New SciFi Wire Article, (Possible spoilers)
POSTED BY: Sniper
UPDATED: Monday, January 24, 2005 15:46
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I have no knowledge of 1984,but I do see the connection between the Architect in the Matrix and our very own Mr. Universe.
Both these characters play on the idea that "Information is power", which is a very valid idea in today's society. Thus I find that it is a good idea for a story, if implemented correctly in a fitting one.
The Architect was bad in the Matrix 2 and 3, because the movies were bad. I'm not going to bash these movies now, even though I want to.
Mr. Universe, on the other hand, I believe will be implemented correctly in a fitting story, because Serenity is a completely different story from The Matrix story.
Joss will make the idea "Mr. Universe" work, and I have no doubt that the actor will give us what Joss means is correct for this character.
Sincerly can't wait till the Big Damn Movie's released.
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Now the problem with stories is that they always have to be in a limited span. Cause if you go to far you will lose the understanding of the audience or their patience. Just look at the Matrix 2 and 3. So if you are going to limit what you can write about, then it is always best to go with some standard types, ie. Badger and this Mr. Universe (I wonder if he is the Governor of California as well). I would guess this type of character is easy to understand even if the idea of someone having links to who knows how many planets seems a little far-fetched, but hey, its just two minutes in the movie. It wouldn't be the first time Joss has used something or someone who has all the answers, just look at how much stuff they found on the computer in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. If I would hazard a guess, Joss reached a point in his story where there were no leads as to where the Serenity crew needed to head or he just wanted to throw in something different.
Whatever the cause I sure it was a good idea.
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