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Thread started 08/26/16 9:13pm

Goddess4Real

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Netflix's The Get Down Thread Part 2

I like to get a shout out to JoeBala http://prince.org/msg/100/421173 for posting Netflix's The Get Down Thread thumbs up! . For some reason I couldn't post on that thread, so I thought I would start a new one and give my review of the show so far. In a nutshell "The multi-talented Baz Luhrmann and a team of collaborators -- Oscar-winner Catherine Martin, legendary MC Nas, Grandmaster Flash, Pulitzer-winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis, and hip-hop historian Nelson George -- have created a music-driven drama that documents the emergence of a new art form. Set in the late 1970s, when New York was at the brink of bankruptcy and disco was dying out, the rise of hip-hop is told through the lives, art, music and dance of a group of young people in the South Bronx.'IMDb. Here is the trailer.

I binged watched the first 6 episodes (the next 6 will appear on Netflix sometime in 2017) and I have to say I really enjoyed it, because of the people who are involved (huge Baz Lohrmann fan) and the top notch talent of this production. In fact I like this show more than the Jagger/Martin Scorsese's Vinyl, because it seemed more authentic as they use alot of news, music, fashion, stock footage from that time period. Plus the cast are more appealing, especially the characters Jaden Smith, Shameik More and Justice Smith portray, who help achor the show. I give this show a 4 out of 5 popcorn and I look forward for the rest of the season in 2017.

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Reply #1 posted 08/26/16 9:21pm

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The Story Behind The Get Down’s Kung Fu Connection http://www.vulture.com/20...p-hop.html

8 Things You Didn't Know About Filming 'The Get Down' on Location in NYC https://www.dnainfo.com/n...ocation-ny

What 'The Get Down' Gets Right & Wrong About The Bronx in The 1970s http://www.highsnobiety.c...eal-bronx/

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Reply #2 posted 08/29/16 5:22pm

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I'm three episodes in and its really good. Probably binge the nex 3 tonight.

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Reply #3 posted 08/29/16 8:28pm

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lazycrockett said:

I'm three episodes in and its really good. Probably binge the nex 3 tonight.

It gets you hooked in. I was only gonna watch the pilot......and then I ended up watching all 6 episodes lol it's such a great showcase of talent.

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Reply #4 posted 08/30/16 5:19am

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Does it show on the screen?: http://www.digitalmusicne...red-today/

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Reply #5 posted 08/30/16 9:03pm

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CynicKill said:

Does it show on the screen?: http://www.digitalmusicne...red-today/

I have read the article, I didn't know it cost that much to make it....but I guess the fashion, music, the sets woud be expensive.

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Reply #6 posted 08/30/16 9:27pm

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Watched episode 6 tonight and it was great. I have always liked Baz's stuff but this was really just letting him play in the sandbox and it really payed off. I see some major Emmy wins for this show. Cant wait for the next 6 in September. Shit I actually enjoyed that Jaden Smiths performance.

Though I have to ask was Star Wars a big deal for the black community?

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Reply #7 posted 08/30/16 9:34pm

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Evolution In Art And Science: From 'The Get Down' To 'Hamilton' http://www.npr.org/sectio...o-hamilton

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Reply #8 posted 09/01/16 12:02am

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Another great review The Get Down http://www.laineygossip.c...uero/44781

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Reply #9 posted 09/02/16 10:43pm

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5 Early Hip Hop Docos That Blow 'The Get Down' Away http://decider.com/2016/0...down-away/

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Reply #10 posted 09/06/16 8:03am

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5 Early Hip Hop Docos That Blow 'The Get Down' Away http://decider.com/2016/0...down-away/

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Style Wars is awesome! And they left out this one:

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Reply #11 posted 09/11/16 3:20am

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It's good to know that there are a lot of good docs about this time period.
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Reply #12 posted 09/19/16 9:32pm

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Netflix’s ‘The Get Down’ uses dance, art and music to tell a story http://mtsusidelines.com/...l-a-story/

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Reply #13 posted 09/19/16 9:41pm

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'The Get Down' Season 2 News, Updates, Spoilers: Upcoming Instalment Already Awaiting Green Light; Everything You Need To Know About the Hiphop Drama http://www.christianpost....ma-169623/

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Reply #14 posted 09/25/16 9:27pm

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The Get Down Canceled; An Expensive Let Down For Netflix sad http://www.movienewsguide...lix/285007

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Reply #15 posted 09/25/16 9:32pm

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‘The Get Down Has Not Been Canceled,’ Producer Nelson George Says http://www.okayplayer.com...-says.html

I wish we knew for sure if its going ahead or not nuts rolleyes sigh

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Reply #16 posted 09/29/16 9:42pm

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Reply #17 posted 09/30/16 11:27pm

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'The Get Down': The 5 Worst Excuses For Not Watching Netflix's Hidden Treasure http://www.idigitaltimes....50.twitter

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Reply #18 posted 10/01/16 12:56pm

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I saw the 1st. episode only a couple of weeks ago. I like to take my time so I won't be waiting so long for the new ones. biggrin I really like it. Will watch the 2nd one this weekend.

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Reply #19 posted 10/01/16 6:49pm

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The topic is right up my alley and love Baz. I really tried to get into it but it really is a mess. I got to episode 4 and gave up. Badly written and directed and everything else. And it seems they don't even know the subject matter well enough to attempt this type of series. It's amateur hour all around. God knows I wanted to like but my brain wouldn't allow it.

Just plain bad. Good intentions and a topic that's worthy, but my god is this awful.
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Baz Luhrmann not amused by 'The Get Down' and Jaden Smith death rumors http://www.nydailynews.co...-1.2813479

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Reply #21 posted 10/02/16 1:14pm

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We do we get the second half? Anyone know?

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'The Get Down' Season 2 Release Date, Spoilers and Updates: Baz Luhrmann Shuts Down Cancellation Rumors; Next Season in the Works http://www.christianpost....ks-170349/

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Reply #23 posted 10/03/16 7:38am

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Watched episode 6 tonight and it was great. I have always liked Baz's stuff but this was really just letting him play in the sandbox and it really payed off. I see some major Emmy wins for this show. Cant wait for the next 6 in September. Shit I actually enjoyed that Jaden Smiths performance.

Though I have to ask was Star Wars a big deal for the black community?



Star Wars was and still is YUUUGE in the BC... biggrin

I haven't been able to get into The Get Down, so I ended up binging Luke Cage.

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