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Title: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on June 25, 2015, 08:08:29 PM
This is a must see new drama.  I have seen a first episode and is that good.

It's about a cyber security employee who is a hacker at night who's being wowed by an underground group bent on bringing down the big machine.

Great dialogue and a great storyline. I highly recommend it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 25, 2015, 08:11:44 PM
I've got this DVR'd and am gonna watch it tonight I hope. Looks great!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 26, 2015, 11:38:16 AM
Wow! That was a pretty killer episode to open the series with. this has such potential. I love the internal narration from the main character and how 'strange' he is. I already want the next episode!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on June 26, 2015, 12:07:01 PM
Yes!  I didn't want to say anything about the internal narrative.  He's in the middle of a shit storm now and I can't wait to see how this all plays out.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 26, 2015, 03:01:29 PM
I loved that scene in his therapy appointment where she asked him why 'F' society....and he railed off on society with great points and detail....then boom...pan back to him and it was just a conversation in his head and he had been quiet all along.  :lol I can't tell you how many times I've found myself doing that at social gatherings or meetings. Not saying what I really want to say just to maintain the kum-ba-ya atmosphere of the whole thing.

I also liked that although this is a 'tech' type show....I know absolutely zip about the tech world but I didn't feel lost when the whole 'attack' was going down. Again, I'm excited about the show. I hope the writing stays as good as it was for episode one.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 02, 2015, 07:50:36 AM
Saw that coming that ol' boy was gonna get pushed off that rail. I thought it was another solid episode...very interesting idea. Not sure who the folks are who hacked into his friends..boyfriends CPU though? Or why they would?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on July 02, 2015, 07:55:35 PM
Rival hacker with an obsession or works for Mr. Robot?  Crazy stuff,  The Paranoia feels so real.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 12, 2015, 12:25:19 PM
Another cool episode. It looks like just as his boss is on to him for embedding that code he's gonna jump ship anyway and hop full onboard F Society.

And, I'll do what I have to for work but Ol' boy CEO Man is taking it a bit too far IMO  :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on July 12, 2015, 03:32:05 PM
What a fucked up relationship everybody has. Everybody is out of control and vulnerable like pawns on a chess board.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 12, 2015, 05:58:08 PM
I'm beginning to think that Christian Slaters "character" is actually fictitious....or in other words....we have a Fight Club type thing going on where that dude is actually Mr. Robot and Christian Slaters character is just a different personality of his.

His character only interacts with that guy....and the others never speak directly to Christian Slaters character?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 20, 2015, 09:33:03 PM
I'm beginning to think that Christian Slaters "character" is actually fictitious....or in other words....we have a Fight Club type thing going on where that dude is actually Mr. Robot and Christian Slaters character is just a different personality of his.

His character only interacts with that guy....and the others never speak directly to Christian Slaters character?

After the last episode I'm doubling down on this theory
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on July 21, 2015, 01:47:17 PM
I'm beginning to think that Christian Slaters "character" is actually fictitious....or in other words....we have a Fight Club type thing going on where that dude is actually Mr. Robot and Christian Slaters character is just a different personality of his.

His character only interacts with that guy....and the others never speak directly to Christian Slaters character?

After the last episode I'm doubling down on this theory
Yeah I was thinking that from the end of the first episode I think.

This show is so good so far.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 21, 2015, 02:08:25 PM
This show is so good so far.

It really is done well. I like that they haven't alienated the part of their audience that isn't 'tech' or computer minded with their writing. Not knowing anything abou the 'hacking' world or computer programming in general....I like that I am still 100% in the know of what's going on. That's tricky to do because judging from some of the dialogue they still incorporate 'tech' conversation and talk into the show for those out there that can understand that stuff.

On top of the fact that the actors/actresses are doing a good job also....very neat characters going on. I hope this show has a few seasons to really develop them.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on July 21, 2015, 04:39:26 PM
Ok, that last episode was way out there and what a trip him coming of the drugs were.  He is so important to Slater's character that he's willing to deal with all the crap that's going on with this kid.  Very interesting to say the least.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on July 31, 2015, 06:48:10 AM
I watched the first 3 episodes last night. Mind = Blown
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 31, 2015, 07:14:04 AM
He is so important to Slater's character that he's willing to deal with all the crap that's going on with this kid. 

So I guess you're thinking Slaters character is a 'real' person? I'm heavily leaning toward Slaters character being a figment of his imagination....alternate personality.


I watched the first 3 episodes last night. Mind = Blown

I think the show has gotten better with each episode. There are some very neat things going on.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on July 31, 2015, 07:15:52 AM
I watched the first 3 episodes last night. Mind = Blown

It's so damn fresh this show.  So many damn twists to.  I love the narrative from the lead character.


That's an interesting idea about Slater's character.  Mnnnn.......
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on July 31, 2015, 08:11:15 AM
That's an interesting idea about Slater's character.  Mnnnn.......
It's not desperately original (Fight Club being the obvious comparison, in a number of ways), but if indeed that is what's happening, then it's very nicely done. Mr Robot does show up at very opportune times. You also never see him and Elliot both interacting with other characters at the same time - if one is talking to people then the other is either silent or not there. He also doesn't have a name, he's just Mr Robot.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 31, 2015, 10:27:11 AM
That's an interesting idea about Slater's character.  Mnnnn.......
It's not desperately original (Fight Club being the obvious comparison, in a number of ways), but if indeed that is what's happening, then it's very nicely done. Mr Robot does show up at very opportune times. You also never see him and Elliot both interacting with other characters at the same time - if one is talking to people then the other is either silent or not there. He also doesn't have a name, he's just Mr Robot.

This is the largest evidence. They've yet to interact with the others at the same time. The way they 'take turns' interacting is handled very carefully. Like you said, not original but it's being done well.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on July 31, 2015, 12:58:11 PM
I haven't read too many of the comments yet but I'm definitely going to follow the thread and start watching sometime in the next few days; definitely was interested and now that interest is piqued thanks to the first few comments. Good stuff, I can't wait to begin!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on August 03, 2015, 11:02:19 AM
I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks Mr. Robot is not real though if it is the case, it will probably ruin something in the future.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 07, 2015, 07:12:26 AM
Wow...I did not expect that Exec to kill that chic! I don't even think he expected to do that. For a while I thought that maybe he was this 'White Rabbit" guy but I can't believe that someone so elusive and revered would be dumb enough to spontaneously kill someone.

Given that I think Elliot and Mr. Robot are the same person...the scenes that Mr. Robot shared alone this week were interesting. I still think they are one in the same....
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 07, 2015, 01:31:13 PM
Wow...I did not expect that Exec to kill that chic! I don't even think he expected to do that. For a while I thought that maybe he was this 'White Rose" guy but I can't believe that someone so elusive and revered would be dumb enough to spontaneously kill someone.
Fixed, but yeah he definitely seemed shocked and panicked by his own actions. Especially because, as he clearly realised, his saliva was all over her mouth.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on August 10, 2015, 08:50:15 AM
Wow...I did not expect that Exec to kill that chic! I don't even think he expected to do that. For a while I thought that maybe he was this 'White Rose" guy but I can't believe that someone so elusive and revered would be dumb enough to spontaneously kill someone.
Fixed, but yeah he definitely seemed shocked and panicked by his own actions. Especially because, as he clearly realised, his saliva was all over her mouth.

He forgot about the fingerprints.... But yeah, that was very strange. The guy is losing control pretty fast and so far I don't see how he fits in the bigger picture.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 10, 2015, 09:44:37 AM
He forgot about the fingerprints.... But yeah, that was very strange. The guy is losing control pretty fast and so far I don't see how he fits in the bigger picture.

for someone set up to be so 'in control' and almost sinister, he definitely doesn't have his  :censored together! I too am curious as to where he plays out in this. Maybe he will eventually be the 'in' that Elliot (Mr. Robot) needs to take down Evil Corp. That dude gets fired or overlooked for the top spots and decides to get revenge.....which would be ironic because that's what he made fun of Elliot for, being motivated by something as simple as revenge.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 13, 2015, 09:36:24 PM
Man this show is so good! Loved the 'twist' in the last episode of Elliot's sisters reveal. I was asking myself earlier in the show when those two were at the ballet class "When did they get so chummy? I don't recall them ever speaking to one another?"  Then, when she said "Did you forget who I am again?"  It was clear she was going to say "your sister"

And Mr. Robot being his Dad? I'm still not convinced Mr. Robot is really there. I'm still clinging to the "he's a figment of Elliot's imagination"

Such a good show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 14, 2015, 01:06:46 AM
Yeah that was a fantastic episode! Plenty of things that make you think "wait, what?" like the ballet class and Mr Robot in the car with Tyrell, and then some terrific reveals.

It seems Mr Robot definitely is/what their father, but whether he's actually there or not is another question.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on August 14, 2015, 07:21:33 AM
We've seen Mr. Robot interact with the bartender when ordering the appletini, with Tyrell when Elliot isn't present, and the black dude when he's growing weed. I think it's pretty clear that he IS really there. But, was this the whole plan from day one? Did he fake his own death? If he's capable of FSociety, then he's probably capable of faking his own death. Did Darlene know their dad wasn't dead this whole time? It seems like it had much influence on Elliot's development as a human, and is kinda f'd up if she knew the whole time. Is Angela's mother really dead?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 14, 2015, 09:28:05 AM
We've seen Mr. Robot interact with the bartender when ordering the appletini, with Tyrell when Elliot isn't present, and the black dude when he's growing weed. I think it's pretty clear that he IS really there.
Well, actually no it's not. Quite the opposite in fact. He and Elliot never really interact with any other character at the same time, suggesting a Fight Club esque split personality. Could still be the case, of course.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 14, 2015, 09:55:07 AM
We've seen Mr. Robot interact with the bartender when ordering the appletini, with Tyrell when Elliot isn't present, and the black dude when he's growing weed. I think it's pretty clear that he IS really there.
Well, actually no it's not. Quite the opposite in fact. He and Elliot never really interact with any other character at the same time, suggesting a Fight Club esque split personality. Could still be the case, of course.

This. He has interacted with people but it's never at the same time as Elliot. It's always been one or the other speaking. When one is done speaking (when in a group of people) that character fades to the background and the other then talks. they're never side by side talking to the group. I think Mr. Robot is just Elliots imagination....
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on August 14, 2015, 01:00:52 PM
So how does that explain Mr. Robots interaction independently without Elliot there? Is that supposed to actually be Elliot in those scenes, but he sees himself as Mr. Robot, so that's who we see?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 14, 2015, 01:32:29 PM
So how does that explain Mr. Robots interaction independently without Elliot there? Is that supposed to actually be Elliot in those scenes, but he sees himself as Mr. Robot, so that's who we see?

I think it's that. When it's just Mr. Robot....it's actually Elliot engaging that 'personality' because generally when it's just Mr. Robot in a scene with someone he's being agressive, demanding and pretty much owning someone in that moment. Elliot can't do that....Mr. Robot can.


It may turn out that Mr. Robot is real and is actually Elliots Dad who didn't die....but that wouldn't explain why his sister would just hide that fact from him like that?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 14, 2015, 01:57:09 PM
It may turn out that Mr. Robot is real and is actually Elliots Dad who didn't die....but that wouldn't explain why his sister would just hide that fact from him like that?
By that logic, she was "hiding" the fact that she's his sister as well. She wouldn't have been hiding anything, but she would have assumed he knew.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 14, 2015, 02:11:13 PM
It may turn out that Mr. Robot is real and is actually Elliots Dad who didn't die....but that wouldn't explain why his sister would just hide that fact from him like that?
By that logic, she was "hiding" the fact that she's his sister as well. She wouldn't have been hiding anything, but she would have assumed he knew.

Which makes me believe Mr. Robot is imagined even more because she knows why Elliot is set on destroying Evil Corp.....because they killed his Dad. I mean, there has been multiple occasions where (if she assumed Elliot knew his Dad was there) where she'd have called on him to help her in an argument or whatever. But as we've talked about....Mr. Robot and Elliot are never involved at the same time in any conversation.....ever. Even when it 'appears' they are in the same room.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 18, 2015, 02:18:01 PM
Holy shit we caught up last night.  Yeah, when you see Mr. Robot talking with others, it's really Elliot, ready to take down the "Big man".  When he's off his meds, he's trying to kiss his sister.  Crazy far out stuff.  Great writing and acting so far.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sneakyblueberry on August 18, 2015, 07:23:41 PM
My brother recommended we start watching this so I've got it loaded up and ready to go, then I can join the discourse on this thread and take the tally of participants up to 7 woohoooooo.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 18, 2015, 07:25:34 PM
 :lol

I'm laughing now but boy are you in for a wild ride.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 18, 2015, 07:45:17 PM
 
My brother recommended we start watching this so I've got it loaded up and ready to go, then I can join the discourse on this thread and take the tally of participants up to 7 woohoooooo.

  :lol I'm not sure why this show isn't getting more props. Maybe because it's on USA? It's so well done, I hope it's not a one and done show and that it gets a few seasons.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 18, 2015, 07:54:41 PM
USA network has made some quality shows of late.  Suitso being my favorite.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 19, 2015, 01:54:45 AM
My brother recommended we start watching this so I've got it loaded up and ready to go, then I can join the discourse on this thread and take the tally of participants up to 7 woohoooooo.

  :lol I'm not sure why this show isn't getting more props. Maybe because it's on USA? It's so well done, I hope it's not a one and done show and that it gets a few seasons.
I thought it had already been renewed for a second season even before the first episode aired.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on August 19, 2015, 06:31:37 AM
I was also gonna mention Suits. That show is seriously awesome. Burn Notice was cool, but stayed on too long. Covert Affairs started a little hokey maybe, but if it was on HBO or Cinemax, the last couple seasons would have been a serious spy drama. White Collar was one of my favorite shows ever.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sneakyblueberry on August 19, 2015, 04:07:12 PM
I have no idea about American TV networks but from what I gather, ABC is starting to gain a bit more traction amongst as of late.  This is coming from my media studies lecturer :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 19, 2015, 06:22:21 PM
Seriously,  the last 5 years were finally getting good British TV shows in America.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 19, 2015, 10:18:29 PM
DUDE! Knew it  :metal This show keeps getting better and better. Bummer there's only one episode left.


I thought it had already been renewed for a second season even before the first episode aired.

Just looked it up and you are correct. Hours before its debut episode USA renewed it for at least (10) episodes in season 2.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on August 21, 2015, 10:16:36 PM
Holy shit dudes I love this show. But I've only seen two episodes and I really wanna support it but I can't find it anywhere legal. What in the hell does this air on and does it air anywhere streaming on the net that's legit?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 22, 2015, 04:33:16 AM
It's on USA Network.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 25, 2015, 05:29:13 PM
I have been shotgunning this show. I am through episode 7. From what I understand, I need 2 more to catch up, then the finale.

This is so good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 25, 2015, 05:39:52 PM
The next 2 are fantastic.   They will not disappoint.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 25, 2015, 07:42:00 PM
The next 2 are fantastic.   They will not disappoint.

can't wait for the finale!! Such a good show....
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 26, 2015, 05:15:39 PM
Just read the season finale will be delayed by USA Network due to a scene that is similar to the shooting that took place today.


Wow.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 26, 2015, 05:24:47 PM
To show you how out of touch I am I didn't know of the shooting.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 26, 2015, 05:28:13 PM
To show you how out of touch I am I didn't know of the shooting.

Really? How? It's been reported near everywhere.....it's a horrific tragedy.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 26, 2015, 05:59:15 PM
Work all day. Came home and cooked. Now DVR.  Not a lick of news.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 27, 2015, 12:25:09 AM
Just read the season finale will be delayed by USA Network due to a scene that is similar to the shooting that took place today.


Wow.
Damn, that doubly sucks. :(
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 27, 2015, 08:28:41 AM
They are going to air the finale next week in it's time slot, same day.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on August 27, 2015, 11:51:35 AM
Imagine in my youth, if I saw what I saw on TV and did what I saw on TV?


I'd be the Acme Anvil Serial Killer.

Or the Frying Pan In The Face Killer.

Or the teen WHO HAD TO DRIVE HIS CAR AT 55 AT ALL TIMES SO NOTHING WOULD BLOW UP!

 :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 29, 2015, 05:57:48 AM
Holy crap, just got all caught up.

Easily one of the best new shows in...well, in some time.

Can't wait for the finale.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 29, 2015, 08:16:43 AM
My brother told me that he read an article online where the creator of the series says he has a 5 Season story arc "plan".

If each season can maintain the 'feel' and excitement as this one.....that's gonna be a neat show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 30, 2015, 04:41:53 AM
My brother told me that he read an article online where the creator of the series says he has a 5 Season story arc "plan".

If each season can maintain the 'feel' and excitement as this one.....that's gonna be a neat show.
I would be shocked if it could be maintained over that period of time.

I would also be thrilled.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 03, 2015, 08:35:02 AM
Awesome finale! I can see why they waited a week considering the scene in question.....brutal! Such a cool show, can't wait until next season to see where they take it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on September 03, 2015, 07:37:17 PM
Yeah, great ending and man, of the deep end....
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: abydos on September 03, 2015, 07:57:55 PM
Didn't like the finale in particular. The only thing I enjoyed in the last couple of episodes was the scene with the woman with the baby in front of their house.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on September 04, 2015, 09:25:52 AM
I'm gonna go with WTF? So many unanswered questions at this point, I'm not very satisfied to be honest. Other than that, it was a pretty good episode showing the really dark and brutal side of corporate leadership.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on September 04, 2015, 09:46:58 AM
Remember that the first season is basically just the first act, so there will obviously be loads of unanswered questions and open threads. Esmail said he has a 4 or 5 season plan.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: abydos on September 04, 2015, 10:42:02 AM
I re-watched some of the scenes I liked most in the finale. That scene I referenced up is still holding up as one of the best, most ominous and discomforting scene I can remember watching in recent times. And as amazing as the acting and dialogue is in it, I think what brings it over the top is the sound attached to it. Simply genius.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 04, 2015, 11:50:34 PM
Apparently there was a bonus teaser scene after the credits. I didn't see it first time around. If you didn't see it go online.....it's out there. Seems White Rose and the new CEO of evil Corp. are in cahoots with one another?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on September 07, 2015, 07:21:48 AM
Finally caught the finale.  Wow, lots of questions remaining.

That suicide was pretty gnarly.  Reminiscent of Budd Dwyer's suicide.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 07, 2015, 08:54:04 AM
I re-watched some of the scenes I liked most in the finale. That scene I referenced up is still holding up as one of the best, most ominous and discomforting scene I can remember watching in recent times. And as amazing as the acting and dialogue is in it, I think what brings it over the top is the sound attached to it. Simply genius.

This scene really bolsters my suspicion that Elliot is Tyrell also. When she speaks to him in French and he doesn't understand her.....she starts to cry....they way it all felt. Also, that scene where Tyrell and Mr. Robot were alone in Tyrells car was odd also.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on September 07, 2015, 09:02:11 AM
This scene really bolsters my suspicion that Elliot is Tyrell also.
I was thinking that pretty early on in the episode, having not considered it before. Then again, the reactions of the Allsafe boss whose name I can't remember wouldn't make sense when he meets with Tyrell (and later when he tries to meet him after he's already been fired) if he was really Elliot. So I'm not sure it stacks up.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 07, 2015, 09:19:08 AM
This scene really bolsters my suspicion that Elliot is Tyrell also.
I was thinking that pretty early on in the episode, having not considered it before. Then again, the reactions of the Allsafe boss whose name I can't remember wouldn't make sense when he meets with Tyrell (and later when he tries to meet him after he's already been fired) if he was really Elliot. So I'm not sure it stacks up.

Those two instances are hard to get by....I was trying to figure out how that scene when Elliot stopped in to see Tyrell would have 'worked' if he were Tyrell. Unfortunately I've deleted that episode already so I can't re-watch it again to hear that secretary's wording, but it's a tough one to get past. I think you could possibly explain away the Allsafe boss knowing Tyrell also as Tyrell being 'hands on' at Allsafe or something? I don't know?

Might be looking a little too hard for it to fit...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on September 07, 2015, 09:40:48 AM
Yeah, probably. :lol Like I said, I had the same thought early on in the finale, but I just don't see how it would work. We Allsafe guy interact a lot with Elliot, and indeed inviting him round for dinner and stuff. His reactions to and interactions with Tyrell just don't fit with that.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on September 07, 2015, 10:57:48 AM
This scene really bolsters my suspicion that Elliot is Tyrell also.
I was thinking that pretty early on in the episode, having not considered it before. Then again, the reactions of the Allsafe boss whose name I can't remember wouldn't make sense when he meets with Tyrell (and later when he tries to meet him after he's already been fired) if he was really Elliot. So I'm not sure it stacks up.

Those two instances are hard to get by....I was trying to figure out how that scene when Elliot stopped in to see Tyrell would have 'worked' if he were Tyrell. Unfortunately I've deleted that episode already so I can't re-watch it again to hear that secretary's wording, but it's a tough one to get past. I think you could possibly explain away the Allsafe boss knowing Tyrell also as Tyrell being 'hands on' at Allsafe or something? I don't know?

Might be looking a little too hard for it to fit...

She says Tyrell doesn't work there any more and then asks what Elliot wants there. I think that scene pretty much clears the air about that but until that point I could have bought into them being the same person.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 28, 2016, 12:18:36 AM
Slight necro to say that this shit is THE SHIIIIIIIT. I finally got around to watching (okay, remembering) it and I just finished episode 1. Wow. Wowee. Wowooweewoo. That is awesome. Please tell me it stays this consistently cool!? I hope so and that S2 keeps it up.

Elliot's eyes ARE SO HUGE. They're like popping out of his skull at all times and it's so perfect and so creeptastic. Good lord, man; pop those suckers back into their sockets completely.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on January 28, 2016, 07:06:38 AM
It is a tremendously awesome show from start to finish.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on January 28, 2016, 07:16:07 AM
Fantastic writing and acting.  I can't wait for season 2.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: seasonsinthesky on January 28, 2016, 07:45:19 AM
Slight necro to say that this shit is THE SHIIIIIIIT. I finally got around to watching (okay, remembering) it and I just finished episode 1. Wow. Wowee. Wowooweewoo. That is awesome. Please tell me it stays this consistently cool!? I hope so and that S2 keeps it up.

It gets BETTER.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 28, 2016, 09:30:44 AM
Fantastic writing and acting.  I can't wait for season 2.

I am so anxious to see season 2. I'm cautiously optimistic that it can maintain the awesomeness of Season 1.....and I'm hoping it's not like True Detective or American Horror story where the First Seasons were so incredible that every season will be compared to them and fall short.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 28, 2016, 01:12:04 PM
Awesome blossom! About to start episode 4. I am so into this. Fantastic material...gawd, now it's the 'are they gonna screw this up' phase in waiting for S2. I really, really hope they keep it going.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: chaossystem on January 28, 2016, 07:34:35 PM
This is a must see new drama.  I have seen a first episode and is that good.

It's about a cyber security employee who is a hacker at night who's being wowed by an underground group bent on bringing down the big machine.

Great dialogue and a great storyline. I highly recommend it.

Did you mean "wooed?"
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 28, 2016, 09:10:52 PM
I mean...wowed is a word. Past tense of wow. "His hacking skills really wowed me".
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: chaossystem on January 28, 2016, 11:12:56 PM
I know...I just wasn't sure which way he MEANT it!

Wowed would mean he was impressed by what they did...

Wooed would mean they want him to join them.

So it could be either one!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 29, 2016, 12:44:42 AM
Ahh, gotcha.

I just finished S1. Holy effing cow.


SPOILERTALK




So...even though I called the 'revelation' of Mr. Robot about halfway through (though still having a back and forth with myself until that episode), it was so clear that it wasn't really supposed to be the revelation so much as a 'here it is, your confirmation'. I fucking loved that right down to the very song that played at the end of Fight Club soon after the reveal to Elliot breaking the fourth wall as he did time and time again only to say "You knew all along, didn't you?"...they knew it was going to have comparisons so they pretty much said fuck it, we'll make it a direct homage and throw it in your face; it was beautiful. What an awesomely crafted show. I really, really have my doubts S2 will be as captivating but man do I hope so. Truly a triumphant showmanship of television at its best. Brilliant stuff. I'm interested in seeing where they go from here but jeez...I do hope on the opposite side of that token that they don't drag this out because it really feels like there's only a few other big points to cover and that should be that. They could easily end the series with S2 and honestly I hope they do because even then, like I said, it's going to be tough to reach that same caliber of captivation. I think it can absolutely be done but after that it's just going to get stale, I think. Unless some other big reveal happens and shit hits the fan again. I just can't think of what else could happen that's as big as this other than "Oops, they did it again!" which...would pretty much be horrible in my opinion. Keep it fresh, wrap it up and remain one of the hardest hitting shows.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on January 29, 2016, 06:32:01 AM
This is a must see new drama.  I have seen a first episode and is that good.

It's about a cyber security employee who is a hacker at night who's being wowed by an underground group bent on bringing down the big machine.

Great dialogue and a great storyline. I highly recommend it.

Did you mean "wooed?"

Yes wooed.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 29, 2016, 07:04:49 AM
Ahh, gotcha.

I just finished S1. Holy effing cow.


SPOILERTALK




So...even though I called the 'revelation' of Mr. Robot about halfway through (though still having a back and forth with myself until that episode), it was so clear that it wasn't really supposed to be the revelation so much as a 'here it is, your confirmation'. I fucking loved that right down to the very song that played at the end of Fight Club soon after the reveal to Elliot breaking the fourth wall as he did time and time again only to say "You knew all along, didn't you?"...they knew it was going to have comparisons so they pretty much said fuck it, we'll make it a direct homage and throw it in your face; it was beautiful. What an awesomely crafted show. I really, really have my doubts S2 will be as captivating but man do I hope so. Truly a triumphant showmanship of television at its best. Brilliant stuff. I'm interested in seeing where they go from here but jeez...I do hope on the opposite side of that token that they don't drag this out because it really feels like there's only a few other big points to cover and that should be that. They could easily end the series with S2 and honestly I hope they do because even then, like I said, it's going to be tough to reach that same caliber of captivation. I think it can absolutely be done but after that it's just going to get stale, I think. Unless some other big reveal happens and shit hits the fan again. I just can't think of what else could happen that's as big as this other than "Oops, they did it again!" which...would pretty much be horrible in my opinion. Keep it fresh, wrap it up and remain one of the hardest hitting shows.

Good point on the reveal Tio. There were a few of us here that were calling it pretty early on that Elliot was Mr. Robot....but the way they presented the reveal wasn't in a gotcha way but like you said, a confirmation of our suspicions.

And to your point about the story getting stale....I want to say that the creator of the show has a specific number of seasons he has in mind to tell his story. There is an article out there that basically says this was originally going to be a movie but once he got in to writing it he figured out quick that he couldn't tell the story in the confines of a film so he mapped out like 4 or 5 seasons of a show. I just hope he gets his full run to tell the story and doesn't get shafted ala Hannibal and Continuum....two shows that had a specific season arc planned to tell the whole story but were cut short.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 29, 2016, 09:47:51 AM
Ah, that is great to hear. It's no coincidence that a lot of times the most critically and (well, sometimes) commercially successful shows are ones with strict guidelines to story and a clear end in sight. But yeah exactly as you said...man, that would just suck if it ended up being cancelled. The best shows seem to though...aaargh. Here's hoping.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on January 29, 2016, 10:04:16 AM
Season 2 already greenlighted.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 29, 2016, 10:35:59 AM
Well yeah but in terms of completing the man's vision. Hannibal lasted 3 seasons but it's story was set to go much further. What Gman and I are saying is that the whole story is completed, which in this case would mean 4 or 5 seasons. Granted, whether I'll actually like that is up in the air because I'm having trouble in seeing what else could pop up that's more than...taking down the world's biggest evil company buuut hey if he's thought of it, I'm willing to watch it...IF it makes it that far.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: King Postwhore on January 29, 2016, 11:18:33 AM
It happens so much now. Fringe was like that as well.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on January 29, 2016, 11:23:15 AM
It's truly a shame. And it sucks even more for shows that last that long, like Fringe, and end up falling just short enough. It impacts my wanting to watch them if I hadn't caught them while they were on as well. I'm still in the middle of Fringe but just knowing that the ending isn't all that it could've been is a real friggin' bummer.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: axeman90210 on June 01, 2016, 07:41:34 AM
Bump for this thread. Watched the first three episodes on demand last night/this morning and I'm in. Very cool show so far.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 01, 2016, 08:35:50 AM
Can't wait, season two very soon!!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on June 01, 2016, 08:48:15 AM
Can't wait, season two very soon!!
This exactly!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 01, 2016, 08:51:21 AM
Can't wait, season two very soon!!
This exactly!


JULY 13th   :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: TioJorge on June 02, 2016, 12:20:28 AM
 :o :metal :metal :metal :coolio :coolio :coolio
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 13, 2016, 09:59:24 AM
TONIGHT!!!!!!!   2 Hour Premier!!!!!!     :metal :metal :metal :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on July 13, 2016, 11:12:02 AM
TONIGHT!!!!!!!   2 Hour Premier!!!!!!     :metal :metal :metal :metal

My wife and I just watched all of season one (we were late to the party) so we are pumped for season two to start. Great show!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on July 13, 2016, 11:50:21 AM
Same here. Caught up just a few weeks ago. Excited for the new season!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 13, 2016, 12:50:26 PM
The buzz is that there is no 'sophomore slump'....that it's just a good if not better than the first season.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 14, 2016, 06:58:07 AM
Yep. this show didn't skip a beat. Very strong Premier....
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: wizard of Thought on July 14, 2016, 08:03:13 AM
I just watched the start of S2 and I thought that it was even better than the second half of S1 and I didn`t even think that would be possible at this point.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on July 14, 2016, 11:55:14 AM
Awesome episode/s.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on July 15, 2016, 04:04:00 PM
ughhhhhhhhh this show is so good
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 16, 2016, 08:25:03 AM
ughhhhhhhhh this show is so good

I told my brother that I wish I had the fortitude to not watch anymore episodes....avoid spoilers.....DVR every episode and then just watch the remainder of this season in one day after it was over. I did not want that episode to end.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 16, 2016, 08:39:01 AM
Some fun theories that you could really see any of them being the case....


https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/mr-robot-season-premiere-theories-911464
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 28, 2016, 09:22:12 AM
The beginning of this season has been insane. The first three episodes were such a good set up leading to Elliot getting back on the console.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on July 28, 2016, 11:44:45 AM
Yeah, another great episode.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 02, 2016, 10:46:06 AM
Yeah, this show is so good it hurts.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 02, 2016, 11:00:39 AM
Yeah my wife and I have really been enjoying season two so far. Really, really good stuff.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 02, 2016, 11:22:12 AM
Yeah, this show is so good it hurts.

It really is. I find myself each week almost preparing for the 'let down'....but it has yet to do so. I hope that stays true. I think we've only scratched the surface on this story and that is awesome.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 02, 2016, 12:54:33 PM
It really is. I find myself each week almost preparing for the 'let down'....but it has yet to do so. I hope that stays true. I think we've only scratched the surface on this story and that is awesome.

I agree with the bolded especially. This season they are continuing to add new layers to the story as well.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 04, 2016, 07:35:05 AM
Elliot just can't seem to escape trouble.  :lol   Interested to see how he gets out of this one.

I'm really starting to like the FBI chick as well. Neat character...who almost seems like she'd take Elliots side with the right persuasion.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 09, 2016, 12:54:12 PM
Looking forward to this week's episode!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 09, 2016, 01:12:54 PM
Looking forward to this week's episode!

No kidding. this could be the best show on TV right now.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 09, 2016, 03:31:59 PM
I don't think there is any doubt that it's the best show currently airing.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 10, 2016, 06:55:11 AM
I don't think there is any doubt that it's the best show currently airing.

I think it is, for sure. Looking forward to tonight's episode.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 12, 2016, 07:36:36 AM
The opening scene of this weeks episode was so awesome, total early 90s sitcom throwback.  :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Shooters1221 on August 12, 2016, 07:45:05 AM
The opening scene of this weeks episode was so awesome, total early 90s sitcom throwback.  :lol

Yeah, that was sweet. They always seem to surprise me with things like that on this show. I'm glad it switched when it did though, I don't think an entire episode of that would have been smart. This was brilliant though.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 12, 2016, 07:45:48 AM
The opening scene of this weeks episode was so awesome, total early 90s sitcom throwback.  :lol

this show is insane. I'm really curious as to how Elliot is going to get out of his current predicament. I can't imagine he lets them slide.

Also, WTF did the Dark Army do to that dudes finger? Did they inject him with something or just drive a needle under his fingernail for tortures sake?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Podaar on August 12, 2016, 07:57:11 AM
I watched the first episode of this show last night. Color me intrigued!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 12, 2016, 07:59:10 AM
I watched the first episode of this show last night. Color me intrigued!

Gregg....welcome to the show. I can't imagine you won't like this. It's so well written and acted.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 12, 2016, 08:34:55 AM
Also, WTF did the Dark Army do to that dudes finger? Did they inject him with something or just drive a needle under his fingernail for tortures sake?

Not sure, my wife and I were discussing that as well. I assumed they injected him with something, but then he showed up a few scenes later to give Angela the backpack, so I'm not sure. Something else this show could reveal in time.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Aefenwelg on August 12, 2016, 02:28:26 PM
Also, WTF did the Dark Army do to that dudes finger? Did they inject him with something or just drive a needle under his fingernail for tortures sake?

I thought they stuck the needle in his finger and then broke it off.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Podaar on August 12, 2016, 09:56:14 PM
I'm not reading this thread to avoid spoilers...

We watched two episodes tonight and half way through the second episode Mrs. P said, "This is Fight Club for dorks!" I love my wife, she is so smart!  :hefdaddy
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 13, 2016, 04:48:20 AM
Just caught this week's episode. LOVED the intro sequence. This is getting crazy.

Well, crazier.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 13, 2016, 08:15:53 AM
Just caught this week's episode. LOVED the intro sequence. This is getting crazy.

Well, crazier.

Hef....any guesses on what they did to that dudes finger? did they inject him with something or just torturing him?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: seasonsinthesky on August 15, 2016, 11:40:52 AM
Looked to me like the needle went into his fingertip rather than directly under the nail, but maybe that's just a result of angling and/or whatever trick they used to make it (I'm assuming retracting needle, but maybe it was a prosthetic hand, or both). Not really interested in pausing it for a screencap. :lol

I've only been half-enjoying this season tbh. It just seems to be going nuts for the sake of going nuts, rather than moving toward some overarching point... which was what made the first season so interesting. Then again, I dunno how anyone could follow up that first season with something equally good, so they sorta doomed themselves right off the bat.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 15, 2016, 12:33:11 PM
I've only been half-enjoying this season tbh. It just seems to be going nuts for the sake of going nuts, rather than moving toward some overarching point... which was what made the first season so interesting. Then again, I dunno how anyone could follow up that first season with something equally good, so they sorta doomed themselves right off the bat.

This is how my wife has reacted to the second season so far. I have been loving it, she has been wanting a little more focus.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on August 15, 2016, 03:48:51 PM
He didn't inject him with anything. Just broke the needle off in his finger tip, not under the nail. Ouch!

I feel differently from the rest of you. The first 20 mins of the episode was agony for me. I couldn't wait for it to end. It was cool what they were going for, and I appreciate that, but just didn't fit for me. The entire part could be summed up in two sentences. The rest of the episode was awesome! I loved the style of the following camera with the music that gave certain parts an old like 70s crime drama feel.

Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 16, 2016, 12:02:24 AM
I suspect that they did inject him, and that it was with something they could use to track him to where Darlene & co were hiding.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on August 16, 2016, 06:27:34 AM
If they did actually inject him, it was a glaring inconsistency. When he stuck the needle in his finger, the plunger was all the way down/in.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on August 16, 2016, 07:05:03 AM
I don't think they injected him. Piercing that nerve under the nail is a well known torture technique. I think it was just a cause pain thing, something they didn't even plan to do until the dude started asking questions.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 16, 2016, 07:23:56 AM
I suspect that they did inject him, and that it was with something they could use to track him to where Darlene & co were hiding.

This was my thought being that the needle was prepped and in a pretty secure case.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 16, 2016, 07:34:20 AM

I feel differently from the rest of you. The first 20 mins of the episode was agony for me. I couldn't wait for it to end. It was cool what they were going for, and I appreciate that, but just didn't fit for me. The entire part could be summed up in two sentences. The rest of the episode was awesome! I loved the style of the following camera with the music that gave certain parts an old like 70s crime drama feel.

I love the musical direction of this show, great song choices throughout.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 16, 2016, 08:13:42 AM
I don't think they injected him. Piercing that nerve under the nail is a well known torture technique. I think it was just a cause pain thing, something they didn't even plan to do until the dude started asking questions.
Why would they use a needle though, particularly one kept in a secure box of some kind.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 16, 2016, 08:19:40 AM
I don't think they injected him. Piercing that nerve under the nail is a well known torture technique. I think it was just a cause pain thing, something they didn't even plan to do until the dude started asking questions.
Why would they use a needle though, particularly one kept in a secure box of some kind.

I also thought for a moment that they were going to shoot him up to where he OD'd and died....for being out of line.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 16, 2016, 09:29:08 AM
I also thought for a moment that they were going to shoot him up to where he OD'd and died....for being out of line.

In the moment, that's what I thought too.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 16, 2016, 10:39:56 AM
Just caught this week's episode. LOVED the intro sequence. This is getting crazy.

Well, crazier.

Hef....any guesses on what they did to that dudes finger? did they inject him with something or just torturing him?
I have no idea.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 17, 2016, 09:42:24 PM
Fantastic Episode! I won't say too much as to not spoil anything but it did confirm a major suspicion. This show.....man. It doesn't disappoint.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on August 18, 2016, 03:49:41 AM
While good, I think I'll have to wait until next week's episode to truly evaluate this one. I think I need a little bit more information here.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 18, 2016, 07:51:31 AM
While good, I think I'll have to wait until next week's episode to truly evaluate this one. I think I need a little bit more information here.

Yeah....so do I, but it was still a great episode.




SPOILERZ....



I'm assuming that Ray was the Warden of the Corrections Facility? And his 'crew' must have been the prison guards? And, I'm at a loss trying to figure out 'why' Elliot was even there? Had he been caught for the hack he'd never get out and plus the news thinks Tyrell did it. Was he there voluntarily?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on August 18, 2016, 09:16:00 AM
I'm assuming that Ray was the Warden of the Corrections Facility? And his 'crew' must have been the prison guards?

Yeah those are my thoughts as well.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 22, 2016, 07:55:02 AM
I'm assuming that Ray was the Warden of the Corrections Facility? And his 'crew' must have been the prison guards?

Yeah those are my thoughts as well.

SPOILERS

Agreed. The prison reveal has me thinking back to so many interactions Elliott's character has had over the season so far... His visits from Angela and his sister, his phone calls, etc... All can align with this new reality that was revealed to us. Pretty cool.

I'm assuming the next episode will reveal more, but yeah I'm thinking Ray and his crew worked at the prison to some degree, threw Elliott into solitary, etc...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 22, 2016, 08:10:28 AM
I'm assuming that Ray was the Warden of the Corrections Facility? And his 'crew' must have been the prison guards?

Yeah those are my thoughts as well.

SPOILERS

Agreed. The prison reveal has me thinking back to so many interactions Elliott's character has had over the season so far... His visits from Angela and his sister, his phone calls, etc... All can align with this new reality that was revealed to us. Pretty cool.

I'm assuming the next episode will reveal more, but yeah I'm thinking Ray and his crew worked at the prison to some degree, threw Elliott into solitary, etc...
Yeah this is my thinking too. I'd sort of been aware that the only time Elliot has interacted with other season 1 characters has been at his "mother's house", but not really explicitly considered what it meant. Early on I though it might be in his head, but then he was interacting with Darlene and Gideon, so I stopped thinking about it much.

Big question for me is what he's in for. I wonder if maybe he openly committed some fairly minor offence to get locked up and therefore away from technology for a while. Neither the hack nor apparently killing Tyrell (which I'm sceptical about) would seem to make sense.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on August 22, 2016, 08:15:51 AM
Is it possible he got arrested for hacking that guy that was dating his therapist? That guy was not at all pleased, and specifically said Elliott shouldn't be able to get away with this.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 22, 2016, 08:20:47 AM
Is it possible he got arrested for hacking that guy that was dating his therapist? That guy was not at all pleased, and specifically said Elliott shouldn't be able to get away with this.
Interesting - that's definitely possible. Wouldn't have the same emotional impact as Elliot doing it to himself, but it's certainly feasible - particularly because if it was hacking-related, then it makes sense for Ray to know about his ability with computer systems.

I guess we'll find out either this week or at least by the end of the season.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 22, 2016, 10:12:02 AM
Yeah, why he is in prison is the big question now...

I'd take a guess that it's self-inflicted in order to regiment his life and get him away from a computer.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 22, 2016, 10:40:41 AM
That was a crazy episode.  But definitely need more info.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 22, 2016, 12:12:03 PM
I'd take a guess that it's self-inflicted in order to regiment his life and get him away from a computer.

I want to say I remember when Darlene was there 'visiting' him she said something to the effect of "I still can't believe you chose to come here?" It would seem that Elliot must have committed himself or something willingly. I'm sure it'll be addressed soon enough.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on August 22, 2016, 12:47:20 PM
I'd take a guess that it's self-inflicted in order to regiment his life and get him away from a computer.

I want to say I remember when Darlene was there 'visiting' him she said something to the effect of "I still can't believe you chose to come here?" It would seem that Elliot must have committed himself or something willingly. I'm sure it'll be addressed soon enough.
Yep, more good evidence.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 22, 2016, 02:30:15 PM
I'd take a guess that it's self-inflicted in order to regiment his life and get him away from a computer.

I want to say I remember when Darlene was there 'visiting' him she said something to the effect of "I still can't believe you chose to come here?" It would seem that Elliot must have committed himself or something willingly. I'm sure it'll be addressed soon enough.
Yep, more good evidence.

Yeah good call! That's probably it then... This show is so awesome!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Shooters1221 on August 22, 2016, 03:22:15 PM
Is it possible he got arrested for hacking that guy that was dating his therapist? That guy was not at all pleased, and specifically said Elliott shouldn't be able to get away with this.
Interesting - that's definitely possible. Wouldn't have the same emotional impact as Elliot doing it to himself, but it's certainly feasible - particularly because if it was hacking-related, then it makes sense for Ray to know about his ability with computer systems.

I guess we'll find out either this week or at least by the end of the season.

They did mention that on the 'aftershow', but every time I think I got it, they blow my mind again!!! Clearly my favorite show currently airing :o
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 25, 2016, 09:42:44 AM
Daaaaaammmmmnnnnn Darlene! Home girl just took it to the next level. And, it looks like the Dark Army is going to start cleaning house.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 26, 2016, 06:49:43 AM
Daaaaaammmmmnnnnn Darlene! Home girl just took it to the next level. And, it looks like the Dark Army is going to start cleaning house.

 :lol Yeah pretty much that. Darlene is either starting to lose it or her true colors are being shown? Maybe both?

Love that they were able to go a whole episode and not show the main character of the show and still hold my interest.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 26, 2016, 07:36:02 AM
Daaaaaammmmmnnnnn Darlene! Home girl just took it to the next level. And, it looks like the Dark Army is going to start cleaning house.

 :lol Yeah pretty much that. Darlene is either starting to lose it or her true colors are being shown? Maybe both?

Love that they were able to go a whole episode and not show the main character of the show and still hold my interest.

Yeah...that was a cool thing to see that it's not entirely necessary to have Elliot around, although....I'd have liked to see more of him. But it looks like next week is focused on him a lot so.

What I have a hard time believing is that these guys are so smart and tech savvy that they didn't have something in place to notify them when that chic was returning home? Can't believe they were caught off guard like that....then again....I can't believe they stayed at that spot for so long either.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on August 26, 2016, 08:04:12 AM
What I have a hard time believing is that these guys are so smart and tech savvy that they didn't have something in place to notify them when that chic was returning home? Can't believe they were caught off guard like that....then again....I can't believe they stayed at that spot for so long either.

Agreed. After she showed up, they said something to the effect of "we should have been watching her GPS closer", meaning they were tracking her but weren't paying attention. Like you said, you'd think tech geniuses would have set it up so if that GPS signal got within a few miles of their location, they would be alerted. But whatever.

But - complete speculation - what if we find out later that Darlene actually wanted all that to happen? She actually wanted Susan to come home so that Darlene would have the opportunity for the revenge she's wanted since she was 4 years old?

I could see that being revealed later on.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on August 26, 2016, 09:15:29 AM
But - complete speculation - what if we find out later that Darlene actually wanted all that to happen? She actually wanted Susan to come home so that Darlene would have the opportunity for the revenge she's wanted since she was 4 years old?

could be. She walked into that pool room knowing she was going to kill her....and then did.

I was talking with my brother about this and we both agree that it'd be pretty sick if there was a 'happy' ending to all of this....at least for the main characters...(Ellitot, Darlene) Elliot has destroyed the world economy basically with Darlene and now Darlene has actually killed someone. I can't see them glorifying this type of behavior with a 'happy' ending. Even if you 'agree' with F-Society's ideological stance...what they did is a massive crime and killing someone is rarely OK to do...especially the manner in which Darlene did.

I'm curious as to the end game of the show and if we are going to get a realistic ending or if it will be 'hollywooded' up...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on August 27, 2016, 11:36:48 AM
Just caught the latest episode.

This show keeps getting better. I don't remember too many shows that could have an entire episode that was missing the protagonist and still be awesome.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: axeman90210 on August 29, 2016, 07:47:43 AM
Spent this weekend getting caught up on season 2 (had only seen the season premiere), and holy crap, so good. A couple of the long episodes probably could have stood to have been cut a little bit shorter, but that's about my only complaint. It's a testament to this season's work with the ancillary characters that they were able to pull last week's episode off and keep us engrossed for the full hour, I don't think an Elliot-less episode would have worked last year.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on September 01, 2016, 03:24:05 PM
Really awesome episode this week. Feels like the overall tension escalated here compared to previously on season. Building up to the season end.

Something that was particularly cool this week was the music. It's always good music on this show but this episode stood out for me.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 01, 2016, 08:28:00 PM
Watched the first season of this show in one day lol. Insanely amazing show, love the attention to detail on all the software used. Very authentic terminology. Currently watching season 2 and 4 episodes in, should be able to catch up by tomorrow lol. I should've waited until the season was done to catch up but after that season finale couldn't wait to watch the next set of episodes. Second season has been great as well, though very different in terms of pace and storyline, but still amazing nonetheless.

Also so many House of Cards characters in this show. And is it just me or does the music sound so similar to Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross' The social network and Girl with dragon tattoos soundtracks?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on September 02, 2016, 06:36:34 AM
Is it possible he got arrested for hacking that guy that was dating his therapist? That guy was not at all pleased, and specifically said Elliott shouldn't be able to get away with this.
Interesting - that's definitely possible. Wouldn't have the same emotional impact as Elliot doing it to himself, but it's certainly feasible - particularly because if it was hacking-related, then it makes sense for Ray to know about his ability with computer systems.

I guess we'll find out either this week or at least by the end of the season.

Aww yeah :yarr. But... I guess we were both right. In the end, it was "self-inflicted".

Oh, and Angela's really a conundrum. WTF does she actually want? And does it matter? Cuz Dom is all up in her shit, and has been all up in her shit for quite a while.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 02, 2016, 07:24:19 AM
Al caught up now, dang the wait for the last few episodes is going to be ridiculous. Can't believe how awesome this season has been as well, it makes me want to crank out the ol bash shell in windows and start using command line Linux again.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 02, 2016, 01:47:55 PM
I think Angela is going to flip and rat Elliot out, possibly even work under cover to get him on tape or something. She's showing signs of losing it and Dom knows it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: wizard of Thought on September 03, 2016, 05:27:45 PM
Something that was particularly cool this week was the music. It's always good music on this show but this episode stood out for me.

I have to agree on this one. The music was awesome in the opening scene of this episode in particular. The usage of the Depeche Mode and Public Image Ltd songs in the opening scene were just perfect for the whole dark prison atmosphere.

And is it just me or does the music sound so similar to Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross' The social network and Girl with dragon tattoos soundtracks?

Yeah, the original soundtrack of the series definitely has some similarities, but since I´m a fan of Trent Reznor´s work, I really enjoy the soundtrack as it is.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on September 03, 2016, 08:02:15 PM
I think Angela is going to flip and rat Elliot out, possibly even work under cover to get him on tape or something. She's showing signs of losing it and Dom knows it.

Yeah, I was thinking this as well. When Dom was at her apartment, you could tell Angela seemed to be at the end of her rope.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 07, 2016, 10:32:37 PM
HOLY SHIT, what an episode! The atmosphere was very unnerving in that end part. Cannot wait for the finale.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 08, 2016, 07:34:21 AM
HOLY SHIT, what an episode! The atmosphere was very unnerving in that end part. Cannot wait for the finale.


Just wow. This show....man, I don't want it to end. I think the atmosphere the last twenty minutes was set up by that soundtrack.....friggin' intense!

Where do you think the call was coming from? It certainly looked like the body guard knew where that address was.

Curious to see who it is that walked up on Angela at the end?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 08, 2016, 07:56:27 AM
I'll have to dig it up but on reddit, someone made an album where the FBI agent Dom says shes been following Angela and posted screenshots of the same two agents that are always there.
I'm more curious about what Eliot was asking the viewer to find in the room when it does the pan out.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 08, 2016, 08:11:41 AM
Here it is
https://imgur.com/a/IxKUd
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 08, 2016, 08:35:29 AM
I'm more curious about what Eliot was asking the viewer to find in the room when it does the pan out.

yeah....I was wondering about that as well.

I'm also curious as to if Darlene had removed the duffel bag full of the 'F' Society taping equipment and tapes from her boyfriends apartment? If not, the FBI is there and it's about to be discovered.

And, Tyrell's wife calling Elliot "Allie" or whatever she's calling him makes it seem as if there's a history there that we aren't aware of and that Elliot does not remember.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 08, 2016, 08:40:34 AM
She's calling him Ollie because Elliott says that's his name when they first met I think in the first episode this season.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 08, 2016, 09:22:58 AM
I'm more curious about what Eliot was asking the viewer to find in the room when it does the pan out.

Found this in an article online:


With that in mind, how much should we study this scene? Care to point at any particular corners of the room we should pay close attention to?

I'll do my Best tO be helpful here. There is definiTely a hinT in this scene. I dOn't know if I should tell you what Main corner to look in, oR if the hInt is even in the corner of the frame, but Go aHead and study that scene to see whaT you can find



I'm wondering if the Capitalized lettering is the hint?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 08, 2016, 09:48:26 AM
I did read that. The clue spells out BOTTOMRIGHT. I think I'm going to checkout from looking at anymore info until the season is done, all this theorizing and analysis dulls my viewing experience and almost always sets up for disappointment.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on September 08, 2016, 11:56:54 AM
My GOD this show is great. This might be my favorite episode yet.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on September 09, 2016, 06:41:02 AM
My GOD this show is great. This might be my favorite episode yet.

Agreed. What a great ending. This show makes me feel like I'm a juggler, trying to keep track of multiple things at once and stay on top of everything.  :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on September 14, 2016, 06:03:11 PM
Just got caught up. Holy crap, what an episode! That last scene!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 15, 2016, 09:43:56 AM
So....is Elliot 'seeing' Tyrell or is Tyrell really there? It's fascinating that the show has created a reasonable doubt about anyone Elliot is talking to.

and that whole scenario with Angela, the van...the house....the interrogation from White Rabbit.....just so strange and odd yet interesting. It almost looked like when she showed up to her lawyers house that she was hypnotized in a way. I'm sure there was more said and revealed 'after' they cut away from that conversation.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Shooters1221 on September 16, 2016, 04:50:45 AM
So....is Elliot 'seeing' Tyrell or is Tyrell really there? It's fascinating that the show has created a reasonable doubt about anyone Elliot is talking to.

and that whole scenario with Angela, the van...the house....the interrogation from White Rabbit.....just so strange and odd yet interesting. It almost looked like when she showed up to her lawyers house that she was hypnotized in a way. I'm sure there was more said and revealed 'after' they cut away from that conversation.

As I said earlier, I think I have a theory or direction of how this show will go and then they totally blow it out of the water in the next episode(s). I LOVE IT! Can't wait for the season finally! :o
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Aefenwelg on September 16, 2016, 11:48:49 AM
The music that was playing in the van and the music during the last scene are from Back to the Future.
I think the show is about to get a little bit more Sci-Fi.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on September 19, 2016, 07:17:07 AM
So....is Elliot 'seeing' Tyrell or is Tyrell really there? It's fascinating that the show has created a reasonable doubt about anyone Elliot is talking to.

Yup, that was my first thought as well. It is incredibly interesting as a audience member to never really know what's real or what is fake from the eyes of the main character.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on September 19, 2016, 01:30:39 PM
The music that was playing in the van and the music during the last scene are from Back to the Future.
I think the show is about to get a little bit more Sci-Fi.
Maybe a little more Matrix?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 19, 2016, 02:08:34 PM
The music that was playing in the van and the music during the last scene are from Back to the Future.
I think the show is about to get a little bit more Sci-Fi.
Maybe a little more Matrix?

There are rumors and 'theories' that the whole show is really just that. A computer program ala "The Matrix"....
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on September 19, 2016, 02:14:38 PM
I don't read such theories.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 22, 2016, 07:45:09 AM
Just. Wow. I don't want this show to stop....when's season 3 start?

That entire scene of Darlene being exposed to the FBI war room was soooooo great!!! Her reaction was priceless....

I guess we got the answer as to if Tyrell was really there or not.

WTF Angela? That last scene would make you believe that White Rabbit gave her the low down on the whole operation.

Such a cool show
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on September 23, 2016, 06:34:36 AM
Just. Wow. I don't want this show to stop....when's season 3 start?

That entire scene of Darlene being exposed to the FBI war room was soooooo great!!! Her reaction was priceless....

I guess we got the answer as to if Tyrell was really there or not.

WTF Angela? That last scene would make you believe that White Rabbit gave her the low down on the whole operation.

Such a cool show

Agreed on all your above points. Also - the very last scene at the end was just the icing on the cake.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 23, 2016, 08:51:57 AM
Great finale, the wait for next season is going to be excruciating. For me this show is amazing to binge watch, the weekly waits between episodes was killing me that last 3 episodes after I caught up. Back to back stellar seasons, I can only see it getting more and more entertaining. 
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on September 23, 2016, 09:46:53 AM
Yeah, great finale. Season 3 can't get here fast enough.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Shooters1221 on September 23, 2016, 10:40:50 AM
AMAZING season ending!! Talk about "cliffhanger(s)". I don't even know what I think I'm seeing is what I'm actually seeing. Yes, it appears Tyrell is alive, but is he, or is it another inner being and he just shot himself? What is going on with Angela?! The Joey Bada$$ line at the end was great! Bring on season 3 next week. :eek
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on September 25, 2016, 05:39:51 PM
No idea why I missed the post-credit scene for the finale, but that was a great little add-on.

Spoilers obviously....

 I wonder if they're depicting that as prison with Mobley & Trenton working at Fry's with the same dude that Elliot gets help. Either way, agonizingly long wait for the next season.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: mikeyd23 on September 26, 2016, 07:42:03 AM
I wonder if they're depicting that as prison with Mobley & Trenton working at Fry's with the same dude that Elliot gets help. Either way, agonizingly long wait for the next season.

Great question. Are they in prison or is what we saw real? The presence of Joey made me wonder.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on September 26, 2016, 12:07:02 PM
I assumed he had gotten out and that what we saw was real. There seems to be no reason to do that whole thing again, especially when Elliot isn't even present at the time.

I could be wrong though, but it would just be weird.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on September 26, 2016, 02:15:26 PM
I assumed he had gotten out and that what we saw was real. There seems to be no reason to do that whole thing again, especially when Elliot isn't even present at the time.

I could be wrong though, but it would just be weird.

Yeah. I think it's real.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on September 28, 2016, 06:34:18 AM
Finally caught the finale.

Holy shit, I don't even know what to think.

I almost missed the post-credits scene, glad I sat back down and watched it! (Not that it helped lol)
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 11, 2017, 11:08:11 PM
Wow. This show never fails to disappoint. It's simply the best. Season three off with a bang!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on October 12, 2017, 04:23:13 AM
Awesome opener, just such a clever and exciting show. I just never trust anything I'm watching anymore. :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on October 12, 2017, 04:25:38 AM
Loved to death the first season, liked with some doubts about the overall pacing and stretched out twists / revelations the second. Still looking very forward to the third season, but I'll wait until it's over to watch it in a row  :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Podaar on October 12, 2017, 07:04:37 AM
Wow. This show never fails to disappoint. It's simply the best. Season three off with a bang!

I've read it 10 times and still I can't reconcile the bold with the italic.

 ???
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 12, 2017, 07:47:13 AM
Wow. This show never fails to disappoint. It's simply the best. Season three off with a bang!

I've read it 10 times and still I can't reconcile the bold with the italic.

 ???


Wait....you're right.....what the  :censored did I say there  :lol   I love the show and it's never disappointed me....it's never failed not to not disappoint me....I don't know.... show=good    Gary's command of the english language=bad
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on October 12, 2017, 09:27:29 AM
Wow. This show never fails to disappoint. It's simply the best. Season three off with a bang!

I've read it 10 times and still I can't reconcile the bold with the italic.

 ???


Wait....you're right.....what the  :censored did I say there  :lol   I love the show and it's never disappointed me....it's never failed not to not disappoint me....I don't know.... show=good    Gary's command of the english language=bad
It's never not un-failed to de-disappoint me.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on October 12, 2017, 01:44:22 PM
Interesting pieces being setup in the premiere. I need to rewatch the previous seasons, I've forgotten a bunch of the character names and some of the mini events that have happened. Regardless, great opening.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on October 13, 2017, 06:12:19 AM
That was a good episode though I kinda feel that it was a bit forced here and there. I like that they will be exploring the Mr. Robot character and his relationship with everyone else instead of just with Eliot.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 13, 2017, 08:21:33 AM
SPOILERY SPEAK:























I'm guessing White Rose is fooling around with time travel or some sort of inter-dimensional cross over given that large facility he was shown in.....the nature of the lecture that scientist was giving those who walked in the hall with him.....and Angela's hint that White Rose has opened her eyes, and that she seems to think it can all start over again and be washed away. Plus, we already know the guy is infatuated with 'time'.

This would be an interesting yet dangerous road to pursue IMO given the fact that one of the most alluring things about the show is how 'real' it feels. You throw time travel or inter dimensional travel into the mix now....it has the chance to go off the rails. But I'll trust the story, it hasn't let me down yet.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on October 13, 2017, 11:14:31 AM
That's a fantastic analysis. I hadn't made the connection to the White Rose and the obsession with time but it all adds up. I also agree that it would be weird if they pursued that avenue but maybe they're just messing with us which is kind of their thing.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on October 22, 2017, 08:12:02 PM
What an amazing second episode. The two episodes so far have been fantastic, I really really need to rewatch the first two seasons of this show again, there is so much stuff I've forgotten, I'm not picking up on some things that have carried over.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 22, 2017, 09:20:54 PM
What an amazing second episode. The two episodes so far have been fantastic, I really really need to rewatch the first two seasons of this show again, there is so much stuff I've forgotten, I'm not picking up on some things that have carried over.

Yeah. This series deserves a good 'binge' watch to roll it all in a row. Totally agree that these first two episodes have been great. I love how they find new ways to incorporate 'Mr. Robot' into Elliot's life
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on October 26, 2017, 07:58:22 PM
Another excellent episode, normally I'm not a fan of retconning storylines, but I thought this was done really well. Some great revelations this episode as well. I sorta see why Tyrell's storyline was mostly kept away in the 2nd season. Great stuff.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on October 27, 2017, 06:17:18 AM
Yeah, I'm glad they filled that big gap in the story and they showed a little more of how Tyrell is involved in all of this. He's more fucked up than I thought.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 27, 2017, 07:23:10 AM
Yeah, I'm glad they filled that big gap in the story and they showed a little more of how Tyrell is involved in all of this. He's more fucked up than I thought.

At first I was a bit bummed that the whole episode was going to be dedicated to him....but I should have known better. That episode did a really good job of showing a few more layers of how many people are involved in this. I always kind of figured that FBI guy was involved so it was nice to get that bit of confirmation. The only thing bad about this show is the week wait in between episodes. The ability to Binge watch shows has spoiled me and I don't have the patience to wait for this season to hit streaming services.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on October 27, 2017, 07:33:58 AM
I'm actually glad the show runs on a weekly basis for a change, I hate staying up late because I can't stop watching a show  :P
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on November 10, 2017, 09:13:02 AM
This latest episode is why TV has surpassed movies in terms of quality entertainment.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on November 10, 2017, 09:28:14 AM
This latest episode is why TV has surpassed movies in terms of quality entertainment.

There was not one second of that episode where I wasn't completely engaged. As soon as it ended, I immediately realized that I had never experienced an episode of a television show like that. Truly incredible! Even more incredible is the fact that not only does this show not disappoint, but when they accomplish something with the story telling that makes people wonder, "Where do the go from here," they somehow manage to take it to the next level.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 10, 2017, 02:29:55 PM
Yeah this season has been killing it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 12, 2017, 10:33:14 PM
Wow. Just had the chance to finally watch the last episode. What can you say about this show that hasn’t been said? It’s so good and that’s an understatement.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on November 13, 2017, 07:24:52 AM
That last one was pretty intense, I was on the edge of the seat the whole time. It's almost surreal how good this show is from every standpoint
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 13, 2017, 01:31:53 PM
Damn that episode was so awesome. The single-shot effect editing was incredible and the tension was ridiculous.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 16, 2017, 08:45:29 AM
Loved the reveal at the end of the episode when Elliot realizes that he (and Mr. Robot) were being played the whole time by the Dark Army. And it was a cool 'call to arms' so to speak from him as well.....to where now in lieu of him having this internal power struggle he can now get back to the combined 'power' of himself and I'm assuming 'go to war' with the Dark Army?

Angela's character sure has changed a lot since the beginning. Man...she's savage these days.

And, I think there's definitely some sort of time travel/inter-dimensional aspect to White Rose's end game. Angela is convinced she'd gonna see her mom again...told Elliot he'd see his dad......and there was that clever little 'See you in another Life' red script written on the white cake in Angela's flashback to when her mom was dying. I'm really curious to see the end game on that. Would they turn this into a sci fi show like that? Or when it's all said and done will White Rose's attempt at 'whatever' time manipulation he/she's trying ultimately fail...because....it's just not possible in the first place?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 16, 2017, 01:13:31 PM
NNNNNNNNNGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHH THIS SHOW IS SO RIDICULOUSLY GOOD

Angela's character sure has changed a lot since the beginning. Man...she's savage these days.
I think she's going to be pretty remorseful now she knows she's been played all along.

Quote
And, I think there's definitely some sort of time travel/inter-dimensional aspect to White Rose's end game. Angela is convinced she'd gonna see her mom again...told Elliot he'd see his dad......and there was that clever little 'See you in another Life' red script written on the white cake in Angela's flashback to when her mom was dying. I'm really curious to see the end game on that. Would they turn this into a sci fi show like that? Or when it's all said and done will White Rose's attempt at 'whatever' time manipulation he/she's trying ultimately fail...because....it's just not possible in the first place?
I'm increasingly thinking that White Rose doesn't actually believe any of that crap, just using it to manipulate people like Angela into taking part in what is essentially terrorism and cyber warfare. I might be wrong, but that's the feeling I'm getting.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 16, 2017, 04:55:42 PM
I'm increasingly thinking that White Rose doesn't actually believe any of that crap, just using it to manipulate people like Angela into taking part in what is essentially terrorism and cyber warfare. I might be wrong, but that's the feeling I'm getting.

I could absolutely see that. The thing that's keeping me intrigued on whether or not White Rose is really up to something concerning the time/dimensional aspect is all the attention that's being placed on it. The fascination he has with time, the massive underground bunker he's built, the small little clues like the cake script and things of that nature. Maybe it's all there to throw us off as well but it just feels like there's more to it than 'simple' cyber warfare/currency manipulation.

No matter what, this show has given me zero reason to doubt that there will be an awesome payoff and story behind it all.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 16, 2017, 07:13:10 PM
Episode 6 gave me goosebumps and I just can't shake it off. I don't even have words to describe how fantastic this season has been, everything about each episode so far has been knocking it out of the park.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on November 17, 2017, 09:06:31 AM
Yeah, serously. This show is killing it this season. It does every season but still, it's astonishing.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on November 17, 2017, 10:02:24 AM
I'm amazed at how this show just doesn't lower it's quality ever. I think it was episode 3 or 4 this season that I thought was a bit slow or not as good as it had been and I remember thinking that the show might finally start slowing down and not be able to keep the same level of intensity and dynamic it had before but boy did they prove me wrong.

Yeah, serously. This show is killing it this season. It does every season but still, it's astonishing.

Are you trying to get MP and DS to bash the show?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 17, 2017, 10:13:20 AM
It is pretty remarkable that the show  hasn't lost one bit of it's pace or ability to captivate. It's like you keep waiting for the moment it will fall off but it just simply doesn't. It'll be a truly great feat if it can maintain this aura of greatness the entire series run.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on November 22, 2017, 09:18:00 PM
This season has been fucking great so far, really love this series :2metal:
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 22, 2017, 09:45:55 PM
Man....had a hunch those two wouldn’t wind up with a happy ending.

Angela has lost her mind. 

White Rose is a dick / bitch.  :lol   All that “because i had to ask twice”  :lol

This show is amazing

Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on November 23, 2017, 07:53:18 PM
Damn this episode was very dark.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 24, 2017, 01:32:26 AM
Bloody hell that was brutal.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 25, 2017, 10:02:26 PM
Spoilers obviously....



Man I'm depressed as hell after that episode, I was so hoping Mobley and Trent would play a larger part down the line. What a gut punch of an episode. The editing on this series has been on point and kept me so wishful that I had to do a double take that they really killed off those guys.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 25, 2017, 11:35:25 PM
Spoilers obviously....



Man I'm depressed as hell after that episode, I was so hoping Mobley and Trent would play a larger part down the line. What a gut punch of an episode. The editing on this series has been on point and kept me so wishful that I had to do a double take that they really killed off those guys.

Not claiming to be a detective or sleuth by any means but when they showed them in the
Refresher previews, then the FBI head honcho reminded Tyrell to stick to the plan and it was revealed he ID’d two suspects.....I knew it’d be them and I knew they were gonners
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on November 27, 2017, 01:26:25 PM
Started this one last night, already on S1, E8. Holy fuck is this show outstanding. I'll get back when I'm caught up...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 27, 2017, 02:10:03 PM
Started this one last night, already on S1, E8. Holy fuck is this show outstanding. I'll get back when I'm caught up...

could possibly be the all around best show going right now. I love a lot of other shows....but this one is in a class of its own.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 27, 2017, 03:05:28 PM
Spoilers obviously....



Man I'm depressed as hell after that episode, I was so hoping Mobley and Trent would play a larger part down the line. What a gut punch of an episode. The editing on this series has been on point and kept me so wishful that I had to do a double take that they really killed off those guys.

Not claiming to be a detective or sleuth by any means but when they showed them in the
Refresher previews, then the FBI head honcho reminded Tyrell to stick to the plan and it was revealed he ID’d two suspects.....I knew it’d be them and I knew they were gonners
That's one of the reasons I never look at previews, you can always sense some plot points when watching those. In any case.. I still can't shake the feeling that episode gave me... Man talk about all round depressing and gloomy.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on November 27, 2017, 03:24:54 PM
Started this one last night, already on S1, E8. Holy fuck is this show outstanding. I'll get back when I'm caught up...
And you still haven't reached Season 3, which has been a wild ride so far  :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on November 29, 2017, 08:31:36 PM
Ok, just hit the prison reveal episode. Wtf man, my world is fucking torn now...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 30, 2017, 07:41:54 AM
Although this last episode was not the frantic, fast paced...cat and mouse extravaganza that this whole season has been.....it was PERFECT! The way this episode unfolded and just allowed the viewers to take a deep breath in concert with Elliot as he came to grips with all that went down, went through a couple phases and ideas on how to 'deal' with it....and then just had this 'renewal' of sorts.....it was just done very poetically. It took me a bit to understand what was going on as I was getting anxious that 'nothing' was happening in the episode, then it hit me what the point of this episode was. Really well done.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 30, 2017, 08:31:29 AM
Other than the fact that I wasn't at all worried about the pacing of the episode, I completely agree with all that. The last three episodes were really intense and this change of pace is absolutely what was needed. And it's the most deeply emotional the show has been to date, particularly the short scene between Elliott and Angela at the end. Really excellent stuff.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 30, 2017, 09:09:11 AM
And it's the most deeply emotional the show has been to date, particularly the short scene between Elliott and Angela at the end. Really excellent stuff.

Totally agree. So deeply emotional that it deserves another watching just to really absorb it. And as you said....that scene with Elliot and Angela at the end was gold.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 30, 2017, 11:06:05 AM
That episode was the indeed the perfect episode to have after all those crazy ass ones prior. It gave an excellent healing to a very tragic and gut punching episode prior. When that brother mentioned 'Trenton' to Elliot, I swelled up real fast. This season is just something else.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Shooters1221 on December 01, 2017, 04:35:07 AM
And it's the most deeply emotional the show has been to date, particularly the short scene between Elliott and Angela at the end. Really excellent stuff.

Totally agree. So deeply emotional that it deserves another watching just to really absorb it. And as you said....that scene with Elliot and Angela at the end was gold.

Agreed, that ending scene was very good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: BlackInk on December 02, 2017, 02:40:20 AM
I thought the boy was all in Elliot's head at first, which I think was quite intentional. It took me a long time to believe that he was actually there.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 02, 2017, 10:33:50 AM
I thought the boy was all in Elliot's head at first, which I think was quite intentional. It took me a long time to believe that he was actually there.

You and me both.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on December 04, 2017, 05:42:23 AM
I thought the boy was all in Elliot's head at first, which I think was quite intentional. It took me a long time to believe that he was actually there.

You and me both.

I still believe it was all in Elliot's mind. Why is it that you guys think he was not?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 04, 2017, 05:56:02 AM
Why do you think the boy isn't real? I'm quite sure he's been shown before or at least the character. Or Trent has at least mentioned her brother.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on December 04, 2017, 06:10:45 AM
Oh yeah, the boy has been in the show before, but I don't think he was with Elliot at all during that day, I think his mind created all the interactions with him after he saw him earlier in the day. His parents were preparing to leave town, why would they leave all day to a place that's a 2 hour drive from their home? That doesn't make sense to me. Also, it's too much of a coincidence that the boy is so adamant about going to the cinema the exact same day Elliot wanted to go watch Back to the Future. You also don't see the boy interacting with anyone other than Elliot since they meet in the beach.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 04, 2017, 07:24:38 AM
People in line at the theater interacted with the kid and when Elliot asked the clerk at the counter if he saw a little boy leave and the clerk said ‘yes, he leaves out and left’

I’m pretty sure the kid was real. They’ve done a good job of revealing to us when Elliot is creating these instances.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on December 04, 2017, 07:30:45 AM
People in line at the theater interacted with the kid and when Elliot asked the clerk at the counter if he saw a little boy leave and the clerk said ‘yes, he leaves out and left’

I’m pretty sure the kid was real. They’ve done a good job of revealing to us when Elliot is creating these instances.

I would need to watch the part when they are in line because I'm pretty sure they are interacting with Elliot, not with the kid since it's Elliot who is describing what back to the future is about.
As far as the guy behind the counter, that is the only one I haven't been able to work out and might be the one that actually gives it away, but I'm still not sold. Elliot doesn't really describe the kid and the guy behind the counter just doesn't seem to be paying any attention to anything.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 04, 2017, 08:03:04 AM
People in line at the theater interacted with the kid and when Elliot asked the clerk at the counter if he saw a little boy leave and the clerk said ‘yes, he leaves out and left’

I’m pretty sure the kid was real. They’ve done a good job of revealing to us when Elliot is creating these instances.

I would need to watch the part when they are in line because I'm pretty sure they are interacting with Elliot, not with the kid since it's Elliot who is describing what back to the future is about.
As far as the guy behind the counter, that is the only one I haven't been able to work out and might be the one that actually gives it away, but I'm still not sold. Elliot doesn't really describe the kid and the guy behind the counter just doesn't seem to be paying any attention to anything.

Completely true. Both those instances were pretty ambiguous as far as clarifying if that kid was real. It’s an interesting storytelling device that they’ve created to where we really don’t know if these interactions Elliot is having with people are even real people.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on December 04, 2017, 08:06:43 AM
There's no doubt about that. All of this season I've been questioning whether anything that happens to Elliot is real or not. These guys have messed with my head pretty bad  :lol
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on December 04, 2017, 08:26:18 AM
Yeah seriously. It's been that way the entire time since the prison reveal in season 2. Elliot is an unreliable narrator.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on December 04, 2017, 09:14:20 PM
Ok on to season 3....this is quite possibly the best show out there, just so overly engrossing...

I'll join the chat in about a week or so...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 04, 2017, 09:57:42 PM
You're in for a treat  :tup
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on December 05, 2017, 07:04:09 AM
People in line at the theater interacted with the kid and when Elliot asked the clerk at the counter if he saw a little boy leave and the clerk said ‘yes, he leaves out and left’

I’m pretty sure the kid was real. They’ve done a good job of revealing to us when Elliot is creating these instances.

I would need to watch the part when they are in line because I'm pretty sure they are interacting with Elliot, not with the kid since it's Elliot who is describing what back to the future is about.
As far as the guy behind the counter, that is the only one I haven't been able to work out and might be the one that actually gives it away, but I'm still not sold. Elliot doesn't really describe the kid and the guy behind the counter just doesn't seem to be paying any attention to anything.

Completely true. Both those instances were pretty ambiguous as far as clarifying if that kid was real. It’s an interesting storytelling device that they’ve created to where we really don’t know if these interactions Elliot is having with people are even real people.

I watched the scene again and you are right, the guy in front of them does look at the kid a couple of times while explaining what he thinks the movie is about.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 07, 2017, 08:59:51 PM
Coming down to the finale and I am dreading it already. I have a bad feeling about it and really hope it's more uplifting end to the season. Either way this season has been flawless and one of the best seasons of a show I've ever seen.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 07, 2017, 09:05:25 PM
It seems like i continually repeat myself because what else can you say about this show? It incredible, plain and simple. The fact that in now three seasons there’s yet to be one ‘wasted’ episode or for that matter scene, the quality of the acting, the plot, imagery....on and on......this show is IMO in the small group of greatest television shows ever. I’ve yet to find a flaw in it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on December 08, 2017, 07:13:06 PM
Finally at ep8....just fantastic as usual...

Just a question, what night's do the new episodes air?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 08, 2017, 07:15:53 PM
Wednesdays. Next Wednesday is the season finale.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on December 08, 2017, 08:14:42 PM
Cool, so I can watch EP9 on Monday or Tuesday and go into the finale fresh.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 08, 2017, 11:29:44 PM
Cool, so I can watch EP9 on Monday or Tuesday and go into the finale fresh.

I envy you RJ having been able to churn through the series like you have.....your getting so much awesomeness and I’m curious as to how the story feels getting to see it at a rapid pace like that rather than the ‘traditional’ method. There’s simply no way I could restrain myself to record a few in a row or the season then binge them, it’s too good a show.

I think prior to season 4 I’m gonna binge it all again to lead into it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on December 09, 2017, 09:58:33 PM
It's a double edged sword for me, I mean it's cool to just power through it, but I don't think I absorb as much binge watching as I do when the anticipation builds up all week leading to the episode. I just don't think I'm as totally focused on it, make sense?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 09, 2017, 11:55:16 PM
It's a double edged sword for me, I mean it's cool to just power through it, but I don't think I absorb as much binge watching as I do when the anticipation builds up all week leading to the episode. I just don't think I'm as totally focused on it, make sense?

Yep. Totally. That’s the price we pay when binging a series. You lose that reflection time.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on December 10, 2017, 06:17:37 AM
It's a double edged sword for me, I mean it's cool to just power through it, but I don't think I absorb as much binge watching as I do when the anticipation builds up all week leading to the episode. I just don't think I'm as totally focused on it, make sense?

Yep. Totally. That’s the price we pay when binging a series. You lose that reflection time.

I like to watch the new eps the next day, and I'll always watch it a second time before seeing the new episode. I've never binged it, but I feel like this gives me a solid feel of what's actually going on.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on December 13, 2017, 09:32:33 PM
Fuck that was outstanding. Just outstanding.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 13, 2017, 10:27:02 PM
Fuck that was outstanding. Just outstanding.

HOLE E Sh%t! What a great way to round out an incredible season! Freaking unreal, so much went on there.

I think it’s now pretty clear that White Rose has some sort of time travel dream going on. And i loved how it was realisticallly explained to Angela by Philip that it’s just a delusion.....AND his infatuation with Angela now makes perfect sense.

Poor Dom! She nailed it when she said her life is ruined.....it is. Unless Elliot takes out the dark army.

Who Was the guy at the end of the post credit scene? It felt like I should have known who it was but I’m drawing a blank.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on December 13, 2017, 10:35:35 PM
I think that was the dude Elliot's dealer got her dope from, but I thought he got whacked somewhere along the line.


Yeah, Dom got the short end, and she's the only genuinely good person on the show.


I had a sneaking feeling that something like that was behind Phillip and Angela, so that really didn't surprise me too much.

I got some time off in January, may have to blow through the whole series again, just too many layers to grasp everything in one run.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 13, 2017, 10:58:45 PM
I think that was the dude Elliot's dealer got her dope from, but I thought he got whacked somewhere along the line.

That’s who I initially thought it was but like you, I thought he was killed? So much has happened I just can’t recall.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on December 14, 2017, 03:26:24 AM
Poor Dom! She nailed it when she said her life is ruined.....it is. Unless Elliot takes out the dark army.
Indeed, although she was completely unfair in blaming it on Darlene. Darlene wasn't remotely responsible, Santiago and the Dark Army were.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 14, 2017, 08:21:34 AM
Poor Dom! She nailed it when she said her life is ruined.....it is. Unless Elliot takes out the dark army.
Indeed, although she was completely unfair in blaming it on Darlene. Darlene wasn't remotely responsible, Santiago and the Dark Army were.

Well....Darlene drug Dom back into the fray by trying to steal her credentials. At that point Dom was technically out of any danger because her boss had orchestrated the blaming of the bombings on Trenton and Mobely and freed up Tyrell. Had she not been caught and brought in.....the rest doesn't happen and Dom most likely goes on with her career.

BUT, obviously it wasn't all Darlene's fault.....just saying that she was initially responsible for Dom's capture and ultimately being turned into a slave.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 16, 2017, 08:16:50 PM
Just caught up on the finale, and was that episode tense. Before that episode aired I was 100% either Darlene or Dom would be offed. and that post credit scene didn't help me being so tense the entire time. Just unreal. Season 3 is one of the most amazing seasons of TV.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on December 17, 2017, 06:23:53 AM
I obviously loved the whole season, truly amazing in every way. And that final scene... super tense! That's Fernando Vega, the former hook-up of Elliot's drug dealer Shayla. The last time we saw Vega was when Elliot was breaking him out of prison, at which time Vega killed his brother for betrayal, and then left Elliot to find Shayla's body in the trunk...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 17, 2017, 08:27:34 AM
I obviously loved the whole season, truly amazing in every way. And that final scene... super tense! That's Fernando Vega, the former hook-up of Elliot's drug dealer Shayla. The last time we saw Vega was when Elliot was breaking him out of prison, at which time Vega killed his brother for betrayal, and then left Elliot to find Shayla's body in the trunk...

That's right....thanks. For some reason I thought he was dead but had confused his death with Shayla's. Curious to see his attitude toward Elliot? That could be the perfect sort of shady character with connections one would need on your side if your fighting the Dark Army.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: sylvan on December 17, 2017, 02:47:20 PM
More like I'm curious to see what PLANS he has for Elliot. It was always strange how he felt he had this important "connection" to Elliot. And when it came down to it, Vera didn't kill Elliot...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 01, 2019, 09:16:48 AM
The final Season, S4.....starts this Sunday!  :metal    I’ve read that it’s most likely the best season yet which is saying a lot considering the series has been incredible.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on October 01, 2019, 10:30:25 AM
The final Season, S4.....starts this Sunday!  :metal    I’ve read that it’s most likely the best season yet which is saying a lot considering the series has been incredible.

Wonderful news!  :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Nekov on October 04, 2019, 11:07:43 AM
That's great!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on October 04, 2019, 01:37:06 PM
I'm gonna have to watch the last few episodes of S3 to get a handle on where the story is at, I've digested so much TV since then.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on October 06, 2019, 09:11:37 PM
Just watched the first episode of season... Holy shit. Like, damn, that was amazing, wild, gritty. And the cinematography is off the chart - Esmail has come a long way as a director and it shows. Seems this will be a very unique season, and I'm hyped for it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 07, 2019, 07:55:32 AM
Just watched the first episode of season... Holy shit. Like, damn, that was amazing, wild, gritty. And the cinematography is off the chart - Esmail has come a long way as a director and it shows. Seems this will be a very unique season, and I'm hyped for it.

Yeah. That was insane. The way the scene with Darlene was shot when she was coked out of her mind......the closing scene with Elliot.....just all of it. This show is so freaking good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on October 08, 2019, 05:38:08 AM
That first episode was just unreal. I keep forgetting to rewatch the whole series since there are so many things I've forgotten. The camera work in that episode was a bit different from the show from what I gather and it was breathtaking at times. Nice to see Sam Esmail the creator/writer/director cameo in the end with a timely quote "Goodbye friend".

I read a comment where the episode felt like a season premiere and finale at the same time. I feel the same, and that abrupt transition from recap to new episode was smooth. That episode was very uncomfortable at times to watch as well.

Man what an amazing show, I really need to rewatch the whole series again, I'm sure I've missed so many things.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 08, 2019, 07:41:07 AM
and that abrupt transition from recap to new episode was smooth.

Yeah....that was really well done. I don't think I've seen a transition like that.....or at least one that worked so well. The recap had a specific 'soundtrack' to it....and it shifted/ended perfectly to synchronize with the start of the episode. It was a nice touch.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 14, 2019, 07:46:11 AM
As has been the case with this show the entire time.....each episode finds a way to be better than the next....which is remarkable. At this point it's just better to watch and appreciate and soak it all in.

And......that was an interesting revelation at the end that there seemingly is 'more' personalities protecting Elliot that we haven't seen yet?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on October 14, 2019, 09:36:26 AM
Fantastic episode.  As expected.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on October 15, 2019, 03:18:19 PM
As has been the case with this show the entire time.....each episode finds a way to be better than the next....which is remarkable. At this point it's just better to watch and appreciate and soak it all in.

And......that was an interesting revelation at the end that there seemingly is 'more' personalities protecting Elliot that we haven't seen yet?
Protecting? Or sabotaging?

That scene was absolutely fantastic, the way the conversation slowly led to the reveal. Esmail's writing and directing are just so great.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 04, 2019, 08:51:11 PM
Just when I thought I couldn't get enough of the Watchmen series, Mr. Robot ups them with possibly one of my favorite episodes in the series. What a breathtaking ride that entire episode was, the music, the cinematography was unreal. It was all-round amazing start to finish.


That too with just two lines of dialogue.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 05, 2019, 06:51:31 AM
Just when I thought I couldn't get enough of the Watchmen series, Mr. Robot ups them with possibly one of my favorite episodes in the series. What a breathtaking ride that entire episode was, the music, the cinematography was unreal. It was all-round amazing start to finish.


That too with just two lines of dialogue.

Yeah. Pretty awesome episode. This show, I mean.....I’m so excited to see how this all wraps up but completely bummed it’s nearing its end. It’s literally been the perfect show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on November 05, 2019, 06:57:35 AM
These last two episodes have been amazing :metal

This show, I mean.....I’m so excited to see how this all wraps up but completely bummed it’s nearing its end. It’s literally been the perfect show.
Same, but I'm actually happy that it can end on a very high note instead of being needlessly dragged for more seasons.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 05, 2019, 07:01:33 AM
These last two episodes have been amazing :metal

This show, I mean.....I’m so excited to see how this all wraps up but completely bummed it’s nearing its end. It’s literally been the perfect show.
Same, but I'm actually happy that it can end on a very high note instead of being needlessly dragged for more seasons.

I agree. I love that they didn’t cave and abandon the original plan and add seasons just because of how popular it the show is. Me being bummed about it ending is just more directed at the fact these episodes are so well done you just don’t want them to end.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 13, 2019, 09:13:47 AM
So that last episode. Wow. With the majority of the series being set up where Elliot is kind of the 'hero' so to speak....although he's always had some questionable moral choices.....this episode really shows how far 'gone' the dude is. He may be making sense to himself as he's solely focused on bringing down White Rose but he's pretty disconnected from reality at this point. What he did to that woman was just outright brutal. As 'Mr. Robot' stated in his commentary.....he flat out ruined her life just to get what he wanted.

Time for the obligatory "this show is so good" comment. This show is so good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 13, 2019, 01:38:48 PM
As 'Mr. Robot' stated in his commentary.....he flat out ruined her life just to get what he wanted.
Except of course that if it was that simple, we might start to dislike him for it, but it's not just "what we wanted", it's what he feels he needs to do to stop the dark army and protect a lot of people. Which is exactly why it's so morally uncomfortable for us.

This show is so good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 13, 2019, 02:55:49 PM
The show is without a doubt a joy to watch, after that adrenaline filled episode last week, I'm glad this episode was a dialogue driven gold mine. Geez Darlene and Elliot made out to be monsters and wreckers of people's lives.

Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 17, 2019, 10:50:11 PM
HOLE. E.  :censored


What an episode. Just wow........
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 18, 2019, 10:23:19 AM
 ??? :eek
I don't think any other show would've been able to carry out such an episode. That was quite a ride throughout with just dialogue. It was just as tense as that action packed one with the chase.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 18, 2019, 10:45:10 AM
??? :eek
I don't think any other show would've been able to carry out such an episode. That was quite a ride throughout with just dialogue. It was just as tense as that action packed one with the chase.

The use of the soundtrack with that method of storytelling was awesome.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 18, 2019, 10:48:02 AM
The soundtrack, the change in aspect ratio to an ultra wide format, the scenery, I could go on, so many good things to say.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on November 18, 2019, 08:08:42 PM
And the gigantic plot twist, jesus fucking christ. Rami absolutely nailed it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 18, 2019, 11:42:37 PM
I loved the slow reveal. There was no point at which the twist suddenly hit. By the time it was confirmed, you already knew the answer and the writing reflected that. Such a superbly written and directed scene.

This show is so good. Has anyone said that already?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on November 22, 2019, 08:00:08 AM
I decided this brilliant series was worth a full rewatch before properly concluding it, and I started with Season 1, finished it this week. Old spoilers coming, of course.

While the novelty effect has worn out, I still consider this one of the best seasons ever of any TV show. The top of the top, the "1% of the 1%" to quote Elliot. Everything is so perfectly woven together.

The greatest thing was the double twist, or what I consider the "real" twist: the fact that Darlene was Elliott's sister. It was so evident! the clues were abundant: how she was just annoyed at being discovered naked under the shower, her knowing where he lived, her entitlement in requiring Shayla to leave them alone (d'uh, of course, it's her brother, family first), and that she knew Angela... it was clear for all to see, but nobody noticed it because they were so busy over analyzing every single appearence of Mr. Robot to prove that he wasn't real.

Well played. Absolutely well played.

Also Tyrell's descent into total and utter Whattdafuckery was impressive. Christian Bale's American Psycho could take notes.

Everyone is on top of their game, from Price who talks in that charismatic and yet almost stuttering manner, and of course Whiterose. Mentioned just randomly, then appearing in the hard disk lab, and then as a final cliffhanger post credits in the last episode as an obviously important and famous man. WHOAH!

Now let's see how I'll relive Season 2, which I think was too much indulgent and strained people's patience with the whole prison thing. But Season 3 was back to form and I'm glad to read so far positive comments for season 4 (which I won't indulge however to avoid spoilers).
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 22, 2019, 08:49:12 AM
I plan to give a full re-watch a year or so after this series ends.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on November 24, 2019, 10:58:39 PM
Goddamnit, that was another amazing episode. It made me both terribly tense and cry at the end :'(. I love how everything is getting so heavily recontextualized now, making a lot of sense. Gotta admire that attention to detail since day one.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on November 25, 2019, 09:15:40 AM
Goddamnit, that was another amazing episode. It made me both terribly tense and cry at the end :'(. I love how everything is getting so heavily recontextualized now, making a lot of sense. Gotta admire that attention to detail since day one.

One week they have you in rebellion against Elliot and his behavior and the next you’re hearts breaking for him. LOVED the Darlene and Dominic moments. Kudos to Dom for taking matters into her own hands when concerning her families safety.

This show is so good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on November 25, 2019, 12:23:48 PM
The stuff with Dom and Darlene was awesome, so much tension and what a great payoff.

Between last week and this week, I'm feeling really emotionally affected by the revelations about Elliot, Mr Robot and his father. And I honestly think I wouldn't have found these scenes so upsetting before I had a child. It's kind of hard to explain. I can't really put into words how much I love my little one, and just the idea that any father could do something like that really deeply upsets me - not in an angry sense, but a sense of overwhelming sadness. Even typing this now is making me feel really miserable. I think it's such a credit to how well made this show is that it's clearly really tapped into something I didn't even know was there.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 01, 2019, 11:24:42 PM
Sunday nights are like a one-two punch with Watchmen and Mr. Robot. Both these shows are like one upping each other and I don't care which one wins in the end, I'm enjoying every single minute of both shows and throw in some comedic relief with Silicon Valley, it's been a dream run.

Oddly enough I was predicting this kind of battle when GoT and Veep were running together. But alas that was a mixed bag and this run has been just fucking flawless.

The hacking in episode nine was a joy to watch unfold. It wasn't some "'let me run VB script on their IP address" bullshit. I'll be so sad after the next four episodes are done plus with all that has been happening in this season so far, I can't believe we still have 4 episodes of plot left.

It will be a joy to rewatch the entire series once its all said and done.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 02, 2019, 12:01:25 AM
This was a fun one to watch for sure. Like you said, hard to believe there’s only (4) episodes left in the series. It’s such a good show.


Side note: I need to get on that Watchman show. Been meaning to watch the movie then dig in.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 02, 2019, 06:23:58 AM
Regarding the Watchmen show, seeing the movie is definitely a plus but I'm kinda surprised by how much back story they actually show/explain so for those who haven't watched the movie or read the novel. You should be still able to follow along for the most part.

The music for last night's episode in Mr. Robot was something else too.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 02, 2019, 07:55:46 AM
The music for last night's episode in Mr. Robot was something else too.

Honestly, the score for this entire series is just perfect. And, I think it's a major factor in 'why' this show is so good. It just sets and keeps the tone/mood for the scenes so well.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 02, 2019, 12:34:36 PM
Damn what a fucking great episode.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 02, 2019, 12:57:57 PM
Damn what a fucking great episode.

I was trying to describe to a co-worker how....with this show/series.....that I've simply never been disappointed with an episode. That, I've said to myself many times "Well....I bet the next episode is going to suck or be slow because that one was awesome". then the next episode comes out and it's just as good or better than the last then I'd say the same thing.

It just never ends. It's one fantastic episode after another.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on December 02, 2019, 02:47:45 PM
I've said to myself many times "Well....I bet the next episode is going to suck or be slow because that one was awesome". then the next episode comes out and it's just as good or better than the last then I'd say the same thing.
Interestingly though, this season they're all kind of slow, but never in a plodding way but in a "oh god it's so tense why is it so tense" kind of way. This episode was no different, brilliant stuff, but really interested to see where the next four episodes go!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on December 06, 2019, 04:34:19 PM
Slowly catching up, I finished my rewatch of Season 2!

Watching it all in a row and with the benefit of knowledge helps greatly, but damn if it wasn't a bit frustrating seeing it for the first time. Yet another mystery / twist going on for the first half of the season (the prison), and too many cliffhangers many of which weren't exactly world shattering (who's at the door to startle Darlene? just Cisco and the other dude... who's sending gifts to Joanna? just a drunk broken husband). I also didn't like that much how the warden basically commited "suicide by Elliot" by allowing back to a computer, he explained his reasons in allowing it but it would have been better if Elliot did really pwn him.

Still, when the action started, damn if it wasn't awesome! the bar shooting scene all in one take was awesome, and every scene with Whiterose and Price were riveting.

Now in a short while I'll move on to Season 3, which was a brilliant return to form for Mr. Robot, and then on to the grand finale!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 08, 2019, 09:56:44 PM
Damn that was a really lovely and also tense episode. Really hyped to see what happens with Elliott and the machine.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 08, 2019, 11:36:20 PM
Amazing episode again but I am very nervous by Bobby Carnavale's appearance in the airport. I'm fearing the worst for Dom.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 08, 2019, 11:54:50 PM
Amazing episode again but I am very nervous by Bobby Carnavale's appearance in the airport. I'm fearing the worst for Dom.

Yeah. That was not a coincidence....at all. Wouldn’t surprise me if they down the plane.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 15, 2019, 09:52:53 PM
What in the name of FUCK has just happened??!?? :o This show is so fucking mental.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 15, 2019, 11:46:30 PM
What the fuck is right indeed. So next Sunday is the finale with 2 back to back episodes? I'm checking out of the theories and just going to watch next week. Crazy crazy shit going down for sure.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 15, 2019, 11:54:34 PM
What in the name of FUCK has just happened??!?? :o This show is so fucking mental.

Came here to say this. Hole. E.  :censored
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on December 17, 2019, 02:22:41 PM
WHAT THE

That is all.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 17, 2019, 02:41:20 PM
WHAT THE

That is all.

The series finale has some 'splainin' to do
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on December 19, 2019, 06:47:25 AM
Ok speculation time.

(POSSIBLE SPOILERS ON THE OFF-CHANCE I'M VAGUELY RIGHT)

Assuming that the twist in the latest episode is really about Elliott's different personalities and not any sci-fi/parrallel worlds stuff, I'm wondering if everything (or almost everything) we've seen has been a fictionalisation of something else going on. Hopefully not an "it was all a dream" thing (pretty sure I'd find that quite lame unless they did something really special) but more like the prison arc in season 2 - there has been something real happening but for whatever reason we've been seeing it through Elliott's/Mr Robot's eyes in a distorted way.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 19, 2019, 07:53:33 AM
Ok speculation time.

(POSSIBLE SPOILERS ON THE OFF-CHANCE I'M VAGUELY RIGHT)

Assuming that the twist in the latest episode is really about Elliott's different personalities and not any sci-fi/parrallel worlds stuff, I'm wondering if everything (or almost everything) we've seen has been a fictionalisation of something else going on. Hopefully not an "it was all a dream" thing (pretty sure I'd find that quite lame unless they did something really special) but more like the prison arc in season 2 - there has been something real happening but for whatever reason we've been seeing it through Elliott's/Mr Robot's eyes in a distorted way.

Dude....i was thinking something along the same lines and am just wondering how they would tie all of what we've seen together to 'fit' the narrative of he's just F'n crazy? IF this is the case....with the track record of the show I'd trust that it'd be done in a pretty cool way and not just a ' he was dreaming the whole time' kind of cop out.

But at the same time....IF....this is truly some alternate reality/time travel thing I'll be honest....It'll diminish the show in my eyes. Seems like a cheesy way to go after all this time. The show has never alluded to or been about alternate realities or time travel. It's been a fantasy of White Roses' the entire time but they've kept this show pretty much grounded in reality so turning this into a Sci Fi show in the last two episodes would be odd. I don't think that's what they're gonna do but we shall see.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 19, 2019, 08:01:26 AM
Yeah I think it's not going full sci-fi, but something quite different, more psychological - likely Elliott is stuck inside his mind after the power plant exploded or something. Really curious to see how this all ends.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on December 21, 2019, 08:59:31 AM
Finally caught up.

Holy shit.

I have no idea what will happen now.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 22, 2019, 10:12:57 PM
I am very satisfied. My heart is content. Beautiful finale and while it looked like it was a lot to pack in, it was actualy rather simple to understand.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 22, 2019, 11:10:57 PM
I am very satisfied. My heart is content. Beautiful finale and while it looked like it was a lot to pack in, it was actualy rather simple to understand.

Utterly beautiful. Incredible show. I will admit I had tears in my eyes in the final few minutes.....and Darlene at the end was awesome.


Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 22, 2019, 11:18:26 PM
Damn that was freaking gorgeous and it wraps up everything so perfect :'(

I'll miss this show so much, it's just been fantastic all the way through. Definitely a top 3 series for me.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on December 23, 2019, 06:04:53 AM
Finale spoiler talk




Man I can't stop thinking of that finale, it was so well done. I was sucked in hook, line, and sinker regarding the time travel aspect of the show and it kept on carrying it that way. I thought to myself, please don't tell me this is all a dream and it was all in his head. I loved how that unraveled.

That scene with the imagined Krista was phenomenal. It was so simply laid out and then everything made sense and it all just suddenly clicked, I really really can't wait to start watching the show again. What an amazing display and relay of a personality disorder without it feeling so hokey and contrived.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 23, 2019, 09:40:17 AM
Still just in wonderful shock at the finale. I'll admit.....the ending of last week had me concerned that this had just taken a major left turn.....but, I knew to trust Esmail because he has given us such a good show for so long. And he did not disappoint. My eyes were welling up in Elliot's final 'sit down' with Krista...when it was all laid out for him....then that final scene of the personalities in the theater now just gonna watch Elliot's life. Wow...just wow.


Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on December 25, 2019, 03:11:48 AM
Just finished watching the finale.

Oh my God, how perfect. Probably the greatest ending to a great show since Six Feet Under. Esmail is a genius.

One of the best shows in history.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on December 25, 2019, 09:26:09 AM
One of the best shows in history.

It really is. I probably watch more Tv/shows than your average ‘Joe’ and have seen my fair share of really good shows and duds. This, for me.....is the best show I’ve ever seen. There are a couple that are really good.....but this show is as you said.....the best show in history (to date)
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on December 25, 2019, 02:31:34 PM
Agreed Hef, it's a 10/10 for me. Just amazing.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on December 25, 2019, 04:26:22 PM
I was worried that, after so many wonderful episodes, the finale wouldn't be up to the level the show deserves, but it just surpassed any expectations I had. I haven't seen a single bad reaction to the ending, only praise, and that's just very rare.

Absolutely one of my favorite shows, and among TV's finest - I'd argue it's right up there with Neon Genesis Evangelion and Twin Peaks both in terms of raw creativity and how they broke many conventions while delivering pure brilliance.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 08, 2020, 03:06:12 AM
Coming here symbolically keeping my hand above my eyes to not look around, to not read spoilers, but I'll just say that I finished my rewatched of season 3 and I dove right into season 4!

Watched the first episode and HOLY DAMN THAT FIRST SCENE, that was a huge shock!

Anyway, season 3 was firing on all cylinders as I remember and it was fantastic as season 3. One thing I'll say though... the protagonists are all fairly young and they had their breakthrough with this show; Christian Slater was a nice return from the '80s and '90s and BD Wong, while I couldn't name a movie with him off the top of my head, was out there, I must have seen him somewhere.

But Michael Christofer? the guy playing Philip Price? where has he been all my life? the guy is awesome! he has a commanding presence and voice, and he acts him in such an unusual way, he almost stutters and stumbles with every other word but yet conveys power, stature and force. He's the classic "magnificent asshole" and I daresay that, in an alternate universe where Charles Dance doesn't exist, he could have been a more than good Tywin Lannister.

Just as the reast of the cast, he knocks it out of the park every time he's on screen and I'm surprised that such a veteran actor (if only for his age) has never been seen in anything big so far.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 08, 2020, 07:03:07 AM
That’s the beauty of the show. Literally every actor and actress is perfect for their role and nail the performance.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 09, 2020, 07:57:33 AM
That's for sure! there's not a single weak link on this show.

Also, on the second episode arrived another major bombshell. WHAT. THE. HELL!!!

I'm really under tension watching the new episodes because:

- It's the final season
- It's an unconventional enough show to expect ANYTHING.

Sure, not everything ends up with a Red Wedding, and you can sense that somehow Whiterose is gonna go down, but... I'm way less than 99,9% sure. Anything could happen and anyone could die.

If this season keeps it up, the chess game between the Alderson team vs Whiterose is gonna be as legendary as the Walter White vs Gus Fring chess game in season 4 of Breaking Bad. And there you knew there was a fifth season (at least I knew, I started the show once it was over) so you could expect Walt to win but as I said this is the last season of Mr. Robot so all the bets are off!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 09, 2020, 08:07:46 AM
Dude....I’m so happy for you that you’re watching this. I wish I could watch it all again with no recollection of what’s gonna happen. It’s just SO WELL DONE.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on January 09, 2020, 08:31:47 AM
And you haven't even gotten to the wildest parts of the season yet, have fun :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 14, 2020, 08:19:16 AM
I've gone through the three "unusual" episodes. The third one, which allows us to catch a breath and sees Elliot getting laid, the fourth one, which was a giant WTF with the walk in the woods and Tyrell finding Marcellus' soul at the end, and the fifth one, the silent one. What an utter non-stop orgy of tension was this one!

One question though, will it be eventually revealed how Elliot found out that Whiterose is none other than Minister Zhang? as far as I remember Whiterose was an elusive myth of the hacker community, and he met her dressed as a woman. Was he able to realize that the person disguised in front of him was the minister he saw on TV on whatever occasion? by now I know who he is but if he was an unknown actor, I'm not sure I could even tell it was BD Wong if I'd seen him without the Whiterose makeup.

So, since Elliot never really talked with Price before already knowing, how do you think he found out? when he hacked the Dark Army at the end of season 3 and found out all their dirty deeds?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 14, 2020, 08:27:45 AM
I've gone through the three "unusual" episodes. The third one, which allows us to catch a breath and sees Elliot getting laid, the fourth one, which was a giant WTF with the walk in the woods and Tyrell finding Marcellus' soul at the end, and the fifth one, the silent one. What an utter non-stop orgy of tension was this one!

One question though, will it be eventually revealed how Elliot found out that Whiterose is none other than Minister Zhang? as far as I remember Whiterose was an elusive myth of the hacker community, and he met her dressed as a woman. Was he able to realize that the person disguised in front of him was the minister he saw on TV on whatever occasion? by now I know who he is but if he was an unknown actor, I'm not sure I could even tell it was BD Wong if I'd seen him without the Whiterose makeup.

So, since Elliot never really talked with Price before already knowing, how do you think he found out? when he hacked the Dark Army at the end of season 3 and found out all their dirty deeds?

I can't recall off the top of my head how that happened? I want to say he's known before even this season?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 14, 2020, 08:31:54 AM
At the end of season 3 Elliot managed to hack the Dark Army. To prove that to Whiterose's goon and lover, who was in the barn with Darlene and Dom, he quoted how a week ago they corrupted a russian minister and then two days before they did whatever with South Korea (can't remember the details, the point it was that he KNEW exactly what they were doing). Having at hand all that information would have been a nice occasion to do 2+2 and realize Whiterose is the Minister of State Security.

But since nobody saw her, Elliot talked to her only once, and the other Dark Army members like Bobby Cannavale surely didn't spill the beans on her, I wonder why in the season premiere all of a sudden Elliot tells the lawyer he's blackmailing that Whiterose is Minister Zhang, and how he could find out a pretty damn well kept secret.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on January 14, 2020, 08:40:26 AM
I will have to do a rewatch, I didn't even think of that aspect from Elliot if he knew who Whiterose really was. Once I'm done with the LOST rewatch I will hop on Mr.Robot again.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on January 14, 2020, 09:03:42 AM
I remember when this show started and it was getting a ton of goodwill, I didn't have Amazon Prime at the time so it passed me by.  When I got Prime Mr Robot was in the middle of Season Two and the goodwill seemed to have gone - so I never bothered watching it.    Now the show has just finished and it's being labelled as one of the greatest shows of all time.   So I guess I'm going to give it ago - I'm pretty sure I am remembering Season 2 being classed as a letdown (and stopping me giving it ago), is that truly the case or did I imagine that?
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 14, 2020, 09:16:52 AM
When you binge it, and watch one episode after the other, it's better. Also knowing already how it all goes down help to concentrate on the details.

Living it in real time and waiting a week for each episode was kinda a drag, indeed. But the show bounced back with a vengeance, season 3 is fantastic and amazing as season 1 so do yourself a favor and endure through the first half of season 2, it will get better from that point on.

I'm 5 episodes into season 4 and it's too early to make a judgement but so far it's very promising. It's gripping as season 4 of Breaking Bad.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 14, 2020, 10:50:38 AM
I remember when this show started and it was getting a ton of goodwill, I didn't have Amazon Prime at the time so it passed me by.  When I got Prime Mr Robot was in the middle of Season Two and the goodwill seemed to have gone - so I never bothered watching it.    Now the show has just finished and it's being labelled as one of the greatest shows of all time.   So I guess I'm going to give it ago - I'm pretty sure I am remembering Season 2 being classed as a letdown (and stopping me giving it ago), is that truly the case or did I imagine that?

IF I were forced to pick the weakest season it'd be S2 BUT that's really relative because it's still pretty friggin' awesome. Just compared to the other three seasons....I guess it'd be the weakest? But again, as I've said all along.....this series never supplied me an episode where I thought it was 'filler' or just 'ok'. Every episode built off the previous and was pretty awesome IMO. If you're a fan of Television and well told stories.....you simply have to watch this series.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on January 14, 2020, 11:20:37 AM
The pace is a bit slower than season 1, and the tone is a lot more introspective. Season 3 is a mix of both approaches in the best way, and the last season takes that even further. Such a great series :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 14, 2020, 03:18:33 PM
I'm on to the sixth episode now, I must have spent it thinking "Oh no oh shit oh fuck oh no no no no" the entire time  :lol

Also, if I were in a room with Janice and Whiterose, and I had a gun with two bullets, I'd probably shoot Janice twice.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on January 14, 2020, 04:31:15 PM
Oh boy, the next episode...
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 16, 2020, 02:44:10 AM
Oh boy, the next episode...

Me watching: "What's so special? ok, it's high tension but it's yet another bottle episode, no hack, we're stuck with Vera until the end..."

Me at the end:

 :( :( :( :omg: :omg: :omg: :'( :'( :'( :eek :eek :eek
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 16, 2020, 07:27:49 AM
Oh boy, the next episode...

Me watching: "What's so special? ok, it's high tension but it's yet another bottle episode, no hack, we're stuck with Vera until the end..."

Me at the end:

 :( :( :( :omg: :omg: :omg: :'( :'( :'( :eek :eek :eek

That episode from start to finish was just incredible. I love how Esmail used the 'setting' as a character as well....the different shades and hues and architecture for each 'segment' of emotion that was being exploited. It was a masterclass of how to skillfully tell a story.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 16, 2020, 08:04:38 AM
As I realized reading comments online, it was basically a play. Five acts, all happening in a single location (well, two room to be precise), and with the events of the acts following the classic narrative structure.

I love how Sam Esmail manages to do all these kind of things (single take episode, silent episode, play episode) with all these "special" episodes being compelling and propelling the story, without them ever feeling gimmicky or a waste of time.

Also, good riddance for Vera. Fantastic actor, character greatly written, but I always hated those kind of scumbags. I seriously can't stand those violent  bullies who are all yo yo ma bitch u gonna respect me bro what did u say I'm gonna kick ur ass. He got what he deserved. Again, congratulations to the actor who, as the rest of the cast, was phenomenal, but I seriously hate and despise Vera and all people like him.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on January 16, 2020, 08:09:27 AM
Goddamn episode 7. :'(
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on January 16, 2020, 09:56:08 AM
The acting on that episode by both Rami and Elliot Villar (Vera) was fucking amazing. What's funny and meta is that Villar is mostly a theater actor, working on Broadway, so the episode being a 5-act play just fits perfect.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on January 16, 2020, 10:14:49 AM
Season 4 had some of the most amazing technical wizardy of the show. Each episode was different in the way it was shot and edited and it made things so interesting.

If you guys haven't seen this parody yet, check it out, it's a riot. Doesn't contain any spoilers for the show.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xc5bc33Ybys (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xc5bc33Ybys)
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 16, 2020, 10:28:51 AM
I love how Sam Esmail manages to do all these kind of things (single take episode, silent episode, play episode) with all these "special" episodes being compelling and propelling the story, without them ever feeling gimmicky or a waste of time.

Yep. The 'play' episode is up there and may just be my 'favorite' (although it's near impossible to pick just one) just because of how well it was done. I just loved how he used the 'stage' as a character as well.

I almost feel bad for the guy because how can you improve on this? Everything he does is going to have to meet this standard....which is at like Quadruple Platinum Level in my eyes.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 16, 2020, 10:31:02 AM
Season 4 had some of the most amazing technical wizardy of the show. Each episode was different in the way it was shot and edited and it made things so interesting.

If you guys haven't seen this parody yet, check it out, it's a riot. Doesn't contain any spoilers for the show.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xc5bc33Ybys (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xc5bc33Ybys)

 :lol    That's awesome
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 16, 2020, 11:08:02 AM
I almost feel bad for the guy because how can you improve on this? Everything he does is going to have to meet this standard....which is at like Quadruple Platinum Level in my eyes.

I know, but I'd say there are worse creative problems than that. It's like with Vince Gilligan, how can he improve on Breaking Bad? I know the answer technically is "Better Call Saul", but imagine another show started from scratch, would it be as good and acclaimed? who knows. In both cases, there are worse things to be remembered  as than just "the guy who created Mr. Robot" and "the guy who created Breaking Bad".
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on January 16, 2020, 11:09:27 AM
I almost feel bad for the guy because how can you improve on this? Everything he does is going to have to meet this standard....which is at like Quadruple Platinum Level in my eyes.

I know, but I'd say there are worse creative problems than that. It's like with Vince Gilligan, how can he improve on Breaking Bad? I know the answer technically is "Better Call Saul", but imagine another show started from scratch, would it be as good and acclaimed? who knows. In both cases, there are worse things to be remembered  as than just "the guy who created Mr. Robot" and "the guy who created Breaking Bad".

Great point
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on January 16, 2020, 12:21:30 PM
Esmail directed Homecoming on Amazon and that was a great watch, similar feel to Mr.Robot but ran on its own merits though I don't think he wrote any of the episodes.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 19, 2020, 03:09:25 PM
Going on a bit of a positive rant here.

I've just seen episode 9, Conflict, and OMFG IT'S ONE OF THE BEST EPISODES EVER IN YEARS!!!

I had actual adrenaline after seeing that, I had to calm down a bit from the excitement before going on with another show I wanted to watch to fill up the evening. It was absolutely mindblowing and amazing!!!  :hefdaddy :hefdaddy :hefdaddy THIS is how I wanted to feel watching Game of Thrones or Dexter's final seasons, damn... it was thrilling and anxious in the first half, not being sure how and if they'd actually pull off the phones hack, and a total upward spinning of emotions during the end when they finally did it.

And the MVP of the episode was definitively Philip Price. With nothing left to lose and zero fucks to give, he got drunk in front of an ever more panicking Whiterose while trolling her staying absolutely calm and collected  :rollin and then that final little speech outside on the stairs, telling her how she got pwned, it was absolutely GLORIOUS and he went out like a fucking legend. I'm not even overly sad that Whiterose, as the whiny sore loser she is, killed him right then and there, that's one badass way to go. I knew that Price would die 'cause googling more information on Michael Christofer (the actor playing him) I stumbled upon a headline "MC comments on Price's last words", but I didn't know how and when it would happen. But what a way to go, I've always loved that magnificent asshole of a CEO but now I'm totally team Price all the way!

I was waiting for the gut punch 'cause there are several other episodes to go, but it didn't come... not now, at least. This was a long awaited and well deserved victory for Elliot and Darlene, I'll think about the aftermath later.... for now I'll revel in the absolute joy, excitement and euphoria brought on by one of the best episodes in YEARS in all the entire televion!!!  :metal :metal :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 25, 2020, 02:12:32 AM
AAAAaaand I finished.

Whoah. What a ride. Bravo Sam Esmail, bravo  :hefdaddy

An absolutely amazing and poignant conclusion, a twist hidden so well that only a bunch of hardcore fans must have figured out in its interity and down to the detail, and one that does not cheapen the story but actually gives it new meaning and depth and that will be rewarding for future rewatching. The final scene and final words were absolutely perfect. Stunning ending.

If we want to nitpick such an amazing work of art, I have to say I would have liked to know at least what Whiterose's machine was believed by her to do, I didn't need to know if it worked or know, but I would have liked to know what she thought it would do, and how she convinced Angela (and a legion of minions ready to kill themselves) that it worked. And I'm sure here and there there are some things one could argue about. But in the grand scheme of things this was Elliot's journey and it started, progressed and ended beautifully. What a show. What an ending.

I am sure the great ending and word of mouth will make this a cult classic, that more and more people will discover this amazing show, their memorable episodes and the incredible cast. BD Wong created a villain second only to Gus Fring when it comes to a compelling and not cliched antagonist, and so late in his carrer Michael Christofer (Philip Price) got to show he's one of the great imposing actors with an amazing voice, as I said he would have been a great Tywin Lannister (and I'm sure Charles Dance would have been a convincing Price as well, but I'm glad they did the roles they did).

Speaking of BD Wong, I read on his Instagram that his final hairstyle, in the nuclear plant room, was an homage to an actress that paved the way for asian american actors in mainstream cinema and television, and he wanted to pay homage to her and insisted a long time for it. Maybe that helped him further to finish his role the way he's always played - with absolute skills and talent. Whiterose in her final "Don't make me laugh" speech was TERRYFING. Batshit insane and totally out of bounds. What a sendoff to the character.

Now I wish I could do like Elliot - erase my memory and relive it all once again! but watching it with the added knowledge will be satisfying as well. In a year or two I'm surely gonna rewatch this. One of the greatest series of all time.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on January 29, 2020, 01:34:53 AM
Writing this without reading any of the above (I'm avoiding spoilers)

Just watched Season 1.  First 7 episodes - I'm on board, enjoying it, but perhaps not getting a real 'this is a tier 1' TV show.  Probably comparable to a show like Dexter (early Dexter) really good, entertaining but not elite.......then episode 8 hit.  What a game changer that was - now I'm really excited to where this show is going.   Also re watching those first 7 episodes will be interesting now!!

Starting Season 2 tonight, can't wait.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on January 29, 2020, 05:36:28 AM
Regarding season 2 as everyone will tell, it's very different from season 1 and made many lose interest in the show. I personally loved the change of pace and that it wasn't just a rehash of the first season.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on January 29, 2020, 06:50:51 AM
Indeed, if you like season 2, all's good, if you feel disoriented and uncertain at how the hell it will go on,  hold on, season 3 is absolutely ultra fantastic.

And yeah, the REAL twist of season 1, while everyone were busy chasing Mr. Robot's identity, was a strike of genius. Rewatching all the episodes it's so blatant, it was there for everyone to see but nobody noticed because they were too focused on Mr. Robot.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on February 07, 2020, 10:01:18 AM
This second Season is 50% Brilliant and 50% Frustrating!

I'm currently 8 episodes into it and it's been a bumpy ride.  Oh man the first episode is such a buzz kill, certainly not playing out what i expected  following the events of the end of season 1.  The next two episodes continue that trend, not helped by the fact they are also rather confusing.   Then it starts to rev up again,but ever time you think it's about the kick off again the next episode slows the pace again (or move to a different story). Oh and fuck this show with it's reveals!  I was convinced 'Joey' (The friend who appears from nowhere) was another figment of Elliotts mind, instead the whole 'controlled' life was infact the figment him being in prison, and Joey was real.....falled me again!

Aside from pacing, if I have a complaint it's Angela's story is a tad boring and her relationship with the CEO of E Corp somewhat unrealistic.  Like the Female FBI agent investigating the case, nice addition.  Oh and ALF!  ;D
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on February 07, 2020, 11:29:34 AM
Well, I can't disagree with you about the frustration. With a binge reviewing knowing the full story it's a lot better, but I won't disagree that watching it in "real time" (or for the first time) it can be a bit baffling.

Trust me, it's gonna end on a high note and season 3 will be 100% awesome! Angela will continue to have her story, maybe season 3 will make you re-evaluate her journey in season 2.

Check back in as many times as you want, it's always a pleasure to see the reactions from people watching it the first time!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 05, 2020, 03:41:56 AM
Up to episode 4 in season 2.   Had a hiccup with Episode 2 - I watched it while I was feeling like shit, and I think I nodded off in parts of it.  I had to rewatch it and I put that off for several days.  However I managed to rewatch it last night, and then episode 3 straight after.  I must confess Episode 3 was a revelation, and I really needed it as I was starting to get confused!   Episode 3 is the flashback episode that basically finally explains what happened at the conclusion of the first season, shown via Tyrell. 
I'm really happy they filled in the blanks, and I feel much more onboard with the show now.  I intend to binge watch the rest of season 3 over the next few days.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 05, 2020, 03:50:29 AM
Yeah, I can't remember another show where a mystery was teased for so long, and then it got explained wonderfully, logically and in depth.

That Tyrell episode is a reward for sticking through season 2. Get braced now, you're in for a glorious and kickass roller coaster ride  :metal :metal :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 06, 2020, 02:31:37 AM
Wasn't going to comment again till the end of Season 3.  But episode 5 - Oh wow, just wow.  One of the best episodes of TV I've seen for a while.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 06, 2020, 02:35:54 AM
And just wait for number 6!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 09, 2020, 02:50:37 AM
And just wait for number 6!

Epic!

Was hoping to finish up season 3 this weekend, but didn't have the time.  Watched 6 & 7 though.  I can honestly say I have absolutely no idea where this show is going, and how much of what I'm seeing onscreen I trust.  I dare not make a prediction of how this will play out as I fear the show has multiple rug pull moments which will change everything, and any prediction will look stupid  ;D

I can however say it really is now in season 3 a top tier show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 09, 2020, 03:14:55 AM
  I dare not make a prediction of how this will play out as I fear the show has multiple rug pull moments which will change everything, and any prediction will look stupid  ;D

Oh boy, you have no idea  ;D WE ALL had no idea.

I can however say it really is now in season 3 a top tier show.

As Walter White would say, "you're goddamn right".
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 16, 2020, 02:58:41 AM
3 Episodes into Season 4.  Just learned of a 3rd persona!   
Hoping to finish with this over the weekend, can't wait to see where it goes now!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 16, 2020, 03:05:54 AM
What comes after those first three episodes are a bit of WTF moments.... trust the writer (Sam Esmail), it will all pay off in the end.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 17, 2020, 04:46:38 AM
So Season 4, Episode 4.  Felt a bit filler with Dominique having a weird sex/death dream and Darlene chatting with drunk Santa.  And then you have Tyrell, Elliott and Mr Robot going for a walk in the freezing woods......then WTF happened at the end, a dying(?) Tyrell finding a blue light emitting a weird animal sound....  I honestly have no idea who or what is real anymore!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 17, 2020, 04:49:31 AM
I warned  you, did I  :lol

As I said, it will all be back on track, episode 4 was the WTF moment of the season.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 17, 2020, 05:36:48 AM
I warned  you, did I  :lol

As I said, it will all be back on track, episode 4 was the WTF moment of the season.

Haha.  At this point there are 9 episodes left, so heading into endgame territory - but I have no idea what this endgame is going to look like.  Really enjoying it though, wish I had enough time this morning to watch Episode 5 though, that was a really annoying place to stop!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 18, 2020, 05:07:51 AM
Episode 5 & 6 done.

5 was great. I was so absorbed in the episode I honestly didn't really notice it was most shot without dialog, till the backend of the episode.  Episode 6 was good too (another cliffhanger ending!) Right now the show feels a bit more normalised, with the pieces starting falling into place.   I'm sure there will be another rug pull moment coming up that'll change everything though....and we still haven't gone back to Tyrell and whatever he found.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 18, 2020, 05:11:12 AM
I'm sure there will be another rug pull moment coming up that'll change everything though....

Oh boy. You have no idea. Brace for number 7.

and we still haven't gone back to Tyrell and whatever he found.

Maybe we won't. Or we will. Who knows  ;D for now leave it out of your mind, there's some serious shit coming up!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 18, 2020, 05:35:05 AM

Oh boy. You have no idea. Brace for number 7.

I'm totally staying away from spoilers.  But I do check out the IMDB average user rating numbers for upcoming episodes and Episode 7 has a 9.9! 
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 19, 2020, 04:39:29 AM
So Episode 7.

Dare I say I was slightly underwhelmed when the episode finished.  I was expecting more 'rug pulling'.  But thinking about it more afterwards it works really well, the hints were seeded thoughout the show - and it keeps everything in the central narrative 'real' (for now at least).   I must confess I was glad Vera got killed though, I'd had enough of that character and it did look like he was bonding with Elliott - I didn't really want that partnership to continue - so the knife to the back was a relief!

I also watched Episode 8 too - which was awesome.  Dom and Darlene prisoners was super tense.  Then Dom played her hand it was a real fist pumping moment.  I hope she survives.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 19, 2020, 04:40:44 AM
And now we go onto episode 9 which is  :metal :metal :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 19, 2020, 07:41:31 AM
I'm really interested to find out if there is any payoff to Elliott (then Mr Robot in Season 4) talking to what we presume is 'us' the audience.  No spoilers please!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 20, 2020, 02:45:32 AM
Episodes 9 & 10 done.

9 for fast paced and awesome. I loved Prices shit eating (drunken) grin as Whiterose found out he'd been outplayed, yeah he got gunned down at the end - but he got his moment over Whiterose.   And that was that with the hacking storyline, or at least it looks like it's over.

10 was obviously a lot slower and focused on Dom (Yay she survived) and Darlene.  That Irving scene was great, mainly because Irving was awesome and I'd hoped we'd see him again, and he still brought the calm menace.  The redistribution of wealth moment was a highlight (hey the world could do with this now!).

Onto the final 3 episodes.  I guess this is where we discover the true nature of Elliotts mental illness.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 20, 2020, 02:50:48 AM
9 for fast paced and awesome. I loved Prices shit eating (drunken) grin as Whiterose found out he'd been outplayed, yeah he got gunned down at the end - but he got his moment over Whiterose.   And that was that with the hacking storyline, or at least it looks like it's over.

One of my favorite episodes EVER in the entire history of TV, no kidding. As I wrote when I watched it, I had to calm down a little after seeing it because the adrenaline and the excitement was so high.

I 110% agree with you that it was beyond glorious to see Price getting wasted and mercilessly trolling Whiterose, with zero fucks left to give. I wasn't even sad when he got gunned down because he went out in a blaze of (drunken) glory, like the magnificent asshole he was. Michael Christofer is awesome and I rank him right alongside Charles Dance among the great loveable assholes.

Onto the final 3 episodes.  I guess this is where we discover the true nature of Elliotts mental illness.

This is where the story gets completed, I hope you'll appreciate it as much as I did!  :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on March 20, 2020, 09:13:48 AM
Just reading this journey that soupytwist is taking with this show makes me want to watch it all over again. I've been jealous  :lol   Such a well done show
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on March 20, 2020, 02:37:36 PM
Onto the final 3 episodes.  I guess this is where we discover the true nature of Elliotts mental illness.
I highly recommend you watch all these in a single sitting if you can.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 21, 2020, 03:30:14 AM
OK Im done.

What an outstanding finale.  The absolute brilliance in creating a finale that somehow makes you reassess what you've been watching (right from the start) and yet changes nothing.   Nearly everything ties up (I spent a good amount of time after the finale finished thinking about this) and everything makes sense, with no cheapness.   Great writing.


I'm going to come back to this thread later and write more bout it, and some queries I have. 

Anyone thinking of coming to this show, or needing something to watch in these troubled times of self isolation.....this show.


Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 21, 2020, 05:50:51 AM
What an outstanding finale.  The absolute brilliance in creating a finale that somehow makes you reassess what you've been watching (right from the start) and yet changes nothing.   Nearly everything ties up (I spent a good amount of time after the finale finished thinking about this) and everything makes sense, with no cheapness.   Great writing.

Indeed!  :metal glad that you enjoyed like basically 99% of those who've watched it. I hope it will become a cult series and will gain more and more following through word of mouth.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on March 21, 2020, 09:07:55 AM
What an outstanding finale.  The absolute brilliance in creating a finale that somehow makes you reassess what you've been watching (right from the start) and yet changes nothing.   Nearly everything ties up (I spent a good amount of time after the finale finished thinking about this) and everything makes sense, with no cheapness.   Great writing.

Indeed!  :metal glad that you enjoyed like basically 99% of those who've watched it. I hope it will become a cult series and will gain more and more following through word of mouth.


Awesome assessment! So happy for you. This really is (in my eyes) the perfect show. From start to finish. I imagine I’ll wait another year or so and give it a rewatch
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 23, 2020, 05:24:23 AM
So Mr Robot.

What an incredible journey this show takes you on, the twists, the turns and the WTF moments.....and then the finale drops and all the dots join together and you realised it (nearly) all makes perfect sense, it's a beautiful moment.  A re-watch (which I feel is a must) is going to change so much.

The performances across the board are great. Obviously Rami is going to get so much work of the back of this show, but loads of others are deserving of praise.  Some of my personal favorites were Grace Gummer (Dom), Micheal Cristofer (Price), Bobby Cannavale (Irving) and of course Christian Slater.   And the characters themselves - mostly a brilliant collection of quirky personalities.  I'd like to single out Dom and one scene in particularly - the Alexa scene.  We see Dom at her must vulnerable, she is lonely and it's crushing her, and that scene when she's talking to Alexa is just heartbreaking 'Alexa do you love me?'.

So was this a superhero show?  The origins of the hero 'Mastermind' competing against his nemesis 'Whiterose' whose nefarious plan involving some sort of world changing machine.   So that actually brings me to one area I'm unsure about.  Whiterose as the layers of mystery surrounding the character were gradually exposed the less interesting the character became, and the 'machine' itself was kept vague - we never saw what Angela was shown that changed her.  I think I'll treat it as a metaphor for denial of reality - Whiterose creating something to change reality to a place where there lover still lived.

Season 2 was important for setup purposes - but those first 6 or 7 dragged.  I think we could have maybe told that story in a shorter time frame - maybe Tyrell's wife didn't need as much screen time, as ultimately she didn't serve much purpose.  I can see why some people ditched the show when watching weekly live.

A couple queries I may have missed :

- Tyrell.  What was the meaning his final (real) scene.   A Blue screen of death, lol?
- If Mastermind setup the perfect mind world for Real Elliott at the beginning, he wouldn't know Price was Angela's father.

This is certainly up there with the best TV I've watched (Breaking Bad, Wire, Shield etc...).  What do I watch next? lol


Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 23, 2020, 05:45:56 AM
I didn't notice it myself, but I remember reading on Reddit that from some screenshots (the documentation that Elliot got handled by Price) the machine was revealed as a Large Hadron Collider and that it was either meant for alternate realities or travelling back in time.

It wasn't spelled on the nose, but I guess if one really wanted to know, the answers were there, it's just that it was not important per se what the machine was doing, more what Whiterose believed it could do, and therefore it was important to her and her motivations.

It's kinda like the prophecies in Harry Potter.... they were bullshit, but Voldemort believed them, and so he made them real. Same here, Whiterose's machine was just the deranged impossible project of a lunatic, the point was not if it worked or not, but that Whiterose believed it would work.

About Tyrell... yeah, that was actually his BSOD  ;D his exit could have been handled better but he needed to be out of the picture to stall the Deus meeting.

Good call on Elliot not knowing Price was Angela's father.... the only one who knew was Angela herself and she got offed immediately after. Let's call it a lucky guess or rationalization by the Mastermind but yeah, he shouldn't have really known.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: soupytwist on March 23, 2020, 06:18:14 AM

About Tyrell... yeah, that was actually his BSOD  ;D his exit could have been handled better but he needed to be out of the picture to stall the Deus meeting.


I think in terms of buildup of character vs payoff Tyrell (and his wife) were maybe the only short changed characters.   Seemed like they were going to be way more important when we spent so much time with them during Season 1, and when he returned in Season 3 he still didn't add much.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on March 23, 2020, 06:29:34 AM
Indeed, Tyrell's arc is one of the very few minor complaints one could have with this fantastic series.

I don't know if Joanna was always meant to go out like that, or the actress wanted out and so they needed to write her off, but in season 1 Tyrell looked so important and the whole of season 2 was built over his absence, but once he came back as a positive scapegoat (rather than being framed, he was made out to be a hero) his usefulness to the larger plot became nonexistant.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on June 06, 2020, 10:01:31 AM
The Blu-ray boxset was on sale for Amazon for $40, grabbed and am rewatching the series for the first time. Man that first episode is so fantastic and watching it again knowing how it all ends and all the arcs, it's great to notice all the nuances and setups. The show is even better than I remember it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on June 06, 2020, 10:38:14 AM
I already rewatched the first three seasons before starting the final, but I'm gonna let pass some time and one day I will definitively rewatch it all again, knowing everything that went down.

I believe in years word of mouth will make the fame of Mr. Robot even bigger. It was not a smashing hit like Breaking Bad but 99,9% of the people agreeing that it ended perfectly will motivate people to watch it.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on June 17, 2020, 11:19:57 PM
Done with rewatch up to season 3, will dive into the final season soon. What an amazing and wonderful joyride to revisit the previous season having not seen them since they first aired. I can see why so many felt disappointed with season 2 because of the pending answers but that was the reason I think season 3 was all the more fulfilling once they answer questions all the way from season 1.

Everything about the show is top notch as been mentioned throughout, the music, the acting, the story and the cinematography. The editing is also highlight one that I didn't give enough credit on original viewing. It's so tight the entire time. Makes the tension stand out even more.
Just saw that for season 4 there are about 40 minutes of deleted scenes!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: hefdaddy42 on June 22, 2020, 08:02:26 AM
I've almost got my wife talked into watching this, which means a rewatch for me!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on June 22, 2020, 08:25:43 AM
I got done last night with season 4 and god damn did the finale make me emotional once again, the show is just a hair behind Breaking Bad as my all-time favorite shows now.

Many of the deleted scenes for season 4 added context to several scenes. Though I think some really didn't fit in with the episode which is why I think one of the less talked about aspects of the show is the editing. From depicting the buildup of tension to letting the weight of words linger on, the intercut of some episodes is legendary for me. In particular season 3 when the FBI raid happens. Amazing stuff through and through.

I wished the box set had more of the behind-the-scenes stuff, that stuff is always so interesting.

I've almost got my wife talked into watching this, which means a rewatch for me!
After the rewatch I am in the process of convincing my wife as well, I wouldn't mind a re-re-watch.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 22, 2020, 09:14:10 AM
the show is just a hair behind Breaking Bad as my all-time favorite shows now.

Mr. Robot is ahead of BB in my rankings. So is Better Call Saul. I dug BB big time and think it's great.....but Mr. Robot outranks it on my scorecard.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ErHaO on October 23, 2020, 06:51:10 AM
Hmmm, I don't know, I am early season 2 and I think it just isn't for me.

I can see it is directed and acted very well, but it all feels so predictable thus far. Maybe because I have recently seen similar works, but I found most of the first season to be predictable. Like, the first episode my Fight Club radar went off the moment we have seen mr Robot a couple of times and in the second episode I was like yeah this guy is his dad after that convo and the push of the pier. The whole spiralling down into the drugs problem logically happens to Elliot, but I am getting tired about plots relying on that for tension. I don't know, outside of the reveal of his sister I can't think of a single major surprise in the entire first season. And early in season 2 I am not enjoying the whole Elliot/Mr Robot battle in his own head. I do really enjoy Angela's arc and find the business/legal/society stuff very interesting, but as soon as we go back to Elliot I just don't feel it. And, well, that is the series' lead so for me that means it doesn't work.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on October 23, 2020, 06:55:20 AM
I don't know, outside of the reveal of his sister I can't think of a single major surprise in the entire first season.

And that wasn't major? the Mr. Robot reveal was a red herring. You were meant to feel secure in having figured out "the twist", while the ACTUAL twist was that Darlene was his sister. That was the whole point.

And as I've said previously in this thread - season 2, ESPECIALLY the first half, is the most difficult batch of the entire series. Season 3 pays back TENFOLD the patience of having endured through season 2 (which speeds up in the second half). Then if you don't like it, you don't like it, but don't write off the show because of their Falling Into Infinity. Scenes from a Memory (Season 3) is just right around the corner.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ErHaO on October 23, 2020, 09:46:34 AM
I don't know, outside of the reveal of his sister I can't think of a single major surprise in the entire first season.

And that wasn't major? the Mr. Robot reveal was a red herring. You were meant to feel secure in having figured out "the twist", while the ACTUAL twist was that Darlene was his sister. That was the whole point.

And as I've said previously in this thread - season 2, ESPECIALLY the first half, is the most difficult batch of the entire series. Season 3 pays back TENFOLD the patience of having endured through season 2 (which speeds up in the second half). Then if you don't like it, you don't like it, but don't write off the show because of their Falling Into Infinity. Scenes from a Memory (Season 3) is just right around the corner.

I do agree it is major (hence "outside of the reveal"). But I don't know, outside of it being a major surprise it did not seem like such a transformative moment (I mean, they used it as a plot device for Elliot discovering who Mr Robot is, but that can be done in a million ways). For all it's predictability, his whole relationship with Mr Robot still feels like the main driving force of the plot.

And maybe I will stick with it. It is one of those series where I can definitely see it's quality. As I said, the direction and acting is great. The pacing of season 1 is good as well. I also like the subject matter(s) and themes. I think part of it is that I just saw several films/series with people coping with drugs/hallucinations, as well as films with characters suffering from similar mental ailments.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on October 23, 2020, 02:41:26 PM
I strongly advocate you stick with it. Seasons 3 and 4 are masterful. The relationship between Elliot and Mr Robot is indeed central to the plot and there's still a lot to be revealed.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on October 23, 2020, 03:34:46 PM
I'd still give it a try, seasons 3 and 4 have some of my favorite TV episodes ever.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on October 23, 2020, 05:25:17 PM
I don’t know which shows/movies you’ve watched that make you think you’ve seen this approach before.....but Mr. Robot inspired a few similar styled shows/movies as it became a hit. So....you may have experienced things already because of Mr. Robot
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on October 23, 2020, 07:54:01 PM
Like others have said season 3 and 4 more than make up for the slow pace and 1st half of 2. But I'm maybe in the minority but I loved season 2. I think it's all the things it adds is what makes season 3 &4 so great.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ErHaO on October 24, 2020, 12:58:21 PM
I will say that episodes 3 and 4 of season 2 have been a lot better. I found the first two to be boring or frustrating, depending on the scene. That was not the case with 3 and 4. So I will continue watching it.

I may sound very down on the series, but that is mainly because of the contrast to all the praise it got. I completed the first season because I thought it was solid. My post came after the beginning of season 2, which I did not like.

I don’t know which shows/movies you’ve watched that make you think you’ve seen this approach before.....but Mr. Robot inspired a few similar styled shows/movies as it became a hit. So....you may have experienced things already because of Mr. Robot

Definitely the other way around in my case. The last couple of months I watched Fight Club, A Beatiful Mind, The Machinist, American Psycho, A Clockwork Orange, Requiem for A Dream, and Trainspotting amongst others. I am not saying these are all the same, most far from it, but several characters follow plot patterns/arcs very similar/identical to characters in those films. Same goes for some games I played. The first season being kinda like Fight Club is super obvious though, the even use the same song (deliberately offcourse).

Still, I will stress this in itself isn't a quality problem, just my personal preferences and recent watching history combined. Taken as a whole, Mr Robot is a different experience and I don't know how the rest of the series will go.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ariich on October 24, 2020, 01:08:46 PM
Still, I will stress this in itself isn't a quality problem, just my personal preferences and recent watching history combined. Taken as a whole, Mr Robot is a different experience and I don't know how the rest of the series will go.
No spoilers, but I think to some extent the whole "Fight Club" reveal in season 1 was to get the viewers into a mindset of questioning everything they see and not being sure what's real and what's not. Same with a reveal during season 2 that you haven't got to yet.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ErHaO on November 03, 2020, 03:32:28 PM
Well, I think I might up ending liking season 2 a whole lot more than the first. Episode 5-7 have been great, so I will definitely continue the series.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on November 04, 2020, 01:00:17 AM
Yay! the season ends strongly, be assured  :hat
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on November 04, 2020, 06:41:51 AM
On my rewatch I actually loved season 2 way more, it sets up a ton of stuff that pays off in season 3 and some of it in season 4 too.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: ErHaO on November 25, 2020, 03:31:13 AM
I think season 2 is great, after having finished it. That initial stretch is fully justified as well, now that I know the whole arc. Huge improvement for me over season 1. And the show totally feels like it's own thing now.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on November 25, 2020, 03:41:12 AM
Yay!

Now get ready for Season 3 to totally kick your ass  :metal
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on April 19, 2021, 08:03:47 PM
Doing another rewatch of the show and am on season 3 right now and am still blown away at the three episode stretch of 5-6-7.

Episode 5 was the episode where the whole thing looked like one shot with the firing of Eliot and riots in the E-Corp building. Such amazing cinematography and coordination throughout the episode. That whole Angela hacking scene was so well done.

Episode 6 with Elliot trying to stop the building from being blown up ending with a twist.

Episode 7 is still so gut wrenching, though it's always Trenton and Mobley that are the main focus, there's also the equally upsetting scenes of seeing Wellick breaking down learning the fate about his wife, Price losing out to White Rose feeling defeated, Angela losing her marbles, Elliot breaking down at Krista's. What a downer of an episode. Just sick to my stomach.

Also noticed in these 3 episodes there were a lot of movie & TV-inspired scenes, there was True Detective, Silence of the lambs, Breaking Bad and I'm sure many others.

I may have to re-visit Breaking Bad after this to see if it still holds as my number one show just ahead of Mr. Robot.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on April 20, 2021, 12:56:17 AM
Yeah, you said it all, Season 3 of Mr. Robot is beyond fantastic.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on April 20, 2021, 07:32:50 PM
Got done with season 3 and the last stretch of the three episodes 8, 9 & 10 is again something truly phenomenal. I knew season 3 was excellent but just watching the episodes back to back with no distractions and taking each moment in makes you appreciate every single minute.

Episode 8 - This slower episode was much needed after that steamrolling series of the previous three. Things slowed down and all the scenes with Trenton's brother were so well done, that kid was fantastic and played so well against Rami Malek. I had forgotten or misremembered that Elliot went to the beach to OD on all those pills before being interrupted by the kid. The dialogue in this episode is possibly the best in the entire season. Very emotional and well-placed episode.

Episode 9 - This episode is more or less the setup for the finale and it might as well have been lumped together, it had some great scenes especially with Price, Elliot and Wellick with Price delivering the burn of the series to Wellick "It's not that I am out of moves. It's that you are not worth one." oof.


Episode 10 - I think this finale is perfect from start to finish, not a single frame wasted. I recall at the time I was so prepared to see Dom and Darlene be killed off seeing how the season went so far and it was hard to predict what would happen.

All the references and purposeful homages to Back to The Future, Superman (1978) and The Shining and so many other movies reinforced how well the story was told this season and why season 2 had to be done the way it was done. Thinking back I don't think there was any single dull or off moment in the season. Everything from the music, to the cinematography, the editing, the acting, the story telling, it was all so well put together, all the story plot points came together and had such rich paybacks. God I love this show and now to dive again into the masterful season 4.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: MirrorMask on April 21, 2021, 01:03:50 AM
Episode 9 - This episode is more or less the setup for the finale and it might as well have been lumped together, it had some great scenes especially with Price, Elliot and Wellick with Price delivering the burn of the series to Wellick "It's not that I am out of moves. It's that you are not worth one." oof.

Price was the best "magnificent asshole" seen on TV since Tywin Lannister. The actor is virtually unknown but he deserves so much more recognition. Even his deep voice is amazing. What a wonderful character, in season 4 I became a full fan of him.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on April 21, 2021, 04:06:13 AM
For sure Price was a fantastic character and the actor playing him has serious chops. His demeanor in season 4 is obviously so different from previous seasons and the acting really shows that. What a wonderful asshole character.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on June 08, 2021, 09:01:56 PM
Giving this another go, still holds up as quite possibly the best series ever for me.

Might even be better the second time around if that's possible.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on June 08, 2021, 09:10:53 PM
Giving this another go, still holds up as quite possibly the best series ever for me.

Might even be better the second time around if that's possible.


It most definitely was for me! I've watched 4 times already and will probably do another rewatch soon lol.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: lonestar on June 08, 2021, 09:44:49 PM
Just finished S1, an gonna put down an episode of S2 before bed. Totally forgot about the whole prison sequence. Fuck this show was so good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on June 08, 2021, 11:47:13 PM
Giving this another go, still holds up as quite possibly the best series ever for me.

Might even be better the second time around if that's possible.

I might have to do a rewatch soon. Such a great show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on March 28, 2022, 09:11:16 AM
Started rewatch #lostcount

I noticed in the 1st episode in the Fun Society place, the character Trent is interacting with someone I guess it's supposed to be Mobley but it's played by a different actor. Since there are no lines by anyone I guess it didn't matter. It's a detail I never noticed before.

I'll reiterate again, those first 5-6 mins of the show are a fantastic tone setter for the rest of the series.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on March 28, 2022, 09:35:22 AM
I'll reiterate again, those first 5-6 mins of the show are a fantastic tone setter for the rest of the series.

I have to go back and watch this again.....but then I'm sure I'll be hooked and just do a total re-watch.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: WilliamMunny on March 28, 2022, 09:42:08 AM
One of the best dramas I've seen in recent memory.

For anyone interested, I highly recommend taking the plunge—unlike so many other shows, Mr. Robot's 4th and final season is incredoibly strong and I personally think the show went out on a high.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on March 28, 2022, 03:46:29 PM
I'll reiterate again, those first 5-6 mins of the show are a fantastic tone setter for the rest of the series.

I have to go back and watch this again.....but then I'm sure I'll be hooked and just do a total re-watch.

It's funny you say that, I was in two minds of just watching a little bit of the pilot and stopping but just couldn't.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on March 28, 2022, 10:36:17 PM
I'll reiterate again, those first 5-6 mins of the show are a fantastic tone setter for the rest of the series.

I have to go back and watch this again.....but then I'm sure I'll be hooked and just do a total re-watch.

It's funny you say that, I was in two minds of just watching a little bit of the pilot and stopping but just couldn't.

Dammit faizoff……..was just going to watch the first few minutes. Just watched Ep 1 and man, I forgot just how GOOD this show is.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on March 28, 2022, 11:17:24 PM
Happy to oblige  ;D  sooo good.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on March 29, 2022, 07:09:41 AM
My middle son has been wanting a new show to watch.....I told him about this one and he was interested. I may re-watch Ep 1 with him and then just do a re-watch alone with his first viewing.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on March 29, 2022, 07:29:00 AM
Awesome. The trippy withdrawal scene from episode 4 with Elliot has some pretty cool setups for the final season that I'd forgotten.

Spoilers for the series below..



Angela in a wedding dress, and telling Elliot 'You're not Elliot.. you're....." then gets cut off. Some hints on different personalities of Elliot right off the bat that I hadn't picked up.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on March 29, 2022, 07:31:55 AM
Spoilers for the series below..



Angela in a wedding dress, and telling Elliot 'You're not Elliot.. you're....." then gets cut off. Some hints on different personalities of Elliot right off the bat that I hadn't picked up.


Yeah....Even in Ep 1 when Elliot gets invited to the boardwalk by Mr. Robot and they're walking around inside talking.....from the moment the door opens and all the way through that scene the way the characters look at them was really well done. That's one of the cool things about having a person who had an end game in sight from day one....those small details.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on April 02, 2022, 08:27:20 PM
Spoilers for the series below..



Angela in a wedding dress, and telling Elliot 'You're not Elliot.. you're....." then gets cut off. Some hints on different personalities of Elliot right off the bat that I hadn't picked up.


Yeah....Even in Ep 1 when Elliot gets invited to the boardwalk by Mr. Robot and they're walking around inside talking.....from the moment the door opens and all the way through that scene the way the characters look at them was really well done. That's one of the cool things about having a person who had an end game in sight from day one....those small details.

For sure!

On season 3 now, it's a lot more straight forward than season 2. Looking back at season 2, it was really fantastic and laid the groundwork for season 3 & 4.


Some season 2 thoughts....

On my lastest viewing of season 2 I didn't realize before that Joanna was with that other bartender guy solely to set Scott up as the fall guy with his manufactured alibi. In hindsight it should be obvious but I guess it got lost on the tons of things to keep track of. With all that intercutting and out of sequence parts, it probably was easy to forget.

Also Darlene was straight up turning evil with offing that E-Corp exec and I guess only reason she sorta trurned it around was when the FBI caught up to all her shenanigans.

God damn do I love the intricacies in this show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: gmillerdrake on July 26, 2022, 11:19:24 PM
Just watched the final 20 minutes of the series for the heck of it……man…..powerful stuff that still makes my eyes well up.


This show was/is top tier from start to finish. So well done on every aspect.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on July 27, 2022, 05:27:30 AM
I must have watched that scene with Krista and Elliot about 50 times. It's so well done, everything about it, the music cinematography, everything. I've been listening to the soundtrack on and off and the music in that scene is based of something in season 2 3 (track is called "3.5_1-alittlepush.ktp") and is just chef's kiss.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: WilliamMunny on July 27, 2022, 06:03:38 AM
Just watched the final 20 minutes of the series for the heck of it……man…..powerful stuff that still makes my eyes well up.


This show was/is top tier from start to finish. So well done on every aspect.

Mr. Robot is one of the few shows that I can think of where the ending feels complete, satisfying, and jarring all at the same time. It's a shame it never caught on beyond a cult audience, but I suspect that people will be discovering it for years to come.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on July 27, 2022, 05:28:55 PM
I just began rewatching it the other day and now I can see all of the little hints and details. Such a crazy show.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on July 27, 2022, 07:41:43 PM
Just watched the final 20 minutes of the series for the heck of it……man…..powerful stuff that still makes my eyes well up.


I just did the same after your comment, you're not kidding about the welling up. Using 'Outro' by M83 was the perfect ending, that piano bit at the end is heavenly. And the score prior to it is just as good with all the people in the room leaving one by one.
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: faizoff on May 09, 2023, 08:41:10 AM
Not sure if anyone listens to the soundtrack for this show like I do. The final volume which corresponds to the second half of the final season was released today (5/9) It is really great to finally have the conclusion. I regularly listen to all volumes, I find them oddly relaxing.

On my favorite pieces of music was in the final scene just before the "Outro" song my M83.

I used to listen to a version some guy ripped on youtube who removed the dialogue and it was the next best thing, but now hearing the original is so fulfilling.

This little piano version by Mac Quayle the composer is also goosebump worthy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5T801RoUwzE&ab_channel=MacQuayle

Now time for a rewatch!
Title: Re: Mr. Robot
Post by: Sacul on May 09, 2023, 03:03:21 PM
About damn time, the soundtrack to this series is so good. I need to revisit it more often, but it's filled with amazing tunes and soundscapes.