Archive for April, 2010
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On Being Human
Posted by Is being human a matter of genetics, or a state of mind? A vampire, werewolf and ghost, sharing a flat in Bristol, and trying to blend into society, investigate. Sort of. What could possibly go wrong? Being Human, created by (“School Reunion”/Doctor Who & “Greeks Bearing Gifts”/Torchwood genius) Toby Whitehouse, delivers us an amazing mix […]
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Bill vs Eric – where’s the love
Posted by There is chatter among fans that Eric is a better match for Sookie than Bill. Let’s make a few comparisons. Bill. He values human life. He’s trying to lead a life that sees humans and vampires living together in harmony. He represents a time of chivalry that has long since passed. His love for Sookie […]
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Can’t Stop The Browncoats in the Fight for Equality
Posted by You don’t get much more dedicated than Firefly fans. With only 12 episodes aired prior to Fox’s fateful cancellation decision in 2002, it must seem insane to many that it still generates so much support and enthusiasm. But it was this devotion, of Firefly‘s fans, creators, and contributors (and massive DVD sales) that enabled Serenity […]
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Robin Hood jumps the shark
Posted by In 2006, the BBC released a “younger, edgier” TV series based on the Robin Hood legend, starring Jonas Armstrong, Lucy Griffiths, Keith Allen, and Richard Armitage. It ran (officially) for three seasons. But in my mind, Robin Hood ended when season two ended. I should probably note at this point – spoilers! If you plan […]
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Adapting to Adaptation
Posted by The only thing a fangirl loves more than a pretty boy is mauling him. Because mauling is love, at least in the Horten vocabulary. Unfortunately, pretty boys are scarce in reality. Nobody dare try to tell me otherwise, unless you can provide names and locations to back up such claims. Or at least photos. Pretty, […]