6 premiered on Oct 2nd, 2011 if you want to just look at the timestamps on the posts.
Good call.
Didn't we have a House of Cards thread?
Any who, just watched the first episode of season 2.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard Didn't see that coming. :samurai:
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If no one has seen this watch it. Basic doc about Fela with a bunch of cool music footage throughout. I'm only 7min in and I recommend it.
Quote from: justjezmund on February 18, 2014, 08:45:41 AM
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If no one has seen this watch it. Basic doc about Fela with a bunch of cool music footage throughout. I'm only 7min in and I recommend it.
Saw this on the big screen several years ago, and then again several times on the small screen. Does not disappoint.
Question for you Netflix streaming folks. Has anyone else run into problems streaming Netflix over the past few months where it's constantly re-buffering? Granted, I'm on crappy Verizon DSL as that's the best thing available where I live, but I never had a problem over the past few years until recently. It's happening on the Roku, the Blu-Ray player and the XBox. I vaguely remember reading an article a few weeks ago about how Netflix speeds were declining or something like that, but I can't seem to find it.
Verizon is throttling Netflix.
Welcome to the new internet.
Google fiber cannot come soon enough!!!
Quote from: PG on February 18, 2014, 10:05:41 AM
Google fiber cannot come soon enough!!!
For most of America, it will not.
Here it comes:
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I started having Netflix problems on Time Warner around mid December. Mostly affecting the Aaple TVs. Usually iPads, laptops and one Bluray player (but not the other) perform better. It's been really obnoxious.
X-files is easily the greatest series on netflix. Just dove into season six now, this show is still just as awesome as ever.
Quote from: justjezmund on February 18, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
X-files is easily the greatest series on netflix. Just dove into season six now, this show is still just as awesome as ever.
Bail when Fox Mulder does.
Quote from: rowjimmy on February 18, 2014, 10:41:23 AM
Quote from: justjezmund on February 18, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
X-files is easily the greatest series on netflix. Just dove into season six now, this show is still just as awesome as ever.
Bail when Fox Mulder does.
what no love for t-1000?
Quote from: rowjimmy on February 18, 2014, 10:08:32 AM
Quote from: PG on February 18, 2014, 10:05:41 AM
Google fiber cannot come soon enough!!!
For most of America, it will not.
Here it comes:
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Is that real, or some kind of example? Fuck that shit. Riot in the streets time.
Quote from: justjezmund on February 18, 2014, 10:50:48 AM
Quote from: rowjimmy on February 18, 2014, 10:41:23 AM
Quote from: justjezmund on February 18, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
X-files is easily the greatest series on netflix. Just dove into season six now, this show is still just as awesome as ever.
Bail when Fox Mulder does.
what no love for t-1000?
The shark. He jumped it.
Quote from: mbw on February 18, 2014, 11:40:48 AM
Is that real, or some kind of example? Fuck that shit. Riot in the streets time.
Just an example of the crap that is coming down the line. Esp. with this Comcast/Time Warner deal...
Quote from: justjezmund on February 18, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
X-files is easily the greatest series on netflix. Just dove into season six now, this show is still just as awesome as ever.
this. 100% this.
prob in my top 5 fav tv series.
but yeah it does get a little whack when mulder dips.
still A+ show
nothing much but we at least there is a date.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yr01fJwzcks
^^ Looking forward to its return.
Also, I decided to give House of Cards another shot. The whole "look at the camera and talk to the viewer" thing still bugs me a bit but, since I knew it was coming this time, I got over it pretty quickly. Anyhow, the show's pretty awesome. I have a feeling I'll be all caught up within a week.
http://youtu.be/ucz3JpvDQjk
Quote from: ytowndan on February 20, 2014, 06:58:54 PM
^^ Looking forward to its return.
Also, I decided to give House of Cards another shot. The whole "look at the camera and talk to the viewer" thing still bugs me a bit but, since I knew it was coming this time, I got over it pretty quickly. Anyhow, the show's pretty awesome. I have a feeling I'll be all caught up within a week.
Just made a post about this in "Right Now I'm Watching." I finished season 2 this weekend, I loved it. Have you caught up yet?
Quote from: zimbra on March 10, 2014, 04:22:56 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on February 20, 2014, 06:58:54 PM
^^ Looking forward to its return.
Also, I decided to give House of Cards another shot. The whole "look at the camera and talk to the viewer" thing still bugs me a bit but, since I knew it was coming this time, I got over it pretty quickly. Anyhow, the show's pretty awesome. I have a feeling I'll be all caught up within a week.
Just made a post about this in "Right Now I'm Watching." I finished season 2 this weekend, I loved it. Have you caught up yet?
Yeah, I'm all caught up now. I banged them all out in less than a week, actually. :-D
Totally hooked. Too bad it's gonna be a year until there's new episodes.
Midway through season 2 on HoC...
Shit is pretty good.
Quote from: ytowndan on March 10, 2014, 09:08:54 PM
Quote from: zimbra on March 10, 2014, 04:22:56 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on February 20, 2014, 06:58:54 PM
^^ Looking forward to its return.
Also, I decided to give House of Cards another shot. The whole "look at the camera and talk to the viewer" thing still bugs me a bit but, since I knew it was coming this time, I got over it pretty quickly. Anyhow, the show's pretty awesome. I have a feeling I'll be all caught up within a week.
Just made a post about this in "Right Now I'm Watching." I finished season 2 this weekend, I loved it. Have you caught up yet?
Yeah, I'm all caught up now. I banged them all out in less than a week, actually. :-D
Totally hooked. Too bad it's gonna be a year until there's new episodes.
Yeah, I hate that but if that's what it takes to keep the quality of the show then I'm 100% okay with it.
suggestion for good movie on netflix?
Almost done the 1st season of HoC and am pretty into it.
Agreed on the talk to the camera bits but it doesn't ruin the show for me.
Here are two instant classics:
http://www.netflix.com/WiMovie/Rotisserie_Chicken/70305786?trkid=437879
http://www.netflix.com/WiMovie/Sizzling_Bacon/70305785?trkid=437879
Watched the bacon one this morning. Awesome stuff.
I recently watched both Sherlock and Luther. I'd recommend them both.
First time a tired house of cards I was indifferent. Tried again and now seem to be blowing through episodes. Spacey is great as always, I actually like the breaking fourth wall aspect since it's not overwhelming.
The Dirties.
excellent "documentary" about bullies in high school, and it goes to the extreme by the end.
Muscle Shoals.
documentary on music.
Kill Bill 1&2
fun to revisit.
Quote from: WillBreathes on May 30, 2014, 09:56:44 AM
Kill Bill 1&2
fun to revisit.
Watched these recently as well. Definitely prefer Vol. 1.
Only thing volume 1 lacked was this guy:
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Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
not on netflix, but available for streaming from itunes or amazon for about $4....
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Beware of Mr. Baker
I saw the world premier of this at SXSW 2012. It is amazing! Here's my review from seeing it then:
Quote
The synopsis:
QuoteGinger Baker is known for playing in Cream and Blind Faith, but the world's greatest drummer didn't hit his stride until 1972, when he arrived in Nigeria and discovered Fela Kuti's Afrobeat. After leaving Nigeria, Ginger returned to his pattern of drug-induced self-destruction, and countless groundbreaking musical works, eventually settling in South Africa, where the 73-year-old lives with his young bride and 39 polo ponies. This documentary includes interviews with Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Carlos Santana and more. Beware of Mr. Baker! With every smash of the drum is a man smashing his way through life.
I was blown away by this film. The director bullshitted his way into Baker's life and lived with him in South Africa for months to get it made. He wasn't a filmmaker going in. He had no idea what he was doing. He came away with a brilliant film and great narrative. He used animation at times to bring certain themes home... None of it was overbearing or cheesy. It was really good.
The film is a fairly straightforward biography told chronologically. Lots of footage from all of Baker's musical projects and mostly based on interviews done in his living room while the director lived with him. Interviews with all the major players in his life including all 4 wives, his kids, his bandmates, etc.
The director, producers, and key crew people were there for questions and answers afterward. This was the world premier, so we were the first audience to see it. The director was clearly not used to the attention. He was nervous talking in front of the crowd. His mom was there as were clearly a few dozen of his friends.
The producer did mention that they still don't have a signed release from Baker to release the film. Let's hope that happens soon. This film needs to be seen.
I give it 4 stars.
Just saw that this one is available for streaming on Netflix now.
Also...
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Quote from: PG on June 05, 2014, 07:02:19 PM
Also...
(http://i.imgur.com/PlVlP1G.jpg)
why did you lie to me?
Season 2 is now up!
Watched the first episode of House of Cards last night. Enjoyed it. I think the show would be just as good if he didn't talk to the camera, but it's fine.
Three episodes into HoC. I'm enjoying this more than I thought I would. Rep. Underwood is a master manipulator; great fun to watch.
not sure if it's been mentioned yet, but The Fall is a pretty sweet show.
a netflix original, originally just shown in Europe I believe.
About a serial killer in Belfast and the police tracking him.
3 episodes in and its good stuff.
Quote from: mbw on July 25, 2014, 05:28:33 PM
not sure if it's been mentioned yet, but The Fall is a pretty sweet show.
a netflix original, originally just shown in Europe I believe.
About a serial killer in Belfast and the police tracking him.
3 episodes in and its good stuff.
Been wondering, I'll check it out, thanks.
Quote from: mbw on July 25, 2014, 05:28:33 PM
not sure if it's been mentioned yet, but The Fall is a pretty sweet show.
a netflix original, originally just shown in Europe I believe.
About a serial killer in Belfast and the police tracking him.
3 episodes in and its good stuff.
Thanks for the rec. At first I thought you were referring to the movie "The Fall" from 2006, which I absolutely loved. Very unique. Not available streaming, though.
It will give you ser blue balls as its only one season so far and there are only 5 episodes.
Quote from: mbw on July 26, 2014, 09:35:40 AM
It will give you ser blue balls as its only one season so far and there are only 5 episodes.
Terrible blue balls. WTF? How does a show get commissioned for 5 eps? Amateur hour.
Liked it though. Phone convo at the end had torsion.
Kind of in between The Killing (AMC) and Epitafios (HBO Latin America).
I won't go into Epitafios too much since it is HBO and this is a Netflix thread, but if this weren't a Netflix thread, I would highly recommend Epitafios even though subtitles are a necessity unless you speak conversational Spanish. At any rate, since this is a Netflix thread, I will quickly finish by saying Epitafios goes even further than The Fall in terms of arc, brutality, direction, torsion, and it has more than 5 eps. Even a second season. But this is a Netflix thread, so.....
Thanks for the rec, hope they renew, thanks again, Epitafios.
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if you love hip-hop you will like this documentary. I'm not a big Kanye West fan per se, to be honest I haven't heard any of his music however his impromptu rhyme had me grinning, good stuff. check it out, directed by Ice-T.
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if you love hip-hop you will like this documentary. I'm not a big Kanye West fan per se, to be honest I haven't heard any of his music however his impromptu rhyme had me grinning, good stuff. check it out, directed by Ice-T.
can't see the pic, so i don't know what movie you are referring to. i know you are a huge hip-hop/rap fan. you should really check out some kanye albums. two of my favs are his debut, The College Dropout and one of his last ones My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. they are both brilliant.
I enjoy hip hop but I can not give that douchebag any of my time or money, no matter how brilliant his music is.
someone on Reddit went thru IMDB's "Top 250" and checked availability on Netflix for your easy reference - here you go:
http://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/2cjpyw/i_crossed_imdbs_top_250_list_with_movies/
Quote from: mbw on August 03, 2014, 12:31:04 PM
Quote from: susep on August 03, 2014, 12:07:51 PM
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if you love hip-hop you will like this documentary. I'm not a big Kanye West fan per se, to be honest I haven't heard any of his music however his impromptu rhyme had me grinning, good stuff. check it out, directed by Ice-T.
can't see the pic, so i don't know what movie you are referring to. i know you are a huge hip-hop/rap fan. you should really check out some kanye albums. two of my favs are his debut, The College Dropout and one of his last ones My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. they are both brilliant.
cool I'll check 'em out.
Quote from: tet on August 04, 2014, 03:52:11 PM
someone on Reddit went thru IMDB's "Top 250" and checked availability on Netflix for your easy reference - here you go:
http://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/2cjpyw/i_crossed_imdbs_top_250_list_with_movies/
Thanks!
Also, every once in a while I see articles on "movies that are about to get added/removed from Netflix Streaming" each month. I wish that was more public and you didn't have to search around for it.
Inspired by the recently posted Star Wars video I watched The People Vs. George Lucas today. Very well done and highly recommended to any Star Wars fan.
Quote from: V00D00BR3W on August 30, 2014, 04:03:06 PM
Inspired by the recently posted Star Wars video I watched The People Vs. George Lucas today. Very well done and highly recommended to any Star Wars fan.
I watched that a few years ago, I definitely liked it.
Bojack Horseman.
New Trailer Park Boys released Friday, September 5th!
For this weekend
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Quote from: Mr. Natural on August 31, 2014, 09:31:09 PM
For this weekend
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Watched it last night, highly recommend.
This is from someone that knew nothing about this fest going in.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on August 31, 2014, 09:37:11 PM
Quote from: Mr. Natural on August 31, 2014, 09:31:09 PM
For this weekend
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Watched it last night, highly recommend.
This is from someone that knew nothing about this fest going in.
Nice, will check it out.
watched this movie called rounders last night with ed norton and matt damon it was really good actually.
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Don't forget Russian Malkovich!
they just added all of californication so ive been working through that.
Quote from: khalpin on June 04, 2014, 12:04:43 PM
Quote from: PG on June 21, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
not on netflix, but available for streaming from itunes or amazon for about $4....
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Beware of Mr. Baker
I saw the world premier of this at SXSW 2012. It is amazing! Here's my review from seeing it then:
Quote
The synopsis:
QuoteGinger Baker is known for playing in Cream and Blind Faith, but the world's greatest drummer didn't hit his stride until 1972, when he arrived in Nigeria and discovered Fela Kuti's Afrobeat. After leaving Nigeria, Ginger returned to his pattern of drug-induced self-destruction, and countless groundbreaking musical works, eventually settling in South Africa, where the 73-year-old lives with his young bride and 39 polo ponies. This documentary includes interviews with Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Carlos Santana and more. Beware of Mr. Baker! With every smash of the drum is a man smashing his way through life.
I was blown away by this film. The director bullshitted his way into Baker's life and lived with him in South Africa for months to get it made. He wasn't a filmmaker going in. He had no idea what he was doing. He came away with a brilliant film and great narrative. He used animation at times to bring certain themes home... None of it was overbearing or cheesy. It was really good.
The film is a fairly straightforward biography told chronologically. Lots of footage from all of Baker's musical projects and mostly based on interviews done in his living room while the director lived with him. Interviews with all the major players in his life including all 4 wives, his kids, his bandmates, etc.
The director, producers, and key crew people were there for questions and answers afterward. This was the world premier, so we were the first audience to see it. The director was clearly not used to the attention. He was nervous talking in front of the crowd. His mom was there as were clearly a few dozen of his friends.
The producer did mention that they still don't have a signed release from Baker to release the film. Let's hope that happens soon. This film needs to be seen.
I give it 4 stars.
Just saw that this one is available for streaming on Netflix now.
saw this last night via Nf, excellent. started looking for Graham Bond records today without success. cool story. it was nice to see him receive a standing ovation in Salzburg. they know what's up.
SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK
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Hadn't seen this one yet. Wow. That was actually as good as everybody says it is.
Several times during the movie, I couldn't help but laugh "fuckin' Philadelphia, man."
Quote from: Mr. Natural on November 11, 2014, 10:16:52 PM
SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK
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Hadn't seen this one yet. Wow. That was actually as good as everybody says it is.
Several times during the movie, I couldn't help but laugh "fuckin' Philadelphia, man."
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard i thought the same
VIDEO GAMES: THE MOVIE
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A history of gaming. They have a timeline, which they go up and down along, as they examine different aspects of the tech & culture. Depending on your age, you'll probably nostalgically chuckle at several parts.
Quote from: Mr. Natural on November 13, 2014, 03:50:47 PM
VIDEO GAMES: THE MOVIE
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A history of gaming. They have a timeline, which they go up and down along, as they examine different aspects of the tech & culture. Depending on your age, you'll probably nostalgically chuckle at several parts.
i found this movie "meh" at best... kind of childish, and didn't really tell me anything new
Snowpiercer
If you're into Sci-Fi, check this one out.
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watched this movie "Clean Skin"
about terrorists in London.
Good action movie.
Also watched Burt's Buzz which is a documentary on Burt from Burts bees. It was good I guess
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Inequality of all
very good, very informative, very interesting... very honest.
BEYOND THE BLACK RAINBOW
Watch this one with the lights off. It totally pulled me into its world. Freaky, creepy and entrancing.
Pretty great Levon Helm documentary on there, Ain't In It For My Health.
And one persons journey to become a self made guru, Kumare.
New Bill Burr. Tons of great stuff. His bit on Donald Sterling (former owner of the LA Clippers) is classic Burr.
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Sorry is Black Mirror has already been mentioned...
but Black Mirror is very interesting.
Quote from: Mr. Natural on December 21, 2014, 11:11:58 PM
New Bill Burr. Tons of great stuff. His bit on Donald Sterling (former owner of the LA Clippers) is classic Burr.
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I watched this today. Bill Burr is awesome.
Now we just need a new Louis CK special.
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Quote from: Mr. Natural on December 21, 2014, 11:11:58 PM
New Bill Burr. Tons of great stuff. His bit on Donald Sterling (former owner of the LA Clippers) is classic Burr.
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I watched this today. Bill Burr is awesome.
Now we just need a new Louis CK special.
Louis' writing is all headed to his show these days. Hence no new special in a while.
An Idiot Abroad
A Ricky Gervais travel show where he sends his buddy Karl, who is kinda dopey and not adventurous at all, on trips to exotic places around the world.
The first season he goes to the wonders of the world, the second season he goes on bucket list type type trips.
It is pretty hilarious.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgjFmhs5rk8
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Karl Pilkington is the man!
That show is freakin' hilarious!
Quote from: PGLHAH on January 06, 2015, 06:59:51 PM
Quote from: mistercharlie on January 06, 2015, 06:41:04 PM
Quote from: Mr. Natural on December 21, 2014, 11:11:58 PM
New Bill Burr. Tons of great stuff. His bit on Donald Sterling (former owner of the LA Clippers) is classic Burr.
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I watched this today. Bill Burr is awesome.
Now we just need a new Louis CK special.
Louis' writing is all headed to his show these days. Hence no new special in a while.
I'm on Louis' e-mail list and received an email today about having to cancel his MSG show, but it did contain this little line:
Quote from: Louis CKAlso I will be contacting you very soon about my new standup special which will be historically available only on my website louisck.net very soon.
20 feet from stardom.
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Karl Pilkington is the man!
one of my favorite people in the world. got about 100 XFM radio shows archived which is where Ricky & Steve discovered him some 13 years ago
I'm finally getting around to Portlandia.
This is great. I can't believe I slept on this for so long.
A new Netflix original The Other One: The Long Strange Trip of Bob Weir
QuoteWhile Jerry Garcia became idolized and the face of the Grateful Dead, founding member and guitarist Bob Weir was along for every step of the band's long, strange trip to icon status. Using rare archival concert and behind-the-scenes footage, and interviews with fellow band members, relatives and Weir himself, this documentary chronicles Weir's own wild ride from his initiation into psychedelic drugs to his last days with Garcia.
http://www.netflix.com/WiMovie/80011852?dccid=63092956&dcaid=291193353&dcpid=118416403&mqso=90076873&dcnid=38201&odpRedirect=true
I really liked The Other One.
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So, I trust everyone's seen Zombeavers by now :hereitisyousentimentalbastard (seriously give it a try for the first 5 minutes)....anyway, so I just found out about a site called flicksurfer.com which lists everything available on Netflix streaming and is sortable by Netflix user rating, IMDb rating, Rotten Tomatoes or a combination of the three. Much better than just browsing the Netflix site.
I wasnt sure if that was a serious recommendation
Can we bend this into a Hulu Recommendation Thread, too?
Ok, good.
RISE UP (2007)
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Follows three aspirants vying for a break in the Jamaican music biz. One dude's name is Turbulence the Chaos (urban poor). There's also a farm-girl named Kimoy with an unbelievable voice (rural poor). The third is Ice Anastasia (uptown rich). It follows all three concurrently, as their stories/opportunities unravel. Well-made flick.
WAH DO DEM (2009)
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A millennial Brooklyn hipster [no, keep reading] wins a cruise for two to Jamaica, but his old lady (Norah Jones) dumps him and he winds up going on a soul-searching trip by himself. There was a bit too much set-up time spent on the cruise ship taking him south, imo; but once he hits the island, there's tons of great stuff. He gets some great glimpses into island life. Then the movie wraps up pretty hastily.
We've had a heat wave - 2 weeks over 95 degrees every day - so I've gone Jamaican with my movie viewing.
ALTMAN (2014)
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It's easy to forget how many kickass movies this dude has made.
This is a great doc, especially if you're already a fan. My favorite parts were when they showed the early TV forays his future trademarks, which got him fired (or barred from studio lots), i.e. overlapping dialogue. Plus, the full length of Gene Shalit's review for POPEYE - ouch!
If you've got the stomach for Russell Brand, he's got a couple new ones up, an hour each.
END THE DRUGS WAR - An addicts'-level view of the war on drugs and different European approaches to it: public injection centers in Switzerland, gov't-supplied methadone in Britain, and prison recovery groups.
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And on a more personal note, FROM ADDICTION TO RECOVERY, his love letter to Amy Winehouse.
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Mile, Mile and a Half
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MILE... MILE & A HALF (trailer 1) (https://vimeo.com/36675195)
i'm just starting to plan my trip for this time next year, and happen to see this on the flix the other week. nice docu-style about hiking the John Muir Trail.
its a 212 mile hike from Yosemite NP to the peak of the tallest mountain in the continental US, Mt. Whitney. Elevation barely drops below 8000 ft, and goes above 11000 ft about 7 times iirc.
highly recommend this movie
sick! looks like an awesome documentary, might watch this tonight.
Quote from: emayPhishyMD on August 25, 2015, 02:00:23 PM
sick! looks like an awesome documentary, might watch this tonight.
definitely check it out!
have always wanted to do that but never seem to take the time to save and plan ahead of time to get it going.
Quote from: emayPhishyMD on August 25, 2015, 02:06:45 PM
have always wanted to do that but never seem to take the time to save and plan ahead of time to get it going.
honestly... me neither. thats why i'm starting now. i've gathered so much info that my head feels like :crazy:
Started watching Narcos. Pablo Escobar VS DEA series on Netflix. Pretty good, check it out.
Quote from: justjezmund on August 30, 2015, 07:12:16 PM
Started watching Narcos. Pablo Escobar VS DEA series on Netflix. Pretty good, check it out.
Added this to my queue this morning. Looking forward to it.
Watched the first episode of Narcos last night, looks like this will be a pretty sweet series.
Quote from: Hicks on August 30, 2015, 10:27:22 PM
Watched the first episode of Narcos last night, looks like this will be a pretty sweet series.
Finished it today. It is.
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Quote from: Hicks on August 30, 2015, 10:27:22 PM
Watched the first episode of Narcos last night, looks like this will be a pretty sweet series.
Finished it today. It is.
Just watched the first three episodes. Awesome show so far.
Is this an ongoing series? I see there's ten episodes, but is that it? Like a mini-series, or does it leave some of the story for another season?
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Quote from: emayPhishyMD on August 25, 2015, 02:00:23 PM
sick! looks like an awesome documentary, might watch this tonight.
definitely check it out!
just saw this
Yosemite is one of my favorite places on earth (plan to go back soon)
thanks for the rec
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Quote from: mbw on August 30, 2015, 10:37:13 PM
Quote from: Hicks on August 30, 2015, 10:27:22 PM
Watched the first episode of Narcos last night, looks like this will be a pretty sweet series.
Finished it today. It is.
Just watched the first three episodes. Awesome show so far.
Is this an ongoing series? I see there's ten episodes, but is that it? Like a mini-series, or does it leave some of the story for another season?
i believe it is ongoing. not to give too much away but the story was not over at the end.
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Quote from: emayPhishyMD on August 25, 2015, 02:00:23 PM
sick! looks like an awesome documentary, might watch this tonight.
definitely check it out!
just saw this
Yosemite is one of my favorite places on earth (plan to go back soon)
thanks for the rec
yep! hope you enjoy it!
just finished it - f'n awesome!
thanks again!
good luck on planning your hike - it seems as if it would be life changing
Quote from: slslbs on September 07, 2015, 10:48:21 PM
just finished it - f'n awesome!
thanks again!
good luck on planning your hike - it seems as if it would be life changing
awesome! glad you enjoyed it! i've watched it several times and it gets me more pumped each viewing!
the biggest point i take away from it is that they are all just ordinary people, not ones that are big thru-hikers ... tells me i can do it too!
Anyone watch the Keef Richards documentary yet? Sofa king good! Compared it to the Bob Weir doc I enjoyed Keef's a lot more. The man LOVES the blues and hearing him talk about his influences is just an incredible way to understand a musician so much more.
Does he talk about how Robert Johnson was so amazing that his band took two guitar players to recreate songs he played solo?
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Quote from: emayPhishyMD on August 25, 2015, 02:06:45 PM
have always wanted to do that but never seem to take the time to save and plan ahead of time to get it going.
honestly... me neither. thats why i'm starting now. i've gathered so much info that my head feels like :crazy:
this documentary looks awesome. And yeah start saving emay and do it, so worth it since you are on that side of the country now.
I did 80 miles of it through the high sierras like 15 yrs ago. Awesome time.
Quote from: EdBanky on September 23, 2015, 06:10:03 PM
Anyone watch the Keef Richards documentary yet? Sofa king good! Compared it to the Bob Weir doc I enjoyed Keef's a lot more. The man LOVES the blues and hearing him talk about his influences is just an incredible way to understand a musician so much more.
It's not so much a Keef documentary, as it is a making-of for his new album. He calls it his "hats off" album - one track is his "hats off" to Gregory Isaacs, another is his "hats off" to Leadbelly, etc.
Having said that, I dug it. There's a little bit of history (nothing new in this retelling), but it's mostly him and Stanley Jordan putting the album together - which is pretty cool, imo. His acoustic finger-picking is nice to hear. I also like seeing KR's personality outside of the Stones. He says that the Stones can take too long to write, record, tour (in other words, be a working band) so he puts his solo albums together partly because he knows it will make Mick & the boys get their asses in gear.
I need to watch that shit. I did listen to Keef on the wtf podcast yesterday. Great interview!!!
Check it out here:
http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards (http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards)
Quote from: PGLHAH on September 24, 2015, 07:19:45 PM
I need to watch that shit. I did listen to Keef on the wtf podcast yesterday. Great interview!!!
Check it out here:
http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards (http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards)
Oh snap! I'll have to throw this on during my bike ride later this evening.
Quote from: EdBanky on September 24, 2015, 07:47:11 PM
Quote from: PGLHAH on September 24, 2015, 07:19:45 PM
I need to watch that shit. I did listen to Keef on the wtf podcast yesterday. Great interview!!!
Check it out here:
http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards (http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards)
Oh snap! I'll have to throw this on during my bike ride later this evening.
That's whatt Idid yesterday. After I had cut out the intro with all the commercials and shit.
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Quote from: PGLHAH on September 24, 2015, 07:19:45 PM
I need to watch that shit. I did listen to Keef on the wtf podcast yesterday. Great interview!!!
Check it out here:
http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards (http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/episode_639_-_keith_richards)
Oh snap! I'll have to throw this on during my bike ride later this evening.
That's whatt Idid yesterday. After I had cut out the intro with all the commercials and shit.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard I know most people hate the first 20 minutes of a Marc Maron podcast, but kind of enjoy his ranting at the beginning.
That KR doc was great. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Just watched Cowspiracy. I was initially skeptical going into it, but this documentary had my attention the entire time. I'm sure most of you are familiar with effect animal agriculture has on this planet, but I never knew the magnitude of the situation. This film was very eye-opening to me. Strongly recommend this doc to anyone who cares about the future of this planet.
Quote from: EdBanky on September 30, 2015, 12:44:07 AM
Just watched Cowspiracy. I was initially skeptical going into it, but this documentary had my attention the entire time. I'm sure most of you are familiar with effect animal agriculture has on this planet, but I never knew the magnitude of the situation. This film was very eye-opening to me. Strongly recommend this doc to anyone who cares about the future of this planet.
The planet will be fine.
I'm four episodes into Master of None, and I'd highly recommend it. Netflix has another winner here.
Quote from: ytowndan on November 07, 2015, 12:21:01 AM
I'm four episodes into Master of None, and I'd highly recommend it. Netflix has another winner here.
yeah im two episodes in, its like Aziz's seinfeld, almost.
entertaining and worth the watch
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Quote from: ytowndan on November 07, 2015, 12:21:01 AM
I'm four episodes into Master of None, and I'd highly recommend it. Netflix has another winner here.
yeah im two episodes in, its like Aziz's seinfeld, almost.
entertaining and worth the watch
3rd'd. Great show. I think I'm 6 in now.
Quote from: PGLHAH on November 11, 2015, 02:21:20 PM
Quote from: emayPhishyMD on November 11, 2015, 01:49:44 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on November 07, 2015, 12:21:01 AM
I'm four episodes into Master of None, and I'd highly recommend it. Netflix has another winner here.
yeah im two episodes in, its like Aziz's seinfeld, almost.
entertaining and worth the watch
3rd'd. Great show. I think I'm 6 in now.
Yeah really enjoyed it.
It would have been nice if they had given Harris Wittles a shout out in the form of an RIP or dedication in the credits.
Harris is listed in the credits as a producer and writer, I think.
Also, check this out....
https://www.facebook.com/azizansari/photos/a.296513517576.177872.27067972576/10153801942137577/?type=3&theater (https://www.facebook.com/azizansari/photos/a.296513517576.177872.27067972576/10153801942137577/?type=3&theater)
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My dad took off most of his vacation time for the year to act in Master of None. So I'm really relieved this all worked out. Tonight after we did Colbert together he said: "This is all fun and I liked acting in the show, but I really just did it so I could spend more time with you." I almost instantly collapsed into tears at the thought of how much this person cares about me and took care of me and gave me everything to give me the amazing life I have. I felt like a total piece of garbage for all the times I haven't visited my parents and told them I wanted to stay in New York cause I'd get bored in SC. I'm an incredibly lucky person and many of you are as well. Not to beat a dead horse here and sorry if this is cheesy or too sentimental but if your parents are good to you too, just go do something nice for them. I bet they care and love you more than you realize.
I've been overwhelmed by the response to the Parents episode of our show. What's strange is doing that episode and working with my parents has increased the quality of my relationship to my parents IN MY REAL LIFE. In reality, I haven't always had the best, most open relationship with my parents because we are weirdly closed off emotionally sometimes. But we are getting better. And if you have something like that with your family - I urge you to work at it and get better because these are special people in your life and I get terrified when my dad tells me about friends of his, people close to his age, that are having serious health issues, etc. Enjoy and love these people while you can.
Anyway, this show and my experiences with my parents while working on it have been very important in many ways and I thank for you the part you all have played in it.
Aziz has given personal shout-outs to Harris elsewhere too.
Thanks for the rec, guys. Watched the first episode tonight with my wife and will definitely watch more.
Just saying that considering that it was the last thing he did, I found it odd that there was no acknowledgement beyond the standard credits.
We're halfway through Master of None and I already wish there was more of it too watch.
Now they drop W/ Bob and David NETFLIX WINS!
I watched all ten of masters of none yesterday. Very funny. I really enjoyed it.
I finished Masters of None last week and thought it was hilarious. I hope it continues.
My wife & I have been talking about the difference between 1st-generation immigrants (who often have gnarly hard-luck stories) and 2nd-generation immigrants, who often don't hear about their parents hardships. It started when her brother was talking shit on fb about Syrian refugees. My wife responded with something along the lines of "that's the same shit people used to say to Mom & Dad when they moved here." Her brother was like "Our parents were never vetted," which sent my wife through the roof. (In a nutshell, yes, they very much were.)
We got on this talk about how traumatic experiences often don't get communicated to one's children, who wind up having very little idea what their parents went through. (I've had a few Jewish friends tell me about how their grandparents never spoke about the Holocaust to their parents. It can be a blank patch of their history, as far as their kids are concerned.)
Then we watched the 2nd episode of MASTER OF NONE, where Aziz and his buddy are total lightweights compared to their parents. The parents put up with supershitty hardships, so hard they can't/don't tell Aziz & his friend about them. Then they're wind up feeling bummed when they see how soft their sons are. It fit in with our Syrian refugee / Mexican immigrant conversation.
You guys watch "A Very Murray Christmas" yet?
Bill Murray & Sofia Coppola's take on a classic Christmas special that feels a bit like a sequel to "Lost In Translation".
There are songs, some sincere and some funny. There are comedy bits.
It is brilliant.
Quote from: rowjimmy on December 06, 2015, 09:47:05 PM
You guys watch "A Very Murray Christmas" yet?
I saw this the other day. I'll check it out now since you've recommended. Thanks!
Loved the Murray Christmas special. I too would highly recommend it.
Also, I've blown through Daredevil and Jessica Jones in the last couple weeks. Is anyone else digging these Marvel/Netflix series? Luke Cage is apparently up next, debuting in 2016, with Iron Fist TBA. Eventually they'll get to a Defenders mini-series. I really enjoyed the first two, and I'm pumped for more seasons.
Still moving slowly through Daredevil and hoping to take up Jessica Jones after that.
Allow to to say again that I loved A Very Murray Christmas.
I thought Jessica Jones was cool for a few episodes but didn't bother to finish it.
I dig the Marvel Cinematic Universe crossovers, but tying them into each other with references to the Avengers movies seems a little... cheesy?
Quote from: mattstick on December 11, 2015, 11:04:44 AM
I thought Jessica Jones was cool for a few episodes but didn't bother to finish it.
I dig the Marvel Cinematic Universe crossovers, but tying them into each other with references to the Avengers movies seems a little... cheesy?
I thought they were subtle enough with it in Daredevil. It's a MAJOR event in NYC and they live in NYC.
The tie-ins with Agents of SHIELD (which is a show I love) have been way more direct and, sometimes very well executed. You can see them building up to Civil War now.
Not related to Netflix, but I loved Antman and the tie-in with Falcon, raiding the Avengers HQ, etc.
DO I SOUND GAY?
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Great idea for a documentary. Don't be fooled by the trailer, though - this is mainly about one dude's journey. One not-always-very-likeable dude. The interviews he scores are great: Tim Gunn, David Sedaris, Takei, Savage, et al. Unfortunately, they only come in every 10 - 15 minutes. When the medical professionals are breaking down speech patterns, or we're hearing from notable gay figures and their own struggles - it works. When we're stuck in the filmmaker's melancholia - not so much. But it is interesting to listen to his 'progress,' and his discussions with his bros about what exactly is gained and lost through that progress.
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Quote from: mattstick on December 11, 2015, 11:04:44 AM
I thought Jessica Jones was cool for a few episodes but didn't bother to finish it.
I dig the Marvel Cinematic Universe crossovers, but tying them into each other with references to the Avengers movies seems a little... cheesy?
I thought they were subtle enough with it in Daredevil. It's a MAJOR event in NYC and they live in NYC.
The tie-ins with Agents of SHIELD (which is a show I love) have been way more direct and, sometimes very well executed. You can see them building up to Civil War now.
I totally agree, and love SHIELD also. Jessica Jones was amazing. I really liked it. Finally a comic book show for adults!! Dagny and I watched the whole season over the Thanksgiving weekend. The wife didn't really get into Daredevil, so I've been watching that one by myself in my free time away from her. I'll be watching the last episode of the season today. Looking forward to season 2, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and The Defenders that will be coming down the pipes next.
I'm thinking that The Defenders is going to be insanely good. For those who don't know The Defenders are a street-level Avengers consisting of Daredevil, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones and Iron Fist (at least those are the members of the TV version, in the books Dr. Strange usually features prominently in The Defenders).
Finally gave in to watching Making a Murderer last night. I wasn't overly impressed after the first episode but kept going. After 6 episodes, I made myself go to bed. Shit got crazier and crazier with each episode. You can't make this shit up. I'll leave it at that since I don't want to give away anything. I plan on finishing it tonight.
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I've only watched two and I'm trying to carve out time for more asap.
Yeah I think we're 4 or 5 deep on Making A Murderer. Frustrating to watch but totally compelling, reminds me of old school 90s A&E True Crime dramas.
Quote from: mattstick on January 05, 2016, 08:36:46 AM
Yeah I think we're 4 or 5 deep on Making A Murderer. Frustrating to watch but totally compelling, reminds me of old school 90s A&E True Crime dramas.
The phone calls between Brandon and his mom - BRUTAL!!
"Yeah"
"Yeah"
"Yeah"
"Yeah"
I can literally feel my brain cells dying
Yeah? Yeah.
There is some kind of regional use of the word "yet" as well.
have seen a bunch of hype around that series looks good.
I recently finished the Jinx on HBO and its pretty creeepy
Quote from: emayPhishyMD on January 05, 2016, 10:32:01 AM
have seen a bunch of hype around that series looks good.
I recently finished the Jinx on HBO and its pretty creeepy
If you liked the Jinx, you will like this. IMO, it takes a couple of episodes for it to get going. But once it does...........
I've been watching making a murder too.
God damn...
Frustrating as hell to watch. I can't peel myself away, though.
I've got 2 episodes left.
Be sure to do some fact checking once you've finished before drawing a final conclusion. I've read that a lot of key pieces of evidence that were presented in court were left out of the documentary and the film makers' angle was certainly from Avery's side. Just saying....
Quote from: mehead on January 05, 2016, 01:28:08 PM
Be sure to do some fact checking once you've finished before drawing a final conclusion. I've read that a lot of key pieces of evidence that were presented in court were left out of the documentary and the film makers' angle was certainly from Avery's side. Just saying....
I read that as well.
Is it acceptable to post Amazon Prime recommendations in this thread? I feel like the movie is worth it so I'm going to anyways..
Timbuktu (2014) *Must watch with subtitles*
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QuoteNot far from the ancient Malian city of Timbuktu, proud cattle herder Kidane (Ibrahim Ahmed aka Pino) lives peacefully in the dunes with his wife Satima (Toulou Kiki), his daughter Toya (Layla Walet Mohamed), and Issan (Mehdi Ag Mohamed), their twelve-year-old shepherd. In town, the people suffer, powerless, from the regime of terror imposed by the Jihadists determined to control their faith. Music, laughter, cigarettes, even soccer have been banned. The women have become shadows but resist with dignity. Every day, the new improvised courts issue tragic and absurd sentences. Kidane and his family are being spared the chaos that prevails in Timbuktu. But their destiny changes abruptly.
Just finished Bloodlines, surprised I haven't seen any mention of it here.
Anyway, pretty intense show with some incredible performances, especially by Ben Mendelsohn as Danny.
I'm just two episodes into the Man in the High Castle on Amazon. Holy shit is it good. I mean, it's Sopranos good. And it's already picked up for another season.
Quote from: PGLHAH on January 09, 2016, 11:00:17 AM
I'm just two episodes into the Man in the High Castle on Amazon. Holy shit is it good. I mean, it's Sopranos good. And it's already picked up for another season.
I've ran across it a few times on Amazon. I'll give it a shot, thanks!
I thought season two of Daredevil was really good. Anyone else caught up yet?
Jon Bernthal was awesome as The Punisher.
Best in Show is now on Netflix.
Quote from: Hicks on January 09, 2016, 02:17:37 AM
Just finished Bloodlines, surprised I haven't seen any mention of it here.
Anyway, pretty intense show with some incredible performances, especially by Ben Mendelsohn as Danny.
Watched that a while back. Would agree with everything you said and I was actually on there the other day looking to see if there was another season yet.
The Barkleys Marathon
It's about an insane trail race, but I feel that it appeals to ALL crazy people.
Well done.
Quote from: August on April 03, 2016, 08:00:29 PM
The Barkleys Marathon
It's about an insane trail race, but I feel that it appeals to ALL crazy people.
Well done.
Loved that movie.
The Barkley is being run right now.
3 runners remain, all on loop 4.
eta:
Two guys finished lap four just a couple minutes ago and are setting out on five.
Just under 13.5hours to go.
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Quote from: Hicks on January 09, 2016, 02:17:37 AM
Just finished Bloodlines, surprised I haven't seen any mention of it here.
Anyway, pretty intense show with some incredible performances, especially by Ben Mendelsohn as Danny.
Watched that a while back. Would agree with everything you said and I was actually on there the other day looking to see if there was another season yet.
I think it might be later this month?
Everyone that hasn't watched it should hop on the train.
Also pretty good, Love, if you like super awkward humor.
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Quote from: August on April 03, 2016, 08:00:29 PM
The Barkleys Marathon
It's about an insane trail race, but I feel that it appeals to ALL crazy people.
Well done.
Loved that movie.
The Barkley is being run right now.
3 runners remain, all on loop 4.
eta:
Two guys finished lap four just a couple minutes ago and are setting out on five.
Just under 13.5hours to go.
Just now seeing this.
Yeah, this year was BANANAS!
Couldn't believe that Robbins Tap'd, which really shows you how gnar this thing truly is.
If you were into this doc, I'd rec Running on the Sun about the Badwater Ultra.
Watched 'Bronson' with Tom Hardy the other night. It's about Charles Salvador aka Charlie Bronson, "most violent prisoner in Britain"
Pretty awesome movie and an interesting story.
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Quote from: antelope19 on April 03, 2016, 07:47:08 PM
Quote from: Hicks on January 09, 2016, 02:17:37 AM
Just finished Bloodlines, surprised I haven't seen any mention of it here.
Anyway, pretty intense show with some incredible performances, especially by Ben Mendelsohn as Danny.
Watched that a while back. Would agree with everything you said and I was actually on there the other day looking to see if there was another season yet.
I think it might be later this month?
Everyone that hasn't watched it should hop on the train.
Also pretty good, Love, if you like super awkward humor.
So last night at about 9 I started bloodlines. Made it through 7 episodes, and I'm hooked. This morning I'm cursing myself though. Going to be a long day.
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Quote from: Hicks on April 04, 2016, 09:41:50 AM
Quote from: antelope19 on April 03, 2016, 07:47:08 PM
Quote from: Hicks on January 09, 2016, 02:17:37 AM
Just finished Bloodlines, surprised I haven't seen any mention of it here.
Anyway, pretty intense show with some incredible performances, especially by Ben Mendelsohn as Danny.
Watched that a while back. Would agree with everything you said and I was actually on there the other day looking to see if there was another season yet.
I think it might be later this month?
Everyone that hasn't watched it should hop on the train.
Also pretty good, Love, if you like super awkward humor.
So last night at about 9 I started bloodlines. Made it through 7 episodes, and I'm hooked. This morning I'm cursing myself though. Going to be a long day.
Just got the email the other day that season 2 will be available on 5/27
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just been watching the British show Peaky Blinders, about a powerful gang in Birmingham post WWI.
good first season, great second season, and it looks like the third just showed up. with Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy, Sam Neill. The production value is through the roof, hard to believe it's a TV show.
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nice, will watch.
Started up Bloodline the other night. Interesting show, I feel like some of the episodes drag at points but im hooked.
Quote from: emayPhishyMD on June 01, 2016, 12:20:24 PM
Started up Bloodline the other night. Interesting show, I feel like some of the episodes drag at points but im hooked.
Fastfingers12 recommended it to me a few weeks back. I finished episode 6 last night.
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Quote from: emayPhishyMD on June 01, 2016, 12:20:24 PM
Started up Bloodline the other night. Interesting show, I feel like some of the episodes drag at points but im hooked.
Fastfingers12 recommended it to me a few weeks back. I finished episode 6 last night.
Just finished season 2. I'm hooked too.
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nice, will watch.
saw this last night, great doc. huge talent, I learned a lot about Jaco. Sad what happened to him in terms of his regressions. Its unfortunate Jaco put so much stock in what Joe Zawinul thought about his music.
I finally got around to Bloodline. It took a couple episodes to determine whether I liked it or not, but I definitely got hooked by the middle of season one. Can't wait for season three!
Has anyone checked out their new show Stranger Things?
Quote from: ytowndan on July 15, 2016, 08:16:26 PM
I finally got around to Bloodline. It took a couple episodes to determine whether I liked it or not, but I definitely got hooked by the middle of season one. Can't wait for season three!
Has anyone checked out their new show Stranger Things?
I'm just starting it now, I'm digging it.
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Quote from: khalpin on June 01, 2016, 09:30:53 AM
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nice, will watch.
saw this last night, great doc. huge talent, I learned a lot about Jaco. Sad what happened to him in terms of his regressions. Its unfortunate Jaco put so much stock in what Joe Zawinul thought about his music.
This was a great entree for me into his work. I'd listened to HEAVY WEATHER a couple times, but didn't quite
get it. There was a 2-disc set from the library I got called PUNK JAZZ, and that was pretty cool.
But this really helped me see how to appreciate his music. How he could play in any feel ... ... oh, now I hear it. Plus, I've been in a bit of a Joni Mitchell thing for a couple months, so that helped.
This just came out, on the newly emerging field of pot journalism, mainly focused on the team at the Denver Post.
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Quote from: barnesy305 on July 15, 2016, 11:11:13 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on July 15, 2016, 08:16:26 PM
I finally got around to Bloodline. It took a couple episodes to determine whether I liked it or not, but I definitely got hooked by the middle of season one. Can't wait for season three!
Has anyone checked out their new show Stranger Things?
I'm just starting it now, I'm digging it.
I'm hearing I should watch this?
home alone for two weeks; is it worth it?
Quote from: alcoholandcoffeebeans on July 18, 2016, 03:52:49 PM
Quote from: barnesy305 on July 15, 2016, 11:11:13 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on July 15, 2016, 08:16:26 PM
I finally got around to Bloodline. It took a couple episodes to determine whether I liked it or not, but I definitely got hooked by the middle of season one. Can't wait for season three!
Has anyone checked out their new show Stranger Things?
I'm just starting it now, I'm digging it.
I'm hearing I should watch this?
home alone for two weeks; is it worth it?
I enjoyed it very much. It's like ET, X-Files and Stephen King with a splash of camp.
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Quote from: ytowndan on July 15, 2016, 08:16:26 PM
I finally got around to Bloodline. It took a couple episodes to determine whether I liked it or not, but I definitely got hooked by the middle of season one. Can't wait for season three!
Has anyone checked out their new show Stranger Things?
I'm just starting it now, I'm digging it.
I'm hearing I should watch this?
home alone for two weeks; is it worth it?
I enjoyed it very much. It's like ET, X-Files and Stephen King with a splash of camp.
This.
Quote from: Mr. Natural on July 16, 2016, 07:44:13 PM
This just came out, on the newly emerging field of pot journalism, mainly focused on the team at the Denver Post.
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going to check this out this week.
Quote from: ytowndan on July 18, 2016, 05:50:45 PM
Quote from: barnesy305 on July 18, 2016, 04:55:47 PM
Quote from: alcoholandcoffeebeans on July 18, 2016, 03:52:49 PM
Quote from: barnesy305 on July 15, 2016, 11:11:13 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on July 15, 2016, 08:16:26 PM
I finally got around to Bloodline. It took a couple episodes to determine whether I liked it or not, but I definitely got hooked by the middle of season one. Can't wait for season three!
Has anyone checked out their new show Stranger Things?
I'm just starting it now, I'm digging it.
I'm hearing I should watch this?
home alone for two weeks; is it worth it?
I enjoyed it very much. It's like ET, X-Files and Stephen King with a splash of camp.
This.
looks like I know what I'm watching tonight if I turn the TV on :)
Stranger Things!
Any child of the 80's/90's has just got to love this. It's like Goonie's meets E.T. meets Stephen King.
Just finish Stranger Things!
Shit was rad.
Agree with the above comments and Also D&D content!
:rawk:
QuoteOn Saturday night, it was announced that Netflix will officially be carrying the new season of Mystery Science Theater 3000.
https://twitter.com/netflix/status/757055576903778304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Stranger Things was one of the most enjoyable watching experiences I have had in a while. So much fun and went down so nice and easy.
Also, Jonah Ray as the host of this new MST3K. I am so excited about this. Should be awesome.
Quote from: Multibeast12 on July 25, 2016, 08:11:12 AM
Stranger Things was one of the most enjoyable watching experiences I have had in a while. So much fun and went down so nice and easy.
Also, Jonah Ray as the host of this new MST3K. I am so excited about this. Should be awesome.
Plus Patton Oswalt & Felicia Day...
It should be good.
Just watched Jim Jefferies: FreeDumb
I saw maybe 45% of this material live, so I'm biased, but it's pretty good.
It's highly offensive, but in an australian accent.
So, I just looked and Klown is not on Netflix anymore. It may be on Amazon or one of the others. Regardless, you should watch it in the next month to prepare yourself for the sequel...
http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/07/29/heres-the-wildly-inappropriate-first-trailer-for-klown-forever (http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/07/29/heres-the-wildly-inappropriate-first-trailer-for-klown-forever)
QuoteHere's The Wildly Inappropriate First Trailer For KLOWN FOREVER
by Scott Wampler July 29, 2016 1 min read original
Extremely NSFW. Consider yourselves warned.
By Scott Wampler Jul. 29, 2016
Mikkel Nørgaard's Klown (based on a Danish television show of the same name and starring comedians Frank Hvam and Casper Christensen) wasn't just the funniest movie of 2010 - it's also one of the funniest movies I've ever seen, period. Like, tears-streaming-down-your-face funny.
So obviously I was thrilled when a sequel, Klown Forever, was announced. The film hit Fantastic Fest last year and was, by all accounts, just as filthy and hilarious as Nørgaard's original...but - as so often happens at Fantastic Fest - I managed to fumble every opportunity I was given to see the film.
According to this just-released (and wildly NSFW) first trailer, I made a huge mistake.
https://youtu.be/EdOEkzb1ikU (https://youtu.be/EdOEkzb1ikU)
Here's the official plot synopsis:
Klown Forever follows estranged best friends Casper Christensen and Frank Hvam as they travel to the States seeking fame, fortune and friendship, only to immediately dive head-first into an impressive array of wildly inappropriate misadventures and unforgettably mortifying social situations.
When Casper attempts to break into Hollywood, Frank follows him to Los Angeles, seeing an opportunity to salvage their strained relationship. As the guys come face-to-face with a number of LA's denizens—including Isla Fisher, Adam Levine and "Game of Thrones'" star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau—it's clear that they're equally ready and willing to take on Hollywood...but is Hollywood prepared for Casper and Frank?
A reunion with Klown director Mikkel Nørgaard, Klown Forever sees the series, best described as Curb Your Enthusiasm as directed by Lars von Trier, reach ingenious new heights––and stoop to gut-wrenchingly hilarious lows.
Ah, so Klown Forever brings Frank and Casper to the States? And adds Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Adam Levine and Isla Fisher to the mix? I'm 100% onboard with this, even as I continue kicking myself for missing it at Fantastic Fest last year. This cannot get here soon enough.
Speaking of which: Klown Forever arrives in select theaters and via VOD on September 2nd. Like its predecessor, it's being released by Drafthouse Films, so you can go ahead and expect a stacked DVD/Blu-ray release on the heels of that September 2nd arrival.
Just read that season 3 of Bloodline will be the last season. 10 episodes.
Quote from: PGLHAH on July 29, 2016, 02:02:09 PM
So, I just looked and Klown is not on Netflix anymore. It may be on Amazon or one of the others. Regardless, you should watch it in the next month to prepare yourself for the sequel...
http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/07/29/heres-the-wildly-inappropriate-first-trailer-for-klown-forever (http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/07/29/heres-the-wildly-inappropriate-first-trailer-for-klown-forever)
QuoteHere's The Wildly Inappropriate First Trailer For KLOWN FOREVER
by Scott Wampler July 29, 2016 1 min read original
Extremely NSFW. Consider yourselves warned.
By Scott Wampler Jul. 29, 2016
Mikkel Nørgaard's Klown (based on a Danish television show of the same name and starring comedians Frank Hvam and Casper Christensen) wasn't just the funniest movie of 2010 - it's also one of the funniest movies I've ever seen, period. Like, tears-streaming-down-your-face funny.
So obviously I was thrilled when a sequel, Klown Forever, was announced. The film hit Fantastic Fest last year and was, by all accounts, just as filthy and hilarious as Nørgaard's original...but - as so often happens at Fantastic Fest - I managed to fumble every opportunity I was given to see the film.
According to this just-released (and wildly NSFW) first trailer, I made a huge mistake.
https://youtu.be/EdOEkzb1ikU (https://youtu.be/EdOEkzb1ikU)
Here's the official plot synopsis:
Klown Forever follows estranged best friends Casper Christensen and Frank Hvam as they travel to the States seeking fame, fortune and friendship, only to immediately dive head-first into an impressive array of wildly inappropriate misadventures and unforgettably mortifying social situations.
When Casper attempts to break into Hollywood, Frank follows him to Los Angeles, seeing an opportunity to salvage their strained relationship. As the guys come face-to-face with a number of LA's denizens—including Isla Fisher, Adam Levine and "Game of Thrones'" star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau—it's clear that they're equally ready and willing to take on Hollywood...but is Hollywood prepared for Casper and Frank?
A reunion with Klown director Mikkel Nørgaard, Klown Forever sees the series, best described as Curb Your Enthusiasm as directed by Lars von Trier, reach ingenious new heights––and stoop to gut-wrenchingly hilarious lows.
Ah, so Klown Forever brings Frank and Casper to the States? And adds Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Adam Levine and Isla Fisher to the mix? I'm 100% onboard with this, even as I continue kicking myself for missing it at Fantastic Fest last year. This cannot get here soon enough.
Speaking of which: Klown Forever arrives in select theaters and via VOD on September 2nd. Like its predecessor, it's being released by Drafthouse Films, so you can go ahead and expect a stacked DVD/Blu-ray release on the heels of that September 2nd arrival.
Is this the movie you told me about on the drive up to Bangor?
Quote from: pcr3 on September 15, 2016, 04:56:15 PM
Quote from: PGLHAH on July 29, 2016, 02:02:09 PM
So, I just looked and Klown is not on Netflix anymore. It may be on Amazon or one of the others. Regardless, you should watch it in the next month to prepare yourself for the sequel...
http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/07/29/heres-the-wildly-inappropriate-first-trailer-for-klown-forever (http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/07/29/heres-the-wildly-inappropriate-first-trailer-for-klown-forever)
QuoteHere's The Wildly Inappropriate First Trailer For KLOWN FOREVER
by Scott Wampler July 29, 2016 1 min read original
Extremely NSFW. Consider yourselves warned.
By Scott Wampler Jul. 29, 2016
Mikkel Nørgaard's Klown (based on a Danish television show of the same name and starring comedians Frank Hvam and Casper Christensen) wasn't just the funniest movie of 2010 - it's also one of the funniest movies I've ever seen, period. Like, tears-streaming-down-your-face funny.
So obviously I was thrilled when a sequel, Klown Forever, was announced. The film hit Fantastic Fest last year and was, by all accounts, just as filthy and hilarious as Nørgaard's original...but - as so often happens at Fantastic Fest - I managed to fumble every opportunity I was given to see the film.
According to this just-released (and wildly NSFW) first trailer, I made a huge mistake.
https://youtu.be/EdOEkzb1ikU (https://youtu.be/EdOEkzb1ikU)
Here's the official plot synopsis:
Klown Forever follows estranged best friends Casper Christensen and Frank Hvam as they travel to the States seeking fame, fortune and friendship, only to immediately dive head-first into an impressive array of wildly inappropriate misadventures and unforgettably mortifying social situations.
When Casper attempts to break into Hollywood, Frank follows him to Los Angeles, seeing an opportunity to salvage their strained relationship. As the guys come face-to-face with a number of LA's denizens—including Isla Fisher, Adam Levine and "Game of Thrones'" star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau—it's clear that they're equally ready and willing to take on Hollywood...but is Hollywood prepared for Casper and Frank?
A reunion with Klown director Mikkel Nørgaard, Klown Forever sees the series, best described as Curb Your Enthusiasm as directed by Lars von Trier, reach ingenious new heights––and stoop to gut-wrenchingly hilarious lows.
Ah, so Klown Forever brings Frank and Casper to the States? And adds Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Adam Levine and Isla Fisher to the mix? I'm 100% onboard with this, even as I continue kicking myself for missing it at Fantastic Fest last year. This cannot get here soon enough.
Speaking of which: Klown Forever arrives in select theaters and via VOD on September 2nd. Like its predecessor, it's being released by Drafthouse Films, so you can go ahead and expect a stacked DVD/Blu-ray release on the heels of that September 2nd arrival.
Is this the movie you told me about on the drive up to Bangor?
I do not recall... but most likely!
I didn't want to start a whole new thread for Amazon shows, so I figured I'd use this one if that's alright.
Anyhow, Tig Notaro has an awesome new show on Amazon Prime. It's called One Mississippi, and it's loosely based on her life story. I just finished it last night and my only complaint is that it's only 6 episodes. I definitely wanted more. Hope it gets picked up!
The Netflix/Marvel partnership is now 3 for 3, IMO. Luke Cage is amazing, if you're into that kind of thing. The writing, acting, tone, soundtrack is all top notch.
Also, for all you hip hop fans, there's a little Easter Egg. Every episode is named after a Gang Starr song.
Quote from: ytowndan on October 05, 2016, 01:57:03 AM
Also, for all you hip hop fans, there's a little Easter Egg. Every episode is named after a Gang Starr song.
Ha! Awesome.
Haven't finished Jessica Jones yet but I'm looking forward to Cage.
Quote from: cactusfan on June 01, 2016, 12:10:38 PM
just been watching the British show Peaky Blinders, about a powerful gang in Birmingham post WWI.
good first season, great second season, and it looks like the third just showed up. with Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy, Sam Neill. The production value is through the roof, hard to believe it's a TV show.
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Great show. Just blazed through the three seasons.
Anyone watch the Amazon Woody Allen joint?
Quote from: mattstick on October 05, 2016, 09:20:33 PM
Anyone watch the Amazon Woody Allen joint?
My wife started it. Said she couldn't finish it, but she can't stand Woody as an actor. I happen to love him so I'll give it a shot. She gave it a thumbs down though.
Not sure if this has been mentioned before but the Bill Burr specials on there are A+++
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on October 28, 2016, 09:33:05 PM
Not sure if this has been mentioned before but the Bill Burr specials on there are A+++
This is true :beers:
Also just started watching Black Mirror. Fucked up and pretty damn brilliant.
Bored and looking for something new to watch....Anyone tried "The Killing"?
Quote from: antelope19 on December 10, 2016, 10:52:50 PM
Bored and looking for something new to watch....Anyone tried "The Killing"?
I saw the first two seasons, which I thought were great. The story had a fantastic pace and the writing was excellent (really strong acting all around, too). I guess they thought the show was getting cancelled so they wrapped up the story in season two. When they got picked back up for a third, they kinda rebooted the show by starting a new case. I got a few episodes into it, but I got busy with other stuff and fell out of it. The few I saw were good.
My only "warning" -- if you can call it that -- is that it's a very dark show, and I mean that both literally and figuratively; not only are all the characters tormented and living rather depressing lives, but I honestly can't remember any scenes featuring sunshine (it's a very grey show...if it isn't raining, it's about to). So if you're not too bothered by a show with an incredibly bleak tone, then I would very much recommend it.
Thanks for the reminder! I think I'm gonna jump back in and try to finish it.
Quote from: ytowndan on December 11, 2016, 01:31:39 AM
Quote from: antelope19 on December 10, 2016, 10:52:50 PM
Bored and looking for something new to watch....Anyone tried "The Killing"?
I saw the first two seasons, which I thought were great. The story had a fantastic pace and the writing was excellent (really strong acting all around, too). I guess they thought the show was getting cancelled so they wrapped up the story in season two. When they got picked back up for a third, they kinda rebooted the show by starting a new case. I got a few episodes into it, but I got busy with other stuff and fell out of it. The few I saw were good.
My only "warning" -- if you can call it that -- is that it's a very dark show, and I mean that both literally and figuratively; not only are all the characters tormented and living rather depressing lives, but I honestly can't remember any scenes featuring sunshine (it's a very grey show...if it isn't raining, it's about to). So if you're not too bothered by a show with an incredibly bleak tone, then I would very much recommend it.
Thanks for the reminder! I think I'm gonna jump back in and try to finish it.
Nice! Thanks for the heads up. I look forward to checking this out.
Quote from: antelope19 on December 11, 2016, 10:22:30 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on December 11, 2016, 01:31:39 AM
Quote from: antelope19 on December 10, 2016, 10:52:50 PM
Bored and looking for something new to watch....Anyone tried "The Killing"?
I saw the first two seasons, which I thought were great. The story had a fantastic pace and the writing was excellent (really strong acting all around, too). I guess they thought the show was getting cancelled so they wrapped up the story in season two. When they got picked back up for a third, they kinda rebooted the show by starting a new case. I got a few episodes into it, but I got busy with other stuff and fell out of it. The few I saw were good.
My only "warning" -- if you can call it that -- is that it's a very dark show, and I mean that both literally and figuratively; not only are all the characters tormented and living rather depressing lives, but I honestly can't remember any scenes featuring sunshine (it's a very grey show...if it isn't raining, it's about to). So if you're not too bothered by a show with an incredibly bleak tone, then I would very much recommend it.
Thanks for the reminder! I think I'm gonna jump back in and try to finish it.
Nice! Thanks for the heads up. I look forward to checking this out.
loved this show.
super dark and a surprising quick but good story line.
super sad it got nixed, but Netflix picked it up for the 4th season that was only 6 episodes, AMC did the first 3 seasons.
enjoy!
I too enjoyed The Killing.
Dark, indeed.
After that, or alternatively, try The Fall.
Quote from: rowjimmy on December 12, 2016, 08:54:18 AM
I too enjoyed The Killing.
Dark, indeed.
After that, or alternatively, try The Fall.
The Fall is amazing. I'm one season behind now, though. Gotta get caught up on that, too.
Quote from: ytowndan on December 12, 2016, 01:07:39 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on December 12, 2016, 08:54:18 AM
I too enjoyed The Killing.
Dark, indeed.
After that, or alternatively, try The Fall.
The Fall is amazing. I'm one season behind now, though. Gotta get caught up on that, too.
We finished season two recently.
Currently working on The Crown (quite good) and Penny Dreadful (meh).
I seem to enjoy the really dark shows the most. Breaking Bad, Dexter, Prison Break, etc. All favorites of mine.
Really looking forward to starting this with all the strong endorsements. I'll be sure to check out "The Fall too. Thanks
The OA is insane. It's their new sci-if/drama/thriller that they dropped out of nowhere with little promotion, other than a cryptic trailer. I just finished episode five and I can't really say anything without spoiling, so I'll just say: watch it!
Watched the first two tonight and I agree.
Well, The OA was maybe awesome or maybe terrible...I just can't tell.
[spoiler]Was she making this all up, or did this all really happen to her? Did their (possibly nonsensical) "movements" stop the shooter or simply distract him for long enough to give the cafeteria worker time to tackle him? Also, did I miss something, or did it feel very contrived -- the whole school shooting thing? It kinda felt like they shoehorned it in at the last minute, giving no hints or reasons for its occurrence. And if their "movements" do actually accomplish something, did they send OA to another dimension? Did she die? What was up with her house-arrest-ankle-bracelet? I feel like I missed something there, too.
Many of those questions are nearly impossible to answer, I know. It was intentionally ambiguous, which is fine with me. (Though, I feel like the ankle bracelet one was something I actually did miss.) Anyhow, I don't necessarily mind intentionally thin characters (and boy were they thin), designed only to tell a story that never really gets answered perfectly (what an understatement!), as long as the process of telling it makes you question big ideas and issues in a satisfying way that makes the story itself secondary (I can't really think of any TV series that I could use as good example, but Thomas Pynchon novels come to mind). But I just can't tell if this show did that for me or not. I suppose I have to sleep on it.[/spoiler]
Binge watched the entire OA season one day last week. I felt the exact same as you ^
The show lies somewhere between awesome and terrible - I can't decide either. The good was good, but the bad was really bad.
I watched like 4 episodes of the OA and didn't think it wasnt that good so stopped watching it.
Crushed like two seasons of the Killing and thought that was pretty good and entertaining. More twists than I could imagine.
I know this is technically a Netflix thread, but for anyone who has Amazon Prime, I'd highly recommend The Man in the High Castle. I'm about halfway through season two and it's great. It's based on the book of the same name by Philip K. Dick (which I haven't read, so I can't comment on how the show holds up to it).
It takes place in the '60s, in an alternate history where the axis powers won the war. The eastern half of America is now the Greater Nazi Reich, and the western portion is now the Japanese Pacific States, with a small neutral zone running in between the two. Most of the main protagonists are members of, or caught up within, a resistance movement who circulate news reels of an alternate reality in which the Allied Forces won. The person responsible for these underground films is known as "The Man in the High Castle."
It's a well-written, fast-paced thriller with plenty of mysteries and a dash of sci-fi. If you can, do yourself a favor and give it an episode or two. You'll be hooked.
Quote from: ytowndan on December 26, 2016, 11:54:45 PM
I know this is technically a Netflix thread, but for anyone who has Amazon Prime, I'd highly recommend The Man in the High Castle. I'm about halfway through season two and it's great. It's based on the book of the same name by Philip K. Dick (which I haven't read, so I can't comment on how the show holds up to it).
It takes place in the '60s, in an alternate history where the axis powers won the war. The eastern half of America is now the Greater Nazi Reich, and the western portion is now the Japanese Pacific States, with a small neutral zone running in between the two. Most of the main protagonists are members of, or caught up within, a resistance movement who circulate news reels of an alternate reality in which the Allied Forces won. The person responsible for these underground films is known as "The Man in the High Castle."
It's a well-written, fast-paced thriller with plenty of mysteries and a dash of sci-fi. If you can, do yourself a favor and give it an episode or two. You'll be hooked.
I loved season one. Have not had a chance to dive into season two yet, but I'm looking forward to it, for sure.
Season two is our our todo list as well.
Loved season one.
Quote from: PGLHAH on December 27, 2016, 11:11:54 AM
Quote from: ytowndan on December 26, 2016, 11:54:45 PM
I know this is technically a Netflix thread, but for anyone who has Amazon Prime, I'd highly recommend The Man in the High Castle. I'm about halfway through season two and it's great. It's based on the book of the same name by Philip K. Dick (which I haven't read, so I can't comment on how the show holds up to it).
It takes place in the '60s, in an alternate history where the axis powers won the war. The eastern half of America is now the Greater Nazi Reich, and the western portion is now the Japanese Pacific States, with a small neutral zone running in between the two. Most of the main protagonists are members of, or caught up within, a resistance movement who circulate news reels of an alternate reality in which the Allied Forces won. The person responsible for these underground films is known as "The Man in the High Castle."
It's a well-written, fast-paced thriller with plenty of mysteries and a dash of sci-fi. If you can, do yourself a favor and give it an episode or two. You'll be hooked.
I loved season one. Have not had a chance to dive into season two yet, but I'm looking forward to it, for sure.
We use Amazon Prime at work and I always see ad's for it.
I think I'll read the book first though, I love Phillip K Dick.
On a side note, you guys should watch Shameless! William H Macy plays a fantastic deadbeat alcoholic father of a family who lives in Southside Chicago. I've been binge watching this show recently
Ya know, I haven't dug into shameless much.
Not sure why, cuz William H. Macy is the shizznit!
Shameless is hilarious! We're starting up the most recent season now.
I've been thinking about re-watching Shameless now that it's up on Netflix (they used to only have the original UK version, which I couldn't get into).
I thought the most recent season was the best one in a while, and it got me in the mood go back to the early stuff that I haven't seen in years.
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on January 03, 2017, 06:02:24 PM
Ya know, I haven't dug into shameless much.
Not sure why, cuz William H. Macy is the shizznit!
Do it! It's totally worth it.
I haven't decided what I'm watching next though. I might be coming to this thread more often.
The GF and I recently started watching Shameless on Netflix for the first time.
Jiro dreams of sushi and sour grapes are the last two documentaries I've watched that pertain to my field. Love the chefs table too.
All this talk of Shameless and no mention of Emmy Rossum naked in every episode?
Well, at least that is what I hear. I never make it past her pulling her panties down in the opening credits.
Quote from: mbw on January 05, 2017, 10:35:21 AM
All this talk of Shameless and no mention of Emmy Rossum naked in every episode?
Well, at least that is what I hear. I never make it past her pulling her panties down in the opening credits.
it's not every episode - but yes. Emmy Rossum is the best!
Quote from: PGLHAH on January 05, 2017, 10:38:16 AM
Quote from: mbw on January 05, 2017, 10:35:21 AM
All this talk of Shameless and no mention of Emmy Rossum naked in every episode?
Well, at least that is what I hear. I never make it past her pulling her panties down in the opening credits.
it's not every episode - but yes. Emmy Rossum is the best!
Perfect tatas.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on January 05, 2017, 12:07:23 PM
Quote from: PGLHAH on January 05, 2017, 10:38:16 AM
Quote from: mbw on January 05, 2017, 10:35:21 AM
All this talk of Shameless and no mention of Emmy Rossum naked in every episode?
Well, at least that is what I hear. I never make it past her pulling her panties down in the opening credits.
it's not every episode - but yes. Emmy Rossum is the best!
Perfect tatas.
OMG, I love her titties. Also dat ass
Stay classy fellas
Quote from: rowjimmy on January 05, 2017, 12:45:10 PM
Stay classy fellas
I refuse
She's a ghetto girl, she says it herself. There's no class there (besides well below poverty)
Quote from: ph92 on January 05, 2017, 01:03:18 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on January 05, 2017, 12:45:10 PM
Stay classy fellas
I refuse
She's a ghetto girl, she says it herself. There's no class there (besides well below poverty)
her character may be that - but Emmy is all class. Made her name on Broadway in Phantom of the Opera.
Quote from: rowjimmy on January 05, 2017, 12:45:10 PM
Stay classy fellas
:roll: :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Not sure if it's available for you guys across the big pond, but I highly recommend the Big Star documentary Nothing Can Hurt Us.
Quote from: mopper_smurf on February 27, 2017, 12:11:24 PM
Not sure if it's available for you guys across the big pond, but I highly recommend the Big Star documentary Nothing Can Hurt Us.
Over here, we mainly wait for 3 wise men on camels to indicate where our Big Star stuff is located.
Quote from: kellerb on February 27, 2017, 01:04:51 PM
Quote from: mopper_smurf on February 27, 2017, 12:11:24 PM
Not sure if it's available for you guys across the big pond, but I highly recommend the Big Star documentary Nothing Can Hurt Us.
Over here, we mainly wait for 3 wise men on camels to indicate where our Big Star stuff is located.
:-D
Quote from: mopper_smurf on February 27, 2017, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: kellerb on February 27, 2017, 01:04:51 PM
Quote from: mopper_smurf on February 27, 2017, 12:11:24 PM
Not sure if it's available for you guys across the big pond, but I highly recommend the Big Star documentary Nothing Can Hurt Us.
Over here, we mainly wait for 3 wise men on camels to indicate where our Big Star stuff is located.
:-D
We wrote a book about it. It's called "Why is it weird that white guys are the main characters in this middle east sci-fi book?"
Anyone here watch Schitt's Creek? It's a CBC comedy that stars Eugene and Daniel Levy, both of whom also created it, along with Catherine O'Hara. It's about an incredibly out of touch multi-millionaire (maybe billionaire?) family that loses everything and has to adjust to motel life. It's hilarious and the first two seasons are up on Netflix.
So for what I thought was going to be just a stupid netflix original sitcom, Santa Clarita Diet was actually I thought was a great watch. If you haven't I would recommend. Pretty funny, and they only take 30 min.
Quote from: justjezmund on March 14, 2017, 10:35:17 AM
So for what I thought was going to be just a stupid netflix original sitcom, Santa Clarita Diet was actually I thought was a great watch. If you haven't I would recommend. Pretty funny, and they only take 30 min.
Not half bad indeed.
There's a Steve Jobs interview from 1995 that I highly recommend. Vintage nerdery FTW.
(http://www.gstatic.com/tv/thumb/tvbanners/13210841/p13210841_b_v8_aa.jpg)
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
Loosely based on the Douglas Adams books. Not great, but weird enough to keep watching it.
Watched the first of the two new Dave Chappelle netflix specials last night, good stuff. A lot of material was used from the stand up shows I saw in the past two years, but good to see him back out in the mainstream. He is def still on top of his stand up game.
Accidental Courtesy
(https://art-s.nflximg.net/a6293/8ed4877a1457b3ab06ef594ab4c7de9ee4da6293.jpg)
Interesting doc about Daryl Davis, a pianist who has played with a who's who of rock legends, who has made it his mission to meet and befriend KKK members.
Ultimately he changes a lot of these peoples minds and converts will often quit and give their robes to Daryl.
Many of course don't quit, but still call him a "good friend."
http://accidentalcourtesy.com/
Quote from: mopper_smurf on March 22, 2017, 12:45:18 PM
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Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
Loosely based on the Douglas Adams books. Not great, but weird enough to keep watching it.
I thought it tied together quite well in the end. A solid, fresh, story that builds on and allows the books to exist without taking away from them at all.
For US folks, it's not on Netflix (yet) as it aired on BBCAmerica.
The other night I finally finished the last episode of Cheers having watched all 11 seasons over the past 6 months or so. Last night I started up again with episode one. Yes, I have no life.
Quote from: ytowndan on March 11, 2017, 11:04:24 PM
Anyone here watch Schitt's Creek? It's a CBC comedy that stars Eugene and Daniel Levy, both of whom also created it, along with Catherine O'Hara. It's about an incredibly out of touch multi-millionaire (maybe billionaire?) family that loses everything and has to adjust to motel life. It's hilarious and the first two seasons are up on Netflix.
I saw the 1st season and thought it was pretty funny. I'll have to check out season 2
Quote from: ytowndan on December 18, 2016, 03:29:48 AM
Well, The OA was maybe awesome or maybe terrible...I just can't tell.
[spoiler]Was she making this all up, or did this all really happen to her? Did their (possibly nonsensical) "movements" stop the shooter or simply distract him for long enough to give the cafeteria worker time to tackle him? Also, did I miss something, or did it feel very contrived -- the whole school shooting thing? It kinda felt like they shoehorned it in at the last minute, giving no hints or reasons for its occurrence. And if their "movements" do actually accomplish something, did they send OA to another dimension? Did she die? What was up with her house-arrest-ankle-bracelet? I feel like I missed something there, too.
Many of those questions are nearly impossible to answer, I know. It was intentionally ambiguous, which is fine with me. (Though, I feel like the ankle bracelet one was something I actually did miss.) Anyhow, I don't necessarily mind intentionally thin characters (and boy were they thin), designed only to tell a story that never really gets answered perfectly (what an understatement!), as long as the process of telling it makes you question big ideas and issues in a satisfying way that makes the story itself secondary (I can't really think of any TV series that I could use as good example, but Thomas Pynchon novels come to mind). But I just can't tell if this show did that for me or not. I suppose I have to sleep on it.[/spoiler]
i stopped watching after "the movements." lol.
Quote from: mbw on March 31, 2017, 07:14:38 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on December 18, 2016, 03:29:48 AM
Well, The OA was maybe awesome or maybe terrible...I just can't tell.
[spoiler]Was she making this all up, or did this all really happen to her? Did their (possibly nonsensical) "movements" stop the shooter or simply distract him for long enough to give the cafeteria worker time to tackle him? Also, did I miss something, or did it feel very contrived -- the whole school shooting thing? It kinda felt like they shoehorned it in at the last minute, giving no hints or reasons for its occurrence. And if their "movements" do actually accomplish something, did they send OA to another dimension? Did she die? What was up with her house-arrest-ankle-bracelet? I feel like I missed something there, too.
Many of those questions are nearly impossible to answer, I know. It was intentionally ambiguous, which is fine with me. (Though, I feel like the ankle bracelet one was something I actually did miss.) Anyhow, I don't necessarily mind intentionally thin characters (and boy were they thin), designed only to tell a story that never really gets answered perfectly (what an understatement!), as long as the process of telling it makes you question big ideas and issues in a satisfying way that makes the story itself secondary (I can't really think of any TV series that I could use as good example, but Thomas Pynchon novels come to mind). But I just can't tell if this show did that for me or not. I suppose I have to sleep on it.[/spoiler]
i stopped watching after "the movements." lol.
I think you made the right choice.
At the time, I was considering whether it was some kind of really experimental "high art"...the kind of thing smart people would call "postmodern" and "edgy," and maybe it was just all going over my head. But I'm pretty sure now that it's just a bad show.
I'm glad Netflix is taking risks. It gives us Stranger Things and it gives us The OA.
One is amaze balls, the other started interesting then turned to hot garb.
Been loving the reboot of MST3K. I'm three episodes in, so far. :phish: reference in episode 3!
Bill Nye Saves the World premiers today!
Master of None S2 was incredible.
Quote from: mattstick on May 16, 2017, 08:55:50 PM
Master of None S2 was incredible.
So damn good. I hope there's a season three.
The new Kimmy Schmidt drops Friday, so that'll have to do for now.
I know I'm late to the party but I watched Sunshine Makers the other day and it was great.
It was actually the day after Nicholas Sand passed away.
Dude was a legend, RIP.
Quote from: khalpin on September 15, 2016, 08:57:45 AM
Just read that season 3 of Bloodline will be the last season. 10 episodes.
Season 3 is up!!!!
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on May 18, 2017, 08:24:57 AM
I know I'm late to the party but I watched Sunshine Makers the other day and it was great.
It was actually the day after Nicholas Sand passed away.
Dude was a legend, RIP.
Watched this yesterday. Crazy shit!
New season of House of Cards started up if anyone is into that.
Starting to get a little too much like art imitating life lately.
Quote from: antelope19 on May 27, 2017, 10:18:39 PM
Quote from: khalpin on September 15, 2016, 08:57:45 AM
Just read that season 3 of Bloodline will be the last season. 10 episodes.
Season 3 is up!!!!
I'm almost done with this. I think I have three more to go...this show just keeps getting crazier! Too bad this is its last season.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on June 01, 2017, 02:06:21 PM
New season of House of Cards started up if anyone is into that.
Starting to get a little too much like art imitating life lately.
I'm probably going to start that next, and I was thinking something similar. President Underwood seems so boring and establishment compared to the real life version.
It's funny - I'm about half-way through a binge on the entire West Wing series. It's making me feel better... but it's totally fantasy. It's like watching politics porn at this point. It's just so far removed from our current reality.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on June 01, 2017, 04:21:58 PM
It's funny - I'm about half-way through a binge on the entire West Wing series. It's making me feel better... but it's totally fantasy. It's like watching politics porn at this point. It's just so far removed from our current reality.
I would kill for President Bartlet right now. Hell, I'd happily take Vinick at this point!
Anyone watching Bloodline? I just started up Season 3 and things are not looking good for The Rayburn's!
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on June 01, 2017, 07:27:00 PM
Anyone watching Bloodline? I just started up Season 3 and things are not looking good for The Rayburn's!
Quote from: antelope19 on May 27, 2017, 10:18:39 PM
Quote from: khalpin on September 15, 2016, 08:57:45 AM
Just read that season 3 of Bloodline will be the last season. 10 episodes.
Season 3 is up!!!!
^ These dudes!
and I watched up to middle of season 2. I really enjoyed the first season but got kinda bored with the second.
Quote from: ytowndan on June 01, 2017, 04:59:13 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on June 01, 2017, 04:21:58 PM
It's funny - I'm about half-way through a binge on the entire West Wing series. It's making me feel better... but it's totally fantasy. It's like watching politics porn at this point. It's just so far removed from our current reality.
I would kill for President Bartlet right now. Hell, I'd happily take Vinick at this point!
I really don't think I had a grasp on the whole white house story as I watched this one. I definitely watched every season but I may have to revisit it and see what I can take away now.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on June 01, 2017, 08:20:30 PM
Quote from: ytowndan on June 01, 2017, 04:59:13 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on June 01, 2017, 04:21:58 PM
It's funny - I'm about half-way through a binge on the entire West Wing series. It's making me feel better... but it's totally fantasy. It's like watching politics porn at this point. It's just so far removed from our current reality.
I would kill for President Bartlet right now. Hell, I'd happily take Vinick at this point!
I really don't think I had a grasp on the whole white house story as I watched this one. I definitely watched every season but I may have to revisit it and see what I can take away now.
I did a full rewatch not long ago, and I think Dave nailed it when he called it politics porn -- especially if you're looking at things from the point of view of a moderate Democrat. Imagine an America where both sides genuinely care about what's best for the country and, even when it stings, they are willing to work together and compromise for the greater good.
Quote from: emayPhishyCO on June 01, 2017, 08:14:11 PM
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on June 01, 2017, 07:27:00 PM
Anyone watching Bloodline? I just started up Season 3 and things are not looking good for The Rayburn's!
Quote from: antelope19 on May 27, 2017, 10:18:39 PM
Quote from: khalpin on September 15, 2016, 08:57:45 AM
Just read that season 3 of Bloodline will be the last season. 10 episodes.
Season 3 is up!!!!
^ These dudes!
and I watched up to middle of season 2. I really enjoyed the first season but got kinda bored with the second.
Ah man. I was into this show until they f'd it all up with nonsensical sci-fi in the last 2 episodes
Every show I seem to watch lately does this. The Leftovers....Bloodline....The OA..... even The Sopranoes, which isn't new, but was my first watch... all of them totally fall apart in the last few episodes and resort to 'visions/dreams/alternative realities/psychosis' etc. etc.... it's a total cop out! You can't just answer looming questions w/ "oh.. it may or may not have been real in the first place' logic! Those bastards!
It's been a minute since I've watched a series that held me all the way through. Breaking Bad perhaps...
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on June 03, 2017, 10:09:25 PM
Quote from: emayPhishyCO on June 01, 2017, 08:14:11 PM
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on June 01, 2017, 07:27:00 PM
Anyone watching Bloodline? I just started up Season 3 and things are not looking good for The Rayburn's!
Quote from: antelope19 on May 27, 2017, 10:18:39 PM
Quote from: khalpin on September 15, 2016, 08:57:45 AM
Just read that season 3 of Bloodline will be the last season. 10 episodes.
Season 3 is up!!!!
^ These dudes!
and I watched up to middle of season 2. I really enjoyed the first season but got kinda bored with the second.
Ah man. I was into this show until they f'd it all up with nonsensical sci-fi in the last 2 episodes
Every show I seem to watch lately does this. The Leftovers....Bloodline....The OA..... even The Sopranoes, which isn't new, but was my first watch... all of them totally fall apart in the last few episodes and resort to 'visions/dreams/alternative realities/psychosis' etc. etc.... it's a total cop out! You can't just answer looming questions w/ "oh.. it may or may not have been real in the first place' logic! Those bastards!
It's been a minute since I've watched a series that held me all the way through. Breaking Bad perhaps...
Wow, couldn't agree more.
Came home tonight and my wife had started Bloodline so here I am playing catchup.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on June 01, 2017, 02:06:21 PM
New season of House of Cards started up if anyone is into that.
Starting to get a little too much like art imitating life lately.
I am. Having a lot fun with my so and my eldest pointing out all the things they nicked from the plays by the Ancient Greeks and Shakespeare. We are so fucking highbrow sometimes.
(http://static2.hypable.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/For-the-Love-of-Spock-trailer.jpg)
I am not a Trekkie (honestly, I am not), but I enjoyed this. Guy is an awful singer BTW.
Quote from: mopper_smurf on June 06, 2017, 10:22:19 AM
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on June 01, 2017, 02:06:21 PM
New season of House of Cards started up if anyone is into that.
Starting to get a little too much like art imitating life lately.
I am. Having a lot fun with my so and my eldest pointing out all the things they nicked from the plays by the Ancient Greeks and Shakespeare. We are so fucking highbrow sometimes.
LOL, nice.
(http://i.imgur.com/6tl31pA.jpg)
Some terrible shit goes down in a little english village and people have terrible depressing reactions to the fucked up shit.
I recommend it if you are into depressing terrible fucked up shit.
Quote from: mbw on June 06, 2017, 11:05:19 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/6tl31pA.jpg)
Some terrible shit goes down in a little english village and people have terrible depressing reactions to the fucked up shit.
I recommend it if you are into depressing terrible fucked up shit.
Aside from the narrow scope, you could be describing Leftovers.
Quote from: mbw on June 06, 2017, 11:05:19 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/6tl31pA.jpg)
Some terrible shit goes down in a little english village and people have terrible depressing reactions to the fucked up shit.
I recommend it if you are into depressing terrible fucked up shit.
I love depressing terrible fucked up shit.
Looks like only 1 season, 4 episodes?
Yeah its a mini-series.
(http://www.gstatic.com/tv/thumb/movieposters/11238556/p11238556_p_v8_aa.jpg)
Four acts on the road.
http://austintobostonfilm.com/
Quote from: mopper_smurf on June 23, 2017, 08:47:36 AM
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Four acts on the road.
http://austintobostonfilm.com/
Definitely gonna check this out.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on June 23, 2017, 09:53:35 AM
Quote from: mopper_smurf on June 23, 2017, 08:47:36 AM
(http://www.gstatic.com/tv/thumb/movieposters/11238556/p11238556_p_v8_aa.jpg)
Four acts on the road.
http://austintobostonfilm.com/
Definitely gonna check this out.
definitely
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Sweet blog, bro! I might put Netflix above HBO, but I agree for the most part.
One of my favorite things about Amazon Prime is that it includes all of HBO's catalog (with exception to currently airing seasons). It's not a good substitute, because who wants to be half a year behind on GoT?,but it's a nice selling point when it comes to completed series (The Sopranos, The Wire, Deadwood, et al).
I cancelled Hulu after the free trial.
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Sweet blog, bro! I might put Netflix above HBO, but I agree for the most part.
One of my favorite things about Amazon Prime is that it includes all of HBO's catalog (with exception to currently airing seasons). It's not a good substitute, because who wants to be half a year behind on GoT?,but it's a nice selling point when it comes to completed series (The Sopranos, The Wire, Deadwood, et al).
I cancelled Hulu after the free trial.
Thanks man, yeah Amazon is getting better and better and is basically poised to take over the known universe at this point.
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writing for aperion, huh?
this starts tomorrow.
looks sweet, pretty much a breaking bad with jason bateman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hAXVqrljbs
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Sweet blog, bro! I might put Netflix above HBO, but I agree for the most part.
One of my favorite things about Amazon Prime is that it includes all of HBO's catalog (with exception to currently airing seasons). It's not a good substitute, because who wants to be half a year behind on GoT?,but it's a nice selling point when it comes to completed series (The Sopranos, The Wire, Deadwood, et al).
I cancelled Hulu after the free trial.
Thanks man, yeah Amazon is getting better and better and is basically poised to take over the known universe at this point.
Anyway, it feels good to get paid to write again!
good read - honestly, HULU is good because it has the Golden Girls - without that the wife would not have let me cut the cord.
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Sweet blog, bro! I might put Netflix above HBO, but I agree for the most part.
One of my favorite things about Amazon Prime is that it includes all of HBO's catalog (with exception to currently airing seasons). It's not a good substitute, because who wants to be half a year behind on GoT?,but it's a nice selling point when it comes to completed series (The Sopranos, The Wire, Deadwood, et al).
I cancelled Hulu after the free trial.
Thanks man, yeah Amazon is getting better and better and is basically poised to take over the known universe at this point.
Anyway, it feels good to get paid to write again!
good read - honestly, HULU is good because it has the Golden Girls - without that the wife would not have let me cut the cord.
Ha, let me tell you, when I was in the hospital the two hour block of Golden Girls on Hallmark channel was one of the highlights of my day, no joke.
Thanks again dudes, trying to parlay this into a full time marketing job with Aperion.
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excellent.
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Pretty well made and intriguing UFO/alien documentary.
Finally finished season 2 of Master of None, very very nice.
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Finally finished season 2 of Master of None, very very nice.
The last three episodes were not that great IMO.
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click'd
writing for aperion, huh?
this starts tomorrow.
looks sweet, pretty much a breaking bad with jason bateman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hAXVqrljbs
The wife and I have binged this the past two weekends. We're watching the final episode tonight when she gets home from work. It's a really great series. A lot of metaphorical things happen and it makes me think about the series when I'm doing other things such as cutting the grass yesterday I began exploring all the metaphors in my head. I love it when shows make me do that!
Do you like music? And New Orleans? And characters? And documentaries?
Then you'll love this:
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YES!!! You are correct. In fact, I need to watch it again soon!
James Booker was definitely a character. I don't remember if this was something I read elsewhere or from that movie, but there was a time when Jerry invited him to play a couple gigs, and they had a practice session, and James Booker treated him as if he was just some sideman that was working for HIM, and took the lead on everything, doing his own songs, and telling Jerry what to do do. James Booker...pure genius.
eta: found some more info on that session, if anyone wanted:
http://lostlivedead.blogspot.com/2012/05/january-9-10-1976-sophies-palo-alto-ca.html
Quote from: gah on September 11, 2017, 02:33:09 PM
James Booker was definitely a character. I don't remember if this was something I read elsewhere or from that movie, but there was a time when Jerry invited him to play a couple gigs, and they had a practice session, and James Booker treated him as if he was just some sideman that was working for HIM, and took the lead on everything, doing his own songs, and telling Jerry what to do do. James Booker...pure genius.
eta: found some more info on that session, if anyone wanted:
http://lostlivedead.blogspot.com/2012/05/january-9-10-1976-sophies-palo-alto-ca.html
I love me some James Booker. There's this classic segment as well:
https://youtu.be/tGKrY27QSNs
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Mick Rock - Shot! The Psycho-Spiritual Mantra of Rock
Not particularly great, but fun to watch
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/05/movies/shot-the-psycho-spiritual-mantra-of-rock-review.html
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2017/jul/21/shot-the-psycho-spiritual-mantra-of-rock-review-mick-rock-photography
https://youtu.be/bnxSjvWwzwk
Not exactly Netflix, but you guys have got to watch the latest episode of Broad City (season 4, episode 4). Lot's of tripping happening and a brief Phish reference. I'll say no more.
Anyone else watching the new Stranger Things? I'm about halfway through and I think it's pretty great.
[spoiler]I don't think this is really a "spoiler" per se, by there is a hilarious Goonies reference with Sean Astin early in the season. I won't ruin it, but I thought it was good enough to warrant a mention.[/spoiler]
Quote from: ytowndan on October 30, 2017, 07:41:28 PM
Anyone else watching the new Stranger Things? I'm about halfway through and I think it's pretty great.
[spoiler]I don't think this is really a "spoiler" per se, by there is a hilarious Goonies reference with Sean Astin early in the season. I won't ruin it, but I thought it was good enough to warrant a mention.[/spoiler]
[spoiler]That "pirate's treasure" line cracked me up too.[/spoiler]
We just finished up episode six and it's still a great show, but doesn't have me as riveted as the first season. There's an 'After-Show' this year also called Beyond Stranger Things. We haven't watched any of it yet though.
House of Cards has been cancelled cause Spacey is a pederast.
Quote from: mbw on October 30, 2017, 08:39:22 PM
House of Cards has been cancelled cause Spacey is a pederast.
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Quote from: ytowndan on October 30, 2017, 07:41:28 PM
Anyone else watching the new Stranger Things? I'm about halfway through and I think it's pretty great.
[spoiler]I don't think this is really a "spoiler" per se, by there is a hilarious Goonies reference with Sean Astin early in the season. I won't ruin it, but I thought it was good enough to warrant a mention.[/spoiler]
[spoiler]That "pirate's treasure" line cracked me up too.[/spoiler]
We just finished up episode six and it's still a great show, but doesn't have me as riveted as the first season. There's an 'After-Show' this year also called Beyond Stranger Things. We haven't watched any of it yet though.
I'm pretty much in the same boat. I'm hoping that they finish out the Hawkins storyline this time and come back for a third season with a brand new story, kinda like American Horror Story, Fargo and True Detective.
As for an after-show, all of those "Talking" shows burned me out on that concept. Maybe this one's good, but I tend to see those types of shows as nothing more than a hype machine for the newtork, and in the case of AMC an excuse to sell an extra hour of commercials. It could be cool though. I'm not entirely allergic to the idea of it, considering that I'll watch the occasional comic-con panel. I think I'm just sick of Chris Hardwick's Hype Machine franchise.
Finished up Stranger Things over the weekend. Not as good as the first season but it was enjoyable.
Curious to see where they can take season 3, if they are going to have one.
For those of us south of the great white north, the documentary of the Hip's last tour 'Long time running' was released yesterday on Netflix. Definitely worth a watch, especially if you're a Hip fan. If not, you might gain a little insight into the band and its longevity.
Finally watched Mr. Dynamite. It's really good. Highly suggested!!
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Mindhunter is pretty fucking cool, you guys.
I'm through ep7 (of 10) so far and I'm way hooked.
Quote from: rowjimmy on November 14, 2017, 11:58:59 AM
Mindhunter is pretty fucking cool, you guys.
I'm through ep7 (of 10) so far and I'm way hooked.
We love it. I think were on ep5 or 6.
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Quote from: rowjimmy on November 14, 2017, 11:58:59 AM
Mindhunter is pretty fucking cool, you guys.
I'm through ep7 (of 10) so far and I'm way hooked.
We love it. I think were on ep5 or 6.
same. on ep 4
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Quote from: rowjimmy on November 14, 2017, 11:58:59 AM
Mindhunter is pretty fucking cool, you guys.
I'm through ep7 (of 10) so far and I'm way hooked.
We love it. I think were on ep5 or 6.
same. on ep 4
took me an episode or two, and then i binged it over a weekend.
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Quote from: mistercharlie on November 14, 2017, 12:08:52 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on November 14, 2017, 11:58:59 AM
Mindhunter is pretty fucking cool, you guys.
I'm through ep7 (of 10) so far and I'm way hooked.
We love it. I think were on ep5 or 6.
same. on ep 4
took me an episode or two, and then i binged it over a weekend.
Finished it the other night and thought it was great!
Any of you guys check out The Punisher? I still have three episodes to go, so I can't say for certain, but I think this may be my new favorite of the Marvel series. Maybe tied with Luke Cage. They keep knocking it out of the park with these shows.
Quote from: ytowndan on November 23, 2017, 06:16:57 PM
Any of you guys check out The Punisher? I still have three episodes to go, so I can't say for certain, but I think this may be my new favorite of the Marvel series. Maybe tied with Luke Cage. They keep knocking it out of the park with these shows.
We just finished the series a few minutes ago, it was really good. I still think Jessica Jones is my favorite so far. [spoiler]I was really kinda surprised to not see Claire pop up in it at some point.[/spoiler]
Not entirely related, but not worthy of its own thread either...
Amazon prime video is finally available on appletv!
Maybe old news but I just watched a doc the other day called "the magic of mushrooms" about the role fungi plays in nature & it was quite fascinating. No further description would do any justice.
https://www.netflix.com/title/80212708
Good to be back, think I'll stay this time.
Quote from: JumbleTheVents on December 06, 2017, 10:02:08 PM
Maybe old news but I just watched a doc the other day called "the magic of mushrooms" about the role fungi plays in nature & it was quite fascinating. No further description would do any justice.
https://www.netflix.com/title/80212708
Good to be back, think I'll stay this time.
If you change your mind, that would be cool too.
Black Mirror is back on 12/29.
Quote from: mbw on December 06, 2017, 10:39:46 PM
Quote from: JumbleTheVents on December 06, 2017, 10:02:08 PM
Maybe old news but I just watched a doc the other day called "the magic of mushrooms" about the role fungi plays in nature & it was quite fascinating. No further description would do any justice.
https://www.netflix.com/title/80212708
Good to be back, think I'll stay this time.
If you change your mind, that would be cool too.
You're a mean one, Mister Mirth.
Over on the ol' movie blog, we've been doing some monthly streaming recommendations that are, perhaps, more out of the ordinary than the usual such recommendations. Here's December's:
http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2017/12/streaming-salvation-december-2017/
Quote from: cactusfan on December 18, 2017, 02:51:32 PM
Over on the ol' movie blog, we've been doing some monthly streaming recommendations that are, perhaps, more out of the ordinary than the usual such recommendations. Here's December's:
http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2017/12/streaming-salvation-december-2017/
Tremors and Gremlins 2 were both staples of my youth. And man has it been a while since I've seen either. Thanks for the heads up!
Also, I just watched Rare Exports last night with some friends, and it was a most enjoyable yuletide romp. Upper Finland is an unforgiving place.
On the topic of streaming and polar climes, I've recently heard of a documentary just released to Netflix called Under an Arctic Sky. Haven't seen it yet but I like the director's Instagram account. The film is about some people who travel to Iceland during a dreadful winter storm to do some surfing. I'm sure nothing goes wrong.
I made my wife watch Gremlins 2 last night. I probably hadn't seen that film in at least 20 years. And never under, uh, certain conditions. It was fun (she agreed). The final half was about as bonkers I as remembered it being. Call me old-fashioned, but the practical gremlin puppets make all the difference. They offer just the right blend of real and fake, to great comedic effect. If this were a modern-day CGI exhibition it'd be lesser for it.
Watched Banking on Bitcoin the other night. A really great explanation of an extremely complex topic in a totally accessible fashion. All the major bitcoin players are in it, including the Winklevii. If you want to be able to explain bitcoin to your grandma when the ole bag inevitably asks about it over the holidays, check it out.
Quote from: VDB on December 20, 2017, 01:13:57 PM
I made my wife watch Gremlins 2 last night. I probably hadn't seen that film in at least 20 years. And never under, uh, certain conditions. It was fun (she agreed). The final half was about as bonkers I as remembered it being. Call me old-fashioned, but the practical gremlin puppets make all the difference. They offer just the right blend of real and fake, to great comedic effect. If this were a modern-day CGI exhibition it'd be lesser for it.
Dude, you're doing mini write ups of Gremlins 2 while neglecting The Last Jedi thread
you started?
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Quote from: Hicks on December 20, 2017, 03:35:06 PM
Quote from: VDB on December 20, 2017, 01:13:57 PM
I made my wife watch Gremlins 2 last night. I probably hadn't seen that film in at least 20 years. And never under, uh, certain conditions. It was fun (she agreed). The final half was about as bonkers I as remembered it being. Call me old-fashioned, but the practical gremlin puppets make all the difference. They offer just the right blend of real and fake, to great comedic effect. If this were a modern-day CGI exhibition it'd be lesser for it.
Dude, you're doing mini write ups of Gremlins 2 while neglecting The Last Jedi thread you started?
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One brings me joy. The other, only pain.
I should also note here that Gremlins 2 is actually streaming on Amazon Prime, not Netflix. I blame cactusfan for the derailment.
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Quote from: Hicks on December 20, 2017, 03:35:06 PM
Quote from: VDB on December 20, 2017, 01:13:57 PM
I made my wife watch Gremlins 2 last night. I probably hadn't seen that film in at least 20 years. And never under, uh, certain conditions. It was fun (she agreed). The final half was about as bonkers I as remembered it being. Call me old-fashioned, but the practical gremlin puppets make all the difference. They offer just the right blend of real and fake, to great comedic effect. If this were a modern-day CGI exhibition it'd be lesser for it.
Dude, you're doing mini write ups of Gremlins 2 while neglecting The Last Jedi thread you started?
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One brings me joy. The other, only pain.
Let it out buddy, let it out.
just picked up Netflix again for the 1st time in prob. 5 years.
-Can any1 suggest what major original netflix content/series i missed and should def. check out?
1st thing i started watching was Daredvil. seems solid so far.
Quote from: VA $l!m on December 23, 2017, 05:48:46 PM
just picked up Netflix again for the 1st time in prob. 5 years.
-Can any1 suggest what major original netflix content/series i missed and should def. check out?
1st thing i started watching was Daredvil. seems solid so far.
All of the Marvel series are really good, with Jessica Jones and Luke Cage being my favorites.
In the hour-long drama department, I'd suggest Mindhunter and Ozark. House of Cards was really cool, but who knows what's up with that now, given Kevin Spacey's situation. Orange is the New Black is pretty good too, but it's starting to show signs of being around too long. The first few years are great, though.
In the sci-fi area, I'd suggest checking out Stranger Things if you're in the mood for 80s nostalgia, and definitely check out Travelers for a well done time travel drama.
My two favorite comedies from them so far are Master of None and G.L.O.W. Schitts's Creek, even though it's not a Netflix original, is hilarious and worth your time, too.
Quote from: ytowndan on December 23, 2017, 06:26:26 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on December 23, 2017, 05:48:46 PM
just picked up Netflix again for the 1st time in prob. 5 years.
-Can any1 suggest what major original netflix content/series i missed and should def. check out?
1st thing i started watching was Daredvil. seems solid so far.
All of the Marvel series are really good, with Jessica Jones and Luke Cage being my favorites.
In the hour-long drama department, I'd suggest Mindhunter and Ozark. House of Cards was really cool, but who knows what's up with that now, given Kevin Spacey's situation. Orange is the New Black is pretty good too, but it's starting to show signs of being around too long. The first few years are great, though.
In the sci-fi area, I'd suggest checking out Stranger Things if you're in the mood for 80s nostalgia, and definitely check out Travelers for a well done time travel drama.
My two favorite comedies from them so far are Master of None and G.L.O.W. Schitts's Creek, even though it's not a Netflix original, is hilarious and worth your time, too.
awesome thanks man. look slike i got some serious binging to do. i figured why not since its dead of winter and all my cable shows just ended.
I will give a shout to Black Mirror, Narcos, and The Killing.
Quote from: mbw on December 23, 2017, 08:32:37 PM
I will give a shout to Black Mirror, Narcos, and The Killing.
cool, was lookin @ Narcos fo sure
DARK is good
Quote from: emay on December 24, 2017, 01:37:29 PM
DARK is good
Just finished this and it was a mind fuck. Good series. If you liked stranger things you would enjoy this.
the wife and I just started binging on The Crown - great fucking show, the acting & production quality are both top-notch.
New Dave Chapelle's up. They're great!
Also season 4 of Peaky Blinders.
Quote from: tet on January 05, 2018, 12:43:37 PM
the wife and I just started binging on The Crown - great fucking show, the acting & production quality are both top-notch.
Agreed and although I could usually care less about the monarchy, there was so much crazy shit going on that I never knew about.
I was teasing my wife when she first started it and as I'd pass through whatever room she was watching it in, I'd notice the crazy affairs and partying so I got hooked.
Quote from: mbw on December 23, 2017, 08:32:37 PM
I will give a shout to Black Mirror, Narcos, and The Killing.
The Killing was really good.
Currently halfway into season 2 of Longmire.
Not on Netflix, but if you liked The Crown you'd probably like Victoria. Or maybe not, my wife loves British shit so I watch a lot of it.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/shows/victoria/
Quote from: jam> on January 05, 2018, 12:55:46 PM
New Dave Chapelle's up. They're great!
I watched the first one Wednesday night and the other one just now. They're both great, I highly recommend at least the first one. The second might take a different kind of mind to appreciate, but it's still hilarious.
Quote from: jam> on January 05, 2018, 12:55:46 PM
New Dave Chapelle's up. They're great!
LOVED them! Dude dove fearlessly into hot-topic, current affairs with hilarious results.
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on January 05, 2018, 07:36:39 PM
Quote from: jam> on January 05, 2018, 12:55:46 PM
New Dave Chapelle's up. They're great!
LOVED them! Dude dove fearlessly into hot-topic, current affairs with hilarious results.
Did the first tonight, gonna cue up the next one.
I had to wipe the tears of laughter multiple times.
One of a kind for sure.
Must shout-out Master Of None.
Finished season 2 last night. The show presents itself as sort of single millennial eating his way through new York but it's WAY better than any capsule pitch will suggest.
Smash that cup Magnificent Kenny!
The show sorta pre-dated all the "#metoo" stuff and dealt with it in a serious, but hilarious way.
Quote from: mattstick on January 08, 2018, 12:28:41 PM
Smash that cup Magnificent Kenny!
The show sorta pre-dated all the "#metoo" stuff and dealt with it in a serious, but hilarious way.
I thought about that recently, how the sexual harassment storyline was a bit prescient in light of recent events. Bobby Cannavale was great in that role, too.
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Smash that cup Magnificent Kenny!
The show sorta pre-dated all the "#metoo" stuff and dealt with it in a serious, but hilarious way.
I thought about that recently, how the sexual harassment storyline was a bit prescient in light of recent events. Bobby Cannavale was great in that role, too.
YES!
As we watched last night I was surprised but not surprised that thread came about. Then I had to look at when it was released ands was surprised by the prescience.
Thanksgiving episode is a killer and several of the others have an artful edge to them a la some of Louis CK's best work without the ickiness that you got even before the allegations were widely known.
Excited for this coming in FEB. Looks like a Blade Runner aesthetic.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhFM8akm9a4
Just watched all six episodes of Dirty Money. Some were better than others. The maple syrup heist is classic. All are highly suggested viewing.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on January 31, 2018, 09:54:30 AM
Just watched all six episodes of Dirty Money. Some were better than others. The maple syrup heist is classic. All are highly suggested viewing.
Hitting this one today
I'm about halfway through "American Vandal."
It's a satirical take on these latter-day true-crime dramas like "Serial" or "Making a Murderer." In "Vandal," a high school senior is accused of spray-painting giant red dicks on every car in the faculty parking lot, and two determined investigators from the school A/V club set out to explore mysteries and inconsistencies in the case. It's played totally straight and is quite funny. Plenty of dick jokes, stoner humor, social-media gags, awkward teenagery, and other things that my wife bailed on after the first episode.
Quote from: VDB on February 12, 2018, 04:04:37 PM
I'm about halfway through "American Vandal."
It's a satirical take on these latter-day true-crime dramas like "Serial" or "Making a Murderer." In "Vandal," a high school senior is accused of spray-painting giant red dicks on every car in the faculty parking lot, and two determined investigators from the school A/V club set out to explore mysteries and inconsistencies in the case. It's played totally straight and is quite funny. Plenty of dick jokes, stoner humor, social-media gags, awkward teenagery, and other things that my wife bailed on after the first episode.
Added to the mancave list.
Dude! Joel McHale's new show is basically just a reboot of the Soup. I am sofa king happy!
Quote from: VDB on February 12, 2018, 04:04:37 PM
I'm about halfway through "American Vandal."
It's a satirical take on these latter-day true-crime dramas like "Serial" or "Making a Murderer." In "Vandal," a high school senior is accused of spray-painting giant red dicks on every car in the faculty parking lot, and two determined investigators from the school A/V club set out to explore mysteries and inconsistencies in the case. It's played totally straight and is quite funny. Plenty of dick jokes, stoner humor, social-media gags, awkward teenagery, and other things that my wife bailed on after the first episode.
Oh, and I forgot to mention that all the episode titles are dick puns. Hard to beat that.
This just came to amazon prime!
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/rare-prince-concert-film-sign-o-the-times-to-air-on-showtime-w499200 (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/rare-prince-concert-film-sign-o-the-times-to-air-on-showtime-w499200)
Fuck yes! Sheila E is a monster!
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 11, 2018, 04:45:04 PM
This just came to amazon prime!
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/rare-prince-concert-film-sign-o-the-times-to-air-on-showtime-w499200 (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/rare-prince-concert-film-sign-o-the-times-to-air-on-showtime-w499200)
Fuck yes! Sheila E is a monster!
ahem (http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=22786.0)
Quote from: VDB on March 11, 2018, 09:29:12 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 11, 2018, 04:45:04 PM
This just came to amazon prime!
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/rare-prince-concert-film-sign-o-the-times-to-air-on-showtime-w499200 (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/rare-prince-concert-film-sign-o-the-times-to-air-on-showtime-w499200)
Fuck yes! Sheila E is a monster!
ahem (http://week4paug.net/index.php?topic=22786.0)
posted over there.
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Sadly, not (yet) available in the States.
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Watched it, but it's a meh... You've been warned.
Quote from: mopper_smurf on March 15, 2018, 12:49:01 PM
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Watched it, but it's a meh... You've been warned.
So pretty much like the band, then.
Dark, a new series funded by Netflix, made in Germany, involving time travel. Very good, very smart, and indeed, very dark.
Wrote up more thoughts here:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/03/dark-in-which-the-future-is-past-and-vice-versa-and-various-versas-besides/
--but in short, well worth your time if you need a show to watch.
Quote from: cactusfan on March 16, 2018, 01:24:45 PM
Dark, a new series funded by Netflix, made in Germany, involving time travel. Very good, very smart, and indeed, very dark.
Wrote up more thoughts here:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/03/dark-in-which-the-future-is-past-and-vice-versa-and-various-versas-besides/
--but in short, well worth your time if you need a show to watch.
posted about this show a while ago, excellent show def recommend.
Great write up toO!
might have to dive into this soon..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBLS_OM6Puk
Quote from: anthrax on March 19, 2018, 06:30:26 PM
might have to dive into this soon..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBLS_OM6Puk
That looks fascinating.
Quote from: rowjimmy on March 20, 2018, 09:34:45 AM
Quote from: anthrax on March 19, 2018, 06:30:26 PM
might have to dive into this soon..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBLS_OM6Puk
That looks fascinating.
Added to queue. Should get to it by 2020.
Quote from: mopper_smurf on March 20, 2018, 10:44:49 AM
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Quote from: rowjimmy on March 20, 2018, 09:34:45 AM
Quote from: anthrax on March 19, 2018, 06:30:26 PM
might have to dive into this soon..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBLS_OM6Puk
That looks fascinating.
Added to queue. Should get to it by 2020.
2019.
Watching this. I think they could have knocked this out as a 2 hour documentary. Not really feeling 6 hours of this.
In the middle of watching Ugly Delicious, with David Change of Momofuku (yes, he of the Section 119 spicy chicken sandwich fame). Disguised as a cooking show, it's much more political than you think. Curious if anyone here has watched the whole season yet.
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In the middle of watching Ugly Delicious, with David Change of Momofuku (yes, he of the Section 119 spicy chicken sandwich fame). Disguised as a cooking show, it's much more political than you think. Curious if anyone here has watched the whole season yet.
I've watched it all! I don't usually ever watch cooking/food shows, but put this on randomly one day and really enjoyed it. It's def more than just a cooking show. They really immerse you in the differnt cultures.
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might have to dive into this soon..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBLS_OM6Puk
That looks fascinating.
Added to queue. Should get to it by 2020.
2019.
Watching this. I think they could have knocked this out as a 2 hour documentary. Not really feeling 6 hours of this.
Agreed. The whole thing could use less Sheila.
I don't think it's been mentioned yet in the thread but Rolling Stones: Crossfire Hurricane is pretty good if you're a fan of 70s RnR.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on March 27, 2018, 07:40:33 PM
I don't think it's been mentioned yet in the thread but Rolling Stones: Crossfire Hurricane is pretty good if you're a fan of 70s RnR.
2nd
Probably goes without saying, but Santa Clarita Diet Season 2 is on now and it's even funnier than the first season. We watched it all on Sunday.
Quote from: mistercharlie on March 28, 2018, 06:29:34 AM
Probably goes without saying, but Santa Clarita Diet Season 2 is on now and it's even funnier than the first season. We watched it all on Sunday.
Agreed. Too bad it's only 10 episodes.
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Probably goes without saying, but Santa Clarita Diet Season 2 is on now and it's even funnier than the first season. We watched it all on Sunday.
Agreed. Too bad it's only 10 episodes.
Yeah, I wish there were a few more episodes. I burned through those 10 before I knew it.
Its on Hulu but 11.23.63 is pretty good. Never read the Stephen King book but James Franco does a nice job in this adaptation series.
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Its on Hulu but 11.23.63 is pretty good. Never read the Stephen King book but James Franco does a nice job in this adaptation series.
I read this.. didn't know it was made into a movie/series.
I may have to watch this.
just got my netflix back. Watched new season of Orange is new BLack, pretty solid.
also just finished Ozark- that was reallly good. excited for season 2 next month.
Have any of you checked out Disenchantment yet? I watched it over the last few nights and thought it was pretty good. I've never seen Futurama and I haven't really followed The Simpsons in more than a decade, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I dug it, though. Some episodes were better than others, but none were really bad, and they all had multiple lol moments. I'm on board for the next batch of episodes.
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Have any of you checked out Disenchantment yet? I watched it over the last few nights and thought it was pretty good. I've never seen Futurama and I haven't really followed The Simpsons in more than a decade, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I dug it, though. Some episodes were better than others, but none were really bad, and they all had multiple lol moments. I'm on board for the next batch of episodes.
Watched the first handful and had some laughs. I will watch the rest.
Cocaine Coast.
If you like Narcos, you'll like this series.
Donald Cried.
It's like if American Movie was a fake movie.
2nd season of Ozark up today :)
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2nd season of Ozark up today :)
I'm looking forward to that over the weekend.
Best show on Netflix -
https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/80119525
Slow TV: Train Ride Bergen to Oslo
2009 TV-G 7h 14m
Take in the passing landscapes captured by train-mounted cameras during a rail journey through forests and mountains between Bergen and Oslo, Norway.
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Best show on Netflix -
https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/80119525
Slow TV: Train Ride Bergen to Oslo
2009 TV-G 7h 14m
Take in the passing landscapes captured by train-mounted cameras during a rail journey through forests and mountains between Bergen and Oslo, Norway.
Sounds similar to the Route One thingy that Sigur Ros did.
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Its on Hulu but 11.23.63 is pretty good. Never read the Stephen King book but James Franco does a nice job in this adaptation series.
I read this.. didn't know it was made into a movie/series.
I may have to watch this.
It's solid.
American Vandal season 2 9/14
Been watching Maniac with Emma Stone and Jonah Hill. Entertaining.
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Been watching Maniac with Emma Stone and Jonah Hill. Entertaining.
I will start that tomorrow.
Making a Murderer part 2 is dropping October 19th. Now would be a good time to brush up on the case if you are in to that kind of stuff.
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Been watching Maniac with Emma Stone and Jonah Hill. Entertaining.
I will start that tomorrow.
I just watched the first episode and I must say I'm intrigued. And I secretly love Emma Stone
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Been watching Maniac with Emma Stone and Jonah Hill. Entertaining.
I will start that tomorrow.
I just watched the first episode and I must say I'm intrigued. And I secretly love Emma Stone
I didn't exactly love the ending, but I still enjoyed the overall experience. It's definitely worth watching, imo. I wish more shows would risk having that kind of odd, genre-bending atmosphere.
Enjoyed Maniac as well. Amelia Gray is one of the writers on that show, and she has been recognized for her work in fiction through nominations, awards, Young Lion distinction, etc...https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amelia_Gray. I would recommend her short stories if you can find them.
The Haunting of Hill House is better than I expected. Lukewarm recommendation there.
Don't know if you guys would be interested in this, but there's this show called Sacred Games, it's Netflix first Indian original series, and it's highly addictive. It's got some of the best recent actors, writers, and directors from the indie indian film industry (not the bollywood crap most people associate with indian films). Anyhow, def worth checking out if you're into drugs, guns, gangs, murders, thrillers, crazy plot twists, cliffhangers at the end of every episode, etc...
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Don't know if you guys would be interested in this, but there's this show called Sacred Games, it's Netflix first Indian original series, and it's highly addictive. It's got some of the best recent actors, writers, and directors from the indie indian film industry (not the bollywood crap most people associate with indian films). Anyhow, def worth checking out if you're into drugs, guns, gangs, murders, thrillers, crazy plot twists, cliffhangers at the end of every episode, etc...
Sounds like my kind of thing! Will check this out.
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Been watching Maniac with Emma Stone and Jonah Hill. Entertaining.
I will start that tomorrow.
I just watched the first episode and I must say I'm intrigued. And I secretly love Emma Stone
I didn't exactly love the ending, but I still enjoyed the overall experience. It's definitely worth watching, imo. I wish more shows would risk having that kind of odd, genre-bending atmosphere.
Yeah, that sums up my experience with this show pretty well. Super genre-bending, and I loved that.
The Night Comes For Us, amazing Asian gangster/action movie.
Think The Raid Redemption with a better story, which is also on Netflix now.
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, new Coen brothers flick, an anthology of short westerns, financed by Netflix, and thus streaming as of now, while playing in a few theaters too. Pretty funny and dark and worth your while.
For more words on same:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/11/the-ballad-of-buster-scruggs-in-which-the-coens-dust-off-a-sextet-of-death/
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The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, new Coen brothers flick, an anthology of short westerns, financed by Netflix, and thus streaming as of now, while playing in a few theaters too. Pretty funny and dark and worth your while.
For more words on same:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/11/the-ballad-of-buster-scruggs-in-which-the-coens-dust-off-a-sextet-of-death/
Watching this right now. Love the Coen brothers. Love Westerns. This is rather mehtastic.
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The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, new Coen brothers flick, an anthology of short westerns, financed by Netflix, and thus streaming as of now, while playing in a few theaters too. Pretty funny and dark and worth your while.
For more words on same:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/11/the-ballad-of-buster-scruggs-in-which-the-coens-dust-off-a-sextet-of-death/
Gonna read this in a bit but I will say that I loved this film.
I came in here to look for something to binge on and was surprised to see that no one has mentioned Big Mouth yet. Just a hilariously raunchy animated show about going through puberty. I'm 7 episodes in and already have had many near pantspissing moments. If I remember correctly, the first word in the first episode was vagina...I was hooked.
Great show.
Watching Fyre right now. Ho. Lee. Shit. This is a must watch. Beyond a cluster fuck. Unreal.
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Watching Fyre right now. Ho. Lee. Shit. This is a must watch. Beyond a cluster fuck. Unreal.
I've already watched both of them. The fucked up thing is Billy McFarland went to my high school. Of course he was one year old when I graduated, but I know that kid, if you know what I mean. He is exactly the kind of douchebag kid I went to high school with. Just pure ego to the point of frauding even himself into believing his own bullshit.
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Watching Fyre right now. Ho. Lee. Shit. This is a must watch. Beyond a cluster fuck. Unreal.
I've already watched both of them. The fucked up thing is Billy McFarland went to my high school. Of course he was one year old when I graduated, but I know that kid, if you know what I mean. He is exactly the kind of douchebag kid I went to high school with. Just pure ego to the point of frauding even himself into believing his own bullshit.
Dude fucking sucks. Still need to watch the one on Hulu.
I watched that last night. At one point it was like the end of March and the festival was in April, but I thought they meant April of the next year, and thought that should have been enough time maybe. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard.
Murder Mountain is awesome if you like weed and stuff. My buddy is in the first episode which really took me by surprise because he didn't tell anyone about it at all.
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Murder Mountain is awesome if you like weed and stuff. My buddy is in the first episode which really took me by surprise because he didn't tell anyone about it at all.
Just finished this. Interesting look into Humbolt County. I did find it kind of weird as they basically wove the whole thing around Garrett's murder and what followed with a look into the culture and history of Humbolt. Almost mashing together 2 stories didn't flow that well. Still a good watch.
Who was your buddy?
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Murder Mountain is awesome if you like weed and stuff. My buddy is in the first episode which really took me by surprise because he didn't tell anyone about it at all.
Just finished this. Interesting look into Humbolt County. I did find it kind of weird as they basically wove the whole thing around Garrett's murder and what followed with a look into the culture and history of Humbolt. Almost mashing together 2 stories didn't flow that well. Still a good watch.
Who was your buddy?
My buddy is the guy from search and rescue that they talk to in the first episode. He told me that when they went to Humboldt they didn't know about Garret's murder or Murder Mountain and had planned on filming an unrelated weed thing bt then they found out about Murder Mountain and Garrett they switched gears and focused on that. You can kind of tell that's what happened after you watch it. It gets kind of directionless/disjointed by the end.
Russian Doll is good. Sharp as heck writing. One season of half hour episodes. Given how it plays out, I doubt there'll be more.
It's a Groundhog Day setup, but different.
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Murder Mountain is awesome if you like weed and stuff. My buddy is in the first episode which really took me by surprise because he didn't tell anyone about it at all.
Just finished this. Interesting look into Humbolt County. I did find it kind of weird as they basically wove the whole thing around Garrett's murder and what followed with a look into the culture and history of Humbolt. Almost mashing together 2 stories didn't flow that well. Still a good watch.
Who was your buddy?
My buddy is the guy from search and rescue that they talk to in the first episode. He told me that when they went to Humboldt they didn't know about Garret's murder or Murder Mountain and had planned on filming an unrelated weed thing bt then they found out about Murder Mountain and Garrett they switched gears and focused on that. You can kind of tell that's what happened after you watch it. It gets kind of directionless/disjointed by the end.
Well, that definitely explains it.
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Russian Doll is good. Sharp as heck writing. One season of half hour episodes. Given how it plays out, I doubt there'll be more.
It's a Groundhog Day setup, but different.
I think it's pretty good. Burned through the first 4 episodes pretty quickly and then lost interest but I'll probably finish it. Natasha Leon does a good job.
Abducted In Plain Sight
A documentary and it's fucked up on multiple levels.
Oh man... I'm only 10 minutes into this but it's already a fucking mazing!
New season of Documentary Now starts soon. They put a complete episode up on YouTube as a promo and it is awesome. A satire of Wild Wild Country called Batshit Valley. YES!
https://youtu.be/s7ZFxdicRgA (https://youtu.be/s7ZFxdicRgA)
Santa Clarita Diet season 3 March 29.
https://youtu.be/MH0vgNhLSOg
Yeah, I'm pumped for that! Such a hilarious show!
That didn't suck. Loved the bit when they introduced themselves as [spoiler]Belle and Sebastian[/spoiler]
Black Summer is great if you are into apocalyptic zombie stuff.
None of the cheese of the Walking Dead.
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Black Summer is great if you are into apocalyptic zombie stuff.
None of the cheese of the Walking Dead.
Great shout, enjoyed it.
One of my favorite moments happens early on, when Sun is being introduced, there is a brief shot of a dude ambling down the middle of the road whistling seemingly without a care in the world. I lol'ed.
getting sucked into Bad Blood. I'm a sucker for mob shit. Only halfway through 3rd episode but it has potential. Some annoying stuff but it's decent so far.
The Perfection
Rolling Thunder Review is up!! Just sayin'
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Rolling Thunder Review is up!! Just sayin'
Watched it. Excellent. Lots of great music, and all sorts of backstage stuff.
And then, oddly, there's lots of made up bullshit. One isn't even supposed to be able to tell what's bullshit and what isn't.
For example, Sharon Stone is interviewed, and everything she says is bullshit. Actor Michael Murphy is interviewed, but he's identified as senator Jack Tanner, a character he played for a Robert Altman miniseries in the '80s. The German guy who claims to be the one who filmed all the backstage stuff is an actor and didn't film anything. Who knows what else.
So that's odd. But entertaining.
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Rolling Thunder Review is up!! Just sayin'
Watched it. Excellent. Lots of great music, and all sorts of backstage stuff.
And then, oddly, there's lots of made up bullshit. One isn't even supposed to be able to tell what's bullshit and what isn't.
For example, Sharon Stone is interviewed, and everything she says is bullshit. Actor Michael Murphy is interviewed, but he's identified as senator Jack Tanner, a character he played for a Robert Altman miniseries in the '80s. The German guy who claims to be the one who filmed all the backstage stuff is an actor and didn't film anything. Who knows what else.
So that's odd. But entertaining.
Sounds a lot like Bob's "Chronicles Vol. 1" book - there were some facts in there, but mostly it was just a fun read.
Dead To Me is a fun dark comedy starring Christina Applegate. Lots of swearing too.
If you haven't checked out "I Think You Should Leave" yet, scope it. Sketch comedy show in the fashion of Tim and Eric, but a little bit less ate up. Absolutely hilarious stuff.
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Dead To Me is a fun dark comedy starring Christina Applegate. Lots of swearing too.
Fun show. She and Linda Cardellini were great together.
Why didn't anyone tell me Norm MacDonald had a Netflix show? As with most of his endeavors, it probably won't get renewed. It's buried in the catalog and has almost no production value...just a couple half hour episodes of him with celebrity guests, but no one makes me laugh like Norm. Anyway, if you're a Norm fan, check out 'Norm MacDonald has a Show'.
Finally watched The OA Part II
I like this show a lot, cool story/premise imo
looks like Stranger Things, Orange new BLack and Ozark maybe all new seasons comin up?
time to cash in my free Netflix month . :rockout:
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Dark, a new series funded by Netflix, made in Germany, involving time travel. Very good, very smart, and indeed, very dark.
Wrote up more thoughts here:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/03/dark-in-which-the-future-is-past-and-vice-versa-and-various-versas-besides/
--but in short, well worth your time if you need a show to watch.
Second season of this show is up, and it takes up right where the first season left off.
Lots of great time travel mindfucks in here.
Haven't finished this new season yet, but good so far.
If you've not watched either season, check it out!
And if, like me, you watched the first season over a year ago, you're screwed. The season 1 recap is useless. I actually went back and rewatched the whole season just to remember what the heck happened and who was who. Which was worth it.
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Quote from: cactusfan on March 16, 2018, 01:24:45 PM
Dark, a new series funded by Netflix, made in Germany, involving time travel. Very good, very smart, and indeed, very dark.
Wrote up more thoughts here:
www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/03/dark-in-which-the-future-is-past-and-vice-versa-and-various-versas-besides/ (http://www.standbyformindcontrol.com/2018/03/dark-in-which-the-future-is-past-and-vice-versa-and-various-versas-besides/)
--but in short, well worth your time if you need a show to watch.
Second season of this show is up, and it takes up right where the first season left off.
Lots of great time travel mindfucks in here.
Haven't finished this new season yet, but good so far.
If you've not watched either season, check it out!
And if, like me, you watched the first season over a year ago, you're screwed. The season 1 recap is useless. I actually went back and rewatched the whole season just to remember what the heck happened and who was who. Which was worth it.
Yeah I realized during S2 ep 3 I need to do this haha.
Second the recommendation re: Dark, it is a good show
My so watches this with my eldest. He wants to improve his German. Guess I have some caching up to do.
Just watched the Shaft reboot. On the upside: Samuel L. Jackson. On the downside: everybody else. Dad/son action movies suck as a rule, with only the Ford/Connery combo as the sole exception. And my people are hunting down the guy who put a fucking AutoTune verslon of the fabled theme song in the soundtrack.
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Just watched the Shaft reboot. On the upside: Samuel L. Jackson. On the downside: everybody else. Dad/son action movies suck as a rule, with only the Ford/Connery combo as the sole exception. And my people are hunting down the guy who put a fucking AutoTune verslon of the fabled theme song in the soundtrack.
On Netflix?
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Just watched the Shaft reboot. On the upside: Samuel L. Jackson. On the downside: everybody else. Dad/son action movies suck as a rule, with only the Ford/Connery combo as the sole exception. And my people are hunting down the guy who put a fucking AutoTune verslon of the fabled theme song in the soundtrack.
On Netflix?
Yup
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Just watched the Shaft reboot. On the upside: Samuel L. Jackson. On the downside: everybody else. Dad/son action movies suck as a rule, with only the Ford/Connery combo as the sole exception. And my people are hunting down the guy who put a fucking AutoTune verslon of the fabled theme song in the soundtrack.
On Netflix?
Yup
Dutch Netflix be crazy! I heard they got Winds of Winter book on tape read by Gilbert Gottfried too!
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Quote from: mopper_smurf on July 03, 2019, 02:43:19 PM
Just watched the Shaft reboot. On the upside: Samuel L. Jackson. On the downside: everybody else. Dad/son action movies suck as a rule, with only the Ford/Connery combo as the sole exception. And my people are hunting down the guy who put a fucking AutoTune verslon of the fabled theme song in the soundtrack.
On Netflix?
Yup
Dutch Netflix be crazy! I heard they got Winds of Winter book on tape read by Gilbert Gottfried too!
It's ok to be jealous
https://youtu.be/5UijUOy0MmE
El Camino was pretty sweet.
Obviously a must watch for BB fans.
2001! Of course i've seen lots of time already, but hey, It's fucking 2001.
Echo in the Valley is on Netflix. I checked it out last night and really enjoyed.
Its Canyon not Valley. Sorry about that guys.
Have we talked about The End Of The F***ing World?
That show is terrific and season 2 dropped about a month ago.
GO WATCH IT
If you have watched it, check out this podcast in which I, the guest, discuss the show. Spoilers abound!
https://www.osirispod.com/podcasts/welcome-to-the-party-pal/welcome-to-the-party-pal-episode-37-the-end-of-the-fing-world/
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Have we talked about The End Of The F***ing World?
That show is terrific and season 2 dropped about a month ago.
GO WATCH IT
If you have watched it, check out this podcast in which I, the guest, discuss the show. Spoilers abound!
https://www.osirispod.com/podcasts/welcome-to-the-party-pal/welcome-to-the-party-pal-episode-37-the-end-of-the-fing-world/
Whoa, I loved that show! Had no idea there was another season in the works, let alone one that's already out. Gonna check out that pod for sure. Thanks!
Quote from: Multibeast12 on December 08, 2019, 05:54:45 PM
Echo in the Valley is on Netflix. I checked it out last night and really enjoyed.
Watched it Monday, really cool.
Are you guys referring to Echo in the Canyon? I see that on Netflix but not Echo in the Valley.
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Are you guys referring to Echo in the Canyon? I see that on Netflix but not Echo in the Valley.
I was, I assumed the same for multibeast
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Are you guys referring to Echo in the Canyon? I see that on Netflix but not Echo in the Valley.
I was, I assumed the same for multibeast
I was as well. Sorry for the mistake.
Quote from: gainesvillegreen on July 02, 2019, 06:49:18 PM
Second the recommendation re: Dark, it is a good show
Just binged the whole first season this week and agree that it is a good show.
However, the voice over dubs are still jarring to me. I wonder if it would have been better to just have subtitles??
I just realized after watching the whole 1st season that it was a setting in Netflix lol
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Second the recommendation re: Dark, it is a good show
Just binged the whole first season this week and agree that it is a good show.
However, the voice over dubs are still jarring to me. I wonder if it would have been better to just have subtitles??
It's way better with subtitles.
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Quote from: gainesvillegreen on July 02, 2019, 06:49:18 PM
Second the recommendation re: Dark, it is a good show
Just binged the whole first season this week and agree that it is a good show.
However, the voice over dubs are still jarring to me. I wonder if it would have been better to just have subtitles??
It's way better with subtitles.
Great show! And definitely go with the subs.
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Quote from: gainesvillegreen on July 02, 2019, 06:49:18 PM
Second the recommendation re: Dark, it is a good show
Just binged the whole first season this week and agree that it is a good show.
However, the voice over dubs are still jarring to me. I wonder if it would have been better to just have subtitles??
It's way better with subtitles.
Great show! And definitely go with the subs.
Agreed x 1000
Moar Kubrick!
https://youtu.be/-ZYlXEUo-Lo
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Quote from: rowjimmy on December 09, 2019, 12:52:31 PM
Have we talked about The End Of The F***ing World?
That show is terrific and season 2 dropped about a month ago.
GO WATCH IT
If you have watched it, check out this podcast in which I, the guest, discuss the show. Spoilers abound!
https://www.osirispod.com/podcasts/welcome-to-the-party-pal/welcome-to-the-party-pal-episode-37-the-end-of-the-fing-world/
Whoa, I loved that show! Had no idea there was another season in the works, let alone one that's already out. Gonna check out that pod for sure. Thanks!
I finally got a chance to see these new episodes, and I'm so glad that they decided to bring this back for another season. As you guys mention in the podcast, the season one ending was so perfect that, I too, assumed it was a one-and-done miniseries. They really knocked it out of the park, though, with these final 8 episodes (according to wiki, the writer said, "[...] I think to try and eke more out would be wrong, I like where we've left it.").
Excellent podcast, btw. It's a shame this show remains so under the radar. It deserves to be celebrated, and you guys did it justice. I'm glad you guys touched on the music, too, which I think was one of its major strong points. [spoiler]Random side note: I, too, was dying when James starts hand-scooping his father's goopy ashes. "Maybe I should just pour him out." lmao! And, yeah, that final shot, when she holds his hand (worth noting that this time she grabs the "gross" one which she previously rejected) and they look out into the distance -- with us now behind them -- is so perfect.[/spoiler]
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Have we talked about The End Of The F***ing World?
That show is terrific and season 2 dropped about a month ago.
GO WATCH IT
If you have watched it, check out this podcast in which I, the guest, discuss the show. Spoilers abound!
https://www.osirispod.com/podcasts/welcome-to-the-party-pal/welcome-to-the-party-pal-episode-37-the-end-of-the-fing-world/
Whoa, I loved that show! Had no idea there was another season in the works, let alone one that's already out. Gonna check out that pod for sure. Thanks!
I finally got a chance to see these new episodes, and I'm so glad that they decided to bring this back for another season. As you guys mention in the podcast, the season one ending was so perfect that, I too, assumed it was a one-and-done miniseries. They really knocked it out of the park, though, with these final 8 episodes (according to wiki, the writer said, "[...] I think to try and eke more out would be wrong, I like where we've left it.").
Excellent podcast, btw. It's a shame this show remains so under the radar. It deserves to be celebrated, and you guys did it justice. I'm glad you guys touched on the music, too, which I think was one of its major strong points. [spoiler]Random side note: I, too, was dying when James starts hand-scooping his father's goopy ashes. "Maybe I should just pour him out." lmao! And, yeah, that final shot, when she holds his hand (worth noting that this time she grabs the "gross" one which she previously rejected) and they look out into the distance -- with us now behind them -- is so perfect.[/spoiler]
Thanks for checking out the podcast. I really do love this show.
I ended up watching it, as well, and liked the show.
I definitely thought it would have been fine ended it after season one, but even moreso believe that there should NOT be a season three.
While true that as shows move in to later seasons the characters and storylines evolve, I personally am not looking forward to that with these characters.
Once it moved past the sociopathic arc I am kinda meh
Anyone start Messiah, yet?
I've been binging it this weekend, I like it
Quote from: GBL on January 12, 2020, 01:54:26 PM
I ended up watching it, as well, and liked the show.
I definitely thought it would have been fine ended it after season one, but even moreso believe that there should NOT be a season three.
While true that as shows move in to later seasons the characters and storylines evolve, I personally am not looking forward to that with these characters.
Once it moved past the sociopathic arc I am kinda meh
Thing is, it was never about being a psychopath.
It's about trauma and the many ways we suffer from it.
Season two offers a glimpse at the possibility of recovery.
I think that alone warranted the second season.
I agree that they should not do a third and I do not think that they will.
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Quote from: GBL on January 12, 2020, 01:54:26 PM
I ended up watching it, as well, and liked the show.
I definitely thought it would have been fine ended it after season one, but even moreso believe that there should NOT be a season three.
While true that as shows move in to later seasons the characters and storylines evolve, I personally am not looking forward to that with these characters.
Once it moved past the sociopathic arc I am kinda meh
Thing is, it was never about being a psychopath.
It's about trauma and the many ways we suffer from it.
Season two offers a glimpse at the possibility of recovery.
I think that alone warranted the second season.
I agree that they should not do a third and I do not think that they will.
I think it is one of the first post-Millenial shows which, apart from the excellent writing, makes it an interesting cultural artifact.
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Quote from: GBL on January 12, 2020, 01:54:26 PM
I ended up watching it, as well, and liked the show.
I definitely thought it would have been fine ended it after season one, but even moreso believe that there should NOT be a season three.
While true that as shows move in to later seasons the characters and storylines evolve, I personally am not looking forward to that with these characters.
Once it moved past the sociopathic arc I am kinda meh
Thing is, it was never about being a psychopath.
It's about trauma and the many ways we suffer from it.
Season two offers a glimpse at the possibility of recovery.
I think that alone warranted the second season.
I agree that they should not do a third and I do not think that they will.
For me, it wasn't actually about whether or not he was a sociopath. It was more about the tension that the dynamic brought to their relationship. Also, for me, I just felt that both main characters arc completed nicely during season one.
Either way, was a good show!
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I ended up watching it, as well, and liked the show.
I definitely thought it would have been fine ended it after season one, but even moreso believe that there should NOT be a season three.
While true that as shows move in to later seasons the characters and storylines evolve, I personally am not looking forward to that with these characters.
Once it moved past the sociopathic arc I am kinda meh
Thing is, it was never about being a psychopath.
It's about trauma and the many ways we suffer from it.
Season two offers a glimpse at the possibility of recovery.
I think that alone warranted the second season.
I agree that they should not do a third and I do not think that they will.
I think it is one of the first post-Millenial shows which, apart from the excellent writing, makes it an interesting cultural artifact.
Post Millennial Malaise? 😂
Tiger King, anyone?
We watched the first three episodes last night, and it's one of the most gloriously batshit things I've ever seen.
https://youtu.be/acTdxsoa428
Quote from: natronzero on March 27, 2020, 03:45:21 PM
Tiger King, anyone?
We watched the first three episodes last night, and it's one of the most gloriously batshit things I've ever seen.
https://youtu.be/acTdxsoa428
2 episodes in. Total insanity. Like you said, batshit crazy. Its a brand new train wreck every 5-10 minutes. :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy:
Yeah that show is nuts. Everyone in it is as crazy as a shithouse rat.
I'm stoked that ozark season 3 is out now.
never heard of that show until 2 days ago and i must have heard about it 10 different times! i can't get away from it!
watched Yesterday...uh...yesterday. not too shabby. kinda sappy, but an interesting idea.
Might have to check that out.
I watched Maron's new special last night. I'm not sure when it came out, but it has 2020 for the release year so it's gotta be pretty newish. Definitely recommend it.
I there are any hooligans in here you need to check out "the English game". Dramatization done well about the old FA cup and all the working mans teams before you could Ben payed to play soccer. Pretty rad.
Quote from: justjezmund on March 29, 2020, 11:26:17 PM
I there are any hooligans in here you need to check out "the English game". Dramatization done well about the old FA cup and all the working mans teams before you could Ben payed to play soccer. Pretty rad.
It's not bad, but the soccer scenes suck. One of my friends is a sports historian and he was very annoyed to put it mildly.
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Might have to check that out.
I watched Maron's new special last night. I'm not sure when it came out, but it has 2020 for the release year so it's gotta be pretty newish. Definitely recommend it.
Maron's special came out at the beginning of March.
Season 3 of Ozark is bananas! :crazy:
I don't really binge watch these days, but I can't stop after one with this show.
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Season 3 of Ozark is bananas! :crazy:
I don't really binge watch these days, but I can't stop after one with this show.
That was pretty damn phenomenal. Definitely worth ten hours of your quarantine time!
Alright, I finally started this Ozark series everyone's been going on about.
2 ep in and I'm intrigued.
Started watching Tiger King today. Holy fucking shit, total freak show. Guess I am hooked.
Quote from: mopper_smurf on April 16, 2020, 11:28:08 AM
Started watching Tiger King today. Holy fucking shit, total freak show. Guess I am hooked.
Enjoy! Every time you think the crazy has plateaued, it goes next level. 'Murica!
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Quote from: mopper_smurf on April 16, 2020, 11:28:08 AM
Started watching Tiger King today. Holy fucking shit, total freak show. Guess I am hooked.
Enjoy! Every time you think the crazy has plateaued, it goes next level. 'Murica!
I hear ya! And you are right. Mayhem galore.
Big shoutout to Midnight Gospel here. https://www.netflix.com/title/80987903
Quote from: jam> on May 04, 2020, 11:55:06 AM
Big shoutout to Midnight Gospel here. https://www.netflix.com/title/80987903
Second recommendation I've seen for this in an hour. I will check it out!
its awesome!
bought a single month of netflix a few days ago. figured i'd have some time on my hands plus i really wanted to watch ozark season 3. i really enjoyed seasons 1 and 2. knocked out season 3 faster than i think i've ever watch any tv series ever. but i wasn't impressed. looking forward to checking out other things in this thread.
Quote from: anthrax on May 04, 2020, 03:48:57 PM
bought a single month of netflix a few days ago. figured i'd have some time on my hands plus i really wanted to watch ozark season 3. i really enjoyed seasons 1 and 2. knocked out season 3 faster than i think i've ever watch any tv series ever. but i wasn't impressed. looking forward to checking out other things in this thread.
Go immediately to Too Hot to Handle, you and the Mrs will not thank me later
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
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Quote from: anthrax on May 04, 2020, 03:48:57 PM
bought a single month of netflix a few days ago. figured i'd have some time on my hands plus i really wanted to watch ozark season 3. i really enjoyed seasons 1 and 2. knocked out season 3 faster than i think i've ever watch any tv series ever. but i wasn't impressed. looking forward to checking out other things in this thread.
Go immediately to Too Hot to Handle, you and the Mrs will not thank me later
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Just looked it up. Theres no freaking way, dude.
By the way, in case you weren't aware, I highly recommend www.justwatch.com if you have a couple streaming services. You can choose all of the streaming services you subscribe to and you set a filter to only show movies with an imdb rating of xxx or higher, or rottentomatoes ratings of xxx or higher and it'll give you a nice list of everything available. Netflix and Amazon's interface both suck donkey balls and I can never find actual good movies on there. They have all of the other HBO GO, Hulu, etc as well.
Quote from: khalpin on May 04, 2020, 06:46:07 PM
By the way, in case you weren't aware, I highly recommend www.justwatch.com if you have a couple streaming services. You can choose all of the streaming services you subscribe to and you set a filter to only show movies with an imdb rating of xxx or higher, or rottentomatoes ratings of xxx or higher and it'll give you a nice list of everything available. Netflix and Amazon's interface both suck donkey balls and I can never find actual good movies on there. They have all of the other HBO GO, Hulu, etc as well.
I use this for mainstream films but I use other websites to find XXX rated material.
Not on Netflix yet, but I suppose it will be ...
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2020/may/04/nicolas-cage-joe-exotic-tiger-king-miniseries
QuoteNicolas Cage is set to take on the role of Joe Exotic in a new miniseries based on the imprisoned zoo-owner known as Tiger King.
According to Variety, the Oscar winner will be the lead in a project from American Vandal showrunner Dan Lagana along with Paul Young. It will be based on a Texas Monthly article titled Joe Exotic: A Dark Journey Into the World of a Man Gone Wild, by Leif Reigstad.
It will be made by CBS studios along with Imagine Entertainment and soon be shopped around to various networks and streaming platforms.
The miniseries marks the second scripted drama to be based on Exotic following on from an announcement last year that the podcast Joe Exotic: Tiger King would be adapted for television. Saturday Night Live's Kate McKinnon is attached to play Carole Baskin, Exotic's rival.
The Netflix docseries Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness has found phenomenal success since its release in March, attracting more than 64 million viewers. The story follows an eccentric big cat keeper and the criminal underworld which surrounds him. Exotic is currently serving a 22-year prison sentence. When asked which actor he'd like to play him, he suggested Brad Pitt.
The show will be Cage's first TV project. After winning the best actor Oscar for his role in alcoholism drama Leaving Las Vegas in 1996, Cage has starred in films including Con Air, National Treasure and Snowden. His upcoming projects include Pig, where he will play a mushroom forager, and Wally's Wonderland, which sees him as a janitor fighting demonic animatronic mascots.
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bought a single month of netflix a few days ago. figured i'd have some time on my hands plus i really wanted to watch ozark season 3. i really enjoyed seasons 1 and 2. knocked out season 3 faster than i think i've ever watch any tv series ever. but i wasn't impressed. looking forward to checking out other things in this thread.
Go immediately to Too Hot to Handle, you and the Mrs will not thank me later
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Just looked it up. Theres no freaking way, dude.
I did say you would NOT thank me!
In all seriousness though, I would highly recommend the series 'Dark', it's the best thing ever imo. Just make sure you do not watch in English, use the subtitles instead
Tiger king is the dumbest show ever
Quote from: anthrax on May 09, 2020, 11:50:55 AM
Tiger king is the dumbest show ever
I've only gotten a couple episodes in.
It seems like if a Christopher Guest movie was real
Quote from: anthrax on May 09, 2020, 11:50:55 AM
Tiger king is the dumbest show ever
Yup, I tried my best to give it a chance but just can't enjoy this train wreck of wastoids.
Enjoyed the new Jerry special, he has a bit more of a physical stage presence than in the past which was surprising, but I thought worked well for the most part.
Some of the bits are really funny, the pop tart bit especially was hilarious.
Insane that he's 65, he looks like he's in his early 50s.
Quote from: Hicks on May 09, 2020, 01:10:06 PM
Enjoyed the new Jerry special, he has a bit more of a physical stage presence than in the past which was surprising, but I thought worked well for the most part.
Some of the bits are really funny, the pop tart bit especially was hilarious.
Insane that he's 65, he looks like he's in his early 50s.
I watched it the other morning. Really good stuff. I loved the "You're always just waiting to get somewhere" bit.
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Quote from: anthrax on May 04, 2020, 06:19:26 PM
Quote from: GBL on May 04, 2020, 05:32:53 PM
Quote from: anthrax on May 04, 2020, 03:48:57 PM
bought a single month of netflix a few days ago. figured i'd have some time on my hands plus i really wanted to watch ozark season 3. i really enjoyed seasons 1 and 2. knocked out season 3 faster than i think i've ever watch any tv series ever. but i wasn't impressed. looking forward to checking out other things in this thread.
Go immediately to Too Hot to Handle, you and the Mrs will not thank me later
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Just looked it up. Theres no freaking way, dude.
I did say you would NOT thank me!
In all seriousness though, I would highly recommend the series 'Dark', it's the best thing ever imo. Just make sure you do not watch in English, use the subtitles instead
Dark is excellent, and GBL is right, definitely watch it in German with the English subs. Its third and final season is just a couple months away. I'm pretty pumped for that.
This hit Netflix today!
(https://i.imgur.com/gcoqYL6.png)
YES!
https://youtu.be/cq2iTHoLrt0
Not Netflix, but The Great on Hulu is great
https://youtu.be/hJGedvRfHYg
Quote from: GBL on June 12, 2020, 10:23:27 AM
YES!
https://youtu.be/cq2iTHoLrt0
Just finished a rewatch of seasons 1 and 2. This show is so nuts. And great.
I just watched/binged DEVS on Hulu, and it was awesome. For any fan of Dark, this show is very much a rec.
Deals with the same questions of free will vs determinism, good vs bad, etc., Set in a near-futurish SF.
I thought it could almost be better than Dark! (Admitted recency bias, notwithstanding)
https://youtu.be/Fp9LMsI6uJ8
https://youtu.be/cDTg62vsV4U
I really loved this one. It's really dark and pretty depressing, but it's Charlie Kaufman, so that's to be expected. I don't know if it tops Synecdoche, New York, but I definitely liked it better than Anomalisa (which I thought was very good).
It's kind of being sold as a horror movie. The trailer sort of has that vibe, but I think you'll be let down if that's what you're expecting. It does begin with a popular plot device of the genre, but it quickly becomes Kaufmanesque (the whole first act is basically like watching a dinner party where there's a gas leak, and it only gets weirder from there).
I guess it has been around awhile, but my wife and I just discovered i'm sorry a month or two ago and loved it. Apparently, the third season was ready to go but they just got dropped because they film on location and don't use sets. I'm totally in love with the main character, played by Andrea Savage, and she apparently writes it as well. Anyhow, just fucking hilarious married with kid(s) humor.
Quote from: GBL on June 24, 2020, 08:18:02 AM
I just watched/binged DEVS on Hulu, and it was awesome. For any fan of Dark, this show is very much a rec.
Deals with the same questions of free will vs determinism, good vs bad, etc., Set in a near-futurish SF.
I thought it could almost be better than Dark! (Admitted recency bias, notwithstanding)
https://youtu.be/Fp9LMsI6uJ8
I just crushed this over the long weekend. Super good! Very interesting And I really dig Nick Offerman in most things, but this is a very different role for him, and he does very well. Of course the nerd in mr loves the tech aspect, no matter how crazy it seems. Also, this shows cinematography and whole asthetic is very beautiful. Highly recommend as well.
Trial of the Chicago 7
Great movies little scary, given the times
Borat
must see
On one level it was so wrong - but so funny
on another level is was so right!
Quote from: sls.stormyrider on November 15, 2020, 01:33:13 PM
Borat
must see
On one level it was so wrong - but so funny
on another level is was so right!
Was talking about this yesterday. I haven't seen the new one but I'm familiar with his work... Basically, if you watch Borat and aren't constantly offended, then you may be the bad guy in the film.
(https://bingeddata.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2021/01/count-me-in.jpg)
Wish they had included Billy and Mickey, also Fish. Anyone who is inspired by drummers will love this. Recommended.
I dont think theres a hulu thread but the Wu Tang An American saga series on there is pretty good.
also I think you should leave on Netflix is pretty funny if you're into that type of sketch comedy.
jus upped my netflix for a month to watch Squid game and Arcane.
real excited for both.
Not on Netflix, but AmazonPrime...
A brand new season of The Kids In The Hall (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.05606fe9-e3ce-410d-97b8-d8ad77040eb9/?ie=UTF8&ref_=dvm_us_api_cs_hud_pr_DW&pf_rd_r=JP79ETJYMAPW5VZSQM6P&pf_rd_p=b3c6661d-5538-465a-a1e4-b55b571e656f&pd_rd_r=ea97e2dc-1afa-49be-9888-ee885715ff41&pd_rd_w=ARMWP&pd_rd_wg=THvng)!!!
While I can't comment on new KITH content, I will say that I recently found the anthology short-animation series Love Death + Robots on Netflix, and it carries my strong endorsement.
Quote from: VDB on May 13, 2022, 11:21:18 AMWhile I can't comment on new KITH content, I will say that I recently found the anthology short-animation series Love Death + Robots on Netflix, and it carries my strong endorsement.
yeah thats good stuff
so, we just watched 10 hours of The Sandman today. Really great adaptation. If you've read the books you'll love the show.
I watched the Woodstock '99 docuseries on Netflix last night. I guess I had no idea how horrendous that whole thing was...maybe I had blinders on based on the fact that I had no interest in that lineup.
Quote from: pcr3 on August 08, 2022, 03:33:55 PMI watched the Woodstock '99 docuseries on Netflix last night. I guess I had no idea how horrendous that whole thing was...maybe I had blinders on based on the fact that I had no interest in that lineup.
I watched it - I remember exactly how bad it was. I remember reading about the rapes and assaults and all that shit. I thought the doc did a pretty good job of laying exactly who was at fault there.
I've spent considerable time on the production side of really large festivals. It's not that hard to create an environment that people respect enough to not turn ugly en-masse.
Lollapalooza hosts 100K every day with line-ups that do not shy away from amped-up angsty shit. There are copious numbers of drugged-out kids under 20 years old. But there is also a constant supply of free and cold water available near every stage. There are reasonable options for food. And they fucking clean up the place all day and every night like Disney World. If you respect your audience they will respect you. It's quite simple.
Also, it was never lost on me that Phish hosted 80K people less than 6 months later in an environment that was no less "free from authority" than Woodstock 99. I mean, I have never seen a more open drug market anywhere... but, again, we were treated like adults and respected the place in kind.
Quote from: pcr3 on August 08, 2022, 03:33:55 PMI watched the Woodstock '99 docuseries on Netflix last night. I guess I had no idea how horrendous that whole thing was...maybe I had blinders on based on the fact that I had no interest in that lineup.
Well, that escalated quickly. Also: I never thought I could despise Limp Bizkit and frat boys more than I already did.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on August 08, 2022, 04:41:30 PMQuote from: pcr3 on August 08, 2022, 03:33:55 PMI watched the Woodstock '99 docuseries on Netflix last night. I guess I had no idea how horrendous that whole thing was...maybe I had blinders on based on the fact that I had no interest in that lineup.
I watched it - I remember exactly how bad it was. I remember reading about the rapes and assaults and all that shit. I thought the doc did a pretty good job of laying exactly who was at fault there.
I've spent considerable time on the production side of really large festivals. It's not that hard to create an environment that people respect enough to not turn ugly en-masse.
Lollapalooza hosts 100K every day with line-ups that do not shy away from amped-up angsty shit. There are copious numbers of drugged-out kids under 20 years old. But there is also a constant supply of free and cold water available near every stage. There are reasonable options for food. And they fucking clean up the place all day and every night like Disney World. If you respect your audience they will respect you. It's quite simple.
Also, it was never lost on me that Phish hosted 80K people less than 6 months later in an environment that was no less "free from authority" than Woodstock 99. I mean, I have never seen a more open drug market anywhere... but, again, we were treated like adults and respected the place in kind.
And think of the heat we had to endure. One of my friends was a puddle most of the weekend (and not in the good way). I wasn't sure if he was gonna make it.
Setting aside Woodstock '99 for a minute...
Is anyone else watching The Resort on Peacock? It's pretty funny and addictive. The wife and I are three episodes deep and we want to know the answers to the mystery!
Quote from: mistercharlie on August 12, 2022, 03:08:57 PMThe Resort on Peacock? It's pretty funny and addictive. The wife and I are three episodes deep and we want to know the answers to the mystery!
Have you seen The White Lotus?
Quote from: PIE-GUY on August 08, 2022, 04:41:30 PMQuote from: pcr3 on August 08, 2022, 03:33:55 PMI watched the Woodstock '99 docuseries on Netflix last night. I guess I had no idea how horrendous that whole thing was...maybe I had blinders on based on the fact that I had no interest in that lineup.
I watched it - I remember exactly how bad it was. I remember reading about the rapes and assaults and all that shit. I thought the doc did a pretty good job of laying exactly who was at fault there.
I've spent considerable time on the production side of really large festivals. It's not that hard to create an environment that people respect enough to not turn ugly en-masse.
Lollapalooza hosts 100K every day with line-ups that do not shy away from amped-up angsty shit. There are copious numbers of drugged-out kids under 20 years old. But there is also a constant supply of free and cold water available near every stage. There are reasonable options for food. And they fucking clean up the place all day and every night like Disney World. If you respect your audience they will respect you. It's quite simple.
Also, it was never lost on me that Phish hosted 80K people less than 6 months later in an environment that was no less "free from authority" than Woodstock 99. I mean, I have never seen a more open drug market anywhere... but, again, we were treated like adults and respected the place in kind.
I watched last night and couldn't help but think about my experience at both Oswego roughly a week before and an hour and a half away from Woodstock '99 and Big Cypress that year. Very thankful that our band put so much thought into their festys.
Is it much different than the Hulu one? Felt like I learned a good bit about it during that and it was pretty dark, not sure if I really want to watch 2-3 more hours about it ha.
I'm a little too excited for this shit...
That looks very nostalgically good!!
And as an added bonus, apparently the wife has only seen the 1st one and doesn't remember it much... So we get to do a trilogy bing before this comes out! :willynilly:
BEEF
it's really good (and what's for dinner)
Steven Yeun and Ali Wong are both amazing, supporting cast as well
Quote from: GBL on March 07, 2024, 08:41:58 PMBEEF
it's really good (and what's for dinner)
Steven Yen and Ali Wong are both amazing, supporting cast as well
I watched the first ep and it was too tense for me.
I think that's praise rather than criticism but I could not keep watching.
The wife and I started watching The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin on Apple+ last night. Pretty funny if you like Mel Brooks/Monty Python-style humor. It also reminds me of Our Flag Means Death, a bit.
Quote from: rowjimmy on March 08, 2024, 09:44:26 AMQuote from: GBL on March 07, 2024, 08:41:58 PMBEEF
it's really good (and what's for dinner)
Steven Yen and Ali Wong are both amazing, supporting cast as well
I watched the first ep and it was too tense for me.
I think that's praise rather than criticism but I could not keep watching.
the first episode is arguably the most (in)tense, and I can totally see where you're coming from. first 10-20 minutes of EP 1 definitely made me feel things.
also, there's an amazing episode that centers around tripping that was very very very well done
Quote from: GBL on March 08, 2024, 11:46:48 AMQuote from: rowjimmy on March 08, 2024, 09:44:26 AMQuote from: GBL on March 07, 2024, 08:41:58 PMBEEF
it's really good (and what's for dinner)
Steven Yen and Ali Wong are both amazing, supporting cast as well
I watched the first ep and it was too tense for me.
I think that's praise rather than criticism but I could not keep watching.
the first episode is arguably the most (in)tense, and I can totally see where you're coming from. first 10-20 minutes of EP 1 definitely made me feel things.
also, there's an amazing episode that centers around tripping that was very very very well done
I will second this series. I loved the way it kept escalating and getting more and more ridiculous.