Colossal TV Show thread

Postby **meecrofilm** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:31 am

S2 of Schmigadoon (aka "Shmicago"). First ep was alright, 2nd ep very entertaining. I'm a fan of Cabaret and Chicago so the overall premise this season is an easy sell for me.

Postby **LITT** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 7:31 am

Succession

Well damn.

That was something else. Some of the best TV I've ever seen. They did the death scene with the kids in a single 30 minute take. Unreal.

Yep. Absolutely one of the best episodes of television in recent memory. Performances were unreal. I haven’t really been feeling invested in this show lately but man that episode is a game changer in a way that i haven’t felt since the red wedding. Wedding episodes, man.

Postby **Troy Loney** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 8:04 am

Postby **LITT** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 10:18 am

while the outcome of the saga is going to drive intrigue. It’s just going to be hard for that show to hold the same level without Logan. Such a force of a character (both the performance and the writing)

Postby **nocera** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 10:25 am

while the outcome of the saga is going to drive intrigue. It’s just going to be hard for that show to hold the same level without Logan. Such a force of a character (both the performance and the writing)

i disagree. this is the final season so we probably only have 6 episodes left. even tho logan is gone, the control he still has over his kids will be apparent and will impact the show. additionally tom's heel turn has been enjoyable to watch. if the show were going to go beyond this season, i would agree but the other actors are extremely strong and the show is well written and it close out at the right time

Postby **MWB** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:26 pm

while the outcome of the saga is going to drive intrigue. It’s just going to be hard for that show to hold the same level without Logan. Such a force of a character (both the performance and the writing)

i disagree. this is the final season so we probably only have 6 episodes left. even tho logan is gone, the control he still has over his kids will be apparent and will impact the show. additionally tom's heel turn has been enjoyable to watch. if the show were going to go beyond this season, i would agree but the other actors are extremely strong and the show is well written and it close out at the right time

I'm with LITT. This was a much needed kick in the ass for the show. It had already become repetitive and formulaic. Now all of a sudden the power dynamic has shifted. The kids, who were united against Logan, are going to get cut-throat and turn on each other. The board, who had become powerless with Logan around, are suddenly put into a position of authority. And I'm sure there will be some backstabbing going on there as well. Tom (and Greg) are going to see this opportunity and do all they can to take advantage of it, and save their own asses. I just hope 6 episodes is enough and it doesn't feel rushed. By the way, as for who will actually be the successor, my money is on Greg.

Postby **Dickie Dunn** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 3:08 pm

WBD had a press event today to announce the launch of their combo HBO Max and Discovery+ streaming service, creatively titled MAX. Along with this news came some show announcements, Dunk and Egg as mentioned in the GoT topic, a Conjuring series, more True Detective starring Jode Foster, this show that will be absolutely incredible:

Most surprisingly though,

“The stories from each of Rowling’s Harry Potter books will become a decade-long series produced with the same epic craft, love and care this global franchise is known for. The series will feature a new cast to lead a new generation of fandom, full of the fantastic detail, much loved characters and dramatic locations that Harry Potter fans have loved for over 25 years. Each season will be authentic to the original books and bring Harry Potter and these incredible adventures to new audiences around the world, while the original, classic and beloved films will remain at the core of the franchise and available to watch globally.”

I'm down for a season per book Harry Potter series. That's something different than a movie reboot.

Postby **DigitalGypsy66** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 3:41 pm

I'm not a huge Harry Potter fan. I've read the first three books, got the jist of the series, and didn't bother with the rest. I enjoyed movies as well, and watch them like I do LoTR - every couple of years or so. But the Potter films condense so much of the story that a show really makes sense.

But dropping the HBO name? That's just dumb tbh.

Postby **Gaucho** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 7:08 am

Postby **DigitalGypsy66** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 8:46 am

That looks interesting. For a second there, I was getting Fargo vibes.

The McConaughey-Harrelson season is some of the best TV ever made. I watched the second season, but remember nothing from it, and didn't bother watching the third with Mahershala Ali. Are the stories at all connected? This Alaska season has some weird occult stuff that reminds me of the first season.

Postby **Gaucho** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 8:55 am

That looks interesting. For a second there, I was getting Fargo vibes.

The McConaughey-Harrelson season is some of the best TV ever made. I watched the second season, but remember nothing from it, and didn't bother watching the third with Mahershala Ali. Are the stories at all connected? This Alaska season has some weird occult stuff that reminds me of the first season.

Same, watched the lame second season, didn't bother with the third. This looks good, though. Also: Jodie Foster. I remember being disappointed with how season 1 ended, somewhat ruining the whole experience.

Postby **DigitalGypsy66** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:03 am

Yeah, now that I think about it, I remember the ending wasn't perfect. Up until then though - it was nearly perfect.

Postby **nocera** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:11 am

The spirals have to be a connection to season 1, right? Also is this on HBO or just Max?

Postby **DigitalGypsy66** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:13 am

The spirals have to be a connection to season 1, right? Also is this on HBO or just Max?

It will be on Max, but from HBO studios (I think?)

Now that I think of it: the streaming platform is Max, but there still will be an HBO cable channel, right?

Postby **nocera** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:17 am

The spirals have to be a connection to season 1, right? Also is this on HBO or just Max?
It will be on Max, but from HBO studios (I think?)

Now that I think of it: the streaming platform is Max, but there still will be an HBO cable channel, right?

Right. Warner Bros Discovery really screwed the pooch with this rebrand.

Postby **the wicked child** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 10:42 am

Yeah, now that I think about it, I remember the ending wasn't perfect. Up until then though - it was nearly perfect.

I think the big issue was that there was so much symbolism and little things that pointed to some wild **** going down... People were speculating about all the different things that could happen... And it really didn't deliver on any of that, which is what I think hurt it a bit for a lot of people.

Postby **Gaucho** » Thu Apr 13, 2023 10:58 am

Postby **NTP66** » Fri Apr 14, 2023 7:21 am

Postby **Joegap** » Fri Apr 14, 2023 2:44 pm

Anyone watch Beef on Netflix? It was a little weird to me at first, but enjoyed the first season.

Postby **NTP66** » Fri Apr 14, 2023 3:38 pm

Anyone watch Beef on Netflix? It was a little weird to me at first, but enjoyed the first season.

Just added it to my watch list after the reviews.

Postby **nocera** » Sat Apr 15, 2023 8:49 pm

Mrs Maisel

Postby **Dickie Dunn** » Sat Apr 15, 2023 9:40 pm

Mrs Maisel

My wife wanted to start this tonight and after her five minute recap of S4 we came to the realization that she watched it with her mother while she lived with us during the pandemic and all I've seen of S4 is Midge stripping down in the street in E1. At least the weekly releases give me time to catch up.

Postby **Freddy Rumsen** » Sat Apr 15, 2023 9:43 pm

The Detectorists is my new favorite discovered show.

Top 4 theme song.

Postby **Gaucho** » Sun Apr 16, 2023 4:37 am

Postby **DigitalGypsy66** » Sun Apr 16, 2023 12:54 pm

@Freddy Rumsen Yeah, it's an excellent show. Love the theme song as well. Don't forget to find the Christmas special that came out of the blue at the end of last year.

I also love the theme that plays when these two come on screen