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10 votes
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Comedian Sam Kinison's first appearance on Letterman
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Would you visit Westworld?
Westworld Season 2 is in full swing and I love it so far, but would you live in Westworld if you could? A world with no consequences other than its own societal pressures seems pretty enticing...
Westworld Season 2 is in full swing and I love it so far, but would you live in Westworld if you could? A world with no consequences other than its own societal pressures seems pretty enticing...
10 votes -
ABC will launch a ‘Roseanne’ spinoff without Roseanne in it
9 votes -
Rick and Morty is getting 70 more new episodes (currently only has 31)
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Mr. Robot, my favourite show. Any fans already on ~ ?
The first season of this incredible show is my all time favourite season of any series so far. Great writing, great actors, incredible cinematography and so much more. Any fans already on ~ ?
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There’s a slew of “potential new” Star Trek shows underway, per report
18 votes -
‘Modern Family, ‘Family Guy’ producers say they’re ‘disgusted’ and ‘embarrassed’ to work for Fox
11 votes -
[Pilot] Condor
The show premiered on Audience Network a couple of weeks ago. Seems to be a classical CIA show, more in line with 24 than Homeland, I think. So if you miss the CTU, you might like this. It's not...
The show premiered on Audience Network a couple of weeks ago.
Seems to be a classical CIA show, more in line with 24 than Homeland, I think. So if you miss the CTU, you might like this. It's not as fast-paced so far though.
Dialogue is acceptable and acting is generally good. Nothing spectacular visually.
There was some amount of conflict and the tension builds up during the episode, with the mandatory cliffhanger ending.
Nothing disruptive in general, but entertaining and with maybe some potential.
The main character is too much of a hero (too much of a good guy) to be able to achieve some depth, IMO. He's too smart, too honest, too humble, too attractive, etc. That's my biggest grip once I accepted the show doesn't seem to want to create anything new, but was certainly watchable. I'm gonna watch the second episode now and see if it gets better
I'd say 7/10, but maybe it's just because I usually enjoy the genre. So maybe 6/10 trying to be more objective.
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The Thick Of It - Old show worthy of a binge
Anyone here fans of The Thick of It / In The Loop? Here's a sample of one of Malcom F. Tucker's classic bollockings:. https://youtu.be/6pOqqyFH7cU
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"The ABC is an indulgence we can no longer afford"
There's been a bit of a fuss about the Australian Broadcasting Commission over the past week or so, since the Federal Council of the Liberal Party passed a (non-binding) resolution that the ABC...
There's been a bit of a fuss about the Australian Broadcasting Commission over the past week or so, since the Federal Council of the Liberal Party passed a (non-binding) resolution that the ABC should be privatised.
In this context, I found this opinion piece by the President of the Young Liberals, explaining why he thinks "the ABC is an indulgence we can no longer afford", and thought it was an interesting read.
6 votes -
Westworld - S02E09 "Vanishing Point" - Post-episode discussion thread
Use this thread to post your questions, theories or comments about S02E09 of Westworld.
17 votes -
If you've seen all five to completion, rank and share your thoughts on the finales of The Leftovers, The Shield, Six Feet Under, The Wire, and LOST
These are my favorite series finales that I've seen. I know LOST is more of a controversial pick as there's really no lukewarm on the ending there. It's pretty much either pure love or absolute...
These are my favorite series finales that I've seen. I know LOST is more of a controversial pick as there's really no lukewarm on the ending there. It's pretty much either pure love or absolute loathing. The remaining shows' finales, however, are more or less universally loved by all who have seen them.
Whatever the small cross-section of the 1600 users here who have seen all five and want to comment, what are your thoughts on the five endings and how would you rank them?
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Brockmire
I just discovered IFC’s Brockmire. Anybody else watching this? For those who are not, it’s based around a character created and played by Hank Azaria. He plays a hilarious whoring and drug addled...
I just discovered IFC’s Brockmire. Anybody else watching this?
For those who are not, it’s based around a character created and played by Hank Azaria. He plays a hilarious whoring and drug addled baseball announcer. It’s worth watching if you are into dark comedies.
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“SKAM,” the Radical Teen Drama That Unfolds One Post at a Time
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[Pilot] Pose
Pose (imdb) Airing on FX since June 6. Centered around a group of mostly black LGBT people in NYC, towards the end of 1980s. Main themes seem to be social acceptance, underground culture and...
Pose (imdb)
Airing on FX since June 6.Centered around a group of mostly black LGBT people in NYC, towards the end of 1980s.
Main themes seem to be social acceptance, underground culture and pursuing one's dreams.
Nothing is terribly new, there's a bit of Billy Eliot and a lot of RuPaul's Drag Race, especially at the beginning (but all throughout). It is however pretty dynamic and entertaining. Seems to have a good mixture of fun, drama and social discussion.
Characters are well presented and generally likable, they seem real enough although a bit exaggerated, but I guess that's part of the setting. Cinematography is good, nice shots, I think I can see some of Feud's style as well.
There are some intimate moments and character development through unsaid actions, which is always nice. Some of the poignant moments were a bit cliché though.
All in all, good start, interesting enough, will keep watching for now. I'd say 7/10 for the pilot.
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Dietland
So I'm not really sure about this one. It's AMC. I had read something about it several weeks ago, and I expected more. It's, apparently, the story of this overweight woman working as a writer for...
So I'm not really sure about this one. It's AMC.
I had read something about it several weeks ago, and I expected more. It's, apparently, the story of this overweight woman working as a writer for a fashion magazine. She's very dissatisfied with her appearance and doing whatever she can to lose weight. She seems more resigned than depressed.
It looks like the main topics are self deprecation, self empowering, fat shaming, the-beauty-inside and I guess feminism. There is a second plot regarding a mystery that will surely be developed in later episodes.
All in all, for a 2-episode premiere, I thought it was pretty slow and felt like not a lot happened. The characters were a bit flat and stereotypical for my taste and dialogues weren't brilliant. I think there were probably some good insights here and there, but nothing really engaging for me. There wasn't a lot of tension and I can't really point any algid moment. There was just a funny line I think, and the dramatic scenes were very soft key.
I might give the next episode a chance, but probably only when I have nothing else to watch.
I'd say 5/10.
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Anime recommendations?
I just finished Anohana and I need another show to fill the void left in my heart :(
15 votes -
Brooklyn Nine-nine... i'd watch it just for the cold openings...
4 votes -
Westworld - S02E08 "Kiksuya" - Post-episode discussion thread
Use this thread to post your questions, theories or comments about S02E08 of Westworld.
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What are some TV shows you find yourself constant rewatching?
For me it's definitely The Office and Parks and Rec. I've probably seen both of those series about a half dozen times all the way through and whenever I find myself not wanting to make a decision...
For me it's definitely The Office and Parks and Rec. I've probably seen both of those series about a half dozen times all the way through and whenever I find myself not wanting to make a decision on a new show I just start it back up again.
What are some infinitely rewatchable shows y'all find yourself defaulting to regularly?
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Westworld - S02E07 "Les Écorchés" - Post-episode discussion thread
These threads worked pretty well over at /r/westworld, so hopefully they will work here too. Use this thread to post your questions, theories or comments about S02E07 of Westworld.
11 votes -
The lost gay episode of Star Trek
5 votes -
Details on the first Game of Thrones prequel pilot ordered by HBO
14 votes -
Anthony Bourdain - Last full interview
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Anyone else watching Killing Eve?
I've truly enjoyed the season and may rewatch it soon. Anyone else up to date or binging?
6 votes -
Avatar: The Last Airbender/Legend of Korra - Writing disability
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What did Futurama get wrong about the future?
For example: they depicted Amy using a very tiny cell phone because at the time phones were getting smaller and smaller.
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What's your favorite Spongebob episode?
There are so many unique episodes in the series and a lot humor in my life originated from Spongebob. I'd love to hear what others see as their favorite episode and how that humor carries over...
There are so many unique episodes in the series and a lot humor in my life originated from Spongebob. I'd love to hear what others see as their favorite episode and how that humor carries over into your everyday humor.
My favorite episode is Shanghaied, there are so many subtle jokes in the episode that will always make me laugh. Easily my favorite line is the interaction between Squidward and Spongebob as Squidward is climbing the anchor rope up to the Dutchman's Ship; "Well, I'm gonna get to the bottom of this thing. Wouldn't that be the top?".
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The final episode of Sense8 airs tomorrow, June 8th. Anyone else excited?
@sense8: One final mission. June 8th. https://t.co/AJpWUVZATL
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Any other Great British Bake-Off fans here?
I’m only able to watch some of the seasons in my country, but my wife and I have been loving it. It’s so rare to find a reality show where it doesn’t feel like people are tearing each other down....
I’m only able to watch some of the seasons in my country, but my wife and I have been loving it. It’s so rare to find a reality show where it doesn’t feel like people are tearing each other down. And we’ve been learning a lot too!
9 votes -
The Keepers
Has anyone seen this? What an amazing show on Netflix. Will there be a season 2? https://www.netflix.com/title/80122179?s=i&trkid=13752289
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Anybody here like cartoon TV shows?
If anyone here is into cartoon/animated TV shows and I wanna know what you guys watch and if you would recommend anything! Here's some of the stuff I watch: Adult Cartoons: Rick and Morty Bojack...
If anyone here is into cartoon/animated TV shows and I wanna know what you guys watch and if you would recommend anything!
Here's some of the stuff I watch:
Adult Cartoons:
- Rick and Morty
- Bojack Horseman
- South Park
- Bob's Burgers (haven't seen much of this though)
Kid friendly cartoons (but still pretty good imo):
- Gravity Falls
- Steven Universe
- Spongebob Squarepants
- My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic (don't watch this so much anymore, quality went way down imo)
I've been thinking about watching Archer and Star Vs The Forces of Evil.
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What is your favorite non-American TV show?
I feel like most people on reddit (and probably here, too) only really watch American shows, but there IS a lot of good content in Europe and other countries as well. Sometimes those shows come to...
I feel like most people on reddit (and probably here, too) only really watch American shows, but there IS a lot of good content in Europe and other countries as well. Sometimes those shows come to the US in a butchered, Americanized remake, but those are rarely as good as the original show.
Bonus points if it's not orginally in English (so British & Australian shows don't count either!).
One of my favorite tv shows (at least the first season) is the French 2012 supernatural drama series Les Revenants. It's got a captivating story with some great acting and a killer soundtrack (by the Scottish post-rock band Mogwai, if you're into that kind of music). It fell apart a bit in season 2 and never got picked up for a third season, but it's still very much worth watching for that first, brilliant season.
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Stan boss backs Aussie content but says quotas 'not required'
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[Pilot] Succession
So there's this new HBO show called Succession. I just watched the first episode and thought I might write down some thoughts and see what others think. It's the story of a rich family that...
So there's this new HBO show called Succession. I just watched the first episode and thought I might write down some thoughts and see what others think.
It's the story of a rich family that controls a big media conglomerate. The father and head of the company is planning to retire soon and the children want to know what's in it for them.
It is definitely up to HBO standards, beautifully shot and nice score. I really liked the zoom bursts.
There's a lot of shade, bottled up anger and potential double crossing. In a superficially calm ocean of relationships there's constant tension between the characters. It's a family feud about power grabbing and power abusing, touching on privilege and values, with some awkwardness mixed. Characters don't leave you indifferent and after just one episode you already have a pretty good idea of what kind of persons they are, and whether you like them or not.
I'd give the pilot a 8/10 and I'll definitely keep watching. Recommended.
Anyone else watched it? Impressions?
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Which is your favorite comedy tv show and why?
For me, its Arrested Development and South Park. I love AD for its meta-humour and inside jokes. However, I liked only the first three seasons. Here is a great video explaining what makes AD...
For me, its Arrested Development and South Park. I love AD for its meta-humour and inside jokes. However, I liked only the first three seasons. Here is a great video explaining what makes AD different. South Park for great satire and taking the humourous approach on complex topics. This video explains better than I could.
So, which are your favorite comedy tv shows and why do you recommend them?
18 votes -
Netflix content chief says 85% of new spending is on Originals
7 votes -
Best news segment in broadcasting history
2 votes -
Picard or Kirk?
;-P
20 votes -
Scott Adams talks about Roseanne’s Ambien defense
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I just started watching The Expanse
And holy crap this is well made. I hear it gets better in the later seasons, too! It makes me upset that we don't have more science fiction television of this quality, but also glad that I finally...
And holy crap this is well made. I hear it gets better in the later seasons, too! It makes me upset that we don't have more science fiction television of this quality, but also glad that I finally found this show. Hopefully I can get caught up quickly and join in with the rest of the world for the season finale. How do you all feel about The Expanse and other contemporary science fiction television?
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What's your opinion about season 5 of Arrested Development so far?
I've been binging the new season (well, half-season, as I think 8 more episodes will air later this year) over the weekend. What do you guys think of it so far?
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Matt Groening's new series "Disenchantment" will premiere on Netflix on August 17
@netflix: Drink it in, peasants! @Disenchantment, the latest series from The Simpsons creator Matt Groening, premieres August 17 on Netflix.
26 votes -
What's a binge-worthy show?
I'm looking for something new to get into.
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Trollhunters
I discovered this series while browsing something on Netflix Kids with my kids and after finishing the first season I already knew it was going to be one of those jewels that you absolutely love....
I discovered this series while browsing something on Netflix Kids with my kids and after finishing the first season I already knew it was going to be one of those jewels that you absolutely love.
Both me and my kids waited with anticipation every new season and now that it's ended I sincerly have that bittersweet feeling of something good that ended but that couldn't have ended better than this.I strongly recommend everyone to give it a watch, either if you have kids or if you just love animation's movie. It's really something special.
The series is completed (spoilers in this article) as stated previously, several time, by the creator Gulliermo del Toro and this just proves how it was a labour of love instead of a milking machine (looking at you How To Train Your Dragon").
Also some info about the two upcoming spin-off, 3 Below and Wizards.Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80075820
uNoGS: https://unogs.com/video/?v=80075820 (seems to be available everywhere)
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1734135/
Rotten Tomatoes: Season 1 - Season 2 - Season 3 - Average 95%3 votes -
'The Story of Are You Being Served?' 2010 Documentary (BBC Two)
3 votes -
Nine Entertainment Co and Sky join forces for 24-hour business channel
3 votes -
Here's what's new on Netflix in June 2018 — and what's leaving
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Legion renewed for season 3 at FX
13 votes