Westworld (1973)
Great movie. I knew it was based on a Michael Crichton story but I had no idea he directed it as well. It’s really interesting to see a lot of ideas here that would later be revisited and expanded to become Jurassic Park.
After watching the last (bad) episode, I was wondering: why is this show about Jedi/former Jedi, Padawan/former Padawan, Vader, Sith/former Sith, etc. and so little about the rebellion ? It’s time they get back to rebellion business, I’m so tired by this “Force” plot that is not quite coherent with what we’ve seen in the movies so far.
There’s always a plan. I have a feeling this is being used as setup for how they’ll be handling the Force and the Jedi post-ROTJ.
Jedit: Woo!
I’ve been very intrigued and impressed with what they’ve done with Maul. Back when they first brought him back I was with everyone else rolling their eyes but with every appearance he’s made they’ve continued to grow and evolve the character. Originally he was supposed to be killed off in TCW but that whole plan went out the window when the show was suddenly cancelled without warning. So he became this massive loose thread that made it inevitable he would be dealt with in Rebels.
Also, it was very obvious who they were talking about in this latest episode. They just about slapped you over the head with it. This again was inevitable, ever since Maul first returned he’s been obsessed with that character and they never got their proper rematch in TCW. This also effectively signs the death warrant for Maul as he can’t know about that character and continue to live. So there’ll be no face off with Vader now. That battle would be all fan service instead of serving the character himself and where his path has been leading this whole time.
SONUVA!
According to Fuller, the timeline “came pretty organically, because we are going to try to achieve a new look for Star Trek that is very much Star Trek, but also our interpretation of Star Trek.”
“One of the very cool things that we get to do on this show is – we get to re-imagine all of the alien species that we’ve seen before in the series, and do something a little unique with that.
We were looking at a specific species’ costume on Friday, and Jesse Alexander, who is one of the writers, was commenting on the cosplay aspects of it, and how [the design] has gone a kind of quantum leap forward – and what were the people who do cosplay going to do?
Another one of our writers was like, “They are going to rise to the occasion!” So for all of us who have fetishized the look of all of the various species over the years of watching Star Trek , it’s fun for us to put a new spin on old favorites.”
Fuller was asked specifically about Klingons, but didn’t reveal whether or not they’d feature the signature cranial ridges (absent from Star Trek episodes set around this timeline).
Despite being set in the same era as the original Star Trek, Discovery won’t be beholden to the TOS designs, even when it comes to Starfleet uniforms. Fuller described the new uniforms as “something completely different.”
Careful Ronster, or they’ll be renaming everyone’s favorite protocol droid in Episode VIII.
Ooo, I definitely like Duracell’s approach. One thing I can say easily right off the bat(no pun intended) is to not start with New 52. Just, no.
My recommendation would be to follow the Year One canon. Here’s an excellent list that sorts them in chronological order.
My top recommendations would be:
Batman: Year One
Legends of the Dark Knight - This was a long running series that is packed with great stories. The editor for most of its run is the legendary Archie Goodwin, famous editor and writer of awesome Star Wars comics.
Batman: The Long Halloween
Batman: Dark Victory
Watched it last night, pretty much what I expected.
Yeah, so there’s quite the quality of cringy quotes that I could put out from this. I’ll have to make a top worst list. One of the worst I can think of so far, is in the Jar-Jar section:Jar Jar is actually based on Goofy. The funny thing is, if you look at old classic Disney movies, Walt Disney would always put in butt jokes. Feel free to Google “Walt Disney animation butt jokes.” There are butt jokes in all of those films, and I’ll tell you why. He noticed that, in his short films, that whenever there was, like, a butt, I’m talking about, like, an animal butt, like a rabbit, something innocent, little children giggled. And little children giggling in the audience actually got everyone else in the audience to laugh.
Please, please, please do make that list. Just that sample right there is amazing.
As Caravan is the Alien3 of the franchise
You’re thinking of Battle for Endor.
I still enjoy Caravan of Courage and suffer horrible flashbacks when I think about the opening of the sequel.
Hmmm…
I missed out on the GOTG one but I’m definitely making it to this one.
Arrow Seasons 1-2 (2013-14)
After having seen Daredevil, Jessica Jones and GOTHAM I developed a bit of a super hero television bug. Once those dried up I went through a bit of withdrawal and decided to finally take the plunge and start on the series I had been avoiding this whole time. Turns out I was kind of missing out, season 1 of the Arrow was pretty solid. Season 2 was also very impressive and convinced me that they could totally pull off a live action Batman series today. However, this is as far as my journey goes with the hooded vigilante as I’ve been told the show nosedives after season 2. So I’d rather remember the show as it was in these first two seasons.
The Flash Season 1 (2014)
A pretty good series. It’s a nice contrast to Arrow. The cast is all very likable and they get into some big adventures. The writing can be a bit problematic however. It’ll defy its own logic at times for plot convenience but the show is entertaining enough that you can overlook those moments.
Lord Haseo said:
If Disney used the same art style and animation they used for the Lion King that would make me more than ecstatic.
I dunno, this really doesn’t work for me:
Yeah, I’d love a post-ROTJ series.
I’ve always figured they had a five year plan for it. I don’t see it going past season five.
I’m just excited for Wedge later this season.
Recon has returned:
Rebels Recon #3.01: Inside "Steps Into Shadow"
That was a great premiere, sets the tone for the season very well. They’re walking a pretty tight rope, going darker but also maintaining a level of levity.
Also, yeah that’s definitely Futterman. You could also hear her voice at the temple on Malachor. I wonder if it will tie into Ventress or if they’re just using her voice to embody the dark side.
These two go on sale today. (Unfortunately I think they stink to be frank, but perhaps others feel differently…)
Those remind me of the masks they’d put on the C-3PO’s cereal box:
I’ve always adored Noriyoshi Ohrai’s art. I had no idea he’d done those early Star Wars posters. They’re immaculate.
I really should watch season 2, because season 3 looks pretty awesome.
Just watch the season finale. It’s the only episode worth the effort.
Well that’s a big load of bunk. There’s definitely some filler in there but the majority of it is solid.
Creating the Ghost Rider – Forging Marvel’s S.H.I.E.L.D.
It’s amazing what they’re able to achieve on a television budget!
