Chuck

John Morrow · November 06, 2007, 03:42:41 PM

Quote from: SeanchaiWow, a good Chuck and a good Heroes last night.

Yes, and I thought Journeyman was good, too. I was starting to get worried that we'd see a major timeline reset on Heroes but the coming attractions suggest that they have something more interesting in mind.

Quote from: SeanchaiI guess that means Bryce did just what the government was going to do: Took advantage of Chuck's natural abilities. I wonder what else Project Omaha was up to...

I get the feeling that there is still a lot of depth there for them to reveal. I find myself looking more forward to Chuch and Journeyman that Heroes at this point, but Heroes has been pretty good, too.

Zachary The First · November 06, 2007, 03:59:57 PM

I've really enjoyed Chuck. The casting on that show was excellent, I thought. A bit campy at times, but always fun. And you gotta love (hate) Captain Awesome.

The Office is still my #1, though. Wish we'd see some more hour-long episodes. Can't get enough of it.

EDIT: Bionic Woman's been a really disappointment. When they try to make it fun, it comes off as too dark. When they try to make it (too) serious, it comes off too campy, milquetoast, or predictable. That saddens me, because I thought it could have been a good show.

shewolf · November 06, 2007, 05:22:04 PM

The problem wth Bionic is some of us remember the origional, and ignoring the lack of special effects back then, find the new one is no where near as good.

QuoteI think I'm starting to look more forward to Chuck than Heroes, though at least some of that has to do with the lack of focus Heroes has had so far this season. I'm enjoying Journeyman quite a bit, too.

Bite your tongue. Even slow, Heroes is the best thing on TV!

Seanchai · November 06, 2007, 06:33:56 PM

Quote from: John MorrowYes, and I thought Journeyman was good, too.

True. I was gleeful when we saw Livia jump, particularly the color of her wormhole. I'm actually looking forward to next episode, which is a first for me.

Quote from: John MorrowI was starting to get worried that we'd see a major timeline reset on Heroes but the coming attractions suggest that they have something more interesting in mind.

Yeah. Definitely seems like we moved into the second act and it's not exactly what I thought it would.

Quote from: John MorrowI get the feeling that there is still a lot of depth there for them to reveal.

I agree. But I'd be happy even if it remains quality and "shallow."

Seanchai

Seanchai · November 06, 2007, 07:07:48 PM

Quote from: shewolfThe problem wth Bionic is some of us remember the origional, and ignoring the lack of special effects back then, find the new one is no where near as good.

For me, it's just that the new Bionic Woman is all over the place and dumb. The characters do dumb things. They say dull things.

Seanchai

John Morrow · November 06, 2007, 08:48:04 PM

Quote from: shewolfBite your tongue. Even slow, Heroes is the best thing on TV!

...says the person with one of the stars of Chuck as her avatar.

John Morrow · November 06, 2007, 08:50:43 PM

Quote from: SeanchaiFor me, it's just that the new Bionic Woman is all over the place and dumb. The characters do dumb things. They say dull things.

That and Katee Sackhoff. Can't stand her in BSG. Can't stand her in Bionic Woman. Blech!

ADDED: And she says and does dumb and dull things on BSG, too.

John Morrow · November 06, 2007, 08:53:27 PM

Quote from: SeanchaiTrue. I was gleeful when we saw Livia jump, particularly the color of her wormhole. I'm actually looking forward to next episode, which is a first for me.

That whole little scenario was very cool and I can see that getting very interesting in the future.

Quote from: SeanchaiYeah. Definitely seems like we moved into the second act and it's not exactly what I thought it would.

Agreed. That was quite a twist in the coming attractions and TV Guides article on what's coming up suggests it gets mighty twisty indeed.

Quote from: SeanchaiI agree. But I'd be happy even if it remains quality and "shallow."

Oh, absolutely. It's a fun show in a way that light action shows just haven't been since the 1980s. That's what I really like about it. But it's also nice to see it work on other levels, too.

shewolf · November 06, 2007, 08:58:15 PM

Quote from: John Morrow...says the person with one of the stars of Chuck as her avatar.

The awesome that is the man they call Jayne transcends the mind numbing effects of network television.

Plus, I wouldn't kick him outta bed for eating crackers:cool:

Werekoala · November 06, 2007, 09:27:57 PM

Quote from: John MorrowThat and Katee Sackhoff. Can't stand her in BSG. Can't stand her in Bionic Woman. Blech!

ADDED: And she says and does dumb and dull things on BSG, too.

I don't get all the love for her. I think its because she's just butch enough, but has sufficient sweater puppies, to fit the bill either way you prefer it.

And I mean that in the best possible way, really.

Seanchai · November 06, 2007, 09:34:03 PM

Quote from: John MorrowOh, absolutely. It's a fun show in a way that light action shows just haven't been since the 1980s. That's what I really like about it. But it's also nice to see it work on other levels, too.

Yeah. If they can keep the blend of comedy, action and just a little bit of pathos right, it'll continue to be must see TV for me.

Seanchai

John Morrow · November 06, 2007, 10:03:33 PM

Quote from: SeanchaiYeah. If they can keep the blend of comedy, action and just a little bit of pathos right, it'll continue to be must see TV for me.

So far, so good. And they've cast it really well, too.

Werekoala · November 06, 2007, 10:09:58 PM

Quote from: SeanchaiYeah. If they can keep the blend of comedy, action and just a little bit of pathos right, it'll continue to be must see TV for me.

The thing I love about it is that its plain as day that the writers are geeks. Just about every conversation between Chuck and anyone but the agents - I can HEAR IT between me and any number of my friends and/or family.

If there's one show on TV that geeks need to get behind 100%, its Chuck. Really - its a show about US - as we wish we were.

John Morrow · November 06, 2007, 10:12:25 PM

Quote from: WerekoalaIf there's one show on TV that geeks need to get behind 100%, its Chuck. Really - its a show about US - as we wish we were.

The sad thing is that it's been programmed against Big Bang Theory which, while not perfect, was also written by people who know what they are talking about. That show actually has funny physics jokes that are scientifically accurate. It's not as respectful of geeks as Chuck is, though.

Werekoala · November 06, 2007, 10:36:29 PM

Quote from: John MorrowThe sad thing is that it's been programmed against Big Bang Theory which, while not perfect, was also written by people who know what they are talking about. That show actually has funny physics jokes that are scientifically accurate. It's not as respectful of geeks as Chuck is, though.

Indeed, and its that respectfulness - yes, we may play Call of Duty with tape on our fingers, or know Zork in-jokes, or debate what kind of sandwich to take to a desert island for four hours - but we still love our family, want to succeed in Life, and can function in the Real World (tm) - that sets Chuck apart, for me at least.