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| Tweet Topic Started: Apr 17 2007, 03:09 PM (386 Views) | |
| HistoryDude | Apr 17 2007, 03:09 PM Post #1 |
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Shaken, not stirred...
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Was quite intrigued by this ep for the most part right up until the end. I enjoyed it as an examination between logic and emotion, and how they both apply to being in command of a situation that requires action - action of any sort. Sure, important for the overall development of Spock's character, but I think important to think about for anyone who is put in charge of something; and that can apply to all kinds of things. Also, towards the end, when it seemed as if their gamble in orbit might not pay off, is what so far has been the best line of Season 1 as I've been watching them lately: McCoy: Mr. Spock, you said a while ago that there were always alternatives. Spock: Did I? I may have been mistaken. McCoy: Well at least I lived long enough to hear that. :lol: However, my problem with the ep comes at the very end. For the entire show, they really made a point of illustrating how Spock's cold logic rubbed humans the wrong way - mainly in alluding to the decision of who would be left behind and in his seemingly uncaring attitude about the dead crewmen. However, at the end, it was all laughed off back on the bridge with the joke about him making such an "illogical" decision in dumping the shuttle's fuel. Just seemed way out of place to me, after the mood of the entire ep, and kind of ended with an abrupt 180 degree turn! Though I know the cheesy laughing seems to be a signature ending to many of the eps - at least the first season so far.
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| Fesarius | Apr 17 2007, 03:15 PM Post #2 |
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^^^ I don't enjoy that laughing either, but I do believe that Spock had exhausted all other possibilities, and that as a result, his decision was the only logical alternative left to him. I think Boma thought too highly of himself in this episode. I was quite pleased when McCoy (and then Scotty) put him in his place (in defense of Spock). It may be that his soon-to-be Land of the Giants fame was getting the better of him. BTW, I also liked the duality of the title of this episode. It's neat how it is spelled out as well (seven). And as always when it comes to Ambassadors, there is a 'poppin' J' on the Bridge to foul things up a bit. |
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| Coda | Apr 27 2007, 03:48 AM Post #3 |
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"We do not know that they are mere animals. They may well be capable of reasoning." "We know they're capable of killing." Boma reminded him. Spock looked at him. "If they are protecting themselves by their own lights.." "That is exactly what we would be doing!" Boma argued. Gaetano said, "The majority of us.." "I am not interested in the opinion of the majority, Mr. Gaetano!" It was the first time Spock had raised his voice. Now its unexpected sharpness came as a shock to all of them. So it had to be put into words of one syllable. But Spock was a master of primitive languages. "I am in command here, Mr Gaetano. The orders are mine to give, as the responsibilty is mine to take. Follow me." |
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| captain_proton_au | Apr 27 2007, 05:56 AM Post #4 |
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| Coda | Apr 27 2007, 07:24 AM Post #5 |
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And something else had seen Gaetano among the rocks. It aimed a large rock at his phaser, knocking it out of his hand. Terrified, he scrambled after it- and a spear hurled past him, striking the air between him and his weapon. He ran toward a rock crevice. It ended in a blank featureless dark wall. Trapped, he turned. The crevice entrance was blocked by a massive bulk, hairy, mass. The creature moved toward him. He screamed. It was Spock who found the dropped phaser. As he bent to retrieve it, he heard a snuffling, half growl, half grunt from the rocks ahead of him. Then there was silence.. McCoy and Boma climbed up to him. Spock extended his hand.. "Mr. Gaetano's phaser." |
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| Dr. Noah | Apr 28 2007, 02:18 AM Post #6 |
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Yeah, there was often an episode ending with an entire bridge crew belly laugh usually at Spock's expense. Maybe it's just 60's television, but it's a really goofy way to end an episode, especially one of significant meaning. Look at it this way, two or three people were killed in this episode if I remember right. I would think that would keep Kirk and crew from having a silly forced laugh at the end. |
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| HistoryDude | May 1 2007, 09:28 AM Post #7 |
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^^^ Concur. Over-all a great ep, though. |
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| Franko | May 1 2007, 08:30 PM Post #8 |
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Then again, there were some TOS eps that did sometimes end on an apprehensive and more serious note. One of the most moving endings I always liked was the final scene of "Requiem For Methuselah". Also, let's not forget that sometimes TNG episodes would end on a "happy" note even though there had been some tragedy. |
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| Fesarius | May 1 2007, 09:58 PM Post #9 |
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Most definitely. Charlie X comes to mind, as does Who Mourns For Adonais? "I wish we hadn't had to do that."
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