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Yoshi2001
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- Posted: January 30, 2020 9:50:19 pm
- I'm surprised..I just finished watching episode number two, and I haven't seen a thread started yet. What is everyone's opinion?
It's definitely not ST:TNG! Much like Discovery, it's not 'sunshine and rainbows.' That being said, I like it. I've read comments where posters didn't like it because it didn't have the lightheartedness of Next Gen, and such. But I like it, because it's different. The only negative I give it, and it's nothing that can be changed is that Patrick Stewart is (obviously) much older. Granted, he IS 79 years old so, he can't be doing these crazy action sequences, which I wouldn't expect. But even speaking his lines..he sounds considerably..old? I dunno if that makes sense? 'Normally' the lines of dialogue are really smoothly spoken, but so far, not-so-much(with Patrick Stewart). I will watch and enjoy this series, regardless, and I'm sure within the next few episodes, I won't even care how he's speaking his lines. I suppose that my be the truly negative when it comes to the series. We all remember Jean-Luc Picard as he was when we last saw him what...eighteen years ago, and therefore, compare him to that, or expect him to be the same person/character that we remember. So..I would say that myself(and others?) need to get the preconceptions out of our minds and just take this series, as it is. Now, having said all of that, I'm really curious to see how the series unfolds. Many of you may know that the series has already been renewed for a second season, and that Sir Patrick himself invited Whoopi Goldberg to come back and join him in it. I hope we get some appearances from more of the old cast, and I think to see Q again, would be awesome. I think this series is too dark, and serious(?) for some Q but..I can always hope. Anyway, I've been enjoying ST Discovery, and I know I'll enjoy Picard so...let the fun begin!! Let's hope for at least seven seasons for both series!!
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junobeach
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- Posted: January 31, 2020 9:40:32 am
- I'm liking it a lot. I think it's building nicely.
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brucifer
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- Posted: February 1, 2020 11:32:13 am
- I've also watched the first two episodes and I'm intrigued. Not nearly as dark as the first season of Star Trek: Discovery. Obviously the big attraction is seeing Jean Luc Picard back. From the commercials I've seen, there will be a few more Next Generation stars showing up in upcoming episodes. I'll keep watching for now.
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Rapha1978
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Yoshi2001
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- Posted: February 13, 2020 8:11:38 pm
- Well, my three friends that replied..it seems Star Trek is in trouble. According to this article posted on the Cosmic Book News site two days ago. It looks as though ST: Discovery will end after three seasons, and I'd be surprised if Picard makes it to three. I find the news very disappointing. I guess, maybe they need to go back to the 'happier' template of TNG or Voyager?
https://cosmicbook.news/star-trek-disaster-cbs-all-access-leaks
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Rapha1978
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mrhan1
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- Posted: February 24, 2020 8:40:44 am
- I actually like where this is going. I was wondering what happening in the regular timeline after the Kelvin timeline was introduced.
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brucifer
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- Posted: February 24, 2020 12:26:43 pm
- There are Star Trek fans like Rapha1978 (and there are lots others, trust me) who don't like the serialized format of these two newer shows. Don't waste your time watching those shows that are grim and bleak when ALL the older episodes were not. I wish there was more sci-fi shows on, but there doesn't seem to be many airing nowadays.
If you love sci-fi and technology watch Black Mirror instead.
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Yoshi2001
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- Posted: March 12, 2020 7:18:41 pm
- A couple of days ago, I read about a possible third season for Picard. Sorry, I'm too lazy to look, right now.
I can definitely understand the negative reviews of it(and Discovery) because it's so dark and bleak. That being said, I enjoy them both, partially because they aren't as happy at ST series of the past. I'm all for positivity, and if the two new series were happy, like TNG, and Voyager..I would enjoy them just as much. I will say that the cinematography is really good. It feel like you're watching a movie. I think as long as there's new 'Trek on tv..I'll be happy!
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linuxlad
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- Posted: March 31, 2020 10:31:59 am
- I enjoyed the 1st season and I'm looking forward to the next one.
Patrick Stewart is getting a little old but he is still a great actor.
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