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Title: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Patty_M on March 26, 2017, 07:31:09 PM
Post by: Patty_M on March 26, 2017, 07:31:09 PM
There hasn't been a mention of this over the past couple of months. Not being a regular here, it may have already been discussed at length. If so, sorry about that.
Netflix has a show called Sense8 which has a very diverse cast of characters who are spread all over the globe. One of the primary characters is a trans woman named Nomi Marks who is played by trans actress Jamie Clayton.
The story is that of eight people from all over the world who are psychically connected. Each can lend their particular skills to the others when needed. Sun Bak, in Korea, has martial arts skills she uses to help others in the "cluster". Diverse: one MTF transsexual in a lesbian relationship, another a gay Mexican movie action hero, an upper-class woman in Mumbai, and so on.
To me, Nomi is the best portrayal of a trans woman in the history of TV. Honestly, I don't think that statement is too far over the top. But then there have been so few 3D trans characters...
Sense8 was directed by Lana and Lily Wachowski and written (in part) by J. Michael Straczynsky. Talented people all.
Nomi's transition is a plot point but only because her mother hates her transition so much she would rather have her brain dead than alive as Nomi. It's not mentioned outside of that subplot context. The writing does stretch credibility a bit. Don't most TV dramas have that fault?
There are two seasons on Netflix with the third starting early May. I enjoy it and hope that you do too.
Netflix has a show called Sense8 which has a very diverse cast of characters who are spread all over the globe. One of the primary characters is a trans woman named Nomi Marks who is played by trans actress Jamie Clayton.
The story is that of eight people from all over the world who are psychically connected. Each can lend their particular skills to the others when needed. Sun Bak, in Korea, has martial arts skills she uses to help others in the "cluster". Diverse: one MTF transsexual in a lesbian relationship, another a gay Mexican movie action hero, an upper-class woman in Mumbai, and so on.
To me, Nomi is the best portrayal of a trans woman in the history of TV. Honestly, I don't think that statement is too far over the top. But then there have been so few 3D trans characters...
Sense8 was directed by Lana and Lily Wachowski and written (in part) by J. Michael Straczynsky. Talented people all.
Nomi's transition is a plot point but only because her mother hates her transition so much she would rather have her brain dead than alive as Nomi. It's not mentioned outside of that subplot context. The writing does stretch credibility a bit. Don't most TV dramas have that fault?
There are two seasons on Netflix with the third starting early May. I enjoy it and hope that you do too.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: MistressStevie on March 27, 2017, 10:28:33 PM
Post by: MistressStevie on March 27, 2017, 10:28:33 PM
I am ALSO anxiously awaiting the next season on Sense8 on Netflix.
I love the presentation of a wide variety of points of view.
Nomi is a great character and her trek to self is inspiring.
I am internally conflicted weather to Binge Watch the full season
nearly straight through when it opens up or try to savor is slowly
over a couple week period.
I love the presentation of a wide variety of points of view.
Nomi is a great character and her trek to self is inspiring.
I am internally conflicted weather to Binge Watch the full season
nearly straight through when it opens up or try to savor is slowly
over a couple week period.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: RobynD on May 08, 2017, 12:03:45 AM
Post by: RobynD on May 08, 2017, 12:03:45 AM
It's out and it's awesome!
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: SophieD on May 08, 2017, 12:40:44 AM
Post by: SophieD on May 08, 2017, 12:40:44 AM
Quote from: RobynD on May 08, 2017, 12:03:45 AM
It's out and it's awesome!
It is! It's self-indulgent, and I love it for that!
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: brandyvgs on May 08, 2017, 08:01:54 AM
Post by: brandyvgs on May 08, 2017, 08:01:54 AM
I just finished watching season 2, I thought it was good. Nomi is one of my favorites and that cliff hanger tho. Good Going for the Good guys!
Been a big fan of their work since the Matrix.
Been a big fan of their work since the Matrix.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Paige on May 08, 2017, 08:56:07 AM
Post by: Paige on May 08, 2017, 08:56:07 AM
Absolutely love this show. I've just started the 2nd season. Two episodes down. I'm just watching one a night but I could see a binge coming soon. :)
From a transgender perspective I couldn't agree more. Jamie Clayton is just great in her part. Lana and Lily Wachowski did an amazing job too but I thought Lily didn't work on this season. Wasn't she taking time off to deal with all the turmoil from being outed by the press?
Paige :)
From a transgender perspective I couldn't agree more. Jamie Clayton is just great in her part. Lana and Lily Wachowski did an amazing job too but I thought Lily didn't work on this season. Wasn't she taking time off to deal with all the turmoil from being outed by the press?
Paige :)
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Raell on May 10, 2017, 07:59:24 AM
Post by: Raell on May 10, 2017, 07:59:24 AM
Someone mentioned the show a couple of days ago, so I gave it another try, although the dark, melodramatic opening scene had put me off before.
I LOVE the characters, diversity, scenery, music, etc, and the few annoying shortcomings are nothing compared to the good parts. No wonder that show has won seven awards already.
Unfortunately, I showed lack of self of control. I started watching it yesterday and saw the entire first season. I tried not to, but saw most of the second season today. Those Iceland mountain scenes are amazing.
I loved The Matrix, and the Wachowskis (my heroes) have another hit..except this time it's an all out attack on trans/gay phobia and bigotry, something Lana and Lilly know about from personal experience.
I LOVE the characters, diversity, scenery, music, etc, and the few annoying shortcomings are nothing compared to the good parts. No wonder that show has won seven awards already.
Unfortunately, I showed lack of self of control. I started watching it yesterday and saw the entire first season. I tried not to, but saw most of the second season today. Those Iceland mountain scenes are amazing.
I loved The Matrix, and the Wachowskis (my heroes) have another hit..except this time it's an all out attack on trans/gay phobia and bigotry, something Lana and Lilly know about from personal experience.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: MistressStevie on May 10, 2017, 11:51:10 PM
Post by: MistressStevie on May 10, 2017, 11:51:10 PM
Season Two is moving along great with Episodes 2&3 consumed today. I will try to do a couple episodes a week to savor the season longer.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: jentay1367 on May 11, 2017, 12:00:51 AM
Post by: jentay1367 on May 11, 2017, 12:00:51 AM
Wow! Actual news I can use. Thank you for the heads up!
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: sarah1972 on June 02, 2017, 06:22:02 AM
Post by: sarah1972 on June 02, 2017, 06:22:02 AM
Unfortunately seems like Netflix decided to drop Sense8. :-(
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: ainsley on June 02, 2017, 08:11:03 AM
Post by: ainsley on June 02, 2017, 08:11:03 AM
Quote from: sarah1972 on June 02, 2017, 06:22:02 AM
Unfortunately seems like Netflix decided to drop Sense8. :-(
Yep, that news broke my heart yesterday. Absolutely loved that show.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Paige on June 02, 2017, 08:23:19 AM
Post by: Paige on June 02, 2017, 08:23:19 AM
Quote from: sarah1972 on June 02, 2017, 06:22:02 AM
Unfortunately seems like Netflix decided to drop Sense8. :-(
Crap, that was one of the best things on Netflix. You would think they would give them one more year to finish things off.
Paige :)
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Cimara on June 02, 2017, 09:13:41 AM
Post by: Cimara on June 02, 2017, 09:13:41 AM
We just started Hemlock Grove. It is really good. Stranger things was excellent also.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: brandyvgs on June 03, 2017, 12:30:43 PM
Post by: brandyvgs on June 03, 2017, 12:30:43 PM
Quote from: sarah1972 on June 02, 2017, 06:22:02 AM
Unfortunately seems like Netflix decided to drop Sense8. :-(
Well hopefully like firefly or something they can give the fans at least a finishing movie to close things up.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Paige on July 04, 2017, 11:01:25 PM
Post by: Paige on July 04, 2017, 11:01:25 PM
'Sense8' to Receive 2-Hour Finale Special on Netflix
http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/sense8-2-hour-finale-special-netflix-1202483044/
http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/sense8-2-hour-finale-special-netflix-1202483044/
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: Raell on July 04, 2017, 11:57:52 PM
Post by: Raell on July 04, 2017, 11:57:52 PM
Awesome! I just tweeted the link.
Title: Re: SENSE8 - Netflix
Post by: ainsley on July 05, 2017, 10:40:06 AM
Post by: ainsley on July 05, 2017, 10:40:06 AM
Quote from: Paige on July 04, 2017, 11:01:25 PM
'Sense8' to Receive 2-Hour Finale Special on Netflix
http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/sense8-2-hour-finale-special-netflix-1202483044/
It is the least they could do. I'll take it!