IGN.com
 

News
Releases
Reviews
Features
Letters
Ask The B.E.M.

 Listings
TV Grid


Games
· IGN64
· PC
· PSX
· Dreamcast
· Pocket
· Online
Sci-fi
For Men
TV
Movies
Affiliates
Contests

My IGN
Log In/Register
IGN Mail
IGN Link
IGN Feedback
Newsletter

Help
Site Map
Site FAQ

Affiliates
Anime Links
ComicFan
Desktop Starships
EX
MTGnews.com
SF Site
Stay Tooned
Stomp Tokyo Video Review
The Casual Otaku
The Great RPG Archive
The One Ring
TheForce.net
Yakface's Realm

Affiliation
Become an Affiliate
Advertising Info
Staff Info
Recent Press
Snowball
 Marketing



ign scifi > letters
send this story to a friend


Two-Cent Gallery

Your two cents? It's all here, as readers discuss Amidala, Anakin, Battlestar Galactica, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer in today's shiny, new letters page.

September 13, 1999

I'm Tobor, and I'm ready to license myself out as a multimedia franchise property to the highest-bidder.
Worst music ever in a feature-length animated cartoon? For some reason, The Transformers Movie Soundtrack and its medley of bad 80s, hair metal, pop-rock, "action tunes" springs to mind, mainly because the Bug-Eyed Monster has been listening to it all day long!

What has possessed this formally gentle soul to play the devil's own music over and over? I don't know, but I suspect a massive brain cell die-off induced by repeated viewings of www.hamsterdance.com.

--Tobor

BG Trailer Errata

I am writing regarding your article written by Raj Manoharan about Richard Hatch's short film "Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming". I produced this film along with Sophie LaPorte and I wanted to set the record straight as to who exactly the main people were who made this film what it is.

Here are the main credits for "Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming":

Directed by Richard Hatch & Jay Woelfel
Written by Richard Hatch & Sophie LaPorte
Produced by Sophie LaPorte & Johnnie J. Young
Executive Producer: Richard Hatch
Cinematography by Scott Spears & Dean Cundey A.S.C.
Edited by Eric Chase

I hope these people can be credited when speaking about this film since they are the ones who made it what it is.

Johnnie J. Young

Thanks for clearing that up!

--Tobor

Amidala Dethroned

There is no question as to how Amidala dies. Leia told Luke in Jedi that she remembered her mother as being very sad. Amidala died of a broken heart mourning for the loss of her beloved Anakin.

Jpete


I believe Luke and Leia's Mother survives not only past their own birth, but is also remembered by Leia. In Return of the Jedi, Luke asks if Leia remembers her real mother. The answer was yes. Luke also confesses that he never knew his real mother. This suggests that Luke was separated from her very early on. While, Leia remained a part of Amidala's family, even retaining her Queen's Daughter Status as Princess Leia.

Bill


None of this makes any sese to me! How is the Queen supposed to fall in love with Anakin, have Luke and Leia, and die all in one episode?!?! My brain is spinning. I know that she couldn't have just decided to quit after two episodes. I mean she must have had to sign some sort of contract. Oh wait...I got it....she heard what ole Sir Alec has been saying and decided to get out early. NOOOOOOOOO!

BASSOFeeSH


So Portman's quitting. Wow that's got to be the biggest scoop ever. Oh wait a minute...you forgot one little thing when you came up with the various ways to kill her off. . . SHE HAS TO GIVE BIRTH TO A COUPLE OF TWINS BEFORE SHE DIES.

Loki's Pupil


I think Palpatine will make it look like Ben kills Amidala (Ben falls in love with her too). This will make Ani hate Ben, and go to the Dark Side. This will be right at the end of the movie after the Clone Wars end. This will set up the archrivals for Episode III.

Rob NY


Ok here what going to Amidala, since we don't know much about her people, she has some power witch he makes her hole planet disappear and not ever the Jedi can find it and you never see here again, because she sick of the war's and that's my two cents.

Lord Admiral Spawn


Trekkery

This USS excellent thing, I dunno, that rumor actually sounds like an interesting plot, but it bears an awful lot of similarities to Voyager (one ship, middle of nowhere...), and it kinda makes you wonder what would happen to the series when the reinforcements arrive.

Though, a new Bill and Ted movie...

Matt "lazy-ass college student" Hanyok


If Paramount goes through with the "Starfleet Academy" idea, it will be way past time to put a stake through the heart of this shambling, money-sucking, franchise monstrosity.

Steve


I know you've probably gotten a lot of letters like this, but hey, what's one more to the pile? I seriously doubt that Paramount is that dumb. In Voyager, DS9, TNG, and TOS, the main focus was on that ship or station. The first few seasons of the show would have to be crammed into a time period of six months. Then Starfleet arrives and the show is practically over since reinforcements have arrived. That would be a lot considering the type of species described. The focus on the USS Excellent (another dumb idea) would be almost completely lost. Just thought I'd put in my two cents.

Johnathan


Let's make this easy on everyone: Bring back Captain Sulu, and the voyages of the Excelsior. A well liked veteran character/actor. A mondo classed ship. . . Besides who else can wield a foil like a Jedi? :-)

The adventures could take place just after the movies. Klingons can still be a problem. Let's not forget the Orion pirates. Early Borg contacts? USS Excellent, Excelsior are yuppie names.

How about… USS Constellation, Constitution, Lexington. Hey, go back to your roots. What's old, is new again

Griff7777


Battlestar Galactica

I believe Richard's dream and his belief's both personally and professionally. For myself I am working on the publicity campaign for Richard's visit to Australia as a Freelance Media / Advertising /Promotions Consultant and will have the opportunity to catch up with him personally while he is here in my hometown of Brisbane.

Quite frankly as a Sci Fi fan as well, Richard is staying true to form, not copying an already successful idea or trying to go off on some completely different tangent. Very much like ST TNG and DS9, as well as the new Star Wars films. Richard is sticking to the status quo, sticking to the original story line that built Battlestar and allowing the new cast to interact with the old before the "Next Generation" of Battlestar characters evolves ensuring the continuation of the series for decades.

I have heard from many young fathers here in Australia, them talking to their sons telling them how they grew up on Battlestar, and how they are looking forward to taking them to see it as well, creating a whole new generation of fans and a passion for the show.

I wish Richard all the success in the world, both as a fan personally as well as professionally, and will do all in my power to assist him should the opportunity arise

Regards

Robert Watson


Battlestar Galactica? Oh good friggin grief. Get a grip people. That show sucked when it was on, it was a joke after it went off, and it's a thankfully dead relic now. Let the dead, rotting, maggot infested dog lie.

MiclizM


Dear Sir or Madam:

I just read the article "Battlestar Galactica Blasts Off" on you Web site (at http://scifi.ign.com/feature/2135.html) and I felt that I had to write.

Most readers like the idea of a new Battlestar Series. Lucifer is ready to return too.
After reading the following paragraph from the article, where Mr. Moyer indicates his feelings about Richard Hatch's efforts, my impression and feelings about him and the future of Battlestar Galactica fell through the floor.

"He doesn't have the rights," says Moyer. "He can't do anything. We own the rights. He can waste all his time. If he wants to waste his own money, he can do whatever he wants, but he's not allowed to do anything with the franchise. We own it."

What a jerk!!!

I am absolutely dumbfounded. I don't know or care why they can't or won't collaborate or why Mr. Moyer can't go ahead with a movie and let Mr. Hatch proceed with a new series for television. I guess their goals are simply too different. Mr. Moyer wants to create Wing Commander 2 and call it Battlestar Galactica and Mr. Hatch wants to create a follow-up to a remarkable series by continuing that series.

Now I have NO PLANS of going to see the Battlestar Galactica movie once it is released and if Mr. Moyer had a clue he'd understand that the ONLY chance that his movie has of being a success is if he remains true to the vision and intent of the original series. To make another flop like Wing Commander, but give it the name Battlestar Galactica would be a slap in the face of every fan and will destroy the franchise since no studio would be interested in producing a new series after a 50 million dollar disaster of the same name.

Finally, I do not believe that any future movie or series should even be called Battlestar Galactica if it doesn't have the original cast and themes.

Sincerely,

Alan Hall


Anakin-isms

[Last week Doran sent us twenty humorous possibilities for Anakin Skywalker. Here are some more, and an explanation as to where the list came from… --Tobor ]

Nope, four glasses of wine, half a mango, and one Valium (back problems) and I had my list. Ok ok, and way too much time on my hands but to prove I didn't rip it off some fan list here are some more.

21. Barry White (His voice is too cool for words. Plus it would make sense how Vader got that great deep booming voice later on. Come to bed my sweet sweet lady)

22. Cartman (ILM could make him look real. But Meh, I don't wanna go play with the other jedi's!)

23. Bill Gates (You know, this R2 unit would run much better with Windows-1232 (remember this is a galaxy long ago))

24. Little Taco Bell dog (I know my Godzilla promotion fell through but I promise to be cuter)

25. Tom Selleck (Hi, Magnum PI. Anyone wanna join the NRA?)

26. Jim Carrey (Walks into Jedi training center. Trips over robes, knocks Mace Windu down and cuts his head off. Big audience laugh)

27. Ross from Friends (Hey bebbe. Don't I look buff in a non-threatening, whiny sort of way)

28. Nathan Lane (I think it's time SW has a show stopping song and dance routine. Sung to Everythings Coming Up Roses:
Oh Obi Wan killed the fans fave
And the queen wants a date
She could be yours, should be yours
But my contract is iron clad
Just like my suit as Luke's dad)

29. Sly Stallone (Eh Adrien...I mean Amidala. I can't give you much but...hey did you know I was Rocky? I mean you are pretty young)

30. Finally Ellen Degeneris (as manly as a man. Yeah, Hi your Highness, over here. That's right. Wow when they said acting with a queen I didn't know it would be a real one)

Doran, an original

Forgive me for doubting your originality; no further demonstrations are needed. Or, in the words of health-fitness guru Susan Powter (whose URL www.susanpowter.com seems to have lapsed mysteriously):

"Stop the Insanity!"

--Tobor

Who Should Play Anakin?

Mark Hamill! That would be the best thing that Lucas could do. He has three Star Wars films under his belt, It would make sense that he would look like his kid and just about all the people on your list piss most guys off. Not a good thing for a Star Wars movie.

Lyle & Pat

That makes as much sense as paying good money to eat food in the dark.

--Tobor

I think it should be me! That's right, I should play Anakin. Just look at me. I'm perfect for the role.

If you saw pictures of me as a kid you'd see the incredible resemblance between Jake Lloyd and I. Oh well, even if I'm not picked for the part I'm still going to be in Episode 2 as I'm making my own. Check out the site for more info.

Francois

I think Lucas is looking for someone with just a little more experience.

--Tobor

Giles' New Girlfriend?

As Giles new girlfriend I must cast my vote for Joyce Summers. It's only right that she should be able to continue the fling without being under the influence of hexed candy. And as an added treat this would send Buffy into absolute tizzys. A double whammy for the Slayer - her mother and her watcher - together! I can hear her "eewwww" loud and clear.

Thank you for letting me add my two cents.

Sincerely,
Kimberly Linthicum


My mom and Giles? I am angry, hurt and ready for The Jerry Springer Show.
The only real choice for Giles's girlfriend is Joyce Summers, Buffy's mom. There is obviously an attraction between them or they wouldn't have been all over each other in the episode "Band Candy." But they're suited intellectually and emotionally as well. And the ensuing conflict (Buffy's reaction, the gang's reactions, Giles and Joyce's own reluctance to develop a relationship) would give plenty of material to sustain an entire season of subplots.

Finally, Kristine Sutherland and Anthony Head have one thing that most important in a romantic pairing for television: chemistry. Their scenes together always have the fans buzzing. They are talented, attractive actors who would add a strong dynamic to the series.

D.L. Solomon

Darn, and my heart was set on Seven of Nine as part of a new super Borg/Vampire/WWF crossover special.

--Tobor



send us letters

back to top | archive



Recent Headlines

TV: Trek Rumor Mill Heats Up - (9.13.99)
MOVIES: Et tu, Obi-Wan? - (9.13.99)
TV: New Sci-Fi Network Launches - (9.13.99)
TV: Sorbo Series Gets Go-Ahead - (9.13.99)
TV: Chris Carter Crossovers - (9.13.99)
TV/COMICS: Generation X Returns to TV - (9.13.99)
MOVIES: Pick An Anakin, Any Anakin - (9.13.99)
TV/CARTOONS: You Got the Touch! - (9.13.99)




Copyright Snowball.com