I've asked before about shows with good or obvious story arcs, now I'm wondering about shows that have hidden or subtle story arcs.
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posted by Deathalicious
on May 23, 2013 -
19 answers
I'm trying to find TV shows (or films) that contain a particular trope that I noticed while watching some old 1980's shows lately. Namely shows where the main character provides a sort of running narration throughout.
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posted by katyggls
on May 6, 2013 -
25 answers
My boyfriend and I are having a hard time coming up with movies to watch. Brainstorming based off of movies, directors, and genres we tend to like has gotten us nowhere, so I'd like to see what the hivemind can come up with based off a list of our recent favourite tv shows.
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posted by to recite so charmingly
on Apr 13, 2013 -
33 answers
I use an app on my iPhone and iPad called AppShopper to keep a list of iOS apps I'd like to buy. It tracks them and sends a push notification when their price changes (or when there's an update to the app). Is there another app like that out there that tracks movies, music and TV shows (and maybe apps) on the iTunes Store? If there's no app, is there a website that does this?
posted by jroybal
on Mar 30, 2013 -
2 answers
Please recommend some movies and TV shows I would enjoy watching that are available for free streaming with an amazon prime membership.
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posted by medusa
on Jul 25, 2012 -
9 answers
Can anybody help me find TV shows/documentaries/podcasts/literature on doctors and hospitals in Brazilian Portuguese?
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posted by tvdveer
on May 16, 2012 -
3 answers
What educational children's shows have an episode about the internet and or computers in general? Episode name or number a bonus!
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posted by chocolatemilkshakes
on Apr 10, 2012 -
13 answers
I fell in love with
Vincent. Alas, I have now watched all of "Beauty & the Beast." Who can I fall in love with now?
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posted by zizzle
on Aug 16, 2011 -
28 answers
As a mid-20s female, I find USA's "Covert Affairs" to be an empowering, fun show to watch. Please recommend me more movies/TV shows/media with fun, feminine-but-not-overly-sexualized women who are accomplished and achieving their goals.
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posted by Dukat
on Jul 16, 2011 -
24 answers
I need some recommendations for TV shows set in small towns with quirky inhabitants. The more eccentric and lovable they are the better.
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posted by jihaan
on Jun 27, 2011 -
51 answers
Help me identify a movie or tv show based on a half-remembered scene involving a bar patron ordering whiskey and water.
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posted by 1f2frfbf
on Oct 26, 2010 -
21 answers
TV Show Filter: Last nights (July 27) episode of Memphis Beat on TNT, right at the start Jason Lee (Dwight), DJ Qualls (Davey) and the rest of their drinking buddies were in a bar. Davey starting singing to a blues number on the juke box and the rest of them joined in - what was that song that was playing?
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posted by 543DoublePlay
on Jul 28, 2010 -
2 answers
In my youth, I remember occasionally reading about contests where you'd win a cameo on a TV show. Were these real and did people get to do that? Did anyone famous come out of it? Is there an online archive of the contest winners somewhere where you can watch their acting?
posted by history is a weapon
on Jan 23, 2010 -
14 answers
Premature Demise Filter: What TV shows, similar to
Arrested Development, are excellent -- brilliant, even -- but were terminated seasons short of fruition? And, more importantly, why should I watch them?
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posted by the NATURAL
on Dec 28, 2009 -
62 answers
Northern Exposure and Star Trek DS9 fan, any good, smart, thoughtful TV shows out there?
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posted by Dukat
on Jun 10, 2009 -
32 answers
How can I remove unwanted downloads from my iTunes queue so they won't get in the way of the stuff I do want?
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posted by chinese_fashion
on Apr 24, 2009 -
2 answers
Are there any childfree-positive movies or TV shows, i.e., where the protagonists 1) do
not have children, 2) explicitly do not
want children, 3) are reasonably happy with their choice, and 4) do
not change their minds by the end of the story? (Spoilers herein for
Four Christmases and
Sex and the City.)
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posted by korpios
on Feb 7, 2009 -
26 answers
I am looking for recommendations for TV series, movies and books of
picaresque tales. Y'know... cheeky underdog rogue sticking it to The Man.
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posted by gonzo_ID
on Feb 7, 2009 -
14 answers
I love me some
arcs. Please share your favorite TV shows that offer really good story arcs. Leaning towards mystery and sci-fi. I'd prefer shows that feature "factual accuracy" within the context of the show.
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posted by Deathalicious
on Dec 28, 2008 -
75 answers
In-medium tributes: Can you think of instances where fans/players have died and been memorialized in some way in a show or game (if you can think of other forms where this has happened go right ahead)? Examples would be
Leyla Harrison (X-Files) or
Dak "Caylee" Krause (World of Warcraft).
posted by calistasm
on Jul 26, 2008 -
10 answers
Can anyone prove that Blockbuster edits out content they deem obscene or immoral?
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posted by tzikeh
on Nov 28, 2007 -
32 answers
In the BBC show
Hustle, series 2, the gang stays at a hotel in London decorated with huge dog portraits. They're straight on, un-ironic portraits of dog faces. They're fabulous. Does anyone know who painted them?
posted by OmieWise
on Apr 26, 2007 -
10 answers
CSI-filter. I'm considering buying a season of CSI (the original, Las Vegas show) as a birthday present for a fan. Is there any consensus out there on which is the best season?
It looks like seasons 1 through 4 are available, but I can't afford more than one.
posted by jasper411
on May 27, 2005 -
10 answers
Do any of you remember a PBS show, late 60's early 70's called The Great American Dream Machine? The last show had a segment about FBI involvement in bombings and fires on university campuses,presumably to justify on campus investigations by the FBI. By the next week this show was canceled. A very early leak of what later became COINTELPRO.
It was a favorite of mine,any one here remember it?
posted by hortense
on Dec 6, 2004 -
9 answers
I just got a Neilsen ratings box two weeks ago. Just how much power am I weilding here? Can i prevent the cancellation of shows?
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posted by joelf
on Nov 19, 2004 -
8 answers
How many words are in a 30 minute teevee show? I am writing the text to a half hour "How to use our library's historical database" show. I am doing it for public access with the local historical society. I have about 24-26 minutes to work with and I'm wondering what word length I should aim for? It will be a pretty low tech affair -- screen shots and pointers -- but if anyone can give me some advice as far as length [or anything else honestly] I'd sure appreciate it.
posted by jessamyn
on Aug 4, 2004 -
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