Netflix - What gems have you found? (NO SPOILERS) (Vol. 2)
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E90_M3Ross said:
Always loved that film. UTH said:
E90_M3Ross said:
Always loved that film. 
Finally finshed Manifest, really enjoyed it, albeit had to buy series three from Amazon, as they couldnt show it.
If anyone remotely liked Chicago Med, which we did, have just found New Amsterdam, vey much similar, around 70 odd episodes, the OH likes it, so that helps, stops her talking for a while
If anyone remotely liked Chicago Med, which we did, have just found New Amsterdam, vey much similar, around 70 odd episodes, the OH likes it, so that helps, stops her talking for a while
Talking about cold (and hungry) I watched Society of the Snow on a flight the other day - possibly not the best location to watch it but a fantastic film.
Nothing wrong with the original but this was a great remake.
Couple of episodes into Eric and enjoying it but not rushing to binge it.
Nothing wrong with the original but this was a great remake.
Couple of episodes into Eric and enjoying it but not rushing to binge it.
Clockwork Cupcake said:
warp9 said:
Clockwork Cupcake said:
JoshSm said:
Scavengers Reign
Animated sci-fi thing, lots of weirdness. Did well with critics, very strong style to it, apparently similar to Moebius' work but also reminded me of some Japanese stuff.
You had me at Moebius. I will have to watch thisAnimated sci-fi thing, lots of weirdness. Did well with critics, very strong style to it, apparently similar to Moebius' work but also reminded me of some Japanese stuff.
It is all very odd. And intriguing. And I am captivated.
example of Moebius' work for anyone not familiar:
https://www.iamag.co/the-art-of-moebius/
Edited by Clockwork Cupcake on Thursday 13th June 14:27
C5_Steve said:
I've just started watching this and agree with the "unsettling but compulsive" view. It's very out there in terms of Sci-fi with the world creation. Only 2 eps in but it's one of the most original things I've seen on there. Reminds me a bit of Love Death and Robots it's so creative.
Yes, there are elements of that too. 
Have you seen Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind because you will totally see what I mean if/when you do.
There are also elements of the anime & manga Blame! (the anime is from the same studio who did Knights of Sidonia) in a tangential way.
Clockwork Cupcake said:
C5_Steve said:
I've just started watching this and agree with the "unsettling but compulsive" view. It's very out there in terms of Sci-fi with the world creation. Only 2 eps in but it's one of the most original things I've seen on there. Reminds me a bit of Love Death and Robots it's so creative.
Yes, there are elements of that too. Have you seen Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind because you will totally see what I mean if/when you do.
There are also elements of the anime & manga Blame! (the anime is from the same studio who did Knights of Sidonia) in a tangential way.
I'll add it to the list though (or at least have a look for a clip to see what you mean). C5_Steve said:
I haven't seen Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind but my anime/manga viewing history is sparse so no surprise there I'll add it to the list though (or at least have a look for a clip to see what you mean).
It's a very special film to me, so obviously I would recommend watching it. I'll add it to the list though (or at least have a look for a clip to see what you mean). Clockwork Cupcake said:
C5_Steve said:
I haven't seen Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind but my anime/manga viewing history is sparse so no surprise there I'll add it to the list though (or at least have a look for a clip to see what you mean).
It's a very special film to me, so obviously I would recommend watching it. I'll add it to the list though (or at least have a look for a clip to see what you mean). C5_Steve said:
Oh it's on Netflix as well, perfect
Yes, I think Netflix have all the Studio Ghibli films.(Technically Nausicaä pre-dates the formation of Studio Ghibili, but since it is directed by Hayao Miyazaki then it generally included. See https://ghiblicollection.com )
Make My Day
(weird font makes it look like "Mako my day")
An 8-part anime series that uses CG animation, and is clearly heavily influenced by Aliens and Starship Troopers.
It starts off well with a pleasing hard sci-fi aesthetic, but by Episode 4 I was starting to lose interest a little but was staying with it.
Then I read this review, which makes me wonder whether or not to stick with it. (TL;DR, the review says that it rapidly becomes formulaic and stale)
https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/make-my-da...
(weird font makes it look like "Mako my day")
An 8-part anime series that uses CG animation, and is clearly heavily influenced by Aliens and Starship Troopers.
It starts off well with a pleasing hard sci-fi aesthetic, but by Episode 4 I was starting to lose interest a little but was staying with it.
Then I read this review, which makes me wonder whether or not to stick with it. (TL;DR, the review says that it rapidly becomes formulaic and stale)
https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/make-my-da...
Edited by Clockwork Cupcake on Sunday 23 June 22:14
popeyewhite said:
Enjoyed Scavenger's Reign. Entertaining and enthralling world-building, very good quality art work and intriguing story telling. Anybody know of similar? I've tried Blue Eyed Samurai, Pacific Rim and a few others... .
I would repeat my recommendation of 1984's pre-Ghibli Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindIt has a very similar vibe of learning to be in harmony with, rather than in conflict with, potentially hostile fauna and flora.
The visual style also has direct similarities.
Clockwork Cupcake said:
popeyewhite said:
Enjoyed Scavenger's Reign. Entertaining and enthralling world-building, very good quality art work and intriguing story telling. Anybody know of similar? I've tried Blue Eyed Samurai, Pacific Rim and a few others... .
I would repeat my recommendation of 1984's pre-Ghibli Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindIt has a very similar vibe of learning to be in harmony with, rather than in conflict with, potentially hostile fauna and flora.
The visual style also has direct similarities.
It's a beautiful film and I completely get the comparison with Scavengers Reign. It very delicately balances several themes at once and creates one of the best female leads in anything I've seen. Strong, caring and a powerful leader that is actually balanced and believable. A breath of fresh air.
I had to watch the dubbed version as Netflix "forgot" the subtitles at the start of the film but the voice cast is amazing. Patrick Stewart, Edward James Olmos, Uma Thurman, Shia LaBeouf to name a few.
My first introduction to Ghibli and it's certainly made me want to see some more.
C5_Steve said:
And directly off the back of this recommendation (thank you again CC), I watched Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind this weekend
It's a beautiful film and I completely get the comparison with Scavengers Reign. It very delicately balances several themes at once and creates one of the best female leads in anything I've seen. Strong, caring and a powerful leader that is actually balanced and believable. A breath of fresh air.
I had to watch the dubbed version as Netflix "forgot" the subtitles at the start of the film but the voice cast is amazing. Patrick Stewart, Edward James Olmos, Uma Thurman, Shia LaBeouf to name a few.
My first introduction to Ghibli and it's certainly made me want to see some more.
Oh wow. I'm so glad that you enjoyed it so much. It's a beautiful film and I completely get the comparison with Scavengers Reign. It very delicately balances several themes at once and creates one of the best female leads in anything I've seen. Strong, caring and a powerful leader that is actually balanced and believable. A breath of fresh air.
I had to watch the dubbed version as Netflix "forgot" the subtitles at the start of the film but the voice cast is amazing. Patrick Stewart, Edward James Olmos, Uma Thurman, Shia LaBeouf to name a few.
My first introduction to Ghibli and it's certainly made me want to see some more.
It's always a worry when you stick your neck out over something so I'm relieved to find that it was perhaps justified.
Princess Mononoke is very similar, but I would perhaps try Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle, The Wind Rises (a definite for aircraft enthusiasts), and Kiki's Delivery Service (Kirsten Dunst voices Kiki in the English dub)
Do not watch Grave of the Fireflies unless you are prepared to cry. I have never been brave enough to.
Oh, and of course, My Neighbour Totoro. Because the icon of Studio Ghibli is Totoro
Edited by Clockwork Cupcake on Monday 24th June 12:01
Clockwork Cupcake said:
I would repeat my recommendation of 1984's pre-Ghibli Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
It has a very similar vibe of learning to be in harmony with, rather than in conflict with, potentially hostile fauna and flora.
The visual style also has direct similarities.
Knowing you're into this kind of stuff I thought it might be you who replied, thank you.It has a very similar vibe of learning to be in harmony with, rather than in conflict with, potentially hostile fauna and flora.
The visual style also has direct similarities.
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