Opened new viewing horizons!
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We love our Roku!  It allows us to stream good quality movies and TV from Netflix - better than via our TiVo, and it supports Amazon Prime streaming, which our TiVo didn't.  There's lots of other material available, including both free and purchasable items.  My husband loves being able to get free TED talks, for instance. The box itself is tiny, about palm size, so space isn't an issue.  It's very easy to set up and operate.  For less than $100 we think it's a bargain.
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I was flipping through channels recently and landed smack in the middle of an episode of "Farscape".  I had NO idea what was going on,and had never seen the show before, but the gist of the story and the depth of the characters instantly drew me in.  I purchased the box set, and I am so glad I did! This is one of the most creative, crazy, addicting Science Fiction shows ever made, and many of the CGI sequences have held up remarkably well.

But it's not the explosions, prosthetic alien makeup, or detailed sets and puppets (Yes, I said puppets, but these ain't your friendly Fraggles) that drive "Farscape"; it is the development and interactions between all the intriguing characters that will hook you.  At the crux of the tale is John Crichton, an astronaut who  accidentally arrives in a distant region of space after traversing a wormhole.  He immediately encounters a ship, a living ship (Think giant space whale) full of prisoners making their escape from a militaristic force called the Peacekeepers.  And the space odyssey begins in earnest!  Crichton works to simultaneously become accepted and useful to the outcast crew, and his ultimate goal of returning to Earth.

The characters in "Farscape" are not your typical sterile, static Sci-fi batch viewers are use to. They are a flawed, self-serving and pretty violent little band of misfits...but they each have redeeming qualities, and the more you watch them, the more you love them.  Each actor takes every opportunity to explore their character's facets, and they do a terrific job. The show is able to be dark and gritty, yet transition to comedic scenes seamlessly. And you really do forget the puppets are puppets. Trust me.

Another aspect of "Farscape" that MUST be mentioned is the romance between Crichton and Aeryn, a former Peacekeeper also stranded about the ship with the prisoners.  The relationship that builds between them is so deliciously complicated that I couldn't look away from any of their scenes together, afraid I'd miss some nuance or long look.  Seriously torturous! But the kind of torture you sorta like.  Ben Browder and Claudia Black have some serious chemistry, and it soooo drove many a "Farscape" story. They made me cry!  Like, multiple times.  Again, an unusual feat for traditional Science Fiction.

It is a shame that a show this cool was cancelled before its time. I think the writers and actors would've done justice to a 5th season.  There are many extras and commentaries that are worth a listen, as are the bloopers.  Lastly, if you get this box set and you are a new fan like me, go ahead and get the mini-series "The Peacekeeper Wars." Buy it before you finish the last episode of Season 4, or you're frelled, my friend.
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Can't wait for the next series!  Best program I have watched!
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My experience was as follows:

-"oh man I've been wanting to see this! woo hoo, watch now obvi duh"
- "love this visual thing they have omg yaaaassss"
- "what...what the...what the actual..."
- "what am I watching...."
- "maybe netflix will have something better to watch right now..."
- "WHAT THE ACTUAL F***"
- "ya'll need Jesus"
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Good show, something different for the mind!
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Enjoyed the first episode very much, looking for a late-evening, non-demanding show to watch. Thought the acting was good for the period and genre. Really fun to see an old Deborah Kerr (she's great), and a young Liam Neeson and Miranda Richardson. Looking forward to other episodes.
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Awesome show !  Discovery needs to bring it more !  Discs were very enjoyable
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24 brought to television a whole new perspective on a series drama that had never been seen before.  I was sad to see it end, and thought that the episodes that I had missed during their original airing were forever gone.  Thanks Amazon Prime for giving me a second chance to relive the excitement of this epic series.
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I was delighted with the first viewing of Quartet, and even more so with the next 3 viewings! I bought several copies for m y favorite "veiwing buddies".
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An amazing addition to my TV viewing.  I love it!
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To begin, I must compliment Sony for taking the initiative of releasing this program in full season DVD sets (as opposed to the unsettling trend of many companies to nickel and dime their customers with 3-episode releases).  That said this set represents the first ten episodes of the first season with three bonus episodes (13 total) across 2 discs.  Collectors looking for goodies will be a bit let down as there isn't even a DVD card enclosed in the set (although there is, strangely enough, an offer to order a subscription to Sports Illustrated Kids to make up for this).  Fortunately some sets do come packaged with a limited edition film cell shrink wrapped against the back of the case.

The story structure, for those unaware, is in my opinion what happens when you take a big budget, a whole host of talent, and have absolutely no story to tell. The presentation in this show is second to none, with backgrounds that are absolutely gorgeous! The problem is that the program, um, often tends to go nowhere. Each show consists of a fairly simplistic plot structure (someone gets kidnapped for example) and the heroes go off to rescue them. Fair enough I suppose but with visuals this compelling, this show could have been something very, very special.

About ten minutes of each 22-minute episodes focuses entirely on race segments, sword fighting, or intricate flying sequences, which further dilutes an already watered-down plot.  Don't get me wrong, these displays continue to dazzle time and time again, literally raising the bar for what is perceived possible in modern animation.

Individuals who enjoy Japanese animation (anime) or even recent domestic works (Justice League, Teen Titans, etc.) will likely long for a bit more character development/ interaction/ maturation as time goes on. Kids who happen to watch these types of shows simply for the visuals will find much to delight in here.  I found the set quite entertaining but stick to my assessment that anime-style writing coupled to this show's visuals could have been magnificent.
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I recently picked up the bluray release of Farscape and just last night finished the final episode of season four.  What is my opinion?

Stunning!

It's a show that is SO good that it could only be rivaled by the shame I feel for not checking it out sooner.  I have always known about Farscape, I caught parts of episodes from time to time but it was just so different from what I was into at the time that it didn't hook me, plus the opening music theme really didn't help.  I heard other web friends talking about how good it was and decided to give it another look, but waited for the bluray release.  The blurays look amazing, and they are packed with extras, and the art box looks very handsome on the prominent shelf on which it now rests.

As for the show, it was a joy.  I can now see a lot of what made this show great in subsequent shows that I enjoyed like the Battlestar Galactica re-imagining.  With Farscape it all comes down to character development (my favorite thing), and the interesting ways that the characters manage to worm or weasel their way out of the traps and unusual situations that they find themselves in.  It's a BIG adventure, with lots of great new faces from the Australian casting, beautiful sets, and some truly impressive creations from the Jim Henson Company.  If you can look past its minor flaws and inconsistencies (and they are usually minor) the character moments are VERY rewarding, especially in season 3.

Immediately after I finished the show I went on to Amazon and bought the sequel mini-series "The Peacekeeper Wars" to see what happens next, and will be checking out the continuations of the show in other formats.  I hope you don't wait like I did and check this show out today!!!
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It's nice to see some enthusiasm about the impending (Dec. 5th I believe) release of this series on DVD =)

I recently watched most of the episodes in brief and got hooked on them myself, although I never saw them as a child (born in '83, I guess I was just a little young).

These bonus features are going to rock guys, hope you're ready! =D
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The show was a good refresher, and opened a new understanding to the Space/Time continuum that I was unclear about.  I love the explanations, which were clear and  concise, the terms used were at a level that I could easily understand.  The graphics, photos, and pictures added a good visual aspect that greatly assisted in my understanding of the topic.  I love NOVA's topics of discussion, the narrators are superb, and the show is very professional presented as well as fun to watch.  Thank you for your time and dedication to bringing to us, the viewer, the latest research and theory about such an amazing topic!

Tony D. McDonald
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Finding out earlier this year that my beloved Dr. Kildare TV series was on DVD was a life-changer! Seriously -- I have been watching and binging on it for months now, and with 191 episodes total (in all five seasons), that is a lot of watching and binging! I haven't watched current TV for years, so this is really unusual for me. I am not sure I would recommend the series to anyone who didn't see it originally, or who didn't have a crush on Jim Kildare. It is quite dated in production values and hardly realistic, and OMG did women really wear those clothes and fussy hairdos and did men OD on Brylcream?  Cigarettes everywhere, even the doctors, even in the hospital rooms. Wow. But for almost every episode there is a memory for me beyond the cultural, something that is thrilling because it returns to me so vividly. It is not usually a plot point but rather an image, maybe a character's facial mole, or a particular garment, maybe a joke by Dr. Kildare, or words of wisdom from Dr. Gillespie, or a particular scene. Hey, I remember this! Suddenly I am a teenage girl watching the same episode. I distinctly remember how Dr. Kildare's direct gaze, honesty, kindness, courage to confront, and dedication to doing what was right, all inspired me to look for the same traits in myself and others. I must admit, that though I had a crush on Dr. Kildare those 50-some years ago, my crush this time is on Dr. Gillespie. Has any TV character ever been so wise or compassionate? I think not. And the reason I have chosen to write this review for the Fourth Season as opposed to the others, though they all have had me mesmerized, is that this season contains, for me, the best three minutes of the whole five seasons. The episode called "Music Hath Charms" (first episode on Disc Eight) is quite different from most episodes. It is mostly lighthearted, almost slapstick, as Dr. Kildare tries to produce a hospital talent show. Dr. Gillespie has been goaded by a dear friend into singing a song for it. Just before he goes on, he learns that this friend has unexpectedly and inexplicably died. He goes on anyway and the scene that follows is as poignant and moving as anything ever filmed. It solidified my love of this character. If for no other reason, buy this season for this one scene! (And in a later episode this season is the worst acting I have ever seen. Worth seeing for the incredulity. Honestly, I thought this gal was going to be diagnosed with a neurological disorder, she was so jerky, but no ...) This show is easy to watch, no commercial interruptions, no rapid-fire conversations that move the plot along, always a serious point and a worthwhile moral. Classic TV at its best.
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Amazing cast, cinematography and plot! LOVE this show.
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I decided to watch the first episode, not expecting very much, but I was truly surprised.
The staging and acting is wonderful and immerses the viewer into the period. I look forward to watching every episode.