Black Mirror is that original British anthology television series with most episodes set in near-future dystopias containing sci-fi technology—a type of speculative fiction. I was originally a big fan.

“Metalhead” is the 5th episode of the 4th series. The one I still have nightmares about. Bella (Maxine Peake) trying to flee from robotic “dogs” after the unexplained collapse of human society. 

I’d pretty much quit on Black Mirror after season four.

BUT I’d heard season 7 was a return to greatness. So decided to watch.

“Eulogy” is the 5th episode. Excellent.

… a lonely man (Paul Giamatti) revisits his memories and photographs of an old girlfriend who has recently died, in order to send his memories of her to her family. Through the experience, he learns more about her and the relationship. The episode has received critical acclaim, with many reviewers calling it the best episode of series 7, and one of the best episodes of Black Mirror of all time …

Episode 1 “Common People” is good, as well.

Teacher Amanda (Rashida Jones) and welder Mike are a happy couple who want a child.

Amanda falls ill with a brain tumor and Mike accepts an offer from the start-up Rivermind: Amanda’s brain will be restored and operated for a monthly fee. The lost brain function is transferred wirelessly to Amanda from the company’s servers.

It goes badly wrong from there.

I ended up fast forwarding through the final episodes.

Funny. Original. Interesting.

A unique twist on the Agatha Christie murder mystery genre.

Film students will study this.

The Residence is an American mystery comedy drama …

the series revolves around a fictional murder scandal involving the staff of the White House. Produced by Shondaland …

Cordelia Cupp, an eccentric detective, arrives on the premises in order to solve a murder that occurred during a state dinner. During the investigation, interpersonal conflicts between 157 personnel of the residence start to unfold.

For me — the most amazing part of the series is the set. They literally rebuilt the White House as a set.

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The cast is excellent, especially Uzo Aduba as Cordelia Cupp. The other actors are somewhat in awe at how she handled the central role.

It took someone of her gravitas to pull off the absurdity.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr. as Larry Dokes, the Chief of Police is great.

Al Franken as Aaron Filkins, Senator from Washington, is perfect.

Kylie Minogue as herself.

I enjoyed the romance between Julieth Restrepo as Elsyie Chayle and Mel Rodriguez as Bruce Geller. A great touch.

Hugh Jackman might be there, as well. 😀

This series would seem to be perfect for me — but somehow it doesn’t quite work.

Inside No. 9 is a British black comedy anthology television programme written and created by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith.

It aired on BBC Two from 5 February 2014 to 12 June 2024, running for 9 series and 55 episodes.

Each 30-minute episode is a self-contained story with new characters and a new setting, almost all starring Pemberton or Shearsmith (usually both).

Aside from the writers, each episode has a new cast, allowing Inside No. 9 to attract a number of well-known actors.

The stories are linked only by a setting related to the number 9 in some way, and a brass hare statue that is hidden in all episodes.

Themes and tone vary from episode to episode, but all have elements of comedy and horror or perverse humour, in addition to a plot twist.

I heard season 4 was best — and there are some good bits of some of the episodes.

I also watched season 1 — not nearly as strong.

That’s it for me. I won’t continue with the series.

After years of hearing good things about this Canadian TV comedy set in Newfoundland, I finally began watching it FREE on CBC Gem online.

It’s hilarious.

Republic of Doyle stars Allan Hawco as private investigator and former police officer Jake Doyle and Seán McGinley as his father, retired police officer Malachy Doyle. …

The debut show also reveals relationship complications with Jake and his ex-wife Nikki and his new infatuation: Leslie, a constable in the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary. …

In fact, Jake is a hopeless womanizer and street brawler. He gets punched out in every episode. And kicked out by some woman twice in every episode. 😀

Laugh out loud.

The Son of a Critch 4th season is just as good as the first three. Entertaining Newfoundland comedy.

In season 4, Mark and his friends are the newbies in High School.

I recommend you start on season 1, however. FREE online, with a registration on CBC’s streaming platform, CBC Gem.

This show is based on comedian Mark Critch’s memoir, Son of a Critch.

Mark Critch plays Mike Critch, Mark’s father and reporter for radio station VOCM.

Malcolm McDowell plays Patrick “Pop” Critch, Mark’s grandfather.

He’s growing up. Finding joy in theatre while navigating old friendships and new love.

I really enjoyed the season finale. The actors playing Mark and Fox have really matured into fine young people over the 4 seasons.

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