I now have 4 profiles on Netflix, comedy, Sc-fi, drama and documentary. I have now maxed out on everything so all Netflix ever appears to offer me is stuff I have already seen, or started to watch and don't want to finish! F***ing useless interface! They need a 'F**k off I'm not interested! option. :f you: :f you: :f you:
Agreed! :lol:
If there's one thing I hate with a passion is software that thinks it's smarter than I am. I sometimes wish the writers of the algorithms used by Netflix and Facebook and the like would all just go and eff off!
Quote from: Bluenose on October 03, 2018, 02:14:36 AM
If there's one thing I hate with a passion is software that thinks it's smarter than I am. I sometimes wish the writers of the algorithms used by Netflix and Facebook and the like would all just go and eff off!
And they probably think they have done such a wonderful job!
Just watched a very good documentary called Apache Warrior. Highly recommended if you are in any way interested in real military experiences.
The most fun I have on Netflix is changing the name and profile picture to inappropriate things on my brother's account
Quote from: Buddy on December 28, 2019, 04:57:19 PM
The most fun I have on Netflix is changing the name and profile picture to inappropriate things on my brother's account
:rofl:
Quote from: Buddy on December 28, 2019, 04:57:19 PM
The most fun I have on Netflix is changing the name and profile picture to inappropriate things on my brother's account
change his default ringtone to obscene rants and then call him at awkward moments.
Quote from: Buddy on December 28, 2019, 04:57:19 PM
The most fun I have on Netflix is changing the name and profile picture to inappropriate things on my brother's account
Heh.
... :chin:
No, I shouldn't do that to my brother. :devil:
Has anyone else here watched "Messiah" on Netflix? I finished the first season about a couple weeks ago, and I really, really enjoyed it.
The cinematography is excellent, as is the acting and I loved how it takes place in different spots all over globe. I especially like Michelle Monaghan as the CIA officer. (The dude playing Isa is really good as well)
I put a trailer below for those who are interested. Here's the Premise I copied from Wikipedia:
The series focuses on the modern world's reaction to a man who first appears in the Middle East, whose followers claim him to be the eschatological return of 'Isa (Jesus). His sudden appearance and apparent miracles spark a growing international following, casting doubts around who he really is, a case investigated by a CIA officer.I wanted it to last as only the first season has been released so I forced myself to only watch one episode at a time, but I wanted to binge watch this...of course there has been an outcry of displeasure over it from multiple religious groups, and I daresay I was probably drawn to it more because of my atheism, and maybe a little from my catholic upbringing.
Reviews have been mixed, but I found it fascinating!
The Netflix knows what's best for you.
The Netflix has taken care of everything.
You needn't wonder, how or why.
The Netflix has taken care of everything.
The Netflix knows what's best for you.
A S S I M I L A T E
Quote from: Papasito Bruno on February 26, 2020, 07:09:48 PM
Has anyone else here watched the "Messiah" on Netflix? I finished the first season about a couple weeks ago, and I really, really enjoyed it.
The cinematography is excellent, as is the acting and I loved how it takes place in different spots all over globe. I especially like Michelle Monaghan as the CIA officer. (The dude playing Isa is really good as well)
I put a trailer below for those who are interested. Here's the Premise I copied from Wikipedia:
The series focuses on the modern world's reaction to a man who first appears in the Middle East, whose followers claim him to be the eschatological return of 'Isa (Jesus). His sudden appearance and apparent miracles spark a growing international following, casting doubts around who he really is, a case investigated by a CIA officer.
I wanted it to last as only the first season has been released so I forced myself to only watch one episode at a time, but I wanted to binge watch this...of course there has been an outcry of displeasure over it from multiple religious groups, and I daresay I was probably drawn to it more because of my atheism, and maybe a little from my catholic upbringing.
Reviews have been mixed, but I found it fascinating!
How interesting...
I had never in my life done this...this..." binge-watching." Two weeks ago, I did for the 1st time in my life, and guess what I binge-watched? You guessed it, "Messiah."
I was probably drawn to it more because of my atheism, and maybe a little from just being curious, but more like when you see a car accident or something.
Watched it. Liked it. Can't wait for the next series!
A surprisingly good little Netflix series, Space Force.
It's a skit/satire on Trump's 'Space Force'. It's a lovely little gentle piece with the odd belly laugh and a bit of pathos too. Not what I expected at all. Highly recommended.
Hermes you'll need a box of tissues for episode 6.
Quote from: Tank on June 01, 2020, 09:38:44 AM
A surprisingly good little Netflix series, Space Force.
It's a skit/satire on Trump's 'Space Force'. It's a lovely little gentle piece with the odd belly laugh and a bit of pathos too. Not what I expected at all. Highly recommended.
Hermes you'll need a box of tissues for episode 6.
Thanks, you've piqued my curiosity; I will get hold of it.
Quote from: Tank on June 01, 2020, 09:38:44 AM
A surprisingly good little Netflix series, Space Force.
It's a skit/satire on Trump's 'Space Force'. It's a lovely little gentle piece with the odd belly laugh and a bit of pathos too. Not what I expected at all. Highly recommended.
Hermes you'll need a box of tissues for episode 6.
So far I've watched the first 6 episodes. You are right, number 6 was touching. The series isn't bad, and even Steve Carell, who usually irritates me no end, is good. Can you explain to me why his wife is in prison?
For me the highlight is John Malkovich, who is brilliant as always. Oh, and of course Chan is delectable.
Quote from: hermes2015 on June 02, 2020, 04:55:01 AM
Quote from: Tank on June 01, 2020, 09:38:44 AM
A surprisingly good little Netflix series, Space Force.
It's a skit/satire on Trump's 'Space Force'. It's a lovely little gentle piece with the odd belly laugh and a bit of pathos too. Not what I expected at all. Highly recommended.
Hermes you'll need a box of tissues for episode 6.
So far I've watched the first 6 episodes. You are right, number 6 was touching. The series isn't bad, and even Steve Carell, who usually irritates me no end, is good. Can you explain to me why his wife is in prison?
For me the highlight is John Malkovich, who is brilliant as always. Oh, and of course Chan is delectable.
Agreed on all points. I would not have watched it because of Steve Carell unless I had seen him interviewed about it on the Graham Norton show. And I like Captain Ali :)
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My former son-in-law had me on his account. He finally canceled it. I'm debating on whether I should start my own account again.
I have Hulu with Starz and Amazon Prime already. Hulu just disappointed me. There is a movie I want to watch but can't hear it. With the volume turned all the way up it's still barely audible.
I didn't watch Netflix much although I'd search for a movie on it from time to time but never found anything that grabbed me. It's the only reason why I haven't started a new account.
The Jeffrey Epstein documentary series was good. Will have to check out Messiah.
Quote from: Anne D. on June 04, 2020, 05:48:39 AM
The Jeffrey Epstein documentary series was good. Will have to check out Messiah.
Messiah is very good.
Just watched the ZZ Top documentary. Excellent.
I've finished watching The Witcher and have started Sherlock Holmes.
I've been watching Castlevania. It's very good.
I recently binged the first two series of The Umbrella Academy. Waiting now impatiently for the third series. Thoroughly recommend!
Quote from: Bluenose on September 07, 2020, 02:13:24 AM
I recently binged the first two series of The Umbrella Academy. Waiting now impatiently for the third series. Thoroughly recommend!
On my list! :grin:
Quote from: Bluenose on September 07, 2020, 02:13:24 AM
I recently binged the first two series of The Umbrella Academy. Waiting now impatiently for the third series. Thoroughly recommend!
I watched the first season of it last year. It's time for the second.
Oh, the first half of Lucifer's final season came out. That's a must watch for me!
Binged the first season of Away. (Gotta have something to do during lockdown :D )
Enjoyed it apart from a few technical issues, but then I'm one of those who like to point out all the errors in military, historical and science based movies and series. LOL
Just finished 'The Queens Gambit'. Very good story, very absorbing, highly recommended.
Quote from: Tank on December 28, 2020, 08:06:26 PM
Just finished 'The Queens Gambit'. Very good story, very absorbing, highly recommended.
Yes, a very good series, well written, well acted and well cast. Complete enjoyment!
If you're looking for the television version of a vanilla slice then I recommend Bridgerton. It's set in Georgian period and it is in the style of Jane Austin. Totally light, totally fluffy almost satire of the genera. If you want to take your brain out for a few hours it's great.
It has some interesting casting.
Friend wife watched Bridgerton and was pleased with it. I carefully avoided it . I figured it was a chick flick of the stuffy sort.
She is now deep into the series; Reign. She says that it is a bit bloody.
Netflix comes across as a braincandy platform with no black comedy. The "comedians" on it recycle politically correct jokes by making seemingly newer ones through clever manipulation of words that are really just old.
"The Witcher" series on Netflix is a Hollywoodized joke considering its franchise progenitor, Andrzej Sapkowski, was much more imaginary and descriptive in the books. Characters were less wooden in the "Witcher" books, too.
I find only a very few shows on Netflix's platform to be worthwhile. Otherwise, it is a joke. It's why there are people pirating films and shows that get taken off its streaming service. Because they are tired of dealing with temporary access to specific movies or series.
Let me tell you why I am not a big Netflixer. Because I don't like big brother using his flawed algorithm to act like he knows me by suggesting shows or movies. It ruins my immersion as a consumer.
Quote from: TheFightSong on February 08, 2022, 03:32:11 PM
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Let me tell you why I am not a big Netflixer. Because I don't like big brother using his flawed algorithm to act like he knows me by suggesting shows or movies. It ruins my immersion as a consumer.
I have created multiple genera users eg Sci Fi, Comedy, War, Anima etc. That way I can control the Netflix algorithm to suit myself.
Quote from: TheFightSong on February 08, 2022, 03:32:11 PM
Netflix comes across as a braincandy platform with no black comedy. The "comedians" on it recycle politically correct jokes by making seemingly newer ones through clever manipulation of words that are really just old.
"The Witcher" series on Netflix is a Hollywoodized joke considering its franchise progenitor, Andrzej Sapkowski, was much more imaginary and descriptive in the books. Characters were less wooden in the "Witcher" books, too.
I find only a very few shows on Netflix's platform to be worthwhile. Otherwise, it is a joke. It's why there are people pirating films and shows that get taken off its streaming service. Because they are tired of dealing with temporary access to specific movies or series.
Let me tell you why I am not a big Netflixer. Because I don't like big brother using his flawed algorithm to act like he knows me by suggesting shows or movies. It ruins my immersion as a consumer.
Orwell does his thing with 1984, he creates his very scary concept of Big Brother.
They are doing things with language in his dystopia, denying you the words to form the thoughts to rebel.
The next person thinks the present day WWEYA (We Will Enslave You All) Cabal will be happy that "Big Brother" gets applied to stupid reality TV shows and the marketing techniques of entertainment providers.
This isn't the next person thread.
Oh ye, right.
The Lost Daughter was a total downer but well done. I love Olivia Colman. The film is based on a book, and it felt like there were things that must've been in the book that they couldn't pack into the movie. Some story lines felt a little underdeveloped, but it was still a good watch.
Copenhagen Cowboy was great. Not sure I completely understood it, but the cinematography was gorgeous, and the characters were awesome. It had a fairy tale quality. I'll give most anything Nicolas Winding Refn does a go.