Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

[Lenny]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Holy moley! I did not expect that ending at all... but it was everything I hoped it would be, and it sets the third series up for us to see some things I've been dying for:

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more detail and backstory on the freelancers, some actual time travel, and exploration of the timelines. I'm starting to think that Continuum is parallel timelines, rather than a fixed timeline (the future stays the same, regardless of the past - time simply uses other vessels to get things done) or a dynamic timeline (such as that in the Back to the Futures). Confirmation of this, or even just five minutes of exposition, would really make my day

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On some of the revelations:

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I've been suspecting that Jason was Alec's son since the "are we related?" question was brought up, simply because timey-wimey, but I did not see Escher being Alec's father coming

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I am really looking forward to series three (maybe, when it comes round to it, we could create a separate series three thread, so that people don't stumble in expecting no spoilers, allowing us to discuss things more freely). The choice the producers have to make now is whether they're going to take the plunge and go deeper into their mythology (similar to the changes Fringe went through after their second series), or if they're going to try and keep it as mainstream as possible. Obviously I'm hoping they take the plunge.

 

[Connavar]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Holy moley! I did not expect that ending at all... but it was everything I hoped it would be, and it sets the third series up for us to see some things I've been dying for:

Spoiler

more detail and backstory on the freelancers, some actual time travel, and exploration of the timelines. I'm starting to think that Continuum is parallel timelines, rather than a fixed timeline (the future stays the same, regardless of the past - time simply uses other vessels to get things done) or a dynamic timeline (such as that in the Back to the Futures). Confirmation of this, or even just five minutes of exposition, would really make my day

.

On some of the revelations:

Spoiler

I've been suspecting that Jason was Alec's son since the "are we related?" question was brought up, simply because timey-wimey, but I did not see Escher being Alec's father coming

!

I am really looking forward to series three (maybe, when it comes round to it, we could create a separate series three thread, so that people don't stumble in expecting no spoilers, allowing us to discuss things more freely). The choice the producers have to make now is whether they're going to take the plunge and go deeper into their mythology (similar to the changes Fringe went through after their second series), or if they're going to try and keep it as mainstream as possible. Obviously I'm hoping they take the plunge.

I agree on season 3 thread when it comes out, i have not been posting in this thread just because i dont have the urge to deal with spoiler tags or risk ruining the series for new fans.

The finale was amazing and all i hoped for too, it was so surprising what actually happened with Alec, learning all about Escher, Freelancers. Season 3 they must take the plunge and deal with the different timelines issue. I agree it doesnt seem to be fixed timeline the future in this series. Freelancers wouldnt be so worried otherwise.

 

[ctg]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

The ending, ending confused me as I'm not really sure that the time-jump happened as to me it looked like another timeline. Maybe I need to rewatch the episode couple of times to get what really happened there.

 

[Connavar]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

The ending, ending confused me as I'm not really sure that the time-jump happened as to me it looked like another timeline. Maybe I need to rewatch the episode couple of times to get what really happened there.

The jump happened and i cant wait for the writers to explain if its a new timeline or just going back a little to change what happened in the finale and still change the future. I wonder really if the freelancers can fight the changes in the timeline as they seem to look. The ending to the ep was great, i felt for the ones in those cages. I know what is confusing you about another timeline, Kira had a dream about being caught like she was in the end early in season 2.

Its getting complex, confusing in a good way. This is a good smart SF tv like Fringe was. I prefer thinking, trying the understand the story like this rather than dumb, generic plain SF like Defience, Revolution type.

 

[Anthony G Williams]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I have carefully not read the last few posts, as I am waiting with increasing impatience for Season 2 to be available on DVD in the UK....

 

[Laeraneth]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Keeping everything spoiler free, (and being a new joiner to the forum!) I can only echo what others have said and say that although the first three or four episodes of the first season left me a bit unsure (they stretched crdulity slightly and were a bit overly actiony/shooty bang bang ) everything from then has just got better and better as it's gone on.
I'd go so far as to say the end of the first season was one of the best TV episodes I've seen all year.

It's a great show, and absolutely worth committing some time to!

 

[Perpetual Man]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I agree with the others. The last episode was magnificent, it is the way that end of season episode should be made.

The same night as watching this I watched the last episode of the current run of Falling Skies, which was bland, filled with 'game changing moments' that weren't. The whole thing came across as lacklustre, while this started pulling the twists out at the start of the episode and just kept them coming, with an closing scene or two that just kept you wanting more.

 

[Phyrebrat]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I have enjoyed this show - both series - and find the more dark or bleak side of it very appealing. I recently discovered (as in a month ago!) Warehouse 13 and have mainlined all 4 seasons in 2 weeks.

Continuum offers a great balance to W13's comedy. My only complaint is that the actress has had her eye tag/mole/whatever removed. I hope that was a personal choice and not something the network/creators/society pressured her into.

pH

 

[Anthony G Williams]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Yes, Warehouse 13 is fun and I enjoyed the first couple of seasons, but it began to be rather repetitive and not obviously leading anywhere, so I stopped following it.

 

[Anthony G Williams]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I'm STILL waiting for any sign of Season 2 becoming available on DVD in the UK. Does anyone know when it might arrive?

 

[ctg]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Anthony, it will be most likely published after the start of third season and your renewed warning of not spoiling anything. It happened this year, and I'll expect it to happen next year as well.

Sorry sir. 7

 

[martin321]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I'm STILL waiting for any sign of Season 2 becoming available on DVD in the UK. Does anyone know when it might arrive?

I'm in the same boat as you, still waiting for season two. I picked up season one on DVD, having heard almost nothing about the show. It turned out to be much better than I might have expected given the lack of hype. Not perfect, but very good and with lots of potential plotwise.

 

[Anthony G Williams]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Good to hear, but I'm still waiting for any word on Season 2 becoming available!

 

[ctg]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Good to hear, but I'm still waiting for any word on Season 2 becoming available!

TBA still, and like I said before, it's more likely to follow the pattern and as soon as CBS start putting third one out, the second season will come available for the purchase. So blame Canadians and their weird policies for that.

 

[martin321]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Good to hear, but I'm still waiting for any word on Season 2 becoming available!

According to Amazon, Continuum Season 2 (DVD) has a UK release date of 7th April, 2014.

 

[Anthony G Williams]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Thanks - made a note in my diary!

 

[martin321]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

Just bear in mind that those watching on DVD are only up to season one so far. So if you could avoid too many major spoilers in this thread then that would be good.

 

[Dave]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I've just started watching Season 1 and I'm pleasantly surprised at how good it is. I'd also suggest a separate thread for Season 3. Just begin a new thread and then link to it here for others to see.

 

[martin321]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

I finished watching season 2 a couple of days ago, and I enjoyed it very much (apart from a couple of minor things). The last two episodes were particularly good, with an interesting ending.

I also think that a separate thread for season 3 would be a good idea. Less chance of someone accidentally seeing a spoiler.

 

[Anthony G Williams]

re: Continuum: Seasons 1 & 2 (no spoilers for Season 3+)

The DVD of Season 2 is on sale in the UK, but my amazon film rental service STILL states that it is "not available for rental", and gives no date for when it might be.