What are you watching right now?

[Still Servant]

I know it's the radio talk show host's job to hype up a show to drive dvd and blu ray sales and raise further awareness and so forth; this morning I listened in as Billy Bob Thornton took part of the broadcast. The two talk show hosts were just raving about his performance in Fargo, and they both went so far as to say that his role in that is "one of the best characters in the history of television".

Is the show / his performance really that good?

@James
@Anyone else who has watched Fargo

Fargo is indeed great. BBT is also fantastic. I wouldn't go as far as to see it's one of the best characters in TV history though. The show is worth a watch though. I actually thought the last few episodes kind of dipped a little for me.

[pathoftheturtle]

As someone who grew up in the '90s... [video]

The more people say that about "Saved By the Bell," the better I feel about having grown up before the 90s.

[alkanto]

I know it's the radio talk show host's job to hype up a show to drive dvd and blu ray sales and raise further awareness and so forth; this morning I listened in as Billy Bob Thornton took part of the broadcast. The two talk show hosts were just raving about his performance in Fargo, and they both went so far as to say that his role in that is "one of the best characters in the history of television".

Is the show / his performance really that good?

@James
@Anyone else who has watched Fargo

Fargo is indeed great. BBT is also fantastic. I wouldn't go as far as to see it's one of the best characters in TV history though. The show is worth a watch though. I actually thought the last few episodes kind of dipped a little for me.

I really liked Colin Hanks in this. Probably better than Billy Bob Thorton

[fernandito]

Sold!

I'll start it as soon as I wrap up Six Feet Under s3, just need to finish the final disc.

[fearless-freak]

The Untouchables

[Girlystevedave]

I'm really enjoying Face Off. I would kill to be a model on that show. that sort of makeup kicks ass and I love looking like ... basically, not me

I really enjoy Face Off when I catch it on tv.

[fearless-freak]

Deadwood season 3

[DoctorDodge]

WRN: Quadrophenia. True British classic.

[Tommy]

MST3K episode - Monster A-Go Go

[Shannon]

Did anyone watch the first episode of the slap? Excellent.

Annnnnd I just started parenthood, absolutely wonderful show.

[fearless-freak]

Tsui Hark's Vampire Hunters

[mae]

Did anyone watch the first episode of the slap? Excellent.

Annnnnd I just started parenthood, absolutely wonderful show.

Parenthood is an amazing series that doesn't get nearly enough respect. The acting in that is tremendous.

[allasorte]

Deadwood season 3

Deadwood. Best written TV show I have ever seen.

spoiler

Cocksucka!

[allasorte]

I actually started and eventually finished "Modern Family" and really enjoyed it as each character brings something funny to the table.
If anyone is into dark and horror type TV shows then you should look into "True Detective" and "Penny Dreadful." Two new shows better then advertised.

[fearless-freak]

Babylon 5: In The Beginning

[fernandito]

Started watching Fargo. So far so good. I'm amazed at how well they were able to replicate the atmosphere of its film counterpart while simultaneously maintaining a fresh approach.

Billy Bob Thorton and Martin Freeman are both exceptional.

Also, are the events really based on a true story, or are the creators just being cute?

[fearless-freak]

Babylon 5: The Gathering

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fargo_%..._true_story.22

[allasorte]

Babylon 5: The Gathering

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fargo_%..._true_story.22

I thought it was illegal to claim, "based on a true story," when it isn't? I knew Fargo wasn't and I'm tired of shows and movies attempting to promote on false pretenses. If it's a good show, people will watch it regardless. Why lie?

[fearless-freak]

Babylon 5: Signs and Portents season 1

[mae]

The SNL 40th Anniversary Special. How epic was that shit!

[DoctorDodge]

Started watching Fargo. So far so good. I'm amazed at how well they were able to replicate the atmosphere of its film counterpart while simultaneously maintaining a fresh approach.

Billy Bob Thorton and Martin Freeman are both exceptional.

Also, are the events really based on a true story, or are the creators just being cute?

The creators, like the Coen Brothers, just being cute, in this case.

And I'm glad you're enjoying it. Completely agreed that what really amazed me about it was how much it got the film's atmosphere spot-on. It's something that I wish a lot of TV adaptations and remakes did more often - focusing more on the core elements of what made the original source material so great rather than trying to copy the exact same story.

WRN: What If? Definitely one of the better rom-coms I've seen in recent years.

[fearless-freak]

Babylon 5: The Coming Of Shadows season 2

[allasorte]

I loved Fargo the show. Everyone was great in it. I am disappointed "The Bridge" was cancelled. Not many good shows on in the spring. It's not great, but not bad at all.

[WeDealInLead]

I was pretty sure there was a thread about The 100 but I can't find it anywhere. Anyways. The second season just ended. This show is bleak, violent and gruesome. It's for younger audiences but it goes places The Hunger Games (just an example) doesn't dare. The producers don't pull any punches and don't hide the blood, torture and I found myself cringing a few times. My only complaint is that the dialogue is a little corny occasionally. Other than that, if you've liked the YA movies like Insurgent, The Hunger Games, The Maze Runner etc. but with characters who actually get their hands dirty and make tough choices, I highly suggest this. Season two ends with what is basically a war crime by today's standards.

I watched 12 Monkeys last night to refresh my memory before I binge watch the TV show this Friday night (I'm working a night shift). I'm expecting great things. I also have Fargo and then starting the show. A local video place has unlimited rentals for $10 a month. I'm not sure what their profit margin is on that but hey, no complaints.

[fernandito]

I read an article recently on how The 100 is one of last year's best new shoes. I hope to start it soon.

I just finished Fargo a few days ago, excellent show. The only thing I didn't like was

Spoiler:

the anticlimactic ending. I wanted Lester to receive a comeuppance proportionate to his many crimes.