Netflix Recommendations Thread 3.0

TICKLE_ME_ELMO

Not officially confirmed yet but apparently Netflix are going to do a Fear Street TV series off the back of the film trilogy success last summer.

I really enjoyed the films, I was surprised by how much fun they were. They weren't perfect by any means but I definitely would watch more from that world. The article suggests the writer/director from the films will be involved and that the story may focus on one of the killers from the films, which is a pretty good idea if they want to do more than one season, there were quite a few of them involved in the curse.

https://www.giantfreakinrobot.com/ent/fear-street-series-netflix-exclusive.html

S.M.B.

I thought part of the appeal of the Fear Street Trilogy was it's unique release schedule so I'm a bit surprised they are abandoning the feature film format and opting for a TV series instead.

peteeeed

https://twitter.com/NetflixGeeked/status/1534520620653985793?s=20&t=Ng3vOocqoMNzvZhCygWUpw

https://twitter.com/NetflixGeeked/status/1534520620653985793?s=20&t=Ng3vOocqoMNzvZhCygWUpw

jj880

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119172777#Comment_119172777

Watched Hustle. Its good. Solid performance from Sandler. The story has been done better before imo but its worth a watch.

TICKLE_ME_ELMO

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119174849#Comment_119174849

Netflix bought it when it was already made, it was supposed to get monthly (I think?) cinema releases, so that wasn't really their own idea. I can see the appeal of a TV show. It kind of taps into the Stranger Things market, I guess, and from the films alone there's potential for like 4 or 5 seasons if they just do one for each murderer.

S.M.B.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119175014#Comment_119175014

Yeah, while it wasn't their initial idea I thought it played a large part in it standing out from the crowd in recent years. Thinking about it more and that may be just my perspective and others were drawn to it for other reasons and would welcome multiple 10 episode series'.

TICKLE_ME_ELMO

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119175064#Comment_119175064

Yeah, I loved the new film every week release, but I wonder if it would work again, or was the novelty of it part of the appeal? Either way, I'm interested in seeing more from the world, assuming it is the same creative people involved.

CastorTroy

They covered at least 3 of the killers in the movies. Looking at the list of killers, maybe Ruby Lane or The Milkman?

TICKLE_ME_ELMO

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119175923#Comment_119175923

Did they do their whole story though? I can't remember. The article seems to be speculating that it's about one of them, the guy in the 20s who killed his family with a baseball bat. So I was just running with that idea. There's a series of books though, I think, so it could be an entirely new story, I don't know. I have no idea how close to any of the books the films were either, maybe they're just using the name.

peteeeed

Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration (2022) LGBTQ+ comedy legends and red-hot rising stars share the stage for a historic night of laughter and queer joy hosted by Billy Eichner.

Rhythm + Flow France Season 1 (2022) (French) French rappers freestyle, battle and write their way to a game-changing 100,000 euro prize in a music competition series judged by Niska, Shay and SCH.

Ben & Jody (2022) (Indonesian) Two best friends band together with a group of villagers to fight back against treacherous illegal loggers attempting to take away their land.

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flasher0030

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119172777#Comment_119172777

I thought it was actually really good. Not annoying at all, for a Sandler movie.

CastorTroy

Haven't watched any of his Netflix films but seems it's the serious ones that get the praise. How many films does he have left as part of his deal?

S.M.B.

It's not clear how many are left. They keep extending the deal by a further 4 movies every few years. It looks like there are 3 more currently in production at the moment.

2smiggy

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119174695#Comment_119174695

i watched the first fear street a good while back, and half forget the story. Is that a problem starting straight into the second film ?

TICKLE_ME_ELMO

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119180029#Comment_119180029

They're all connected but the first one is in the 90s, the second one is in the 70s mostly, but opens and closes with the 90s characters. But you'd probably be OK just going straight into 2, I think.

jj880

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119162347#Comment_119162347

Just watched this myself. Had to rewind that ending and watch again. Really great. Im a fan of all things 80s anyway but this was the first time in a long time Ive been on the edge of my seat watching a tv show. The song fits it perfectly and the build up was well paced also.

Fysh

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119180120#Comment_119180120

They're best viewed as a trilogy - you can sort of get away with jumping into the second film without rewatching the first, but your enjoyment of the third film will be significantly diminished IMO if you don't have both previous films fairly fresh in your mind.

peteeeed

https://twitter.com/Stranger_Things/status/1534939629849387013?s=20&t=5EkRTv9xIIA-VpoaXnsl8Q

https://twitter.com/Stranger_Things/status/1534939629849387013?s=20&t=5EkRTv9xIIA-VpoaXnsl8Q

TICKLE_ME_ELMO

I've seen people saw that the trailer for Stranger Things part 2 possibly has a massive spoiler in it, so I'm avoiding it, will go in blind.

S.M.B.

I finished part 1 last night and it ran straight into that teaser above. By the time I knew what I was watching it was over.

Also, in semi Netflix related news. Bo Burnham has released a full hour of additional footage called The Inside Outtakes on his YouTube. Well worth a watch if you enjoyed Inside.

jluv

Keep Sweet Pray and Obey..

Madness to think this still goes on in the world

Jarhead_Tendler

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119163945#Comment_119163945

I found this to be really poor. Jimmy Carr who is one of my fav comedians was just really off. I think I enjoyed one of the stand up. It was a double act. The rest was just unfunny for me. Ofc somebody else may love it

2smiggy

Watched Hustle with Adam Sandler last night. Of course it's a story we have seen before, but it's very well made with good performances. If you are a fan of the NBA there are loads of cameos, which I enjoyed too !!

peteeeed

First Kill Season1 (2022) Based on series creator V.E. Schwab’s short story, this romance drama with bite stars Sarah Catherine Hook and Imani Lewis ,Falling in love is tricky for teens Juliette and Calliope: One's a vampire, the other's a vampire hunter -- and both are ready to make their first kill

Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness (2022) A brave young animal explorer teams up with two trusty friends to find a powerful artifact before his greedy uncle can get his paws on it.

Trees of Peace (2022) Four women from different backgrounds forge an unbreakable sisterhood while trapped and in hiding during the genocide in Rwanda. Inspired by true events

Intimacy Season 1 (2022) (Spanish) A rising politician's career is threatened when a surreptitiously recorded video of her sex life is leaked to the public

Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute (2022) Bob Saget's friends and family honor the late comedian during a night of laughter and music with Jim Carrey, Chris Rock, Jeff Ross, John Stamos and more.

Life Isn't All Ha Ha Hee Hee Season 1 (2005) Three childhood friends, now in their 30s, are standing at the crossroads as they struggle with love, betrayal and cross-cultural conflict.

Breaded Life (2021) After everyone in his life mysteriously forgets him, a wealthy young man must seek help from the only one who recognizes him -- the local bread seller.

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km79

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119182209#Comment_119182209

So did I !

Predictable but a solid 7/10

peteeeed

Adventure Saturday

Behind the Tide (2014) From Cornwall in the UK to the Sunshine Coast in Australia, creatives ride the wave of surfing nostalgia to forge a life outside of the mainstream.

Brilliant Corners - Hainan (2014) In this documentary series, surfer Sam Bleakley explores Hainan's vibrant scene, delicious dishes -- and the area's ancient connection to the sport.

Hanging by a Thread (2014) (French) Follow a group of skilled highliners over the course of one thrilling year as they tightrope and rope jump across beautiful vistas in the Pyrénées.

Brilliant Corners - a series of films (2014) In this documentary series, longboard champion Sam Bleakley dives into Haiti's waves and culture, learns about the revolution and surfs the best spot.

Brilliant corners - Barbados (2014) Soak up Bajan surf culture alongside longboard champ Sam Bleakley in this documentary series while local legends share their passion for the ocean.

Memories of my People (2014)(French) Follow freestyle skier Marie Martinod as she returns to the sport after giving birth, with the goal of finding victory at the 2014 Winter Olympics

Encordades (2011) (Spanish) Through personal testimonies and archival footage, this documentary takes a journey through the history of women in mountaineering and climbing in Spain.

Drop It! (2019) (French) From wingsuits to aerial tricks, BASE and rope jumpers display their creativity and technical prowess as they leap from vertiginous heights..

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Choochtown

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119152571#Comment_119152571

Two Summers is very very good. Great cast and a short enough series to have no "filler" episodes.

Back story is subtly revealed bit by bit and we slowly get to know each character.

Warning! The sexual assault scene and flashbacks are quite disturbing (but necessary for the story).

peteeeed

Hostiles (2017) After a long career battling the Cheyenne, a U.S. Army captain is ordered to safely escort the tribe's most influential chief to his Montana homeland..

Enclave (2015) (Serbian) In an ethnically divided, postwar Kosovo, a lonely 10-year-old boy ventures past his home in a Serbian enclave to befriend local Albanian kids

Bodies Season 1-3 (2006) A registrar struggles against an established surgeon's dangerous practices in the obstetrics and gynecology ward of a London hospital.

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Thought Gladbeck was brilliant and the most messed up thing I've seen in a while.

mrmorgan

Hustle was great, slow start... but a good watch!