Mr. Robot

[yogiii]

I've watched two episodes so far and thought it was really good.  I think anyone who is an introvert would especially enjoy it.  The main characters interactions with people are very funny.

[steph08]

I was going to watch it, but forgot to set the DVR. I will have to see if I can find the episodes I missed.

I have always enjoyed the USA shows, but they keep cancelling the ones that I watch (Monk, Psych, Necessary Roughness, Covert Affairs, Sirens), so I am just down to Suits and Royal Pains.

And the newer ones that I have checked out (Dig, that one I can't remember the name of that has the guy from Les Mis...) haven't been anything great.

[The Captain]

Dh is really into it.  I think it's highly intelligent writing, the acting is very good, and for once we have a plausible plot.

There are elements that I don't think add to the story in any way, and to be honest those are really turning me off.

I get that the "hero" isn't perfect - BUT they glamorize the flaw wayyyyy to much IMHO and it's really out of character (from what I know of those types, heck - I'm one myself) for them to engage in those activities.

Don't want to put spoilers out, but if you've watched the show you know what I'm talking about.

[movingforward]

I watched it a couple of times.  I liked it okay but I only have so much time and there are other shows I like better so I dropped it.  Showtime is now available on my Roku and I have been watching a bunch of those series.  If it comes to Netflix I might try it again.  I have only had cable for a few months because they gave me a really good deal but it seems like I continue to mainly watch stuff I stream on my Roku (with the exception of TNT - I LOVE Major Crimes, Rizzoli and Isles, and Falling Skies).

[yogiii]

Jul 30, 2015 8:36:21 GMT -5 The Captain said:

Dh is really into it.  I think it's highly intelligent writing, the acting is very good, and for once we have a plausible plot.

There are elements that I don't think add to the story in any way, and to be honest those are really turning me off.

I get that the "hero" isn't perfect - BUT they glamorize the flaw wayyyyy to much IMHO and it's really out of character (from what I know of those types, heck - I'm one myself) for them to engage in those activities.

Don't want to put spoilers out, but if you've watched the show you know what I'm talking about.

First Orphan Black, now this, your DH and I have too much TV in common.

If the flaw is the one I'm thinking of, they sort of allude to an explanation to it a few episodes in.

[The Captain]

Jul 30, 2015 13:56:07 GMT -5 yogiii said:

Jul 30, 2015 8:36:21 GMT -5 The Captain said:

Dh is really into it.  I think it's highly intelligent writing, the acting is very good, and for once we have a plausible plot.

There are elements that I don't think add to the story in any way, and to be honest those are really turning me off.

I get that the "hero" isn't perfect - BUT they glamorize the flaw wayyyyy to much IMHO and it's really out of character (from what I know of those types, heck - I'm one myself) for them to engage in those activities.

Don't want to put spoilers out, but if you've watched the show you know what I'm talking about.

First Orphan Black, now this, your DH and I have too much TV in common.

If the flaw is the one I'm thinking of, they sort of allude to an explanation to it a few episodes in.

Hmmm, I must've missed that - was it good writing or just empty fluff? If you're talking about the event he shares with the blonde chick I'd call that empty fluff.

[yogiii]

Jul 30, 2015 14:00:37 GMT -5 The Captain said:

Jul 30, 2015 13:56:07 GMT -5 yogiii said:

First Orphan Black, now this, your DH and I have too much TV in common.

If the flaw is the one I'm thinking of, they sort of allude to an explanation to it a few episodes in.

Hmmm, I must've missed that - was it good writing or just empty fluff? If you're talking about the event he shares with the blonde chick I'd call that empty fluff.

Not the event but this ...

SPOILER: Click to show

They show him as a kid with his Mom and she's basically just being a jerk and belittling him, in another scene she may have even pushed him. So I assumed it was due to his awful childhood

It's kind of fluffy I guess but seems like it could happen. I don't think they are really glamorizing that lifestyle though.  Seems scary as hell to me!

[Icelandic Woman]

I have heard good things about this show but haven't tried to watch. Maybe when my regular summer shows are done I will check it out on demand.

[Icelandic Woman]

So I was off today and instead of doing the list of things I needed to do around the house I binge watched the whole season of this show.
I think I like it. LOL It was just so all over the place and hard to follow sometimes. But interesting enough to keep me watching.
I agree the writing and acting is very good.
I think I will watch it next season.

[yogiii]

Oh wow that must have been intense, all in one day!

[Icelandic Woman]

Okay so after enjoying the first season very much I have to say I am having a hard time with the 2nd one. I have only watched 4 episodes but I am lost. It is so all over the place and very confusing and I am losing interest. Is anyone else watching season 2? What do you think?

[yogiii]

It's ok but not as good as season 1.  Angela is particularly annoying this season, IMO.

[NoNamePerson]

Jul 30, 2015 7:20:11 GMT -5 steph08 said:

I was going to watch it, but forgot to set the DVR. I will have to see if I can find the episodes I missed.

I have always enjoyed the USA shows, but they keep cancelling the ones that I watch (Monk, Psych, Necessary Roughness, Covert Affairs, Sirens), so I am just down to Suits and Royal Pains.

And the newer ones that I have checked out (Dig, that one I can't remember the name of that has the guy from Les Mis...) haven't been anything great.

And White Collar  I need to start  watching Mr. Robot since I hear it is good. Some of the newer USA shows just haven't held my attention very long. I Like Suits but not a fan of prison shows so have let that one slide lately.

[steph08]

Aug 27, 2016 13:25:35 GMT -5 NoNamePerson said:

Jul 30, 2015 7:20:11 GMT -5 steph08 said:

I was going to watch it, but forgot to set the DVR. I will have to see if I can find the episodes I missed.

I have always enjoyed the USA shows, but they keep cancelling the ones that I watch (Monk, Psych, Necessary Roughness, Covert Affairs, Sirens), so I am just down to Suits and Royal Pains.

And the newer ones that I have checked out (Dig, that one I can't remember the name of that has the guy from Les Mis...) haven't been anything great.

And White Collar  I need to start  watching Mr. Robot since I hear it is good. Some of the newer USA shows just haven't held my attention very long. I Like Suits but not a fan of prison shows so have let that one slide lately.

I also let Suits slide because I couldn't take the whole "when will they find out about mike?" Thing anymore. And now White Collar is gone, too. So I don't watch any usa shows. Maybe I will try out Mr. Robot.