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Title: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on January 04, 2011, 07:29:54 AM Decided to make a new thread, because of how awesome Spartacus is. This shit is starting up again on January 21st. Only a six part mini-series (a prequel!) to buy time while they prepare for the sequel. Obligatory link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spartacus:_Gods_of_the_Arena (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spartacus:_Gods_of_the_Arena) Anyway, this is going to be amazing. I have no doubt. Much of the original cast will still be there. I hope like hell that Netflix will be picking this up via Starz Play again. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Slayerik on January 04, 2011, 07:57:20 AM Nice.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on January 04, 2011, 08:21:21 AM \o/
Yay! Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: MuffinMan on January 04, 2011, 02:14:42 PM I'll still watch it for sure but it's making me sad to think that this is when the full 2nd season with Whitfield might have been airing. :heartbreak:
Thanks for the heads-up. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Paelos on January 04, 2011, 02:22:01 PM Squee! :awesome_for_real:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: tgr on January 04, 2011, 02:26:20 PM Squee! :awesome_for_real:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Oban on January 04, 2011, 02:40:19 PM No Viva Bianca though :-(
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Evildrider on January 04, 2011, 04:05:41 PM The real question is, will Lucy Lawless finally wear her merkin!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Velorath on January 17, 2011, 06:20:52 PM Starz has announced Andy Whitfield's replacment. (http://insidetv.ew.com/2011/01/17/liam-mcintyre-is-the-new-spartacus/)
Quote Australian actor Liam McIntyre will take over the role as the fierce Thracian warrior in Starz’ cult hit series. The decision comes after a lengthy and difficult process to find a new lead on the show after star Andy Whitfield had to depart the series to resume treatment for cancer. Earlier this month, Starz decided to move forward with a second season as the number of contenders for the role narrowed. “Since no one can really replace Andy, we realized that we should instead find an actor who can truly lead Spartacus forward,” said Starz president and CEO Chris Albrecht in a statement. “It was important to us to have Andy endorse the idea of recasting this part, which he did in the same heroic manner that he’s dealt with his whole ordeal. And that, coupled with our fortune in finding a young actor with the gladiator credentials and the acting ability of Liam, makes it easier for us to keep this hit franchise going.” The actor, who was recently seen in HBO’s The Pacific, beat out a field of contenders that included Stephen Amell and Aiden Turner. McIntyre also appeared in Aussie series Neighbors and Rush. The Spartacus saga returns on Jan. 21 with the premiere of prequel series Gods of the Arena (trailer here). Season two of Spartacus: Blood and Sand will debut next year. I still think that maybe the should have just come up with a new series instead of continuing on with Spartacus. I'm really hoping that they surprise me though. Can't say I really remember this actor from the Pacific, but that's probably more a failing of the show than it is the actor. He does seem to have a similar look to Whitfield though. I don't know, more than anything, anytime I hear news about Spartacus I always just end up thinking, "man, I hope Whitfield gets better". Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: HaemishM on January 17, 2011, 09:04:36 PM I had to look him up, but I remember the character he played on the Pacific - Lew. I liked that character. Quiet, leader type. He might be a good replacement. I do hate the recasting but I think the writing and production crew can pull it off.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: MuffinMan on January 22, 2011, 07:23:17 AM This premiered last night, I require discussion from people who watched it. I probably won't get a chance to catch it until after Monday.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: waffel on January 22, 2011, 11:17:55 AM Half way through... and wow. Same awesomeness as the 'first season'
Plenty of killing. Plenty of tits. Plenty of fucking. Many returning cast members. Oh and there is some hot: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on January 22, 2011, 11:21:12 AM Half way through... and wow. Same awesomeness as the 'first season' Plenty of killing. Plenty of tits. Plenty of fucking. Many returning cast members. This is welcome news. I've had this nagging fear that they would have somehow lost the magic. I'm going to save this until we've finished [re]watching the first season, I think. :drill: :drillf: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: waffel on January 22, 2011, 11:52:49 AM My review of the first episode:
:drill: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Oban on January 22, 2011, 02:30:31 PM Pretty awesome, but Jaime Murray is no Viva Bianca.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Evildrider on January 22, 2011, 02:33:55 PM all I have to say is :drill: :drill: :drill:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on January 23, 2011, 08:51:53 AM First episode lives up to the Blood and Sand season 1 level of awesome. The marketplace fight is quite possibly my new favorite fight from this series, and now I'm anxiously awaiting episode 2.
:drill: :drill: :drill: :drill: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Vaiti on January 23, 2011, 01:30:20 PM I was worried they might run out of steam. My worries were unfounded. This series and it's writing. It's got to be one of the few times I can't 100% predict what is going to happen and actual plot twist are clever.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: JWIV on January 23, 2011, 05:44:45 PM Fuck yes! It's now on Starz! Play on Netflix! I was worried I was going to regret canceling my movie package, and looks like I'm safe!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Trippy on January 23, 2011, 06:08:14 PM Fuck yes! It's now on Starz! Play on Netflix! I was worried I was going to regret canceling my movie package, and looks like I'm safe! Whoa! Awesome!Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on January 23, 2011, 07:25:30 PM Not only is it available there, but for those who without Starz or netflix, it is on Starz Screening Room (http://www.starz.com/originals/spartacus/screeningroom/Pages/screeningroom.aspx). I don't know how long it will be there, but it's cool of them to have the full episode up.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: JWIV on January 23, 2011, 07:27:36 PM By Jupiter's cock, they in fact have not missed a beat with this.
:drill: :drill: :drill: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Zaljerem on January 24, 2011, 06:30:34 AM So far so good!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on January 24, 2011, 08:58:04 AM I liked how everyone looked slightly younger, specially how Crixus looked not nearly as buff as season one Crixus. The fights were :drill:, I am not disappoint.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: shiznitz on January 26, 2011, 12:24:12 PM This was excellent. None of the slow build of cheese in the first season. Lots of variety in the nudity, too!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on January 27, 2011, 05:57:21 AM Fucking outstanding. If only if were going to be a full season. Makes me beyond optimistic for the future season(s) without Andy.
In honor of how awesome this was, I busted out my Blood and Sand blu rays (which are gorgeous, btw). This is the first time I've re-watched the first season, and it's still great. Amazing how much more of the politics and intrigue you pick up on second viewing. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: angry.bob on January 27, 2011, 07:14:24 PM It's got 100% more Jango Fett than season one. It's going to be great to see how they get from where they are now to where they were when season one started.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Slayerik on January 28, 2011, 06:43:14 AM Just watched it....and hell yeah!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Velorath on January 29, 2011, 04:31:05 AM Just watched the second episode. In just about any other series, that would be a season finale. In Spartacus, it's just a third of the way through.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: waffel on January 29, 2011, 11:54:16 AM Just holy shit. The second episode is literally pure awesome from start to ESPECIALLY end. Like Velorath said, this would easily be a season finale in other series.
I still can't get over the pure awesome of the last 10 minutes. Just unbelievable. My complete review of the 2nd episode: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLUQ3tDLfHQ Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: DLRiley on January 29, 2011, 12:10:49 PM Spartacus - Why television isn't this good all 7 days of the week I don't know. But I'm buying your DVD set while I torrent everyone else :awesome_for_real:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Oban on January 29, 2011, 02:38:12 PM I agree, it is one of the few shows I would actually purchase on blu-ray.
The second episode was quite powerful, here's hoping they can keep it up. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on January 29, 2011, 10:29:47 PM This show seriously has set historical record as being the first TV show to successfully meld a Cinemax softcore porn series with an amazing storyline. The writing, story, acting, style, EVERYTHING is amazing, but there is also glamorous over the top fucking and tits left and right. The god damn episode ended in a three way between 3 main characters. Previously, this only happened on Cinemax, and it certainly didn't have any of the aforementioned virtues going for it. I can't believe how much I love both of the series so far. When I watched the first episode, I thought the whole thing would turn to shit.
Also, black dudes wife is really really god damn hot. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Oban on January 30, 2011, 01:58:23 AM Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: waffel on January 30, 2011, 08:24:48 AM Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on January 30, 2011, 09:27:00 AM They actually had me thinking Crixus was going to win, specially since we already know Gannicus is doomed. The look on John Hanna's face when slutty friend joins in is fucking win.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: MuffinMan on January 30, 2011, 09:31:46 AM Fuck I love this show.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on January 31, 2011, 05:26:49 AM They actually had me thinking Crixus was going to win, specially since we already know Gannicus is doomed. Same. It now has me wondering if... At any rate, I have no doubt that these matters will be concluded awesomely, and with plenty of gratiuitous nudity. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on January 31, 2011, 07:56:30 AM I also thought Crixus might win for a while there, but I'm happy he didn't.
In the first season they explained that did happen. As for buying the blu-ray, I agree. Blood and Sand has been the only blu-ray/dvd I've pre-ordered, well, ever. It was very much worth every penny, and I plan on doing the same for Gods of the Arena. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on January 31, 2011, 08:04:27 AM They actually had me thinking Crixus was going to win, specially since we already know Gannicus is doomed. The look on John Hanna's face when slutty friend joins in is fucking win. Slutty friend is H.G wells from warehouse 13. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on January 31, 2011, 08:10:38 AM I also thought Crixus might win for a while there, but I'm happy he didn't. In the first season they explained that did happen. As for buying the blu-ray, I agree. Blood and Sand has been the only blu-ray/dvd I've pre-ordered, well, ever. It was very much worth every penny, and I plan on doing the same for Gods of the Arena. I'm watching the series for the second time through, and have only the last episode left to go, and... Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on January 31, 2011, 10:33:00 AM From the first season, we know that Oenomaus's wife is dead. And we know that he doesn't drink. (This is not a spoiler; if you haven't watched the first season yet, what the fuck are you doing in this thread, seriously, it's on Netflix Instant and everything.) Oh, and Gannicus appeared nowhere in the first season, which is not proof positive that he dies, but given his importance to date it seems unlikely that we wouldn't have seen him if he were still around.
(This next part is also not a spoiler, because it's just me guessing shit.) So I'm going to guess that at some point Oenomaus is going to get really drunk and do something really stupid that's going to end with the death of his best friend, his wife, or both. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on January 31, 2011, 11:44:24 AM Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on January 31, 2011, 11:48:05 AM The first season was taken off netflix last I checked. DvD only now.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Khaldun on January 31, 2011, 12:12:25 PM Did Netflix's agreement with Starz expire or something? A lot of good shit disappeared recently.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on January 31, 2011, 12:17:18 PM I don't think thats the case, as the current is stream-able. I think the star-play contract only allows for current series, before they goto DvD. I believe The Pillars of the Earth is also removed.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on January 31, 2011, 12:24:32 PM From the first season, we know that Oenomaus's wife is dead. And we know that he doesn't drink. (This is not a spoiler; if you haven't watched the first season yet, what the fuck are you doing in this thread, seriously, it's on Netflix Instant and everything.) Oh, and Gannicus appeared nowhere in the first season, which is not proof positive that he dies, but given his importance to date it seems unlikely that we wouldn't have seen him if he were still around. (This next part is also not a spoiler, because it's just me guessing shit.) So I'm going to guess that at some point Oenomaus is going to get really drunk and do something really stupid that's going to end with the death of his best friend, his wife, or both. Huh? I am on my SECOND run through the series. I've watched all the episodes, except for the last one, over the last three days. We do not KNOW that his wife is dead until we see it happen. Honestly, this series does nothing but twist, turn and surprise on every plot point. Until I see that bitch gurgling blood, I won't assume she is actually dead (though I will admit that it is likely). And yeah, Gannicus is probably dead, too. We'll see. Meaning Doctore thinks she is dead. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on January 31, 2011, 12:48:51 PM Fair enough given your last post, though my money's on dead.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on January 31, 2011, 01:07:35 PM She's dead. There'd be no point to setting up some grand conspiracy to make Oenomaus THINK his wife is dead while keeping her alive in some distant secret location (and living with the threat that he'd discover the deception and rob Batiatus of one of his most valuable assets one way or another). None. Neither Batiatus nor the writers are that fuck-stupid. This show is about blood and tits. If there are two possible ways to resolve a plot point that needs to be resolved and one of them involves someone dying in a gruesome and/or heart-wrenching way, that will be the way it's done.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Oban on January 31, 2011, 01:38:08 PM She probably dies during pregnancy, most likely due to the possibility of birthing a non-black baby.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: shiznitz on January 31, 2011, 01:47:21 PM Guess: Gannicus gets sold and faces Crixus in the Primus. Crixus wins.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on January 31, 2011, 02:00:39 PM Guess: Gannicus gets sold and faces Crixus in the Primus. Crixus wins. I've thought about that as well, and it saddens me if Onemaus doesn't get whoop some Gannicus ass, because that would be an awesome battle. Though, the rise of Crixus going through Gannicus would still be insane Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on January 31, 2011, 02:24:06 PM To bad though, I really like Gannicus. Wish the series was a bit longer than 6 episodes.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ard on January 31, 2011, 02:40:24 PM I was hoping they were going to make it Onemaus' famous fight vs a gigantic dual wielding celt, but he's already clearly past that point story wise. Probably for the best though, since that would have been a horrible cliched mess. This series does however seem to have a fetish for dual wielding heroes.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Evildrider on January 31, 2011, 03:40:26 PM I was hoping they were going to make it Onemaus' famous fight vs a gigantic dual wielding celt, but he's already clearly past that point story wise. Probably for the best though, since that would have been a horrible cliched mess. This series does however seem to have a fetish for dual wielding heroes. Well Spartacus only started dual wielding after he killed Theokoles. I assume as a way of flaunting his win. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rishathra on January 31, 2011, 03:49:47 PM Well Spartacus only started dual wielding after he killed Theokoles. I assume as a way of flaunting his win. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: DLRiley on January 31, 2011, 06:12:27 PM Well Spartacus only started dual wielding after he killed Theokoles. I assume as a way of flaunting his win. If I remember correctly, "Now that you've become a champion you shall now adopt the fighting style of a champion!" Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Vaiti on January 31, 2011, 08:18:34 PM Wife and I guessed right away that she would likely be getting killed through pregnacy somehow. Either killing herself when she finds out she is, or dying in the process. Or simply Batiatus having an accident arranged for her when she turns up pregnant as to keep his secret.
One minor complaint from the last episode. Pissing on the guy Asher and crew beat up seems abit of a give away on who did it. Guess it was a give away regardless. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Engels on February 01, 2011, 05:49:31 PM Uhm, both Spartacus Blood & Sand and Pillars of the Earth are streamable for me on Netflix.
Might want to check your netflix settings Bloodworth. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 01, 2011, 05:50:28 PM Yeah, I've still got the entire first season of Spartacus.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on February 01, 2011, 06:55:17 PM Uhm, both Spartacus Blood & Sand and Pillars of the Earth are streamable for me on Netflix. Might want to check your netflix settings Bloodworth. Eh, wasn't the other day. its ok though, I have seen them. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Furiously on February 04, 2011, 12:05:12 AM I watched one episode when it was on Starz on-demand on Netflix, I think it must have been the horrid spraying blood that turned me off the first time.
As a special effects bloodspatter show.... it's lacking. As a political intrigue and character development show it's great! I'm enjoying it now that I realize what it is. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 04, 2011, 05:19:58 AM I watched one episode when it was on Starz on-demand on Netflix, I think it must have been the horrid spraying blood that turned me off the first time. As a special effects bloodspatter show.... it's lacking. As a political intrigue and character development show it's great! I'm enjoying it now that I realize what it is. You forgot to mention the tits and ass. I forgive you, this time. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on February 04, 2011, 11:24:23 AM Horrid spray? Its kinda stylized, ill give you that. But as fluids go, its well done.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 04, 2011, 12:10:09 PM Horrid spray? Its kinda stylized, ill give you that. But as fluids go, its well done. ...and if you see the one where Ilythia's recruit gets crucified, you'll find the effects to be adequately conveying the message. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: waffel on February 05, 2011, 05:19:27 PM Did I.... did I just see..... DP?
:uhrr: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: DLRiley on February 05, 2011, 06:57:50 PM Did I.... did I just see..... DP? :uhrr: We should have heard lots and lots of screaming, but besides that yes you just did :ye_gods: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on February 06, 2011, 08:58:33 PM Don't the rich powerful guys have their own slaves to bang? i can understand wanting to bang the gladiators since they are semi celebrities, but random slave girls are probably a dime a dozen literally.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Evildrider on February 06, 2011, 10:16:38 PM He did remark that there was a lack of virgins in his household.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 06, 2011, 10:27:32 PM Netflix is for some reason refusing to stream the latest episode. I keep getting "there was an error, try again later." Other videos work fine. :mob:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: DLRiley on February 07, 2011, 06:06:22 AM Don't the rich powerful guys have their own slaves to bang? i can understand wanting to bang the gladiators since they are semi celebrities, but random slave girls are probably a dime a dozen literally. I think its more of a matter of pissing in someone else kiddy pool, and doing so without the normal amount of yap yap about it afterwords. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Engels on February 07, 2011, 02:36:05 PM Netflix is for some reason refusing to stream the latest episode. I keep getting "there was an error, try again later." Other videos work fine. :mob: Gonna say its a corrupted cache of the episode on your computer. I don't know if flushing temp internet files will help, but it may be worth a try. That, or reinstalling the netflix plugin thingie. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Pennilenko on February 07, 2011, 02:43:27 PM Netflix is for some reason refusing to stream the latest episode. I keep getting "there was an error, try again later." Other videos work fine. :mob: Im having the same problem over my PS3, I get the same message if i try to play it on my PC. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Trippy on February 07, 2011, 02:44:49 PM Was working for me last night.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 07, 2011, 04:28:44 PM Netflix is for some reason refusing to stream the latest episode. I keep getting "there was an error, try again later." Other videos work fine. :mob: Gonna say its a corrupted cache of the episode on your computer. I don't know if flushing temp internet files will help, but it may be worth a try. That, or reinstalling the netflix plugin thingie. This is on my PS3, so not sure how that might work. I think there's a way to erase and reinstall the software, so maybe I'll try that. Bugger. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on February 07, 2011, 04:49:08 PM I had the same issue yesterday, but it's working now. Temporary issue it seems.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on February 08, 2011, 05:37:01 AM Had the same issue last night, restarting the app a few times seems to have cleared it. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tarami on February 10, 2011, 05:34:15 PM Crixus' look in the arena in episode three was actually a pretty nice piece of acting. He looked fucking terrified.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ard on February 10, 2011, 05:57:19 PM Yeah, I'm honestly glad that he learned how to act halfway through Blood and Sand. He's actually gotten convincing, compared to the first few episodes he ever appeared in.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 10, 2011, 05:59:45 PM I think you're confusing "never closes his fucking mouth" with "acting". :why_so_serious:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Pennilenko on February 10, 2011, 08:58:34 PM Really, don't start neckbearding this shit guys. It's blood, tits, and softcore porn. Acting chops does not matter.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on February 10, 2011, 11:22:03 PM I read it for the articles!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: shiznitz on February 11, 2011, 08:40:43 AM OMG :drill: First 10 minutes of Paterfamilias?! Really? What a show.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: kaid on February 11, 2011, 11:22:41 AM By Jupiters Cock! I am amused by this show.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 13, 2011, 07:57:47 PM Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Vaiti on February 13, 2011, 08:35:42 PM This show loves to foreshadow one thing, then do another unexpected but totally feasible and awesome thing.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 13, 2011, 09:00:17 PM This show loves to foreshadow one thing, then do another unexpected but totally feasible and awesome thing. Examples? Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Velorath on February 13, 2011, 09:49:38 PM Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 13, 2011, 11:35:20 PM I am going to LOVE IT when Tullius eventually gets his balls cut off and shoved down his throat through some crazy scheme.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Vaiti on February 14, 2011, 03:49:48 AM I can't give any solid examples at the moment. I could be projecting, it's been awhile since I watched the first two seasons, but I recall the feeling well on almost every major plot point. That they would broadcast that THIS was going to happen then THAT happened instead. I think Spartacus's wifey was one of those moments. At least I didn't see that coming, not the way it came anyways.
edit: and basically what Velorath is saying Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 14, 2011, 11:28:00 AM Yeah, they seemed to be HEAVILY foreshadowing that slutty friend was going to kill (or at least be the motivator behind getting them to kill) the father. By poisoning his Honeyed Wine most likely (they keep pointing out that Bautiatus doesn't like drinking it). That didn't work out.
Father still might meet a tragic end in the same way, but still. They misdirect often, and I agree that Velorath that murdering the two of them would be kind of out of character. I bet the producers fool us all, and in the end, Gannicus and Wifey escape and run off together, living happily ever after somewhere. :awesome_for_real: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on February 14, 2011, 12:14:24 PM Yeah, they seemed to be HEAVILY foreshadowing that slutty friend was going to kill (or at least be the motivator behind getting them to kill) the father. By poisoning his Honeyed Wine most likely (they keep pointing out that Bautiatus doesn't like drinking it). That didn't work out. The first time they showed Lucretia offering dad the wine she quite insistently stopped Batiatus from having any, i bet you she is already poisoning him. I expected the Syrian guy who didn't speak the language to kill that noble that wanted to fuck him but that whole thing kinda didn't go anywhere, he didn't seem like the type to simply take an ass fucking. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 14, 2011, 12:29:33 PM I think Spartacus's wifey was one of those moments. At least I didn't see that coming, not the way it came anyways. Did you miss all the dreams Spartacus had where he was reunited with her and then she died? And her saying in those dreams that if he didn't get her back before the rains came, it would be too late? And then how the episode before he got her back, it rained, and that was a really big deal? I admit to being a little surprised anyway, but only because it was SO HEAVILY FORESHADOWED that I thought it would be too obvious. Since then I have concluded that when they go out of their way to foreshadow something in a really dramatic fashion, they mean it. Gannicus's comment about "if I were him I'd kill us both" qualifies. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rendakor on February 14, 2011, 01:11:18 PM The first time they showed Lucretia offering dad the wine she quite insistently stopped Batiatus from having any, i bet you she is already poisoning him. I expected the Syrian guy who didn't speak the language to kill that noble that wanted to fuck him but that whole thing kinda didn't go anywhere, he didn't seem like the type to simply take an ass fucking. Glad I'm not the only one who thought that; during that scene in the arena where he went into a coughing fit I kept waiting for him to drop dead.Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Velorath on February 14, 2011, 01:25:45 PM Since then I have concluded that when they go out of their way to foreshadow something in a really dramatic fashion, they mean it. Gannicus's comment about "if I were him I'd kill us both" qualifies. Again, if Oenomaus kills his wife, it damages the character beyond a point where he's no longer a likable character. Think of that scene in Season 1 where he mentions his wife and says that she lives only in memory. The meaning behind it would go from being a husband who lost his wife years ago who has come to accept the loss, to being a chilling and remorseless thought about how he had to kill the woman. It doesn't fit with the character. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rendakor on February 14, 2011, 01:34:45 PM I agree that it's unlikely Doctore kills his wife, but him killing Gannicus wouldn't really surprise me.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on February 14, 2011, 01:54:14 PM And then the wife kills herself.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: shiznitz on February 14, 2011, 02:01:47 PM And then the wife kills herself. with Jupiter's cock, of course... Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ghambit on February 14, 2011, 03:03:00 PM Perhaps she chokes to death.
:rimshot: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 15, 2011, 09:58:49 AM Fucking love this show (this and the original). I don't think I've ever seen better TV.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ard on February 15, 2011, 02:38:47 PM Heh, I was watching Lost the other day, and Kate and Sawyer were having sex or something, and my wife walks in, sits down for a minute, and then goes "dammit, I just remembered real tv doesn't actually show anything", and walked back out. Tv just isn't the same in the post-Spartacus world we live in.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Musashi on February 16, 2011, 09:21:57 AM Yea. Real TV is pretty much either comedy - which is really the only good thing left on it - retread police/court/hospital drama. The latter all make me vomit in my mouth a little, and have for some time.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Bunk on February 18, 2011, 06:21:59 AM I was sitting on the couch watching the latest episdoe last night - my room mate's girlfriend is in the next room, just kind of half listening. She walks in right as Ashur is selling out his buddy's bum hole. She looks at me; "You really need a girlfriend"
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 18, 2011, 07:48:01 AM Ashur fucking his buddy over like that (pun intended) was pure awesome. As I am sure it will be when he manages to get his buddy killed.
Even so, through the original series and this prequel...I kind of have a soft spot for poor Ashur. He has some naturally douchey tendencies, but he really is being treated like shit. Kinda can't blame him for all the shit he pulls. Doctore is a pure dick to him, and he doesn't deserve all of it. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on February 18, 2011, 08:24:36 AM That was my impression after Blood and Sand, but now I'm not so sure anymore. It takes a special kind of asshole to turn on your only friend for something he didn't even do himself so quickly.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 19, 2011, 08:31:39 PM Okay, yeah, I change my mind. Ashur is a cock.
And fuck if they didn't manage to do it again. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: raydeen on February 20, 2011, 02:06:36 AM Okay, yeah, I change my mind. Ashur is a cock. And fuck if they didn't manage to do it again. And on a side note, although I probably could check it out easily, the girl who has been the main attraction in the household of Batiatus sure looks like the daughter in the Britcom 'After You're Gone'. If it's the same girl, I feel a need to take a seat 'over there'. What's Roman for 'Giggity'? Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ironwood on February 20, 2011, 02:37:57 AM Not.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Velorath on February 20, 2011, 02:57:24 AM Okay, yeah, I change my mind. Ashur is a cock. And fuck if they didn't manage to do it again. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 20, 2011, 02:23:38 PM Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on February 20, 2011, 06:31:37 PM Getting his only friend a rough ass fucking wasn't exactly to save his life, dude was just pissed.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 20, 2011, 09:21:33 PM Well yeah, that's the start of the "showing how much of a selfish dick" stuff I mentioned.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ironwood on February 21, 2011, 01:04:59 AM Arg, for fuck sake, do we really need to spoiler everything in the Spartacus discussion thread? Yes. You really do. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tannhauser on February 21, 2011, 03:33:51 AM Just started watching season one last night and was blown away. This is a man's TV show. :drill: One small complaint, I wish they cut down on the slo-mo a bit.
The senator's daughter haunts my dreams... Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 21, 2011, 05:07:49 AM The senator's daughter haunts my dreams... Oh, just you wait. It gets better. Arg, for fuck sake, do we really need to spoiler everything in the Spartacus discussion thread? Yes. You really do. Agreed...by nature of how this show is being distributed, I think a lot of people are forced to see in on a delay of a few days or so. Also, how are you guys getting this on the other side of the pond? I'll be moving back to Euroland this summer, and have a need to know. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on February 21, 2011, 05:18:01 AM Jack Sparrow and his ilk are nice enough to provide us with a preorder copy until the DVDs are sold.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 21, 2011, 05:34:36 AM Jack Sparrow and his ilk are nice enough to provide us with a preorder copy until the DVDs are sold. I'm not even sure what the first part of that means, but the alternative is to wait for the DVD release? :ye_gods: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on February 21, 2011, 05:37:55 AM Torrents, plain and simple. At least German Free TV will never show an uncut version of Spartacus (blood is to us what sex is to you). And Spartacus without blood will likely be 6 minute episodes.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: tgr on February 21, 2011, 06:07:45 AM If ever there was a reason to buy a series on blueray, Spartacus would have it in spades.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ironwood on February 21, 2011, 07:56:55 AM Also, how are you guys getting this on the other side of the pond? I'll be moving back to Euroland this summer, and have a need to know. We're not yet. Took a while for us to get the original and I suspect this will be much the same. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 21, 2011, 08:19:27 AM Sounds like I will be using Tebonas' method, then. No way I can wait for the discs. You are a more disciplined man than I. I'll satisfy my conscience in knowing that I'll by the Blu Rays as soon as I can.
And to echo what tgr said: the Blu Rays are glorious. It looks fantastic, and the extras are great (but too short). Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ghambit on February 21, 2011, 10:27:22 AM By Gods I was right! :awesome_for_real: Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rishathra on February 21, 2011, 12:28:25 PM By Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ghambit on February 21, 2011, 12:36:10 PM By ...gettin old Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Arthur_Parker on February 21, 2011, 12:48:05 PM Also, how are you guys getting this on the other side of the pond? I'll be moving back to Euroland this summer, and have a need to know. We're not yet. Took a while for us to get the original and I suspect this will be much the same. Sky 1 HD Starts 21st March (http://www.skymedia.co.uk/Advertising/TV/Sponsorship-Opps/spartacus---gods-of-the-arena.aspx) Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on February 21, 2011, 02:21:46 PM Just started watching season one last night and was blown away. This is a man's TV show. :drill: One small complaint, I wish they cut down on the slo-mo a bit. The senator's daughter haunts my dreams... You are truly going to love this show after the first two or three episodes if your only wishes are less slow-mo and more senator daughter. Oh, and fuck yes to episode 5. Just wow. I'm confident they'll do even better next week with the prequel's finale, but I'm having a hard time imaging how they'll pull it off besides Gannicus vs Crixus Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ironwood on February 22, 2011, 01:22:26 AM Also, how are you guys getting this on the other side of the pond? I'll be moving back to Euroland this summer, and have a need to know. We're not yet. Took a while for us to get the original and I suspect this will be much the same. Sky 1 HD Starts 21st March (http://www.skymedia.co.uk/Advertising/TV/Sponsorship-Opps/spartacus---gods-of-the-arena.aspx) Ta. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rishathra on February 22, 2011, 07:01:56 AM I'm confident they'll do even better next week with the prequel's finale, but I'm having a hard time imaging how they'll pull it off besides Gannicus vs Crixus My guess. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ghambit on February 22, 2011, 07:10:08 AM I'm confident they'll do even better next week with the prequel's finale, but I'm having a hard time imaging how they'll pull it off besides Gannicus vs Crixus My guess. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Segoris on February 22, 2011, 09:34:11 AM I'm confident they'll do even better next week with the prequel's finale, but I'm having a hard time imaging how they'll pull it off besides Gannicus vs Crixus My guess. That's roughly what I was thinking as well, but you normally can't count on things to go as planned with this show Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tannhauser on February 22, 2011, 01:31:54 PM I'm up to episode four, and am surprised at how good the writing and the story is. Just watched the first battle between Crixis and Spartacus and was surprised at the end. I guess what I'm trying to say is that for a softcore porn and blood show, it has surprising nuance. Everyone, even Crixis, has a story and I'm totally hooked on finding out more!
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: tgr on February 22, 2011, 01:42:57 PM I only had to get to episode 2 or 3 to realize that this wasn't just blood and tits, it was blood, tits AND a deep and engaging story. And it just kept getting better and better. And better.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 22, 2011, 07:19:29 PM Ok, sorry, I'll keep spoilering everything for the 3rd world citizens in Euroland. :oh_i_see:
Torrents, plain and simple. At least German Free TV will never show an uncut version of Spartacus (blood is to us what sex is to you). And Spartacus without blood will likely be 6 minute episodes. Ironically, Spartacus with the sex cut out would also be about 6 minutes long, but that hasn't stopped them from showing it uncut here. So I'm not sure if that logic holds true anymore, heh.Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on February 22, 2011, 11:11:06 PM Isn't Starz pay TV and therefore can get away with it?
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Samwise on February 23, 2011, 12:39:31 AM Isn't Starz pay TV and therefore can get away with it? Correct. Premium pay TV, even. I don't think you can get boobs on basic cable. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tannhauser on February 23, 2011, 03:25:50 AM Even though Lucretia bones Crixis, I'm really enjoying her and Bertallus(?) and their marriage. They seem to really love each other and pull together. They don't even seem an evil sort, just a team who is out to excel.
I find it fascinating. I mean she took the necklace back and endured shame and ridicule and kept her head high. And Bertallus is actually looking for Spart's wife. This couple could go places. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on February 23, 2011, 05:28:54 AM Even though Lucretia bones Crixis, I'm really enjoying her and Bertallus(?) and their marriage. They seem to really love each other and pull together. They don't even seem an evil sort, just a team who is out to excel. I find it fascinating. I mean she took the necklace back and endured shame and ridicule and kept her head high. And Bertallus is actually looking for Spart's wife. This couple could go places. Haha, to be so young and naive again! I'll agree with the general sentiment, but....yeah. And I believe the correct spelling is Batiatus. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: tgr on February 23, 2011, 05:48:43 AM I think the goony reaction is :shobon:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tannhauser on February 23, 2011, 07:10:44 AM Wat
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rishathra on February 23, 2011, 07:25:04 AM I think the goony reaction is :shobon: Can someone translate this statement? Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: tgr on February 23, 2011, 07:37:41 AM http://forums.explosm.net/showpost.php?s=e0c4b338b90eb35e023862ea567f2f2a&p=178179&postcount=14 is the best I can come up with at short notice.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: bhodi on February 23, 2011, 08:06:10 AM It effectively translates to "Aww, look at the cute newbie" - generally because of expressed and possibly misplaced or impractical enthusiasm. There isn't much of a mocking undercurrent. It's the opposite of the jaded cynic.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 23, 2011, 09:06:48 AM Isn't Starz pay TV and therefore can get away with it? Correct. Premium pay TV, even. I don't think you can get boobs on basic cable. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Johny Cee on February 23, 2011, 09:31:40 AM Isn't Starz pay TV and therefore can get away with it? Correct. Premium pay TV, even. I don't think you can get boobs on basic cable. Umm. I know our Euro brothers like to picture the US as a country that viciously persecutes any sign of a bare breast or sex, but... The Premium or pay channels (HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax, etc) pretty much don't have limitations and are widely subscribed. HBO is the largest and has between 30-40 million subscribers (out of 115ish million), and which obviously doesn't count people stealing it. Basic cable varies depending on the demographic but generally doesn't do frontal or gratuitous nudity, edits out the most graphic violence, and you can say pretty much anything but "fuck" or "cunt". Comedy Central was running unedited movies/shows late at night on the weekends, and FX has been pushing the boundries for years for basic cable for years. The networks (what used to be "free tv", but now don't most people get this as part of basic cable/sat?)) are aimed at the biggest demographics, so they tend to edit down even more. Americans don't get pissed at nudity/violence/swearing. They get pissed at nudity/violence/swearing where they don't expect to experience nudity/violence/swearing. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ghambit on February 23, 2011, 11:10:10 AM Whoever builds the 1st ancient Roman theme park is a rich man.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: lac on February 26, 2011, 12:18:02 PM The build up to the primus was pretty epic and after that they did a good job tying this prequel in. Quality work if you're into this.
Personally I think they could have done without the last scene. Stopping after the last thing Batiatus said would have been perfect but I guess they opted for a bit of a teaser for those who hadn't seen 'blood and sand' and some candy for those who love the overly dramatic. All in all, this prequel did not disappoint. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tannhauser on February 26, 2011, 03:09:49 PM OMG Baitiatus!
Really enjoying the show. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Rendakor on February 26, 2011, 11:01:21 PM Tannhauser, are you still watching the first show?
I really liked the whole prequel, very good stuff. They even managed to trick me in the end. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on February 26, 2011, 11:27:41 PM The final was fucking great.
The build up to the primus was pretty epic and after that they did a good job tying this prequel in. Quality work if you're into this. It fit perfectly I thought. Remember that the very first episode of this series started with them showing Baitiatus getting killed and laying on the ground, then zooming into his eyes and flashing back to show how it all started. It fit that the last scene ended with it flashing back to him dead in his own pool of blood. Ties it all in. Of course, that sort of rips off the beginning/end sequence for lost as a series, but I still liked it.Personally I think they could have done without the last scene. Stopping after the last thing Batiatus said would have been perfect but I guess they opted for a bit of a teaser for those who hadn't seen 'blood and sand' and some candy for those who love the overly dramatic. All in all, this prequel did not disappoint. In short, where have the fucking writers of this show been all my life. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Vaiti on February 27, 2011, 03:50:01 AM The writers of this show will soon: A) Die in a plane crash. B) Die of drug overdoses. C) Be assassinated.
Writing this good can't be allowed to continue. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: MuffinMan on February 27, 2011, 07:15:29 AM I was skeptical when they annouced this prequel but it was fucking awesome. Now on to season 2! Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on February 27, 2011, 08:40:08 AM Yes, I distinctly remember that it was mentioned, Muffin. Don't know the episode, though. It was one of the reasons he was on the side of Spartacus (as much as this weasel can be on anyone's side beside his own).
And yes, this prequel was as awesome as the first season. That last episode was on fire (pun intended). Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: MisterNoisy on February 27, 2011, 09:09:22 AM I was skeptical when they annouced this prequel but it was fucking awesome. Now on to season 2! Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on February 27, 2011, 03:23:13 PM I was skeptical when they annouced this prequel but it was fucking awesome. Now on to season 2! Well Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: MuffinMan on February 27, 2011, 03:34:58 PM Hmm I figured he was just a random made up character for the show, don't know why I assumed that. I also see a couple of articles now saying that he will be in season 2.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Draegan on March 02, 2011, 06:54:41 AM I just finished the prequel. God damn it was good.
Do you think we'll see Gannicus again? I think we might. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on March 02, 2011, 07:21:26 AM Is there only 6 episodes in goods of the arena?
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: tgr on March 02, 2011, 07:24:56 AM Yup. 6 glorious episodes.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on March 02, 2011, 07:33:40 AM Simply awesome. They once again defy my best guesses and finish things off in a way I don't expect them to.
I can't believe we are going to have to wait like a year for more of this. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Teleku on March 02, 2011, 08:48:46 AM I just finished the prequel. God damn it was good. Do you think we'll see Gannicus again? I think we might. Well Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tannhauser on March 05, 2011, 03:15:34 PM Ok, just finished Blood and Sand and am pumped GotA features House Baitiatus! John Hannah and Lucy Lawless deserve Emmy's for their loving, yet ruthless power couple. I know Quintus was supposed to be a jerk, but damn if I didn't admire his character's ruthlessness, cunning and even tenderness. Great character.
B&S was so well written and acted. Iliythia and the boy was :ye_gods:, didn't expect that! So much scheming, I love it! Andy Whitfeld really held the show together as Spartacus and showed his legend in the making. Now on to GotA! Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on March 06, 2011, 08:15:07 AM The shows quality did not suffer in the least for the lack of Andy Whitfield in GotA, it's just as good or better than the first season. I am concerned that the third season will suffer without John Hanna and Lucy Lawless though.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Chimpy on March 06, 2011, 10:18:39 PM I just watched through both the full season and the 6 episodes of Gods of the Arena on Netflix.
Overall I enjoyed it. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Evildrider on March 06, 2011, 10:30:01 PM The shows quality did not suffer in the least for the lack of Andy Whitfield in GotA, it's just as good or better than the first season. I am concerned that the third season will suffer without John Hanna and Lucy Lawless though. Pretty sure Lucy still has a chance to be alive. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Kalle on March 07, 2011, 12:58:38 AM As much as I enjoy seeing Lucy Lawless naked, scheming, or naked and scheming at the same time, I really can't see how keeping her around would be a good thing. The story will move on beyond Capua and what part could the wife of a dead and disgraced Ludus owner play in that?
Her character got a dramatic sendoff. Bringing her back will just make the end of Season One less awesome. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on March 07, 2011, 05:21:32 AM As much as I enjoy seeing Lucy Lawless naked, scheming, or naked and scheming at the same time, I really can't see how keeping her around would be a good thing. The story will move on beyond Capua and what part could the wife of a dead and disgraced Ludus owner play in that? Her character got a dramatic sendoff. Bringing her back will just make the end of Season One less awesome. If I've learned anything from this show, it's that they can make anything awesome. If they brought her back (which I don't believe they will), they'd find a way to make it great, I've no doubt. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on March 07, 2011, 08:49:41 AM Waite, what? Season 3 is AFTER season one? There is still lots to tell between GoTa and BaS.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Kalle on March 07, 2011, 09:00:35 AM Lots? What didn't they cover in GoA?
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Threash on March 07, 2011, 09:07:00 AM The only thing that didn't get neatly tied up was how Crixus became the champion of Capua, unless it was by default.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on March 07, 2011, 09:18:01 AM The only thing that didn't get neatly tied up was how Crixus became the champion of Capua, unless it was by default. No they did. Yeah, lots, there is quite a bit of time between the end of GoTa and when Spartacus shows up. Is there some link that says that the next season will be post BaS? Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Chimpy on March 07, 2011, 09:26:50 AM It has been stated that Season 2 has a new guy playing Spartacus on the wikipedia page because the guy in the original series has cancer. Thus, Spartacus will be in the show, which leads one to believe it will be after the first season (which they alluded to with the last 30 seconds of ep 6 of Gods of the Arena).
There really is not much time or stuff to tell between the two seasons. Maybe a year or two where the drought begins and Crixus becomes champion. The show is about Spartacus after all. My guess is season two is about the expansion of the revolt. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Mrbloodworth on March 07, 2011, 09:31:35 AM Then yes, the show will suffer with out John Hanna and Lucy Lawless. John Hanna kind of made the show. Hes one of the strongest actors and characters in the show, he really set the stage for all others.
I foresee lots of flash backs or something. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Tebonas on March 07, 2011, 10:26:40 AM Head Batiatus, you heard it here first! :awesome_for_real:
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Ironwood on March 07, 2011, 11:52:31 AM The good thing about Spartacus (and also why I can read this without worrying about spoilers) is the hugely strong story that can be mined for both characters and drama/tension.
They don't even have to bring Hannah in in any lame ways : The Story of Spartacus is a great ride. Personally, I can't wait until Roman Legions start getting their arse handed to them. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Cyrrex on March 07, 2011, 12:02:03 PM Yeah...I mean, they steal have Glaber to deal with. And that means Ilythia. Lovely, wonderful Ilythia doing naughty stuff, and just generally being herself. They need to find Nevia again (or whatever Crixus's girl was named). They have to find and recruit They have to deal with Ashur. They have that whole rebellion thing to do.
Shit, they've enough material to go for a while yet. I only regret that it will take so long to see anything new. Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: Musashi on March 08, 2011, 12:09:19 PM Yea, though I agree that the Batiatus family was a huge part of the awesomeness so far, there are like 4 huge plot points left untouched that involve the expansion of the slave revolt and the political drama shifting from Capua to Rome itself. They aren't wont for strong characters on either side with Glaber/Varinius and the return of Gannicus softening the blow of a new Spartacus.
Title: Re: Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Post by: HaemishM on April 23, 2011, 12:42:08 AM Finally finished watching all 6 episodes of Gods of the Arena this week. I had been somewhat concerned that losing Andy Whitfield would have an effect on the prequel, but fuck me if the writers, directors, actors and crew didn't produce another masterpiece. I truly believe you could compare this show to Shakespeare favorably. The only difference is that you see tits and modern curse words, but the salacious nature of the stories, the dramatic tensions, the buildup of tension to resolutions that continually surprise, it's all there. I don't know what season 3 will be like without Lawless and Hanna, but after two epic seasons, I don't doubt the creators of this show's ability at all.
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