Help! I don't know what to buy!!! Battlestar? Dead Like Me? *whimper*
POSTED BY: EmpireX
UPDATED: Tuesday, December 25, 2007 15:55
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Although a lot of folks compare FIREFLY and BSG (and there's no denying a certain similarity of visuals), at their hearts, the two are, to me, no more similar than Star Wars and Star Trek. Sure, both take place in space and both are riddled with modern allegory/metaphor, but that's about where it ends.
Don't get me wrong, I like BSG, but it's NOT a replacement for FIREFLY by any stretch of the imagination. BSG is well-plotted, but it's also often dreary, overwrought, and humorless. Although some of the actors are truly exceptional, many of them are wooden.
But I guess that's okay, because I'm often left with the feeling that (unlike FIREFLY, where character MEANS something) these folks are just pieces on a big ol' galactic chessboard, and the writers and powers-that-be move them around at will.
Then there's DEAD LIKE ME, which, as has been pointed out, is a fun (and slightly twisted) show, but probably better rented than purchased.
Despite not loving BSG, I'd say that it's the better PURCHASE of the two... just don't expect FIREFLY.
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Originally posted by GWEK:
Although a lot of folks compare FIREFLY and BSG (and there's no denying a certain similarity of visuals)
That's what I meant about the similarities. Both shows have the same visual FX company. The camera work, the spacecraft, and layered scenes all remind me of Firefly. There's something very familiar and comfortable about it.
But the shows are completely different. Truth be told, I would find it hard to watch a show that tracks similar to Firefly. Too many comparisons to be made. My husband wants so badly to like the new vamp show, Moonlight. But he's constantly comparing it to Angel -- and Moonlight comes up short. Nothing will ever replace Firefly for me.
I would still recommend BSG over other sci-fi shows for DVD purchase.
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Gwek: I agree that BSG and Firefly have completely different scopes and feels to us fans of the genre. But viewed on the scale of everything else on TV, even good stuff like Dead Like Me, they are very alike! By which I mean to say: to a non-scifi fan, Star Trek and Star Wars might look exactly the same, shocking as that may be!
But there's no denying that Firefly and BSG appeal to the same audience, generally speaking. It's intelligent sci-fi. There's space and action, but they don't just crap on the human side of things.
Now, speaking for myself, I don't see the hands of the writers blatantly present in the BSG characterizations, except for an episode here and there. But that's unavoidable. Would have happened with Firefly too, if it'd gone on for 3+ seasons.
EmpireX: As for the romance issue... well... there are romances a'plenty, though none have anything like the charm of Mal/Inara. The longest lasting romance (Gaius and the blonde) is quite unusual, but in a way I find highly entertaining. One of the highlights of season 1 for me, actually.
BSG does raise all kinds of questions about different types of relationships and social issues. A bit heavy-handed, with none of Firefly's finesse, but at least they're trying. It's certainly not the usual TV drama crap.
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Being male and inept might be an occupation but my pastime is sci-fi. Ask the "other" what might be best. And be sure that the BSG you get is the right one. My brother would more or less go for the original "Lorne Green" version from the seventies. Personally I prefer the more modern Sci-Fi Channel version but I still like to watch the original. Farscape I had no time for.
Just take the time to ask someone who knows. Of the Star Treks I still prefer the original. My wife still prefers to get me seasons of The Next Generation.
Wubba-who?
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It appears you're gonna need more coupons. 
BSG Reimagined
Wonderfalls
Dead Like Me I and II
Eureka I (II not yet out)
Band of Brothers
All excellent boxsets.
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I'm surprised Chrisisall hasn't been here yet to tell you to get 'Dark Angel'
myself I would rent things on netflix,
decide for yourself what you need to own...
and THEN use the coupons!
Do you already have all of Buffy & Angel?
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Not into sci-fi much? GET DARK ANGEL!!!
It's like Firefly in that the people come before the sci-fi, and the lead actors are great! The stories are compelling and have humour and depth...it's really more of a love story surrounded by action and drama.
That would be my FIRST recommendation!
Hi Em Chrisisall
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OK. I took the plunge. I bought BSG Season 1.
I frakking love it.
Just thought I'd make it official with an announcement. Thanks, guys!
How awesome are Lee and Starbuck?!? What a cast!
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