As an avid admirer of the noir genre, I was truly honored to have received approval for this Press Room on Thursday July 25, 2024 with interviews included below for your enjoyment. Noir fiction, widely regarded as a sub-genre in the realm of film, holds an exceptional place in my heart.
I am currently engrossed in crafting a screenplay that draws inspiration from its compelling essence. The round table interviews provided an unforgettable glimpse into the captivating world of True Noir, and I am eagerly looking forward to sharing more about this enriching experience with all of you.
Thanks to its innovative approach, the True Noir project is a standout in its field. Unlike conventional weekly shows, producers Robert Meyer Burnett and Mike Bawden are crafting an audio experience for their audience. What’s even more intriguing is that this project is part of a Kickstarter Campaign, allowing fans to contribute and become part of the series.
Fans can anticipate immersing themselves in a ten-episode drama adapted from the acclaimed novels of Max Allan Collins, featuring the ‘The Nathan Heller Casebooks’ series, including the highly anticipated nineteenth and twentieth installments.
Don McManus emphasized the creative freedom that comes with voice-over work. According to him, voice-over allows actors to embody any character without the constraints of physical appearance or preconceived expectations. This form of acting liberates performers from the usual pressures of being in front of a camera, opening up a world of limitless possibilities. The listener has the opportunity to engage their imagination, allowing them to vividly visualize the story and immerse themselves in the characters’ lives, experiencing their adventures along the way.
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I am delighted to see a resurgence in this unique form of storytelling. Before the era of television, there were captivating radio dramas, brimming with mystery and camp, akin to the narratives found in the pulp novels of yesteryear. This type of entertainment had the remarkable ability to captivate listeners, evoking empathy and feelings of antipathy towards the characters they encountered. The resurgence of this art form is a testament to its enduring appeal and appreciation for its unique storytelling techniques, which the True Noir project is set to revive.
During a conversation, Lombardi pointed out that the experience of doing voice-over work at that time was unlike usual. While you were alone in the booth, the other actors were remotely visible on a screen. This setup meant that interactions between actors differed from typical, but it also allowed for a sense of freedom. Additionally, seeing how the other actors delivered their lines benefited the overall process.
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Bill Smirtovich, a brilliant character actor, shared fascinating insights into his early days on the stage with Arthur Miller, illustrating how this experience shaped his ability to bring characters to life across various mediums. What sets this series apart is the intriguing blend of fictional and real characters, with the detective Nathan Heller being the sole creation of the author. Additionally, Collins’s meticulous research brings authenticity to the characters and the real crimes that form the backdrop of his novels, showcasing his masterful storytelling. The evocative original score by Alexander Bornstein effectively transports viewers back to the noir era. The music plays an integral role in the genre, almost like a character, adding depth and emotion to the storytelling.
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Louis Lombardi was a captivating speaker because of his profound appreciation for Cagney. He eloquently delved into the reasons behind Cagney’s excellence, highlighting the complexity of his characters and the valuable lessons he imparted to his fans about toughness. He expressed an optimistic sentiment, hoping that revisiting this medium would provide listeners with a focused and immersive experience, allowing them to engage with the words and characters presented thoroughly.
I hope to see an increase in the number of studios adopting this storytelling style. I also wish that studios revive noir as a prominent genre in the entertainment industry. It’s pretty challenging to come across high-quality noir books or movies. I am optimistic that this rejuvenated storytelling approach will open up new opportunities for actors to showcase their talents uniquely and compellingly. The presentation of this particular form of entertainment provides an opportunity for writers and composers to gain increased visibility. By introducing audiences to fresh content from various artists, the producers aim to create opportunities for talented writers and composers to expand their fanbase and access exciting new projects. The magic of Comic-Con lies in its ability to not only unveil the latest and most thrilling upcoming movies but also to pay homage to the timeless classics of the past. Additionally, the convention offers a platform for genres like noir, which aren’t typically highlighted at such events, introducing them to a fresh audience and potentially revitalizing interest in the genre.
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Imagination Connoisseurs Unlimited (ICU) is the innovative company behind this exceptional material. ICU’s mission is to transform genre entertainment by prioritizing the involvement of fans and creators. The description of the ICU’s intentions fills me with hope that major Hollywood studios will consider developing their renditions of this type of entertainment. It would be remarkable to witness an influx of noir or science fiction narratives akin to the style of Orson Welles with The War of the Worlds (1938 radio drama).
Unfortunately, I couldn’t attend the panel for the exciting new series, but fans can eagerly anticipate a 10-episode, six ½-hour serialized audio drama. I am eagerly looking forward to the release of this series in September 2024. For anyone passionate about this form of entertainment, I strongly urge you to consider contributing to the Kickstarter fund, just as I have. Presenting this series at a panel at Comic-Con has significantly boosted their pledges, and they have now surpassed one-third of their funding target.
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I was privileged to attend a press event organized by Amy Prenner From The Prenner Group and Gary Miereanu was a fantastic opportunity to talk with the talented actors about their experiences working on this new project. Additionally, I extend my best wishes to the producers, hoping their hard work pays off and this project becomes a huge success, providing us with years of enjoyable entertainment.
I’m excited to share this article about an intriguing new project. Be sure to tune in and immerse yourself in the captivating world of True Noir. You won’t want to miss what’s in store for you!
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It is that time of the year again, and TeamWHR is gearing up for a fantastic event. The aftermath of the writers’ and actors’ strikes in 2023 left a noticeable void at Comic-Con. Unless you were a gamer or an anime fan, the offerings at the 2023 Comic Con were limited. However, more panels featured comic book artists discussing upcoming issues in the following years. With those strikes now resolved, the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con is set to include a wide array of talent from writers, producers, actors, and everyone involved in creating series and movies. Last year’s convention was particularly challenging for someone like me, who has been attending with a press badge since 2012. Unfortunately, many scheduled interviews were canceled last year due to the absence of actors. I hope to make up for lost opportunities with a bounty of interviews this year..
The San Diego Comic-Con 2024 schedule, a highly anticipated event, has been released over the past few days and is now available on their website. It is a thrilling moment for fans as Marvel Studios and other beloved franchises make a long-awaited return to Comic-Con panel on Saturday July 27th featuring Kevin Feige, rekindling the excitement dampened by the pandemic and subsequent content shortage. This absence left many fans disheartened and frustrated, but with the return to normalcy, attendees eagerly anticipate the unveiling of new adventures in February 2025 with Captain America Brave New World and series from many other entertainment powerhouses.
On the evening of Wednesday, July 24th, attendees can experience the excitement of Preview Night, a unique opportunity to explore the convention floor before the main event. This is the perfect occasion for fans and collectors to get their hands on exclusive items before they are gone, ensuring they beat the rush of eager attendees flocking to those sought-after booths. We include a fun Preview Night “walk tour” video from last year to provide a feeling of the coming event.
One panel that I am particularly looking forward to is FX’s “What We Do in the Shadows” in Hall H. It is unusual to see it scheduled on a Thursday, as it is traditionally held on Sundays with the rest of the FX shows. It turns out that there are no FX shows featured on Sunday this year so Hall H will be dark that day. However, there is a bittersweet aspect to this year’s event as it marks the final season for Shadows, making this the last panel for the beloved show.
Similar to previous events, there is a significant amount of scheduling overlap among panels, which is quite common. When navigating your itinerary, it is essential to be careful and allocate ample time for reaching panel rooms, especially since the smaller ones tend to reach capacity quickly, leading to long queues.
I am particularly excited about a few panels happening on Thursday. One of them is the new Peacock TV series “Those About to Die” starring Sir Anthony Hopkins and Iwan Rheon from “Game of Thrones“. It is about ancient Rome and its gladiatorial games, a topic that has always fascinated me. With the sequel to “Gladiator” coming out this year, it should be a great companion to this series.
I am also looking forward to The Groundlings panel. The Groundlings is a legendary sketch comedy troupe that has launched the careers of some of the most iconic and successful comedians of our time. Another panel that I am looking forward to is by Jonathan Frakes from “Star Trek: The Next Generation” will be there to talk about “Venus Prime,” an adaptation of Arthur C. Clarke’s famed book series of six short stories. Frakes will be directing the series and producing it as one of the an seriesd executives. Additionally, there is the panel for the audio drama “The Assassination of Anton Cermak: True Noir.” I am a huge noir fan, so this immediately caught my eye. The cast includes Anthony LaPaglia from “Without A Trace“, Bill Smitrovich from “Air Force One“, Don McManus from “Vice“, and Louis Lombardi from “The Sopranos“. They also promise “a few surprise guests.” This panel is scheduled in Room 6A from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm on Thursday, July 25th.
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Friday’s events begin with Amazon MGM Studios series “The Boys” in Hall H, followed by “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.” Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest, as studios display their most anticipated shows, much to the fans’ delight. Hall H and Ballroom 20 are where you will find the top-rated and most popular shows. If you want to attend any panels in Hall H, you must line up incredibly early. I have heard that wristbands are required to enter Hall H for the big panels, although I am not exactly sure how it works, as I am press and have a different entrance than regular attendees.
The final panel for “Snowpiercer” will take place in Ballroom 20. Considering its popularity, I do not doubt it will draw a large and enthusiastic crowd.
On Friday, the much-anticipated “Alien: Romulus” panel will occur at Comic-Con. We may get a sneak peek at some behind-the-scenes footage or a brand-new trailer in addition to the cast and creators. That is the beautiful thing about Comic-Con – fans get to see trailers and extras before the rest of the world does.
I anticipate most of my Saturday at the upcoming event will be spent in Hall H, where a lineup of exciting panels is set to take place. I look forward to the “BRZRKR: The Immortal Saga Continues” comic book series panel featuring Keanu Reeves. This will be followed by panels for “Star Trek Universe“, Max’s “The Penguin” with Colin Farrell, and Marvel, making Saturday’s Hall H schedule compelling. It has been a while since I have spent so much time in Hall H, and while there are other panels of interest, the ones I am most excited about are all in Hall H.
With the Marvel Studios panel’s return, I suspect we will witness a panel for “The Fantastic Four” and, hopefully, a panel or something for “Venom: The Last Dance“. I look forward to seeing what else Marvel Studios will unveil, including potential upcoming projects for release in the coming years. This prospect is exciting, as we have not seen much news from Marvel at Comic-Con in recent years. Additionally, we may get updates on “Deadpool & Wolverine“, considering a movie screening is scheduled for Comic-Con on July 26th. The highly anticipated Hall H on Thursday still has a TBA slot, sparking speculation about what surprise could be in store. We may not receive any announcement until right before the convention or on the day. This aligns with Comic-Con’s knack for delivering thrilling, last-minute surprises for fans, which are always awe-inspiring.
I plan to attend just two panels on Sunday, usually the slowest day for panels. One is “Godzilla: Minus One” in Room 25 ABC with the film now showing on Netflix, and the other is “Jellystone” in Room 6DE.
Surprisingly, Sunday’s lineup is almost nonexistent, with nothing scheduled in Hall H, Ballroom 20, or the Indigo Ballroom at The Hilton Bayfront. Last year’s strikes appear to have influenced the scheduling of Comic-Con this year. While some exciting panels are planned, quite a few still need to be included.
Even though we will not see panels from other significant shows or Disney content, exploring the smaller panels is always enjoyable. If you find some free time (which might be rare), you can explore the offsite events behind the convention center. The Gaslamp Quarter will also host themed restaurants throughout Comic-Con. Additionally, Petco Park will feature several offsite events and food trucks to keep hunger at bay. Off-sites offer a fantastic opportunity to engage in the exciting activities and events of Comic-Con without needing a badge. However, it is essential to note that off-sites often have long lines, so it is best to be prepared for potential wait times. Tickets are required to attend certain offsite events. You can visit the Comic-Con website for more information on which events require tickets.
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As I step onto the convention floor, I am surrounded by a dazzling array of booths offering various goods to purchase. While the big, popular booths are constantly enticing with their giveaways and freebies, I highly recommend strolling down Artist’s Alley. Here, you will discover a treasure trove of unique and captivating artwork, each piece a testament to the talent and creativity of the artists. Many of these artists depend on conventions like this to highlight their work, making it incredibly meaningful to support them. Social media plays a crucial role for exhibitors and panelists, so feel free to share your unique experiences at San Diego Comic-Con across all your platforms, but remember to avoid leaking any sensitive information.
This is my summary of what we can expect at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. We will encounter some surprises in the next ten days leading up to the convention. Before I sign off, here are a few final tips: wear comfortable shoes, bring snacks, stay hydrated, and most importantly, have fun!
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Wow, this has been a while since I have written a review for Stargate Universe. Did you miss me?
I know that last review I wrote was way back when with the season one tenth episode “Space”. That was a great experience for me as I have never ever accomplished something of sharing my perspectives like that before.
Although I wrote my “Space” review as a play-by-play of what occurred, this one is more of my impressions of what I thought about and of “Twin Destinies”. Several sections of “Twin Destinies” (directed by Stargate legend Peter DeLuise) are pointed out either as to what caught my eye the most or what I found especially entertaining. So be prepared that I may jump all over the episode with this review. Let us get on with the reason why you are here, my analysis.
We start off with a meeting of all essential bodies discussing their options of fixing the Destiny. Unfortunately with no parts or any clue as to how to fix the ship, the only apparently viable option is what Eli Wallace (David Blue) suggests. That option is to dial the ninth chevron and go home to Earth while recharging Destiny in a sun!
Of course Dr Nicholas Rush (Robert Carlyle) rejects that reasoning. Even if they did manage to dial the gate and go home, it could very well blow up the ship according to Rush. With no one really caring *mainly cause they would be on their way home*, Rush speaks up and suggests that some people may want to stay behind with him and continue on the mission and journey aboard Destiny.
Rush is one of these people that is hard to figure out. He started off as a very conniving individual who is hell bend on doing what has to be done as long as “his” mission is completed. Then later on you see that he does genuinely care for people until something or someone threatens his plans. Then as we have observed he goes right back to his old ways.
I had really thought that when he started “seeing” his wife Gloria Rush (Louise Lombard) and Dr. Jeremy Franklin (Mark Burgess) in the actual bridge, that he would lighten up a bit. And for a while he did. What was a surprise actually was Col. Everett Young (Louis Ferreira) siding with Rush in his decision to stay aboard Destiny. This actually shocked me more than surprized me. However that was a short lived change of heart in Rush as we soon discover. I wondered if we will see a real change of heart in “Twin Destinies”? Let’s find out!
Why on earth would anyone what to stay aboard the Destiny when you have a way home is beyond me. Maybe Rush has got something to prove to someone, or to himself. Which I think is most likely. It is like he can never ever be wrong. And when someone does point out something that he might have overlooked, he gets agitated and lashes out to whoever is in close proximity.
Of course every chance Col. David Telford (Lou Diamond Phillips) could get to undermine Col Young or especially Rush, he was going to do it. When they were all gathered in the gate room (the first time), Telford took the opportunity to have his say. Not sure if it would have worked or not, Young seems to have the backing of everyone on board. Well, almost everyone.
Eli I have found has grown a lot since the beginning, and especially since the death of Ginn (Julie McNiven). He’s gotten more outspoken, especially when up against Rush in certain matters. We seen that when he stood up to Young after Rush was left on the planet, “well you should have thought of that before you got rid of Rush!”.
Two of the best recent scenes occurred in “Twin Destinies” and both were hilarious. The first was the return of Dr. Bill Lee (Bill Dow) in an exchange of conscience mind with Eli via the Ancient Communications Stones when they talked about computer gaming. Leave it to the two great geeks of Stargate, Eli and Dr. Lee to discuss gaming during a crisis!
These next set of pictures are taken from various places in the episode. I think that the special effects are nothing but brilliant. For someone like me that does not have a clue how it is done, Mr. Mark Savela and his team really out-do themselves in every episode. I mean, I understand the concept of the green screen when the actors are in the gate room and such, but this with the computer generated special effects are beyond me. I will just sit back and enjoy. I am completely amazed with the brilliance of his teams VFX work.
OK, I do not know if you feel the same as I do or not, but does it creep you out that we have TWO Dr. Rush’s? When I watched “Twin Destinies” The geeky-ness factor (yes it is my new word for today) just went up a few levels! We have seen in the other two Stargate series (Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis) the usages of parallel universes and what happens when you have the same person in the one reality. Only goes to show how they make it different in each situation.
After the failed attempt to get the crew safely home and with two Rush’s on-board after the discovery of the second alternate reality Destiny, the only course of action was a salvage mission to obtain the spare parts required.
With two Rush’s that means double the deception! Rush ‘A’ is bad enough, but having Rush ‘B’ as well, that is a recipe for disaster. Although with Telford being his usual charming self *snicker*, he and Rush ‘B’ got into a little dispute. I do not think that Telford had much respect for Rush anyway, though it makes one wonder if there were any differences at all from Rush ‘B’s reality compared to Rush ‘A’s. I used the concept of Rush ‘A’ and ‘B’ from Teddy and Ajay when they were discussing the episode on InnerSPACE on SPACE channel.
Though we all know that you can’t push Rush too much, he will only push right back. And unfortunately for Telford, we see just that. But if you think about it, if we have two Rush’s, which Telford is this one? And for that matter, why didn’t Rush ‘B’ experience tropic cascade failure like Dr. Samantha Carter did in the episode “Point of View” from Stargate SG-1?
She was in the same time dimension as Major Samantha Carter (Amanda Tapping) in no time when she started having problems. You can’t have two of the same person in the same universe. Or can you?? I guess we are left to ponder that one. Or maybe they can answer that at the next convention they attend. If someone could ask that, can you please let me know the answer? 😉
After Rush ‘B’ shoved Telford, the mere look on Rush’s face made me think that maybe he felt guilty of killing Telford. At one point, it looked like Rush was going to grab for Telford and save him (if that was even possible) when he was reaching out for him. Then of course when Rush ‘B’ realizes he can not help Telford, he leaves and heads off.
Of course it does not help matters when Rush ‘A’ and Lt. Scott finds the dead Col Telford and hurries off leaving the young Lt behind. Again, same old Rush. It’s scary that even though they are from a different time, space and experience, they are still the same in all other aspects.
Now I can never end off this analysis without adding my thoughts about Varro (Mike Dopud). Albeit he has a small appearance Mr. Dopud is still lovely to see as I am sure all the ladies agree!
But no review of mine is not complete without having a nice butt shot of Varro from behind, LOL. I HAD to add in that picture for a certain someone who loves to look, LOL *wink*.
Now as soon as I observed this, I couldn’t help myself but tweet something a little typical of me. I will tone it down here, because I never know who is actually reading this. But can you say “Varro a tad bit roasted.”? LOL
At the end of the episode while the spare parts have been procured, the fate of the remainder of the crew is unknown. The twin Rush’s do the right thing with alternate Rush sacrificing his life to maintain control of alternate Destiny allowing Rush and Lt. Scott to barely escape.
As alternate reality Destiny is destroyed in the star and since only Telford actually made it to Earth, this leaves one to believe that the others were either killed or transported to another destination as a result of the unstable wormhole.
The crew compliment of Destiny is now at a bare bones level!
Support your local Stargate and make tune in live to find out what has happened and help boost the ratings. We thank you for your support. Stargate Universe returns with “Alliances” on March 21 in the United States and March 22, 2011 in Canada on the SPACE Channel. In the meantime we include the full episode courtesy of Syfy for your pleasure. Enjoy!
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Hello Stargate Community and Stargate Universe fans,
I would say good morning, but it really is not a good morning is it? We did have other news to post yesterday at 12 PM Pacific time, but frankly I did not have the heart to complete a story that was ready for publication. I realized that the news I had heard at the end of the day Wednesday December 15, 2010, likely to become reality, had in fact occurred.
For the first time in 17 years the MGM Studios “Stargate” franchise that has been spinning and taking us all on adventures to far away lands, planets, galaxies across the universe, the series franchise filled with action, romance, mystery and mythology may sadly be coming to an end.
I can still remember my excitement in 1993 when MGM Studios announced production of Stargate (the movie). I was living in Austin Texas and could not wait to see the film. I and all my friends were even more excited when the movie became the Stargate franchise. Now after 17 episodic seasons it seems to be coming to an end, a potential end of an era of epic movies and series. I only hope that is not the case, but we are sad here today.
We here at WHR are saddened that the announcement was made one year almost to the day that Stargate Universe was renewed for a second season. I believe I can say with 100% certainty everyone here at WHR are saddened. We have had nine reporters over the past two years write reviews about Stargate Universe and visit the celebrities and creators at Stargate Conventions. We are quite sad for the loss of employment for the most talented actors and actresses. In the world of entertainment these are some of the finest human beings you will ever know.
We are sad that wonderful people we have had the privilege to meet and work with at MGM Studios and The Bridge are liable to lose their jobs.
We are sad that the crews, publicists, agents, and perhaps the entire Stargate family of creators who may also lose their jobs, face unemployment. We are sad for fans who have supported the Stargate franchise for 17 episodic years and three Stargate movies. We are sad because there may be only 10 episodes left in what was planned to be a 5 year 100 episode series run. We are sad because the Stargate may stop spinning in 2012 after the last 10 episodes of Stargate Universe in 2011.
Preparing for a long trip driving to Southern California to work, I did not have time to tweet very much. Texting and driving is not something any of us should be doing. I did however have wireless Internet access on my netbook and and looked at the tweet stream as much as possible via Tweet Deck. I also read a couple of articles when stopping for gasoline and food on the road.
I also became very sad for another reason; a group of people running a web site called “SGU Sucks Dot Com” threw a virtual party proclaiming that their 15 month campaign had “paid off”. And no I am NOT going to hyper link that foul place!
Many of these malcontents also tweeted about it and posted on several web sites. Over recent history, this despicable group of people has attacked the actors, the creators, the families and even the news sites which supported and reported on Stargate Universe (including WHR). Each time with foul mouthed glee since their misbegotten effort began in 2009. They also attacked the Stargate fans grabbing tweets and posting them for their hate filled campaign not realizing that they could be part of the end of the franchise for the foreseeable future as we have reported previously. I was sickened by what I read yesterday from these misguided and often hate filled individuals.
I was however on the phone while driving. I was talking with members of the team (both ours and Stargate’s) about the greatest fear of virtually everyone on our team, including mine. Then it was confirmed by a second source: SyFy elected to not renew Stargate Universe for a third season in 2011-2012. I knew I had to drive to Los Angeles and put out a few tweets, one of which in specific seems to have angered some. That tweet was that I knew that Stargate Universe would be canceled. In fact I was not told directly. While I had made calls to certain sources at MGM and SyFy, I was only told “news would be coming soon”. It was the tone of the e-mails and phone calls that lead me to believe 36 hours ago that Stargate Universe was not going to be renewed.
So when I said “I knew”, I erred and I apologize for that tweet. I did not mean to offend anyone. Nor will I delete it, but leave it there as an indication that I chose the wrong words while on the road to Los Angeles for a reporting assignment.
WHR was not told directly “Stargate Universe” is canceled until the SyFy public statement was released. What I “knew” was that the news of a business decision was “coming soon”. I shared my thoughts privately with few people. Sadly, the cancellation of Stargate Universe indeed seemed to be coming. This was at the end of the day Wednesday December 15, 2010.
Despite the information which seemed to confirm the pending news, it is not the policy nor the job of WormholeRiders News Agency to post rumors. Nor is it our job to initially announce whether a series is renewed or not. We post facts subsequent to reading official press releases and then confirming same from at least two sources. This confirmation came at approximately 11:45 AM Pacific time, some 45 minutes after SyFy made a public statement which they later tweeted as well:
“Syfy will end its original action-adventure series Stargate Universe when the show returns with the final 10 episodes of its second season in the Spring of 2011. The Stargate franchise — consisting of Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis and Stargate Universe — has aired on Syfy since 2002.
Syfy has a slate of new sci-fi/fantasy scripted projects lined up for 2011 including the series premiere of Being Human on January 17, the recently green lit one-hour drama series Alphas and the much anticipated Battlestar Galactica prequel pilot movie, Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome. Warehouse 13, Eureka and Haven will also return with new seasons next year.”
I was reading the public statement (which was sent to everyone at the same time) when Michael Ausiello tweeted the news and then (literally) all hell broke loose. At first I thought that Michael had blind-sided everyone including SyFy, then I checked the time of the announcement. In fact SyFy had informed the actors and crews in advance with their public statement.
The problem is that Twitter in specific exploded before people even had a chance to read the press release. In a way, it would have been nice for each actor and crew person to be told individually. However that is not possible. Why? While I do know that a few did find out officially, most saw it on Twitter first. But even if a round of calls or e-mails were made, the complaint would then become why did “they” inform “that” person or persons first?
Is Stargate Universe season three announced as a series canceled by SyFy? Yes. Does this mean that the Stargate franchise is finished for the foreseeable future? Maybe. A lot depends on you the fans of Stargate. What can you, the fans, possibly do in a positive way to perhaps save the show?
I would suggest that we all take a lesson from Chuck fans. Buy the Stargate Universe DVD’s and Blu-ray disks from MGM and give them as Christmas or other gifts. Download the episodes from legal sources such as iTunes. Perhaps most critically, when Stargate Universe returns in April get everyone you know to watch the ten (10) un-aired episodes of the series LIVE (NOT DVR).
Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, do not send threats or foul language tweets or e-mails to SyFy. That will do no good. Instead demonstrate that you support the Stargate franchise and maybe, just maybe, the series will be picked up. A bonus for all of the Stargate fans in being professional? You may just succeed and we could possibly get those two Stargate movies that all would like to see!
As previously tweeted, we will complete our reviews of every episode of Stargate Universe and finish adding all of them to the updated menu structure as soon as possible.
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After a number of tweets thanking the creators, the actors, the crews and MGM Studios, I will see you all soon at the Hollywood Auction 43 and on “The Other Side“! Thank you.
Stargate Universe continues this evening with “Malice” on SyFy at 9 PM east and west time zones with one of the best Stargate episodes of all time across all three series and three movies. “Malice” is the second of two parts that began with “The Greater Good”. WHR assures you that Stargate fans do not want to miss the second of them, “Malice”!
WARNING: Certain parts of the series, and the music news videos specifically of season two episode eight “Malice” are discussed and illustrated. However the details will NOT be discussed so you can enjoy them for yourself.
My grade for “Malice”? An A PLUS. This episode is the proof that Stargate Universe is Stargate and always has been. My hope? A season three of SGU!
The fact that the franchise changed demonstrates the maturity of the MGM Stargate efforts so eloquently that some have become perplexed by the deep story arc. Nonetheless, Stargate Universe is rooted in the original mythology of Stargate, The Ancients.
We continue focus on the series development that accentuates why the discoveries on Destiny are edification of the purposes of The Ancients. These factors which I refer to as Dr. Rush’s “Dirty Little Secret” are discussed on the MGM Stargate site interview featuring Robert Carlyle.
REPEAT: Some passages and the Dr. Rush promotional trailer on revenge (below courtesy of MGM Studios) may be be considered spoilers by some fans of the series. If you do not enjoy spoilers, please stop reading and viewing now. Thank you.
Before beginning, WormholeRiders News Agency once again expresses thanks to SyFy Publicity for making “The Greater Good” and “Malice” available to our team for pre air date review. We appreciate the courtesy extended by SyFy Publicity staff for entrusting WHR with the digital material much as Adam Brody (Peter Kelamis) is trusted at the controls of Destiny in Stargate Universe.
We would also like to thank our friends in the Stargate Fandom for the wonderful music news video we feature below supporting an effort to promote a Stargate Universe season three.
And no we did not hold them at gun point like the Lucian Alliance! 😛
This review is an ongoing analysis development in the series including theories. As excellently illustrated by the character actors in Stargate Universe, you will see for yourselves just how much thought and hard work has gone into creating SGU.
Last week we began such an analysis tied to the developing storyline. This week we will continue the analysis including paying homage to one of the Stargate legends, Mr. Robert C. Cooper. The images used herein are exclusively from “Malice” including ‘as previously seen on SGU’ shots in the prologue.
First, as previously reported, congratulations to Robert Carlyle for his 2010 Gemini award. Mr. Carlyle’s portrayal of Dr. Nicholas Rush in the series is brilliant. We featured our initial character analysis starting with Dr. Rush last week being hopeful he would earn the acclaim he so richly deserves from the Gemini award committee. We we NOT disappointed! In “Malice” you will once again see why he won the award. Simply put, the mastery of Robert Carlyle as Dr. Nicholas Rush is a pleasure to behold.
Of note before the overview analysis of “Malice” is the team lead ably by Mark Savela and his Visual Effects Coordinator Sonia Gilmore of The Bridge Studios located in Vancouver British Columbia. Nominated for an Emmy, this team of many contributors should be commended and supported for their outstanding accomplishments. Their visual effects magic are quite prominently featured in Stargate Universe “Malice”.
As seen in the Stargate Universe trailer above “Malice” begins with a horrific scene leading to pure acts of malice by a member of the Lucian Alliance who has been driven previously witnessed as overcome by jealousy and resentment regarding another crew member. The complexity of such rich episodic emotion is not hard to internalize based on the real world that we live in. The effects of the ongoing acts leads to a fateful conclusion within “Malice” that many will relate to when they see the ending minutes.
Written and directed by Robert C. Cooper, “Malice” reflects much in our the real world of action and emotional reaction of people operating under stressful conditions. WHR had the privilege of interviewing Mr. Cooper. This episode represents some of his last active contributions to the Stargate Franchise as he discussed with us at Comic-Con earlier this year. You may click the image below or text link above to understand his intent.
Now that the crew of Destiny has learned about Dr. Rush’s “dirty little secret”, the consequences of that discovery lead the crew to a planet to search for a missing member of the Lucian Alliance who has gone through the Destiny “Gate” to escape.
Dr. Rush is the first to go through the gate to find out what has happened. It is here that he finds Dr. Park (Jennifer Spence) waiting on the other side after she has been held at gunpoint for reasons you will learn when you see “Malice” for yourself.
The away mission is lead by the crews erstwhile young officer Lt. Matthew Scott (Brian J. Smith), supported by Sgt. Greer (Jamil Walker Smith), Lt. Vanessa James (Julia Benson). I cannot reveal the story line of what happens on the planet, but I can and will share this; The activities on the planet are shot on location in the Badlands of New Mexico. The cinematography and visual effects are stunning in their raw natural beauty.
The episode “Malice” is filled with action, adventure and explosive scenes as crew of Destiny on the planet works closely together with one exception you find out only at the end of the episode.
If “The Greater Good” is a “Rubicon” episode (using a phrase we borrowed from Brian J. Smith), then “Malice” is the crossing of that rubicon both on the planet (as seen above) with Julia Benson and back aboard as the crew including David Blue, Peter Kelamis, Patrick Gilmore and Elyse Levesque investigate Dr. Rush’s not so little secret.
Meanwhile our poor medical officer TJ (Alaina Huffman) and Col. Young (Justin Louis as Louis Ferreira) deal with blood and gore of the events that took place! Suffice it to say the scenes leading up to the ending sequences of episode 8 “Malice” are clearly what the the epic nature of Stargate has always been about.
The location of the secret bridge on board the Destiny in “The Greater Good” proves my earlier theory that The Ancients were on their mission in distant galaxies to find the secrets of existence and life itself. My theory about the original crew of Ancients opens many new secrets about where the Destiny has been and why.
In the opinion of this reviewer, the question remains are Dr. Rush’s apparitions the Ancients way to guide the crew to find the path to not only ensure the survival of the humans aboard Destiny in this galaxy to complete the mission about the microwave radiation messages? Can Chloe (Elyse Levesque) help solve the equations?
As the story progresses beyond “Malice”, the next question we should consider is whether or not The Ancients (who can cross galactic distances with ease) will reveal themselves? And when will they do so? Or will they take a hands off approach as in Stargate SG-1 unless disaster threatens the mission of Destiny? I suggest that you tune in as we will to find out the Secrets of The Ancients as they continue to unfold!
We leave you now but will return with more Stargate Universe news in the near future including character analysis over the course of season two. Stargate Universe returns this evening on SyFy at 9 PM East and West in the United States. “Malice” is such a superb episode filled with so many wonders of Stargate, we suggest that you get set and go through the Gate to their, your and our Destiny!
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SGU S1x14 ‘Human’ is simply another outstanding episode in an epic saga of our age. With the tale in ‘Human’ all should by now definitely see the direction that Stargate Universe has been on all along in the “Road Taken”. All along it has been quite clear, and all Stargate fans should by now envision it as well. At least we at WHR hope that you do.
This is a full review with analysis so if you have not seen Stargate Universe “Human”, stop reading now. You have been advised. The WHR grade for Stargate Universe “Human”? An “A PLUS“. Read on and you will find out why.
Of interest is the fact that we are going to mix series with a cross-over discussion including an 18 year old video news clip that is auto playing (in the background). The WHR team has discussed these subjects at great length and strongly suggests that you watch and listen, several times. Thank you.
As reported in our post air date review from last week, the mythology in Stargate Universe returned in ‘Faith’ with the Obelisk sequences on the lush green planet. You will see and we will all learn much more about that in future episodes. Of that there is no doubt.
Stargate Universe episode 14 “Human” starts with a flash back of Dr. Rush gazing longingly at a beautiful woman. Do you know who the actress is? Is this a dream or is it real? It is both. Analysis on both a bit later as you will see when you read our theory on all of this and why it is critical to the plot line expanding in the future.
As we start the fantastic episode which is “Human”, we witness Dr. Rush in his bedroom looking longingly at his wife Gloria. It is at this point the “dream” sequence begins. But it is no dream. Instead it is a flashback which Dr. Rush and Dr. Brody are responsible for by tweaking the Ancient Chair technology on Destiny. Here we begin the back story filling in how the evil Lucian Alliance found Icarus base as seen and destroyed in the pilot episodes.
Next we are in the kitchen and we begin to understand the nature of Gloria Rush’s illness. It may seem subtle, but Louise Lombard ‘forgets’ where she has placed her glasses. Dr. Rush knowingly and off-handedly tells her. Coffee is brewing and we see a look of anguish on his face as he senses she is fading from humanity. Dr. Rush retires to his study and we get a look into the intensity of his character where what appears to be thousands of post it notes that are plastered all over virtually every square inch of the walls there. The set layout was a bit brilliant and beautiful, pun intended. The set design was much like that of Russell Crowe in his academy award winning performance from the movie ”A Beautiful Mind”. Very fitting to marry Dr. Rush (by visual metaphor) since we all know that Dr. Rush is indeed “brilliant” and perhaps beautiful, just like the real life character portrayed by Russell Crowe.
In the meantime, the fans of the Stargate franchise will experience a real treat with special guest stars including Louise Lombard (CSI – Miami Medical) as Mrs. Gloria Rush, Dr. Rush’s wife, Suleka Mathew (Stargate SG-1 – Battlestar Galactica) as a student at the university, Haig Sutherland (displayed later) in his recurring role as Sgt. Hunter Riley (Dead Like Me – Smallville), and Chad Krowchuk as the blond student in the classroom. Chad was first seen by Stargate fans as “Gordie Lowe ” in the Stargate SG-1 episode “Citizen Joe”. You remember, the kid with the broom in the barber shop!
Last but not least we witness the the return of a Stargate legend, Michael Shanks as the unforgettable and beloved Dr. Daniel Jackson! Shanks as he is often referred to has starred in over 200 episodes of Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis, Stargate: The Ark of Truth and Stargate Continuum! Stay tuned folks, you will see Dr. Jackson again this year in the Stargate Universe episode “Subversion“. Never we we ever get enough of Michael Shanks as Dr. Jackson, never. Once again this supremely talented actor delights Stargate fans the world over in the Stargate Universe episode “Human”.
Written by Jeff Vlaming, ‘Human’ is a special episode which fills in much of the back story about Dr. Rush when he and Dr. Brody (Peter Kelamis) experiment on the Destiny with the Ancient Chair. Caught in the act by Col. Young (Louis Ferreira aka Justin Louis) who calls in TJ to diagnose the situation.
Rush has obviously and quite deliberately set up a new experiment to gain access to the Ancient Knowledge he so desperately has been seeking from the earliest plot lines in Stargate Universe. Both Brody and TJ know that disconnecting Rush may prove fatal. TJ (Alaina Huffman) and Dr. Brody monitors Dr. Rush as Eli looks on knowing that data from the chair is flowing into his mind. Col. Young asks what it is Rush is experiencing. Dr. Body admits he “cannot even venture a guess”.
What I enjoyed is how the writers weave the real life pregnancy of the then lovely mother to be Alaina Huffman into the story. Alaina as TJ is always a delight to behold for a simple reason. She is a highly gifted actress capable of blending the real her into her portrayal of TJ. It goes without saying that this is the mark of a great actor or actress because as anyone with knowledge of acting knows, melding the written character with the real person is critical. Peter also has these skills. Well done Peter and Alaina. Very well done.
Before continuing, let us examine the character analysis with regard to Col. Young. Those who have studied this actor know that he is a light hearted individual filled with humor and joy. His acting skills come to the forefront because of his eloquently different characterization from his real life persona. This too is the mark of a fine actor. Great job Louis!
During these sequences with Robert Carlyle we observe the heart rending scenes with his wife to the music of “Vissi d’Arte” from Puccini’s Tosca we first heard in the Stargate Universe pilot episode “Air”. Gloria Rush is dying and the return on this music evokes memories from the eloquent artistry that is Stargate Universe.
Speaking of which, as you may recall in the pilot episode “Air’, Dr. Rush is seen crying to his wife’s picture after taking a Styrofoam dinner prepared by J Bower Chapman back to back to his room shortly before the Icarus Base comes under attack. These initial scenes caused many to feel emotions for Robert Carlyle’s portrayal of Dr. Rush. Until the fourteenth episode many fans have not done much but recall that Dr. Rush is driven to what appears to be evil machinations in his quest to control Destiny with his partner in crime Camile Wray played by the great actress MingNa.
MingNa is one of my favorite actresses, however I was disappointed not to see her in the broadcast of Stargate Universe “Human” on April 23, 2010 in the United States. Sadly, fans of MingNa will have to wait two long weeks before we see her return in “Sabotage” on May 07, 2010 and then“Pain”, the episode that will air on May 13, 2010. We know she will return in season two, but I was hoping the film research credits were wrong. We look forward to seeing you in the future again MingNa!
The answer to the Lucian Alliance is disclosed to Dr. Rush by the great Dr. Jackson. This effectively wraps the story arc back to when Amanda Tapping as Col. Carter asks in “Air” how they found the Icarus planet. There you have it and now you know!
As we continue we see a cool special effects sequence much like the flash sequences from “Chuck”, “The Matrix“, and “A Brilliant Mind” as Dr. Rush is reflecting in a classroom setting thinking about the equation needed for the previously elusive ninth chevron. In the classroom there are several other extra’s we have seen before in Stargate. Did you recognize them? One very notable example is the young man from Stargate SG-1 “Citizen Joe” shown above. We will have a quiz later so you can catch up. Dr. Rush has the “flashes” is a several sequences. Obviously something is happening related to the Ancient Chair.
Suddenly, Michael Shanks aka Dr. Daniel Jackson appears in the classroom then again at the home of Dr. Rush as he rants about the class and no one “getting it”. Dr. Rush is referring to the previous discussion regarding hidden encryption in the Ancient Equation. Rush needs to figure out not only how to activate the ninth chevron, this is a gateway to figuring out how to control Destiny! During the episode doctors Rush and Jackson discuss their wives. Dr. Jackson remarks about his wife Sha’re lost to Apophis and the impending fate of Dr. Rush’s wife Gloria.
On board Destiny the ship comes out of FTL with Patrick Gilmore and Col. Young at the controls. Sgt. Greer and Lt. Scott prepare for an away team to the planet.
We then observe Chloe and Eli (DavidBlue) . Chloe (Elyse Levesque) comes over to Eli and is obviously feeling guilt for her role in the failed insurrection attempt by the civilians. It is obvious by Eli’s flippant response that he has not really forgiven Chloe for not confiding in him, for betraying Lt. Scott and going along with the failed scheme.
A bit later we see Chloe in a military outfit as she is selected for the away mission to a planet reminiscent of several episodes of Stargate SG-1 notably “Lost Planet”. It was nice to see Chloe contribute and see her in camo BDU’s. With a 225 year history of having family in the military, I always love seeing a talented lady in uniform!
Here the mythology of Stargate looks us starkly in the face from Stargate Universe. This reviewer is convinced if only the people who “do not get it” with Stargate Universe would take their blinders off, they would be able to envision where the creative genius of Mallozzi, Cooper and Wright are taking us in this latest incarnation of Stargate. Oh well. As I mentioned in several previous reviews about Stargate Universe, some people have long forgotten how long it took to weave the pattern that was revealed in Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis. Remember people that great things take time. On the planet scattered with Ancient ruins, the mythology becomes self evident as the away team begins to explore the ruins.
A geeky moment is experienced by Chloe while she is on away team. It clearly shows the character is brilliant. Some have criticized the characterization of Chloe by the writers, but we must point out that you missed it. The Chloe character was originally described as a highly educated individual. Some have identified her as a damsel in distress.Wrong!
Well folks, this was deliberate misdirection in the opinion of this reviewer. You were supposed to be taken left, when in fact Elyse was preparing all the while under the direction of the episodes writer that she would go “right”. Simply another example of the excellence of the character development by the Stargate Universe creators!
Next up worth reflecting on shortly after, we see Dr. Rush in his Ancient Chair “dreaming’ as he is monitored by TJ and Dr. Brody. In his dream Dr. Rush is discussing the significant nature of numbers so crucial to his quest.
As all Stargate fans know, such things as Ancient Codes have been relevant for a very long time in Stargate. To the journey Dr. Rush has undertaken to flesh out the secrets of Destiny, the numbers are critical. A bit later, Dr. Jackson makes a totally hilarious comment on the number “42” from “The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy”. Most appropriate. As they continue Rush keeps seeing the number 46 everywhere he looks within the dream. We will revisit the significant nature of the number 46 near the end of this review.
One of the most enjoyable sequences is that in which Eli “loses” a Kino in the underground tomb while undertaking standard procedure to investigate the nature of the find on the planet that Destiny has brought them to. These is a very humorous sequence with Brian J. Smith when Lt. Scott says “You lost a Kino”. As I have stated many times both of these actors are outstanding in their portrayals. For anyone who takes a moment to see the depth of their characters, you will see their genius.
Eli tries to recover from the “Kino Loss” with one of his famous comedic ‘back at you” type of comments. He explains that “I took a wrong turn”. Poor Eli! Lt. Scott is not impressed and this forces the team to enter the underground tomb to investigate the old fashioned way as seen most often in Stargate SG-1 and Atlantis. It is all here Stargate fans, just like the olden days. Truly enjoyable is the double take from the entire away team and by Sgt. Greer. It is a “say what” moment with a nod as he removes his sunglasses. Great stuff from Jamil Walker Smith as he always is. Not only extremely talented, Jamil is rather a handsome devil according to my lady friends! They are quite correct in their assessment.
I must agree in this regard, Greer rocks! Although I must reiterate that I do favor the ladies. Specifically MingNa, Elyse Levesque, Julia Benson, Jennifer Spence, and the then mother to be Alaina do a simply wonderful job in Stargate Universe! It’s a guy thing.
As the away team soon finds out, disaster awaits. We observe huge spider webs that bring back memories of the Lord of the Rings and Shelob. On Twitter one astute friend immediately picked up on the reference the second it happened. I must admit that I did not get it until that comment by DannysGirlSG1 (Pip) was made. I simply saw spider webs! What is it? Why of course a perfect “Shelob” from LOTR! During the encounter, Sgt. Greer fires at the ugly creature and the away team finds itself trapped. Can anyone say “The Tomb” from Stargate SG-1?
It was right then and there as Sgt. Greer spots the huge spider and fires to save Chloe is when disaster strikes! Two things in the story immediately became apparent as Sgt. Greer kills Shelob and the roof caves in, literally trapping the away team in the tomb.
First this will be a two part episode in the fine tradition from the creators at Bridge Studios and franchise owner MGM Studios. Second regards the subject of mythology of Stargate which has been a hallmark since the very earliest days of SG-1. Caves and tombs have long been the subject of archeology and this reviewer is certain that the team will find something Ancient in the tomb system. But not within this episode my friends, you will need to be patient. and simply have to tune in next week to witness the wonder for yourselves.
Now while some who have an axe to grind against Stargate Universe may complain about the similarity to “The Tomb” or the caves in England where the Ori saga begins, WHR asks that you bury the hatchet and get with the program for goodness sakes. Something wonderful is unfolding here and everyone needs to put everything Stargate into its proper place.
Back a touch in the time-line a bit, we then segue in ‘Human’ to where the second song featured. It is ‘English Rose’ by The Jam. A truly beautiful song that leads us back to Michael Shanks finding Dr. Rush asleep on the couch dreaming of more pleasant memories. It is here the initial numbers of (46) significance are discussed. These will play a important role in the closing moments of “Human” as Dr. Rush will experience an epiphany of a religious nature He knows that it is Gloria’s last day alive. Several touching memories and scenes unfold in flash back style as the reality of his life hits him squarely.
As the Destiny sends a second away team to rescue the trapped members, we witness a very touching set of moments with Louis Lombard and Robert Carlyle in her death. Both of these actors are a joy to behold. I suggest you watch this sequence several times to observe the artistry and Single Effect of the Dr. Rush character. The answers are here people for all to enjoy. Please remember that although different, Stargate Universe is Stargate. It is that pure and is that simple.
Despite the fact that Stargate Universe is what people asked for many years, more depth and more Stargate mythology, some are still dumbfounded. Well as the mythology in the tomb on the planet is revealed, and as we witness Doctors Jackson and Rush work on the equations to extract the Ancient code, all but a very few will “get the message”. Much like the old movie “Support Your Local Sheriff” with James Garner, all Stargate fans should “Support Their Local Stargate” if you want to see Stargate continue, and Atlantis and SG-1 return in “Extinction” and “Revolution”, work together just like Doctors Rush and Jackson have done as illustrated below.
Now before completing this review, we will touch upon to a couple of subjects that may be considered controversial. If WHR loses followers who take offense, our sincere apologies are offered in advance. Thank you for your consideration and your professional courtesy in this regard. Just as Dr. Rush and Dr. Daniel Jackson learned to do in the “Ancient Dream”, so must we all.
WHR enters this next aspect of analysis and discussion with complete respect for all parties involved. Our team requests that everyone engage in a little introspection about their own behaviors. Take a look in the mirror and see if you are the one that “cast the first stone”, the second, or even the third. Constructive criticism is one thing, but “throwing stones” at perceived adversaries in a non introspective manner is just plain wrong.
First, let us have a little discussion about the legendary MGM Studios. WHR keeps abreast of all such developments, but has no “skin in the game” financially. And we are not talking about Airlock Alpha or news outlets like that who have been reporting this fairly and accurately, as far as we can tell. We are currently a non commercial site that adheres to all laws in that regard. As I mentioned in my previous review, MGM is an historic company with perhaps the largest library of film credits to its name in the world. Some have recently been using yellow journalism, a sensationalized method of reporting to “stir up the pot”.
MGM is a company that has brought nearly 100 years of outstanding entertainment to the viewing public. Shame on any person for taking such a course… Doing so in such a manner is befitting the behavior of “junk yard dogs” fighting over a bone. This is also wrong. MGM is NOT a junk yard dog and deserves to be treated with the respect it deserves for Stargate and many other accomplishments.
Why? Because it is clear that some do not understand business. What is happening and what is about to happen cannot be explained if you do not understand the precepts of business. Patience is a virtue. Watch listen and learn. For those who inappropriately speak of MGM; Know this: MGM will continue!
Next is a discussion that the “Best Defense is a Strong Offense”. With regard to the fandoms, it simply does not work. While that may be true of military operations or football, it is not true for solving interpersonal conflict. In fact such a strategy is a recipe for disaster. Of what does WHR speak?
We are speaking of people on Twitter and Facebook as well as a few websites that have elected to participate in attacking Stargate Universe, the creators of Stargate, web sites they have a grudge against and including but not limited to WHR, Joe Mallozzi’s blog, Show Patrols blogs, and many others. Sadly it is only to their own detriment and each other. A specific scene from Stargate Universe “Human” may offer guidance.
To quote Vince Lombardi “The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have”. It is not what people do against each other in their frustration when they cannot find a solution to a problem that does not please them. There are no real short-cuts in life. Here is the Single Effect of what Stargate and life is all about people: Only hard work, forthrightness, honesty and dedication to name but a few will reveal enlightenment and rewards there from.
Remember: “There are no problems, just solutions waiting to be found and appropriately executed for the benefit of all”. Unfortunately a few people have elected to not look in the mirror at their own actions, failing to live up to their promises and then holding grudges when they could not get “their own way”. Worse they have tried to short circuit the matrix rather than do the hard work to earn their status in life.
WHR supports and reports on many things including charities and volunteer activities. We support all flavors of Stargate as well. We do not take sides in a dispute even when our own reporters have been maligned for no good reason. Instead a few people have elected to throw gasoline on the fire and hand grenades with their keyboards rather than seek solutions. Several claim to “speak the truth” but refuse to enter into a “live and let live” solution. In fact a very few believe that no discussion is best because “they know they are right”! Right for whom?
Before concluding this review, a couple have stated “who the hell do you think you are”? The WHR answer is simple: “Who the hell do we have to be to get you all to behave like adults rather than like “junk yard dogs” fighting over the “bone”. Forget the bone people, get along and enjoy the ride that always has been Stargate.
Enjoy the news video if you can tear yourself away from holding grudges. Think about it. In the video you will see a truly enlightened individual who pays the ultimate price. Although not from Stargate the scene is poignant to all who may finally realize the cost of the price that was paid. Let us not pay such a price. Dr. Jackson gets it. Can all Stargate fans say the same?
In concluding this review a bit more analysis. As I suspected early on in “Human”, this was to be a two part episode. The number 46 is the secret to unraveling the mystery on Destiny, the code of life, genetics. As we have observed previously in The Ancients behavior, this has been their secret to controlling their technology. So it will be with Destiny in Stargate Universe. It is most fitting that it is Michael Shanks as Dr. Daniel Jackson who talks the numbers (the Ancient code), and helps Dr. Rush finally see the light.
We must recall that Dr. Jackson was once an Ascended Ancient. So a few thought provoking questions for all to ponder.
Could it be that when Dr. Rush hooked himself into the Ancient Chair that the reason he dreamed of Dr. Jackson was related to Daniels time as an Ancient?
Could some of Dr. Jackson’s knowledge as well as that of other Ancients been transferred to Dr. Rush?
Will this knowledge help Dr. Rush activate enough systems to help the civilians and crew before the aliens return?
Will Dr. Rush he be able “fix” Destiny to go back and rescue Eli, Lt. Scott Chloe and Sgt. Greer?
Will the away team trapped on the planet be taken hostage before the Stargate mythology is discovered?
As Destiny enters FTL, these and many more questions remain to be answered.
As stated in the beginning, Stargate Universe “Human” receives an A PLUS grade.
Tune in next week, same time same station as the saga continues its epic voyage. Team WHR will continue our post air date review series.
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