Kylie Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Does anyone watch this show? It's not often that I feel compelled to start a topic about a TV show, but this show doesn't seem to be widely known, so I wanted to spread the word and recommend it. Here's the synopsis from Wikipedia: 'Orphan Black is a Canadian science fiction television series created by screenwriter Graeme Manson and director John Fawcett, starring Tatiana Maslany as several identical people who are revealed to be clones. The series focuses on Sarah Manning, a woman who assumes the identity of one of her clones, Elizabeth Childs, after witnessing Childs' suicide. The series raises issues about the moral and ethical implications of human cloning and its effect on issues of personal identity.' Tatiana is an incredible actor (as you would have to be to take on so many roles!) It's sassy and funny and packs in quite a lot of action, suspense, and twists and turns. So far there have been two seasons of 10 episodes each, and there is a third season scheduled for next year. If you're not into science fiction too much, don't let it put you off, because it's not very science-fictiony at all. I rate this series very highly. I've been binge-watching it for a while and have just four episodes left before I'll be caught up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 I love 'Orphan Black' its a brilliant show, I, sometimes forget that all the characters are played by the same person because she plays them so well! I have still to finish season 2, I recorded it on TiVo, so pleased you are enjoying it Kylie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontalba Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 We stopped watching when they started cutting body parts off while on camera, about 3/4ths through the first season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Begins Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 We stopped watching when they started cutting body parts off while on camera, about 3/4ths through the first season. Ewwwww Just kidding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share Posted September 30, 2014 I can't actually remember that part, but for what it's worth, it's not usually a very violent or gory show, so please don't let it put you off if you're interested in watching it. ETA: Oh wait, yes, I remember that part now. I looked away. But it really was a one-off thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontalba Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 I can't actually remember that part, but for what it's worth, it's not usually a very violent or gory show, so please don't let it put you off if you're interested in watching it. ETA: Oh wait, yes, I remember that part now. I looked away. But it really was a one-off thing. That's good to know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emelee Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 It's on my to check out list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 Awesome, Emelee. We have a lot of similar interests in TV shows, so I think you'll enjoy Orphan Black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirandashell Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 (edited) I just finished watching the third series and loved it! The reveal was amazing! I was not expecting Alison Steadman. And Tatiana Maslany is an amazing actress. Eight parts all different to each other but in subtle ways. She never exaggerates them. And poor Helena just breaks my heart every week. Those little moments of compassion in amongst all that craziness. And when she suddenly realises what a normal life is... the look on her face just makes me tear up. And then she walks out of the lockup with a bloodied machete..... Edited October 11, 2015 by mirandashell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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