Netflix Recommendations Thread 3.0

Mr Crispy · 09-06-2021 10:19PM

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 10:36PM

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 07:26AM

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 11:15AM

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 06:11PM

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 07:15AM

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 07:30AM

Woohoo to the second part of Lupin.

Shaka Hislop · 11-06-2021 07:40AM

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 09:11AM

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 03:07PM

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 07:49PM

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 08:51PM

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 10:29PM

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

Time well spent!

Heckler · 12-06-2021 12:15AM

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 01:10AM

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 07:28AM

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 07:43AM

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 08:04AM

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 09:52AM

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

Gloomtastic! · 12-06-2021 10:35AM

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).

12-06-2021 07:06PM

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

igCorcaigh · 12-06-2021 08:03PM

Elisa Shapely Scatterbrain 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!

frag420 · 12-06-2021 08:17PM

Elisa Shapely Scatterbrain wrote: »

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

Watched it a year or so back, very good series!

Jackie Weaver is her typical great self in this and I
loved seeing Damon Herriman (Justified) too, another great actor!

Watch it!

Ikozma · 12-06-2021 10:30PM

"awake" christ netflix is churning out some major horse****

12-06-2021 10:32PM

Elisa Shapely Scatterbrain wrote: »

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

Worth watching imo

13-06-2021 06:58AM

Thanks all! Three episodes in and really enjoying it! A lot going on!

OldRio · 13-06-2021 07:20AM

Lupin.......... I'm finding it hard not to binge. Really good TV.

peteeeed · 13-06-2021 11:02AM

Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
This collection includes the acclaimed rock documentary about Metallica, plus a film checking in with the still-thriving group 10 years later.

The Devil Below
When a team of researchers tries to find out what started a fire in a coal mine, they quickly discover that the disaster is anything but natural.

Picture a Scientist
In this documentary, leading women scientists discuss the inequalities they've faced as they set out to create a new formula to make STEM open to all.

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13-06-2021 06:06PM

Finished first season of the secret city!

Very very good!

Fysh · 13-06-2021 07:47PM

I chucked on Freaks: You're One Of Us, a German Netflix original from last year. It had a promising trailer, but ended up being fairly mediocre - the first half is pretty solid and strikes a playful, arch tone along the lines of a much more confident version of No Heroics. But as things progress it fails to do anything new or different with its characters or setup and just feels like an echo of other stories, ending up as a weird mix of ideas we've already seen in films like Chronicle, The Incredibles and Glass.

It's not bad and it'll pass 90 minutes harmlessly, but it feels like a feature-length pilot for a tv series more than a film that works in its own right.

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