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Old 01-18-2016, 08:54 AM   #1
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Anyone watching this show, it debuted last night.

It has an outstanding cast, a really good premise in terms of white collar crime, and a villain with a ton of arrogance.

I thought it was a strong debut.
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Old 01-18-2016, 09:01 AM   #2
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Never heard of it, but the premise has me intrigued. And Malin Akerman is always a bonus.
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Old 01-18-2016, 09:28 AM   #3
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She has a very memorable scene in the debut.

At first I didn't recognize her, she looks completely different then she has in the past, its almost like her face has become really puffy.

She's still cute though.

the exchange between the Villain, Bobby Axelrod and the US attorney was awesome.

Basically a swinging d%%ks battle with tons of money in the balance.
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Old 01-18-2016, 01:07 PM   #4
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Paul Giamatti is the king.
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Old 01-18-2016, 09:53 PM   #5
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I liked the first episode. Full disclosure, Im a sucker for anything on white collar crime so its not a surprise I liked it.

I really like the casting of Damian Lewis. Despite being white, anglo, etc, which would be your typical white collar villian I dont really believe that he is a bad guy. Yet he clearly his. I dont know, I like the contrast of my own perception.

Plus for Giamatti and Akerman. Good cast all around.
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Old 01-19-2016, 08:29 AM   #6
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That first scene made quite the........splash.
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Old 01-20-2016, 12:55 AM   #8
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2 episodes inn and I'm a big fan already. 2 great actors.
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2nd ep is already out?
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I'm a big fan of Pig Vomit but haven't had a chance to see this yet.
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oh crap theres a whole thread for this already

great 1st ep. watching ep 2 tonight with the wife
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Is it on Netflix or?

I want to watch this.
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Is it on Netflix or?

I want to watch this.
Crave TV/Showtime.
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I'm a big fan of Pig Vomit but haven't had a chance to see this yet.
Very fine reference.
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I just feel like its "OK". The first episode just seemed a little weird and like it was trying too hard. I know how they set it up, but its bizarre that the guys wife works for another guy (and has for like 15 years) and they hate each other so vehemently. That seems like a scenario that would break down faster than 15 years.

I don't know. I will give it a shot and see how the next couple episodes are I suppose.
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Crave TV/Showtime.

Which really sucks if you are a Shaw customer.
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Which really sucks if you are a Shaw customer.
Unless you have Movie Central.
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I thought there would be a little more chatter on this one. I have really enjoyed the first couple episodes. I feel like both men have been great along with the wives. Even though Malin Akerman doesn't fit into the main plot she has shown how important she is to the success of Damian Lewis.
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I think that Malin has been pretty outstanding, she plays evil and vindictiveness really well. the whole show is exceptionally well done.

i loved the taking over of the candy company.
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I'm a big Giamatti fan, and was looking forward to this based on the previews/commercials, but I'm disappointed after the second episode. Can't quite put my finger on it. I think some of the dialogue is a little rough, or trying to be TOO clever. I dunno.

As well, for dramas like this there is a lot out there that's really solid. Kinda feels like a cheaper/worse version of House of Cards or something. I know it's slightly different topic matter, but it's basically the same type of show.

I'll keep it in the rotation for now.
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