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Why a Little-known 2004 Medical Drama Is My Go-to Recommendation For 'Game of Thrones' Fans
Disclaimer: Spoilers for 'Bodies' do not appear. Some (clearly labelled) spoilers for 'Game of Thrones' do appear, but then if you're reading this (or are alive) you've probably seen it already . . .
By Matty Long5 years ago in Geeks
X-Files New Zealand Style
Throughout the nineties there was one show that stood alone. A beacon of oddities among a sea of bland sitcoms and reruns from the sixties.
By Nadia Cowperthwaite5 years ago in Geeks
TV Dates Are The Only Dates
All alone, it's a typical night for you, for me, for us both. I'm your host for tonight as my knowledge and choice selection for only the top tv series will amaze you! Being an introvert is in my blood. It definitely bleeds out as my advantage as social distancing didn't mean anything to me during the pandemic. I've been doing this. However, television and I had a pretty close relationship as always. Please tell me, what would you like to watch for our tv date? Oh I have a suggestion! If you're definitely into dramas, then we can watch Degrassi on Netflix or 13 Reasons Why. Wait, we'll save that for dessert. Let's talk about the appetizers for now, just to get us pumping and going all night long. DoorDash is on the queue, and so are we! Have you ever heard of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit? Woohoo! What a relief, because honestly who hasn't? We're going to their "cousin's house" tonight and we're going to tune in on a marvelous season of S.W.A.T! From Captain Benson kicking down a burglar's front door in "the city that never sleeps", to Sergeant Hondo and his squad stopping an armed robbery in the "sunset city" of Los Angeles. Are you ready for this thrill of a ride? Trick question, you're NEVER ready in life so you just have to jump into action! Jump into action……just like how Hondo and the LAPD S.W.A.T. team busts into banks saving the day and the money as well. Officer Tan's clever technical skills will shock you as Deacon's strong leadership ego will have you pumped and thrilled with a chilling sensation, blankets are available don't worry! Speaking of a chilling sensation, we could order ice cream on DoorDash and get 2 Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Sundaes to make this night way much better. Apologies, as it may be a little humid inside of my home. Looks like we might need some fresh air to cool us off as my air conditioning needs fixing. Fortunately, we don't actually need my AC for air as the Avatar and all his bending heroes will be directly in front of us! You've never heard of the Avatar, or "Aang" from the Avatar: The Last Airbender animated tv series? Think of a superhero movie such as Spiderman for instance or any one in general. If you love superheroes, then you'll be fascinated by the "arrow-headed" phenom with his variety of multi-talented friends to save the world from all harm. This show is insanely electrifying….which brings me to AZULA! Honestly, she is my favorite character on the show as her attributes are hard to miss. If I could personally change the ending of the hit animation series, Azula would be the firelord of the fire nation. However, my wishes cannot override anything even if the show weren't already over. Oh yeah, her brother Prince Zuko received a major promotion to firelord Zuko as the Avatar went on to live up to his hype. Beautiful scenery, adaptive unique music, outstanding characters, and crisp images created an extraordinary tv series. The ending, could personally not have been any better as everyone one on Planet Earth was waiting for the scene where Aang and Katara kissed. Hearts stopped, eyes went on, and sadly that was it for all viewers. So, is my painting for you colorful enough to imagine the excitement that will happen on my couch? Please, just text me when you're coming over as texting is my only preferred way of communicating. We are going to navigate our way through so many tv shows, that it will look like our thumbs are doing salsa as they dance across the remote! I have some chips with salsa too for us as our tv date awaits. Please, don't be late!
By MC5 years ago in Geeks
Netflix's The One - TV Show Review [SPOILERS]
Imagine being able to find your “one true love” as easily as using a dating app like Tinder, for example. Rebecca and her science partner James discover a way to use genetics to find the perfect match. When Rebecca realizes just how this discovery can change everything, she decides to betray her best friend. However, she appears to be unaware of the chain reaction of destruction she has put into play. Whether or not Rebecca was completely unaware is hard to tell. Once you get to know what she is like as a person, for me, she became the prettiest ugly person I’d ever seen in a TV show. And reminds me of the saying, “beauty is only skin deep”.
By Julie Gray - Now Showing NZ5 years ago in Geeks
If you love The Last Airbender (the live-action movie), then have I got a show for you!
Welcome, reader. May I offer you a cup of tea and a riveting tale? I was wandering through the IMDb reviews of M. Night Shyamalan’s live-action movie adaptation of The Last Airbender, when I happened across a most interesting sight: it seems that there are multiple people who, at the time of reviewing, had not yet watched Avatar: The Last Airbender—the animated Nickelodeon masterpiece. Yet, they had watched, and had thoroughly enjoyed, the live-action movie:
By Burgandi Rakoska5 years ago in Geeks
If Deciding, Then ask the Doggo
The thing about being a dog, is that I’ve probably seen a lot more television than you. Whilst your screen time might include the select cuts of your own favourite shows, as the four-legged Head of Security in my family I am in the unique position of being present at almost every moment when the TV is on.
By David Calvert5 years ago in Geeks
Detective and Crime Dramas
I have a bad habit of sticking to old shows and movies. I'm not sure why, but when it comes to trying something new, I am wary. Yes, I am finicky, and I have come to terms with the fact that I will suffer the consequences of missing out. Thankfully, I have a husband who pushes me to give things a chance every so often. I've always loved a good mystery, but am a stickler for sticking close to canon when it comes to shows or movies about fictional detectives that I love. I've read every Sherlock Holmes story and novella by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, including the notated versions. I've seen most television and movie renditions of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, Jeremy Brett's portrayal being my personal favorite, and my husband calls me a Sherlock Holmes snob. When I saw the newest show with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman, I was skeptical. I ended up loving the series, however, and how they adjusted the stories to fit a modern setting. Another detective I am particular about when seeing him on screen is Hercule Poirot. Agatha Christie is another of my favorite authors and I enjoyed watching David Suchet play the detective. I say all of this about these two authors and their now famous detectives, because so many other mystery and crime shows have been influenced by them. A few of them are wonderful, and others have been either too predictable or simply boring with unoriginal characters. Having filtered through these other shows and movies looking for more to satiate my appetite for a good mystery, I have a few I could recommend, each with their own tone and characters you'll fall in love with.
By Rebecca James5 years ago in Geeks
Wayne, John Hughes Meets John Wick
Realistically, Wayne can be compared to a myriad of other shows/movies because it has a lot of different elements to it. Freaks and Geeks, True Romance, The End of the F***ing World, The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit, Baby Driver, Road Trip, any many more. However, my favorite comparison has been “John Wick meets John Hughes.” It seems to sum it up perfectly. Wayne, a young Dirty Harry, who is literally unable to stand for what he deems as injustice is quick to put himself in harm's way to make things right.
By Nick Teodosio5 years ago in Geeks
You: When Love Kills
If you’re a fan of "Dexter," then you can’t miss out on "You." This psychological thriller stars Penn Badgley as a charming bookshop manager Joe Goldberg, a man who has a warped way of showing his affection for women. Once Joe has his sights set on a gal, he does everything in his power to get her for himself and only himself. In Season one, Joe meets Beck, an aspiring writer and graduate student down on her luck as she struggles with the New York dating scene and blending in with her inner circle of materialistic socialites. After meeting Beck at work, Joe sets out to win her heart at all costs—that is—the cost of all those around her. From stalking her on social media, instigating against her friends, and in the style of predators like himself—murder—
By Andrew Dominguez5 years ago in Geeks
History & Heroism at its finest w/ "The Last Kingdom"
What's the one thing that irritates you the most when you embark on a new series? Of the many that exist, perhaps what are the top three? A lack of consistency, irritating characters you can't seem to get rid of (think Geoffrey or Little Finger from Game of Thrones), and a protagonist that doesn’t earn your full support or vibe with, just about does it for me! But on those notes I’ve been in luck, as Netflix’s The Last Kingdom holds no traces of the aforementioned grievances whatsoever! With only four seasons – the most recent having just arrived earlier this year – The Last Kingdom is not only consistent beginning to “end”, but it also boasts a protagonist that knows how to use his head as well as he wields his sword, isn’t prejudiced, and he’s a funny guy. Lastly, this series is a true rarity that rewards your patience – especially for characters that begin to test yours. Talk about a dream series!
By Saira5 years ago in Geeks
The Perfect Formula
If This, Then That...... I get signs from the universe when I pick my favorite binge-worthy show from the action - packed scenes of Blacklist to the dark thrillers of Supernatural; these are all shows that I have watched since I was young. I am older now and I still love them! My recomendation for " The Perfect Formula" is a little bit of magic, action, realism, a sprinkle of open-mindedness, inspiration and a dash of subtle influence from your surrounding environments and Viola you have the perfect recipe for an amzing binge worthy T.V. experience.
By Jazmine Gott5 years ago in Geeks
SuperHero Vs. SuperHuman
If you’re a die-hard, nail-biting, sweat-through-your-clothes-while-you-watch-the-movies kind of Marvel Universe fan like me, you’ve probably seen the entire Marvel movie collection, and you’ve probably also read (like me):
By Melynda Kloc5 years ago in Geeks