If people go in expecting "haha funny" all of the time, they'll be disappointed. It's a good show by the end (picks up steam around episode 5) but nothing like Futurama or The Simpsons, so I can see how it can be misleading if you go in with that expectation.
My main problem with it is what other people seem to like: the drawing style. I'm not even sure I can explain it, it just doesn't do anything for me.
The characters are what seems closer to Groening's previous works. You'll like most of them once you get to know them, with their quirks being decisive in it most of the time.
If feels like it was too short of a season as well, so I guess that's one more thing on the pros column. I definitely would like to see more ASAP!
The opening of the first season SLAPS, and the second seasons opening is pretty good too. I plan on finishing Season 2 today, so I'm not sure how it ends but I thoroughly enjoyed watching this anime. The facial expressions are fun and the plot, while not heavy or super serious, is kind of wild. Some of the games they play don't make sense as gambling games, but considering that the idea of a gambling school is rather absurd, it's kind of funny. The only minor issue I have is that this anime is definitely very fanservice-y, if you aren't into that.
Brilliant writing, brilliant acting. Brilliant.
This is the most fucked up show I've ever seen, and that's saying a lot. Highly recommended.
dina and noaf i love u girlies <3
A true adaptation of the manga, Devilman is a series following two boys (Ryo and Akira) and their lives after Ryo takes Akira to a Sabbath party and encourages him to be possessed by a demon in the ensuing bloodshed.
The story is quite simple and previous iterations have not been as good, but this series is dark and touching. The animation style is unusual but attractive and suits the themes very well. It's spooky seeing how people act after they have become part demon and the turning points in the series were truly gripping and made me cry out in response.
Definitely worth a watch but be warned there is a lot of violence and sex.
The first and only animated DC or Marvel show or movie I've actually found worth watching. Finally, one for adults (and, considering the language and graphic violence, only for adults at that). And I must say that Harley is pretty hot in this. Don't get confused by the start of the first episode, as she does change to her new modern Suicide Squad-based outfit eventually. This series is focused on the bad guys, sidekicks, the competitive environment for them. Also, it has a lot of points about female empowerment (mansplaining, etc.) which is refreshing vs. more outdated roles. Definitely addicted, and can't wait for the 3rd episode!
I binge watched the whole show throughout the night. It was quite predictable but still watchable and unique. I enjoyed how realistic everything was. The cast was chosen just perfectly and did a great job to portray an acceptable teen romance. I'm looking forward for season 2.
This was perfect in every way and it has so much potential. Nothing like it out there that does these themes and topics so well without falling into harmful stereotypes.
It was such a nice refreshing story, i especially liked the cinematography! How everything is filmed true to life, the spaces, the people, u can see the pimples on the teens faces! Small detail but it made the series so much better and more distinguishable than something like elite where everyone looks as if they were genetically designed to be perfect! Also, it didn't feel like a bait season to make u crave a netflix subscription which is super plus for a netflix original! And i am really excited to see what the next chapter holds
This show is a good additional to the Marvel universe. Peggy is just the best. Fun comic book style action set in the "golden years". Old cool spy stuff.
I like how it uses characters and plot points from the movies, but doesn't indulge in them. (Vita Rays, Vanko, Jarvis).
It is a little odd to set it before the start of the one-shot. Now I'm just waiting for that to happen. Soon I hope, I'm sick of all the dudes mansplaining Peggy. I know that's how it was but still.
I also hope they spin off the Betty Carver show. Captain America sounds dashing in it.
Natasha Lyonne (Orange is the New Black, American Pie) is trapped in a Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadooloop until she learns to swim, and catches the rhythm of the strokes..... COMPLETELY clichéd, but oddly watchable, if only for the creative ways she keeps managing to off herself, in spite of desperately trying not to.
I love Natasha Lyonne so much.
For fucks sake. This series is a godamn dream and they've touched on everything alright. This series is so immersive that when the crew won their Oscars, I felt my heart bursting with joy. My, my what a plot. What a cast. Absolutely gorgeous. Also love, how there is loads of queer representation here. Everyone's gay but that's not what you're gonna stay for. It's the chemistry and the actors and how godamn awesome this series is. 100% recommend.
Unfairly compared to the wonderful 'Freaks and Geeks,' and criticised because of it, this series deserves to stands on its own. Funny, heartfelt, sweet and moving, this portrays real feelings amongst a group of high school kids in a mostly unsentimental way. Looking forward to the next season.
I liked it.
This show put a different spin on werewolf mythology, and I love when werewolves aren't portrayed as some disease that forces a human into becoming an uncontrollable killing machine every full moon.
I also appreciated the total lack of vampires. Every other time its vamps vs. wolves or witches vs. vamps.
A great idea, with bad acting performance, and a crappy script.
Not alot to say about this one, don't expect too much. Just watch this when you're home tired from work/school and don't want to use your brain.
Less is more, it’s also for true for TV Series. Nothing ”outstanding” must happen for everything to fall in place with extraordinary grace and perfection.
Short but intense comedy. Not to be missed.
This is probably one of the funniest and most heartfelt animes out there. This is a great reverse harem show and you literally fall in love with almost every single character. They start out as your basic stereotypes but everyone has an amazing backstory that is expanded upon. Also, Haruhi is the best.
This is something I don't understand about American TV executives, this show is head and shoulders above some of the tripe that gets retained and yet no second series. It can't be costs, I can't see the ratings but I would have thought they would be pretty good, I don't understand why it has finished. Admittedly it isn't "sci-fi" but it has that fantasy edge that would keep it in their remit. I am also amazed that no one else has taken this up, (are you watching Netflix/Amazon? ).
The fact that Dear White People has such a low rating proves the point of the whole show
This is one of those shows that got better as it went along. I just finished watching the third season and I'm itching for more. The series started off kind of average, it had enough to keep me watching but it was lacking. There was way too many sex scenes that I felt just served as filler. The actors hadn't gotten into the characters yet and it really showed. I also felt the writing was a little all over the place in terms of quality but it improved by season two. By season three, each episode had me wanting the next. The characters have "character" and there's no holding back to make the show "family friendly" like most other fantasy series. I might try and pick up the novel to hold me over till the next season airs as I've heard it's a bit different and I'm interested.
