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probably best tv series out there


it's the first time I watch a tv series where it feels the plot is well thought of ahead of the filming phase. definitely raises the bar as far as tv series go.

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Wouldn't go that far. It doesn't even come close to Dark.

The timelime is a mess, just as an example.

Bur IT IS very entertaining.

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Dark is good but you have to pay close attention to specific momments to understand whats going on, great writing and plot but I also got bored with the pacing which is a frustrating combination.

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For me pacing was perfect, allowing time to realize who the fuck is who and to take in and observe all the personal drama and the intricacy of the plot.

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Yeah, like I said it’s good, but it’s so serious . . .it’s nice to watch something with a good plot and lighthearted moments.

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It doesn't even come close to Dark.

Just remembered this comment - first read this just after finishing the second season of Umbrella Academy and watching the first few episodes of Dark.

After now finishing Dark I've got to say I'd definitely agree with that. It's men against boys stuff really.

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It's Good.

But I actually preferred 'The Boys.'

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The Boys is the best show right now. But i really like this one too.

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Yeah, very few things can rival The Boys.

Someone recommended Doom Patrol to me the other day, so I'll watch and see how that compares.


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First season of Doom patrol okeish ...

second season a boring fest.

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I agree, this show is excellent and it's different than most anything out there, it's fun, weird and so colorful. The plot has so many details and emotional integrity with good character development. All over the best that Netflix has put out in my opinion.

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Dark is the best netflix show ;)

But UA it's more entertaining ...

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Dark is just so HEAVY, it’s kind of like pitting the Dark Night Batman movies against Marvel, I prefer Marvel because I want to have a good time but some preferred Batman because it was serious and gripping. Two different personalities.

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Well, I would say that some makes you think (which i like) and some just give more mindless action/entertaining. Which i still like but less :D

That's why I would place The Boys over UA. (just an exaample)

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Jeez I was trying to be nice by calling something you like serious and gripping and you call what other people like mindless?

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Hey, i said i like mindless action as well. It's part of life.

Hardcore Henry is one of my favorites, eg :D
And i loved UA as well.

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But it’s not mindless action. It has an intricate plot and complex drama.

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Hmmmm, ok, if you say so :D (but compared to Dark .... )

Hardcore Henry IS mindless action, and i enjoyed every minute of it :)

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I agree completely.

😎

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It's one of the best current shows currently. But I have seen better.

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So nobody here ever watched The Prisoner? Banshee? The Sopranos?

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Maybe he meant, ‘….. at the moment’.

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You’ve never seen Counterpart.

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It’s very good - one of the better offerings at the moment.

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