Battlestar Galactica

[JonRB]

I know we had a thread a while back when the film pilot was aired saying what a travesty it was, but now that the series has finished, what do people think?

I've really enjoyed it. It's been well-written, tense in places, is the only Sci-Fi film / series I've seen where star fighters object Newtonian Physics (although an honourable mention goes to Robot Jox) and is a very fresh update on the original.

But what about everyone else? What do you think?

[parrot of doom]

Its fan-bloody-tastic. The best sci-fi in ages. Great acting, great storylines, good special effects, and some really nice plot twists.

Interesting as well how I haven't started fast-forwarding through the opening credits like I normally do with other programs once the novelty has worn off.

Just remember, the original series was a pretty tacky laser-blasting 70's piece of trash, and didn't really last all that long. It certainly wasn't 'a classic'.

[FourWheelDrift]

I enjoyed it a lot.Once it got going it was really complusive viewing. Real cliff hanger ending too.

[mybrainhurts]

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA


Thought that was a chocky bar....?

[C C]

The best sci-fi since Babylon 5. And a refreshing change from Star Trek’s stiff moral codes.

[gh0st]

havenet seen them all yet - excellent so far but whats the deal with that cylon in the doctors head? is she real or is she his imagination? do I get to find out at the end?

am I asking too many questions for 2am?

Who are you people?


Eh???

[S2gonzo]

Fantastic show. Great characters, superb modernisation of the story..... overall i love the "documentary" feel of the action. The camera never seems sure of which bit of action to follow so gives a real good sence of watching war footage shot by the press (think that makes sence?)


And considering that they havent even made any decision on series 2 (only 6 more episodes have so far been scripted, but nothing filmed) its gotta be the most nerve jangling/nail biting/frustrating cliff hanger ever..... Also a superb surprise, didnt see it coming. (dont worry, no intention of giving it away).

[chris watton]

Yep, we loved it too, a refreshing change, and clearly aimed at the adult audience, and not the kids, and all the better for it. The characterisation, story, editing and special effects are among the best I have seen in this genre, I just hope they bring out the next series soon!

>> Edited by chris watton on Saturday 5th February 10:48

[MrsRotty]

Absolutely loved it - do a search on Google and check out some of the USA sites tho'.
People complaining that:
1. it's too adult for them to watch with their kids.
2. There aren't any same-sex relationships.
3. There's too much violence/sex etc.

Pur-lease!!

[telecat]

Noted somebody said that the Fighters obey the laws of Physics in this one. In Babylon Five the Star Furies seemed to do so as well. Why does Hollywood forget this? They are not going to "fly" like aircraft, after all they don't need the speed to stay "up".

[RossMac]

Ok, a bit off topic but flicking channels this afternoon found Voyager

Any idea where I can get a 7 of 9 costume for the wife

Is that pervy?

[C C]

RossMac said:

Ok, a bit off topic but flicking channels this afternoon found Voyager Any idea where I can get a 7 of 9 costume for the wife Is that pervy?

Mrs RossMac is going to just love slipping into this.

[RossMac]

ummm [shudder]. Oil of Ulay moment I think

that's not the skin tight cat suit I was admiring

[JonRB]

mungo said:

They remade Battle Star Galactica??? What channel was it on?

Try to keep up Mungo!

[JonRB]

Due for DVD release on 28/03/05

See here

[Yugguy]

Is there going to be another series of BG? I enjoyed it cos it was a little bit edgier than your average american offering.

Last episode I saw Adama had just been shot.

[Dakkon]

I thought it was fantastic, the mad doctor seeing things was very well done, and what a babe the blonde Cylon chic is, sorry guys I would help exterminate the human race for her

[JagLover]

Very good series-above the average for a sci-fi and it is good to escape the sometimes suffocating political correctness of Star Trek.

It helps to fill the void left by the demise of Babylon 5.

Does anyone know when the next series is due out?

[JonRB]

Yugguy said:

Is there going to be another series of BG? I enjoyed it cos it was a little bit edgier than your average american offering. Last episode I saw Adama had just been shot.

I can't see how they wouldn't do another series having ended it on a cliffhanger like that.

[bobfrance]

Anyone know if it's coming to terrestrial TV?