Come on Moonie, be a little positive (even if secretly I share the same concern).
Television Hannibal - The "how much milage can we get out of this character" TV Series
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Oh don't mind my negativity.
I'm not very fond of TV shows in general. I think there are inherent flaws in the format itself, that make it nigh on impossible to do right by even great source material like this.
Not for a sustained period of time, unless it's comedy.
I'm not very fond of TV shows in general. I think there are inherent flaws in the format itself, that make it nigh on impossible to do right by even great source material like this.
Not for a sustained period of time, unless it's comedy.
That I definitely agree with, but for the TV channels it's how they milk their product sadly.The more episodes often leads to decrease in quality of the story telling.
Yes, you get different writers affecting to please everybody, change of tone, change of genre sometimes even, actors rescheduling because of other work etc.
The longer it goes on, the harder it gets to maintain integrity.
Comedy can get away with that, whereas anything with a modicum of seriousness will suffer.
I have a feeling you already know this, but for any other interested posters: the only reason Hannibal Rising exists is that De Laurentis, after years of cajoling and coaxing to no avail, flat out told Harris that he would make the movie without him or not.
SteveJ, I have some info regarding Hannibal that I'll PM you if you're interested.
Sure, mate, that'd be great. 
Watched the pilot, quite enjoyed it though it seemed a bit disjointed at times. The guy playing Will is actually very good, and as I said in the other thread, I feel Mads Mikkelsen is a superb choice for Hannibal. No one's gonna forget Hopkins, but he feels right for the part.
However, my first thought at the end of the episode was 'what a shame this isn't produced by HBO', I feel that on that channel or AMC, they probably would have done, in the long run, something superb with the material. Though this is judging NBC before I've seen at least a whole season, so I should at least wait a few more weeks.
Anyway, it's gripped me enough that I'll be watching the next ones.
However, my first thought at the end of the episode was 'what a shame this isn't produced by HBO', I feel that on that channel or AMC, they probably would have done, in the long run, something superb with the material. Though this is judging NBC before I've seen at least a whole season, so I should at least wait a few more weeks.
Anyway, it's gripped me enough that I'll be watching the next ones.
I'm finding it difficult to get over the books, in regard to this new series; the trailer alone has so much 'wrong' with it when you've read the novels. However, most people assure me that the series is good. Am I being unreasonable in expecting the tv show to keep faith with all the various elements (and relationships) of the books? I think so...
I can't say it's bad but I honestly don't know how to rate the two episodes so far.It's a weird but very interesting show
Yes. The most you should expect is for it to 'capture the spirit of the books'.
The favorite euphemism of a screenwriter.
True.
We can look forward to brand new relationships though. Will is single, and Alan Bloom morphed into Juliana Cox. I can't wait for her to 'analyse' him.
The
was definitely one of the weirdest/coolest things I've seen on the telly of late. Ugggh.
farmer's mushroomed bodies
I have decided that it's great
Loved the first episode
I think that could be the episode that 'jumped the shark'...as the kids say now.
Still enjoying it though. The two leads are driving it along.
Still enjoying it though. The two leads are driving it along.
Well this is proving to be a great TV show. Apparently episode 4 has been pulled in the US because its got an extremely sinister plot to it. Will still air overseas though
Yeah the previews at the end of episode 3 for next week's episodes looked pretty brutal, I'm (pleasantly) surprised so far, I was afraid that with it being on NBC it would be really shy with the gore. So far no complaints on that front!
I'm really enjoying the fact Hannibal is, for the time being, a supporting character but you can really sense his presence even when he's not really doing or saying anything in a scene. The way he observes everyone, and especially Will, is pretty frightening, Mikkelsen is really a great choice. And I must say I'm impressed with Hugh Dancy's performance so far, he's very good.
Episode 4 looks to be extreme stuff.Cannot wait
I wonder what they'll do for the American audience, surely they can't just skip an episode and go to the 5th one next week?
been holding off watching this, to see what other have though, but it looks to be getting good reviews and sounds like my sort of thing.
I tried to watch it online but got this message:
'This program is not available in your smelly country of Europe. So piss off.'
'This program is not available in your smelly country of Europe. So piss off.'
Steve, There is a browser add on called Hola unblocker which will help, although make sure you have antivirus/spyware detection etc as I cant vouch for it that much. I use it for Netflix USA and it works a treat.
Cheers, Sparkz mate.
From a visual aspect, this show is one of the best I've ever watched.Really liking how the relationship between the characters is developing.Hannibal is played brilliantly by Mads
It's a very good show, the three main leads are excellent. It's at its weakest with the procedural stuff and strongest when it's just two of the characters in a room.
The scene between Fishburne and his wife in Lecter's office is superbly done.
The scene between Fishburne and his wife in Lecter's office is superbly done.
Great episode the last one.The story doesn't copy the novel's and movie's to the last detail but it's still done in a great way.I have completely changed my opinion regarding Fishburn as Crawford, he's perfect for that role
I can't believe the level of violence, the eye gouging in that ep was 
It's great though, the show wouldn't be the same without it.
It's great though, the show wouldn't be the same without it.
Same thing for me too Archie.I cringed a little but in a terrified way.I'll keep saying it again, the way this show is filmed, the visual aspect is stunning.
Agreed. I really enjoyed the last episode, best one for me so far.
This is becoming a must watch for me now. Not up there with great ones but that's because we know where it's leading before it even started and everything is foreplay til then. Taking it further than 2 seasons would be a mistake. It does have a bit of the baddy of the week vibe at times but I'm finding all the characters so convincing and interesting it's brilliant.
Is this the same series that's just starting (started?) on Living?
So nobody else thought the whole Izzard/Lector, Jodie Foster/Jacks trainee parallel was a little ludicrous?
Only two episodes in but I this show has a lot of potential. I think the choice for Lector is excellent.
Also, as previously mentioned the mushroom people were disgusting!
Also, as previously mentioned the mushroom people were disgusting!
That Hannibal fecker makes me hungry with all of his cooking but then again it probably is human meat
A bit of a filler episode this last one but still I enjoyed watching it
A bit of a filler episode this last one but still I enjoyed watching it
I enjoyed that one actually, apart from the odd way it sometimes cuts into another scene leaving you wondering what time has elapsed in between. It's a bit disjointed in that respect and I'm not entirely sure it's deliberate.
But you're right. The reason I probably got off on that one is because I do love a good cookery show.
I thought Izzard was ridiculous in the episode before and was basically just doing a camp Anthony Hopkins impersonation.
But you're right. The reason I probably got off on that one is because I do love a good cookery show.
I thought Izzard was ridiculous in the episode before and was basically just doing a camp Anthony Hopkins impersonation.
Can someone please kill Hugh Dancy soon?
I guess so. Just saw the first ep on catch-up earlier. Kind of like the fecked up juxtaposition of having Hannibal helping the police. Plenty of quirky characters and held my interest. Would be curious to know how many eps and series have been made or planned already.
Bet you didn't know that Hannibal was a martial experts too did ya?
Gillian Anderson has aged incredibly well.
Gillian Anderson has aged incredibly well.
Yeah the fight was silly. I would've preferred some sort of sinister battle of wits.