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Post by thebosma on May 12, 2019 22:58:58 GMT -6
Not a fan of the series finale of Veep. Reminded me of the Parks and Rec finale, and I disliked that. I think the difference here is that the characters in Parks and Rec paraded as good people but were all shitty awful people. Veep has always made known every character is a terrible person. Made the endings for each of them a little bit less extreme feeling maybe? I do think my favorite gag these past couple episodes is being able to see a clearly not dead Andrew in a couple scenes, notably at the funeral at the end
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2019 23:25:15 GMT -6
i liked the finale. the series lately hasnt been as hysterical as the early stuff but it was still really good for the most part.
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Post by dij22 on May 12, 2019 23:28:32 GMT -6
Not a fan of the series finale of Veep. Reminded me of the Parks and Rec finale, and I disliked that. I think the difference here is that the characters in Parks and Rec paraded as good people but were all shitty awful people. wat
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Post by thebosma on May 12, 2019 23:35:17 GMT -6
I think the difference here is that the characters in Parks and Rec paraded as good people but were all shitty awful people. wat I haven’t watched it since it was on but if my memory serves me correctly the last season of parks and rec amplifies everyone’s negative traits to the point that they all become realistically unlikable people vs before when they’re unrealistic and ridiculous enough people that it’s easier to ignore their flaws. At the time it sorta ruined that whole show for me
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Post by dij22 on May 12, 2019 23:46:13 GMT -6
I haven’t watched it since it was on but if my memory serves me correctly the last season of parks and rec amplifies everyone’s negative traits to the point that they all become realistically unlikable people vs before when they’re unrealistic and ridiculous enough people that it’s easier to ignore their flaws. At the time it sorta ruined that whole show for me I think you might have just watched a Jeremy Jamm compilation video on YouTube
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Post by Kamera on May 13, 2019 6:08:00 GMT -6
I loved the callback to the pilot episode of Veep at the credits (no spoilers).
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Post by sthubbins on May 13, 2019 6:32:22 GMT -6
Last season of Catastrophe was kind of a letdown, especially in the middle. There were lots of moments where it felt like a completely different show. I’m also not sure what possessed them to give so much attention to Dave independent of his interactions with Sharon and Rob. Second to last episode was very good, finale felt kind of obligatory.
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Post by dij22 on May 13, 2019 7:24:06 GMT -6
I liked the finale of Veep. This last season probably wasn't good but it was still enjoyable.
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Post by rango420 on May 13, 2019 7:35:50 GMT -6
Yeah thought the finale of Veep was about as good as it could be. Don't think the parks and rec comparison is fair. Parks and Rec finale was emotionally manipulative garbage that treated the audience like babies while i think flashing forward to seeing Selina was a terrible one term president who was abandoned by everyone in her life but is remembered by the public generally fondly despite it all because of the power of the presidency was kind of a perfect way to give the character a happy ending on the terms the show created. The credit roll was perfect too. Also the three state solution
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Post by rango420 on May 13, 2019 7:40:12 GMT -6
didn't see Bosmas comment but i think i mightve just said the same thing
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Post by dij22 on May 13, 2019 7:45:34 GMT -6
The credit roll was perfect too. Also the three state solution I could not stop laughing at this.
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Post by Kamera on May 13, 2019 8:17:17 GMT -6
I just think writing the ending as an epilogue is lazy. That's just UA speaking.
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Post by rango420 on May 13, 2019 8:36:31 GMT -6
I just think writing the ending as an epilogue is lazy. That's just UA speaking. I understand this criticism better. I think it’s fair and can see it both ways. I think the episode ending with the moment of silence in the office would harken back to the tone of the ‘glory days’ of the show but might’ve also felt a little unearned.
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Post by Kamera on May 13, 2019 8:50:43 GMT -6
Having more of a "full circle" ending would've been more satisfying given the title of the episode. I thought the scene where Gary takes the fall for the Meyer Foundation scandal could've been more emotional but just felt rushed.
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Post by rango420 on May 13, 2019 9:00:56 GMT -6
I think it’s the difference with what is essentially a sitcom and a film narrative
JLd got her big solo goodbye after 6 seasons or whatever, than the entire ensemble gets theirs
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Post by Kamera on May 13, 2019 9:06:36 GMT -6
I don't disagree about having the rest of the cast get their goodbye but they didn't play to everyone's strengths. Season 5 is the definitive series finale, in my opinion. Season 6 and 7 are supplement material so to speak.
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Post by rango420 on May 13, 2019 9:08:28 GMT -6
I don’t disagree with rhat
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2019 6:16:23 GMT -6
Barry is killing it this season. Loving the hard cut finishes.
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Post by neader on May 14, 2019 16:48:11 GMT -6
Barry is killing it this season. Loving the hard cut finishes. Ugh literally said no no no! during those last 3 seconds.
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Post by jimmyrecard on May 15, 2019 5:54:46 GMT -6
Black Mirror Season 5 trailer is out...3 new episodes on June 5
Can't WAIT for the impending existential crisis.
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Post by thebosma on May 15, 2019 10:37:12 GMT -6
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Post by neader on May 15, 2019 18:42:21 GMT -6
Veep finale was good for a typical episode but for a finale i wanted more out of it. I blame the location.
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Post by rango420 on May 19, 2019 9:53:11 GMT -6
Only a bit over an hour into it but the Wu Tang documentary is incredible so far. The care that went into curating this footage is awesome
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Post by rango420 on May 19, 2019 16:44:57 GMT -6
Yalls fucking dumbass dragon show is delaying my billions a week and i am so mad
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Post by Kamera on May 20, 2019 14:13:17 GMT -6
Barry S2 Finale > GoT Series Finale
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Post by alady on May 20, 2019 14:56:03 GMT -6
Was that the finale?
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Post by sthubbins on May 20, 2019 18:48:32 GMT -6
Just watched the first ep of Fleabag. Terrific stuff.
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Post by Deleted on May 20, 2019 19:43:35 GMT -6
Barry continues to be my favorite show. Great finale and such a brutally awesome third act.
Onto the second episode of Chernobyl. pretty devastating stuff.
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Post by venom on May 21, 2019 6:15:21 GMT -6
Onto the second episode of Chernobyl. pretty devastating stuff. oh boy... just wait for the third episode.
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Post by zircona1 on May 21, 2019 7:16:48 GMT -6
Is this Chernobyl thing on Netflix or HBO or...? I looked it up and there seem to be several.
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