Netflix Recommendations Thread 3.0

peteeeed · 09-06-2021 8:08am

Awake
After a global event wipes out humanity’s ability to sleep, a troubled ex-soldier fights to save her family as society and her mind spiral into chaos.

Fresh, Fried & Crispy: Season 1
Passionate about food and ready for fun, critic Daym Drops drops in on America’s smokin’ hot spots for the best, freshest takes on fried food.

Tragic Jungle
To escape an arranged marriage, a woman flees into the depths of the Mayan jungle, where untamed nature merges the human and the supernatural.

Tony Halik. Tu byłem
This documentary tells the extraordinary life story of Tony Halik, a legendary Polish traveler, journalist and filmmaker.

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VonLuck · 09-06-2021 8:29am

peteeeed wrote: »

https://twitter.com/netflix/status/1402309512594296837?s=20

I thought the first season was dreadful. I would like to think I have a good sense of humour, but couldn't find the comedy in it at all!

crazylady1 · 09-06-2021 12:29pm

Kim's Convenience is brilliant. It's hilarious. Laugh out loud funny

Hercule Poirot · 09-06-2021 5:55pm

crazylady1 wrote: »

Kim's Convenience is brilliant. It's hilarious. Laugh out loud funny

Unfortunately it's ended, that's the last season, which is a shame but I suppose it's gone on out on a high rather than carrying on and getting stale

TICKLE_ME_ELMO · 09-06-2021 6:48pm

Hercule Poirot wrote: »

Unfortunately it's ended, that's the last season, which is a shame but I suppose it's gone on out on a high rather than carrying on and getting stale

There's a whole controversy around it ending, and the whole running of the show since day 1. The cast have been speaking out about a lot of it recently.

Hercule Poirot · 09-06-2021 7:46pm

TICKLE_ME_ELMO wrote: »

There's a whole controversy around it ending, and the whole running of the show since day 1. The cast have been speaking out about a lot of it recently.

Yeah I saw that; accusations of "overtly racist" storylines/scenes that had to be rewritten, lack of diversity on the writing team, amongst others

And yet it's genuinely one of the best shows I've seen in years

NapoleonInRags · 09-06-2021 7:50pm

Andrea B. wrote: »

Found the child actor kind of freaky. Like she was a short 30 year old.

Believe it or not she’s 22!

FortuneChip · 09-06-2021 11:13pm

peteeeed wrote: »

Awake
After a global event wipes out humanity’s ability to sleep, a troubled ex-soldier fights to save her family as society and her mind spiral into chaos.

Folks,

I've inadvertently done you all a favour and watched this. Now you don't have to.

Mr Crispy · 09-06-2021 11:19pm

FortuneChip wrote: »

Folks,

I've inadvertently done you all a favour and watched this. Now you don't have to.

That bad?

FortuneChip · 09-06-2021 11:36pm

Mr Crispy wrote: »

That bad?

Absolutely.
It's disgraceful.

They mention after two days without sleep brain function slows down. Guessing these lads started writing on day 4.

peteeeed · 10-06-2021 8:26am

Captain Phillips
Four Somali pirates hijack a cargo ship and hold the captain hostage, setting the stage for an explosive confrontation with the U.S. Navy.

The Intent 2: The Come Up
In this prequel to "The Intent," a London gang visiting Jamaica targets a member who's meeting with rivals, unaware an undercover cop is among them.

Blind Intersections
This film follows the societal challenges three strangers in Beirut go through as unexpected events link their fates.

Camellia Sisters
Tensions rise and untold secrets surface for three royal sisters when a family treasure is stolen the night before an antique auction.

Locombianos
Four of Colombia's funniest and bawdiest comedians perform before a post-quarantine audience hungry for their stories.

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Fysh · 10-06-2021 12:15pm

FortuneChip wrote: »

Absolutely.
It's disgraceful.

They mention after two days without sleep brain function slows down. Guessing these lads started writing on day 4.

That's a shame.

Somewhat off-topic, but... If you want a properly good story with a similar basic premise (global outbreak of insomnia) "Nod" by Adrian Barnes is well worth a read.

Agent Coulson · 10-06-2021 7:11pm

I'm actually surprised this has taken so long.

Get the Netflix merch you always wanted, Well not here at the moment it's just open in the US.

https://www.netflix.shop/

Netflix Launches Branded Merchandise Site, In Search Of New Revenue Stream

Netflix is developing a version of Hollywood studios’ longtime revenue generator, launching an online store for branded merchandise.

The site, Netflix.shop, features items like Lupin throw pillows ($60), Yasuke anime hoodies designed by Hypwear’s Jordan Bentley ($74). While the site’s initial offerings are limited, the shop will soon expand to include items for shows like Bridgerton, Money Heist, The Witcher and Stranger Things. For now, the retail operation is up and running in the U.S. only, but it will reach global territories in the coming months, the company said.

https://deadline.com/2021/06/netflix-shop-branded-merchandise-lupin-bridgerton-stranger-things-1234773042/

peteeeed · 11-06-2021 8:15am

Lupin: Part 2
“This has gone too far.” That’s the sound of Lupin returning to Netflix this June. The series stars Omar Sy as Assane Diop, a master of disguise whose life was turned upside down when his father died after being accused of a crime he didn’t commit. 25 years later, Assane uses LeBlanc’s literary hero as his inspiration to get revenge.

Wish Dragon
Determined teen Din is longing to reconnect with his childhood best friend when he meets a wish-granting dragon who shows him the magic of possibilities.

Skater Girl
When a teen in rural India discovers a life-changing passion for skateboarding, she faces a rough road as she follows her dream to compete.

LEGO Friends: The Power of Friendship Season 2
Five best friends face adventures side by side in their hometown. Zany antics, love and missteps are better with friends!

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pixelburp · 11-06-2021 8:30am

Woohoo to the second part of Lupin.

Shaka Hislop · 11-06-2021 8:40am

pixelburp wrote: »

Woohoo to the second part of Lupin.

I loved, loved! the first half of the season, and have been waiting patiently for this

km79 · 11-06-2021 10:11am

Shaka Hislop wrote: »

I loved, loved! the first half of the season, and have been waiting patiently for this

I must watch it !

Niska · 11-06-2021 4:07pm

Teaser for the Kevin Smith helmed Masters of the Universe: Revelation (aka He Man)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81wyj65SJIo

budgemook · 11-06-2021 8:49pm

Niska wrote: »

Teaser for the Kevin Smith helmed Masters of the Universe: Revelation (aka He Man)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81wyj65SJIo

Kevin Smith - I don't know why I am always interested in what he has coming next when the reality is he hasn't done anything worth watching this millennium.

Basq · 11-06-2021 9:51pm

budgemook wrote: »

Kevin Smith - I don't know why I am always interested in what he has coming next when the reality is he hasn't done anything worth watching this millennium.

Yeah, same. Huge fan of the "View Askewniverse" so follow what he does closely but it's been pretty disappointing for a long time.

ShamoBuc · 11-06-2021 11:29pm

Spent the last few weeks watching 3 seasons of Fauda again.

Time well spent!

Heckler · 12-06-2021 1:15am

13 hours. Who would have expected it from Micheal Bay ?!

Right up there with SPR, Black hawk down, Lone Survivor.

Oh and until I saw a YLYL pic I never realised it was Jim Halperts love rival !!

12-06-2021 2:10am

FortuneChip wrote: »

Absolutely.
It's disgraceful.

They mention after two days without sleep brain function slows down. Guessing these lads started writing on day 4.

You're doing the Lords work my son.
Spared me tonight

Hande hoche! · 12-06-2021 8:28am

budgemook wrote: »

Kevin Smith - I don't know why I am always interested in what he has coming next when the reality is he hasn't done anything worth watching this millennium.

I pre-ordered the blu ray of Jay and Silent Bob Reboot. It was on of the worse things I have in the collection.

pixelburp · 12-06-2021 8:43am

Smith was a trailblazer in that he normalised geek culture back when it was still the ugly duckling of pop culture, looked down on as all a bit embarrassing. But like many of his type, the culture quickly outgrew him when it became mainstream and Ok to love comics, Star Wars etc. Not least cos corporations like Disney saw the purchasing power and went for it. Smith though never really developed his own schtick and ended up looking a bit regressive, despite standing still. What was charming, brazen enthusiasm suddenly came off like the stunted man child.

Heck I don't even believe he developed his directing, despite a large CV (IIRC the reason Bruce Willis exploded at Smith during the Cop Out shoot was cos Smith didn't know what lens he was using, much to Willis' chagrin). So helming a HeMan reboot feels very on brand for latter-day Smith

S.M.B. · 12-06-2021 9:04am

As much as I enjoyed those View Askew movies I've no desire to return to them, partly for the reasons outlined above.

Is there a mallrats two being developed? Or is that in limbo? I've no interest either way.

Will check out He Man out of curiosity but certainly not because of Smith's involvement.

Mr Crispy · 12-06-2021 10:52am

As apathetic as I am about the majority of his work, I'm still kinda hoping Moose Jaws get made.

Gloomtastic! · 12-06-2021 11:35am

Big fan of Elvis here so watched Elvis Presley The Searcher documentary.

Produced by Precilla, it’s a warts-and-all view that is mostly positive on his contribution to the world (or America mainly because Col. Parker wouldn’t let him leave the country due to his citizenship doubts).

Rfrip · 12-06-2021 8:06pm

Anyone watch the secret city? Australian political thriller…100 percent on rotten tomatoes…so I’m going in

igCorcaigh · 12-06-2021 9:03pm

Rfrip wrote: »

Anyone watch the secret city? Australian political thriller…100 percent on rotten tomatoes…so I’m going in

Decent rating of 7.4 on IMDB too, for what it's worth.
Let us know how it goes!

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