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[mclaincausey]

I mean they directly address that he’s trying to implement a brigade, coming from a fine dining background, in a steak sandwich place so yes/oui chef makes total sense in that context. There is even pushback from the cast members so I’m not sure what is cringeworthy about it: they overtly address the whole thing.

[HeavyGenes]

Shogun is the only show on right now that has my interest. Acting and production value are top notch. The way they are telling their story is very captivating. Not since GoT sans last season have I thought this about a TV show. The story telling is very layered, and the pacing is impeccable. Hiroyuki Sanada performance has been awesome, only rivaled by Anna Sawai's performance she has been excellent.

[jordanscollected]

@HeavyGenes Have you tried Tokyo Vice? The second season just wrapped up and they may not make more. It's one of the best shows on TV and it flew under the radar for most.

[HeavyGenes]

@jordanscollected I have not heard of it, but i will seek it out. Thanks for the tip.

[jiminstitches]

@HeavyGenes agreed I just watched the latest episode, I’ve found it fascinating, some really incredible tense scenes too. I can see myself watching this again. Anna Sawai's Performance has been mesmerising.

[Jett129]

I watched both seasons of The Bear and the went back and totally rewatched Season 1 and several episodes of Season 2.(Forks and Fishes)The first time around I missed a lot of stuff in Season 1 that’s referenced in Season 2. The creator of the show is,apparently, a real denim head,and the star is just learning about it. Maybe get the creator guy on Iron Cast.

[HeavyGenes]

@jiminstitches Totally, re-watching Hiromatsu's seppuku the scond time was really different after knowing what was really going on. It was so good.

[Giles]

If you think Gillian Anderson ( @neph93 ) or Rufus Sewell are amazing or that Ponce Prince Andrew is a gigantic cock, then you will LOVE Scoop.....

[jiminstitches]

This has been on my list, @Giles what are you thinking of it so far.

Although everything is on hold for me until the Masters is over 🥱

[deanclean]

Mr. Bates vs The Post Office looks good. Haven’t seen any of it yet but looks great. It’s got Toby Jones in it who I thought was great in The Detectorists.

[IH-GARY]

@deanclean It’s well worth a watch, there is also a documentary on the subject that is also worth a watch.
The power of Corporation is scary.

[deanclean]

@IH-GARY thanks for the recommendation. I’ll look for the documentary too!

[neph93]

@Giles i think all those things! I’ll look it up. Also seeing as you said the magic words….

[endo]

Started with 'Ripley' and also found Andrew Scott great but oddly old for that part. Paused after S1 and watched the '99 film once again (with Matt Damon and so on), such a brilliant film. Still have to decide whether I want so keep on with the new series.

[Crispy Heron]

@endo - bear with it. I wasn’t sure after the first episode but stuck with it. It takes its time but worth sticking with it. Scott being too old is an issue though but you will end up forgetting about that.

[Crispy Heron]

Just watched ‘Baby Reindeer’ on Netflix. A pretty difficult watch at times but unlike anything I have ever seen.

[Gulliver]

You’re right @HeavyGenes, this is a great show and right down to costume looks amazing. Thoroughly enjoying it, but is it a one series and done deal?

[neph93]

It’s based on a famous novel of the same name and was (at great expense) I’m the 80’s. So yes, probably.

[HeavyGenes]

@Gulliver I have not read the book and haven’t looked into what the future of the TV show is. But the author of the source material is sadly passed. But he still might beat RR Martin to a new book.

[Gulliver]

@HeavyGenes that’s a genuine belly laugh from me. Likely a cold day in hell before we see “The Winds of Winter”