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There is a Canadian Crime Drama called Cardinal starting on BBC4 on Saturday. Fiona, would you know if this is any good?
RosieBear
01-06-2017, 18:17
Watching the Jimmy McGovern drama, Broken. Very well written and acted, as you'd expect, but incredibly gritty and heavy.... actually found it emotionally draining to watch.
supergran
02-06-2017, 07:46
House of Cards is back on Netflix. Love this series.
Watching the Jimmy McGovern drama, Broken. Very well written and acted, as you'd expect, but incredibly gritty and heavy.... actually found it emotionally draining to watch. I've recorded it. I've always rated Jimmy McGovern's stuff. No idea when I'll have time to watch though with all the tennis now and over the coming weeks!
supergran
08-06-2017, 19:52
Watching the Jimmy McGovern drama, Broken. Very well written and acted, as you'd expect, but incredibly gritty and heavy.... actually found it emotionally draining to watch.
Watched first episode on Catch-Up, now hooked. Agree, gritty and draining. Such sad people living difficult lives facing so many heartbreaking problems. The First Communion scenes reminded me of my childhood. Today it is rather like a competition with the girl's dresses and some of them look like brides. Love JMc dramas.
Poldark tonight!! :thumbup:
Eek!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Mlhnt0jMlg
I have watched so many fiction dramas lately and they have all been so harrowing - mirroring real life right now?
Speedy Hawk
01-07-2017, 10:39
I watching Doctor Who. Tonight final episode this series!
Sue Barker presented a lovely programme about Wimbledon on BBC 1 this evening. It had me in tears several times - especially the bits featuring Andy!
Lovely programme, a trip down memory lane! Felt Fed was somewhat overdressed but then he often is; remember his blazer outfit (ugh) and his lounging at home with some trophy (double ugh).
traveller7
03-07-2017, 12:28
I watched that too. I remember Sampras' mum and dad going to his final match for the first time. He got quite emotional didnt he talking about that? Loved the Andy bit obviously!
banskogirl
03-07-2017, 22:05
What was this called? I missed it and saw part of it earlier, during the rain delay I think and would like to look it up on catch up :)
and Speedy what did you think of Doctor Who? :)
exislander
03-07-2017, 22:26
It was called "Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon" and brought back lots of memories!
Speedy Hawk
03-07-2017, 22:57
What was this called? I missed it and saw part of it earlier, during the rain delay I think and would like to look it up on catch up :)
and Speedy what did you think of Doctor Who? :)
Doctor Who was good. Very sad about companion been turn into Cyperman and Doctor can't save her. I thought he going regenerate but seem not yet. Must be Christmas special I think.
banskogirl
04-07-2017, 15:11
Doctor Who was good. Very sad about companion been turn into Cyperman and Doctor can't save her. I thought he going regenerate but seem not yet. Must be Christmas special I think.
Yeah I always hate the Christmas wait! Yes I am always annoyed when the Doctor doesn't save someone and I don't like how they keep doing this! Did it ever happen in the olden days?! The first one I think it happened with was David Tennant and Madame Pompadour? It's just not right.......
sir coolerking
05-07-2017, 09:05
Watched first episode on Catch-Up, now hooked. Agree, gritty and draining. Such sad people living difficult lives facing so many heartbreaking problems. The First Communion scenes reminded me of my childhood. Today it is rather like a competition with the girl's dresses and some of them look like brides. Love JMc dramas.
Just watched Episode 5 of Broken, just an absolute masterclass of an hour's drama. Thought provoking but with some wonderfully dark moments of humour.
Speedy Hawk
05-07-2017, 15:46
Yeah I always hate the Christmas wait! Yes I am always annoyed when the Doctor doesn't save someone and I don't like how they keep doing this! Did it ever happen in the olden days?! The first one I think it happened with was David Tennant and Madame Pompadour? It's just not right.......
Chris my first doctor (9th) and I don't think too many die and my favourite David Tennant (10th) probably same. Matt Smith (11th) most kids friendly doctor who so far and most people are fine.
This doctor different. Not sure how but he not like other 3 with saving people thing.
Does anybody know if the Handmaid's Tale is any good? Just trying to work out what to catch up on TV.
Looking forward to the new BBC4 Spanish drama on Saturday - "I know who you are", and Dicte Crime Reporter which has started again on More4.
Just caught up on the loch and shots fired, both good :) zoo is back now too which KevD will be happy about
Game of Thrones is starting Monday too :)
Speedy Hawk
16-07-2017, 10:44
BBC been show trailer after Women singles final for 13th Doctor and say will reveal who 13th Doctor after mens singles final today.
Does anybody know if the Handmaid's Tale is any good? Just trying to work out what to catch up on TV.
Looking forward to the new BBC4 Spanish drama on Saturday - "I know who you are", and Dicte Crime Reporter which has started again on More4.
I'be been really enjoying the Handmaid's Tale, the lead actress (Elizabeth Moss) is magnificent. If you've read the book, there are some differences but it's very well done. It's hard to say it's enjoyable because it is such a bleak story and lots of very difficult to watch scenes, but definitely worth it.
Westworld will be returning for a second season, the filming will begin in October. Series two will be 10 episodes. There isn't any word yet on any casting changes but they are exepecting to wrap in April and get it on to our screens in 2018. My guess would be for the autumn schedule.
Jodie Whittaker is the new Dr Who. Never heard of her.
Speedy Hawk
16-07-2017, 15:34
Women Doctor. Never hear of her either and never seen her far I know. Hope she be good Doctor.
exislander
16-07-2017, 15:56
She was in Broadchurch among other things.
Never heard of her husband, Christian Contreras, either.
angiebabez
16-07-2017, 16:23
Never heard of her husband, Christian Contreras, either.
You lead a sheltered life....
Well done the BBPC. :rolleyes:
Speedy Hawk
16-07-2017, 16:44
Never heard of her husband, Christian Contreras, either.
Same here.
I don't know most famous people cos I not interested. I more in tennis players famous people and few my favourite actor like David Tennant, Bruce Wills, Harrison Ford. Will Smith I know and like him but not my favourite. That probably it. LOL.
That was just marvellous. Nothing on TV compares to it. #GoT
I've enjoyed both The Loch and Fearless, now finished.
I haven't reached the end of either yet. I was watching the loch with krvD bug 3 episodes in he said it was too slow and not for him. We are both enjoying shots fired though. Looking forward to the next installment.
sir coolerking
19-07-2017, 09:10
If you like Elizabeth Moss then the second series of Top Of The Lake starts soon on the BBC (first series was brilliant).
Game of Thrones first episode ruined for me by that Sheeran scene, what was that all about? Cheesy cameos is not what G of T is about.
I finished The Loch but it turned into a complete joke of a series - typical ITV Drama really. It was hard to take anything seriously by the end, you could drive a bus through half the gaping plot holes.
The end of the loch annoyed me. Disspointed I wasted time watching it. Also forgot to record the handmaids tale so only have it from episode 4 :( started the second series of the colony yesterday. Looks like it could be good.
The Top of the Lake first series is currently being repeated on BBC2 on Fridays and is available on iplayer. Not sure if I watched it before.
Enjoyed "In the Dark" last night.
Enjoyed "In the Dark" last night.
I saw the first episode of that. Didn't realise another had been on. I'll have to check iPlayer.
I saw the first episode of that. Didn't realise another had been on. I'll have to check iPlayer.
Last night was the second part of the first story. Next week is the start of a new investigation.
Just discovered that Outlander is now showing on free channels - More4. Just started on catchup and enjoying so far.
Also really enjoying Dicte - Danish series on More4
Just discovered that Outlander is now showing on free channels - More4. Just started on catchup and enjoying so far.
Also really enjoying Dicte - Danish series on More4
Also discovered this. Started watching but they are long episodes so I'm half way through the first one. Reserving judgement so far.
The first series of Elementary finished, last Monday, on the Pick channel. I found it much more better than the BBC's Sherlock and I hope Pick show the second series.
Also discovered this. Started watching but they are long episodes so I'm half way through the first one. Reserving judgement so far.
It is nearly 20 minutes shorter when downloading from catchup than recording live because of less adverts.
It is nearly 20 minutes shorter when downloading from catchup than recording live because of less adverts.
I find it easier to record than download as it's not as easy to fast forward through adverts - I haven't got sky any more so I use chromecast.
supergran
26-07-2017, 17:26
Just finished "binge" watching Suits. Love that series. Now have to wait until Thursdays for new episodes.
I find it easier to record than download as it's not as easy to fast forward through adverts - I haven't got sky any more so I use chromecast.
Unless I'm mistaken, I didn't think downloads had adverts?
Unless I'm mistaken, I didn't think downloads had adverts?
Well when I watch All 4 or ITV hub they definitely have adverts. I used to download to sky box and you're right there were no adverts but I don't have sky any more .... will probably join again at some point. They keep offering me to come back for half price for a year but won't include a skyQ box which previous offers for new customers have included. I'm holding out ....
themass15
28-07-2017, 11:56
Enjoyed the new BBC2 drama Top of the Lake last night.
Has anyone been watching the Spanish crime thriller "I Know Who You Are", BBC4, Sat nights? A whodunit about a murder suspect who has amnesia....or has he?....And is it even murder? But there is much more to it than just that.I caught up with Episodes 1 & 2 last night and am looking forward to catching up with 2 further episodes this evening! I seriously want to know what is going on!
themass15
28-07-2017, 14:14
My partner is thoroughly enjoying that drama.
I've recorded them Pat, and I will watch them on mass. I am enjoying Dicte, the Danish series on More4 and catching up on Follow the Money part 2.
jackie55
28-07-2017, 17:27
I've recorded them Pat, and I will watch them on mass. I am enjoying Dicte, the Danish series on More4 and catching up on Follow the Money part 2.
Me too, will wait till all recorded then watch the series. Do know about Follow the Money where is that being shown ?
Me too, will wait till all recorded then watch the series. Do know about Follow the Money where is that being shown ?
I am watching the second series that was on BBC2 a while ago - recorded it on Sky.
I've recorded them Pat, and I will watch them on mass. I am enjoying Dicte, the Danish series on More4 and catching up on Follow the Money part 2.
After watching the first 2 episodes last night, I was SO tempted to watch more but it was getting very late so I really had to be very strict with myself and reluctantly turn TV off! Have seen first series of Dicte. I enjoyed it too. I'm sure I have seen "Follow the Money" series 2. Is that about banking with a brother and sister running a bank? I watched it on BBC 4. I really enjoyed it too.
jackie55
28-07-2017, 21:41
I have looked on BBC iPlayer to see if l can find 'Follow the Money' it isn't there, do you know which channel is showing this drama ?
I have looked on BBC iPlayer to see if l can find 'Follow the Money' it isn't there, do you know which channel is showing this drama ?
It's not available any longer on the iPlayer Jackie. As far as I know it is not currently being aired on TV. If you Google ways to watch 'Follow the Money' you might find some ideas there?
What a great episode of GoT, things starting to come together!
What a great episode of GoT, things starting to come together!
My electricity went off in the night half way through recording it :( Will have to download or wait until 9.00 pm.
RosieBear
03-08-2017, 11:02
It's been confirmed that there will be two more series of Line of Duty :yahoo:
Ep. 2 of Top of the Lake: China Girl is on tonight. The Times gave the first episode 5 stars. I was quite surprised because it's very rare for TT to give anything 5 stars, and I wasn't blown away - to be honest think I preferred the preceding programme, '10 Puppies and Us' (although wanted to throttle Lola's daffy owner).
It's been confirmed that there will be two more series of Line of Duty :yahoo:
Ep. 2 of Top of the Lake: China Girl is on tonight. The Times gave the first episode 5 stars. I was quite surprised because it's very rare for TT to give anything 5 stars, and I wasn't blown away - to be honest think I preferred the preceding programme, '10 Puppies and Us' (although wanted to throttle Lola's daffy owner).
Haha! Great minds think alike. Steve and I said exactly the same about Lola's owner. Loved the programme though. The couple with the rescue dog were great. Really made me laugh when he was trying to secure the garden .... been there, done that! Also when they moved the crate into the bedroom at night .... been there too. That dog will never sleep anywhere else now! Ours upgraded to our bed once the crate went, and that is where they have stayed!
themass15
03-08-2017, 14:01
Think Top of the Lake will build as the series progresses.
Haha! Great minds think alike. Steve and I said exactly the same about Lola's owner. Loved the programme though. The couple with the rescue dog were great. Really made me laugh when he was trying to secure the garden .... been there, done that! Also when they moved the crate into the bedroom at night .... been there too. That dog will never sleep anywhere else now! Ours upgraded to our bed once the crate went, and that is where they have stayed!
I have no illusions that if Buzz the cat hadn't said she would leave home if that (swear word) dog came up stairs then Millie the Mongrel would be taking up most of my bed.......!!!
It's been confirmed that there will be two more series of Line of Duty :yahoo:
Ep. 2 of Top of the Lake: China Girl is on tonight. The Times gave the first episode 5 stars. I was quite surprised because it's very rare for TT to give anything 5 stars, and I wasn't blown away - to be honest think I preferred the preceding programme, '10 Puppies and Us' (although wanted to throttle Lola's daffy owner).
Couldn't agree more about Lola's owner!
Caught up with the first episode of the second series of Top of the Lake and thought it rather slow. Hopefully it will have a bit more pace to it later on.
I saw Who Do You Think You Are? with Lulu, last night. It was interesting about her mother's side, especially her naughty grandfather.
Couldn't agree more about Lola's owner!
Shiva's owner is even WORSE!! I want to slap her! She shouldn't have a dog, she hasn't got a clue. She took an 8 week old puppy home on a 4 hour train journey with no food, water or cage! My brother has a leonberger, they are gorgeous dogs but HUGE. I dread to think what will happen to Shiva living in a flat with that woman!
Inspector Montalbano is coming back on BBC4 this Saturday :) Only 4 episodes in the series though.
New Belgian detective series starting on More4 tonight called Professor T. I will miss Dicte.
goldfish
18-08-2017, 17:10
What am i not watching on TV?
Had been catching up with Fearless but episode 6 didn't record. Just before watching ep 5, we were going to download ep 6 but decided to do it later then forgot. Sat down ready to download and watch it last night only to find it was no longer listed anywhere. Very annoying, especially as I saw 2 of the main storylines when searching for a solution.
I watched the conclusion of 'I know Who You Are'. Nothing being given away here, but I was all geared for everything to be solved and the mystery to be cleared up but instead the plot thickened and suddenly it ended! My immediate reaction was *What!! What on earth are we supposed to make of that!* Then it transpired there are 4 more episodes to come which the BBC has decided to withhold until later in the year!! :grrr:
Shiva's owner is even WORSE!! I want to slap her! She shouldn't have a dog, she hasn't got a clue. She took an 8 week old puppy home on a 4 hour train journey with no food, water or cage! My brother has a leonberger, they are gorgeous dogs but HUGE. I dread to think what will happen to Shiva living in a flat with that woman!
I agree, Caro. The woman is absolutely clueless and should never be allowed near a dog - any dog!
Looking forward to the return of Montalbano!
I watched Celebrity Masterchef in which Henri Leconte is competing. He is through to the semifinals with some great cooking and much fun as well.
Come on Henri!!!
Rosalind
19-08-2017, 07:15
I have been watching Child Genius. Dreadful and riveting at the same time. Kids and parents like those in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and I'm not meaning good old Charlie Bucket. Horrendous. One or two more normal and truely mindblowingly bright.
I watched it as well, karanga.
I really couldn't bring myself to watch it. Was it as mindnumbingly awful as I thought it would be?
We have just finished watching 'Broken' with Sean Bean as the priest ... yes, I know, I'm a bit late to the party! Absolutely brilliant and clever if harrowing drama.
Josephine
21-08-2017, 14:22
Looking forward to the return of Montalbano!
Love Montalbano and as we went last year to SW Sicily where it is filmed, this episode we kept saying - that's Punta Secca, Modica, Ragusa, Scicli - we recognised a lot, particularly where he keeps driving (the wrong way!) up a one way street and jumps out and up the steps into the 'Polizia' (really the town hall or something at Scicli). We went inside and also ate our lunch in lovely cafe opposite when we visited
Rosalind
21-08-2017, 16:01
I really couldn't bring myself to watch it. Was it as mindnumbingly awful as I thought it would be?
If you are talking about Child Genius - then quite possibly :)
I saw some of The One Show, last night. They announced the last three contestants for Strictly Come Dancing. One of them was Jonnie Peacock, which was a bit of a surprise.
Jodie Whittaker as Doctor Who, I could accept. But, Bradley Walsh as her companion?!!
Sallydaisy
27-08-2017, 19:59
Victoria.
RosieBear
27-08-2017, 21:09
Strike - The Cuckoo's Calling. Very good and recommend. Love Tom Burke.
Strike - The Cuckoo's Calling. Very good and recommend. Love Tom Burke.
Looking forward to watching it on catchup and Victoria. Been too busy entering tennis comps.
Can't look at Tom Burke without picturing him buckling his swash.
Can't look at Tom Burke without picturing him buckling his swash.
Hmmmm that's not what I picture when I look at him :shamed:
Bye bye GoT for another year! :crying:
Strictly's back on Saturday at 7pm.
RosieBear
05-09-2017, 19:06
Dr Foster is back tonight:thumbup: Really enjoyed the conclusion of the first Strike story - the pace and vibe of it reminded me very much of another of my favourite dramas, Unforgotten (good ol' fashioned detection rather than flashy forensics).
Just finished Twin Peaks: The return, and I really shouldn't have bothered.
Bye bye GoT for another year! :crying:
Or possibly longer if the gap between this and the previous series is anything to go by :eek:
November 2018 appears to be favourite, but I have seen talk of April 2019.
November 2018 appears to be favourite, but I have seen talk of April 2019.
:faint:
I see there's a second Strike starting on Sunday - a 2 parter. I'd just assumed that was that. Looking forward to it. It's relatively gentle compared to some of the things I watch.
Anyone seen Tin Star. It's a bit Fargo like. We watched the first episode recorded and then downloaded the second immediately - we're definitely into it after hesitation.
I watched Victoria, last night. Quite good acting, but shame they got it wrong. Why did they have Lord Melbourne die in 1841, when the real one died in 1848? Rufus Sewell is 49, the real Lord Melbourne was in his late 60s.
I watched Victoria, last night. Quite good acting, but shame they got it wrong. Why did they have Lord Melbourne die in 1841, when the real one died in 1848? Rufus Sewell is 49, the real Lord Melbourne was in his late 60s.
That's poor.
RosieBear
11-09-2017, 17:36
:faint:
I see there's a second Strike starting on Sunday - a 2 parter. I'd just assumed that was that. Looking forward to it. It's relatively gentle compared to some of the things I watch.
Strike wasn't quite so gentle this time, was it Mrs P? :hide: There are two dramas on tonight at 9pm which are both written by the brothers behind The Missing. Rellik on BBC1 and Liar on ITV. Looking forward to both.
I believe the second Strike had a different writer and director.
Ooh I didn't know they were the same writer. I think I will have to try both when I get time. For now it's all new grand designs. I love that. Looking forward to trying tin star at the weekend
Josephine
12-09-2017, 00:06
They are both written by J K Rowling as Robert Glabraith. May have different script writer but story is hers.
I meant the screen writers being the same as missing. Last night ended up being a late one so I watched liar then.
They are both written by J K Rowling as Robert Glabraith. May have different script writer but story is hers.
I meant different scriptwriters not author of the book.
Josephine
12-09-2017, 12:14
Well that all caused lots of confusion!
But the gruesome story is J K Rowling's.
Lol - it's my fault I thought I wasn't clear that I was talking about the missing. I was just tired. Loved grand designs as always but really, who fails to check stuff like utilities when building a house? Beautiful spot though.
The live shows of Strictly start next Saturday. I've read Shirley Ballas's son is a dancer on the American version.
Loved grand designs as always but really, who fails to check stuff like utilities when building a house? Beautiful spot though.
I love it too Jerry .... Steve and I are obsessed with property programmes, especially building ones. We said the same thing about the utilities and the steepness of the site. It's a lovely area and not too far from us really.
On another note, my humax box is jam packed with things to watch. Have recorded the 2 dramas by the Missing writers and have started watching series 2 of Doctor Foster .... does anyone else feel like telling her she needs to get a blinking grip?! :laugh::laugh: I'm not sure I can maintain the sympathy I had for her in the first series ...
I too have loads to catch up on Caro! I'm way behind. And there's another Scandi Noir starting on BBC4 on Saturday night....Black Lake. Sounds interesting. Will add it to my.pile of recordings!
So there's no more Montalbano? :crying:
So there's no more Montalbano? :crying:
It was only a series of 4.
RosieBear
15-09-2017, 15:27
I love it too Jerry .... Steve and I are obsessed with property programmes, especially building ones. We said the same thing about the utilities and the steepness of the site. It's a lovely area and not too far from us really.
On another note, my humax box is jam packed with things to watch. Have recorded the 2 dramas by the Missing writers and have started watching series 2 of Doctor Foster .... does anyone else feel like telling her she needs to get a blinking grip?! :laugh::laugh: I'm not sure I can maintain the sympathy I had for her in the first series ...
Oh totally agree about Dr Foster - want to shake her, being outwitted at every turn and playing into his evil hands! Only sticking with it because the wedding ring scene at the end of episode 1 suggests she'll come good in the end. Testing my patience in the meantime, though as my mum said when I moaned about it to her, it wouldn't be much of a drama if Dr F calmly took the moral high ground :big grin:
Yup losing my sympathy for Dr F too. She's lost the plot. Suppose it's in the script though and I'm still gripped.
Watching Rellik. The jury is out after the first episode but we'll give it another go. Recording Liar as we can't watch more than one terrestrial programme at a time out here in Portugal.
RosieBear
19-09-2017, 21:01
Really gripped by Liar; who to believe...Mrs Bates or Hornblower :shrug::shrug::shrug: Just binge watched 'The Night Of', it's excellent and totally recommend.
WimbledonWestie
19-09-2017, 21:35
Really gripped by Liar; who to believe...Mrs Bates or Hornblower :shrug::shrug::shrug: Just binge watched 'The Night Of', it's excellent and totally recommend.
My brother thinks they are both telling the truth- that she was drugged - but by someone else.
RosieBear
19-09-2017, 21:52
My brother thinks they are both telling the truth- that she was drugged - but by someone else.
Yeah, that's the theory all over social media, but hope it doesn't go that way - would be such a cop out. The 'he said, she said' is a fundamental and onerous crux of so many real life cases that police, juries etc have to tackle. I'd expect more from the Williams brothers than to sidestep it with a convenient 3rd party involvement.
Really gripped by Liar; who to believe...Mrs Bates or Hornblower :shrug::shrug::shrug: Just binge watched 'The Night Of', it's excellent and totally recommend.
We have Liar" on the box, still to start watching that. We watched "The Night of" when it first came out ... brilliant drama!
We loved the Night of. Liar isn't kev's thing so I haven't seen the second episode yet. Grand designs tonight though woohoo :)
We love Grand Designs too Jerry. We went to the home building and renovating show earlier this year too. We dream of building our own house, however horrendous it sometimes seems to get!
We love Grand Designs too Jerry. We went to the home building and renovating show earlier this year too. We dream of building our own house, however horrendous it sometimes seems to get!
So jealous! It's a plan of ours too. Although an eventual one, still probably 20 years away. Mainly because our chosen location doesn't have the same level of employment opportunities. Maybe with travel, we will get there anyway, eventually. If Scotland will have us :)
Was about to press play when I got a phone call. How rude! Kev likes that last ship thing which has started a new season. I guess that's the show for tomorrow. I still have the last episode of twin peaks to watch too.
WimbledonWestie
20-09-2017, 21:21
Oh we'd definitely have you.
So jealous! It's a plan of ours too. Although an eventual one, still probably 20 years away. Mainly because our chosen location doesn't have the same level of employment opportunities. Maybe with travel, we will get there anyway, eventually. If Scotland will have us :)
Oh it's far from definite Jerry, it's just a dream and will likely never happen! If you do it in 20 years you'll be about the age we are now so that would be good going .... we will be retired if it ever happens but on the upside, we would have more time to devote to it. When we had our current house extended and completely renovated everyone was saying "oh what a nightmare" etc. It was hard at times but we learnt loads and would 100% do it again in a heartbeat. people think we're nuts ... maybe just a little :laugh::laugh:
I'm so sad I meant jealous that you went to the show :) finally saw last nights grand designs. What a incredible build on such a budget. The prevut frames certainly make it more affordable although Kev says it's like an IKEA built house. I often see in grand designs people cancelling decorates etc to save money, but I think we'd actually want to do those things ourselves. Put our own stamp on. Maybe not spend months painting wooden tiles though, don't think I could have that level of patience!
sir coolerking
25-09-2017, 13:50
Yup losing my sympathy for Dr F too. She's lost the plot. Suppose it's in the script though and I'm still gripped.
Watching Rellik. The jury is out after the first episode but we'll give it another go. Recording Liar as we can't watch more than one terrestrial programme at a time out here in Portugal.
Did Dr F ever have the plot? All through the first series her supposed best friend kept on going behind her back. Within 20 mins of the first episode here she's done it again, yet she continues to be best friends??? I haven't watched second episode yet, I'd rather not watch anymore, dreadful stuff.
Rellik continues to do just enough to keep me going back. Liar is an intriguing story but with terrible acting and a horribly contrived script. Your typical ITV drama really.
Did anyone see the first episode of the child in time? I haven't seen it but I've seen some bad reviews. Usually cabbagepatch (kev's name for him), being in it would make me try it anyway but I don't get much tv time a the mo so pick carefully lol
RosieBear
25-09-2017, 15:26
Did anyone see the first episode of the child in time? I haven't seen it but I've seen some bad reviews. Usually cabbagepatch (kev's name for him), being in it would make me try it anyway but I don't get much tv time a the mo so pick carefully lol
I did Jerry, it was OK, something to pass the time on a Sunday evening, but as I don't particularly like children it didn't do much for me. Now if he'd have lost his dog I'd have been a wreck :big grin: Looking forward to Liar tonight - apparently we find out who's telling the truth....we're only half way through the series so wonder if things start happening outside the law a bit more....ooooooohhh.
I've enjoyed the first 2 Electric Dreams stand-alone dramas.
Ooh thanks RB that's deffo something to look forward to with liar. Nice reward for a rubbish day, if Kev is asleep of course because he hates shows like that lol.
Given that I have enough child related anxiety I'll give the cabbagepatch a miss for a while
I watched Child in Time and thought it was pretty good. Although the topic of a lost child has been done to death lately both on TV and in books.
RosieBear
25-09-2017, 21:02
How good was Liar tonight?! Love it. Can't agree with the comment about bad acting - think the leads have been superb. She has walked the line between plausible and neurotic, and him between plausible and predatory, absolutely brilliantly imo.
P.s. remember, no spoilers for the recorders.:thumbup:
I'll have to wait til tomorrow ...
I watched The Child in Time. The announcer did say there would be a lot of swearing and sexual nature, but I just found it to be a bit weird. I then read, I was supposed to have read the book and avoid watching it as the book is better than the one off drama.
I've just watched Strictly on the iPlayer. It's still living up to entertainment. Shame ITV lost the meaning of that word years ago.
I did Jerry, it was OK, something to pass the time on a Sunday evening, but as I don't particularly like children it didn't do much for me. Now if he'd have lost his dog I'd have been a wreck :big grin:
Hahaha! You are so on my wave length my dear friend ;):laugh::laugh: I don't think it's a series though is it? I thought it was a one off drama. I have it recorded and there was no 'series link' option.
EDIT: Having said that though I did enjoy The Missing (the one with James Nesbitt)
I've enjoyed the first 2 Electric Dreams stand-alone dramas.
So have we! Ready for tonight's.
Think ITV do some good stuff.....Downton Abbey, Doc Martin. Mr P lurves Joanne Froggatt so when we get home to watch the recordings that will doubtless be good whatever :lol:
Agh boo without giving anything away the season finale of zoo was so annoying. Left me wishing I'd stopped watching last season. KevD is still into the last ship which is starting to annoy me too. Good job there's tennis on.
Victoria is now becoming like the BBC's The Tudors, a good story based on facts but completely messed up.
Rosalind
02-10-2017, 09:20
Strictly, Victoria... may be getting past their prime.
The Detectives - re real cases in Manchester keeping me fascinated. Oh roll on Andy's recovery.....
Elizabeth
02-10-2017, 11:47
Last night I watched the new BBC Drama Last Post. It got better as it went on. I will give it another try next week and see how it goes.
sir coolerking
02-10-2017, 15:19
How good was Liar tonight?! Love it. Can't agree with the comment about bad acting - think the leads have been superb. She has walked the line between plausible and neurotic, and him between plausible and predatory, absolutely brilliantly imo.
P.s. remember, no spoilers for the recorders.:thumbup:
Certainly episode 3 was the best so far, although I feel particularly sorry for the brother in law who does seem to get some right dud lines. Is anyone telling the truth?
Also watched Last Post and enjoyed it a lot.
Jumped back into colony and loving it. Been binge watching series 2 everytime Kev is home. Really looking forward to the last two episodes tonight :) but not to it then being over :(
http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/news/arts-entertainment/tv-shows-ordered-to-end-properly-20171005136977
http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/news/arts-entertainment/tv-shows-ordered-to-end-properly-20171005136977
I take it that's tongue in cheek. More's the pity :lol:
http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/news/arts-entertainment/tv-shows-ordered-to-end-properly-20171005136977
odd timing? this is surely a late April fool joke? or are they now 'pranks'?
RosieBear
09-10-2017, 21:00
Rellik...whaaaat???? no spoilers anyone, but whaaaaat???
I watched Timewasters, last night. What a waste of time, as I believed it should have been shown amongst the children's programmes.
sir coolerking
10-10-2017, 14:31
Ok, so Liar has actually turned into a pretty decent series. Seems there's a moment in every episode where my wife is forced to hide behind a cushion.
I've seen the first 2 episodes of Rellik and have all but given up on it...........should I continue?
RosieBear
10-10-2017, 15:12
Ok, so Liar has actually turned into a pretty decent series. Seems there's a moment in every episode where my wife is forced to hide behind a cushion.
I've seen the first 2 episodes of Rellik and have all but given up on it...........should I continue?
I'd definitely persevere with Rellik, Sir C - I wasn't sure about it at first but the concept works better and better as it goes along and pieces fall into place. Two big plot twists revealed last night (inc the killer) and I defy anyone to have predicted them.
I watched a show yesterday about a child who killed his mother. And I am still annoyed by it. It certainly felt as if they were blaming the mother. Maybe she could have done more or seen the 'warning signs' It made out as if there was something more they could have done, as if they were to blame. Firstly seeing the warning signs and telling people doesn't mean anything, no help is given, just a pat on the head and an on your way. They could have told camhs, social workers, teachers the GP, it doesn't change a thing, nog in my experience. Secondly there is no proof they did anything but love that child. And the woman has lost her life. The presenter really annoyed me in her treatment of the step father. Suggesting that maybe they shouldn't have allowed the child to isolate himself. But what were they meant to do, be violently attacked to try and force the child to eat at the table? When a kid 14 and acting in that way how can you stop it? How can you force it to join in with you if it doesn't want to?
The mother was brutally killed in a premedated murder by her son. He waited for her partner to be away. Why because she was the adult do they look to blame her? It made me so mad I couldn't watch it to the end. And even now, the next day something reminded me of it and I'm still angry. The mother was told the child didn't have any mental health problems. It's society that let that mother down, all the agencies that were meant to help her. To suggest after her death that she "missed the boy's cries for help" is shocking, disgusting and unacceptable. To suggest that she'd still be alive if she hadn't missed them. It defies belief. I won't be watching anything presented by that woman again. Jo frost! Just awful.
I should add that if I'd have known who she was I wouldn't have watched the show. I assumed she was a psychologist or something. Then while it was on a googled her. I turned it off then. Note to self, don't watch crime junk when kev's away.
I should add that if I'd have known who she was I wouldn't have watched the show. I assumed she was a psychologist or something. Then while it was on a googled her. I turned it off then. Note to self, don't watch crime junk when kev's away.
Or for that matter, even when he's not away! Too raw a topic at the moment for you Jerry. Keep trying to think of nice things....like the upcoming Andy Live.
Or for that matter, even when he's not away! Too raw a topic at the moment for you Jerry. Keep trying to think of nice things....like the upcoming Andy Live.
There's no chance that Kev would sit through that rubbish lol
Nice of the National Television Awards to name an award after Sir Bruce Forsyth.
sir coolerking
13-10-2017, 11:06
Nice of the National Television Awards to name an award after Sir Bruce Forsyth.
Yes it certainly is nice to see............to see nice!!
suttontennis
17-10-2017, 12:22
watched the George Michael documentary last night. V interesting, never was a big fan but appreciated his solo work as being well crafted and listenable. Think he lost his way after the death of his partner and the loss of the court case, and his music fell out of favour. Having recently seen a GM tribute show ('Fastlove' recommend anyone to go as it features his Wham days and solo music in equal measure, plus the singer isn't trying to impersonate George, plus all the music is live as 'George' has a full backing band, PLUS my niece is one of the backing dancers !), I found I appreciated the music even more.
RosieBear
21-10-2017, 18:51
I'm going to watch Gunpowder, which starts tonight on BBC1. The reviews say that it's quite dark and gory, so I'll watch those bits through my fingers and hope the rest of it is compelling.
I love a bit of dark me. Liv Tyler is an interesting casting choice!
Sallydaisy
21-10-2017, 22:24
Liked what I saw of it ...
Jordstadt II starts tonight on ITV Encore.
I watched Gunpowder, last night. A bit gory, but very good acting.
themass15
22-10-2017, 18:43
Watching Ronnie O'Sullivan and really enjoying it.
I've heard after Brian Conley got knocked out of Strictly Come Dancing, he went on a swearing rampage.
As if they hadn't already ruined Dr Who enough, Bradley Walsh is one of the new companions. Plainly trying to drive viewers away.
themass15
23-10-2017, 11:03
As if they hadn't already ruined Dr Who enough, Bradley Walsh is one of the new companions. Plainly trying to drive viewers away.
I was surprised but he was quite good in Law & Order.
Josephine
23-10-2017, 12:42
Like the idea of female Doctor - but Bradley Walsh!! Cannot bear him.
Also enjoyed Gunpowder ... I don't mind gore when it's not just for gore's sake. It's what happened back then. Really good opening episode.
RosieBear
27-10-2017, 18:31
Tracey Ullman is on tonight. Love her. So glad she's back on British TV, she just cracks me up.
WimbledonWestie
27-10-2017, 22:34
Love her Angela merkel!
On the 23rd August, I put that Bradley Walsh had been named as one of Doctor Who's companions. The BBC are a bit behind the times with that one.
I did enjoy the first episode on gunpowder and I completely agree with what was said by caro. This isn't gore for gores sake, it is what happened, that and a lot more. Yes it was a very dark time in our history, but it happened, no use in shying away.
I've also just started "the gifted" loving it so far :) tonight going to try the first episode of marvels inhumans
I missed "The Handmaids Tale" first time around but found out just in time that is was being repeated on more4 so i am enjoying that .... well enjoying is not quite the right word, but it's very good.
I missed "The Handmaids Tale" first time around but found out just in time that is was being repeated on more4 so i am enjoying that .... well enjoying is not quite the right word, but it's very good.
Pants! I missed that first time round too. And second by the sounds of it
suttontennis
31-10-2017, 15:40
Last episode of Inspector George Gently last night. Fitting end to a high quality series. Martin Shaw & Lee Ingleby have both been impressive in their roles. Shall miss this.
For anyone who had been watching 'I know Who You Are', BBC4, they have finally decided to show us the last 6 episodes starting on Saturday 4 Nov. I could never understand why they left us hanging in mid air, making us wait for the rest of it and consequently losing its impact! They call it Series 2, but in actual fact it was always meant to be just one continuous series.
Also, I see 'Acquitted', Series 1 Episode 1 is being shown on Channel 4 on Wed 8 Nov. It has the most stunning scenery and I did enjoy it. I think there is a series 2 on the way, but may only be available on All Four.
I am eagerly awaiting series 2 of Trapped! Loved it.
For anyone who had been watching 'I know Who You Are', BBC4, they have finally decided to show us the last 6 episodes starting on Saturday 4 Nov. I could never understand why they left us hanging in mid air, making us wait for the rest of it and consequently losing its impact! They call it Series 2, but in actual fact it was always meant to be just one continuous series.
Also, I see 'Acquitted', Series 1 Episode 1 is being shown on Channel 4 on Wed 8 Nov. It has the most stunning scenery and I did enjoy it. I think there is a series 2 on the way, but may only be available on All Four.
I am eagerly awaiting series 2 of Trapped! Loved it.
We haven't yet watched any of our I know who you are recordings..... sounds like it's just as well!
Can't wait! But I will probably fall asleep and have to watch on catchup.
Series 2 of Acquitted now on All 4. I watched the last episode of Series1 again to remind me what had been happening. Will start Series 2 soon....depends on the tennis!
Anyone who likes watching historical dramas, the Drama channel (number 20 on Freeview) will be showing the first two episodes of the White Princess next Saturday from 9pm (21.00pm). It stars Jodie Comer of Doctor Foster fame.
Anyone who likes watching historical dramas, the Drama channel (number 20 on Freeview) will be showing the first two episodes of the White Princess next Saturday from 9pm (21.00pm). It stars Jodie Comer of Doctor Foster fame.
Stell, I see that this is the sequel to 'The White Queen' which I thoroughly enjoyed. (Think it aired on BBC, but not 100% sure) Based on the novels of Philippa Gregory, I hope this sequel is as good. Will give it a try at some stage.
With regard to Series 2 of 'Acquitted', and without giving away any spoilers, the scenery is just as stunning, set in winter this time, and I really like the characters and actors, but the plot.....h'mmm. Feels like they have just been making it up as they go along! It's a bit shallow, IMO.
rather to my surprise i watched the Remembrance Sunday service, the wreath laying at the Cenotaph, because there was an option to watch it 'without commentary' so you heard the actual sound, of the bands etc, but not a Dimbleby doing his bit. was very interesting.
suttontennis
01-12-2017, 13:31
Howards End on Sunday night - typical BBC Sunday night fare, but so enjoyable to watch. If you've been watching it I strongly recommend you also watch the film, for an outstanding performance by Emma Thompson
Howards End on Sunday night - typical BBC Sunday night fare, but so enjoyable to watch. If you've been watching it I strongly recommend you also watch the film, for an outstanding performance by Emma Thompson
I have seen the film but didn't realise it was on tv. Luckily for me we have just watched the last episode of the last ship and I get a full years break from the junk lol. Does anyone know when to expect the next season of the last kingdom? I have also finally managed to download the handmaiden tale so looking forward to that :)
RosieBear
02-12-2017, 11:27
It's been announced that, in addition to catch-ups, lots of box sets and classic programmes are going to be on BBCiplayer over the Christmas period....including every series of Line of Duty :yahoo: Looking forward to re-watching the early episodes.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/latestnews/2017/iplayer-xmas-boxsets
lovetennis
02-12-2017, 21:59
It's been announced that, in addition to catch-ups, lots of box sets and classic programmes are going to be on BBCiplayer over the Christmas period....including every series of Line of Duty :yahoo: Looking forward to re-watching the early episodes.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/latestnews/2017/iplayer-xmas-boxsets
I love Line of Duty. A binge-watch over Christmas sounds fab :dance:
It's been announced that, in addition to catch-ups, lots of box sets and classic programmes are going to be on BBCiplayer over the Christmas period....including every series of Line of Duty :yahoo: Looking forward to re-watching the early episodes.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/latestnews/2017/iplayer-xmas-boxsets
I love Line of Duty. A binge-watch over Christmas sounds fab :dance:
I bought the box set of Line of Duty (all previous series) on DVD from ebay a couple of months ago after the last series finished on TV as that was the only series I had watched and I loved it! Will hopefully get chance to watch it all over Christmas. We took it on holiday in October but the DVD player in the cottage was faulty and would only play it in black and white ... I thought I'd been done but tested some other DVDs in the cottage and they were all black and white too!
I watched The Real Marigold on Tour, last night. I'd already seen them go to India, and last night, they were in China. I wouldn't have minded the shopping centre with the swimming pool that was shown in the episode.
suttontennis
05-12-2017, 13:10
I watched The Real Marigold on Tour, last night. I'd already seen them go to India, and last night, they were in China. I wouldn't have minded the shopping centre with the swimming pool that was shown in the episode.
but I bet you couldn't put up with Miriam Margolyes, even for a day at the shopping centre.
themass15
10-12-2017, 20:58
Watching Ronnie O'Sullivan, just amazing. Why has he never been nominated for Sports Personality. Just don't understand it.
I wouldn't go with any of them, just by myself or maybe with my niece as she loves swimming.
suttontennis
11-12-2017, 08:59
Watching Ronnie O'Sullivan, just amazing. Why has he never been nominated for Sports Personality. Just don't understand it.
Yes he has a talent and natural ability for the game. I caught an interview with him on Saturday which mentioned a comment he made about lower ranked professionals, referring to them as 'numpties'. Can't imagine Roger Federer saying that about Marcus Willis. And he's always had this love-hate attitude towards Snooker, saying he night never play again, take a year off, not bothered, etc etc. Not an easy man to warm to..
sir coolerking
12-12-2017, 09:41
Yes he has a talent and natural ability for the game. I caught an interview with him on Saturday which mentioned a comment he made about lower ranked professionals, referring to them as 'numpties'. Can't imagine Roger Federer saying that about Marcus Willis. And he's always had this love-hate attitude towards Snooker, saying he night never play again, take a year off, not bothered, etc etc. Not an easy man to warm to..
I'd go the other way - it's because he's not perfect, that he says the things he wants to that make him so easy to warm to. A flawed genius is so much more interesting than an automaton like Federer.
themass15
12-12-2017, 11:10
Ronnie definitely has personality. I have been a fan of his for over 20 years. Agree he's not to everyone's taste. My sister can't stand him. Looking forward to seeing him at the Masters in January with Jackie. Just hope Andy is not playing the day we go.
The reason O'Sullivan will never win SPOTY, apart from the fact he's a ****.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/scotland/42330358
The reason O'Sullivan will never win SPOTY, apart from the fact he's a ****.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/scotland/42330358
Translation- I would love to be nominated, and would love to win.
sir coolerking
13-12-2017, 14:15
Translation- I would love to be nominated, and would love to win.
No this is Ronnie, the exact translation is what he says. If he wanted to go he'd have been asking the BBC by now what he's got to do to be nominated.......which is a fair question given how his predecessors have all been nominated. Having a father in jail for murder may not help. But then again, at least his sport is not tainted by drug use unlike two of the top 3 contenders (and Froome maybe lucky to survive till the vote).
themass15
13-12-2017, 18:58
Agree with Ronnie, what you see is what you get.
jeannie13
16-12-2017, 21:48
Watched Strictly final this evening
Great final & delighted that Joe Mcfadden won.
His dances were inventive & his partner was excellent choreographer:jitterbug:
I'd already been told, beforehand, about Joe McFadden being the favourite to win. I watched it and really enjoyed it.
themass15
17-12-2017, 11:46
I recorded the Strictly Final and watched it when I got in last night. A M A Z I N G!
jackie55
17-12-2017, 12:26
Also watched Strictly, brilliant dancing from everyone, pleased that Joe won, but a little bit of me thinks l would have liked Debbie to win, still l am sure she will go to do some stage work like Louise Redknapp
After Strictly, I watched Feud: Bette and Joan. Very good acting from Jessica Lange as Joan Crawford, Susan Sarandon as Bette Davis and Alfred Molina as Robert Aldrich. I hardly recognised Catherine Zeta Jones as Olivia de Havilland.
jeannie13
17-12-2017, 14:55
Also watched Strictly, brilliant dancing from everyone, pleased that Joe won, but a little bit of me thinks l would have liked Debbie to win, still l am sure she will go to do some stage work like Louise Redknapp
Debbie was a lovely dancer,but was a ballerina-went to the Royal ballet school at 16
was a ballet dancer & had a ballet school, so had an unfair advantage. I don't think ex professionals should be contestants
Josephine
17-12-2017, 15:24
Doing ballet so many years ago doesn't mean she can do ballroom and latin. I thought she was great, though I think it was a mistake to do ballet in the showdance as obviously that could be seen as an advantage.
But I rather like the fact that she and Giovanni did what they wanted to express their relationship rather than an obvious crowd pleaser such as No Business like Show business - or fancy costume tricks like Joe and Katya. Did like Joe too, though guess what, he has done a small bit of dancing before in musicals.
exislander
17-12-2017, 16:21
I thought Gemma was the only one of the finalists who genuinely had no previous dance training or experience and she did amazingly well but had little chance of winning against more experienced performers.
suttontennis
18-12-2017, 13:25
Unlike previous years I genuinely had no idea who would win. With hindsight, both Alexandra & Debbie have had their detractors, whereas Joe didn't give people any reason not to like him. I agree that Gemma made the most progress, but I think her dancing skills are limited compared to the other three so that's why she didn't win.
I was surprised that Craig seemed in 'happy' mood and even dusted off his '10' paddle on a couple of occasions.
Just started watching Witness (had recorded it) - enjoying so far.
Rosalind
18-12-2017, 16:47
Am watching second series of The Crown on Netflix. I have signed for the month for free and last year had a voucher for a free month. I'm not sure how many free months I'm going to be able to get but so far so good. I absolutely love The Crown and would thoroughly recommend the Netflix freebie.
RosieBear
18-12-2017, 20:47
I've just binge-watched both series of The Crown on Netflix. Absolutely love it! I broadly knew about key moments of the Queen's reign, but it has been fascinating to learn about the intricacies of the the post-war Churchill ego, Suez Crisis, the GC Peter Townsend matter, minimising Soviet influence in the Commonwealth, Profumo etc. So much wisdom and composure in impossible situations, and from such a young age. I've always been broadly in favour of the Queen, but watching this series has brought home to me just how lucky we are to have her.
RosieBear
10-01-2018, 23:10
Kiri on Channel 4. Grim plot but Sarah Lancashire brilliant as usual - love her.
We kept missing peaky blinders, but after Kev got a fire7 for crimbo we downloaded the first season, to watch on our New Years holiday - camping in the snow in the Cairngorms. We watched a few episodes while away and more when we got home. Somehow we've ended up into season four now. There are parts that are frustrating beyond belief but I am enjoying it.
Just watched the part one and two of the new season of silent witness. We enjoyed it :) looking forward to next week's episodes. It's on Monday and Tuesday but I had to wait for KevD to be home. On the bright side it meant we got to watch part 1 and 2 back to back
JAMES4578
11-01-2018, 14:02
Just got into Peaky Blinders really and now watched all 4 series on Iplayer-impressed-it is quite violent mind you. Previously was going to watch 4th series but better seeing from start-don't think it'll be on Iplayer much longer but may be available from other sources. Seems 5th series is the last but will be aired 2019 (real gang had different timeline-activities were over by 1910) I've also been intrigued by Silent Witness throughout the years (even if at times can be a bit far fetched) Did watch Kiri though realised I'd recorded the SD instead of HD channel so downloaded from on Demand. Like a lot of stuff Sarah Lancashire in,whilst sad plot thought not as bleak as might've been portrayed. Seen some criticisms but won't detail here in case some interested mot viewed. I recently got a UHD set (though one of the cheaper options) even if only certain shows in that format(mostly downloads from Sky and streaming from other services) but other material is upscaled. Some of the things I've enjoyed via Sky lately have been The Tunnel ,Riveria and Sick Note and The Blacklist. I'm enjoying McMafia starring James Norton on BBC1. Blue Planet II was available in UHD HLG (type of HDR) after series ended .
Most Popular Shows 2017 (http://www.radiotimes.com/news/tv/2018-01-11/most-watched-tv-shows-2017/)
I am enjoying The Tunnel too - 2 episodes are on tonight. I have been enjoying Jordstadt II on catchup and looking forward to watching Spirals.
JAMES4578
11-01-2018, 17:00
I am enjoying The Tunnel too - 2 episodes are on tonight. I have been enjoying Jordstadt II on catchup and looking forward to watching Spirals.
I've already seen the end of The Tunnel in UHD, JordstadtII and Spirals may be interesting but have not seen yet. Britannia on Sky Atlantic been advertised a lot, starting 18 Jan.
Looking forward to tomorrow, as the second series of Elementary starts on the Pick channel (Freeview 11) at 9pm.
I've already seen the end of The Tunnel in UHD, JordstadtII and Spirals may be interesting but have not seen yet. Britannia on Sky Atlantic been advertised a lot, starting 18 Jan.
Britannia looks very interesting - Roman period drama. Thanks for that.
Another Swedish thriller series is starting on More4 Friday next week - called Rebecka Marintinson: Arctic Murders.
RosieBear
14-01-2018, 14:48
Big Little Lies on Sky Atlantic (catch up). Really enjoyed it.
Big Little Lies on Sky Atlantic (catch up). Really enjoyed it.
We enjoyed that too. Its recent award was well deserved.
Just catching up with Spanish drama I Know Who You Are. Riveting.
James.....Spiral is brilliant but there are 5 previous series and it helps to understand the characters if you've watched them before the current series.
There's another Swedish thriller starting on Tuesday on Channel 4.......Before We Die. Will give it a go. Scandi dramas tend to be very well done.
If it wasn't for people posting the foreign series on here I would miss some of them as they are dotted all over the place on TV. Before We Die looks good.
We enjoyed that too. Its recent award was well deserved.
Just catching up with Spanish drama I Know Who You Are. Riveting.
James.....Spiral is brilliant but there are 5 previous series and it helps to understand the characters if you've watched them before the current series.
There's another Swedish thriller starting on Tuesday on Channel 4.......Before We Die. Will give it a go. Scandi dramas tend to be very well done.
If it wasn't for people posting the foreign series on here I would miss some of them as they are dotted all over the place on TV. Before We Die looks good.
I agree Pat about 'I Know Who You Are'. I loved it. And thank you for the heads up on 'Before We Die'.
And definitely cazza99, if I hadn't read about some recommended programmes on here I would have missed them entirely. And I would have missed out on some very good entertainment. So again, thank you all for your tips.
And you have both reminded me I still have to catch up on I know Who You are. I had dumped catchup versions from my Sky box onto my DVD recorder and forgotten about it.
It's definitely worth watching cazza99.
Really enjoying hard sun :) the blacklist is back too, as is the gifted. I enjoyed the gifted but the blacklist is more kev's thing. Watched the last season of peaky blinders yesterday now have to wait until 2019 for the next one :(
supergran
14-01-2018, 23:57
Just finished watching the series Hard Sun on BBC IPlayer. All six episodes in two days. Well worth watching. Have recordings of McMafia and Next of Kin to catch up on. So many good dramas at the moment.
I watched the 1st episode of Vanished by the lake on Ch 4 (French with English sub-titles, fine by me as I use sub-titles all the time!); the rest was only available on All4. Still not got round to sourcing it but my daughter in law has watched it all and thoroughly enjoyed it.
I looked for that when I realised I'd missed it - but couldn't find it; it didn't seem to be available :(
Just finished the tunnel. What an end. Enjoyed that. Though as it's been on my sky for a while I guess I'm one of the last to finish it lol
JAMES4578
16-01-2018, 10:46
Just finished the tunnel. What an end. Enjoyed that. Though as it's been on my sky for a while I guess I'm one of the last to finish it lol
Only started watching it last year but seen 3rd series as soon as available, though first series was aired 2013. Was a bit disappointed only 6 episodes in last one but was great show! Based on Danish/swedish show "The Bridge" though did not see that.
On 21st February, the BBC will record a tribute to Sir Bruce Forsyth at the London Palladium. Anyone interested in going, can apply for tickets through the BBC website until the 29th of this month. The recording will be shown at a later date.
I watched Miriam's Big American Adventure, last night. I found all the episodes to be very interesting. But, didn't agree with the man that got interviewed while Miriam had to sit in her car because he'd got a hatred of Jewish women. My great-great grandfather was Jewish. He, his siblings and parents came to this country around about the beginning of World War One from what we now know to be Austria. As I'm a descendant, would he dislike me?
Interesting point Stell but we don't allow discussions about religion or race on the forum :thanks:
Josephine
25-01-2018, 22:51
Hi Stell. As that man had the intelligence of a flea, I wouldn't worry what he thought about anyone.
Has anyone watched the new show Britannia? I've seeen trailers but it seems rather iffy. Need something to watch when the AO finishes though
Got half way through the first episode of Britannia and we gave up. Trying and failing to emulate game of thrones meets Lord of the rings!
Third series of Gomorrah starts Wed 9pm on Sky Atlantic. First 2 series available to download. Italian with subtitles but well worth a watch.
Third series of Gomorrah starts Wed 9pm on Sky Atlantic. First 2 series available to download. Italian with subtitles but well worth a watch.
Is it necessary to watch earlier series do you think? Looks interesting but had missed this one before and I have got a lot to catch up on.
Just started Kiri last night and binged watched the first 3 episodes. I am enjoying it but didn't realise it wasn't a boxset set so big annoyed to know had to wait for the next instalment lol
Is it necessary to watch earlier series do you think? Looks interesting but had missed this one before and I have got a lot to catch up on.
Think it would help to know what's happened. There's a story so far download ahead of series 3 that might help.
Rosalind
29-01-2018, 23:30
:barmy: I watched Pointless this evening. A question was : name a GB gold medal winner from Rio 2016. One man couldn't think of anyone but guessed at Andy Murray. He did ok as only 21 / 100 of the sample had named Andy. Another quizzer answered Mo Mowlam. No joke. I think I inhabit another universe.
WimbledonWestie
30-01-2018, 07:24
Mo Mowlam? Brilliant. That may trump the Davis Cup elastics from the Chase last week.
We could have a whole separate thread for idiotic replies in quizzes! I recall a contestant once saying that East Anglia was in Holland . . . I don't know whether the contestants are deliberately chosen as people likely to make silly mistakes, or whether it's just brain freeze due to nerves.
To be fair to the woman, she knew straight away what she had done.
Rosalind
30-01-2018, 13:13
We could have a whole separate thread for idiotic replies in quizzes! I recall a contestant once saying that East Anglia was in Holland . . . I don't know whether the contestants are deliberately chosen as people likely to make silly mistakes, or whether it's just brain freeze due to nerves.
I wonder in both instances too. There was once a quiz when contestants had heart rate monitored and it had to be brought down to a certain level or something of that sort. Their heart rates were indeed racing.
WimbledonWestie
30-01-2018, 19:54
I wonder in both instances too. There was once a quiz when contestants had heart rate monitored and it had to be brought down to a certain level or something of that sort. Their heart rates were indeed racing.
Wasn't McEnroe involved in a version of that- as host. I'm sure there's something in his latest book.
RosieBear
30-01-2018, 20:15
Wasn't McEnroe involved in a version of that- as host. I'm sure there's something in his latest book.
Oh yeah, I remember that. It was called The Chair. Contestants were given 'heartstopper' moments, chances to stabilize then they had to watch their heart rate on a screen and it had to be under a certain level when the gong went. I used to quite enjoy it but it can't have been too popular as it didn't air for long.
Winterwatch was presented from outside our house tonight - very exciting!
Winterwatch was presented from outside our house tonight - very exciting!
Were you in it?
No - the eagles were much more interesting!
Think it would help to know what's happened. There's a story so far download ahead of series 3 that might help.
Gomorrah - just watched the catch up. Very helpful and it had some English commentary too which clarified still more.
We are really enjoying McMafia, a couple of episodes behind. I am especially enjoying James Norton :drool: :laugh:
Next of Kin is really good as well. I haven't watched any of the Scandi dramas or anything with subtitles ... I can't abide subtitles. I can never read then quickly enough as the print is often too small and I end up either missing half of it or concentrating too much on the subtitles and not enough on the pictures! Just not for me.
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