Stargate: Universe - possible spoilers

[Dangelus]

Episode 2 of the season was much better. Some powerful stuff. Hopefully this is a sign of good things to come.

[Feathers]

Episode 2 of the season was much better. Some powerful stuff. Hopefully this is a sign of good things to come.

So I've heard. I guess I'll wait for next week to see. (Hang on, I'm away for the back half of next week. Maybe the following weekend then :()

[X]

First episode aired over here last night.

I think it was OK and closed off last season just fine  but the whole cliffhanger thing is getting pretty old. They built up quite a head of steam at the end of season 1 and then pretty much resolved it all in an episode? Not really very likely and a bit of a let down in one sense.

Don't misunderstand me, the story was fine but I think it would have ended last season just as well as opening this one. From what I understand, the viewing figures were quite low so I'm not convinced the 'make them come back' arguement for the cliffhanger holds too much water anymore. (The change of night in the US probably didn't help either.)

I'm still excited to see it back and it was a well executed story, it's just that it closed off more than it opened up which wasn't what I wanted for a new season. (Yes, I know it's traditional - that's my point.)

It's still not completely resolved, but I do get what you're saying.

However, that's probably the biggest difference between the two sides on the pond in terms of television. Here, most shows end on a cliffhanger to leave the viewer wanting more. In my experience, few brit shows end in the cliffhanger and are presented as one complete series. I was actually shocked to see how many things didn't get wrapped up with this series of Being Human and the cliffhangers they left.

As for the change in night, it was probably the best thing to happen to the show. Friday night is usually the place where good shows go to die on most networks. Too many people are assumed to not being home for Friday night television.

I think the biggest change for me with this series compared to the last few is the drama. There is far less action and more character moments on this new Stargate than any of the others. I don't know if I love that yet, but I am liking the show.

[Rico]

As far as the cliffhanger ending, I think they were renewed earlier on so that was all planned out.  Cliffhanger type endings have become pretty typical.  Whether you like them or not, it's just the way it is.  I didn't have too much of a problem with that.  I'm getting more and more into this series as time goes on.  Episode two of season two was very intense.  They sure are not letting up on these people aboard Destiny.  Looking forward to seeing what's in store for them next.

[Feathers]

Episode two was very good and appears to be taking the series in a direction I e been wanting to see it go. They've obviously set something up for episode three too (which you'll have all seen by now) so I'm really looking forward to seeing where they tale it.

[Rico]

Just watched the third episode of season three.  Very cool stuff.  Don't want to say too much but I'm really enjoying the season a lot so far.  Some good stories and great character stuff too.  :)

[Feathers]

Just caught that over here now too. It's looking to me like SGU has found firm footing already this year.

I doubt this particular storyline is finished with either which is good news since I always prefer small arcs than standalone episode.

[Rico]

Really enjoying the season of SGU so far.  The last few episodes have been very powerful stuff.  The characters are getting more and more complex and the show is just working great I think.  Check this series out if you haven't yet.  Well worth it.

[Feathers]

Preaching to the choir! ;)

The last one or two have really picked up the pace or at least changed the direction of progress. I'm fascinated to see where it goes fom here.

[Rico]

Preaching to the choir! ;)

The last one or two have really picked up the pace or at least changed the direction of progress. I'm fascinated to see where it goes fom here.

What episode of season two are you at?  The most recent one aired here was episode #8 called "Malice" that involved Simeon.

[Feathers]

Episode before you. I think we get Malice on Tuesday night.

The last episode we saw closed with him shutting a door.

[Rico]

Episode before you. I think we get Malice on Tuesday night.

The last episode we saw closed with him shutting a door.

Ahh, gotcha.  Not going to say anything except I think the next episode for you might be one of the series best.  The actors just are awesome in it!

[Feathers]

Apparently the spoilers shown in the US the week before well and truly spoiled Malice but I don't think we got those over here so I'm still running on guesswork as to quite what happens.

[Rico]

I tend not to watch next episode previews for certain TV shows.  They give away too much.  And I don't need to be teased to come back each week if I enjoy a series.

[Feathers]

One episode left (for me) and then the long mid-season sleep.

I hope the last episode is a good one but, ultimately, splitting the season can only work against a show in the long run.

The episode we saw last night [spoiler]seemed to be a bit of something and nothing. It effectively closed down the story of the 'obelisk planet' but I'm not sure whether it took us anywhere important in terms of the main storyline.

It was certainly well played as I only realised we'd seen no real hazard to the crew once it was over and I was looking back. Normally an episode like that (done boringly) would have given me itchy feet.

I wonder if the main point of the episode was for Destiny's quest to be given a vote of confidence by the returning crew members?[/spoiler]

Again, I'm still a week behind the US so I haven't seen everything yet.