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Post by Quickshot on Feb 13, 2005 23:47:05 GMT -5
This is my first peak into this thread and I don't know much about the guy who wrote the rant, nor would I care to know more about him, but it still amazes me that TOS Galactica fans (which I am one of) don't realize if this show does well there is a better chance there will be more interest by studio execs to capitalize on the Galactica franchise and invest in some kind of remake of the original. The fact I can buy the complete TOS on DVD with great extras, or cool action figures and ships again is directly because of Universal wanting to promote TNS and companies taking a chance on the Galactica name again. We'll probably see much more as it's popularity increases. Back in 1983 when I was watching reruns of the TOS on Saturday afternoon every week, not in my wildest imagination did I think I'd be just as geeked up over Galactica in 2005 with a whole new show and revived interest. Feels good to be a kid again!
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 20, 2005 0:03:10 GMT -5
Not to be confused with CG models, does anyone on here build the old fashioned kit kind? I still have mine from the first series. Actually the reissues from a few years back. Just picked up a studio scale replica from Monsters in Motion of a TOS Viper on it's lauch ramp. So cool. But it didn't come with directions. Can't wait for models of the new ships. I'm tempted to sculpt some characters at some point.
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Post by Quickshot on Mar 9, 2005 18:46:57 GMT -5
Yes...I keep telling people this episode is easily one of the best all time hours of sci-fi on television. If people aren't a fan after this episode then there is no hope. I love the strategy of it all, the nod to the original ep, and the suprise is so kick ass. Sorry...just giddy in a geeky way.
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Post by Quickshot on Feb 19, 2005 0:26:47 GMT -5
Great comparison! I honestly did not think of the comparison until reading this post but I see what you mean. Very cool actually. In TOS when Iblis claims to have power over even the Cylons I had often wondered if there was a connection between his race and the Cylons, especially since he was the voice of the imperious leader. He said he was of an advanced race. Hmmmm....an advanced Cylon race? That looks human? Kinda cool now to look at it in a different light. He was also under the power of a being more powerful than he...a god. Cool episode also!
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 25, 2005 8:46:19 GMT -5
Aren't SciFi's Channel's offices in New York? Maybe people in TOS Cylon outfits can stand in front of the building with big "Renew Galactica", "Let the Fleet Live" and "Save Adama" signs. Sing Kum Bi Ya. Snarl up traffic on the Ave. of the Americas for blocks. Oops...sorry just delusional. Saw there were plenty of addresses and contacts for mailing them, epecially in Farscape campaigns, but probably wouldn't be enough time. I hope they check these boards. Or is it just all numbers to them?
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 24, 2005 16:54:05 GMT -5
Anyone who reads this thread 1/2 an hour after the episode aired EXPECTS to have their show ruined. ;D ;D Hehe! No, just wanted to see all the excitement. Very cool!
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 24, 2005 16:13:34 GMT -5
Must wait patiently...must not explode. Sorry guys, sitting over here in the states, peeking at the spoilers. Great to hear it is a top notch episode. This should help secure season two. ;D
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 20, 2005 20:44:06 GMT -5
Ya Roslin did say the Cylons were far more advanced than humans. She wasn't kidding. I think someone else on here brought up the good point that the Galactica keeded to stay on the low end of technology, plus they really haven't had a threat to make them push their technology beyond regular evolution.
I'm a little worried about everything appearing to be going to hell in a hand basket for the cliffhanger. I'm sure they'll pull it all together nicely by the way the stories have been going so far, but the relationships have been building up good over the season and this could pull them all apart. We'll see. Just seems like a lot of tearing up for the first season cliffhanger.
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 20, 2005 0:14:52 GMT -5
I like how jealous Six became. Really added dimension to the character and also made her seem more human. Hmmmmm....and she said Boomer was the flawed model.
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Post by Quickshot on Jan 24, 2005 1:07:28 GMT -5
I actually hope nothing really develops between Kara and Lee. I like that they obviously have affection for each other but retain their mutual respect. It's the whole Mulder/Scully thing. Keeps it so much more interesting with that tension that never quite lets up. Besides there is enough sex for the whole crew between Baltar and Six.
One thing I did notice, and it probably doesn't mean much, but Cally was the first to give Apollo a hug after he destroyed the Cylon base in The Hand of God.
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Post by Quickshot on Feb 26, 2005 11:27:41 GMT -5
Again to compliment the shows versatility among it's cast, it was great to see another strong show that only used a a few of it's key cast members. I love dogfights like everyone else but I'm so glad the show is not all about that, besides I think the Hand of God episode will fullfill those wishes plenty. Plus there was mention of the Lords of Kobol's names. Artemis and Aphrodite. I'm assuming by the two figures Starbuck has at the end, these are their central gods. Interesting how this show pulls more from Greek history as opposed to TOS which was more Egyptian slanted, but Greece was heavily influenced by Egypt. I think this Cylon's mission was exactly what Roslin described it as in the end. To spread fear and plant disilusion. Mix lies with truth. Do these creatures have more god like sensibilities? Can they really see past and future? Hard to say but this one definitely seemed to be concerned with the fact "this has all happened before and will happen again." Fascinating concept when he mentions 'last time' he was the interrogator. When is this 'last time' he talks about? A similar concept in some new age theories is that we've lived on Earth before and have repeated our destinys. Plus have lived through past lives as other key members in our existence (mom, friend, husband, etc). All in the hopes of getting it right and progressing on......OK that was a handful. But I couldn't help thinking of it as the Cylon babbled. I guess that could open a big loophole that TOS did exist in the same timeline like others have speculated. All the questions about Cylons are kind of mounting up. He said he could've killed her right there and he really could have, why did he play the part of a prisoner? No way do I think Adama is a Cylon. I will turn off the show if that's the case. He's too good of a character for a cheap plot twist....but adds great confusion for President Roslin. That was the Cylon's mission. I do wish Starbuck flipped off the Cylon, or the BSG equivelant of, as it was sucked out. But I think this proves also he was digging deeper in her head than anyone had before. It was confusing if the winces of pain she was enduring were from her leg or his mindfrak. I would have like to see Sgt. Hadrian interogate him. hehe. Great episode! So say we all.
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Post by Quickshot on Feb 19, 2005 0:39:38 GMT -5
This is the episode where Six finally becomes a very interesting character. The personalities between her on Caprica, on the Galactica, and in Baltar's head are all different ever so slightly, but make up the different aspects of the model. An interesting way to flesh out a character, to have three with different quirks, strengths, and weaknesses. But with how quickly she put the whammy back on Baltar she brings new respect as a fascinating EVIL character. Why do I like her so much though? Baltar was great in this one also. They both play off each other so well. Good to see Starbuck on her feet.
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Post by Quickshot on Feb 12, 2005 10:41:01 GMT -5
The cool thing about this episode and makes it relevant is that it marks one of the first episodes after we've gotten to know the characters beyond their introductory stages and now they are developing and being set up for their later developments. It was a good example of how well all their lives are connected. Ultimately how one decision can effect the lives of many others. Specifically Tyrol and his lie and then even Adama's decision to allow the tribunal to move forward and it biting him back in the end. Just a lot going on in this one. ;D
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Post by Quickshot on Feb 12, 2005 1:58:05 GMT -5
Ah...thanks! I have a feeling that will be a running tally for each episode.
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Post by Quickshot on Feb 12, 2005 1:50:16 GMT -5
I think this episode is a testament to how much of an ensemble cast this is. Absolutely no Apollo and just a couple small scenes with Starbuck. The security Sgt. and the Chief with his crew were the main players on the Galactica storyline and held up the whole episode without any battles or Apollo and Starbuck. Just cool that already the secondary cast members' characters are being developed even more. Plus Six really seems to have gotten more distinguished. Her persona on Caprica and the one in Baltar's head feel more like two separate personalities. I think it's the next episode where she does get mad. Can't wait. Also, didn't the Securtiy Sgt. Hadrian look like the older sister on the Gilmore Girls? Like they were related or something. Finally, was the word Frak even used in this episode? Must have been the lack of Starbuck. Till next week...
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