I heard about this at comic con but since I'm not into Zombies I didn't pay any attention.. but after watching the trailer.. this might be a pretty cool series.
Zombies and lots of them. Kicking the series off with a 90-minute episode on Halloween, The Walking Dead is from Frank Darabont and is based on the Robert Kirkman comic book. According to the AMC press release, the series "tells the story of the months and years that follow after a zombie apocalypse. It follows a group of survivors, led by police officer Rick Grimes, who travel in search of a safe and secure home."
The series stars Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes, along with Sarah Wayne Callies, Jeffrey DeMun, Jon Bernthal and Laurie Holden. Six episodes have been ordered for the first season.
AMC's The Walking Dead Trailer: Show starts Halloween Night 10/31/2010 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mybBDpYe_5Y#ws)
Love Zombies! Well when they arent trying to eat me!
What's this with Brits playing Americans in all these series?
Quote from: Feathers on September 10, 2010, 10:30:18 AM
What's this with Brits playing Americans in all these series?
You mean to tell me they are not brits? I feel violated!
Quote from: Feathers on September 10, 2010, 10:30:18 AM
What's this with Brits playing Americans in all these series?
Because they want to work :)
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on September 10, 2010, 10:37:46 AM
Quote from: Feathers on September 10, 2010, 10:30:18 AM
What's this with Brits playing Americans in all these series?
Because they want to work :)
True...OK, rephrase the question...Why do US series employ Brits to play Americans? Don't you have any American actors? (I mean look at poor old Hugh Laurie having to work with that accent all the time... ;))
The comic is my number one favorite currently ongoing series. I can't wait for the show. If you watch, all I can say is don't get too attached to any of the characters.
Oh this is crazy! I pretty much dislike the horror genre, but I love ZOMBIES! Go figure. I've never read the comic series but this looks like it will be fun. Going to give it a try for sure. Thanks for posting, Geekyfanboy!
Quote from: Feathers on September 10, 2010, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on September 10, 2010, 10:37:46 AM
Quote from: Feathers on September 10, 2010, 10:30:18 AM
What's this with Brits playing Americans in all these series?
Because they want to work :)
True...OK, rephrase the question...Why do US series employ Brits to play Americans? Don't you have any American actors? (I mean look at poor old Hugh Laurie having to work with that accent all the time... ;))
Cheap foreign labour! We employ the Eastern European people and the US employs us. I'm guessing the US is employed by Australia....or maybe Japan?
This looks really good and pretty amazing for even cable TV to go all out like this. I've always heard great things about the comic series but haven't read any of it - yet. Now I'm torn about whether I start reading it before the series or not. I'm not a huge zombie fan but this looks really interesting. AMC is quietly and slowing taking over the airwaves with some great original programming.
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on September 10, 2010, 11:34:36 AM
The comic is my number one favorite currently ongoing series. I can't wait for the show. If you watch, all I can say is don't get too attached to any of the characters.
The comic is incredible; it's hard to believe that it's written by the same guy who does Invincible. Not the most upbeat comic series, but the suspense is almost addictive.
Quote from: Rico on September 18, 2010, 07:33:04 AM
This looks really good and pretty amazing for even cable TV to go all out like this. I've always heard great things about the comic series but haven't read any of it - yet. Now I'm torn about whether I start reading it before the series or not. I'm not a huge zombie fan but this looks really interesting.
I don't think you have to worry about spoilers. I read that the show writers are planing to follow the general path of the comic, but take some different turns here and there. I think their intent is to avoid spoiling the comic for folks who watch the show, and to keep the show fresh and engaging for folks familiar with the comic.
The book is riveting, but pretty bleak. One might even argue that the bulk of the horror of the series arises not from the zombies, but from what the zombie apocalypse does to the human survivors.
I recommend checking out the first trade paperback. There are lots of well developed characters, and very real-feeling drama. The quality of the writing & scripting of the comic almost overshadows the fact that it is a zombie book.
Thanks for the advice and comments on the comic. I'll check it out.
Cool. 8)
Starts tonight!
http://www.amctv.com/originals/The-Walking-Dead/ (http://www.amctv.com/originals/The-Walking-Dead/)
I see Jim Carrey has let himself go a bit, oh well thats hollywood for ya.
I cant wait for this to hit our shores as I am a huge fan of Andrew Lincoln, he's been in some of my top programmes over here, espoecially Teachers which i loved. :D
We (the UK) have it from next Friday
http://walkingdead.fxuk.com/
Really looking forward to this tonight!
The Walking Dead - TV Show Trailer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6r9JgVnTH5c#ws)
Off to a pretty good start. Kind of a slower pace but I think it fit the mood of the first episode. Interested to see where this all goes. I'll keep watching.
Definitely a slow pace to begin, in fact I got kinda bored. I have been thinking for a while now about how there should be a zombie TV show, but this isn't living up to my hopes yet. I also found it kinda predictable. I'll keep watching, it could improve.
I think the pacing was trying to set the mood and show us the perspective of the deputy learning about what has happened. Anyone else watch yet?
I thought it was awesome, and it definitely did the comic justice. The pacing of the episode was deliberate, I think for the purpose of clueing in those unfamiliar with the comic to the fact that this is not your typical zombie gorefest type of show. The series will primarily be about the characters, not the monsters. Great care will be taken to develop them and make them people we genuinely care about. That way it will be way more effective when their brains are eaten.
[spoiler]Those of you hoping for an explanation about the whys and wherefores of how the apocalypse started and the science behind the outbreak, you can most likely forget it. The comic has run 78 issues now and we are no closer to any kind of exposition in that area.[/spoiler]
Ultimately this is by far my favorite new series and right now the only one I will be watching day and date of air.
Hey Joby, couple of questions....
[spoiler]Roughly how much time is the main character Rick supposed to have been in that coma? A few weeks?? One thing that shocked me a bit was how easily his wife seems to have moved on with his buddy. I know they touch on that they are having marital issues even before the zombie thing, but I guess it seemed quick to me.[/spoiler]
Not sure exactly how long the coma lasted, it's been a while since I've read the opening issues of this book. I think you are on target with a few weeks.
[spoiler]You've touched on something though that obviously does become a major plot point in future episodes. As a semi spoiler free explanation, there's the horror of the inexplicable circumstances these people find themselves in, the uncertainty Lori is feeling about whether her husband is dead or alive, and her fear that she might have to suddenly care for her son all alone, combined with the fact that Shane is a not-so-nice guy, and he's taking advantage of these circumstances to get something he has always wanted and been jealous of. There are definitely repercussions for everyone involved.[/spoiler]
Very cool first episode! I think they did a good job capturing the feel of the book & laying down the groundwork for what is to come. Lots of cool shots and angles paying homage to the comic's art as well. :) Cool thing about comic to film adaptations: A lot of potential shots are already set up! :)
Quote from: Rico on November 01, 2010, 11:53:10 AM
Hey Joby, couple of questions....
[spoiler]Roughly how much time is the main character Rick supposed to have been in that coma? A few weeks?? One thing that shocked me a bit was how easily his wife seems to have moved on with his buddy. I know they touch on that they are having marital issues even before the zombie thing, but I guess it seemed quick to me.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on November 01, 2010, 12:28:39 PM
Not sure exactly how long the coma lasted, it's been a while since I've read the opening issues of this book. I think you are on target with a few weeks.
[spoiler]You've touched on something though that obviously does become a major plot point in future episodes. As a semi spoiler free explanation, there's the horror of the inexplicable circumstances these people find themselves in, the uncertainty Lori is feeling about whether her husband is dead or alive, and her fear that she might have to suddenly care for her son all alone, combined with the fact that Shane is a not-so-nice guy, and he's taking advantage of these circumstances to get something he has always wanted and been jealous of. There are definitely repercussions for everyone involved.[/spoiler]
Very true!
I think that one of the things the story tries to do is demonstrate how quickly things can break down when the crap hits the fan. I think Kirkman is trying to show how tenuously he thinks things are held together by the rules of society. Take those rules away, and some folks might adapt by reverting to a sort of Caveman mentality. [spoiler] For example, Lori thinks her husband is dead. She still loves him, but her primary concern is ensuring the safety of her child. In the 'caveman village' she finds herself in, Shane is the Alpha Male. Being with him might be more a non-sentimental survival strategy than anything else. ;) [/spoiler]
As the story progresses, we find that some characters are able to more easily adopt the "survival of the fittest" or "law of the jungle" mentality than others. Other characters refuse to let go of the kinder, more noble traits that separate us from the animals. And some characters manage to strike a precarious balance between the two. The author (Kirkman) uses the Zombie Apocalypse scenario to examine the different mind-sets. He manages to do this fairly dispassionately; kind of like he's just laying out the scenario and watching what happens along with the audience. Sometimes good things happen, sometimes not. In fact, more often than not, it's the Bad Things that tend to happen. As you can imagine, this starts to take it's toll. But similar to the re-imagined Battlestar Galactica, I think the story demonstrates the power of mankind's ability bounce back and keep on trucking, no matter how tough the going gets. It's a bleak story, but in a way, it's also a celebration of how strong the human will and fighting spirit can be.
As the story progresses, and we come to learn more about the characters, the stakes start to go up big-time. The cool thing about the story is that it just keeps getting more engaging as it goes on... good or bad, it's kind of addictive.
I was a bit struck by how the main guy just immediately puts on his deputy uniform even with the world falling apart around him. That's a dedicated lawman. But I can also see wearing it might have it's advantages as people tend to follow people in uniforms more easily. I noticed his cop buddy wasn't wearing his uniform anymore.
Quote from: HawkeyeMeds on October 31, 2010, 12:28:54 PM
I see Jim Carrey has let himself go a bit, oh well thats hollywood for ya.
Thought it looked more like Kevin Bacon than Jim Carey.
In the comic the artists are always putting in "zombie cameos" and it's super fun when you figure out who the artist is going for. It would be great if they do this in the show as well.
Well, they must have faith in this series. After only two episodes the series has already been approved for a second season. So, start watching this one since it will be on for awhile.
I liked the second episode quite a bit. Much tighter and very interesting with the new characters brought in and how they are dealing with things. Quickly becoming a must watch right away show.
I still have the first two episodes on my DVR.. really want to see this.. maybe this weekend.
I'm loving this show and I'm not a Zombie or horror fan.
Definately a must watch.
Quote from: Dangelus on November 12, 2010, 01:02:22 PM
I'm loving this show and I'm not a Zombie or horror fan.
Definately a must watch.
For sure! The series has the potential to be a major hit for several reasons- First off, the Zombie Thing isn't the focus of the stories. Instead, it is a tool used to create some incredible drama. Second, Kirkman is churning out gold with the comic series. The writing is great, and the way the book is structured lends itself to TV serialization. And he's already put out enough top-quality material to keep the series going for several years. :)
This show is quickly turning into a favorite. The most recent episode was really excellent, well acted and gripping,....
(lots of plot stuff ahead...don't read unless you don't mind spoilers)
[spoiler]I am shocked Rick has already found his wife and kid. That's the kind of thing series would usually drag out. Just the reactions and reunion were amazingly real and genuine, I thought. And I really like how Rick has manged to keep his moral center, at least so far and had to go back for the guy they left behind. As compared to his buddy (Shane?) who was hooking up with his wife before Rick came back. That guy has become a loose cannon. The end part where was just beating on that guy was hard to watch. Anyway, loving the series so far.[/spoiler]
Watched the latest episode last night (11/28). Another really good one. The ending was cool too - setting maybe some things up. Only one more episode for the season next week. Like I said on this week's podcast, we are only getting 6 episodes this season - sadly.
Season finale tonight! (12-5-10)
So I finished season 1 and I'm still just iffy on the whole thing. It's not a bad show, but it's hardly amazing to me. I think it could be better. Maybe it would help if I actually liked the characters. I want to love it, but it's just not there for me. So might I pose the question why does everybody else love this show?
I liked the season finale. Interesting and different episode. A few comments....
[spoiler]For me, the show is about the characters (obviously). I actually like most of the characters and find them sympathetic. The only guy right now that really bugs me is Rick's old partner - the creep still trying to get busy with his wife. He's a bully and not a good leader or person. But, I can understand him. The fascinating thing about the show is how people deal with such a terrible situation. Some revert to a more animal way of life, while others try to hold on to their humanity and civilized ways. Looking forward to the next season. Hope the wait isn't too long[/spoiler]
I haven't seen this, I'm not even sure we get the channel it's on. In light of that and against the day it appears somewhere I can see, my question would be about how it all hangs together if they make no attempt to explain the hows and the whys of what's going on. Doesn't the lack of that information detract from the show?
Well, it's only been six episodes and for me not knowing what caused the outbreak hasn't bothered me - yet. I know from what some have said, the comics haven't explained it and they have been running for years. The last episode of this season touched on it slightly, but with no real answers. But, I think the show (and comic) is a character study, not really about the why or how of their circumstances.
So, I borrowed 68 issues of the comic. I read about 43 of them today. (Hey! It was my day off!) If they stick loosely to the comic books, I see this show running for many many years. The last 3 episodes of the show weren't in the comics (at least what I have seen yet), but the comics have good stuff in it.
One of the teachers in my daughter's school won one of the shuffle on roles.
The thing that makes this show so great for me, is that we are seeing a zombie apocalypse from the point of view of survivors over a greater length of time than usual. Most zombie movies cover a shorter period of time than this. Any that do last few weeks usually have 90% of the survivors time spent hiding out away from any zombie contact. Also, most movies end with the survivors either dying or riding off into the sunset to try and find some kind of sanctuary. Here we get to follow the survivors in an ongoing struggle. Strong characters who wouldn't normally associate with each other are also extremely interesting...We even got introduced to some characters that aren't really in this season much and are sure to appear at some point in the future....can't wait. Highlight of the year for me!
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Hope everyone can hang on a long time. Season two probably won't start airing for about nine+ months!
Halloween 2011 if I've heard correctly....give me chance to catch up on Smallville. I'm nearly through season 2 :?
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on December 11, 2010, 07:05:26 AM
Halloween 2011 if I've heard correctly....give me chance to catch up on Smallville. I'm nearly through season 2 :?
I hope it's not quite until next Halloween, but we'll see.
That's a long time from now.
I mainlined "The Walking Dead" yesterday since I had to take a few days off from clowning due to the weather, (ya just don't get out on these hills and hollers in the Ozarks when you have even a little snow), and pretty easy to watch with only six episodes. So, sat down and watched with my youngest daughter, who had previously watched the series when I DVR'D it. Poor girl nearly turned purple trying to spoil it for me, her face is now back to its normal brownish-yellow.
Really enjoyed the series, but bummed out that we have to wait until Halloween 2011 for season two. The only part that I thought was real predictable was the end of episode three. I liked the fact it dealt mainly with these survivors and did not have government officials heavily involved with the group. The regular network stations need to take a lesson from the cable/satellite channels because this was good television.
Anyway, loved it anxiously waiting for more.
RONZO
If anyone is interested, AMC will be re-airing the first season of The Walking Dead this Tuesday and Wednesday night January 18-19.
http://blogs.amctv.com/the-walking-dead/2011/01/the-walking-dead-marathon.php (http://blogs.amctv.com/the-walking-dead/2011/01/the-walking-dead-marathon.php)
RONZOMBIE
They'll probably be rerunning this series for the next nine months until season two shows up!
Oddly enough, I caught the first two episodes in England on a business trip recently. Amazing. Intense. Great. On returning to the states, I picked up the DVDs, and watched it all in two nights.
Anxiously awaiting more! MOAR!
Started watching this online after it finally made it over here on channel 5. I got to say I am really enjoying it. Good writing cast and everthing rolls along at a nice pace.
Quote from: stonut on May 13, 2011, 07:43:22 AM
Started watching this online after it finally made it over here on channel 5. I got to say I am really enjoying it. Good writing cast and everthing rolls along at a nice pace.
I finally realised it was on here at the weeks end but it's a few episodes in now so probablt too late for me to pick up. (Besides, I'm already struggling to keep up with daily Legend of the Seeker episodes from SyFy so perhaps shouldn't start anything else just yet).
Feathers have you tried five in demand on the website, you may still be able to catch up, well if you can fit it in.
I haven't tried, but it's a good thought. I'm still not sure about the time aspects though (especially since my wife doesn't seem to object to L of the S - I suspect The Walking Dead would be too much).
Oh well she who must be obeyed rules in this house too.
Don't forget, season two is starting this Sunday (Oct. 16th). Can't wait!
http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/14/showbiz/movies/walking-dead-series/ (http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/14/showbiz/movies/walking-dead-series/)
Can't wait. I got hooked on this show last weekend. Watched all 6 episodes on Saturday night!! :)
Yeah theyre streaming instantly on Netflix in case you didn't know, and they are doing a marathon of season one on Sunday before the premiere of season two on AMC.
I was very impressed with this show and I'm looking forward to season 2. :)
Quote from: Dangelus on October 14, 2011, 09:52:14 AM
I was very impressed with this show and I'm looking forward to season 2. :)
Ditto!
(Thats in a "I agree with the above statement" kind of way and not in the Sam Wheat from Ghost "I love you too" kind of way :P)
I have been streaming this on Netflix all weekend, this show is AMAZING! Have the DVR set to record the premiere tonight. I am about 4 episodes into Season 1 so far and will wrap it up in the next few days. I can't stop watching!
Welcome to the party Bryan. It's only been a year. :)
It seems to start over here on Friady (if anyone can get FX, not sure it's part of my package). They appear to have been repeating season 1 for a while.
So, who saw the s2 premiere? A lot of stuff going on...
The season two premiere was awesome! Right back into this series. You just can't take your eyes off the screen for this show.
The preview of the season showed me things I seem to remember from the comics. I read the first 50 of the comics. If they do use SOME of the stories from the comics, the show will be untouchable by other shows in the genre. I hope they don't start to mirror the comics, then it will be predictable and boring.
Great first episode. Very excited for a full season of this show! Remember when a full season meant 22-24 episodes? Oh well, 13 is pretty awesome in this case, compared to 6.
Full seasons do still mean 20+ episodes for a main network series. Cable series are a different story. But yeah, 13 is a lot better than the 6 shows we got last season.
I finished up the first Season on Monday and have the Season 2 premiere on the DVR. The last epsiode of Season 1 at the CDC was a bit of an odd duck rleative to the other 6 episodes. Had a much more big movie sci-fu feel which i found a bit jarring as the previous epsiodes were so tight. Still really enjoyed it although i am curious why the CDC would have so much red wine in stock!
Bryan - It's because red wine has so many natural antioxidants in it - of course!
Bryan, but of course red wine...what goes better with red meat? :)
I finally watched the season premiere. Pretty awesome. I'm really liking this show.
Quote from: Rico on October 19, 2011, 09:05:02 AM
Bryan - It's because red wine has so many natural antioxidants in it - of course!
I know that's why I love it! :cheers
Quote from: Rico on October 19, 2011, 08:43:50 AM
Full seasons do still mean 20+ episodes for a main network series. Cable series are a different story. But yeah, 13 is a lot better than the 6 shows we got last season.
Yes...it seems that the programs I look forward to the most are over for the season before you can blink.
I think I prefer the 12 or 13 episode format rather than the 20+.
Dexter, Breaking Bad and now Walking Dead seem to run at a better pace for it, I reckon.
Really enjoyed the premiere for Season 2. After the CDC episode, this returned to what really grips me watching this, the relentless malevolence that just build and builds and the character dynamics.
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on October 19, 2011, 10:37:09 AM
I think I prefer the 12 or 13 episode format rather than the 20+.
Dexter, Breaking Bad and now Walking Dead seem to run at a better pace for it, I reckon.
Sort of true for some of the more intense shows with a serialized type of story format. Other series that do more stand alone episodes I think you can handle 20+ per season.
I think that's about right. Serialised story arcs need the shorter run time. As successful as Lost was, I know a lot of people who just fell behind and gave up.
More stand alone does stand up to longer seasons.
The Walken Dead (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giAQuLntqXY#ws)
Finally got to watch season 2 ep1.
It didn't disappoint! Wow. I was gripped all the way through.
Now this is television! :)
[spoiler] This show hates kids! It's certainly one of the things that stresses me out about this show, the kids getting hurt and in danger. I have 4 and the protective instinct is strong! [/spoiler]
That said, what a well written, edited and shot episode. Tension is high, as it should be. Could do without the ongoing Shane/Rick/Laurie stuff...it was over way quicker in the comics! ;)
Quote from: Chris-El on October 21, 2011, 08:46:11 PM
[spoiler] This show hates kids! It's certainly one of the things that stresses me out about this show, the kids getting hurt and in danger. I have 4 and the protective instinct is strong! [/spoiler]
That said, what a well written, edited and shot episode. Tension is high, as it should be. Could do without the ongoing Shane/Rick/Laurie stuff...it was over way quicker in the comics! ;)
Funny that! I only have two and at times, that same instinct seems to disappear and I pray for Zombie Apocalypse!! :)
Just catching up on the season 2 opener from last week, and it's bloody good! Probably not the most ideal show to watch before I go to bed!
I remember in the mid-90s, just before bed I played Doom on the Playstation. That night, boy did I have a nightmare!! lol!!!
WOW! What a gut wrenching second episode of season two. This show just grabs you and doesn't let go!
Seriously!
[spoiler]First off when Rick is running carrying his son, that was the best actor pretending to run a long way actually carrying his kid scene ever. The way he moved, expressed his fatigue..man, I know what it feels like to run so hard you start to fall apart and he NAILED it. Then when his son woke up while being operated on! It's true, the show doesn't pull punches when it comes to kids in peril and it's very effective. I actually also enjoyed a little more pre-zombie insight into Rick's marriage. Makes that story line more engaging.[/spoiler]
Better than Dustin Hoffman in Kramer vs. Kramer?!? I don't think so...;)
These actors need to win some awards come next Emmy's. I was tearing up during parts of this week's episode.
[spoiler]Bryan you are so right, the actor playing Rick carrying his son was awesome here. From the part running, to his reaction to his son, to his wanting to go get his wife - everything spot on. And his friend staying near him to keep him close and from leaving and all that was perfect. What got me was when the mom comes and gets off the horse and you see her reaction as Rick just hugs her. I'm tearing up again just typing this (such a softy Rico). But I can tell you, anyone that has kids will know this is exactly how it feels if your kid is hurt. Just such an amazing episode and so very real in an unreal setting.[/spoiler]
Walking Dead renewed for 3rd season! Woohoo!! :)
http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2011/10/walking-dead-amc-third-season-three.html?mid=twitter_vulture (http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2011/10/walking-dead-amc-third-season-three.html?mid=twitter_vulture)
This is really the best show on tv right now. My girl hates blood, gore, horror etc, and she loves this show. I had to trick her" in a way" to watch this. This season is just getting better then the last but, I haven't heard a really good podcast about it yet. A really good insightful review of all things Walking Dead would be great. (no comic or graph novel spoilers) mmm...hint hint ;D
I really need to watch these.. I have all episodes on my DVR for season 1 and whats been aired for season 2.
I'm not big into zombies but I have been told that it's more about the survivors story. Is this the case?
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on October 28, 2011, 09:33:37 AM
I really need to watch there.. I have all episodes on my DVR for season 1 and whats been aired for season 2.
I'm not big into zombies but I have been told that it's more about the survivors story. Is this the case?
I'm the same, Kenny. Not a big horror movie or zombie fan at all but this series is riveting! Great tension, acting, writting, and it feels so real. And it's VERY gory and it makes you feel repulsed, but it's so powerful and you are so engaged it's not gratuitous.
If it's possible to be both a gratuitous story and a story about the characters, I think Walking Dead covers them both.
I've heard people say that "The Walking Dead" title is refering to the survivors, not the zombies. And that seems about right. The show is definitely all about the characters....but doesn't shy away from the horrific. A couple of times, the horrific has become really unsavoury. But always with the main focus on the survivors themselves and their reactions rather than the horrific acts taking place.
Definitely in my top 5 TV shows. Although my top 5 seems to be getting longer and longer!
I've just watched the third part (i think). Wow!! What an ending. I should have seen it coming, but I didn't!! Just...WOW!!
Holy Frack! Last night's episode, didn't see that coming!
[spoiler]I mean I know they have been setting him up as unstable but whoa! To shot the guy to be able to escape and save the boy...they did a great job setting up his obsession with Rick's family.[/spoiler]
Another awesome episode. One thing I really liked about this one was the conversation between Rick and his wife Lori about their son and what to do. Perfectly scripted and awesome acting. This show just somehow gets better and better every week!
This week's episode was awesome. I can't believe what happened this week. I can't wait until next week.
Yep another awesome and powerful episode!
One thing:
[spoiler]Did they try to show us that he had got bit by a zombie? When he took his shirt off it looked like he was examining a bite mark on his back and just before he shaved his hair it looked like he was examining a dead looking patch of skin on his scalp. Then it cut to him shooting the other guy to escape. [/spoiler]
I think not, in answer to your question Dan.
Quote from: Dangelus on November 01, 2011, 04:22:48 AM
Yep another awesome and powerful episode!
One thing:
[spoiler]Did they try to show us that he had got bit by a zombie? When he took his shirt off it looked like he was examining a bite mark on his back and just before he shaved his hair it looked like he was examining a dead looking patch of skin on his scalp. Then it cut to him shooting the other guy to escape. [/spoiler]
Yeah, I think Dan..
[spoiler]They were showing his wounds from fighting with the other guy, especially where he pulled a chunk of his hair out.[/spoiler]
Bryan is right. They made a deliberate point of showing
[spoiler] him grab a chunk of his hair.
My initial thoughts were that it may have been a bite and thought that was where they were going until they showed the "struggle"[/spoiler]
Hmmm very clever writing then to make you question it. Top notch.
This past Sundays episode was SO FRACKIN' GOOD!!!
Quote from: Bryancd on November 15, 2011, 07:01:37 AM
This past Sundays episode was SO FRACKIN' GOOD!!!
YEP! Just like every episode is! :)
The ending got me thinking somebody on the production may have read Brett Hammond's short story "Rural Dead" that was done in audio by Martian Creative ;)
Strangely, that story sprung to my mind too. So now we have to figure out why or what they're doing!!
I'm just happy the show seems to be (very loosely) following the comics. I have hopes that a certain sword wielding woman will show up.
Not sure if this is spoilery or not, but...
[spoiler] Is anyone else sick of the Sophia storyline? Over it.
They group has been sideline for almost all season because of the two kids. And all the women do is clean laundry and cry. Except for Angela. Who tries to be tough, but fails. I'm getting a little frustrated with the season, at the moment.
I know this puts me in the minority, but I want them to MOVE ON already. [/spoiler]
Quote from: spaltor on November 23, 2011, 10:14:48 AM
Not sure if this is spoilery or not, but...
[spoiler] Is anyone else sick of the Sophia storyline? Over it.
They group has been sideline for almost all season because of the two kids. And all the women do is clean laundry and cry. Except for Angela. Who tries to be tough, but fails. I'm getting a little frustrated with the season, at the moment.
I know this puts me in the minority, but I want them to MOVE ON already. [/spoiler]
Sue, I'm with you on this one. I think they've milked this one to the max!
Well, we should keep in mind that in universe they have only been at the farm for what, maybe a week?
Quote from: Bryancd on November 24, 2011, 05:41:53 AM
Well, we should keep in mind that in universe they have only been at the farm for what, maybe a week?
I'm not sure about that. I think it might be a bit longer. Carl sure has healed up pretty quick already for it to only be a week.
Quote from: Rico on November 24, 2011, 05:43:54 AM
Quote from: Bryancd on November 24, 2011, 05:41:53 AM
Well, we should keep in mind that in universe they have only been at the farm for what, maybe a week?
I'm not sure about that. I think it might be a bit longer. Carl sure has healed up pretty quick already for it to only be a week.
A few episodes back Rick made a mention about how long Sophia had been missing and it jibed with how many episodes previously she had gotten lost, that's what sort of clued me in that they were possibly in their own version of real time. So I have been sort of going with each episode is a day or so.
I think some episodes were nearly day-to-day. But I think some jumped more time than that. One thing that's interesting is that comic books have the same problem with showing the passing of time. And this series is based on comics.
I'm a little behind on this series, about two episodes now, but in the comics they don't stay at Herschel's farm that long. Have they checked out the barn yet? ;) ;)
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on November 25, 2011, 06:50:09 AM
I'm a little behind on this series, about two episodes now, but in the comics they don't stay at Herschel's farm that long. Have they checked out the barn yet? ;) ;)
That was two episodes ago. :)
Oh and they're still there huh? They's be hitting the road soon enough, I don't think it's a spoiler to reveal that the show does not become "Little House on the Prairie With Zombies".
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on November 25, 2011, 07:02:53 AM
Oh and they're still there huh? They's be hitting the road soon enough, I don't think it's a spoiler to reveal that the show does not become "Little House on the Prairie With Zombies".
ROTFLMAO!! That is a great analogy to what we have been seeing. It looks like this week the "barn issue" is going to come to a head and put our folks back in motion.
They must like this story arc because they have been on the farm for about 5 episodes now with more coming. Keep in mind, they are not following the comics exactly.
I'm actually pretty glad they are not rushing through the series. There's some fantastic stuff in store, in fact I predict the next story arc, likely not until season three, will be the one that everyone remembers forever and cements this series as one of the best horror shows of all time.
Latest episode... Whoa!
Definitely not following the comics. Well the farm and the barn were in the comics..........
[spoiler]I wonder if they find the prison by the end of the season.[\spoiler]
I'm really enjoying this show. Granted, it gets a little slow from time to time, but not every episode can be 100% excitement! I just hate that we have to wait for Feb now for the rest of the season. So, when exactly did splitting seasons like this become the norm in the television industry? I think it's a flipping cheap trick to stretch shorter seasons longer. Bah!!
All I can say about the latest episode:
Finally!
Still loving the show,
Quote from: Dangelus on November 28, 2011, 02:02:49 PM
All I can say about the latest episode:
Finally!
Still loving the show,
Agreed. Loved it,
Amazing and emotional mid-season finale! I probably shouldn't because it's so dark and grim, but I love this series! Don't read my spoiler if you haven't seen the most recent episode.
[spoiler]It clicked when one more walker was still in the barn that it was poor Sophia. Man, that really got to me. It just shows how much I've started to care for this little group of people. The characters just ring so true and do exactly what is in each of their natures. Anyway, really powerful stuff![/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on November 28, 2011, 05:41:39 PM
Amazing and emotional mid-season finale! I probably shouldn't because it's so dark and grim, but I love this series! Don't read my spoiler if you haven't seen the most recent episode.
[spoiler]It clicked when one more walker was still in the barn that it was poor Sophia. Man, that really got to me. It just shows how much I've started to care for this little group of people. The characters just ring so true and do exactly what is in each of their natures. Anyway, really powerful stuff![/spoiler]
Yeah, agreed. Kinda bummed out for the night now!
Can't until February.
I just realized something this morning....
[spoiler]It seems Herschel and maybe others must have known Sophia was in the barn all along. Walkers had to be lured in there. Even if Otis had put Sophia in there it seems he would have told Herschel about a little girl/walker. I'm not sure if this will be an issue when the show returns, but it should be.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on November 29, 2011, 04:25:46 AM
I just realized something this morning....
[spoiler]It seems Herschel and maybe others must have known Sophia was in the barn all along. Walkers had to be lured in there. Even if Otis had put Sophia in there it seems he would have told Herschel about a little girl/walker. I'm not sure if this will be an issue when the show returns, but it should be.[/spoiler]
I was thinking the same thing! At leasy we know this last episode was just one day.
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Quote from: Rico on November 29, 2011, 04:25:46 AM
I just realized something this morning....
[spoiler]It seems Herschel and maybe others must have known Sophia was in the barn all along. Walkers had to be lured in there. Even if Otis had put Sophia in there it seems he would have told Herschel about a little girl/walker. I'm not sure if this will be an issue when the show returns, but it should be.[/spoiler]
I was thinking the same thing! At leasy we know this last episode was just one day.
To answer:
[spoiler]Not to sound harsh/unfeeling, but there really wasn't a reason to say anything because it probably wasn't important. There are millions of walkers out there and one more wouldn't really ring any bells as unique. From what I got from things, Otis did it, but didn't see a need to tell. If I was in the situation, I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to catalog every type of zombie I come across. I'd just throw it in the barn and be done with it. I'm not sure that Otis had any reason to mention anything. What's another little girl zombie in the hordes of zombies that we've seen up until that point. [/spoiler]
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Quote from: Rico on November 29, 2011, 04:25:46 AM
I just realized something this morning....
[spoiler]It seems Herschel and maybe others must have known Sophia was in the barn all along. Walkers had to be lured in there. Even if Otis had put Sophia in there it seems he would have told Herschel about a little girl/walker. I'm not sure if this will be an issue when the show returns, but it should be.[/spoiler]
I was thinking the same thing! At leasy we know this last episode was just one day.
To answer:
[spoiler]Not to sound harsh/unfeeling, but there really wasn't a reason to say anything because it probably wasn't important. There are millions of walkers out there and one more wouldn't really ring any bells as unique. From what I got from things, Otis did it, but didn't see a need to tell. If I was in the situation, I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to catalog every type of zombie I come across. I'd just throw it in the barn and be done with it. I'm not sure that Otis had any reason to mention anything. What's another little girl zombie in the hordes of zombies that we've seen up until that point. [/spoiler]
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But....
[spoiler]They did make a point in the show to have Hershel actually name a lot of the walkers in the barn that they knew. I got the impression that at least he was very much emotionaly invetsed in them and would have been aware of who was in the barn, including Sophia. Maybe he didn't make the connection that she might be the girl they were looking for, but i would find that hard to believe and think if he did know, it makes for a great story point.[/spoiler]
I don't agree Chris. But I agree very much with Bryan.
[spoiler]I think the issue will come up in the future and like I said, it should. They knew several of those people in the barn by name. Herschel made a point to his people that these walkers are still people. I also think Otis at least would have mentioned something when the group showed up. There was very little time lag between when Herschel and his people must have found Sophia and put her in there and Rick's group shows up. Way too much of a coincidence to not make mention of things - or at least know about it. Here's another general comment about making walkers. Since it seems most attacks seem to just end up lately with people being eaten up by the zombies it somewhat surprises me that people are still getting turned - especially kids. A man with a gun getting just bitten is one thing, a little girl is harder to understand. I know it could happen of course, it just seems a bit odd to me. I'm wondering if very early on lots of people got bitten before they fully turned and spread this zombie thing that way too.[/spoiler]
I love the books..and as a fan of them I didn't see that shocker coming. Cant wait till February.
February?!! That's a crazy wait! :(
Could be worse....look how long Red Dwarf X is taking to actually air?!! :P
Quote from: Dangelus on November 29, 2011, 01:27:26 PM
February?!! That's a crazy wait! :(
Are you being sarcastic? Look how long we waited for season 2 - a year! LOL! This is not that uncommon. December tends to have very little new TV on the air and even Jan. can be like that. February is a sweeps month for ratings so that's why it will return then. A couple months. No big thing.
Quote from: Rico on November 29, 2011, 02:24:38 PM
Quote from: Dangelus on November 29, 2011, 01:27:26 PM
February?!! That's a crazy wait! :(
Are you being sarcastic? Look how long we waited for season 2 - a year! LOL! This is not that uncommon. December tends to have very little new TV on the air and even Jan. can be like that. February is a sweeps month for ratings so that's why it will return then. A couple months. No big thing.
I think it's great that they are spreading it out. Makes sense to keep the show in people's minds AND the wait for Season 3 won't be anything like the lag from 1 to 2.
Ugh it's killing me not reading your spoilers in this post. I watched the two episodes prior to the mid season finale last night and plan on watching the latest one tonight when the kids go to bed. So far this season they are pretty much following the books but I don't remember the Sophia stuff going on this long, or even actually happening at all. I should re-read.
My wife came in during the latter half off the last episode and actually sat down to watch some! (she HATES horror and gore, is basically a huge wimp and usually won't watch anything that's even the slightest bit scary with me). But she was asking questions about the characters and trying to figure out the plot...I might be able to get her hooked on this with me. She saw what happened to the creature from the well a few weeks ago and didn't flee the scene, and last night saw Glen and Maggie in the pharmacy so there's hope!
That's so funny Joby, i think Jamie is starting to also show interest in this show! She saw some of the first few episodes of the first season while I was streaming them over a weekend on netFlix. Those episodes were VERY gory, like when thye covered themselves in walker blood and guts to be able to move around without detection in Atlanta. That was a bit much for her. But this season when she has wandered by, she seems more interested not that the violence is somewhat less. And i know her friends love the show. I foresee a NetFlix streaming marathon with her at some point. :)
I think the fact that the show has a tendency to be so character driven with then brief but effective shocking forays into gore and violence is what's attracting her to it. The ep you mentioned where they cover themselves in gore seems to be an aberration rather than the standard.
I think they went out of their way for the first Season to prove they weren't going to pull back in the least. The smearing scene mentioned above and the opening shot of the little zombie girl being shot seem to have been done more as a statement to say "we're not pampering to peoples tastes. If the story calls for it, we're showing it" It is, after all, just a part of the world that they are inhabiting.
Now they've set it out in the first Season, this second season is able to concentrate on the story. Without worrying about how brutal it can become if it needs to be.
Regarding Rico's last spoiler post...I agree completely, that part didn't make sense at all to me.
[spoiler]It makes sense from a dramatic point of view that Sophia would be a zombie. Nothing could have been more heartwrenching that those long shots of her eyes as she shambles forward towards the group. But it just doesn't compute that she was somehow able to get away from an attack on her own with just an injury and then later turned. That was just one element of the mid season finale that didn't make much sense after a little while to reflect.
Another thing that doesn't compute, is why Dale chooses to keep the knowledge he has about Shane to himself at this point. Shane has basically threatened to kill Dale at least three separate times, admitted his affair with Lori, admitted (by ommision) killing Otis, and for all intents and purposes admitted that he was considering killing Rick. Dale doesn't seem motivated by fear, what other possible reason could he have for not outing Shane immediately? Especially knowing that Shane and Andrea are getting together too.[/spoiler]
Also about the "not telling" thing:
[spoiler]Remember that Herschel was desperately trying to keep the secret of the barn from Rick's group, and that he ruled over his family with an iron fist. No one would have dared go against Herschel's mandate and tell anyone from Rick's group about the barn, and there would be no way to really let them know about Sophia without spilling the beans about their little collection of friends and family out back. I think I may go back and rewatch the first half of the season to see if there were any telling little glances or other kind of foreshadowing that the folks at the farm knew more about Sophia than they were letting on at first.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on December 05, 2011, 10:04:05 AM
Also about the "not telling" thing:
[spoiler]Remember that Herschel was desperately trying to keep the secret of the barn from Rick's group, and that he ruled over his family with an iron fist. No one would have dared go against Herschel's mandate and tell anyone from Rick's group about the barn, and there would be no way to really let them know about Sophia without spilling the beans about their little collection of friends and family out back. I think I may go back and rewatch the first half of the season to see if there were any telling little glances or other kind of foreshadowing that the folks at the farm knew more about Sophia than they were letting on at first.[/spoiler]
Well they pretty much ...
[spoiler] In the after show, they pretty much said that only Otis knew about Sophia and by the time the others of his group found out about Sophia, Otis was dead. Also, since Otis was the wrangler, no one else really opened the barn until that moment in the story and that was part of why Hershel was telling Rick that there were more zombies around because it was Otis' job to put them in the barn. Because it's a bunch of episodes, I think we all kind of forgot how soon Otis died in relation to meeting Rick and the others. [/spoiler]
You've been watching those after shows Chris? Are they worth seeing? The commercials turned me off and make the show seem rather idiotic.
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on December 07, 2011, 06:48:19 AM
You've been watching those after shows Chris? Are they worth seeing? The commercials turned me off and make the show seem rather idiotic.
Not really, but I was told that Kirkman was answering questions on that one and it cleared up a lot of stuff including the "look of things" in the final episode.
[spoiler]They wanted the zombies to look more human than the others to give views a bit more of a connection to the dying walkers. It also made that last shot more tragic because she still looked so damned human. I think it was a good choice to show it that way. Also, this is a world where the concept of living dead has never existed ... ever. No zombie movies, nothing. That's why they don't call the creatures zombies because they didn't ever imagine them. It also sheds light on how it could spread so fast and why people are reacting the way they do. If you could never conceive of the dead rising from the grave to eat you, I can see how the zombie apocalypse caught you with your pants down.[/spoiler]
Quote from: X on December 07, 2011, 07:23:45 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on December 07, 2011, 06:48:19 AM
You've been watching those after shows Chris? Are they worth seeing? The commercials turned me off and make the show seem rather idiotic.
Not really, but I was told that Kirkman was answering questions on that one and it cleared up a lot of stuff including the "look of things" in the final episode.
[spoiler]They wanted the zombies to look more human than the others to give views a bit more of a connection to the dying walkers. It also made that last shot more tragic because she still looked so damned human. I think it was a good choice to show it that way. Also, this is a world where the concept of living dead has never existed ... ever. No zombie movies, nothing. That's why they don't call the creatures zombies because they didn't ever imagine them. It also sheds light on how it could spread so fast and why people are reacting the way they do. If you could never conceive of the dead rising from the grave to eat you, I can see how the zombie apocalypse caught you with your pants down.[/spoiler]
Wow, I didn't know that! Was that even mentioned or inferred in the show itself or ist that more from the writters/comics?
Quote from: Bryancd on December 07, 2011, 07:45:02 AM
Quote from: X on December 07, 2011, 07:23:45 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on December 07, 2011, 06:48:19 AM
You've been watching those after shows Chris? Are they worth seeing? The commercials turned me off and make the show seem rather idiotic.
Not really, but I was told that Kirkman was answering questions on that one and it cleared up a lot of stuff including the "look of things" in the final episode.
[spoiler]They wanted the zombies to look more human than the others to give views a bit more of a connection to the dying walkers. It also made that last shot more tragic because she still looked so damned human. I think it was a good choice to show it that way. Also, this is a world where the concept of living dead has never existed ... ever. No zombie movies, nothing. That's why they don't call the creatures zombies because they didn't ever imagine them. It also sheds light on how it could spread so fast and why people are reacting the way they do. If you could never conceive of the dead rising from the grave to eat you, I can see how the zombie apocalypse caught you with your pants down.[/spoiler]
Wow, I didn't know that! Was that even mentioned or inferred in the show itself or ist that more from the writters/comics?
It was told in one of the interviews with the writers. It never says it explicitly anywhere in the show or comic, but when you hear it out loud, everything makes sense in how things went down. It also put certain views like seen in the last episode into a different context.
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Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on December 07, 2011, 06:48:19 AM
You've been watching those after shows Chris? Are they worth seeing? The commercials turned me off and make the show seem rather idiotic.
Not really, but I was told that Kirkman was answering questions on that one and it cleared up a lot of stuff including the "look of things" in the final episode.
[spoiler]They wanted the zombies to look more human than the others to give views a bit more of a connection to the dying walkers. It also made that last shot more tragic because she still looked so damned human. I think it was a good choice to show it that way. Also, this is a world where the concept of living dead has never existed ... ever. No zombie movies, nothing. That's why they don't call the creatures zombies because they didn't ever imagine them. It also sheds light on how it could spread so fast and why people are reacting the way they do. If you could never conceive of the dead rising from the grave to eat you, I can see how the zombie apocalypse caught you with your pants down.[/spoiler]
Wow, I didn't know that! Was that even mentioned or inferred in the show itself or ist that more from the writters/comics?
It was told in one of the interviews with the writers. It never says it explicitly anywhere in the show or comic, but when you hear it out loud, everything makes sense in how things went down. It also put certain views like seen in the last episode into a different context.
Huh, I can't say it changes my perception as to how things went down overall, I never even considered it. But then again I suppose I am not steeped in Zombie lore.
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Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on December 07, 2011, 06:48:19 AM
You've been watching those after shows Chris? Are they worth seeing? The commercials turned me off and make the show seem rather idiotic.
Not really, but I was told that Kirkman was answering questions on that one and it cleared up a lot of stuff including the "look of things" in the final episode.
[spoiler]They wanted the zombies to look more human than the others to give views a bit more of a connection to the dying walkers. It also made that last shot more tragic because she still looked so damned human. I think it was a good choice to show it that way. Also, this is a world where the concept of living dead has never existed ... ever. No zombie movies, nothing. That's why they don't call the creatures zombies because they didn't ever imagine them. It also sheds light on how it could spread so fast and why people are reacting the way they do. If you could never conceive of the dead rising from the grave to eat you, I can see how the zombie apocalypse caught you with your pants down.[/spoiler]
Wow, I didn't know that! Was that even mentioned or inferred in the show itself or ist that more from the writters/comics?
It was told in one of the interviews with the writers. It never says it explicitly anywhere in the show or comic, but when you hear it out loud, everything makes sense in how things went down. It also put certain views like seen in the last episode into a different context.
Huh, I can't say it changes my perception as to how things went down overall, I never even considered it. But then again I suppose I am not steeped in Zombie lore.
LOL
[spoiler] I meant more of understand Hershall's motivations. They don't know what this is and have no point of reference. To him these people were sick not living dead. Something that science should explain or be able to cure one day. That could have been cold blooded murder of sick people to him, not because he was clueless, but because they have no answers[/spoiler]
Oh, no I am referring to...
[spoiler]The notion that in universe, they don't know what a zombie is. I never caught anything like that from the show nor did I ever even think about it.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Bryancd on December 07, 2011, 08:30:07 AM
Oh, no I am referring to...
[spoiler]The notion that in universe, they don't know what a zombie is. I never caught anything like that from the show nor did I ever even think about it.[/spoiler]
Yeah I get what you're saying.
[spoiler] I never noticed it myself until I realized afterwards that the word zombie has never been used on the show. It also makes you wonder how different the culture is below the surface when what we think of as a simple concept ... living dead ... has never been thought of by anyone on that world until after the fact. I like worlds where there is just a minor difference that could change everything. Like in Watchmen, there are no superhero comics, but pirate comics because that's where the fantasy went with their culture. It makes me wonder what else is different in the world of the Walking Dead. Is Hershel actually right about his views? [/spoiler]
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Quote from: Bryancd on December 07, 2011, 08:30:07 AM
Oh, no I am referring to...
[spoiler]The notion that in universe, they don't know what a zombie is. I never caught anything like that from the show nor did I ever even think about it.[/spoiler]
Yeah I get what you're saying.
[spoiler] I never noticed it myself until I realized afterwards that the word zombie has never been used on the show. It also makes you wonder how different the culture is below the surface when what we think of as a simple concept ... living dead ... has never been thought of by anyone on that world until after the fact. I like worlds where there is just a minor difference that could change everything. Like in Watchmen, there are no superhero comics, but pirate comics because that's where the fantasy went with their culture. It makes me wonder what else is different in the world of the Walking Dead. Is Hershel actually right about his views? [/spoiler]
We don't know..
[spoiler]About Herschel yet as we don't know what caused the apocolypse. Maybe they are just sicj and can be cured assuming they still have all their parts! I'm not a fan of this being an alternate world so I am sticking to thinking they are no different from us and just haven't said the word "zombie". :) No biggie to me.[/spoiler]
Series will return on February 12th. AMC has also added three more episodes to next season's count (going from 13 to 16). Nice!
Quote from: Rico on January 15, 2012, 10:47:03 AM
Series will return on February 12th. AMC has also added three more episodes to next season's count (going from 13 to 16). Nice!
If they've planned a 13 episode season, doesn't a late order for three more screw up the pacing and plotting of the run?
Huh? You are assuming they have next season all mapped out, scripted, etc. My guess is they have barely mapped out next season at all yet. It's still very early. Remember, they are talking NEXT season - not the current season.
Second part of season two trailer. Can't wait!!!
The Walking Dead Season 2 Midseason Promo AMC (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fr4AtqY8nmM#ws)
Anyone watch it yet? Started back up again last night. Still sitting on my TIVO. I'll watch tonight.
Yep watched it this morning. Still a great show. :)
Ah! Totally forgot to record it! Have to pick it up this week on a re-run...
Caught me out this time....I forgotten it was back until after it appeared in my feed!
Although I must say, I wish they'd [spoiler] move away from the farm already....I know they have to finish up, but I'm bored and am ready for it to shift elsewhere. The farm just feels a bit stale to me now...[/spoiler]
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on February 13, 2012, 12:08:30 PM
Caught me out this time....I forgotten it was back until after it appeared in my feed!
Although I must say, I wish they'd [spoiler] move away from the farm already....I know they have to finish up, but I'm bored and am ready for it to shift elsewhere. The farm just feels a bit stale to me now...[/spoiler]
You've got a point. I think in the next episode or so this will have to happen although they did get some information that could change their plans a little in this one.
I watched it last night ...Totally awesome .
Marko
I didn't think I could get more impressed by this series - until the most recent episode with the return of the series. This show is just so good and well executed on so many levels I can't say enough good things about it. The characters are so defined and also nuanced as well. The episodes are tight and well paced. And last night, so many interesting things and character moments too place. Everyone who enjoys good drama, action, suspense, and both heart breaking moments and some rare joy at times should be watching this show. It is by far my current favorite series on the air.
Yeah, I finally watched it last night. I didn't think it was good at all...I THOUGHT IT WAS FRAKING GREAT!!
Oh yes definately a character show with Zombies. A critique of the Human Condition. Great stuff. :)
Seriously, how is it this show has just gotten even better!!
Another really solid episode this week. The show is just so darn intense! Love it!
Yeah. I really appreciate the fact that..
[spoiler]the show writters are willing to move forward with the conflict between Rick and Shane over Lori. I was worried they would try and stretch that out too long.[/spoiler]
Bryan - did you see the previews for next week?
[spoiler]Because I think a lot of conflict is brewing between Rick and Shane - Lori being part of it.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on February 21, 2012, 08:27:04 AM
Bryan - did you see the previews for next week?
[spoiler]Because I think a lot of conflict is brewing between Rick and Shane - Lori being part of it.[/spoiler]
Yeah, that's what I was referring to. Very excited to see that play out!
Oh, I read your comments like saying you thought it was over and done.
Quote from: Rico on February 21, 2012, 08:51:55 AM
Oh, I read your comments like saying you thought it was over and done.
Yes, I wasn't clear. It was seeing the preview that got me excited. :)
Another great, very intense episode this past week. This show/cast deserves some awards come Emmy time.
Ummm, Holy Frak!!
[spoiler]Boy, I didn't see that coming. I really liked Dale and thought he did such a great job being the moral anchor for the group. Wonderfuly portrayed by the actor as well. I like that the show is willing to kill off main characters but I'm going to miss Dale a lot.[/spoiler]
I can't believe what happened last night. Never a dull moment.
Another amazing and riveting episode. Just really well written and portrayed again - and shocking too! Such a fantastically intense series.
I give up...this show continues to go right when I think left, it just blows me away. Tonight blew all my perceptions about which way this show is going to hell and I love it!!!
Quote from: Bryancd on March 12, 2012, 12:34:48 PM
I give up...this show continues to go right when I think left, it just blows me away. Tonight blew all my perceptions about which way this show is going to hell and I love it!!!
You said it!
Most recent episode....
OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMG!!!!!!!
Last night's episode was awesome! There are some many things going on in this show. I can't wait until next week.
Yeah, good stuff. [spoiler]I think the writers on the show say, "You want the bad guy killed? OK, we're gonna kill the nice old man too." Glad that Carl got to shoot him like in the books too.[/spoiler]
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on March 13, 2012, 01:05:49 AM
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
I didn't know that.
Quote from: Dangelus on March 13, 2012, 01:38:29 AM
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on March 13, 2012, 01:05:49 AM
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
I didn't know that.
Yeah, my wife and I were discussing that. It's very Romero-esque.
Quote from: Chris-El on March 13, 2012, 03:09:14 AM
Quote from: Dangelus on March 13, 2012, 01:38:29 AM
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on March 13, 2012, 01:05:49 AM
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
I didn't know that.
Yeah, my wife and I were discussing that. It's very Romero-esque.
Yes, this really changes things. I was thinking a lot about this last night. Is this the same as in the comics?
Quote from: Rico on March 13, 2012, 04:57:41 AM
Quote from: Chris-El on March 13, 2012, 03:09:14 AM
Quote from: Dangelus on March 13, 2012, 01:38:29 AM
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on March 13, 2012, 01:05:49 AM
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
I didn't know that.
Yeah, my wife and I were discussing that. It's very Romero-esque.
Yes, this really changes things. I was thinking a lot about this last night. Is this the same as in the comics?
Yes.
Quote from: Rico on March 13, 2012, 04:57:41 AM
Quote from: Chris-El on March 13, 2012, 03:09:14 AM
Quote from: Dangelus on March 13, 2012, 01:38:29 AM
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on March 13, 2012, 01:05:49 AM
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
I didn't know that.
Yeah, my wife and I were discussing that. It's very Romero-esque.
Yes, this really changes things. I was thinking a lot about this last night. Is this the same as in the comics?
Quote from: Chris-El on March 13, 2012, 03:09:14 AM
Quote from: Dangelus on March 13, 2012, 01:38:29 AM
Quote from: ori-STUDFARM on March 13, 2012, 01:05:49 AM
And of course, we also now know
[spoiler] that the zombie outbreak or any future infections don't have to start with a zombie bite. Death by any other means will/can result in a walker....Something a lot of zombie movies don't specify. [/spoiler]
I didn't know that.
Yeah, my wife and I were discussing that. It's very Romero-esque.
That also helps explain..
[spoiler]How in the first season they could be covered in zombie blood and guts and not get infected. But now I can't recall, were there ever instances where just getting bit caused someone to turn or were they always mauled to death and then turned?[/spoiler]
What we know...
[spoiler]There have been cases of just getting a bite or clawed infects a person. It happened a few times in season one. But now it seems just dying makes you go zombie too. Not only that, it happens within a few minutes - much faster than a bite turns you. So, unless the brains are damaged from a blow, bullet, knife, etc. you will become a walker if you die.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on March 13, 2012, 08:13:58 AM
What we know...
[spoiler]There have been cases of just getting a bite or clawed infects a person. It happened a few times in season one. But now it seems just dying makes you go zombie too. Not only that, it happens within a few minutes - much faster than a bite turns you. So, unless the brains are damaged from a blow, bullet, knife, etc. you will become a walker if you die.[/spoiler]
Right, ok, that was how I was remembering it.
How many zombie stories and movies fail to set the "rules" to the reader/viewer. I'm really glad thay've gone this way...
I keep going back to the "Bike zombie" from the first episode. There was hardly anything left to it, it was dessicated, and it was still alive. These things can live forever!
Quote from: Chris-El on March 12, 2012, 06:42:33 PM
Yeah, good stuff. [spoiler]I think the writers on the show say, "You want the bad guy killed? OK, we're gonna kill the nice old man too." Glad that Carl got to shoot him like in the books too.[/spoiler]
[spoiler]There is the very significant difference that in the comic, Jake shoots Shane while he was threatening to kill Rick, not after he turns into a zombie. In the comic that was the turning point for Jake that starts his transformation into a really dark little kid which continues all the way through the current issues. It remains to be seen if they follow that path in the TV series.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Jobydrone on March 14, 2012, 09:51:11 AM
Quote from: Chris-El on March 12, 2012, 06:42:33 PM
Yeah, good stuff. [spoiler]I think the writers on the show say, "You want the bad guy killed? OK, we're gonna kill the nice old man too." Glad that Carl got to shoot him like in the books too.[/spoiler]
[spoiler]There is the very significant difference that in the comic, Jake shoots Shane while he was threatening to kill Rick, not after he turns into a zombie. In the comic that was the turning point for Jake that starts his transformation into a really dark little kid which continues all the way through the current issues. It remains to be seen if they follow that path in the TV series.[/spoiler]
The above episode finished on TV a few minutes ago, and boy it was shocking and memorable!!! :jawdrop
Season 2 finale is on tonight! Can't wait!
Found this cool Twitter pic online of the cast...
Can't wait!
Wow those people who ave been complaining "nothing happens" on this show are in for a treat with this finale! :)
Looking forward to next season, a nice couple of things hinted at here that look very interesting.
I don't read the comics so I'm wondering from those who do are these elements in there?
I'm very happy.
That was really terrific. The one thing that does strike me as man, these folks are amazing shots! Firing from moving, bouncing vehicles nd it['s head shots galore with handguns! :)
Can somebody clarify:
[spoiler]At the beginning when they showed the walkers in the city and the gradual migration of the "herd" is it implying that they started moving around the time of the start of the series? Because they move really slow theyve only just caught up with the group? I can't remember if there was a helicopter in it back at the beginning. Did they show this migration at the start also?[/spoiler]
Loved the finale. Just some amazing stuff and top notch writing and acting again. So many awesome moments. Is it next fall yet and has season three started? ;)
[spoiler]I have no answer Dan on the helicopter thing. I felt that was more recent and not trying to go back to the start of the series or outbreak. Maybe the copter just implies there are others around and nearby still that aren't walkers. Maybe they are at the prison. Oh, and the woman in the hood (I think it's a woman) at the end that saved Andrea - awesome! I've thought they all need to carry a long sword of some type. Perfect to kill walkers, silent and you don't have to get as close as you do with a knife.[/spoiler]
I have about 20 minutes left of the finale to watch then I'll try to answer some questions. I haven't read the early issues of the comic for a while now so my memories are a bit influenced by the TV show, but I'll try.
Quote from: Rico on March 19, 2012, 06:29:56 AM
Loved the finale. Just some amazing stuff and top notch writing and acting again. So many awesome moments. Is it next fall yet and has season three started? ;)
[spoiler]I have no answer Dan on the helicopter thing. I felt that was more recent and not trying to go back to the start of the series or outbreak. Maybe the copter just implies there are others around and nearby still that aren't walkers. Maybe they are at the prison. Oh, and the woman in the hood (I think it's a woman) at the end that saved Andrea - awesome! I've thought they all need to carry a long sword of some type. Perfect to kill walkers, silent and you don't have to get as close as you do with a knife.[/spoiler]
Yes, loved that bit!
I also really liked..
[spoiler]The bold choice to start taking Rick down what appears to be a very dark path. To do that with your "hero" character makes this even more riveting.[/spoiler]
Great finale! I'm looking forward to next season.
I read the first book in my walking dead comic books that got last Christmas and just happened to catch this finale last night. Interesting how same and yet different the show is to the book.
King
Quote from: Dangelus on March 19, 2012, 06:05:26 AM
Can somebody clarify:
[spoiler]At the beginning when they showed the walkers in the city and the gradual migration of the "herd" is it implying that they started moving around the time of the start of the series? Because they move really slow theyve only just caught up with the group? I can't remember if there was a helicopter in it back at the beginning. Did they show this migration at the start also?[/spoiler]
To answer your question...
[spoiler]The Helicopter was a callback to the first episode.. its the same one Rick spotted when he was in Downtown Atlanta.. which he tried to follow but that just led him up to his first run in with another herd of Walkers.
As a fan of the Comic series I really enjoyed this episode so much especially for two reasons. 1, when "SHE" appeared and saved Andrea.. I actually screamed "Heck Yeah!" out loud at that moment. And 2, the very last reveal shot of the episode of the Prison. [/spoiler]
Its gonna be a long wait till next fall.. I suggest if you haven't read the comic before pick up the first few trades, its well worth the read.
From comics to screen..
[spoiler](https://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_m14gd175791r2341po1_500.jpg)
(https://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_m14gd175791r2341po2_500.jpg)[/spoiler]
Thanks, I suspected as much. :)
Quote from: batmite on March 19, 2012, 10:37:57 AM
Quote from: Dangelus on March 19, 2012, 06:05:26 AM
Can somebody clarify:
[spoiler]At the beginning when they showed the walkers in the city and the gradual migration of the "herd" is it implying that they started moving around the time of the start of the series? Because they move really slow theyve only just caught up with the group? I can't remember if there was a helicopter in it back at the beginning. Did they show this migration at the start also?[/spoiler]
To answer your question...
[spoiler]The Helicopter was a callback to the first episode.. its the same one Rick spotted when he was in Downtown Atlanta.. which he tried to follow but that just led him up to his first run in with another herd of Walkers.
As a fan of the Comic series I really enjoyed this episode so much especially for two reasons. 1, when "SHE" appeared and saved Andrea.. I actually screamed "Heck Yeah!" out loud at that moment. And 2, the very last reveal shot of the episode of the Prison. [/spoiler]
Its gonna be a long wait till next fall.. I suggest if you haven't read the comic before pick up the first few trades, its well worth the read.
From comics to screen..
[spoiler](https://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_m14gd175791r2341po1_500.jpg)
(https://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_m14gd175791r2341po2_500.jpg)[/spoiler]
Real serious spoilers here, you were warned...[spoiler]I had the same reaction to Michonne's introduction, Batmite. I can't wait to see her next season, she's going to be amazing. I really hope that they bring in someone different to play Tyrese..."T-Dog" just isn't cutting it as a character for me, and his death was so dramatic in the comic I can't imagine it having the same impact with T-Dog in the same position. I am really glad they are keeping Herschel around, he's a fantastic character and much more interesting in the TV show than he was in the comic.
As far as the helicopter, it's probably the same helicopter but likely not going back in time to the beginning of the series. They seem to be playing fast and loose with distance and locations. At one point near the end of the finale Rick says they've been driving for a half an hour on fumes, which would make it extremely unlikely that they would ever meet up with Andrea again considering she's on foot. Even if they are driving really slow due to road obstructions and the like, they'd have to be many miles away from wherever Andrea might be wandering currently.
I loved how they showed the entire herd shift directions in tandem when they heard the gunshot on the farm. That jibed very closely with the descriptions of how the herds operate in the comic books. Also very close to how the comics operate are the little things that they impart to make Lori less sympathetic. Her reaction to Rick's admitting his confrontation with Shane was pretty harsh and unforgiving.[/spoiler]
Yes..
[spoiler]I was very surprised at Lori's reaction to the truth about Shane's death. That look Rick gave her was piercing and makes me think that now without a doubt Rick knows the truth about her relationship with Shane and maybe the parentage of her unborn baby. [/spoiler]
Quote from: Bryancd on March 19, 2012, 11:35:28 AM
Yes..
[spoiler]I was very surprised at Lori's reaction to the truth about Shane's death. That look Rick gave her was piercing and makes me think that now without a doubt Rick knows the truth about her relationship with Shane and maybe the parentage of her unborn baby. [/spoiler]
[spoiler]Didn't Lori admit her affair to Rick a couple episodes ago? And didn't Rick talk to Shane about this last week? I thought for sure we already knew that Rick has been fully aware of Lori and Shane's dalliance for a while now?[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on March 19, 2012, 06:29:56 AM
Loved the finale. Just some amazing stuff and top notch writing and acting again. So many awesome moments. Is it next fall yet and has season three started? ;)
[spoiler]I have no answer Dan on the helicopter thing. I felt that was more recent and not trying to go back to the start of the series or outbreak. Maybe the copter just implies there are others around and nearby still that aren't walkers. Maybe they are at the prison. Oh, and the woman in the hood (I think it's a woman) at the end that saved Andrea - awesome! I've thought they all need to carry a long sword of some type. Perfect to kill walkers, silent and you don't have to get as close as you do with a knife.[/spoiler]
[spoiler]Agreed about the sword thing but they might be a little hard to come by for your average person in the middle of nowhere during a zombie apocalypse. I imagine amazon.com had stopped delivering after the brains started flying ;)[/spoiler]
Quote from: Jobydrone on March 19, 2012, 11:24:19 AM
[spoiler]
As far as the helicopter, it's probably the same helicopter but likely not going back in time to the beginning of the series. They seem to be playing fast and loose with distance and locations. At one point near the end of the finale Rick says they've been driving for a half an hour on fumes, which would make it extremely unlikely that they would ever meet up with Andrea again considering she's on foot. Even if they are driving really slow due to road obstructions and the like, they'd have to be many miles away from wherever Andrea might be wandering currently.
I loved how they showed the entire herd shift directions in tandem when they heard the gunshot on the farm. That jibed very closely with the descriptions of how the herds operate in the comic books. Also very close to how the comics operate are the little things that they impart to make Lori less sympathetic. Her reaction to Rick's admitting his confrontation with Shane was pretty harsh and unforgiving.[/spoiler]
[spoiler] I agree that it is probably the same helicopter, but not from when Rick saw it before. However, it was a far enough jump back in time for the 'flock' to have walked out of whatever city they were in to the countryside and farmlands....
As for the car fumes and the possiblity of meeting up with Andrea at some point. I still think this is plausible. T-Dog was headed east and then had to return to the highway meet up by passing by the farm again....so I'm presuming the meet up point was west of the farm. Then T-Dog says the group should head to the east coast. Doubling back past the farm....or probably around it. I don't think it's implausible to figure that 30 minutes drive could be about 25-35 miles depending on the state of the roads traveling. If some of that was doubling back on itself, they could be only 15 miles from the farm. Andrea had been traveling all night at a brisk walk/slow run. I think that she could easily be in the vicinty still....
Really loved the glimpses we saw of what was to come....and the hooded figure...I wasn't even sure it was human. I watched this on my iPod so I hadn't noticed the missing lower jaw and arms from the walkers. And I couldn't make out what the prison was....I am so looking forward to next year now. I hope they revisit some of the older storylines too. I really want to see Rick and Morgan meet back up again. And the one handed Merle....he's sure to appear at some point. Lets hope the show isn't cancelled before then! I'd love to see some of the Atlanta Nursing home people too...
And for the record, I don't really like Lori. I can understand her reaction to Rick. Shane was a life long friend of the family, an ex lover and somebody who's child she may be carrying. I think when she thought the peace had been made, she had started to look to the future with a slither of hope....and lashed out when Rick initially told her....Still don't like her though. And hope some walker munches her brains in her sleep...
I'm not reading some of these spoiler boxes because I'm afraid they might go into things from the comics that we haven't seen yet in the TV series. I know the comics and the TV series have diverged some, but I still think they are pulling material from the comics for things to come.
For anyone putting info from the comics that we haven't seen on screen yet in a spoiler box, can you write "Comic spoilers ahead" - or something like that? Thanks! :)
Mine are comic spoiler's free as I haven't read them
Post 209 has no spoilers Rico and its a response to you :)
I have never read the comics, so I am safe.
Blah I meant post 208 there Rico, sorry.
Thanks guys. I just don't want to learn too much before season 3. One day I'll probably go back and read the comics. But I love being shocked and surprised on the TV show for now.
Quote from: Rico on March 20, 2012, 08:35:20 AM
Thanks guys. I just don't want to learn too much before season 3. One day I'll probably go back and read the comics. But I love being shocked and surprised on the TV show for now.
Walking Dead Omnibus Vol.3
500+ pages of light reading should keep me occupied until next October.
(https://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_m1i6ntXLN51qdan76o1_500.jpg)
The Walking Dead Season 3 Behind the Scenes #1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yqlyyihVxQ#ws)
Some nice tidbits from behind the scenes on Season 3!
Season 3 trailer.... :metallica:
The Walking Dead Season 3 Comic-Con Trailer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShQz68Zkb3Y#ws)
October 14th can't come fast enough!
The Walking Dead Season 3 "Fight the Dead" Promo (HD) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSJiYseNNfM#ws)
Me and my gf have been watching the series. we have seen seasons one and two allready and waiting for seanon 3. the neat thing about it is some of it has been shot near where we live in GA.
Oh yeah!!!!!
If the upcoming season is anything like the storyline in the comics at this time in the story, it's gonna blow folks away.
It will be interesting to see if Michonne connects with mainstream viewers as much as she has with fans of the comic. I can see the possibility that she won't...especially considering what you're alluding to Chris.
Keep in mind they have never been a slave to to the comics. So expect some changes and surprises.
Quote from: Rico on September 17, 2012, 08:38:41 AM
Keep in mind they have never been a slave to to the comics. So expect some changes and surprises.
That's what I like most about the show...expect the unexpected! For example, [spoiler]Sophia's still alive in the comics![/spoiler]
Only two more days until season three starts!
OH YEAH!!!!! This season is going to really amp things up! Thanks for getting me hooked on this series! :)
From a review I read of the first 2 episodes, s&%t gets real! The pace and action is ramped up. Can't wait to see what they do with this season.
Sunday can't get here fast enough.
Awesome return episode tonight! Man this show is just nuts!!
22 minutes to go. :cheers
Awesome episode!
Yeah. Really a lot happened and I found it very interesting how the dynamic of the group has shifted showing Rick clearly calling all the shots now. I can't say too much without putting it all in a spoiler box but this is one rough show.
Really enjoyed it. One scene that's a little strange is the quiet tender moments after the carnage where several characters are all warm and lovey dovey while they're streaked and covered with gore. They need some wet wipes or something in a big way!
Yeah, that's kinda gross. It's nice to see people with hair mussed and dirty clothes (since they've been wearing them forever) and looking geberally grimy unlike other post-apocalyptic shows on the air.... :laugh:
Quote from: Chris-El on October 18, 2012, 06:01:47 PM
Yeah, that's kinda gross. It's nice to see people with hair mussed and dirty clothes (since they've been wearing them forever) and looking geberally grimy unlike other post-apocalyptic shows on the air.... :laugh:
On other shows, they have communities where they can wash their clothes and make new ones.
You guys caught up on this still? All I can say is,.... OMG!!!!!
Quote from: Rico on November 05, 2012, 04:26:16 PM
You guys caught up on this still? All I can say is,.... OMG!!!!!
I was expecting this for a while now.
My opinion on last nights show........ WOW AND OMG!
Just finished watching the latest. Really harsh. [spoiler] So tragic, so many emotions washed over me while watching this, thinking of my own wife, my own mom, my new baby, seeing Rick's reaction at the end...really not an enjoyable experience. It's a testament to the quality of the writing and performances how affecting and how much more than a simple horror zombie show this can be. But I found myself wondering after all is said and done what was the point of putting myself through this. [/spoiler] Too soon, feelings too raw right now, I'll probably feel better about this tomorrow. I'm sure I'll keep watching but I know things just keep getting worse.
That show is just crazy.
Rick's reaction at the end just killed me... :(
Powerful episode.
[spoiler]I'ma little worried ther won't be any cast left by the mid season! :o[/spoiler]
Yes, a great but sad episode.
[spoiler] They haven't followed the comics thus far, and while Lori's death was awful, the comics had a pretty horrible fate for her and the baby. My wife will NOT continue to watch this show if anything happens to that baby, she has already told me. Pretty amazing acted episode.[/spoiler]
This show continues to be awesome! So much so, I actually had a zombie filled dream last night after watching the most recent episode. And it was a great episode...
[spoiler]Rick and the phone thing was again heartbreaking but I'm hoping he is a little better now. The end of the episode with Michonne standing outside the prison is going to lead to big things. Can't wait to see them take on the governor and his weird little town. I'm really wondering what side Daryl is going to choose when he runs into his brother again.[/spoiler]
Man this show is intense. The latest episode was filled with emotions. Only one episode left for this first half of the season. And it looks to be a great one next week!
Quote from: Rico on November 27, 2012, 04:10:41 PM
Man this show is intense. The latest episode was filled with emotions. Only one episode left for this first half of the season. And it looks to be a great one next week!
Agreed! Loved this weeks penultimate first half set up!
I wanted to jump into the TV and smack that governor up side the head!
Quote from: Rico on November 27, 2012, 04:18:24 PM
I wanted to jump into the TV and smack that governor up side the head!
He's such a douche!
WOW! Mid season finale rocked! So much happened! Is it 2013 yet? I want more - now!
This show keeps getting better and better!
Love this show!
Season 4 is a go, but the show lost it's main show runner - again.
We've got huge news about AMC's The Walking Dead. The zombie juggernaut will live to see another season—but that's not all. Once again, there's a behind-the-scenes shakeup.
On the heels of the show's renewal, AMC dropped a bomb—executive producer Glen Mazzara is leaving. He's the second showrunner to step down, following Frank Darabont.
Mazzara released an official statement saying, "My time as showrunner on The Walking Dead has been an amazing experience, but after I finish season 3, it's time to move on. I have told the stories I wanted to tell and connected with our fans on a level that I never imagined. It doesn't get much better than that. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey."
According to the network, "Glen guided the series creatively for seasons 2 and 3. AMC is grateful for his hard work. We are both proud of our shared success. Both parties acknowledge that there is a difference of opinion about where the show should go moving forward, and conclude that it is best to part ways."
Sounds like creative differences broke up their union. We're sad to see him go. So far, season three has proven to be much more balanced and entertaining than its predecessor. Now who's going to keep that going?
The Walking Dead returns Feb. 10 on AMC. (for the rest of season 3)
http://blastr.com/2012/12/walking-dead-gains-a-s4-l.php (http://blastr.com/2012/12/walking-dead-gains-a-s4-l.php)
Show returns tonight to start the final episodes of season three!
Here's the awesomely funny Superbowl ad they did. :biggrin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flkVL9NQAFM#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flkVL9NQAFM#ws)
Got it set to record! Traveling back east for a few days.
Quite a cool episode to return with. Lots of things going on. This show is just great week after week.
It's only gonna get better.. and by that.. I mean a lot of Tragedy.
Quote from: batmite on February 11, 2013, 10:13:21 PM
It's only gonna get better.. and by that.. I mean a lot of Tragedy.
They have diverged from the comics a fair amount so I think everything is pretty open at this point. But yeah, this show (and comic series) is not shy about killing people off.
Really enjoying the show a lot since the return. Things are getting pretty intense for our merry band of survivors. Here's a pic from the next episode.
First two episodes have been great, very intense. I will complain about one thing, however...
[spoiler]I realize this is a story of zombie apocalypse and suspension of some disbelief is required, but because the show and characters are portrayed in such a realistic manner, it feels so REAL. Having said that, I am NOT liking Rick seeing Laurie and talking to her.[/spoiler]
Actually for me...
[spoiler]I've been ok with the Lori visions he is having. I mean Rick has been through a lot and he's starting to really lose it. So far I like they way they are handling this. I don't think it's gone too far - at least not yet. The tension of the whole situation is really ramping up. I just want that governor gone soon. He's *bleeping* me off![/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on February 20, 2013, 04:11:33 PM
Actually for me...
[spoiler]I've been ok with the Lori visions he is having. I mean Rick has been through a lot and he's starting to really lose it. So far I like they way they are handling this. I don't think it's gone too far - at least not yet. The tension of the whole situation is really ramping up. I just want that governor gone soon. He's *bleeping* me off![/spoiler]
Same for me, especially in episode two with [spoiler]the attack on the prison and how it began[/spoiler].
I'd like to comment but I've forgotten how to do the spoiler thing, can anyone advise pls
Quote from: Geoff G.o.B on February 23, 2013, 02:25:13 AM
I'd like to comment but I've forgotten how to do the spoiler thing, can anyone advise pls
After you hit reply you will see a symbol that looks like a little nuclear symbol in the second row of icons that looks like this:
(http://www.treksinscifi.com/forum/Themes/CoalBlack_2_0/images/bbc/spoiler.gif)
Just click that and put the text you want to hide between the spoiler tag brackets that will pop up.
Thanks Rico for the spoiler thingy
I was going to add to this thread [spoiler] that I prefer the way they are handling Lori's ghost to the comics. In the comic Rick is humping round a phone talking to it. Interesting to see what bits they change and what bits they work in from the comics[/spoiler]
Quote from: Geoff G.o.B on February 23, 2013, 03:11:43 PM
Thanks Rico for the spoiler thingy
I was going to add to this thread [spoiler] that I prefer the way they are handling Lori's ghost to the comics. In the comic Rick is humping round a phone talking to it. Interesting to see what bits they change and what bits they work in from the comics[/spoiler]
I actually would have preferred that! At least then we aren't in a ghost story...
Ive loved everything about the third season and the back half has ramped it up even more. Merle and Daryl's story is a great addition to the fiction that wasn't in the comics too and it may be what I like most about the show right now. Can't wait to see how the season continues!
Only two episodes left for this season. I thought the most recent episode focusing on Andrea was a bit weak after the big build up the week before. But I think things will be ramping up now.
Quote from: Rico on March 20, 2013, 02:28:52 PM
Only two episodes left for this season. I thought the most recent episode focusing on Andrea was a bit weak after the big build up the week before. But I think things will be ramping up now.
Yes, I was annoyed by the "filler" ness of it. Stuff happens which doesn't move the story along at all. Some good moments, but still. Annoying.
I am so sick of Andrea!!!
Quote from: Chris-El on March 20, 2013, 02:34:24 PM
Quote from: Rico on March 20, 2013, 02:28:52 PM
Only two episodes left for this season. I thought the most recent episode focusing on Andrea was a bit weak after the big build up the week before. But I think things will be ramping up now.
Yes, I was annoyed by the "filler" ness of it. Stuff happens which doesn't move the story along at all. Some good moments, but still. Annoying.
This was a big complaint about Herschel's farm as well. It's not bothering me that much, I love the character stuff and none of what they're doing strikes me as unrealistic or padding. I am anxious to get to the big climax as well, though.
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Quote from: Chris-El on March 20, 2013, 02:34:24 PM
Quote from: Rico on March 20, 2013, 02:28:52 PM
Only two episodes left for this season. I thought the most recent episode focusing on Andrea was a bit weak after the big build up the week before. But I think things will be ramping up now.
Yes, I was annoyed by the "filler" ness of it. Stuff happens which doesn't move the story along at all. Some good moments, but still. Annoying.
This was a big complaint about Herschel's farm as well. It's not bothering me that much, I love the character stuff and none of what they're doing strikes me as unrealistic or padding. I am anxious to get to the big climax as well, though.
Yeah, but it really didn't add anything to the characters...the episode with Rick, Michonne and CArl encountering the guy from the first episode was an excellent example of how to do a character driven episode. This one : Governor-Crazy...check. Andrea-disturbed by him...check (if a bit late, Andrea is not our favorite character), Tyreese and his sis-good guys...check, the other guy in their group-stupid. These are things we all knew before. Anyway, it's nitpicking. The show is usuallu above average to great and this one was below. I guess it's jarring.
I hear you...in any case I have a feeling, especially if the series draws some of the darker elements from the comics, next week should be quite an experience leading up to the finale.
I was pretty ok with the season finale except for a couple things. Big spoilers ahead...
[spoiler]First, the governor. He isn't dead yet?!?! Why?? I'm really tired of this guy and it bugs me he is still around out there. After all that he has done I wanted some justice. I was sad for Andrea and Milton - they both deserved better. Although they kind of messed up by sticking with that psycho governor for so long. The ending was a little odd. Why would Rick bring so many people back to the prison all of a sudden? Up to this point they have been very careful about who they let join them. It seemed out of character. Carl is really going evil on us. Makes sense to me after all he has been through. Overall I enjoyed the episode.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on April 02, 2013, 08:39:30 AM
I was pretty ok with the season finale except for a couple things. Big spoilers ahead...
[spoiler]First, the governor. He isn't dead yet?!?! Why?? I'm really tired of this guy and it bugs me he is still around out there. After all that he has done I wanted some justice. I was sad for Andrea and Milton - they both deserved better. Although they kind of messed up by sticking with that psycho governor for so long. The ending was a little odd. Why would Rick bring so many people back to the prison all of a sudden? Up to this point they have been very careful about who they let join them. It seemed out of character. Carl is really going evil on us. Makes sense to me after all he has been through. Overall I enjoyed the episode.[/spoiler]
Yeah I agree, I would add...
[spoiler]I was happy to see Andrea go and I am also tired of the Gov and was hoping he would just get eaten already. I assume the point of Rick bringing back the remaining residents of Woodbury was the end of his catharsis over Lori.[/spoiler]
I was lukewarm over the last two episodes. This comes from being an avid lover of the comic series, and expecting so much more than what we ultimately saw. Who knows, [spoiler]with the Governor still alive and Rick seeming to be settling into the prison for a while longer, I imagine they still might draw more from the comics, but we have diverged so far from the source material that I'm probably better off not even comparing the two mediums any longer.[/spoiler]
I'll still be watching come season 4, but this show is dropping down my list of favorites. I still love the characters though, especially Rick, Herschel, and Michonne, and I'm still curious to see what happens going forward.
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Quote from: Rico on April 02, 2013, 08:39:30 AM
I was pretty ok with the season finale except for a couple things. Big spoilers ahead...
[spoiler]First, the governor. He isn't dead yet?!?! Why?? I'm really tired of this guy and it bugs me he is still around out there. After all that he has done I wanted some justice. I was sad for Andrea and Milton - they both deserved better. Although they kind of messed up by sticking with that psycho governor for so long. The ending was a little odd. Why would Rick bring so many people back to the prison all of a sudden? Up to this point they have been very careful about who they let join them. It seemed out of character. Carl is really going evil on us. Makes sense to me after all he has been through. Overall I enjoyed the episode.[/spoiler]
Yeah I agree, I would add...
[spoiler]I was happy to see Andrea go and I am also tired of the Gov and was hoping he would just get eaten already. I assume the point of Rick bringing back the remaining residents of Woodbury was the end of his catharsis over Lori.[/spoiler]
I agree with both of you. I enjoyed the finale but:
[spoiler]It seemed a bit unrealistic that those two guys left the Governor alive after he goes postal. Really? They are either nuts or didn't care much for their peers. That's something that has been bugging me about Woodbury in general. The townfolk are so sheep-like...simple. [/spoiler]
I really like the show overall but I feel that what keeps it from being a GREAT show is the inconsistency. You'll have a couple of well crafted episodes then a real stinker. Up and down....
I thoroughly enjoyed the finale...roll on season 4!! :)
Hey folks, new here.
The finish of season 3 has actually raised the show in my estimation. I was getting very dubious about whether my patience was going to hold out if the pattern of the story would always be that they'd find a place with some promise only to have it all fall apart and need to move on again by the end of the season. Worth noting, I am not a reader of the comics, so I have nothing to compare the show's rendition to.
[spoiler]As I see it, Rick welcoming the remains of the townsfolk into his fold makes perfect sense to his character arc. It's the confirmation that he's come out of his detour into the shadows, during which he cast out Tyrese's group and had decided to hand over Michonne to the Governor. THOSE were the things that were going against his character, but he did one and nearly did the other because he was cracking under the strain. Yes, and hallucinating too. Life in the zombie world might be Hell, but Rick still wants to be the most decent human being he can be under the circumstances. In the wake of the showdown with the Governor, the decent thing is to take in the remaining people from Woodbury (children and practically disabled adults), and so he does it. [/spoiler]
I think that's I'm done with this show. Not that it hasn't been entertaining, but there are other things that I'm enjoying more now and I think the hype of the show has cause the episodes to not live up to expectations for me. I think that it might actually be the timing of it now. I like it more when it was on less.
Season four trailer. Love it! Can't wait!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSi2fJALDyQ#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSi2fJALDyQ#ws)
I'm only three episodes into series 3, I'm guessing if I watch the trailer i spoil the rest of this series.
Walking Dead is back with a good first epiosde, but not as good as this!
http://youtu.be/rNxvo8AcpQQ (http://youtu.be/rNxvo8AcpQQ)
LOL, awesome.
Walking Dead is the most-watched show on TV now...it's nice that a scripted drama takes the spot, not some bullcrap reality nonsense.
http://www.aintitcool.com/node/64658 (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/64658)
This show keeps making me nervous for that baby. I swear, I'm done if anything happens to that baby. I SWEAR.
I really enjoyed the season opener a lot. Things are as crazy and as unpredictable as ever. It's also so far away from the comics now I can enjoy both versions of this story.
i just sorta stopped watching at some point a season or so ago.
Rico are you current with the comic now?
Quote from: Jobydrone on October 17, 2013, 12:25:46 AM
Rico are you current with the comic now?
Yep - finally caught up.
Great start to the season, nice to be getting back to some scary and gruesome stuff, I was tired of the Gov.
Last night's episode was nuts! Man, these poor people never can catch a break.
I'd say that, on the scale of a post-zombie plague apocalypse world, that they have caught a break.
[spoiler]
While the threat of disease they're facing now is scary and in many ways much harder to deal with than just walkers, the group's in a way lucky that they haven't had to face it earlier. At least now they have more resources to cope with the problem. They've now two members with pre-plague medical training and one of the most secure homes they could hope for which also has built-in quarantine facility.
Imagine if people had started getting sick in season one during the convoy phase.
[/spoiler]
Hey, it's Walking Dead, not Glee. What can do you do?
There is one thing I was thinking about this week after last week's episode...
[spoiler]Wouldn't it make sense that if you stayed in one location for a time that the Walker population would eventually go down to the point they wouldn't be much of a threat? I mean all those walkers outside the prison seem to just fill in with new ones each day they kill some. Where are they all coming from??[/spoiler]
Quote from: Rico on October 26, 2013, 05:17:38 AM
There is one thing I was thinking about this week after last week's episode...
[spoiler]Wouldn't it make sense that if you stayed in one location for a time that the Walker population would eventually go down to the point they wouldn't be much of a threat? I mean all those walkers outside the prison seem to just fill in with new ones each day they kill some. Where are they all coming from??[/spoiler]
I've considered this as well. Way I look at it though...
[spoiler]
While it's tempting to think that you could deplete the local walker population through attrition, I believe that's founded on a false sense of reality encouraged by video games, where it's normal to be able to "clear" an "area" of hostiles.
Consider the following:
It's been well-established that walkers not only move in response to immediate stimuli, but can migrate en mass, almost like a drive of cattle.
The population of the State of Georgia as of 2013 is almost 10 million, with an average population density of about 165/sq mile.
For argument's sake, let's say that half the population has become walkers, while the other half has been, reanimated and been destroyed, died in a way that prevented reanimation, been disposed of in a way that prevented reanimation, or (a tiny minority) actually survived like our protagonists.
That leaves almost 5 million walkers with an average undead density of roughly 90/square mile (rounding off to make easy numbers) in the State of Georgia alone.
That's a lot of undead to go around, even if we're optimistic about the number of fortified camps of survivors. The walkers don't get tired and so are completely free to wander far and wide towards whatever attracts them, like say, groups of survivors. Walking isn't fast, but if you can do it day and night, you get places.
All this is say nothing of the fact walkers don't respect state lines.
I think a fortified group could buy themselves periods of respite by cleaning up the walkers regularly, but the population would eventually be replenished by the roving undead attracted by the activities of the living.
Eventually they'd have to run out, yes, but even if we scale up my example and say half the population of the US is either resting in peace (most) or struggling to survive (few) that still leaves over 150 million American undead and I think I'm being way too generous saying only half have reanimated.
The only way I see to have comparative haven is to stake out an island surrounded by ocean. Rivers would be a little too unreliable given that walkers do no appear to need air. An island in the sea though, could be cleared and assumed pretty safe from random roving undead, as walkers do not seem to be strong swimmers.
[/spoiler]
I still think there are way too many dead when they stay in one place. But it sure makes it exciting. The most recent episode dealing with the illness was so intense. Show still rocks!
Once again, it's back to it's gory, scary roots and couldn't be better!
This season is on fire. love it
I've lost my enthusiasm for this show for some reason. Maybe zombie fatigue but I'm thinking of dropping it.
Quote from: Dangelus on November 16, 2013, 11:43:36 AM
I've lost my enthusiasm for this show for some reason. Maybe zombie fatigue but I'm thinking of dropping it.
That's how I feel about Agents of Shield, I have Super Hero fatigue.
Quote from: Dangelus on November 16, 2013, 11:43:36 AM
I've lost my enthusiasm for this show for some reason. Maybe zombie fatigue but I'm thinking of dropping it.
It's not really about the zombies - of course. It's about the people. ;)
Good mid-season finale. Brutal.
Show is back. Really liked the opening episode that focused a lot on Carl and Michonne. Great stuff!
Solid episode. Carl needs to work on how walker skills a bit. :)
Quote from: Bryancd on February 10, 2014, 06:35:08 PM
Solid episode. Carl needs to work on how walker skills a bit. :)
I think the point was he needs others - like his dad. Plus it knocked some of his cocky attitude down a few notches.
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Quote from: Bryancd on February 10, 2014, 06:35:08 PM
Solid episode. Carl needs to work on how walker skills a bit. :)
I think the point was he needs others - like his dad. Plus it knocked some of his cocky attitude down a few notches.
For sure. The stuff with Michonne was really good.
Michonnes dream creeped me the heck out. It was super effective. I loved how they made you think it was a flashback at first but then slowly introduced elements from the current timeline...very well done.
Agreed that dream was superbly directed and acted, really disturbing.
Intense end to the current season. I already want it to be next fall to see what happens next!
Really enjoyed the final episode, nice ending, good to have a more calm dramatic ending.
Rick was pretty out there but I can see why and the flash backs really complimented the attack scene.
Great stuff.
The show was pretty good this season but it just can't hold a candle to what's been going on in the comics lately. I'd say if people stopped watching the show, this season would be a good one to pick back up and matathon since it was very character driven, well written, and moving emotionally.
I actually enjoy the TV series more than the comics and I'm up to date on both. The comics are just harder to take for me and I'm not a fan of the current comic story line (been lasting way too long I think). I like the characters on the TV show better and find them more realistic.
Here is my theory on Terminus... Thoughts.
[spoiler]So looking at Terminus does any one else think those creep people are eating people. You have Tasha Yar happily BBQ'ing away, a big pot in one place, a small patch of intestines in another area. I have a feeling they tempt people to the end of the line (literally) and then pop in a big old pot and boil them with a bit of veg or slab a thigh on a BBQ and have the old chief of security cook you.[/spoiler]
You might be right about Terminus. In about 6 months we will know! :)
Season 5 - this October. Can't wait!
OMG! The first episode of season 5 was incredible. My heart was racing during the entire show. Man, this show is still fantastic to watch!
Totally agree, the scene where they were executing everyone was extremely tense
Brilliant opening episode, just loved it.
Holy frak this season has been both intense and awesome!
I hear everyone raving about this one at work.
Quote from: Bromptonboy on October 27, 2014, 04:13:51 PM
I hear everyone raving about this one at work.
As well they should be! Between this, Arrow, Flash, Agents of SHIELD, Constantine, Grimm, etc. - it's an awesome time to be a geek!
Yes, there seems to be an abundance of good TV programs out these days. Between the pay stations, and competition among the new young networks.
What a great season this show is having. Might be my favorite yet. So awesome every week!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94B_4GSI-PI#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94B_4GSI-PI#ws)
I agree with Rico, this season has been very good. The last two seasons were both up and down, but this one started fast and never looked back. I'm glad it's back.
Jeff :usflag
Mid-season finale was a rough one. But, a great ride this year so far. I had no idea but there was a post credit scene after the episode last night. It doesn't really spoil the episode at all. Check it out below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWHs2VIPTeo#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWHs2VIPTeo#ws)