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 Rewatch Downunder: C7 Children of Auron - Saturday 13th August
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:16
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Avon is right, but he is being very unattractively cold-blooded in this episode. A little sympathy for Cally would not go amiss, I feel. Revenge for her earlier 'fondness for him' comment? Both feel like part of an ongoing quarrel that we are only seeing part of. Did it start in 'The Keeper'? They had quite a marital over blasting Travis' ship. Perhaps after 'Countdown'? Cally might have had hopes of a relationship, that were dashed by his obviously still having a thing for Anna. That might be behind her anger at his revenge project here. |
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:17
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. At least we had a location visit years ago, while it was still intact! In fact, it was still Leeds Polytechnic at the time, before it was renamed 'University of...' There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:17
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. I was just about to say that if this is the UEA, I never saw that building when I was there. But that explains it. But where is the place they are all climbing over - that looks more like a hydroelectric plant or something? |
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:18
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. At least we had a location visit years ago, while it was still intact! In fact, it was still Leeds Polytechnic at the time, before it was renamed 'University of...' Ah, not UEA? Leeds Beckett? |
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| M1795537OCVirn |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:19
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Not looking forward to the end of this ep - the WORST 'humorous' last line of all.
"You're not sulking, I hope?"
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:19
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Avon is right, but he is being very unattractively cold-blooded in this episode. A little sympathy for Cally would not go amiss, I feel. Revenge for her earlier 'fondness for him' comment? Both feel like part of an ongoing quarrel that we are only seeing part of. Did it start in 'The Keeper'? They had quite a marital over blasting Travis' ship. Perhaps after 'Countdown'? Cally might have had hopes of a relationship, that were dashed by his obviously still having a thing for Anna. That might be behind her anger at his revenge project here. This may be the first time she's heard of Anna, though. I don't think Avon told anybody about his conversation with Del Grant - certainly not Blake, and very doubtful if he'd have shared with anyone else. There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:20
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The racial thing is probably unintentional (although an interesting sideline worth exploring further) and merely reflects the UK population/pool of available actors in the 70's. Absolutely. Plenty of 'differently-coloured' actors had appeared on the TV and in film in the UK before the late '70s. Maybe it was the casting director's choice. Ric Young had already appeared in several things. Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:20
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. I was just about to say that if this is the UEA, I never saw that building when I was there. But that explains it. But where is the place they are all climbing over - that looks more like a hydroelectric plant or something? Yes, that's a different location in Yorkshire, by a reservoir. Can't remember what it's called. There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:20
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The racial thing is probably unintentional (although an interesting sideline worth exploring further) and merely reflects the UK population/pool of available actors in the 70's. Oh yes, this was very much a headcanon explanation of something that is easily explained in real life by casting practices - and the increasing employment of ethnic minority actors over the period covered by the series. |
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:21
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. I was just about to say that if this is the UEA, I never saw that building when I was there. But that explains it. But where is the place they are all climbing over - that looks more like a hydroelectric plant or something? Yes, a dam. Don't remember which one. Travisina? Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| M1795537OCVirn |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:22
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. I was just about to say that if this is the UEA, I never saw that building when I was there. But that explains it. But where is the place they are all climbing over - that looks more like a hydroelectric plant or something? Thrusscross Reservoir "You're not sulking, I hope?"
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:22
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Poor old Deral. He doesn't deserve it.
Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:22
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Avon is right, but he is being very unattractively cold-blooded in this episode. A little sympathy for Cally would not go amiss, I feel. Revenge for her earlier 'fondness for him' comment? Both feel like part of an ongoing quarrel that we are only seeing part of. Did it start in 'The Keeper'? They had quite a marital over blasting Travis' ship. Perhaps after 'Countdown'? Cally might have had hopes of a relationship, that were dashed by his obviously still having a thing for Anna. That might be behind her anger at his revenge project here. This may be the first time she's heard of Anna, though. I don't think Avon told anybody about his conversation with Del Grant - certainly not Blake, and very doubtful if he'd have shared with anyone else. He did tell Blake - at the end of the episode Blake asks about it, and Avon snubs him. It is the sort of thing I could imagine getting about. |
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:23
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Planet Khaaaaaaaaaaan!
There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:23
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. I was just about to say that if this is the UEA, I never saw that building when I was there. But that explains it. But where is the place they are all climbing over - that looks more like a hydroelectric plant or something? Thrusscross Reservoir What a wonderfully Wuthering Heights name. |
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:23
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Yes, it's a fairly tasteless joke, but that's a the nature of gallow's humour.
Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:25
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Avon is right, but he is being very unattractively cold-blooded in this episode. A little sympathy for Cally would not go amiss, I feel. Revenge for her earlier 'fondness for him' comment? Both feel like part of an ongoing quarrel that we are only seeing part of. Did it start in 'The Keeper'? They had quite a marital over blasting Travis' ship. Perhaps after 'Countdown'? Cally might have had hopes of a relationship, that were dashed by his obviously still having a thing for Anna. That might be behind her anger at his revenge project here. This may be the first time she's heard of Anna, though. I don't think Avon told anybody about his conversation with Del Grant - certainly not Blake, and very doubtful if he'd have shared with anyone else. He did tell Blake - at the end of the episode Blake asks about it, and Avon snubs him. It is the sort of thing I could imagine getting about. Yeah, what I meant was that he snubbed Blake and didn't 'tell him about Anna'. But I suppose Avon having feelings would seem quite novel and interesting to the rest of the crew. There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:25
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 Planet Khaaaaaaaaaaan! |
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:26
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The Federation blows up that university building some time before it gets bulldozed for real. I was just about to say that if this is the UEA, I never saw that building when I was there. But that explains it. But where is the place they are all climbing over - that looks more like a hydroelectric plant or something? Thrusscross Reservoir What a wonderfully Wuthering Heights name. Thanks, MsVirn, I couldn't remember. And yes - a very Bronte-esque name! There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:26
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Avon is right, but he is being very unattractively cold-blooded in this episode. A little sympathy for Cally would not go amiss, I feel. Revenge for her earlier 'fondness for him' comment? Both feel like part of an ongoing quarrel that we are only seeing part of. Did it start in 'The Keeper'? They had quite a marital over blasting Travis' ship. Perhaps after 'Countdown'? Cally might have had hopes of a relationship, that were dashed by his obviously still having a thing for Anna. That might be behind her anger at his revenge project here. This may be the first time she's heard of Anna, though. I don't think Avon told anybody about his conversation with Del Grant - certainly not Blake, and very doubtful if he'd have shared with anyone else. He did tell Blake - at the end of the episode Blake asks about it, and Avon snubs him. It is the sort of thing I could imagine getting about. Yeah, what I meant was that he snubbed Blake and didn't 'tell him about Anna'. But I suppose Avon having feelings would seem quite novel and interesting to the rest of the crew. I think it would. |
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:27
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Yes, it's a fairly tasteless joke, but that's a the nature of gallow's humour. But the usual reaction to tasteless jokes would be a groan, or 'tut-tut, that wasn't nice, was it?' rather than full blown hilarity? There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:28
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Can't remember the name of the fanfic I mentioned earlier. I know Patar is the only one left of the original group. Must see if I can find it. It's definitely a PGP. I'm busy wrangling fanzines at the moment having nowhere really to put the huge pile presently acting as a door stop. Might be able to find the story based on what last managed to squeeze into the cupboard. Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:30
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Not my favourite ep by any means, but it was great watching it in company! Hope to be over my own plague by next week. Take care and stay safe, everyone - and get well soon to all those who are poorly! There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| M1795537OCVirn |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:31
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Oh, well. Back to real life. At least I can feel virtuous about the redecorating I started yesterday - I'm off to see if the paint has dried on the radiator. WARNING: KITTENS ARE NO HELP WITH EITHER PAINT OR HONEY. Lovely to have you back, Obsidian. Missed you!. Hope everyone has a great week and comes back ready for the emotional trauma that is 'Rumours'. Cheers. "You're not sulking, I hope?"
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:31
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The next generation of Auronar is part of the vast and baggy PGP that I have been writing for years now. I live in hopes of one day finishing it - and cutting it down to a readable length - but real life keeps getting in the way, alas. |
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:31
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Yes, it's a fairly tasteless joke, but that's a the nature of gallow's humour. But the usual reaction to tasteless jokes would be a groan, or 'tut-tut, that wasn't nice, was it?' rather than full blown hilarity? All the singletons are having a laugh at the idea of dealing with so many children. Hilarity, rather than creeping around trying not to offend anyone, especially not Cally, I imagine would be the natural response, quite simply as a point of relief. If Cally were there, I don't think they would have done it Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:32
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Not one of my favourite episodes either, but more fun watched in company. Thanks for the rewatch, everyone, and see you next week! |
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:33
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Not my favourite ep by any means, but it was great watching it in company! Hope to be over my own plague by next week. Take care and stay safe, everyone - and get well soon to all those who are poorly! It's not my favourite ep. either, but I find Gingka refreshing because he's so well-played. You take care Travisina. Let everyone else do some running around for a change. Hugs xx Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:34
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Yes, it's a fairly tasteless joke, but that's a the nature of gallow's humour. But the usual reaction to tasteless jokes would be a groan, or 'tut-tut, that wasn't nice, was it?' rather than full blown hilarity? All the singletons are having a laugh at the idea of dealing with so many children. Hilarity, rather than creeping around trying not to offend anyone, especially not Cally, I imagine would be the natural response, quite simply as a point of relief. If Cally were there, I don't think they would have done it I agree - and perhaps an element of letting off steam while she isn't there and they don't have to be careful. |
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:35
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Hope everyone is feeling better by next week! |
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:36
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The next generation of Auronar is part of the vast and baggy PGP that I have been writing for years now. I live in hopes of one day finishing it - and cutting it down to a readable length - but real life keeps getting in the way, alas. The Next Generation... You know the title already. 
Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:39
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Oh, well. Back to real life. At least I can feel virtuous about the redecorating I started yesterday - I'm off to see if the paint has dried on the radiator. WARNING: KITTENS ARE NO HELP WITH EITHER PAINT OR HONEY. Lovely to have you back, Obsidian. Missed you!. Hope everyone has a great week and comes back ready for the emotional trauma that is 'Rumours'. Cheers. It was great to meet you MSVirn. Have fun with the redecorating. And you're right, kittens are absolutely no help in a lot of things, including photographing jewellery, painting and honey. Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:42
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The next generation of Auronar is part of the vast and baggy PGP that I have been writing for years now. I live in hopes of one day finishing it - and cutting it down to a readable length - but real life keeps getting in the way, alas. The Next Generation... You know the title already. Actually, yes. Unofficially, it is 'Blake's 7: the Next Generation' - which shows you how long ago I started writing it . . . |
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| Travisina |
Posted on 13-08-2022 10:43
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The next generation of Auronar is part of the vast and baggy PGP that I have been writing for years now. I live in hopes of one day finishing it - and cutting it down to a readable length - but real life keeps getting in the way, alas. It can join my PGP Jenna novella, started during (and inspired by) a temp job I had in 2012...
There is no point being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes
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| Obsidian |
Posted on 13-08-2022 11:29
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The next generation of Auronar is part of the vast and baggy PGP that I have been writing for years now. I live in hopes of one day finishing it - and cutting it down to a readable length - but real life keeps getting in the way, alas. The Next Generation... You know the title already. Actually, yes. Unofficially, it is 'Blake's 7: the Next Generation' - which shows you how long ago I started writing it . . .
Don't philosophise at me you electronic moron.
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| AnneArthur |
Posted on 16-08-2022 18:55
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The next generation of Auronar is part of the vast and baggy PGP that I have been writing for years now. I live in hopes of one day finishing it - and cutting it down to a readable length - but real life keeps getting in the way, alas. It can join my PGP Jenna novella, started during (and inspired by) a temp job I had in 2012... |
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