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Post by berkley on Jun 1, 2016 1:51:14 GMT -5
I just watched the fifth episode of the Star Trek Continues web series yesterday. Among all the fan-made Trek shows, that is my favourite; its scripts are remarkably true to the spirit of the old series, and having the son of James Doohan play Scotty (convincingly, too!) is amazingly cool. Other actors from the original series also show up from time to time (or fan favourites like Lou Ferigno). The actor who plays Kirk doesn't have the same voice as William Shatner, but he really does a convincing interpretation; both men look alike, have the same build and move the same way. It's almost eerie at times. The special effects are very close to what we were used to in the '60s, even if they're probably computer-generated. I much prefer that look to the video-game aesthetics typical of today's productions. There a sixth episode coming soon; I look forward to it! I never thought I'd hear myself saying anything like this, but you've almost made me feel I should give this a chance. |
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Post by The Captain on Jun 1, 2016 19:20:12 GMT -5
I watched the first episode of Preacher last weekend. Dunno if I'll bother with the rest. They seem to have changed almost everything except the characters' names, for no good reason that I can see. They're trying to create a world that includes elements of the original stories but that can stand on its own. I'll give it a couple of more episodes to see if it grows on me a little more. |
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Post by dupersuper on Jun 1, 2016 21:15:09 GMT -5
I just watched the fifth episode of the Star Trek Continues web series yesterday. Among all the fan-made Trek shows, that is my favourite; its scripts are remarkably true to the spirit of the old series, and having the son of James Doohan play Scotty (convincingly, too!) is amazingly cool. Other actors from the original series also show up from time to time (or fan favourites like Lou Ferigno). The actor who plays Kirk doesn't have the same voice as William Shatner, but he really does a convincing interpretation; both men look alike, have the same build and move the same way. It's almost eerie at times. The special effects are very close to what we were used to in the '60s, even if they're probably computer-generated. I much prefer that look to the video-game aesthetics typical of today's productions. There a sixth episode coming soon; I look forward to it! I never thought I'd hear myself saying anything like this, but you've almost made me feel I should give this a chance. I'm subscribed to their Youtube channel: their 6th episode hit it less than a week ago. |
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Post by Roquefort Raider on Jun 2, 2016 12:01:22 GMT -5
It's on Youtube rather than on TV proper but everyone should see the PBS Space Time series. It's a complete mind bender that truly highlights how extraordinarily amazing and beautiful our universe is. That humble mortals have been able to figure out all that stuff leaves me deeply humbled and exhilarated. |
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Post by berkley on Jun 2, 2016 22:52:01 GMT -5
It's on Youtube rather than on TV proper but everyone should see the PBS Space Time series. It's a complete mind bender that truly highlights how extraordinarily amazing and beautiful our universe is. That humble mortals have been able to figure out all that stuff leaves me deeply humbled and exhilarated. Thanks, I'll have a look at that ASAP! |
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Post by Gene on Jun 2, 2016 23:53:31 GMT -5
Trying to stay up to watch The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.
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Post by berkley on Jun 3, 2016 5:52:08 GMT -5
Trying to stay up to watch The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Love the Gene Pitney song, never have seen the movie. |
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Post by Roquefort Raider on Jul 24, 2016 18:41:45 GMT -5
Stranger things on Netflix.
It's like a cross between the goonies (without the cuteness) and the X-files. Most of the kids in there are very good actors, and David Harbour and Wynona Rider are really convincing. The '80s setting is surprising, but it works really well! I love the old-fashioned credits, the old-fashioned (cringe inducing) music, and even the old-fashioned clichés used on purpose!
There's a lot of good stuff on TV recently... I must admit I'm surprised, but I ain't complainin' !
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2016 19:48:18 GMT -5
Stranger things on Netflix. It's like a cross between the goonies (without the cuteness) and the X-files. Most of the kids in there are very good actors, and Matthew Modine and Wynona Rider are really convincing. The '80s setting is surprising, but it works really well! I love the old-fashioned credits, the old-fashioned (cringe inducing) music, and even the old-fashioned clichés used on purpose! There's a lot of good stuff on TV recently... I must admit I'm surprised, but I ain't complainin' ! I heard a couple of folks talking this up at the con I was at today, and intended to check it out at some point. Seeing you mention it just reinforces I need to take a look at it. -M |
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Post by hondobrode on Jul 25, 2016 11:40:19 GMT -5
Will be watching the Democratic Convention this week, as I did the Republicans last week.
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Post by Slam_Bradley on Jul 25, 2016 12:13:48 GMT -5
Trying to stay up to watch The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. John Ford's last great film. I love it. |
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Post by berkley on Jul 26, 2016 0:21:11 GMT -5
Finally got around to watching the last 7 episodes of Mad Men over the last week. Next up I think I might start season 3 of Spiral (English subtitled version of French cop series Engrenages).
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Post by dupersuper on Jul 26, 2016 21:34:04 GMT -5
Will be watching the Democratic Convention this week, as I did the Republicans last week. Boy, you're a glutton for punishment... |
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Post by hondobrode on Jul 26, 2016 21:59:35 GMT -5
I've been watching both sides since I could sit in front of a tv.
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Post by Bronze Age Brian on Jul 26, 2016 22:41:58 GMT -5
Stranger things on Netflix. It's like a cross between the goonies (without the cuteness) and the X-files. Most of the kids in there are very good actors, and David Harbour and Wynona Rider are really convincing. The '80s setting is surprising, but it works really well! I love the old-fashioned credits, the old-fashioned (cringe inducing) music, and even the old-fashioned clichés used on purpose! There's a lot of good stuff on TV recently... I must admit I'm surprised, but I ain't complainin' ! OMG yes! I'm on Episode 5 and loving every minute of it. There is a very 80's feel to it. I see Goonies yes but I also see E.T., Firestarter, Poltergeist and more. The feels are all there, and that's what I appreciate the most about it. It also has one of the best intros I've seen in a good while. Great stuff! |
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