Black Sails (TV Show)

[kidgloves]

Don't let the Michael Bay credit put you off.
Pilot was directed by Neil Marshall and they renewed the show and started filming a 2nd series last November way before it even aired.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2375692/?ref_=nv_sr_1


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aigIJGeykI


Anyone else digging this?
Loved the first 2 episodes.

[kidgloves]

Surprised there isn't more interest in this.
Looks beautiful visually, interesting well developed characters, good story and keeps my attention from start to finish.
Episode 5 was excellent.

[krisvds]

I was worried initially because:
a) Treasure Island is one of my all time favourite reads and
b) Michael Bay.

But to my pleasant surprise a lot of folks seem to like it. Thanks for the heads up guys. Will check it out soon-ish

[kidgloves]

This show also has the best theme tune I've heard in ages.
Done by none other than Bear Mccreary


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQ8Vv6FyxNQ

[Neil]

Just need to find when it's on in the UK!

[Morto Vivente]

Surprised there isn't more interest in this.
Looks beautiful visually, interesting well developed characters, good story and keeps my attention from start to finish.
Episode 5 was excellent.

Thanks for the "heads up". I just watched the pilot and really enjoyed it. As well as the above mentioned merits, the show seems well researched. Loved that the plot (so far) hinges on the pirate code and walking a thin line between democracy and anarchy.

[kidgloves]

Just need to find when it's on in the UK!

No news on a UK broadcaster yet Neil. Probably will be FX or Sky Atlantic I'd imagine

[Morto Vivente]

"Repel boarders....Arrgh!"

Episode 5 was great following it's set up by the slower paced episode 4. Favourite characters, Anne Bonny and Jack Rackham.

[kidgloves]

This has really hit its stride now.
If people are still interested and curious about this, it would work superbly for binge viewing
.
Fascinating characters aplenty.

[EvilNed]

This has really hit its stride now.
If people are still interested and curious about this, it would work superbly for binge viewing
.
Fascinating characters aplenty.

You, sir, have got me interested.

A shame Mob city wasn't renewed. But this I'll check out!

[AcesandEights]

I do like pirate fiction etc., though pirate fanboys get on my nerves.

Glad to hear this may be worth my time.

[Morto Vivente]

The show was granted a 2nd season six months before the 1st even aired, supposedly based on the reception by fans at the San Diego Comic Con. :eek:

[kidgloves]

Cracking 2nd season so far.
Really like the flashbacks as they fill out the story

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http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00JBE6MAI/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/277-8856579-6509934

[Neil]

Really must get around to watching this!

[kidgloves]

Just seen this advertised on the History Channel if anyone's still interested