With the growing demand for entertainment, the joy just couldn’t be enough for movies and TV shows.
Thank you, Gloria Internet and your beautiful invention called “Web Series”.
In the past (but rare) years, the web series has come a long way. You have a critically acclaimed show on the web; You have stars appearing, all of which have created awareness, great enthusiasm and joy among the masses.
These are some amazing online webisodes that capture the hearts of many and give everyone a voice. The following are the top 8 of them. (Disagree? Please feel free to tell us why?)
SOS: Let’s save our skin
Starring and written by the team behind British television staples (Smack the Pony and The IT Crowd), the series follows two British nerds, Stephen and Ben, played by Chris Haywood and Nat Saunders, respectively, who are excited with its convention in New York. After reaching the city, they wake up to find that they are the only two people left on Earth. The show boasts of comedy, science fiction, and of course, horror. With just 13 episodes it has gained a good number of audiences and took home the award for Best British Series at last year’s Raindance Web Fest.
video game high school
Come on, we’d be causing a lot of heartache if we didn’t mention this epic action-comedy web series. The concept is set in the future and tells us about the experience of the protagonist, a gamer, Brian Doheny (Josh Playlock) at VGHS, an elite facility that is dedicated to teaching a video game curriculum, only video games. Did we hear you say Woaahhhh? The series is produced by Freddie Wong’s RocketJump Studios.
sad motivational
How’s this for a premise? A guy is going through a bad breakup, the situation is already getting worse, and a creepy, globular, murderous green friend, Mark shows up (those devil-types dancing on the shoulder) and whispers sweet perversion in the former’s ears. As Kevin makes moves on his ex-girlfriend’s roommate, his supposed acting guide goads him with threatening comments. Very intense? Sinister? Exciting? Regardless of how you feel about this psychological thriller, it has won over most horror fans.
F to 7th
The brains behind this critically acclaimed series, Ingrid Jungermann is a familiar face in the entertainment industry with her dynamic first attempt ‘The Slope’. Jungermann writes, directs and stars in this critically acclaimed show that explores the life of a gay woman struggling to find her identity in the modern world. The show portrays the insecurities of a middle-aged lesbian in a compelling yet funny way. With popular names like Kristen Connolly (House of Cards) guest-starring and funded by the Spike Lee Production Award, we can safely assume season three will be ready by the middle of the year.
H+: the digital series
Created by Bryan Singer and Warner Bros., ‘H+’ is an apocalyptic sci-fi that will have you wondering about the existence of the technology and the potential threat that may arise if humanity loses control in the days to come. H+ offers the nightmarish image of the future, accompanied by an ambitious narrative and cinematic visual effects.
Written
“Breaking bad news is hard to do…especially when you don’t know what it is,” is how the story turns in this much-loved web series. Fun fact: there are no scripts and it is based on an impromptu conversation. Australia’s best comedians take on the ultimate challenge and perform in this completely impromptu show that puts them in the most awkward situation, different each episode and live on camera. Simple, but very original! Not to mention, he’s won several awards at LA Web Fest last year.
high maintenance
The list is incomplete if we don’t consider ‘High Maintenance’ by Ben Sinclair and Katja Blichfeld. This black comedy redefines the term ‘stoner’. The web series follows an anonymous marijuana delivery man named The Guy (played by Sinclair) as he encounters new customers in New York City. Customers more or less need more than just a joint. Trust the show to surprise you with each episode with The Guy witnessing relationship breakups, job crises, family wars and much more. We are not the only ones in awe of the show; the fan base rises with the likes of Orange, New Black creator Jenji Kohan, and Downton Abbey star Dan Stevens.
woman justice
It’s no surprise that ‘Justice Woman’ gained recognition for its portrayal of today’s unjust society. The multifaceted Vanessa Verduga understood the impact the show would create when she imagined Justice Woman in October 2012. The web series follows the story of a very modern and original assistant district attorney, Sofia Escala, who after discovering the legal system was destined to serve justice. without prejudice she is full of corruption and collusion. She is determined to put an end to this and dons the secret identity of Justice Woman with the help of her partner and best friend, Robert Gallion. The series has won her many awards in a short period of time, including Vanessa herself for Best Leading Actress at the 2013 Los Angeles Web Festival and Best Sexy Actress at the 2014 Rome Web Awards in Italy and the Award for Excellence in Multimedia from the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors (making her the first winner). This year she is spinning at the ROME WEB AWARDS with numerous nominations.
Do you agree with the above list? Contribute by enlightening us if you have other favorites.