Question about Outlander - Outlander (2014) Discussion

[–] India_Ana 7 years ago

It is a time-traveling adventure. But the first book does have a lot of romance in it. Which is due to a courtship and marriage. Plus, the groom was a virgin and making up for going without prior to marriage. If you can get past the first season, you should be okay with the seasons that come after. 

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[–] serviceuaustin 7 years ago

Drama first, romance second, sci-fi time-travel third. The romantic triangles are definitely unconventional, as one involves the time-travel aspect of things, and one involves different sexual orientations.

I don't like girly romances, and I LOVE Outlander. Well worth watching.

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[–] laura1-07 7 years ago

It is definitely a drama before a girly romance. But there is an unconventional love triangle in the first season.

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[–] FSUFilmFan 7 years ago

Laura's summary is perfect. Just watch. If you like the first season, you'll be fine. Definitely a binge worthy show.

FSUMovieFan

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[–] redbrioche 7 years ago

I thought that only wee little boys despise "girly" creatures and later on when they get older they change their minds regarding women, at least ones their own age. Is not a woman interesting enough to you for fellows to have some empathy for her besides merely getting sexually excited by her? Is a woman's "hotness" all there is to your view of her? I feel sorry for the chances you've missed to see women as people. Sorry if we girlies are just too female for you to appreciate. What prejudice!!

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[–] FreedomWatchTower 7 years ago

Please do not be over sensitive, i didn't mean anything in regards as woman as objects in any kind. With "Girly" i meant shows like "Sex and the City", "Gossip Girl" and so on, i know that there are "Gender Neutral" Shows and shows with a specific demographic in mind, or do you know a lot of Woman watching "Entourage" (in direct comparison to those shows i mentioned)

[Excuse my english im not Canadian/American/English/Australien/whatever...]

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[–] Nidratime 7 years ago

No, this show does not resemble Sex and the City or Gossip Girl at all. Of course, I've never seen Gossip Girl because it holds no interest for me whatsoever.

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[–] redbrioche 7 years ago

To me, "girly" is dismissive of women in general. Almost from the beginning of film there were movies considered "women's pictures", which I think is unfair. Romance should not be denigrated. Women like romance even if these days they won't admit it. I remember my surprise (and !!@??##) when a handsome European man kissed my hand and looked me in the eyes while doing it. The new series "Victoria" probably also turns men off. But there are many of us "womanly" (not "girly") creatures who appreciate thoughtful and respectful men, not the grabby, tough type. In my case, I like period movies more than current-day ones, so I don't have to be convinced. Part of it is my dislike for contemporary "fashion" and my love for most period costumes (except possibly the "nightgowns" of the Jane Austin era). But I can see the attraction for young women and girls of Jane Austin manners -- so different from the lack of male manners today.

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[–] FreedomWatchTower 7 years ago

So as i understand you "Girly" is your personal N-Word, in other words we are fighting over Words, i consider for example "The Expendables" Trilogy as manly, and if some people describe them, they say manly (you can argue with the choice of film but most people would describe it as that) do i feel offended ? no!. You have a right to feel offended, and not to dictate the whole way, soon everybody will feel offended about anything and we will describe each other and everything neutral, so a future non offending conversation could go like this "My person was ones described as Born man, am i allowed to greet and talk to you person of ones known as woman ?. If yes i would like to being allowed to look at you, so dont be afraid i come in peace with no intention.".

Politics aside, so you like the Show for its costumes, i heard from allot of people, and have even seen allot of Books about the Downtown Abbey and Made men fashion, interesting

[Excuse my english im not Canadian/American/English/Australien/whatever...]

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[–] FnkyChkn34 7 years ago

...or do you know a lot of Woman watching "Entourage" (in direct comparison to those shows i mentioned)

I'm a woman and I loved Entourage! I never watched Sex in the City or Gossip Girl. I like Game of Thrones and Chicago PD and the Grand Tour and lots of non "girly" stuff - and Outlander. I'm not offended by the word, but I guess that makes me a tomboy. (The "girliest" show I watch is probably Grey's Anatomy? Oh, but I have watched some in the past, like Hart of Dixie.)

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[–] bunny-39952 7 years ago

Back in the day I was described as a "girlie tomboy" which I took to mean someone as comfortable in a dress and heels at a fancy dinner as they were comfortable in jeans and a tee shirt playing football...which I did. Wasn't offended. With respect, people seem to have become extraordinarily sensitive to any perceived slight. Which is not to say that a person shouldn't be called out on unacceptable language/behavior. I like to see the lay of the land before crossing it. All my opinionated opinion. 😉

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[–] FnkyChkn34 7 years ago

That's a pretty good way to describe me as well, though usually more jeans and t-shirts than dresses. Sure, I got dressed up for the occasional school dance and prom and church, but I definitely wore jeans to school everyday. Now as an adult, it's definitely a healthy mix.

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[–] bunny-39952 7 years ago

When I was young and foolish, I adhered to the Fernando Lamas edict that it was "better to look good than to feel good". As I got older (and smarter), comfort became more of a priority...except for shoes. I love me my high heel shoes. Used to be able to run for the bus in four inch heels...those were the days! 😄

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