OT: Netflix Gems
January 26th, 2014 at 11:35 PM ^
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January 26th, 2014 at 11:36 PM ^
Senna, whether you are a fan or motorsports/Formula One or not, is an amazing documentary.
January 26th, 2014 at 11:40 PM ^
January 26th, 2014 at 11:51 PM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 5:39 AM ^
January 26th, 2014 at 11:37 PM ^
This movie did really well with the critics but mediocre at the box office. Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard, doesn't get any better.
January 26th, 2014 at 11:38 PM ^
Really like Freaks & Geeks and Undeclared when it comes to TV shows. Wish those would have lasted longer on air.
Really enjoyed World's Greatest Dad (movie) starring Robin Williams. He's a single dad, english teacher and struggling aspiring writer. His son is a complete jackass and pervert and kills himself while asphyxiating himself during masterbation. Robin Williams pens a suicide note and makes it look like his son killed himself, as well as forging a diary from his son which becomes a big hit. It's a pretty funny flick, but is also pretty thought provoking IMO.
January 26th, 2014 at 11:39 PM ^
Check out Luther.
I'll say you're welcome now, because you don't know who I really am and won't get the chance to thank me in-person.
January 26th, 2014 at 11:40 PM ^
January 26th, 2014 at 11:41 PM ^
If you haven't watched it yet, I highly suggest watching David Lynch's 'Twin Peaks'. The only show that I say competes with Breaking Bad and The Wire.
January 27th, 2014 at 9:59 AM ^
"there's a fish in the percolator"
"the owls are not what they seem"
"you remind me of a small mexican chi-wow-wow..."
January 27th, 2014 at 11:12 AM ^
Season 2 was a mess. But, in fairness, as far as I understand, there was originally supposed to be a Season 3...
In any event, the last episode of Season 2, the de facto series finale, IS a very, very good one, so it's worth the struggle to slog through the entirety of the series to reach that point.
January 27th, 2014 at 12:32 PM ^
Season 2 starts out strong, hits a really rough patch in the middle of the season with some odd and shallow plot lines, but it ends fantastically. The series finale is one of the most chilling hours of television I have ever witnessed.
January 27th, 2014 at 4:03 PM ^
There was recently an interview on avclub.com with Sherilyn Fenn (actress who played Audrey Horne). Billy Zane and Heather Graham's roles (which totally sucked the life out of season 2) were created because Lara Flynn Boyle was dating Kyle Machlachlan and was jealous of the relationship of "Cooper and Audrey." There's always been a lot of whispers of behind the scenes issues during season 2, not the least of which was getting cancelled.
Incidentally, I named my dog Special Agent Dale Cooper. And Audrey Horne was smoking.
http://www.avclub.com/article/sherilyn-fenn-talks-david-lynch-and-how-t…
January 26th, 2014 at 11:50 PM ^
and I liked Seal Team Six, Sideeffects, Double Jeapordy, Restrepo, Limitless, Enemy at The Gate, Alpha Dog, American Psycho (do not watch with women),Perfect Getaway, Traitor, Pulp Fiction, Colditz, Counterfeiters, Inglorious Bastards, I could go on and on but its getting late so I will say goodnight Dick, Goodnght Dick. Go Blue!!!
January 27th, 2014 at 12:58 PM ^
January 26th, 2014 at 11:54 PM ^
Most of the 30 for 30 docs are available for streaming. I tend to watch a lot of the British TV series, such as "MI-5," the Poirot & Marple mysteries, etc., as they're just nice to have on in the background while I'm working around the house. In my queue, but haven't started yet, because I want to devote my full attention to it, is "Twin Peaks."
I second the recommendation of "The Fall," and would add "Prime Suspect" (the original with Helen Mirren), "Inspector Lynley," "George Gentley" and "Foyle's War" if you like mysteries.
January 26th, 2014 at 11:58 PM ^
Since there are a lot of Detroit (and Michigan people) on here, you should check out the Doc called A Band Called Death. About 3 black brothers from inner city Detroit that started a Punk rock band in the 70s. 2 Brothers are still alive today and has interviews with their sons and stuff. Pretty interesting as their music was pretty damn good too.
January 27th, 2014 at 9:25 AM ^
SO. DAMN. GOOD.
January 27th, 2014 at 12:11 AM ^
Another documentary on Netflix for the Detroit folks on here (as well as others) is 'Burn'. It follows a company of firefighters on the Eastside.
Link to trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioiMZvMdvas
January 27th, 2014 at 12:13 AM ^
If you don't mind your tv shows with 50% subtitles, it's HILARIOUS. It stars Steven van Zandt and it's about a mafia guy that has to move to norway. Highly recommended. And like most people have said, House of Cards and Orange is the New Black are amazing.
January 27th, 2014 at 4:17 AM ^
Finally someboyd mentioned Lillehammer. Great show. I'm not surprised many aren't watching it, though. People really are missing out.
January 27th, 2014 at 12:18 AM ^
They're probably available on Netflix, but you can seen them on YouTube: Cabal, Vendetta and Ratking. They're fabulous, set in Italy, very compelling, sophisticated, complex and edgy. You may have to watch each episode twice. I haven't read the books on which they're based, but I'll do it sometime soon.
Apparently they cost so much to produce that the second season was not produced AFAIK.
January 27th, 2014 at 12:23 AM ^
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January 27th, 2014 at 12:26 AM ^
BLUE MOUNTAIN STATE!!!
And Trailer Park Boys!
January 27th, 2014 at 12:50 AM ^
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January 27th, 2014 at 1:29 AM ^
The League. If you're into fantasy football, then it's a plus. Otherwise, it's a hilarious TV show
January 27th, 2014 at 2:19 AM ^
The Tudors was just flat-out AWESOME. Also, Hemlock Grove is probably the best show on netflix. It has a werewolf/vampire type motif but it's fantastic. And I'm in my 30's.
January 27th, 2014 at 4:36 AM ^
Lillehammer. Watch it...Just do it.
The Killing. Underrated. It's slow but in a good way. i.e. the murder doesn't get solved in one unrealistic episode but it's no slow in that plenty happens each episode and has one on edge often. Great acting, storyline, plots, twists. Of course it's based off of a Swedish show but that likely makes it all the better.
Dirty Wars. Check it out. A documentary about....well, yea.
Manhatten for a Woody Allen flick.
Longmire is okay to kill some time...40 minute episodes about crime out West. Good acting but unlike the above each episode is a new crime. Interesting enough.
Maron. Comedian Mark Maron doin a show. Funny shit
Louie if you've never watched it. Best comedian and a damn good actor I have to say.
Brew Masters. Dogfish Head brewery dude does a show about making cool/weird beers and of course the everyday happenings at a big micro/craft brewery.
Hard Eight. Movie.
Crystal Fairy. Check it out. Michael Cera is in it. If it sounds interesting enough by the brief description, pull the trigger, I'd recommend it.
The Silence. Pretty interesting mystery about missing girls, years apart. Swedish I think...so it's good.
Luther is very good too as others have said (British); crime/murder/detective show. I also like Anika Bengston, a Swedish crime show.
Wish You Were Here. Drama. Good flick. Good plot twists and a realistic story.
The Ninth Gate. Johnny Depp yo, doing his thing. Good suspense/thriller.
As for new movies, I haven't seen Wolf of Wall Street or American Hustle (though by my tastes I can already tell I'll like WoWS more), but check out Dallas Buyers' Club when you can. Awesome.
January 27th, 2014 at 9:22 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 5:08 AM ^
the netflix generated sub-genres are fascinating and generally suggest some great content.
January 27th, 2014 at 6:42 AM ^
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January 27th, 2014 at 7:22 AM ^
Tell No One
Dead Again
TV:
Avatar ( if they still have it )
January 27th, 2014 at 9:38 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 11:31 AM ^
Yes, and it was made into a French movie, a well-paced, tense thriller.
January 27th, 2014 at 7:54 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 8:14 AM ^
Just do like I do and only watch Workaholics.
#YouGottaBeFresh
January 27th, 2014 at 8:26 AM ^
I'm a sucker for scifi based series:
Warehouse 13 - ridiculous and intelligent at the same time. The actor chemistry is amazing.
Lost - yeah it doesn't answer all the questions, but its a hell of a ride.
Dollhouse - Joss Whedon - watch it love it...
Firfely - Whedon again - love it...
Lost Girl - really amazing show - totally surprised me how it snuck up on me.
Luther - another vote from me - Idris Elba is an amazing actor
Torchwood - only the first 3 seasons before Starz took over, but a fun clever show - if you like Dr Who you'll like Torchwood
Asylum - crazy good acting and show - spooky and each season its own self contained show.
Miscellaneous watches - Jericho, Alias, Nikita, Blue Mountain State, Continuum, Dr. Who, Prison Brea, The League, Chuck, etc...
I could go on an on, but that is the top of my TVlsit
January 27th, 2014 at 9:45 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 9:47 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 9:59 AM ^
sadly, it expired on there
but, his long-awaited follow-up Upstream Color is available to stream
January 27th, 2014 at 9:53 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 10:20 AM ^
January 27th, 2014 at 10:29 AM ^
Parenthood