Nick1Ø66 4,687 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 6 minutes ago, mstrox said: We don't have cable or TV service, and we never watch TV live so the antenna would be a waste of money for us. We have Hulu Plus, Amazon Prime, and Netflix, and everything we watch from network or cable comes on to them either the day after they air (Hulu) or at the end of the season (Netflix/Amazon). How do you like Hulu Plus? Are most of the US network shows on there, and are recent episodes available for streaming? I'm the UK, but I'm trying to help a friend in America cut the cord. I was also looking at YouTube TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstrox 6,637 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 4 minutes ago, Nick1066 said: How do you like Hulu Plus? Are most of the US network shows on there, and are recent episodes available for streaming? I'm the UK, but I'm trying to help a friend in America cut the cord. I was also looking at YouTube TV. Hulu Plus gets episodes from, I believe, all FOX, NBC, and ABC shows the next day. They also get a lot of shows similar to Netflix (full seasons all at once, a few months after they stop airing) from cable networks like Comedy Central and FX. CBS shows do not go to streaming services - if you want CBS shows you have to subscribe to their All Access streaming app, or buy specific shows ala carte on Amazon/iTunes/Vudu/etc. I don't know if CW (barely network) episodes go somewhere shortly after airing, but they all pop up almost immediately on Netflix after a season airs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Stu 15,495 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 14 minutes ago, Nick1066 said: Plus for a long time he was an Ayn Rand acolyte and hard core libertarian! (though apparently he's mellowed with age). "hardcore libertarian", "resentful nerd" potayto potahto 16 minutes ago, Jay said: We haven't had cable since 2012 but we have a nice antennae that picks up tons of local HD broadcasts I'm so far away from the broadcast centers that my house would have to be at a higher physical elevation than it is now to pick up any channels. At my last house we could pick up just the local ABC and only in the upstairs bedroom, that kinda thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holko 9,491 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 15 minutes ago, Nick1066 said: I'm the UK, but Whoa there Nick, dial that ego back a bit! Glóin the Dark and Nick1Ø66 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,268 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 ABC was behind the Oscars' new changes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,687 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 5 minutes ago, Jay said: ABC was behind the Oscars' new changes Ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstrox 6,637 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 It's clearly a ratings grab, so that makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Penna 3,667 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 One of the better ideas I've read: https://news.avclub.com/1828229431 Quote But the criteria I’d establish would be something more along the lines of “Best Picture - Studio Production” and “Best Picture - Independent Production.” Since Studio pictures tend to be the more mainstream, commercial fare, and Independent films more artistically driven, you’d be able to fulfill the spirit of the intent behind this new award, namely to recognize more mainstream popular films, while also establishing a criterion by which the two awards are more or less on equal footing, unlike the “Best Popular Film” which is clearly set up to be secondary to Best Picture. Another commenter talks about considering streaming-only films. Isn't there a rule that a film has to show on X number of cinema screens for X days before such a date to be eligible? (That's why The Post was rushed wasn't it) Very arbitrary and archaic rule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,687 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 I understand the Academy's hostility towards streaming...cinema is their lifeblood. And there's something to be said for the studios wanting to support the cinemas themselves. But I'm not one to talk. I see no more than one or two movies in the cinema a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Penna 3,667 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Hey, they're trying to be more relevant.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 I don't think I've watched the Oscars since Titanic. The last two Best Picture winners I've seen are No Country for Old Men and The Hobbit: Part 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Penna 3,667 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 I watched the ceremony live when the BBC broadcast it. I don't remember when they lost the rights (Sky shows it now) but I haven't watched it live for at least 5 years. Although that also coincided with working with a film buff who preached a lot about seeing art house films and to an extent put me off critics and their views. Hence not really caring about what the academy thinks is 'best' any more. Now I basically just read the headlines and move on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 I've seen 54 Best Picture winners and still have a lot on my cable box left to go. Then I want to eventually see all the Best Picture nominees - I wish myself good luck and I'm all counting on myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,268 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 14 hours ago, Wojism said: I don't think I've watched the Oscars since Titanic. The last two Best Picture winners I've seen are No Country for Old Men and The Hobbit: Part 6. Spotlight and Argo were pretty good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 I like The Artist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,268 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 I hated that stupid movie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 Why? It was good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 What was stupid about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstrox 6,637 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 They don't talk or nothin Ricard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 And there wasnt any color! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 And it had like classical music and shit mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 Argo is on my watch list. I just haven't gotten a round tuit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Kockroach 2,343 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 The only good thing in The Artist was the dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balahkay 627 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 If they really want to boost ratings, they need to drop all the politic talk from the hosts and celebrities during the award shows. That's the main complaint I hear about not only the Oscars but other award shows that are slipping in ratings. Ricard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 But flyover country middle America needs to be brainwashed educated on communism social justice. gkgyver 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 It's time for The Oscars to end. Unlucky Bastard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkgyver 1,645 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 James Horner's plane crash was more entertaining than the Oscars in any length. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,687 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 53 minutes ago, gkgyver said: James Horner's plane crash was more entertaining than the Oscars in any length. WTF is wrong with you? Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc 2,674 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 56 minutes ago, gkgyver said: James Horner's plane crash was more entertaining than the Oscars in any length. Low man, low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John 2,032 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 2 hours ago, gkgyver said: James Horner's plane crash was more entertaining than the Oscars in any length. I am trying to imagine an actual human being typing these words that you just posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheUlyssesian 2,473 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 2 hours ago, John said: I am trying to imagine an actual human being typing these words that you just posted. Don't be so dramatic. Nothing is above humor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John 2,032 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 17 minutes ago, TheUlyssesian said: Don't be so dramatic. Nothing is above humor. Yes, as you’ve proven several times on this forum. Dixon Hill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 6 hours ago, gkgyver said: James Horner's plane crash was more entertaining than the Oscars in any length. Another notch downwards. Congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 4 hours ago, John said: I am trying to imagine an actual human being typing these words that you just posted. I'm not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 Naughty naughty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 I didn't know a JWfaner would be this rude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 Look what he's done! He's turned JWfan into Twitter! One shock value comment followed by a stream of millennial outrage... TheUlyssesian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,326 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 Is he the new Alex Jones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,232 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 Nah he's a far more run of the mill type of shit. Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,270 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 The "popular film" category has been tabled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc 2,674 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Looks like it wasn't popular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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