Spartacus: Vengence

[3 Justin 3]

Originally Posted by Aegypticus

You forgot to mention the overall story arc. Maybe I'm blinded by the sex and violence, but I would say the storytelling is really top notch. The plot never bogged down and had twists in all the right places. If anything, I'm afraid that it won't live up to the first season, like prison break.

The story arc is pretty intriguing. Was just able to catch episode 1 and I'm already hooked. Plenty of sex and violence, and it sets up the season. By the end of the episode I was totally buying Liam as Spartacus, will obviously take a couple of episodes to be totally on board, but he has been great in the role so far and the scene in the market when Lucretia and him saw each other was really well done and intense.

[killer_carlson]

we changed our tv plan and don't get hbo anymore.

Are there any other networks carrying it?

[DuffMan]

Originally Posted by killer_carlson

we changed our tv plan and don't get hbo anymore.

Are there any other networks carrying it?

If you have Shaw, I'm pretty sure you can order it through VOD. Order the individual shows, not the channel.

[VANFLAMESFAN]

Originally Posted by killer_carlson

we changed our tv plan and don't get hbo anymore.

Are there any other networks carrying it?

It's not on HBO. It's on Movie Central in Canada.

As far as I know, you can only get it on demand when you're a subscriber to the channels.

[Komskies]

Looks like you can watch the full first episode for free on the Movie Central website.

VANFLAMES: technically it's on HBO too, as Movie Central is owned by HBO. But yes, if you are on Shaw you will find it on Movie Central.

[Papi34]

Originally Posted by VANFLAMESFAN

With all due respect, Andy was great as Spartacus because he looked the part, but I'm not calling him a hell of an actor. The acting in this show is generally pretty awful, but that's got a lot to do with the ridiculous dialogue. It's hard to take any of this show seriously, and that's the same with the acting.

Andy looked the part better than this new guy and yeah, he'll be missed, but I wouldn't describe him as a hell of an actor.

just my opinion though.

Very good point. I still think he was a better actor than Liam thus far and filled the role much better.

I really like Manu Bennett and probably will be the guy who carries the show until Liam makes his transition.

Plus Bennett looks like Rob Gronkowski haha

[3 Justin 3]

Wow, episode 5 was just complete win. One of the best episodes of the series.

Can't believe they're only at episode 5, still got 8 to go. This season is really moving along.

[Cheese]

I agree...Episode 5 was pretty good.
I didnt think they could up the blood content in this program, but holy cow they must have a helluva budget for fake blood.

[Papi34]

Pretty great episode tonight, counting down the days till next sunday! This has essentially replaced football as my thing to look forward to on sundays.

[trackercowe]

Originally Posted by 3 Justin 3

Wow, episode 5 was just complete win. One of the best episodes of the series.

Can't believe they're only at episode 5, still got 8 to go. This season is really moving along.

I read there is only 10 episodes this season, so actually they are already half way through the season.

I am just happy Gannicus is back, as they really needed a lead to replace Whitfield's brotastic, scenery chewing traits. McIntyre has done a decent job replacing Whitfield, but he does not have near the same screen presence or persona to match the original Spartacus.

The special effects of the coliseum collapsing were a tad weak to say the least, but it was a great episode otherwise.

[Mike F]

Originally Posted by trackercowe

I read there is only 10 episodes this season, so actually they are already half way through the season.

Confirmed by the Episode Guide on the official website

[Aegypticus]

Best death scene I've ever seen this week. It shocked both my brother and me, and that's not easy to do.

[3 Justin 3]

I saw your post and was like "no way the top the death from Gods of the Arena, the one where the guy's skull splits into 4 pieces", then they go ahead and cut someones face clean off.

Insanely awesome!!

[Komskies]

Originally Posted by 3 Justin 3

I saw your post and was like "no way the top the death from Gods of the Arena, the one where the guy's skull splits into 4 pieces", then they go ahead and cut someones face clean off.

Insanely awesome!!

The brain sliding out afterwards was the icing on the cake.

[Canada 02]

NSFW!

NSFW!

[Canada 02]

Spoiler!

was really liking Ashur as the villain, and was disappointed to see the direction they took his character. He went from devious, power hungry murderer to rapist. For some reason, I can appreciate the former, but not the latter. also, it seems obvious that Lucretia will get revenge and kill Ashur by seasons end. Don't want to see another interesting character killed off - Batiatus, Tullius, Vettius

[To Be Quite Honest]

They sure are bouncy aren't they!

[3 Justin 3]

Plenty of gore this past episode, bones from arms, guys head got twisted backwards, plenty of slit necks and blood.

Also, I'm really enjoying Liam as Spartacus.

[To Be Quite Honest]

The budget was certainly there for the violence, gore, and skin. They are not relying solely on CGI alone which is nice to see. Usually when you are this far into the season the "loving" dies down in these types of shows but not in this season!

May the fantasy show continue!

Actually, I am amazed nobody has tried to emulate Spartacus. Starz tried with that King Arthur debacle but that was such a poor show all around and after the third or fourth episode I dropped it off the watch list.

[Boblobla]

Just watched the latest 2 episodes last night and MAN was it awesome. I am not a huge fan of Spartacus' chicky with all the pouting, if she gets offed soon I won't be too concerned.