Yeah, I’m regurgitating SlashDot, but I felt it would be an fascinating topic for B42ers. Slushfactory.com has this piece on why Manga succeeds where US comics don’t. Good read if your interested in comics.
What do you think?
Enterprise Review: “Stigma”
You may want to start by reading Fiziko’s post on the history behind this episode and topic. If you’re ready, click “Read More.”
How To Get “The Tick” on DVD
Columbia Tri-Star is hosting a poll allowing people to vote for 5 out of 25 classic shows to see on DVD. The Tick, in its live action incarnation, is one of the options. Vote away right here.
Twilight Zone Discussion – “Another Life / Rewind”
Is the show’s momentum holding after so many reruns?
Angel Discussion – “Soulless”
So, what do you think of Angelus?
Star Trek vs. AIDS: Then and Now
hossman writes, There’s an interesting little article talking about this week’s episode of Enterprise, how it addresses AIDS, and the 1987 Star Trek script addressing the same issues, but never got made.
Credit to Sci-Fi Today where I saw this link.)
Comic Review – “Nightwing: The Target”
Batman’s protege is out on his own. In this issue, he has to deal with being framed by some of his fellow police officers.
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Smallville Review – “Rush”
Some of the elements from earlier this year have returned to Smallville.
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Berman Mulls Star Trek XI
Sci-Fi Wire has the whole piece. It boils down to what (or who) is to blame for Nemesis’ lackluster performance. Sure the film wasn’t spectacular, but launching it against Harry Potter and LotR wasn’t real bright either.
Personally I was hoping Paramount would take their frustration out on Rick Berman and get some fresh (and original) brains on the team. Foolish optimism, I know.
Buffy Discussion – “The Killer In Me”
This is undeniably the first Buffy of sweeps. The “Previously on…” segment contains clips from seasons 4, 6, and 7, and all were important. WARNING: My discussion contains spoilers.
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