Should I blind-buy Heroes?
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Should I blind-buy Heroes?
Hey guys. Never really got to catch this show this past fall/spring, and missed what I heard was a good show.
I'm a big fan of X-Men, which I guess it relates to in ways, but I didn't know how good this series would be. I don't mind spending ~$35 on this set it if it's a really good show. I'm concerned if there is any 'action' or if it is mostly drama with no real payoff except for the finale.
How is it, guys? Thanks!
I'm a big fan of X-Men, which I guess it relates to in ways, but I didn't know how good this series would be. I don't mind spending ~$35 on this set it if it's a really good show. I'm concerned if there is any 'action' or if it is mostly drama with no real payoff except for the finale.
How is it, guys? Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Shannon Nutt
YES! Not only is it a great show, but the DVD set (whether you're getting standard or HD) is awesome...
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I missed it when it originally aired, but I watched the entire show online this summer. I was really loving it for the first third or so, but I have to say, my interest waned as the season went on. A lot of the great tension that was built up just took too long to resolve and ultimately became anti-climactic (for me). I'd suggest checking out a few episodes on NBC.com before dropping money on the DVDs.
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Originally Posted by StephenX
Hey guys. Never really got to catch this show this past fall/spring, and missed what I heard was a good show.
I'm a big fan of X-Men, which I guess it relates to in ways, but I didn't know how good this series would be. I don't mind spending ~$35 on this set it if it's a really good show. I'm concerned if there is any 'action' or if it is mostly drama with no real payoff except for the finale.
How is it, guys? Thanks!
I'm a big fan of X-Men, which I guess it relates to in ways, but I didn't know how good this series would be. I don't mind spending ~$35 on this set it if it's a really good show. I'm concerned if there is any 'action' or if it is mostly drama with no real payoff except for the finale.
How is it, guys? Thanks!
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Originally Posted by StephenX
I'm concerned if there is any 'action' or if it is mostly drama with no real payoff except for the finale.
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Originally Posted by slop101
There's actually not a whole lot of action. It's mostly plot/suspense and character moments with some quick bits of action thrown in here and there. But the show strings you along pretty well and keeps you interested in what's going on, and it answers questions reasonably well and quick. It "pays off" throughout the whole season. But as for the finale, without giving anything away, I found it to be the biggest let-down of the season. But it was mostly a fun ride, with some good characters and I'd recommend at least a rent if not a buy.
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I know that I’ll get bitched most likely but I say, ‘for the love of god, don’t buy it!’ please. It’s one of those shows that caught on with people but really isn’t that good. The acting is the biggest problem for me & it goes from mediocre too just plain awful. I like superheroes as much as the next person but I just couldn’t take it after a couple of episodes.
It’s going to be a bigger selling despite it not really being good. Save your money.
It’s going to be a bigger selling despite it not really being good. Save your money.
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Originally Posted by nateman241
The acting is the biggest problem for me & it goes from mediocre too just plain awful.
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Anybody interested in this series should watch the first four episodes. If you aren't hooked by then, you aren't going to like it. But you must watch all the way through episode 4!
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It's a fun show. Plenty of dumb stuff, some questionable acting, the occasional bit of filler, but still fun. The mythology and characters are interesting, though if you're looking for big budget X-Men action sequences, you won't get it here.
The finale was a little weak, but I was already hooked by the first episode...
There's far worse crap to spend your $35 on.
The finale was a little weak, but I was already hooked by the first episode...
There's far worse crap to spend your $35 on.
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For someone such as I that isn't into the "superhero" theme, I thought it was a good show but I grew tired of a few things:
The Finale wasn't too bad. Could of been better. I will watch S2.
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The Finale wasn't too bad. Could of been better. I will watch S2.
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Originally Posted by 68ShelbyGT500KR
For someone such as I that isn't into the "superhero" theme, I thought it was a good show but I grew tired of a few things:
That lock of hair on Peter Petrelli. Very distracting to me.
That lock of hair on Peter Petrelli. Very distracting to me.
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I enjoyed the show overall, but I would say NO, do not buy it. There are a few really good episodes, but for the most part it really drags on and on. A lot of times it feels like you are watching a repeat. Just rent it or watch it online.
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Originally Posted by 12thmonkey
It's a fun show. Plenty of dumb stuff, some questionable acting, the occasional bit of filler, but still fun. The mythology and characters are interesting, though if you're looking for big budget X-Men action sequences, you won't get it here.
The finale was a little weak, but I was already hooked by the first episode...
There's far worse crap to spend your $35 on.
The finale was a little weak, but I was already hooked by the first episode...
There's far worse crap to spend your $35 on.