Science Fiction...

[Glenhuon (Bill)]

Originally Posted by Dog Star

Any SF poll that doesn't include Dr Who is seriously remiss in my opinion.

Yep, I'll second that one. Used to really look forward to the episodes on TV.

Also a bit surprised that no one mentioned the original Twilight Zone and the original Outer Limits.
Have both of those here on DVD, drag them out for a session every now and then.

Also, The Prisoner. Now that was a seriously warped show.
That was a good show, but still trying to work out the plot.

I can also vaguely remember a British anthology series from the early 60's called Out of the Unknown (I think) that featured teleplays of some of Asimov and Wyndham as well as a couple of other "name" authors.

Vaguely remember that one, so it must'nt have taken my fancy at the time.

Hmm, I'm showing my age a bit here, so I'd best add that I think that the new series of Battlestar Galactica is absolutely OUTSTANDING! If only televised SF could reach these heights more often.

Not seen the new one as I no longer watch TV (not for several years), but have all the original series DVD's.

Does anyone remember a series called "Earth 2" , was on for a while and must have got canned as it suddenly disappeared. Quite enjoyed that one as I like the ones with a bit of metaphysical mixed in with the SF.

Bill

[Dog Star (Phil)]

Vaguely remember Earth 2. Wasn't that one of Gene Roddenberry's projects or am I mixing it up with something else?

[Glenhuon (Bill)]

Just Googled it and it only lasted for one season of 22 episodes. Didn't see Gene Rodenberry in the credits, so probably not one of his.

Bill

[Dog Star (Phil)]

Just Googled it myself and yes, I've confused it with something else. Somehow managed to miss that one completely but it sounds ok and might even be worth getting on dvd. Ahhh, dvd's. How did we ever survive without 'em?

[Glenhuon (Bill)]

Yep, don't ya just love 'em
While my lady and the young lass were away for a couple of days, sorted out the collection. Top shelf is labeled "Science Fiction". Next one down is labelled "Everything Else"

Bill

[MrB (Simon)]

Voted for Firefly(I loved the Buffy and Angel humor, so Firefly was a must see) and StarTrek(all versions)
Didn't read the replies but probably already mentioned:
Babylon 5, Red Dwarf, H2G2

[Xeelee (Chris)]

Don't forget Wing Commander and books by Greg Bear, Stephen Baxter and Peter F. Hamilton!

Although Wing Commander was a computer game it had enough movie sequences to be a movie and Stephen Baxter's books have a extraordinary sense of scale (eg. A neutron star thrown through space at another star. Of course though, it was slower than light speed.)


Edit:

PS: I forgot Wing Commander was made into a movie.

[Dog Star (Phil)]

Couldn't agree with you more re Peter Hamilton, Xeelee. I've collected and read everything I can find by him. By crikey though, judging by the number of books he's written and their LENGTH, this bloke mustn't even knock off for the odd beer or two. Makes for a very involving read though and I always dread coming to the end of the story. Great stuff!

[Xeelee (Chris)]

I dread it too, but only because of the emptiness. That is I there is nothing else left to read...... until they release another book of course.

[goober (Doug)]

Really enjoying the new version of Battlestar Galactica. Number 6 and the glowing red spine was enough for me....

[Alchemy (Clive)]

Originally Posted by joshman

so we're all into astronomy...we like space and space related things. thus bringing to mind the various movies and shows that have graced out screens over the years that deal with this object of affection.

so my questions is...which of the shows above tickle your fancy? and why?

Firefly/Serenity mostly because of Joss Wheadon's skill with writing witting dialogue and captivating storylines. Starwars becuse well....come on..who hasn't wanted a lightsabre? oh and oyu can keep your episodes I, II and III...give me the original trilogy any day. and farscape, partly because it's australian, mostly because it's different and has a decnt charm about it.

and i love the others too...

had to refer to original question just in case it had wandered.

currently in my collection is the following

star wars all episodes
star trek next gen all episodes
star trek deep space 9 all episodes
star trek voyager all episodes
star trek enterprise all episodes
all 10 star trek movies
all alien movies inc alien v predator
all star gate episodes
all atlantis episodes
Stargate the movie
MIB 2
chronicles of riddick
Final Fantasy spirits within
Gattaca
Serenity
War of the worlds
Armageddon
Independence day
Babylon 5 all seasons
x files the movie
far scape all episodes
Far scape independence war
Andromeda 1-4 seasons

thats about it for space based sci fi .... have non space based sci fi too

[gman (Grant)]

I really enjoy just about all Sci-Fi.
Most have their own feel or vibe that makes them different.
A non Sci-Fi person believes that they are all the same
Personally I like some of the old TV shows
Flash Gordon
Captain Scarlett & the Mysterons
Doctor Who
Lost in Space
Not sure if these fit the thread but I also liked My Favourite Martian, Sliders and Millenium

Does anyone remeber that TVmini series called "V" and the huge build up to the world wide premiere

[Glenn Dawes]

Here's to the man who gave us:
2001 series
Childhoods End
The Songs of Distant Earth
The City and the Stars
The Rama series
and lots more!

May he now be at one and peace with the stars.

I heard at NACAA that on the day he died there was a brilliant gamma ray burster found! Even the Universe acknowledged the passing of greatness.

Glenn

[GeoffW1 (Geoff)]

Originally Posted by Dog Star

Couldn't agree with you more re Peter Hamilton, Xeelee. I've collected and read everything I can find by him. By crikey though, judging by the number of books he's written and their LENGTH, this bloke mustn't even knock off for the odd beer or two. Makes for a very involving read though and I always dread coming to the end of the story. Great stuff!

Hi,

Have you tried Iain M Banks, especially "The Algebraist"? Very very good.

Cheers

[Dog Star (Phil)]

G'day Geoff. Have heard of Iain Banks but haven't gotten round to reading any of his books yet. Based on the tip though, I'll be sure to check it out. Thanks for that.

[MrB (Simon)]

Originally Posted by gman

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Does anyone remeber that TVmini series called "V" and the huge build up to the world wide premiere

Haha! I had forgotten about that show!
I wasn't allowed to watch it when I was a kid, was on after bed time, and I guess the folks were worried about nightmares.
I used to sneak a look at it when the folks thought I was sleeping.
Main thing I remember was the sight of rats sliding down their throats.

[Gargoyle_Steve (Steve)]

Sorry to jump back up there ^ a bit but I hadn't read this thread again in the last few days.

The Gene Roddenberry show you may have been thinking of is Earth : Final Conflict
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0123816/

"Trivia:
On the desk of Dr. Julianne Belman, played by Majel Barrett, is a picture of Gene Roddenberry, Barrett's husband and creator of the concept for the series."

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On a side note, Earth 2 has been seen sporadically on the Sci Fi channel on Australian pay tv over a year ago.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108758/

Mildly entertaining show, it's best attribute was the ongoing appearances of Tim Curry in a supporting/cameo role. The rest of them couldn't act for ... mud.

[skwinty (Steve)]

Originally Posted by MrB

Haha! I had forgotten about that show!
I wasn't allowed to watch it when I was a kid, was on after bed time, and I guess the folks were worried about nightmares.
I used to sneak a look at it when the folks thought I was sleeping.
Main thing I remember was the sight of rats sliding down their throats.

Yes I watched that program avidly.
Always thought they came from the jewel box.