nudge Posted September 9, 2020 Posted September 9, 2020 Thought it deserves its own thread. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9170108/ Directed by Ridley Scott. I only watched two episodes so far, but can already say that it is by far the most original sci-fi in recent years if not decades. Brilliant cinematography, high production value, great music and acting, fascinating world building, both cerebral and rich on action, but most importantly, a very original plot with refereshingly new ideas and execution; something that I didn't really expect after watching the trailer so it is a nice surprise. In short, if you love good sci-fi, do yourself a favour and start watching it! @Bluewolf is it just me or do you also get the vibes of the old scifi stories in the old Heavy Metal? Moebius, Bilal, Jodorowsky, etc. I think it's the imagery and surreal storyline that reminds me of their works, or maybe the novelty factor that was similar.
Bluewolf Posted September 9, 2020 Posted September 9, 2020 37 minutes ago, nudge said: Thought it deserves its own thread. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9170108/ Directed by Ridley Scott. I only watched two episodes so far, but can already say that it is by far the most original sci-fi in recent years if not decades. Brilliant cinematography, high production value, great music and acting, fascinating world building, both cerebral and rich on action, but most importantly, a very original plot with refereshingly new ideas and execution; something that I didn't really expect after watching the trailer so it is a nice surprise. In short, if you love good sci-fi, do yourself a favour and start watching it! @Bluewolf is it just me or do you also get the vibes of the old scifi stories in the old Heavy Metal? Moebius, Bilal, Jodorowsky, etc. I think it's the imagery and surreal storyline that reminds me of their works, or maybe the novelty factor that was similar. The landscapes do... I get a Prometheus feel to it as well.. I have watched up to episode 3 now. Where are you up to??
nudge Posted September 9, 2020 Author Posted September 9, 2020 11 minutes ago, Bluewolf said: The landscapes do... I get a Prometheus feel to it as well.. I have watched up to episode 3 now. Where are you up to?? Finished Episode 2 tonight, will watch the next one tomorrow! 4 & 5 will be released on Thursday, so I want to catch up until then!
Bluewolf Posted September 9, 2020 Posted September 9, 2020 Yea, I was a bit annoyed they were not all out together...
nudge Posted September 9, 2020 Author Posted September 9, 2020 Just now, Bluewolf said: Yea, I was a bit annoyed they were not all out together... At this point, I actually like it, because otherwise you'd have already finished the whole season
Bluewolf Posted September 9, 2020 Posted September 9, 2020 1 minute ago, nudge said: At this point, I actually like it, because otherwise you'd have already finished the whole season Getting spoiled I am... Used to shows coming out a season at a time rather than weekly..
Subscriber Mel81x+ Posted September 9, 2020 Subscriber Posted September 9, 2020 I am going to start watching this today. I like the premise and yes @Bluewolf not only does it have a Prometheus kind of feel from the landscape but it also has design elements from the engineer's vehicles and even the costumes.
Administrator Batard Posted September 10, 2020 Administrator Posted September 10, 2020 I really really want to watch this
nudge Posted September 10, 2020 Author Posted September 10, 2020 59 minutes ago, Batard said: I really really want to watch this You really really should.
Administrator Batard Posted September 10, 2020 Administrator Posted September 10, 2020 7 minutes ago, nudge said: You really really should. I will even wear clothes
nudge Posted September 11, 2020 Author Posted September 11, 2020 This just gets weirder with every episode... Love it.
nudge Posted September 12, 2020 Author Posted September 12, 2020 Just finished Episode 5. Probably my most favourite episode so far.
Subscriber Viva la FCB+ Posted September 16, 2020 Subscriber Posted September 16, 2020 I actually just started watching the latest season of Vikings again because im bored. Though it hasnt been good for probably near two full seasons I was subjecting myself to that shite anyways. I may have found a reason to bail out. Thanks nudge!
nudge Posted September 16, 2020 Author Posted September 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, Viva la FCB said: I actually just started watching the latest season of Vikings again because im bored. Though it hasnt been good for probably near two full seasons I was subjecting myself to that shite anyways. I may have found a reason to bail out. Thanks nudge! Do it! Five episodes in, and I still maintain that it's one of the most original concepts in recent years. Absolutely not being able to tell what happens next in every episode, rich backstory which is being revealed piece by piece, and every twist or new discovery fits into the story naturally. Very refreshing, and the novelty factor fascinates me. Also the aesthetics are just mesmerising... See a lot of influences of the sci fi classics, like Metropolis (certain visuals), Dune and Battlestar Gallactica (certain story lines, especially the religious angle). It's polarising, weird, nuanced and very ambitious, and I don't remember any recent sci-fi work (whether a novel, movie, or a show) that felt as original as this.
Bluewolf Posted September 16, 2020 Posted September 16, 2020 1 hour ago, nudge said: Episodes 6 & 7 come out tomorrow. How are you doing this and not tagging me in??? I think we are due a bit of a fall out at this rate.. I am a busy man, I need tagging.. not in the criminal sense though
nudge Posted September 16, 2020 Author Posted September 16, 2020 1 minute ago, Bluewolf said: How are you doing this and not tagging me in??? I think we are due a bit of a fall out at this rate.. I am a busy man, I need tagging.. not in the criminal sense though I would have... once I watched it myself
nudge Posted September 17, 2020 Author Posted September 17, 2020 @Bluewolf the new episodes are out...
Bluewolf Posted September 17, 2020 Posted September 17, 2020 4 minutes ago, nudge said: @Bluewolf the new episodes are out...
nudge Posted September 17, 2020 Author Posted September 17, 2020 Just now, Bluewolf said: You're welcome... I haven't even watched them myself yet!!!
Bluewolf Posted September 17, 2020 Posted September 17, 2020 26 minutes ago, nudge said: You're welcome... I haven't even watched them myself yet!!! 1.2.3 GO!!!!!!!!
nudge Posted September 17, 2020 Author Posted September 17, 2020 Just now, Bluewolf said: 1.2.3 GO!!!!!!!! Can't. Must work
Bluewolf Posted September 17, 2020 Posted September 17, 2020 10 minutes ago, nudge said: Can't. Must work Although it saddens me that you have to work it also pleases me that unlike the rest of us you have found a way to drink during working hours...
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