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Post by marsexplorer on Nov 1, 2017 15:46:52 GMT
Just finished. Let the haters hate. I enjoyed it.
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Post by Rey Kahuka on Nov 1, 2017 19:59:08 GMT
Season two was fantastic, though episode 7 was completely pointless. They could've found another way for Eleven to learn how to focus. At the very least sprinkle that storyline in throughout the season (especially if you're going to lead off with it!), don't wait until 7 of 9 episodes to go whole hog on this poor man's X-Men nonsense.
Other than that it was as spectacular as season one in every way. Enjoyed all the new characters (though I really expected a turn from Billy at some point) as well as the expansion of the existing ones.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 1, 2017 20:19:10 GMT
Season two was fantastic, though episode 7 was completely pointless. They could've found another way for Eleven to learn how to focus. At the very least sprinkle that storyline in throughout the season (especially if you're going to lead off with it!), don't wait until 7 of 9 episodes to go whole hog on this poor man's X-Men nonsense. Other than that it was as spectacular as season one in every way. Enjoyed all the new characters (though I really expected a turn from Billy at some point) as well as the expansion of the existing ones. The placing of that episode was also so odd.
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Post by Matt on Nov 2, 2017 0:38:26 GMT
Season two was fantastic, though episode 7 was completely pointless. They could've found another way for Eleven to learn how to focus. At the very least sprinkle that storyline in throughout the season (especially if you're going to lead off with it!), don't wait until 7 of 9 episodes to go whole hog on this poor man's X-Men nonsense. Other than that it was as spectacular as season one in every way. Enjoyed all the new characters (though I really expected a turn from Billy at some point) as well as the expansion of the existing ones. Episode 7 wasn't pointless, it was a mixture of "training" 11 and setting up a potential season 3 storyline with that gang and 8 maybe taking the lead and with there even being an 8, that leaves potentially 9 other "special" kids out there as well, plus it is possible, with what we're told in the episode, that Papa is still alive (i don't see how, but it's TV so anything could happen) So while it may not be everyone's favourite episode, it definitely wasn't pointless, as it laid a lot of groundwork for a potential season 3 Could it have been better or like others have said, spread out over the season? i would say i can see how that would have been better and maybe have more of an impact, but at the same time, it might prove distracting if they kept cutting to that plot every episode, which i think would have gone down even less well with some people, so with that in mind, i am happy enough with how they did it, even if it wasn't the best episode
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Post by Rey Kahuka on Nov 2, 2017 2:18:24 GMT
Season two was fantastic, though episode 7 was completely pointless. They could've found another way for Eleven to learn how to focus. At the very least sprinkle that storyline in throughout the season (especially if you're going to lead off with it!), don't wait until 7 of 9 episodes to go whole hog on this poor man's X-Men nonsense. Other than that it was as spectacular as season one in every way. Enjoyed all the new characters (though I really expected a turn from Billy at some point) as well as the expansion of the existing ones. Episode 7 wasn't pointless, it was a mixture of "training" 11 and setting up a potential season 3 storyline with that gang and 8 maybe taking the lead and with there even being an 8, that leaves potentially 9 other "special" kids out there as well, plus it is possible, with what we're told in the episode, that Papa is still alive (i don't see how, but it's TV so anything could happen) So while it may not be everyone's favourite episode, it definitely wasn't pointless, as it laid a lot of groundwork for a potential season 3 Could it have been better or like others have said, spread out over the season? i would say i can see how that would have been better and maybe have more of an impact, but at the same time, it might prove distracting if they kept cutting to that plot every episode, which i think would have gone down even less well with some people, so with that in mind, i am happy enough with how they did it, even if it wasn't the best episode It was pointless because there are countless ways they could've had Eleven learn to harness her powers within the context of the actual story. It was a backdoor pilot for a storyline I have no interest in if they decide to explore it further in season 3. It was a lame stunt that was tonally jarring and could not have come at a worse time in the overall narrative of the show.
As I said earlier, they could've blended that story into the season more naturally or at least move that plot line up to an earlier point in the show (particularly since that's how they chose to open the season). Waiting for all hell to break loose with the rest of the cast in peril is the worst imaginable time to have a character go on a random side mission featuring characters the audience does not care about in the least.
The plot thread was so terrible that you may be right-- putting it into a single episode (thus making it easier to skip upon subsequent viewings) may indeed be preferable to having it interrupt three or four episodes. But that hardly makes it a good idea to include it in the first place. When the show becomes the hack actor X-Men saga of Netflix I'll stop watching; until then allow me to enjoy the current storyline for what it is.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 2, 2017 3:35:10 GMT
Episode 7 wasn't pointless, it was a mixture of "training" 11 and setting up a potential season 3 storyline with that gang and 8 maybe taking the lead and with there even being an 8, that leaves potentially 9 other "special" kids out there as well, plus it is possible, with what we're told in the episode, that Papa is still alive (i don't see how, but it's TV so anything could happen) So while it may not be everyone's favourite episode, it definitely wasn't pointless, as it laid a lot of groundwork for a potential season 3 Could it have been better or like others have said, spread out over the season? i would say i can see how that would have been better and maybe have more of an impact, but at the same time, it might prove distracting if they kept cutting to that plot every episode, which i think would have gone down even less well with some people, so with that in mind, i am happy enough with how they did it, even if it wasn't the best episode It was pointless because there are countless ways they could've had Eleven learn to harness her powers within the context of the actual story. It was a backdoor pilot for a storyline I have no interest in if they decide to explore it further in season 3. It was a lame stunt that was tonally jarring and could not have come at a worse time in the overall narrative of the show.
As I said earlier, they could've blended that story into the season more naturally or at least move that plot line up to an earlier point in the show (particularly since that's how they chose to open the season). Waiting for all hell to break loose with the rest of the cast in peril is the worst imaginable time to have a character go on a random side mission featuring characters the audience does not care about in the least.
The plot thread was so terrible that you may be right-- putting it into a single episode (thus making it easier to skip upon subsequent viewings) may indeed be preferable to having it interrupt three or four episodes. But that hardly makes it a good idea to include it in the first place. When the show becomes the hack actor X-Men saga of Netflix I'll stop watching; until then allow me to enjoy the current storyline for what it is.
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Post by hi224 on Nov 2, 2017 4:58:58 GMT
I also am turned off by the nostalgia.
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Post by Matt on Nov 2, 2017 12:16:56 GMT
Episode 7 wasn't pointless, it was a mixture of "training" 11 and setting up a potential season 3 storyline with that gang and 8 maybe taking the lead and with there even being an 8, that leaves potentially 9 other "special" kids out there as well, plus it is possible, with what we're told in the episode, that Papa is still alive (i don't see how, but it's TV so anything could happen) So while it may not be everyone's favourite episode, it definitely wasn't pointless, as it laid a lot of groundwork for a potential season 3 Could it have been better or like others have said, spread out over the season? i would say i can see how that would have been better and maybe have more of an impact, but at the same time, it might prove distracting if they kept cutting to that plot every episode, which i think would have gone down even less well with some people, so with that in mind, i am happy enough with how they did it, even if it wasn't the best episode It was pointless because there are countless ways they could've had Eleven learn to harness her powers within the context of the actual story. It was a backdoor pilot for a storyline I have no interest in if they decide to explore it further in season 3. It was a lame stunt that was tonally jarring and could not have come at a worse time in the overall narrative of the show.
As I said earlier, they could've blended that story into the season more naturally or at least move that plot line up to an earlier point in the show (particularly since that's how they chose to open the season). Waiting for all hell to break loose with the rest of the cast in peril is the worst imaginable time to have a character go on a random side mission featuring characters the audience does not care about in the least.
The plot thread was so terrible that you may be right-- putting it into a single episode (thus making it easier to skip upon subsequent viewings) may indeed be preferable to having it interrupt three or four episodes. But that hardly makes it a good idea to include it in the first place. When the show becomes the hack actor X-Men saga of Netflix I'll stop watching; until then allow me to enjoy the current storyline for what it is.
Still not pointless though, pointless is the wrong word to use here, the episode had a point, several points, sure it could have been done in better ways and i am in agreement to that, some of the things you mention could have worked nicely, so i am not dismissing what you're saying in that regard But again, just because you didn't like it or agree with how they did it, didn't make it pointless The same with you not being interested in 8 and her gangs potential storyline for season 3, that is a personal preference for you and while it does in fact make that plot line pointless to you personally, it doesn't mean the episode was pointless, because it had several points, including setting up future seasons. So while i agree that it wasn't the best episode, and the things that happen within it could possibly have worked better in the ways you even suggested, it is what we got and while not as good as the other episodes, it served a purpose and it was still decent to watch
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Post by DSDSquared on Nov 2, 2017 12:30:06 GMT
Hopefully that's it, the last few episodes I struggled to watch it's running out of gas and it shows the show was a surprise hit don't milk it it's done now hopefully with a big hope. What? Episode 8 was the best episode of the series hands down.
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Post by deeznutz on Nov 2, 2017 14:06:29 GMT
Hopefully that's it, the last few episodes I struggled to watch it's running out of gas and it shows the show was a surprise hit don't milk it it's done now hopefully with a big hope. What? Episode 8 was the best episode of the series hands down. thats right it bored the tits off me whatever they do it better move along fast kids that age change fast! One redeeming factor was 11 showing up in princes wardrobe that did make me chuckle maybe they'll mix it up and we'll get a side to side world
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Post by kuatorises on Nov 2, 2017 14:14:17 GMT
Finished it last night. My initial reaction is, "Fuck yeah!"
Lots of great character development this year. The stuff between Hopper and 11, 11 and Mike, and Steve and the kids was gold! Max was pretty damn funny, especially when she kept referring to Lucas as Stalker.
I hope Billy gets a bigger role next year. I think he is a great secondary villain. Very similar to Henry Bowers.
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Post by DSDSquared on Nov 2, 2017 15:52:15 GMT
What? Episode 8 was the best episode of the series hands down. thats right it bored the tits off me whatever they do it better move along fast kids that age change fast! One redeeming factor was 11 showing up in princes wardrobe that did make me chuckle maybe they'll mix it up and we'll get a side to side world Episode 8, the fastest paced and craziest episode of the entire series, bored you? Why even watch the show? Every other episode must have put you to sleep.
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Post by deeznutz on Nov 2, 2017 16:54:36 GMT
thats right it bored the tits off me whatever they do it better move along fast kids that age change fast! One redeeming factor was 11 showing up in princes wardrobe that did make me chuckle maybe they'll mix it up and we'll get a side to side world Episode 8, the fastest paced and craziest episode of the entire series, bored you? Why even watch the show? Every other episode must have put you to sleep. because I'd got that far why stop then pointless, and it did help my insomnia a treat the first few were ok then shite, now you tuck in if they make any more, I'll be fine I'm out next time.
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Post by Marv on Nov 3, 2017 10:45:32 GMT
Finished it yesterday. Like a ton about it. Unsure if I liked it more than s1 but it was definitely close regardless. I also feel like I'm in the minority in that I thought 11's storyline was fine here. And had more to do with her finding her place in this world post-Lab than it did anything else. I also thought 8 and her band of misfits was ok. Not something I'd want driving the story but as a little side quest it was fine. I do think we'll see her again. Loved the scenes with Steve and Dusty and with Lucas and Max. Actually I liked Max all around. Everything from her family dynamic to her rough start in friendships. It all felt pretty natural. The nods and vibes to all the movies and influences were fantastic. Loved the gremlins moments and all the Aliens feels. I will say the end scene didn't leave me as curious toward next season as much as season 1 did. I'm still excited to see anything more from this series, but I was hoping there'd be a hint of something different at the end instead of the mind flayer again.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2017 20:15:16 GMT
Hopefully that's it, the last few episodes I struggled to watch it's running out of gas and it shows the show was a surprise hit don't milk it it's done now hopefully with a big hope. What? Episode 8 was the best episode of the series hands down. 8 and 9 were both great.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2017 20:17:04 GMT
Finished it last night. My initial reaction is, "Fuck yeah!" Lots of great character development this year. The stuff between Hopper and 11, 11 and Mike, and Steve and the kids was gold! Max was pretty damn funny, especially when she kept referring to Lucas as Stalker. I hope Billy gets a bigger role next year. I think he is a great secondary villain. Very similar to Henry Bowers. Same, I loved all the scenes he was in. His intro cracked me up.
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Post by moviebuffbrad on Nov 4, 2017 7:07:37 GMT
I'm on the Halloween episode. I forgot how much of a wet towel the main kid is. Really highlights how different he was in It.
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Post by hardball on Nov 4, 2017 11:53:12 GMT
Just finished, and I love it. Never thought I'd end up liking Steve's character this much, and the soundtrack is even better than season 1. And yes, Billy's cool. That scene with Karen lol.
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Post by DarkManX on Nov 5, 2017 2:06:16 GMT
It was okay, but I like the first season better. I didn't care for the love triangles (I hate love triangles anyway), I didn't care for Bob, and Eleven was brought back for no other reason than she's a fan favorite. She has nothing at all to do until the final episode. The Mind Flayer was a letdown as the new monster after all the buildup. He possesses Will, but other than that doesn't do very much at all. The Demogorgon was a more effective monster.
The remaining kids with powers could be interesting, but they would have to leave Hawkins to do so ala episode 7.
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Post by moviebuffbrad on Nov 6, 2017 7:15:57 GMT
I thought I replied. Guess not.
I liked that Max basically gave the same review of season 1 that I did. That said, as derivative as s1 was, I think I liked it a bit more. S2 was very slow at times, particularly that screeching-halt episode 7.
Steve and Dustin are probably my favorite characters, so I'm glad they stuck them together. I also liked the addition of Max, who even managed to make Lucas likable. I don't think I care much for the rest of the cast, or at least how they were handled this season.
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