Posted Oct 29th 2007 11:41PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: Episode Reviews, Chuck
(S01E06) "But first, I could really use some pancakes." - Laslow (Evil Genius)Chuck is one of those shows that's hard to get a handle on, but I'm fairly certain that it doesn't know where it's going either. It's got pretty good geek culture cred, but the lack of a larger story arc is getting a bit old. The plot jumped around so much that I couldn't tell if Laslow was actually a bad guy until he started quoting
War Games.
You'd think that Chuck would have built up more trust for Sarah by now - sure, she's a CIA agent, but even a fake date involves spending time together. Despite the feel good wrap up during each scene, their relationship just doesn't seem to be going anywhere. Unless something happens between these two soon, Chuck will never again get to go on an actual date.
Continue reading Chuck: Chuck Versus the Sandworm
Posted Oct 7th 2007 1:12PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: Other Sci-Fi/Supernatural Shows, Programming, Battlestar Galactica, HDTV, Stargate, Eureka
After hitting the guide button on my HR20 DVR, my jaw hit the ground. After months of promises, DirecTV finally came through on one to deliver the SciFi Channel and many other channels in HD. Instead of grouping them together below channel 100, the new HD channels show up just above their SD counterparts.
Unfortunately, if you own an older HD DirecTivo, you won't be enjoying the new channels - you can only view them with one of the newer mpeg-4 HD receivers, like the HR20. If you think you're missing out, use your search engine to hunt down the DirecTV customer retention phone number. They'll usually upgrade existing customers for a minimal fee.
Continue reading DirecTV finally rolls out hi-def SciFi Channel
Posted Sep 26th 2007 9:41AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E12) Leading up to the season finale of a science fiction show can be tough.
Eureka's spent so much time dropping hints that they managed to pull off a decent episode and give a nice intro to the upcoming season finale. Things are anything but quiet. Beverly's back, Henry's cheesed off and Zoe wants to have a sleep over.
Continue reading Eureka: All That Glitters
Posted Sep 19th 2007 1:22AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E11) I still get the feeling that they swapped a couple of episodes around, but things definitely feel like they're finally back on track. The opening scene had me questioning my sanity just a bit, but I enjoyed the writers joke on everyone who saw the preview. Considering SciFi's generally misleading preview bits, it was a nice to see the show take advantage of it.
Continue reading Eureka: Maneater
Posted Sep 12th 2007 10:18AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E10) The sheer number of flashback scenes made me wonder just what major even was going to happen. Considering the roll up, I thought it would be a bit more climactic than Kevin showing off some sort of new powers.
The opening tattoo discussion struck me as out of place, but it got things rolling. I suspect that Zoe just asks her dad about these things just so he can have a few more victories. Later, when he sees her tattoo I was surprised that we didn't see more about it. Considering that it was Carter, I'd have thought that he'd pay a visit to the local Tattoo parlor for a little... discussion.
Continue reading Eureka: God is in The Details
Posted Sep 5th 2007 1:28AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E09) The fresh takes on classic Science Fiction plots has to be one of my favorite things about
Eureka. Invisibility is an absolute classic. Solving the invisible man problem is a bit glossed over, but everything else was baked to simmering SciFi perfection.
Continue reading Eureka: Sight Unseen
Posted Aug 29th 2007 1:49AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E08) This collective brain drain episode was definitely something different. If you're familiar with the BOFH, then I'd say that the new character of the week was the Bastard Particle Physicist from Hell. While he's coming to town, our favorite egg heads are busy reconstructing the big bang. I definitely liked the plot, but things were a bit circular later on.
Continue reading Eureka: E=MC...?
Posted Aug 22nd 2007 2:01PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E07) From the preview, the opening was pretty much just what I expected. A cryogenic facility at GD is being torn down and someone is discovered frozen in one of the chambers - Fargo's grandfather.
Continue reading Eureka: Family Reunion
Posted Aug 15th 2007 3:41PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E06) This was the most believable
Eureka introduction yet. Sure, it was nice to see Allison make some effort for Carter, but Carter pulling someone out of a wrecked truck just after he saves Fargo from its swerving geek crushing clutches.
Continue reading Eureka: Noche de Sueños
Posted Aug 8th 2007 11:41AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E05) I was looking forward 'Duck Duck Goose' ever since I caught the preview. Taggart returns for some truly hilarious moments, Carter manages to insult Zoe's science fair project in the first 40 seconds and mentions his IQ score in a town full of super geniuses. From there, things just get better. Carter tries a wheat grass shot for the first time, shows up in the worst workout clothes ever and runs off like Erkel when his car slighly explodes.
Continue reading Eureka: Duck Duck Goose
Posted Aug 1st 2007 2:04PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E04) I was a bit torn while I pondered this particular episode. On one hand I was disappointed - I figured out the basic premise by the opening credits.
Eureka does enjoy dribbling secrets, but I think the faucet was opened a bit too quickly on this one.
Continue reading Eureka: Games People Play
Posted Jul 25th 2007 7:40AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E03) Everything starts off great for Jack... Until the lights go out and his ex-wife appears in the shadows like some sort of evil pop up vampire rabbit. Well, not so much rabbity, but you get the idea.
Continue reading Eureka: Unpredictable
Posted Jul 18th 2007 1:38AM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E02) The beginning of the show suffered a bit from post-season premiere setup, but things got back on track pretty quickly. Allison's taking over Global Dynamics; Stark is heading out the door; and Fargo is... well, Fargo. Seeing Jack and Zoe at home definitely helped set the tone and bring back last season's ambiance.
Continue reading Eureka: Try, Try Again
Posted Jul 11th 2007 5:24PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Eureka, Episode Reviews
(S02E01) Eureka's return answered some questions from the finale and brought along a new set of questions to get things rolling. After a recap session, we find out that Jack and Henry both retained their memories from the future.
Continue reading Eureka: Phoenix Rising (season premiere)
Posted May 19th 2007 10:03PM by Will O'Brien
Filed under: OpEd, Stargate, Episode Reviews
(S03E16) The Ark is a classic science fiction plot. Sure the people used Wraith technology to preserve their people, but sending people off in space in suspended animation has been the subject of countless stories.
Continue reading Stargate Atlantis: The Ark
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