God help me, I think I like this new "Battlestar Galactica" even better than I like "Lost" now!! Of course it's a new romance, so time will tell - but I watched the three-hour mini on NBC, then the four-hour SciFi version days later, then 1.1 and 1.2, and it sure feels like the real thing!!
The otherwise miserable British continue to get new “Galactica” installments before god-fearing Americans. Here’s what our limey correspondents wrote when 1.3 aired in the U.K. on Nov. 1.
We begin with scurvy-ridden “LoneGunMan”:
Episode 3 of the latest Battlestar Galactica has just screened over here in the UK, and fantastic it is again. I felt compelled to write you all a review!! If you want to use it, feel free!
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.”
How does it begin?
Continuing straight from the end of the previous episode, the convoy is low on water thanks to Boomer's unconscious booming. They've found water, now they just need a way to get it, and it looks like that prison ship full of manpower could solve all their problems. However, problems arise when a political prisoner proves he wants more than just "points" towards their freedom.
Isn't that …
Yes, the aforementioned political prisoner is Richard Hatch, the original Apollo, acting his socks off in what could be the best performance of his career. A character with depth and emotion, he demands freedom - not from the prison, but for humanity from the government that no-one elected.
So what else is going on then?
Baltar continues his fantastically twitchy turn, finally confronting Adama about the "Cylon detector" he promised to develop. Six tells him just what to say, and before he knows it, he's asked for one of Galactica's precious nuclear warheads! Col. Tigh has fallen off of his wagon, much to Starbuck's amusement, and Helo and Boomer v.2 wander the abandoned Caprica city. But most of the action is in the prison ship.
So Apollo faces Apollo in a clash of the generations?
Okay, I confess, I didn't like the original Apollo. Hell, everyone watched the classic series for Starbuck anyway, and the remake was heading the same way. But this episode proves that both the Apollo's have the chops to pull of an excellent character confrontation. New Apollo's ideals come into play, and he shows he not only can act and be an interesting character, but he has the balls to order his father and the President around. Old Apollo is great, showing more grit than he ever could in the 70's, and I hope he'll resurface as a force to change humanity's fate.
Is this another comment on terrorism and the US government?
Yeah, it can be seen as that, the President is firm in the belief that terrorists should not be negotiated with, the terrorist element has a good point. He has a real cause to stand for, but he's resorted to violence. By the end of the conflict, you're not really sure who was actually right, but the resolution is perfect.
What¹s Good?
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
To order coffee mugs and boxer shorts adorned with the image of a green, handicapable “Buffy” fanatic, click here.
We begin with scurvy-ridden “LoneGunMan”:
Episode 3 of the latest Battlestar Galactica has just screened over here in the UK, and fantastic it is again. I felt compelled to write you all a review!! If you want to use it, feel free!
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.”
How does it begin?
Continuing straight from the end of the previous episode, the convoy is low on water thanks to Boomer's unconscious booming. They've found water, now they just need a way to get it, and it looks like that prison ship full of manpower could solve all their problems. However, problems arise when a political prisoner proves he wants more than just "points" towards their freedom.
Isn't that …
Yes, the aforementioned political prisoner is Richard Hatch, the original Apollo, acting his socks off in what could be the best performance of his career. A character with depth and emotion, he demands freedom - not from the prison, but for humanity from the government that no-one elected.
So what else is going on then?
Baltar continues his fantastically twitchy turn, finally confronting Adama about the "Cylon detector" he promised to develop. Six tells him just what to say, and before he knows it, he's asked for one of Galactica's precious nuclear warheads! Col. Tigh has fallen off of his wagon, much to Starbuck's amusement, and Helo and Boomer v.2 wander the abandoned Caprica city. But most of the action is in the prison ship.
So Apollo faces Apollo in a clash of the generations?
Okay, I confess, I didn't like the original Apollo. Hell, everyone watched the classic series for Starbuck anyway, and the remake was heading the same way. But this episode proves that both the Apollo's have the chops to pull of an excellent character confrontation. New Apollo's ideals come into play, and he shows he not only can act and be an interesting character, but he has the balls to order his father and the President around. Old Apollo is great, showing more grit than he ever could in the 70's, and I hope he'll resurface as a force to change humanity's fate.
Is this another comment on terrorism and the US government?
Yeah, it can be seen as that, the President is firm in the belief that terrorists should not be negotiated with, the terrorist element has a good point. He has a real cause to stand for, but he's resorted to violence. By the end of the conflict, you're not really sure who was actually right, but the resolution is perfect.
What¹s Good?
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
To order coffee mugs and boxer shorts adorned with the image of a green, handicapable “Buffy” fanatic, click here.
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.”
How does it begin?
Continuing straight from the end of the previous episode, the convoy is low on water thanks to Boomer's unconscious booming. They've found water, now they just need a way to get it, and it looks like that prison ship full of manpower could solve all their problems. However, problems arise when a political prisoner proves he wants more than just "points" towards their freedom.
Isn't that …
Yes, the aforementioned political prisoner is Richard Hatch, the original Apollo, acting his socks off in what could be the best performance of his career. A character with depth and emotion, he demands freedom - not from the prison, but for humanity from the government that no-one elected.
So what else is going on then?
Baltar continues his fantastically twitchy turn, finally confronting Adama about the "Cylon detector" he promised to develop. Six tells him just what to say, and before he knows it, he's asked for one of Galactica's precious nuclear warheads! Col. Tigh has fallen off of his wagon, much to Starbuck's amusement, and Helo and Boomer v.2 wander the abandoned Caprica city. But most of the action is in the prison ship.
So Apollo faces Apollo in a clash of the generations?
Okay, I confess, I didn't like the original Apollo. Hell, everyone watched the classic series for Starbuck anyway, and the remake was heading the same way. But this episode proves that both the Apollo's have the chops to pull of an excellent character confrontation. New Apollo's ideals come into play, and he shows he not only can act and be an interesting character, but he has the balls to order his father and the President around. Old Apollo is great, showing more grit than he ever could in the 70's, and I hope he'll resurface as a force to change humanity's fate.
Is this another comment on terrorism and the US government?
Yeah, it can be seen as that, the President is firm in the belief that terrorists should not be negotiated with, the terrorist element has a good point. He has a real cause to stand for, but he's resorted to violence. By the end of the conflict, you're not really sure who was actually right, but the resolution is perfect.
What¹s Good?
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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“Bastille Day.”
How does it begin?
Continuing straight from the end of the previous episode, the convoy is low on water thanks to Boomer's unconscious booming. They've found water, now they just need a way to get it, and it looks like that prison ship full of manpower could solve all their problems. However, problems arise when a political prisoner proves he wants more than just "points" towards their freedom.
Isn't that …
Yes, the aforementioned political prisoner is Richard Hatch, the original Apollo, acting his socks off in what could be the best performance of his career. A character with depth and emotion, he demands freedom - not from the prison, but for humanity from the government that no-one elected.
So what else is going on then?
Baltar continues his fantastically twitchy turn, finally confronting Adama about the "Cylon detector" he promised to develop. Six tells him just what to say, and before he knows it, he's asked for one of Galactica's precious nuclear warheads! Col. Tigh has fallen off of his wagon, much to Starbuck's amusement, and Helo and Boomer v.2 wander the abandoned Caprica city. But most of the action is in the prison ship.
So Apollo faces Apollo in a clash of the generations?
Okay, I confess, I didn't like the original Apollo. Hell, everyone watched the classic series for Starbuck anyway, and the remake was heading the same way. But this episode proves that both the Apollo's have the chops to pull of an excellent character confrontation. New Apollo's ideals come into play, and he shows he not only can act and be an interesting character, but he has the balls to order his father and the President around. Old Apollo is great, showing more grit than he ever could in the 70's, and I hope he'll resurface as a force to change humanity's fate.
Is this another comment on terrorism and the US government?
Yeah, it can be seen as that, the President is firm in the belief that terrorists should not be negotiated with, the terrorist element has a good point. He has a real cause to stand for, but he's resorted to violence. By the end of the conflict, you're not really sure who was actually right, but the resolution is perfect.
What¹s Good?
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
To order coffee mugs and boxer shorts adorned with the image of a green, handicapable “Buffy” fanatic, click here.
Yes, the aforementioned political prisoner is Richard Hatch, the original Apollo, acting his socks off in what could be the best performance of his career. A character with depth and emotion, he demands freedom - not from the prison, but for humanity from the government that no-one elected.
So what else is going on then?
Baltar continues his fantastically twitchy turn, finally confronting Adama about the "Cylon detector" he promised to develop. Six tells him just what to say, and before he knows it, he's asked for one of Galactica's precious nuclear warheads! Col. Tigh has fallen off of his wagon, much to Starbuck's amusement, and Helo and Boomer v.2 wander the abandoned Caprica city. But most of the action is in the prison ship.
So Apollo faces Apollo in a clash of the generations?
Okay, I confess, I didn't like the original Apollo. Hell, everyone watched the classic series for Starbuck anyway, and the remake was heading the same way. But this episode proves that both the Apollo's have the chops to pull of an excellent character confrontation. New Apollo's ideals come into play, and he shows he not only can act and be an interesting character, but he has the balls to order his father and the President around. Old Apollo is great, showing more grit than he ever could in the 70's, and I hope he'll resurface as a force to change humanity's fate.
Is this another comment on terrorism and the US government?
Yeah, it can be seen as that, the President is firm in the belief that terrorists should not be negotiated with, the terrorist element has a good point. He has a real cause to stand for, but he's resorted to violence. By the end of the conflict, you're not really sure who was actually right, but the resolution is perfect.
What¹s Good?
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
To order coffee mugs and boxer shorts adorned with the image of a green, handicapable “Buffy” fanatic, click here.
Okay, I confess, I didn't like the original Apollo. Hell, everyone watched the classic series for Starbuck anyway, and the remake was heading the same way. But this episode proves that both the Apollo's have the chops to pull of an excellent character confrontation. New Apollo's ideals come into play, and he shows he not only can act and be an interesting character, but he has the balls to order his father and the President around. Old Apollo is great, showing more grit than he ever could in the 70's, and I hope he'll resurface as a force to change humanity's fate.
Is this another comment on terrorism and the US government?
Yeah, it can be seen as that, the President is firm in the belief that terrorists should not be negotiated with, the terrorist element has a good point. He has a real cause to stand for, but he's resorted to violence. By the end of the conflict, you're not really sure who was actually right, but the resolution is perfect.
What¹s Good?
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
To order coffee mugs and boxer shorts adorned with the image of a green, handicapable “Buffy” fanatic, click here.
Again, tension is the watchword here. Gripping television that shows how SF should be done. Characters that are believable and raw, with a pace that never lets up.
What¹s Bad?
One goof that really annoyed me was the Raptors attaching themselves to the prison ship. Starbuck's little strike team cuts a hole in the bottom of the ship, they go through the hole and yet seem to descend into the prison ship from above. Er... okay, so artificial gravity and all, but what? Which way up? Other than that, having to wait seven days for another episode!
“LoneGunMan’s” rating for “Battlestar: Galactica” 1.3?
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
To order coffee mugs and boxer shorts adorned with the image of a green, handicapable “Buffy” fanatic, click here.
*****
The Hercules T. Strong Rating System:
***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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***** better than we deserve
**** better than most motion pictures
*** actually worth your valuable time
** as horrible as most stuff on TV
* makes you quietly pray for bulletins
On to the “Dark Avenger”:
Battlestar Galactica 1.3 FAQ
What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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What's it called?
“Bastille Day.” So called due to the uprising which occurs on the fleet's prison ship in an effort to oust President Roslin, led by the charismatic Tom Zarek (a stellar performance by special guest star Richard Hatch).
What does TV Guide say?
"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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"A desperate shortage of water forces Adama to recruit 1,000 convicts from the Astral Queen to drill on a desolate ice moon."
What do we learn?
Adama has Baltar working on a screening process which would detect any Cyclon sleeper agents. Only problem is, Number Six is the real driving force behind this operation, which would require the use of one of the Galactica's five remaining nuclear warheads. Speaking of Number Six, this is the first time since the mini-series that we see the 'real' her (not just the Harvey version of her in Baltar's head) - she refers to the Cylons as the children of humanity and, like all children, they must rise up and kill their parents. Okay.......
Is Starbuck still a chick?
YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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YES! *this is getting old* She does actually have a few good scenes in this edition, generating some decent conflict with Tigh (who also puts a stop to Tyrol and Boomer's little office romance).
Does Apollo still suck?
Not so much this week. He does come off like a whiny teenager at the start of the ep. but he definitely appears to have grown a pair by the end, kicking some convict ass and laying down the law to Adama Sr.
The good?
Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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Richard Hatch undoubtedly steals the show, his character has definite recurring potential.
The bad?
The Boomer/Helo Caprica subplot doesn't seem to be going anywhere fast. Meh.
How does it end?
Apollo and the President make a pact.
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Apollo and the President make a pact.
