D @e va s Binge-able series returning to Netflix this fall » Shows to watch on our favourite streaming service Michele Provenzano Staff Writer A s the semester begins to ramp up in intensity, every college student needs a series to binge. It may be the treat you reward yourself with to wind down at the end of a hard day’s work. It may be the very thing that, combined with your lack of self-discipline and inclination to instant gratification, prevents a hard day’s work. Either way, Netflix has you covered! If you start streaming these Netflix originals now, you won't have to wait long for new episodes—these series are returning this fall with new seasons. The Kominsky Method * Genre: Comedy * Episode length: 22 to 33 minutes * Current number of episodes: 8 * Rotten Tomatoes score: 79% The Kominsky Method follows former Hollywood actor Sandy Kominsky (Michael Douglas) whose success has dwindled and now works as a coach for young actors. 'Gyaana' totem pole designed by Robert Davidson; Photo by Joe Mabel via Wikimedia Commons He and his longtime agent, Norman Newlander (Alan Arkin), navigate aging and all the tricky challenges it brings. The show bills itself as a comedy, and delivers such with the witty repartee between the two main characters. The chemistry between Douglas and Arkin is palpable. But the show also delivers truly poignant moments of connection between its characters. The show tackles themes of friendship, mortality, love, loss—and still sprinkles a few good laughs in between. Through its flawed and likeable characters, The Kominsky Method produces an enjoyable portrayal of the Hollywood experience. Season 2 of The Kominsky Method premieres on October 25. Atypical * Genre: Dramedy * Episode length: 26 to 38 minutes * Current number of episodes: 18 + Rotten Tomatoes score: 80% Atypical follows Sam Gardner (Keir Gilchrist), an 18-year-old on the autism Have an idea for a story? M arts@theotherpress.ca spectrum. Sam decides he’s ready to delve into the world of dating. This throws his close-knit family for a loop. His father Doug (Michael Rapaport), mother Elsa (VJennifer Jason Leigh), and sister Casey (Brigette Lundy-Paine) find themselves needing to adapt to his newfound independence. With Sam’s attempts to break out of his habits and the tumult that follows, the show portrays a realistic portrait of a family that is equally loving as it is dysfunctional. Each character goes through life-changing experiences that prompt them to reconsider who they really are, and in this way, each character feels endearing and raw. Atypical is surprising, heartwarming, and heartbreaking. Season 3 of Atypical premieres on November 1. Queer Eye * Genre: Reality * Episode length: 43 to 54 minutes * Current number of episodes: 33 * Rotten Tomatoes score: 91% ¢ Sarah Slean at Shadbolt Centre ¢ ‘Haida Modern’ review ¢ ‘The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening’ ..and more Photo by Erica Parise for ‘Atypical' via Netflix Queer Eye is the make-over style reality show. But the show’s team of lifestyle experts, the Fab Five, prefer to call it a make-better. Tan France, Jonathan Van Ness, Bobby Berk, Antoni Porowski, and Karamo Brown meet a new individual each episode, who they refer to as the “hero,” whose life they intend to transform. The group connects with the hero, guiding them towards making improvements in their life within the realms of fashion, grooming, design, food, wine, and culture. The Fab Five meets participants that tend to have beliefs that are different from their own; heroes often have never interacted with openly queer men. Queer Eye is the ultimate feel-good show, bringing touching moments each episode. Whether the team is tackling relevant social issues, delving into a hero’s psyche and lifting their self- esteem, or breathing new life into the communities they visit, the series is bound to bring a tear to your eye. Season 5 of Queer Eye premieres on November 1. BC's famous woodcarver properly appreciated. >» ‘Haida Modern’ review Jerrison Oracion Senior Columnist keen yr may have seen Robert Davidson's artwork in your neighbourhood—for example, many totem poles in British Columbia, or his piece “Hugging the World” in the Vancouver International Airport. Davidson's work has been seen around the world; he has made art that is true to his heritage for 50 years now. His work methods, inspirations, and life are explored in a new documentary called Haida Modern. It is directed by Charles Wilkinson, who has directed other local documentaries including Oil Sands Karaoke, Haida Gwaii: On the Edge of the World, and his previous documentary, Vancouver: No Fixed Address (I actually had a small appearance in this movie during a scene where a group of musicians perform on Granville Street). In the movie, we see Davidson making his artwork at his workshop in Haida Gwaii—we witness how precise he is when carving and painting one of his masterpieces. His artwork is also showcased with zoom ins, panning shots, and close-ups to highlight the small details in his carvings. He has not only made art in the province but also makes commissioned artwork for the rest of the world. Throughout the documentary, Wilkinson follows Davidson as he goes around the world (New York and Texas) to showcase his work. They also participate in Indigenous ceremonies. The documentary shows how Davidson expresses his thoughts on the world and how it should be fixed, connecting those thoughts with reconciliation and the current political landscape. Davidson's family is also interviewed— the film reflects on his legacy, the many people that love him, and those that argue that he is one of the most important artists in modern history. While Davidson isa serious woodcarver, he also has a sense of humour and wears cool shirts. The scenes where we see him carving are interesting; the panning shots add to the artwork and gives you a more in depth view. His skill teaches the viewer that the wood must be carved a lot of times to make it look very detailed. Learning more about the totem poles and art exhibitions that he has created will make you appreciate them more. During a Q&A of the documentary at the Vancouver International Film Festival this year, Wilkinson talked about how they filmed Haida Modern. They filmed the interview sections with Davidson with total of three sessions, and the rest of the filming was him working in his studio and showing his artwork. Then, the Other Press asked Wilkinson if there is anything was particularly interesting to him about seeing Davidson working, and he told us that he was fascinated by the cutting of the wood since his family actually worked in the sawmill industry. We also asked Davidson what advice he would give to any artists that like to do Indigenous art and his advice is this: do your homework. After the Q&A, we talked to Davidson and asked him how his trip to New York City was. He said that it was great, and how he envisioned the city. If you do not know a lot about Robert Davidson and his famous artwork, Haida Modern isa great explanation of it. Haida Modern will be shown again at the Vancouver Playhouse on October u at 3 pm, and will air on Knowledge Network soon.