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5 hours ago, YChang said:

Really appreciate their emphasis on Sci-Fi shows

And not just run-of-the-mill stuff specifically created for TV/movies but going back to well-liked books.

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We watched both last night and some of the scenes are very lol.  It’s so clever and funny.  Putting Murderbot with a group of cheapskate hippie fuckhappy explorers is brilliant.  

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Never heard of this before stumbling across this thread yesterday. Watched the first two last night. It was OK. Hoping it will pick up steam.

The visual style of the cinematography is a bit odd. Can't quite put my finger on what it is but I don't love it. Was fun seeing one of the aunts from Reservoir Dogs as one of the hippies.

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2 hours ago, C-Man said:

Never heard of this before stumbling across this thread yesterday. Watched the first two last night. It was OK. Hoping it will pick up steam.

The visual style of the cinematography is a bit odd. Can't quite put my finger on what it is but I don't love it. Was fun seeing one of the aunts from Reservoir Dogs as one of the hippies.

I watched the first episode last night.  Was a little underwhelmed as I've been looking forward to this.  Hopefully it picks up some steam.  Everything seems a little forced at this point.

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5 minutes ago, DDD Dad said:

I watched the first episode last night.  Was a little underwhelmed as I've been looking forward to this.  Hopefully it picks up some steam.  Everything seems a little forced at this point.

Agreed. The very opening scene where he "hacks" himself seemed a bit forced/rushed/too simple.

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50 minutes ago, Scary Stranger said:

I'm pretty much hoping that everybody but Murder Bot gets killed.

Just need SOMETHING to happen other than big bug, and to explain the plot.  Right now it’s no better than Sanctuary Moon. 

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I already posted it in the Apple thread but I'm loving it, but my expectations weren't high.

I'm repeating myself, but its a sci-fi sitcom based on a self aware robot that's on spectrum. It takes shots at both liberal and conservative tropes. It has really good dialog, great internal monolog, and is just silly. I enjoy the hell out of it for what it is.. so. 

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On 6/20/2025 at 11:55 AM, Pato del Muerto said:

Just need SOMETHING to happen other than big bug, and to explain the plot.  Right now it’s no better than Sanctuary Moon. 

I did chuckle when the guy from the other group called Murderbot out on the Sanctuary Moon references.

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On 7/4/2025 at 7:16 PM, Captain Ron said:

I wanted to like this show, ejected after 6 episodes. The plot plodded too long, the characters weren’t like-able. Interesting concept, poorly executed. 

Felt the same way. Bolted after 5.

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Loved the series. Ending closed really strong with a cool "message". Really happy there is a season 2. Look forward to more Murderbot shenanigans.

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1 hour ago, BurntEyes said:

Loved the series. Ending closed really strong with a cool "message". Really happy there is a season 2. Look forward to more Murderbot shenanigans.

I liked this series. It somehow hit the nerd-core, mindless stupidity,  subversively silly, and low-key dark aspects of my humor simultaneously. That's a rare feat.

Plus, it's got a bit of heart.

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8 hours ago, bolverk said:

I liked this series. It somehow hit the nerd-core, mindless stupidity,  subversively silly, and low-key dark aspects of my humor simultaneously. That's a rare feat.

Plus, it's got a bit of heart.

This is a really good summary. I'd add that I really appreciate when "sit-com" is take no prisoners on what silly ideas or tropes they will mock particularly when they are even handed about it. A reason I love South Park. 

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I think, for some, it will watch better as a binge

But I do laugh when I see people get "mad" that they're waiting weekly for a 20-22 minute episode.

Like.... same as pre-streaming, with commercials? Back when we watched new episodes each week of The Office or 30 Rock? 

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38 minutes ago, Js1 said:

I think, for some, it will watch better as a binge

But I do laugh when I see people get "mad" that they're waiting weekly for a 20-22 minute episode.

Like.... same as pre-streaming, with commercials? Back when we watched new episodes each week of The Office or 30 Rock? 

Well, that and I think some miss that its a sit-com. As in situational comedy, episodic in nature. Yes, sitcoms have a plot, but its season long and while a driver for the season not the core focus of a sitcom. Community and Parks and Recreation, for example,  always had a season long theme/plot,  but was episodic in it's weekly content. Exposition, climax, resolution while moving the season plot along some, but not always in 20 minutes. For example, the season 5 plot of Community was "Save Greendale" but not every episode had to move that plot forward.

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1 hour ago, Js1 said:

I think, for some, it will watch better as a binge

But I do laugh when I see people get "mad" that they're waiting weekly for a 20-22 minute episode.

Like.... same as pre-streaming, with commercials? Back when we watched new episodes each week of The Office or 30 Rock? 

Yeah, I find it frustrating to wait now (spoiled) but at the same time, when I do binge, either because they release a season all at once or I just wait to watch it, I miss the banter with friends the following week (and online) about the latest episode like I used to have with Lost, Battlestar Galactica, etc.

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Added Matt Cherniss, head of programming at Apple TV+, “Chris, Paul, Alexander and the entire Murderbot team have delivered a brilliantly original, addictive, witty and vibrant adaptation that has captured the imagination of audiences everywhere. We can’t wait to unveil what’s next for Murderbot and, of course, Sanctuary Moon in season two.”

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/murderbot-renewed-season-2-apple-tv-1236311256/

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I just finished the last few episodes of S1. Overall I dug it enough to finish the season in its entirety, which isnt the case with most shows I start. Its not mind blowing stuff, but I'll definitely check out the second season. I'm curious how much of the original cast is in the second season, as its my understanding that the second book in the series follows a different story arc mainly. 

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8 hours ago, Blotto said:

I just finished the last few episodes of S1. Overall I dug it enough to finish the season in its entirety, which isnt the case with most shows I start. Its not mind blowing stuff, but I'll definitely check out the second season. I'm curious how much of the original cast is in the second season, as its my understanding that the second book in the series follows a different story arc mainly. 

It does. I didn't mind the vacation from the Mensah team. They're more interesting on TV than in the books.

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6 hours ago, RomaVicta said:

It does. I didn't mind the vacation from the Mensah team. They're more interesting on TV than in the books.

Yeah the way it ended felt like there might be very limited reference to Mensah team, but not a focus of next season at all. In typical sit-com fashion I anticipate some very infrequent cross reference points to keep them "live" for later engagement but not a substantial part of season 2 in any meaningful way. 

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I watched MIckey 17 on the plane on way home from vacation.  Very similar vibes to this, I thought.  Just super goofy with a bunch of people acting ridiculous.  Enjoyed both.  Neither are stellar.

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Murderbot, the tiny books anyway, are a fun diversion with a clever concept. The author puts Murderbot through some interesting experiences where the examination of self awareness is present and, pleasingly, light. You can consider it if you please or just enjoy the ride.

The last of the books published so far indicates the writer is sort of stuck. I wonder if she's putting out new material because of demand rather than creative desire. She'll likely have to go deeper to find character development. I love watching the creative process in just about any form.

I think I read these soon after finishing The Three Body Problem. Same person recommended the first series and I just discovered the little Murderbot novel(la) on his shelf and loved the idea. A perfect light read and the heavy but enjoyable read of the Chinese author who may just be a genius.

I wax. It's been a day of intense concentration, and this conversation is a nice unwinding. 

@A-Tex Devil, should I check out Micky 17? I know nothing about it. Another fun discovery would be great.

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3 hours ago, RomaVicta said:

should I check out Micky 17? I know nothing about it. Another fun discovery would be great.

I think you would enjoy it... it's very silly, fun, and Pattinson delivers a good performance but not one of Bong's top films from his oeuvre in my opinion. 

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5 hours ago, RomaVicta said:

Murderbot, the tiny books anyway, are a fun diversion with a clever concept. The author puts Murderbot through some interesting experiences where the examination of self awareness is present and, pleasingly, light. You can consider it if you please or just enjoy the ride.

The last of the books published so far indicates the writer is sort of stuck. I wonder if she's putting out new material because of demand rather than creative desire. She'll likely have to go deeper to find character development. I love watching the creative process in just about any form.

I think I read these soon after finishing The Three Body Problem. Same person recommended the first series and I just discovered the little Murderbot novel(la) on his shelf and loved the idea. A perfect light read and the heavy but enjoyable read of the Chinese author who may just be a genius.

I wax. It's been a day of intense concentration, and this conversation is a nice unwinding. 

@A-Tex Devil, should I check out Micky 17? I know nothing about it. Another fun discovery would be great.

It’s pretty good. It’s probably the worst Bong Joon Ho movie I’ve seen but it’s still entertaining.  It’s super zany and dark at the same time.  The Ruffalo and Collette portrayals were… a choice. 

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