Agreegence. We're just two episodes in, and it's fun, but it's not going to be remembered as anything great.
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Agreegence. We're just two episodes in, and it's fun, but it's not going to be remembered as anything great.
For those that like military history, I just finished Luck of the Draw about a WW2 B17 navigator. he flew in the 100th, called the "Bloody hundredth". This a source material for the Hanks/Spielberg series, and the author is a character.
First, the author had brushes with other great WW2 movies. His B17 had a guest pilot for its Schweinfurt/Regensburg mission, the guy who would write 12 O'Clock High. The author's plane was shot down over Munster where he was captured and sent to Lift Stalag 3. That is where the Brits staged the Great Escape.
His book is well done, clearly written with passion. If the era interests you, I recommend it. One non-military item of interest, he said the POWs often spoke of their favorite foods. He suggests that being from Atlanta he had no idea what this food was the New Yorkers and Bostonians talked about, something called pizza pie.
First, the author had brushes with other great WW2 movies. His B17 had a guest pilot for its Schweinfurt/Regensburg mission, the guy who would write 12 O'Clock High. The author's plane was shot down over Munster where he was captured and sent to Lift Stalag 3. That is where the Brits staged the Great Escape.
His book is well done, clearly written with passion. If the era interests you, I recommend it. One non-military item of interest, he said the POWs often spoke of their favorite foods. He suggests that being from Atlanta he had no idea what this food was the New Yorkers and Bostonians talked about, something called pizza pie.
During both episodes, wife kept saying "That girl needs to brush her hair."
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I’m two episodes in and agree. I really like her character. They work hard to give her some relatable traits, like not wanting the Cinderella theme, taking off her shoes, etc. Oh and her hubby isn’t bad to look at either.
Yeah I think being a bit disheveled is part of her character but that was a bit much.
Some people have a face for radio, and some have dialogue for the screen.
Sounds pretty awesome. Have you ever tackled House of Leaves?
Talk about out there. It should 100% be given the HBO treatment.
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I have not.
This book was lying on a table just outside my normal aisle, regarding mystery and crime. So I picked it up along with another book of its genre, Terror. Gonna start and finish Terror first, then read the new Bosch book, then I can find House of Leaves.
BTW, Road of Bones was a slow reading 228 pages. I just didn't have the motivation to read it . . . . I guess shadow wolves and antlered people will do that . . . .
Yep. They got me.
And that's the last money I'll spend at B&N. Not only because of that . . . but the book had a 50% off sticker on it if you bought another book . . . "Buy one, get one 50% off" . . . and when I asked about it at the register I was told it applied only if the other book also had the 50% off sticker on it.
BTW, Lars' book is expensive . . . and that's on Amazon . . . .
Yes, I'm a cheap bastage . . . .
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It does seem stupidly tough to find. I suspect there's a ton of behind the scenes contracts, etc. preventing its printing by another publisher. But who knows.
But then again, I don't think anybody wants to print it. If you ever find a copy at a bookstore, flip through it. The book's design is part of the confusion (in a sense).
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Give it a go. You may like it. You may hate it. There are somewhere between 2-7 distinct stories going on at one time. Some intersect. Some dont.
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If you read and liked The Cloud Atlas, you'll probably enjoy it.
Edit: I mean how can not read this?
The movie was trash. Even with Tom Hanks and Halle Berry.
Great storytelling premise though.
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Finished Perry Mason season 2 tonight. Pretty solid. It was a two episode binge, and episode 7 is the one where you solve the mystery, and episode 8 is just cleanup. But the solve was a fun ride. They made it obvious what the answer was, and then maybe ten or fifteen minutes later, they made it explicit, which was a gimmick, so the viewer gets to feel smart for about fifteen minutes for figuring it out. But, of course, it was misdirection, and then when you figure out where the twist is going, they only give you a brief moment before they confirm it, so you don't get as much time to feel smart. Pretty standard cheesy mystery stuff.
That said, the season ended with a bang character-wise. The choice Mason makes to save the case is brilliant, and Della's arc shoots in an upward and yet very constraining direction. Overall, I would say it was a fitting follw-up to the first season, and I'm definitely looking forward to season 3.
That said, the season ended with a bang character-wise. The choice Mason makes to save the case is brilliant, and Della's arc shoots in an upward and yet very constraining direction. Overall, I would say it was a fitting follw-up to the first season, and I'm definitely looking forward to season 3.
Any play fans here? I’m in NYC celebrating my birthday. Seeing some of my many girls that live here and plays. I’ve got Funny Girl with Lea Michele. It’s not my favorite but she’s supposed to be a powerhouse in it. Also Parade with Ben Platt. Has anyone seen Six? Have time for one more. Going to the Met Friday. Any other suggestions for things to do during day? Weather isn’t great… should have come next week!
Six is terrific. Good choice with Parade. I saw Sweeney Todd last month and it's outstanding. Leopoldstadt by Tom Stoppard is excellent.
Has anyone seen The Diplomat on Netflix, it literally just started. This article calls it Netflix's attempt at The West Wing and stars Kerry Russell who did so well in The Americans.
Netflix has just released its own version of The West Wing
Spoilers: it is actually a very entertaining show.There is a lot of talk about the Netflix algorithm, and whether you...www.joe.ie
I hate those type of endings.
I like resolution. Leaving it open ended is one thing, but FFS...
The Diplomat's second season may be available to stream sooner than you think. According to Marie Claire, The Diplomat was originally announced in January 2022. Netflix released the series 15 months later, so if production runs smoothly, Season Two could be ready by next summer.
Let’s Welcome Vice President Allison Janney to “The Diplomat” Season 2
The new season is coming sooner than you think.
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So should I watch this show or not? I'm leaving it up to you and Marv.I like resolution. Leaving it open ended is one thing, but FFS...
The Diplomat's second season may be available to stream sooner than you think. According to Marie Claire, The Diplomat was originally announced in January 2022. Netflix released the series 15 months later, so if production runs smoothly, Season Two could be ready by next summer.
Let’s Welcome Vice President Allison Janney to “The Diplomat” Season 2
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And I’m waiting on you. Let’s tighten up the communication channels.
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No. I’m at terminal mass with content. Disc golf season is in full swing just as the EPL is ending. Still got champs league. F1 just underway (but already decided). NBA playoffs. Wife and I have to slog through the last season of WW.
And in summer I’ll be outside. No temptations. And I’m trying to read more Brad. I already rewatched Chernobyl for the third time last month.
It’s too much. Too much.
I'm pissed about the cliffhanger ending, so I'm probably not the right guy to ask. It's a good show, but still...
The smart move would be to wait until Season 2 is released, then start with Season 1. Of course, there's no telling what they'll do with the end of Season 2.
It is good, not great. But I think the room is there for season 2 to be very good.
I was waiting on Brad who was waiting on mark and Marv. But I could just wait on you which is probably better all around.Has anyone started this show on HBO Max?
