Downton Abbey

[recycled sixtie]

Being a displaced Brit I enjoy the series. However this show I could not get past the first hour as it put me to sleep. See thread above "what do you do if you can't sleep". Not enough action in this one but because it was the last they are tying up loose ends.

I get that misty feeling in my eyes when I look at the cars and the costumes. Truly stunning.

[Wilhelm]

Never got into it. I found it boring as hell. But I guess i dont know enough about film and acting and such to appreciate the finer points.
But I like the Doc Martin show !

[tcar]

Originally Posted by Wilhelm

Never got into it. I found it boring as hell. But I guess i dont know enough about film and acting and such to appreciate the finer points.
But I like the Doc Martin show !

OK, we got it. Don't need to keep posting the same thing over and over.

[Wilhelm]

Originally Posted by tcar

OK, we got it. Don't need to keep posting the same thing over and over.

Its so bad that I cant help myself.

[Esel Mann]

The only easier way i know to score punani is a bottle of chard from pantsdropper vinyards. Downton rocks in my book!

[wdfifteen]

The last episode was too predictable, but overall the series was great entertainment.

[NoRush993/951]

I believe D.A. is a romantic rendition of classy "tribalism" which touches our DNA roots that we unknowingly are drawn to. Each character's storyline of success and disaster is sincerely encouraged and supported by the members of the tribe to varying degrees in their journey together thru life. In a way it parallels the Walton's show from the 70's in the supportive nature of the clan bolstering the individuals within it. American culture encourages the development of the individual spirit. Unfortunately, the collective tribe is a better life model but is dissuaded by the government as a successful tribe will be more difficult to control. Especially a bunch of them. Individuals as a whole are much easier to handle. The goverment's goal is to create dependent citizens which comply with their directives. The D.A. Tribe is self sufficient and thrives while responding to increasing hurdles of government in their lives. That in itself is a worthy theme worth pondering.
There are many other sub themes within D.A. that resonate within us, but the thought process of
all for one and one for all is noticeably absent now and I know I miss that genuine loyalty in this day and age.....

[recycled sixtie]

Originally Posted by NoRush993/951

I believe D.A. is a romantic rendition of classy "tribalism" which touches our DNA roots that we unknowingly are drawn to. Each character's storyline of success and disaster is sincerely encouraged and supported by the members of the tribe to varying degrees in their journey together thru life. In a way it parallels the Walton's show from the 70's in the supportive nature of the clan bolstering the individuals within it. American culture encourages the development of the individual spirit. Unfortunately, the collective tribe is a better life model but is dissuaded by the government as a successful tribe will be more difficult to control. Especially a bunch of them. Individuals as a whole are much easier to handle. The goverment's goal is to create dependent citizens which comply with their directives. The D.A. Tribe is self sufficient and thrives while responding to increasing hurdles of government in their lives. That in itself is a worthy theme worth pondering.
There are many other sub themes within D.A. that resonate within us, but the thought process of
all for one and one for all is noticeably absent now and I know I miss that genuine loyalty in this day and age.....

Impressive. Well thought out and well said.

[wdfifteen]

Originally Posted by NoRush993/951

I believe D.A. is a romantic rendition of classy "tribalism" which touches our DNA roots that we unknowingly are drawn to. Each character's storyline of success and disaster is sincerely encouraged and supported by the members of the tribe to varying degrees in their journey together thru life. In a way it parallels the Walton's show from the 70's in the supportive nature of the clan bolstering the individuals within it. American culture encourages the development of the individual spirit. Unfortunately, the collective tribe is a better life model but is dissuaded by the government as a successful tribe will be more difficult to control. Especially a bunch of them. Individuals as a whole are much easier to handle. The goverment's goal is to create dependent citizens which comply with their directives. The D.A. Tribe is self sufficient and thrives while responding to increasing hurdles of government in their lives. That in itself is a worthy theme worth pondering.
There are many other sub themes within D.A. that resonate within us, but the thought process of
all for one and one for all is noticeably absent now and I know I miss that genuine loyalty in this day and age.....

You got all that from Downton Abbey? It's mostly wrong.
The demise of the English manorial system wasn't brought about by governmental manipulation. It came about because of its own economic inefficiency. The primary activity of the manors was agriculture and the big manors could not support their idle owners in the face of competition from the US, where farmers were independent, worked harder, and only had to feed themselves before they turned a profit. In the face of competition a plot of land couldn't be profitable when it had to feed half a dozen idle owners who require at least as many unproductive servants to care for them.

[jhynesrockmtn]

Never got into it. I found it boring as hell. But I guess i dont know enough about film and acting and such to appreciate the finer points.

Yes, we get it, you were bored. Apparently not so bored that it prevented you from writing several posts saying how bored you were, thanks for letting us know. Great posts, not boring at all.

[mikester]

Downtown.

My wife loved it, I never watched an episode.

I still love it when one of her friends corrects me when I say 'downtown.' It makes me laugh, hits my troll nerve I guess...

Downtown.

[NoRush993/951]

Originally Posted by wdfifteen

You got all that from Downton Abbey? It's mostly wrong.
The demise of the English manorial system wasn't brought about by governmental manipulation. It came about because of its own economic inefficiency. The primary activity of the manors was agriculture and the big manors could not support their idle owners in the face of competition from the US, where farmers were independent, worked harder, and only had to feed themselves before they turned a profit. In the face of competition a plot of land couldn't be profitable when it had to feed half a dozen idle owners who require at least as many unproductive servants to care for them.

Actually taxation is what forced real estate to become a productive asset or slowly drained the land owner's bank account down to zero. It eliminated only providing a return for the estate as a sustaining life option. It's the British model that was exported here in 1913 that insures acceptance of fiat currency and compliance with government directives. Exactly the same as is occurring here in U.S. now. There are no caps on real estate taxes and they are exponential in nature. Eventually forcing it out of unproductive hands. Fee simple ownership no longer exists as it did prior to WW1. The state is the actual owner of all property and has a permanent first lien on all real estate. Try not paying your taxes and you'll quickly see who really owns it. We are all merely renters with varying levels of liens. Sorry, but I disagree.

[5String43]

We like it a lot. Clever, skillful writing, good acting, interesting characters who are all over the nice-to-mean spectrum, terrific scenery, and an interesting reflection of life before and between the wars. We watched the final episode last night and I found myself very sorry to see it gone. It will be tough to find something else to watch that is equally captivating.

[Nickshu]

This is hilarious: