More Stargate SG-1 Litany
I just finished watching all of Stargate SG-1 season 7 on DVD. Sorry if this is going to sound like litany, but I proclaim that it is still the best Sci-Fi series out there. Why is that? Because it's not cookie cutter Sci-Fi, that's why.
I tend to get tired of how some Sci-Fi series' can be so deadpan serious and predicated on just special effects. There's little human substance to it and it just gets tiring. In light of today's "reality" based shows and a plentitude special effects, it's refreshing when a show can cover more bases than it's own genre. At the heart of it, I yearn for character driven storylines like this one.
As far as SG-1 is concerned, try and imagine a Sci-Fi series that tends to blend geo-political intrigue, smart dialogue, subtle humor, and whip smart wit that the common man can identify with. I mean even if you don't like Sci-Fi shows, at least you can watch it for it's deep character development.
Anyhow, after watching all the episodes (not in one sitting, mind you), I have plenty of raves to be raving about. First off, Richard Dean Anderson's (Col. O'Neill) cynicism and wit are good for the show. Also, I have garnered great respect for Amanda Tapping (Maj. Carter), Christopher Judge (Teal'c) and Michael Shanks (Dr. Jackson). I mean not only do I esteem them as actors, but also as a director and screenwriters, respectively. I also appreciate Don Davis as General Hammond. I mean how many real former military officers do you know that are convincing actors? Lastly, Teryl Rothery's (Dr. Frasier) exit from the show was a very poignant one. Although I'm pissed that she's not on the show anymore, that episode is certainly one to remember. My goodness, I really like how this show just comes together.
To boot, I like the lead-in to the Atlantis series with appearances with other high caliber actors like William Devane(24) and James McDaniel(NYPD Blue). For added realism, they even had the Air Force Chief-of-Staff as a guest star! I'm gonna miss this show when it goes away someday. For now, I'll appreciate it for all that it is in the here and now.
Whew. Looks like I've had a lot to say about this. SG-1 FOREVER!!!
I just finished watching all of Stargate SG-1 season 7 on DVD. Sorry if this is going to sound like litany, but I proclaim that it is still the best Sci-Fi series out there. Why is that? Because it's not cookie cutter Sci-Fi, that's why.
I tend to get tired of how some Sci-Fi series' can be so deadpan serious and predicated on just special effects. There's little human substance to it and it just gets tiring. In light of today's "reality" based shows and a plentitude special effects, it's refreshing when a show can cover more bases than it's own genre. At the heart of it, I yearn for character driven storylines like this one.
As far as SG-1 is concerned, try and imagine a Sci-Fi series that tends to blend geo-political intrigue, smart dialogue, subtle humor, and whip smart wit that the common man can identify with. I mean even if you don't like Sci-Fi shows, at least you can watch it for it's deep character development.
Anyhow, after watching all the episodes (not in one sitting, mind you), I have plenty of raves to be raving about. First off, Richard Dean Anderson's (Col. O'Neill) cynicism and wit are good for the show. Also, I have garnered great respect for Amanda Tapping (Maj. Carter), Christopher Judge (Teal'c) and Michael Shanks (Dr. Jackson). I mean not only do I esteem them as actors, but also as a director and screenwriters, respectively. I also appreciate Don Davis as General Hammond. I mean how many real former military officers do you know that are convincing actors? Lastly, Teryl Rothery's (Dr. Frasier) exit from the show was a very poignant one. Although I'm pissed that she's not on the show anymore, that episode is certainly one to remember. My goodness, I really like how this show just comes together.
To boot, I like the lead-in to the Atlantis series with appearances with other high caliber actors like William Devane(24) and James McDaniel(NYPD Blue). For added realism, they even had the Air Force Chief-of-Staff as a guest star! I'm gonna miss this show when it goes away someday. For now, I'll appreciate it for all that it is in the here and now.
Whew. Looks like I've had a lot to say about this. SG-1 FOREVER!!!
posted by G at 01:45
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