I am not nearly as attached to those characters as I am to the ones from others shows/movies. Which is partly due to the fact I'am watching this for the first time. But Sabine was actually one I began to like. I am sure she will come back at some point, or the story will come back to her as I am sure this starts another sideplot.
I hope the "he" in "he lives" is not Savage. But who else could it be ? Maul should be aware that Palpatine, his former master, is still there. He could mean Kenobi with he sure has a score to settle. Otherwise I didn't know who "he" could be and Savage would certainly be an ally for Maul.
Pretty cool that the ship and pilot are modeled after the star tours ride at Disneyland. Nice little Easter egg
I love the show’s concept, the set design, the bright color palette, and the cast. The writing, on the other hand, not so much.
[7.3/10] I thought this was an improvement on the first episode of the series. Getting Picard opposite some more great scene partners is helpful, and I especially liked his confrontation with the Starfleet admiral. The clash of ideals point is coming through loud and clear, and Stewart is doing good work. (I also enjoyed his scene with his old physician buddy.)
But man, they're really strapping on the lore here, and it's not working for me. I don't know why we need a double secret Romulan police force, and the details that we get for the major mystery are pretty convoluted. This one is a drag anytime Picard's not on screen, and the build up to the main mystery has been less than inspired. Still hopeful for things to come!
I would rate the show at "8" after the first season so far. It had highs and lows. They need to step things up a notch. Assuming the run time per episode stays low they need to clean a bit of the useless stuff.
I never had a faible for Mandalorians so I was a bit sceptical at first if this show could interest me enough. They seem to be an interesting bunch with a deep history but this isn't really about them. After all the show is named The Mandalorian, singular. The little yoda-like guy certainly has Disney written all over him there is no need denying that. But at the same time I wouldn't mind to learn more about his species history which is also kind of blank.
For me a first season has to generate enough interest to make me want to come back. I can check that box. The second is the make or break one. Can it keep me interested by following up and adding new things or is the wave ebbing out. Guess I'll see in a year.
It didn’t make me weep for the last twenty minutes like the second half of BSG’s “Daybreak”, in fact I only teared up when The Starks broke up on the dock. However, nothing compares to BSG for me... nothing.
The writing on this show started to deteriorate the further away it went from the source. I don’t think that’s the fault of the show, but George Martin. Even with him informing the major plot points, it’s clear that his nuances went missing almost as soon as they left his established world’s defining moments.
The show runners and writers did the best they could and it shows.
But as TV goes I’m fine with the way it all ended. It all seemed appropriate.
Reading responses to this entire season, and the finale, there is no way a good handful of people would have been satisfied with the way it ended... but it’s a good story told with a satisfying ending.
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The blush on the cheeks scene was a nod at The Simpsons: I remember Marge's mom telling Marge something like "whores use rouge, ladies pinch" ("ladies leech", in Disenchantment). There were probably more nods at The Simpsons (and Futurama?), but clueless as I am I was already lucky enough to find that one.
The humour is a little bit wonky at times (i.e., not working), but this first episode was mildly enjoyable. Definitely not a breath of fresh air (unfortunately), but I found it to be watchable. Honestly, after watching BoJack Horseman I can hardly find any other cartoon show entertaining, but I'm willing to give Disenchantment a chance.
Admittingly a bit of a constructed story with an in-your-face philosophy, but I`ll take it. Well written and balanced. And a good continuation of an underlying general plot that weaves the episodes together and creates a mythology. And the Dolly Parton stuff really made me smile, that was a good idea.
I am really beginning to dislike Klyden a lot and I see a divorce coming. In any case this has to be adressed moving forward.
And have you noticed the line-up of guest stars in this episode. I was grinning all over when I saw the names listed in the credits.
A flashback episode that was everything but boring! That's not an easy feat.
First season of Future Man was OK (I almost lost interest in watching anything else besides it), but this second season has been totally bonkers!
I hope the PIGS won't prevent them from going to MARS.
And the second season finally starts to pick up the pace! For me, this was the best episode of the season, so far (yes, we still got a few more more to go, I know). Being trapped with the enemy, hiding from a menacing race that overpowers them both was a nice plot device. What followed was a solid episode about hope & forgiveness, love & heartache. They seem to be going for the drama, this season, and they're finally nailing it.
Also, I love that they kept the new head of security for an extra episode, I really like that typical Family Guy kind of character (he's sort of a familiar and comfy cliché). Too bad they'll be ditching him, soon. Probably replacing him with a human. Human show runners are so racist. Meh.
The show has become a bit over-Borged.
Just a different take on the take-over-body scenario. Nothing special.
Beat episode of the season. Need more like this!
Robert Picardo! Such a joy to see him in an allegedly satire show of his former show. I do hope these trekkie treats will keep coming (c'mon, Seth, just get Patrick Stewart on speed dial, already).
This episode was creepy as hell! It's like The Orville stopped being The Enterprise for an episode to become the Event Horizon instead. I get shivers and goosebumps every time I think of that dreadful ship... Rambling aside, great creepy episode (good job with the clown, btw)!
Hmmmm... I believed the hype, I was all pumped for this show, but now I feel a bit cheated. Things look cool and futuristic, but the story and characters felt weak, it lacked charisma and spark. It's all a bit clunky. It's like Blade Runner with blood and violence (and, consequently, a bit more action), minus the whole sci-fi appeal...
Oh, and I think this was the first time we witnessed the future of adblockers. Today, we install them in our devices; in the future, we install the adblocker in ourselves. Interesting (and I'm so not looking forward to it).
Also, two actors from Dollhouse in the same episode? Pure coincidence or is Joss Wheldon somehow involved with this?
Anyway, this first episode was just barely interesting enough to keep me curious, but definitely not good enough to make me a fan. Let's see how the rest of the season unfolds.
"The Star Trek Without the Star Trek Within". Yes, silly title, it made as much sense as the episode itself (but, to be honest, Discovery does often feel like Star Trek without the Star Trek within). Well, at least they're gearing up for what it seems to be a fun (though most likely ludicrous) season finale.
Evil Stamets is dead! Lorca is dead! They just won't stop with the twists! Every time I think that I know where they're going with this, a twist comes along and shakes things up. The unpredictability of this show is definitely one of its more attractive features. But now I feel a bit disappointed because it seems that we're back again at Klingons vs. Humans... I gotta say, for me, the best part of the show was spent in the Mirror Universe.
All the rush and adrenaline of this episode made it feel like a season finale, but we still got two episodes left. Let's see where they're taking this baby, now...
But what upsets me the most is that we will no longer be able to have Lorca saying the cute catchphrase "Make the Empire great again!".
Though most people seem to have disliked this episode, I loved every second of it. THE HERO'S JORNEY, MAN! The hero has to fall back on her journey and then raise back again, thinking of his friends etc. And omg! Even though I've read here some understanding of Star Wars references, I totally saw Magneto hero. El is both Magneto and Professor Xavier xD And her sista also plays an Xavier act, the invisible stuff! Loved every second of it!
[9.2/10] Such a classic. The opening spoof of The Shiny is filled to brim with great moment, especially Willie saying “shh, you want to get sued?” and Homer’s “no tv and no beer make Homer something something” escapade. “Time and Punishment” may be the best of the three, with awesome time-skipping adventures and even an appearance from Peabody and Sherman! And the third segment, featuring Skinner and the rest of the teachers eating the students, is a dark-minded farce with plenty of laughs. (“You might even say, we just ate Uter and he’s in our stomachs right now!” is hilarious non-joke joke.) All-in-all, this is the Treehouse of Horror sub-franchise at its finest.
Finally some good action, although I didn't like when they killed that old couple. And Elizabeth probably didn't either, that's why she wants to quit.
The narrative seems to be all over the place. Small incremental gains in the storyline. I would dearly love to see as to how all of this will culminate. The pastor Tim angle/narrative is boring, of course it's a subjective opinion. In a nutshell, can they get on with the action please?
Watch TNG S07E12 and then watch this one. Its a great experience!
Ugh. Bashir's acting in this is atrocious. Even more so that usual.
Great start of this series, Although i watched it when it originaly aired, i started rewatching it recently, The Pilot begins for at the time as a great visual opener, when the borg attack ensues at wolf 359, now seen throug the eyes of "Cmdr Benjamin Lafayette Sisko", which sets the backstage for the main protagonist of this series, The Series then jumps forward a couple of years, to starfleet taking administrative command of DS9 a former cardassian space station, which is left behind after the Cardassians withdrew from the Bajoran systems, after 40 years of occupation, The Pilot introduces the Characters and sets up the bord, Besides fleshing out the character Benjamin Sisko, and his dealing with loss, and acceptation. the story also plays on the bajorans spiritual believes, which will be further fleshed out throughout the series.. Although a longtime trek fan, I greatly love this show, i wouldnt call it completly Unique, as its rival Show Babylon 5 also proved a fierce contender for this show. Some fans regard this show as the best "Trek Ever". I can only say it didnt dissapoint
Duras had what was coming to him.
diplomatic TNG is best TNG
Great second season on balance; I particularly disliked 'The Royale' which reflected in my /10 score. The characters are well bedded in now and the freshness of season one has gone; you can see they work better together. The addition of Ten Forward is welcome as the scene's become more flexible.
First episode that I don't feel like I am completely stupid...
Everything about Toby's interactions with girls and women is creepy af. It's one thing if Toby uses the toxic masculinity concept of "wuss" but awful that Blinky does. It's very typical to portray indigenous people as savages and while the wumpa? are trolls, the same is done here. I don't "know" that it's racist but it feels like it is. Also, Toby's "song" is atrocious. Oof. The dancing is awful, too.
The special effect with the Shadowstaff was cool, though.
