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Orphan Black - new Sci-Fi thriller - Saturdays on BBC America
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Battle Born
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I'm enjoying the show a lot. The plot keeps moving forward, things are resolved quickly, the clone scenes are fun, Sarah is hot and the twists are so far exciting. I hope that killer clone has a better motivation to do it all than religion. That seems lazy so I hope something else is going to be that motivation.
Don't confuse me lol...all those clones are starting to mess with my mind hehe...and again,that ending,man this is getting really creepy,ya...
Cornballer
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Cornballer
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KibblesBits
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I really really like this show.
I'm actually quite impressed.
I'm actually quite impressed.
Cornballer
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Tatiana Maslany is killing it so far. Her ability to switch between the clones is impressive. I like that they're not really holding back on the plot movement, too. Things are happening quickly. I would like to see a little more development from Felix and Art. I feel like they're a little one-dimensional so far. It's a small quibble in a show that's been a ton of fun so far. I wonder what percentage of the lines on this show are delivered by Maslany.
Also, any guesses if the evil clone is just crazy and trying to kill the others on her own or is someone pulling the strings?
Also, any guesses if the evil clone is just crazy and trying to kill the others on her own or is someone pulling the strings?
Battle Born
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What I think is more likely right now is that the clone went insane when someone told her that she's either a clone or the "original". This man behind the curtain later tells her that it's her responsibility to God to kill her "sisters" and sends her off in this mission. She hates herself because cloning is an abomination to God and stars mutilating herself.
Another thing that could happen is that the killer clone has been trained to kill her clones if they start meeting each other so that human cloning is still a secret.
But there's a defect in both theories because if they wanted to prevent this meeting from happening why were there like 3 clones so close to each other so I'm not that sure in either one.
I do hope that there is a better, more creative, and unexpected solution than what I wrote.
Another thing that could happen is that the killer clone has been trained to kill her clones if they start meeting each other so that human cloning is still a secret.
But there's a defect in both theories because if they wanted to prevent this meeting from happening why were there like 3 clones so close to each other so I'm not that sure in either one.
I do hope that there is a better, more creative, and unexpected solution than what I wrote.
That's a good theory..I was also thinking she is the original or close and she went crazy after a while and started trying to ''peel'' off her cloned skin or something like that or that this is what happens to a clone after a long period...she is probaly not the one pulling the strings.
KibblesBits
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Strange, I thought the lines on her back were done to look like angel wings, not simply self mutilation but more like artistic scarring.
Yes,that would make a lot of sense as well...didnt see it like that but now that you mention it...still a lot of things left in the air...
RatskyWatsky
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I agree with everyone praising Tatiana Maslany's performance. She's playing 5 or 6 different characters and yet she's somehow managed to make each one feel wholly distinct. Very impressive.
I totally saw the killer being another clone from a mile off, though for the first part of the episode I suspected the dreadlock girl. She seems sort of suspicious...
I really liked the scene where Felix cross dressed the kids up for fun. Haha
I totally saw the killer being another clone from a mile off, though for the first part of the episode I suspected the dreadlock girl. She seems sort of suspicious...
I really liked the scene where Felix cross dressed the kids up for fun. Haha
21st century cowboy
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I don't fancy ready through the thread because I like the premise of the show and I'm wary of spoilers, so does anyone know if this is going to be shown in the UK? Thanks
Tokubetsu
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Yea the scientist/dreadlocked clone seems way to calm considering whats going on. At least soccer mom is a bit gun crazy and tightly wound (plus hates the c word). Dreadlocks seems to be swimming in all of this instead of paddling like the rest of them.
What's more, when they talk to each other she has to pretend she's talking to herself off screen and make all those cuts to each other feel natural.
Cornballer
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I hope they put together some good behind-the-scenes stuff on how they shot some of the Tatiana playing herself multiple times scenes. Would be fun to see.
I haven't seen anything about UK broadcasts. I'm not sure how it works for North American productions on BBC America and when those will show up.
I'm almost certain there's a mix of those with their own twist on it, but yeah it looks pretty dead on that either the original or someone who thinks they are the original is killing their clones. I'm not sure if they'll touch on the "how" of the cloning as most of the tension comes from trying to keep the clone stuff on the downlow as we watch Sarah trying to figure most of this out.
Kinda odd they kinda go to avoiding dropping too obvious names that it's Toronto/GTA though. They seemed to slightly blur the license plates so you can barely see the "Ontario" bit though the actual letters are still visible. Don't think I've seen a CN Tower (or really any noticeably skyline) shot or anyone even dropping the word "Toronto".
RatskyWatsky
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Cornballer
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The premiere did well in both the US and Canada. I think BBCA is happy with how it's doing so far.
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krypt0nian
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This has progressively been getting better. Third episode ripped tits!
IISANDERII
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I fucken love the different accents. Not that I'm an expert, but her British seems absolutely flawless and I was shocked to discover she's Canadian. The German was well done too but I was worried about a Caribbean emphasis when I saw the braided hair chick. Glad we sidestepped that land mine [The braided chick was actually American and I like how she even does a slightly different accent for that too].
NotTheGuyYouKill
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Catching up with the last episode. Beth's partner has got 'Angry Black Man' down pat.
Well, I mean the German lasted literally maybe 2 minutes, so I'm not surprised if she didn't put too much effort into it.
NotTheGuyYouKill
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Great episode. Good to see Sarah actually start growing as a person. She felt a lot more likable in this one as she started to develop a conscience.
And man, the crazy clone is creepy. She really sells the crazy eyes and that creepy drone that played when she was in the scene.
And man, the crazy clone is creepy. She really sells the crazy eyes and that creepy drone that played when she was in the scene.
IISANDERII
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That's what I liked about it! The show doesn't take itself too seriously so it's willing to play around even with central themes. I like it when subtle humor is injected in drama.
Cornballer
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In the car or when she was pretending at the hotel?
This is the only show on TV right now that makes me continually say "oh shit!" whilst watching. It's amusing watching her fumble her way through being a cop. It's really awkward to watch, but in a really funny way.
That said, I wish our main characters weren't hipsters. I'd rather be following the adventures of the geeky clone, for example.
I'm going to be impressed if they manage to string together a good conclusion in the end. Or is this a LOST situation where they're making stuff up as they go?
That said, I wish our main characters weren't hipsters. I'd rather be following the adventures of the geeky clone, for example.
I'm going to be impressed if they manage to string together a good conclusion in the end. Or is this a LOST situation where they're making stuff up as they go?
Cornballer
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New episode tonight!
RatskyWatsky
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Maggie being related to the killer clone is something I didn't see coming. I laughed at the van turning its lights on and then moving like ten feet to pick up the killer clone at the end. Thought instantly the guy who picked her up may be Paul. Then I watched the preview and (preview spoilers)
It very well may be, no sense in not showing his face unless its someone we've met or about to meet. Plus the whole spying on Paul storyline.
ReturnOfTheRAT
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Scars like an angel, a fallen angel. That was pretty brazen of Helena to waltz into the police station like that. You're not John Dilinger. Wonder what additional role her history will play going forward. I really, really like that Kira knew Alison wasn't her real mother. Smart move by the writers to add another obstacle for our clones and also to show that a child can't be fooled just because of their age. Alison as Sarah was pretty damn funny too.
One thing I didn't get on my first viewing is the call Sarah as Elizabeth left for Art. If she completed the call, he would be able to listen to the message and the case is completely blown.
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Raj, come on son...
Wonder what additional role her history will play going forward. I really, really like that Kira knew Alison wasn't her real mother. Smart move by the writers to add another obstacle for our clones and also to show that a child can't be fooled just because of their age. Alison as Sarah was pretty damn funny too. One thing I didn't get on my first viewing is the call Sarah as Elizabeth left for Art. If she completed the call, he would be able to listen to the message and the case is completely blown.
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Raj, come on son...
The personalities of the clones have come thru in quick appearances, which is so impressive. I was just questioning if that was truly well done. I've traveled to places where when people have spoken to me in English, I had to ask myself if they were trolling with a deliberately exaggerated accent so I can't tell.
The car. The hotel part being silly would be good acting!
Battle Born
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Another great episode. The killer clone looked super creepy in the beginning of the episode. Allison pretending to be Sarah was quite funny. I love how Tatiana Maslany plays all the different clones even when they are impersonate each other.
And now I'm thinking of the possibility of Sarah being the original one. The killer clone kept talking about how she was different than the others, and how she could see the light in her. Also soccer mom was surprised that she had a biological daughter which could mean that clones are sterile.
And now I'm thinking of the possibility of Sarah being the original one. The killer clone kept talking about how she was different than the others, and how she could see the light in her. Also soccer mom was surprised that she had a biological daughter which could mean that clones are sterile.
I could be wrong but I took that as her leaving a message on her phone for Art and not actually calling him, so if she died he'd find her phone and listen to the message.
Cornballer
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RatskyWatsky
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That was a fantastic episode. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Seriously. Not only is Tatiana Maslany playing 6+ unique clone characters, but at times, some of the clones are actually impersonating some of the other clones: Sarah ---> Beth, Sarah ---> the German, Helena ---> Beth, Allison ---> Sarah. YO DAWG I HEARD YOU LIKE CLONES. And yet, she sells it every time. Tatiana Maslany is a revelation.
Seriously. Not only is Tatiana Maslany playing 6+ unique clone characters, but at times, some of the clones are actually impersonating some of the other clones: Sarah ---> Beth, Sarah ---> the German, Helena ---> Beth, Allison ---> Sarah. YO DAWG I HEARD YOU LIKE CLONES. And yet, she sells it every time. Tatiana Maslany is a revelation.
Helena's smile at the beginning when the kid turned the door was freaky as hell.
Anna Torv playing different versions of her character on Fringe suddenly feels so bleh in comparison.
This series is on a roll. They blasted through an entire season's worth of storyline in just 4 episodes. If they were less brave, they could've stretched out their plot material by making it more of a police procedural peppered by the occasional heavy plot development, but every week so far feels so significant.
Also I'm not sure if sarah or soccer mom clone is hotter.
And there's definetely up with this paul guy. he must be involved somehow
Also I'm not sure if sarah or soccer mom clone is hotter.
And there's definetely up with this paul guy. he must be involved somehow
Sousanator
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I haven't been blown away by someones acting like this since Enver Gjokaj in Dollhouse
A lot of times I get characters who look similar played by different actors mixed up, but that isn't happening at all with the clones. Great work from the directors, editors, and of course Tatiana Maslany.
Here are my predictions on what will happen:
- Alison suspects Sarah is the original (given that she has a biological daughter) and will give up that information to save her self/family.
- Art will find Sarahs 'final words' message left on her phone while snooping and will start questioning everything, but still help her out anyways
- Ms. S is a big part of developing all the clones (either one of the scientists, a donor, or she is the original)
IISANDERII
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All the accents have been awesome so far, except now i feel this Russian accent is unconvincing!
I didn't watch the preview for next week that plays along with the credits so I am not sure,I think it's been debunked because of what was shown but I thought the person with the hat at the end that puts Helena in the truck was
...probably wrong though hehe...
Oh and Kibblebits in a post above was right about Angel wings on her back...show is great.
Beths boyfriend that Helena called when she was in the police station...?
Oh and Kibblebits in a post above was right about Angel wings on her back...show is great.
Not that I'm up to date on how cloning actually works or even how it works in sci-fi but I'm almost certain that all the different clones have lived the same amount of time as Sarah, which would mean there is no original, or the original would be much older and maybe they are all the same batch of clones since they seem to all be of the same age. Unless they start to introduce accelerated aging into it but it doesn't seem like there's any indication it's going that way. Perhaps she is one of the few that aren't sterile is the case for why she is so special. I'm almost hoping they don't go the route of "she is the original".
Net_Wrecker
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This show is really entertaining. Laser focused plot progression. Tatiana Maslany deserves every bit of praise she's getting as well. Really impressive how she's juggling so many personalities and situations, and I'm buying every minute of it. Not once does it cross my mind as a negative that it's one actress playing all these roles.
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