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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 07:40 PM
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dude I thought episode II was a million times better than the first...
there's still not a lot of personality coming out of these guys but there was a lot more humor, fewer awkward moments, and the content was good I thought.

fave line: "maybe that is a british thing? Lying?"

Low point: apparent insistence on determining the best model in the lineup by drag racing (first the lambos, now the astons)

Most amazing: the parallel parking job by the blind dude. unbelievable.

I think the thing I miss the most is the the narration by clarkson. If you listen to what these guys are saying during the narratives, it's totally the same kind of crap that clarkson would say...it just doesn't sound right without the english accent, deep voice, and delivery.
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 07:55 PM
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Agreed, much better than before. The cinematography in the EVO film wasn't that good, but the Aston one was better and so was the interview. I think with more episodes, it will get better and better (hopefully).
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 07:56 PM
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Its seems too scripted to me, the original seemed off the cuff Churchillesque banter. i do love me so cars tho so i will still watch it.
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 10:14 PM
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Better episode, but tanner still seems really stiff in front of the camera. I wish the interview didn't go straight to the cars he drove, but maybe a funny story. I am pretty sure we all want a little intro before we see the stigs lap.
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 03:21 AM
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Missed it.

Anybody have a link to a stream?
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 03:26 AM
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Originally Posted by dombey,Nov 28 2010, 11:40 PM
Most amazing: the parallel parking job by the blind dude. unbelievable.
That was pretty freaking sweet. I also liked Rutledge's attempt.
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 05:42 AM
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I'm encouraged by the trend. I didn't hate Ep. 1 as seems to be so common, but #2 was quite a bit better IMO.
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 06:38 AM
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I only got to see the first couple minutes so far, but they looked much more in rhythm than the first episode.
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 08:06 AM
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Looking forward to watching this when I get home. But not half as much as you guys are looking forward to reading my review. ...because if there's one thing we need, it's yet another opinion on TG-USA. AmIright???
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 08:29 AM
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It was better, I really enjoyed the EVO X/ski race.

I had a few good laughs too.
Good job!

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