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    Thread: This one is different
Post: RE: This one is different

The orderly lead him down a hall that felt oppressive and claustrophobic despite the wide hallways. Maybe it was the low ceiling and lower lights. He supposed it made sense to keep lights low to avoid...
Beto The Guardian 10 4,228 11-23-2022, 05:05 AM
    Thread: The Sandman
Post: RE: The Sandman

Yeah, I find that complaint ridiculous. I *LIKE* when the source material is respected. If it is even BETTER (*cough* watchmen squid ending *cough*) that's great. But i loved how faithful it was an...
Beto General Discussion 4 1,298 08-29-2022, 08:06 PM
    Thread: The Sandman
Post: RE: The Sandman

I've read some of the graphic novels. The Netflix series was absolutely incredible. Blew me away. As in, even if you *DO* choose to 'steal' from it (pay homage to , be inspired by ;-) ), it would b...
Beto General Discussion 4 1,298 08-29-2022, 06:01 PM
    Thread: Upgraded
Post: RE: Upgraded

you rox nox
Beto General Discussion 2 894 05-11-2022, 04:10 PM
    Thread: This one is different
Post: RE: This one is different

Beto scrubbed his hands through his hair. His eyes felt strained and tired. Not that he had stayed up particularly late. But it had been a hard night all the same. At least he'd shaved off the stubble...
Beto The Guardian 10 4,228 03-21-2022, 10:49 PM
    Thread: WoT on Prime Episode 4 SPOILERS
Post: RE: WoT on Prime Episode 4 SPOILERS

don't sweat it thal. I find myself thinking and analyzing these things over and over again. I love that this is all new again. Been a long time. (and now I need to get back to posting.)
Beto General Discussion 21 16,906 12-01-2021, 01:21 AM
    Thread: WOT on Prime
Post: RE: WOT on Prime

Thalia Wrote: (11-24-2021, 07:09 PM) -- From the ama with Rafe on reddit -- i saw this and I was tickled. I always wondered at the depiction of religion and "scripture" in WOT. It seemed so unquest...
Beto General Discussion 119 38,532 11-24-2021, 09:02 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Thalia Wrote: (11-24-2021, 08:18 PM) -- Glad I’m not the only one who doesn’t see Laila as a DF. I agree that people are looking for a “reason” to negate the blame in some way. It still annoys the he...
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-24-2021, 08:33 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Thalia Wrote: (11-24-2021, 05:49 PM) -- Thanks ck. Will read properly later. He STILL won't answer about Steve! lol -- What is this steve stuff? I am missing something.  He mentioned Saidin. ...
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-24-2021, 07:35 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Rafe is on Reddit at this moment answering questions (as of 11/24 10:32 MST). https://www.reddit.com/r/television/comments/r19e96/im_rafe_judkins_showrunner_and_executive_producer/ Already answ...
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-24-2021, 05:33 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Yeah, completely agree on the perfection of the TR and the single group blaming that went on. It wasn't realistic. I noticed it in book. Convenient scape goats. I've seen comments on how Abel Cauthon ...
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-24-2021, 03:45 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Nox Wrote: (11-24-2021, 12:52 PM) -- Side note:  Anyone notice Moiraine has the little man with crossed legs angreal in the very opening scene? -- I did notice the angreal. But I couldn't remember ...
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-24-2021, 03:05 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Heya Gio!!! awesome to see you. 10000000% agree. TV Mat is way better!
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-23-2021, 04:51 PM
    Thread: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!
Post: RE: WOT on Prime- Episode 1-3- Spoil Away!

Here is an episode review by a guy with no familiarity with the book His thoughts are really interesting and entertaining. For the episode 3, he is wondering about Aiel and who they- how they are so d...
Beto General Discussion 36 12,038 11-23-2021, 01:20 AM
    Thread: Bloody....Mary?
Post: RE: Bloody....Mary?

Her movements registered peripherally. The picking up of her wallet. The rapid fingers flashing. Maybe his mind was fuzzed over more than he realized. Or maybe the glint in her eyes promised him a ch...
Beto Red-light district 14 10,740 05-16-2020, 04:48 AM
    Thread: Bloody....Mary?
Post: RE: Bloody....Mary?

Despite the alcohol, his mind was clear...enough. Her eyes seemed to shift, as if they had acquired depth, inviting him in. The play of her tongue on her lips. The feel of her hand on his thigh. He...
Beto Red-light district 14 10,740 05-14-2020, 01:17 AM
    Thread: Bloody....Mary?
Post: RE: Bloody....Mary?

He wasn't drunk. Not in the conventional sense. It was not his way. But this woman wove words and movement as easily as he did. The body divorced from the mind. She had played to an audience too. He ...
Beto Red-light district 14 10,740 03-31-2020, 11:53 PM
    Thread: Potato game
Post: RE: Potato game

Methos is your last one
Beto General Discussion 13 8,217 03-26-2020, 12:01 AM
    Thread: WoT TV
Post: RE: WoT TV

She was terrifying in Gone Girl. But I also kept thinking, "What a bitch!" It was very well done. She will do great as Moiraine.
Beto General Discussion 54 36,989 10-03-2019, 05:06 PM
    Thread: WoT TV
Post: RE: WoT TV

Yeah, I see what you mean about the lighting and touch ups. He can do it. And as I said, he plays reserved pretty well. At least what was necessary for the character on Criminal Minds. So Lan coul...
Beto General Discussion 54 36,989 09-05-2019, 08:05 PM