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Post by notacrook on Apr 3, 2017 17:43:24 GMT
Big Little Lies finale.
I'm honestly a little shocked, considering this show started off as a kinda trashy (albeit somewhat satirical) soap, at the heights it has achieved, particularly in the Celeste abuse storyline. Nicole Kidman is probably my all-time favourite actress, and her work in this series has been truly outstanding, and possibly the best performance of her career (and she's done some amazing stuff). I can't see anyone else (in film or TV) topping her this year - the bar is set extremely high. Every single member of this cast was fantastic though, right down to the gossipy parents in the police interview scenes. This is one of the best TV casts I've ever seen.
The finale itself was generally great, and though the reveals where a little predictable and simple, the show was never really centred on the murder mystery. That was merely a backdrop to explore these complex, entertaining characters. At its best, this was a fucking terrific show, and even in its lower moments, it was always entertaining.
Season rating: 8.5/10
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Post by Drish on Apr 4, 2017 19:37:32 GMT
Narcos S02e07 And I can comfortably say Moura's Pablito as my favorite TV male performance ever(from whatever little I've seen). SHOOK!
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Post by Lubezki on Apr 5, 2017 0:45:35 GMT
The Missing S02 EP8
Somehow they've managed to top the almost flawless first season. Amazing show, absolutely amazing.
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Post by Pavan on Apr 5, 2017 20:11:57 GMT
Taboo- Season 1- 8/10
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Post by notacrook on Apr 5, 2017 20:25:07 GMT
The Americans Season 5 - Episode 5.
More great, great stuff. The show is often at its best when focused on the moral dilemma faced by Philip, as it was here.
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Post by mhynson27 on Apr 7, 2017 15:28:04 GMT
Broadchurch 3x6. Just wow.
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Post by Drish on Apr 9, 2017 4:14:41 GMT
Narcos was crazy good man. Loved it more than I thought I would. The cast is impeccable with Moura effortlessly stealing the show. Don't know if he was Emmy nom'd or not but If he wasn't, it'd be one of the biggest snubs coz he's that great imo. He gave the monster Pablo a human touch that you can't help but feel a little sorry for that guy in the end. I've become a fan of Moura and hope to see him more in other things. I doubt the show will be of same impact without him. Started Peaky Blinders and so far, it's pretty damn cool. Slick and stylish. Cillian Murphy
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Post by JangoB on Apr 9, 2017 6:37:33 GMT
Not an episode, but I watched the entirety of Band of Brothers. Have been watching the series for the last week or so and finished it yesterday. Really strong stuff, especially the middle of the series. Episodes from 3 to (and including) 7 are absolutely terrific, and the rest are quite good as well. I love that the series doesn't focus on one character's journey or something like that, but that it's broader in scope and in approach to narrative. Each episode has a different flavor to it, and all of that is meant to paint a truly vivid picture of the war experience, and the show does a really good job at doing that. The battle sequences are terrifically staged, the cast is wonderful, it's all really well done. I liked it quite a bit. Can't wait to dive into "The Pacific" now.
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Post by DeepArcher on Apr 9, 2017 16:06:42 GMT
Two episodes into Narcos. It's pretty good, but I hate the narration. It also needs a more personal touch to it, it feels more like a good documentary than a great drama series.
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Post by DeepArcher on Apr 9, 2017 16:08:18 GMT
Not an episode, but I watched the entirety of Band of Brothers. Have been watching the series for the last week or so and finished it yesterday. Really strong stuff, especially the middle of the series. Episodes from 3 to (and including) 7 are absolutely terrific, and the rest are quite good as well. I love that the series doesn't focus on one character's journey or something like that, but that it's broader in scope and in approach to narrative. Each episode has a different flavor to it, and all of that is meant to paint a truly vivid picture of the war experience, and the show does a really good job at doing that. The battle sequences are terrifically staged, the cast is wonderful, it's all really well done. I liked it quite a bit. Can't wait to dive into "The Pacific" now. Interesting, I thought that the beginning and end were easily the strong points of the series. Though I think episode 7, "The Breaking Point", was my favorite one.
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Post by mhynson27 on Apr 9, 2017 16:16:28 GMT
Gotham 2x17. It's amazing how much this show has improved. Robin Lord Taylor and Cory Michael Smith are sooo good.
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Post by Pavan on Apr 9, 2017 20:36:56 GMT
John Adams (2008)-
Intricately designed and neatly performed- 8.5/10
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Post by forksforest on Apr 12, 2017 3:44:20 GMT
Outlander, started s1 and I like it so far. The sets are gorgeoussss, as are the costumes and just the general look of the show. I was confused by the tone of the show af first (I blame the title sequence: it threw me off) but now I'm just taking it as more a historical, semi-fantasy show.
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Post by notacrook on Apr 12, 2017 15:27:30 GMT
Better Call Saul Season 3 premiere.
Typical slowest of slow burns, but when the writing, acting and cinematography is this impressive, it's hard to complain. Chuck continues to be utterly despicable in every way. 8/10
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Post by notacrook on Apr 12, 2017 18:33:05 GMT
The Americans Season 5 - Episode 6.
Probably my favourite of the season so far. It's definitely been a slow burn (slower than S4 for sure), but that is far from a negative when I'm left stunned at the craftsmanship on display in every scene. This episode was a perfect character study, but for three characters (Philip, Elizabeth and Gabriel) instead of just one. Rhys, Russell and Langella were all amazing, as they always are. 10/10
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Post by DeepArcher on Apr 12, 2017 21:24:00 GMT
The Americans Season 5 - Episode 6. Probably my favourite of the season so far. It's definitely been a slow burn (slower than S4 for sure), but that is far from a negative when I'm left stunned at the craftsmanship on display in every scene. This episode was a perfect character study, but for three characters (Philip, Elizabeth and Gabriel) instead of just one. Rhys, Russell and Langella were all amazing, as they always are. 10/10 Yep, my favorite so far as well. I'm totally devastated about Gabriel leaving.
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Post by notacrook on Apr 12, 2017 21:52:44 GMT
First four episodes of 13 Reasons Why.
This show is a mixture of emotional, intelligent drama about suicide and bullying, and an eye-rolling teen melodrama. The leads are really good, as are all the adult actors, but many of the teen actors give forced, awkward performances. Still, it's pretty addictive and occasionally fantastic in its depiction of a girl being pushed to suicide. 7/10 so far
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Post by doddgerhardt on Apr 13, 2017 1:46:07 GMT
The Americans Season 5 - Episode 6. Probably my favourite of the season so far. It's definitely been a slow burn (slower than S4 for sure), but that is far from a negative when I'm left stunned at the craftsmanship on display in every scene. This episode was a perfect character study, but for three characters (Philip, Elizabeth and Gabriel) instead of just one. Rhys, Russell and Langella were all amazing, as they always are. 10/10 Good. So I'm not crazy for thinking that....not that anyone was accusing me for it. Yea....best episode of the season.
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Post by JangoB on Apr 13, 2017 6:01:47 GMT
Not episodes, but full series:
John Adams - finished watching it yesterday. Just a splendid and thorough portrayal of the man and of the time. Say what you will about Hooper but I really like the way this guy approaches costume dramas, both in terms of his visual sensibility and his detailed and intimate depiction of the characters. This is a wonderful example of all that blossoming on the screen. My only complaint is that sometimes it does feel a little bit too much like a history lesson and can occasionally be a tad dry. But overall I loved it. Giamatti and Linney are spectacular, maybe the best I've ever seen them be.
The People v. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story - watched this beast in two days, three back-to-back episodes on the first day and the rest back-to-back on the second. Absolutely terrific stuff. Captivating, fascinating, shocking, unbelievable (in the best possible way). As good as a procedural can be. Stunning performances all around, especially Paulson and Vance who were just amazing. I even liked Gooding, even though he didn't quite seem to be doing OJ. But I kinda liked that aspect, I liked that he was creating his own character which just seemed to add to the overall mystery of this guy. Brilliant show.
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Post by Drish on Apr 14, 2017 3:21:01 GMT
Peaky Blinders s01
Brilliant and just perfect! Not only did it look gorgeous, it's very well directed, the cast is wonderful esp Murphy and McCroy and those amazing soundtracks adds to it. Looking forward to the second season, heard Tom Hardy's in it, so yay!
Why didn't it win any popular awards though?:/
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Post by stephen on Apr 14, 2017 3:41:40 GMT
Binge-watched the first season of Vice Principals. It doesn't hit the heights of Eastbound & Down, but the chemistry of its leads is more than worth the watch, and sassy Walton Goggins is a thing that we as a culture has been sorely in need of.
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Post by getclutch on Apr 14, 2017 3:43:45 GMT
I just started watching "Brockmire". Azaria steals the show.
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Post by harlequinade on Apr 14, 2017 9:54:13 GMT
Peaky Blinders s01 Brilliant and just perfect! Not only did it look gorgeous, it's very well directed, the cast is wonderful esp Murphy and McCroy and those amazing soundtracks adds to it. Looking forward to the second season, heard Tom Hardy's in it, so yay! Why didn't it win any popular awards though?:/ Hardy is hysterical in that show, I love his and Noah Taylor characters so much
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Post by lee on Apr 16, 2017 13:23:20 GMT
Binged the 1st season of The Mick.
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Post by cheesecake on Apr 17, 2017 1:14:43 GMT
Started Face Off which has the usual annoying reality show tropes and gets milked far too much for a 40 minute show, but I love special effects makeup and enjoy the creativity on display.
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