Author Topic: Aaron Sorkin's Newsroom (HBO Series) (Read 2040 times)

soundgarden · « **on:** July 09, 2012, 09:22:53 PM »

After the third episode; I had to do this appreciation thread. This is one INTENSE, fast-hitting, intelligent drama. I can do without the lame love triangle plot with Maggie, though.

And once again, the cast is absolutely fantastic. I always enjoy seeing new faces and new talent.

Bravo Sorkin and thank you HBO for maintaining fine television.

cramx3 · « **Reply #1 on:** July 10, 2012, 07:21:13 AM »

HBO is the best channel for shows....

My friend told me to check this out and I'm enjoying it a lot. Its very clever with the dialogue. The last episode with the meeting and the flashbacks showing the news topics and what not was awesome.

GuineaPig · « **Reply #2 on:** July 10, 2012, 07:27:43 AM »

I don't like it. Sorkin needs someone else above him to prevent his scripts from becoming too Sorkin-y.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #3 on:** July 10, 2012, 07:32:47 AM »

Well I liked the first episode and I've DVR'd the 2 other so I'll post about it later.

hefdaddy42 · « **Reply #4 on:** July 10, 2012, 10:53:02 AM »

I like it. It seems a little preachy, but it's Sorkin.

kirksnosehair · « **Reply #5 on:** July 10, 2012, 12:31:17 PM »

Heh, from what I've read about it:

Liberals and/or Democrats will love it

Republicans and/or Conservatives will hate it

Should be right in my wheelhouse

jsem · « **Reply #6 on:** July 10, 2012, 02:41:51 PM »

Might watch it based on this thread alone, haven't heard of it. HBO is mostly high quality.

senecadawg2 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 10, 2012, 03:22:46 PM »

I've heard of it and am definitely interested in watching it. Only problem is that I don't have HBO, so I may have to wait.

abydos · « **Reply #8 on:** July 17, 2012, 08:41:27 AM »

They released the pilot for free on youtube (not available in all regions, probably only NA). I've only watched the trailer and I'm hooked - love Sorkin. I don't mind clever, fast paced, witty and preachy when done good. Think of it this way: if Sorkin had written House, there would actually be a back and forth conversation instead of House just owning everyone.

soundgarden · « **Reply #9 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:02:42 PM »

Fuck me, this week's episode was really moving.

You guys gotta check this out.

abydos · « **Reply #10 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:31:41 PM »

I just finished watching all the 4 episodes back to back. What can I say? It's fucking brilliant. I love everything about it.

soundgarden · « **Reply #11 on:** July 19, 2012, 07:31:59 AM »

I like Will's character a lot. It reminds me of a Republican friend that I have who is so pissed off with with the current state of the GOP.

cramx3 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 19, 2012, 07:34:41 AM »

I loved episode 4. I loved it because I totally agreed with Will. I mean the story line was great and all but I actually felt like the point about the tabloids was great and it totally fit into the main story. I also starting liking the "love" stories going on. They weren't as annoying.

Chino · « **Reply #13 on:** August 30, 2012, 01:26:58 PM »

That ending was awesome.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #14 on:** August 30, 2012, 05:19:12 PM »

3 more episodes to watch. I'm diggin' it.

Super Dude · « **Reply #15 on:** August 30, 2012, 05:53:38 PM »

Quote from: Chino on August 30, 2012, 01:26:58 PM

That ending was awesome.

Yep, if you're talking about the scene I'm thinking of, it was such a great way to bring the season full circle. I hope she becomes a regular next season.

Chino · « **Reply #16 on:** August 30, 2012, 07:49:38 PM »

Quote from: Super Dude on August 30, 2012, 05:53:38 PM

Quote from: Chino on August 30, 2012, 01:26:58 PM
That ending was awesome.

Yep, if you're talking about the scene I'm thinking of, it was such a great way to bring the season full circle. I hope she becomes a regular next season.

When he hires the intern who asked him to say why America is the best???

Super Dude · « **Reply #17 on:** August 30, 2012, 08:54:33 PM »

Quote from: Chino on August 30, 2012, 07:49:38 PM

Quote from: Super Dude on August 30, 2012, 05:53:38 PM
Quote from: Chino on August 30, 2012, 01:26:58 PM
That ending was awesome.

Yep, if you're talking about the scene I'm thinking of, it was such a great way to bring the season full circle. I hope she becomes a regular next season.

When he hires the intern who asked him to say why America is the best???

Damn right, kid from Camelot.

And the best part of that scene, imo, is his new answer.

cramx3 · « **Reply #18 on:** September 05, 2012, 08:22:29 PM »

I really enjoyed the season. I like how they left the love stories open to be continued next season. I thought if the couples ended up with the people they are clearly to be with then it would lead to no storylines to fall over to next season.

hefdaddy42 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 05, 2012, 09:29:16 PM »

What an awesome season it was.

jasc15 · « **Reply #20 on:** July 21, 2013, 05:35:31 PM »

Season 2!

Just caught up on the last 3 episodes of season 1. I guess I missed the last episode, since I had no recollection of most of the plots, which all seem to be nicely resolved (maybe too nice).

I assume episode 2 is on tonight, since I only watch on HBO Go and only the first episode is available for view now.

hefdaddy42 · « **Reply #21 on:** July 22, 2013, 04:55:33 AM »

Yeah, it was on last night.

Super Dude · « **Reply #22 on:** July 22, 2013, 05:48:40 AM »

That was pretty depressing. And I wish that dumb love triangle would go away.

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Author Topic: Aaron Sorkin's Newsroom (HBO Series) (Read 2040 times)