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Re: Pure StarWars Discussion

I agree with what Kit said. I’m suffering serious Star Wars fatigue at the moment. Looking back on all the stories, I still retain the feeling that, for me, KOTOR 1 and 2 are the most interesting stories, with some aspects of TOR also being in there. The Ahsoka episode in season 2 of The Mandalorian...

Re: Pure StarWars Discussion

Olorin, from memory I don’t think you really need to watch Boba Fett for Obi Wan. There’s nothing pertaining to him in there I don’t think, and also I personally really disliked the show so much I cannot recommend it. Think Mandalorian but worse, much, much worse. The only episode I really loved fro...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I’m hoping season 2 will be out this year but that may be a bit ambitious. I rewatched the finale the other week and enjoyed it a lot more. Definitely think it was a mixture of expectations and also the other things going on in my life that ruined my enjoyment of it the first time I watched it. I’m ...

Re: The Rings Of Power

Don’t worry, Deimos I will watch it just not gotten round to it yet. Tbf Val this is the most civilised place there is to discuss this topic. It’s nothing like the cesspools of Reddit or Facebook or the other larger forums. We’ve all managed to remain civil and respectful. I have seen people as you ...

Re: The Rings Of Power

I do think it looks a bit better than generic fantasy tbf. Though it’s only a teaser, I do think it’s somewhat promising. I want to clarify my views earlier as there’s been a fair bit of discussion since then. From a world building perspective, having diversity that makes sense is what I was alludin...

Re: The Rings Of Power

The photos actually made me a little more interested but I was very much against this. I agree with the above. I think representation is important but it should never ever be just to fill a quota or appear to be “woke”. It should make sense within the narrative. The photo of Galadriel, though it has...

Re: Amazon's Series "The Rings of Power" Weapon Replicas

Im going to be the sourpuss here and say that I don’t like any of these weapon designs, with the exception of maybe that sceptre. Everything else feels like it belongs in the Elder Scrolls. One of the things that I love about LOTR and even The Hobbit is how they designed the weapons to reflect real ...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

So I’ve watched the final episode. It’s hard to digest what I’m feeling. I’ve been in an odd mind space for a few weeks now so I don’t know if that’s affecting it. I feel a bit mixed at the end of this season. Though I really enjoyed elements of the story, I feel the culmination of the first crises ...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I’m glad that’s not the case. Not that it couldn’t be done, but I was worried that that was going to be the case. I’m still worried in Westworld it’ll be revealed that they were all inside a simulation anyway :S Besides, my question was answered pretty much how you stated in this latest episode. Int...

Re: Denis Villeneuve's Dune

Saw it again and loved it more. It’s definitely something to be enjoyed at the cinema, I really love the cast, the story, the world building and of course the music. Im excited for part 2. Also it reaffirms me being 100% down for Duncan’s swords. Hopefully the Dune line will do well and we can have ...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

Yeh I worded it weird. I guess the simpler way of asking the question is, is Foundation actually set in the distant past and we are the result of the Foundation? I kept getting this feeling that was where it was going to go and you mentioned one of the characters looking for Earth so in my mind it s...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I don’t know if I’ve connected the dots wrong with all your messages Olorin… but I have to know. So please feel free to spoil for me. Is Foundation set up as a prequel to the story of humanity that we have experienced in reality? Also on Lee Pace - yes I think that was definitely for his fans haha. ...

Re: Denis Villeneuve's Dune

I’m down for Duncan’s swords. I want to get the crysknife too - not sure when it’ll be available here in the UK. Are you allowed to share any of your product shots Kit and any teases for the Duncan sword? I keep thinking about Dune today. I need to see it again. I really enjoyed it and seeing it on ...

Re: Denis Villeneuve's Dune

I’ve got my tickets for Dune later today. I’ll let you know my thoughts after I’ve had time to process it. It’s been a long time since I was at the cinema, I think the last time was when I saw The Rise of Skywalker in January 2020.

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

Yeh I figured it would be mostly expansion considering how much Salvor Hardin is in the show. That being said, it’ll be sad to see her go when her story is told because I’ve grown attached to her throughout this first season. I wonder if season 2 may include a few of the next crises and sort of spee...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I’m listening to the latest episode now. It pretty much confirms my original theory way back from episode 2 that this would be the start of the second foundation. The only thing I got wrong was that Hari isn’t alive - I had actually expected him to survive. He still might tbf, his coffin is very sus...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

:crazy: I haven’t seen Galaxy Quest in ages, so I definitely need to watch it soon. I used to love that film as a kid. Another great episode of Foundation. It really is killing me waiting for the next episode each week haha. The space sequences are really interesting. I’m interested in hearing your ...

Re: Denis Villeneuve's Dune

So much of “entertainment” news on either side of the political divide is trying to bait the others into getting angry and feeling compelled to read the article. I guess it’s a bit like the current “controversy” about the new Halloween movie being homophobic because a gay couple is murdered. But, wh...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I agree Olorin, it’s irksome. I just roll my eyes whenever I see comments like that. That’s good to know about the destroyer. I had read that article that claimed the show had utterly betrayed Asimov’s story by introducing a sci-fi gimmick 🙄 I’ve seen it regurgitated on other review sites too. Haha ...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

So I was wrong. While critical reception is actually improving, audience consensus seems to be declining. There’s a lot of complaints from book fans about changes to the story which honestly seem to make up the majority of the complaints, and of course the odd few “ruined by inclusivity!!!1!” commen...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

That’s great, I’m gonna have a read/watch after work. I’m hoping they do get to complete the entire story tbh, fan reception seems to be positive - critical reception is still a bit mixed tbf, but I’m hoping it can go all the way through. I hope we can have season 2 next year though. Waiting 2 years...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I wasn’t aware people thought Raych and Hari were lovers. Their relationship on screen felt paternal to me, and also it would have been more disturbing considering Hari talks about meeting him as a young boy. It’s all cleared up now in the most current episode at least. I do feel like it gets better...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I have my theories on what is going on there. It’s my least favourite episode of the episodes aired so far. Aside from the events on Trantor, it feels like mostly filler. If you’ve seen episode 4 there’s a tiny tease at the end and I’d expect that in episode 5 we may get some sort of explanation or ...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

Season 2 is official now! https://www.apple.com/tv-pr/news/2021/10/apple-tv-renews-global-hit-drama-series-foundation-for-a-second-season/ I find that it gets better and better with each episode, I’m really enjoying it. The wait between episodes is agonising though. Olorin, in the four episodes so f...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

Thanks Deimos, but tbh I’ve never really considered it. Writing is not something I feel I’m particularly good at and always worry people think what I write is an incoherent mess haha Though I’m glad you enjoyed my short review of Foundation. I’m sure I’ll add to it as the season continues. I feel ve...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

I’ve seen both episodes multiple times and I’m very much in the camp of loving it. It’s a brilliantly cast show, Lee Pace is incredible in his role - he has been likened to Joaquin Phoenix in Gladiator - I love Jared Harris as Harri Seldon and I love Lou Llobel as Gaal Dornick. Costumes and producti...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

Oh wow that trailer looks incredible. I stopped reading Olorin, even though I was really enjoying it, as I’d like to see the story play put on screen and then revisit the books after the series is finished. I’m very excited for this, and glad my Apple subscription is still running. I’m hoping there’...

Re: United Cutlery's - The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Ronin, no they aren't. There's the odd crime committed with them here and there but they're very rare. I remember when I was younger, and this was just prior to me joining up with this forum and starting my sword collection, a woman not far away from where I lived at that time was stabbed with a kat...

Re: United Cutlery's - The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I'm feeling a bit flustered and not sure where else to put this but it looks like the UK laws are changing again and it could mean that along with the ban on curved swords, even owning any curved swords bought before the ban was introduced is going to be an offence. The usual defences still apply th...

Re: LOTR TV adaptation

Is there a chance that intimacy coordinator could simply be just someone who helps with romantic kissing scenes? Maybe I’m grasping. Sex scenes are great when you’re a horny teenager but I’m not one anymore and so I see no appeal in them. The more and more I read about this show the less and less in...

Re: RIP Thranduil

I don’t even know where to begin. I remember Thranduil/Andrew being one of the more supportive members here during my first few years. He often encouraged me with projects that sadly never came to fruition but the encouragement was needed. I remember when I began my journey with photography he was t...

Re: United Cutlery Dune

That’s upsetting but not unexpected. I’m curious to see if Warner Brothers bump Fantastic Beasts 3 back into 2022. Damn. I was hoping they may release it as an on demand service like Disney did Mulan. I was against it at first but cinema chains are closing here in the U.K. and are desperate for busi...

United Cutlery Dune

UC posted an announcement on their Facebook page that they’re doing the Crysknife from the new Dune movie. Nice to get confirmation that UC are the ones producing replicas. Thought I’d start a thread to discuss it once we get more information and to see if there will be anymore replicas produced for...

Re: Dame Diana Rigg, RIP

RIP Dianna Rigg. It feels so sad that she’s gone. Olorin I too wish to apologise. I got pretty riled by the end of GOT and posed a lot of hatred in the GOT thread. I was surprised that when I watched the final two episodes recently just to check them out I actually really enjoyed them. There’ll stil...

Re: United Cutlery's - The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Don’t mock artsy fartsy sword photos :P they’re the best type of sword photos and you did an awesome job at it! I can’t wait to get Guthwine. It’s a shame about the two tone wire not being doable but it’s a minor detail. Can’t wait to hold this in hand. When do you expect it to be released Kit? Do y...

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