Author Topic: Black Mirror Now on Netflix. Use spoiler tags. (Read 59766 times)

ollick · « **Reply #80 on:** December 11, 2011, 11:56:49 pm »

The last one has Toby Keeble in it so definatley watching it.

Austin Powers · « **Reply #81 on:** December 12, 2011, 12:33:59 am »

Quote from: Siannn. on December 11, 2011, 10:52:54 pm

Terrifying and incredibly moving. Some of the best television I've seen in ages.

Quote from: Beav on December 11, 2011, 10:54:49 pm

Is there anything that's come out recently that's been so refreshing and brilliant?

Exactly how I felt. Thought tonight's was outstanding TV.

reniformis · « **Reply #82 on:** December 12, 2011, 12:50:35 am »

Just watched the first two episodes on 4oD. Good, powerful, stuff but I can't help thinking of Ben Elton before he went shit.

SMD · « **Reply #83 on:** December 12, 2011, 12:54:57 am »

Seen that comparison elsewhere. To be honest, it seems like it's part satire, part self reflection.

reniformis · « **Reply #84 on:** December 12, 2011, 01:04:07 am »

I'm not having a pop with the comparison, far from it. Ben Elton was one of my heroes. As is Brooker now. I'm glad someone has taken the torch, I thought it would be Gervais after the Extras/Big Brother scene but he's too busy apologising for being a twat.

SMD · « **Reply #85 on:** December 12, 2011, 01:05:44 am »

Not having a go, just saying that's what I thought.

Jake · « **Reply #86 on:** December 12, 2011, 01:08:17 am »

Quote from: reniformis on December 12, 2011, 01:04:07 am

I'm not having a pop with the comparison, far from it. Ben Elton was one of my heroes. As is Brooker now. I'm glad someone has taken the torch, I thought it would be Gervais after the Extras/Big Brother scene but he's too busy apologising for being a twat.

That last scene in the BB house in the Extras xmas special is one of the best scenes of British TV ever.

Next one doesn't look as good as this one and the one last week, but ill give it a go for sure.

reniformis · « **Reply #87 on:** December 12, 2011, 01:13:13 am »

Quote from: SMD on December 12, 2011, 01:05:44 am

Not having a go, just saying that's what I thought.

I'm off to watch Wraith Babes with a slight sense of self-loathing.

reniformis · « **Reply #88 on:** December 12, 2011, 01:16:56 am »

Quote from: Le Jake on December 12, 2011, 01:08:17 am

That last scene in the BB house in the Extras xmas special is one of the best scenes of British TV ever.

No-one could argue with that. They could try, but they'd be wrong.

Austin Powers · « **Reply #89 on:** December 12, 2011, 01:18:09 am »

Q&A about the show from Charlie Brooker.
http://charliebrooker.posterous.com/black-mirror-twitter-qa

Interesting/Boring? You decide!

PJG · « **Reply #90 on:** December 12, 2011, 08:07:42 am »

this is the best thing that's come out on TV since I've started watching TV.

Ziltoid · « **Reply #91 on:** December 12, 2011, 02:39:52 pm »

Great stuff. Couldn't help but think about the film Metropolis when they were all on the bikes, doing lunch etc. all monotonous stuff just to keep the "select few" in power and i suppose, increase their power.

The first with the PM was very dark, and quite disturbing. Excellent viewing again.

sideshowme · « **Reply #92 on:** December 13, 2011, 04:04:02 am »

for anyone who was unfamilar with the song before the show and has found themselves randomly humming the tune and saying "anyone!" to bemused looks from passers by, here is the brilliant original...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZY5rB067518

Garstonite · « **Reply #93 on:** December 13, 2011, 11:30:09 am »

The first two have been excellent viewing, but...

Quote from: PJG on December 12, 2011, 08:07:42 am

this is the best thing that's come out on TV since I've started watching TV.

... you're not looking in the right places, son.

Fitzy. · « **Reply #94 on:** December 14, 2011, 06:15:52 pm »

Watched both episodes. Enjoy how different the two episodes have been. The first one was more instantly shocking and grabbed you a lot more quickly. The second one was more of a slow burner but actually ultimately more thought-provoking overall.

Very good television. Wonder what the viewing figures have been.

Red Viper · « **Reply #95 on:** December 14, 2011, 11:12:37 pm »

Quote from: Fitzy. on December 14, 2011, 06:15:52 pm

Watched both episodes. Enjoy how different the two episodes have been. The first one was more instantly shocking and grabbed you a lot more quickly. The second one was more of a slow burner but actually ultimately more thought-provoking overall.

Very good television. Wonder what the viewing figures have been.

Probably not very good. But that's kind of the point isn't it? I mean if this kind of show had good viewing figures then it wouldn't need to be made to begin with. If that makes sense.

Austin Powers · « **Reply #96 on:** December 14, 2011, 11:16:54 pm »

Quote from: fordy87 on December 14, 2011, 11:12:37 pm

Probably not very good. But that's kind of the point isn't it? I mean if this kind of show had good viewing figures then it wouldn't need to be made to begin with. If that makes sense.

I'm not sure about that. I think just the fact it's made by Charlie Brooker will pull viewers in.
Will be interesting to see though.

Sammy5IsAlive · « **Reply #97 on:** December 15, 2011, 02:11:27 am »

Just watched the first two. Wasn't massively impressed with the first one but the second was absolutely brilliant. One of the most unsettling things I've seen on TV for a long time. I thought the last 10 minutes or so were a little bit weak but the rest of it was heart-rending.

Fitzy. · « **Reply #98 on:** December 15, 2011, 11:35:27 am »

Quote from: fordy87 on December 14, 2011, 11:12:37 pm

Probably not very good. But that's kind of the point isn't it? I mean if this kind of show had good viewing figures then it wouldn't need to be made to begin with. If that makes sense.

Agree to some extent. However, I think a lot of viewers of the X Factor and similar rubbish don't consider themselves viewers, if you know what I mean. They see themselves as outsiders looking into a world they essentially disapprove of. In that sense I think you can watch a drama like Black Mirror and feel empathy and "at one" with the satirical message even though you are to some extent complicit in the exploitation that reality talent shows indulge in.

We all like to think we are above voyeurism, but are we really? That's what makes the two episodes so uncomfortable. It's an exaggerated reality that we can condemn but we may be guilty of partaking in mob-type behaviour and encouraging the kind of things Brooker condemns.

lfc786 · « **Reply #99 on:** December 15, 2011, 11:37:29 am »

i was expecting more prime minister stuff wasn't expecting that had to check a few times if i was watching the right show but it was good i enjoyed it was a bit crazy though

Chinbits · « **Reply #100 on:** December 15, 2011, 12:43:47 pm »

Think these have been excellent. The part when the guy had the glass to his neck in front of the judges was intense, great acting.

The Bill Hicks Appreciation Society · « **Reply #101 on:** December 16, 2011, 06:30:53 am »

Was going to start a thread on this, but thought I'd do a search in case. Seems I was way behind, didn't see any publicity for this at all (probably the downside of not having a telly anymore) but watched the first two back to back last night in work after glancing to see what was on 4OD. By far the best television in ages, loved both of them. Can't wait for a The Entire of History of You.

eirwen · « **Reply #102 on:** December 16, 2011, 08:12:03 pm »

Just watched the two episodes. This is absolutely brilliant.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #103 on:** December 16, 2011, 11:22:54 pm »

Haha i only watched the second one. Been meaning to watch the first one but am in the pub and only found out 5 minutes ago my good mate Rory played the Prime Minister in it

Rusty Oysterburger · « **Reply #104 on:** December 16, 2011, 11:28:44 pm »

Really enjoying this show, a modern day Twilight Zone. Hope Channel 4 pick up a full series of it with Brooker as the Rod Serling type show runner.

First two have been fantastic; well made, original, funny, dark, relevant and thought provoking.

planet-terror · « **Reply #105 on:** December 18, 2011, 07:48:04 pm »

SMD · « **Reply #106 on:** December 18, 2011, 07:49:10 pm »

On at 9, yeah?

planet-terror · « **Reply #107 on:** December 18, 2011, 07:58:50 pm »

Quote from: SMD on December 18, 2011, 07:49:10 pm

On at 9, yeah?

yup

Ray K · « **Reply #108 on:** December 18, 2011, 08:14:09 pm »

This one is written by Jesse Armstrong, co-writer of Peep Show and The Thick of It, amongst others.

I know I'm late coming to this party, but last week's 15 Million Merits was a stunning piece of television. Wonderfully acted, tremendous production design (the whole thing looked as stylish as an expensive Hollywood movie), and a genuinely thought-provoking hour-and-a-bit of telly.
I knew Charlie had this in him, but Konnie?

Circa1892 · « **Reply #109 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:50:06 pm »

The message in this one is probably the most interesting, but slightly ruined by the fact the protagonist is an absolute psychotic bellend...

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #110 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:50:45 pm »

Loving this. I want a redo thingummy.

And Could He Play · « **Reply #111 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:51:51 pm »

how did i miss this, just watching this one now, boss.

Hazell · « **Reply #112 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:53:02 pm »

Quote from: The 5th Benitle on December 18, 2011, 09:50:45 pm

Loving this. I want a redo thingummy.

Could rewatch liverpool games. Would be boss.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #113 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:55:14 pm »

Quote from: Hazell on December 18, 2011, 09:53:02 pm

Could rewatch liverpool games. Would be boss.

I was thinking about my first ever threesome, but yeah, Liverpool games too

Hazell · « **Reply #114 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:57:15 pm »

That was pretty fucking good. In fact, all 3 were excellent.

Hazell · « **Reply #115 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:57:46 pm »

Quote from: The 5th Benitle on December 18, 2011, 09:55:14 pm

I was thinking about my first ever threesome, but yeah, Liverpool games too

Good to see you've got your priorities in order.

And Could He Play · « **Reply #116 on:** December 18, 2011, 09:57:59 pm »

was the fucking kid his or not/

i presume no.

slags.

SMD · « **Reply #117 on:** December 18, 2011, 10:00:33 pm »

Quote from: The 5th Benitle on December 18, 2011, 09:50:45 pm

Loving this. I want a redo thingummy.

Still feel like this?

just Riggins? · « **Reply #118 on:** December 18, 2011, 10:01:35 pm »

That was brilliant.

Red Viper · « **Reply #119 on:** December 18, 2011, 10:01:37 pm »

Brilliant but very uncomfortable viewing.