So Who Watched Chuck? & What;'s Your View?

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DARKFLY

Monday, October 1, 2007 7:30 AM

Like every other Firefly Forum has done this post so why not FF.net, so have you seen Chuck and if so what do you think of it and did you like our BDH Adam Baldwin role in it.

Since I'm English, Chuck isn't shown over here and might never be so I did it the internet way, note to self stop using internet illegally for personnel gain to watch Big Damn Heroes.
I watched it yesterday and thought is was quite entertaining, a fresh of breath air compared to most TV show's nowadays and liked how it has proper Geek...I mean Nerd reference's.
Adam I think got to bring out a little of his Jayne personality in this one unlike most of his other roles.

And that CIA agent Sarah is smoking HOTTTT!!!!!

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BAPTISMO

Monday, October 1, 2007 7:32 AM

seen it, really enjoyed it. Cant wait for more.

ECGORDON

Monday, October 1, 2007 11:44 AM

I liked a lot of the show, especially the actors playing Chuck and Morgan. However, I am getting tired of shows that depict the NSA, CIA and other government agencies as total whack jobs. Perhaps it's close to the truth, in which case we're in a helluva lot worse shape in the world that I already fear.

Adam was good, but in real life I don't think he would have made it very far up the agency ladder with that cold-blooded an attitude. Of course, I know this is not real life, but it makes it hard for me to accept that portion of the show.

KC5F

Monday, October 1, 2007 11:58 AM

Actually, I was sort of pleased that I found the show rather boring. I don't need another show to tie me to the TV, and since Adam isn't a major character, I won't miss him too much.

DARKFLY

Monday, October 1, 2007 12:03 PM

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Originally posted by KC5F:
Actually, I was sort of pleased that I found the show rather boring. I don't need another show to tie me to the TV, and since Adam isn't a major character, I won't miss him too much.

Adam's is like the 3rd or 4th main character,that is major!

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KC5F

Monday, October 1, 2007 4:20 PM

Well, unless he was on screen during the times I was nodding off, I only noticed him for a minute or two on the pilot and then again right at the end for a half-second. Didn't seem like a major part to me...

MISTERG

Monday, October 1, 2007 4:24 PM

Tivo'd

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CYBERSNARK

Monday, October 1, 2007 4:32 PM

It took me a while to get into it, but I'll definitely be tuning in next week.

A warning: don't go into it expecting anything remotely realistic. It's a comedy; a parody of prime-time action-dramas (just as Reaper is a parody of supernatural "demon-hunting" shows).

If you must, try to pretend that it takes place in the "heightened" reality of The Matrix (where people can survive powerful explosions by jumping away, million-terabyte files can be downloaded in seconds, laptops are everywhere, and information can be directly downloaded through a computer screen).

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SICKDUDE

Monday, October 1, 2007 4:51 PM

I liked it, too. Thought it was good fun.

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JWHEDONADDICT

Monday, October 1, 2007 6:01 PM

Yeah I liked it on the first viewing, more so on the second.

Seriously, the actor who plays Chuck is entirely too cute to be a nerd.

Then again, the same could be said for the nerds/dorks in Joss's shows, so I'll leave it alone.

Liked the Sydney Bristow wannabe a little more on the second viewing, but still kinda think she's miscast.

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DOGJOY3

Monday, October 1, 2007 6:34 PM

I loved Chuck! Adam was his Bad-Ass self! Awesome!

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MSG

Monday, October 1, 2007 7:43 PM

Haven't seen it all ,but I did tivo it...the part I did see seemed good...
As for CIA, NSA, etc all being whack jobs..it's not the whole agency, just the ones who work in the special parts... I had a student who's dad was CIA and he seemed very nice...of course we were really careful to be nice to him too...
Certain types of jobs attract whack jobs because you kind of have to be one to be comfortable doing some of that stuff..at least as far as I can tell:)

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AURAPTOR

Monday, October 1, 2007 8:00 PM

Like it so far. Though not the first time an unsuspecting character has been implanted w/ secrets w/ out their permission. ( River - Firefly and John Doe ) Adam plays more of a Jayne type character - shoot first, then ask questions, and I like that. Nothing against Marcus Hamilton and his charcater from The Inside, but he does rough around the edges quite nicely.

Chuck's sister is absurdly hot as well. I look for Adam's character to catch her eye and he and Mr Wonderful have a go at each other for her affection. Maybe ? We'll see.

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SICKDUDE

Monday, October 1, 2007 8:54 PM

I liked Capt Awesome. He's just so... awesome.

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NCBROWNCOAT

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 12:37 AM

In the middle of the second episode right now. Casey is definately the more articulate, better educated ancestor of Jayne Cobb. Even when it come to passing out when drugged.

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GRIZWALD

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 12:56 AM

Cracking up here! I hope for more interaction between the other nerds. Loved the Mac/LINUX lines.

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SISTER

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 1:22 AM

....I like it! Adam is GREAT...and I like the main character...he's very funny.

MISSTRESSAHARA

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 2:28 AM

Second show was even better than the first and I love that Adam's getting more air time, he seemed more of an extra in the pilot but there was so much more of him here and he managed to show off his comedic gold during the dinner scene (how he just shows up.... WITH MINI QUICHES! A man shows up with mini quiches, you just gotta adore that) And damn.... he got beat up by a girl, true she wasn't 90 pounds but hey....

And for me the best parts were after he got drugged and tried to stay awake, "Yeah, we may have got it wrong." while he's slowly passing out.... and I just lol when they come into the store and Chuck's looking around and suddenly *BOOM*, Casey falls down, Chuck doesn't even notice, then he get's up again like nothing happened. Just sweeeet. Adam and the guy who plays Chuck play well off each other. There was enough action, all out humour, and some sweetness to make this a keeper for me.

Please NBC, give it a chance.

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Tuesday, October 2, 2007 4:12 AM

"Damn tranquilizer." (or was it "Damn tranq dart")

I'm betting that Casey is gonna be reluctant to do "what he's best at" when they're done with Chuck.

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ZZETTA13

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 8:41 AM

I really like the show. It does brighten up Monday night. I’m waiting for Adams character to tell Chuck and the CIA agent, “ Hey, know what the chain of command is? “

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JAKE7

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 4:53 PM

I really enjoyed last night's episode! I was greatly amused at watching Chuck try to teach Casey the store policies, etc. Then the two agents working to convince Chuck that the other one was dangerous.

The part where they followed the wrong beacon and found Morgan at Buy More. So many funny moments in this show!

I'm hooked. Now that I've said that, I'll be paranoid about it getting canceled! Of course, this show has one thing going for it -- it's NOT on F*x!!!

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PACHELBEL

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 6:44 PM

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Originally posted by Sickdude:
I liked Capt Awesome. He's just so... awesome.

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He is! Can we get a group hug?

Haven't seen the second ep, but the first was good enough to tape the second one. I agree with most sentiments here.

It's good, not great, but worth tuning into again.

Anyone notice Adam's character has another "girl's name"?

VALERIEBEAN

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 8:54 PM

So, yeah, parts of it were contrived, but who can't love a series with so many well-played nerd jokes and a *ninja* in the first ep?! When I first heard the premise, I thought it would be totally stupid, and the premise still is a bit, but the actual episodes crack me up. I thought it would be a drama, but it is so totally comedy without being sitcom stupid.

I appreciate the most that they manage to convey nerd life without overtly criticizing or making fun of it - just showing what is. Case point - the comment about ninja revenge.

Absolutely *loved* Casey's (Adam Baldwin's) entrance in the first ep... and the second ep. I think Adam Baldwin is pretty good at melting into roles, so stop looking for Jayne! He's Casey now!

Captain Awesome is indeed awesome. Chuck's "let's do this" line in ep 2 is so well-delivered, I'm still laughing.

Yep... I'm a Chuck fan!

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STOWEAWAY

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 9:59 PM

Flambe!

Hehehe -- love Adam in this show!

GORRAMGROUPIE

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 10:56 PM

Whole family's hooked, even on our crap piece TV that goes squiggly when it's mostly dark colors, we still watch and laugh. It's not a real thinker, just fun. Give the actors a few episodes to get into it, and it's gonna be a good fun show to watch!

EARLY

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 11:26 PM

Not as funny as I was hoping but it has potential.

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SAVEWASH

Tuesday, October 2, 2007 11:56 PM

Oh, Mistressahara, you beat me to it! I was all ready to post about how Jayne got almost got beat up by a 90-pound girl again! 'Cause that's never gonna get old.

I loved the line, "I never kid about mini-quiches." (Or something like that.) I think Adam is having fun with this show, as are the others. So far, I'm hooked! We'll see if they can keep it up.

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SIMONWHO

Wednesday, October 3, 2007 12:49 AM

Liked the rhetorical line in the helicopter:

"Who's flying this thing?"

Now where have I heard that before?

Definitely a lot of potential in the show but I think they should establish some definite big bad or end goal for them to be working towards soon.

STOWEAWAY

Wednesday, October 3, 2007 4:45 AM

Did you guys catch Chuck's brain dump when he says, "Oceanic flight 815 was actually shot down by......"

My husband was screaming at the television. "By who? Who shot them down?!"
Seems he's having a little LOST withdrawal.

Anyone seen any interviews with Adam since Chuck started? I'd love to hear his 2 cents about the show. Maybe at the upcoming cons.

SICKDUDE

Wednesday, October 3, 2007 5:30 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Stoweaway:
Did you guys catch Chuck's brain dump when he says, "Oceanic flight 815 was actually shot down by......"

My husband was screaming at the television. "By who? Who shot them down?!"
Seems he's having a little LOST withdrawal.

The Lost board where I hang out occasionally is having a field day with this one.

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GORRAMREEVERS

Wednesday, October 3, 2007 6:46 PM

My fav part of ep#2 was when Adam was fighting the other agent-Lady, and she was kicking his butt.

I kept hearing Wash say "Tell the part when Jayne gets his butt kicked by a 50 pound girl, 'cause that's NEVER gettin' old! " :)

-GR

JWHEDONADDICT

Thursday, October 4, 2007 6:46 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Sickdude:
Quote:
Originally posted by Stoweaway:
Did you guys catch Chuck's brain dump when he says, "Oceanic flight 815 was actually shot down by......"

My husband was screaming at the television. "By who? Who shot them down?!"
Seems he's having a little LOST withdrawal.

The Lost board where I hang out occasionally is having a field day with this one.

Did that board happen to catch the numbers on the fortune from the fortune cookie Duncan gave Veronica on VERONICA MARS, in Season 2? Hurley's numbers?

And don't we ALL know who shot the plane down by now?

Select to view spoiler:

Desmond realized he did it

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DEEPLYKIDDING

Friday, October 5, 2007 12:03 AM

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Anyone seen any interviews with Adam since Chuck started? I'd love to hear his 2 cents about the show. Maybe at the upcoming cons.

Stoweaway - I did a quick google search "Adam Baldwin Chuck" and found a few, particularly:
http://www.buddytv.com/articles/chuck/exclusive-interview-chuck-star-1
1355.aspx

I thought the show was *awesome*, in a goofy sort of way. Great escapism!

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DARKFLY

Friday, October 5, 2007 4:18 PM

Isn't Chuck just so AWESOME.

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EMBERS

Friday, October 5, 2007 6:54 PM

I seriously love this show, it is my new favorite show on TV...
Best thing: lots of Adam Baldwin doing what he does best (no one else on the planet can be so threatening AND so funny at the same time!)

I hope it is a huge hit.

STOWEAWAY

Friday, October 5, 2007 7:28 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by DeeplyKidding:

Stoweaway - I did a quick google search "Adam Baldwin Chuck" and found a few, particularly:
http://www.buddytv.com/articles/chuck/exclusive-interview-chuck-star-1
1355.aspx

I've been so busy lately I've hardly had time to Google anything. Thanks, Kidding. I appreciate the link.

JWHEDONADDICT

Friday, October 5, 2007 7:34 PM

I really enjoyed the second ep. even more than the first, but I think I like REAPER better so far, and I've only seen the second ep.

REAPER is very Joss-like.
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REGINAROADIE

Friday, October 5, 2007 7:56 PM

I really liked CHUCK, and I liked the second ep way more than the first. I like how they're approaching it as a more comedic version of ALIAS, which personally I felt could have used a few more laughs.

The one detail that I appreciated about it is that even though Chuck has all of the govt's secrets in his head, he's not a fighter or have any other abilities. Because the basic plot of the show (normal person gains abilities and has to save people on a regular basis) is similar to both REAPER, JOURNEYMAN and BIONIC WOMAN. And one cliche that happens (BIONIC WOMAN being the most guilty of them all) is that the hero gets the abilities and then they know how to wield them and kick ass. What I like about CHUCK is that he's still a normal joe even after getting all the govt's secrets in his head. Like when he has to land the helicopter, he has to be talked down and has to remember a videogame in order to land successfully. He doesn't know already how to do this superspy stuff yet.

Plus, it funny to see Adam Baldwin as this tough guy working in a place that he is so overqualified at. I love it when he chased down the shoplifter and threatened Chuck with the scanner gun.

As per REAPER, I kind of see it more as a Kevin Smith kind of thing, even though he only directed the pilot. He said when he read it that it reminded him of Shaun of the Dead, and that he'd describe it as one part Clerks, one part Dogma and one part Ghostbusters, with healthy dashes of Twin Peaks and X-Files mixed in.

Which I think is apt. After watching Buffy, I felt that DOGMA is what Buffy would have been like if Joss actually believed in God. Where he would have used real angels instead of some pretty-boy vampire. So now when I see REAPER, I see it as a glimpse into a parallel universe where Kevin Smith created Buffy.

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NCBROWNCOAT

Saturday, October 6, 2007 1:18 AM

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Originally posted by embers:
I seriously love this show, it is my new favorite show on TV...
Best thing: lots of Adam Baldwin doing what he does best (no one else on the planet can be so threatening AND so funny at the same time!)

I hope it is a huge hit.

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I love AB too in this. It looks like the writers took a look at Firefly or AB himself had some input into the character.

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EMBERS

Saturday, October 6, 2007 1:49 AM

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Originally posted by reginaroadie:

The one detail that I appreciated about it is that even though Chuck has all of the govt's secrets in his head, he's not a fighter or have any other abilities. Because the basic plot of the show (normal person gains abilities and has to save people on a regular basis) is similar to both REAPER, JOURNEYMAN and BIONIC WOMAN. And one cliche that happens (BIONIC WOMAN being the most guilty of them all) is that the hero gets the abilities and then they know how to wield them and kick ass.

I was deeply disappointed in Bionic Woman, because I had assumed she would try to maintain her civilian life and separation from the secret government organization for as long as possible, but instead by the end of the second episode she had 'signed on'... and now it feels to me just like an Alias clone (a show I have not use for),

Chuck seems to be much more committed to making the NSA and CIA work at meeting his requirements, letting him remain his own man (or nerd)....
Chuck is definitely my kind of show!

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Saturday, October 6, 2007 1:51 AM

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your signature is so large that it messes up the layout of every thread you post to...
if you could reduce it a little bit then it would help your fellow Browncoats read posts within threads.

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JWHEDONADDICT

Saturday, October 6, 2007 2:29 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by reginaroadie:
I really liked CHUCK, and I liked the second ep way more than the first. I like how they're approaching it as a more comedic version of ALIAS, which personally I felt could have used a few more laughs.

I agree with that statement, but I always thought Marshall was funny, and that scene in Season 5 with Jack and the crib? Priceless!!!

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JWHEDONADDICT

Saturday, October 6, 2007 2:39 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by reginaroadie:

As per REAPER, I kind of see it more as a Kevin Smith kind of thing, even though he only directed the pilot. He said when he read it that it reminded him of Shaun of the Dead, and that he'd describe it as one part Clerks, one part Dogma and one part Ghostbusters, with healthy dashes of Twin Peaks and X-Files mixed in.

Which I think is apt. After watching Buffy, I felt that DOGMA is what Buffy would have been like if Joss actually believed in God. Where he would have used real angels instead of some pretty-boy vampire. So now when I see REAPER, I see it as a glimpse into a parallel universe where Kevin Smith created Buffy.

What I meant about it being Joss-like was more the humor, the style of the show, and that the lead character reminds me of Xander, being recruited by a cross between Quentin Travers and Giles (but looking like Leland Palmer!). The show reminding me of Joss's work had nothing to do with the religious aspects...it's the overall package.

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REGINAROADIE

Saturday, October 6, 2007 2:41 AM

True. One of my all time favorite episodes was when Marshall had to dig up Sydney and then take over her mission. That was priceless. Favorite Jack Bristow moment was the "fortune cookie' crack.

But you have to admit that the humor on the show was more of an afterthought, rather than a driving force.

I read somewhere that with the two agents that are tailing Chuck, it's basically Sydney Bristow and Jack Bauer together. And that is so true, if you think about it. Imagine Keifer Sutherland in the Casey role and you have the exact same dynamic.

I always thought Keifer would be a great straight man in like an action comedy. He's always funny whenever he does a talk show, so I think he could get some great laughs.

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JWHEDONADDICT

Saturday, October 6, 2007 2:49 AM

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Originally posted by embers:

I was deeply disappointed in Bionic Woman, because I had assumed she would try to maintain her civilian life and separation from the secret government organization for as long as possible, but instead by the end of the second episode she had 'signed on'

I didn't enjoy the second ep of Bionic Woman as much as the first. I liked the first, but didn't love it. I had hopes for it, but in the end I agree it's starting to feel like an Alias clone (I was a fan of that show, though), especially because I did read the new TV Guide w/Michelle Ryan on the cover and the article inside implies that Jaime will be continuing to be going back and forth with her loyalties to the organization after all throughout the season. It's a little sad to me that I'm not loving the show, because I actually think Michelle Ryan is good in this role...good enough that I really want to like it so I'll give it a few more eps before I make a final decision. The rest of the cast I could take or leave.

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REGINAROADIE

Saturday, October 6, 2007 2:53 AM

The main reason I'm sticking behind it is because so many people from BATTLESTAR GALACTICA are involved with it both in front of and behind the camera. So maybe it'll improve. Not all show can hit the ground running. Sometimes they have to work their way up.

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JWHEDONADDICT

Saturday, October 6, 2007 3:01 AM

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Originally posted by reginaroadie:
True. One of my all time favorite episodes was when Marshall had to dig up Sydney and then take over her mission. That was priceless. Favorite Jack Bristow moment was the "fortune cookie' crack.

But you have to admit that the humor on the show was more of an afterthought, rather than a driving force.

I read somewhere that with the two agents that are tailing Chuck, it's basically Sydney Bristow and Jack Bauer together. And that is so true, if you think about it. Imagine Keifer Sutherland in the Casey role and you have the exact same dynamic.

I always thought Keifer would be a great straight man in like an action comedy. He's always funny whenever he does a talk show, so I think he could get some great laughs.

The spork? Loved it! But what about Marshall going on the mission w/Syd and his fake British accent? And Jack saying 'thong'? Or when Vaughn was getting ready to tell Jack he was going to propose to Syd?

I don't think the humor of Alias was an afterthought so much as comic relief. Not the driving force, but just as necessary sometimes. Reminded me that the characters were human after all.

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"I'm 1120 years old. Just give me a frigging beer!"--Anya

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EMBERS

Saturday, October 6, 2007 3:09 AM

Regarding Bionic Woman: I had seen the pilot at Comic Con in San Diego, and I had been really excited about it....
but they made some changes in the pilot before airing the show on TV:
they got rid of the really interesting, intense, and angry deaf sister... who was an amazing actress and created a really strong sisterly connection w/Jamie Sommers
and they replaced her with the cuter, less intense, weaker actress who doesn't seem to create any sisterly feeling or chemistry w/Michelle Ryan's character.

I felt it is was like they cut the heart out of the show, literally.

It certainly changed my feeling about the pilot, and then when added with this second episode (which seriously turned me off) I'm now feeling very luke warm about the show.

JWHEDONADDICT

Saturday, October 6, 2007 3:17 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by embers:
Regarding Bionic Woman: I had seen the pilot at Comic Con in San Diego, and I had been really excited about it....
but they made some changes in the pilot before airing the show on TV:
they got rid of the really interesting, intense, and angry deaf sister... who was an amazing actress and created a really strong sisterly connection w/Jamie Sommers
and they replaced her with the cuter, less intense, weaker actress who doesn't seem to create any sisterly feeling or chemistry w/Michelle Ryan's character.

I felt it is was like they cut the heart out of the show, literally.

It certainly changed my feeling about the pilot, and then when added with this second episode (which seriously turned me off) I'm now feeling very luke warm about the show.

It said in that TV Guide that she was a last minute replacement for Mae Whitman, but it didn't specify why that was. When I read that, I thought about the character being a computer hacker, and how Mae Whitman looks like (forgetting her name at the moment) Mac from Veronica Mars, and I got a little happy 'cuz in my weird little brain I was thinking they were re-creating Mac a little bit...which thrilled me. But I didn't know about the deaf thing.

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AERIN

Tuesday, October 9, 2007 1:50 AM

Ahem, speaking of Chuck...

Originally I didn't have any interest in Chuck because I didn't know Adam Baldwin was in it (what are they thinking not having him in the advertisements?!). I caught a rerun of the first episode by accident and I'm hooked. You haven't lived until you've seen AB run down a shoplifter! The "creepy guy upstairs" thing is also new & amusing. I think the show is getting better.

Not too into the Bionic Woman. Only the evil chick from Battlestar Galactica seems interesting to me. Jamie's a big whiner with a whiner sister. But it's a good cast, so there's potential. I think I'll wait and see if it catches on...

STOWEAWAY

Tuesday, October 9, 2007 4:37 AM

"Talk about moving merchandise...."

Hehe
Think that microwave was named Vera?

Okay, episode 3 and CHUCK just keeps getting better and better. I'm hooked!
I swear my husband was just as excited about watching CHUCK as he was about Heroes. We were both laughing our a**es off.

MUGGI

Tuesday, October 9, 2007 4:57 AM

It's pretty good, I like it enough to DVR it.

Adam is good, but he's kinda "stuck" with what they have him doing. It's a very one-sided character..you always know you're going to get the "tough guy joke" every time he's given a line. Not the type of show for character development I guess but..annoys me at times to see him wasted on such a simple bit, when we've seen he can take the "tough guy" to a much more developed level.

All in all not a bad show though. The lead guy is good.

EMBERS

Tuesday, October 9, 2007 5:17 AM

Oh I think that this is a brilliant role for Adam Baldwin, Firefly was so short lived that people didn't really have a chance to see him do the comedy,
here he is really show-cased as both the tough guy (which he always does) AND the comic relief,
I think it is great!

I'm loving the show more every week, I think it might be my favorite new show.

DARKFLY

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 7:11 AM

Dude that Catfight between Sarah and that hot Hitlady at the end of the episode was fantastic I mean I would of only just taken Sarah over the hitlady if I had the choice, I'll be in my bunk

I've made loads of .wav files of the best lines from the 3 episodes so you can use'em as computer noises instead of the boring Window's defualt, if anybody wants'em email me...
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ZZETTA13

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 7:30 AM

I’m giving the show (CHUCK) a thumbs up so far. There are some interesting things going on. Casey is the agent that off-ed Bryce at the beginning of the show. Sarah, Bryce’s g/f? and did Bryce just pick Chuck at random or was the e-mail directed at Chuck on purpose? Anyway, there’s plenty of room and lots of different angles to be considered.

Other shows that are on my watch list.

Heroes- staring this season
Life- with Damian Lewis
Bionic Woman- I think has potential
And Alan Tudyk’s new show. I’m really not into lawyer type programs but I’ll give it a look when it comes out. Be funny if he had dinosaurs on his courtroom table.

I’m thinking maybe one or more may get the axe. I’m hoping not until at least the end of season 2. They all need to be given a chance.

Z

GRIZWALD

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 1:53 PM

A-a-alan's NEW SHOW? What? Where? When?

(Why? LOL)

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GRIZWALD

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 1:55 PM

Oh, and back to the subject: I think Adam is doing wonderfully and that this role is perfect for him. Well, nearly as perfect for him as Jayne. There's a twinkle in his eye that just makes me laugh. And the recurring physical humor between him and Morgan just kills me.

Still giggling over the "Morgan Door" from Ep 2, also...

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GRIZWALD

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 1:55 PM

*stupid double post*

Oh well, gives me a chance to bring up another high-larious Chuck-ism: Anna, the nerd chick. I hope they have more of her. She's not great at enunciating so I have to watch her a couple of times to get the gems she spouts, but they're worth it. In fact I love all the Nerd Herd and hope they all get more screen time as it goes on. Loved the locking cage.

ZZETTA13

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 2:07 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Grizwald:
A-a-alan's NEW SHOW? What? Where? When?

(Why? LOL)

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ps: Morgan should become a palm reader. At least Casey's palm reader, he's sure seem enough of it...lol

GRIZWALD

Wednesday, October 10, 2007 2:10 PM

which is being directed by Barry Sonnenfeld

*swoon* Could it BE any better?

Thanks, z!

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Wednesday, October 10, 2007 2:12 PM

My pleasure!!

see ya, Z

PEULSAR5

Friday, October 12, 2007 9:01 AM

It's not a bad way to spend the hour before Heroes comes on.

DARKFLY

Friday, October 12, 2007 7:57 PM

I've made loads of .wav files of the best lines from the 3 episodes so you can use'em as computer noises instead of the boring Window's defualt, if anybody wants'em download them at the following link below, Mediafire is a free hosting site's with NO restrictions on DOWNLOAD speed, etc.

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Sunday, October 14, 2007 2:25 AM

I watch Chuck on Saturdays (because I still can't record, and Monday nights are ruled by Prison Break, Heroes, and Eureka), that's why I'm so late.

And yeah, this show is awesome. I like the beginnings of a friendship between Casey and Chuck (with the "new guy" style hazing about the tango), and the taking the time to genuinely congratulate him on good work.

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LOSTNTHOUGHT

Sunday, October 14, 2007 5:40 AM

I'm a fan liked the first episoide enough to watch the second and the plot seems to be thicking and characters are developeding plus Adam plays such a good bad***

Lets be bad guys

JWHEDONADDICT

Sunday, October 14, 2007 5:05 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Aerin:

Not too into the Bionic Woman. Only the evil chick from Battlestar Galactica seems interesting to me.

Oddly enough, she was one of the worst things about it, IMO. I don't watch BG so I can't speak for her on that show, but I just think she's miscast on Bionic Woman. I'm not speaking about her acting so much as just being wrong for the role.

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