Topic: American Gods

[kennedy81]

The music in this show is fantastic. Brian Retzell is the guy responsible. He also did the music for Hannibal, which I remember gushing about at the time.

[Xxavi]

The show is good, but it cannot be this slow all the time. They better start including some explanations along the way.

[Red_Irishman]

Tried the first 2 episodes and gave up. Probably just not my kind of show. Looks great though

[Xxavi]

Tried the first 2 episodes and gave up. Probably just not my kind of show. Looks great though

I am thinking that the creators expected everybody to be familiar with the story, that the viewers have made their background research, read, watched the show trailers etc. But what if they haven't? I am afraid the show will struggle to attract unfamiliar viewers.

I am unfamiliar with the story, only watched the trailer, so it has been annoying not to know what is going on for 3 episodes. You cannot expect unfamiliar viewers to be attracted to a story they have 0 clues about.

[Brian Blessed]

I am thinking that the creators expected everybody to be familiar with the story, that the viewers have made their background research, read, watched the show trailers etc. But what if they haven't? I am afraid the show will struggle to attract unfamiliar viewers.

I am unfamiliar with the story, only watched the trailer, so it has been annoying not to know what is going on for 3 episodes. You cannot expect unfamiliar viewers to be attracted to a story they have 0 clues about.

It's playing out exactly like the book.

[Red_Irishman]

I am thinking that the creators expected everybody to be familiar with the story, that the viewers have made their background research, read, watched the show trailers etc. But what if they haven't? I am afraid the show will struggle to attract unfamiliar viewers.

I am unfamiliar with the story, only watched the trailer, so it has been annoying not to know what is going on for 3 episodes. You cannot expect unfamiliar viewers to be attracted to a story they have 0 clues about.

This is exactly the issue. Had no idea what was going on in first two episodes. Well obviously had a basic outline but had to read online recaps to get a grip of the story.

Really nice looking show though.

[Xxavi]

It's playing out exactly like the book.

Really? Surprised so many people liked the book then.

Judging from the IMDB reviews, the show seems to be very polarizing for the audience. The book readers seem to be happy with it (8-10/10 ratings), whereas everybody else is complaining (1-5/10 ratings). I am OK with a bit of mystery, slow shows if done OK. But 3 episodes in, its a lot of chatting, drinking, fighting (pointlessly), walking, driving. Literally nothing has happened that couldn't have been fit in 30-40 minutes. In this day and age when the TV shows are competing with 100s of others, this simply is not going to be good enough to attract attention. Amazon apparently advertised it as their Game of Thrones, which is delusional.

Like True Detective season 2, I keep watching this in the hope of a major change for the better. Also, I like shows with supernatural elements. But it has been testing my patience. This weekend alone, Netflix are releasing highly anticipated The Keepers, and Twin Peaks is also returning.

[Brian Blessed]

It might be one you'd be better off binging, I'm not sure.

[Buck Pete]

It might be one you'd be better off binging, I'm not sure.

I think he just needs to move onto something else. Why continue with something you're not enjoying when there's a plethora of other shows to watch.

It clearly isn't for everyone.

I couldn't give two hoots about IMDB ratings or if I'm the only person on the planet watching it.  I haven't read the book either and still think Its great.

Like Better Call Saul, its one of those slow, simmering, wonderful looking shows to kick off your shoes, sit back and let it flow.

[Brian Blessed]

I think he just needs to move onto something else. Why continue with something you're not enjoying when there's a plethora of other shows to watch.

It clearly isn't for everyone.

I couldn't give two hoots about IMDB ratings or if I'm the only person on the planet watching it.  I haven't read the book either and still think Its great.

Like Better Call Saul, its one of those slow, simmering, wonderful looking shows to kick off your shoes, sit back and let it flow.

You don't define what you watch and like with IMDB ratings? There is something seriously wrong with you, Peter.

[conman]

Really? Surprised so many people liked the book then.

Judging from the IMDB reviews, the show seems to be very polarizing for the audience. The book readers seem to be happy with it (8-10/10 ratings), whereas everybody else is complaining (1-5/10 ratings). I am OK with a bit of mystery, slow shows if done OK. But 3 episodes in, its a lot of chatting, drinking, fighting (pointlessly), walking, driving. Literally nothing has happened that couldn't have been fit in 30-40 minutes. In this day and age when the TV shows are competing with 100s of others, this simply is not going to be good enough to attract attention. Amazon apparently advertised it as their Game of Thrones, which is delusional.

Like True Detective season 2, I keep watching this in the hope of a major change for the better. Also, I like shows with supernatural elements. But it has been testing my patience. This weekend alone, Netflix are releasing highly anticipated The Keepers, and Twin Peaks is also returning.

I haven't read the book, and think this is a 10/10 show so far. I've recommended it to so many people. Sure, I like science fiction & mythology, but this show is absolutely stunning.

GOT is pretty slow too, but very very popular.

[Pistolero]

that the viewers have made their background research, read, watched the show trailers etc.

I make a point of avoiding any information at all about a new show...hate trailers, blurbs and reviews of any description......if it stands up it stands up........digging 'Gods' , confusing, but more than enough going on to keep me on board

[B0151?]

This is exactly the issue. Had no idea what was going on in first two episodes. Well obviously had a basic outline but had to read online recaps to get a grip of the story.

Really nice looking show though.

honestly the book is the same, still had me enthralled though. i would maybe revisit it when theyre all out and you can binge

[conman]

honestly the book is the same, still had me enthralled though. i would maybe revisit it when theyre all out and you can binge

I am going to read the book before season 2 starts.

[Trada]

What to say about episode 4?

 I think weird as fuck sums it up.

[Buck Pete]

What to say about episode 4?

 I think weird as fuck sums it up.

I agree but I also think. Absolutely Brilliant could also sum it up

What an episode and what performances from the two female leads.

The last 20 minutes especially was fucking ace.   

Love this show so much

[brownie 09]

I agree but I also think. Absolutely Brilliant could also sum it up

What an episode and what performances from the two female leads.

The last 20 minutes especially was fucking ace.   

Love this show so much

its the most bizzare show ever. It's brilliant and quite funny too.

Really enjoying it.

[Trada]

I agree but I also think. Absolutely Brilliant could also sum it up

What an episode and what performances from the two female leads.

The last 20 minutes especially was fucking ace.   

Love this show so much

Yes it was all about the build up to those last 20 minutes.

In the first part it took we a while to work out what was going on and what time zone we were in.if you know what I mean.

[Pistolero]

man alive, episode 4....an absolutely stunning hour of TV...visual storytelling at its very best
...and Emily Browning, wow what an actress.......the first 3 eps were impressive but this one blew me away......more please

[JongWK]

Episode 4 was amazing.

Every scene with Audrey had me in tears, laughing hard in disbelief. It was such a change of tone. 

[Buck Pete]

Episode 4 was amazing.

Every scene with Audrey had me in tears, laughing hard in disbelief. It was such a change of tone. 

Same.

Audrey is my favourite character. The two episodes she has appeared  in she has stolen the show.

As you say, dark humour at its best.

[Trada]

Wow David Bowie God and amazingly Gillian looks so good as him.

[Trada]

"My lucky coin Ginger minge"

[Trada]

stunning.

[Mikeebee]

".... Ginger minge"

phrases that I never thought I'd hear after I left school, let alone on a TV programme

[JongWK]

It keeps getting better and better.

Crisping Glover and Gillian Anderson are having so much fun playing their roles.

[McrRed]

Just caught up... I'd been keeping out of here.

I have absolutely no bloody idea what's happening but content to sit along for the ride. This series is fucking brilliant, just so enjoyable!

[Something Worse]

Just caught up... I'd been keeping out of here.

I have absolutely no bloody idea what's happening but content to sit along for the ride. This series is fucking brilliant, just so enjoyable!

Last episode should make more sense, did you figure out who Wednesday is yet?

[Macphisto80]

Just realised that's George McFly.

[newrosswaterford]

Just realised that's George McFly.

Haha just looked that up myself, knew him couldn't place.

I read the books of this long enough ago that a lot of it is refreshing rather. Which is nice, still a little bit of surprise.

[B0151?]

Loved the last episode

Spoiler

Really nice that we get more of Salim, enjoyed those 3 together. 

[close]

[Brian Blessed]

Loved the last episode

Spoiler

Really nice that we get more of Salim, enjoyed those 3 together. 

[close]

That made me grin. What a road trip

[Sahara]

I think the way some feel in regards to American Gods is how I felt when I watched Preacher I hadn't read the book and had to read online recap reviews to get a gist of the story but I don't feel that way at all with American Gods. I have been able to follow the story without recaps and have found it entertaining.

[Yiannis]

Hmm...I too didn't have an idea about Preacher before but the weirdness and the "what the hell is going on'' factor on American Gods is on another level.

[Sahara]

Hmm...I too didn't have an idea about Preacher before but the weirdness and the "what the hell is going on'' factor on American Gods is on another level.

Out of Twin Peaks, Preacher, Legion and American Gods I have found the latter more accessible to my own coherence.

[Sarge]

Cannot get my head around this, I'm out!

[JongWK]

Cannot get my head around this, I'm out!

Only two episodes left this season, and you are bailing out? 

[Nobby Reserve]

The guy who plays Shadow Moon's a bit dull, 

In the book, it mentions more than once that Shadow is the sort of person who, despite his bulk,  naturally fades into the background, doesn't seek to take the limelight.

[Pistolero]

very enjoyable mindbender of a show....pleasantly impenetrable at times if, like me, you're unfamiliar with the books (btw, no spoilers please) but looks and sounds great - the freeform jazz score that accompanied the latest episode was boss - and gives you enough to keep you wanting more....excellent stuff

[pezzzer]

As an avid box set lover( and I've clocked up way too many hours over the last few years) I've got to say this is spell binding stuff. I've never watched a show quite like it and I'm loving the pacing and direction it's taking. Very good indeed