Godot Posted December 27, 2023 Posted December 27, 2023 (edited) Just had a quick binge of Good People on SBS. Love a narrative arc that completes in 6 episodes. https://www.sbs.com.au/whats-on/article/a-very-black-comedy-of-errors-that-happens-to-otherwise-good-people/vrd6u5ik9 Edited December 27, 2023 by Godot Added photo. 1
bob_m_54 Posted December 27, 2023 Posted December 27, 2023 52 minutes ago, Godot said: Just had a quick binge of Good People on SBS. Love a narrative arc that completes in 6 episodes. https://www.sbs.com.au/whats-on/article/a-very-black-comedy-of-errors-that-happens-to-otherwise-good-people/vrd6u5ik9 I watched three episodes, then deleted the rest.. Recorded on Fetch.. Just got a bit stupid for me.. 1
Godot Posted December 27, 2023 Posted December 27, 2023 18 minutes ago, bob_m_54 said: I watched three episodes, then deleted the rest.. Recorded on Fetch.. Just got a bit stupid for me.. Ha! I totally agree, it was patently ridiculous. It shows how worn down I had become after 19 house guests stultifying presence over the last 2 months. Love them all, but an endurance event for an extreme introvert. Tonight we start on the latest series of “Fargo”, I expect a much better experience. 1
cazzesman Posted January 18, 2024 Author Posted January 18, 2024 Well it is farewell to 3 favorites. Fool Me Once Lessons in Chemistry Fargo. Loved them all. The 3 female leads nailed it across the board. 1 Eps to go of the wonderful 'Drops of God.' I'm not normally a huge 'subtitles' guy but this show is so well done I'm captivated. Another female led series that hits the mark for me. And onto another UK crime drama in 'Criminal Record'. The insanely scary Peter Capaldi is on fire. His constant underlying sarcasm and his withering stare, hint at pure malevolence. What a great actor he is. Trying to hold her own against him is the very talented Cush Jumbo. She is like a drowning woman, grasping at floating twigs. The first 2 episodes have been high class. Happy viewing. Regards Cazzesman 3
cazzesman Posted January 25, 2024 Author Posted January 25, 2024 https://variety.com/2024/tv/reviews/death-and-other-details-review-hulu-1235861558/ Death and Other Details. On Hulu. The ever-reliable Mandy Patinkin is back in a very watchable show. Playing Rufus Coteworth, the “world’s greatest detective,”. This is a good old-fashion 'who done it.' A great cast of Actors and beautifully shot. The bright pastel colors and 'Art Deco' vibe, work so well. I'm always happy to see Jere Burns (Wynn Duffy from the 'Justified' TV Show) back on screen. He does have an aura about him. 2 eps in and it is extremely enjoyable. A few critics suggested it was abit hard to follow, with so many characters, but I haven't found that to be the case. Happy viewing. Regards Cazzesman
cazzesman Posted January 29, 2024 Author Posted January 29, 2024 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27867155/ Mr Bates vs The Post Office. Terrific UK dramatisation of a real-life story. Mr Bates vs The Post Office tells how former subpostmasters and subpostmistresses were held liable by the Post Office for financial discrepancies thrown up by its computerised accounting system, Horizon. The issues started around 2004. Their pursuit led to more than 700 prosecutions, criminal convictions and, in some cases, prison sentences. Many of those pursued were told to plead guilty to crimes or face jail, according to lawyers who have represented dozens of those impacted. They were forced to pay the Post Office money it claimed had gone missing, which meant many lost their jobs, homes and lifesavings. Toby Jones plays Mr Bates and there's a who's who of British character actors. Frightening viewing as those effected had their lives destroyed. Regards Cazzesman 1
cazzesman Posted February 17, 2024 Author Posted February 17, 2024 (edited) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2640044/ Masters of the Air. The entire show is obviously built around the bomb drops. The rest is really 'kinda filla' between the missions. The flying sequences are terrifying. I have no doubt the depictions are realistic as Steven Spielberg nails it more often than not. It only takes one mission, if they survive, for the airmen to realise the odds of them coming back are almost zero. They are flying over Germany to bomb locations that are protected by Ground guns and the famous Germany fighter pilots in their hundreds (it appears). They are in tin cans, waiting to be blown out of the sky. Chilling. Talk about ...'Thank you for your sacrifice." Regards Cazzesman Edited February 18, 2024 by cazzesman 2
keyse1 Posted February 17, 2024 Posted February 17, 2024 On 29/1/2024 at 4:57 PM, cazzesman said: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27867155/ Mr Bates vs The Post Office. Terrific UK dramatisation of a real-life story. Mr Bates vs The Post Office tells how former subpostmasters and subpostmistresses were held liable by the Post Office for financial discrepancies thrown up by its computerised accounting system, Horizon. The issues started around 2004. Their pursuit led to more than 700 prosecutions, criminal convictions and, in some cases, prison sentences. Many of those pursued were told to plead guilty to crimes or face jail, according to lawyers who have represented dozens of those impacted. They were forced to pay the Post Office money it claimed had gone missing, which meant many lost their jobs, homes and lifesavings. Toby Jones plays Mr Bates and there's a who's who of British character actors. Frightening viewing as those effected had their lives destroyed. Regards Cazzesman So Robot Debt for post offices? 1
cazzesman Posted February 18, 2024 Author Posted February 18, 2024 On 16/11/2023 at 1:08 PM, cazzesman said: I was watching S4 of Peaky Blinders and the great character Actor Aidan Gillen (GOT) makes an appearance. I did a search of his recent jobs and came across the Irish Drama 'Kin'. https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/112693-kin General very solid reviews. I watched S1 Eps 1 the other night and think it is well worth a further look. Regards Cazzesman Just a follow up on KIN. I loved Season 1 and am now 4 eps into Season 2. I was browsing SBS on Demand and noted the 2 seasons are on there for anyone interested. I have been watching it via Kodi. Regards Cazzesman
keyse1 Posted February 18, 2024 Posted February 18, 2024 2 hours ago, cazzesman said: Just a follow up on KIN. I loved Season 1 and am now 4 eps into Season 2. I was browsing SBS on Demand and noted the 2 seasons are on there for anyone interested. I have been watching it via Kodi. Regards Cazzesman What is kodi Does it have adds
cazzesman Posted February 18, 2024 Author Posted February 18, 2024 27 minutes ago, keyse1 said: What is kodi Does it have adds No adds. https://www.tomsguide.com/us/what-is-kodi,review-4160.html https://www.stereonet.com/forums/topic/319579-kodi-users-discussion-thread/#comment-4591928 Regards Cazzesman
keyse1 Posted February 18, 2024 Posted February 18, 2024 6 minutes ago, cazzesman said: No adds. https://www.tomsguide.com/us/what-is-kodi,review-4160.html https://www.stereonet.com/forums/topic/319579-kodi-users-discussion-thread/#comment-4591928 Regards Cazzesman Thanks SBS is the best streaming service But ruined by adds So watching through Kodi does away with adds? 1
cazzesman Posted February 18, 2024 Author Posted February 18, 2024 11 hours ago, keyse1 said: What is kodi Does it have adds keyser, Once you have done some reading and research feel free to PM me if you have any questions. I will say it helps to know your way around a computer to get the best from kodi. It is not like having the Prime icon on your remote and smart TV then picking a show and start watching. With the system comes a learning curve, but I think the payoff is immense. I have been using Kodi for years now and from where it was when I started to now, is worlds apart. What you need Hardware device like a - Vero V, Nivida Shield, Nuc, etc My choice is Vero V for $300 Aust. It is purpose built for the job. HDMI cable Lan cable to the device and good internet download speeds for 4k viewing. Note: I only use 2 channel audio, so if you want 5,6,8 channel, it is available but I'm not sure how good it is. Some software you install from online Real-Debrid Subscription @ 6 months for $27 Aust Regards Cazzesman
keyse1 Posted February 19, 2024 Posted February 19, 2024 2 hours ago, cazzesman said: keyser, Once you have done some reading and research feel free to PM me if you have any questions. I will say it helps to know your way around a computer to get the best from kodi. It is not like having the Prime icon on your remote and smart TV then picking a show and start watching. With the system comes a learning curve, but I think the payoff is immense. I have been using Kodi for years now and from where it was when I started to now, is worlds apart. What you need Hardware device like a - Vero V, Nivida Shield, Nuc, etc My choice is Vero V for $300 Aust. It is purpose built for the job. HDMI cable Lan cable to the device and good internet download speeds for 4k viewing. Note: I only use 2 channel audio, so if you want 5,6,8 channel, it is available but I'm not sure how good it is. Some software you install from online Real-Debrid Subscription @ 6 months for $27 Aust Regards Cazzesman Thanks But that is way beyond my comprehension of technology I am only interested in watching SBS without adds on tv I watch a lot of cop shows like Kin but am unable to watch serious film on SBS because they are rendered worthless interrupted by adds 1
cazzesman Posted February 19, 2024 Author Posted February 19, 2024 I hear you Keyser. I gave up on FTA TV about 15 years ago. Prior to Kodi all my watching came from EZYTV or The Pirate Bay. Downloaded on USB and into a device cabled to the TV. Keyser check this out and do some more research. Happy Viewing. Regards Cazzesman 2
NoCoder Posted February 19, 2024 Posted February 19, 2024 18 hours ago, cazzesman said: I hear you Keyser. I gave up on FTA TV about 15 years ago. Prior to Kodi all my watching came from EZYTV or The Pirate Bay. Downloaded on USB and into a device cabled to the TV. Keyser check this out and do some more research. Happy Viewing. Regards Cazzesman Thanks for sharing. I assume you can do this in the settings for a Apple TV or Telstra TV etc as well?
muon* Posted February 22, 2024 Posted February 22, 2024 Finished second season of Resident Alien and just watched ep1 of season 3, such a funny show
Godot Posted February 22, 2024 Posted February 22, 2024 Right now I’m enjoying the NASA coverage of Intuitive Machines moon landing.
cazzesman Posted March 11, 2024 Author Posted March 11, 2024 Atlast some new shows to latch onto. Elsbeth - Fans of The Good Wife and The Good Fight will know the character of Elsbeth. Husband and wife directors Michelle and Robert King have given Carrie Preston her own show as Elsbeth Tascioni. Quirky and abit of light fun. The Regime - Kate Winslet playing a hypochondriac, leader of a European country. Her quirks of office may lend a little bit towards a certain Ex USA President. It will be interesting to see if the quirks she has can maintain it, or it becomes one trick pony. The Gentleman - A Guy Ritchie TV series spin off. Written and produced by Ritchie. Eps 1 had all the Ritchie staples of Gangsters, Drugs, Boxing and a host of scallywags with funny accents. Looks good fun. Griselda - It has already been mentioned in this thread by others. I give it a solid B. What is did show is that Sofía Vergara is more than just an Eye candy Character. She can act. The facial Prothetics really help you forget who she had played in other shows. The completely made-up adventures of Dick Turpin. - Noel Fielding gets to show his low-key comedy stick and does it very well. It could have been a trite disaster, but I find it actually does have its LOL moments. The script is snappy and rarely cliched. Good fun at around 25 mins an episode. Maybe for lovers of Black Adder, just not quite as cutting or cynical. Happy viewing. Regards Cazzesman 2
muon* Posted March 16, 2024 Posted March 16, 2024 Binging The Originals on 9NOW, fun Vampire/Werewolf/Witch series
cazzesman Posted March 24, 2024 Author Posted March 24, 2024 The Gentlemen TV series - It was a hoot. So well written and such grand fun. Well worth a look for abit of Guy Ritchie 'gangsta' fun. 3 Body Problem - SyFy. The latest offering from the makers of GOT - David Benioff & D.B. Weiss. Based on a book written by a Chinese gent in 2008. I watched Eps 1 yesterday and it was pretty rock solid. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three-Body_Problem_(novel) I went back and watch Fargo TV series - Season 1. I had forgotten so much of it. Simply glorious fun. Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Allison Tolman, Colin Hanks and Martin Freeman. BBT and Freeman were just magnificent. Happy Viewing you lot. Regards Cazzesman 1
NoCoder Posted March 24, 2024 Posted March 24, 2024 Finally finished Dark season 3 on Netflix.....not sure what to say. Really enjoyed season 1...after that, it was fine, but I didn't enjoy it as much as I hoped from the reviews. Also watched S4 of True Detective. S1 was a TV masterpiece IMO. I can see why the other series do not rate as highly, but each one is essentially a stand alone show, which different styles. I think the following seasons suffer from S1 being so damn good and viewers expecting the same style as S1. I enjoyed S4, and thought the acting was really solid throughout. A few elements of the story line didn't quite hit the mark for me, but overall, I was happy with it. Nice to see Jodie Foster as the lead in a TV series and loved her in this. 1
Godot Posted March 24, 2024 Posted March 24, 2024 21 hours ago, cazzesman said: 3 Body Problem - SyFy. The latest offering from the makers of GOT - David Benioff & D.B. Weiss. Based on a book written by a Chinese gent in 2008. I watched Eps 1 yesterday and it was pretty rock solid. I have read the books, it was hard to understand everything that was going on. I like the look of this though, I will definitely give it a go. 1
cazzesman Posted March 24, 2024 Author Posted March 24, 2024 Another that has quickly grown on myself and my wife is.......... Manhunt. Tv drama series about the assassination of Abe Lincoln. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16912512/ Regards Cazzesman
cazzesman Posted March 28, 2024 Author Posted March 28, 2024 Loving the 3 Body Problem. Episode 5 - Judgement Day. OMG! It goes off. Regards Cazzesman 1
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