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catchnrelease

(2,095 posts)
9. I have learned to love subtitles
Mon Mar 30, 2020, 06:54 PM
Mar 2020

Even for the English language shows. For exactly the reason you name. Sometimes the accents are so strong it's difficult to get what they say, plus it might be mumbled or too fast to catch. I found that I can choose the size of the text so it's small enough for me to see it but it doesn't distract from what's going on in the show. I might have to go back and 'rewind' a bit to hear what I missed, but at least with the subtitles I can read it if I still didn't catch the dialogue.

I will definitely look for Wanted. There have been a few good Aussie series. The Miss Fisher Murder Mysteries is set in Australia but I think it's produced by the BBC. They are kind of simplistic and 'hokey' in a way, but fun, light fare. It is set in the 20s and the costumes alone are worth a watch. Phryne Fisher is a fun character as she's supposed to be a wealthy, independent woman who answers to no one. While there are no explicit sex scenes, it's clear that Miss Fisher is as liberated as any man. That series is only on Acorn I think.

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I loved Penny Dreadful catchnrelease Mar 2020 #1
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I like it!! catchnrelease Mar 2020 #3
Do you have recommendations for "British detective/mystery" shows? Laura PourMeADrink Mar 2020 #5
Oh gosh catchnrelease Mar 2020 #6
I love the wit and humor compared to American tv. But Laura PourMeADrink Mar 2020 #7
I have learned to love subtitles catchnrelease Mar 2020 #9
Wanted Laura PourMeADrink Mar 2020 #8
Thanks for the heads up. Loved Penny Dreadful n/t sarge43 Mar 2020 #4
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