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Nicodemus

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Ah, but that is the Crux of the story Frank. Dredd wasn't the focus of the character development, Anderson was. As we go through the story it is the development of Anderson as a judge that takes the focus off Dredd. He's there to root the storyline in concrete and to set the boundaries, Anderson is there to learn and to pass the test.

This is highlighted by the fact she knows she has failed because she lost her weapon, yet continues on. Dredd knows this but realises as Anderson's character develops that the weapon isn't her primary means of defence/attack. Her explanation to him of the helmet is another indication of this. In the end Dredd has seen enough to realise that Anderson is far more dangerous than anyone suspects and that the best course is for him to pass her to keep her in the system where he can keep an eye on her.

As for Defiance, got it on the box for viewing tonight!
 

Mobius

Mobius
Nicodemus said:
Ah, but that is the Crux of the story Frank. Dredd wasn't the focus of the character development, Anderson was. As we go through the story it is the development of Anderson as a judge that takes the focus off Dredd. He's there to root the storyline in concrete and to set the boundaries, Anderson is there to learn and to pass the test.

This is highlighted by the fact she knows she has failed because she lost her weapon, yet continues on. Dredd knows this but realises as Anderson's character develops that the weapon isn't her primary means of defence/attack. Her explanation to him of the helmet is another indication of this. In the end Dredd has seen enough to realise that Anderson is far more dangerous than anyone suspects and that the best course is for him to pass her to keep her in the system where he can keep an eye on her.
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you raise a very good observation there. dredd is the story setting and anderson is the journey. its obvious now that you mention it.
 

graham.reeds

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While Karl Urban was an improvement on the midget that is/was Stallone I still feel that Ron Perlman would be a better Dredd as he has the jaw.

So who could play Judge Death? Obviously he will be CGI, but who could do the voice?
 

Frank

Frank
Nicodemus said:
Ah, but that is the Crux of the story Frank. Dredd wasn't the focus of the character development, Anderson was. As we go through the story it is the development of Anderson as a judge that takes the focus off Dredd. He's there to root the storyline in concrete and to set the boundaries, Anderson is there to learn and to pass the test.
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I really have to watch the movie again. The idea of Dredd as a solid bedrock for other characters to bounce off has the added advantage that there's plenty potential for sequels. <grin>
 

Magma

Magma
Whenever I think of Judge Death, I am always reminded of his worst nightmare, induced by Scarecrow's hallucinogens in the Batman crossover:

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Minti2

Deadly, But very fluffy...
Minti2
Ah how many get a Judge with their name the same? me! now ive given my last name away.............the fan footage is really good if you havnt seen it :)

 

psykokow

psykokow
You're called dorothy?? Woot nice name..

ANYONE ELSE WATCHED DEFIANCE yet???

I CAN NOT Beleive there is enough in those movies to warrant the amount of analysis you have given.. Bravo.

now.... lets discus a creepy horror movie with Ross Noble in called Stitches..

Not allowed to use any poo references :D
 

Nicodemus

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metatheurgist said:
Yep, quite enjoyed it. It has interesting characters which is more than I can say for a lot of new shows.
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Agreed, some of the cgi was a bit ropey, but it was pretty decent. I think the fact that it's not a cozy alien lovefest a la Star Trek gives it a bit of potential. Let's see what the next few episodes are like.
 

Nicodemus

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Someone earlier mentioned Space above and Beyond. I found out today that it was released last year in the UK in a box set. I think I might well be getting it, even though it might look a bit dated.

I also found that you can get a number of episodes on Youtube. For those who've never seen it, here's a link to the first episode, which was also part of the pilot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmg_paR4jF0
 

Magma

Magma
Space: Above and Beyond was one of my favourite "one-season cliffhanger cancelled" shows.

Dark Skies was also very good. It was started in 1996 with a 5 year planned run, about how starting with the JFK assassination all history was essentially a lie. It tied in major world events with Majestic 12 (AKA Men In Black) and their attempts to prevent an extraterrestrial invasion. It was planned such that the series would span nearly 40 years of history and the final season would have been broadcast in contemporary settings, happening in real-time.

It lost out because of being passed round different timeslots and people preferring the X Files (which in my opinion ended up jumping sharks continually for the last 2 seasons at least). Real shame. They saw how it was going before finishing the last episode, and wrote an open ending for it, but it really deserved more.
 

synchromesh

synchromesh
Enjoyed Defiance but getting a little uncomfortable getting into these now :(

Also loved the new "V" axed
Also loved "Terra Nova" axed etc

To many coming and going...If the ratings are poor they just try something else...

Is that it for falling skies ...or walking dead as well ?
 

psykokow

psykokow
NO DONT YOU DARE SAY ANYTHING ABOUT WALKNG DEAD or FALLING SKIES!!

my brother is of the stern opinion of any series being axed is if I start to watch it. He tells me, 'please dont watch this one, I really like it..' Shows i have the blame for being axed are as follows.

Friday 13th
War of the Worlds
Lie To Me
Chuck
Reaper
Terra Nova
Mockingbird Lane (didnt even get picked up for a series)
Human Target
Gentle Ben

There are many many more.... all I can say is I'm sorry..

www.tv.com is good for info
 

psykokow

psykokow
hehe I love it too... and BG *sniff sniff*

I have to say i love Game of Thrones... so sorry in advance for that one!!

Equally though, I am willing to enjoy any series you want to see go!!
 
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