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POSTED BY: PopeyeDoyle71
UPDATED: Tuesday, August 5, 2008 12:47
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In point of fact, I think BSG's characters ARE more realistic than SGA's, I just got irked that he was sayin' all how BSG was a better show- they each have something to offer the viewer, and diversity is a good thing.
But SGA bees more funisall
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But SGA bees more funisall
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I'm actually one of the fans who likes BSG because it is gloomy and miserable (amongst other reasons). I don't see why all shows have to have a sense of humour, like there is some kind of pattern or template to follow that says you can have the serious episodes but you need the light hearted ones as well.
I get your point and respect it. It's still the main reason I do not like BSG. I get enough gloomy and miserable from the daily news and hearing from my sister down in Georgia whose going through a divorce. With two great young boys and a worthless husband who deserves words I won't say on this board, on top of a drag into the woods followed by a sound beating or two(if you knew him you'd agree). So you can understand how I get too much gloomy and miserable. I watch TV to escape my life. And to laugh... which I can always use more of even though my pets and family make me do it daily.
All said though what I have endured of BSG was well written and for the most part decently acted. I now vow to not say anything else about BSG unless I feel it absolutely necessary.
Anyway two more episodes of Season 4 remain. A whole lot is about the change. Next season a couple characters will have reduced rolls and yet others will become permanent regulars. I won't ruin anything but yes it looks like Jewel might get her face and name in the opening credits! YEAH! It's so gorram pretty how could they not? Also there's a rumor going about that Robert Picardo will also become a regular. Having already been recurring as IOA lackey but overall good hearted tight-ass Richard (Dick) Woolsey. Ofcourse that's just rumor, though Wikipedia does sorta confirm it as well as give a few spoilers so steer clear. I made that mistake once and I won't again. Also looks like a couple all new recurring characters, one military one civilian will be joining the expedition.
That's as spoiler free as a Season 5 update comes and honestly I don't know much more than that and I'm keeping it that way. I wish they'd announce an air date for Scifi Channel sometime soon. Hopefully it's only late spring and not sometime in the summer.
Edit: What am I saying? I meant Hopefully it's only late SUMMER and not sometime in FALL. Would be nice if it started in like May or something....
Also some news for you BSG fans. I just remembered it. I'll put it in spoiler brackets so it's your choice. It's not a huge bit but just the name of an actress you may recognize.
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Leela Savasta, also known as Tracey Anne on BSG.
She'll be joing the SGA cast as a recurring in season 5.
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SATEDA was simply awesome- one of THE BEST eps so far IMO!!! Ronon has taken on a fully human dimension for me now, plus: cool photography & editing. It was movie-quality TV. I loved the way Ronon was almost crying from the pain, but not of his leg- it was a moment where he allowed himself to feel his remembered loss in the guise of physical duress. Probably the only time he ever truly let his full feelings on the matter through in any real way..
PROGENY was fascinating and well acted & directed- this show just rocks (what's BSG again...?)
THE REAL WORLD was an obvious lift from a Buffy ep where she had a similar hard time from the world of magicks, but still, I liked it a lot.
Furiously viewing Chrisisall
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SATEDA was simply awesome- one of THE BEST eps so far IMO!!! Ronon has taken on a fully human dimension for me now, plus: cool photography & editing. It was movie-quality TV. I loved the way Ronon was almost crying from the pain, but not of his leg- it was a moment where he allowed himself to feel his remembered loss in the guise of physical duress. Probably the only time he ever truly let his full feelings on the matter through in any real way..
PROGENY was fascinating and well acted & directed- this show just rocks (what's BSG again...?)
THE REAL WORLD was an obvious lift from a Buffy ep where she had a similar hard time from the world of magicks, but still, I liked it a lot.
Furiously viewing Chrisisall
At the rate your going by the start of season 5 you'll be up to date.
But will this mean you'll watch it when it airs or will you still wait for the DVDs. I seem to remember you prefer watching TV on DVD.
That's if you ever come down from your high.
Yeah I would go with BSGs characters being more realistic than SGA but then it's not really the same type of show, is it, despite their obvious similarities.
As for better, I still wouldn't be certain, again because of their differences.
As for which I prefer, that would probably come down to whichever is showing at that time (so SGA at the moment). But I do have all of BSG on DVD but no SGA (yet). Maybe the answer is there.
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I can completely understand why people can't get into BSG because of the way it's made and because it's humourless. It can be a difficult show to watch at times. On several occasions I've found myself wanting to watch something lighter after an episode (Red Dwarf or Spaced usually do the trick). The real life gloom and doom doesn't help either and, as you say, TV is an escape away from reality, not something to remind you of it.
Jewel becoming a regular is great news and well deserved. Robert Picardo as well hopefully (he was the best character in Voyager, IMO), and is always a joy to watch.
And I'm also looking forward to the last couple of episodes. I've been kind of getting the feeling that we may be in store for a shock. Not just a cliffhanger but a real Woah! WTF moment. Don't know why I think that but I do.
"I don't believe in suicide, but if you'd like to try it it might cheer me up to watch."
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Quote:I prefer commercial-less DVD, but if I get the SciFi channel (a possibility), I'll HAVE to watch as it comes out! (and BSG too, btw).
Originally posted by lwaves:
At the rate your going by the start of season 5 you'll be up to date.
But will this mean you'll watch it when it airs or will you still wait for the DVDs. I seem to remember you prefer watching TV on DVD.
High on scifi Chrisisall
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SATEDA was simply awesome- one of THE BEST eps so far IMO!!! Ronon has taken on a fully human dimension for me now, plus: cool photography & editing. It was movie-quality TV. I loved the way Ronon was almost crying from the pain, but not of his leg- it was a moment where he allowed himself to feel his remembered loss in the guise of physical duress. Probably the only time he ever truly let his full feelings on the matter through in any real way..
PROGENY was fascinating and well acted & directed- this show just rocks (what's BSG again...?)
THE REAL WORLD was an obvious lift from a Buffy ep where she had a similar hard time from the world of magicks, but still, I liked it a lot.
Furiously viewing Chrisisall
At the rate your going by the start of season 5 you'll be up to date.
But will this mean you'll watch it when it airs or will you still wait for the DVDs. I seem to remember you prefer watching TV on DVD.
That's if you ever come down from your high.
Yeah I would go with BSGs characters being more realistic than SGA but then it's not really the same type of show, is it, despite their obvious similarities.
As for better, I still wouldn't be certain, again because of their differences.
As for which I prefer, that would probably come down to whichever is showing at that time (so SGA at the moment). But I do have all of BSG on DVD but no SGA (yet). Maybe the answer is there.
For STRANGEBIRD
I can completely understand why people can't get into BSG because of the way it's made and because it's humourless. It can be a difficult show to watch at times. On several occasions I've found myself wanting to watch something lighter after an episode (Red Dwarf or Spaced usually do the trick). The real life gloom and doom doesn't help either and, as you say, TV is an escape away from reality, not something to remind you of it.
Jewel becoming a regular is great news and well deserved. Robert Picardo as well hopefully (he was the best character in Voyager, IMO), and is always a joy to watch.
And I'm also looking forward to the last couple of episodes. I've been kind of getting the feeling that we may be in store for a shock. Not just a cliffhanger but a real Woah! WTF moment. Don't know why I think that but I do.
"I don't believe in suicide, but if you'd like to try it it might cheer me up to watch."
I wouldn't say BSG is completely humorless
I am thinking of a scene where Col Tigh is reporting on a fleet wide food shortage. Adm Adama asks if the rumors that people are starting to eat paper, and Tigh says " No, theres also a paper shortage "
Dark humor yes, but I did nearly fall off the couch.
Chris, I also though SATEDA was one of the best TV eps I have watched... anyshow. I would put it up with Out of Gas which is also a favorite.
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Quote:Yeah, it was the first ep I've seen that can definitely be called "Firefly-quality".
Originally posted by GinoBiffaroni:
Chris, I also though SATEDA was one of the best TV eps I have watched... anyshow. I would put it up with Out of Gas which is also a favorite.
Head's still swirling with imagesisall
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Robert Picardo as well hopefully (he was the best character in Voyager, IMO), and is always a joy to watch.
I agree Lwaves, He was. I was never a huge fan of Voyager but when he first appeared on SG-1 as Woolsey, evaluating the SGC and it's personnel, I thought "cool". He's a great actor. He really pulls off the by-the-books tight-ass yet still remains a decent person. I'm sure whatever role(And I know I just won't say) he's in he'll cause some waves.
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I prefer commercial-less DVD, but if I get the SciFi channel (a possibility), I'll HAVE to watch as it comes out! (and BSG too, btw).
Well Chrisiall, don't forget that there's also Eureka, Warehouse 13 and reruns of NBC shows like Chuck and Heroes on Scifi as well. Usually the reruns are shown on the same week, though the times aren't always set and will change or just not be on at all. Not to mention all the great marathons. Quantum Leap, The Incredible Hulk, Firefly, X-files, The Original Battlestar Galactica and many others. I sometimes hate scifi, due to the annoyingly spoiler-prone promos and dorky monster movies. But honestly I watch it as much as the Travel Channel, Discovery, Animal Planet, History and such.
Also I'd like to mention I found a great Dr. Keller pic and posted it on my thread here...
http://www.fireflyfan.net/thread.asp?b=2&t=32780
Jewel is so pretty. I've caused countless Browncoats to go running off to their bunks.
One of the Stargate Fan News sites is using the first pic of her and cutting it right above her top, which makes her appear nekkid... which I find both exciting and hilarious.
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Oh, just a side note but I was watching an episode of X-files today and you won't believe who I saw. Paul Mcgillion! Took a double take as he was quite a bit younger and was a bit lighter as well(meaning thinner). The episode was entitled "Small Potatoes"(not sure on the season) and he plays one of the disgruntled fathers. He gets a few lines so it's impossible to miss him. Just thought I'd mention it to all you Carson fans.
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