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The Sofa (General Chat Thread)

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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,067 ✭✭✭✭fryup


    i was watching bbc NI newsline this evening and when a government official was giving a press conference they were two sign language people behind him??

    whats that about :confused:


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 60,881 ✭✭✭✭Agent Coulson


    Life on Mars creator confirms third and final series is in the works

    Matthew Graham says new series of show will be set in 70s, 80s and an alternate present
    Fire up the Quattro: Life on Mars is to return for a third and final series set in the 70s, 80s and an alternate present, its creator has confirmed.

    The BBC series, which aired between 2006 and 2007 and followed a detective – presumed dead or in a coma after a car accident – who was transported back in time to 1970s Manchester.

    A huge ratings success with an epic soundtrack and memorable central pairing of the cantankerous, sweary boss DCI Gene Hunt (Philip Glenister) and his time-travelling sidekick, DI Sam Tyler (John Simm), it also led to a 2008 spinoff, Ashes to Ashes, starring Keeley Hawes.

    In a Twitter webchat to accompany an online watch-along for the show’s first two series, its co-creator Matthew Graham said: “We would never make another Mars unless we really had something to say and could push the envelope all over again. Finally, we have something.”

    https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2020/apr/03/life-on-mars-creator-third-final-series-in-works-bbc


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators Posts: 36,711 CMod ✭✭✭✭pixelburp


    Wait, I'm confused. Didn't Ashes to Ashes effectively cap off Life on Mars, at least insofar as what the deal with the coma-time-travel related to? Seems strange to revisit it after all this time. The "alternate present" comment has me curious though


  • Registered Users Posts: 52 ✭✭1012594711


    I really enjoyed the 'last' Ashes to Ashes episode with the seemingly friendly 'new boss' that Alex and the others almost got 'recruited' by, 'rescued' by Gene Hunt just in time. I would hope there is a new 'Life on Mars' series


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,317 ✭✭✭Speedsie
    ¡arriba, arriba! ¡andale, andale!


    fryup wrote: »
    i was watching bbc NI newsline this evening and when a government official was giving a press conference they were two sign language people behind him??

    whats that about :confused:

    I imagine one was signing using BSL (British Sign Language) and the other ISL (Irish Sign Language), could be wrong of course as I don't speak (read?) either.

    It did look a little odd though.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,067 ✭✭✭✭fryup


    ISL (Irish Sign Language) :confused:

    but i thought there was only one sign language ?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    Would be handy (no pun intended) if that was the case. But they also have American sign language. I guess to remove 'u's
    I'm assuming Australia has their own as well.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,966 ✭✭✭cdgalwegian


    CastorTroy wrote: »
    Would be handy (no pun intended) if that was the case. But they also have American sign language. I guess to remove 'u's
    I'm assuming Australia has their own as well.
    Does Australian sign language have a question mark at the end of every sentence? I'm not being facetious? I'm just curious?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,317 ✭✭✭Speedsie
    ¡arriba, arriba! ¡andale, andale!


    fryup wrote: »
    ISL (Irish Sign Language) :confused:

    but i thought there was only one sign language ?

    It would make sense if there was, but there isn't. Not sure how many there are worldwide, but I remember hearing a radio programme years ago about someone who grew up with deaf parents, and they even had different versions, one male one female as sign language was gendered.

    There's another version of ISL in use in Ireland for infants & special needs people, it's a truncated version of ISL, so probably more like a dialect.

    And yes, I know it's ironic to listen to a radio programme about deafness!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    Mentioned here before but was watching this week's episode of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and they had Fight Song signed by a number of deaf people. Can be seen here

    https://www.facebook.com/ZoeysExtraordinaryPlaylistFrance/videos/2700306840213905/


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 60,881 ✭✭✭✭Agent Coulson


    TV Doctors and Nurses.......

    Fake Doctors and Nurses Thanking all Health Care Workers.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B-srqxSn3nl/


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,966 ✭✭✭cdgalwegian


    Like something out of Viz, this would be a Top Tip for film producers:

    If any film producers want to get a post-apocalyptic film made on the cheap with deserted streets etc, now might be a time to get one made. Garda clearance pending of course, though wide shots taken from a van would be easy enough. Get the shots now- write the plot later.

    Except I'd say this will be evident in years to come.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 32,135 ✭✭✭✭odyssey06


    Watching Victorian 'lady detective' series Miss Scarlett and the Duke on Alibi, it's nothing special as a show - the cast are better than the material. It has added Irish interest as filmed in Dublin, I think I saw Temple Bar archway double as the entrance to a seedy bar.
    And every now and then you'll hear an Irish accent creep in unintentionally from those in minor roles.

    "To follow knowledge like a sinking star..." (Tennyson's Ulysses)



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    Watched the first episode. Have the second. Might watch it tomorrow and decide after that whether to keep watching.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 60,881 ✭✭✭✭Agent Coulson


    I would be guessing a lot of shows on the bubble of being cancelled will get an extra season pick up now and there won't be many new shows starting next season.


    Easier to keep going with what you have than start a fresh when there is so much uncertainty.


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 18,506 CMod ✭✭✭✭The Black Oil


    I would be guessing a lot of shows on the bubble of being cancelled will get an extra season pick up now and there won't be many new shows starting next season.


    Easier to keep going with what you have than start a fresh when there is so much uncertainty.

    Short piece here in THR about the state of play right now.

    https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tv-upfronts-pushed-as-coronavirus-keeps-industry-flux-1289834


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    After this is all over, can see a lot of new shows being announced from some of the big name writers/creators who've had loads of time to write.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,821 ✭✭✭✭Eod100


    New series called Devs starting on BBC 2 tomorrow at 9pm. Might be worth a watch!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 44,030 ✭✭✭✭Basq


    Eod100 wrote: »
    New series called Devs starting on BBC 2 tomorrow at 9pm. Might be worth a watch!
    It’s the Alex Garland one, right? Watched the first episode and didn’t really grab me, but have heard good things about it.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,821 ✭✭✭✭Eod100


    Basq wrote: »
    It’s the Alex Garland one, right? Watched the first episode and didn’t really grab me, but have heard good things about it.

    Yeah that's the one! Yeah seemed decent from the trailer. Think I'll give it a go, with the lockdown especially sure!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,966 ✭✭✭cdgalwegian


    Eod100 wrote: »
    New series called Devs starting on BBC 2 tomorrow at 9pm. Might be worth a watch!
    Basq wrote: »
    It’s the Alex Garland one, right? Watched the first episode and didn’t really grab me, but have heard good things about it.
    Thread for it here: (FX on Hulu)
    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=112211705

    I've watched the first two; it's slow-burn sci-fi, just like Garland's film Ex Machina, but it is intriguing as to what is going on (drip-feed of what Devs actually does).


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    Just started watching Happy season 2. I couldn't remember much about what happened in season 1 so looked for a recap.
    Why are the official recaps for shows so bad? Was the same for Westworld. If anyone should know what storylines/details from previous seasons are important to know, it's the makers.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 55,534 ✭✭✭✭Mr E


    I've been following a competitive tattoo reality show called Ink Master religiously since Season 1 (now in Season 13). The second last episode was last night and the 3 finalists were all set to compete in next week's finale.

    I'll spoiler the next bit in case anyone hasn't watched last night's episode yet -
    Since there is a big gap of 3 or 4 months between the second last episode and the finale being filmed, COVID-19 landed during the break. There was an announcement at the end to say that they decided to cancel the finale completely and just give the 3 finalists a cash prize instead. I can understand why it happened but after sitting through 15 episodes, it was a bit deflating for me as a viewer...

    I wonder if any other reality shows will be similarly affected (I know Big Brother Canada had a similar problem and had to end early).


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators Posts: 36,711 CMod ✭✭✭✭pixelburp


    Mr E wrote: »
    I've been following a competitive tattoo reality show [...].

    I keep reading this sentence and still don't understand it.

    TV has finally run out of things to broadcast, it's official.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 55,534 ✭✭✭✭Mr E


    It's an elimination competition where the contestants have to do themed tattoos and are judged to determine winners and losers. Someone is eliminated every week, etc. etc.
    Same as any other competitive reality TV show (Survivor, Masterchef, Big Brother etc.). :)

    It's a good format in fairness. One of the better shows of its ilk.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,067 ✭✭✭✭Tom Mann Centuria


    The demise of reality TV, or even better, scripted reality, would be a lovely side effect of covid.

    Oh well, give me an easy life and a peaceful death.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 44,030 ✭✭✭✭Basq


    The demise of reality TV, or even better, scripted reality, would be a lovely side effect of covid.
    Netflix are thriving:



    :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,067 ✭✭✭✭Tom Mann Centuria


    Basq wrote: »

    I know, but a man can dream.

    Oh well, give me an easy life and a peaceful death.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    New Saved by the Bell anyone?



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 44,030 ✭✭✭✭Basq


    CastorTroy wrote: »
    New Saved by the Bell anyone?

    Looks like the right amount of tongue-in-cheek...could be fun!


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,503 ✭✭✭✭Also Starring LeVar Burton


    CastorTroy wrote: »
    New Saved by the Bell anyone?


    I'm so on board, especially as it seems to be single cam with no laugh track. As long as it doesn't try to take itself too seriously it should be a lot of fun.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    Going by Slater's conversation with the 2 boys about their parents, I think it's safe to say it won't be too serious.


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 18,506 CMod ✭✭✭✭The Black Oil


    San Diego Comic-Con's been cancelled for the first time in its 50 year history.


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators Posts: 36,711 CMod ✭✭✭✭pixelburp


    I'm honestly surprised it took this long!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 38,885 ✭✭✭✭PTH2009


    Getting new Reeling In The Years episodes I've heard. 2010-2019

    Virgin Medias 'Don't look back in anger' was alright but didn't have that RITY charm


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 60,881 ✭✭✭✭Agent Coulson


    A special isolation Charlie Brooker’s Antiviral Wipe look at the pandemic has been ordered by BBC 2.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 44,030 ✭✭✭✭Basq


    ^ Grim but entertaining viewing no doubt!


  • Registered Users Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭FFVII


    PTH2009 wrote: »
    Getting new Reeling In The Years episodes I've heard. 2010-2019
    ooooh no, brexit.


    trump


    panda


    they can fu*k off


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,503 ✭✭✭✭Also Starring LeVar Burton


    If any of ye are interested, I'm running a Best Sitcom Character (US & Canada) tournament over in Forum Games. :D
    If you're joining in, and especially if you're unfamiliar with Forum Games Tournaments, please read the first post before posting.

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2058072659


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 60,881 ✭✭✭✭Agent Coulson


    Sky has stopped all drama production until spring 2021.


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  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 18,506 CMod ✭✭✭✭The Black Oil


    Watching episodes now, seeing two characters sitting next to each other and my first thought is they should be social distancing...


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 60,881 ✭✭✭✭Agent Coulson


    The Sherlocks directed by Danny Boyle.
    Danny Boyle's monster hit Frankenstein with Benedict Cumberbatch as the creature and Jonny Lee Miller as Victor Frankenstein



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,503 ✭✭✭✭Also Starring LeVar Burton


    If any of ye are interested, I'm running a Best Sitcom Character (US & Canada) tournament over in Forum Games. :D
    If you're joining in, and especially if you're unfamiliar with Forum Games Tournaments, please read the first post before posting.

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2058072659

    Just in case, anyone wasn't interested in following the entire tournament, but would like to have a say in the Semi-Finals and Finals, that's all happening right now, and all are welcome to come and cast a vote (and give a reason for that vote - no reason means vote is invalid), would be great to have some of the TV Forum regulars to weigh in for the Final Day.

    The final 4 has been whittled down to Niles Crane, Ron Swanson, Rachel Green, and Chandler Bing after some big big upsets along the way

    First Semi-Final is currently underway between Niles and Rachel and that ends @14.30

    Second Semi-Final goes up right after and will go from 14.30-16.00

    The Final will run from 16.00-20.00


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 44,030 ✭✭✭✭Basq


    Man, this P&R reunion is painful!

    I wasn't expecting much and I know it's for a good cause but it's just nothing but lazy callbacks and cringey reaction shots to jokes which would have been on the cutting room floor in it's prime.


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 18,506 CMod ✭✭✭✭The Black Oil




  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,284 ✭✭✭✭CastorTroy


    I remember saying before that it would be great if they stopped making new shows to give me time to catch up, but not like this.


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators Posts: 36,711 CMod ✭✭✭✭pixelburp


    I wonder if in the absence of drama productions will stations lean into the cheap programming of reality TV. The idea of Netflix getting even more bloated with shovelware trash like Tiger King gives me pause over my sub.


  • Registered Users Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭FFVII


    pixelburp wrote: »
    I wonder if in the absence of drama productions will stations lean into the cheap programming of reality TV. The idea of Netflix getting even more bloated with shovelware trash like Tiger King gives me pause over my sub.

    Is money heist on there?

    That'll keep you going for awhile.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 45,630 ✭✭✭✭Mr.Nice Guy


    I finished The Pacific the other day. I saw a couple of episodes when it first aired a decade ago but never completed it, but I stuck with it this time. I had rewatched Band of Brothers shortly before this, so it was interesting to compare the two.

    Production-wise, everything is very well done and polished, and the score is terrific, but the biggest problem for me was the characters. I struggled to care about any of them, with the exception of John Basilone. This becomes a real problem in episode 9 where the American soldiers are just so obnoxious: if they're not picking on POWs and calling them racist names, they're picking on one another, and at one stage one of the soldiers tries to pry gold teeth out of a Japanese soldier who is not even dead. The soldier played by Rami Malek comes across like a total psychopath and it's bizarre how in the last episode the show is almost trying to make the viewer feel sad that these guys are leaving one another.

    Maybe this was authentic and true to life but it doesn't make me want to invest in these men, and certainly not the way I was with the BoB soldiers.

    Band of Brothers seemed to have more action too. The Pacific has more romance and it felt quite weak to me.

    I'd say it's worth a look if you're interested in history. Wouldn't call it a classic by any means, however. I'd happily rewatch Band of Brothers but can't say the same for this show.


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  • Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,483 ✭✭✭mr_fegelien


    Does anyone know why TV children/teens show a lot of blatant disrespect to their parents that wouldn't be tolerated irl? It seems to be a common theme in many many TV programmes


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