I haven't watched That 70's Show so I can't say how it compares to this. But so far I'm enjoying this show. It's funny with charming characters. Very cheesy and teen-y but I mean that's kinda the point of this show.
I'm a simple woman, I see Matthew Goode, I watch.
people are hating it cause it's TOO GAY... I guess I'll watch it twice.
Ghostbusters meets Supernatural type of vibe.
So far, so good. I wish the characters were older.
Browsing through some of the reviews I find online, all I can see is people complaining about how they turned this show into PC nonsense, and changed the characters up to something unrecognizable compared to their original versions.
Really? Did we watch the same sitcom growing up?
Are we forgetting about the episode in the original where Carlton and Will were arrested just for being a certain skin color?
Are we forgetting about Carlton almost overdosing on pep pills?
Are we forgetting about Carlton packing heat after he and Will got mugged?
Are we forgetting about Phil being confronted in his old neighborhood because he "abandoned them" when he became wealthy?
Yes, the original was a lighthearted sitcom, so obviously their main focus wasn't on the drama, but dang it if it wasn't there at all. People are saying the tension between Will and Carlton in this reboot feels forced? Re-watch the first few seasons of the original show. I'd hardly call them besties in that either.
This new version being a dramatic retelling, they are taking sitcom characters and translating them into actual well rounded human beings.
Carlton, who was an uptight, stress-prone, daddy's boy who was always jealous of Will's natural charm and intelligence, is now relieving his tension with drugs, and is resorting to down-and-dirty tactics that sitcom Carlton would just as easily do, but the nature of the show he was on, simply wouldn't let him.
Hilary, who was a superficial airhead in the original to the point of it being a parody of herself, is mooching off of her parents' money in this one and trying to make it as an influencer while waiting for a career to fall into her lap. That just screams "updated Hilary" to me.
I could go on, but the fact of the matter is that this show took a very lighthearted setup, gave it some much needed weight for this type of storytelling, and casted some truly brilliant actors in this. Banks is an amazing Will, and Holmes is a great uncle Phil.
As a sidenote, I'm usually the first to point out "forced PC-ness", but you simply can not do a show about African American families, especially a wealthy one like the Banks family, and not have it come up at some point. The original knew it, this one knows it, and they both did it well within the confines of the style of show they're presenting.
I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of this season.
A controversial ending that I'm sure will receive a lot of hate, but I personally loved it.
Dexter has broken down, mentally and physically throughout New Blood, and his son was his final hope of gaining happiness or the prospect of a happy life. But acknowledging that he deserved to die for the betterment of Harrison is the most noble thing he could have done, and it almost brought a tear to my eye. love it or hate it. But some of the best ones often are. It will be studied and analysed for years to come, and I hope people who dislike it so much may come to like it more someday.
Farewell to an amazing show, and an amazing character.
Really enjoyed this more than I thought I would! Aidan Gallagher stole the show as Number Five- who returned thru time as the mature 5 but in his younger body. He really nailed the part until it was hard th believe he is actually just fifteen yrs old! Recommended viewing!
Love Everything about this show. Haven’t had something fresh like this in a long time. Keep the shows coming!!!!!
I watched the first episode. If you like this style and this type of series, I definitely recommend you to watch it. It's lively and the acting is good. The effects and the subject are excellent. When I watch all the episodes, I will come back and write here. I wish everyone a good time.:grinning::smiley:
Don't cancel it, Netflix.
Please?!
if a show could be a soulmate, this one would be mine :black_heart::black_heart::black_heart:
I'm not familiar with the comics and when I first heard about it, I wasn't entirely convinced... ghosts solving crimes, really? But when I saw Neil Gaiman's name, I decided I had to try it... and I don't regret anything, I love it with all my heart... characters, plot... and of course references to Sandman. Well, with Neil and people from Supernatural, it just had to work. I really hope we get another season:fingers_crossed:
A very good and enjoyable series. Lots of things going on during the season. The detective agency solve some very interesting case's whilst the Cat King and the witch are always haunting the Detective agency in the Background. Very interesting and entertaining series. Well worth a watch. Highly recommend. Looking forward to the next season. :thumbsup_tone1:
A really interesting pilot! I can definitely see myself really liking this show; it has an interesting premise and I’m curious to see how the mystery will unfold.
I despite Buckner-Leming and as usual, their pacing was way off and there are ALWAYS consent issues with those two so why would tonight be any different? But that was a seriously intense episode and I am SO ANGRY at the Winchesters for giving up on Jack so easily. They are his family. He has always been motivated by the best of all possible intentions. They owe him more than that. He deserves better than that. cries in nephilim
First episode was a hard slog, but it got better as the series progressed. Not bad!
This is the best show people never gave a chance
This is not "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air".
This is not a comedy.
This is not 1993.
This is a realistic take that fills in the gaps. As a Philadelphian born and raised, this show has made me proud. As the product of an urban environment, and as a black man, this show is telling a coming-of-age story that I've seen and lived. The family dynamic. Will not belonging. The struggles of a rich black man, even from his own community, trying to be accepted... this is reality and the acting, cinematography and wardrobe are FRESH. Thank you, Will Smith, for seeing Morgan Cooper's vision. I will enjoy this season, even if it's the only one.
Good start ! Very faithful to the story and overall vibe of the Sandman comics, gotta love it
[Initial Impression] An excellent, quality production. Fine performances. Great writing with real heart-pounding action. Not only is it a Canadian :flag_ca: production, but it is set in Canada :flag_ca: - the first is not unusual, the second is, yet I see a rise in the confidence that good productions, once proven, will be picked up by American and even International broadcasters, which will allow our productions to earn their keep. Based on this premiere, I give this series an 8 (great) out of 10. [Medical Drama]
Excellent show. Very pleased. Well written, well acted. And Canadian!
Aidan Gallagher is an incredible talent for his age I found myself really impressed with his performance.
As far as graphic novels go Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá’s Umbrella Academy series is as pulp, eye-catching and absolutely insane as they come. For the most part Netflix’s new adaptation captures everything special and unique about the source material.
This is how an adaption should be done, every main character gets the right amount of screen-time and backstory to feel important and 3 dimensional. Most of the core ideas are present, including concepts as crazy as a 58 year old time-traveler with the physical appearance of a 13 year old. Other concepts are toned back to work for TV, with the ending especially taking liberties with the original source material.
The whole show is perfectly cast, Tom Hopper and Robert Sheehan have found their dream roles and relative new comer Aidan Gallagher makes his unbelievable character feel totally real.
There are a handful of incredible visuals including a handful of great action sequences and multiple dance sequences (the best of which coming in the first episode). Between these moments the camera work can be rather flat and basic but the elaborate set pieces tend to make up for this.
Similarly the dialogue can be a little hit or miss with some scenes featuring great character interactions and memorable quotes and other feeling ripped from a typical soap opera.
Honestly that’s what is so fascinating about this show, it makes the crazy and unique stuff look easy and tends to trip up on the basics.
Definitely check this one out if you feel like these stories have become stale in recent years, with brilliant performances, great visual effects and a story that feels fresh despite the X-Men similarities. I can’t wait to see where they go with season 2.
Such a great show! I was not expecting it to be nearly as good, but it totally consumed me until I finished it. I see some people saying that the show moved too slowly and was boring, but to me personally, it was the complete opposite. I found the show very enjoyable and I was interested in every minute of it. I also really loved that not everything was revealed right off the bat, although the plot was a little predictable it sure as hell is worth a watch. I hope we get a second season, I'm really looking forward to it!
I forgot to mention Number Five, he steals every god damn scene he is in, it's incredible.
A second edit, I hate myself for forgetting to add this the first time around, but the music... holy hell the music was PERFECT.
I enjoy a new spin on the sweet little mermaid, idea. This I love, more up to reality. Just keep them episodes coming!!
Now this is entertainment!! - If you love mystery, sci-fi, and non stop action, then this is the show for you. Parts remind me of Blade Runner and Total Recall. If you like this sort of thing then check you 'Expanse' also. I binged watched this, and can't want for a second season.
Awesome show.
My son favorite show