I watched this after reading your recommendation, thanks, very much enjoyed 😊Quote:
Originally Posted by Stick
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I watched this after reading your recommendation, thanks, very much enjoyed 😊Quote:
Originally Posted by Stick
Watched the second episode and that will do, it’s not for me. In particular, the owners assistant, the groundsman and anytime they show supporters in the pub are unfunny and wooden. Don’t think a Roy Keane character is enough to carry the show.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Watched the first 15 mins never laughed once.Quote:
Originally Posted by Glory Lurker
Was Traitors not on last night ? Planned to catch up with it today but cant seem to find it
Thought it was excellent. Alive is a really good movie but with this being a bit longer tells the story better and goes a bit more deeper into the survivors.Quote:
Originally Posted by easty
It’s on Wed. Thurs. Frid. every week.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bridge hibs
Aw bugger, cheers Jim 👍Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
I think all 3 episodes go up on iPlayer together.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bridge hibs
I definitely watched last week's Friday episode early as I spoiled it for a couple of people in my work.......
Silent Witness back on form last night after a dodgy last series. John Hannah in this storyline and is delivering the goods.
Yeah I thought they were beginning of the week, we watched the last 3 too. Its bloody addictive 😃Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Finished it last night. Ethan was great too. Much more so than he was in series 1. Him and the Garda together are brilliant.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bridge hibs
When Ethan started mansplaining what 'mansplaining' is, I was in hysterics.
Bumped my own thread up as today’s news that the government, urged by the awareness this drama has raised, have announced urgent and unequivocal intent to compensate, in the fullest way, the victims of this gross miscarriage of justice. Furthermore, I hope that the then, bullying and unscrupulous staff of the Post Office will be charged for their criminal behaviour.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
I'm delighted these cases are now getting the publicity they deserve. It's remained a pretty niche story until this last couple of weeks, largely ignored by the mainstream media.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
Private Eye has covered the story for years and I've followed along as it has progressed. I've watched the first couple of episodes of the drama but it just got me riled up all over again even though, or maybe because, it's so well done.
Once again it’s taken a TV drama about a real event to waken the government into action. Shameful it really is.
Just watched all 8 episodes of Fool Me Once. First two or three episodes were ok and promised a good series. Gradually this farce turned into one of the worst drama series I’ve seen for a long time. Rubbish plot, long drawn out storyline, too many twists and ham acting. Apparently, publicity claims this has been an acclaimed hit worldwide. I despair. :greengrin
Making up for my last post, above, I’ve just come across Boat Story, a black, at times gruesome, comedy with a promising storyline and very good script. Some well know faces, including Daisy Haggard, Tchéky Karyo ( The Missing and Baptiste ) and Phil Daniels. Worth a watch.
Started off ok, then got progressively worse.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
That’s a pity …. I hope it doesn’t bomb as badly as Fool me Once. Maybe some of these series are dragged out too far and die a death.Quote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
I thought the same I’m in shock the amount of good reviews it’s had, absolutely brutalQuote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
I've not got round to that yet, just started Mayfair Witches on iPlayer which looks quite promising.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
I loved it. It's intended as a farce and I think that's went over the heads of most of its critics.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
Season 4 of True Detective starts on Sky Atlantic on Monday. Jodie Foster and Christopher Ecclestone.
If it's half as good as the last 3 seasons it should be good.
Sorry, I do apologise.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibrandenburg
Not sure why but gracefully accepted :wink:Quote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
Don’t know if this should be on the documentary thread or not but 24hrs in police custody last week was unbelievable, crazy how much 1 moment of complete madness ruined so many life’s to see it all play out was quite scary
It wasn't a pleasant watch at times.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dmas
Really looking forward to thisQuote:
Originally Posted by Hibby70
Season five of fargo (prime) has been brilliant so far, only one more episode to go. It's back to its best again after the previous two seasons where not up to much
Yes awful so far fectched it is unreal.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
All these Harlan Coben series are the same. Crap acting and crap storylines - especially the endingsQuote:
Originally Posted by JimBHibees
It wasn’t at all, one of those things I ‘enjoyed watching’ but saying something like enjoying that is wrong, you could see the regret and realisation of what was going on in the faces it was toughQuote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
Couple of series Started.
The Bear - loving this so far
Criminal Record - got my attention after the first episode.
Finders keepers on channel 5 ment to be ok , Will start later in the week
Mrs Radge and I are few episodes into Boy Swallows Universe.
We think it's brilliant.
Truelove on 4 is good if difficult to watch. Assisted dying is the theme.
Got this lined up to watch.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibbyradge
Tailed off badly in the final couple of episodes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Moulin Yarns
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Originally Posted by Moulin Yarns
I think a lot of these series are like this. They’re really good at the start but, it’s almost as if they’ve run out of time and money and cram a useless and hurried conclusion into the last half hour or so.Quote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
Watched fool me once with the wife during the week
Started well but ended with more questions than answers. Very poorly done imo
Scanning the last few pages for something new to watch over the weekend
Sorry just seen this Jim, well summarisedQuote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
1 episode left of the first series of Dark Winds, been a good watch so far, available on Alibi.
I’m hearing that The Deceived on Netflix is a must. I’ve read there’s a supernatural element, which puts me off. I’ve got a thing against supernatural dramas but don’t want to miss out if it’s good.
Halfway through the first series of Doctor Death based on a true story about a surgeon in America, what a psychopath! 🤬
Been re-watching Malcolm In The Middle. Had forgot how good it was and how clever the writing could be. Seemed to get better, or at least maintain its quality, each season.
Battered my way through all 3 series of Slow Horses .
Mental. Spooks meets John le Carre meets Tom Cruise.
And... I have said this so often over the years..... Gary Oldman :not worth:not worth:not worth
Started Loudermilk on Netflix. Pretty funny and he seems a great character.
I’ve watched this and the ‘supernatural’ element was not an issue ( no spoilers). However, like a few series I’ve looked at recently, what started off as a promising watch, for me, turned in to a convoluted disappointment. Publicity says that it’s a real attention grabber with a great plot and great acting, but I fail to see where that opinion comes from. Too much is crammed into the final episode, as often happens these days. I’d be interested to hear other opinions, ‘cos it might just be me. :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
I rewatched Malcolm in the Middle recently and I was stunned at how old it looked.Quote:
Originally Posted by The Modfather
In my head I know it's a quarter of a century old and is basically the same as me watching a 70s show when I was a kid but at the same time it still feels like yesterday it was on first time around.
Onto the second series. I wonder what the commission meeting was like because it shouldn't work but it does.Quote:
Originally Posted by patch1875
1 episode to go of the second season of Kin, it continues to be very good. I believe that there are at least 2 more seasons on the way.
Anyone with kids who hasn’t seen the Julia Donaldson adaptations on iplayer, they’re a goldmine and much more palatable than reading the stories 😂
Masters of The Air looking like it’s going to be very good.
Traitors on BBC iplayer. Great show
Second this.Quote:
Originally Posted by Trinity Hibee
I am partial to the odd reality tv show but usually those including wilderness survival or some sort of multi-stage challenge (007 on Prime was decent).
This however is just pure paranoia the gameshow and I absolutely loved it. I guess it does have the mission aspect, so not entirely surprised it was right up my street.
Couldn't take my eyes off both seasons.
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Recruiting now for series 3, dont think I could handle the pressure 🤣Quote:
Originally Posted by DinkyTwo
The massive unscripted hit The Traitors will be back for a third series," Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said. "Expect to see more psychological gameplay, exciting challenges and, of course, Claudia at the helm
I think I'd rather just experience it from the couch! [emoji28]Quote:
Originally Posted by Bridge hibs
Went from thinking that being a traitor would be quite fun, to thinking that I'd have absolutely no chance of keeping a poker face for ~10 days very quickly [emoji23]
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Yeah Im the same, my Wife said I would be a great traitor because Im a devious **** !! 🤣Quote:
Originally Posted by DinkyTwo
I just couldnt, Im too much of a prankster so either way I think I would be booted before Ive even had my morning coffee. I actually suggested to my Wife she should apply and she said oh thats nice, do you think I would do well ? I said no but it would be great to have some peace for a few days 🤣
I honestly didn't think this was my cup of Tea after 20 minutes but loving it !Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibbyradge
I think it's got everything.Quote:
Originally Posted by HibbyAndy
Tension, mystery, humour, charm, a good plot, some great lines, a no-nonsense bad guy and, for the most part, very good acting (apart from the bad guys who I could probably play! 😃).
Wee Eli is brilliant, his openness and honesty is perfect, but I wish he'd just keep schtum sometimes. :hilarious
Looks good, to be expected I suppose.Quote:
Originally Posted by patch1875
The new series of Trigger point was on last night. Really enjoyed it but forgot how tense it was, especially for a Sunday night.
I’ve recently been disappointed with recent series, which have been given rave reviews and recommendations. The latest Netflix ‘must watch’ I’ve come across is Griselda. Any opinions?
Finished it last night, interesting enough story, along the same lines of Narcos but nowhere near as good, great soundtrack and some of the characters seemed liked caricatures of coke dealing bad guys, some funny scenes, some disturbing, probably a 6.5 out of 10 for meQuote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
First two episodes have been horrendously bad mate.Quote:
Originally Posted by HibbyAndy
Beef on Netflix is pretty good.
Finally got round to starting season 7 of Outlander, continues to be a tremendous programme.
I thought it was brilliant.Quote:
Originally Posted by Since90+2
Decided to leave it for now mate and binge watch it once it's finishedQuote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
Detectorists on BBCI player is :top marks few years old but Toby jones and Mackenzie crook play brilliant characters
Anyone watched Irvine Welsh's Crime, heard mixed reviews, was going to start tonight as I am struggling to find something to watch
First series was much better than the 2nd.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jakhog1
Dougary Scott’s Edinburgh-eh x1000 accent is interesting.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jakhog1
Particularly in season 2.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jones28
I finished the traitors season 2 last night really enjoyed that gripping tv at the end
S2 started really well I thought but tailed off towards the endQuote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
2 episodes to go and this is a good summaryQuote:
Originally Posted by Jakhog1
Australian & USA Traitors are also good, Aussie one is better.Quote:
Originally Posted by DinkyTwo
Trigger Point S2 off to a flyer.
Not tv but a radio show. MCLEVY. brian cox plays a hard polis from leith in Victorian times. Well worth a listen
I started watching The Traitors last night and I wish I hadn't. :hilarious
It's an unbelievably compelling show and even the cynic in me is prepared to ignore/dismiss what looks to me like staged, or set up, scenarios.
I'll be back on it today for sure.
I watched the final episode today. Great telly.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibbyradge
Guilty pleasure for me this weekend. For ages, my daughter and granddaughter have been coaxing me to watch ‘This Is Us’, an, apparently acclaimed, American series about the story of a family’s life experiences. I’d heard about it ages ago, but dismissed it as smalzy, shallow and a waste of viewing time. Well, how wrong was I? I’m now hooked on it and can’t believe the quality of this TV drama. Fast moving, bouncing back and forward in time, easy watching but heart-warming, sad, humorous and thought provoking. Added bonus, it stars Sterling K. Brown, multi-award recipient and recently nominated for an Oscar for his role in American Fiction. Apologies if I’m really late to the party and covering old ground.
Must be a shout.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim44
I've never heard of the TV series (and barely watch TV these days) but I really fancy the film you reference, American Fiction. By all accounts Sterling K Brown is very good in it.
He was a guest on Chris Evan’s’ show last week and Evans was raving about the film.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wilson
So he is! Really enjoyed it. Will need to give This is Us a go.:aok:Quote:
Originally Posted by Wilson
Watched the first season of True Detective, thought it was excellent.
Have watched the first episode of the new story in season 2 but struggled to get into it. Will persist with it though.
How many Walking Dead Spin Offs are there? I see there’s yet another new one. I watched the original series until sometime in session 2 (when they made it to the prison) and lost interest. Watched one of the prequel spin offs, was only about 6 episodes (Fear The Walking Dead?) but my word they are milking the franchise to extremes!
Ron Livingston's been great in anything I've seen him in. I quite like Loudermilk but I thought it took a bit of a nosedive in one episode of the first season when his dad visits.Quote:
Originally Posted by patch1875
I usually don't binge watch things but Beef was hard to put down.Quote:
Originally Posted by hibsbollah
I love all that zombie stuff, its closer to home than we think 😀Quote:
Originally Posted by The Modfather
I'm almost finished series 2, it's massively underrated.Quote:
Originally Posted by CropleyWasGod
Going to start Sexy Beast, enjoyed the film with Ray Winstone
About half way through Love/Hate on ITV X.
Any fans of Kin should give it a go. Nidge is a great character. Got more of a trainspotting vibe to it compared to Kin.
Started watching Invasion on Apple TV last night really enjoying it so far
I watched the first couple of series years ago, never quite got round to finishing it yet.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibby70
I take this backQuote:
Originally Posted by Dmas
Couple of episodes into Ted. Not a patch on the movies hopefully it improves.
Just finished After the Flood, nearly as bad as Finders Keepers.
When i had my knee replacement, i was laid up for weeks due to complications. The walking dead got me through some very long nights, yes it got a bit daft towards the end, but i can say i did enjoy it mostly right to the finish.:greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by The Modfather
I've not watched any of the spin offs.
8 seasons worth of Fear The Walking Dead, don't think I'll bother.Quote:
Originally Posted by The Modfather
Just finished the last episode. Best thing I've watched for years.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibby70