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Sci-Fi era had a flimsy ongoing plot, but even that was abandoned once they set up Castle Forrester. Other than that the only real continuity episodes are Joel's last and Mike's first.
How much of a chance do you guys think we have of getting 12 episodes? I don't follow many Kickstarters, but I think with a couple more solid announcements, rewards and a good Turkey Day it might be doable. Or just one mega-nerd millionaire.
What films will they be lampooning? Will they still be unknown B-flicks, or is there the possibility of them upgrading to more contemporary fare? Not Twilight or Titanic, but something more along the lines of Boxing Helena or Waterworld.
I'm assuming the new season will release in Feb 2017, since that's the estimated delivery date for all the rewards.So far I like everything I've seen regarding the new cast/chemistry/comedy. It seems like everybody's heart is in the right place. Hoping we can break that $5 mil barrier but if not at least we'll get something. And the shows don't take too awful long to produce so we probably won't have to wait forever either.
Sweet!So they've hit the 2.75m 72 hour goal, so that's another 3 classic episodes for everyone $35 and above.
Waterworld was huge prior to its release though, massive budget and all. Sure it 'bombed', but to say it wasn't a blockbuster?But Waterworld was never a blockbuster. Another example is Showgirls. I think everyone involved in that film admits that it was a clusterfuck of a film and yet they've since gone with the flow.
Is this a show where you start from the beginning if you've never seen anything from it before?
No, you could theoretically watch the episodes in any order but some are better then others.
I would recommend starting with one of their more fun episodes like The Day the Earth Froze or Mitchel (but that one is a bit lore heavy)
You should be able to find the full episodes on youtube.
In theory, watching a Joel-hosted episode, then watch Mitchell, then watch a Mike-hosted episode from a season other than 5, would give you a good idea of how the show feels.
In theory, watching a Joel-hosted episode, then watch Mitchell, then watch a Mike-hosted episode from a season other than 5, would give you a good idea of how the show feels.
I was already kind of on the fence about this but Felicia Day is enough for me to bow out. Have fun with this guys, I hope you enjoy it.
Where, for the best results, "a Mike-hosted episode from a season other than 5" is "Space Mutiny"
Really? From the VT I have to say she wasn't quite playing the character how I was expecting, and I liked what she did with it. In, admittedly, the twenty or so seconds we got of it.
I didn't watch the VT. If I'm being honest, I'll still give this a chance when it comes out. But I dislike her quite a bit, so it will be hard to not be biased. It would take a crazy good performance to win me over.
What is it about that everyone dislikes so much?
What is it about that everyone dislikes so much?
In theory, watching a Joel-hosted episode, then watch Mitchell, then watch a Mike-hosted episode from a season other than 5, would give you a good idea of how the show feels.
Probably Laser Blast or something.
Is this a show where you start from the beginning if you've never seen anything from it before?
I can't speak for everyone. But for me, it's that she plays the exact same role in everything I've seen her in. That socially awkward, cute-but-doesn't-see-it, unconfident, nerdy girl.
You should watch the second video on the page where she's in character. It's not the typical sexy dork she always ends up playing. Like, at all.I can't speak for everyone. But for me, it's that she plays the exact same role in everything I've seen her in. That socially awkward, cute-but-doesn't-see-it, unconfident, nerdy girl. I've come to dislike her delivery a lot because there's no depth or nuance to it. It's like she just plays herself in every role. Basically I'm sick of her schtick.
I have a similar problem with Jack Black. That's not to say these actors don't have any sort of range (well in Day's case, I've never seen any), it's just that most of their usual performances don't show that off. I'm not seeing a character at that point, I'm seeing that person. And it breaks my sense of immersion.
Now am I watching MST3K for immersion? No, and I could easily just skip past the story bits with her. But the truth is there's a greater than good chance that while watching, she's won't be Dr. Forester's daughter to me, but Felicia Day. And that's why I'd prefer an unknown in the role.
You should watch the reveal vid. I've never gotten enough exposure of her to know her schtick but that character you described does not reflect what I saw in the video.I can't speak for everyone. But for me, it's that she plays the exact same role in everything I've seen her in. That socially awkward, cute-but-doesn't-see-it, unconfident, nerdy girl. I've come to dislike her delivery a lot because there's no depth or nuance to it. It's like she just plays herself in every role. Basically I'm sick of her schtick.
Did you see her casting reveal video?
Everything hinges on Turkey Day tomorrow. The results should give a good indication of how the 2nd marathon should go as well, and what the final episode tally might be.
Just watched the update.
She's definitely not playing Felicia Day. But I don't like it regardless. I guess it's possible I'm biased.
But whatever, I can fast fwd past her.
Funny enough, most people I talk to who aren't diehards and liked the program in its heyday hated the segments the most.
I'll admit to being both a huge MST3K fan and someone who has yet to pledge anything (mostly procrastinating). This new tier is definitely something I could get behind, though.New update up. Most notably, new reward tier ($85), containing all the (however-many) new episodes delivered digitally, so no physical items, no postage. Some other extra tiers coming soon, but they're very high-end (the *cheapest* is $847), and new slots in previously-limited tiers.
I would say I'm somewhere below a "diehard", but I'm a pretty big fan of the actual riffing. I despise Joel in segments, but I like Dr Forester. I like Mike, but I despise Pearl entirely. There's always something that makes me want to just skip to the movie stuff. Now that something will be the new villain. It's just the way it is I guess.
That said, if they can come simply come close to some of my favorites, like Space Mutiny, Mitchell, Boggy Creek 2, Merlin's Shop, Prince of Space, Teenage Strangler, it won't matter and I'll be a happy camper. It's honestly going to be all about the movie selection and the writing.
Anyone going to do a Turkey Day OT?
I'm on mobile at the moment but you can watch it on YouTube and bringbackmst3k.com. Streaming on all your favorite devices.When does the marathon start/where can you watch it?
I'm wondering if it'll be available outside the US. I haven't been able to find the channel on pluto.tv from in the UK
When does the marathon start/where can you watch it?
Honestly I think 'modern' b-movies aren't worth riffing on, actors don't seem to have that 'i really don't care about this at all' vibe that they did in classic b-movies.
Already made!Anyone planning on making a Turkey Day Marathon thread?