Tracey, I read and enjoyed the book when it first came out, and I'll be
watching also. Been looking forward to it since I first heard that it was
coming to TV.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
LMNAATWO @ those two! Think that I was able to sit through two eps of each. And
my friends at the time never talked about Space Academy with me, because I
was always breaking into Dr Smith's Oh! The Pain, the PAIN!
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
To paraphrase Conan Doyle, As you value your life or your reason, keep away
from the TV show...
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Apologies, with explanation -- I didn't bother the Googling because, in another
account, I'd had two span e-mails with Osama bin Laden as the subject lines.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
I plan to watch. Sounds intriguing. I've never read the book, and, while I
understand they've kept the spirit of the book, they made some changes for
television. They moved the location from Geneva, Switzerland to L.A. I'll be
there, of course, but you know, i really tire of everything
I forgot Dr. Smith was on Space Academy! It was one of the worst of the many
Star Wars clones that emerged back in the day. They had a horrid little robot
that was a R2D2 clone, and I believe a brother/sister team with telepathic
powers. Of course, as a kid, I thought the show was pretty
Related in a funny sort of way:
http://omggopwtf.com/
On Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 12:20 PM, Martin Baxter
truthseeker...@hotmail.comwrote:
And that's the scary side of the Information Age. Even the Nutjobs and the
Truly Dangerous have the means to voice their First Amendment rights. And,
as
Still, thanks for being concerned. A good place to check virus threat messages
is Snopes.com. (They also debunk urban myths and the like). Here's the link on
this Obama Hanged one: http://www.snopes.com/computer/virus/osama.asp , and
here's a link to the actual Trojan that the e-mail
One crank theory I am fond of (and, yes, I did enjoy The Happening) is that
stationary plants created ambulatory men to spread seeds around. Among other
things, this would explain the Tree of Life in the Bible...and the subsequent
fall of man after they left the garden. Man is nomadic by
Uh...did I mention I want to be like you when i grow up (I am 53)?
~rave!
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, Keith Johnson keithbjohn...@... wrote:
Still, thanks for being concerned. A good place to check virus threat
messages is Snopes.com. (They also debunk urban myths and the
Hey peoples from Atlanta - is you all wet or were you able to keep your heads
above water? I feel like an adopted son after my recent visit and, well,
inquiring minds wanna know.
~rave!
Huh? Thanks for the compliment, but I can't imagine why! :)
Back at you!
- Original Message -
From: Kelwyn ravena...@yahoo.com
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 10:38:34 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: [scifinoir2] Re: OT: VIRUS
Thanks for inquiring. yeah, it's been wild here. For me (Northeast
Atlanta), fortunately I didn't have to drive on any of the affected roadways.
For those who know, my path to work is 285 West, from Northlake to Georgia 400,
then 400 North to Alpharetta. In my immediate neighborhood area we
I read a synopsis for the book. They only thing that remains is the premise.
I think authors are getting use to the idea that is likely all that will be
saved when adapting for TV. I think now they look more at the caliber of the
production than sticking with the story. I think that get
I am the type of person that will try to go down with my ship or the this show.
However my patience is running thin.
--Lavender
From: Keith Johnson
Sent: Tuesday, September 22, 2009 11:52 PM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Heroes Returns--Does Anyone Care?
so,
True. I sitll wish more series took place somewhere other than NYC or L.A. I'd
love one done in my hometown of Fort Worth for instance--and do NOT say
Walker, Texas Ranger! :(
- Original Message -
From: Tracey de Morsella tdli...@multiculturaladvantage.com
To:
Just to touch on what you said about the show for a moment. I saw NCIS LA I
have to say that I am not sure if I like it or not. It was something about the
first plot and this one that I did not like. It would appear that it tried too
hard and I was not sure who was the leader or not. I felt
I’ve been meaning to check on you too. Glad to hear you and your house are OK.
How about Phyllis? Is her path to work safe?
Martin, you OK?
From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:scifino...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf
Of Keith Johnson
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 8:50 AM
To:
I’m noticing a lot of shows set in Seattle or Oregon. I think it is because
many shows are produced in Canada, which has a similar climate. I have a
similar trepidation every time I hear a show is set in LA. NYC does not bother
me as much.
From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
I got the sense that Christopher O’Donnell’s character was like an early
version of the Mark Harmon character. My husband was put off by Linda Hunt’s
mothering character. Like you said they was trying too hard to fit into some
type of formula and it almost feels forced
From:
rave, just a few wet streets yesterday, drying out rapidly. But that trip to
Six Flags Over Georgia is out, until they rename the place Six Arks Over
Georgia. Coasters almost 200 feet tall, almost completely submerged. A lot of
highways on the western side of town are still closed, may be for
Just fine, and thanks for asking!
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
From: tdli...@multiculturaladvantage.com
Date: Wed, 23 Sep
For the most part I was able to dodge it. Here in Carrollton we were not
that bad, but near I-20 it was.
--Lavender
--
From: Kelwyn ravena...@yahoo.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 10:40 AM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject:
I forgot you lived there. Glad you are OK
-Original Message-
From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:scifino...@yahoogroups.com] On
Behalf Of wlro...@aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 10:33 AM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Atlanta Under Water
For
Lord, at this time, we ask that you heal the minds of those poor deluded
Republicans.
Martin (perfectly serious)
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
To:
Keith, we were young. We can be forgiven such indiscretions.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
From: keithbjohn...@comcast.net
Don't forget about Earth II. Feeling similarly nostalgic one day, I ordered the
DVD collection, but couldn't quite make it through! (I, however, think it
could be a great re-make if you think back to the original premise of the
story.)
Angela
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com, George
i'm the same way--many of us here are. I felt that way with Enterprise and
Voyager. Each gave me some good stuff (at times) to reward my patience
- Original Message -
From: wlro...@aol.com
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 12:58:18 PM GMT -05:00
Yeah, agreed. I've never watched NCIS but watched last night because LL Cool J
was on and I wanted to see how it did. The script was weak, so weak I had time
to laugh at the ridiculous HQ, secreted inside a building like that. So a
condemned sign on the front door is enough to disguise the
Phyllis is able to work from home, so she just sat it out as I slogged through
the Flood. :(
She was able to cook between meetings though, so I'd brave the stores and gas
station, come home soaked, and be greeted by baked chicken, sweet potatoes, and
big pot of greens. All seasoned, of
Agreed. You always recognize the Pacific Northwest (whether in the US or up in
British Columbia), whether the show is set there or not. Highlander, Stargate,
all kinds of shows clue you in to the location up your way. NYC doesn't bother
me as much, either, but still, let's give some love to
Yeah, talk about Central Casting! Old Mother, Young Nerd, Young Kinda Cool
Black Guy who's Green, Cool Seasoned Black Seal, Troubled But Tough White Lead
Who's Been Shot, Girl Who Speaks Other Languages to Bring in Male Viewers.
Notice how they all seemed so posed? They stood around as if
I thought the same about the secret hideout. People notice folks driving up
and parking nice cars—even if there is a small condemned sign on the renovated
door
From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:scifino...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf
Of Keith Johnson
Sent: Wednesday, September 23,
Okay, how many of us in the group live here in Atlanta--and have never met each
other?? Augustus, you're here right?
On the flipside, how many live back in my home area of DFW?
- Original Message -
From: wlro...@aol.com
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September
is that the TV series from a few years ago? For some reason i could never get
into it.
- Original Message -
From: angelababycat asrobin...@mindspring.com
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 2:07:54 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject:
true!
- Original Message -
From: Martin Baxter truthseeker...@hotmail.com
To: SciFiNoir2 scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 1:58:43 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: RE: [scifinoir2] ARK II has not aged well
Keith, we were young. We can be
I just moved to Atlanta area and trust me I know no one. Carrollton GA here.
--Lavender
From: Keith Johnson
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 2:34 PM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Atlanta Under Water
Okay, how many of us in the group live here in Atlanta--and
Did the same thing a few weeks back.Outside the orbital cities above Earth
the effects and storylines were putrid.
--- On Wed, 9/23/09, angelababycat asrobin...@mindspring.com wrote:
From: angelababycat asrobin...@mindspring.com
Subject: [scifinoir2] Re: ARK II has not aged well
To:
I agree with this statement, but I had some issues with Voyager. The Borg
and their fantasy world when they were offline didn't make sense. It would
seem to reflect on things when they were conscious.
On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 11:17 AM, Keith Johnson
keithbjohn...@comcast.netwrote:
i'm the same
I watched 10 minutes of that garbage AND I CAN'T GET THEM BACK!!!
I think that they used the different cameras and special effects to hide the
fact that there wasn't a plot. Do you really need the creepy, mystery woman
to tell them how to dress undercover???
Creepy old chick says:
LL, put on this
Mr Worf, what you speak of is another example of Bad Writing.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
From: hellomahog...@gmail.com
No, never. And Keith and I live in the same county, shop at the same comics
stores.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
From:
He's ranting about Olympia Snowe's telling a woman in her district, suffering
from stomach cancer, that she basically had to suck it up. He's doling it out
equal-opportunity for both parties, on the verge of tears.
I luuuv this man...
If all the world's a stage and all the
Apologies to Senator Snowe. It was Rep. Eric Cantor (R-VA) who said that.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in bloody
hell hired the director? -- Charles L Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQUxw9aUVik
I think that at some point in the last 20 years Hollywood stopped caring
about what it was doing. Maybe because some people got tired of seeing
people get over with a huge blockbuster with no effort, but a movie with a
lot of work, writing and research gets overlooked. I also think that the
nature
He deserves a driveby for that remark.
On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 3:17 PM, Martin Baxter
truthseeker...@hotmail.comwrote:
Apologies to Senator Snowe. It was Rep. Eric Cantor (R-VA) who said that.
If all the world's a stage and all the people merely players, who in
bloody hell hired the
I forgot to mention something called Epigenomes. There is evidence that
suggests that environmental influences on an individual can be passed on
from generation to generation. For example, if your grandfather had
diabetes, your chances of having it goes up dramatically. There is a
documentary on
Yeah, and the way Chris O'Donnell--who never seemed to make it in the movie
world--came on as so cool was a bit irritating to me. But then, everyone was a
cliche. And then, the fight scene was shot in that maddeningly fast
quick-camera take, so i couldn't even see that.
- Original Message
While watching the new ABS series Modern Family --the best new show I've seen
so far, full of laughs--I saw a commercial for the new series Eastwick.
Starring Rebecca Romijn, it's about three women who live in the town from the
book and movie, who discover they have magical abilities. As I was
We should all arrange to get together then.
- Original Message -
From: wlro...@aol.com
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 2:41:10 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Atlanta Under Water
I just moved to Atlanta area and
I barely think of earth 2. I typically remember from that time, the Gene
Roddenberry TV movies Genesis 2 and Planet Earth. Funny, Mariette Hartley
stared in both Earth 2 and Genesis 2. Star Trek alum Gary Lockwood (Gary
Mitchell from the official series pilot) was in Earth 2 as well.
I did
You're talking about Unimatrix Zero, I believe? Yeah, that was crap, and
shows what happens when you have not-too-talented writers milk a concept to
death. The Borg started losing their cool air of menace, so overused were they.
And what was a major change was in the introduction of the Borg in
Figures. I would be surprised to see Snowe say that, but catamite-to-Boehner
Cantor? Not surprised what that little weasel would say or do.
- Original Message -
From: Martin Baxter truthseeker...@hotmail.com
To: SciFiNoir2 scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 23,
I know, too bad for the show. She was one of the best casting decisions they
have made in two years
From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:scifino...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf
Of Keith Johnson
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 6:40 PM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject:
Reprehensible. I contend that one can still keep costs low and give us quality.
Look at some classic Dr. Who. Listen at how people nowadays joke about the
original Star Trek series' sets (including, JJ Abrams and the new movie's
writers, another reason I have issues with those guys). I mean, in
It always bothered me that they did not develop story the species with noname
by a number instead of milking the borg to death or spending so much time with
the rag wearing people or the organ and face stealing people. The missed an
opportunity with Kes people who teamed up with the mate of
I know! I really liked Tess! I think one thing she brought was a freshness and
a much lighter tone to the main cast. Sally Richardson's Allison is a bit too
uptight, due to her duties and responsibilities, and in earlier shows, having
to care for her autistic son as a single mother. Later she
Very true, I hated Kes' loss. I think I read the actress herself wanted to
leave? Her return later for one show was *horrible*, yet another of the
innumerable time travel shows, and badly and confusingly scripted to boot. Is
that Species 8472 you're mentioning? the ones that kicked the Borg's
I am starting to feel paranoid now...
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090923/ap_on_re_us/us_ammo_shortage
--
Bringing diversity to perversity for 9 years!
Mahogany at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mahogany_pleasures_of_darkness/
I think she got Eastwick and this part at the same time. Her chemistry with
carter was so good, that they made it so she come back if Eastwick flops.
They did something similar with ZenaWarrior Princess ( can’t remember her name)
on BSG.
For her sake, I hope Eastwick is a hit, it
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