My wife and I just finished season one of Ozark. We both loved it...even though it was pretty dark and disturbing at times. Jason Bateman is fantastic.
We just watched the first episode of Billions. I liked it a lot, but I'm also a very big Paul Giamatti fan. We'll see how it goes.
Anyone else watching Homeland? Another great season.
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
Anyone else watching Homeland? Another great season.
Last night was awesome.
Next season, their last will focus more on espionage and will not be based in the U.S.
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
Anyone else watching Homeland? Another great season.
Last night was awesome.
Next season, their last will focus more on espionage and will not be based in the U.S.
Won't be able to watch last night's episode until Tuesday. It's been an odd season. I've enjoyed the last half of the season, but it took awhile to get in gear. What was the point of the subplot with Brett O'Keefe? It went nowhere, and then they just dropped it completely. I expect they were trying to wrap up loose threads from the previous season, but nothing was wrapped up. He just disappeared from the storyline.
Also watching the final season of The Americans which has been excellent so far.
I'm looking forward to watching the final season of the Americans and Homeland. They are easily Top 10 shows for me.
Chef's Table, Volume 4 - this focuses on chefs making desserts. First 2 episodes so far have been great.
Great season finale to Homeland.
The mechanism on Netflix.
As if Billions was not already great this season, enter John Malkovich last night. 
The Americans
Continues to be the most amazing show on television. (GoT is its own thing.) So sad to see it ending but, WOW. What a ride. Anyone not watching should start from the beginning but for me it really picked up in the third season.
winetarelli posted:The Americans
Continues to be the most amazing show on television. (GoT is its own thing.) So sad to see it ending but, WOW. What a ride. Anyone not watching should start from the beginning but for me it really picked up in the third season.
Been watching from the beginning. The most underappreciated program on TV.
Started Godless on Netflix this weekend and really like it so far.
theoldman posted:winetarelli posted:The Americans
Continues to be the most amazing show on television. (GoT is its own thing.) So sad to see it ending but, WOW. What a ride. Anyone not watching should start from the beginning but for me it really picked up in the third season.
Been watching from the beginning. The most underappreciated program on TV.
Why is that? I don't watch much TV. I think Northern Exposure was the last show I watched regularly. What have I missed?
haggis posted:theoldman posted:winetarelli posted:The Americans
Continues to be the most amazing show on television. (GoT is its own thing.) So sad to see it ending but, WOW. What a ride. Anyone not watching should start from the beginning but for me it really picked up in the third season.
Been watching from the beginning. The most underappreciated program on TV.
Why is that? I don't watch much TV. I think Northern Exposure was the last show I watched regularly. What have I missed?
First, the time period, the Cold War, and the plot Russian spies planted as a typical American family. Second, the show was created by a former CIA officer which brings some reality to the proceedings in the way John le Carre's spy background informs many of his novels. The acting is great, beside the spy couple, played by real life couple Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys, there's so many strong supporting actors like Noah Emmerich as their FBI agent next door neighbor, the always wonderful Margo Martindale and Frank Langella as the spies' handlers. Third, when we go into the Russian embassy, or travel to Russia, the actors always speak Russian with English provided as subtitles. Very authentic.
The show has built up the suspense and action leading to tomorrow's show finale. It's done it with intelligent scripts and mind-blowing tense scenes between the actors. Best drama series since Breaking Bad (though Breaking Bad is greater.) Though Game of Thrones is in a special category of its own.
There aren't many times I agree with TOM when it comes to television.
To add to TOM’s post... the show works on many levels. It is an extraordinary spy thriller that also is the best family drama on television. I’ve never seen spy craft so well displayed in any medium. And it also is very much about the immigrant experience. It manages to pull it all off while being honest. Top to bottom the acting is exceptional. I like it more than Breaking Bad but apart from that, I agree with TOM’s assessment that it is the best show on television. (Again, GoT is its own thing.)
Last week the two creators of the show, after being asked about the show's topicality in today's world, said they specifically didn't want to make a topical show. With Russia in the news for the last 17 months or so the show's look at the past wound up reflecting on world events today.
(Who did not love the heart to awful heart that Paige and Elizabeth had last week? Nice interview with Holly Taylor.
Do not watch unless you've seen the series.
Thanks, all, for the great description of The Americans. I am sorry to have missed it! But, perhaps it's available on Netflix.
haggis posted:Thanks, all, for the great description of The Americans. I am sorry to have missed it! But, perhaps it's available on Netflix.
It is available for free from Amazon Prime. Excepting season 6 which probably will be available free from said streaming service.
It is worth it.
Binged-watched the last 3 episodes of the final season of The Americans. Brilliant. Not in a Breaking Bad kind of way, but it was true to its core. A satisfying conclusion. Bravo.
Great ending for The Americans. I'd put it in the top 5 drama endings. Loved Paige's final scene. (No spoilers.)
theoldman posted:Great ending for The Americans. I'd put it in the top 5 drama endings. Loved Paige's final scene. (No spoilers.)
Agreed.
Have not watched but heard they used Brothers in Arms very well in finale
jcocktosten posted:Have not watched but heard they used Brothers in Arms very well in finale
Given the historical alignment of our attitudes, I so suggest you check the show out. And yes, that is the case.
Well done wrap up to the series. Shattering. Of all the characters and their fates there was one that stood out for me: Igor Burov. The actor playing him did a remarkable job.
Wild, Wild Country on Netflix. 6 episode documentary. Im 2 episodes in and its fascinating.
Season 2 of Fauda. Two episodes in and so far it’s just as good as the first season.
Expanse
Re-watching Band of Brothers for the ...th time
Gonna watch the latest season of Bosch soon.
I am waiting for the "correct the spelling in the title of the thread" function on the new site.
Every time I see "reccomendations" I think I am going to throw up.
... and "tv show's"
irwin posted:I am waiting for the "correct the spelling in the title of the thread" function on the new site.
Every time I see "reccomendations" I think I am going to throw up.
This has come up before. Unfortunately, the OP hasn't been active for over 4 years. Perhaps Robert could edit it if he has the time.
PH
Really enjoying The Expanse. I have read all the books and had some concerns over the casting but so far it's very well done
jcocktosten posted:Really enjoying The Expanse. I have read all the books and had some concerns over the casting but so far it's very well done
I enjoyed this very much. Had similar issues with the casting, but I got over it. There are enough differences as the story unfolds to make it interesting, even if you've read the books.
PH
jcocktosten posted:Really enjoying The Expanse. I have read all the books and had some concerns over the casting but so far it's very well done
I watched the first season. Couldn't get into it, even though I generally enjoy sci-fi. I had the same problem with Babylon 5 and Fire Fly.
mneeley490 posted:jcocktosten posted:Really enjoying The Expanse. I have read all the books and had some concerns over the casting but so far it's very well done
I watched the first season. Couldn't get into it, even though I generally enjoy sci-fi. I had the same problem with Babylon 5 and Fire Fly.
I wonder if I would have enjoyed The Expanse as much if I had not read the books. It's a weird environment to wrap your brain around, and the books gave me a good jump start on buying into the premise. If you haven't read them, I highly recommend it, mneeley.
PH
I've watched Parts Unknown occasionally but not as regularly as some shows. Season 8 and Episode 1 with Bourdain and Obama is a really enjoyable one. I feel melancholy, knowing he's gone, but at the same time feel uplifted when watching Obama and Bourdain eat at a cafe with the patrons. Sigh.
Finished Bosch Season 4 excellent. Probably the best season so far. Great cast
Started Humans on Amazon a few days back. I kinda like it.
PH
jcocktosten posted:Finished Bosch Season 4 excellent. Probably the best season so far. Great cast
For magic nerds like myself (and not to give a spoiler) it was obvious what the ring was, it even has a name. This was a great season and I loved that it hit so many characteristic spots of LA. It's hard to resist using the Bradbury building for the hundredth time.
purplehaze posted:Started Humans on Amazon a few days back. I kinda like it.
PH
This is a very good show and it's great to see Kathrine Parkinson (Jen) from The IT Crowd in a serious role.