Netflix

A series of unfortunate events.

I've read the books, seen the film and wept over this production. Truly wonderful stuff.

WHY WHY WHY is the Netflix CH content so limited compared to the UK and US? Same with Amazon video, I thought streaming services were meant to do away with license restrictions!

Are you serious?
It's the opposite. They were invented to maximize revenue for the license-holders.

Previously, physical media could at least be transported out of country (e.g. vacation). With streaming, you can't do that anymore.

Actually for netflix created content (think House of Cards) there should not be any copyright restriction (if Netflix so desires) and it ties directly into their business model. The more subscribers the better

For "studio" owned content copyright is enforced

But again, this could depend on whether or not they've sold the programme to other countries for either terrestrial or digital broadcast. Don't know exactly how they work it, but for example was "Ripper Street" series 4 available on Amazon Prime at the same time the series was being shown on BBC1? Same for "Black Sails", season 4 is about to start on Amazon Prime, but is season 3 available as that's soon to be shown on the History Channel? I know both premier on Amazon, but I'm thinking more of the box sets for download or generally - are they available when the other channels are showing those seasons?

the question was about Netflix.

To clarify for Netflix created content which is proprietary to them they can make it available or not - it is completely up to them. As long as you can subscribe to Netflix in a specific country Netflix created content is available (if you have an example of a Netflix production that is not available in Switzerland please share it)

For content that Netflix licenses it will obviously depend on the license agreement per country ex: Game of Thrones is not available worldwide via Netflix because it is an HBO production.

I agree copyright laws are probably a thing of the past but such is life

A little snotty, Naza.

Not sure what point you are arguing here. Yes Netflix made stuff is generally always available just as a lot of Amazon Originals were made available for "viewing abroad" without the need of a VPN.

AFAIK however, the latest season of Netflix's flagship series House of Cards took its sweet time coming to CH.

Copyright laws are massively important. Create something that could generate a lot of income, then see that income slide right out of view... no thank you. Online streaming is still relatively new and niche but times they are a-changing. The other week Christina Ricci was on a national talkshow promoting her new... Prime series Z. I've not seen that since Spacey put his money where his Netflix mouth is. And lots of people thought he was daft then I'm sure. But it paid off.

wasn't my intention to be snotty, only to add clarification that there is a distinction in how content is delivered/available depending on who owns the content - that was my point

Regarding your point about copyright laws being important.... frankly I believe they are a thing of the past and given the way business models and delivery channels have changed in the last 20 years they should be revised. Its absolutely ridiculous I can't buy some movies on iTunes because I registered my account with a Swiss credit card. It's not Apple's fault, it's the fact we enforce laws that have not adapted to today's day and age...

Obviously there is no data to back me up but if you get rid of copyright laws I would expect much less piracy that what currently exists. Just look here in EF and search how many people ask how to d/l and use torrents... you'll also find quite a few people stating they'd be willing to pay for content but they are unable to so they resort to piracy

Anyway this if completely off topic and I don't want to derail this any further

I think you're confusing a license to broadcast with copyright. But anyhew...

No Offence is back on Channel 4 and it's fantastic . Episode 4 is on tonight and Series one is available as a box set on 4OD. Genius stuff.

Homeland got off to a good start. Rupert Friend is simply marvelous.. could watch him all day

Dennis Quaid is in the second series of Fortitude, which begins tonight.

New MacGuyver series about to start (22nd Feb Sky 1). Sounds like it's not worth it.

"MacGyver has received generally negative reviews from television critics, with many comparing it poorly to the original and some praising and criticizing CBS for making it an updated show. Variety wrote: "Lucas Till’s performance as the title character misses the mark completely; even when MacGyver explains the contraptions he builds on the fly via voiceovers, Till’s delivery is wooden and clunky. The writing doesn’t help — the pilot script is full of silly plot short-cuts and painfully cheesy lines — but there’s no getting around the fact that the new version of the character has very little appeal.... George Eads does what he can to bring a bit of energy to the MacGyver spy crew, but it’s a futile effort. MacGyver may know a lot about chemistry, but this unmemorable team has none."[34]

USA Today wrote: "If... you’re looking for something approaching the original’s simple DIY charms — or, for that matter, something even marginally original — look elsewhere. What you're getting here is a factory-made retread that is less MacGyver than MacGyver: Impossible, with the title character now just one member of an impossible mission team.... MacGyver may not fully engage you, but at least it won't actively annoy you."[35]

IGN's verdict was: "CBS' MacGyver is an unnecessary, middling reboot that has little to offer - its biggest sin being a bland hero and eye-rolling stakes. Lifting more than a few swerves from the Mission Impossible franchise, this new MacGyver somehow even manages to make the science gimmick dull."[36]

Rotten Tomatoes shows a 25% "rotten" rating with the sites critical consensus reading, "Despite using spare parts from countless successful TV procedurals, the new MacGyver fails to cobble together a compelling show."[37] Similarly, Metacritic shows a score of 38 out of 100, indicating "generally unfavorable reviews".[38]

Movie Pilot was more positive, commending Till's performance while noting that the show does a good job of "maintaining the essence of the original while appealing to a modern generation".[39]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MacGyver_(2016_TV_series)

They remade Macguyver? Why oh why? I used to love Richard Dean Anderson in all his mulleted pseudo--pacifist, alfalfa-eating glory...

*goes off to have little weep*




The new series of SHIELD is rather violent I must say... that's another one I can't watch until our resident Small Person goes to bed. And why is Johnny Blaze now Robbie? Or did I miss something obvious? And I suspect Ada is going to be trouble.

Gee, kept that quiet. New detective coming in for "Death in Paradise" tonight.

http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-38839073

Has anybody watched It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 12 yet? I was a huge fan, but then they disappointed me a bit in Season 11. Is it worth the time?

With Netflix, even with their own content, they are still tied into deals with other broadcasters. I know House of Cards is one big frustration for people, OITNB is another.

I believe Netflix plan to show everything, everywhere so as to minimise piracy but so far it hasn't transpired.

I forgot my recommendation, I have been addicted to Rectify recently. Wonderful show and definitely worth checking out.

Did anyone catch Emerald City. Not sure about it based upon the pilot. It looks amazing, as all of Tarsem Singh's stuff does but... from a plot point of view it was a bit of a car crash.

The OA, as good as Stranger things. Both Netflix.

Great news: The OA series 2 was confirmed by Netflix today. Can't wait!

I need to give it another go, clearly. I found the main character disconnected... but perhaps that's the point? I can't wait to binge watch Stranger Things. There. Is. No. Time...

I binge watched the OA.. couldn't stop. She is quite something, very engaging.. mesmerizing character. Great actress. Yes, give it another go. Super story.

Stranger things is just magic.

I watched travelers based on your recommendation and yes, it's very good, really liked it. My fav character was Grace