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Post by MissDavidson on Aug 19, 2008 21:26:33 GMT -5
Sounds EXACTLY like Maxwell! Wonderful. And, he's right to correct folks who call it a "Superhero Franchise". It's a "SuperSuit Franchise" with ordinary folks dealing with it all. Mona I can't fault the reporter for making this error for many reasons, mostly that he's human and possibly younger than the show. While it is a super suit franchise, if you watch the show for the first few times (not knowing the whole premise), Ralph can be seen as a superhero-type fellow as well when he wears the suit. In the show, bad guys who deal with him would probably say he's a superhero, even though others see him as being a fry short of a Happy Meal. Plus, in "GAHeroine" (which Culp helped write) Ralph's told by the President, "America truly has the Greatest American Hero," which does give a superhero feel to the character. None of the public in that scene knows that Ralph's powers are in the suit, so they assume he's a superhero. Regardless, the reporter made an honest mistake at most, but I think he was chastised more than he should've been for the comment. I don't think he was overly chastized. . .sure, Culp corrected him, but in a kind and joking matter. Culp (I noticed) also got into good "Bill Maxwell" form there during his explanation. And he made some good points. . . Ralph was more or less forced into it by the green guys, and in MHHABC he even had the conflict of he wasn't going to do it, but his sense of duty and his "heal the world" mentality got the better of him. And while I wouldn't say that Maxwell came along and made it all better himself, he did have a hand in it. Yet, if Ralph didn't have the suit, there wouldn't have been much Bill could have done in any scenario, and he wouldn't have had th 99% kill record. As I've said, it was teamwork. But I honestly don't believe that this guy was overly chastized.
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Post by MelMac on Aug 19, 2008 21:33:05 GMT -5
You guys are probably right, I might be exaggerating on the over chastising, but chalk it up to my background. Plus, it's not the only time either, as other reporters have done similar things in their interviews, such as saying CC is the only group doing the comic and Katt having to correct them and say so is Arcana. Needless to say, I'm also looking forward to the comics and seeing how they drew Pam as well. Does make one wonder however, if they decided to use the station wagon and beetle here too or if they'll be updated. Looks like the tan sedan got a slight update too - it's not quite as boxy anymore.
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Post by jopierce on Aug 20, 2008 6:07:50 GMT -5
You guys are probably right, I might be exaggerating on the over chastising, but chalk it up to my background. Plus, it's not the only time either, as other reporters have done similar things in their interviews, such as saying CC is the only group doing the comic and Katt having to correct them and say so is Arcana.
Yes, Mac. You are certainly a reporter, so I understand your position. Which is why I responded lightly.
But...
Mona and I see Culp as justified and it's not ok... but when Missdavidson agrees, it is?
You make it seem like all we are doing is taking Culp's word for the gospel - which in my case I am not. I will not speak for Mona.
I do agree, though, 100%, that more interviewers need to see the show/comics. ;D
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Post by MelMac on Aug 20, 2008 8:30:42 GMT -5
No, Culp is justified (I did at least imply that in my comments). Case in point, I said in my other comment after yours that I did feel the guy needed to be corrected - even if in my opinion was it was too much: Did the reporter deserve to be corrected? Yes, but I just felt it was a little too much IMHO when Culp and Katt have also made a few minor errors in interviews in telling of the show's history. ... There is a difference between correction and overkill, though it's subjective. Here, my opinion was whether Culp went overboard or not on the correction, NOT whether he was right or wrong for giving the correction. But, when more than two people agree on a situation that I give my two cents on, I concede that I might be carried away in my stance. This does not mean, however, I'm right or wrong - as it's an opinion, not statement of fact. This is also why my concession is after Miss D's post, not yours. And, I said (proper grammar or not) "You GUYS are probably right" in my last post, not I agree missdavidson only. "Guys" includes you and Mona. As I noticed later rewatching the interviews, this reporter's not the only one who's made an error - other reporters have said constantly that Catastrophic Comics is the only group doing the "GAH" comic book instead of including Arcana. Katt has had to then give a shout out (i.e. correct reporters) to include it so he doesn't irk the company. But, to be fair to all the reporters, even the actors aren't immune to "misremembering" or making honest mistakes about the show - Katt has said only six episodes ran during season three instead of nine (13 eps that season - only four were unaired, not seven), and Culp has said that the show ran for two years instead of three. Sometimes in my defense of people, I tend to overlook the whole situation (i.e. the other reporters' errors in their stories), and I did here. However, I also look at both sides of the scenario because as above, even the actors on the show can be wrong in their information - we're all human, we make mistakes. But, given this, my opinion is that in the future, instead of making it a point to point out an actor is right to correct reporters for making honest mistakes (many reasons) and why - i.e. nitpicky things - we should take appreciation instead that we are getting lots of information on this project. Other productions (large or small) haven't been as open.
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Post by MelMac on Aug 21, 2008 15:56:31 GMT -5
So, has anyone found out any new information regarding "Greatest American Hero"? Haven't found any lately myself, just some more news on Catastrophic's non-"GAH" comic book - "Sparks." But, what I've seen is on their forum.
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Post by MST3Claye on Aug 21, 2008 18:53:54 GMT -5
I was in the comic book shop I used to go to a while back on Tuesday. They had the three issues of Sparks, but I was trying to catch up with my Buffy and Angel comics.. There is indeed an advertisement for the GAH comic coming in Fall 2008 on the back of the first issue. Other than that, I haven't seen anything. Not to mention I saw the issues of the Doctor Who comics there. Didn't get those either.
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Post by MelMac on Aug 21, 2008 19:04:52 GMT -5
Hey, you're lucky if they sell "Doctor Who" comics - most places don't here. But, I'm waiting until they finally start doing the comic books and novels with Donna as the companion. I really wish they'd kept the door open enough to bring her back - though technically, if they brought Rose back from an impossible scenario, they can Donna for an episode or two. Guess I will have to ask Books a Million if they can order "Sparks" afterall. Sounds like it's a great comic book. Then... I'll also have to ask them to get the "GAH" ones as well.
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Post by Ms Boku on Aug 21, 2008 20:19:57 GMT -5
I just got a Galaxy Quest comic and in it they had a preview for the Dr Who Comic by IDW comics.
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Post by Ms Boku on Sept 19, 2008 20:06:48 GMT -5
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Post by Ms Boku on Nov 14, 2008 21:03:20 GMT -5
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Post by Nicol on Nov 15, 2008 9:56:58 GMT -5
What a fun article... so can't wait for more.
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Nov 15, 2008 12:15:36 GMT -5
I wonder what it would have been like if Culp and Katt did get along really well on set?
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Post by Ms Boku on Nov 15, 2008 15:04:16 GMT -5
I wonder what it would have been like if Culp and Katt did get along really well on set? I shudder to think.
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Post by MelMac on Nov 15, 2008 19:15:49 GMT -5
I wonder what it would have been like if Culp and Katt did get along really well on set? Given the caliber of both actors, I think we'd gotten the same quality of acting - though it'd been more of an effort because they'd have to act as though they really couldn't stand each other to begin with.
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Nov 16, 2008 20:39:57 GMT -5
I don't know. I think it could have led to harder performances on some things like the first scenes of DIVORCE. If you get along with someone really well, I bet it can be tough to act like you don't...and vice versa.
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Post by Ms Boku on Nov 16, 2008 21:11:25 GMT -5
I agree. I mean the one thing they really did was play it real. Even in hit car when Ralph said they have a long way to go. I think it was perfection as it was.
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Post by dolfyn on Nov 16, 2008 21:14:55 GMT -5
^ That's where being a really great actor comes in to play. I've known of actors who can't stand each other who've successfully acted as best friends or a love-interest, & I've known of actors who get along wonderfully who've successfully acted like they don't. It's all part of the fun of the industry & seeing truly good actors do their stuff. ;D Feel the love. dolfyn.
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Post by Ms Boku on Dec 1, 2008 9:25:27 GMT -5
well, the forecast looks good and I think I might be able to go to Jersey Sat. So... Any messages to the Hunk-um the man himself? Man I wish today's weather was for Sat though. It's gonna be 50 today. As long as there are no storms I'll be happy.
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Post by MelMac on Dec 1, 2008 13:44:12 GMT -5
well, the forecast looks good and I think I might be able to go to Jersey Sat. So... Any messages to the Hunk-um the man himself? Man I wish today's weather was for Sat though. It's gonna be 50 today. As long as there are no storms I'll be happy. Yes, please say that: Marci and Pal say "Hi." Told ya she'd brainwash us... [/right]
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Post by greenguy on Dec 1, 2008 14:51:16 GMT -5
Good luck with the trip Ms. B!
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