tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post2296612982884642654..comments2024-03-28T16:52:10.619-04:00Comments on Radiator Heaven: DVD of the Week: The Walking Dead: The Complete First SeasonJ.D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/11823190634186509982noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-22776718775146053632011-03-10T15:45:55.978-05:002011-03-10T15:45:55.978-05:00le0pard13:
Thanks, my friend! Yeah, this is a rea...le0pard13:<br /><br />Thanks, my friend! Yeah, this is a really nice DVD set - good extras and the transfers of the episodes is very nice indeed.<br /><br /><br />Brent:<br /><br />Having started to read the comic books, I think that Darabont and co. have done an admirable job adapting it. I can't wait for the next season.<br /><br />Thanks for letting me know about the contest! I've emailed ya.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08164105442273577128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-79623422056578566442011-03-10T12:47:25.743-05:002011-03-10T12:47:25.743-05:00Great post J.D. I've been a fan of the comic s...Great post J.D. I've been a fan of the comic since day one and was skeptical when I heard the TV treatment was coming, but I must say the show has been amazingly solid. True to the comic it's a people story in a zombie world which makes it work for many non zombie fans that I've talked to. <br /><br />BTW, you won my last free movie contest. Go here for the details. http://criminalmovies.blogspot.com/2011/02/criminal-movies-free-movies-contest.htmlINDBrenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11606473452389713844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-50249759442953309032011-03-09T21:09:12.563-05:002011-03-09T21:09:12.563-05:00This one is definitely in my shopping cart. I'...This one is definitely in my shopping cart. I've heard so many good things about this. Fine review, J.D. Thanks.le0pard13https://www.blogger.com/profile/09421175808461787862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-8658784229326719792011-03-09T10:02:11.349-05:002011-03-09T10:02:11.349-05:00The Sci-Fi Fanatic:
Yeah, I think people are hung...The Sci-Fi Fanatic:<br /><br />Yeah, I think people are hungry for shows that think a little outside the box and that are a little different as the major 3 networks seem simply content to crank out the same stuff. And anything different that does get out there doesn't last long. At least with a channel like AMC, a show like THE WALKING DEAD doesn't have to get huge numbers - alto, it does seem to be doing very well.<br /><br />And I also love THE MIST - thought it was a great film. Darabont attaching himself to THE WALKING DEAD was a smart move and really gives the show additional style and that something special.<br />The Sci-Fi Fanatic:<br /><br /><br />Ed Howard:<br /><br />I certainly agree that there is room for improvement. At times, like the season finale, there isn't enough interaction or encounters with the zombies but that is a minor quibble.<br /><br />I got into the comic book after the show and am working my way through the first 20+ issues and am enjoying it very much. It is interesting to see where the show has diverged and what they have incorporated.<br /><br />I agree that the Kirkman ep. was very strong. I also liked the "Guts" (same one?) one as well.<br /><br />It should be interesting to see where they take the show in the next season.<br /><br /><br />Ibetolis:<br /><br />Thanks for the comments. I think you will dig the show.<br /><br />Oh, and thanks for reminding me about adding your new blog to my Blog Roll. Consider it done!<br /><br /><br />The Film Connoisseur:<br /><br />The show is quite good, I think and I think Darabont and co. have really captured the spirit of Kirkman's comic book. I think it helps that they've kept him in the loop in regards to the show.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08164105442273577128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-74616927780664505892011-03-08T18:50:38.326-05:002011-03-08T18:50:38.326-05:00THis sounds awesome....thanks for the reminder, I ...THis sounds awesome....thanks for the reminder, I need to go rent it right now! I loved the first few issues of this comic, I only bought the first five I believe, but I love what I read! I hope it translates well on this series.Franco Macabrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10994905312221715861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-82831201656387837382011-03-08T16:09:08.211-05:002011-03-08T16:09:08.211-05:00Wish I could add more than 'I can't wait t...Wish I could add more than 'I can't wait to see this' but having not seen the programme yet; thank you Sky for not being able to put a satellite dish on my roof, I simply don't have the knowledge.<br /><br />However, along with Ed here, I'm a massive fan of the comics and wonder how the programme will fair alongside, especially as Ed points out when it comes to pace and story structure. Well, with the box set not released in UK until mid-May I'm going to have to wait a little longer as you've certainly whet my appetite. <br /><br />Whilst I'm at it, could I ask you change my blog link from Film for the Soul to By Kubrick's Beard? I need the traffic :) I forget how hard it is starting out from the beginning again.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00486052100017852523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-38063639911579885772011-03-08T11:31:24.748-05:002011-03-08T11:31:24.748-05:00This show was pretty good; at the very least it sh...This show was pretty good; at the very least it shows promise. I am a BIG fan of the Robert Kirkman comic on which it's based. The most interesting aspect of the comic, which you bring up here, was the ability to tell lengthy stories, to examine the slow evolution of characters over time along with their varying responses to the situation in the world. The comic is amazing at this, really delving into these characters and maintaining a sense of dread and terror that's been remarkably sustained for something like 70+ issues now.<br /><br />I'm less sold on the show at this point, even though it has the same potential to tell long-form, slowly evolving stories. It diverts from the comic in some potentially interesting ways, and the zombies and the gore are well-rendered and appropriately brutal, but thus far I'm not entirely convinced by the acting or the characterization. There's been too much reliance on stock types, and some unevenness in the performances, but also enough promising stuff to keep me watching and curious about where it's all heading.<br /><br />The episode that was actually written by Kirkman (the one that ends with that GREAT action scene in the camp) was a noticeable step up in quality from the rest of the season, too. I remember noting that it was especially great and then learning afterward that he wrote it, which made sense.Ed Howardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18014222247676090467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-85868357314888149032011-03-08T11:20:13.022-05:002011-03-08T11:20:13.022-05:00By the way, I was really pleased to see Frank Dara...By the way, I was really pleased to see Frank Darabont's involvement. I love his work. The Mist is a personal favorite and I loved the other three big films by this man! Wonderful work.SFFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04256589316922398158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5407391624985829089.post-31794418975620137652011-03-08T11:19:18.668-05:002011-03-08T11:19:18.668-05:00I must stop at Target!
Honestly. I don't thi...I must stop at Target!<br /><br />Honestly. I don't think I've been more excited about a series since your mention of series like Breaking Bad and The Shield. Great point about FX and AMC! HBO is generating some amazing stuff as always. Dexter is right there at the top as well.<br /><br />But since Dexter and Breaking Bad I'm really stoked to see this series.<br /><br />It sounds extremely short unfortunately, but thank you for your review J.D..<br /><br />I can't wait to pop it in!<br />Best,<br />SFFSFFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04256589316922398158noreply@blogger.com