When it was announced that Stargate would have a new series out this year, the sci-fi community let out a collectively nerdy 'hoo-rah!' A show that promised the action and fun of Stargate SG1, the escapism of Atlantis and tied it up with the space faring voyages of Star Trek and BSG...what more could we want?
Well it turns out, quite a lot more. So far, Stargate Universe has been very slow. Verrrry slow. This is surprising, considering the set of the show is supposedly upon an ancient space ship that can travel faster than the speed of light. I'm sure Einstein would chime in about relativity around this point, and he'd be spot on.
From the seat of whoever watches this show, it's pretty slow-moving and boring. The characters are not very endearing, at least yet, and as some potential fans have mentioned seemed to be based on characters from past sci-fi space adventure shows. The plot of being stranded out in space and wanting to get home seems not so unique either, but then again what's new?
As mentioned, the main problem with Stargate Universe is pace. The little video recordings the characters do into the ancient ball of archives get tedious and boring (yes, they are introductory and may serve a deeper purpose) and so far, the plot has been quite predictable, down to the ambigous nature of the doctor.
Pacing. Action points. Character development. These things will be crucial to keep Stargate Universe open for business. Also, we are still lacking external antagonists or the sense of exploration that seem to be popular in a good space set series. So let's hope the ship literally turns around for this show, or Atlantis may no longer have the ranking of worst Stargate franchise ever.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Jay Leno Show May Soon Be Cancelled, Dumped from NBC
Jay Leno's dish of chuckles may soon become empty, as his late night variety show is not full of ratings sweetness. NBC heads have a quite sour taste in their collective mouth.
It was well understood that Leno's variety show was a giant experiment, but it was still expected to not be so solidly beaten every night and continue to slip in the ratings.
The problem is that before loyalty to a familiar face, people up late at night want either tailored entertainment tnat Cable stations provide or they want their routine of news, celebs and sleep. In no particular order.
Jay's show is just a bit too stuffy and blase to be of any real sticking value, and that's what we're seeing play out right now.
It was well understood that Leno's variety show was a giant experiment, but it was still expected to not be so solidly beaten every night and continue to slip in the ratings.
The problem is that before loyalty to a familiar face, people up late at night want either tailored entertainment tnat Cable stations provide or they want their routine of news, celebs and sleep. In no particular order.
Jay's show is just a bit too stuffy and blase to be of any real sticking value, and that's what we're seeing play out right now.
BNP Leader Nick Griffin Gets on BBC Question Time, Causes Requisite Problems
Our friends over in the United Kingdom have a version of people who 'don't take kindly' to things that are different than themselves, and they have organized their little cohort into a group called the British National Party (BNP).
For those of you who are not familiar with this party, basically imagine 1940s villains from Germany goosestepping about in business suits and causing problems in modern politics.
Instead of even commenting on the foul nature of Griffin, here is a YouTube video that captures his stint on Question Time with other members of a higher class than himself. Racism and cultural idiocy is ugly, but it makes for noteriety which leads to publicity; it's what Griffin aimed for and unfortunately received with his appearance tonight.
For those of you who are not familiar with this party, basically imagine 1940s villains from Germany goosestepping about in business suits and causing problems in modern politics.
Instead of even commenting on the foul nature of Griffin, here is a YouTube video that captures his stint on Question Time with other members of a higher class than himself. Racism and cultural idiocy is ugly, but it makes for noteriety which leads to publicity; it's what Griffin aimed for and unfortunately received with his appearance tonight.
Obama Declares Swine Flu As National Emergency
President Barack Obama somewhat scared the nation today, as he announced the Swine Flu is a "national emergency".
Adversaries of Obama, likely part of the coalition of nearly 49% of American people who are for some reason adverse to the flu shot, are already expressing outrage over Obama's announcement.
Following the scares after the announcement of the Avian bird flu and SARS, it can be quite well understood why some people may remain skeptical about falling into another panic over this potential 'disastrous' illness.
Yet, one important adage remains: better safe than sorry. Why not prepare for the worst in regard to this flu virus, which could technically always mutate and cause widespread problems.
The bottom line here is that a flu virus should not become an issue of partisan politics. Let's find some honest medical experts and have them give an analysis of what we should do this winter, in regard to the flu. What's wrong with that, not even bickering?
Adversaries of Obama, likely part of the coalition of nearly 49% of American people who are for some reason adverse to the flu shot, are already expressing outrage over Obama's announcement.
Following the scares after the announcement of the Avian bird flu and SARS, it can be quite well understood why some people may remain skeptical about falling into another panic over this potential 'disastrous' illness.
Yet, one important adage remains: better safe than sorry. Why not prepare for the worst in regard to this flu virus, which could technically always mutate and cause widespread problems.
The bottom line here is that a flu virus should not become an issue of partisan politics. Let's find some honest medical experts and have them give an analysis of what we should do this winter, in regard to the flu. What's wrong with that, not even bickering?
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Who's Watching Your Children?
Is someone watching your children or your house? Are your children safe in walking to and from school? You never know who is lurking around the neighborhood or you children's school, but it's time to protect your children.
A seven-year-old girl disappeared on her way home from school in Jacksonville, Florida. What happened to her? Who took her? The investigators are even baffled as to what happened to her.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jku48f5fXyywrpAYRzKaZ-jgoEFAD9BFH1U04
A seven-year-old girl disappeared on her way home from school in Jacksonville, Florida. What happened to her? Who took her? The investigators are even baffled as to what happened to her.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jku48f5fXyywrpAYRzKaZ-jgoEFAD9BFH1U04
Terrorists Plotted to Attack a U. S. Mall
Tarek Mehanna was charged in a plot to attack a shopping mall in Massachusetts. He had delivered material to terrorists. He had been charged for other crimes.
http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE59K35320091021
http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE59K35320091021
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Fox News Versus Obama's Administrative Officials
Is Fox News revealing a particular viewpoint? That's what Obama's administrative officials are saying. The senior advisor, David Axelrod claims that " 'A lot of their news programming, it's really not news. It's pushing a point of view.' "
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/10/18/obama-team-continues-effort-isolate-fox-news/
What do you think?
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/10/18/obama-team-continues-effort-isolate-fox-news/
What do you think?
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