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 45th Anniversary rewatch - B2 Shadow
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| trevor travis |
Posted on 01-04-2023 16:36
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The episode: Barney Two - Shadow (Carry On Space Mafia) The date: Tuesday, April 11th, 2023 The time: 7.45pm UK time In which there’s so much going on in a terrific episode. The major two plot strands are Blake finding himself on the wrong side of morality and not giving a jot about it; and a malign influence taking over Orac. While this is going on, Vila has the thrill and hangover of a lifetime, and will be lucky to finish the episode with his teeth intact and not part of a necklace. Episode in a word: Moon-discs! Characters to cheer: Gan, for showing that he has a conscious and there are levels he would prefer not to stoop to, such as getting caught up with the Space Mafia. Of course, Blake dismisses his arguments and pushes on regardless. In some ways, it’s a precursor of what happens again in three episodes’ time, this time with tragic consequences. Oh, and also Cally, for regaining much of her original spirit here – especially when she holds Space City to ransom to free the others. It’s great to see these two characters given something a bit more meaty to do, at last. Bravo Chris Boucher! Character to boo: Sorry, Vila, while I think you’re terrific, this is not your finest hour – the blame for Hanna’s death lays firmly at your door. Avon/Cally ‘Shipping Alert: “Whose is this?” demands Avon. He stops in his tracks when he finds out the Moon Disc belongs to Cally. Is Soolin looking lovely this week?: Yes. Recognisable Face: Karl Howman (Bek) played Jacko the painter, the lead character in the 1980s sitcom Brush Strokes. It was actually a pretty decent comedy, although it went on for a few series too long. Best exchange: Lots of brilliant dialogue in this one, but it’s impossible to ignore: VILA: “Where are all the good guys?” BLAKE: “You could be looking at them.” AVON: “What a very depressing thought.” Blake's 7 will return… Carry on Mister Smooth Vote Og.
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| Brad |
Posted on 07-04-2023 01:23
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 Look, Cally, it's not my fault your pet moon disk is drunk. I thought it was a coaster. I put my lager on it and the little bugger scarpered. . .  Cockatoo? What Cockatoo? I don't see a Cockatoo! |
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| Joe Dredd |
Posted on 07-04-2023 01:55
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We never see the moon disk again. Which one of the crew turned it into shadow to feed their secret addiction? |
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| Joe Dredd |
Posted on 07-04-2023 01:57
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Degrees of separation. Drugs to B7. |
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| Lorna |
Posted on 10-04-2023 12:00
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I won't be with you for this one as it is my Garden Club meeting. So have fun everyone. I will catch up afterwards!
I look behind me, what do I see? A pair of golden wings seem to be attached to me.
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| Paula |
Posted on 10-04-2023 21:15
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I won't be with you for this one as it is my Garden Club meeting. So have fun everyone. I will catch up afterwards! Are they going to have a talk on growing Moon Discs? Resist the Host
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| OracVZen |
Posted on 11-04-2023 10:56
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I won't be with you for this one as it is my Garden Club meeting. So have fun everyone. I will catch up afterwards! Going to miss you Lorna I plan to live forever,or die trying.
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| Hugbot |
Posted on 11-04-2023 13:15
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| littlesue |
Posted on 11-04-2023 14:48
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Well, Mr Huggy, that cheered me up! I'm sitting here wet through after spending at least 3 hours putting together the components of a new shed. one lot of wall panels up and then the rain came. Just hope the forecast gales don't send the panels hurtling over to you! Cold! You don't know the meaning of the word cold! Cold is when you have ice on the INSIDE of your window!! Sue's Book Shelf https://www.mediafire.com/folder/z1xg...Zine_Shelf Rebel Run Video https://youtu.be/8prqS-XZtLo |
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| Lorna |
Posted on 11-04-2023 15:04
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Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! 
I look behind me, what do I see? A pair of golden wings seem to be attached to me.
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| OracVZen |
Posted on 11-04-2023 16:52
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Evening,I won't be able to join you tonight,feel fluy so have early night,try and make Thursday Gonna miss you all P.s. one of my favourite episodes. Edited by OracVZen on 11-04-2023 17:46 I plan to live forever,or die trying.
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| Brad |
Posted on 11-04-2023 17:31
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Take my pick? I'll have the SHADO with Gabrielle Drake. 
. . Cockatoo? What Cockatoo? I don't see a Cockatoo! |
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| littlesue |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:31
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Just getting ready. Tea, Biccies and some Salted Caramel Choco Thins like Pringle shaped. Oh yes, and my nice blue Snuggy cos it is quite cold in this 'ere 'all.
Cold! You don't know the meaning of the word cold! Cold is when you have ice on the INSIDE of your window!! Sue's Book Shelf https://www.mediafire.com/folder/z1xg...Zine_Shelf Rebel Run Video https://youtu.be/8prqS-XZtLo |
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| OneSparePart |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:36
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Look, Cally, it's not my fault your pet moon disk is drunk. I thought it was a coaster. I put my lager on it and the little bugger scarpered. That explains why we never see it again. Hiding away with an intergalactic hangover... Silflay hraka, u embleer rah!
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| M1795537OCVirn |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:37
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Hello all, and hope you've had a great weekend, whether it was Ramadan, Easter or Pesach ...or just a weekend. We'll miss you, Lorna and OracvZen! Hope you can be back with us next time. "You're not sulking, I hope?"
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| OneSparePart |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:38
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Although you forgot Hank Marvin and his band... Silflay hraka, u embleer rah!
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| Hugbot |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:39
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Evening all!  Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! I'm glad that it was recognisable. I couldn't find a single episode that gave me a clear view of these critters. |
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| OneSparePart |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:42
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Evening all! Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! I'm glad that it was recognisable. I couldn't find a single episode that gave me a clear view of these critters. You've no need to worry on that score, Huggy. Instantly recognisable. I am still quaking in my teddy bear slippers.... Silflay hraka, u embleer rah!
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| Lurena |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:42
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Good evening everybody! Pity we have to miss Lorna... *No, I am not. I am not expendable, I'm not stupid, and I'm not going.*
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| Lurena |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:43
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Evening all! Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! I'm glad that it was recognisable. I couldn't find a single episode that gave me a clear view of these critters. You've no need to worry on that score, Huggy. Instantly recognisable. I am still quaking in my teddy bear slippers.... Hèh hèh... I just logged in and recognised it too Huggy! LOL! *No, I am not. I am not expendable, I'm not stupid, and I'm not going.*
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| Hugbot |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:43
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Evening all! Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! I'm glad that it was recognisable. I couldn't find a single episode that gave me a clear view of these critters. You've no need to worry on that score, Huggy. Instantly recognisable. I am still quaking in my teddy bear slippers.... Ah, so you are a Roj Bear fan? |
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| Paula |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:43
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Hello all.
Resist the Host
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| Lurena |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:44
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Evening all! Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! I'm glad that it was recognisable. I couldn't find a single episode that gave me a clear view of these critters. You've no need to worry on that score, Huggy. Instantly recognisable. I am still quaking in my teddy bear slippers.... Ah, so you are a Roj Bear fan? Who is not? He is irresistible! *No, I am not. I am not expendable, I'm not stupid, and I'm not going.*
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| OneSparePart |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:44
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Evening all! Love the Babylon 5 Reference!! I'm glad that it was recognisable. I couldn't find a single episode that gave me a clear view of these critters. You've no need to worry on that score, Huggy. Instantly recognisable. I am still quaking in my teddy bear slippers.... Ah, so you are a Roj Bear fan? I wuv Roj xxxx Silflay hraka, u embleer rah!
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| trevor travis |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:45
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STARTED! Soolin is looking lovely this week. Vote Og.
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| Lurena |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:46
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Started! With a nice view on Space City! *No, I am not. I am not expendable, I'm not stupid, and I'm not going.*
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| OneSparePart |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:46
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STARTED! Soolin is looking lovely this week. But not so much the Beano dreamheads Silflay hraka, u embleer rah!
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| M1795537OCVirn |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:46
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Someone actually worked for days making that 'sculpture' in the opening bit.
"You're not sulking, I hope?"
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| Hugbot |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:47
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Someone described Largo's sculptures as a combination of intestines and mutated moon discs  ... sounds disgusting but rather fitting. |
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| Lurena |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:47
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Space City, what's in the name...Space Cake... and more...
*No, I am not. I am not expendable, I'm not stupid, and I'm not going.*
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| trevor travis |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:47
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Shadow looks like a large marble.
Vote Og.
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| Paula |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:47
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Someone actually worked for days making that 'sculpture' in the opening bit. I was just thinking to myself, what a ugly piece of junk that is. Resist the Host
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| Brad |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:47
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Chris Boucher is a master of exposition.
. . Cockatoo? What Cockatoo? I don't see a Cockatoo! |
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| Paula |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:48
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Shadow looks like a large marble. Or one of those bath oil thingies you let dissolve in the tub. Resist the Host
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| trevor travis |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:49
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Libby in the window!
Vote Og.
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| Hugbot |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:50
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Everyone at their work stations, and Blake lounging on the sofa. What a leader! |
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| trevor travis |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:50
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Vila's getting a little too excited!
Vote Og.
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| Brad |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:50
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Space City.... This is what happens when you let readers of The Times name your state of the art space station.
. . Cockatoo? What Cockatoo? I don't see a Cockatoo! |
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| Lurena |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:50
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Vila, Avon and Blake have the best lines right at the start. Mr Boucher must have had a lot of fun writing them.
*No, I am not. I am not expendable, I'm not stupid, and I'm not going.*
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| Paula |
Posted on 11-04-2023 18:50
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The scene with Bek and Hanna talking- I'm sure they used the scenery in Doctor Who- Ark in Space or something like that.
Resist the Host
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