Maxman Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 So I am late to the game but I recently started watching Breaking Bad. Good stuff so far. Just finished season two. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawkeyeJet Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 It's a great show. Best is yet to come if you are just finishing season 2. I'm probably in the minority, but as I get further removed from watching it, I find myself moving it lower on my greatest shows list(behind many I've watched prior to BB). Still damn good though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 Just wait. So many incredible characters are still to emerge. And you have Better Call Saul waiting in the wings. That's just other-worldly writing and acting. You will be blown away by both series. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 1 hour ago, HawkeyeJet said: It's a great show. Best is yet to come if you are just finishing season 2. I'm probably in the minority, but as I get further removed from watching it, I find myself moving it lower on my greatest shows list(behind many I've watched prior to BB). Still damn good though. Yeah, every once in a while I rewatched it (2-3 times) just not thinking much and get sucked right back in. Is the Sopranos one of the shows above it on your list? 1 hour ago, munchmemory said: Just wait. So many incredible characters are still to emerge. And you have Better Call Saul waiting in the wings. That's just other-worldly writing and acting. You will be blown away by both series. I am really into Better Call Saul but I think it is a little slower and some people don't like that, but both are beautiful pieces of art when it comes to visuals, acting, and writing. Hard to beat. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcat Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 21 minutes ago, Drums said: Yeah, every once in a while I rewatched it (2-3 times) just not thinking much and get sucked right back in. Is the Sopranos one of the shows above it on your list? I am really into Better Call Saul but I think it is a little slower and some people don't like that, but both are beautiful pieces of art when it comes to visuals, acting, and writing. Hard to beat. So many breaking bad fans had a really difficult time adjusting to the pace of Saul. Not to reveal anything for those who haven't watched, but the first 2 seasons of Saul focus on his relationship to his brother and a couple of other non-fast paced sub plots. It was a compelling story and they didn't rush it thankfully. But for those watching, notice the uptake on the pacing last season and now. The transformation of the characters is well done. Love this show. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 7 minutes ago, Dcat said: So many breaking bad fans had a really difficult time adjusting to the pace of Saul. Not to reveal anything for those who haven't watched, but the first 2 seasons of Saul focus on his relationship to his brother and a couple of other non-fast paced sub plots. It was a compelling story and they didn't rush it thankfully. But for those watching, notice the uptake on the pacing last season and now. The transformation of the characters is well done. Love this show. Yeah I really liked it and appreciate the character development. I am not caught up with the new season yet but I've seen a few episodes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenwichjetfan Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 1 hour ago, HawkeyeJet said: It's a great show. Best is yet to come if you are just finishing season 2. I'm probably in the minority, but as I get further removed from watching it, I find myself moving it lower on my greatest shows list(behind many I've watched prior to BB). Still damn good though. Agreed. I don't know what it is and it's hard to characterize, but while an amazing show, it doesn't have the sticky quality to my brain that a few of the other shows in my greatest ever list have had. There are certain shows that I'm still unable to slide down to incorporate new ones, but Breaking Bad I find myself sliding down more and more. In fact, depending on how this plays out, I'd even put Better Call Saul above Breaking Bad. Of course, I love the entire universe - even enjoyed the Pinkman movie and the way it tied into the first episode of the new BCS season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcat Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 6 minutes ago, Drums said: Yeah I really liked it and appreciate the character development. I am not caught up with the new season yet but I've seen a few episodes. I'm way behind this season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawkeyeJet Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 53 minutes ago, Drums said: Yeah, every once in a while I rewatched it (2-3 times) just not thinking much and get sucked right back in. Is the Sopranos one of the shows above it on your list? I am really into Better Call Saul but I think it is a little slower and some people don't like that, but both are beautiful pieces of art when it comes to visuals, acting, and writing. Hard to beat. To me and obviously subjective, the shows I'd put ahead are The Wire, The Sopranos and Game of Thrones for sure. I also thought Dexter at its best was better than BB at its best, but Dexter had a sharp falloff late which sort of overshadowed how good it was for awhile. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 32 minutes ago, HawkeyeJet said: To me and obviously subjective, the shows I'd put ahead are The Wire, The Sopranos and Game of Thrones for sure. I also thought Dexter at its best was better than BB at its best, but Dexter had a sharp falloff late which sort of overshadowed how good it was for awhile. Me being subjective as well: Mad Men and Sopranos as best series ever (I'm comfortable with either one as best). After that Orphan Black (wish more folks had watched this show; Tatiana Maslani was incredible in the lead role), Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and Game of Thrones. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 1 hour ago, HawkeyeJet said: To me and obviously subjective, the shows I'd put ahead are The Wire, The Sopranos and Game of Thrones for sure. I also thought Dexter at its best was better than BB at its best, but Dexter had a sharp falloff late which sort of overshadowed how good it was for awhile. Okay, haven't watched much of the Wire but it is on my list. Dexter, I haven't seen either but not sure if it's dated or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 34 minutes ago, munchmemory said: Me being subjective as well: Mad Men and Sopranos as best series ever (I'm comfortable with either one as best). After that Orphan Black (wish more folks had watched this show; Tatiana Maslani was incredible in the lead role), Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and Game of Thrones. Yeah Mad Men is amazing. I love The Sopranos--I rewatched season 1 recently and some of 2--too far from my memory to give it a proper rating right now. At the time, it was great, and on my rewatch, I've loved the writing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Dierking Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 At this point, start watching Better call Saul, then Breaking Bad. At least you will see it in order. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southparkcpa Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 4 hours ago, Maxman said: So I am late to the game but I recently started watching Breaking Bad. Good stuff so far. Just finished season two. Im afraid to start.... I don't want to get hooked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southparkcpa Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 1 hour ago, munchmemory said: Me being subjective as well: Mad Men and Sopranos as best series ever (I'm comfortable with either one as best). After that Orphan Black (wish more folks had watched this show; Tatiana Maslani was incredible in the lead role), Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and Game of Thrones. Great list... Sopranos, Mad Men just awesome. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 1 hour ago, Drums said: Yeah Mad Men is amazing. I love The Sopranos--I rewatched season 1 recently and some of 2--too far from my memory to give it a proper rating right now. At the time, it was great, and on my rewatch, I've loved the writing. My son is 21 and had never seen it. We all watched the entire series over Xmas break. He absolutely loved it and plowed thru the whole thing. Also hated the ending as much as my wife and me. lol I thought it held up really well. I miss those characters. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 8 minutes ago, munchmemory said: My son is 21 and had never seen it. We all watched the entire series over Xmas break. He absolutely loved it and plowed thru the whole thing. Also hated the ending as much as my wife and me. lol I thought it held up really well. I miss those characters. Me too! It was good seeing them again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 24 minutes ago, southparkcpa said: Im afraid to start.... I don't want to get hooked. It isn't a super long series to watch so you wouldn't be hooked for long, or maybe it is but it goes fast. I recommend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 31 minutes ago, southparkcpa said: Im afraid to start.... I don't want to get hooked. Figuring all the hype to be just that, I resisted Breaking Bad for years. Now? I'm an insane fan of both BB and Better Call Saul. I have last night's episode on DVR as I need to fast forward thru the commercials. Go for it. You won't be disappointed. 6 minutes ago, Drums said: It isn't a super long series to watch so you wouldn't be hooked for long, or maybe it is but it goes fast. I recommend it. Listen to the man. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotcheryifyouCan Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 enjoy. great thing about bb is there is no point where it gets worse. one of the most satisfying endings i can think of. maybe because it was only 5? maybe 6 seasons but it was constantly entertaining and shocking. top 5 dramatic show of all time imo 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 That’s too funny, we started season 3 last night super intense and great writing and acting 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 Anybody remember Oz? That was show was insanely good. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 22 minutes ago, The Crusher said: Anybody remember Oz? That was show was insanely good. I was thinking about that show reading this thread! I was waaaay too young to be watching that show. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 1 hour ago, CotcheryifyouCan said: enjoy. great thing about bb is there is no point where it gets worse. one of the most satisfying endings i can think of. maybe because it was only 5? maybe 6 seasons but it was constantly entertaining and shocking. top 5 dramatic show of all time imo Walt's "journey" through that ending is one of the most brilliant pieces of TV drama ever. So intense and out-of-the box lunacy. You're right about it being satisfying. Times 100. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southparkcpa Posted March 24, 2020 Share Posted March 24, 2020 2 hours ago, munchmemory said: My son is 21 and had never seen it. We all watched the entire series over Xmas break. He absolutely loved it and plowed thru the whole thing. Also hated the ending as much as my wife and me. lol I thought it held up really well. I miss those characters. My best friend here in Charlotte was born in Italy, lived in the Bronx. Won;t watch the Sopranos, says it denegrates Italians. Side note, listening to his mom speak Italian to him is so awesome. He speaks back in English as he moved here at 5 and barely speaks Italian but understands it. So when it was on, I would share expressions with him that we use daily. Like.. "It's coming out of your end" (He and I are partners on some R.E) "10 boxes of ziti" 10K in cash The scene where they were trying to get money from the starbucks... for protection. ' He said, "You know, in case something should happen , to like YOU for example." Finally, when Meadow brought Noah to the house and Tony said.. "We're Italian, and you are????" GREAT lines in that show. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirorob Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 7 hours ago, HawkeyeJet said: It's a great show. Best is yet to come if you are just finishing season 2. I'm probably in the minority, but as I get further removed from watching it, I find myself moving it lower on my greatest shows list(behind many I've watched prior to BB). Still damn good though. Its in my top 5. I like Lost and Justified better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawkeyeJet Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 6 minutes ago, chirorob said: Its in my top 5. I like Lost and Justified better. I've never watched Lost. It's my wife's favorite show. Been debating giving it a go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROOKLYN JET Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 I remember when everybody was making such a big deal over this show, and I thought they were crazy. I don't watch much TV, but I was at my mom's house right before the final season was about to start and they were showing a marathon of the whole series before the new episode. I ended up binge watching the whole thing straight. Then I did the same thing streaming Better Call Saul, gonna watch the new episode now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirorob Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 19 minutes ago, HawkeyeJet said: I've never watched Lost. It's my wife's favorite show. Been debating giving it a go. The episodes build on each other. You really have to watch, you can't half pay attention. A lot of stuff early on shows back up, sometimes a season or 2 later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugg Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 4 hours ago, munchmemory said: Me being subjective as well: Mad Men and Sopranos as best series ever (I'm comfortable with either one as best). After that Orphan Black (wish more folks had watched this show; Tatiana Maslani was incredible in the lead role), Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and Game of Thrones. Since I cannot go to the gym, working out at home and while re watching "The Sopranos" from the beginning. It really holds up. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted March 25, 2020 Author Share Posted March 25, 2020 3 hours ago, Bugg said: Since I cannot go to the gym, working out at home and while re watching "The Sopranos" from the beginning. It really holds up. That's a good idea. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gun Of Bavaria Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 12 hours ago, Maxman said: So I am late to the game but I recently started watching Breaking Bad. Good stuff so far. Just finished season two. Wait until you find out Americans landed on the Moon in the late 60s and early 1970s...... 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Walter in the kitchen making a pot roast” Honesty is good “ Skyler”. I ———. —“ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 This show is so consistently excellent. Almost done with season 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted April 19, 2020 Author Share Posted April 19, 2020 13 minutes ago, Larz said: This show is so consistently excellent. Almost done with season 4. I finished it and I am watching Better Call Saul now. Watched El Camino in between. I stream these on a monitor that sits on top of my monitor. So I am like 47% watching. I can get through them fast because I am doing other stuff. But I might actually stream breaking bad again when I am done because I know I missed stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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