Author Topic: The TV shows you've seen recently thread. (Read 1236630 times)

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4500 on:** February 13, 2012, 10:37:05 PM »

I haven't been digging season 3 as much as 1 or 2 so far.

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4501 on:** February 13, 2012, 11:01:06 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on February 13, 2012, 10:20:48 PM

omg @ Spartacus

FUCK

yeah it's getting really good now

lennedsay · « **Reply #4502 on:** February 13, 2012, 11:01:38 PM »

I think I ruined Sons of Anarchy for my husband.

He watched the first episode on Netflix yesterday and he caught me up on it today so we could start watching it. We always use stupid nicknames for people when we're describing movies, TV shows, even work stories. He explains Ron Perlman's character and I go, "Right, the Harry and the Hendersons motherfucker." God damn, he lost his shit and every time he comes on screen, he busts out laughing.

So far it's enjoyable though. Lots of familiar faces.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4503 on:** February 13, 2012, 11:10:26 PM »

wat Walking Dead is back, I totally forgot. Gonna watch tonight and hope for the best

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4504 on:** February 13, 2012, 11:15:06 PM »

I fell asleep and woke up in the last ten minutes and missed nothing. Then the only good part happened.

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4505 on:** February 13, 2012, 11:45:52 PM »

Holy shit that Canada Archer ep. Archer is BACK!

pilonv1 · « **Reply #4506 on:** February 14, 2012, 12:10:06 AM »

Only just finished series 1, so far behind

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4507 on:** February 14, 2012, 01:01:12 AM »

The Tokyo Drift Archer episode is even better than the Canadian one.

but watch frisky dingo first

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4508 on:** February 14, 2012, 01:02:27 AM »

Walking Dead ep was good, especially the end. There were a couple parts that were stupid as fuck..

spoilers:

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Why would Rick's wife splinter the group even more by first trying to get Daryl to go to town, then deciding to go all by her fucking self....while pregnant....jesus what a fucking distinguished mentally-challenged fellow

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Beezy · « **Reply #4509 on:** February 14, 2012, 01:10:19 AM »

Quote from: ZephyrFate on February 14, 2012, 01:01:12 AM

The Tokyo Drift Archer episode is even better than the Canadian one.

but watch frisky dingo first

I thought the Canadian one was the best so far this season. Then again, I'm biased. I love Canada jokes.

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4510 on:** February 14, 2012, 03:48:28 AM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on February 14, 2012, 01:02:27 AM

Walking Dead ep was good, especially the end. There were a couple parts that were stupid as fuck..

spoilers:

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Why would Rick's wife splinter the group even more by first trying to get Daryl to go to town, then deciding to go all by her fucking self....while pregnant....jesus what a fucking distinguished mentally-challenged fellow
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so that the zombie could imbue her car with the acceleration of a Mario Kart vehicle

god the walking dead is so distinguished mentally-challenged.

Mandark · « **Reply #4511 on:** February 14, 2012, 04:00:49 AM »

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=archer

etiolate · « **Reply #4512 on:** February 14, 2012, 04:01:22 AM »

It's FX

and it's aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawesome

Mupepe · « **Reply #4513 on:** February 14, 2012, 10:16:06 AM »

Quote from: lennedsay on February 13, 2012, 11:01:38 PM

I think I ruined Sons of Anarchy for my husband. He watched the first episode on Netflix yesterday and he caught me up on it today so we could start watching it. We always use stupid nicknames for people when we're describing movies, TV shows, even work stories. He explains Ron Perlman's character and I go, "Right, the Harry and the Hendersons motherfucker." God damn, he lost his shit and every time he comes on screen, he busts out laughing.

So far it's enjoyable though. Lots of familiar faces.

It's a really good show. Even its meh season (3) is pretty damn enjoyable.

I watched the first episode of American Horror Story last night. Shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit. Please tell me it stays this good. The mindfuckery is on par with Lost.

Eric P · « **Reply #4514 on:** February 14, 2012, 10:36:56 AM »

American Horror Story slows down but it almost has to. It remains interesting if not logical or consistent. A lot of critisim I read online from people was "horror needs to be slow blah blah blah." Everyone here knows that I love slow burn psychological horror best of all, but it's not the only way to do Horror. This is a fun and insane Gothic. Ignore logic and consistences and just focus on the sensation of the now while you watch it. When you think about it, the story will fall apart and motivations become...murky at best, but I loved every batshit minute of it.

And I think I'm done with House of Lies. I kept waiting for it to be something more than "Entourage for 30somethings" but it seems content to just wallow in shallow bullshit. It's a waste of eveyone's talents which makes the scenes with Kristen Bell and her disintegrating relationship just that much more frustrating.

Verdigris Murder · « **Reply #4515 on:** February 14, 2012, 10:54:26 AM »

I watched an episode of Archer last night for the first time, it's pretty shit. And obviously aimed at anime fanboys as the general execution of the animation is about that standard, that is to say poor to disabled. Not that funny either, so sorry guys.

Oh, also started watching Terriers, which seems to be totally excellent.

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4516 on:** February 14, 2012, 11:13:09 AM »

Quote from: Martin Raperman on February 14, 2012, 10:54:26 AM

I watched an episode of Archer last night for the first time, it's pretty shit. And obviously aimed at anime fanboys as the general execution of the animation is about that standard, that is to say poor to disabled. Not that funny either, so sorry guys.

Oh, also started watching Terriers, which seems to be totally excellent.

you may be distinguished mentally-challenged.

have you never heard of sealab?

Verdigris Murder · « **Reply #4517 on:** February 14, 2012, 11:28:23 AM »

Is it either scientology or downs children with dolphins?

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4518 on:** February 14, 2012, 01:45:37 PM »

Quote from: Martin Raperman on February 14, 2012, 10:54:26 AM

I watched an episode of Archer last night for the first time, it's pretty shit. And obviously aimed at anime fanboys as the general execution of the animation is about that standard, that is to say poor to disabled. Not that funny either, so sorry guys.

Oh, also started watching Terriers, which seems to be totally excellent.

Well, at least you have good taste in Terriers.

Mupepe · « **Reply #4519 on:** February 14, 2012, 02:06:01 PM »

Quote from: Eric P on February 14, 2012, 10:36:56 AM

American Horror Story slows down but it almost has to. It remains interesting if not logical or consistent. A lot of critisim I read online from people was "horror needs to be slow blah blah blah." Everyone here knows that I love slow burn psychological horror best of all, but it's not the only way to do Horror. This is a fun and insane Gothic. Ignore logic and consistences and just focus on the sensation of the now while you watch it. When you think about it, the story will fall apart and motivations become...murky at best, but I loved every batshit minute of it.

That's what I'm hoping for. I loved how out there it was. It was bouncing off the walls and throwing so much in your face. I loved it. It was one of the best tv shows I've seen in a while especially from the mystery/horror genre.

bud · « **Reply #4520 on:** February 14, 2012, 03:29:48 PM »

is anyone watching luck? s2 is already definitely coming, but i can't imagine it lasting any longer than that--most people probably don't know what's going on at least half of the time. i haven't seen the third episode yet, but i do think it's quite fascinating. i'll keep watching.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4521 on:** February 14, 2012, 03:36:23 PM »

The ratings are horrible, I doubt it'll last. Seems like another HBO show where the showrunners and big actor are more important than actually creating an entertaining show

Verdigris Murder · « **Reply #4522 on:** February 14, 2012, 03:55:25 PM »

Boardwalk empire was given a second season, and that was akin to watching Italian paint dry.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #4523 on:** February 14, 2012, 04:14:00 PM »

Been watching Home Movies and enjoying it a lot. Only watched it sporadically during its original run. Funny enough though I don't like bob's burgers at all. Show isn't charming or funny in the same way for me.

Also please end the misery of the American Office. That show is turning into a shitty soap opera. And Steve Carell leaving has also dropped the funny from the show.

Mupepe · « **Reply #4524 on:** February 14, 2012, 04:17:35 PM »

You don't like Bob's Burgers? I looooooove it. The family dynamic is charming as hell to me. Each of the children are hilarious.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #4525 on:** February 14, 2012, 04:22:13 PM »

Other people who I tend to agree with really like it so maybe I'm just missing something or watched the wrong episodes but I've tried to watch it and always end up bored. And I say that as someone who loves the pacing of Home Movies which moves at snail speed during an episode. I think maybe the premise turns me off where as I loved the premise of Home movies and found it relatable .

I'll give it another shot at some point.

Eric P · « **Reply #4526 on:** February 14, 2012, 04:34:22 PM »

Bob's Burgers is quite rough at the start. Jump to Episode 8.

http://www.hulu.com/watch/225292/bobs-burgers-art-crawl

My favorite episode is 3 with the cow

Vizzys · « **Reply #4527 on:** February 14, 2012, 05:44:08 PM »

you have to watch Archer from the beginning otherwise you dont get all the character jokes and references to previous episodes, dummy

Olivia Wilde Homo · « **Reply #4528 on:** February 14, 2012, 06:14:31 PM »

I take back what I said about Spartacus' story. I finished episode 10 and the story is pretty good. The series seems to be in full swing at this point. Good show!

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is anyone watching luck? s2 is already definitely coming, but i can't imagine it lasting any longer than that--most people probably don't know what's going on at least half of the time. i haven't seen the third episode yet, but i do think it's quite fascinating. i'll keep watching.

Sounds like Hung.

Quote from: Stringer Bell on February 13, 2012, 11:45:52 PM

Holy shit that Canada Archer ep. Archer is BACK!

Archer didn't go anywhere, fool.

I could see how not everyone likes the show. To me, it reminds me of the golden age Adult Swim programming*. I guess if you don't like that, Archer isn't for you. I like it though because I was a pretty big fan of Sealab and ATHF.

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* - Everything before Tim and Eric can be considered golden age Adult Swim programming.

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Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4529 on:** February 14, 2012, 06:16:03 PM »

I sorta liked the Burt Reynolds ep and I was mostly disappointed by the crew in the jungle ep, though it had its moments.

I thought they were both disappointing. But then this Canada ep comes on.

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4530 on:** February 14, 2012, 08:01:47 PM »

The jungle ep was better than the Canadian ep

because of "What the hell, damn guy!!"

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4531 on:** February 14, 2012, 08:21:43 PM »

http://video.adultswim.com/the-xtacles/rapier-ape.html

everyone needs to watch The Xtacles. There's always a rapier ape.

chronovore · « **Reply #4532 on:** February 14, 2012, 08:42:47 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on February 14, 2012, 01:02:27 AM

Walking Dead ep was good, especially the end. There were a couple parts that were stupid as fuck..

spoilers:

spoiler (click to show/hide)
Why would Rick's wife splinter the group even more by first trying to get Daryl to go to town, then deciding to go all by her fucking self....while pregnant....jesus what a fucking distinguished mentally-challenged fellow
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You answered your own question. She is nearly as bad in the comic. She is always pissed off at everything and makes bad decisions. She's in denial about the world they're in, and always flying off the handle at Rick. Part of me wished that she and Shane would form their own little club. And in a way, they do.

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They're both fuckin' dead.

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Quote from: bud on February 14, 2012, 03:29:48 PM

is anyone watching luck? s2 is already definitely coming, but i can't imagine it lasting any longer than that--most people probably don't know what's going on at least half of the time. i haven't seen the third episode yet, but i do think it's quite fascinating. i'll keep watching.

I am enjoying each episode more than the previous one. The first episode was the weakest, for cramming in so many characters and plot threads. Each subsequent episode, I feel like I understand more about what's happening. Also, I am surprised that the kid from Iron Eagle grew up to be such a good actor.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4533 on:** February 14, 2012, 11:12:03 PM »

Quote from: Martin Raperman on February 14, 2012, 03:55:25 PM

Boardwalk empire was given a second season, and that was akin to watching Italian paint dry.

Pretty much. I heard the second season is way better in part because more "big" things happen, but the characters are still the same. None of them are interesting outside of Capone

Most "great" shows have at least one fascinating character. Tony Soprano, Don Draper, Walter White, Omar, Vic Mackey...what does Boardwalk have? A boring, ugly gangster/politician, a depressing wannabe gangster...that's about it

pilonv1 · « **Reply #4534 on:** February 14, 2012, 11:45:53 PM »

Quote from: Viz on February 14, 2012, 05:44:08 PM

you have to watch Archer from the beginning otherwise you dont get all the character jokes and references to previous episodes, dummy

exactly.

watching it is making me want to get my Dr Katz dvds out too

etiolate · « **Reply #4535 on:** February 15, 2012, 12:29:17 AM »

I really like Bob's Burgers.

iconoclast · « **Reply #4536 on:** February 15, 2012, 02:24:14 AM »

I just got done watching all of Six Feet Under. Absolutely one of my favorite shows of all time, and the series finale is far and away the best I've ever seen. Just amazing. I nearly dropped it after the first few episodes didn't really grab me as well, that would've been a terrible mistake.

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #4537 on:** February 15, 2012, 09:19:01 PM »

I just finished season one of Downton Abbey and I was enjoying the fuck out of it until Matthew proposed to Mary. Dude is an idiot, she's obviously a spiteful bitch who has no true interest in him despite what she might tell herself.

Other than that storyline, I loved it to death. Mr. Bates and Anna <3

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4538 on:** February 15, 2012, 09:32:27 PM »

So pumped for Revenge tonight, it's the big scene hinted at since the first episode. Seriously the best drama on TV right now.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4539 on:** February 15, 2012, 10:17:36 PM »

Quote from: BrandNew on February 15, 2012, 09:19:01 PM

I just finished season one of Downton Abbey and I was enjoying the fuck out of it until Matthew proposed to Mary. Dude is an idiot, she's obviously a spiteful bitch who has no true interest in him despite what she might tell herself.

Other than that storyline, I loved it to death. Mr. Bates and Anna <3

too bad the writers seem to hate Mr. Bates

Mr. Bates

truly the Ned Stark of man servants

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #4540 on:** February 15, 2012, 10:55:52 PM »

And also, Daisy is a worthless fucking whore. Get rid of her.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4541 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:06:24 PM »

I love Daisy lol

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4542 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:07:56 PM »

James Wolk. New crush. Oh my god thank you thank you thank you Happy Endings

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4543 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:15:31 PM »

Quote from: BrandNew on February 15, 2012, 10:55:52 PM

And also, Daisy is a worthless fucking whore. Get rid of her.

she's so innocent and sweet

Olivia Wilde Homo · « **Reply #4544 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:21:45 PM »

Finished Spartacus Blood and Sand. Great season finale!

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4545 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:25:25 PM »

you gonna start S2 or the prequel next?

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4546 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:26:48 PM »

watch the prequel next. s3 spoils shit.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4547 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:28:51 PM »

Oh shit you're right. Watch the prequel first

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4548 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:34:24 PM »

Revenge tonight.

HOLY FUCK

The show lied to me but I don't give a fuck that was AWESOME

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #4549 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:40:16 PM »

smh zeph, watching shows I've never even heard of. wtf is "Revenge"

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4550 on:** February 15, 2012, 11:57:12 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on February 15, 2012, 11:40:16 PM

smh zeph, watching shows I've never even heard of. wtf is "Revenge"

Revenge is a drama 10pm on ABC that is loosely inspired by the Count of Monte Cristo. EVERYTHING ELSE MUST BE SEEN

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4551 on:** February 16, 2012, 12:54:11 AM »

Quote from: ZephyrFate on February 15, 2012, 11:57:12 PM

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on February 15, 2012, 11:40:16 PM
smh zeph, watching shows I've never even heard of. wtf is "Revenge"

Revenge is a drama 10pm on ABC that is loosely inspired by the Count of Monte Cristo.

ZephyrFate · « **Reply #4552 on:** February 16, 2012, 01:27:21 AM »

I can't! I must say so much more!

Tonight's episode was so bonkers even Lost couldn't top that shit.

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4553 on:** February 16, 2012, 01:56:37 AM »

Quote from: ZephyrFate on February 16, 2012, 01:27:21 AM

I can't! I must say so much more!

Tonight's episode was so bonkers even Lost couldn't top that shit.

chronovore · « **Reply #4554 on:** February 16, 2012, 12:17:16 PM »

Quote from: BrandNew on February 15, 2012, 09:19:01 PM

I just finished season one of Downton Abbey and I was enjoying the fuck out of it until Matthew proposed to Mary. Dude is an idiot, she's obviously a spiteful bitch who has no true interest in him despite what she might tell herself.

Other than that storyline, I loved it to death. Mr. Bates and Anna <3

I've only just finished S1 of this as well. S2 is being purchased on The Internet Store, since we forgot to set the DVR for it.

Matthew and Mary clearly get along, once the pressure was off them. At his worst, Matthew is guilty of being a little inconsiderate via his cluelessness. At Mary's best, she's clever, but her inherent tendency to become selfish and spiteful is not going to serve any marriage. S1 spoiler:

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I understand that she wanted to know her own heart before committing to Matthew, that she wanted to know it would be a marriage of love. She was committed to marrying him, but didn't want to have her own doubts poison what she saw as her only hope for a love-based marriage. Even so, she should not have made Matthew wait longer than she'd promised for her response, she should not have engaged her sister, Edith, in that petty game for the suitor.

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Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4555 on:** February 16, 2012, 12:20:08 PM »

Just watch s2 on pbs.org

Support legal streaming.

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #4556 on:** February 16, 2012, 07:00:44 PM »

Quote from: chronovore on February 16, 2012, 12:17:16 PM

Quote from: BrandNew on February 15, 2012, 09:19:01 PM
I just finished season one of Downton Abbey and I was enjoying the fuck out of it until Matthew proposed to Mary. Dude is an idiot, she's obviously a spiteful bitch who has no true interest in him despite what she might tell herself.

Other than that storyline, I loved it to death. Mr. Bates and Anna <3
I've only just finished S1 of this as well. S2 is being purchased on The Internet Store, since we forgot to set the DVR for it.

Matthew and Mary clearly get along, once the pressure was off them. At his worst, Matthew is guilty of being a little inconsiderate via his cluelessness. At Mary's best, she's clever, but her inherent tendency to become selfish and spiteful is not going to serve any marriage. S1 spoiler:
spoiler (click to show/hide)
I understand that she wanted to know her own heart before committing to Matthew, that she wanted to know it would be a marriage of love. She was committed to marrying him, but didn't want to have her own doubts poison what she saw as her only hope for a love-based marriage. Even so, she should not have made Matthew wait longer than she'd promised for her response, she should not have engaged her sister, Edith, in that petty game for the suitor.
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I suppose my issue was with how the show handles pacing. Two episodes pass and we're already like 9 months into Matthew's stay at Downton.

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By the time he proposes, it just feels like they share only three playful/romantic moments (if you even want to go THAT far), and they don't even show his proposal, AFAIR. They could've kept that scene of them kissing, but have it resolve in "we have feelings for each other and we're going to see what happens." But I suppose I don't really understand of civility and chivalry worked back then.

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Mupepe · « **Reply #4557 on:** February 17, 2012, 10:23:22 AM »

I've watched through episode 6 of American Horror Story. goddamn this is a great show. The past pace keeps it from becoming stale. The Halloween episode was insane. I also let out an audible gasp when

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Addy got hit by the car.

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While the writing might not be top notch for a movie, it's very refreshing for television horror. I can't wait to see the last 6 episodes

Diunx · « **Reply #4558 on:** February 17, 2012, 10:24:19 AM »

I hate Mr. Bate and his stupid boring storyline.

Cindi Mayweather · « **Reply #4559 on:** February 17, 2012, 10:24:36 AM »

Agreed. Watching a 50 year old man make out with a 30 year old is disgusting as well.

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Author Topic: The TV shows you've seen recently thread. (Read 1236630 times)