-Pyromaniac-
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There's no such thing as filler in breaking bad. There is only development and build up.
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Spotless Mind
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Yeah. I'd be hard pressed to call anything in the show filler.
-Pyromaniac-
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Jesus if you're enjoying season one that much 2 and 3 are going to blow you away and then physically blow you.
Yup. Crawl Space is brilliant television, but you can't get there without some "filler" episodes that build up to it.
The whole word "filler" is so mis-characterised anyway. I'm not even sure if most people who use it even know what it actually means in the context of a serialized series.
The whole word "filler" is so mis-characterised anyway. I'm not even sure if most people who use it even know what it actually means in the context of a serialized series.
During my years at GAF, I've come to notice that 9 times out of 10, Gaffers will call an episode "filler" if the plot doesn't progress. Doesn't matter if said episode has a ton of great character development and interaction, if shit isn't happening story-wise, it gets labelled as filler.
It's beyond comprehension.
Androidsleeps
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Just finished the first season of Suits, you should definitely check it out. Harvey is awesome.
That's good to hear, because I just started Fringe Season 2 a couple of night ago. I'm going to get all my shit done first thing in the morning tomorrow, and spend the rest of the afternoon watching Fringe.
And, how 'bout that John Noble, huh? OGM, that guy is simply amazing. Every time he is on the screen the episode becomes a thousand percent better. I'm so blow away by this actor portraying this character.
Currently watching Midas. So far I am liking it a lot.
Currently on episode 6 and it's been picking up in pace. So much stuff going on, and it's all well produced. Don't know if I'd recommend it since I have 15 episodes to go, but if you like shows about greedy people trying to work the system, then it might interest you.
It's Korean, so I don't know if that's a turn off for anyone. If you have Netflix you can give it a watch.
Says who?
says the quote on the front of season 1 dvd "more realistic than dexter, more human than weeds"
chrisisawesome
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Yea but it's still a TV show! Gotta suspend your disbelief otherwise what's the fun in it?
Breaking bad just keeps getting better and better, as well as much more intense!
Just started S2 of Breaking Bad and it's effing amazing. The 2nd to last episode of S1
was incredible. The sheer badassery of that scene hooked me good and hard. Also Bryan Cranston is greatest living actor.
Also started watching Star Trek TNG on Netflix. I've seen a number of eps over the years as a kid since my dad's a big fan, but never really paid much attention to it. It's a good show to have on in the bg while I work (I work from home). lol beardless Riker.
when he threw the fulminated mercury and blew up Tuco's place
Also started watching Star Trek TNG on Netflix. I've seen a number of eps over the years as a kid since my dad's a big fan, but never really paid much attention to it. It's a good show to have on in the bg while I work (I work from home). lol beardless Riker.
You got a couple more episodes of that.
Finished season 3 of The Wire and started Season 4 of Sons of Anarchy. The Wire was pretty good,
, but the further I get into the show the more I think it is a bit overrated. I mean, I really enjoy the show, but most make it sound like it's simply the best tv show there ever was.
Sons of Anarchy looks to be more of the same so far and I'm becoming bored with the series in general.
Brother Mouzone and Omar finally killing Stringer Bell
Sons of Anarchy looks to be more of the same so far and I'm becoming bored with the series in general.
Both true.
That's why I only said "mild filler". Season 4 is my favorite season of Breaking Bad, but I could understand if someone said the first few episodes after the premiere are lacking a bit in the plot progression department.
RatskyWatsky
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If you have to ask, then probably not.
Lactose_Intolerant
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But it is! (and it's not even my favorite television series).
RobotMafia
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While flipping channels last night I came across Supernatural. I have heard of it but never watched it. I only stopped because Felica Day was in the episode (yeah, i know gaf hates her). Anyway, looking on netflix there are 5 or 6 seasons is it worth starting at the beginning? I was kinda shocked to see there were so many seasons, I thought it was just a few years old.
Well, if you're not currently caught in the middle of any other show, it's definitely worth giving it a try from the beginning.
This is how I've used it, but my view of such "filler" isn't negative. If I'm watching a quality show then I have no problem with it. It's simply a label for that type of episode.
But given the occasionally negative connotations of calling something filler, I guess it's not the best descriptor.
blainethemono
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also Jim Beaver, and I think I saw Devil but I never checked to make sure it was him
Oh shit yeah, forgot about Jim Beaver!
RatskyWatsky
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Just finished season one. The last two episodes were superb. I'm really glad I stuck with Fringe during the first season. The first half of the season was rocky, excluding a few episodes. After I finish Dr. Who, I'll be jumping back into the second season of Fringe. <3 Amazon Prime.
I am really hyped for this show to return later this month.
MidnightCowboy
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You have just begun a succession of 7 straight 10/10 episodes. The endrun of S4 is legendary.
QuantumBro
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Just watched the Adam West episode of Batman TAS which was awesome. The 90's were amazing for Saturday morning cartoons.
Those flashbacks are where Esposito really shines as an actor.
Most incredible run of episodes I've seen. The tension is at an all time high in every one of them, and things just keep escalating.
P.S.
Love the avatar.
MidnightCowboy
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Finish them all tonight!
Keep going.
Superimposer
This is getting weirder all the time
Jay-sus, 4.10!
Just when you think it couldn't possibly get better... there's episode 11.
SCULLIBUNDO
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Jay-sus, 4.10!
Can't wait to see your reaction to 4.11.
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