So.
I watched the first few episodes of Caprica. I found myself mostly reading Jezebel articles while I did so, which is a pretty good indication that it wasn't working for me and I wasn't connecting to it.
I was amused by the idea of the Adamas being in the mafia. That was pretty epic. And it's nice enough to look at. But I felt nothing for the characters. Plus, it's got the same over-the-topc serious nature of BSG, except that in BSG it's forgivable because ALL OF HUMANITY HAS BEEN DESTROYED and also Gaius was around to funny things up. Over-the-top grim for its own sake (or to prove how this is Serious! Art!) usually doesn't work for me.
[eta] I don't mind dark or angsty, though: keep in mind that S6 is my favorite BtVS season. I just have to care about the characters themselves not because they're angsty but for other reasons and then I can suffer with them through the angst. If that makes sense.
So now it's your turn to convince me that OMG I HAVE TO WATCH THIS SHOW. That it's worth my time and energy, that there are characters I'll actually care about. Also that it won't make me feel like the show thinks I'm stupid--or a potential terrorist--for being religious (it seemed to be heading that way to me).
Note: James Marsters is hot and evil in it is a good and convincing point, but it isn't enough. There's gotta be more.Also, you know how I am: if there's something I can ship hardcore, I'll probably be there.
Also: more answers to the fic-meme to come! I love you all and will tell you which of your fics I love, never fear!
I was amused by the idea of the Adamas being in the mafia. That was pretty epic. And it's nice enough to look at. But I felt nothing for the characters. Plus, it's got the same over-the-topc serious nature of BSG, except that in BSG it's forgivable because ALL OF HUMANITY HAS BEEN DESTROYED and also Gaius was around to funny things up. Over-the-top grim for its own sake (or to prove how this is Serious! Art!) usually doesn't work for me.
[eta] I don't mind dark or angsty, though: keep in mind that S6 is my favorite BtVS season. I just have to care about the characters themselves not because they're angsty but for other reasons and then I can suffer with them through the angst. If that makes sense.
So now it's your turn to convince me that OMG I HAVE TO WATCH THIS SHOW. That it's worth my time and energy, that there are characters I'll actually care about. Also that it won't make me feel like the show thinks I'm stupid--or a potential terrorist--for being religious (it seemed to be heading that way to me).
Note: James Marsters is hot and evil in it is a good and convincing point, but it isn't enough. There's gotta be more.
Also: more answers to the fic-meme to come! I love you all and will tell you which of your fics I love, never fear!
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I like this!
it's pretty damn messy, and can gut you like a fish, but that's the risk you take when your heart is really in it. Beautifully said, and I know what you mean. Well, I don't, because I'm not a parent, but I can guess. ;D
Another interesting question for me is how do the best of intentions, or a series of small and big incidents, struggles, failures, coincidences, lead up to the civilzation's downfall.
I'm absolutely mad about that idea, too, but it isn't enough for me if I can't connect to the characters, you know?
That's usually how I know when to stop watching a show--when it starts to feel like homework and there's no joy. Fandom should definitely be about fun.