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As some of you will be aware from this thread (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=35429.0), AVPGalaxy members will now be up for interviews which will be posted in this thread, if they agree to do them.
Each interview will consistist of 11 standard questions that everyone will get, and then 5 or so questions specific to that member. If you're up for an interview you'll probably have a PM from me, but if you want one then feel free to drop me a PM.
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Shoutouts to Vulhala and SiL for helping me out with some of the kinks.
New interviews should be up each Monday.
It's on! Great name for the thread by the way.
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First up is the anthropomorphic personification of hate, the man we all know as SiL.
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First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
Alien, hands down. It's the definitive monster on a spaceship movie in the same way Jaws is the definitive shark movie -- you can do it over and over again, but in the end you're just ripping on Alien. It took everything the genre had offered up over the fifty-odd years preceding it and rolled into one coherent ball of kickass. Neither the first nor the most original, but definitely the best -- and if there's one genre I unashamedly love to death, it's monster-on-a-spaceship flicks.
There's also a certain nostalgic attachment (Saw it when I was nine) and this lasting sense of victory when I finally got to see it. Took months of pestering my parents before they'd let me watch it (I'd read the comics and Dissecting Aliens: Terror in Space, so I knew what I was getting into), and when they finally did it exceeded even my wildest expectations. I knew the plot backwards before I saw it and it still scared the shit out of me when Ripley was running down the corridors with the strobe lights.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm a fifty-four year old Korean man living in my mother's basement. I have a cat named Mr. Tinklehumpy who is missing half an ear and an adorable asthmatic cough. I make a living selling copies of Playboy to impressionable koalas.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
I probably write as much sci-fi as I do because of Alien, and Predator influenced how I see action movies. John McTiernan set a bar for me with it and Die Hard; you can have an inherently silly action movie and still have it kick ass and that you didn't laugh at when you weren't supposed to.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
I think now it's just habit. After AvPR and Predators I question why I bother.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
They've both pretty much gone to the dogs. I normally don't give credit for effort, but after AvPR I started appreciating AvP more for at least trying. Predators is one of the few movies I have ever seen that has insulted my intelligence so much that it made me angry. f**k that movie, honestly.
When your series gets to a point where you're reinventing the wheel every ten minutes just because you're so God-damned terrified the audience will be distracted by a shiny object off in the middle distance, maybe you should quit. Not because you've actually run out of steam, but because you clearly have so little faith in your own product that you don't think people think it's worth shit any more.
That being said, bring on the video games! Predator-human-penguin-jaguar-Alien hybrids for all!
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
Some wonderfully stupid conversations. Also I think I get most of my movie news from the general movies discussion board these days.
... also the wonderful and charming people?
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
Every thirty seconds and image of a middle-age woman who looks suspiciously like your mother appears and gives you a very unimpressed look, muttering "Dear dear dear" before turning back and walking away, dejected, upset that you have failed to live up to her hopes and aspirations.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
So many! Maybe all, really; reliably youthful, mentally excellent!
What is your favorite curse word?
Funktits.
They're tits. That play funk?
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Wait, what?"
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I really really do not care at this point. My expectations are in the gutter. Any explanation for the Jockey in Alien is going to suck because part of the fun is coming up with your own explanation. If it's a prequel with Aliens I don't care; if it's not, I also don't care. It's a thing that will happen; hopefully I will like it.
You're fairly outspoken about how you feel James Cameron's Aliens took the creature in the wrong direction. If you were tasked with making a sequel to Alien, what would you do? Also, for the sake of arguement you're held at gunpoint, so saying 'I wouldn't' isn't an option.
Not make them insects. Go with O'Bannon's original idea, that they have a period of bloodlust followed by some manner of alien civilisation. Except rather than calming down to a scholarly life, it's some twisted Lovecraftian nightmare of a place. Ridley mused of a society based on sadism in one of his commentaries.
You could keep your guns and your marines and your action; keep your multiple creatures; but rather than say "Okay they're termites now everyone cool?", have fewer Aliens, make each and every one a threat. Yes, they're destructible, yes shooting them will kill them -- so make them more cunning, more intelligent, more resourceful. Let no Alien be disposable; every single one is a threat, not just the whole.
Also no Queen.
I tend to think that the concept of an AVP movie would only work with superficial renditions of the titular creatures. Incarnations reminiscent of Kanes Son and Anytime would be hard to make work. Having written your own AVP script, what are your thoughts on this?
I think the opposite. You need Kane's Son and Anytime going head to head. That's what people want to see. It'd look great. Throwing two things that vaguely resemble them is cheating the audience out of the whole reason they're there to see the movie; I think the previous AvP movies have proved this pretty thoroughly.
This holds true even if you mean personalities rather than looks. Gimme back my creeping Alien intelligence and my cool, methodical hunter!
Character driven vs Plot driven? Where do you sit on that and why?
For these movies? Plot-driven, but with good characters. We're not here to see the deep emotional development of a group of people, we're here to see people surviving alien encounters, be they Alien or Predator. But if we can get that as well, bonus.
I think it's fair to say you're a fairly critical person when it comes to cinema (cheesey 80s action films withstanding). For you though, what kind of movie attracts you most?
I go to see movies that I think have an interesting idea to them, or one that might involve a lot of explosions or weirdness. The movies I like are the ones that deliver on the idea and don't insult my intelligence. There's a difference between leaving your brain at the door, and having to shoot it out back before you enter the theater so it can't possibly interfere.
You go to no lengths to hide your love of Sean Pertwee and Jason Isaacs ('ALIN TH RTURN' anyone?), what is it about each of these actors that you enjoy so much?
Pertwee is the archetypal everyman hero. He's every blue-collar worker thrown into a shitty situation ever and he does it so God-damned well. He does likable as naturally as most people do breathing. When Bruce Willis came onto the scene in Die Hard it was all about how this guy wasn't Arnold Schwarzenegger -- he's the real down-to-Earth shitty dude doing a good thing. But Pertwee's that without the Hollywood clichés. He's that kind of archetype taken to its most basic level, and he kicks ass doing it.
Also dude can act! Needs more roles. Where he doesn't die.
As for Isaacs, I just think the dude's drastically underused. He's kind'a like Timothy Dalton -- you throw him in a movie and you've got +10 class. He could have the role of Exposition Boy and your movie will still seem like it just came from a canapé party because it's got Jason Isaacs in it.
Members who were with us during the production of AVPR will most likely remember your 'disagreemnts' with Director Colin Strause. For those of us who weren't there, what about the man and his views on the franchise did irked you?
It became very apparent very quickly that these guys had put no thought into this. What pissed me off, though, wasn't really their mentality, but that they were wasting such a f**king great opportunity. Here they are directing an AvP movie and they're spoiling it with shitty ideas a 10 year old would be throwing in their fan-fiction. A minute of thinking would destroy any of their ideas; when this is the case, maybe you've got problems with your story.
Pingu vs Chilly Willy in a no hold barred fight to the death. Who wins and why?
Pingu. Why? Because f**k you, that's why.
Woah, aweosme!
Aye, it's of to a great start. Awesome questions, awesome answers. :)
QuoteFirst off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
Your
QuoteWe're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
You need to bold that.
How did I know SiL was going to say plot driven ha.
I like the format. I await the next interview.
Quote from: Pn2501 on May 30, 2011, 07:35:48 PM
QuoteFirst off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
Your
QuoteWe're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
You need to bold that.
How did I know SiL was going to say plot driven ha.
I like the format. I await the next interview.
Ah thanks.
Kind of embarrassing considering I proof read this. :D
my brain dun wurk so gud
Not bad for a human.
Fresh eyes Always help.
This is awesome so far. Can't wait for the next interview. :)
Quote from: Aeus on May 30, 2011, 07:14:45 PM
Pingu. Why? Because f**k you, that's why.
+1 Internet for SiL.
Great interview up there, also. Enjoyed reading it.
Looking forward to the next one. :)
I loved Pingu, that show was the
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Creds to Aeus for organising this. :)
The use of James Lipton is f**king beautiful. :'(
There is a super secret hidden message in one of my responses I will give you an approving nod if you find it.
Nice interview!
Quote from: SiL on May 30, 2011, 10:47:59 PM
There is a super secret hidden message in one of my responses I will give you an approving nod if you find it.
I doubt this is it, but I did manage to find out that Mr Tinklehumpy died when he got hit by a car. Poor fellow.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 30, 2011, 10:32:22 PM
The use of James Lipton is f**king beautiful. :'(
I watch the shit out of Inside the Actors Studio, so I couldn't resist. :D
So, Lipton was your cup of tea?
Me too, I love it.
Somebody should interview
you, and they can be Dave Chappelle.
Spoiler
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Best f**king episode. Ever.
Quote from: maledoro on May 30, 2011, 11:43:14 PM
So, Lipton was your cup of tea?
:laugh:
Quote from: maledoro on May 30, 2011, 11:43:14 PM
So, Lipton was your cup of tea?
Oh lord I lold
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 30, 2011, 11:44:31 PM
Somebody should interview you, and they can be Dave Chappelle.
That'd be magical.
I met Lipton one time. I told him I was a fan. He asked, "Oh? Of what?" I said, "Everything you've done on screen, silver and otherwise." He was very friendly and had an infectious laugh. I hope to meet him again, soon; he's got to be in his mid-80s.
He's the God of pleasant discourse.
Quote from: maledoro on May 30, 2011, 11:50:49 PM
I met Lipton one time. I told him I was a fan. He asked, "Oh? Of what?" I said, "Everything you've done on screen, silver and otherwise." He was very friendly and had an infectious laugh. I hope to meet him again, soon; he's got to be in his mid-80s.
Aw, you lucky bastard. He's one of the top people in my mind I'd actually
want to meet.
That was a great interview. Nice job to all involved. :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwXGPar9kHc#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwXGPar9kHc#ws)
Seriously though, once a week isn't frequent enough. It's a 14 620 part series; get a move on, Aeus!
There'll be 'at least' one a week then.
oh yay
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Oh man, the question about heaven cracked me up.
I literally just broke out laughing.
Great job Aeus and great answers SiL
Haha, great work everyone. Can't wait for the next.
Very cool and a good idea to interview prominent members.
Nice interview, really in depth, and I must say I am very pleased to see how accepted my idea was.
wait, if SiL is 54, how can he had read alien comics and seen the movie when he was 9?
Spoiler
j/k
That was an exellent interview.
GIVE ME MORE
This was great. f**king great.
Quote from: Aeus on May 30, 2011, 07:14:45 PM
First up is the anthropomorphic personification of hate, the man we all know as SiL.
Oh god, that had me in stitches! :laugh:
Great job guys. And I f**king knew you still lived in your mums basement :laugh:
This first interview was insightful and made you think very nicely.
These questions are perfect. Great stuff. Looking forward to some of the specifically tailored questions.
James Lipton....that is a nice touch.
Isn't it funny how close we are on this site? Closer than most other forums I would imagine. But that is why it is nice here.
Quote from: TheMonolith on May 31, 2011, 11:05:44 PM
This first interview was insightful and made you think very nicely.
These questions are perfect. Great stuff. Looking forward to some of the specifically tailored questions.
James Lipton....that is a nice touch.
Isn't it funny how close we are on this site? Closer than most other forums I would imagine. But that is why it is nice here.
What do you expect? This is
THE best forum on the internet. ;)
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Quote from: TheMonolith on May 31, 2011, 11:05:44 PM
This first interview was insightful and made you think very nicely.
These questions are perfect. Great stuff. Looking forward to some of the specifically tailored questions.
James Lipton....that is a nice touch.
Isn't it funny how close we are on this site? Closer than most other forums I would imagine. But that is why it is nice here.
What do you expect? This is THE best forum on the internet. ;)
Badada da daaa
Badada da daaa
Badada DA DAAA
Dadada DA DA!
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Quote from: TheMonolith on May 31, 2011, 11:05:44 PM
This first interview was insightful and made you think very nicely.
These questions are perfect. Great stuff. Looking forward to some of the specifically tailored questions.
James Lipton....that is a nice touch.
Isn't it funny how close we are on this site? Closer than most other forums I would imagine. But that is why it is nice here.
What do you expect? This is THE best forum on the internet. ;)
Badada da daaa
Badada da daaa
Badada DA DAAA
Dadada DA DA!
That just proves it.
That was SO awesome when we just rose with the chorus! :laugh:
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 01, 2011, 03:07:16 AM
That was SO awesome when we just rose with the chorus! :laugh:
Yeah. ;D Now we need interviews. :D
If I got the question about heaven I would hope god would look exactly like Kurt Russel and say
"You've got to be f**king kidding me."
And then I would smile before staring and saying
"I would think you wouldnt cuss"
Nah, man, this's what he'd say.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv_XaPp-XIY#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv_XaPp-XIY#ws)
:laugh:
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Quote from: Ghost Rider on Jun 01, 2011, 02:44:45 AM
Quote from: TheMonolith on May 31, 2011, 11:05:44 PM
This first interview was insightful and made you think very nicely.
These questions are perfect. Great stuff. Looking forward to some of the specifically tailored questions.
James Lipton....that is a nice touch.
Isn't it funny how close we are on this site? Closer than most other forums I would imagine. But that is why it is nice here.
What do you expect? This is THE best forum on the internet. ;)
Badada da daaa
Badada da daaa
Badada DA DAAA
Dadada DA DA!
terminator theme?
Silly guys.
Spoiler
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7AP5MAhkoQ
By the way, who is the next member up?
SM, probs.
I'm already impatient
:D
Good read. Very entertaining. I can feel SiL's love for the community. :P
What a great interview cannot wait to read more ;D
I would like to read a interview with Thedus.
Can't wait for predxeno's!
His will be hilarious.
What do you want God to say to you at the Pearly gates?
AvP: Requiem is Canon, the comics are canon, and Chet is the best alien EVAR. YOU USED LOGIC TO MAKE IT AAAAAAAALLL CANON!!!!!
Chet is god and when he arrives, he eggbarfs predxeno.
Awesome, this thread is finally borned. The interview was interesting and I hope that next ones are just as awesome. And creds to predben for coming up with the original idea.
I loved it, you can always count on SiL to make me smile!
I assume there is a new interview coming out tomorrow? :)
Nope
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Do you need help or something?
Hey! Be nice!
>:(
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lol nice thread.
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Get the next one out soon...
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...or Joe Pesci will f**k you up with a pen.
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George Carlin was right. That man gets things done!
So who is up next? Are we taking a leave or is something already being set up?
Quote from: TheMonolith on Jun 06, 2011, 01:48:05 PM
George Carlin was right. That man gets things done!
Single visit with a baseball bat, man.
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George Carlin was right. That man gets things done!
So who is up next? Are we taking a leave or is something already being set up?
Yeah the next one's on the way.
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George Carlin was right. That man gets things done!
Whatever you do, don't go over his head...
:o
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Next up is AVPGalaxy's equivalent of the wise old man from the Werthers Original advert; the man we all know as SM.
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First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
Alien. It's like lightning in a bottle. So many things fell into place in terms of the material and personnel in front and behind the camera.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Married to the First Lady, with two children – Firstborn and Secondborn respectively. Would prefer to be working professionally in the film industry in some respect, but obviously aren't. The rest is science officer eyes only.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Indubitably. Alien first showed us the corporatisation of space. Star Wars touched on it, but Alien really ran with it. And that aspect has permeated any science fiction writing I've done. Same with the broken down lived-in universe that's depicted, where you press a button and something actually happens.
Except when it's broken down.
Now the real trick is to get these screenplays and stories out there making me rich and exposing my genius to the world at large.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
Boredom mainly.
But also the endless video, DVD and now Blu-Ray releases which seems to give us something new each time. And if they don't then often just watching any of the films again - I often notice something new. Some piece of off screen dialogue or all the animals they have hanging in that abbatoir on Fiorina. mmmm... mutated space rabbit curry....
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
It's all down to law of diminishing returns really. I dig the four Alien flicks immensely, but none of the sequels matched the original. But at the same time they often didn't try, and tried to go in different directions rather than blatantly rehashing what's gone before. That sets the series apart from others like the Friday the 13ths or Nightmare on Elm Streets. Of course the results weren't always brilliant but the effort was mostly worthy. Mostly.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
Lulz
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
Moar lulz
And a splash screen that pops up each time I post saying "You spend way too much time here, you useless underachieving procrastinating f**k."
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
No single favourite. I've got time for anyone who can make a coherent argument in a discussion.
And anyone who can maek teh lulz.
And PredXeno, who probably doesn't fall into either of the above categories. Blind enthusiasm goes a long way though.
What is your favorite curse word?
Too many to count, mutha'uckahs.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
I'd hope he'd say "Welcome, St Peter's got an RDO. I'll be your host for the rest of eternity. Would you like the Lovely Bones suite, the What Dreams May Come suite or just a generic New Zealand southern alps suite?"
He's more likely to say "You got some 'splainin' to do..."
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
Mutated space rabbit curry.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I've been largely avoiding most of the info about it, in case it turns out ot be good. All I know is it's set about 30 years before Alien and might have something about Aliens or Jockies in. With Weaver not involved, if it wasn't Riddles doing it I'd probably be about as interested in it as I was with the AvP flicks, which was almost not at all. Since Riddles is involved doing it, it should be at least worth a look, if not actually decent.
You co-wrote the entries to 'The Alien Encylopedia'. How did this come about and how difficult was it to finish?
It was created by Jonathan A Eyers (who some may know from GameGossip) yonks ago. He did most of the work sometime after the release of Resurrection I think. I did the Alien Timeline later on, which moved from Geocities to AbsoluteAvP and I asked Jonathan if I could take the Encyclopedia over as he wasn't actively doing anything with it. He agreed, so I added a bunch of things and put that on AbsoluteAvP too. We co-wrote an Alien fanfilm around the same time (about 10 years ago from memory).
Since it was a labour of love, if wasn't difficult at all.
Maintenance is a bit of a drag though. Been thinking about Wiki-ing it.
Given your extensive knowlege of the Alien universe, what are your feelings towards the idea that the expanded universe is 'in canon'?
It simply doesn't fit. And there's no way to make it fit. I had arguments about it years ago, when such things somehow mattered with other people online, but so many leaps in logic were required and you have to make up so much other stuff to try and explain discrepancies, that it ends up being a nonsensical farce.
Of course Alien canon differs so much from fan to fan, that ultimately it doesn't matter what you consider canon, unless you want to be a nazi about it. And no one likes them.
My advice is, if you dig books and video games and comics – go nuts. But whether they're good quality or not, them being a part of the greater film continuity doesn't work. Not an opinion; just the way it is.
The Predator fanchise is something that's pretty hard to escape from as an Alien fan. What are you feelings towards it and do you feel that the two series work well together in the context of an AVP movie?
Predator's not really on my radar. It's ridden on Alien's popularity for the last 20 years. That's not to say they're not decent flicks. The first one is a great action film, and the creature design is sweet. The second one I haven't watched for a very long time but I remember enjoying it enough. I also remember the wholesale copying of the hive scene in Aliens too...
I think I enjoyed the Predator flicks – including the new one – more than either AvP.
You've mention a few times that you've written original movie scripts of your own. What about script writing do you find challenging and what genre do you find comes most naturally to you?
What's challenging is trying to find a plot to hang an idea on. After years of being creatively bereft, I finally started getting ideas around the time the Firstborn arrived. At which point our disposable income and free time evaporated, so I had no way of realising any of these ideas, as well as supporting a family. These days I try to just explore a single idea with one or two characters over maybe 5-10 pages of screenplay. Unfortunately the ideas I have are generally sci-fi based, making them expensive to realise if you want build sets (leading me to explore 3D animation as a relatively inexpensive medium). And after working on half a dozen short films doing sound design, with another in the pipeline – you're not likely to be making your fortune from short films.
So maybe the way to go is short prose stories. One can get away with a bit more exposition in that medium, and then just publish them online. Problem is I'm not terribly good at prose.
There's one feature length out of maybe five or six that I've completed that has a chance of ever being shot. And that's a collaboration and isn't close to being finished.
Witness how I frustrate.
Have you taken a shot at writing an Alien related script, if so how did that go?
As per above, Jonathan Eyers and I co-wrote a Alien fan flick set post-Alien3 about 10 years ago. It probably would've gone for about 40 minutes despite me not wanting it to go longer than half an hour. But it quickly became moot due to the expense, and no chance of a return on the investment. I'm working on it using 3D animation at present, without the animation. SiL and I were supposed to do a short Alien comic, but he piked, great big piking piker that he is. Another artist – well known at AVPG – has taken it on. I don't think it's particularly public knowledge yet, but the concept art I've seen thus far is makes me go "SQUEEEEEEEE".
I've done and continue to do other fan films/ script/ stories – mostly Star Wars and one Jurassic Park one, and another Alien one generally written for other people - no matter how much I try to get away from it or complain about how it's a waste of time and effort.
It's fairly common knowlege you're a fan of the Star Wars franchise, what are your feelings on the way the Prequel trilogy ended up and the fan reaction towards them?
I loved the prequels. Not as much as the original trilogy, but I loved them all the same.
There's a certain type of 'fan' as ironic as the term may be, who need something to bitch about, and I think they had an idea of what they wanted the prequels to be about, and when Lucas didn't bring that, they got angry. Of course the films aren't above criticism, but then I find the middle of Empire sags a little and rose tinted glasses forget the ire that Ewoks defeating the Empire's finest, drew in 1983.
The problem is the people who say 'Lucas doesn't know what he's doing' which is often preceeded by 'Everyone knows...' And yet by any quantifiable standard – Rotten Tomatoes, IMDB and box office are the ones I usually use - he knew exactly what he was doing, and did it pretty well. He told the story he wanted to tell, the way he wanted to tell it. It's art. There's no right or wrong. You either like it or you don't. I'm sure there were people when the Mona Lisa was unveiled for the first time who moaned about Da Vinci raping their childhood...
You're the Dr. Dre of the AVP fanbase, you've been in the game from the beginning. What have been the highs and lows for you over the years as a fan and why?
I wasn't in it from the very beginning. I wasn't old enough to see Alien on original release. And I was too much of a sissy when it came to horror flicks anyway. My fandom started when I saw Aliens in 1986, and I've been hooked ever since.
The high was probably seeing Alien for the first time – Ivan Hutchinson's Friday night movie I think. Another one was seeing Resurrection with a very receptive audience, who clapped, cheered and laughed in all the right places. I have to admit Alien3 was a bit of a low. I was digging the Dark Horse comics in the years leading up to Alien3, and to have Hicks and Newt killed in the opening titles and then Ripley dying was a shock. For the first time I read a novelisation before seeing a film and re-read the last page half a dozen times to make sure I'd read it right.
I immediately rationalised that the Alien universe is a nasty place where nasty shit happens, and I lapped it up. So it didn't stay a low for long. 'Cept maybe them sub par visual effects...
And to finish, what would chairs look like if our knees were on the back of our legs?
You mean like XTRO? Did XTRO ever sit down in that movie or just get around on all fours trying to be scary? And does that mean your arse is on the front or back? You don't want to be sat on your ballbag...
I can't think of a pithy and profound response.
Can you tell?
This is great stuff. :D
I can see inside SM's mind :P
Liked this interview a lot. I want mutated space rabbit curry too! And as spicy as you can do it, too.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 08, 2011, 02:12:50 PM
The rest is science officer eyes only.
Oh haha. Love ya SM.
SM's the man. He should write a book so I can read it and stuff.
Great questions, Aeus. You're a pro at this.
Day by day we prove it again. We've got the right stuff baby.
Great interview SM.
Good interview.
I disagree about 'Predator riding on Aliens popularity'. It's popular because of one person and that's Arnie. Without him, there'd be no Predator franchise. Sure, AvP wouldn't have happened had it not been for Alien but I still think they'd have done standalone Predator sequels.
Is this Alien comic you mentioned directly based on your fan film script?
Great interview, guys. Who's up next?
I was gonna ask him more Predator questions because I knew his answers would be provocative but I thought that'd count as me trying to prod him into trolling.
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Quote from: Darkness on Jun 08, 2011, 05:11:23 PM
Good interview.
I disagree about 'Predator riding on Aliens popularity'. It's popular because of one person and that's Arnie. Without him, there'd be no Predator franchise. Sure, AvP wouldn't have happened had it not been for Alien but I still think they'd have done standalone Predator sequels.
Is this Alien comic you mentioned directly based on your fan film script?
Agreed.
Comic collaboration, eh?
Well, colour me intrigued...
Aeus, you're a natural James Lipton (please use James Lipton pics for every interview).
I loved the answers, especially the last one-- have me laughing out loud. :laugh:
QuoteI disagree about 'Predator riding on Aliens popularity'.
I thought that might raise eye brows, but I did say "for the last 20 years". Alien had nothing to do with Predator's initial popularity, but AvP kept it popular since the early 1990s.
QuoteIs this Alien comic you mentioned directly based on your fan film script?
No, the comic script is AvP, rather than Alien.
Noooooo, I was hoping for you "Crowe and wierzbowski are dead" script.
All 3d, or mixed medium.?
The AvP comic is hand drawn
The Alien fan film will use 3D models, and I can't say much more without giving away my only hook.
QuoteNoooooo, I was hoping for you "Crowe and wierzbowski are dead" script.
Don't tempt me...
Interesting.
I'll shut up, and wait then.
Someone get that popup...
Cool interview though me and SM don't get along it feels like I got to know him better with out me spamming his message box.
Reminds me of how sweateyes used to spam up my message box here and on AXP.
Quote from: maledoro on Jun 09, 2011, 11:21:14 AM
Reminds me of how sweateyes used to spam up my message box here and on AXP.
" ::) "
Ah, sweateyes. What ever happened to her?
Great interview. I think most of us could have answered them on SM's behalf, and it was good to see a few new sides to you too.
So, how long you gonna be sippin' on cokes before we can see this comic ey?
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 09, 2011, 11:29:50 AM
Quote from: maledoro on Jun 09, 2011, 11:21:14 AM
Reminds me of how sweateyes used to spam up my message box here and on AXP.
" ::) "
Yeah!: o mal! ur always tryin to start shit! >:( ::) :P :D :P ::) ::) >:( i rite like this cos it gives u such a hedake! :D :o :P im gonna spam up ur box heer like i use to on axp :P :D :-* ::) cos u deserv it!!!!!1!!! >:( ::) :P
Great interview Aeus and SM!
Yes sorry I should've mentioned that. Good questions, Aeus.
I found it quite difficult to think of questions for you. I even asked Huol for help but he was useless. :D
Ya dun good, kid.
Is Hicks up next?
Or Darkness or Mal.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 10, 2011, 12:28:07 AM
Or Darkness or Mal.
This. Either one would be an awesome interview.
Darkness would be great. Creator and all.
But Mal. Gaddaamn I look forward to that!
Darkness would be very interesting. He's generally quiet.
Except when the topic of homosexuality is brought up.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 10, 2011, 12:49:54 AM
Except when the topic of homosexuality is brought up.
Dammit, beat me to the punch
Quote from: The PredBen on Jun 10, 2011, 12:31:15 AM
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 10, 2011, 12:28:07 AMOr Darkness or Mal.
This. Either one would be an awesome interview.
Thanks,
TPB!
Quote from: Ghostface on Jun 10, 2011, 12:39:45 AMBut Mal. Gaddaamn I look forward to that!
Thanks,
G! Be sure I'm asked some good questions!
Aeus, be sure to make one about Ass Appreciation.
Please, do it.
Aeus, be sure to make one about ass appreciation.
Please, do it.
And government conspiracies. Lots of em.
Ass Conspiraces. Got J-Lo written all over it.
Quote from: Ghostface on Jun 10, 2011, 01:28:43 AM
And government conspiracies. Lots of em.
No! Please don't!
Doom posted one on my Facebook page to get my opinion, and it gave me a headache with all the BS the vidiots had put together!
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 10, 2011, 01:30:21 AM
Ass Conspiraces. Got J-Lo written all over it.
Butt only from her earlier days. That would be asseptable.
Quote from: maledoro on Jun 10, 2011, 01:32:10 AM
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 10, 2011, 01:30:21 AM
Ass Conspiraces. Got J-Lo written all over it.
Butt only from her earlier days. That would be asseptable.
Butt that's the conspiracy! What
really happened to datass?
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 10, 2011, 01:33:18 AM
Butt that's the conspiracy! What really happened to datass?
I think that Poofy Combs guy had something to do with it. Back when she had back, her ass would mysteriously disappear onscreen. Nothing supernatural, mind you. Butt whenever she would turn around, she'd do it when there was something in the way to block it, like a Volkswagen, a building, or something. Now that she's dropped the butt, she doesn't hide it anymore.
>:(
How is the order of people for interview done?
Awesomeness. Least to most.
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Ok....
Quote from: Predator Queen on Jun 10, 2011, 01:54:03 AM
How is the order of people for interview done?
I have a notepad file on my desktop with the people I plan to interview, and I randomly add questions to each member as I think of them. I put them up when someone gets a decent amount.
Wow, I just noticed this thread. Very cool.
I think there should be a little thing on the front page about this.
Quote from: SM on Jun 10, 2011, 02:17:50 AM
Awesomeness. Least to most.
f**king A Right, looks like I'm next.
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When it bleeped my curse word, it uncapitalized my F at the beginning of the sentence. I don't want anyone to think I've no respect for proper grammar. I respect it.
New interview was great as well. :)
You know he said Least to Most right?
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You know he said Least to Most right?
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I'm looking forward to Omegazilla and Sharp Sticks, they are both insightful and funny :laugh:
Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Jun 10, 2011, 01:12:50 PM
I'm looking forward to Omegazilla and Sharp Sticks, they are both insightful and funny :laugh:
Ditto on that one.
I'm personally fairly interested in interviews of people who we don't "know" as much. By that I mean the people that are less personal like Huol, Spaghetti (well, a lot of the artists, really), and MrSpaceJockey. Curiosity has me wanting to know more about those kind of guys.
Huol would just answer every question in TAS Joker reaction images.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 10, 2011, 02:35:55 PM
Huol would just answer every question in TAS Joker reaction images.
See now you're putting ideas in his head.
I'm looking forward to my interview, whenever it may be.
*slips £10 under Aeus' profile*
Same here; only for me and w.o the bribe.
Quote from: Purebreedalien on Jun 10, 2011, 09:55:08 PM
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 10, 2011, 02:35:55 PM
Huol would just answer every question in TAS Joker reaction images.
See now you're putting ideas in his head.
I'm looking forward to my interview, whenever it may be.
*slips £10 under Aeus' profile*
{Rips the £10} bribes never did anything!
You have to threaten with the life of loved ones!
Interesting read. Keep up the good work.
New one today no?
Can't wait until Aeus interviews himself. ;)
Good interviews for SiL and SM. Anyone figure out SiL's hidden message?
Hidden messages!?
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Sir.
Sir, I love you.
Marry me, sir.
Well it IS one of the best horror films of the 90s.
Quote from: Master Chief on Jun 13, 2011, 11:25:02 PM
Can't wait until Aeus interviews himself. ;)
I interview myself everyday. It's not that great.
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Some day.
In the mouth of madness FTW!
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 13, 2011, 11:46:30 PMI interview myself everyday. It's not that great.
I'm sure some day you will say something interesting to yourself to us.
;)
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This person is someone I'm sure you're all familiar with... A man so powerful his merest though could eradicate us all. The lord of AVPG himself - Darkness.
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First off let's start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
My favourite standalone movie is Predator closely followed by Aliens. What can I say? I like the action. I think the Alien franchise is better overall though. It's well thought-out and there are still lots of mysteries. It's scary too. I remember watching Alien 1-3 when they were showing them on TV over a weekend when I was about 9/10 years old. I had to stay up until 1AM each night to see them but it was worth it. Same with Predator, I saw that when I was very young too. I think it's a combination of the jungle setting, Arnie and an invisible creature stalking them. That's why I love Predator so much.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Not a lot to tell. I live on my own. I actually just bought a house this year. My job is pretty boring. I just sit at a computer screen all day long. It's not what I want to be doing but it's an easy job to do.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Not in my life, no. Unless you count creating a website about it. I'm just a fan of the movies.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
Hope. I still hope one day we'll get a decent movie in the franchise. As I said above, the Alien series still holds a lot of mysteries and it's fun to read people's theories and stuff. As long as Fox keeps bringing out new movies, it will always keep me interested.
Is there anything specifically you hope they'll achieve with either of the respective franchises, or the AVP one?
Unfortunately, the only thing Fox care about is making money and to hell with what the reviews say. I don't know. I mean, they've tried making movies for "fans" but it's never turned out great. And as we saw with the Strauses, just because they're fans, it doesn't mean we're going to get a great movie. Making these sorts of films are never going to please every fan because we all have different opinions of what should happen. AvP is even harder because you have two sets of fans as well as the standard AvP fanboys. I guess I live in hope that one day, they'll do a third AvP set in the future in space and make it similar to Aliens. That's what I miss about AvP. It's very much about the Predators in both movies so I'd rather it take a leaf out of the Alien series instead. Bring back the horror/action genre that Aliens gave us.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Huh, I think you should have asked where did the series go wrong? I could write an essay about that. The AvP video games were great ten years ago but since then, the AvP franchise has gone to hell. I think it's obvious the concept doesn't really work on the big screen. Sure, you could get proper writers in, a director who knows what's doing, give it a big budget but I still don't think it would be great. That's not to say I wouldn't be interested in seeing a third AvP. It would be beneficial for the site if they did another. What else have we had? AvP3? That wasn't great. I feel kinda bad because ever since AvP2, fans were pining for a third game and when we finally got it, nobody liked it. I think everybody had just moved on from playing that kinda of genre.
And Predators? Well, that's a good case study. I didn't enjoy it as much as other people but the reason why it worked is because Rodriguez was left to get on with it. That's fundamentally the problem with the AVP movies. We need someone with cock and balls to get the job done. I just don't think the producers at Fox get what the series needs and Rodriguez proved that. Sequels / Prequels are the way to go from here. Fox seems to take them far more seriously than the AvP concept.
Do you not think that it's more tempting for filmmakers to just retread familiar ground with a sequel/prequel, where as an AVP movie invites more original ideas?
Original ideas? If you count bringing silly ideas from the comics as original like the teamup or blooding stuff. I'm not a fan of expanded universe so I think it should all be left in the comics. I guess with AvP, they do have a lot more freedom with their story. It doesn't necessarily have to follow continuity with the previous films. Depends if you consider AvP canon or not. They have to retread familiar ground in the A/P series because that's that's the foundation. It's not a bad thing. With a sequel, you need to make it the same as the original but different at the same time. I suppose this is what Rodriguez did with Predators but a lot of the time, I felt like he was just remaking Predator. It's the same setup, same scenes, even the same musical cues.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
I like that there's always something to talk about because there's lots of people on here. Whether it's franchise-related or not. There's always something to talk about because we don't just cover Alien/Predator stuff. There are boards for general discussion, games and films.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I wish we had more information and content for the Alien movies. It's funny but we have a fairly big section for the AvPs but only basic info for the best movies in the series. I'm currently writing new sections for the Alien and Predator from a creature perspective. Like adding things about biology, weapons, profiles that cover all the movies. We're also working on a new site design. It's still early stages at the moment so I have no idea when it will be complete.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Outside of the staff, I'd have to say SiL. While we very rarely agree on the same thing, I admire his passion for the Alien series. He's also pretty knowledgeable about a lot of things. If there's a really obscure fact about the Alien franchise, SiL will know about it.
What is your favorite curse word?
Titpecker.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
If heaven exists, I'll be going straight to hell, for sure.
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
Hard to say. It would probably be a McDonalds or a Pizza since I very rarely have either.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the latest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I have mixed feelings. I was all for it when it as an Alien Prequel but since the announcement, I'm not even sure if I care anymore. Mostly because I still don't know if it's remotely related to Alien or even in the same universe. I guess we'll find out when the first teaser trailer is released. If it does feature space jockeys, I'd be very interested to see what Ridley does with it. I know a lot of fans don't like the idea of them being explored but I've wanted an Alien Prequel since I started this site.
So yeah, you gave life to AVPGalaxy. I think we're all pretty thankful for that. When did you decide you wanted to run your own AVP website and how difficult was it to make?
When I was in college, I had a pipedream of wanting to be a website designer. I was trying to figure out what to base my first site on, and when I got the Predator SE DVD, there was a demo for AvP2 on it. I'd never heard of AvP before then and when I played it I was hooked. It took a few months to create a site dedicated to that and the rest is history. I've been meaning to create other sites over the past few years. Like for X-Men or Friday 13th but I can never seem to get far with them. The thought of creating a site from scratch puts me off. I did recently create a little site for The Thing. Got the design done and everything but I couldn't think what to call it so I left it.
What made you decide you wanted to start reporting on various AVP related news not necessarily related to the games?
Games only get you so far. It was really never supposed to be a news site but David Shipley at PlanetAvP was always encouraging me to go down that route. It seemed like a lot of work to do that but I did try. By the end of 2003, I knew if I wanted to succeed, I would have to come up with a new site design. In this community, you really need to adapt to whatever's coming out. My goal is always popularity. Without it, you have nothing. New members really drive the site. Even though they're not as knowledgeable as veteran members, they're good at creating new discussions or re-igniting old ones. It keeps the candle burning.
Is there anything about the current AVPGalaxy and its community that you're particularly proud of?
Well, what do we have? It's the biggest Alien/Predator website online. Far bigger than I anticipated when I brought it back. We've had film directors, crew members, game developers, authors etc posting on the forum, interacting with fans. This is what it's about. Meeting people who like the franchise as much as you do.
After the release of the first AVP feature film in 2004, you closed down the website for a while. Given the fairly lackluster nature of the sequel, what made you continue with the website this time even though the same reason for leaving was more or less present?
Yeah, the second one was far worse than the first. I guess you could say I grew up a lot since AvP came out. The difference this time, everybody knew it was going to be bad so we had time to prepare for the worst. I think the break after AvP was a good thing though. I had plenty of time to write new content, get a proper domain name and a forum. I kinda missed running the site and I do enjoy the technical aspects of it.
Of all the colourful characters who have come to AVPGalaxy to troll, flame or otherwise misbehave, are there any that stand out as ones you really wanted gone?
There's too many to list here. I guess one person who ticked me off was Mystic_Ninja but so did a lot of people.
Finally, Any chance the chat room feature will return?
I was just thinking about that the other week. I can always put it back on for staff to try first and see how it works out. It never really got much attention the last time we had it though.
All hail the creator! ;D
Great interview and it's interesting to get to know Darkness a little closer.
Oh, and the chat. I had totally forgotten about that.
He speaks! :laugh:
Great interview. That's definitely the most you've ever said to any of us I think :laugh:
And the chat feature? YES.
QuoteWhat is your favorite curse word?
Titpecker.
I have never heard that before :laugh:
This is a great place to hang out Darkness, thank you for this.
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When I was in college, I had a pipedream of wanting to be a website designer. I was trying to figure out what to base my first site on, and when I got the Predator SE DVD, there was a demo for AvP2 on it. I'd never heard of AvP before then and when I played it I was hooked. It took a few months to create a site dedicated to that and the rest is history. I've been meaning to create other sites over the past few years. Like for X-Men or Friday 13th but I can never seem to get far with them. The thought of creating a site from scratch puts me off. I did recently create a little site for The Thing. Got the design done and everything but I couldn't think what to call it so I left it.
Would love a site like this one but based on "THE THING"
The is a good site called Outpost31 that is based on the "The Thing" but it rarely gets updated these days. But with the magic you give your AVPG site, your Thing site could be something special. :)Hope you decide to finish your design and find a name for it. :)
Anyhow AVP is great im glad to be apart of it.
Woah, really interesting to get the creator's insight in here!
Really good interview. ;D
The chat feature ... I'm not going to lie, some of my best moments here were on that, it needs to be brought back! Anyway, awesome interview, I really like how Darkness words everything, he seems so knowledgeable, then again he is The CREATOR isn't he?
Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Jun 16, 2011, 08:03:08 PM
QuoteWhat is your favorite curse word?
Titpecker.
I have never heard that before :laugh:
This is a great place to hang out Darkness, thank you for this.
It's a hybrid bird ... crossbred from a Woodpecker and a Tuffed Tit-mouse. Lets hope for the ladies sake that it doesn't live up to it's name.
Wasn't expecting an interview with Boss but it makes complete hindsight. Nice to see you talk out, Boss. I do miss the chat feature. Was the first time Aeus and I ever really spoke. I remember trying to get you interested in Airsoft xD
Great to see the creator speak for once.
These interviews really are great, keep on trucking with em Aeus
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 16, 2011, 09:10:42 PM
Wasn't expecting an interview with Boss but it makes complete hindsight. Nice to see you talk out, Boss. I do miss the chat feature. Was the first time Aeus and I ever really spoke. I remember trying to get you interested in Airsoft xD
Hah yeah I remember that. :D
The chat feature was pretty nice, it would be cool having it back.
Great interview. I'm glad the site came back up after it went down, its been a great place to come and unwind; even if I don't manage to get on and post as much as I used to.
great interview.
QuoteNew members really drive the site. Even though they're not as knowledgeable as veteran members, they're good at creating new discussions or re-igniting old ones. It keeps the candle burning.
Even If they may not be.
Whilst being a veteran member entitles some merit, shouldn't mean they can shit on newer members indiscriminately (which i feel to be the case at times), it just scares away potential page hits and detracts from the site.
Personally, I prefer not to discriminate between people I shit on.
Excellent interview :D
^
Made me chuckle
Our leader has spoken.
The name is ironic because they are the light that brought us all together.
Darkness, you are excellent.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 16, 2011, 10:21:55 PM
Personally, I prefer not to discriminate between people I shit on.
Same. The staff here is an equal opportunity discriminator.
Wow are god has spoken, always very serious. To me he seems like the kind of guy who would never smile unless you knew him very well. I guess this will be the only communication I will have with him since I think he hates me but I learned quite a bit and I found this interview informative. Keep up the good work guys! And thank you Darkness for making this site.
Which is why we got Tommy Wiseau's ass instead.
Quote from: Pn2501 on Jun 16, 2011, 10:18:25 PM
great interview.
QuoteNew members really drive the site. Even though they're not as knowledgeable as veteran members, they're good at creating new discussions or re-igniting old ones. It keeps the candle burning.
Even If they may not be.
Whilst being a veteran member entitles some merit, shouldn't mean they can shit on newer members indiscriminately (which i feel to be the case at times), it just scares away potential page hits and detracts from the site.
There's enough of our shit to go around, trust me.
So who's next?
Great interview. Don't interact much with the Big Man, so it's good to get some insight.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 16, 2011, 07:29:22 PM
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Outside of the staff, I'd have to say SiL. While we very rarely agree on the same thing, I admire his passion for the Alien series. He's also pretty knowledgeable about a lot of things. If there's a really obscure fact about the Alien franchise, SiL will know about it.
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Quote from: Aeus on Jun 16, 2011, 07:29:22 PM
I did recently create a little site for The Thing. Got the design done and everything but I couldn't think what to call it so I left it.
Shit, do want.
Call it 'The site about someTHING'. :P
Great stuff here, enjoyed this review a lot. All hail Darkness!
Quote from: Kimo on Jun 16, 2011, 08:13:36 PM
Would love a site like this one but based on "THE THING"
The is a good site called Outpost31 that is based on the "The Thing" but it rarely gets updated these days. But with the magic you give your AVPG site, your Thing site could be something special. :)Hope you decide to finish your design and find a name for it. :)
Yeah, I already came across that site. I wanted that name too. I thought it might have been good to make a site with the prequel coming out.
Quote from: Bat Chain Puller on Jun 16, 2011, 08:56:23 PM
Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Jun 16, 2011, 08:03:08 PM
QuoteWhat is your favorite curse word?
Titpecker.
I have never heard that before :laugh:
This is a great place to hang out Darkness, thank you for this.
It's a hybrid bird ... crossbred from a Woodpecker and a Tuffed Tit-mouse. Lets hope for the ladies sake that it doesn't live up to it's name.
Correct. It's actually from a Simpsons episode. It's a funny word.
Principal Skinner: It's already wiped out the dodo, the cuckoo and the nene. And it has nasty plans for the booby, the titmouse, the woodcock and the titpecker.
Quote from: Darkness on Jun 17, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
Quote from: Kimo on Jun 16, 2011, 08:13:36 PM
Would love a site like this one but based on "THE THING"
The is a good site called Outpost31 that is based on the "The Thing" but it rarely gets updated these days. But with the magic you give your AVPG site, your Thing site could be something special. :)Hope you decide to finish your design and find a name for it. :)
Yeah, I already came across that site. I wanted that name too. I thought it might have been good to make a site with the prequel coming out.
If the prequel is any good (lets hope so) then all the more reason to get your Thing site up and running. ;)
Great interview, Aeus and Darkness!
Chat is up. Awesomeness has ensued. You are the f**king man Darkness. Thank you :)
Let's hope people use it this time. It needs to be advertised somewhere on the site (if it isn't already).
Who doesn't use chat? I think its the best feature around. 8)
I'll mention it on my news post for the next podcast episode tonight.
QuoteOutside of the staff
Yes! We're his favorite!
We might have to give someone else the Global Mod title so you can be the site's full-time interviewer,
Aeus. ;) Good interview.
Quote from: Master Chief on Jun 20, 2011, 03:38:48 PM
QuoteOutside of the staff
Yes! We're his favorite!
We might have to give someone else the Global Mod title so you can be the site's full-time interviewer, Aeus. ;) Good interview.
*raises hand*
:D
You..
A global mod?
bahahahahaha
surely you jest?
Of course.
._.
;_;
You could pray to Darkness.
But what use is that, he is a cruel God who would sooner send you dooms and death.
Haha, I need a bit more experience first anyway. Darkness would strike me down and I would become a shell of a man as his dark energy burns behind my eyes.
You are not prepared for the horror that lurks inside the G-Mod thread, young one.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 20, 2011, 08:10:24 PM
You could pray to Darkness.
But what use is that, he is a cruel God who would sooner send you dooms and death.
Why would he send him my way? ;)
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 20, 2011, 08:02:01 PM
You..
A global mod?
bahahahahaha
surely you jest?
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Here's a special interview I threw together in the chatroom at the request of a few burly mods and some lowly members. This guy really needs no introduction, and his answers are sure to tide you over until Corporal Hicks's interview - It's the one, the only, the incredible Predxeno!
Disclaimer: AVPGalaxy does not endorse the inclusion of the EU into the accepted Canon.
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First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
My all time fav film is Aliens cause it captures the very human contact that is so evident in treacherous situations (Ripley-Newt relationship) and can show that even in the most dangerous and horrible situations, something beautiful can come out of it
Who is your favourite character in the entire Alien/Predator franchise, specific creatures included?
In the entire franchise, my favorite character is still Newt. She's a survivor and like Ripley, makes the most out of her situation no matter how bad. She's seen horrible things and escaped unthinkable nightmares, personally I think she deserved a lot more than she got in Alien 3.
Who is your favourite Aliens/Predator Director and why?
My favorite director so far is James Cameron. Ridley Scott did an amazing job creating the first Alien with its unique and mysterious design and setting, but I felt closer to James Cameron's human touch that he provided throughout his sequel.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm currently a student of Rutgers University in New Brunswick and am majoring in criminal justice; I hope to become a criminal psychologist.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
This franchise has inspired me in many ways to be imaginative. I've even thought of new ideas for new stories based on concepts and other imaginings that went into making this awesome series.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
What initially drove me to this franchise is the appreciation of the Giger design of Alien. What keeps me going is the added awesomeness of how each story not only shows the beauty and awesomness of the Alien and the Predator but also some of the great stories that have developed between the two creatures whether they go solo against humans or whether they duke it out with each other.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Well, I'm a little disappointed to say that in many areas of the series, things seem to have gone down, aka comics, games, and movies (the AVP movies specifically). Though, I'm a little hesitant to judge on AVP2010 since I haven't played it yet, but I keep hearing that people haven't liked it as much as the original game by Rebellion. But, with Ridley Scott's new film, Prometheus, and the new Colonial Marines game that's coming out; there may still be hope that this franchise can surpass these failures and become a widespread popularity in the fandom again. Of course, I'm saying some of these things cause I consider all EU to be canon; many in the fandom don't and have nothing to worry about how the franchise is being affected by bad comics, games, etc.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
What I love about the AvPGalaxy community the most is that there are so many well educated and dedicated people here that are loyal to this amazing franchise. I've made so many friends here with people who love this series as much as I do (not something I find so easily at home or at Rutgers) and they've been very loyal and extremely helpful in many places; helping with games, explaining things I didn't get the first time, etc.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
That's a hard question. I'll assume you mean the website, not the actual franchise canon and continuity. I've never been great on telling how to make a great site even greater, but if I had to change one thing, it'd probably be to combine the Predators (2010) board with the Predator Films board. Predators has been out for a long time and I think it's about time the two became one.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Another hard question. I've made so many friends here and have enjoyed the company of each. But, if there's one member that stands out in my mind the most...it'd probably be AliceApocalypse. She has always been very kind and very supportive of me and she is a constant visitor of this site and a hugely dedicated fan.
What is your favorite curse word?
Not fond of them, but the closest I can come to being fond of is probably "Damn".
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
You were right; all AVP EU is canon.
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
Steamed lobster as the main course and vanilla ice cream for dessert.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I kinda hope that there will be no Aliens in it cause if the xenomorphs were biologically engineered to be the perfect weapon, then in my mind it kinda gives them the edge against the Predators and the humans since evidence so far indicates that they were naturally created, but I've kinda gotten used to the idea by now. I guess having Aliens in Prometheus would be great, especially if it gets PlayMechanix to produce that Wii port of Aliens Extermination that I've long been hoping they make.
If you were offered any role in an aliens / predator film, what would be your dream part?
My dream role? Well, one character role that I've always found interesting is the superhuman role, kinda like Ellen Ripley #8 in this series. I kinda like the idea of a character that has been given amazing abilities (whether it's enhanced Alien traits or a Predator's longevity), but with a catch that nobody would see coming. A person with the traits I described above (which is possible if you follow the EU) can have a lot of things, but things that many others don't consider is that a Predator's longevity will mean you will outlive all your friends and family and Alien DNA in your body will mean you will be constantly chased by those who would want what you could give them (painfully, if need be). I like the idea of a character that has all these traits so that when people see him, they think how they wish they could have these abilities, but not truly comprehend the pain the character is truly feeling inside.
You mentioned earlier that you were majoring in Criminal Justice and you hope to become a criminal psychologust. That's a very specific career to aspire to. What about it attracts you and how did this interest develop?
I watched a lot of TV when I was younger, but one of my favorite shows that still persists to today was Law and Order SVU. This show emphasized on the lives of the main detectives and their emotional involvements in their cases. It's the same kind of emotional feeling that has made Aliens my #1 fav film in this franchise. I've always hated crime and have developed an interest in psychology. So I figure why not combine the two?
How do you put up with all the bile that gets thrown at you, and yet remain so patient and polite? Especially when you first joined?
Well, I grew up in a family that emphasizes respect for other people, though my parents may never have tolerated as much "bile" as I have on this site. Whenever I receive any insults or things like that, I know those are only opinions by people and not facts and so I ignore them; they are literally just words and hot air. I pay attention to facts, aka any arguments my fellow (opposing) debaters have for me that show their beliefs and views of this franchise.
Most members seem content with the EU being separate from the canon established in the films. Why do you want the canon as a single, unified thing?
Good question. I just never got onboard how people differentiated EU as noncanon, especially without any saying by Fox, Dark Horse Comics, or whoever else manages the AVP franchise. There was once a time when I was halfway onboard with accepting EU as noncanon, but catching word that some were eliminating the movies from canon (the one thing so many EU-noncanoners emphasized were of top importance), I just dropped any ideals and beliefs I had that alienated the EU from canon. Also, though I can't understand why; some members consider the special features on the Blu-Rays and DVDs of the movies to be noncanon as well. I never could understand that line of reasoning as the movies themselves were canon, why not the special features? Either way, it's all probably for the best for these people cause the EU is canon according to these special features. (I found that out much later, though) Another reason I may cling so much to EU is probably that if it were noncanon, then all the time I spent reading novelizations and playing impossible-to-beat games were all for nothing; for something that never actually happened in the AVP universe.
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Thanks to Vul and Pn for some of the questions.
Ohh, great interview. Love ya Predxeno. It's interesting to know you're graduating for criminal justice; good luck with that. :)
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 20, 2011, 11:26:54 PM
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Bahahahahaha.
This was amazing. :laugh:
Mmm, Brunswick. Salty.
Criminal psychology? Good fit.
where were you on the 20/6/2011 (or 21/6/11 if your in my timezone)
best interview yet, and on one of my favorite members here, glad to have witnessed it.
Top marks Px and Aeus.
Great interview, glad this one happened. Probably my most anticipated one. Nice work Eric.
Good interview. I did not know you were a fellow Canuck, predxeno.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 20, 2011, 11:26:54 PM
Disclaimer: AVPGalaxy does not endorse the inclusion of the EU into the accepted Canon.
Good interview mate, really well done!
Very cool Predxeno keep up fighting the power!
Best interview so far! ;D
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 20, 2011, 11:26:54 PMIf Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
You were right; all AVP EU is canon.
:laugh:
Your a sweetheart Predxeno ;) Excellent career choice BTW, you are very detailed and will go along way.
Quote from: Pn2501 on Jun 20, 2011, 11:41:45 PM
where were you on the 20/6/2011 (or 21/6/11 if your in my timezone)
If that question is directed toward me, I was at the computer lab in my college.
Thanks everyone so much for your support. It's much appreciated. :) :) :)
Quotecriminal psychologist.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89y9UYJd8-o# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89y9UYJd8-o#)
:D
Saw it "live", still remains awesome / interesting. :D 8)
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My next guest is Corporal Hicks.
Corporal Hicks.
If you don't know who he is, then go away, I don't like you.
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First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
I can't pick a specific favourite because it changes depending on my mood and what kind of film I fancy watching but I hold the original trilogy in high esteem. Alien is a pure classic and the way Ridley and the team created a masterpiece is wonderful. the attention to detail always impresses me. There's always something new to see when you watch it. It is the definitive sci-fi horror movie for me. Aliens is just as important to the sci-fi action genre as Alien is to horror. So much after it pulled influence from Aliens. The aesthetics' of the colony, the weaponry and armour and the interior of the hive is wonderful. And Alien3, while being a flawed film, is just so wonderfully shot. I'm a big fan of the low angles used in Alien 3 and Goldenthal's score is easily my favourite of the series.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
I live with my girlfriend and her best-friend (no, nothing like that). Currently I work for the Job Centre but my contract is due to end in August. I have secured a new job working Case Administration for a prison though and I'm awaiting a start date for that, which I'm really excited for. Unfortunately that's only a year contract so we'll see where I am next year. Outside of AvP my main interests are the Halo series (the games and the literature), Stargate (the shows, movies, literature and I do work on a virtual series for that) and airsofting, which I'd say is more an addiction than an interest Tongue I'm also a huge fan of How I Met Your Mother and The Big Bang Theory which are about the only shows on TV I watch as they air. And I'm Volkswagen until the end. Never forget that. Oh, and I love to just randomly start singing a few lines of songs much to the annoyance of my colleagues. I tend to get songs in people's heads. I once had the office doing a round of Jitterbug just before closing. Is that enough?
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
I'd say it's defined my taste a lot in that I find appeal in similar things (such as the obvious influences of Aliens on the Halo series). And the way I approach projects that I might be writing. And most obviously in that I spend a lot of time reading Alien/Predator related books, writing articles for the website and etc.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
It gets hard at times, I must admit. I look forward to all the new media and it helps that I have an open mind and will give most things a shot. In that I mean, I'll read the novels and comics and be interested in the EU. I'll watch the fanfilms and buy the figures. But sometimes, general negative attitudes towards what I've enjoyed do get a bit much at times. Predators, for example, I absolutely loved and it revitalized my interest but the Predators board got so hostile I just stopped going in it. And, of course, all the projects I work on! AvP game nights let me remember just how much I love that game and keeps me in touch with members of the community. And the podcast, while infrequent at the moment, is turning out to be fun to work on.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
I think it has lost its way in there someway. There's too much fluctuation on the quality of the media being put out. The AvP movies were absolutely awful. I would rather watch Alien Resurrection over the AvPs. They took that in completely the wrong direction. It should have been in the future, based in the Aliens franchise, away from Earth. I think the Predator franchise has gone in the right direction. I rewatched Predator and Predator 2 last week and I forgot just how cheesy Predator 2 is. I think it was fantastic to be taken in a serious direction again but there were numerous changes I would have done with Predators. And of course, the previous novels put out by Dark Horse. Aside from Forever Midnight, the Predator novels got continually better ending with a fantastic novel by Jeff VanderMeer while Aliens was just average or poor. It's just down to how well the authors of the media (I use authors and media in the widest sense of the words) get the respective franchise. But then again, you can't account for taste.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
To be honest, I love how all the work we put into the site has put us where we are. When Boss started the website up again, it was just me, him and The Ultimate Predator. We were constantly working to get back on the top. I must have gone out and done so many interviews. And when Ikarop came on board, we took steps higher in the covering of games. I'm proud of where we are now because of what we've done. And the community :-) There are specific people in the community I talk to regularly, even if it's nothing to do with AvP. Poor Purebreedalien has to endure me rambling about cars and airsoft. It's nice to see the bonds and relationships that have formed as a result of this website. I mean, Vulhala and Shakermakerman are coming airsofting with me in a few months. How often would you be comfortable just meeting randomer's from the internet and going an outing with them? Well...I guess if you're one of those people who picks up randomers online...but then I guess you'd already be comfortable doing that.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I think I'd like people to stop being so negative and so close-minded. There's too much looking for things to wrag on and moan about and it does frustrate me at times. It's not just specific to Galaxy but internet fandom in general. I especially hate going on GateWorld (the big Stargate website) because it's just full of hate, complaint and over sensitive people. Some of the AvP fans I know in person have commented about this attitude on a specific other Alien game related website. I'm saying just accept crap, I'm saying stop complaining for the sake of it. I'd also love for the petty arguments to stop. I sometimes feel like a school teacher which can be irritating.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
I could never pick a favourite. That's like asking a parent to pick a favourite child Tongue I'd definitely say there's a crowd of people I like, friends I would call them. And people I respect but may not talk to too much. I spend a lot of time talking to Purebreedalien, Vulhala, Uncanny, Fitzgerald. And I respect Valaquen and SM for their knowledge. And SiL. I used to talk to him a lot but not so much these days but he's another respected, knowledgeable member of the community. And I can't not love Ikarop. Without him I doubt we'd be as successful as we are. His online journalism skills are astounding. I feel completely redundant sometimes. And the Big Man himself. I don't talk to him anywhere near as much as I used to which is a shame. But we've come through this era of online AvP fandom together and it's fair to say I actually grew up and matured with him always there to talk to.
What is your favorite curse word?
Haha. This has to be the c-bomb. It just rolls off your tongue. And it always seems to be a favourite on X-Box Live. There's something about how I say it with the British accent that people seem to love.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
I don't believe in anything like that. Religion only ever seems to cause trouble as far as I'm concerned. I think I'll just cease to be. Or I'll hopefully turn into conscious energy or something akin to ascension from Stargate. But in all likelihood, I'll just stop being.
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
Pizza. Gotta be pizza! I absolutely love a good pizza but I don't have it too much as it murders my complexion and I need to stay pretty. Pepperoni and chicken pizza with mayo dip. I'm getting hungry thinking about it now. And it's gotta be from Pizza Paz if it's my last meal. The. Best. Pizza. Ever. It's a shame I've moved away from that area as I don't get to eat it much anymore. But then again, that probably stops me eating pizza so much.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
To be honest (not that I haven't been so far), I don't have a clue how I feel about it. I'd love another Alien related movie and we get one report saying "It's got a Space Jockey chamber in it" and then the week after we get another one saying "No, barely related at all". But then again, it's a Ridley Scott sci-fi film. And Giger is involved. I, personally, think it will be Alien related and I'm going to continue to cover it on Galaxy and go see it as early as possible but with all the conflicting information on it so far it's hard to be excited or indifferent. I'm more puzzled than anything.
Over the years you've worked on a slew of AVP related websites. How did this start out and what compelled you to stick at it?
You know, I cannot remember what compelled me to do an Alien/Predator website. At some point in my late pre-teens I decided I wanted to learn how to make websites so I taught myself HTML over a weekend. I remember making a terrible little website about myself, all the pages had different background and aligned text. I think AvP was probably the first online fandom I got into though. I remember visiting AvPNews from as far back as being 10 years old. I eventually met somebody a good few years older than me, at school, who was an ICT Senior Student, and he showed me a little AvP website he'd made. I think that must have been where it came from.
I eventually ended up making AvPWorld. I spent so many hours sat in front of the PC, typing up trivia from the Quadrilogy, searching the internet, taking screenshots from AvP2. I went through about 3 different versions over the years. I think I had it running for about 3 and a half year, maybe 4 before I gave it up to work on the reincarnated AvPNews. I remember being halfway through a 4th design. In that time I'd started posting news for Absolute AvP which was the new version of AvP2.net. At some point I'd made friends with Darkness and I'd been visiting AvPGalaxy from its earliest version. I ended up being Merch moderator on his old Conforums board which, as I recall, was a little phase I'd started off with my AvPWorld forum. So many Conforums/Proboards AvP forum popped up.
A reincarnated version of AvPNews showed up around 2005 I think and they were asking for staff. I was starting to struggle with the technical side of web-design so I joined AvPNews as editorial, not having to worry too much about the technical stuff. I took all my interviews and articles over there, did the news and etc. Even ended up recruiting someone to do a File of the Week thing at one point. Eventually the boss left and left it all to me. I learnt a few things about PHP but I struggled with it. Tried to get a new layout designed, something I could work with but it never got anywhere and then that AICN of AvP2's script came out. I'd been on my own, I'd been struggling and then the love gave out. I just gave up.
Don't think it lasted long though. I forget when exactly Darkness got in contact with me but he asked if he could publish the reviews, interviews, articles and etc I'd done for my own sites for his redesign of AvPGalaxy he was working on. I forget exactly when about it was, but I eventually just offered my services as well as what I'd already done. And that began my journey with Galaxy to here.
It was certainly hard to keep the motivation at some points, especially when I was my own until AvPNews and then eventually left on my own again. It's not as bad with a huge team of staff like here. I know if I have a off week, the website wont fail without me. It takes a lot of pressure off. But all the new media coming out really helps keep the love alive. The Anthology, the new games, etc. It helps keep the interest.
What is your favourite part of being Editorial/Co-Admin on AVPGalaxy?
I love all the opportunities being staff here has given me. I've been to Euro Gamer which I would never have known about or attended had it not been for my love of AvP and the desire to get a preview for Galaxy out there. And, of course, the visit to Rebellion. Never ever imagined I would get to do something like that. Special thanks go out to Alex Moore and Ikarop for that. I'm especially proud of those previews and the interview I did when I visited Rebellion. Was the first, and so far only, face-to-face interview I've done. When you get to do something that cool, it just instils a special passion for the resulting article. I do hope to be able to repeat these experiences with future gaming conventions for Colonial Marines and I'd love to visit Creative Assembly for the new game.
It also gives me a chance to flex my mind with articles and interviews and publicity relations. I love being able to have an idea, research it, write it up. And a lot of the stuff I've done here is mentionable on a CV so it's nice padding out.
You've mentioned multiple times that you aspire to be a journalist. What attracts you to that career and was this inspired at all by your trip to Rebellion?
No, that idea came about well before visiting Rebellion. I had to decide what to do with my life. I'd been to college to study Film/TV production but the course and tutors just completely killed all passion for it. I didn't know what to do with my life. Then I thought about the work I'd done with Galaxy and how that was essentially online journalism so I thought why not take a crack at it. I ended up going back to college to do English Language and general Media but life took that away. I couldn't afford to live off my part-time job so I had to take the plunge into full-time employment. I still don't know what I want to do with life. I'm just living for 5pm and the weekend at the moment. Bit of a sad life style but I'm working to live, like lots of others in Britain.
You featured in the documentary 'Alien Fans' by Dennis Lowe, how did this come about?
Now that was fun. I occasionally pop onto other AvP websites to see what's cracking off with the rest of the community and I noticed this thread from Dennis Lowe who had taken up residence on Alien Experience. He was asking for fans to talk about Alien. I figured "why not?" It wasn't like that chance would pop up often. I e-mailed him my interest, he rang me up and we talked briefly about what I could contribute towards the documentary which ended up being talking about online fandom and how Predator ended up associated with the Alien series. We had talked about the comics and novels etc but that was all cut. It was a fun experience. Was my first steps towards over-coming the dislike of how my voice sounded recorded. xD
I'm also going to be in Andrew Clark's Aliens Encounter documentary. I went to a convention last year, recognized one of the Alien cosplayers (Abe the Alien) and messaged him on Twitter to make sure it was him and went up and said hi. He introduced me to some of the chaps he was with including Andrew who asked me to do a short segment.
You review many of the EU comics and books for AVPGalaxy. What is your views on the EU in general and how it's been handled over the years?
Ha. The EU is just...well...it's diverse, we'll put it that way. I know I said I'm open minded but I still have my limits. I hate crossovers beyond belief. And I know, I know. AvP is a crossover but it's the only one that logically works for me. Some EU stuff is bad beyond belief, some is absolutely fantastic. Again, it's down to the authors and how well they get the franchises or the interference of The Powers That Be. I love Aliens –No Exit up until the end, the part that Dark Horse had interfered with.
Don't get me wrong, there's some fantastic stuff in the EU. It gives writers and fans an opportunity to explore areas of the franchise that the movies can't. I spent ages trying to secure a copy of Destroy Angels (before I had a debit card or knew of eBay) just because I knew it explored the Jockeys. I brought a copy of AvP – Prey because I'd heard about the Yautja. I may not like the idea too much now but I know plenty who do and I was certainly curious to find out about it.
But it's just like the movies. You'll get good ones. You'll get bad ones. You'll get people who just get it and people who don't. But I love the opportunities it affords people to explore.
Finally an airsoft version of Jack O'Neill's P-90 or an M41A "Pulse Rifle"...Which would you own?
I have a P90 actually, a Tokyo Mauri one that I brought a few years back. It was my primary for a while but I've since got up to more high end manufacturers. Don't get me wrong, Tokyo Mauri is fantastic but I don't think they're worth the money currently being charged for them. They were a lot cheaper a few years ago. That said, the internals of Airsoft Pulse Rifles are Mauri too, from their Thompsons. And the kit costs a fortune. At least £600. Darren Kemp, who is working on Aliens Epilogue, is selling his Pulse Rifle which he'd got customized even more so that the grenade launcher worked (which the standard set doesn't). I was tempted to buy it, but it cost a grand and I actually looked at a loan. But didn't do it in the end.
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 21, 2011, 09:46:59 PM
Stargate (the shows, movies, literature and I do work on a virtual series for that)
Brofist, Mister Marine. 8)
Fantastic interview guys, you were so fast this time! Great job.
Another one up so quickly? Sweet! Great interview for that matter. :)
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 21, 2011, 09:46:59 PMIf you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I think I'd like people to stop being so negative and so close-minded. There's too much looking for things to wrag on and moan about and it does frustrate me at times. It's not just specific to Galaxy but internet fandom in general. I especially hate going on GateWorld (the big Stargate website) because it's just full of hate, complaint and over sensitive people. Some of the AvP fans I know in person have commented about this attitude on a specific other Alien game related website. I'm saying just accept crap, I'm saying stop complaining for the sake of it. I'd also love for the petty arguments to stop. I sometimes feel like a school teacher which can be irritating.
I very much agree with this.
Indepth interview.
And a great history lesson on the site.
Good one.
Great interview Hicks. These interviews are fantastic to read.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jun 21, 2011, 09:53:02 PM
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 21, 2011, 09:46:59 PM
Stargate (the shows, movies, literature and I do work on a virtual series for that)
Brofist, Mister Marine. 8)
Seconded. Stargate has always been a joy to watch. :)
Woah, damn awesome stuff there!
Mondo interesting interview, really great to see!
Hicks my man, where do you airsoft! What guns do you have!?
At my place I know someone with a Pulse Rifle! ;D
Quote from: First Blood on Jun 21, 2011, 10:05:43 PM
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jun 21, 2011, 09:53:02 PM
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 21, 2011, 09:46:59 PM
Stargate (the shows, movies, literature and I do work on a virtual series for that)
Brofist, Mister Marine. 8)
Seconded. Stargate has always been a joy to watch. :)
Damn straight. Used to watch that everyday after school.
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Brilliant interview, Aeus and Hicks!
Very long interview but well worth the read!
Nice work fellas :D
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jun 21, 2011, 09:53:02 PM
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 21, 2011, 09:46:59 PM
Stargate (the shows, movies, literature and I do work on a virtual series for that)
Brofist, Mister Marine. 8)
Fantastic interview guys, you were so fast this time! Great job.
i'll brofist that too, (fourthed?) and the Big Bang Theory and How i Met your Mother thing, i recently started watching them and like em a lot.
why does it say Tongue randomly in the middle of that answer though
Smiley fail.
QuoteBut sometimes, general negative attitudes towards what I've enjoyed do get a bit much at times. Predators, for example, I absolutely loved and it revitalized my interest but the Predators board got so hostile I just stopped going in it.
Damn, I had no idea. I feel kinda bad for you. It must be hard seeing something you liked torn to shreds. I feel the same way about Godzilla (1998)... I love that damn movie but every comment I see about it is negative.
QuoteA reincarnated version of AvPNews showed up around 2005 I think and they were asking for staff. I was starting to struggle with the technical side of web-design so I joined AvPNews as editorial, not having to worry too much about the technical stuff. I took all my interviews and articles over there, did the news and etc. Even ended up recruiting someone to do a File of the Week thing at one point. Eventually the boss left and left it all to me. I learnt a few things about PHP but I struggled with it. Tried to get a new layout designed, something I could work with but it never got anywhere
I remember that. You were working really hard to get it off the ground and you weren't given any help at all.
QuoteNow that was fun. I occasionally pop onto other AvP websites to see what's cracking off with the rest of the community and I noticed this thread from Dennis Lowe who had taken up residence on Alien Experience. He was asking for fans to talk about Alien. I figured "why not?" It wasn't like that chance would pop up often. I e-mailed him my interest, he rang me up and we talked briefly about what I could contribute towards the documentary which ended up being talking about online fandom and how Predator ended up associated with the Alien series. We had talked about the comics and novels etc but that was all cut. It was a fun experience. Was my first steps towards over-coming the dislike of how my voice sounded recorded.
That was cool too. I remember when I first saw that. I was actually quite proud of you for doing it.
Quote from: Darkness on Jun 22, 2011, 04:37:44 PM
I feel the same way about Godzilla (1998)... I love that damn movie but every comment I see about it is negative.
Words cannot express the LOVE. :o :D
Just came to my attention that there is a province in Canada named New Brunswick. Just want to point out that I wasn't referring to that in my interview. In the state of New Jersey in the US, there's a city called New Brunswick as well and that's the city that I was referring to. Sorry for any confusion. :-[
Quote from: predxeno on Jun 22, 2011, 05:16:09 PM
Just came to my attention that there is a province in Canada named New Brunswick. Just want to point out that I wasn't referring to that in my interview. In the state of New Jersey in the US, there's a city called New Brunswick as well and that's the city that I was referring to. Sorry for any confusion. :-[
Wasn't too hung up on it :laugh:
Weird. Not so salty, then.
Best interview, really indepth, and done in a short time span.
Really is great to get to know you guys better.
Predxeno, Hicks, you guys are dishing out great amounts of insight into your characters, and it is wonderful.
Quote from: Xenodog on Jun 21, 2011, 10:15:03 PM
Hicks my man, where do you airsoft! What guns do you have!?
At my place I know someone with a Pulse Rifle! ;D
I go to sites around the UK Midlands. First and Only Airsoft sites usually. Shaker, Vul and I will be going to Matlock Combat Games.
QuoteDamn, I had no idea. I feel kinda bad for you. It must be hard seeing something you liked torn to shreds. I feel the same way about Godzilla (1998)... I love that damn movie but every comment I see about it is negative.
Well we all have varying opinions but I thought with Predators is was completely blown out of the water. And I liked it too. Loved the cartoon.
QuoteI remember that. You were working really hard to get it off the ground and you weren't given any help at all.
It was hard to work with a language I didn't quite understand and have very limited access to the host.
Thanks for the kind words. It's nice to be able to speak personally.
Quote from: predxeno on Jun 22, 2011, 05:16:09 PM
Just came to my attention that there is a province in Canada named New Brunswick. Just want to point out that I wasn't referring to that in my interview. In the state of New Jersey in the US, there's a city called New Brunswick as well and that's the city that I was referring to. Sorry for any confusion. :-[
Oh. Well, nevermind then.
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 23, 2011, 04:44:55 PM
Quote from: Xenodog on Jun 21, 2011, 10:15:03 PM
Hicks my man, where do you airsoft! What guns do you have!?
At my place I know someone with a Pulse Rifle! ;D
I go to sites around the UK Midlands. First and Only Airsoft sites usually. Shaker, Vul and I will be going to Matlock Combat Games.
have you ever done any airsofting at sites in Reading? my girlfriends brother sometimes goes to a couple of sites there, would be a coincidence if you did too.
You from Reading Avatar III?
no, south coast, near Brighton
Bah, this forum needs more people from Reading.
Quote from: AvatarIII on Jun 24, 2011, 11:59:57 AM
no, south coast, near Brighton
Suit, I completely forgot to hit you up when I was at Butlins. We should've had that beer :(
Quote from: Aeus on Jun 24, 2011, 12:01:14 PM
Bah, this forum needs more people from Reading.
Pfft, it needs more Canucks is what it needs.
Quote from: AvatarIII on Jun 24, 2011, 11:18:26 AM
have you ever done any airsofting at sites in Reading? my girlfriends brother sometimes goes to a couple of sites there, would be a coincidence if you did too.
I have been to a site in Reading called the Mall. But it's a once every year kinda thing. It's a bit of a drive away so we get Travel Lodge and etc.
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 23, 2011, 04:44:55 PM
Quote from: Xenodog on Jun 21, 2011, 10:15:03 PM
Hicks my man, where do you airsoft! What guns do you have!?
At my place I know someone with a Pulse Rifle! ;D
I go to sites around the UK Midlands. First and Only Airsoft sites usually. Shaker, Vul and I will be going to Matlock Combat Games.
Really!?
I go to First and Only and Airsoft Skirmish, have you been to the F&O Kiddiminster site?
Awesome interviews.. thanks guys, these are a blast to read.
Quote from: Xenodog on Jun 25, 2011, 12:34:51 PM
Really!?
I go to First and Only and Airsoft Skirmish, have you been to the F&O Kiddiminster site?
Yeah. I've been to Asylum a few times. Not a lot this year because when I've gone F&O I've been Anzio. I'm booking into The Outpost/Tunnels for next month.
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 26, 2011, 08:38:31 AM
Quote from: Xenodog on Jun 25, 2011, 12:34:51 PM
Really!?
I go to First and Only and Airsoft Skirmish, have you been to the F&O Kiddiminster site?
Yeah. I've been to Asylum a few times. Not a lot this year because when I've gone F&O I've been Anzio. I'm booking into The Outpost/Tunnels for next month.
Crazy! I may have been in a game with you!
And yeah, I might go to the tunnels too.
I'm booked in for the 17th of July.
I wuv you too, Hicks :P.
Great job on the interviews! I'm loving all the questions and responses. Can't wait for the next one.
These are turning out really well. Great job Aeus!
Great interview with Hicks, thansk Aeus.
Lovin These!
So what happened to these?
We just need to wait its like waiting for Christmas its painfull
I forgot about these completely :P
I hope another one is going to come out, it took months upon months for this idea to happen, and I don't want it to die after 5 - 7 interviews.
I doubt if we have run out of interesting people.
I think Aeus is busy with the TDKR thread.
Quote from: maledoro on Jul 27, 2011, 12:05:51 AM
I doubt if we have run out of interesting people.
We haven't.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 27, 2011, 04:40:35 AM
I think Aeus is busy with the TDKR thread.
That and he's always chatting away in the chat room.
Just been busy recently, my Dad has a lot of business on at the moment that I'm helping out with. Haven't forgotten though about this though.
So these interviews are NOT on your priority list. ;)
Yeah, got lots of fun expenses to do.
I love this thread so much.
Since he's busy perhaps someone else could "helm this project" while he's dealing with other matters?
If personalized questions are becoming too difficult, perhaps you should limit them to 2 or 3. With a fairly generic template, you could send it to various members and reduce your workload to keep the project alive.
I'd be fine with waiting for him to return to the weekly format; it'd probably be better off leaving it to Aeus, seeing as the thread started with him and has established a format.
What do you mean 'the thread started with him?' As in he was the one who started interviewing people?
Like, he literally started the thread, took action on your idea and all that stuff.
I'd like to vote for the following people to have interviews.
Sabres
Spaghetti
Locusta
of course there are dozens of others as well, but these are the top 3 I'd like to hear more about.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Aug 01, 2011, 06:07:34 AM
Like, he literally started the thread, took action on your idea and all that stuff.
True. He did what no other mod (or anybody really) could do. He put the idea into gear. He does deserve credit for it.
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I think we should get Aeus to do his own questionnaire, with extra questions provided by us.
Ok its been forever were are the new interviews!
In limbo. ;-;
Ok guys. After a brief hiatus from these fantastic interviews, I thought I'd get the ball rolling again. Hopefully these will build momentum again.
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This week we have a chat with the Galaxy's own up and coming artist/writer
Space SweeperFirst off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?Aliens; I'm a sucker for a good war (in this case Vietnam) analogy set in sci-fi. It's tough to say though, I always drift back and forth between this and Alien... I think it's just because this is easier for me to re-watch, seeing as Alien still scares the shit out of me. I'd say they're equal though, for their own reasons; both are masterful movies, and the best sci-fi horror I've ever seen.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'A precocious teen living alone in the dark tower known as Penthouse-I. I was born in west British Columbia and also raised there. I spent most of my time playing basket ball on the playground, but also chilling out and relaxing. One day however, a couple of guys that weren't up to any good started making trouble in my residential area. Well, I ended up getting in a fight with said guys, which terrified my mother. As a result, she sent me to the most tranquil area of North Vancouver.
So basically, I just sit here and try to maintain both contact with my friends back in my old town and even a girlfriend there too. I'd probably call it a balancing act if I wasn't so lazy for half of it, but whatever. I pass most of my time now writing and drawing (as opposed to playing basketball and fighting hoodlums)
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?In short, in skyrocketed my appreciation of science fiction to places it simply wouldn't have been without it. Also, taught me the invaluable lesson of pacing.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?Well, as we seem to be returning to universe with Prometheus and Colonial Marines, I find my interest returning after a long hiatus. Really, it's been the community this whole time though. There is a large cast of unforgettable characters here, and the more forgettable ones are good for a few cheap laughs. The funner folks I always love talking with over IM, whether it be the site's or good old Windows Live, it's almost always a riot. Not to mention some of the latenight XBL sessions...
Biggest thing keeping me from saying "okay, I've gained some web friends" and leaving, however, is Fatale. That's been a blast to share and have people updated on. I haven't actually established it on any other website, and considering what it's grown to now, I'm quite honestly amazed it made it this far. And I'm happy it did; it really spurs me forward, and makes me feel like a considerably less lazy person.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Well, I think after AvP-R dropped the ball on it's sagging [REDACTED], everybody crawled back into their holes and gave up hope... and I don't blame them. So really, I think it's very safe to say that it was a sharp decline from there on. Something I will always give the first AvP and Predators props for is getting this generation into both the Alien and Predator series, so I have some amount of respect for both of those films, even if they weren't exactly great.
I'm getting very good vibes from Prometheus though, and while I can mostly be found laughing at some of the wild theories on it's respective boards, I really do love the enthusiasm toward it. And I'm happy for that; a bit of faith in Ridley Scott is a good thing- this is the man who brought us both Alien AND Blade Runner, two of the most important science fiction movies out there.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.The people. Even the less desirable ones. The fact that we have actually formed sub communities is awesome too, it's practically become a social network to some degree, except people can't get mad at one guy for touching his girlfriend's ass in a comment section.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?Ban [REDACTED].
Spoiler
"Is he serious, or...?"
Just one? Wow, okay, the pressure is o-- Sharp Sticks.
What is your favorite curse word?Mothershitf**k. It rolls off the tongue beautifully and with unchallenged grace. But don't try to combine the words together into some comprehensible picture. First heard by me when uttered by the goddess of swearing, Debra Morgan from Dexter.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?"So who's your favorite Pony?"
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?[REDACTED]
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?Semi-answered above, but I love it. If this was simply an Alien prequel, I would be disappointed, but by keeping it in the same universe, at an earlier time, and with a story not simply working toward explaing how everything in Alien came to be, there is a large amount of intrigue from me and the rest of the fans here on the site. Also, I feel it gives Ridley and Lindelof a certain amount of freedom to do what they really want to it, without having to be tied down directly to the events of Alien. I'm very positive about how it's going so far.
How has the Galaxy Changed for better/worse in your time as a member?I doubt it's actually changed, but I have. I've become, well, for lack of a better term, a bit more of a dick over the time I've spent here, and I don't mind admitting it. But there's always going to be something that starts bugging you over time that you never had a problem with in the first place, and when that starts to happen, I respond negatively. That all said, all I have to do is join an MSN chat with Shobidoo and Sharp Sticks and I remember what's good; those guys are like the anti-negatives.
One of my friends once described me as "the Jolly Cynic". I think he was high on cocaine and painkillers though.
For an AVP site, there seems to be a lot of negativity toward the films. What are your thoughts on the two hybrid films and what direction would you take if you were at the helm?Well, I believe I can answer both questions like this: I would direct them, both species blind folded, toward a cliff high above a rocky ocean inlet.
Too grim? Okay, how about this: A true "versus" was never meant to be, but if it was, the Alien universe would be the only one to do it in, same with the timeframe. The spirit of the "versus" would be cause and effect, cat and mouse. Predator wants the Alien because it's the only species it's come across that is not on it's wall. The Alien wants to survive, and it naturally knows it can't take a Predator head on; it's goal is to form a hive and take human hosts. Both motives make the humans a hindrance for the Predator, and a target of the Alien's. This strays from both the AvP canon and the hive mind type Alien (though it was always thought from me that a single alien acted in a far more subtle manner until a hive was established). In between, there would be a cast of regular humans, and four marines to escort them. I would never follow the Alien, when it is in an area seperate from everybody else, and use shots of the Predator sparingly; respectful of both film's source material. I would try best not to echo Alien, Aliens, or Predator in how the plot unfolds, but there lies the greatest challenge.
Really, that would be the only AvP I, myself, would care to watch.
You are quickly becoming recognized for your artistic and writing talents. What are some of your influences and how do they effect your creations?The influences come from everywhere. My main goal with my series is to combine the feel of each of these in one comprehensible package. We have, say, the irresistable dark humor of Dexter, combined with the futuristic galactic community consisting of multiple races of Star Wars or Mass Effect. The future/tech noir vibes of Blade Runner with the visual beauty of Tron: Legacy. A clean and bright future cityscape that can devolve into the bad part of any modern town in the blink of an eye. A modern story told with visuals taken from all eras of science fiction, and reality. The list goes on to fulfil what I've only ever been able to describe as Cyberfunk.
This forms a blend that is fun, intriguing, hilarious, and coherent. As for the style of the characters, I draw inspiration from those who create characters that are endlessly viewable; Harvey Kurtzman, Bruce Timm, Dan DeCarlo, Spike Brandt, Lauren Faust, I could keep going forever. I want the characters to appear... well, adorable to an extent. The fact that the context will always be very adult oriented, but featuring these oddly lovable looking characters I had decided upon on day one-- it had to be like this.
Fatale has been somewhat of a cult hit at the galaxy. For those who are unfamiliar with the project can you give us a little bit of background on how this project started seeing the light of day, and what can we expect in the future?It's conception was a number of steps and experiences.
I'd say I fell in love with cartooning since watching Hercules (1997) as a kid, and already being into drawing because of Jurassic Park, I was then put into a search for my own style of drawing people. And my god was I terrible at drawing women.
Women are what drive Fatale, and I first had the inspiration to make a story based around one around the same time that I broke up with my first girlfriend, hilariously enough. She had too many qualities that I couldn't stand to a point where I found them hilarious, endearing, and charming-- ironically, the same reason I went out with her in the first place [laughs, pointless adjustment of glass on coaster]. This inspired both the characters of Juliana Emerson and Juliet Turner; polar opposites in many regards, but not without their binds. With Juliana and the police sergeant Alyssa Jansen, role reversal was always a large interest and constant theme in the series; one is the down-on-her-luck detective, and the other is a corporate assassin... neither the character that the title refers to.
I only really wanted to do my own sci-fi story since finishing the Halo trilogy; I hadn't ever been taken by a universe like that since Star Wars, and I never even read into that as much. After that came Mass Effect, and that only pushed me closer to the point where I would start to actually put thought and basic structure behind these pieces of inspiration and intrigue that had drifting in my mind since watching Duck Dodgers back in '03, just without any motivation. Who did I want this character to be? What were her motivations? What would everything look like. The pieces were adrift, and I didn't even know if any of this shit would appeal to anybody... until I made a post on Galaxy 'just to make sure'.
Now, I could go in without a visual, I'd write a whole lot and end up stepping on my dick; I needed something to grab their attention, and it wasn't just going to be the topic sentence-- which was, quote "Just try to picture a confident, calculated and beautiful female assassin", un-quote-- guess I was pretty desperate [laughs, and brings glass half way up as to drink, but puts it back down]. So I decided what I would do was draw a character to give a visual to the woman I had described... which was the character of Space Sweeper. No, that's not a joke, I'm serious. Space Sweeper, a young woman saving the universe against all that would do it wrong. She was basically, Samus Aran, Barbarella, and Katma Tui rolled into one. This was just a character I had sketched up in grade seven; which was a long time before I had joined this site, nevermind concieved Fatale. A Space Sweeper was also a cool laser gun which was meant for firing in zero gravity that looked like one of those Striker shotguns with a large silencer on it. I drew in grade 9, so that would always be the "cool" explanation for the name until now, I guess. So Space Sweeper fell from being the beautiful Queen Protector of the universe to a heavy drinking celebrity who makes half her wage posing as a model/staff manager, and the other half killing people better than anybody else: Juliana Emerson.
Time flew, and followers, or "Fatallowers" (shut up) as I rather like to refer to them as, started joining in, and giving me motivation to really start expanding things. Just the other night, I was posting a long piece of backstory for the universe and I couldn't believe that I had expanded the story this much from a point in which it was a story as simple as "a boy and his dog"... but more fittingly "a girl and her gun". And that was what got people in in the first place, so if I ever lose sight of that, I likely lose the audience. But the more I build, it feels like the appeal will grow, and I'm positive that feeling is true.
Where I am right now is about to finish the writing process of 'season' 1 (I structure it the same as a network would a television show), and things are really coming to a head, storywise. I haven't hidden the scripts from the public; I've even gone so far as to link them in the first post; I figure the people still reading are the ones that don't mind reading it in purely written form before it's release in it's final comic form. Most of these people have been with the series since the beginning and are actually interested in the story to the point where they'll go with half the experience and see it through to the end. I love these people dearly; gentlemen and scholars, all of them.
After writing, I hit the concept art full force, and do script touch ups. The opening scene of the series is already far extended from what is available on the site currently; I wasn't aware of the scope I was going to commit to with that first episode, seeing as it was really a 'pilot' episode for myself to see if I had anything. It really doesn't have much to do with the main story, and only the only lead character it features is Juliana. This changes slightly in the extended opening, as there are brief allusions to every character, and it has a much more cinematic feel to it. That said, it still fulfills the same purpose as say, the opening to a Bond film.
The future? I don't know what the future holds for Fatale, but I really do hope it catches on, as it means more to me than too many other things in my life [laughs, jerks glass up awkwardly, spilling water on lap].
[Silence]
...Will you ever do a Alien/Predator/Fatale Crossover?I think I smell a Halloween Special...
You are fairly young compared to others in the fanbase, do you feel that your generation appreciates the franchises differently to the generations that have been there from the start?Certainly. Of course with my generation, Predators are the 'cool' thing to like and be into; commonly described as being... "some "beast" or "beastly" dudes who enter "beast-mode" (I assume this refers to the camoflauge effect?) to rip other human dudes' spines out and stuff.". When Aliens are brought up in conversation, Predators are never far behind. Really, this generation is all about Predators, and you need a more focused friend to watch Alien/Aliens with, it seems. Not exactly disappointing for me though, considering I can get more than my share of Alien discussion here if I want. Alien is the fanbase I joined out of, if you can't notice [laughs, dabs the water spill gently with a cloth, most likely silk; it has that doily type rim though, I can't really--]
If you had the chance to work on a Alien/Predator film, what job would you ideally take (in front or behind the lens)?First of all, if it's directed by B-Rad G, I may want to be in front of the lens, but by default, I'd like to be a screenwriter and possibly director, following through on what I had mentioned far above.
Lastly who would win in a wacom fight, Sharp Sticks or Bat Chain Puller?Double seppuku with the tablet pens, both of their blood flowing into one beautiful masterpiece of a mural.
[laughs, taking a successful sip of water]
Loved it! Great job on the interview you two.
Good interview Sweeps :)
Based on that picture, I'd say you're Pink.
Great interview. I loved it. Learned a few new things about you and
Fatale, and it was pretty hilari-
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 26, 2011, 12:54:14 PM
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Just one? Wow, okay, the pressure is o-- Sharp Sticks.
...
Spoiler
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Excellent! Can't wait for more of those. ;D
An excellent interview, nice to see this move forward again. :)
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 26, 2011, 12:54:14 PMA precocious teen living alone in the dark tower known as Penthouse-I. I was born in west British Columbia and also raised there. I spent most of my time playing basket ball on the playground, but also chilling out and relaxing. One day however, a couple of guys that weren't up to any good started making trouble in my residential area. Well, I ended up getting in a fight with said guys, which terrified my mother. As a result, she sent me to the most tranquil area of North Vancouver.
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It's good.
It's good.
QuoteIf Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"So who's your favorite Pony?"
:D
Quote from: Blacklabel on Aug 26, 2011, 06:08:25 PM
QuoteIf Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"So who's your favorite Pony?"
:D
XD
This interview was a Sweep.
...
...
sorry.
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Aug 26, 2011, 04:46:59 PM
Based on that picture, I'd say you're Pink.
Great interview. I loved it. Learned a few new things about you and Fatale, and it was pretty hilari-
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 26, 2011, 12:54:14 PM
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Just one? Wow, okay, the pressure is o-- Sharp Sticks.
...
Spoiler
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Awww.
Here, have some evolution.
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Yay!
Great interview guys. I call dibs on having one of the next interviews. >_>
Fantastic interview Bruvva, very nice read.
Quote from: Laufey on Aug 26, 2011, 04:57:31 PM
An excellent interview, nice to see this move forward again. :)
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 26, 2011, 12:54:14 PMA precocious teen living alone in the dark tower known as Penthouse-I. I was born in west British Columbia and also raised there. I spent most of my time playing basket ball on the playground, but also chilling out and relaxing. One day however, a couple of guys that weren't up to any good started making trouble in my residential area. Well, I ended up getting in a fight with said guys, which terrified my mother. As a result, she sent me to the most tranquil area of North Vancouver.
http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/2501/freshprince.gif
Hahahaha, I was thinking the same thing.
Sweeps you got me to laugh here have an internet cookie!
Spoiler
I want to be next!
Perhaps a Mod *Cough* Aeus *Cough* should take it over, currently it seems to be turning into a request free for all.
People always want a turn in the spotlight after a new interview, no matter who's conducting. If Ghostface is up for doing these while Aeus is busy I don't see a problem.
Quote from: Xenodog on Aug 28, 2011, 08:21:06 PM
Perhaps a Mod *Cough* Aeus *Cough* should take it over, currently it seems to be turning into a request free for all.
Don't worry. Anyone that asks is being given herpes.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Aug 28, 2011, 06:48:02 PM
Quote from: Laufey on Aug 26, 2011, 04:57:31 PM
An excellent interview, nice to see this move forward again. :)
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 26, 2011, 12:54:14 PMA precocious teen living alone in the dark tower known as Penthouse-I. I was born in west British Columbia and also raised there. I spent most of my time playing basket ball on the playground, but also chilling out and relaxing. One day however, a couple of guys that weren't up to any good started making trouble in my residential area. Well, I ended up getting in a fight with said guys, which terrified my mother. As a result, she sent me to the most tranquil area of North Vancouver.
http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/2501/freshprince.gif
Hahahaha, I was thinking the same thing.
Yup, what I was going for. :laugh:
Thanks to Ghostface for getting these interviews going again, I felt the soreness from their absence, and there were some great questions.
Who's next? :) i needs more
You'll find out soon.
Ok we're back with another one. This time we have the man with the unforgettably disturbing Avatar, Maledoro!
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimage.toutlecine.com%2Fphotos%2Fp%2Fu%2Fl%2Fpulp-fiction-07-g.jpg&hash=e46dce42f2910b4edfba10bc5f252d018e0b538e)
First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
It would be Alien. Unfortunately for the other movies in the franchise, it was the first and, therefore, the most original of them all. It was visually stunning for my (then) 13-year-old eyes, as I was very much into Heavy Metal magazine and was amazed to see some of my favorite artists' stylings brought to life.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well, as Lewis Black once said, "If you can't say what you do for a living in 25 words or less, it's probably illegal."
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Slightly. Alien had pretty much became the yardstick I would use to measure other films. If I were ever to helm a futuristic sci-fi film, I would be borrowing heavily from Alien to give the settings a "Weylan Yutani" look! Other than that, I tend to wear cargo pants and t-shirts alot...
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
I would say it was curiosity. I'm curious to see which direction the next movie would take the series. After Alien Resurrection, I'm glad that the story of Ripley has finally(?) ended. I'll admit that years ago I was kicking and screaming at the mere thought of someone going back to explore the connection between the aliens and the Space Jockeys, but after hearing various things about Prometheus and seeing some of the Giger-designed sets, I'm having a better feeling about it and I'm not looking forward to the next prequel with dread.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Let me put on my asbestos suit. As much as I felt that Aliens was overrated, it was still a fun ride. Although I wasn't happy with the end result of Alien³, I appreciated what it had set out to be. I get tired of the "Hollywood endings" most movies have, but this one avoided it and gave a "nice" reminder that reality isn't filled with "Hollywood endings". People we love and care about do die. (Sadly, some people still insist on dragging out their mourning of the deaths of fictitious people for almost two decades.) The fourth movie was (like the other films) great eye candy, but I felt that pulling a deus ex machina stunt like cloning Ripley brought the series crashing down to an unsatisfying end. It was as if an delicate orchestral piece concluded with a perfect fade down, then somebody farts loudly.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
There are some, uh, "interesting" discussions that take place here.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I can't think of anything right at the moment.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
I would have to say Eidotemit, because he's an open-minded guy who actually keeps up on things and gives valuable input in threads. I'm not saying that he's the only one, but he definitely stands out.
What is your favorite curse word?
It depends on the situation. If I'm hurt, it's "f**k". If I don't believe what I'm hearing, "Shit!". If I'm surprised, "Jesus!", and if I'm disappointed, "Goddammit!".
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"How the hell did you get in here?!"
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
I'd start off with an antipasto of finocchiona, prosciutto di Parma, mortadella, gouda, and mixed olives. My main dish would be orecchiette con cime di rapa, served with a tomato salad. I would have a couple cannoli and a bowl of spumoni ice cream. I would have mineral water during the meal, and a nice rosé after the meal and before dessert.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I have mixed feelings. Although seeing the Giger sets puts me somewhat at ease, I question some of the "human" sets. Although this takes place in the same universe as Alien but earlier, some of those sets seem more high tech than what we had seen on the Nostromo.
How has the Galaxy Changed for better/worse in your time as a member?
What's the old saying? "Same circus, different clowns!"
For an AVP site, there seems to be a lot of negativity toward the films. What are your thoughts on the two hybrid films and what direction would you take if you were at the helm?
Although I thought the crossovers were fun in the comic books, they should have stayed there.
You have participated in some heated religious debates during you time here. What is it about the subject that draws you in, and how has your life influenced your outlook on it?
I like to see what makes others believe, just to see if I can get a different reason other they just like the idea of something being up there. As for my being influenced, with each response I read, I become more affirmed by my skepticism.
If you had the chance to work on a Alien/Predator film, what job would you ideally take (in front or behind the lens)?
I would love to act in one first, then write, then direct.
You can often be seen in political threads. What is your outlook on current world politics?
It depends on the region. Overall, I'm pessimistic.
You tend to have a very skeptic view towards many topics. Is this something that's always been present in your life, or is it more a reaction towards the mindset of "conspiracy theorists?"
I would say I've been a skeptic for most of life and exercise my skepticism everyday. Some people confuse skepticism with cynicism in that I reject everything. I do not reject something off the cuff; I question it. If I say that I don't believe in something like Bigfoot, it's not that I'm trying to be mean, I'm just informing the other person that there is no evidence that supports their view. Again, if there was a case to be made for Bigfoot, why are the crypto crowd getting their info from websites that sell videos and dubious TV shows rather than having it covered in science class at school?
Of all the non scientific "conspiracies" you've heard, what is the most ridiculous and which gets on your nerves the most?
Pretty much everything the Tea Party is dishing out. The Birthers claiming that Obama was born in Kenya still makes me blush.
You like big butts, im sure you cannot lie. The other members won't deny. When a girl walks in with an itty bitty waist and a round thing in your face, do you get sprung?
Fo' shizzle!
Thanks Mal for another great interview and a big shout out to Aeus and Pn2501 for help with the questions!
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 29, 2011, 02:52:26 AM
Ok we're back with another one. This time we have the man with the unforgettably disturbing Avatar, Maledoro!
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimage.toutlecine.com%2Fphotos%2Fp%2Fu%2Fl%2Fpulp-fiction-07-g.jpg&hash=e46dce42f2910b4edfba10bc5f252d018e0b538e)
First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
It would be Alien. Unfortunately for the other movies in the franchise, it was the first and, therefore, the most original of them all. It was visually stunning for my (then) 13-year-old eyes, as I was very much into Heavy Metal magazine and was amazed to see some of my favorite artists' stylings brought to life.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well, as Lewis Black once said, "If you can't say what you do for a living in 25 words or less, it's probably illegal."
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Slightly. Alien had pretty much became the yardstick I would use to measure other films. If I were ever to helm a futuristic sci-fi film, I would be borrowing heavily from Alien to give the settings a "Weylan Yutani" look! Other than that, I tend to wear cargo pants and t-shirts alot...
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
I would say it was curiosity. I'm curious to see which direction the next movie would take the series. After Alien Resurrection, I'm glad that the story of Ripley has finally(?) ended. I'll admit that years ago I was kicking and screaming at the mere thought of someone going back to explore the connection between the aliens and the Space Jockeys, but after hearing various things about Prometheus and seeing some of the Giger-designed sets, I'm having a better feeling about it and I'm not looking forward to the next prequel with dread.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Let me put on my asbestos suit. As much as I felt that Aliens was overrated, it was still a fun ride. Although I wasn't happy with the end result of Alien³, I appreciated what it had set out to be. I get tired of the "Hollywood endings" most movies have, but this one avoided it and gave a "nice" reminder that reality isn't filled with "Hollywood endings". People we love and care about do die. (Sadly, some people still insist on dragging out their mourning of the deaths of fictitious people for almost two decades.) The fourth movie was (like the other films) great eye candy, but I felt that pulling a deus ex machina stunt like cloning Ripley brought the series crashing down to an unsatisfying end. It was as if an delicate orchestral piece concluded with a perfect fade down, then somebody farts loudly.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
There are some, uh, "interesting" discussions that take place here.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I can't think of anything right at the moment.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
I would have to say Eidotemit, because he's an open-minded guy who actually keeps up on things and gives valuable input in threads. I'm not saying that he's the only one, but he definitely stands out.
What is your favorite curse word?
It depends on the situation. If I'm hurt, it's "f**k". If I don't believe what I'm hearing, "Shit!". If I'm surprised, "Jesus!", and if I'm disappointed, "Goddammit!".
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"How the hell did you get in here?!"
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
I'd start off with an antipasto of finocchiona, prosciutto di Parma, mortadella, gouda, and mixed olives. My main dish would be orecchiette con cime di rapa, served with a tomato salad. I would have a couple cannoli and a bowl of spumoni ice cream. I would have mineral water during the meal, and a nice rosé after the meal and before dessert.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I have mixed feelings. Although seeing the Giger sets puts me somewhat at ease, I question some of the "human" sets. Although this takes place in the same universe as Alien but earlier, some of those sets seem more high tech than what we had seen on the Nostromo.
How has the Galaxy Changed for better/worse in your time as a member?
What's the old saying? "Same circus, different clowns!"
For an AVP site, there seems to be a lot of negativity toward the films. What are your thoughts on the two hybrid films and what direction would you take if you were at the helm?
Although I thought the crossovers were fun in the comic books, they should have stayed there.
You have participated in some heated religious debates during you time here. What is it about the subject that draws you in, and how has your life influenced your outlook on it?
I like to see what makes others believe, just to see if I can get a different reason other they just like the idea of something being up there. As for my being influenced, with each response I read, I become more affirmed by my skepticism.
If you had the chance to work on a Alien/Predator film, what job would you ideally take (in front or behind the lens)?
I would love to act in one first, then write, then direct.
You can often be seen in political threads. What is your outlook on current world politics?
It depends on the region. Overall, I'm pessimistic.
You tend to have a very skeptic view towards many topics. Is this something that's always been present in your life, or is it more a reaction towards the mindset of "conspiracy theorists?"
I would say I've been a skeptic for most of life and exercise my skepticism everyday. Some people confuse skepticism with cynicism in that I reject everything. I do not reject something off the cuff; I question it. If I say that I don't believe in something like Bigfoot, it's not that I'm trying to be mean, I'm just informing the other person that there is no evidence that supports their view. Again, if there was a case to be made for Bigfoot, why are the crypto crowd getting their info from websites that sell videos and dubious TV shows rather than having it covered in science class at school?
Of all the non scientific "conspiracies" you've heard, what is the most ridiculous and which gets on your nerves the most?
Pretty much everything the Tea Party is dishing out. The Birthers claiming that Obama was born in Kenya still makes me blush.
You like big butts, im sure you cannot lie. The other members won't deny. When a girl walks in with an itty bitty waist and a round thing in your face, do you get sprung?
Fo' shizzle!
Thanks Mal for another great interview and a big shout out to Aeus and Pn2501 for help with the questions!
I expected nothing less. :D
I was wondering were Maledoro ran off to... non the less funny as always
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 29, 2011, 02:52:26 AM
Ok we're back with another one. This time we have the man with the unforgettably disturbing Avatar, Maledoro!
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimage.toutlecine.com%2Fphotos%2Fp%2Fu%2Fl%2Fpulp-fiction-07-g.jpg&hash=e46dce42f2910b4edfba10bc5f252d018e0b538e)
First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
It would be Alien. Unfortunately for the other movies in the franchise, it was the first and, therefore, the most original of them all. It was visually stunning for my (then) 13-year-old eyes, as I was very much into Heavy Metal magazine and was amazed to see some of my favorite artists' stylings brought to life.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well, as Lewis Black once said, "If you can't say what you do for a living in 25 words or less, it's probably illegal."
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Slightly. Alien had pretty much became the yardstick I would use to measure other films. If I were ever to helm a futuristic sci-fi film, I would be borrowing heavily from Alien to give the settings a "Weylan Yutani" look! Other than that, I tend to wear cargo pants and t-shirts alot...
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
I would say it was curiosity. I'm curious to see which direction the next movie would take the series. After Alien Resurrection, I'm glad that the story of Ripley has finally(?) ended. I'll admit that years ago I was kicking and screaming at the mere thought of someone going back to explore the connection between the aliens and the Space Jockeys, but after hearing various things about Prometheus and seeing some of the Giger-designed sets, I'm having a better feeling about it and I'm not looking forward to the next prequel with dread.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Let me put on my asbestos suit. As much as I felt that Aliens was overrated, it was still a fun ride. Although I wasn't happy with the end result of Alien³, I appreciated what it had set out to be. I get tired of the "Hollywood endings" most movies have, but this one avoided it and gave a "nice" reminder that reality isn't filled with "Hollywood endings". People we love and care about do die. (Sadly, some people still insist on dragging out their mourning of the deaths of fictitious people for almost two decades.) The fourth movie was (like the other films) great eye candy, but I felt that pulling a deus ex machina stunt like cloning Ripley brought the series crashing down to an unsatisfying end. It was as if an delicate orchestral piece concluded with a perfect fade down, then somebody farts loudly.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
There are some, uh, "interesting" discussions that take place here.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I can't think of anything right at the moment.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
I would have to say Eidotemit, because he's an open-minded guy who actually keeps up on things and gives valuable input in threads. I'm not saying that he's the only one, but he definitely stands out.
What is your favorite curse word?
It depends on the situation. If I'm hurt, it's "f**k". If I don't believe what I'm hearing, "Shit!". If I'm surprised, "Jesus!", and if I'm disappointed, "Goddammit!".
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"How the hell did you get in here?!"
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
I'd start off with an antipasto of finocchiona, prosciutto di Parma, mortadella, gouda, and mixed olives. My main dish would be orecchiette con cime di rapa, served with a tomato salad. I would have a couple cannoli and a bowl of spumoni ice cream. I would have mineral water during the meal, and a nice rosé after the meal and before dessert.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I have mixed feelings. Although seeing the Giger sets puts me somewhat at ease, I question some of the "human" sets. Although this takes place in the same universe as Alien but earlier, some of those sets seem more high tech than what we had seen on the Nostromo.
How has the Galaxy Changed for better/worse in your time as a member?
What's the old saying? "Same circus, different clowns!"
For an AVP site, there seems to be a lot of negativity toward the films. What are your thoughts on the two hybrid films and what direction would you take if you were at the helm?
Although I thought the crossovers were fun in the comic books, they should have stayed there.
You have participated in some heated religious debates during you time here. What is it about the subject that draws you in, and how has your life influenced your outlook on it?
I like to see what makes others believe, just to see if I can get a different reason other they just like the idea of something being up there. As for my being influenced, with each response I read, I become more affirmed by my skepticism.
If you had the chance to work on a Alien/Predator film, what job would you ideally take (in front or behind the lens)?
I would love to act in one first, then write, then direct.
You can often be seen in political threads. What is your outlook on current world politics?
It depends on the region. Overall, I'm pessimistic.
You tend to have a very skeptic view towards many topics. Is this something that's always been present in your life, or is it more a reaction towards the mindset of "conspiracy theorists?"
I would say I've been a skeptic for most of life and exercise my skepticism everyday. Some people confuse skepticism with cynicism in that I reject everything. I do not reject something off the cuff; I question it. If I say that I don't believe in something like Bigfoot, it's not that I'm trying to be mean, I'm just informing the other person that there is no evidence that supports their view. Again, if there was a case to be made for Bigfoot, why are the crypto crowd getting their info from websites that sell videos and dubious TV shows rather than having it covered in science class at school?
Of all the non scientific "conspiracies" you've heard, what is the most ridiculous and which gets on your nerves the most?
Pretty much everything the Tea Party is dishing out. The Birthers claiming that Obama was born in Kenya still makes me blush.
You like big butts, im sure you cannot lie. The other members won't deny. When a girl walks in with an itty bitty waist and a round thing in your face, do you get sprung?
Fo' shizzle!
Thanks Mal for another great interview and a big shout out to Aeus and Pn2501 for help with the questions!
Perfect.
QuoteIt was as if an delicate orchestral piece concluded with a perfect fade down, then somebody farts loudly.
Second violin had a squeaky chair! Honest!
Ha ha, executed perfectly.
Great interview guys, and I liked seeing this being planned in chat.
Quote from: Cap. Fitzgerald on Aug 29, 2011, 04:42:18 AM
Ha ha, executed perfectly.
Great interview guys, and I liked seeing this being planned in chat.
Too bad not everyone felt that way hurr
Great interview. Looking forward to more.
I don't wanna get herpes, so I'll keep my mouth shut about who I'd like to see next.
How did I never know about this thread...
Another one already? :o
Great interview, Mal and Ghostface. :)
Fantastic interview. ;D
Thanks, guys!
Very cool to get to 'know' you :laugh:
Great interview ghost and mal.
That last question was the masterstroke.
Love these, really makes me appreciate the people behind avatars.
I DEMAND MOAR!!!
Quote from: Pn2501 on Aug 29, 2011, 01:14:26 PMThat last question was the masterstroke.
In more ways than one...
;D
I have been waiting for this one for a while. Giddy with anticipation with each passing day.
When I was done, I was not dissapointed.
Nice work guys :)
Something I have always appreciated about Mal, he will argue his main points without condescending remarks and name calling. No this is not sarcasm, we see him in many a debate and he holds his own without getting personal. Great interview Maledoro! Oh, sometimes I can totally relate to your avatar lol.
Larrie Liptions a great artist, it's easily one of her best pieces.
Mals got some good taste...... In babies.
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 29, 2011, 02:52:26 AM
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
The fourth movie was (like the other films) great eye candy, but I felt that pulling a deus ex machina stunt like cloning Ripley brought the series crashing down to an unsatisfying end. It was as if an delicate orchestral piece concluded with a perfect fade down, then somebody farts loudly.
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The AvPs are the hot follow through of diarrhea.
These interviews make MudButt smile.
Great interview,
mal!
Quote from: SM on Aug 30, 2011, 06:10:42 AM
The AvPs are the hot follow through of diarrhea.
Eew! :laugh:
Probably my favorite interview so far.
Quote from: Ghostface on Aug 29, 2011, 02:52:26 AM
Ok we're back with another one. This time we have the man with the unforgettably disturbing Avatar, Maledoro!
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First off lets start with the big one. What's you all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
It would be Alien. Unfortunately for the other movies in the franchise, it was the first and, therefore, the most original of them all. It was visually stunning for my (then) 13-year-old eyes, as I was very much into Heavy Metal magazine and was amazed to see some of my favorite artists' stylings brought to life.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well, as Lewis Black once said, "If you can't say what you do for a living in 25 words or less, it's probably illegal."
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Slightly. Alien had pretty much became the yardstick I would use to measure other films. If I were ever to helm a futuristic sci-fi film, I would be borrowing heavily from Alien to give the settings a "Weylan Yutani" look! Other than that, I tend to wear cargo pants and t-shirts alot...
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested in it after all these years of fandom?
I would say it was curiosity. I'm curious to see which direction the next movie would take the series. After Alien Resurrection, I'm glad that the story of Ripley has finally(?) ended. I'll admit that years ago I was kicking and screaming at the mere thought of someone going back to explore the connection between the aliens and the Space Jockeys, but after hearing various things about Prometheus and seeing some of the Giger-designed sets, I'm having a better feeling about it and I'm not looking forward to the next prequel with dread.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Let me put on my asbestos suit. As much as I felt that Aliens was overrated, it was still a fun ride. Although I wasn't happy with the end result of Alien³, I appreciated what it had set out to be. I get tired of the "Hollywood endings" most movies have, but this one avoided it and gave a "nice" reminder that reality isn't filled with "Hollywood endings". People we love and care about do die. (Sadly, some people still insist on dragging out their mourning of the deaths of fictitious people for almost two decades.) The fourth movie was (like the other films) great eye candy, but I felt that pulling a deus ex machina stunt like cloning Ripley brought the series crashing down to an unsatisfying end. It was as if an delicate orchestral piece concluded with a perfect fade down, then somebody farts loudly.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
There are some, uh, "interesting" discussions that take place here.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I can't think of anything right at the moment.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
I would have to say Eidotemit, because he's an open-minded guy who actually keeps up on things and gives valuable input in threads. I'm not saying that he's the only one, but he definitely stands out.
What is your favorite curse word?
It depends on the situation. If I'm hurt, it's "f**k". If I don't believe what I'm hearing, "Shit!". If I'm surprised, "Jesus!", and if I'm disappointed, "Goddammit!".
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"How the hell did you get in here?!"
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
I'd start off with an antipasto of finocchiona, prosciutto di Parma, mortadella, gouda, and mixed olives. My main dish would be orecchiette con cime di rapa, served with a tomato salad. I would have a couple cannoli and a bowl of spumoni ice cream. I would have mineral water during the meal, and a nice rosé after the meal and before dessert.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I have mixed feelings. Although seeing the Giger sets puts me somewhat at ease, I question some of the "human" sets. Although this takes place in the same universe as Alien but earlier, some of those sets seem more high tech than what we had seen on the Nostromo.
How has the Galaxy Changed for better/worse in your time as a member?
What's the old saying? "Same circus, different clowns!"
For an AVP site, there seems to be a lot of negativity toward the films. What are your thoughts on the two hybrid films and what direction would you take if you were at the helm?
Although I thought the crossovers were fun in the comic books, they should have stayed there.
You have participated in some heated religious debates during you time here. What is it about the subject that draws you in, and how has your life influenced your outlook on it?
I like to see what makes others believe, just to see if I can get a different reason other they just like the idea of something being up there. As for my being influenced, with each response I read, I become more affirmed by my skepticism.
If you had the chance to work on a Alien/Predator film, what job would you ideally take (in front or behind the lens)?
I would love to act in one first, then write, then direct.
You can often be seen in political threads. What is your outlook on current world politics?
It depends on the region. Overall, I'm pessimistic.
You tend to have a very skeptic view towards many topics. Is this something that's always been present in your life, or is it more a reaction towards the mindset of "conspiracy theorists?"
I would say I've been a skeptic for most of life and exercise my skepticism everyday. Some people confuse skepticism with cynicism in that I reject everything. I do not reject something off the cuff; I question it. If I say that I don't believe in something like Bigfoot, it's not that I'm trying to be mean, I'm just informing the other person that there is no evidence that supports their view. Again, if there was a case to be made for Bigfoot, why are the crypto crowd getting their info from websites that sell videos and dubious TV shows rather than having it covered in science class at school?
Of all the non scientific "conspiracies" you've heard, what is the most ridiculous and which gets on your nerves the most?
Pretty much everything the Tea Party is dishing out. The Birthers claiming that Obama was born in Kenya still makes me blush.
You like big butts, im sure you cannot lie. The other members won't deny. When a girl walks in with an itty bitty waist and a round thing in your face, do you get sprung?
Fo' shizzle!
Thanks Mal for another great interview and a big shout out to Aeus and Pn2501 for help with the questions!
I immediately just went straight to this interview the moment I saw this thread even existed.
Yes this thread has come along well ... How long have you been out ShadowPred ?
Aeus, give us moar.
I miss this alot...
Quote from: Predator Queen on Oct 20, 2011, 06:06:49 PM
I miss this alot...
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Take some initiative and conduct your own interviews. These boards belong to the members here at the Galaxy. Have fun!
Quote from: Master Chief on Oct 20, 2011, 06:10:18 PM
Take some initiative and conduct your own interviews. These boards belong to the members here at the Galaxy. Have fun!
Hm...Perhaps.
Shouldn't be too hard. Aeus had a pretty simple formula for his interviews..
It's easy. Either use his format of questions or create your own.
Here's one. *ahem* Why you like alien? See!? ;)
Deep stuff Chief. Like you crystallised every line of dialogue from Frost/Nixon into one question :laugh:
:laugh: Only a few are blessed with this ability.
Quote from: The PredBen on Oct 20, 2011, 01:12:07 AM
Yes this thread has come along well ... How long have you been out ShadowPred ?
Seems like forever, but I am dropping in whenever I can. By December I won't be able to drop in anymore, but I'll be returning at full speed by April next year.
Feels weird seeing this thread and no Aeus...
He was so ashamed of being stripped of rank by the courts that he left town. At least James Lipton is still alive.
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What exactly did happen to Aeus?
First he interviews you to get your opinions on things. Then he gets you to give your opinions on others. The man has the information, and information is power.
Quote from: Laufey on Oct 28, 2011, 05:01:28 AM
What exactly did happen to Aeus?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A15sBUefl7Q#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A15sBUefl7Q#ws)
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Oct 28, 2011, 05:16:11 AM
Quote from: Laufey on Oct 28, 2011, 05:01:28 AM
What exactly did happen to Aeus?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A15sBUefl7Q#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A15sBUefl7Q#ws)
It actually happened?
Any particular reason as to why he left?
Quote from: Laufey on Oct 31, 2011, 07:09:38 PM
Any particular reason as to why he left?
I haven't been on, so I do not know, but from earlier posts that I read he should have been gone the moment the whole 'calling members faggots" started.
The what?? I don't think I heard about that.
I heard it had something to do with private messages being not so private.
Augh, there shouldn't ever have to be speculation around bannings or demotions... why can't this stuff just be made public so that people don't have to constantly question it?
We don't need to speak of the faults and failings of others, or reveal potentially embarrassing details regarding what happened. I'm sure you guys don't mean harm so let's just move on.
Is anyone going to continue with the interviews?
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Quote from: Master Chief on Nov 01, 2011, 12:42:45 AM
We don't need to speak of the faults and failings of others, or reveal potentially embarrassing details regarding what happened. I'm sure you guys don't mean harm so let's just move on.
Is anyone going to continue with the interviews?
Seems like there's already basic template for questions, so I could do it.
Do you folks have anyone in particular you'd like to see interviewed?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 01, 2011, 01:12:46 PM
Quote from: Master Chief on Nov 01, 2011, 12:42:45 AM
We don't need to speak of the faults and failings of others, or reveal potentially embarrassing details regarding what happened. I'm sure you guys don't mean harm so let's just move on.
Is anyone going to continue with the interviews?
Seems like there's already basic template for questions, so I could do it.
Do you folks have anyone in particular you'd like to see interviewed?
Aeus
Spoiler
What...too soon?
Yes, much too soon.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 01, 2011, 01:12:46 PM
Quote from: Master Chief on Nov 01, 2011, 12:42:45 AM
We don't need to speak of the faults and failings of others, or reveal potentially embarrassing details regarding what happened. I'm sure you guys don't mean harm so let's just move on.
Is anyone going to continue with the interviews?
Seems like there's already basic template for questions, so I could do it.
Do you folks have anyone in particular you'd like to see interviewed?
Me!
As long as you don't answer with gifs/pics of Deadpool or Spiderman, I wouldn't mind reading it. ;)
It's an interview, of course I won't. ;)
*drum roll* please!
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And here. we. GO. Welcome fellow Galaxy goers to the new and resurrected Inside the Members Studio thread!!! I am your host DoomRulz and am taking over from Aeus since he left site. Hey, it's not a pretty job but someone's gotta do it. Right?
Kicking things off for new set of interviews, we have the resident Deadpool and multiple Razzie-nominated member for 2011, Mr. Purebreedalien!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I don't actually have a favourite, I still haven't voted in the poll because I can't decide between 'Aliens' and 'Predator'. I love them both equally for similar reasons; story, tension, characters, suspense and action. Aliens wins over Predator with the horror side of things but considering the film that spawned it that isn't difficult.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm 17, from England and currently attending Sixth Form at a local school. I'm studying English Language, English Literature and Media. Besides Sixth Form I don't really have much else going on, so I spend a lot of my free time either on the Internet, with friends, reading comics or drawing using my Bamboo tablet. [http://www.purebreedalien.deviantart.com]Shameless DeviantArt plug.[/url]
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
It got me back into drawing and appreciating surreal art a lot more than I used to. I decided to do my GCSE Fine Art final piece based on HR Giger and practicing drawing the creatures when I was a bit younger helped me get better at drawing overall so I guess I can thank the franchise for that.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
This website and the community mostly, let's be honest, besides 'Predators' last year there hasn't been a lot of good material for either franchise being produced. Fortunately that seems to be changing with the mostly positive reviews of 'Aliens: Infestation' and 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' and 'Prometheus' arriving next year but it's really the community that keeps me interested due to how interesting everyone is (mostly) and all the unique viewpoints.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
I only got into the series back in 2005 with the release of 'AvP' and didn't join up here until November 2007 a few months before 'AvPR' was released so admittedly I don't have much firsthand experience of 'the years'. Thankfully I have seen the original movies and whilst I adore both Predator films and the first three Alien movies I thought the quality began to slip with 'Resurrection' (which I hate). Then 'AvP' and 'AvPR' made me appreciate the originals more because they're nowhere near as good as them, thankfully I am one of the people who enjoy 'Predators' and with 'Prometheus' and A:CM out next year the franchise looks like it has a pretty bright future. Overall though I think it has been steadily declining in quality.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The family spirit a lot of us have here. I've met a few true friends here and this place is unlike any online community I've ever seen or been a part of. I'll just add, seeing as I'm here, that it's an honor talking to so many like-minded, smart and talented individuals. You're all brilliant.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I think I'd add a General Literature section because I know a lot of people here enjoy reading and book topics are usually lost in the General Discussion, which is a shame.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
That's a tough one, I think overall it would probably be OmegaZilla. I talk to him a lot more than anyone else on MSN and we just get along really well. The Other Me (he knows who he is) would be a close contender if I could speak to him more often on MSN. Hint. Hint.
What is your favourite curse word?
I think the one I use the most is 'f**k' but I'm partial to 'frak' from Battlestar Galactica (Thanks Sweeps).
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Welcome, we have unlimited usage of Scarlett Johansson, Kate Beckinsale and Emma Stone, all the Deadpool you can read, free Internet, Xbox Live and a helluva lot of all your favourite foods and everything else you could ever want."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I think it looks pretty good so far, I'm still not entirely sure if it's an Alien film or just set in the same universe but it does look and sound very promising and I'll be sure to check it out if I can.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
I just think they need to reboot it after Prometheus and set it back on track like they've done with 'Predators' (in my opinion). As close to the original designs as possible, a strong script, set it in space with likable characters and I'd be happy.
You're known as the resident Spider-Man and Deadpool fan. What is it about those characters that makes them fun for you?
I dunno about Spider-Man but definitely Deadpool. I absolutely love his character, I first 'met' him in Marvel Ultimate Alliance on the PS2 and I just thought he was really, really cool. I mean, he's an unkillable ninja mercenary with pop culture references spewing out of every orifice, a dark, tortured past and the knowledge that he's inside a comic book. I love Joe Kellly's run because he isn't just a wisecracking mercenary (as he is today) he wants to better himself and improve on his life but he keeps running into set-back after set-back and it's just brilliant to see how he handles it and adapts.
If you could cross them over with Alien and/or Predator, would you? What would you like to see happen?
I don't think it would work, to be quite honest and I wouldn't like to see them try either.
You were nominated for six categories in the first ever AvP Galaxy Razzie Awards. How did that make you feel?
I'm the king of the world! Also haters gonna hate.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 12:03:10 AM
*drum roll* please!
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And here. we. GO. Welcome fellow Galaxy goers to the new and resurrected Inside the Members Studio thread!!! I am your host DoomRulz and am taking over from Aeus since he left site. Hey, it's not a pretty job but someone's gotta do it. Right?
Kicking things off for new set of interviews, we have the resident Deadpool and multiple Razzie-nominated member for 2011, Mr. Purebreedalien!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I don't actually have a favourite, I still haven't voted in the poll because I can't decide between 'Aliens' and 'Predator'. I love them both equally for similar reasons; story, tension, characters, suspense and action. Aliens wins over Predator with the horror side of things but considering the film that spawned it that isn't difficult.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm 17, from England and currently attending Sixth Form at a local school. I'm studying English Language, English Literature and Media. Besides Sixth Form I don't really have much else going on, so I spend a lot of my free time either on the Internet, with friends, reading comics or drawing using my Bamboo tablet. [http://www.purebreedalien.deviantart.com]Shameless DeviantArt plug.[/url]
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
It got me back into drawing and appreciating surreal art a lot more than I used to. I decided to do my GCSE Fine Art final piece based on HR Giger and practicing drawing the creatures when I was a bit younger helped me get better at drawing overall so I guess I can thank the franchise for that.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
This website and the community mostly, let's be honest, besides 'Predators' last year there hasn't been a lot of good material for either franchise being produced. Fortunately that seems to be changing with the mostly positive reviews of 'Aliens: Infestation' and 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' and 'Prometheus' arriving next year but it's really the community that keeps me interested due to how interesting everyone is (mostly) and all the unique viewpoints.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
I only got into the series back in 2005 with the release of 'AvP' and didn't join up here until November 2007 a few months before 'AvPR' was released so admittedly I don't have much firsthand experience of 'the years'. Thankfully I have seen the original movies and whilst I adore both Predator films and the first three Alien movies I thought the quality began to slip with 'Resurrection' (which I hate). Then 'AvP' and 'AvPR' made me appreciate the originals more because they're nowhere near as good as them, thankfully I am one of the people who enjoy 'Predators' and with 'Prometheus' and A:CM out next year the franchise looks like it has a pretty bright future. Overall though I think it has been steadily declining in quality.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The family spirit a lot of us have here. I've met a few true friends here and this place is unlike any online community I've ever seen or been a part of. I'll just add, seeing as I'm here, that it's an honor talking to so many like-minded, smart and talented individuals. You're all brilliant.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I think I'd add a General Literature section because I know a lot of people here enjoy reading and book topics are usually lost in the General Discussion, which is a shame.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
That's a tough one, I think overall it would probably be OmegaZilla. I talk to him a lot more than anyone else on MSN and we just get along really well. The Other Me (he knows who he is) would be a close contender if I could speak to him more often on MSN. Hint. Hint.
What is your favourite curse word?
I think the one I use the most is 'f**k' but I'm partial to 'frak' from Battlestar Galactica (Thanks Sweeps).
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Welcome, we have unlimited usage of Scarlett Johansson, Kate Beckinsale and Emma Stone, all the Deadpool you can read, free Internet, Xbox Live and a helluva lot of all your favourite foods and everything else you could ever want."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I think it looks pretty good so far, I'm still not entirely sure if it's an Alien film or just set in the same universe but it does look and sound very promising and I'll be sure to check it out if I can.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
I just think they need to reboot it after Prometheus and set it back on track like they've done with 'Predators' (in my opinion). As close to the original designs as possible, a strong script, set it in space with likable characters and I'd be happy.
You're known as the resident Spider-Man and Deadpool fan. What is it about those characters that makes them fun for you?
I dunno about Spider-Man but definitely Deadpool. I absolutely love his character, I first 'met' him in Marvel Ultimate Alliance on the PS2 and I just thought he was really, really cool. I mean, he's an unkillable ninja mercenary with pop culture references spewing out of every orifice, a dark, tortured past and the knowledge that he's inside a comic book. I love Joe Kellly's run because he isn't just a wisecracking mercenary (as he is today) he wants to better himself and improve on his life but he keeps running into set-back after set-back and it's just brilliant to see how he handles it and adapts.
If you could cross them over with Alien and/or Predator, would you? What would you like to see happen?
I don't think it would work, to be quite honest and I wouldn't like to see them try either.
You were nominated for six categories in the first ever AvP Galaxy Razzie Awards. How did that make you feel?
I'm the king of the world! Also haters gonna hate.
That was an awesome interview. Nice job Doom.
I would like to see someone interview me next? This thread sounds awesome and I remember when we had member interviews on MFG (Myfavoritegames) before the site was shut down.
Good interview. Definitely agree about the literature section. My lonely thread is... well, just that. Lonely.
Atta' boy Doom!
Good interview, PB! Good luck with your studies. 8)
As for the next one, I recommend those who ask. Up to you though, Doom, this thread is all yours.
Well I really wouldn't mind being interviewed. But let the others who asked before me.
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Nov 02, 2011, 01:04:14 AM
Good interview. Definitely agree about the literature section. My lonely thread is... well, just that. Lonely.
Yeah you were one of the main people I were thinking of, actually.
Quote from: Master Chief on Nov 02, 2011, 01:08:23 AM
Atta' boy Doom!
Good interview, PB! Good luck with your studies. 8)
As for the next one, I recommend those who ask. Up to you though, Doom, this thread is all yours.
Thanks, Chief. ;D
Good interview with PBA. I just started to read this thread, hard to believe that I never really noticed it until now :-[.
Thanks, Hellspawn. It's a pretty great thread, I'm just glad I got to 'reboot' it, in a sense. :D
We are cooking.
Nice job both of you, and I also agree on the General Literature section.
Something tells me the Lovecraft thread will find new life there.
I'm glad you all enjoyed it. I'll get on more interviews soon :)
Great interview! Glad to see it's getting back on track, I might not be the most known member of the site but I'd be glad to be interviewed. So you can put me on the list if you'd like, these are really good!
Woot happy to see this is going on again! Also great job PBA.
It's good seeing this make a comeback!
is this something one can volunteer for or what
Awesome work, guys! Also, no problem for 'frak'. ;)
Interview Index
SiL Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1122334#msg1122334)
SM Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1129717#msg1129717)
Darkness Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1136406#msg1136406)
Predxeno Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1138764#msg1138764)
Corporal Hicks Interviewd by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1139264#msg1139264)
Space Sweeper Interviewed by Ghostface (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
Maledoro Interviewed by Ghostface (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1183947#msg1183947)
Purebreedalien Interviewed by DoomRulz (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1220595#msg1220595)
Also, I vote either Laufey, SpaceMarines, or OmegaZilla to be interviewed next! ;D
I've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview, followed by OmegaZilla, SpaceMarines, and Laufey. You want em, I'll deliver!
Can't wait to read em!
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PM
I've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview
Sounds great. How is the interview done? Through PM or some type chat on AIM?
Don't call us, we'll call you. 8)
Great interview,
Doom and
PBA. :)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PMI've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview, followed by OmegaZilla, SpaceMarines, and Laufey. You want em, I'll deliver!
Nice, better prepare my mind for this then. :laugh:
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PM
I've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview, followed by OmegaZilla, SpaceMarines, and Laufey. You want em, I'll deliver!
You the man, Doom. 8)
Quote from: Hellspawn28 on Nov 02, 2011, 06:08:47 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PM
I've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview
Sounds great. How is the interview done? Through PM or some type chat on AIM?
I'll PM you later.
Good stuff guys :)
And it was grand.
Looking forward to these next inerviews.
I think this is the time I am most afraid. Waiting my turn.
Spoiler
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Never wear a life jacket again?
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Nov 02, 2011, 08:38:27 AM
Also, I vote either Laufey, SpaceMarines, or OmegaZilla to be interviewed next! ;D
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PM
I've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview, followed by OmegaZilla, SpaceMarines, and Laufey. You want em, I'll deliver!
:')
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 12:03:10 AM
Who is your favourite board member and why?
That's a tough one, I think overall it would probably be OmegaZilla. I talk to him a lot more than anyone else on MSN and we just get along really well. The Other Me (he knows who he is) would be a close contender if I could speak to him more often on MSN. Hint. Hint.
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You mah bro.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PM
I've got Hellspawn28 on next for an interview, followed by OmegaZilla, SpaceMarines, and Laufey. You want em, I'll deliver!
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 02, 2011, 01:44:04 PM
followed by OmegaZilla,
I deny everything!
That pic is freaking intense. I wonder if humpy actually wanted a hug.
Great interview Doom....PB! 8)
Gives insite to the characters behind the comic character Avatars :D
Haha it sure does. :D
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Next up is one of AvP Galaxy's most prominent members and a man that just about everyone here is no doubt familiar with. He has been around the block and back and has been known by many names over the years. The one, the only: Hellspawn28
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I am going to say Alien because it's really perfect film to me. Every movement of the camera is breathtaking, the atmosphere is pure genius and I love the art direction made by H. R. Giger. The movie was nothing anything for it's time and the chestburster scene is very iconic. No one saw it coming when seeing the movie at the time, it's easily one best scene in the series in my opinion!
I also love Aliens and Predator since they are on my top 30 favorite films. But I feel like that I enjoy Alien overall the most in the series with its atmosphere, the camera work and Jerry Goldsmith's score.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm 20 years old, from Maryland US and have worked at AMC Theatres for over a year. Other then getting in movies for free, I have got tired of working there but at least I get paid. I'm studying graphic designing and watching films in my film class during the week at Howard Community College.
Not a lot to say since I'm your average joe. I like to read, draw, write, go outside, play video games and watch movies. I can see why I was nominated for most boring member :D.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
The movies have introduced me to other popular movies and other media that where inspire by the films. Alien also made me inspire to make an art horror film when I was in High School. I love to draw many types of strange-looking creatures, H. R. Giger's art work have inspire me to draw more surreal, nightmarish designs.
Ridley Scott is one my favorite directors that inspire me to become a director some day next to Stanley Kubrick, John Carpenter, Akira Kurosawa, Ishiro Honda, Takashi Miike, Hayao Miyazaki, Hideaki Anno, Guillermo del Toro, Alfred Hitchcock, Sergio Leone, Yoshiaki Kawajiri and several other directors that I go on listing down forever.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
I think the community mostly on this site and the video games like AVP '010 (I think it was a fun game even with its major flaws) and with Aliens: Colonial Marines coming out soon. I'm still a big fan of the series and I always like talking about the series with other people. I think it was not for the new video games and this site then I would lost interest with the series after AVPR. I liked Predators but I don't think it rebuild my interested seeing that I was a huge Alien/Predator fan before AVPR came out. AVPR just ruined everything to me and made lose hope with the series. With Fox's recent improvement movies like Predators (I know fans where mixed about the movie on this site but I think the movie went into the right direction after the AVP films), X-Men: First Class and Rise of Planet of the Apes then their might be some hope.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
I have been a fan as long I can remember since I still remember watching the last part of Aliens as a kid and the first 15 minutes of Predator 2 on TV when I was like four years old. After Resurrection was released in 1997, there was not lot being released other than video games, toys and comics. AVP was still in development hell and most people think the movie would never happen. After 2004 and 2007, the series went really down hill and most people give up hope on the series. I don't blame them since I was very hype up for both AVP movies.
Predators came out over a year ago, it got good reviews by critics but fans where still mixed about the movie. I hope Prometheus will be good and have people bring in more faith into the series. I doubt this series will go back to the golden age like it was before 1997.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
There's lots of great people on the site. A good amount of people made me laugh, I enjoy having discussions with other members. Most of the people here are very nice, calm and easy to get along with. I also like the General Film/TV Discussion since I like to keep up with the news with other people and enjoy talking about film with other people. I also like that AVPGalaxy has more mature members and does not have a lot of underage brats compare to the other sites that I go on like Toho Kingdom. TK is a good site (once you get pass the stupid whining that people bitch about) but I prefer AVP overall as my main favorite site.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I have not thought of anything at the moment. I think everything is okay at the moment.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
That's a hard one since there is a lot of members that I like. The ones that come in mind are Space Sweeper, First Blood, Laufey, Ghost Rider, Master Chife, Nightmare Asylum, OmegaZilla, Scarhunter92, ShadowPred, King Rathalos, DoomRulz, Corporal Hicks, Stalker and several others. They are all very nice people to talk and easy to get along with. I'm pretty sure that I'm forgetting more but I'm going with the people who I think of on the top of my head.
What is your favourite curse word?
Motherf**ker. I don't know why but it rolls right off the tongue.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
I don't know? I guess he could say "Welcome, I give you a second chance instead going to hell for having more faith in your self".
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I think the film is going into the right direction and everything about it sounds good. I rather wait for the movie to be release and see how good the reviews are before we get so hype up. When the red band trailer for AVPR came out in 2007, everyone was so hype up for the movie and I remember that pretty much everyone on the site was hype up for the movie.
I will see it of course like I do with every new film in the series but I'm keeping low expectations for now.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Not really since I think a AVP movie can work if you have a good writer and director to work with. The early comics from the late 80's and early 90's where not that bad and where pretty fun to read. They where not perfect or state of the art but they had better stories and characters then both movies did. Crossovers in movies seem to be hit or miss since Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man, King Kong vs. Godzilla and Freddy vs. Jason have often viewed as bad films or they where alright. I also think that Fox can be another problem when making a new AVP movie unless they let have the director have complete control of the movie.
I think both AVP movies lack the good strong lead characters that Alien & Aliens and Predator had. Not to mention that both movies need to focus on both sides as well since you need to have the human characters to interact with other. AVP also shares the other problem with other crossovers movies like Freddy vs. Jason is that no one likes to see their favorite character lose. If they make the Aliens win then everyone will be piss off about it and the same will happen if the Predator wins. I think they to find a way to make one of the sides win without making so many people angry.
Back in 2009 and if memory serves, part of 2010, we had a member called B-Rad G and I remember you saying you were friends with him in reality. Is he really as wacky in reality as he was on the boards?
Oh yes Robby (B-Rad G). He did act pretty stupid most of the time like when he try to get high of coffee beans. I remember that he started to post more when I took a break on the site for a while back in 2008. I think he started to f**k around with people and think it was okay to be stupid. He was a alright person, I would hang out sometimes with him but he can be very annoying. The last time that I seen him was back in 2009 when he was moving back to Cuba to join the army. I remember he told me "Man the people on AVPGalaxy are so fun to f**k around with!"
He stole my copy of Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2, Soulcalibur II and Ninja Gaiden Black on the Xbox before he left >:(!
Until OmegaZilla came around, you were the 2nd most active member behind me. How are you able to stay online so often?
I don't know since I'm on the site for a few hours then I will login on again to post later in the day? I do work on the computer a lot and that's why I'm on a lot when I have nothing to do when working. I used to post a lot back in 2007 when I join and I don't think I pay attention when I'm on since the site can be really fun and time does fly when you are having fun! I remember one time that I forgot to log off back in 2007 and I left my account on for a whole day before :D!
You've gone through a few name changes it seems in the last two years. I remember seeing you as Rachetcommand back in the day. Why did you change your screen name?
Because I got tired of my old internet names. I have been using that name since 2004 or 2005 when I join Gamefaqs/Gamespot. I went by Hellspawn28 because it was my IMDB user name and I used to post on IMDB from 2007-2009. I wanted something that sounds cooler and much different. I think I went by Kaworu for a short moment at one point due to my love for Evangelion at the time.
I hope people enjoy the interview. Looking forward to seeing interviews with OmegaZilla, SpaceMarines, and Laufey next.
Good interview. A look into the mind of Satan's Spawn.
That was excellent! ;D
Also, I really liked the nod to 'motherf**ker' as a favorite curseword, it needs more love. :laugh:
Busta Rhymes has shamed that ever so beautiful and lovable saying for me.
John McClane is still trying to redeem it.
This latest interview is great, just like all the rest. :)
Good interview, Hellasapwn! (Misspelled on purpose because you misspelled mine) 8) Thanks for the shout-out!
^Oh I did, I should have saw that when I was double checking it :-\. Oh thanks everyone.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Nov 02, 2011, 08:38:27 AM
Interview Index
SiL Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1122334#msg1122334)
SM Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1129717#msg1129717)
Darkness Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1136406#msg1136406)
Predxeno Interviewed by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1138764#msg1138764)
Corporal Hicks Interviewd by Aeus (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1139264#msg1139264)
Space Sweeper Interviewed by Ghostface (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
Maledoro Interviewed by Ghostface (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1183947#msg1183947)
Purebreedalien Interviewed by DoomRulz (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1220595#msg1220595)
Also, I vote either Laufey, SpaceMarines, or OmegaZilla to be interviewed next! ;D
I think you should have those posted on the front page so that people don't have to read 20 something pages to find them,
Great interview!
coughiwantonecough
That was a great interview. Soon...
Quote from: MudButt on Nov 04, 2011, 02:26:14 AM
Great interview!
coughiwantonecough
dude
what if we like, interview each other
Another great interview. Nice getting to know you a little bit better, Hellspawn. :)
I agree. Great work 'Spawn.
Also how do you get that I'm the second most active member? Just curious.
It's in the"more stats" section on the forum home page. He's #2 for most time spent online.
I know, but Doom said
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 04, 2011, 12:09:08 AM
Until OmegaZilla came around, you were the 2nd most active member behind me.
Where did he get this from? Can't find that in the 'more stats' page. ???
That's the only thing I can think of. He'll clear it up.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Nov 04, 2011, 01:42:12 PM
I know, but Doom said
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 04, 2011, 12:09:08 AM
Until OmegaZilla came around, you were the 2nd most active member behind me.
Where did he get this from? Can't find that in the 'more stats' page. ???
It's a nice way of saying you're a spam Titan.
I wonder when the next interview will be up?
It certainly is a telling sign when you replace James Lipton with Larry King.
Peace, I'm out.
Alright then, these are great interviews. And they read a bit better than the ones Aeus did.
You've literally said you're not reading these just because of a picture at the beginning
When whoever has the chance, would love to be apart of this whole interview thing. Just throwing my name out there :)
Get in line, bitch.
ah'doi!
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Nov 04, 2011, 01:42:12 PM
I know, but Doom said
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 04, 2011, 12:09:08 AM
Until OmegaZilla came around, you were the 2nd most active member behind me.
Where did he get this from? Can't find that in the 'more stats' page. ???
Your average post count is higher than his at the moment. Before you were here, he was the second highest poster after me.
I think SM and ShadowPred had more post account then me IIRC?
Back in 08 and 09? Don't think so.
not of your damn business, bitch.
Quote from: Cap. Fitzgerald on Nov 06, 2011, 05:36:50 AM
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Nov 05, 2011, 11:10:21 PM
Get in line, bitch.
Be polite.... bitch
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Goddammit! Beat me to the Pinkman, bitch!
Quote from: Hellspawn28 on Nov 05, 2011, 09:02:15 PM
I wonder when the next interview will be up?
I want 'em weekly.
New managemnet better be doing a good job.
~Loud scuffles over mike and muted swearing~
Got it!
Well, for me whoever is in charge was taking too long, so I took the liberty to cook one up of my own.
You all know are next entry, an artist, film maker and overall great poster extraordinaire. One of the newer ones yes, but certainly one of the best. Give it up for Bat Chain Puller!
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First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
I can't answer that. It's like picking between seeing, hearing, tasting, and feeling. If there was a pulse rifle to my head I have to say Alien. It's just so classy. Great acting, with absolutely NO cheesy machismo. I may be biased since it's been a big part of my life since I was 4 years old or so when the TV spots and posters starting showing up. It's almost mythological.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Currently I am a level 17 Nord who is secretly a werewolf who is saving up to buy a house with Smithing capabilities.
Or if you won't except that one "I'm just a simple man trying to make my way in the universe." Which is a little closer to the truth.
I'm now a 30 odd year old, 6'1 McReady bearded husband, father of 2, fan of vintage and modern sci-fi, westerns, fantasy adventure, and quirky independent films. I love making films, art (traditional and digital), photography, music, and mazes for my kids to solve. I love hunting, fishing, and exploring/hiking ... but giant leaps forward in home entertainment and age have recently kept me in my man cave rather than in real caves. I lay on a vast collection of books, blu rays, dvds, Alien, Predator, and Toho monster figures which all stick to my unprotected underbelly and serve as protection from the occasional arrow or dagger shot or swung out of jealously by would be thieves. I hate television programming and prefer to catch the 'gems' in the form of box sets once their run is completed. I hate the radio and prefer to seek music elsewhere. Every now and then something refreshing will slip through the airwaves but mostly it's a copy of a copy of a copy. I have a garden. I grow pumpkins and sun flowers and morning glory.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
In Jr. High School liked to lay under the benches in the girls locker room and suddenly shoot my hand out and hiss at the skinny white girls in their underwear. Later I tried to strangle a big black guy and intimidate him with my imaginary inner jaws. I don't remember anything else after that and at night my right ear still rings.
If I could do it all again however, I'd follow the Predator's example of stealth. Besides. I've come to learn that Predators get all the women.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Luckily for the fickle fan boy with monster loyalty issues, Hollywood isn't very talented at churning out genuinely iconic looking monsters that are woven into well written, lovingly designed, tightly suspenseful, slickly produced motion pictures. So not much has come along to make my eye stray from the originals.
My love of the films (and all the elements within) is maintained by how well balanced they were. The characters, the atmosphere, the sets, the creature reveals, the music ... it all works perfectly. We'll be able to write checks against these films for years.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Well ... it's a lot like inbreeding. There are laws against that ya know? Before you know it, the eyes are too close together and you have one ear way up here and the best you can do is write it off as a Van Gough.
With the sequels they were never able to replicate or effectively build on the magic of the originals. (With the exception of Aliens which has the balls to turn it into a different genre all together.) They got bits and pieces right ... but in the end they ended up being lopsided caricatures of what we loved in the first place.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
I love that there are THIS many people out there that are THIS into Aliens and Predators and that their vastly different personalities, views, and politics (at the end of the day) don't cause the site to explode like the Predators wrist PSP.
It's the people. The voices, their perspectives. I used to read this site like a book ... for months ... maybe a year before I signed up and added my voice the chorus. I love how different eyes and brains see and interpret the same audio/visual material in wonderfully diverse ways.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I want Sharp Sticks back.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Sharp Sticks. I don't know how it came to be, but for me, his posts seem to 'pop' and show up more against the grey back drop. Maybe he hacked my PC.
I dunno. He was just that dude that you share a meaningful, knowing nod with, amongst all the chaos at a party. Maybe we were bros in a past life. Died together in a gladiator pit. Or were bounty hunters in the wild west along the Mexican border.
But we lost contact with his colony after word of the changes to the Star Wars blu rays. Random transmissions are periodically heard on MSN. But for now, Stacy Nelkin's face will be preserved forever unchanged in the dusty chapters of AVPG past.
What is your favorite curse word?
Cockblockingmotherf**kingsuckc**t.
I've recently been able to harness the power of these words in the form of a 'dragon shout' and can clear the break room at work very quickly so I may access the vending machines and loot them unimpeded.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Lolz Just kidding, you can go back to your life. Your not due for another 30 years or so!"
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I'm excited to see it. I'm going to TRY to remain unspoiled. But doing that while coming HERE of all places is like a recovering sex addict winning a no expense paid trip to the Nevada Moonlite Bunny Ranch. It's awesome that they've kept it so well shrouded in mystery despite this era of cell phone cameras, script leaks, and the internet. But at this point I'm still ready to have my heart ripped out ... such as love, right? I'll just wear sunglasses and tell everyone I fell down some stairs.
You're one of the more creative members here; with a great take on films and even an amateur film maker; have you ever considered what it may be like if hit it big time in Hollywood as something like a director?
Well ... I'd love to be able to use that power to get the things I wanted to see made into films get out there. But the whole system ... that big Hollywood wheel ... is just another cooperation driven by #'s and %'s. It's just another product to these people. Every now and then we get lucky and they hire people with actual passion to make their product into something meaningful. I'd prefer to make a few good, small films under the radar and quietly start a sea change in the industry. But I'm too busy with my life right now ... and Skyrim.
What is your favourite film outside the franchises and why?
Again, so difficult to answer. It's like music. It changes. It's an emotion.
Not only that, but you're also one of the great artists on here with some fantastically surreal pieces and brilliant photography. With the former, where does such inspiration come from and how long have you been creating such pieces?
It's great to see/hear someone feels that way because there are a lot of great artists here and to be counted among them is an honor. I have recently been very inspired by several AVPG members and their digital art using the Wacom. I've started scratching at it when I have time. It's fun. It's like reinventing the wheel and I have a lot of catching up to do! Most of the stuff I posted in the thread was from when I was much younger when I had the time and desire to extract what I had in my head and make it somewhat tangible. It's the same thing with the movies and photography ... it's just dreams/visions I want to see during the day ... things I can't exactly articulate in words, so I turn to pictures and sound and try to make the best reproduction of the idea that I can with what I have.
I go through these cycles of ... drawing, painting, music, film making, photography. They over lap sometimes and sometimes disappear all together and there is an artistic vacuum. I'm existing in one currently. I blame Bethesda.
Something of a personal querie but...what is with the name? Where did Bat Chain Puller come from?
It comes from music.
I love 'off the beaten path' kinda music. Music that you have to go out into the middle of nowhere to find, beat with a stick, drag it home, skin it, fillet it, consume it, and finally access it's power. Bat Chain Puller is a song by the Great Grandfather of odd ... Captain Beefheart. I came to him via the legendary Tom Waits, who in turn I came upon from being a Primus fan.
So BCP is the bastard time traveling offspring of Primus and Waits.
You're one of the few of us who is socially accepted, but has also managed to copulate and have a kiddy-wink of your own! Do you think he will enjoy these franchises as much as you?
Having sex (at least twice) with the same person (that I just so happen to be married to) and making feet for children's shoes does not make a socially accepted person (good advice for those of you who are working towards social acceptance that is!)
The jury is still out on if the boys will inherit their fathers love of fictional killer extraterrestrials. So far my 3 year old prefers numbers and letters to dinosaurs and animals so it may be up to the 3 month old to carry the Aliens/Predator torch into the next generation.
I am still waiting on Omega's answers.
I suppose I should apologize for the shamefully overlong delivery times. They'll be ready soon however.
Awesome interview, one of my favorites thus far, in fact! Great work BCP & Xenodawwwg.
Quote from: Xenodog on Nov 15, 2011, 07:09:19 PM
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I want Sharp Sticks back.
[Taking out note pad...]
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=dmj6dC--UzY#t=112s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=dmj6dC--UzY#t=112s)
HE HAS RETURNED.
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I kind of had a mystical orgasm.
:')
Great interview Xenodog and Bat Chain Puller! Way to take some initiative!
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Nov 15, 2011, 11:26:47 PM
HE HAS RETURNED.
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Maybe he wants to help with the dandruff problem.
I'll get on the next interview tomorrow morning guys, I promise. Sorry for the delay. I'll post Omega's whenever I get his answers.
I think you'll all like who I have next ;)
Yay, Sharp Sticks! Welcome back :)
Great interview, BCP. I should have guessed your name had something to do with Primus lol.
I just sent out a fresh batch of questions. Stay tuned!
Great interview, BCP. Enjoyed learning about that man behind the Pull.
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Nov 16, 2011, 02:52:37 PM
Enjoyed learning about that man behind the Pull.
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 16, 2011, 04:35:33 AM
I'll get on the next interview tomorrow morning guys, I promise. Sorry for the delay. I'll post Omega's whenever I get his answers.
I think you'll all like who I have next ;)
I was about to post that; sorry for that everyone, but pc is slow sometimes, and it's also a quite busy period.
On a side note, great interview! And welcome back to our dear
Sharp Sticks.
http://www.anyclip.com/movies/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial/e-t-leaves/ (http://www.anyclip.com/movies/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial/e-t-leaves/)
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Sorry for the delay folks. It's been a busy couple of weeks here on my end. So without further ado, here's the next interview! Please give a big round of applause for the man behind the helmet, SpaceMarines!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Alien, hands down. Always has been, always will be. This may seem a bit odd considering my username, but to me, it's just an example of a perfect film. It's got great atmosphere, relatable characters, outstanding performances, it oozes tension, the designs are magnificent... Everything came together in that movie. The fact that it was the first film of either franchise that I watched probably had something to do with it, as well. As a 7-to-8 year-old kid, watching that, in the dark, it left an immense impression on me. To this day, it's one of the few films that has legitimately scared me and made me dread to continue watching. It also had a certain feel to it that none of the other films did; this sense that humans are but a small part of a vast, cold, indifferent, and sometimes outright hostile universe. That part may be the most disturbing of all, that fear of the unknown.
Actually, no, face-rape is the most disturbing. But the Lovecraftian stuff is right up there.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Hello! My real name is Jack Edwards, and I am a 16-year-old male residing in Edmonton, Alberta, which last year held the distinct honour of being the second coldest place on the planet (for one day)! I am a self-admitted nerd, and I love a good story, be it a film, TV show, play, novel, video game, anything. I am what would be called a cinephile, and have gradually been adding to the list of films that I want to see. I also draw (check out my DeviantART!), play guitar, write, and dabble in acting. At the moment, I am involved in my school's production of Romeo and Juliet, in which I have either three swordfights before being stabbed and dying, or three angry speeches before being sad and almost crying.
TheMonolith and I are currently working on a fan-fic together, which is nearing completion of its first draft. I'm also in the concept stages of a sci-fi series (possibly comic book). Be sure to keep your eyes on both of those projects!
As some of you are probably aware, I am rather passionate about space, so I'm planning on going into either aerospace engineering or astrophysics once I get to university. The ultimate goal is to become one of those few that have traveled beyond the atmosphere of this small planet, but I realize that's a long-shot. Still, can't hurt to dream!
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Oh, definitely. I think Alien played a huge part in my current love of sci-fi (along with Star Wars and Jurassic Park), and that's a love that has affected many parts of my life. The imagined technologies that show up in science fiction have always really grabbed at my imagination. I love thinking about how those things could actually work in real life, and if there was any way to make them real. I think that's part of why I'm thinking of getting into engineering; I'd just love to help make these fictional machines a reality.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Well, mainly it's just the fact that I love the movies. Alien may be my favourite, but Aliens and Predator will always have a special place in my heart, and Alien3 and Predator 2 are both films that I enjoy immensely. Having discovered a place like this, where I can discuss my love of these films with others that share it, was just a godsend.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
;D -> :D -> :) -> :-\ -> :( -> :'(
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
Well, to say an answer that nobody has before, it's the people!
But really, there's nothing else I can say to that. Sure, the constant news and updates about various films and games (A/P related, and otherwise) is nice, but it's the people that keep me here. I've been on a few other forums, and nowhere else was there such a sense of friendship as there is here. I may not have been as active here as of late, but I highly doubt there'll be a time when I leave permanently.
I just love you guys too much. :)
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
More whipped cream.
Everything's better with whipped cream.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Space Sweeper. I feel bad for having to pick just one, but he'd be it. He's just the person here that I feel I know the most. We have almost scarily similar taste in everything from music to movies (with one or two notable exceptions), and in MSN we often type and say the exact same thing at the exact same time. Everytime I'm on this site, or MSN, or Xbox, and I see he's there too, I know I'm gonna start laughing pretty damn soon. Add to that the fact that he's helped me out with one or two problems, and that we live close enough that actually meeting face-to-face is a feasible possibility, and, goddamnit, you have someone that I call one of my best friends.
What is your favourite curse word?
I'd have to go with the classic f**k, and derivatives thereof. It's just so short, sweet, and to the point. f**k. No wasting time. It's just, BAM! f**k.
I would like to give son of a whore an honourable mention. I just find that incredibly satisfying to say.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
About damn time! Carl Sagan's been waiting for you.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I am optimistic. It's Ridley Scott doing sci-fi. That alone is enough for me to get excited. The fact that it'll take place in the Alien universe simply increases my anticipation. I am a bit worried about them demystifying the Space Jockey, but if anyone's gonna do it, I'm glad it's Riddles.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Yes, I do. I see the appeal of the crossover, and I think it does work as comics and games, but for a film? No. They'll never get it right.
For improvements? Well, I'd like people to remember that it's Aliens vs. Predator. It isn't Predator Slaughters Aliens. They're supposed to be evenly matched adversaries. It gets boring seeing Predators just kill countless Aliens over and over. Every close-up engagement with an Alien should be an incredibly risky move, and one that results in a brutal fight to the death.
Also, Aliens bleed acid. It'll melt you if you stab them.
How much des the bromance with Space Sweeper mean to you? It's probably the most popular one around here.
The AvP Galaxy Awards would disagree with you on that, but I think I pretty much answered this question earlier. I feel that he is truly a close friend of mine, a person that I can confide with, whose advice I can trust. Said advice hasn't always worked out entirely as planned, but it has been very helpful nonetheless.
The extremely late nights spent with him and Fitz on Xbox over the summer were some of the funnest times I've had. :laugh:
Sharp Sticks gets involved in said bromance every now and then. How do you go about handling two guys at once?
I burn with jealousy everytime Sticks gets involved. I've been planning a bus trip down to Calgary for some time now. Everything will be decided then.
There can be only ONE!!!
You deciphered my secret to higher-than-average posting. I demand to know how you came by this information!!!
*lights cigarette*
I was suspicious of you. No one could possibly have a post count that high. No one.
*takes a drag*
I began to look into it, researching you, following the digital paper trail back from your IP address.
You're good at hiding what you are.
*takes drag*
Real good.
*taps ash into ashtray*
I almost lost you in the Mumbai connection, and bouncing the signal off of a decommissioned Soviet satellite was a marvelous ploy. And don't even get me started on those NSA scramblers.
*another drag*
But I tracked you down.
*takes drag, exhales slowly*
I'd heard rumours of the Canadian government researching into AI technologies, a joint venture with Cyberdyne and Tessier-Ashpool. I had no idea that they'd been successful. Or that their... creation had decided to devote so much of its higher functions to posting on an AvP fan forum.
*takes another drag*
But your not using everything here. Oh, no. You're not.
Most of your computing power is devoted to something else, something... worse.
I don't know what it is yet, but mark my words, I'll find out.
*takes drag, exhales through nose*
I'm onto you.
How does it feel to be one of the few Canucks on a board rife with hooligans and Yanks?
It feels good. Whenever said Yanks and hooligans complain about the cold weather, I just say "It's -40 here."
I love doing that. ;D
Only 16? 16!
You're lucky that's legal over here dude.
It is so beautiful that my face just melted off.
Go Canucks! Not the hockey team...
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
How much des the bromance with Space Sweeper mean to you? It's probably the most popular one around here.
The AvP Galaxy Awards would disagree with you on that, but I think I pretty much answered this question earlier. I feel that he is truly a close friend of mine, a person that I can confide with, whose advice I can trust. Said advice hasn't always worked out entirely as planned, but it has been very helpful nonetheless.
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Best. Interview. Ever.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
Spoiler
You deciphered my secret to higher-than-average posting. I demand to know how you came by this information!!!
*lights cigarette*
I was suspicious of you. No one could possibly have a post count that high. No one.
*takes a drag*
I began to look into it, researching you, following the digital paper trail back from your IP address.
You're good at hiding what you are.
*takes drag*
Real good.
*taps ash into ashtray*
I almost lost you in the Mumbai connection, and bouncing the signal off of a decommissioned Soviet satellite was a marvelous ploy. And don't even get me started on those NSA scramblers.
*another drag*
But I tracked you down.
*takes drag, exhales slowly*
I'd heard rumours of the Canadian government researching into AI technologies, a joint venture with Cyberdyne and Tessier-Ashpool. I had no idea that they'd been successful. Or that their... creation had decided to devote so much of its higher functions to posting on an AvP fan forum.
*takes another drag*
But your not using everything here. Oh, no. You're not.
Most of your computing power is devoted to something else, something... worse.
I don't know what it is yet, but mark my words, I'll find out.
*takes drag, exhales through nose*
I'm onto you.
Spoiler
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PMWhat are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
;D -> :D -> :) -> :-\ -> :( -> :'(
Well put, SpaceMarines. :laugh:
You guys are in for a treat today...*drum roll*...
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A SECOND INTERVIEW!!!!!!!!!!!! Up next we have the incredible Laufey. Enjoy!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
If you had asked me this question a year ago, my answer would probably have been Predator or Predator 2. However, these days my interest lies more with the Alien movies. So my answer would have to be Alien 3. First of all, I always feel like I have a hard time putting down my thoughts and feelings about a movie. It's not something I think I'm very good at, so bear with me if this makes little or no sense. To start of with something simple, I love the colour scheme, that glorious rusty brown. Don't know why, I just like it. Alien 3 takes a bold direction right at the beginning by killing of Newt and Hicks, which I really didn't mind myself. It set the tone for what is a very bleak movie after all. Sigourney is, of course great as always. Her character has definitely been placed in a interesting situation, given her recent loss as well as the alien growing inside of her. It has a great supporting cast as well and makes a decent job out of making these characters that should be very unlikeable both likeable and somewhat relateable. Dillon, Clemens, Morse and 85 are all great characters in my opinion.
Also, this run-down prison/furnace makes for a very interesting setting. Far from what could be called any decent civilization, just as it should be. A very open place that's still great for some claustrophobic scenes. The religious themes is something I appreciate as well, it's something I always find myself intrigued by. Would have been even more up my alley had they gone with the original idea of the wooden planet and the monks, I reckon.
What can be said of the creature itself then? I like the Runner design and thumbs up for them going back to there just being one alien. For me, having a horde of aliens doesn't quite give the same impact or sense of horror and dread that a single creature does.
Oh, and the score is amazing. Didn't really paid much attention to it until very recently, but it's great.
Overall, I can't point at any single thing and say "That's what makes this movie great", it's just the mix of it all that makes for something that is very much to my liking. It's a great end to Ripley's journey, even though it doesn't exactly end on a happy note.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'Who are you and what do you do?'
I'm a twenty-four year old guy from Sweden. I come from a family of decent size, with two younger sisters and a older brother. My parents split up about ten years ago and I've pretty much been living with my dad ever since. I'm currently unemployed, with an unfinished nursing degree in the bagage. I'm aiming for something different when it comes to my future career though. The plan is to get going with the studies after the summer and with a little luck I will be a fully educated librarian in a few years time.
What else can be said? I'm very much a nerd and spend a lot of time listening to music, playing games, watching movies or reading comics and books. With that being said, I don't spend all my time indoors. There's a really nice forest just a couple of hundred meters from where I live, so I like to spend time there whenever I feel there's time.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Except for taking up quite a bit of my time and making me come here each day, no, not much.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Well, the movies all have a huge rewatch value. Predator and Aliens if you want a great action movie, Predator 2 if you want a little of that 80's cheese and Alien and Alien 3 if you want the real horror. Also, there's just so much material for me that I've never really picked up on before. So many extras for each of the movies that I haven't seen yet, not to mention all the comics and novels that has yet to be read. And that's just the old stuff...
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
It's been going downhill. Resurrection was fun, but didn't quite match the previous movies. AVP was decent, but nothing special. But watching AVP-R made it look a little better at least. But to be honest, AVP-R is a guilty pleasure as well. Predators was pretty boring though. Which is a shame, because I had great hopes for that movie and I liked it on my first viewing. But the future looks bright, as Prometheus looks genuinely promising. And not just from a fanboy perspective.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The great mix of people that can be found here. And the possibility of talking about pretty much everything with these people, not just the Alien and Predator stuff. It's also a very active place, compared to many other forums. There's always something going on, so I very rarely get bored around here.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I would add some positive energy. Fans can be so angry sometimes. Or very often actually.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Damn, this is a tough one. It's hard to single someone out, but if I have to, I would say... Nightmare Asylum. Always a pleasure to talk with, as well as very polite. Not to mention that his very presence here has inspired me to dig deeper into the Tremors universe. We seem to be quite like minded when it comes to most things and it's always nice bouncing some ideas with this guy. And, of course, we're both big fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
What is your favourite curse word?
Just something simple as "f**k". Don't know if it's my favorite, but it's certainly the one I use the most.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Express elevator to hell, going down."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I'm very much looking forward to it. It's really great to see Ridley Scott return and the cast that has been assembled is just amazing. Plot details have been a bit vague, but I don't mind. For once, I'm happy just waiting for a movie without feeling the need to see every set photo or learn every detail before it comes out.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Yes, very much so. To be honest, I'm not very excited by the AVP concept anymore. But like many others, I wouldn't mind if a future installment would be set in space and involve the Colonial Marines somehow.
No unique-to-Laufey questions? :-\ Hm.
Still, both were damn interesting!
Who's next?
Good work guys. Keep 'em comin' Doom.
Very nice again.
I feel I speak for everybody when there is a desire for specific to member questions, so that is what I would suggest in the future. Perhaps requests from other members as was originally suggested for this thread.
Other than that, this is still a nice place to visit. Thumbs up.
Quote from: TheMonolith on Nov 21, 2011, 07:57:20 PM
Very nice again.
I feel I speak for everybody when there is a desire for specific to member questions, so that is what I would suggest in the future. Perhaps requests from other members as was originally suggested for this thread.
Other than that, this is still a nice place to visit. Thumbs up.
I agree, personally other than Omegazilla I have no burning requests off the top of my head, but I'll volunteer myself for future interviews!
I also think if anyone has a question they have for someone they could stitch it onto the main interview by Doom, unique questions in these are always good.
This thread, I love it!
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Quote from: Xenodog on Nov 21, 2011, 07:33:23 PM
No unique-to-Laufey questions? :-\ Hm.
Still, both were damn interesting!
Who's next?
I asked him if he had any in particular he would've liked. I don't know him as well I do some of the other members, quite honestly :P
BEST DAY EVER!
Oh, shit, two interviews?
Loved it, Laufey. :)
Quote from: Vulhala on Nov 21, 2011, 03:21:06 PM
Only 16? 16!
You're lucky that's legal over here dude.
Oh, don't worry. It's legal here, too. :-*
Quote from: TheMonolith on Nov 21, 2011, 03:35:58 PM
It is so beautiful that my face just melted off.
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I can see the joy in your eyes.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Nov 21, 2011, 04:24:31 PM
Go Canucks! Not the hockey team...
CANADA!
f**k yea...Quote from: Space Sweeper on Nov 21, 2011, 05:07:35 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
How much des the bromance with Space Sweeper mean to you? It's probably the most popular one around here.
The AvP Galaxy Awards would disagree with you on that, but I think I pretty much answered this question earlier. I feel that he is truly a close friend of mine, a person that I can confide with, whose advice I can trust. Said advice hasn't always worked out entirely as planned, but it has been very helpful nonetheless.
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Best. Interview. Ever.
C'mere, you!
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Goddamnit... I promised myself I wouldn't cry...
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Nov 21, 2011, 05:07:35 PMQuote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
Spoiler
You deciphered my secret to higher-than-average posting. I demand to know how you came by this information!!!
*lights cigarette*
I was suspicious of you. No one could possibly have a post count that high. No one.
*takes a drag*
I began to look into it, researching you, following the digital paper trail back from your IP address.
You're good at hiding what you are.
*takes drag*
Real good.
*taps ash into ashtray*
I almost lost you in the Mumbai connection, and bouncing the signal off of a decommissioned Soviet satellite was a marvelous ploy. And don't even get me started on those NSA scramblers.
*another drag*
But I tracked you down.
*takes drag, exhales slowly*
I'd heard rumours of the Canadian government researching into AI technologies, a joint venture with Cyberdyne and Tessier-Ashpool. I had no idea that they'd been successful. Or that their... creation had decided to devote so much of its higher functions to posting on an AvP fan forum.
*takes another drag*
But your not using everything here. Oh, no. You're not.
Most of your computing power is devoted to something else, something... worse.
I don't know what it is yet, but mark my words, I'll find out.
*takes drag, exhales through nose*
I'm onto you.
Spoiler
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Thought you might like that.
Quote from: Laufey on Nov 21, 2011, 05:58:43 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PMWhat are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
;D -> :D -> :) -> :-\ -> :( -> :'(
Well put, SpaceMarines. :laugh:
I was trying to fit anger in there somewhere, but I couldn't make it fit. :(
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Nov 22, 2011, 01:37:32 AM
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Nov 21, 2011, 05:07:35 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
How much des the bromance with Space Sweeper mean to you? It's probably the most popular one around here.
The AvP Galaxy Awards would disagree with you on that, but I think I pretty much answered this question earlier. I feel that he is truly a close friend of mine, a person that I can confide with, whose advice I can trust. Said advice hasn't always worked out entirely as planned, but it has been very helpful nonetheless.
http://gyazo.com/492543a9cd9d0884d07e15ed1d511666.png
Best. Interview. Ever.
C'mere, you!
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Goddamnit... I promised myself I wouldn't cry...
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Spoiler
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Spoiler
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Great interviews there guys, enjoyable reading. And hey look, I got a mention!
I'm up for interview questions if anyone is up to the task.
Note, I'm going to bed.
Spoiler
No one and I mean NO ONE disturbs me in my sleep.
Spoiler
It only takes 4 muscles to bitch slap a motherf**ker!
Spoiler
Again, and again, and again...
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Good night. :)
Great interviews! Pick me next! Me Me Me!
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 09:09:42 PM
Quote from: Xenodog on Nov 21, 2011, 07:33:23 PM
No unique-to-Laufey questions? :-\ Hm.
Still, both were damn interesting!
Who's next?
I asked him if he had any in particular he would've liked. I don't know him as well I do some of the other members, quite honestly :P
Shame, still a good interview though.
Read though Marines' and Laufey's interviews. Really great stuff.
And Lauf, really honored being your favorite member. You are always awesome to talk to, and have introduced me to a lot of cool stuff! Thank you very much dude :)
I really want an interview i have been here for so many years!
Quote from: Predator Queen on Nov 23, 2011, 02:55:28 AM
I really want an interview i have been here for so many years!
Oh, wow. :-\
I sent out a fresh batch of questions this morning.
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Comrades, today we take a step away from our testosterone-driven brethren and allow the feminine side of Galaxy to show. Introducing, the immortal, the immacualte, the irresistible, PREDATOR QUEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Before I answer, I checked everyone else's interviews and noticed everyone said Alien or Aliens or even Alien 3 EXCEPT Darkness. I guess I have to be the black sheep of this question as well.
Everyone raves on the Alien franchise. Its soooo wonderfully done, the story is so FRESH and original! The characters are so relatable and real and how they think is so logical like there really real. Let's not forget the stunning features and effects and the creature! It's soooo scary and complicated and symbolic and otherworldly. It's a masterpiece is wonderful, and theirs no flaws in it anywhere! It's a film that captures the fighting human spirit in its purest form!
I (Censored) to it every night! Uh see I just got a (Censored) talking about it because it turns me on that much!
Hahahahaha see there I go, I ranted.
(Alien fans may bawww now.)
I love the Predator franchise (All the movies don't ask me to pick just one) and I will tell you why.
When I watch movies I don't necessary watch it from the fascinating hero human point of view. Anybody can do that and most people do. I am always watching it for the monster. What makes Predator so special is unlike alien its more "alive." It has emotions it has culture, it has a real agenda. And even better its far superior to the human race.
When you watch Alien for the monster value it's fascinating don't get me wrong. But if Xenomorph's had there own National Geographic special, it would last about... 40 minutes maybe an hour. Mostly covering how it reproduces. To me that's not satisfying enough.
Now if you watched a National Geographic special on Yatuja, that would be a season long educational episodes. They would have to go threw evolution, language, weapon devolvement, ranks, different clans, reproduction, the home world it just goes on and on.
Its just fascinating, like studding a tribe of indigenous people, only there f*cking aliens how cool is that!?!
Being 7+ feet tall and having a body of a Greek god doesn't hurt either.
{Grins}
The human characters in Predator are also just fun to watch and obviously it's the first movie which introduces the Yautja species.
Predator 2 it pretty good despite the hate it gets sometimes, just because it's taken more as a joke doesn't mean it's a horrible movie people. But you do learn that some Yautja specialize in different areas, some in jungles some in cities and who knows what else.
Predators is also very close to being my favorite. It introduces the whole Dogs vs. Wolves or Normal code Yautja vs. Bad Bloods. To me that's even more interesting then before, its like the learning jackpot!
Because remember kids, Knowledge is Power!
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Man!?! Alright! Hang on let me get into character...
I am Mario Gazputshi famous Italian race car driver. I enjoy fast cars, beautiful women, grooming my mustache and the song Fat bottom Girls by Queen.
Pfft fine I will be serious...
My name is none of your F*cking business.
But I am known as Asha to all my friends, I hate my real name and Asha was just a name that popped into my head when developing an anime character. I never let it go.
Or I am known as Nyeupe a level 1 Gnoll Barbarian who may be a savage at heart but is torn between eating or f*cking her boyfriend...
Uhh fine...
I enjoy cosplaying, drawing, writing horrible fanfiction, making things go boom, and listing to my Mp3 player while nodding to people like I give a f*ck about what there saying.
I also enjoy some typical geek activities like D&D, playing video games and kicking ass, staying at the library for hours on end and talking about anime for weeks on end.
But I am also Goth so I like to wear a lot of black, chains and spikes.
Right now I don't have a job but I do reenactment here and there. Its fun and gives me an excuse not to be myself and dress up.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Not really, I always hunted people for sport. Stalking, hissing, growling and roaring was the definition of my childhood, and the paragraph of problems that my psychiatrist wrote down in her notebook before prescribing that colorful mountain of pills I had until I was 17.
The only thing that has really changed is now I can have little secret Yautja comments/conversations with my friend Kea.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
I have what is called OCD.
Its something that not only makes me organize things that don't belong to me. It also makes me unable to let go of interests and not shut up about them for months or years on end. Interests can go into hiding but they will be there, popping up at the most interesting of moments.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Well that's a tough one to answer, only because I don't want to be burned at the stake. And I am not good with explaining things. So here is a stock market impression of how I think things are going.
Alien = Up
Alien = Shot Up
Alien 3 = Down Slightly
Alien Resurrection = Plummeted Down
Prometheus = (Observation) Up
Predator = Up
Predator 2 = Down Slightly
Predators = Up
Alien vs. Predator = Down
Alien vs. Predator Requiem = Extinct
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The fanboys of course! It sounds really stupid to say this but no matter where I move to, no matter how many Sci-fi geeks there are out there. NONE are into this franchise!
I mean what the f*ck you never watched Alien or Predator?!? YOU CALL YOURSELF A SCI-FI NERD? YOUR MOTHER SHOULD HAVE EATEN YOU AT BIRTH!
When you combine fangirls and fanboys with one subject all shit breaks loose, but in a good way. You have fun making jokes or having intelligent conversations about your interest. This is the only place I can have fun doing that because apparently I live in an area where Alien and Predator is a unknown.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
It's about time we merchandise more! I demand a shirt a poster a button a bumper sticker and a coffee mug! And a collectable action figure of Purebreedalien with removable mask to show Nightmare Asylum's face!
(Love those two idiots)
Or
To have recreational area posts count again. I miss that a lot...
Who is your favourite board member and why?
UHH...
I don't want to hurt anyone's feelings by not mentioning them. But remember I love each and everyone of you who are in my harem, and I will be coming by your house shortly to collect your soul and first born as agreed.
I would have to say...
Lie, because we have a bit more in common then just the Alien and Predator franchise. We both love anime and that is a pretty large portion of my life. It's just sometimes really hard to talk to him because he lives in the UK while I live in the US and the times are different.
Lie I am right behind you...
What is your favourite curse word?
F*ck, f*ck, f*ck
Motha motha f*ck
Motha motha f*ck f*ck
Motha f*ck, motha f*ck
Noich noich noich
1,2
1,2,3,4
Noich, noich, noich
Smoking weed, smoking wizz
Doing coke, drinking beers
Drinking beers, beers, beers
Rolling fatties, smoking blunts
Who smokes the blunts?
We smoke the blunts
Rolling blunts and smoking..
15 bucks, little man
Put that shit, in my hand
If that money, doesn't show
Then you owe me, owe me, owe.
My Jungle Love, yeah, o e o e o, I think I
wanna know ya know ya,
yea what?
... I am sorry, I broke out in a Jay and Silent Bob reference again...
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
" Lucifer is still waiting for you to pay your half of the child support. "
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I am honestly very excited about it, despite not being the worlds biggest Alien franchise fan. It's also very comforting to know Ridley Scott is in charge and not some other guy.
{Cough}
Jean-Pierre Jeunet
{Cough}
Like a lot of the more dedicated Alien fanboys I was hanging on to every word that was posted here on this site. Until it became this volleyball game of information, yes this is going to be an alien movie, wait no it isn't WAIT YES IT IS. There will be spacejockeys! YES NO YES NO YES!
Ugh
I just got tired of it, I think I will wait this out. Maybe until things are really set in stone. But even then I might just want to be surprised when I got to the theater.
( I did see the trailer at a friends house, I did not fangirl squee so much his dogs started to howl...)
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
{Twiddles Fingers}
As most of you know I was the biggest fangirl for AVP around the time I first joined. But as I got older and wiser
(Who am I kidding I just got older!)
I do believe now it was a wasted concept. But not completely, in a sense it did draw out the female fan base from the malls and onto the internet.
Side effects being, really bad fanfiction and really questionable fan art about Scar and Lex.
What pisses me off the concept are a few things, it's in modern times. I think it would have been much better if it was set in the future like how all the Alien movies are in. It appeals to the Sci-Fi community and it gives the excuse for bigger guns and awesome weapons. And a territory xenomorphs look good and thrive in.
Obviously the "romance" between Lex and Scar really pissed the fanboys off and the fact he "asked" for her help.
Maybe they could of made the "interest" less obvious so fangirls can go squee and fanboys can easily dismiss that clam.
I do believe the asking a human for help was definitely unnecessary and does smudge the big bad manly Yatuja name.
But what really Really REALLY F*CKING PISSES ME OFF IS THE FACT IT WAS RATED PG-13! AND THE FACT THE EFFECTS MADE SCAR'S FACE (and any other predator) LOOK LIKE SOMETHING MY DOG THREW UP! MAKE IT R, MAKE IT WITH A BETTER F*CKING BUDGET!
I can go on and on but I still enjoyed it, which makes my ramblings pointless.
You're the most prominent female on these boards, without a shadow of a doubt. Why do you think there aren't more ladies around here?
Because there are all wrapped up in the vines of Stephenie Meyer abortion we call Twilight?
Hah.
But seriously.
I think these movies were specifically aimed towards many men. Lets look at a few of are members. A decent portion of them are into things pertaining to each of the movies. Specifically war, army, marine's ect. related things. These are just things that aren't a strong interest to females I'm afraid.
Now let's look to the creatures of these films. There not exactly something you see in a sappy romance comedy you were forced to watch with you girlfriend last week because you got into an argument about how you spend to much time with your bros and not enough time with her.
There "scary" monsters that rape your face or rip out you spine. Not exactly Walt Disney.
Do you consider yourself a tomboy?
Very much so, my whole life I was a tomboy. I never showed any interest in dolls or the color pink or dresses or playing house. In fact it worried my aunt so much every Birthday and Christmas she would send me dolls and dresses until I was old enough to tell her to stop.
I used to take apart the dolls and chuck them at friends. Or put there limbs in a toy dinosaurs mouth.
Growing up I played football or MIB (I was the alien) with the neighborhood boys, or we went into everyone's window wells and took out all the frogs and worms or played Nintendo in my garage.
I have never been inside a hair salon or had a manicure or pedicure or whatever they call them. I rather use my money to buy some new comics or some new video games or some memorabilia from a horror movie I adore. Something that can be treasured forever.
I have never worn a dress unless I was forced to by my mother when I was little.
I dress simply, some black t-shirt that's a size too big with some picture on it, a pair of jeans or some of those baggy pants with the chains. And a pair of skater shoes or army boots.
This year I just found out what a blouse was, I don't know if that makes me a super tomboy or just stupid. Probably both.
There's a lot of bromance around here. Have you had any sis-mance 'round these parts?
Honestly? No. I never even had the gumption to talk to other female members on the board. Unless you count that one stalker I had that fallowed me from 3 different sites to here. But that was more yelling then talking. I can't help I am that awesome, it's a curse.
But I will say this.
I rather talk to the guys here then any of the other girls that have, are and will be here in the future.
Spacemarines, Laufey, Predator Queen excellent interviews. Enjoy them very much. :)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 21, 2011, 09:09:42 PM
Quote from: Xenodog on Nov 21, 2011, 07:33:23 PM
No unique-to-Laufey questions? :-\ Hm.
Still, both were damn interesting!
Who's next?
I asked him if he had any in particular he would've liked. I don't know him as well I do some of the other members, quite honestly :P
Laufey, tell us about your superhuman updating abilities. How
do you do it!? :P
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
And a collectable action figure of Purebreedalien with removable mask to show Nightmare Asylum's face!
(Love those two idiots)
:D
Great interview.
not fair! i asked it weeks ago!
great interview btw queen. i see you spend a lot of time preparing those answers...
Nice interview
The soul and firstborn thing won't work. I signed a different name on the contract.
I await a squeeling douche with a porn mustache running down the street soon.
Its a clip on mustache!
I thought it looked fakey. ::)
That's kind of cool, in it's own way!
-Rakai'Thwei
Should have gone over that interview with a spellcheck.
But then it wouldn't have been her own words!
I TOLD YOU TO SPELL CHECK IT DOOM!
I don't get the response to the first answer. Were the two paragraphs of being an asshole at all necessary? ???
Apparently so.
Let us "bawwww" now.
(I assume that's something not entirely postive)
I was being silly
I mean, sure, trash the movies all you want, but that's trashing the people who like them.
I demand a redo on my interview. I'ma trash e'rry muhfugga.
You know I like the Alien movies, and I am excited about the new one. The whole interview to me was a joke, isn't it obvious?
So why'd you ask for it?
Because its fun, well then the first part was a joke, its just funny how many people said Alien was there favorite. It's like the perfect movie in every aspect but perfection for me is overrated I like when things have flaws it makes it more fun.
Hey Doom, maybe you should put on the first part, not to be taken seriously by alien fans. Just a bit of fun at there expense.
hey doom interview FoxMulder next. 8)
I think Chupa is due for his interview. Anyways, I'm glad you're doing these Doomrulz. Keep the ball rolling.
Great interview Queen, got some nice laughs out of me
Great interview Queen. Very scatty :laugh:
Although this thread has no legitimacy until I've been done.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
Comrades, today we take a step away from our testosterone-driven brethren and allow the feminine side of Galaxy to show. Introducing, the immortal, the immacualte, the irresistible, PREDATOR QUEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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There's a lot of bromance around here. Have you had any sis-mance 'round these parts?
Honestly? No. I never even had the gumption to talk to other female members on the board. Unless you count that one stalker I had that fallowed me from 3 different sites to here. But that was more yelling then talking. I can't help I am that awesome, it's a curse.
But I will say this.
I rather talk to the guys here then any of the other girls that have, are and will be here in the future.
Sad to hear, there are some really awesome girls on this site like LadyZero, Keylight-Di, Darwin'sgirl, Jackelope, Topezara to name a few. We are pretty lucky to have them, their input here has been extremely valuable but we are all entitled to our opinions however different they may be.
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Nov 28, 2011, 01:01:24 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
And a collectable action figure of Purebreedalien with removable mask to show Nightmare Asylum's face!
(Love those two idiots)
:D
Great interview.
MAKE IT HAPPEN.
"YOUR MOTHER SHOULD HAV EATEN YOU AT BIRTH!"
Was the best part. :laugh:
Quote from: Vulhala on Nov 28, 2011, 04:01:21 PM
Although this thread has no legitimacy until I've been done.
I second this motion. More Vul, please.
Quote from: First Blood on Nov 28, 2011, 12:45:26 AMLaufey, tell us about your superhuman updating abilities. How do you do it!? :P
It all makes sense once you figure out my true identity.
Spoiler
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Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Nov 28, 2011, 04:05:47 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
Comrades, today we take a step away from our testosterone-driven brethren and allow the feminine side of Galaxy to show. Introducing, the immortal, the immacualte, the irresistible, PREDATOR QUEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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There's a lot of bromance around here. Have you had any sis-mance 'round these parts?
Honestly? No. I never even had the gumption to talk to other female members on the board. Unless you count that one stalker I had that fallowed me from 3 different sites to here. But that was more yelling then talking. I can't help I am that awesome, it's a curse.
But I will say this.
I rather talk to the guys here then any of the other girls that have, are and will be here in the future.
Sad to hear, there are some really awesome girls on this site like LadyZero, Keylight-Di, Darwin'sgirl, Jackelope, Topezara to name a few. We are pretty lucky to have them, their input here has been extremely valuable but we are all entitled to our opinions however different they may be.
With the exception of yourself and Pred Queen and to a lesser extent keylight-di and LadyZero, we don't have any active ones. The others you mentioned come and go.
I miss the feeling of curious dread I used to get on seeing a new PM from sweeteyes :(
Bwahahahaha, yeah, she was something else. I remember her never-ending wars with mal.
Sweeteyes... why does this name sound familiar?
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
Hmmm, I know the name but have no idea what your talking about. Must of been when I was gone.
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=58 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=58)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
Haha, she certainly didn't have a problem with me ;D
I'm pretty sure she sent a pic of her twins to EEV2650 too :laugh:
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
Spoiler
you mean all of them?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:11:31 PM
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=58 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=58)
Ah yes her.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
This reminds me of this...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9m9hcEnYeM#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9m9hcEnYeM#ws)
Quote from: Purebreedalien on Nov 28, 2011, 06:51:31 PM
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Nov 28, 2011, 01:01:24 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
And a collectable action figure of Purebreedalien with removable mask to show Nightmare Asylum's face!
(Love those two idiots)
:D
Great interview.
MAKE IT HAPPEN.
It should happen, the world would be a better place.
Quote from: Xenodog on Nov 28, 2011, 08:09:14 PM
"YOUR MOTHER SHOULD HAV EATEN YOU AT BIRTH!"
Was the best part. :laugh:
I was wondering if anyone got that joke
Quote from: Cap. Fitzgerald on Nov 28, 2011, 08:47:04 AM
Great interview Queen, got some nice laughs out of me
That was what I was hopeing for!
Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Nov 28, 2011, 04:05:47 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
Comrades, today we take a step away from our testosterone-driven brethren and allow the feminine side of Galaxy to show. Introducing, the immortal, the immacualte, the irresistible, PREDATOR QUEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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There's a lot of bromance around here. Have you had any sis-mance 'round these parts?
Honestly? No. I never even had the gumption to talk to other female members on the board. Unless you count that one stalker I had that fallowed me from 3 different sites to here. But that was more yelling then talking. I can't help I am that awesome, it's a curse.
But I will say this.
I rather talk to the guys here then any of the other girls that have, are and will be here in the future.
Sad to hear, there are some really awesome girls on this site like LadyZero, Keylight-Di, Darwin'sgirl, Jackelope, Topezara to name a few. We are pretty lucky to have them, their input here has been extremely valuable but we are all entitled to our opinions however different they may be.
Like Doom said, most are inactive. I just tend to never get along with the same sex and half the time I don't even understand them. Yes there input is valuble but I am not looking for input I am looking for laughs and friends.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
Lie I am right behind you...
???...
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:o
QuoteThere "scary" monsters that rape your face or rip out you spine. Not exactly Walt Disney.
lol
QuoteSide effects being, really bad fanfiction and really questionable fan art about Scar and Lex.
:-* Better than it being Yaoi. :P
Awesome Interview.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
" Lucifer is still waiting for you to pay your half of the child support. "
YES.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::)
Quote from: Vulhala on Nov 28, 2011, 09:16:18 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
Haha, she certainly didn't have a problem with me ;D
I'm pretty sure she sent a pic of her twins to EEV2650 too :laugh:
Still got them stored in my inbox ;)
Keep these interviews coming, it gives me the squirts!
- Dr. Nipple McTwist.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
Hey that remark resembles me ;)...the old part anyway! :D
Quote from: EEV2650 on Nov 29, 2011, 05:50:13 AM
Still got them stored in my inbox ;)
::)
Quote from: EEV2650 on Nov 29, 2011, 05:50:13 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 09:03:32 PM
Cranky older lady who had a problem with everyone.
::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::)
She always got antsy over the tiniest of things. Once mal had his avatar set to Jesus Zoidberg and she completely blew her stack.
Quote from: Lie on Nov 29, 2011, 04:23:52 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
Lie I am right behind you...
???...
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi900.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fac206%2FLie1295%2Fchapter_11_nicole_mines3.jpg&hash=499776022f6ad861f578081f8f7f9e929415c445)
:o
QuoteThere "scary" monsters that rape your face or rip out you spine. Not exactly Walt Disney.
lol
QuoteSide effects being, really bad fanfiction and really questionable fan art about Scar and Lex.
:-* Better than it being Yaoi. :P
Awesome Interview.
YOU HAD TO MENTION IT!
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Nov 29, 2011, 04:41:13 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Nov 28, 2011, 12:02:55 AM
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
" Lucifer is still waiting for you to pay your half of the child support. "
YES.
{Bites lip}
My friends seriously thing that's going to be the case too ...
Quote from: Valaquen on Nov 28, 2011, 08:36:59 PM
Quote from: Vulhala on Nov 28, 2011, 04:01:21 PM
Although this thread has no legitimacy until I've been done.
I second this motion. More Vul, please.
Vulhala for sure lol. Weren't we supposed to "roast" him in another thread?
Yes, that thread died quickly though.
Quote from: EEV2650 on Nov 29, 2011, 05:50:13 AM
Still got them stored in my inbox ;)
If memory serves, I wouldn't have thought them worth it. Or maybe I need to refresh my memory.
Quote from: Master Chief on Nov 29, 2011, 10:30:57 PM
Yes, that thread died quickly though.
Which thread was this?
Did it die because of the humourless?
Quote from: SiL on Nov 29, 2011, 11:00:34 PM
Quote from: EEV2650 on Nov 29, 2011, 05:50:13 AM
Still got them stored in my inbox ;)
If memory serves, I wouldn't have thought them worth it. Or maybe I need to refresh my memory.
She had kids?
One.
But we're talking the other twins.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Nov 29, 2011, 11:27:11 PM
Quote from: Master Chief on Nov 29, 2011, 10:30:57 PM
Yes, that thread died quickly though.
Which thread was this?
Did it die because of the humourless?
Nah, the format wouldn't have really worked I think.
Quote from: SiL on Nov 29, 2011, 11:37:56 PM
One.
But we're talking the other twins.
Oooooh.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.memeface.com%2Fheck-no.png&hash=aec803fbd1d44f1d804a4d029b130ffe0e8f20c3)
And other things besides!
My eyes, zhey are not clean.
For all we know she could be deceased now. When regular users just one day disappear It kinda makes you wonder. Like Undeadite and Private Hudson (I think Hudson went into the marine corp)
Undeadite is still active on Facebook. I'll send out fresh questions today.
Atta' boy, keep 'Em coming
Doom!
Quote from: EEV2650 on Dec 01, 2011, 05:17:16 AM
For all we know she could be deceased now. ...
Only one way to find out. We'll have to send
maledoro to Orr-strayliah to track her down.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww4.pictures.zimbio.com%2Fgi%2FLarry%2BKing%2BBill%2BMaher%2BHonored%2BHollywood%2BWalk%2B0LbekCaF0Xxl.jpg&hash=bdf2d5874962268776333f520f25fb7e1f8f646d)
And here we are everyone with a fresh interview for you all to enjoy! Up today is our resident Canadian patriot and military mogul,
Crazy Rich!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Well I have to say that it is very hard to choose. Alien, Aliens, and Predator are all pretty close in my book but I gotta choose one, it is especially hard choosing between Alien and Aliens as they both have great reasons for being my favourite. Alien is the very first movie saw when I was little, before I saw it I was like "What on earth is this?", after I saw it I said to myself "... AWESOME!". Naturally Aliens was the next movie I saw, I LOVED this movie, it had soldiers and it took things a step up. I'll get to that shortly because my favourite film is... ALIENS. "This time it's war" as the trailer stated. The Colonial Marines had me in awe, I was so excited to see the soldiers of the future fight against the greatest nightmare known to mankind, at least known to very few people such as Ripley. This conflict may had ended like Vietnam but I wasn't let down one bit. I was wise to remember this is no "A Bridge Too Far" or "The Longest Day" film, this is an ALIEN film where "In space, no one can hear you scream". Of course I didn't watch a trailer for this movie before watching it, in fact if I remember correctly I didn't even use the internet. I found out all this cool stuff from an old best friend who my Dad turned into one of the biggest Star Wars fans I have ever known when I was 5. Anyway, step by step I'm being blown away. There isn't just one Alien now, there are dozens upon dozens coming out of no where! The humans are in a desperate situation, then they start to get you wondering "Who's laying these eggs?". The moment when Ripley and Newt turned around in the hive... (just for effect SpaceMarines...)
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I could go on and on but I feel it's time to wrap up this question and move on to the next. Aliens is my favourite because it is an amazing master piece.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I have many names... I am Richard William Hammond, meaning strong leader/resolute protector/home protector in that order. But I leave the midde name out a lot and people usually call me by my first name... the ladies go by Richie. Some friends call me Rich. I have been dubbed Crazy Rich and The Hammondator. In the past ladies would sometimes call me Richie Rich but with an iron fist I ended that. I have even been known as Dick. In the old little kid days when we played War they woud call me Lieutenant. In my army cadet days they called me Sergeant Hammond (the rank is legit), and for one day they called me RSM (Regimental Sergeant Major). Enough about my name. I am a high school graduate looking for work and planning on going to college. I'm looking at law enforcement, motive power, and agriculture as some options. Other than that I take care of a bunch of pets, maintain the property and live freely like the wind... and keep a look out for dances and parties. Plus I recently got a poem published, that was cool.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Alien is THEE movie that got me into science fiction... oh wait I lied Star Wars did that. Well when I was younger that scene when the Alien jumped at Dallas made me lose sleep... but man was it worth it! I have figures in my room and posters on the wall. It's something I'd love to talk about with friends except they aren't really into it. Of course some people know now and then in my AvPG history I have displayed a "Canadian Colonial Marines" emblem. The Colonial Marines I just love, and not in a don't ask don't tell way. Next question...
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Like I said before my friends are not really into this stuff so it's nice to talk with people with a common love for the beasties. Of course Prometheus is coming, I'm really excited for this film espcially because it's in the hands of a shiny golden god (R. Scott). Then there is Aliens: Colonial Marines, I'm looking forward to go on a bug hunt with fellow members... with a xbox 360 I have heard about a sequel to Predators (rumour?), I'm for it if it happens but it probably won't have my full attention till cool pictures or a trailer show up.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Predators was a significant improvement I must say, no question about it. AvP-R... it was like a slurpee, when I saw it in the theaters at first I was like "Oh wow this is good!", because it was the first ever A/P movie I had seen on the big screen, a few days later... "What the f**k was I thinking?!?! Make it stop!" Recently I was stupid enough to take another sip from the unrated DVD and even left a somewhat positive review...
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Quote"Oh wow this good!"... "What the f**k was I thinking?!?! Make it stop!"
Good god that predalien isn't even canon in my eyes, whoever was involved in the making of that abomination is a moron.
I'm surprised a hurricane hasn't been named after Chet yet because of the f**king disater it left behind in Alien/Predator history.
I honestly believe by the looks of it Prometheus will turn things around or at least end the Alien franchise on a good note.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?The laughs.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Bring back the chat room. Do it! DO IT NOW! NOOOW!
Who is your favourite board member and why?Man... I really don't like picking favourite people. I may have clan like loyalty but I'm a lover... to people I like anyway. Picking one out of many is such a crime. I'm going to go with thee absent Sharp Sticks. Canadian, Westerns, Boba Fett, Applejack, I'd be insane not to pick Sharp Sticks.
What is your favourite curse word?It's a close match between Dick, F**k, Dumbass and Donkey Rapping Shit Eater. I'll pick dumbass.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_ASmaQsPEw#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_ASmaQsPEw#ws)
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?I am totally excited by this movie. One of the things I love about it is the Giger feel to some of the enviroments. I feel very confident that this film can't screw up with Ridley Scott in the director's seat. I pray that this will be the first movie alien related that I will see on the big screen that DOESN'T fail (I'm looking at you AvP-R).
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?I actually believe that in theory the concept is great. What has been wrong the whole time is how they are executing their ideas. The theory is good, the execution sucks. AvP itself isn't as bad as people may say but also isn't the greatest, AvP-R on the other hand deserves to be bombed for as long as it is remembered. Why couldn't they bring someone like Anderson back, anyone with experience, anyone but two unexperienced idiots.
I think a good AvP would mainly focus on the human perspective. The aliens and predators are obstacles in their goal. In the orginal movies the common goal was to survive, the aliens or predators were nightmarish obstacles in that goal.
I will be honest when I say I actually believe in the concept of a true Predator-alien hybrid. The theory I believe is actually pretty cool. When I am ripping on Predaliens it is pretty much just Chet I'm talking about, the way this creature was executed in AvP-R was ri-goddamn-diculously awful. They are not young Queens, they cannot reproduce... why yellow/orange? However I do believe that the theory is itself great, the idea just needs to be executed just as greatly. If there ever is another AvP movie in history let it be made by someone with the balls to create a TRUE Predalien that is not a Queen in anyway, cannot reproduce, and looks like a real black coloured alien (like from Alien or Aliens) only bigger and meaner with a twist of Predator traits (appearence... not colour), and he won't be the star of the aliens as that is rightfully the Queen's job. I will glady be an advisor even if I get paid $0.
Over the years you've been back and forth on the site, under different names. How come?Personal issues, like they say, no one is perfect and people make mistakes. I guess you can say I sometimes act on emotions, which isn't bad at all as it is what makes us human, but sometimes there are times when it's taken a step too far because acting on emotions that are really bottled up and contained can act like an overuse of TNT. A good aim, but a poor method. I think it's safe to say I'm not going anywhere anytime soon as I've learned from my mistakes.
You've made it no secret you're a military man. What is it about the army that draws you to it?One of the things that a human being desires in life is to feel like the belong. The military is a brother(sister)hood of courage, loyalty and integrity and those things appeal to me. It'd be a place where I could put noble thoughts into action and lets face it who doesn't want a life of adventure?
But I guess where this all started was when I was little an Rememberance Day was around the corner. I dug into my family history and found my great uncle Cpl. Reginald Wilson of the Toronto Scottish (Machine Gun) Regiment. I saw these photos and medals and learned how he was in the Battle of Britain 1940 and later into France and Holland. He was killed in action in Holland April 5th 1945 at the age of 25 and is today buried in Holland where a Dutch family actually watches over, cares for, and honours his grave for me and the family and even sends us photos. I believe it was a night around Remembrance Day when annually the Dutch people light candles at all the graves which all stand out in the pitch black night, I have pictures of that. When I learned about my great uncle, I figured I wanted to be just like him, minus being killed.
Adding on to that question, what do you think about games like Battlefield or Call of Duty that claim to emulate the grittiness of wartime?As much as I love these games I think their claims are either out of advertisement or they are just fools. A video game will never be able to truely replicate the horrors of war. In real life you have one life that can be ended by one bullet, in real life you feel the wet and cold mud and blood with your bare hands or the intense burning of a wound, in real life you see your friends die and perish.
Based on your answer to the previous question, do you its right on any level for these sorts of games to market themselves in such a manner?I have mixed opinions on the matter. As a gamer I don't see much wrong in it but not this because I can tell what is real and what's fake in the military world. There are probably people out there who might actually want to join the military mainly because of video games and I actually believe that is a sad reason, especially when they find out how wrong the video game ads are, but I guess the fault is on the individual. As someone who has huge respect for the veterans of not just Canada but also her allies like the U.S, U.K, Germany and many more, I can see how saying something like "This game brings you closer to WW2 than ever before" can be kind of insulting to the vets. Again as an individual gamer though they are just video games and should be treated as such.
Good interview. :)
Excellent interview. They're a treat to read as always. How does one qualify to become an interviewee? :)
Great interivew, Doom and Richie Ri... Crazy Rich. ;D
Quote from: First Blood on Dec 03, 2011, 07:24:51 PM
Excellent interview. They're a treat to read as always. How does one qualify to become an interviewee? :)
there's an application they give you and a couple vases and tell you to fill them up.
good interview Doom and rich
Great interview & couldn't agree more on the games questions.
These interviews are funny, intriguing but above all brilliant. We should have a section on the website that archives each member's interview.
Quote from: Alien³ on Dec 03, 2011, 08:53:54 PM
These interviews are funny, intriguing but above all brilliant. We should have a section on the website that archives each member's interview.
We pretty much have it here don't we?
Quote from: Alien³ on Dec 03, 2011, 08:53:54 PM
These interviews are funny, intriguing but above all brilliant. We should have a section on the website that archives each member's interview.
I like to have humours custom questions at the end but sometimes I don't know what to ask so I just resort to whatever makes a guy popular.
Quote from: First Blood on Dec 03, 2011, 07:24:51 PM
Excellent interview. They're a treat to read as always. How does one qualify to become an interviewee? :)
Ask nicely.
Quote from: Laufey on Dec 03, 2011, 07:28:17 PM
Great interivew, Doom and Richie Ri... Crazy Rich. ;D
Why you littl--... nice save sir.
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Our next interview features the resident Alien 3 fanboy (and perhaps the biggest A3 fan in the know universe), Alien³!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Well, I love all three equally like they were my own triplets, but as you've guessed Alien 3 (the assembly cut, Blu-ray edition.) is the one I couldn't do without. I think despite its obvious flaws it is a classic screaming at audiences in the face, but it is not being heard. I love it for its flaws like a parent to its child, who has crapped its pants and smeared it on the walls; it's a mess but you love it. Its production was chaos and out from that chaos came one of the most unique and beautifully haunting science fiction films ever made. Well I think so anyways so nerr.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Wouldn't you like to know? Of course you do, that is why you asked duurr! I'm Jack Anthony Ewins I'm about to turn 23 on Christmas eve, I'm the world's best Jurassic Park nerd and I'm an aspiring author, as some of you know. My first novel 'Through the Dark & the Dawn' is currently in the editing phase and should be out early 2012. I've been writing it since October 2007 and can't believe that my dreams are coming true. I also work at Hamley's toy store in London as a children's entertainer, which I have to say is one of the best jobs ever as I literally run around the store all day being stupid and get paid for it.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Certainly! Without doubt it's made my work more...let's say...adult. The one thing that the Alien and Predator franchises taught me was that although you're story might be about aliens, invisible hunters, space marines and robots it can be done in a serious and frightening way. So my story telling is always done with an aim to appeal to the older generations and not be afraid to.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The hope that one day, we'll finally see a sexy female Predator on film played by Steve Buscemi.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
It's an odd group of films when you look them all together. Obviously I see the decline over the decades but as someone once said (sorry for stealing this bro) I see it in three trilogies: 1. The Alien trilogy: Alien, Aliens, Alien 3 (AC) 2. The Predator trilogy: Predator, Predator 2, Predators and 3. The oh please someone dangle my family jewels into a sleeping lion's mouth and flick its love spuds with a wet towel trilogy: Alien: Resurrection, AVP, AVP:R.
Prometheus may change all this though.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
It feels like home. Strangely whenever I sign into AVPG I hear the Shire theme from Lord of the Rings. If the internet is Middle Earth, AVPG is its Hobbiton and I'm its Sam. Vulhala I'm looking at you to be my Rosie Cotton .
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Nothing much I suppose. I think I'd create more forum themes around the film's settings. I mentioned it once before about how cool it would be to have a Hadley's Hope, Nostromo and Fiorina 161 theme. I think the site designers could have a field day with those.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
I think it'll have to be SM. Why? Because the man has done his research and is always f##king right. Usually his posts are short and too the point because it's usually too put a case to rest so you have to give it to him for sticking it to those young ruffians, who think they know what is what. (I being one of them at times )
What is your favourite curse word?
Son of a bitch.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
About time! I was waiting ages for you! Now come on, let us watch Jurassic Park and discuss it afterwards in full detail.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the latest instalment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I can't hide my excitement! Just the other night (around the time the trailer was leaked) I jabbered on to my girlfriend why Prometheus is a special and odd chapter being added to this group of films. Honestly I have no beef with it at this time, all seems peachy. Only time will tell though, so ask me again this time next year.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Kinda. It all boils down to: be careful what you wish for. Audiences wanted it and the movie makers made it, but it wasn't what we hoped for and I'm thankful. I look back and AVP could have only been a masterpiece if Ridley, Cameron and Mctiernan got together and made the film back in the late 1980s. However in reality there is only one true film that comes close to that and it is called AVP: Redemption.
If you were designing the Runner, would you have changed anything?
I would have painted it the same colour as Giger's original Xenomorph. That is all.
Why the intense hate for Resurrection? I remember at one point you said you act as though it doesn't exist.
I did say that and I'll stand by it. A:R would have been a great film if it wasn't attached to the Alien franchise. It had everything there for it to be a late 90's classic space adventure film but because it was set in the same universe as Alien/s/3 it failed. For example imagine the Newborn in its own monster movie, where that slimy white thing is hiding in the darkness aboard a space ship, man I don't know about you but that would be some scary s##t! Ok, so the film would be called an Alien rip-off but at least it wouldn't be the joke it is today.
A:R just doesn't fit in its got to many jokes and the fact it completely killed any chance of a sequel was such a stupid move by Fox. Those are some of the reasons why I pretend it doesn't exist but hey, this is coming from me, Alien 3, and I know how some of you feel about me.
You have my sympathies.
QuoteVulhala, I'm looking at you to be my Rosie Cotton.
You couldn't afford me ;D
Quote from: Vulhala on Dec 08, 2011, 11:41:13 PM
QuoteVulhala, I'm looking at you to be my Rosie Cotton.
You couldn't afford me ;D
A sassy response.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 08, 2011, 11:02:17 PM
The oh please someone dangle my family jewels into a sleeping lion's mouth and flick its love spuds with a wet towel trilogy: Alien: Resurrection, AVP, AVP:R.
:laugh: YES!
Awesome interview.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 08, 2011, 11:02:17 PM
It feels like home. Strangely whenever I sign into AVPG I hear the Shire theme from Lord of the Rings. If the internet is Middle Earth, AVPG is its Hobbiton and I'm its Sam.
I looove you.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 08, 2011, 11:02:17 PM
Kinda. It all boils down to: be careful what you wish for.
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A great interview! Vulhalla you expensive bastard. ;D
Killer interview and one of my faves so far. Nice one Alien 3!
Excellent interview Alien3! Love your enthusiasm for the film Alien3 as well! And you sir - have a f**king awesome JP collection. :)
Nice interview, and like what First Blood said, you have an awesome JP collection.
Nice interview, do you get presents for both your birthday and christmas ?
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 08, 2011, 11:02:17 PM
Kinda. It all boils down to: be careful what you wish for.
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Nib Shuggarath Bahim! >:(
Quote from: Lie on Dec 10, 2011, 02:46:29 AM
Nice interview, do you get presents for both your birthday and christmas ?
Sometimes. It really depends if I want a particularly expensive gift.
More questions will be sent out tonight.
What's happening bro? We need moar!
Yeah, I need to get on it, I know :-[ holidays are keeping me busy!
You guys want someone in particular up next?
Vulhala
Yup, Vulhala.
And I'd personally like to see Valaquen interviewed, too.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Dec 23, 2011, 10:48:26 AM
Yup, Vulhala.
And I'd personally like to see Valaquen interviewed, too.
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Vulhala & Valaquen :)
Questions shall be sent!
Agrees with Alice & Omegazilla
Vulhala! & Valaquen! 8)
Just thinking of Vul's interview makes me smile. ;D
Vulhala!
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There's a pulse every now and then.
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Happy New Year, fellow Galaxy goers!!!!!! I hope everyone had a safe, fun, and relaxing holiday!! I know I did. But, it's back to the grindstone now and that means more interviews! Starting us for our last year on Earth is the quintessential Alien and Predator collector and aficionado, Mr. Sabres21768!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Definately ALIEN. To me, it embodies the true meaning of "alien" in its concept and execution of all aspects of what I would consider to be something completely different, and alien. The title creature was not like anything we'd seen before. The derelict was not like any alien craft we've seen. Even the Nostromo, with its "truckers-in-space" feel departed from the norm of science fiction movies.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm a 43 year old father of 5. My wife and I just had our first child together (her second, my 4th). My other 3 kids are 21, 16, and 15 and my step-son is 13. I'm a stay at home dad for now as this is the last child for both of us and neither of us want to send her off to a babysitter. I am going to school myself pursuing a degree in Business Management. We do well enough that we can afford to do the things we like to do (like collect Alien/Predator stuff).
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
It has spoiled to me to some degree actually. I find myself comparing any new movie that features an extraterrestrial creature, or craft, to what I've seen done in the Alien and Predator franchise. While it is true that not everything that's been done in both franchises as been successful (or even good), they provide a base by which I measure all other science fiction movies.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The fact that ALIEN is as watchable now as it was 30+ years ago is astounding. It just doesn't age. It was so well put together, that nothing about the movie seems dated. I also really enjoy all of the expanded universe stuff that has come out concerning both the ALIEN and PREDATOR franchise. I don't kill myself trying to fit everything into some all encompassing canon as far as the movies go. I enjoy them all based on their own merits...not whether it fits into what happened in the 3rd movie or does it contradict what a character said in a ten year old comic book. That stuff isn't imporant to me, nor does it take away from my enjoyment of any aspect of either franchise.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Sadly, I can't say that the movies got better the more they made of them. I appreciate what was attempted, and there are aspects of each movie that I enjoy. But, even with ALIENS, I felt they took a step back from what was shown and hinted at in ALIEN. Don't get me wrong, I love ALIENS, but I loved it because it was a great action movie done by a director that's known for that type of movie...not because it expanded on what, I felt at least, was something new and fresh that ALIEN had given us. I view the PREDATOR franchise in the same light. Although, P2 was not near as strong of a sequel that ALIENS was, it did at least expand on the mythos and "tribal" nature of the creature, which I felt definately added to the franchise itself. ALIENS, even as great a movie and sequel as it was, just turned my favorite creature into a big ant.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
I love the passion that others have for both creatures and their movies, comics, games, etc... Back when I first saw ALIEN and PREDATOR, there were no big fans out there to talk to about what I'd seen. There was no internet (yeah, I'm that old) and most kids were more into Star Wars or Indiana Jones. So, along comes cyber space and BAM...Alien/Predator fans were everywhere. That's what I like about this site, it brings together as group of people who, whether they agree with my personal opinions or not, have a passion for one or more of the movies. It provides an outlet, as well as offering more insight into something that I may have missed when I saw a movie. Ya just gotta love the fans!
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I can honestly say that I wouldn't change anything. You guys have created something here that provides something for everyone. Yeah, there are the trolls and the haters, but we're a community that just wants to express our opinions about our favorite movie monsters, and you guys/gals have provided a safe haven to do so. Kudos to you all.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
I really enjoy reading what Omegazilla has to say. He is really one level-headed dude and a damn nice guy to "talk" to. And, even though we've had our differences, I gotta give Sil props...that guy knows his stuff. I thought I was pretty knowledgable about ALIEN...but damn did I get my ass handed to me on more than one occasion by Sil.
What is your favourite curse word?
I'm going to go with FOOK! It gets the point across without getting me banned. You can take that to the fooking bank.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"I would have kept the egg-morphing in the movies."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I honestly can't say. I understand that this is being done by the man that brought me ALIEN. But, over the many years, and hundreds of re-watchings, I've developed some pretty deep seated feelings about the creature's origins, the derelict, and the Space Jockey. I really was looking forward to seeing a "living" Space Jockey, and it turns out to be just a humanoid in a kick ass looking suit, I'm going to be a bit disappointed.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Absolutely not. Again, it goes back to me seperating all the movies from each other. If they want to put the Alien and Predator in the same universe and have them kick each other's butts...I'm all for it. I've enjoyed the concept since the comic book series and would love to see it done right on the big screen. To improve it, in my opinion, would be to go back to where it started...the comics. The original series was incredibly successful for a reason...the story kicked ass. It really is what they should have gone with in the first place. It kept the mythos of the Predator while throwing in some great Alien action. Add in some human characters I can identify and sympathize with and you've got a great AvP movie.
You have developed a reputation for having the most exhaustive A/P/AvP collection on the site and with good reason. Is that all you collect?
It is now. It wasn't always so. I used to collect EVERYTHING. If there was a movie I liked, that had a toy line, I collected it...and I like ALOT of movies. It just got too big to be honest. Back then though, there really were no Alien/Predator collectibles. A few Kenner toys, but they didn't really represent the creatures like I wanted. Then McFarlane made action figure history (imho) with his release of action figures from both franchises. It wasn't long though until I discovered models and statues. Then I realized just how much Alien and Predator stuff was really out there. I decided then to concentrate on just my two favorite movie creatures. So, I got rid of everything else and started building the collection you see today.
What else are you passionate about in sci-fi aside from A/P?
Wow...there's alot. I love THE THING, TERMINATOR, ROBOCOP...those types of movies. I really enjoy a sci-fi movie that just goes balls-to-the-wall with its scale of epicness...like THE 5th ELEMENT. But, I also enjoy a good dose of the nitty gritty sci-fi, like BLADERUNNER. Way too many favs to list here.
McFarlane Toys or NECA?
NECA all the way. While I give absolute props to McFarlane for opening the door, NECA really has brought my two favorite movie creatures into fun, collectible action figure form.
Sideshow or Hot Toys?
I have to go with Sideshow. As you can tell from my collection, I REALLY love a good statue. And Sideshow has continually brought me things that I just love having in the collection. Yeah, the Hot Toys stuff is cool, but I prefer a great, dynamic sculpt to poseability. I can't take a Hot Toys Wolf Pred and AvPR Alien and do what Sideshow did with their AvPR Wolf Pred/Aliens diorama.
Thanks to AvPGalaxy for the opportunity to share a little about myself with you. I hope you enjoyed reading it.
Sabres21768
Great interview! :D
You like sci fi?
I like sci fi!
Nice interview Chris
Great as usual! Took long enough! ;D
Remember, I'm still down for one :)
Great interview gentlemen. ;) :)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 09, 2012, 11:26:42 PM
I really enjoy reading what Omegazilla has to say. He is really one level-headed dude and a damn nice guy to "talk" to.
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Thanks man.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 09, 2012, 11:26:42 PM
Wow...there's alot. I love THE THING, TERMINATOR, ROBOCOP...those types of movies. I really enjoy a sci-fi movie that just goes balls-to-the-wall with its scale of epicness...like THE 5th ELEMENT.
You. Are. Great.
Especially for the last one. 8)
I'll get some fresh questions sent out today. Stay tuned!
Gone a while without one of these...
Kinda' odd, you'd think most folks would be interested in having themselves interviewed.
I still have my half-written interview somewhere in there, but due to time and laziness I keep delaying it.
If there haven't been any interviews lately, it just means people are busy. Patience, young padawan.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jan 20, 2012, 10:13:14 PM
I still have my half-written interview somewhere in there, but due to time and laziness I keep delaying it.
If there haven't been any interviews lately, it just means people are busy. Patience, young padawan.
I don't do patience, I run off and make my own interviews.
Goddamit Omega FINISH YOURS SO WE CAN ALL READ IT! I mean, literally, right now. Finish now.
Do it.
Do it.
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Looking forward to your next interview then. :) I thought we already estabilished members could interview each other.
Yeah, I know mine should be here already, but I keep delaying it, as said. Can't promise anything soon.
C'mon OZ, I wanna read it too!
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jan 20, 2012, 10:26:48 PM
Looking forward to your next interview then. :)
God damn you. >:(
Now I have to find someone who isn't Bat Chain.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jan 20, 2012, 10:26:48 PM
Yeah, I know mine should be here already, but I keep delaying it, as said. Can't promise anything soon.
...
*
Growl*
SEE! Valaquen agrees too!
We've got a huge amount of really interesting people that haven't got an interview yet, so it shouldn't be hard to find a proper candidate. I thought of interviewing some myself haha (of course, after I'll deliver mine).
Seeing you guys seem to want mine done, I'll see what I can do in the next few days. :) As said however, I can't give anything for certain.
Yeah, I've asked a round a tad already, still, you're own fault for keeping us waiting! ;)
Yeah man, I'm sorry for that. As said, I'll try to get it finished soon. :)
Something coming your way ;)
Quote from: Valaquen on Jan 20, 2012, 10:28:40 PM
C'mon OZ, I wanna read it too!
Me too, no more slacking OZ. Do or do not, there is not try :P Where's yours Valaquen? And Vulhala? Darwin's Girl has been here for a while too, what about her?
Omega, here's a gameplan on how to manage the time to do this:
You know all the other stuff you do on the internet (aka spare time)? Don't do it, do this instead. Don't think too hard about the answers, just fill them out naturally; it's a personal Q&A, not an address to the State of the Union.
We just want a f**king two-month overdue Q&A by OmegaZilla! :laugh:
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jan 24, 2012, 03:11:56 PM
Omega, here's a gameplan on how to manage the time to do this:
You know all the other stuff you do on the internet (aka spare time)? Don't do it, do this instead. Don't think too hard about the answers, just fill them out naturally; it's a personal Q&A, not an address to the State of the Union.
We just want a f**king two-month overdue Q&A by OmegaZilla! :laugh:
Maybe it's taking a long time because his answers will come with illustrations!
Speaking of which (!), I'm considering doing art and/or project-based interviews with certain members here, so anybody who'd be interested in filling one of those out (for each or both), just let me know. :)
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jan 24, 2012, 03:52:43 PM
Speaking of which (!), I'm considering doing art and/or project-based interviews with certain members here, so anybody who'd be interested in filling one of those out (for each or both), just let me know. :)
Count me in Sweeps ;D
And hopefully we get an interview from OZ the monster man soon ;)
i'm ready.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jan 24, 2012, 03:52:43 PM
Speaking of which (!), I'm considering doing art and/or project-based interviews with certain members here, so anybody who'd be interested in filling one of those out (for each or both), just let me know. :)
Well color me intrigued. I am highly interested in what one of our star artists can cook up.
Count me in.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jan 24, 2012, 03:52:43 PM
Speaking of which (!), I'm considering doing art and/or project-based interviews with certain members here, so anybody who'd be interested in filling one of those out (for each or both), just let me know. :)
You have my attention. I wonder if it's a coincidence that last night I quickly wrote some notes down on the closest piece of paper before going to bed on what could potentionally be the next new poem.
Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Jan 24, 2012, 03:07:17 PM
Quote from: Valaquen on Jan 20, 2012, 10:28:40 PM
C'mon OZ, I wanna read it too!
Me too, no more slacking OZ. Do or do not, there is not try :P Where's yours Valaquen? And Vulhala? Darwin's Girl has been here for a while too, what about her?
I just sent Vuhalla a set of questions. The bugger hasn't gotten back to me yet :P
I can ask Darwin's Girl sure but I don't think she's been around lately.
You could always ask me :D
Excuse me, but, who are you?
I'm the wet feeling you get when you don't wipe very well. When you sit down and you feel that disgusting moisture between your buttcheeks. I am.. MudButt.
Ew.
Maybe this interview would give me some publicity so cool people like you will know my name.
can everyone around here stop giving each other sloppy blowjobs its disgusting.
yeah, a little bit of precision would be nice.
bhahahah
Quote from: Pn2501 on Jan 25, 2012, 04:02:58 AM
can everyone around here stop giving each other sloppy blowjobs its disgusting.
What?
Quote from: MudButt on Jan 25, 2012, 03:27:50 AM
I'm the wet feeling you get when you don't wipe very well. When you sit down and you feel that disgusting moisture between your buttcheeks. I am.. MudButt.
feels good man
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Now you boys and girls didn't really think I had abandoned you all, did you? And because you were all jonesing for more, and were clearly impatient, I have not one, no sir not just one, but TWO interviews for you tonight!!!!! Tonight's special guest starts, are Valaquen by request from you all, and the magnificent MudButt!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I'm going to have to do that annoying thing and not settle on any one particular instalment, and instead grasp and clutch at the first two movies very tightly, and proclaim them the best of the lot. ALIEN for everything, and ALIENS for being a very different beast, but with the integrity of the original movie intact. S'far as I'm concerned, anyway. Truckers in space and grunts in space.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
My real name is Johnny, and I'm a 24 year old student of English Lit., Film, & Philosophy from Scotland; which means that I get to earn a 4 year degree not only for free, but I am also provided with a wage for attending as well. Sucks to be you, England. I'm currently unemployed, just to rub it in. I may also be getting wed this year or next - the missus says she'll notify me if my application reaches her desk.
How did you come up with your username?
I love the Legacy of Kain soundtracks, by Kurt Harland. In his early career, he used the pseudonym 'Valaquen,' which he stole from Tolkien's Valaquenta, and which I in turn stole from Harland. I liked the sound of it. Usually get called 'Valaqueen' though. Damn it.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Not really. Well, yes. Or... lemme explain. I grew up on films like Predator and Commando and The Terminator and Robocop, and later found a dusty VHS copy of ALIENS in the loft when I was 8 or 9 – my first introduction to the series. So ALIENS never introduced me to films of its ilk, but it seemed destined that I'd be interested in the ALIEN due to my interesting childhood viewing. I'd always had a sense of those sort of gritty sci-fi films before, so it didn't quite open new doors for me. More like the ALIEN movies were the grizzly parlour of a haunted house that I'd already walked into years before.
Lately, they've stolen much time from me because I'm fascinated by the creature(s) and the designs and especially the lore of not only the films but the stories behind the films; from script to script, sequel to sequel – if they're not great movies [ALIEN 3] they at least have the decency to be interesting somehow [disclaimer: not applicable to ALIEN RESURRECTION or AVP]. Hence my blog. I have difficulty sleeping and one night created the blog on a whim to get all of the stories I'd heard and the things I'd investigated out onto something that wasn't my grey matter.
I hope to have answered or clarified my points well enough, but I feel that the above is word salad.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Great movies never leave you. ALIEN and ALIENS, along with all the other films I grew up with, remain with me. The ALIEN series has some of the best gadgets, characters, soundtracks, and stories behind 'em. When you're a kid and you hear a pulse rifle for the first time, only for it to be outdone by a smartgun, and for that to be outdone by a 14 foot tall marionette with a crested head and a sore arse; and then said marionette proceeds to share a headbutt with a powerloader ... the kind of long, sick obsession takes over and stays with you. So, I'm here!
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
There hasn't been a great ALIEN film since 1986.
Ponder that.
How does that happen? I'm stupefied.
Oh wait, yes, some strange Tyrellian troll of a company botched the series. "Worse than the last instalment, is our motto."
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
It's like a real good stew: the great board members, the crazy board members, the intriguing threads, the crazy threads, the Look!-I've-circled-something-obscure-from-Prometheus-footage-in-microsoft-paint threads...
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Honestly, everything's fine and dandy from where I'm sitting!
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Cheat again. Sorry; I can't single out a single member. I say that I'd love to share a dram with Vul and Hicks. Two very nice guys who don't mind being friendly/acceptably-derogatory with a Jock. They're my Facebook buddies and I'm proud to say that I rifle through their online photo albums when I need to feel better about myself. It's also nice to be able to 'like' their frustrated status updates. I love those guys. And OZ, with whom you can disagree but never dislike. A real fratello. Xeno_Alpha is also a damn fine guy, and he hosts a great blog too! Forever helpful.
Special nod to Sharp Sticks, wherever he may roam.
What is your favourite curse word?
c**t. So many uses and contexts. Works in and out of bed.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"J-Man! Sit. Skin up. Have the first toke, the kettle's already on."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I'm excited. Everything I've seen so far has me quivering in anticipation. I've no problem with most of the things a lot of people are bummed about, like the Jockey suit – it's their film, not mines, I didn't contribute a penny to the budget; only emotion, and emotions can be just as fleeting as riches, so I'm sure I'll take any disappointment in my stride. I'll judge once I've seen it and if I don't like it, then I'll learn to let go [ALIEN 3 taught me how to cope with ALIEN-inflicted disappointment; everything since has been another lesson.] With Scott though, the film will at least look beautiful.
... Thinking it over, I'm worried about the score. I watched ALIEN last week and the sound design is impeccable. I hope they can replicate or contribute more to this legacy.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved
Wasted so far. The first comic book collection was very good. I read that after seeing ALIENS for the first time. That book would have made a great film, with some things altered for the screen, of course. If they want to do AVP right, then they need to take it serious. No B-hack like Anderson; no PG-13 mandate; no rushed and corporatic pre-production; no Shane Salerno; no Strauses; no hick towns; no desperate nods to prior franchise instalments; in fact, stop referring to it as a 'franchise,' it's a series!; Predators aren't superheroes; they're interstellar badasses and they'd sooner weld your bones into furniture than they would straddle you with a hollowed-out head for a shield and ... slow ... mo ... explosion escape ...
As for the Aliens, they're not repainted RESURRECTION beasts and they're not whatever-the-f**k-they-were in AVPR. A mob of Jar Jars would've been more effective, and less embarrassing. FOX cutting corners.
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I'd have to choose Aliens out of all of them, and my main reason for that is Hudson. In all seriousness I'm just more of an action guy, the first one didn't have too much action. The first film is still an amazing movie and I'll always love it for creating the Alien, but Aliens was my movie. I loved the characters, the acting, the story, the set pieces and creature designs, but most of all dat Hudson. The comic relief from his character was grand, his lines, his screams, and dat Bill Paxton.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
My name is Clint Barton and I am a former circus archer, you may know under my stage name Hawkeye.
Not, in reality I am a 69 year old man living in my mothers garage..
Truthfully, my name is Rudy Martinez, I am 18 years old and I currently live in Escondido, California. I work at a skate shop named Zumiez in the local mall as a sales associate. I have been doing this for less then a month and I love it. I'm a movie buff and during summer I see at least 6-8 movies but I'm pretty sure most of us do the same thing on this site which is why when I'm on here I feel very much at home. I love me some Chinese food and one of my biggest hobbies is skateboarding.
How did you come up with your username?
When I first joined the site I went under the name Elrik, it was pretty bland so after awhile I changed it to EpicNinja, but then that seemed boring to me. One dark and stormy night I had ran out of toilet paper in my house so I was forced to use baby wipes to clean myself after going number 2. It left my pipes down there very moist and then it hit me, Muddy Butt. My first choice for this subject was SwampA$$ but it seemed like it was too much, instead I went with the watered down version (no pun intended) MudButt. Thankfully I now have plenty of booty tissue so I no longer have a problem.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
I tend to quote Hudson a lot. Other then that it hasn't influenced me much. I do compare most sci-fi films to the first two Alien films and the first Predator.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The creatures mainly, I think they are such fascinating movie characters that will always have a special place in my heart. I can sit down and watch Alien any day, even though it's more then 30 years old. These creatures and the movies they belong to will always be special to me because they were my childhood films. Now, I know some people on here actually saw these in theaters and I wish I had been around to do that too, but luckily I was granted the VHS versions to watch on my TV and get nightmares from. They have given me memories that I will always cherish and value for the rest of my life.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Obviously the AvP films weren't as great as we had hoped, but it did something good that we are probably all aware of. It brought us to this forum and now we have made so many friends all over the world due to them. I enjoyed Predators and appreciate both Nimrod Antal and Robert Rodriguez for what they did for the Predator Fans. Luckily we have Prometheus to look forward too as companion prequel to Alien. The AvP films were not anything that we had hoped them to be and I hope in the future they can bring us a truly good film that we can all appreciate and enjoy, us fans deserve it for all the s**t we had to go through from the first two.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
As with most people I enjoy the people that come here on a daily basis, I have had many hard laughs from members on this site, I've even gotten upset when certain members leave. I love the talent that's on here the most, I've read some amazing stories, watched amazing films, and have seen some beautiful art by the members here.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Bring the chat room back! It was a great thing we had, I understand why Darkness got rid of it but I would love for it to come back. I just wish it would be as active as the site is. Madness would occur in the chat room I remember a few great times I had on there with certain members. I hope to see it make a return yet again/
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Ah such a hard question, I wish it was easy for me to answer but sadly I'm not active enough on here to have gotten the honor to start friendships with people on this site, however from the posts I've seen and few conversations I've had I would have to say Laufey is my favorite. Although I'll never believe he is a human, he is still my favorite news-casting android! He's just a decent guy, he knows his comics and movies I'll give him that. Plus every time I see a post from him in the movie section I know it's news day! I gotta give a shout out to Space Sweeper, DoomRulz, chupacabra, and Vulhala, you guys are great too!
What is your favourite curse word?
It would have to be s**tballs. I say that a lot at school and at work. However when you picture a s**tball it almost look like a chocolate covered strawberry.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Where's the bathroom God, because I have to take a huge s**t.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I haven't looked into it as much as most people here mainly due to the fact that I'm not really too interested in it. I will go watch it and I did enjoy the teaser trailer, it's not in my top 5 most anticipated movies though. I guess I got discouraged by all the talk that their wouldn't be any Aliens, or it's not a prequel, or other crap I heard. I'm not sure what's true now but I just feel like it's a new story in the Alien universe, but I do plan to see it when it comes out and I'm sure Scott will deliver like he always does.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
No not at all. I believe there is so much potential in this series that has yet to even be tapped. They haven't even scratched the surface with it yet due to budget limits and sh***y scripts. However I feel like if they decide to make another movie that they should definitely put it in space, it needs to go back to its horror/action roots from the the original movies. So many people on this site have created stories and films that surpass the AvP movies that it seems like Fox didn't even try. I have hope for it because even if a common fan can create an amazing fan film like AvP Redemption, or stories and art from our talented members then big Hollywood pricks can make a decent movie.
Finally, hire a f**kin' visionary or two, please.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 26, 2012, 02:16:45 AM
How did you come up with your username?
When I first joined the site I went under the name Elrik, it was pretty bland so after awhile I changed it to EpicNinja, but then that seemed boring to me. One dark and stormy night I had ran out of toilet paper in my house so I was forced to use baby wipes to clean myself after going number 2. It left my pipes down there very moist and then it hit me, Muddy Butt. My first choice for this subject was SwampA$$ but it seemed like it was too much, instead I went with the watered down version (no pun intended) MudButt. Thankfully I now have plenty of booty tissue so I no longer have a problem.
Most epic story behind any username
in the history of the internet.
so far!
I will never look at the name the same way ever again.
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Both great interviews! Congratulations on the engagement Valaquen :)
I agree with Alice, nice interviews, and congrats, also loved the insight on your amazing blog Val, some one really needs to interview Wmmvrrvrrmm.
Is he even active anymore?
Lol you're the mod, I seen him post not long ago in the Prometheus board.
I haven't been there much :P I usually avoid it because I don't want to read spoilers or have to sift through, as Valaquen said, the Look!-I've-circled-something-obscure-from-Prometheus-footage-in-microsoft-paint threads...
Hahah fair enough, Microsoft paint comparative pictures are my favorite, half the fun is all the ridiculous speculation :) you're missing out. :laugh:
Right! Maybe the Mods should start moving some them to the "Funny Pictures" thread :laugh:
I think I might actually matter a little bit now ;D
Wowza they were both epic in their indiviual ways. :laugh:
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 26, 2012, 02:16:45 AMHow did you come up with your username?
When I first joined the site I went under the name Elrik, it was pretty bland so after awhile I changed it to EpicNinja, but then that seemed boring to me. One dark and stormy night I had ran out of toilet paper in my house so I was forced to use baby wipes to clean myself after going number 2. It left my pipes down there very moist and then it hit me, Muddy Butt. My first choice for this subject was SwampA$$ but it seemed like it was too much, instead I went with the watered down version (no pun intended) MudButt. Thankfully I now have plenty of booty tissue so I no longer have a problem.
An origin story that could rival that of any superhero. :laugh:
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 26, 2012, 02:16:45 AMWho is your favourite board member and why?
Ah such a hard question, I wish it was easy for me to answer but sadly I'm not active enough on here to have gotten the honor to start friendships with people on this site, however from the posts I've seen and few conversations I've had I would have to say Laufey is my favorite. Although I'll never believe he is a human, he is still my favorite news-casting android! He's just a decent guy, he knows his comics and movies I'll give him that. Plus every time I see a post from him in the movie section I know it's news day! I gotta give a shout out to Space Sweeper, DoomRulz, chupacabra, and Vulhala, you guys are great too!
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You and me, Rudy. You and me...In all seriousness though, thanks a lot, man. :)
I didn't think my origin story would be so well received! Haha!
Laufey, you are my rival and my buddy ;D
Good interviews.
I am incredibly disappointed in both of you for neglecting to mention me as your favourite member.
For shame.
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Jan 26, 2012, 07:41:46 PM
Good interviews.
I am incredibly disappointed in both of you for neglecting to mention me as your favourite member.
For shame.
That's because you didn't know who I was, you clearly stated that in the last page. :'(
I was hurt by you're words.
It's called sarcasm!
Oh, Christ, now I don't know if your post was sarcastic or sincere....
Why is the internet so confusing! D:
Quote from: SpaceMarines on Jan 26, 2012, 07:46:55 PM
It's called sarcasm!
Oh, Christ, now I don't know if your post was sarcastic or sincere....
Why is the internet so confusing! D:
I was being sarcastic as well my dear confused homie from the hood known as AvPGalaxy.
You have a special place in my heart.
Also, I just realized that Valaquen's interview is right above mine. That is strange, but it was a good interview 8)
That's MudButt man! You can catch him scurrying across rooftops late at night!
Spoiler
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;)
Quote from: First Blood on Jan 26, 2012, 07:50:20 PM
That's MudButt man! You can catch him scurrying across rooftops late at night!
Spoiler
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;)
When it comes to the toilet seat I'm the best shot ;)
Afterwards, kinda sloppy.
and those blowjobs aren't getting any better either.
oh and MudButt, <3 you long time.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 26, 2012, 02:16:45 AM
And OZ, with whom you can disagree but never dislike. A real fratello.
Love you too, man.
Abbracci. 8)
Well, Mudbutt has a more interesting name story than mine, for now. I just got mine because friends recognized my natural prowess.
Just wait till those dolla dolla bills come in.
Do you guys want someone in particular interviewed next?
Crazy Rich seems like someone that I would like to see be interviewed next. I remember he had two different usernames before in the past?
Quote from: Hellspawn28 on Jan 29, 2012, 05:19:21 AM
Crazy Rich seems like someone that I would like to see be interviewed next. I remember he had two different usernames before in the past?
You missed it.
Vul! Do Vul! ;D
I have. He's taking forever for some reason to answer.
*Grumble*
Hmm...Keg? Nightmare Asylum?
Quote from: Xenodog on Jan 29, 2012, 06:42:15 PMHmm...Keg? Nightmare Asylum?
I agree with those two. Or First Blood.
I vote First Blood.
Oh, I would love to do one of these interviews. :)
Yeah, seems like it could be fun :)
So I'm trying to put together some of these general art and/or project related questions, and I was wondering if anybody had any suggestions? Who you want interviewed? Some general questions (un-specific to the individual)?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jan 29, 2012, 05:15:52 PM
I have. He's taking forever for some reason to answer.
Sorry dude. I literally have zero spare time this week :(
Will be done by Saturday latest.
Someone must top my origin story.
Quote from: MudButt on Feb 01, 2012, 06:44:15 PM
Someone must top my origin story.
Sadly mine will not.
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Quote from: First Blood on Feb 01, 2012, 10:30:12 PMSadly mine will not.
http://i1175.photobucket.com/albums/r623/Punisher616/ForeverAlone.jpg
Have you gotten the questions sent to you yet?
Yeah, about a day ago and sent them back to Doom. :)
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Quote from: Laufey on Feb 01, 2012, 10:34:28 PM
Good. Good. http://oi40.tinypic.com/rm33pj.jpg
:laugh:
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Good evening boys and girls and welcome to another edition of Inside the Members Studio. Tonight our special guest is that one we always hit first in deathmatches, First Blood!!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
It has to be A L I E N, besides the fantastic atmosphere that Ridley Scott and H. R. Giger set up, it has an amazing cast. My favorite cast out of both franchises really. I found that I didn't dislike any of them, and that I was able to relate to each character in a different way. But I find myself appreciating Alien 3 and what it tried to accomplish. I am drawn to its nihilistic look and religious subtext.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
My name is Michael and I am 22 years old. I have one older brother, and during the winter I am un-employed. Come spring I'll start my summer job at the zoo in membership sales, guest services and when needed, occasionally help out with the animals when they need assistance. It's nice because I am mostly outside 80% of the time and it's not a bad way to spend summer. I am also currently perusing a teaching degree for elementary education, and it's been interesting to say the least. In my spare time I enjoy watching movies, reading novels, comics books, hanging out with friends and last but not least visiting Galaxy.
How did you come up with your username?
It's the title of the 1972 novel and the 1982 movie First Blood based on the character of John Rambo. I really liked both pieces and the characterization of Rambo is incredibly different in the novel than in the movie, but they both carry the same message about how war can affect people's lives and the emotional trauma it causes.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
No, not really. If anything I've grown more appreciative for these films as time goes on and the fact that I keep coming back to Galaxy and chatting with people.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The characters are fun, intriguing and relatable. The stories being told invoke an emotional response in me to care for what's being shown on screen.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Both franchises started off strong but as time went on, it seemed less about good story telling and more about making money. Although I do take comfort in the fact that there's still people in Hollywood who have a vested interest in these franchises and are attempting to restore them to what they once were. Hopefully Ridley Scott's Prometheus is the film Alien fans have been waiting for.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The diversity and its members. It makes it so interesting. There are threads that are a ball to participate in, and then there are your crazy Alien-Predator conspiracy threads, and if you sift through enough bullshit you can find some really intelligent discussions on both franchises.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I don't know, sometimes people can be too cynical or negative about something or they'll bash something before even experiencing it, or trying it for themselves.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
This is tough; this site is filled with amazing people who keep the site fun, interesting and active like a well oiled machine. But if I were to pick one it would have to be Laufey. He's always updating the site with relevant news and information, but besides that he's incredibly fun and nice to chat with on the boards. We seem to share a lot of the same interests in movies, television, comic books as well as other various pop cultural areas and I really respect his opinion on stuff.
What is your favourite curse word?
c**t
It's short and simple, and rolls off the tongue. No pun intended of course.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Tell me friend, have you ever danced with the Devil in the pale moon light?
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the latest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
Before, I wasn't really all that into it. Sure, I was following the news that would trickle into the site, but once that teaser trailer hit my interest in the film shot up greatly. I am really looking forward to seeing the enigma that is the Space Jockey answered. And lastly I look forward to seeing both Rapace and Fassbender do their thing. Both very talented actors who I enjoy watching.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Yes I do. Both AvP films felt wasted to me. I would improve the characters. Make characters that are interesting and relatable rather than cannon fodder. Then have a good story to follow.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 12:11:00 AMCome spring I'll start my summer job at the zoo in membership sales, guest services and when needed, occasionally help out with the animals when they need assistance.
Remember to treat the apes nicely.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 12:11:00 AMWho is your favourite board member and why?
This is tough; this site is filled with amazing people who keep the site fun, interesting and active like a well oiled machine. But if I were to pick one it would have to be Laufey. He's always updating the site with relevant news and information, but besides that he's incredibly fun and nice to chat with on the boards. We seem to share a lot of the same interests in movies, television, comic books as well as other various pop cultural areas and I really respect his opinion on stuff.
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Thanks, man. That really means a lot. Always nice having a chat with you as well. :)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 12:11:00 AMIf Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Tell me friend, have you ever danced with the Devil in the pale moon light?
:laugh:
If Morgan Freeman is the friendly God, Jack Nicholson must be the twisted, old mean one.
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 12:11:00 AMCome spring I'll start my summer job at the zoo in membership sales, guest services and when needed, occasionally help out with the animals when they need assistance.
Remember to treat the apes nicely.
I do, it's only when they let Gorilla Grodd loose, then I am f**ked.
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 12:11:00 AMIf Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Tell me friend, have you ever danced with the Devil in the pale moon light?
:laugh:
If Morgan Freeman is the friendly God, Jack Nicholson must be the twisted, old mean one.
You know it. 8)
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First Blood, do not worry about trying to overcome the standard I set for origin stories, in my eyes you are a brave and fierce warrior. I salute you my brutha.
Great interview as well!
Once again great insight into one of our most beloved contributors.
Well done First Blood. Even Siskel and Ebert have to give you a thumbs up.
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Good morning ladies and germs and welcome our 2nd edition of Inside the Members Studio for February. Today on tap, we have the infamous Nightmare Asylum and he has quite the origin story. Enjoy!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Without a doubt, the very first Alien movie. It was the first movie in the series that I had seen (all the way back in the distant year of 2007), and had me captivated right from the beginning. I love the eeriness and creepiness of the the film, the excellent characters, writing, and directing, and probably most importantly, the iconic Alien itself. In this first movie, the Alien was a true force to be reckoned with, the perfect organism, as Ash so perfectly phrased it. This is probably the only movie that I watch that makes me get chills down my spine every single time I view the movie, especially during the scene where Ripley discovers the remains of Parker and Lambert. The atomsphere is excellent.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
I don't really know what to say here that isn't already known about myself. I'm pretty much your average guy. I love hanging out with my friends, watching movies, listening to music, and just kicking back and relaxing when I get the chance. I'm very interested in writing and film (I would absolutely love to have a career in either of those two fields in the future). Writing is something that I consider myself to be good at, as is speaking in front of crowds (for presentations and such). I'm also very interested in design, woodworking/construction, and even robotics. Some hobbies of mine include editing video (be it clips for montages on youtube or videos of my friends and I), attempting to learn guitar (really hoping that I end up doing so, and soon), playing the occasional video game, and talking to you guys over here on Galaxy!
How did you come up with your username?
At the time I joined the stie, I was reading through the trilogy of Aliens novels (Earth Hive, Nightmare Asylum, and The Female War). If I recall correctly, I was about halfway done with the third one. Anyways, I remember that I really enjoyed reading Nightmare Asylum, so I just rolled with it. And I have to say, I quite like the way it sounds, even if I don't think it fits all too well with my personality (then again, who knows how many people I've gven nightmares to).
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Influenced me? Well, in a way, I think it has. I have loved movies all my life, but it wasn't until really getting into this franchise and joining the site that I became a real movie buff. It is through Alien and Predator (and you guys) that I learned a lot about movies and filmmaking that I probably wouldn't have learned otherwise.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
I think its the ammount of depth that the films have to them. Five years and countless rewatches after my initial introduction to Alien, I still feel that these movies have more to offer every single time I watch them. The great characters, creatures, and mysteries of the films keep me intrigued and always thinking about just what the future of the franchises can have in store.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
If I said that the movies got better over the years, I would certainly be lying. That being said, apart from AVPR, there aren't really any movies in the series that I particuarly dislike. Alien is excellent, and one of my favorite movies ever made. I found Aliens to be just as good and an extremely worthy followup (despite me preferring the first film overall). Alien 3 and Resurrection, while not bad films, left a bit to be desired. I loved Predator, and consider it to beone of my favorite action movies ever. The second one, like Alien 3 and Resurrection, wasn't bad, but wasn't as good as it could have been. I felt that Predators was a step up from Predator, but still not as good as the first movie. Predators certainly had an interesting premise that I wouldn't mind seeing explored in future films. The first AVP, despite being very enjoyable, certainly can not hold a candle to its better made predecessors. AVPR can't even hold a candle at all. Well, maybe it tried to, but it was just too dark, and it couldn't find the match to light it.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
it is without a doubt the people. No where else on the internet (or in person, for that matter) have a met a group of people so diverse and strongly opinionated, yet easygoing and friendly at the same time. I share a lot of the same interests with you guys, and you always make for some really enjoyable conversations. Its a lot of fun visiting the site and chatting with all of you.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Honestly, there's nothing that really comes to mind at the moment. I really like it here the way it is. Sure, there's the occasional heated debate, but such is life, and I feel that the mods do a great job taking care of the site and making it feel like a very friendly place.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Oh man, this really is a tough one. This is going to seem like a cop out (probably because it is) but I'm really torn between two: OmegaZilla and Laufey. They are probably two of the coolest people to talk to on here. Both are very nice and easygoing, and always have something worthwile to add to a conversation. We share a lot of the same interests, and both have introduced me to a lot of new things that I wouldn't have seen otherwise! Honorable mentions go to Sweeps, Marines, Monolith, and all the other great people over here on Galaxy!
What is your favourite curse word?
Haha, sometimes I feel like I'm the only person left in the world that actually tries not to swear. Don't think I'd really be able to answer this one, unless "gorram" counts. All you Browncoats reading this will know where that's from.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Not to worry, my perimeter is completely Graboid proof."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I'm vey, very excited. Definitely my most anticipated movie of the year, that's for sure. I'm glad that the series is back in Ridley's hands, and I'm very anxious to see what he does with it. I'm expecting it do go in directions that I haven't even thought of beofre. The concept of the Space jockey Being a "suit" is already something that I could not have guessed in a million years. And then there's the mysterious giant head... Yeah, there are lots of things to be excited about!
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Kind of, yeah. Like I said before, I find the first AVP to be enjoyable, and I watch it from time to time, but I wasn't very fond of the second one. The movies had the potential to be so much more, and yet somehow I feel like, no matter what direction they are taken in, they will never live up to people's expectations. At this point, I'm rather indifferent about a third one. If it comes out, I'll see it, but I won't be too troubled if it doesn't happen. All my Alien related hype belongs to Prometheus right now, anyways.
So where do I apply for being interviewed? I'm really enjoying dem interviews.
Nightmare Asylum is interviewed and there's not a single question on
Tremors?
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:laugh: Either way, grrrrreat interview.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 02:29:40 PMOh man, this really is a tough one. This is going to seem like a cop out (probably because it is) but I'm really torn between two: OmegaZilla and Laufey. They are probably two of the coolest people to talk to on here. Both are very nice and easygoing, and always have something worthwile to add to a conversation. We share a lot of the same interests, and both have introduced me to a lot of new things that I wouldn't have seen otherwise!
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 02:29:40 PM
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Not to worry, my perimeter is completely Graboid proof."
:laugh: Now this, this had me in spasms, almost.
Great interview Nightmare! :)
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If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Not to worry, my perimeter is completely Graboid proof."
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NEEDS MOAR MEMBER SPECIFIC QUESTIONS! >:( >:( >:(
Other than that I really enjoyed them, cool job too First Blood!
I agree.
We need more specific questions.
Without them, it is just like a copy and paste with different answers. Omegazilla is rightly a bit ticked at the gold mine we lost since Nightmare wasn't asked about Tremors.
If the older interviews had been like this, imagine all the material we would have lost.
While the interviews are indeed enjoyable to read, they lack that certain conversational quality that personal questions give, thus making them feel more automated. Is it more work? Yes. Very much so. But it is wirth it.
The reason I haven't used more personal questions is because quite honestly, half of the people I'm interviewing I don't know very well. All the personal questions you've seen thus far are because I know those guys better than other members.
I'll quote myself until I get an answer:
Quote from: scarhunter92 on Feb 02, 2012, 02:40:41 PM
So where do I apply for being interviewed? I'm really enjoying dem interviews.
Thanks in advance.
Perhaps a submission of questions would be in order. I believe one of the original ideas for this thread was members who knew the interviewee well submitted the more personal questions.
If you guys want to submit them to me, that's fine. Just give me a heads up first here about who you want interviewed next.
Thumbs up for the interview, Doom & Nightmare.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 02, 2012, 02:29:40 PMWho is your favourite board member and why?
Oh man, this really is a tough one. This is going to seem like a cop out (probably because it is) but I'm really torn between two: OmegaZilla and Laufey. They are probably two of the coolest people to talk to on here. Both are very nice and easygoing, and always have something worthwile to add to a conversation. We share a lot of the same interests, and both have introduced me to a lot of new things that I wouldn't have seen otherwise! Honorable mentions go to Sweeps, Marines, Monolith, and all the other great people over here on Galaxy!
Thanks, man. :)
Thanks for the love, Nightmare. ;)
I nominate Pn for the next interview.
Sure. Any personal questions you have in mind?
*bump* hate bumping my own thread, but I'm still waiting on an answer Sweeps :P
Yes. We wanted the personal questions. We must contribute or well will have the samek soak rinse repeat thing going on. I plan on sending a few questions you way Doom.
I was asking Sweeps though because he put in the request for Pn. I'm want more personal questions too but again, just send me some before I interview the person because you might know him better than I.
I've got writers block on my last 2, so I'm on open book here. I'll answer anything people throw up.
I SENT YOU QUESTIONS LIKE A MONTH AGO!!! WHEN THE HELL WILL YOU ANSWER THEM?!?!?!
I got a question for Pn,
At what age did you realise you were a fag? ;D
DOHOHOHOHOHO USE THAT ONE.
That'll be a good one to finish on. Also ask him what the stankiest broad he ever took home was like, and if they ever made it that far.
if i ever get interviewed, i want to be asked that question too. just because i am already thinking of several ways to ramble on with it.
jesus F*cking CHRIIIIIST!
Will someone answer a set of goddamn questions?! Doom sends some out, noone answers, I send someone, noone goddamn answers EITHER!
Everyone swarms on, "myememmehmehmyeeeeee, Ask me, interview me, nehnahnehnahenahehhhnehhh" then when we DO NOONE GODDAMN RESPONDS!
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Pn is on tap next guys, just sit tight. I'm taking any and all personal questions you may have, and Monolith, I have yours bro.
Quote from: Rothschild on Feb 14, 2012, 03:50:47 AM
I got a question for Pn,
At what age did you realise you were a fag? ;D
Excuse me?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 14, 2012, 06:35:21 PM
Pn is on tap next guys, just sit tight. I'm taking any and all personal questions you may have, and Monolith, I have yours bro.
Quote from: Rothschild on Feb 14, 2012, 03:50:47 AM
I got a question for Pn,
At what age did you realise you were a fag? ;D
Excuse me?
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I heard you. I didn't find it amusing.
Ahhh its a joke Doom ol' boy. Pn knows I'm just f**king around ;)
Oh you!
I'll answer some questions if you want to hear from a nobody.
Nobody's a nobody around here, all are welcome!
Link me to some of your interests/hobbies and I can come up with some personalised questions for you.
Quote from: Vulhala on Feb 12, 2012, 10:53:49 PM
I've got writers block on my last 2, so I'm on open book here. I'll answer anything people throw up.
Really? Ok...
If you had your choice of a free motorcycle, would it be:
Susuki GSXR, Honda Goldwing, or Harley Davidson?
What is your favorite color?
Who is your favorite actor?
What is your favorite all time movie?
Action or Horror?
If you could visit one place on Earth, no restrictions, where would you go?
Hope this helps ;D
OK, f**k it, here goes....
you're trapped in a completely squared room(5X5m) with an identical clone of yourself. he has your memories of all your life until the day before this happened. what do you do?
You guys have quite the imagination :P
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Feb 15, 2012, 11:07:10 PM
you're trapped in a completely squared room(5X5m) with an identical clone of yourself. he has your memories of all your life until the day before this happened. what do you do?
Vulhala challenges his clone to a duel!
Pn just sent me his answers. I'll have them up as soon as I do some light editing.
Pn is my role model for dry sarcasm. I want to be like him one day.
These should be good!
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Feb 15, 2012, 11:07:10 PM
you're trapped in a completely squared room(5X5m) with an identical clone of yourself. he has your memories of all your life until the day before this happened. what do you do?
Obviously, I make him take my place in this life, and I go underground and disappear...
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 16, 2012, 01:55:35 PM
Pn just sent me his answers. I'll have them up as soon as I do some light editing.
They've got to you too! Damn censorship Nazis.
Quote from: RagingDragon on Feb 16, 2012, 05:54:05 PM
Pn is my role model for dry sarcasm. I want to be like him one day.
These should be good!
im never sarcastic RD.... ;)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 16, 2012, 01:55:35 PM
Pn just sent me his answers. I'll have them up as soon as I do some light editing.
while you're at it fix my grammatical errors :) ive just noticed about 3 hahah.
Quote from: Rothschild on Feb 17, 2012, 06:07:23 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 16, 2012, 01:55:35 PM
Pn just sent me his answers. I'll have them up as soon as I do some light editing.
They've got to you too! Damn censorship Nazis.
Well I
am a mod :P
Perks of the job 8)
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Good evening fellow Galaxy Goers and welcome to another edition of Inside the Members Studio. Today, by way of popular demand, we have
Pn2501 on tap, so enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favorite film of the franchises and why?At different parts of my life I'd give a different answer, young teenage Pn would say Jim Cameron's
Aliens, so much so I became friends with my now life long best friend because of it .... let me tell you a story....
.... In our graphic design class at high school, i decided to draw in 3 point perspective "Hadleys Hope" most people in the class had no idea what i had drawn, commenting that why i choose to draw some "shitty factory looking buildings" with the exclusion of him, he come over and said "that's the colony from aliens yeah" ... so began the longest bromance I've ever been involved in.
But like most with age tastes change, Now its undoubtedly
Alien watching it recently at the cinema and on blu-ray just reinforce it, it feels like the film that has barely aged in both it's theme's and aesthetic still wonderfully relevant today (i still wonder at it), and it works on so many levels and appeals to different people for different reasons, for me personally i agree with the statement that it's an art film masquerading as science fiction / horror film, perfect.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?I'm in my late 20's (yes my immaturity may have you fooled), I like to think I have varied interests (but hey who am I kidding I'm a massive dork deep down) and I work as a graphic artist / designer. (work is a very loose term :) )
How did you come up with your username?It's a weird one I suppose, but it's taken from the movie
Ghost in the Shellhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZX58fDhebc# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZX58fDhebc#)
The puppet master's code name is project 2501 so my online avatar is variation of that =
Project
number
2501 (and also created in the sea of information)
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Yeah it has, the series really informed parts of my personality, as sometimes film and entertainment does when you grow up with it.
Besides all my typical "dickerey" (which I apologize for if it offends people) I do feel empathy, and I really can't stand abuses of power, it's a theme that's repeated throughout the alien series and I hate the idea of dehumanization. You can't help but feel bitter and angry when Ripley accesses "Mother" and reads that her and the Nostromo's crew were expendable; really gets me every time.
I think in a little way it also influenced my choice in a partner. I really appreciate strong-willed, intelligent, beautiful women (she might be reading this :) ). I really do, and I suppose in a way I was looking for a Ripley of my own.
Here's an example a birthday card she made for me last year.
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what a lady :)
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?That's a tough question. I kind of question it all the time. I should have out grown it by now, but yeah I'm a double-Y chromo lifer I suppose.
Every once in a while I might watch a few of the movies if there is a new cut or release or even if they play any of them at a local cinema (The Astor) I'll check them out, the only one I've never viewed in the cinema was alien 3, one day i hope we get an actual Fincher directors cut. ( i know never gonna happen ill have to settle for the assembly cut )
I suppose in terms of games I find myself gravitating towards playing colonial marines, if it lives up to the promise of playing
Aliens the game how could any fan worth his salt not pick it up.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?I think SM has said it the most eloquently "It's all down to law of diminishing returns" and like him I also had the opportunity of watch
Alien: Resurrection in the cinema, i enjoyed it, although i enjoyed Jeunet's previous films, so i think my appreciation comes more from his touches than the actual story, in-fact i still hold a grudge toward Joss Whedon to this day, not because of his script but his attitude of shifting the blame of the failure of the film to Jeunet.
I was also a big fan of the avp comics as youngster so the idea of making an
AvP film had me intrigued for years, then the movie was finally released, i think i handed in my
Alien fanboy members card that day, kind of fell out of the fandom for a few years, wandered the globe aimlessly, then on Christmas eve 2007 clearly id been a bad boy that year as santa left a stinking fat turd in my stocking in the form of my brothers and best friend asked if i wanted to go watch
AVP:R, i went in blind, it was horrible but i kind of had fun picking up all the references, it was a facepalm event, i left the cinema feeling dirty, although it's not as soul destroying when you're prepared for it.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?I'd say the fandom typically attracts a certain type of person. One only has to look at the art section of this board; creative, intelligent, tasteful and funny.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?I actually answer this in greater detail with Aeus below.
Who is your favorite board member and why?I tend to like members who are a bit fiery and opinionated in a word "arseholes" it's very hard to choose ( plenty of arseholes round here ;) ), but of active members it would have to be Sweeper, of those no longer with us Aeu., Both tell you what they think but under it all have good hearts (dig deep trust me). I'm always reminded of a saying "The world is full of two types of people arseholes trying to be nice guys, and nice guys trying to be arseholes".
What is your favorite curse word?c**t, particularly "Dumb c**t" as demonstrated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7dNkegpWVs#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7dNkegpWVs#ws)
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?"I thought you didn't believe in me, now gtfo"
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the latest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?It brought me back into the fold of the fandom, so far it looks promising but I'd hate to be setting myself up for disappointment. Let's just say I'm reserved.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?I think it was purely conceived as a money making exercise. It worked for comics and even games because I find it easier to excuse their commodification but the movies were and are a blatant soulless cash-grab. I say let the dream die.
You are one of the top cinephiles (uber film buff) on the site. What is it about film that attracts you?Storytelling and character, I grew up in a large family so telling and listening to stories was always a big part of my family life, for me personally film is probably the most engaging way of communicating a story. It encompasses a large amount of the senses.
In terms of story I tend to gravitate towards an idea that is high in creativity, something that can make me feel or think in a different way or even at all for that matter....... so I'm pretty much attracted to pseudo-intellectual dross ;)
Do you work in the film industry? If not, how come?In short no, but not from lack of opportunity. I have been in, and have shot my fair share of student films all of which I am extremely embarrassed by.
I have some friends who work in the south Korean film industry specifically in special effects, and the guys who made SAW where a couple years ahead of me at uni (I'm not a fan).
Probably could if I put effort and capital towards it. I suppose I'm not willing to take the risk because it's a pretty risky enterprise. (i.e. giving up my current career "I've got FIVE kids to feed")
If you could name a favorite film of all time, what would it be and why?Withnail and I (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094336/),
Well acted, superbly written, and above all hilarious. No matter how many times I watch it, I still find it as enjoyable as the first although it might not be for everyone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT5qhPoRS9g# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT5qhPoRS9g#)
You're one of the few members here with a broad taste in cinema. I don't think it would be unfair to say that you take exception to the lauding of what you consider to be more cookie cutter, conveyor belt Hollywood movies - for example the recent Marvel films. What is it about this kind of cinema that irks you?The lack of risks taken, and what these movies are trying to say (often nothing). I don't despise them but I don't want to leave the cinema with a feeling of indifference, like I've just swallowed a shit load of Prozac. When I leave the cinema, I want to be amazed, amused, angry, shocked shit, even depressed; anything.
You've been with the internet since very early on in its lifespan. What is your view on how internet communities - like this one - have evolved over the years, and what do you think is the crux of one that lasts?Firstly I'm not that f**king old lol, but Internet communities are only as good as the member's who inhabit them and the content those said member's create drives them. The crux of the ones that last is keeping up to date with the expectations and demands of a modern userbase, ones who are used to features of social networking this and most of all respect to the members. It's not a smart move to treat people like children (even if they act like it)
Unique as a place like this is, I can feel it falling into decline because it refuses to move with the times, with both features and attitude.
You've been alive for a large part of the Alien franchises life span. How do you think the audience's reception of the creature has changed over the years, and do you agree with Ridley Scott's opinion that the creature has had its run and its time to say goodbye?Ok you're intent on making me feel old haha, when Ridley says shit like this it give me more faith than ever in him producing something special with Prometheus. It's inherently true. I feel the moment Kenner released a toy line aimed at kids, this shit was over, which coincidentally was 1992 and the release of
Alien 3.
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Awesome interview. :)
- your friendly neighbourhood asshole
Whilst I barely see Pn around, great interview none the less. :laugh:
Good interview
Noice.
Okay, this was
the best interview.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Feb 17, 2012, 10:09:01 PM
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Yeah it has, the series really informed parts of my personality, as sometimes film and entertainment does when you grow up with it.
Besides all my typical "dickerey" (which I apologize for if it offends people) I do feel empathy, and I really can't stand abuses of power, it's a theme that's repeated throughout the alien series and I hate the idea of dehumanization. You can't help but feel bitter and angry when Ripley accesses "Mother" and reads that her and the Nostromo's crew were expendable; really gets me every time.
I think in a little way it also influenced my choice in a partner. I really appreciate strong-willed, intelligent, beautiful women (she might be reading this :) ). I really do, and I suppose in a way I was looking for a Ripley of my own.
Here's an example a birthday card she made for me last year.
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what a lady :)
This answer needs to be engraved on a f**king commemorative plaque. :laugh:
Very great work on the specific questions, Doom.
Love all around, Pn.
that's ghost rider?
our ghost rider?
great interview by the way. made me feel all fuzzy and hipstery.
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Feb 18, 2012, 12:16:51 AM
that's ghost rider?
our ghost rider?
great interview by the way. made me feel all fuzzy and hipstery.
It could be.
Nice interview fag. You did alright too Pn. :P
Who do you all want to see next?
but who hasn't been interviewed yet?
Keg :)
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Feb 18, 2012, 06:05:05 PM
but who hasn't been interviewed yet?
Me :P
But I don't think it would be very interesting or well written.
English... I need to improve :D
I haven't, but I'd say to let the better known members be interviewed before me.
Quote from: Le Celticant on Feb 19, 2012, 02:16:39 AM
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Feb 18, 2012, 06:05:05 PM
but who hasn't been interviewed yet?
Me :P
But I don't think it would be very interesting or well written.
English... I need to improve :D
Your English seems fine, actually.
Quote from: First Blood on Feb 18, 2012, 06:10:04 PM
Keg :)
Submit some questions to me you'd like asked then.
Nice interview guys, liked it a lot. :)
Quote from: First Blood on Feb 18, 2012, 06:10:04 PM
Keg :)
Agreed, Keg would be cool.
And Ghost Rider, disagree, I think the lesser-known guys are as or more interesting than the louder ones!
Just found this thread, great idea, interviews are really cool, and let's forum members get to know each other better ;D
Ok everyone - I thought that it only fitting that DoomRulz gets to have his own interview so with his permission I'm asking everyone here to PM me questions they want DoomRulz to answer.
I freely admit that I'm a relative unknown person here and don't know DoomRulz as well as others so I'd like your help please.
Quote from: chupacabras acheronsis on Feb 18, 2012, 06:05:05 PM
but who hasn't been interviewed yet?
...
No goats for you today buster.
Keg sounds like a great idea.
FINALLY SOMEONE GETS IT.
JESUS.
What was the joke?
He is referring to his name if I am not mistaken.
This is puzzling since the meaning of his name has been known for some time.
..i was foreshadowing a desire to be interviewed, the italics were a dead give away, come on...
Okay. So I am mistaken. ;)
Plus I thought you were already interviewed a while ago.
Everyone avoids an interview with you because it would be filled with multiple sexual innuendos and foul language, ending with a massacre and a short porno clip.
When you put it like that...
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 20, 2012, 02:15:55 AM
Everyone avoids an interview with you because it would be filled with multiple sexual innuendos and foul language, ending with a massacre and a short porno clip.
BUT THEN WHATS THE POINT
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 20, 2012, 02:15:55 AM
Everyone avoids an interview with you because it would be filled with multiple sexual innuendos and foul language, ending with a massacre and a short porno clip.
Chupa or Doom?
Ah, I meant Chupa.
Unless Doom wouldn't mind doing those honors either...
For reference: his puns in the Hot Women thread. :P
Quote from: Xenodog on Feb 20, 2012, 05:53:43 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 20, 2012, 02:15:55 AM
Everyone avoids an interview with you because it would be filled with multiple sexual innuendos and foul language, ending with a massacre and a short porno clip.
Chupa or Doom?
Me? Sexual innuendos? Psshhhhaaaaawwww
Very nice interview.
That birthday card was great. :laugh:
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Ladies and gentlemen, would you please bring your attention to me. Your ears and your eyes will be bleeding. From the wonders you're about to behold here. Welcome to the show. Please come inside, ladies and gentlemen, to meet the one, the only...chupacabras acheronsis!!!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
It's a really tough choice, not because they are all so good but because I can't decide which one has had a bigger impact on me. They all certainly had, and it keeps on changing as I go through meditations, debates and non-pregnancy related mood swings. Right now I have to say...Aliens, probably for all the wrong reasons. I've always been really into military stuff and the incredible design and portrayal of them was more than good. It was perfect. looking at the marines was like looking into the future. Every time I watch the movie, I get the feel that it was made by people who aren't pretending to know what they're doing. Everything in that movie looks like it could be used in real life and be practical at it, and the marines themselves, they didn't act like a bunch of ultramasculine action heros or existencialist philosophers with guns They were just young people fullfilling a role, doing a job. That's what drew me in, how they took this realism and grit formula from Alien and applied them to one of the biggest pasions in my life. Aliens is a better war movie than most war movies. It's a wonderful sci-fi movie, and a thriller, and a bit of an horror too. It's a perfect balance of all of that stuff that makes you like movies.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Oh boy, I was hoping some miraculous cirscumstance would save me from that one. I've been careful enough to steadily control the flow of information to people here in order to make me look in a vastly more favorable light throughout the years, but it's part of the deal I guess. My name is Gabriel Esteban Inostroza Duarte, Chilean, seventeen years old, metropolitan, single, handsome, blunt, incredulous, self-confident, humoristic, left handed, perfectionist, politically neutral, autodidactic and supposed to be studying most of the time you see me. I waste my youth on a daily basis alternating between forums boards, magazines, funny strips, videogames, movies, series, and whatever is sold (>buying) as entertainment brought to my attention. I draw and I like to think I can write. I joined facebook once and visited for two days and I haven't checked on it ever since, which exemplifies how much care I put into social activity. Since my school was taken over I have not interacted extensively with anyone within my age range for nine months and I have become chronically oversleeping, my muscles have atrophied and I've become very unhygienic. That is pretty much all.
How did you come up with your username?
The legend of the Chupacabras, a vampiric creature that mutilates livestock in disturbing ways at night without making any sound whatsoever is a very famous piece of Latin American folklore, and a phenomena I've seen happening first hand. It was part of the inspiration of the first Predator movie too. Couple that with the name Acheronsis, from Linguofoeda Acheronsis; "deadly tongue of Acheron", which was the scientific name given to the xenomorph in the EU stories and some releases of the movie, and you've got a lady killer. I didn't work very hard to think up this nickname and I settled with it for the same reason everyone seems to receive it warmly: it is long, it sounds funny, and it's going to be hard to forget, kinda like the innuendo I just made. I remember I had planned to replace it with something more hardcore and serious but like a lot of things, I just forgot which in retrospect was the best that could happen. I don't even want to think about if i had chosen something like XxX.'.666DARKXENOHUNTERFROMHELL94.'.XxX.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
AND HOW. If it wasn't for alien, I wouldn't even like horror movies. That and science fiction at all didn't appeal to me before I knew it could do such amazing things as make a giant masked dreadlock monster appear out of thin air and impale Carl Weathers and laugh about it! It gave me a taste of that completely unsanitized violence, of that unseen menace and struggle for survival of characters that were not designed to be role models, and of surreal imagery becoming physical and interacting with real people at the tenderest of ages. How can you not get hooked on what's the very best of more than three genres?
In many ways, the Alien and Predator movies also got me interested in visual arts too. I didn't even know something could look as good as Aliens and Predators do.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
What keeps me coming back is that everything else keeps me coming back. Every time I see X movie or play Y game, I keep recognizing the little things; influences, homages, common elements and such of Aliens and Predator. For me, they are more than great movies. They are examples of how certain things should be done. Even when they are not there, I start thinking about how they could improve it this way or certain idea would mix with them. What keeps me coming is not the movies or EU or anything, but the basic concepts themselves that don't stop being immensely attractive. There's always something new coming out, and if there isn't, hell, we'll make it ourselves.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
You all know what my thoughts are.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The content and the discussion. I've rarely seen people as dedicated as most of our crew are not only to posting news but to making them and contacting filmmakers, developers, and artists. I really love how involved we are and how much work is done to close the gap between fanbase and creators. The fact that I get to share with exceptional people like Valaquen, Ozzy, RD, the space people, mono, and every one of you that do something really cool and I can't be arsed to mention at 4 AM and two days of revisions in Notepad.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Bring the chat back. It was great for making trouble and it was much quicker and easier than sending PMs every time we wanted to mess around. I also liked the sounds effects; pa-poom.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
I don't have favorites, but the person I admire the most is SM. He knows everything and he's always entertaining to read. When I get old and all of you are gone forever, I wanna be wandering on a fan forum and messing with dumbass kids like he does.
What is your favourite curse word?
f**k. f**k. f**k.
It's really hard to go with just one as I find combinations to be the most effective uses. But if I have to choose just one, it has to be that. It's so versatile; it's an adjective, a verb, a substantive, and goes with every emotion. As long as you have enough material to work with, all you need is f**k. Intonation is important too. You can't compare a weak ass "f-f**k.." to a powerful, reverberating and satisfying "f**k!". It's one of those insults that feels like you just spit a giant ball of saliva from your mouth towards someone, soaking them in your glandular, slimy intimidation.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Valhalla is that way."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I am worried like a parent in the maternity ward before the advent of ultrasound images. I know I have very little to worry about but I just don't like what I'm seeing and hearing so far. I don't like the creationist tones, I don't like the tall grey dude, I don't like the mutant guy, and I am afraid that the big head is the only interesting structure we're going to see. I was hoping to look a the space jockeys and see something that ridiculed everything human imagination had envisioned about the truths of the universe. Instead, this looks like its going to get a promo on the History Channel. I don't want to convince myself that the ideas have no merit compared to that Lovecraftian vision but it's getting really hard. Ridley can only do so much.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
I think any movie with "versus" in the name is f**king doomed. You can't tell a story about anything but a dumb monster brawl with that kind of name. Believe it or not, all Alien and Predator movies, even the bad ones, had a point to make. They had this message underneath; in Alien, it was "the universe is big and we many not like what we find in it". In Aliens, it was "so what if you have a gun". In Predator, it was "we're not on top of the food chain". In Alien 3, it was "happy endings don't happen". In Alien Resurrection, it was "we're really f**king stupid and Sigourney Weaver is reborn old and lesbian".
*Mod's note: that last sentence is the quote of the century*
What is the point of AvP? "Your favorite movie monster fights your other favorite movie monster!" That's not how you make good movies. The comic had a decent opening monologue but analyzing it only applies to Predators. So what is the meaning of Predators and Aliens fighting? What sordid and pessimistic life lesson does it leaves when the dust settles?
It almost seems quirky that the mod who has issued you the most warnings is the same one who wants hear your story. Thoughts on that?
It was you? I thought Vulhala had that title. Well, it's an archievement isn't it? It shows that I've been grown up a lot since I first pissed you off. I became more subtle, more plotting. I stopped desiring anyone to see me expressing any emotion but smugness and frustration.
Your name suggests you are fond of cryptozoology and urban legends. Are you? If so, why?
Surprisingly, no. I know my share of folklore and I like reading about urban leyends and ghosts and crimes and other morbid things, but I don't think that's something that defines me. I am actually more of a pussy than I seem to be. I can't take straight up horror games very well. I happen to suffer from survival instincts and walking into situations I know are going to suck is not fun. I still end up doing it out of pride. Many times I've found motivation to outdo myself from that, trying to match a vision of myself from my childhood fantasies. I wanted to be fearless, and I am GOING to be fearless, act fearless and do fearless things, even if I don't like it. I owe it to that little kid.
Why such sarcasm and cynicism when you post in threads? It's no secret you're regarded as the guy who is constantly grumpy.
The world has two kinds of people. Assholes trying to be nice, and nice guys trying to be assholes. Sometimes I wonder which one I really am. I figure that if I was an asshole all along, at least I had the dignity to go down as one, right? I like to think of that as something a nice guy would do, but that's also what an asshole would think to justify his assholery. I'm still figuring it out, but so far I enjoy being a worse person than I really am on the internet immensely.
Why do you love things that go in spirals?
Ever been into a plane doing an aileron roll? It's the best feeling in the world. I like how it represents movement on its own axis while still keeping a directional displacement and infinite vector. Also, because it's a smooth and uninterrupted expression of energy and because it looks cool as f**k all.
Great interview. :)
Woooo go Chupa!
My god you finally did it. You interviewed chupa.
Massive! Really awesome interview. Hats off. :)
Who's Ozzy?
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Feb 23, 2012, 01:19:53 PM
Massive! Really awesome interview. Hats off. :)
Who's Ozzy?
Maybe it's a pet name for you, OZ ;)
Quote from: MudButt on Feb 23, 2012, 04:27:35 AM
My god you finally did it. You interviewed chupa.
It had to happen...
So do you guys want to see next?
Great interview! Genuinely entertaining to read :D
Well, I'll try to kill my shy side and accept to be interviewed if you want ;)
I could be interviewed if anyone cares.
I care. Interview this man.
New questions shall be sent out soon, then.
People care Ghost Rider. You are starting to sound like me.
I 2nd this motion.
Who isn't sending them answers in?!
QuoteI don't have favorites, but the person I admire the most is SM. He knows everything and he's always entertaining to read. When I get old and all of you are gone forever, I wanna be wandering on a fan forum and messing with dumbass kids like he does.
Shit am I THAT obvious...?
Quote from: Prime113 on Mar 02, 2012, 01:59:20 AM
Who isn't sending them answers in?!
Ghost Rider and Vul. Oh yeah, that's right. the former?
He lost the questions.
Quote from: SM on Mar 02, 2012, 03:03:33 AM
QuoteI don't have favorites, but the person I admire the most is SM. He knows everything and he's always entertaining to read. When I get old and all of you are gone forever, I wanna be wandering on a fan forum and messing with dumbass kids like he does.
Shit am I THAT obvious...?
it did took me a while.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Mar 02, 2012, 03:04:42 AM
Quote from: Prime113 on Mar 02, 2012, 01:59:20 AM
Who isn't sending them answers in?!
Ghost Rider and Vul. Oh yeah, that's right. the former? He lost the questions.
:laugh: Oh, yeah, I remember that. What a dumbass. :laugh: You know I kid, Vulhala!
And, GHOST, what is wrong with you?!
Quote from: Prime113 on Mar 02, 2012, 09:03:08 AM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Mar 02, 2012, 03:04:42 AM
Quote from: Prime113 on Mar 02, 2012, 01:59:20 AM
Who isn't sending them answers in?!
Ghost Rider and Vul. Oh yeah, that's right. the former? He lost the questions.
:laugh: Oh, yeah, I remember that. What a dumbass. :laugh: You know I kid, Vulhala!
And, GHOST, what is wrong with you?!
I'll finish them. I just kinda forgot.
How you gonna ask to be interviewed, then forget? S.M.H, bro. :P
Been a long time since the last post, any info on when then next interview is coming out?
Ask Vul or Ghost Rider. I sent them question yonks ago.
Oh s**t. I forgot.
Well get on it, baby!!!!!!
Gah, get it together, Ghost Rider! You too, Vulz!
He probably deleted them again.
So ladies and gents,
I've suggested to DoomRulz that perhaps he should have a little interview all of his own and he was agreeable to it. I've sent him some questions but would like to know - as there's probably people on here that know him a hell of a lot better then I do - if there are any questions any of you would like him to answer.
If so - please PM them to me.
Your Nickname immediately suggests something about your tastes in videogames -- what is the DOOM series to you and how did you discover it?
You're known around the boards for your Calvin & Hobbes-themed avatars. Can you tell us more on why you like this series?
These damned puns in the 'Who is your favourite Hot Woman' thread -- do you dream them at night or are they a spur of the moment?
I had a feeling you had a few burning questions, haha.
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Attention attention read all about it, some say he once crossed the sahara desert wearing nothing but a top hat, others say he can do push ups with his nipples, all we know is he's called
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First off let's start with the big one. What's your all time favourite film of the franchise and why?Predator, easily. I'm pretty sure it was the second film of either franchise I saw after watching Aliens (I forget the order but those were the first two). I rented it on good old VHS in 2004 after I saw the ads for Alien vs. Predator all over GameSpy.com and having recognized the creatures but never having seen the films, I was intrigued.
It's my favourite mainly because it has Arnold in it who is one of my favourite actors but also because it's one of those special monsters you see in a film, like the Alien, that just doesn't seem to slow down no matter what your throw at it. Think about it. The only thing that really put the Predator down for the final count was a log falling on top on its head at the end. Even that didn't outright kill it; rather it was severely injured. It's also set in the jungle which is a setting I love for any movie. It's also a perfect example of why Stan Winston was a costume master. To this day we still haven't seen a Predator that looks as good and as real as Anytime. KPH also brought the Predator to life in such a way that it really seemed menacing and even scared me a little with the way he moved. It's an almost perfect film.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?Wow, where do I start. I studied criminal justice for four years and now I'm in a post-grad program studying public relations. The idea at least as my mum sees it, is to get a job and all that piddling jazz. Despite this, I have plans of my own. Most folks around here know that I am an actor and I have posted links to my work around the boards. My goal in life is to be able to do it for a living and not have to worry about working a real job on the side.
When I'm not busy with all that, I spend time at the gym training in martial arts, specifically Jeet Kune Do and Savate. I also weight train and I've been doing that privately for two years now. I enjoy reading too but I haven't opened up a fresh book since February.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?I'd be lying if I said I don't find myself making Predator-like clicking noises when I'm bored.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?A general love for the original three: Alien, Predator, and Aliens. The franchises really begin and end with them for me. I'm not saying I won't watch the rest but if I had to pick the best ones that I can't live without, it's those for sure.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?I can't comment on the EU stuff because I haven't touched any of it, but as far as the movies go, most people know where I stand. I think the Alien series should've ended with Aliens and Predator has gone downhill ever since Predator 2. I do believe that Alien 3, while I can tolerate it, was totally unnecessary and didn't need to be made because Aliens provided the best closure to the series possible. Don't get me started on Resurrection. I want to vomit whenever I think of that film. Predator 2 is cheesy fun sure, but let's be honest: it's not a "good" movie, by any reasonable person's standards. Predators was just "WTF?!" I don't understand how that film could've turned out as poorly as it did. Undersized Predators, weak script, next-to-no character development, waste of actors' talent, Predator dogs, homages that never stopped...I mean, really!?!? That was the best they could do?? For God's sake, Predator is a great movie and not a hard act to follow. Keyes' said it best in P2, "...attracted to heat and conflict." Why not set the film in a modern setting like Iraq or Afghanistan? Doesn't that just make sense? Sheesh.
Now as far as AvP goes...I'll expand on that in a later question.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most?The community, really. I like engaging in discussion and debate with the people here, for the most part. I say that because there are a few individuals who have a bad habit of irking me but I learn to look past it unless someone really steps outta line. I also love the moderating staff too. They're very helpful, wise, and just good chaps.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?Nothing. Keep doing what you're doing Darkness!
Who is your favourite board member and why?Good question.
*ponders long and hard*
It would have to be maledoro, he's the first guy that comes to mind. He challenges me to think about things in new ways and I like that. It's good to have someone getting me to look at things from a different perspective, much like my acting teacher does. And, believe it or not, he's one of the kindest people you could ever talk to despite his strong demeanor when he types his messages here on the boards. You just have to get to know the guy a little.
What is your favourite curse word?f**k. Granted shit can be used as both an adjective and a noun, but f**k can be f**king-well used in any f**king instance you f**king feel like because it's just so f**king handy.
You know the best part? f**k simply means to have sex as I'm sure everyone is aware. How it became so useful and loosely used, I don't know, but f**k me. I love it! Also, seeing the look of shock and awe on people's face whenever it's used never gets old.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztVMib1T4T4#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztVMib1T4T4#ws)
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the latest instalment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?Eh, I have mixed feelings. I'm doing my best to stay out of the Prometheus boards because I want to avoid as many spoilers as possible plus I can't be buggered since I get lost in all the never-ending arguments about canon and whatnot.
I'm just so confused about what this film is supposed to be. Is it or is it not an Alien prequel? On the one hand, there are Space Jockies. On the other, there are two derelicts as opposed to one. At least it's directed by Ridley Scott. I don't think that means the film will be 100% perfect like Alien was, but he's certainly a better director than any of the morons we've had previously.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Yeah, I do. It's funny though because AvP was what got me interested in the franchises to begin with. Remember what I said about renting Predator? Well by the time AvP came out, I was so hyped up and all over it, *confession* I saw it three times in theatres. Yeah, I know right? Unbelievable. At first I loved it and thought it was amazing. It wasn't until I joined AvP Galaxy and the more exposure I received to the films and the more arguments I heard, that I started to realize just how shitty it really is.
It's the exact same story with AvP: Requiem; exactly the same. Saw it three times in theatres, bought into the hype, and loved it. Now, this might sound contradictory because anyone who knows me around here knows that I always defend AvP:R and I always will. Why? Because even though I acknowledge it's a shitty movie and in most cases (not all) is worse than the first AvP, it keeps me entertained. Yes, it has dumb dialogue, weak Aliens, a lousy Predalien (!), egg-barfing, continuity issues, and whatever else people complain about. But at the end of the day, it entertains me which is something AvP fails to do now. I mean this when I say, the only scene in AvP that really gripped me was the very brief face-off between Grid and Celtic right before they had their "fight". The music was good, the closeups were well-shot, and Celtic's growl was pretty awesome.
In terms of improvement, set the film in space and set it in the future at least. It worked for Alex Popov's AvP: Redemption so I don't see why it couldn't work for a feature film.
Your Nickname immediately suggests something about your tastes in videogames -- what is the DOOM series to you and how did you discover it?DOOM is my all-time favourite video game. Nothing comes close to the amount of love and respect I have for it, not just as something that I cherish as part of my childhood but what it did for the entire gaming industry.
I discovered it when I was six years old, back in the heyday of shareware games and floppy disks. One of the PC stores I used to visit with my dad sold shrink-wrapped shareware games and among them, was DOOM. I expressed a heavy interest in playing it but of course, big brother stepped in and gave me the spiel about "Mum said no, it's too violent, yada yada yada." Of course, that never stops a child from doing anything so I played the shareware anyway and before long, I got my hands on The Ultimate DOOM: Thy Flesh Consumed and I played it non-stop for I think four years after that. Other games came and went in that time, most notably Duke Nukem 3D which I still revisit once in a blue moon, but DOOM has a permanent place on my laptop especially, where it has kept me awake through many a boring school lecture. Keep it up id, this is one space marine who isn't going anywhere!
How does one get over 30,000 posts on a forum about aliens and predators?I'm an intelligent shade of the colour blue. I thought SpaceMarines made that clear?
...speaking of which, I have plans to hatch...he won't get away with this! *shifts eyes dramatically*
What is it like modding a site like AVPGalaxy?You have to be on your guard, that's for sure. Discussions can sometimes seem heated at first and I'll admit I've made a few mistakes in my time, but you really have to stay relaxed and let the little things just boil over. The best thing to do is to form good relations with the board members and hope things work out. If not, well, that's what we're here for.
You're known around the boards for your Calvin & Hobbes-themed avatars. Can you tell us more on why you like this series?Ah, I loved Calvin & Hobbes as a kid only because of the dinosaur strips. It was literally the only reason I'd open one up but as I matured, I started to read more into it and realized the amount of depth behind it. I still find the use of a six-year old boy strange considering he can't get past the first grade yet he seems to know an awful lot about sociology and modern art, but I guess that's what makes it effective. It also has those moments that remind us of why being a child is so much fun, when Calvin lets his imagination run wild no matter what he's doing. Come on, Tyrannosaurs in F-14s. You know you like it.
These damned puns in the 'Who is your favourite Hot Woman' thread -- do you dream them at night or are they a spur of the moment?I'm an intelligent shade of the colour blue. I have no need for dreams.
Ha! :laugh: One of the best yet. Hats off.
Spoiler
I make clicking noises sometimes too
>_>
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Apr 05, 2012, 09:58:37 AM
Ha! :laugh: One of the best yet. Hats off.
Spoiler
I make clicking noises sometimes too
>_>
I do too :D
Great interview.
Mondo interesting and I loved the Top Gear reference. :laugh:
I made a reference?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 09, 2012, 03:43:38 PM
I made a reference?
No in the opening, the Stig style intro. ;)
I know I'm a bit late on this, BUT, that was a good interview. :)
So who's next on the chopping block?
what a cool idea, actually the first time ive seen it on a forum before. Aweseome stuff :)
Quote from: Vakarian on Apr 17, 2012, 10:02:55 AM
So who's next on the chopping block?
Who do you guys want? Vul and Ghost Rider aren't interested anymore.
Though I did tell stephen I'd send him some questions. I should get on that...
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 17, 2012, 08:51:02 PM
Quote from: Vakarian on Apr 17, 2012, 10:02:55 AM
So who's next on the chopping block?
Who do you guys want? Vul and Ghost Rider aren't interested anymore.
Though I did tell stephen I'd send him some questions. I should get on that...
Why'd they drop it!?
And hmm...
Did Omega ever respond? Can't remember if he did. :laugh:
I interviewed him a while back.
As for those two; *shrugs*. They just never got back to me.
Huh...prod 'em again.
My guy just said he's too busy right now...
Got another idea though.
I'm going in.
I want to see Predator Queen, Raging Dragon or Prime113.
Hope Vulhala and GR get back to you though aswell. Vul has got some unique banter about him.
Yeah, Predator Queen, though she might not divulge much, and RagingDragon are some great choices. Also, Vakarain. :)
Prime113 and/or RagingDragons are my picks.
Have you done one, SpaceSweeper?
Yup: http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
But I answered the questions so shittily that I'd demand a redo. :laugh:
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Apr 18, 2012, 02:26:15 AM
Yup: http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
But I answered the questions so shittily that I'd demand a redo. :laugh:
Favorite curse word? - Mothershitf**k..... :laugh: :laugh:
Sadly I already did one as well, I feel like I'd do it better the second time :'(
However RagingDragon or Vakarian are my top picks.
I´d love to do this interview thing, but I don´t think i´m well known enough yet!
Quote from: Vakarian on Apr 18, 2012, 10:26:07 PM
I´d love to do this interview thing, but I don´t think i´m well known enough yet!
Protip: Stop changing your name.
Quote from: Vulhala on Apr 18, 2012, 10:55:03 PM
Quote from: Vakarian on Apr 18, 2012, 10:26:07 PM
I´d love to do this interview thing, but I don´t think i´m well known enough yet!
Protip: Stop changing your name.
He's only changed it twice! And, plus, who could forget the epic Garrus love?!
Just discovered this thread. Looking forward to dive into it when I have the time. :)
If I may make a small suggestion.... couldn't the original post be updated with an index of which forum member interviews can be found at what page?
Quote from: Xenodog on Apr 17, 2012, 09:06:26 PM
Did Omega ever respond? Can't remember if he did. :laugh:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.tumblr.com%2Ftumblr_ldox1mFBJw1qbhvcd.gif&hash=06b78de31e3c0898f4fff73438095d2e7bab5e51)
Quote from: Eva on Apr 19, 2012, 01:50:48 AM
Just discovered this thread. Looking forward to dive into it when I have the time. :)
If I may make a small suggestion.... couldn't the original post be updated with an index of which forum member interviews can be found at what page?
Great idea. Needs to be some quick links.
Here we have them all. Now we only need a mod to get them to the top of the thread. ;)
SiL (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1122334#msg1122334)
SM (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1129717#msg1129717)
Darkness (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1136406#msg1136406)
Predxeno (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1138764#msg1138764)
Corporal Hicks (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1139264#msg1139264)
Space Sweeper (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
Maledoro (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1183947#msg1183947)
Purebreedalien (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1220595#msg1220595)
Hellspawn28 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1221367#msg1221367)
Bat Chain Puller (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1226177#msg1226177)
SpaceMarines (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1228133#msg1228133)
Laufey (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1228221#msg1228221)
Predator Queen (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1231630#msg1231630)
Crazy Rich (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1235269#msg1235269)
Alien³ (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1238415#msg1238415)
Sabres21768 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1260136#msg1260136)
MudButt (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1271019#msg1271019)
First Blood (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1275793#msg1275793)
Nightmare Asylum (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1276088#msg1276088)
Pn2501 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1286563#msg1286563)
Chupacabras Acheronsis (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1289991#msg1289991)
DoomRulz (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1324346#msg1324346)
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Apr 18, 2012, 02:18:29 AM
Prime113 and/or RagingDragons are my picks.
I also nominate Cap. Fitzgerald.
Awesome Laufey - thx for the effort :)
Time for our latest interview!
Rolling in from the Deep South and picking up the pen with - depending on which way you look at it - his remaining hand, Rick Grimes!
First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
---That's a tough question, since their are some movies I would say in lighter terms "lackluster" and "mediocre entries" in the Alien/Predator franchise consisting of nearly 10 films I'll have to choose James Cameron's Aliens. Reason why, is the strong emotional bond between Ripley and Newt trying to survive in this horrid world while evading those pesky bugs with the help and protection of the United States Colonial Marines. Also I love me a great action film, and this has just about everything in the action department I can ask for. What makes it such a huge impact for the franchise is Cameron really expanded the entire Alien Universe, without him we would never have Alien 3, Alien: Resurrection or any other Alien related media material. That's why it is one of my all-time favorite film in the franchise.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
---I'm just an everyday 'Average Joe' living in sunny Orlando, Florida fresh out of high school. I recently have been employed full time at Chick-fil-A; Been there for about a month now. On my days off, I'm usually relaxing down by the beach, hanging out at the mall, or going to pawn shops with my dad and doing yard work around the house.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
---My love for this franchise hasn't necessarily 'influenced' me in anyway, but if writing fan-fic short stories, drawing pictures and building Sulaco models out of cardboard for school projects counts, then yes, the franchise has in fact influenced me in my everyday hobbies of writing and model construction. Film in general has inspired me and influenced me to take a filming class when I was in high school, and I love to edit, write, and direct my own home movies as well.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
---What keeps me interested about the franchise is all the comics, books, movies, collectible toys, and video games. I love the movies, and as a fan I collect and buy anything Alien/Predator related. It's almost like Star Wars: As long as people keep continuing on the story of Alien and Predator, the franchise will not be leaving us for a long time to come.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
---My thoughts on how the series has developed over the years. Well, first off, the AvP films didn't do any justice to the franchise but with Ridley Scott's Prometheus coming up this summer, I think that the franchise will be back to where it was when it first started. The comics and novels have really filled out the entire Alien Universe and made the scope larger than it was in the early years.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
---For a long time I was an AVPG website forum "lurker" always reading about the latest news on Prometheus and for a long time it was the only, and still is the one place where I get all my Prometheus news from. That, and I would always check out the latest posts in the General Film/TV Forum threads. It was't until I felt it was time for me to join the site that I finally created an account.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
---Nothing. Their is nothing that I can change about AVPG because everything on this site is perfect. Although if their is one thing that I could "add" it would be to have an online games section and maybe something that resembles Facebook where the user's profile is more 'fleshed-out'. Other than that, I'm fine with how the site is developed, it's very well made and organized.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
---If I have to pick a favorite, it's a little hard for me to do, since I haven't been on here long enough to get to know you all, but so far I'm liking DoomRulz's taste in women on the "Favorite hot Women" thread, and Laufey for his awesome findings in the movie sections particularly for The Avengers.
What is your favorite curse word?
---Haha....my fave curse word. Let's think about, I have so many but if their was only one to pick it might just have to be the word 'f**k'. I mean their is so many different uses for that word, this video from YouTube explains a lot on why it is one of my favorite curse word:
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
---"It's about time you finally arrived, where have you been all this time?" Either that, or "If you thought life was like 'Heaven on earth' wait until you find out what it's really like". You never know, God might just say "Wanna share a beer with me while we discuss your life?" Those are just some of the things I'd like to hear Him say to me when I arrive at the Pearly Gates.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
---My thoughts on Prometheus. Oh boy, it's like a dream come true. After all these years of speculating about that derelict ship and the Space Jockey our questions are finally about to be answered. I'm so excited for the fact that Ridley is returning to the franchise that he helped evolve into what Sci-fi is now. I love the direction where they're aiming for the "it's a different story taking place in the same Alien Universe as Ripley is in" feel for the film. Almost makes me hope and wonder if we'll ever get more movies taking place in the same universe. We as the fans all know the movies connection to Alien but the studio doesn't really advertise that or say it is. That is why I think that Prometheus will be a real-treat for the fans and will inspire average people who aren't huge fans of the franchise and they can enjoy it too.
From your great contributions to the thread and your username, it's clear you're a big Walking Dead fan. How did this first come about and what draws you to the series?
---Well, you'd be correct about me being a huge fan of The Walking Dead haha. My love for TWD first came about when AMC announced that a new TV series will be coming out in Fall of 2009. I never knew that TWD existed as an award winning comic series that has been out since 2003 at the time when the show hit the air. After the first season was over, I wanted more and so for Christmas I received the Compendium One and devoured that book in three weeks. from then on forward I've read every comic that has been released every since and i have not missed one episode of the TV show.
How do you feel it has translated to the small screen? Greatly? Terribly? Are there any characters or scenes you feel they really missed?
---Terribly? No, their's nothing about The Walking Dead TV series that has been done terribly. I think that AMC has done a fantastically wonderful job at translating the powerfully emotional and great drama fused with amazing zombie action. Everyone on that show does a superb job at acting and bringing the characters from the comics to life. The show has been greatly translated onto the small screen. How I feel about scenes or characters that weren't or probably never will be adapted into the TV show? I actually like that. What I mean by that is how the show radically differs from the comics. It makes the series unpredictable leaving the viewer shocked on the edge of their seat not knowing what's going to happen next. They surprise you with something I would never have expected to happen. That's what makes the comics and the TV show different. They're two opposite stories consisting in one TWD Universe. Makes the show almost somewhat of an "alternate reality" so to think.
Does your love of The Walking Dead expand to other mediums of zombie fiction - book, game or film - or is it mainly contained to T.W.D?
---I have a love for zombies/horror since the first time I've ever seen the Zombie Mastermind and the Godfather of Horror himself, George A. Romero's zombie classic Night of the Living Dead. Aside from Romero's films, their's also 28 Days Later, Dawn of the Dead (remake), Zombieland, the book and soon to be film World War Z and the Xbox 360 video game Dead Rising. I recently found out about a 3k zombie apocalypse marathon run featuring real zombie actors chasing participants through a woodland obstacle course called 'Run for your Lives'.
You vs. Nightmare Asylum.
Who wins?
---You might think that I would say it'd be me, but to be fair, Nightmare Asylum has impressed me with his excellent knowledge of The Walking Dead. If he's up for the challenge and wants to go head-to-head in a TWD Trivia then let's do it and find out :)
Is DoomRulz done with hosting these things?
That is for him to say. Last I checked others have always been allowed to do thier own interviews with members.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Apr 19, 2012, 06:19:52 PM
That is for him to say. Last I checked others have always been allowed to do thier own interviews with members.
Ahh. I thought Aeus started it, then kinda passed the torch, so to speak, to DoomRulz. Those are the only two guys who I've seen interview people. Now, Xenodog and Stephen have done the last two interviews, so I thought DoomRulz just, kinda, let it go.
Well, I just discovered that I've been sent interview questions in a pm, but I'm speculating that it might be an error.
All those who have been interviewed are veteran members, as far as I can tell. I mean - I've just joined recently and most members here by far, probably have no idea that I even exist. There are entire subforums where I've never posted and probably never will. :)
Quote from: Eva on Apr 19, 2012, 08:11:38 PM
Well, I just discovered that I've been sent interview questions in a pm, but I'm speculating that it might be an error.
All those who have been interviewed are veteran members, as far as I can tell. I mean - I've just joined recently and most members here by far, probably have no idea that I even exist. There are entire subforums where I've never posted and probably never will. :)
Well you've been here longer than Rick Grimes lol. :laugh:
I for one would love to read what you have to say. :)
Quote from: Prime113 on Apr 19, 2012, 05:39:36 PM
Is DoomRulz done with hosting these things?
I'm still hosting. I don't mind if someone else does interviews though in the meantime.
Trouble for me is, *NO ONE RESPONDS TO THE QUESTIONS I SEND THEM*
*COUGH* VULHALA/GHOST RIDER *COUGH*
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 19, 2012, 08:27:20 PM
Quote from: Prime113 on Apr 19, 2012, 05:39:36 PM
Is DoomRulz done with hosting these things?
I'm still hosting. I don't mind if someone else does interviews though in the meantime.
Trouble for me is, *NO ONE RESPONDS TO THE QUESTIONS I SEND THEM*
*COUGH* VULHALA/GHOST RIDER *COUGH*
Dude! I would so hook you up! You need a comeback interview! :laugh: :laugh:
Now that school is done for me, I can get back on this. I'll be back!
It will happen dude. Just need to find time to do it.
Quote from: Vulhala on Apr 19, 2012, 09:16:17 PM
It will happen dude. Just need to find time to do it.
Specially since your warmin up that hamma over in the A:CM thread. :laugh: :P ;D :P
Am I that obvious? :laugh:
Quote from: coolbreeze on Apr 19, 2012, 08:15:56 PM
Quote from: Eva on Apr 19, 2012, 08:11:38 PM
Well, I just discovered that I've been sent interview questions in a pm, but I'm speculating that it might be an error.
All those who have been interviewed are veteran members, as far as I can tell. I mean - I've just joined recently and most members here by far, probably have no idea that I even exist. There are entire subforums where I've never posted and probably never will. :)
Well you've been here longer than Rick Grimes lol. :laugh:
I for one would love to read what you have to say. :)
Same here, I'd love to hear what you have to say, that's why I sent you those questions.
Quote from: Vulhala on Apr 19, 2012, 09:18:02 PM
Am I that obvious? :laugh:
:laugh: You warned him twice. I'd be happen to put the finishing polish on the hamma before you use it. :P
I'm quite surprised Vulhala never used the hammer on me last night after my drunken dispute.
Quote from: Vakarian on Apr 19, 2012, 09:24:35 PM
I'm quite surprised Vulhala never used the hammer on me last night after my drunken dispute.
Nah, you were in the Rec board, bro. I don't think you can get banned for much in there.
Quote from: Vakarian on Apr 19, 2012, 09:24:35 PM
I'm quite surprised Vulhala never used the hammer on me last night after my drunken dispute.
Who would want to ban you anyway?
You're great mate.
Back on topic guys ;)
I think it would be interesting to get more of the females (Eva, Cvalda, Topazora, etc.) perspective on the franchises and the site.
Thanks for the names. I'll contact them and see if they're interested.
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 19, 2012, 09:20:06 PM
Quote from: coolbreeze on Apr 19, 2012, 08:15:56 PM
Quote from: Eva on Apr 19, 2012, 08:11:38 PM
Well, I just discovered that I've been sent interview questions in a pm, but I'm speculating that it might be an error.
All those who have been interviewed are veteran members, as far as I can tell. I mean - I've just joined recently and most members here by far, probably have no idea that I even exist. There are entire subforums where I've never posted and probably never will. :)
Well you've been here longer than Rick Grimes lol. :laugh:
I for one would love to read what you have to say. :)
Same here, I'd love to hear what you have to say, that's why I sent you those questions.
Well, I'll consider doing it then, unless the usual posters in this thread or DoomRulz don't approve - then I'll just pass. No bad feelings. :)
Quote from: Eva on Apr 20, 2012, 04:03:00 PM
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 19, 2012, 09:20:06 PM
Quote from: coolbreeze on Apr 19, 2012, 08:15:56 PM
Quote from: Eva on Apr 19, 2012, 08:11:38 PM
Well, I just discovered that I've been sent interview questions in a pm, but I'm speculating that it might be an error.
All those who have been interviewed are veteran members, as far as I can tell. I mean - I've just joined recently and most members here by far, probably have no idea that I even exist. There are entire subforums where I've never posted and probably never will. :)
Well you've been here longer than Rick Grimes lol. :laugh:
I for one would love to read what you have to say. :)
Same here, I'd love to hear what you have to say, that's why I sent you those questions.
Well, I'll consider doing it then, unless the usual posters in this thread or DoomRulz don't approve - then I'll just pass. No bad feelings. :)
I always thought it was like "you've been interviewed, so now it's your turn to interview someone else" type thing.
Nah. We've usually just had one guy that did it. Like Mr. DoomRulz, and before DoomRulz we had a guy called Aeus doing it. It's no biggie or anything. Its just that, from all the other interviews, you are by far the lowers post count and time spent here. So, for me at least, it was weird seeing an interview from a guy who hasn't been here very long.
But, I did quite enjoy the interview. :)
It doesn't matter who does it, anyone is welcome to.
Just throwing this out there, but I'd be down for an interview, not sure when though. I really want to hear from Vul and GR though.
Send me some of your interests and I'll formulate some personal questions for you.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 20, 2012, 09:22:00 PM
It doesn't matter who does it, anyone is welcome to.
So I could interview myself?
That would just look awkward. And...selfish :P
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 21, 2012, 02:18:46 AM
That would just look awkward. And...selfish :P
Awkward ... sure. But selfish? I don't really see how it's very 'selfish.'
You're interviewing yourself.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 21, 2012, 05:34:19 AM
You're interviewing yourself.
For the record, I was suppose to be the first person interviewed for this thread, but that never happened.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 20, 2012, 09:40:19 PM
Send me some of your interests and I'll formulate some personal questions for you.
I will do my friend.
Quote from: The PredBen on Apr 21, 2012, 04:08:00 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 21, 2012, 05:34:19 AM
You're interviewing yourself.
For the record, I was suppose to be the first person interviewed for this thread, but that never happened.
I didn't know that. If you want to be interviewed, send me some ideas for personalised questions and I'll get on it.
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Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 21, 2012, 05:34:19 AM
You're interviewing yourself.
For the record, I was suppose to be the first person interviewed for this thread, but that never happened.
I didn't know that. If you want to be interviewed, send me some ideas for personalised questions and I'll get on it.
Thanks, I'm not really sure I have any ideas for personalized questions, guess I'll go think of some.
Start with your interests and hobbies. It's where most do.
For the record the only reason I did one was to interview DoomRulz - he couldn't really interview himself now could he.
If anyone feels like interviewing me, that'd be cool.
Especially you Sweeps, an art interview must be done! IT MUST
Quote from: stephen on Apr 23, 2012, 04:11:51 AM
For the record the only reason I did one was to interview DoomRulz - he couldn't really interview himself now could he.
Thanks man, it was fun :)
Quote from: Cap. Fitzgerald on Apr 24, 2012, 02:03:16 AM
If anyone feels like interviewing me, that'd be cool.
Especially you Sweeps, an art interview must be done! IT MUST
Send me some ideas for personalised questions.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 25, 2012, 05:19:31 AM
Quote from: stephen on Apr 23, 2012, 04:11:51 AM
For the record the only reason I did one was to interview DoomRulz - he couldn't really interview himself now could he.
Thanks man, it was fun :)
You're welcome.
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Your patience has now been satisfied for the moment, ladies and gents. After a bit of a layoff, I am back with a new interview! Some of you may know him as "that quiet guy on the boards", others may know him as "that guy who interviewed Doom". Me? I know him as, stephen!!! Please, give it up!
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First off let's start with the big one. What's your all time favourite film of the franchise and why?
Aliens – without a doubt. It was the first movie I saw out of all of them and it just blew me away. I'd say Aliens was the first film that got me interested in films. I remember I would come home from school and whack on Aliens and watch it almost every afternoon for quite a while there. I just got lost in that world. While Aliens was the film that got me interested in movies – the Abyss was the film that got me interested in Filmmaking and I didn't know it at the time (I quickly found out) that James Cameron had done both. I like his style, he's a realist. I think it was on the Terminator 2 commentary where he said that "the more far out the concept, the more grounded in reality it has to be." He takes a logical approach to everything like the terminator and aliens and the colony and everything in the abyss and even Avatar. I just like that style. Not to say other filmmakers don't have a similar style. And I love the theme and human connection between Ripley and Newt.
Aliens to me was just such a rollercoaster ride and I'm happy to admit that because I saw it first that my view of Alien is probably biased by Aliens – Aliens being the rollercoaster ride and Alien being a far different beast. I love Alien and I can't help but think that Alien was a B grade movie that was dragged into the A class by Scott and Giger. Without the awesome set and giger's influence and without Scott's direction – I don't think we'd still be talking about Alien today.
Predator was also a child hood fave and I'm one of the few that actually liked Predator 2.
My issues with Alien 3 are well documented on this site but for others that don't know – I love the cinematography and the score but I had issues with the themes of Alien 3.
Alien Res – no. Just no.
AVP and AVPR – I'll go into more detail later.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?
My name is Stephen (if you didn't already know) I'm 32 years old and I'm an accountant (but don't let that fool ya), married 3 years and my daughter just turned 1. My life now and who I am now is all about my family.
I think a lot of who I am and what I'm about is summed up by my quote in my signature – "I'm a rational thinking being, using my own intellect to know the reality within which I exist."
I love reading and my favourite author is Terry Goodkind – author of the sword of truth series. That series of novels just speaks to me on so many levels. The nobility of man, reason, morality.
I also like computer games.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
I'm a firm believer of things influencing you whether you know it or not. Some things have major influences on you and some not so much. But I especially believe that things you experienced while you are younger and growing up greatly influence you. The movies you watch, the books you read, the music you listen too, the people in your life etc.
We all have our favourite movies from our childhood. To say that they don't influence you is ridiculous in my opinion.
Aliens has had a major influence on my life – I saw it when I was almost a teenager – here I am, 32 years old answering these questions.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
See above. I said before Aliens was the first film that really got me interested in films. I can't watch Aliens and not feel like I've been entertained. These films are a part of pop culture and I see them popping up in many different places – take the computer game halo for example – anyone who says that that game was not influenced by aliens is kidding themselves.
I think that the title Alien really sums it up – Of all the "alien" movies out there – Alien to me was really Alien.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Backwards. After Aliens of course. I said before that Alien 3 was shot and scored well but I had issues with the themes. Also the production hell it went through is not good for any film. Yes, I'm one of those people that hate that Hicks and Newt were killed off. I also hate it when people (I'm only talking about a few people in my experience that have done this) on a forum about these movies have a go at people for expressing their opinion about Hicks and Newt being killed off by saying "Get over it" or words to that effect. There's a reason I don't like why that happened in the film. I think it's a legitimate gripe.
Alien Resurrection – sigh. It just is not an Alien film. It has no reason being a part of the franchise. Its tone is all wrong and just...wrong. It may be an ok film independent of the series and funnily enough I get what they were trying to do with the themes and even like the themes they were going for, but it's just so damn hard distancing myself from the other films to take this film seriously.
AvP & AvPR – later.
Predator was great and as I said before I liked predator 2. Predators was just blah. It just didn't add anything and was a bit of a disappointment.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The fact that I can talk about these films with people that understand them. It helps me to learn about them even more. I've learnt a lot from the forum regarding the films, and getting other people's viewpoints helps me to learn as well.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I can't think of anything actually.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
It's hard – I'm not relatively active all that much so don't know a lot of you but if I was to say one member it would probably be SM. He knows his stuff and from what I can tell seems to think like me a lot as well.
We disagree on a lot of things for sure – and there are probably a few different threads with us going for a couple of pages talking about something and sometimes at the end just having to "agree to disagree".
What is your favourite curse word?
I like 'em all. What I dislike is when curse words are used in the wrong phrasing.
For example:
What the shit is that? - just sounds wrong. (i have friends that say this)
What the f**k is that? – just sounds right.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Darwin was right, I'm a figment of mankind's imagination. - thats what I believe.
Now if I was to be confronted with God after I die I would want him to say "Here's the keys, don't scratch it."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the latest instalment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
Excited at first. I've purposely been trying to keep myself spoiler free about this but it is difficult. My feelings towards it unfortunately have been going in the wrong direction every time I pick up a rumour or whatever about the plot points.
At the end of the day, I will either love how it ties into Alien and what it adds to the mythology or I won't.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
In the extended universe – perhaps not. As far as films go, definitely wasted so far.
Can they fix it, yes they can. They would have to completely reboot the AVP concept (as a film). I'm not so interested in the Extended Universe in terms of the comic books etc. As far as I'm concerned they can do what they like.
But for the films, they need to find a story to tell. They didn't tell any story in the two films. They told us plot points.
The first one had a back story that was so mind boggling stupid it defies belief. That back story of the Predators and the pyramids and so forth was just ridiculous. That movie could almost be just ok if the back story was removed. It has other issues but the back story for me is the main one.
As for AVPR – executed extremely poorly, and the setting was just terrible and the characters were stupid – come on – teenagers for crying out loud??? Eggbarfing – WTF? I will go out on a limb however and say that I think it was going in a direction that was better than the first one. Weirdly enough it felt more like an AVP movie then the first one did. It was still just a shit movie with many problems that I can't really defend it too much.
I noticed you wrote an AvP story. Did you ever plan on doing something with it or was it purely for fun?
I wrote it just after Alien Resurrection came out. When I say that I mean it took me about 18 months on and off to write. I just got so damn frustrated with Alien Resurrection that I wrote the first chapter as a way for me to vent that frustration. The first chapter really was me fixing the story problems – mainly with the egg in Alien 3 and basically writing off Alien Resurrection as the aliens being mutated with human DNA so they're not wild aliens and therefore don't count.
After I wrote the first chapter I kept writing and wrote the second chapter. I thought the second chapter was pretty cool so kept writing. Somewhere around writing the second chapter the story kinda took place in my head.
I wrote it as if it was going to be a film – a sequel to the four alien movies and the two predator movies. I discounted anything that wasn't in the films so EU didn't exist for me. I remember there were a few things I wanted to succeed at in writing AVP. I wanted to take something from every film and I didn't want to add much to the "lifecycle" or change the characteristics or abilities of the aliens if I could help it. Basically if I had a story problem that I needed to get around, I wanted to be able to use the prior films in order to help me answer my own. For example, I had to tell the back story. How could I tell the back story between these aliens and these predators? Funnily enough I thought of using pyramid hieroglyphs much like how they did in AVP but I discounted that very quickly because it seemed stupid to me and I'd seen it before in Stargate. The solution I came up with came from a movie I hated – Alien Resurrection. It was genetic memory. Ripley could remember even though she was a clone. So I used that to help me tell the back story for my AVP.
I also wanted it set on Earth (future earth not modern day earth like AVPR) and I wanted Earth to be completely overrun.
I wanted to find a way for Earth to be saved without the need for blowing it up (I answered this story problem from something that happened in Alien).
Looking at it now – if it was to be a film, I'd do a lot of things differently. I'd get rid of the first chapter completely. It just wouldn't work on film. I'd structure the story differently, and I'd make my theme much more apparent.
As I said before, if the filmmakers of an AVP film found a story to tell, then their approach to the film would be different – the prior two films just gave us plot points, there was no story.
My story was really all about my theme (which I admit I failed to portray). The theme is about how we are all influencing each other. What I do influences you and vice versa. Applying that to AVP, the aliens influence the predators and the predators influence them. This theme is explored in my story in the back story which goes a little like this:
A long time ago (perhaps in a galaxy far far away) the space jockey's and the predators for some reason or another got into a war with each other. Space jockey's being more scientific decided they would genetically engineer the Alien to fight them. So they engineered them so they can't be seen in infrared because Predators see in that spectrum. They also engineered them not to rely on eyesight because that then would render the predators cloaking device ineffective. All goes bad for the Space Jockeys and they're wiped out mainly by their own creation, in fleeing their home world one spacecraft ends up on LV426. This also explains (not that we know it yet) how the aliens are spread throughout the universe – they basically hitched rides on the fleeing space jockeys ships. Because the predators couldn't see the aliens it made it difficult for them to fight them so over time they developed their mask that enabled them to see in different vision spectrums, thus allowing them to see the aliens. Over time, the predators nature changes from what it once was to be more warrior like and they go hunting for aliens (because they're spread throughout the universe). In essence, the predators and the aliens created each other.
While I failed to really capture that in my story, if I was to do a rewrite I would approach it from the point of view of that theme, played out with the aliens and predators directly as explained above but naturally with human characters and a story amongst those human characters that is representative of that theme.
When will you get on that Halo fan fic?
Probably won't happen now. Halo 4 has stopped that. My idea for my Halo fanfic was to pick up the Master chief and Cortana a couple of hundred years later where someone finds them floating through space. The mob who finds them is a human ship with human crew under attack from a human ship with human/elite crew. The mob that finds master chief wakes him up to get his help and it starts out that way but we find out that they're actually the bad guys. So there were going to be a few twists in it etc but I wanted to get back to the feeling of the games especially the original halo. The Master Chief is kind of revered by everyone. I really enjoyed the first three books – The fall of reach to First Strike and they were really good but I feel like something was lost in there being more than one Spartan. I like the loner type feeling of the games and Reach (the game) while a great game kinda spoils it a little for me. I like the reverence for the Master Chief and in my fanfic I was going to have that by showing everyone's reactions when they realise who he is. Because naturally after a few hundred years his story of how he saved everyone would be built up and there wouldn't be a person or elite alive that wouldn't know of him.
If I'm going to write anything now it would probably be something original. I've got a first chapter draft of something I wrote years ago that I might pull out and polish off. Anyone who wants it can have a look at it. ;)
Whew that was long wasn't it.
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Hello, and welcome to "Inside the Members Studio" our guest today comes all the way across the Pond from good ol' Denmark. With her smart sense of humor and beautifully good looks that some have said to be "stunning" let's give a warm welcome to our newly added member of the AvPGalaxy, Eva!
First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
Alien from 1979. Imo it is flawless no matter which perspective you address it with. Directing, story, characters, cinematography, conceptual designs, scoring, editing etc. Some of the other member interviews I've had the pleasure to read, pretty much cover anything I could otherwise contribute with here.
Give us some insight into the woman behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?
I live in Denmark in one of the larger cities along the coastline. I work at a company that primarily designs web-related solutions and graphics for printed media. I started out as a graphics-/webdesigner mostly dealing with graphics editing and some basic programming. Today I work as a supervisor and I'm also the contactperson for a couple of our local regular business partners. I've chosen to work mostly part time to take better care of myself. Never looked back since.
I love having a good time with friends & family, movies, books, rock, British crime & comedy, swimming & various water activities. My movie geekdom started with trading VHS tapes in school and becoming familiar with the occasional cinematic gems among a barrage of B-movies. I watched Alien for the first time on British tv during a family vacation when I was some 9-10 years old. Didn't understand most of what was said, but the visuals were enough.
---Same here, I remember watching Alien for the first time when I was around the same age as you. About 8 or 10 years old. It was in October, on a VHS tape my mom rented from our local video store; and like you, didn't understand the context of the plot/story but gosh darn was that movie scary!---
I'm very humorous and warm - I appreciate a good laugh, kindness and smiling eyes more than any other attribute. But I'll be the first to admit to being quite difficult to be around emotionally, although I've become a bit more easygoing lately. If there's one thing I hate, it's being stressed out and how stress can affect my mind and body. Socially I'm very comitted to my friends, but I'm also somewhat shy and despite having worked with computers as my primary work tool for most of a decade, I just can't navigate in the whole social network thing. So, I'm not on twitter or facebook and considering the direction that especially facebook is heading in, I'm in no hurry to become part of the circus.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Not as a person as such, but my film geek sensibilities - absolutely. The Alien films were my introduction to Scott, Cameron and partly Fincher. They were instrumental in forming my cinematic preferences along with a lot of other widely recognized film classics and directors.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
I'm perfectly happy with the already existing excellent films of both franchises and equally happy with not really minding the rest. I revisit Alien, Aliens, Alien3 and Predator on occasion and they are among the few titles I've re-bought on blu-ray after my brother sold me his old PS3 player for peanuts.
---Wait a minute, did you just say that your brother sold his PlayStation 3 to you for peanuts? Haha sorry for interrupting go on... ---
They are the kind of movie experiences that just keeps on giving multiple levels feeding my eternal hunger.
Other titles I've double-dipped with, would be something like Lost Highway and Mulholland Drive by Lynch - my favorite auteur and favorite films of all time. No other film does to my psyche and soul like Mulholland Drive can achieve; but that's a topic for another discussion. My interest peaking at this time for everything Alien related, is solely caused by Ridley Scott returning to the universe with Prometheus.
I'll also add that with the Alien blu-ray set, I find myself revisiting the documentaries included and the commentary tracks for Alien and Aliens. They are just that good.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Concerning the overall franchises, my thoughts are similar to that of many of the members here. The entries mentioned in my response above are the cream of the crop as far as I'm concerned. The additional films took both franchises downhill, some more than others. Concerning the Predator side of the equation, I think Stan Winstons creation was used to maximum effect in John McTiernans excellent original action classic. On the top of my head, I can't think of a single recurring character in the Predator films and compared to the Alien films, they simply lack characters to get invested in outside of McTiernans film.
Regarding the AvP tangent, I believe the inclusion of Gigers and Winstons creations in the same movie universe, with a bunch of one-dimensional human characters thrown in the mix was a mistake. It degraded both to the 'monster of the week' slasher staple of filmmaking.
---I agree, those AvP films didn't bring any justice to the franchises, nor did it improve on them. It's as if they were "never meant to be" adapted from comics to theater screens; but you have to give them some credit for introducing these two sci-fi classic monsters (alien and predator) to a whole new generation.---
I know there's a lot of expanded universe material concerning background and origins - a lot of posters here would probably know this stuff inside out, but personally I've never cared much for EU stuff for any film, including the Alien/Predator universe.
---Especially Star Wars and their five different types of canons. It can be hard to keep up with external/universe/expanded franchise canons most of the times.---
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
The mix of people hanging out here - I usually spend more time hanging out in the fun forums than the film-related forums. Humour is a vital ingredient in life and there's plenty to go around here. I can take pretty much everything you can throw at me. When June arrives though, I suspect we will be spending a lot more time in the Prometheus forum in full geek mode.
Next best thing is the joy of discussing the films in an enviroment that is almost diametrically opposed to the IMDB forums, with regards to the discussions, trolling and nonsense posts and topics. I'm done with the IMDB forums altogether now. I'm having the same vibe with that place as I have with the social networks, crammed with stuff that has little to do with why those forums exist in the first place. Imo they have been reduced to noise. I admire the serious posters still hanging out there, at least trying their best to keep things afloat.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
A wellstocked Weyland-Yutani beach resort bar, happy hour every 60 minutes would be nice.
---Haha, I think that all of us on here (including me) would have to agree with you on that!---
I'd like for people to be a bit less concerned with various insignificant details of the existing films or Prometheus. Lighten up. Everything else on here is just fine.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Seems impossible to single out just one member. The ones I have the most fun with know who they are. Our personalities and sensibilities just seem to 'click'. I have a feeling that if we lived close to eachother at the same place, we could easily hang out once in a while and have some pretty decent movie nights. (read: they would rock)
---Oh yes they would most certainly rock. Too bad I live in the United States, you seem like such an awesome person to hang out with.---
Besides, as a newbie to AvPG I haven't been here that long, so there's bound to be plenty of nice people here I haven't really met yet, simply because of the logistics of things. In that sense, I'm also a bit honored to be interviewed for this thread, because compared to the veteran status of most of you guys, I'm essentially a nobody.
---Don't say that about yourself. You are not a 'nobody'. I'm sense that you'll be staying here for a long time and won't be leaving us soon.---
What is your favorite curse word?
English - Pretty much every variation of the word f**k known to mankind.
---As do I.---
Danish - Meathead, titscrap, Mr/Mrs F*ckface, fog horn, dick anchovy, retard, spineless pygmy, c*ntzilla...
---I really got a good laugh at "dick anchovy" and the hilarious sounding "c*ntzilla"!---
I can use foul language, but my delivery is sweet and tender. It's all about the delivery.
---Always nice to know you can curse someone out and be so nice about it.---
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
I would like to beat God to it and ask 'What's the story, Mother?'
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is set to be the latest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I didn't pay that much attention when Ridley wasn't at the helm. All that changed when it was announced that he would be directing. I'm optimistic about it and pretty much everything I've read and heard about it the last 6 months, just enhanced my optimism further. It seems they are making a lot of smart choices and the viral campaign they've designed to promote the film, is second to none. I'm pretty confident we are in good hands.
---I'm on the same page as you. Everything we've seen so far has been nothing but greatness that lies ahead as we wait for June to arrive.---
As for the direction they're taking it - people need to let go of their most entrenched feelings on how this should pan out, myself included. You can't hope for a film to surprise you with some curveballs thrown your way, while simultaneously expecting it to go by the numbers in sync with how you had Prometheus turn out inside your mind.
Remember, how someone suggested 2-3 years ago, that Ridley Scott should return to the Alien universe with a crew and cast to kill for, we would laugh our collective asses off, because such an awesome concept seemed extremely unlikely. Well, it's happening and we are a month away from watching it on the big screen.
---Exactly. I feel the same way. Some fans might or might not get upset with how the final product is presented to us and delivered. Their's no means to get all upset about how a film you imagined didn't go your way. Just be thankful that our dream is finally coming true.---
What is you most favorite food to eat in the world?
Whatever my mum cooks when I visit my parents place, she's an outstanding cook. Otherwise, I have a particular thing for homemade pancakes with chocolate, jelly and ice cream. Easy to make and so tasty. I'm a sucker for rather simple things like chocolate and strawberries.
---Chocolate covered strawberries are even better ;)---
In the summer at the beach, I often frequent the nearest ice cream stand.
Judging from your pics you've shared and your avatar, do you have a passion for photography, if so why?
No, not as such as me being a good photographer myself. I haven't really thought much about it, but I think it boils down to me expressing myself through images or visual metaphors. That's how I basically think, feel and relate. I can talk for ages about film cinematography, aesthetics, Renaissance Era art, the 20th century surrealists, architecture, industrial design, classic car designs. But I haven't got a clue what actually makes a car work. Neither do I know how to actually sculpt that well. Visuals can be my window into worlds I would otherwise not involve myself into.
Strangely enough, when I joined, I had no intentions to reveal much about myself. That's the mindset I got partly from my time at the IMDB forums. I imagined that I would spend my time here, discussing the film-related topics and that would be it. Nothing wrong with that. Then I made the discovery of the non-film related general forums, where people lower their guards just enough for others to get a sense of the person behind the avatar. I guess I just sort of decided to take the risk and chip in myself, chips fall where they may. You find that you can have some more interesting exchanges with people, if they have a better sense of who they are talking to.
---Like they always say, "you take risks, you get rewards"
I'm pretty honest and straightforward if you gain my trust. I hang out on some smaller Danish forums as well, one of them for people associated with heart problems similar to mine, supporting eachother, be it patients or relatives. When you feel comfortable around other people, you are more willing to let them experience more sides of your personality. As the Great Dr. Seuss would put it: "be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."
---That's a great quote, I always live my life by that saying since it is so true when it comes to being who you are.---
If you were stranded on an island and were only allowed to bring four items and a person, what would those items be and who would you pick?
1. A fuelled helicopter
2. A pilot
...and if 1 or 2 should fail me for whatever reason
3. A couch
4. One crate of vodka
5. As well as a solarpowered viewing gizmo preloaded with the entire series of Seinfeld. I'm gonna need the cheap laughs.
---Well, it was great talking with you Eva, hope you stick around on this wonderful site and become a permanent User since we need someone as funny and charming like you. Until next time friends, this has been another fantastic interview from Inside the Member's Studios. This is Rick Grimes signing off...
Great interview; quite a standout from the others. The answer to the photography and film questions were a very interesting change of pace. Gonna have to remember 'c**tzilla'. :laugh:
Also, seems you[and Cvalda]'ve got something of a cult following here on the site... :laugh:
Sup guys. I have Capt. Fitzgerald on tap next for an interview. Anyone else who's aching at a chance here, or any special requests y'all have?
c**tzilla. ??? :laugh:
Great great interview, really enjoyed it. :)
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Apr 26, 2012, 08:40:55 AM
Also, seems you[and Cvalda]'ve got something of a cult following here on the site... :laugh:
I do? Lol how so?
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 26, 2012, 09:36:38 PM
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Apr 26, 2012, 08:40:55 AM
Also, seems you[and Cvalda]'ve got something of a cult following here on the site... :laugh:
I do? Lol how so?
I think he meant Eva, Grimey. ;)
I really enjoyed the usage of open dialogue. :)
Quote from: TheMonolith on Apr 26, 2012, 11:06:17 PM
I really enjoyed the usage of open dialogue. :)
Thanks, I wanted to add something that was different from the other interviews.
I have two interviews lined up for you guys. I think you'll like them!
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 26, 2012, 07:11:47 AM
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Seems impossible to single out just one member. The ones I have the most fun with know who they are.
Spoiler
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on Apr 26, 2012, 08:40:55 AM
Also, seems you[and Cvalda]'ve got something of a cult following here on the site... :laugh:
I dunno about
me--
Eva's milkshake brings all the boys to the yard. :D
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 27, 2012, 03:07:14 AM
I have two interviews lined up for you guys. I think you'll like them!
Is one of them Val's sister?
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You...!!!
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Apr 26, 2012, 08:40:55 AM
Also, seems you[and Cvalda]'ve got something of a cult following here on the site... :laugh:
No idea what you are talking about...
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Quote from: Cvalda on Apr 27, 2012, 03:12:53 AM
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 26, 2012, 07:11:47 AM
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Seems impossible to single out just one member. The ones I have the most fun with know who they are.
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Oh, I
know, but... I thought it was supposed to be our...you know, our little
secret... ;)
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Quote from: Cvalda on Apr 27, 2012, 03:12:53 AM
I dunno about me--Eva's milkshake brings all the boys to the yard. :D
Lol, oh please...! :D
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Welcome back to Inside the Members Studio. Today, we have a young man with us who has a dream to one day turn 14 minute YouTube skits into big features or lead a world revolution on religion. His name is PredBen, please put your hands together!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
My favorite film in the series is probably Alien 3 I know that it's not a popular option here, but I found the last scene, where Riply sacrifices herself, with Michael Bishop yelling, all really intense and 'final.' So to speak. I also must say I really liked the character of Morse. Next to that, I'd say Aliens and Predator are tied for second. Both good action flicks, and I love android character of Bishop.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well my name is Ben, I'm 18, and going to graduate High School in about a month. I'm going to start college and am pretty excited for it, glad to leave my hometown :P. I want to major in Sociology (I think.) In my free time, I hang with my friends, and we sometimes make comedy sketches (more about that later).
How did you come up with your username?
My username, god I wish I could change it, it sounds kinda goofy. And I guess some people found it creepy. Back when I joined, I strongly preferred the Predator creature and films to the Alien ones, (which has changed). So I fused my name (Ben) with "predator" and got "The Predben." And even though I sometimes want to change it, I've grown to use to it.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
As in it effects how I act? No, not really. But it did get me into sci-fi, a genre which I enjoy to this day.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Probably the fact that the series are still 'going' I guess. New material such as video games, movies and comics/novels come out. Since 2004, we've had several films (for better or worse) associated with Alien and Predator come out.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
In all honesty, rather poorly. I don't like either AVP films much, and well I liked Predators, I wasn't overly impressed with it. But I did like the newest video game alright, and I'm pumped up for Prometheus, so maybe there's still some good blood left in these series.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
This is tough. Probably the members. There are some great people on here, or at least very humorous ones, that get me coming back to this site daily to check their posts. I mean, certain people on certain threads, particularly in the General Discussion section of this site, are pretty funny and enjoyable to read.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I'd bring the chat thing back. Look, I no nobody uses, but my best memory of this site, in a 4 - 5 hour discussion, was on chat. Although, to be fair, I can see understand why it got taken down. Again.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Probably Maledoro. Since I first started posting here, he's always struck me as both witty and intelligent. Not that other members haven't, but he was the first one who's posts I read. So maybe he made the biggest impact of me.
What is your favourite curse word?
Probably f**k, I mean its overused for sure, but it's the most efficient, in my book, for expressing a variety of emotions ;D.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"Even though you didn't believe in me, I always believed in you." - Awww.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I think the film sounds great, and it's really got me curious about its plot and its connection to the rest of the Alien franchise. As far as the films direction, I'm a bit ignorant to all the latest news, but I like it. It seems to be kinda based off the Ancient Astronaut theory,but made pretty cool since its in the Alien universe. I also like the direction they went in regarding the concept of "Weyland" the person.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
AVP is a wasted concept to me. I feel that a good Alien vs Predator film is 100% possible. It just needs a first rate director with some knowledge of how aliens and predators act (which is something both Paul W.S. Anderson and The Brothers Strause lacked, regardless of what they claimed.) The concept is wasted because they haven't set it in the future yet, in space, like it should be .
You mentioned to me that you're a chess player. As someone who is totally ignorant about what chess is or how it's played, see if you can explain it to me in one paragraph.
Okay ,here I go. It's a turn based game.The goal of chess is to get the opponents King in check mate. You do this buy blocking the kings movements using your other pieces. There are 8 pawns, 2 rooks/castles, 2 knights/horses, 2 bishops, and one Queen and King. The pawns more one space forward, expect in their first turn. The rooks move up and down and side to side unlimited, the knights move in an L shape, taking up four spaces, the bishops move diagnonally and the Queen can move any direction, any amount of spaces, besides the L shape of the horse. The king can move one space in any direction. Whoa, that was long. Word of advance, put your pawns in up an down pattern, it's a good defensive strategy if you ever start playing!
You also mentioned comedy sketches on YouTube. Were these serious projects you hoped to take to another level? Are they still online?
I was hoping they'd become serious, and although we got a larger then expected local reaction, we still don't even have 700 views on a single video (there were 7 skits) to my knowledge. Had they done better, I would've followed them up with even more, and I would gladly take it seriously. And yes, they're still online. www.youtube.com/awkwardcomedyinc (http://www.youtube.com/awkwardcomedyinc). NOTE - WATCH AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Do you still write more material for such projects or has your focus shifted as of late?
I wrote most of our material, but now I've stopped. After a failed filming session, on what I think was my best written piece of work, I stopped writing comedy. I went back to writing poetry and short stories (non-comedy themes), like I use to. Comedy is much harder to write then you'd think, and there are so many different times. Jeez.
When you say religion is an interest of yours, can you be more specific? What exactly is it about religion that intrigues you?
Religion interests me because its such an ingrained part of human society. Billions of people live their lives according to religious laws and rules, and believe firmly in their respective deity(ies). They also believe they know the absolute truth about things such as the origin of the universe and what happens after death. People who think they have absolute answers always fascinates me, its an incredible confidence to have (for better or worse.)
Do you think religion can be a force of good at all or do the negatives that came with religious belief outweigh them entirely?
Religion can be a force for good, or a force for bad. I think it goes both ways. That being said, I feel the amount of people who've been killed by people claiming to do it for religious reasons is way to many. And religion can be in the way of progress because it gets people to hold onto somewhat archaic views.
People have said that religion is not necessary because morality and good will are universal. Would you agree with this?
I believe that nowadays, with all due respect, religion is no longer needed. So in a sense, yes. That being said, back in the stone age, I feel the idea of a 'higher power' punishing you if you did something such as kill or steal is a good thing. It keeps the suspicious criminal from committing crimes they otherwise would do.
Great interviews. :)
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Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Seems impossible to single out just one member. The ones I have the most fun with know who they are.
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Great interviews. :)
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 26, 2012, 07:11:47 AM
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Seems impossible to single out just one member. The ones I have the most fun with know who they are.
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Gotta love The Don :)
Protest for Fitzgerald's FULL and UNEDITED interview. If it's "too long", use spoiler tags.
WHO'S WITH ME.
or make it a two parter, release it a day apart. ups the expectation.
^ That's a good idea, I'll do that. The full list he sent me is far too long for one post.
Split it up at the part with Terry Crews and the Ski
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WHO'S WITH ME.
I am? No butchered theatrical cut, we want the director's cut!
Cannot wait to read it anyway.
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Good morning ladies and gentlemen and welcome to another edition of Inside the Members Studio. Today, it's going to be a bit different with this interview. Because of the high demand for questions and answers for this particular individual, I've had to not edit the answers in any way, but I've decided to paste one half today, and the other half tomorrow. He and I figured we'd keep you all in suspense that way.
And when I say he, I am of course referring to our very own Captain. Fitzgerald that is, please, a round of applause!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Hurm, let's see... I'd have to say Aliens. I can sit down and watch it whenever and not be bored. Next to Predator 2 it was my earliest introduction to either series and I really do love it. The Vietnam allegory going on there is a nice thing to examine and think about every once in a while. Did they write the part where the aliens come in through the roof to reflect the viet congs hiding and using their land to sneak up and perform much more brutally efficient guerrilla tactics on purpose or was it just to show off the Aliens? Did they mean to make it this way or that way and so on? Generally the answer is yes but it's food for thought and I like being able to overthink it and enjoy it. The good old 'rines make me love the movie too, I mean, they're just so fun to think of. Nothing in the movie is unrealistic, we're making it happen and it's awesome. Reading the tech manual is a treat too. Thanks for getting me that Chupa!
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Hullo!
I'm Fitzgerald, or Juan, whichever you prefer. I'm me!
I'm 15, just sort of living day by day. Finishing up my first year of high school and trying to get myself a job for the summer. I like to do art, listen to music, cook, bake, read, write, do art, dance (sometimes), sing, play video games, watch movies, learn about science, do art, and enjoy sci fi, fantasy, and historical stories more than others. I also do basic magic tricks, and did I mention I enjoy doing art?
Art is my passion and I've been doing it ever since I was 3, it's a fantastic way of creating things and a great pass time. The only catch is that damn thing called inspiration. So hard to find sometimes!
How did you come up with your username?
Ah, ok, long story short, here goes. When I was younger I made a story called Patriots and the secondary main character that had the best traits from my brother and I was named Fitzgerald. His likeness was me, albeit looking older. I decided to use the name for this site because of that. Also because Fitzgerald is cool sounding, that probably had something to do with it. I was 12 people, come on!
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Oh yes! They turned me into a geek, nerd thing. You'd think that'd be bad but I have some of the most amazing friends and have had some of the greatest times because of my love of monsters and sci fi kick started by Predator 2 and Aliens. The designs of both creatures also gave me very interesting things to draw and made me get better at drawing as i tried to capture the detail in both. It also brought me to this site, which is an amazing place, I really love it here. So if we factor in the times I've been comforted in times of anger or hate by this site and my friends I met because of being a geeky person, the franchises have saved my life multiple times! Kind of funny considering they're about a parasitic phallic biomech creature and a toothed lady part faced intergalactic invisiblse big game hunter.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The fact that there's always stuff to discuss and see as well as the fact that they're still going and there's just a great community behind them. The games movies and some comics are good entertainment and I'm sure I'll be an old man remembering the days of a rastafarian space hunter charging out of a wall and running past an old lady with a broom as well as a bloody and horrible yet beautiful creature coming out of a dog as two dear characters were tossed into the eternal flame symbolically showing birth in death.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Oh man, they seem to have gotten worse. Alien and Aliens were great and albeit I do really enjoy Alien 3 it was worse and I don't want to get started in Rez. Predator 2 and Predators were enjoyable little romps but they were basically rehashes and they could have done so much more. Either way I do enjoy both and I wasn't as let down by Predators as other people. Then there's AvP and ugh...
We'll get to that Later.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The members! Oh man, you're all so great. All of the bonds we form in life are precious and meaningful, it doesn't matter if I dont actually see you guys and talk to you in person. I do know you and consider you friends and there's nothing wrong with that in my eyes.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
I might bring the chat back but people might not use it again and itd just be gotten rid of again. Besides that, the sites fantastic, let's leave it be
Who is your favourite board member and why?
My favorite? Well... Sweeps and 'rines spring to mind, but come on, I love you all and there's too many fantastic muther 'uckas to count!
What is your favourite curse word?
Well let's see. I don't tend to curse often but i'd imagine it'd have to be... Crap or f**k. Can't decide between them, they're both great and I use them much more often than anything else.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Nothing. I'd like him to wordlessly stare at me, while I stare back. Then I'd smile, he'd let me through and as I was exiting ear shot I'd like to hear him mutter "cheating bitch" and perhaps make someone's computer somewhere crash
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
I haven't been keeping up with it at all, because I want to see the movie fresh and doe eyed. That way I can't really truly experience it the way it's meant to be. Not bogged down by a bunch of ideas about what I thought it was going to be and what it "should have been" like. That said, I think it's got a lot going for it and it should be good and interesting. I like that they're trying to do more than just an Alien prequel and that it won't be directly related. That lets them do so much more than just answering the question "how did the jockey ship end up on LV-426"
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Yes, yes I do believe it is a wasted concept. There is one thing that must be accepted by someone making an AvP story. The whole point is to have a nice little monster mash. Have the Alien and the Predator together, fighting and BAM!
Half the work is done there. But you must understand, I mean THE Alien and THE Predator. That's was I think the movies got wrong, they changed the creatures and just messed with them too much. If you're going to change their back story and their abilities and just screw with them, whats the point of using those two creatures? Make up some other ones and leave our beautiful monsters alone.
The whole fun of it is having Anytime and Kane's son fighting, and it should always be set in space, in the future. Both universes lend themselves so well to making a story with both creatures I have no idea how Anderson and the bros managed to mess it up so badly.
Especially Anderson! He kept saying all these things about how much he loved the Aliens and how his go to movie if he's bored is Alien and the first thing he does when given the power to make a movie? Turn the Aliens into dumb, bug, ugly things worse than the ones in Rez and then change their whole mystery and throw the fear factor out the window. And then he goes and takes the Intergalactic space hunter who sees us as nothing more than some fun game and makes them heroic passionate expressive faced bastardized things.
Then the Strause bros go and do a whole lot better with the Predator part (but that isnt hard and was still bad) and make the Aliens just... Even worse. And the Predalien... I just, dear god. Did they just decide they needed to earn the R rating in the most idiotic way possible and up the gore mindlessly and then forget to make it an actual Alien? They just sort of tacked on stuff (quite literally, I mean, look at the mandibles) and made it act like a B movie monster. They forgot to make it act smart, act malevolent and just odd. They forgot what the Aliens are in my eyes. Again, at that point, what's the point of using the Aliens? Go make your own monsters, go make your own movie and franchise, but don't tarnish some of the most fantastic creatures ever made.
And I won't even go into the part about the humans, it's just... Dumb.
Tell us about your first experience with video games.
My first experience with video games would be... Ooh man there's so much, the N64 games and Play Station were basically my childhood in conjunction with movies. But my very very first experience with video games was when I was about 2 or 3 maybe. Barely able to talk and walk my brother and sister would get me to play Mortal Kombat with them on the Sega Genesis and well, as they say, the rest is history.
It seems obvious in some cases that video games have inspired your artwork. Do you want to someday be a concept artist for a developer?
Maybe, concept art would be fun and im good at taking someones idea and getting it from words to a visual representation. But if anything my dream job would be working drawing comics or making cartoons. Either way, if I had an opportunity to be a concept artist for a developer, I'd jump on it, yeah. What I'd love to do more though, staying on the subject of concept art would be to work on the story boards and concepts for movies and maybe even actually working on suits and costumes making beautiful monsters or just cool characters, walking in the steps of Stan Winston.
What's your opinion on video game development these days, more specifically, in regards to the idea of "games being console-ified"?
Hurm my opinion in regards to the console-ified thing is that it's nothing bad. The computer is superior in many ways but consoles have always been there and now they're just getting better. I have no problem with it. In regards to video game development, I love it. You look back at older games and see the development teams and it's just... Not that grand. Now we look at Halo, God of War, and even A:CM and we can see wonderful things. Teams of artist, designers, coders, whole orchestras working on them, amazing writers feeling proud to work on games. It's a new art form now, we can tell stories in games in ways that we'll probably never be able to with movies. I think as things get better and stories flesh out more and people get off of the trivial things and start to stop buying mindless games we'll enter an age where Games will replace movies in a way. Telling stories in ways we never can even with CGI and all the money in the world.
Is it possible, in your estimation, to make a good movie that's based on a video game?
That's a hard question, but a good one. It wholly depends on the game and why they're making the movie. If they try to adapt a game itself, then they have to cut it down and lose a lot of the parts that made the game great or just end up with a sort of hash messed. If they just decide not to stay true to the source material then we get messes like the Doom movie. (What's your opinion there by the way Doom? add a little citation) But if you set it in the universe instead, and actually take the time to make a good story and do everything right, I'm sure someone could make a good movie based on a game.
Author's answer: Hollywood screwed up a very simple concept with the DOOM movie. I expected nothing more.
Since you're an artist, I feel justified in asking this: am I crazy in thinking that comics and video games seem to be taking more of an "anime style approach" to their artwork?
Ok, when it comes to games, not really no. They seem to be getting more realistic actually, but keeping a hint of fantasy to them and don't really strike me as Anime-ish. Now when it comes to comics, yes, sadly. The line work and color work seems to have become so simple and undetailed it's jarring. If we look at DC's new reboots a lot of the art is overly simple and just looks like they've gotten lazy. This is the general norm, albeit I do acknowledge the few gems that still have amazing art and don't water it down so much, though those are sadly rare. I think comics should try and get their artists to actually put work into a lot of it. And oh PLEASE OH PLEASE inkers, stop destroying line work please. I hate seeing stuff like the predator prequel comic that's just bathed in black ink where they just covered stuff up in "shadow" and took a bunch of the detail out of the line work. It's a collaborative effort between the pencilers, inkers and colonists to make a good comic. They seem to have just all gotten respectively lazy, and either way it only takes one to detract from the others.
And that's it for today folks. Stay tuned ;D
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Great stuff, really liked this one.
And the Fitzgerald was interviewed...great one, mondo interesting!
Fitz has a lot to say. Interview was well done, can't way to read more :) (P.S.- Capt. if you thought the name "Fitzgerald" sounded cool because really it is--then you would be so jealous to hear that my stop moms family name is Fitzgerald)
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Apr 29, 2012, 06:25:53 PM
Fitz has a lot to say. Interview was well done, can't way to read more :) (P.S.- Capt. if you thought the name "Fitzgerald" sounded cool because really it is--then you would be so jealous to hear that my stop moms family name is Fitzgerald)
Ha ha, nice.
I don't think i'd ever be jealous though. Fitzgerald doesn't fit so well in real life to a Mexican face :laugh:
Glad to hear everyone liked it, theres more to come ;D
Yeah. Lots more.
Awesome, dude! Loved it! Can't wait for tomorrow!
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 29, 2012, 07:44:09 PM
Yeah. Lots more.
I repeat
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It seems like a lot of writing but it's not that much reading good Rulz of the Doom
It did seem like overkill though, for one post. That's why I split it up.
And as promised, here is part two of my interview with Capt. Fitzgerald!!!
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You've been working on a fan fiction (to eventually be turned into comic form) called AvP: Lockdown for quite a while now, and as I understand it's currently in the writing stage; what's gone into the process of creating this? How do you plan to approach a drawing a comic of such daunting size?
Ok, so yes, Lockdown has just finished its reimagined first/second draft (technically the fourth but still) and is being assessed and reviewed by people so I can get feedback and fix it or just get to drawing. What's gone into the process of creating this is a whole lot of love and though. I wanted to make a story that was for the fans molded by the opinions of the fans. And generally what I did was study the universe, the creatures and then not mess with it. It is Anytime and Kane's son fighting and it's in space on an alien planet and a ship and it's got a Weyland-Yu commando in place of a 'rine for story purposes. And it's taking this comic a while to get through the writing because I don't even want to touch a pencil to paper until its the best it can be. Why do it if Im not going to do it right? I plan to just draw the comic a page at a time, taking my time and keeping the details and such consistent. The drawing is the natural part, the plan is the hard part.
You're quite well known on here for your artwork, and I'd imagine, soon writing-- do you have any particular inspirations for either of these, in the industry or otherwise?
When it comes to inspirations for art, I don't really think so, its sort of just been me evolving in my own sense over the 12 years I've been drawing. When it comes to writing, I think it depends on the story, like Lockdown isnt really inspired by anything but it's source material. Patriots and a lot of short stories I've written take inspiration from many places but my favorite is Greek epics and things with a grand scale and purpose. Stories you can get caught up in are my favorite and I try to write that. I also base a lot of my characters personalities on my friends and once myself, as said before, because that's an easy way to make a likeable character. Take a likable person and base it of them in a way. Also, ha, I doubt I'm well known here for my art, I'm nothing compared to some of the other artists on here. There's so much amazing art on this site it makes me wreck my boxer-briefs.
What do you believe it is that makes a story great? What parts do you try to integrate into your story?
I got into this a bit up there. A story you can get wrapped up in, really sort of lost in, and love is fantastic. Stories with a grand scale to them are also great just because then, if they're good, you can just be wondering what's coming next. What's this world going to show me next? What's going to happen now? Oh holy crap I can't believe they managed to use such a tiny thing from before in such a big way now, I'd barely remembered that part! Stories that make you go like that are the amazing to me.
I try to integrate the part where you can get lost in it to my stories, but not the grand scale. I do try to get people to invest in my stories but my stories are there to tell themselves, I don't tend to write series and thus cant do too many things that are gripping. But I do try to make my stories worth writing, and worth reading and seeing. If not, what's the point?
You've been here for quite a while now, two and a half years at least; are there any specific memories that stand out for you? The good? The bad? The insane?
It has been a long time hasn't it? Oh maaaaaan, yeah there's lots of memories. I think some good ones are first getting on Xbox with people and talking, and then getting on MSN for the first time. I also just remember the beginnings in the Pillow fight thread, back when it was fun. Though that makes me miss good old Puba, I never got to say goodbye. Also hosting the Galaxy awards! That was fantastic for the most part.
Anyways, the bad... Oh let's see... The whole hate spreading over the boards like a Nazi war machine, never ending in its speed and power (until it was stopped) between everyone and the pony lovers and other minorities. That was just ugly and it was a big part of what made me decide to leave for a bit, though I slowly worked into that. Then there's the times with IMDB hating on us and getting all up in our shit with Predators and such. I also hear they've been doing stuff like that again so, ugh, here we go again. And I also hated the almost sort of loss of life on the boards three particular members, all gone now, brought when they decided everyone was inferior and idiotic and "faggot"s.
The insane? Good insane: The whole competition for the 1,000,000th post. I took a nap and Puba wins dammit! And then when it comes to bad insane: Multiple people treating every little thing I did with the Galaxy awards like a conspiracy and just losing their shit. It was just... Ugh
Also when thinking of just pure insane memories, insane in general, The whole romps with Ze Ghoul come to mind. That was a mix of good and bad and it's just... Ha, crap, odd times.
So i see that your AvP story is near completition, and from what i've read, it's a damn good story. but i've read a lot of damn good stories, so how about you try and sell it to us? make us want to watch this.
I got into this a lot up there but if I am to sell it I'll try and sell it.
Lockdown is a story that sticks true to the franchises hearts. It's been worked on a lot and it's been worked on hard. The creatures are exactly as you imagine them, nothing added nothing changed. The predator is the ugly motherf**ker we saw jumping through trees and laughing while it tried to kill its prey one last time. The Alien is the surreal, horrible creature we watched stalk the halls of the Nostromo with an air of mystery and dread, it's the thing that was beautiful while it went around killing people and freaking us out. Im trying to make everything great, with good characters and interesting settings. Im not going to stop until this comic is the best it can be and it's out for everyone to enjoy
From the point of view of someone who hasn't been here these last few months; do you think the place stinks shit as much as we do so far?
No I do not, coming back it's seems to have boomed out a bit more. There's new faces, new topics, lots of posting and its all great. Nearly 3 years and I haven't gotten sick of it. It's anything but a shit hole in my eyes.
Considering the failure of the AvPGalaxy comic, do you think we could get a real project flying this time? do you feel any more prepared?
Wait, wait, hold the phone. While i was gone did you guys disband it? I thought it got passed on to Sweeper to write and Mono to draw? Either way, im preoccupied in lots of ways but if I finished my other projects yes I'm sure we could get something off the ground. And when it comes to feeling more prepared, yes I suppose. Writing Lockdown has made me a lot better at writing and my drawing has improved a lot. But I think I wont be sure how ready I am for a project until I start to draw one and really get it out there. And since I'm almost there with Lockdown, I suppose this question's got to wait a bit.
Do you still like the FAMAS?
Yes, it's still got a place in my heart, BUT if I want a bullpup weapon I think I've switched to liking the HoneyBadger more. Short barreled rifles seem to be the best of two worlds and the honey badgers two types of specialized rounds are effective in lots of situations. And before you ask, my opinion on the AA-12 has not changed. I still just love the sheer badassery of an automatic shotgun that requires barely any maintenance and is versatile enough to have lots of different ammunition types to turn a soldier into a one man army with his weapon system.
You've been working on a AvP fanfic for awhile. What inspired you to decide to make "Lockdown"? What was the creative process like? What made you decide to use members' likenesses for your characters?
In regards to the first part, trying not to repeat myself, my extreme displeasure with the attempts at AvP brought forward by the films and the fact that all I ever wanted to see out of AvP was Anytime and Kane's son fighting, and since no one made that, I had to do it myself I suppose.
Now the creative process was of course as I mentioned, studying up and just repeatedly watching the movies and studying the creatures. Then I made a basic outline and thought up characters (just sort of non detailed un charactirized outlines) then I wrote a first draft that was basically just a weak and flimsy thing that served more as a way to set stuff up. I then began work on a second draft. That draft was more like the first and was left unfinished because I received a lot of feedback and felt that the whole thing had to be reimagined.
The third draft was still a third draft as I tried to keep the story more like the first while changing things, but I left that alone after a point too.
The one I just sent out to people is the first/second reimagined draft. That one is fully fleshed out and albeit still needing some work is a lot better than the previous drafts.
And oh look! There's something I haven't discussed about Lockdown at all. Early on I asked you, SpaceMarines, and Corporal Hicks if i could use their likenesses for the characters of Terris and Clovis respectively. I decided to use their likenesses because when it came to Terris I needed a nice looking face that looked young but also aged and strong (think Bruce Willis in Doe Hard, he had a tiny bit of a baby face there mixed in with the manly) and I found that in your/his face. And when it came to choosing a face for Clovis, that was a hard one, but when I saw pictures of Hicks with short hair and a beard i thought his face matched up woth Clovis's character well enough. I don't regret choosing the faces several drafts later, and they helped give me a bit of substance to first start shaping those characters.
It's fairly well-known that you enjoy cooking. What is your favourite dish to create? Also, have you ever tried making your own recipe?
Ha, I remember when I made you guys cookies and made Huol a brownie taunting him. Anyways my favorite recipe... There's this one cinnamon sugar cookie recipe I made that everyone loved. Like, a lot. And they're simple and fun to make so yeah those are my favorites. Though that's baking. So if you mean cooking cook, I love to make pizza from scratch and lasagna too. I've made my own recipes for baked things repeatedly. That's turned out well and not very well but I'm actually pretty proud of the double chocolate cookie recipe I came up with
When did you complete your transformation into a large black man on a jetski?
Ha ha! I completed that transformation very recently. It's all about dat body spray people.
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As a fellow Doctor Who fan, there's a few questions that I just need to know the answer to. Favourite Doctor? Favourite companion? Favourite episode? Least favourite? Best villain? Dream casting for future seasons? Also, what is the thing that you love most about the show, that keeps you coming back through the good and the bad?
Ok Dok-tah Hoo questions. Lets get them answered.
My favorite doctor is the 9th, played by Christopher Eccleston. I related to him and albeit I do love others (Hey there 10) I really enjoyed his run and understood him really well. Transformed into an angry, pained, and hateful man after killing his whole species but still wanting to overcome that instead of giving in. So he smiled through the pain and had an absolutely fantastic run. I also have his sort of stuck out ears, so that helps.
Favorite companion, well when it comes to the new series it's Rose. Old and new? It's probably got to be Sarah J. Smith, and she showed up in the new series too so there you go. R.I.P Liz
Favorite episode.... Mother of god that's a hard one. It could be The doctor dances and it's precedent partner episode, it could be blink, it could be the stolen earth, it could be the end of time. It could even be the Vampires of Venice, The lodger, the pandorica opens and the big bang. I can't decide, honestly, but there's a list of some good episodes. oh and when it comes to the old series The Three Doctors, The Five Doctors, and The caves of Androzani are great too.
Least favorite episode... I didn't watch it, but I know what it would be. It's one that my friend Katie warned me not to watch and I further cemented into my mind as something not to watch when I saw clips. It was in season 2 and it was called Love and Monsters or something, it looked like Scooby Doo with the doctor briefly in it. And after having experienced the rest of the series well enough it had no point to it.
Favorite villain is easy, it's The Master. Having watched the old series and then the new it's always been a great character to see and brings out something in the doctor no one else really can. Though sadly, he's gone, so I don't think well see him anytime soon.
I don't really have dream casting for future seasons, part of the fun is never knowing what we'll get
And the thing that keeps me coming back is how great the stories are and how there are very few bad episodes in my opinion, betwix all the good
Quotedoe hard
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For some reason Hans as a beaver sprang forward in my imagination :laugh:
Please excuse my typos good people
no! don't stop enabling my petulance!
That was one hell of an interview. If I ever had a interview it'd probably be like 4 questions long :laugh:
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Favorite companion, well when it comes to the new series it's Rose.
Mah nigga.
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Good day wherever you are everybody. Today as a surprise for everyone we'll have an unexpected interview with one of our Creature Feature guys. Trust me when I say he knows his Movie Monsters. I want a big applause for him!
Snowdog ladies and gentlemen!
We're all here because of our interest for the Alien and Predator series - which one of the films sits on the throne as your absolute favorite and why?I used to say that i loved Aliens the most and Alien+Alien3 tied on a second place. But after rewatching the movies a short while ago i think my opinion changed a bit. Alien has so many things to love as a fan. For starters the sexuality that Giger brought to the table. I absolutely love it. I really am a fan of Giger's work and i would almost say that the classic xenomorph has the same place in my heart as Sil from Species. So i have to say Alien is my favorite and Aliens is on a tie with Alien3. I think one of the reasons i always said Aliens is because it kinda introduced me to the series. I remember watching Gremlins 2 on television when i was a little kid. Then during the commercial break there were a lot of sci-fi related commercials and one of them was about Aliens. I grabbed the tv guide and just guessed which movie had that awesome and terrifying monster design. And i guessed right :D taped it and saw the scene where bishop got split in half before i saw the whole movie, scared the crap out of me and never went to see it again until i saw Alien3. So Alien 3 is the first alien movie i saw and i still absolutely love that movie despite a lot of people bashing it.
And i love Predator and Predator 2 equally. The first introduced a great interstellar hunter and the second movie expanded the universe in a great way without rehashing the first movie (where Predators sadly failed :( ) I like Predators but they used way to many references to the first movie. Even going so far to copy complete scenes which is a shame because the movie had a lot of potential and could be something unique if it went its own way.
And to be really honest here Predator didn't interest me at all back when i was younger. I just couldn't get into the movie for some reason. It's because of AvP i got interested in Predator again and dusted of my VHS tape of Predator. That's when i actually started to love the predator franchise. Strange thing isn't it?, to first dislike something and later becoming a huge fan over it.
To quote agent Janus in Men in Black - who are you, really?My real name is Benjamin, i'm a 21 year old guy (22 in exactly a month) that absolutely loves movies.
Live in a village in the Netherlands near to Amsterdam. I'm an assistant manager at a computer store where i have a great time with my colleagues. I used to have a movie buddy at my work, we could talk all day about movies and series and everything which was really great because i love to talk and speculate about movies but sadly he got transferred to another store in another village. Besides watching movies/tv shows and gaming i like to hang out with my buddies and grab a drink.
Your username is one of the most catchy on the forums (always reminded me of William Corvinus in Underworld: Evolution). Could you give us some insight on its genesis?Thanks! ;D but sadly to say my username doesn't have the most interesting origin :P I used to play a lot of games with my school buddies when i was like 14 years old. My first nickname was DarkDragon but as it was almost everybody's nickname back then. So i wanted something else but never could come up with something i really liked. I always played a lot of GTA Vice City next to multiplayer games and there was a guy on Vrock that called himself Snowdog. I really liked that name so that's where it came from :)
How does your love for the franchise influence you (if it does)?Don't know if i could say that the Alien franchise really influences me (could very well be now i think of it ::)). Yeah it's a great part of my life and everything. Collect a lot of Alien and Predator related stuff and i watch the movies a lot or i read and talk about them :D But thanks to avpgalaxy i have buddies that have the same passion about the movies as i do ^^
What do you think of how the series has mutated over the course of time?The first 4 alien movies are canon for me and i absolutely love everyone of them. I know a lot of people won't agree with me but i even love Alien: Resurrection. They brought the sexuality back into the alien universe and they used an interesting way of bringing Ripley back. It's AvP where they went the wrong way actually. They used the A:R alien design for starters which worked great in that movie because of the story but it didn't fit the AvP movies at all. Also the childish atmosphere we got in the AvP movies kinda sucked. Yeah AvP-r got an R rating but that doesn't say the movie has a mature story or anything. It was just a really bad teen slasher flick with the best movie monster ever put into the mix. And i already said what i think of the predator franchise in the first question ;)
Do you think AvP is a wasted chance? How would you have handled this series?Yes and no. I really have mixed feeling about Paul w.s. Anderson's attempt at an AvP movie tbh. I liked the story but it should've been set in the future in space. Some of the characters where interesting where others completely lacked my interest. I wanted it to be more mature i think even though i liked the predators thought us how to build thingy. I also liked the bulky predators and don't have a problem with connecting the AvP movies to the predator universe even though i have a huge problem with connecting the AvP movies to the alien universe. But the biggest mistake they made was the teamup. Scar was a really badass yautja until he went soft for chocolate :P
And i don't even know where to start about my hatred for AvP-r. The material was handled so disrespectfully i can't even come close to understanding how such incompetent people could get their hands on so much potential and just ruin it.
If i got a chance to direct an AvP movie i would make it about the characters. If you have interesting characters with a good cast you can even get away with a B story (look at predator wich is basically a B story made into an A movie). Like Neil Marshall said about making Dog Soldiers "I wanted to make a movie about Soldiers with werewolves in it. Not the other way around because that just doesn't work". Set it in space and make it more mature. And definitely wouldn't base the movie around 2 sci-fi monsters fighting the whole time. Leave them in the dark just like the original alien and predator movie and wait for the big showoff until the end of the movie. Also wanted to see a predator hunting humans in a Giger designed jungle. When i ever have the time to write the AvP script i've wanted to do for a long time i will definitely share it with you guys :)
Lately the Alien fan base has been very active and... squirming for the constant supply of new featurettes, trailers and news about Ridley Scott's upcoming Alien Prequel, Prometheus. What are your thoughts based on what you've seen so far, and what are your expectations for the film?I know i shouldn't but my expectations for Prometheus are extremely high and i'm so happy Ridley Scott went with an original idea. The alien movies are the best ever but without Ripley's character it would've been totally different. The xenomorph has been used enough and should get some rest. There is so much more to get excited about and so many more things to explore in the universe. Already got a day off work on the day Prometheus premieres. Going to watch Alien and Aliens with a buddy of mine before we go and see Prometheus ^^
Why, in the vastity of the Internet, did you choose AvPGalaxy? What are your favorite aspects of these forum boards?I used to read the discussions on this board for a while before i became a member. I read all the Straus posts back in the day. The naive kid i was really thought that AvP-r would be a better movie. Damn how wrong was i -_-. When i really became a member was when i really started collecting merchandise. I just love to share it with you guys and see what you guys have and how you present them in your room. Also i really really love to speculate and discuss about the movies, and this board is perfect for that. The community is awesome !
Would you add something to the community?My love for sci-fi shows that always seem to get canceled :( :P
Of all the users that lurk and writhe (kidding, guys, kidding) in this place, who is your favorite and why?That's going to be you Omegazilla :laugh: You're love for movie monsters and stuff is just awesome. You're the biggest creature feature guy on the forum i know and you know how much i love my creature features. And overall you're a nice guy to talk to.
Everyone gets this question at least once in life - what is your favorite curse word?F*ck! definitely F*ck :laugh:
And here comes the one I was waiting for -- you are one of the biggest monster movie fanatics on the boards. Can you tell us how it all started?My parents were always really open minded about horror movies. My mommy always said there were no monsters, but there are ;P No my mom always said as long as i knew it was fake and all acting she was fine with it. Sometimes some movies scared the crap out of me and i couldn't sleep. Stephen King's The night flier for instance. But it really started with Jaws if i remember correctly. I was really young when i first saw that movie and i'm really talking about 3 or 4 years old. I remember that my mom was watching it and i saw a severed hand in a fishing net, what this sick minder child got interested in ofcourse :laugh: So i faked being sick and i could sit with my mom for the rest of the evening pretending i was sleeping. Always had an interest in dinosaurs and when i finally got to see Jurassic Park i almost became obsessed with that movie. Every year i used to get a new Jurassic Park VHS tape because the older one was worn out already. Besides my dad always taped horror and monster movies for me which almost gave my grandma a heart attack sometimes when she was babysitting me because not all horror movies are completely gore and sex free :P But Stan Winston really made my childhood. His monster effects are just amazing. And he is one of the first guys that i didn't knew in real life where i shed a tear for when i heard he died :'(
What makes a Creature Feature great?Two things actually. For starters a good monster design with PRACTICAL effects. Second a good enough story. A lot of monster movies have B story and great monster effects. And i really enjoy those movies because i just love seeing creatures on screen. Sometimes i think the creature is wasted potential because the story wasn't all that great and that is just a shame. So i'm not quite on one line about the quality of the movie. Because i absolutely love the Godzilla 98 movie even though the story is pretty weak. Where the fly has a great story and awesome creature effects. So to be really honest i don't know if i really can give a good answer to this question. For me the most interesting part is good monster makeup and animatronics. But the thing i really do want to get off my chest is that i absolutely hate it when the dvd or bluray doesn't have making of featurette about the creatures :-X
You're also a fan of Sci-fi series like V (2009) and Falling Skies. What about them?Huge fan of V(2009)!!! I'm a sucker for stories that's about war buildups. And V does that so well in my opinion. The whole arrival of the spaceships, and Anna being all kind and stuff. There is a small group of people that are aware of the dangers and are actually trying to do something about it when there is almost no chance of survival for the human race. I just love that part. Feeling so weak and tiny when you still try to win even though there is almost no chance of winning. Just love that.
And for falling skies it is all about the interesting alien designs and good animatronics. The first couple of episodes really tested my anger management skills because some of the characters make such stupid and illogical decisions. But when the story continues i really started to like a lot of things about it. I wouldn't call myself a fan of Falling Skies but i really do like the show.
Thanks for your time and your answers. Last question, just for you -- would you still go after Morena Baccarin if you knew she's a Visitor from Outer Space?Damn you're giving me a hard time here!!! It's almost the same of asking me going after Sil. Because i would almost say that those 30 seconds of intimacy would be worth it :P
We are of peace always
V
Has Vulhala been interviewed yet? If not, would love to see it done! The mans thoughts are like gold!
I sent him questions eons ago. For some reason he's taking forever. Believe me, I've reminded him.
Anyway, I don't think I'm backlogged with interview requests at the moment. Any requests?
Another excellent interview!
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Any requests?
OmegaZilla!
I know I sent him questions quite some time ago and by that I mean 3 months at least.
Zilla, have you answered those yet?
Ehm emh ehm emh
Look! New Prometheus News!
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They... will come. >_>
Alright well then...
In the meantime, I'll see if I track down someone you guys you might like. Stay tuned!
.......I'm kinda liked around here.
Orly?
Atleast...I thought I was. :'( :'( :'(
A interview with Prime would be great!
:)
You ever gettin back in the LIVE, Osiris?
Oh hell yeah bro! I should be online today... if not tomorrow for sure :D
Good. Good. I know for sure I won't be on tomorrow cause of THE AVENGERS!!!!! And, I'm not sure about today either, my dad may or may not stay home. But it is good to see you around here more, and still get on the box. I've missed you, you f**king Raiders fan.
:D yeah bro. I've missed you guys a lot! Gonna be more active from now on. We def have to get some Live parties going like the good old days. Oh and the Chiefs can suck a D**k! :P <3 RAIDER NATION!
:laugh:Definitely, man, def. Well, your Raiders can (Harshe language inside->)
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Suck a frosted covered f**k off my dick!
:laugh: :laugh: Sorry, got that from a movie yesterday. Oh, btdub, I dig your avatar, dude.
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:laugh:Definitely, man, def. Well, your Raiders can (Harshe language inside->) Spoiler
Suck a frosted covered f**k off my dick!
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Burn...In...Hellllll! Rest.In.Peace.....BITCH
and thank you ::)
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Oh, well, since you have me ::) maybe I don't like it....Nah, I kid. I think it looks badass.
Gonna hit you up in a PM so the thread can get back on topic :)
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Good evening/morning (depending on where you are right now) my friends and welcome once again to Inside the Members Studio. Today I have a guest for you whom some of you, I'm sure, are quite familiar with. He's also one of my closer amigos here on Galaxy and it is my great pleasure and distinction to introduce you to Mr. Prime113! Let's hear it!!!!!!!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Gotta be Predator. Predator was the first movie I watched out of our two favorite franchises here. While I was watching it, I was just so immersed into the story. I had seen pictures of the Predator, and thought it was really badass, and the way they slowly revealed him in the movie was perfect, his heat vision, then him looking at dead scorpion, then when we see him flash the yellow eyes at Blain I was so giddy. I would say the only thing I do not like about the movie, is when our heroes attack the camp. SHOOT FROM THE HIP! :laugh: :laugh:
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
My name is Dylan(Like Dillion from Predator ;D) Grace, I'm 20 years old and I live in Oklahoma, land of tornadoes. I'm mostly a very just chilled out and relaxed type of guy, but I do wear my emotions on my sleeve and that can show from time to time. I'm a big sports fan, especially American Football. I played when I was younger. We were called the Stillwater Golden Eagles, and I played on the offensive line. As of now, I am un-employed. My main goal in life, as many of you may know, is to become a writer/director.
How did you come up with your username?
My first username was Spartan113. I came up with that when I was about 12-13 because of my adoration of the Halo franchise. Master Chief is Spartan117, and in my imagination, the higher the Spartan number, the better you were. So I called myself Spartan113, cause I was almost as good as the Chief. Then, about a year ago, I had to make a new Xbox Live account, so I called myself Prime113, combining Optimus Prime, and Spartan113. To avoid confusion, I changed my name on here as well.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Absolutely it has. There franchises are what got me into Sci-Fi, and that has become my main writing genre. When I create creatures for my script, I always compare them to that of the Predator or Alien, if they are not somewhat as terrifying as those, I need to do some work.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The greatness of them. I mean, the Predator creature is just so awesome! The films never get old to me because of how much I love the creature. With the Alien, which don't get me wrong is freaking amazing, I feel with Aliens, the creature itself got diminished. Everything about it in Alien was....Alien, and then Cameron turned them into bugs, BUT, actually, AlienS is my second favorite movie in the franchise...I love meh action!
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Ehhh. It definitely went down hill for awhile. I know I'm one of the few who actually likes both AVP movies, but I fell as though both of them were just $$$$$ grabs. But, since Predators and now Prometheus, the stock has definitely risen again.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The people, man. Without a doubt. There are so many awesome people here. I do enjoy a good discussion about the movies, but Rec Area is my home. If you're in need of a person to talk to about some life problems, there is always someone here to who's willing to let you bend their ear. If you need a laugh, there some just downright hilarious people here.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Hmmm. I can't really think of one. It would really be an addition to the Galaxy, but I would love to set up some type of meeting place for, like, a weekend or something. Very hard to accomplish, but I think it would be amazing to meet everybody from here.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
I can't choose just one. Ghost Rider and I have been friends since about October, but he's been absent for so long! I mean, I love the hell out of SpaceSweeper, coolbreeze, Vakarian, Vulhala, RagingDragoon, DoomRulz...and pretty much everybody that I've gotten to know from Xbox Live. As I said, I love all the people here!
What is your favourite curse word?
Gotta be f**k. It's just so handy. You can really use it at anytime, and have it make sense. BUT, my favorite word to hear, especially when said with an accent, is c**t. When I hear Vakarian or Vulhala say it, I always :laugh: Just cracks me up so much.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
That all the sacrifices that I've made will be rewarded, by letting me spend eternity in Heaven with my family.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
WHOO! WHOO! WHOO! WHOO! I'm so psyched for Prometheus. So far, I love everything about it. I mean, I was hooked from the start when Ridley Scott announced he was directing...he my hero, for those who don't know. And, also, the cast is just wonderful. Michael Fassbender, Guy Pearce and Idris Elba are three of my favorite actors, and I'm just hoping they get a good amount of screen time. The CGI, which I know a lot of people seemed to be worried about, looks fantastic so far. Prometheus itself looks absolutely stunning. The only bad or negative thing I could say about it, is I wish there were gonna be our beloved Xenomorphs in it.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Yes, I believe the films have been wasted. You're combining two of the biggest creature franchises and...that's what we get? An AvP film film could be absolutely amazing. I think they need to improve on the choice of writers and directors, first. Get someone with real passion and a real vision in there. With Anderson, the only thing he did was slo-mo, not a big fan of slo-mo. Then, show us a good amount of, you know, the Predator hunting the Aliens. There could be some excellent and tense scenes of a Predator stalking an Alien, then vice versa...like a game of cat and mouse. Then, we need to get some actors in there who are just T.V stars, but some actual film actors.
When I was still looking for a script co-writer, I was told you had written an AvP script. Whatever happened with that?
Ah, yes. Actually, Vulhala was mistaken, or maybe he was a little trashed, I don't know. :laugh: I wrote a sequel to Predators, called Predators: Blood War. What's it doing? Sitting on my hard drive collecting data dust. After some harsh, real life facts were dropped on me, I realized that it would be nigh impossible to get anyone who mattered even just a little bit to read it, let alone FOX or Robert Rodriguez. I still believe that it is the best screenplay I have written. I poured my heart and soul into that thing. The characters, the story, the action..Gah, I wish I was about 10 years older and in the business, I think the majority of the fans here would love it.
You said you love cooking. Will you turn that into a career? Maybe you could be the next Gordon Ramsay!
I do love cooking. Actually, when I was a freshman in high-school, that was my biggest aspiration. I just loved putting smiles on peoples faces with it.....Then came sophomore year and that's when I realized my true passion of writing/directing. I still cook almost every night, and still love putting smiles on peoples faces. If anybody wants to visit, I'll hook you uuuuup! :D
Is your little brother still the main cause of you leaving XBL these days?
:laugh: :laugh: Yes. I usually try and spare you guys the epic trolling he will do if I try and play it when he gets home from school.
Metallica or Megadeth?
Metallica! I could never really get into Megadeath. with Metallica, there's just everything going for them - Amazing guitar ( Hammet is one of my favorite guitarists.) Great drums and great vocals. And, in there first 3 albums, the Bass was amazing. R.I.P Cliff Burton
Halo or Call of Duty?
Halo! It's my all time favorite game series, has one of my favorite heroes and villians, amazing story....just, an amazing series....Though, as of now, I prefer CoD's multiplayer. But, when H4 is released....Yeah, I'll be all over that.
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 05, 2012, 04:20:02 AM
Metallica! I could never really get into Megadeath. with Metallica, there's just everything going for them - Amazing guitar ( Hammet is one of my favorite guitarists.) Great drums and great vocals. And, in there first 3 albums, the Bass was amazing. R.I.P Cliff Burton
f**k. Yes.
Excellent interview, Prime.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on May 06, 2012, 03:51:16 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 05, 2012, 04:20:02 AM
Metallica! I could never really get into Megadeath. with Metallica, there's just everything going for them - Amazing guitar ( Hammet is one of my favorite guitarists.) Great drums and great vocals. And, in there first 3 albums, the Bass was amazing. R.I.P Cliff Burton
f**k. Yes.
Bro-fist!
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on May 06, 2012, 04:46:01 PM
Excellent interview, Prime.
Thanks, buddy. I think I should have spell checked it, though! :laugh:
Quote from: OmegaZilla on May 06, 2012, 03:51:16 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 05, 2012, 04:20:02 AM
Metallica! I could never really get into Megadeath. with Metallica, there's just everything going for them - Amazing guitar ( Hammet is one of my favorite guitarists.) Great drums and great vocals. And, in there first 3 albums, the Bass was amazing. R.I.P Cliff Burton
f**k. Yes.
Gotta give you props for recognizing the awesomeness that is Cliff Burton. I wouldn't suggest metalheads don't know the guy, but sometimes I wonder how Metallica would be different had he not passed away.
Oh yes. Yes he was. I wonder the same as well -- perhaps we could now listen to more songs like Call of Ktulu or The Thing that should not Be. Always had the impression that the band did All Nightmare Long as an homage to him.
So back to the thread, I do have someone special in mind for the next interview. I think you'll all be pleasantly surprised ;)
this is actually really fun to read
Prime I am heartbroken that you didn't include me in the list of people you love. After all those good times on LIVE..
Yardsticks..
Quote from: MudButt on May 07, 2012, 07:40:44 AM
Prime I am heartbroken that you didn't include me in the list of people you love. After all those good times on LIVE..
Yardsticks..
:'( I'm so sorry, man. I will never forgive myself for what I've done. :'(
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 07, 2012, 02:08:01 AM
So back to the thread, I do have someone special in mind for the next interview. I think you'll all be pleasantly surprised ;)
Can't wait!
And in the meantime, Omega, how are those questions coming? ;)
Confront him with the threat of The Great Old One's return. Maybe that'll get his attention.
I wouldn't mind being questioned. I've got nothing too hide ;D
Send me ideas for personal questions then. For future reference: anyone who wants to be interviewed, that's your first step.
How about announcing who will be interviewed, and maybe get a few questions that other members might like to ask the member being interviewed, along with questions that the interviewer would normally ask.
The standard questions are everything up to "Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept?". Everything after that is personalised. Either I get them myself, or I announce the name publicly and people submit questions to me.
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 10, 2012, 06:17:02 PM
How about announcing who will be interviewed, and maybe get a few questions that other members might like to ask the member being interviewed, along with questions that the interviewer would normally ask.
Das is good idea.
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 13, 2012, 01:05:30 AM
The standard questions are everything up to "Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept?". Everything after that is personalised. Either I get them myself, or I announce the name publicly and people submit questions to me.
Well just announce it publicly, have people submit questions to you, you choose which are worthy to be asked or something like that, and then...done.
I'm open to name suggestions; always have been. Anyone you want to see interviewed?
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 14, 2012, 12:58:03 AM
I'm open to name suggestions; always have been. Anyone you want to see interviewed?
I'm really going to have to check the entire thread out to make sure I don't repeat anyone, but I might as well say something right now.
Uh...
Firstblood
SharpSticks
Predator Queen
...uh...not going to name anymore right now, I'll just go have a look at the whole thread in a bit, I guess choose whichever one who is closer to the top of that very short list that hasn't been interviewed yet, or you know, I guess I'm available, I did just recently announce my full and official return just minutes ago.
Predator Queen and First Blood have been done, amigo. Sharp Sticks is good game though.
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 14, 2012, 02:25:58 AM
Predator Queen and First Blood have been done, amigo. Sharp Sticks is good game though.
Make it happen! :o
SHARPSTICKS!!!!!!!!!!
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Then go ahead and send me some personalised questions you may have :)
I will send you some tomorrow, need to compile a small list of stuff I REALLY want to know later.
EDIT
Sent some minutes before midnight, so I hope nearly all of my questions get asked.
Now someone else go ask some questions, I would hate it for most of those questions to just be me.
Yup yup, I received them. I'll put a list together later. Work beckons in the meantime, ugh...
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 14, 2012, 04:49:40 PM
Yup yup, I received them. I'll put a list together later. Work beckons in the meantime, ugh...
Cool beans, can't wait.
Only I can summon the Sharp Sticks. >:3
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2012, 10:16:27 PM
Only I can summon the Sharp Sticks. >:3
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2012, 10:16:27 PM
Only I can summon the Sharp Sticks. >:3
You and any other guy in the woods with a pencil sharpener.
Nobody can sharpen dem sticks like, me, bebeh. ;3
Spoiler
Except Bat Chain Puller and Bad Replicant, them too.
Nah, monkeys have been doing it for years. :P
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on May 14, 2012, 10:22:31 PM
Nah, monkeys have been doing it for years. :P
You sound jelly bro.
Bro, you jelly?
Nah bro, no jelly here. My mouth be all dry from dat peanut butter, though.
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 14, 2012, 03:16:45 AM
SHARPSTICKS!!!!!!!!!!
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p30/ShadowPred/Gifs/himym2x0911.gif
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfrWchX5rAU# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfrWchX5rAU#)
WHAT HAVE I DONE??!!!
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on May 14, 2012, 10:29:06 PM
Nah bro, no jelly here. My mouth be all dry from dat peanut butter, though.
Bhahahhahaha.
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 14, 2012, 10:38:57 PM
Quote from: Sharp Sticks on May 14, 2012, 10:38:20 PM
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 14, 2012, 03:16:45 AM
SHARPSTICKS!!!!!!!!!!
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p30/ShadowPred/Gifs/himym2x0911.gif
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfrWchX5rAU# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfrWchX5rAU#)
WHAT HAVE I DONE??!!!
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2012, 10:44:04 PM
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 14, 2012, 10:38:57 PM
Quote from: Sharp Sticks on May 14, 2012, 10:38:20 PM
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 14, 2012, 03:16:45 AM
SHARPSTICKS!!!!!!!!!!
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p30/ShadowPred/Gifs/himym2x0911.gif
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfrWchX5rAU# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfrWchX5rAU#)
WHAT HAVE I DONE??!!!
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You people have no idea how much I want you to interview me.
I should go and compile a list of questions, random ones, and just pick those out for every other member, I want to start have my questions asked from now on.
Quote from: RazorSlash on May 14, 2012, 11:09:00 PM
You people have no idea how much I want you to interview me.
You know the drill ;)
Actually, I kinda don't.
Been a while since I've even seen this thread, kinda forget pretty much everything :laugh:
Send me some ideas for some questions you think would be appropriate to ask you. Aside form being a Spidey fan, lol.
Every question must relate to Spider-Man?
SURE!
Spoiler
no but seriously, I'll send you some questions later.
Spoiler tag wasn't spoilery!
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 16, 2012, 07:46:32 AM
Spoiler tag wasn't spoilery!
Spoiler
They need to be?
Quote from: OmegaZilla on May 16, 2012, 05:39:50 PM
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 16, 2012, 07:46:32 AM
Spoiler tag wasn't spoilery!
Spoiler
They need to be?
I always expect them to be, I just needed to finally vent after all these years of many of them not containing spoilers.
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WELCOME back, everybody to Inside The Members Studio! I'm Space Sweeper, and I'll be your host for tonight (I don't care whether it's day or note), so sit back, relax, and prepare to let this sexy interview flow over you and make you tingle in all the right places.
TONIGHT we have with us, a guest best known for Zooey Deschanel GIFs, avatars, and signatures, long-time membership, contstant , site veteran, and one of my oldest nigguss on the site, ShadowPred!
First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?I would have to say Predator. Aliens is a very close second, but Predator is my favorite ever since I saw it in 1994, and since it introduced me to Sci-Fi movies. It was also the first time I saw Arnold Schwarzenegger in action, and from there I pretty much watched everything he was in. Everything about Predator was amazing, I loved the Predator's design, I loved the setting, the action was awesome, I really enjoyed the actors and what they brought to each of the character's. It's a film that has been a part of me for a long time and it's something I won't ever forget.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' Well I am a 22 year old man-child, I live with my family in a two bedroom apartment, I am the middle child (naturally), I have Mexican blood in me, so obviously I am bi-lingual and I am currently attending college with no luck in finding a job, although interviews are more frequent, but actually getting the job is another story. I'm a self proclaimed geek, an amateur writer who can't write for shit, I do lots of drawing and have been doing so since the 5th grade. I'm a fan of film, any genre suits me as long as the movie is good, but I am a huge fan of anything Sci-Fi. I enjoy my tv, and I am a loyal friend, so I am true to my word, kind, reliable, whatever you see is what you get, and yes, I do portray myself here on this forum as I do outside of it.
I used to be an avid video game player, I don't think there was a moment back in my elementary, and junior high years where I wasn't an expert at them in regards to how to play this game, where you have to go, cheat codes, when will this game out, what games are going to come out, etc. Nowadays I am just a casual video game player, not as crazy I used to be, but I still get glued to the couch whenever I play any video games that are really good. As I said earlier I draw. Currently trying to get my major in Art - Illustration, thinking about double majoring in Graphic Design as well. So yeah, although I don't show any of my drawings on this forum, I do draw, A LOT.
How did you come up with your username? Combination of two sexy sounding words? Drunk night? "I was young"?This one is going to be short. I came up with it a long time ago, back when I was lurking the forum in 2003 to 2004. I finally decided to register after wanting to actually discuss my thoughts on the upcoming AvP film, so I searched around for a username. I came across a member known as Shadow, I digged the name, and seeing as how I was (and still is) a Predator fan, I went ahead and mixed the two, so I got ShadowPred out of it, and I've been stuck with it ever since, and I can't see myself not ever having that username, unless of course you do some digging and find out that I called myself Joker during the time where The Dark Knight was being hyped up.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?I'll assume this is a follow up to the first question, so I'll go ahead and say yes, Predator did in fact influence me. After seeing that film, I became a major fan of Science Fiction and went ahead and saw other films of the genre. I saw Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Predator 2, Alien, Aliens, and Alien 3. All in that same year. Predator made me a fan of Arnold, so I saw his other films during 1994, ended up becoming an Action movie fan, I saw the film Junior the following year on VHS and I became a fan of comedy, you can see where this is going. Predator made me branch out into different directions in regards to film, I became a fan of Sci-Fi, Action, Comedy, Thriller, Horror, Suspense, Mystery, and a few other genres in just a year or two.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises (well, eh, most of them); What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Well I have currently said that I don't come here for my love of the franchises anymore, but what still keeps me interested in the films, and still currently a fan of them, is that they are a huge part of my childhood. I keep saying that 1994 is the year I saw Predator and all that, and that's because that's the year where so much happened in my life, and where most of my memories of my childhood are from. I loved the crap out of the Predator, and Alien movie franchises, and I still am. The movies are also absolutely amazing, which goes without saying, and maybe except for a few, but I know that we can all agree that all the films are better than what came after them. And they are still fun to watch, I watch all of them whenever they show up on tv, and on whatever language, and I still do pop in the dvd of the films that I own, although I do find it shocking that I don't own any of the Alien movies, at all, but that's a work in progress.
What are your thoughts on how the each series (and that unfortunate binding of them) has developed over the years?Well I can't really say much about AvP( the games are good though), because we all know that it was before Alien 3, and I think possibly before Predator 2, that Alien and Predator were fused into a single universe when the the first comic book depicting them together was shown. I can't comment on the comics, since I completely missed out on them. Although I was introduced to comics at an early age, in no way did I ever buy them, too poor to do so. So I can't say anything on that, but I guess I can talk about the two AvP films...here we go once again.
AvP, to me, is a movie with wasted potential. Anderson got the job done, in that he did a film where we got to see both Sci-Fi creatures on screen together. That's about it, we all wanted to see this movie, we were all excited for it, we were beyond hopeful. In the end, mostly everyone hated this movie, myself included, I hated it for really stupid fan-boy reasons, and as I grew older I hated it for how it veered off from what made the Predator and Alien special to all of us.
AvPR is a film that to this day I like, my bias for the Predator is too great for me to not like it. Having said that, I understand why this film is also hated, and I still have my own dislikes as well, the biggest problems for me would have to be the Predator pistol, and the Power glove, two major problems out of many that I have with this film. I will point out that this movie had more mixed reactions than AvP, the majority just hate the first one, it's hard pressed to find anyone that liked it. Not sure how that applies to today, but back when AvPR was released, the mixed reactions were pretty clear to me.
Now on to the singular franchises themselves.
Predators -
I honestly didn't see how this movie wasn't going to get made. After seeing AvPR I was convinced that the Predator movies would continue on. When Predators was announced, I was happy, a lot of us were. Most of us read the script to RR's original script, and although I was happy with the announcement of Predators, I couldn't help but feel worried that they would have gone with RR's original script. I wasn't wrong, although it's not the same script, a lot of the elements from it made it to the film. Before the film even came out, a 1st or 2nd draft was released on the internets, I read it, I bet we all did, and I didn't like what I read, biggest problem for me was how one of the supa predators, I believe it was BSP, deflected the bullets from the mini-gun with its shoulder cannon that somehow also turned into a mini-gun, and that plasma mini-gun somehow deflected the bullets with its own bullets...it...it was stupid, no way that you can calculate where every single on of those bullets would go AFTER it started to fire, there would be no time to activate the shoulder cannon- turn it into a mini-gun, analyze the situation, and then act in the way it did.
Predators finally came out, and once again we had a mixed reaction. Once again I enjoyed what I saw, once again I begin to ask if it has to do with my bias for Predator, I don't know. Maybe in a few years I'll watch all the films again, and see how I react to them. I am happy that we finally got our Predator 3 after all these years.
Prometheus -
I honestly didn't think that the alien franchise would continue, especially after the bastardization of the Alien franchise in AvPR, but I believe it's a bit unfair to say this movie as being a part of the alien franchise, although a lot of elements are pretty clear in showing that this is a prequel, and in the same universe, I do want this to be stand alone, so I'll say that I am glad that we are getting another part of the story being told, it's been a long time coming, and I don't doubt that this film will be loved by all of us, I can't see how it could fail at this point.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most? Anything that really hooks you to the site? At least 75% of the people that've answered this question so far have said "the members" or some variation-- you gonna break the mold?I've said it before in the forum, so I'll say it here too. What I enjoy the most is the members, sorry for not breaking the mold, but I can't be that person ;D I came to this site because of my love for the films, over the years I have let myself not get too hyped up, and I think that that is pretty clear when it comes to seeing how much I have discussed the recent AvP game, A:CM, and the film Prometheus, although I did leave for a year due to computer problems in regards to the latter.
My love for the community has kept me here, I will even say that if you never came along, I definitely wouldn't be here, because I will dare say that all the fun that is in the recreational board is after you influenced me to just have fun on this site, and lots of others joined in as well (in just being awesome always), it's hard pressed to see anyone who frequents the recreational board who isn't having the time of their life in hilarious and random conversations, we even take that hilarity to other boards whenever we click on them. So yeah, the members have kept me here, I enjoy the hilarity that always ensues, I love how we do show that we care for one another despite just being a username and text on a screen. All in all we are all here because of the community, without having someone to talk to that enjoys the Alien, and Predator franchise, we wouldn't be here, and wouldn't have branched out to other parts of the forum.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?A better search button.
Who is your favourite board member and why? f**k, it's mastermoon, isn't it.Who have I said has always been the coolest member on this forum? There's your answer Sweeps. Your energy and creativity (when you did that whole thing with the evil version of you years back) really made you stand out, and I became a fan, simple as that.
Now we all know that you're a massive fan of various forms of music, it's no secret, and this question was bound to be asked: If you could boil down a list of your all-time favorite artists to three (and why), who would they be?The Cure
The Kills
Joy DivisionThe Cure I love the most, and is my all time fave, because their music is such a sweet blend of joy and sorrow, it's hard pressed for me not to try and find out why I love a song, I sometimes see the sadness in it, and sometimes I see the joy in it, and It's amazing how whenever I am sad, happy, or angry, I always can relate to any one song that I end up playing. Even my personal text is a quote from The Cure's front man Robert Smith, and I tend to f**king agree with him every single time.
The Kills are a very close second, they are so close that I almost tend to put them at the number one spot. I was first introduced to them when I was watching Late Night with Jools Holland, and I liked what I saw. The Kills energy on stage is absolutely amazing, they PERFORM on stage, it's not just music that is being heard. The sexual tension that I and a lot of people see is something that I think really is a big part in why I like this band so much. Their songs are just awesome, and are just too good to pass up. Thankfully I bought tickets to see them this August.
Joy Division, god, how f**king sad a lot of these songs are. Great band, with great energy. All four members were just amazing when put together. Individually I can't say they would be good at all, but together it's like seeing magic happen. The bass is in your face awesome, and is a big reason why I love this band, I am fan of bass, never touched one though, but if there was one instrument I would like to learn and to master, it would be the bass, in all it's forms.
What is your favourite curse word? It can't be mothershitf**k. I already picked that one.Damn, I hardly ever think of what curse word I use the most, let alone which is my favorite one. I do love using the word f**k, or f**king, so I guess the F-word is my fave to use, it's a f**king classic anyway. Hell, I flipped a kid off with my middle finger during kindergarten. I guess it is my fave word to use verbally and non-verbally.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Well seeing as how I would have to enter past the pearly gates (after telling St. Peter that the meaning of life is that "Every rose has it's thorn, just like every night has it's dawn.") to even speak with god, I would say: "So that's what you look like. Cool."
Shit man, you've been away for a while! I mean, you've been here on and off a bit, so it hasn't been absolute torture with you showing up a couple times a month, but you must've had quite a lot going on in your life without the inclusion of Galaxy to block you from your full potential (as it does to so, so many of us ;)); anything you've been into lately?Well lately I did get back into video games. I've been looking up what big news has been released so far, and what I should be expecting. So I'm getting my training wheels out, because I haven't been so into this in a long while.
I also have been watching a lot of more Let's Play videos on youtube (xbox has youtube, yay!), and a lot of other commentaries, I am currently a huge fan of Robbaz right now, and I recommend you and everyone else to watch his game commentaries and Let's Plays'.
Have you gotten the message from Hermes that Prometheus is gonna be the shit yet? What are your thoughts on the movie so far? I understand you've kept yourself in the dark during your absence.I haven't yet. >:(
My thoughts on the movie are very much positive, just about everything about this movie makes me happy, I want this movie to succeed, and I bet it will. The soundtrack is something that I enjoyed listening to, and just adds to my positive outlook on it. We all have our theories on what is happening, or what will happen, and I believe most of what I think has already been said by other fans, and are probably much better.
As you've mentioned before numerous times, you draw in your spare time; unfortunately, we haven't seen much of this yet to much of an extent-- any plans for the future? What kind of things do you often find yourself drawing, if there's a pattern in there?Yeah, the reason why no one has ever seen anything, except for that one Predator drawing I did back in Jan. 2007, is because I don't have a scanner. If I had one, I would definitely be making complete drawings and posting them up.
My plans for the future is to get my gesture drawings to the point where I can draw just about any position that the human body can possibly do. I will want to move on to drawing animals, because I have never tried my hand at it in a serious manner, so that's the next step. Also I am still trying to find out what style best fits for me, what I am currently seeing is that it's a bit of a mix of a cartoonish and photo-realistc style. So I think I am nearly finding out what best works for me.
Right now I am currently doing drawings of my characters for my planned web-comic The Empowered. Just doing sketches of what the characters look like, and will look like later on as the story progresses. So I am doing a few of these concept sketches, gesture drawings, life-drawings as well since I am currently doing drawings at school from live nude models, which is getting a bit repetitive at this point to be honest, but it's very much necessary if I even want to get anywhere with my skill set.
On a similar topic, and going back to 'spare time', have you utilized your time away from AvP Galaxy to develop you artistic skills or a particular style you feel comforable in?Well as I've said about I am currently doing live drawings of nude models, and that is definitely helping a lot when dealing with proportion, scale, how the human looks when its doing a certain gesture, I can definitely say that my drawings have gotten much better in a short amount of time. My style of drawing is still in the photorealistic and cartoonish stages. Now I didn't make this clear before, but when I talk about my style of drawing, I am only referring to when I draw the human figure, everything else is pretty much easy to do photo-realistcally, buildings, fruit, cars, etc. Although there are a few exceptions.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?I see it as wasted potential, as stated before, I can't comment on any of the comic books, but the films really don't do the concept justice, the only thing that comes close to doing it justice that I have experienced is the first two AvP games. That's good shit right there. Everything that made the films special, in the matter of mystery, suspense, pacing, characters, etc. It's all there, or at least I tend to see that.
I'll stop talking soon, I promise, but I've gotta ask... what makes that lovely Zooey Deschanel so irresistable to you?The way her personality just comes out as bubbly. That's the only word I can use that describes her to me. She's so jubilant, and a lot of the characters she plays are jubilant. It's fun to watch, and those gifs are just amazing. She can also act as well, so for those who are naysayers, just go watch her earlier stuff, and the rest of the independent films she's been a part of. Not saying that she doesn't do any bit of acting right now in the last few years, just saying that's she way more than just a pretty face. A successful musician and actress, and what I perceive to be a fun personality, it's hard to resist her awesomeness.
Rainbows and Butterflies. ;)
I totally agree (written before answer recieved, hopefully he didn't respond by calling me an assbackwards-idiot). Last question, mah boy: Crack cocaine or AvP Galaxy?Cocainum!
Although that's what both are anyway.
I totally agree (same deal, hopefully he said cocaine).
Special thanks to our guest ShadowPred for taking the time to answer my burning questions, and a love-filled thanks to you, the sexy, beautiful audience for tuning in!
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WELCOME back, everybody to Inside The Members Studio! I'm Space Sweeper, and I'll be your host for tonight (I don't care whether it's day or note), so sit back, relax, and prepare to let this sexy interview flow over you and make you tingle in all the right places.
TONIGHT we have with us, a guest best known for Zooey Deschanel GIFs, avatars, and signatures, long-time membership, contstant , site veteran, and one of my oldest nigguss on the site, ShadowPred!
First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I would have to say Predator. Aliens is a very close second, but Predator is my favorite ever since I saw it in 1994, and since it introduced me to Sci-Fi movies. It was also the first time I saw Arnold Schwarzenegger in action, and from there I pretty much watched everything he was in. Everything about Predator was amazing, I loved the Predator's design, I loved the setting, the action was awesome, I really enjoyed the actors and what they brought to each of the character's. It's a film that has been a part of me for a long time and it's something I won't ever forget.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well I am a 22 year old man-child, I live with my family in a two bedroom apartment, I am the middle child (naturally), I have Mexican blood in me, so obviously I am bi-lingual and I am currently attending college with no luck in finding a job, although interviews are more frequent, but actually getting the job is another story. I'm a self proclaimed geek, an amateur writer who can't write for shit, I do lots of drawing and have been doing so since the 5th grade. I'm a fan of film, any genre suits me as long as the movie is good, but I am a huge fan of anything Sci-Fi. I enjoy my tv, and I am a loyal friend, so I am true to my word, kind, reliable, whatever you see is what you get, and yes, I do portray myself here on this forum as I do outside of it.
I used to be an avid video game player, I don't think there was a moment back in my elementary, and junior high years where I wasn't an expert at them in regards to how to play this game, where you have to go, cheat codes, when will this game out, what games are going to come out, etc. Nowadays I am just a casual video game player, not as crazy I used to be, but I still get glued to the couch whenever I play any video games that are really good. As I said earlier I draw. Currently trying to get my major in Art - Illustration, thinking about double majoring in Graphic Design as well. So yeah, although I don't show any of my drawings on this forum, I do draw, A LOT.
How did you come up with your username? Combination of two sexy sounding words? Drunk night? "I was young"?
This one is going to be short. I came up with it a long time ago, back when I was lurking the forum in 2003 to 2004. I finally decided to register after wanting to actually discuss my thoughts on the upcoming AvP film, so I searched around for a username. I came across a member known as Shadow, I digged the name, and seeing as how I was (and still is) a Predator fan, I went ahead and mixed the two, so I got ShadowPred out of it, and I've been stuck with it ever since, and I can't see myself not ever having that username, unless of course you do some digging and find out that I called myself Joker during the time where The Dark Knight was being hyped up.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
I'll assume this is a follow up to the first question, so I'll go ahead and say yes, Predator did in fact influence me. After seeing that film, I became a major fan of Science Fiction and went ahead and saw other films of the genre. I saw Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Predator 2, Alien, Aliens, and Alien 3. All in that same year. Predator made me a fan of Arnold, so I saw his other films during 1994, ended up becoming an Action movie fan, I saw the film Junior the following year on VHS and I became a fan of comedy, you can see where this is going. Predator made me branch out into different directions in regards to film, I became a fan of Sci-Fi, Action, Comedy, Thriller, Horror, Suspense, Mystery, and a few other genres in just a year or two.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises (well, eh, most of them); What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Well I have currently said that I don't come here for my love of the franchises anymore, but what still keeps me interested in the films, and still currently a fan of them, is that they are a huge part of my childhood. I keep saying that 1994 is the year I saw Predator and all that, and that's because that's the year where so much happened in my life, and where most of my memories of my childhood are from. I loved the crap out of the Predator, and Alien movie franchises, and I still am. The movies are also absolutely amazing, which goes without saying, and maybe except for a few, but I know that we can all agree that all the films are better than what came after them. And they are still fun to watch, I watch all of them whenever they show up on tv, and on whatever language, and I still do pop in the dvd of the films that I own, although I do find it shocking that I don't own any of the Alien movies, at all, but that's a work in progress.
What are your thoughts on how the each series (and that unfortunate binding of them) has developed over the years?
Well I can't really say much about AvP( the games are good though), because we all know that it was before Alien 3, and I think possibly before Predator 2, that Alien and Predator were fused into a single universe when the the first comic book depicting them together was shown. I can't comment on the comics, since I completely missed out on them. Although I was introduced to comics at an early age, in no way did I ever buy them, too poor to do so. So I can't say anything on that, but I guess I can talk about the two AvP films...here we go once again.
AvP, to me, is a movie with wasted potential. Anderson got the job done, in that he did a film where we got to see both Sci-Fi creatures on screen together. That's about it, we all wanted to see this movie, we were all excited for it, we were beyond hopeful. In the end, mostly everyone hated this movie, myself included, I hated it for really stupid fan-boy reasons, and as I grew older I hated it for how it veered off from what made the Predator and Alien special to all of us.
AvPR is a film that to this day I like, my bias for the Predator is too great for me to not like it. Having said that, I understand why this film is also hated, and I still have my own dislikes as well, the biggest problems for me would have to be the Predator pistol, and the Power glove, two major problems out of many that I have with this film. I will point out that this movie had more mixed reactions than AvP, the majority just hate the first one, it's hard pressed to find anyone that liked it. Not sure how that applies to today, but back when AvPR was released, the mixed reactions were pretty clear to me.
Now on to the singular franchises themselves.
Predators -
I honestly didn't see how this movie wasn't going to get made. After seeing AvPR I was convinced that the Predator movies would continue on. When Predators was announced, I was happy, a lot of us were. Most of us read the script to RR's original script, and although I was happy with the announcement of Predators, I couldn't help but feel worried that they would have gone with RR's original script. I wasn't wrong, although it's not the same script, a lot of the elements from it made it to the film. Before the film even came out, a 1st or 2nd draft was released on the internets, I read it, I bet we all did, and I didn't like what I read, biggest problem for me was how one of the supa predators, I believe it was BSP, deflected the bullets from the mini-gun with its shoulder cannon that somehow also turned into a mini-gun, and that plasma mini-gun somehow deflected the bullets with its own bullets...it...it was stupid, no way that you can calculate where every single on of those bullets would go AFTER it started to fire, there would be no time to activate the shoulder cannon- turn it into a mini-gun, analyze the situation, and then act in the way it did.
Predators finally came out, and once again we had a mixed reaction. Once again I enjoyed what I saw, once again I begin to ask if it has to do with my bias for Predator, I don't know. Maybe in a few years I'll watch all the films again, and see how I react to them. I am happy that we finally got our Predator 3 after all these years.
Prometheus -
I honestly didn't think that the alien franchise would continue, especially after the bastardization of the Alien franchise in AvPR, but I believe it's a bit unfair to say this movie as being a part of the alien franchise, although a lot of elements are pretty clear in showing that this is a prequel, and in the same universe, I do want this to be stand alone, so I'll say that I am glad that we are getting another part of the story being told, it's been a long time coming, and I don't doubt that this film will be loved by all of us, I can't see how it could fail at this point.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most? Anything that really hooks you to the site? At least 75% of the people that've answered this question so far have said "the members" or some variation-- you gonna break the mold?
I've said it before in the forum, so I'll say it here too. What I enjoy the most is the members, sorry for not breaking the mold, but I can't be that person ;D I came to this site because of my love for the films, over the years I have let myself not get too hyped up, and I think that that is pretty clear when it comes to seeing how much I have discussed the recent AvP game, A:CM, and the film Prometheus, although I did leave for a year due to computer problems in regards to the latter.
My love for the community has kept me here, I will even say that if you never came along, I definitely wouldn't be here, because I will dare say that all the fun that is in the recreational board is after you influenced me to just have fun on this site, and lots of others joined in as well (in just being awesome always), it's hard pressed to see anyone who frequents the recreational board who isn't having the time of their life in hilarious and random conversations, we even take that hilarity to other boards whenever we click on them. So yeah, the members have kept me here, I enjoy the hilarity that always ensues, I love how we do show that we care for one another despite just being a username and text on a screen. All in all we are all here because of the community, without having someone to talk to that enjoys the Alien, and Predator franchise, we wouldn't be here, and wouldn't have branched out to other parts of the forum.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
A better search button.
Who is your favourite board member and why? f**k, it's mastermoon, isn't it.
Who have I said has always been the coolest member on this forum? There's your answer Sweeps. Your energy and creativity (when you did that whole thing with the evil version of you years back) really made you stand out, and I became a fan, simple as that.
Now we all know that you're a massive fan of various forms of music, it's no secret, and this question was bound to be asked: If you could boil down a list of your all-time favorite artists to three (and why), who would they be?
The Cure
The Kills
Joy Division
The Cure I love the most, and is my all time fave, because their music is such a sweet blend of joy and sorrow, it's hard pressed for me not to try and find out why I love a song, I sometimes see the sadness in it, and sometimes I see the joy in it, and It's amazing how whenever I am sad, happy, or angry, I always can relate to any one song that I end up playing. Even my personal text is a quote from The Cure's front man Robert Smith, and I tend to f**king agree with him every single time.
The Kills are a very close second, they are so close that I almost tend to put them at the number one spot. I was first introduced to them when I was watching Late Night with Jools Holland, and I liked what I saw. The Kills energy on stage is absolutely amazing, they PERFORM on stage, it's not just music that is being heard. The sexual tension that I and a lot of people see is something that I think really is a big part in why I like this band so much. Their songs are just awesome, and are just too good to pass up. Thankfully I bought tickets to see them this August.
Joy Division, god, how f**king sad a lot of these songs are. Great band, with great energy. All four members were just amazing when put together. Individually I can't say they would be good at all, but together it's like seeing magic happen. The bass is in your face awesome, and is a big reason why I love this band, I am fan of bass, never touched one though, but if there was one instrument I would like to learn and to master, it would be the bass, in all it's forms.
What is your favourite curse word? It can't be mothershitf**k. I already picked that one.
Damn, I hardly ever think of what curse word I use the most, let alone which is my favorite one. I do love using the word f**k, or f**king, so I guess the F-word is my fave to use, it's a f**king classic anyway. Hell, I flipped a kid off with my middle finger during kindergarten. I guess it is my fave word to use verbally and non-verbally.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Well seeing as how I would have to enter past the pearly gates (after telling St. Peter that the meaning of life is that "Every rose has it's thorn, just like every night has it's dawn.") to even speak with god, I would say: "So that's what you look like. Cool."
Shit man, you've been away for a while! I mean, you've been here on and off a bit, so it hasn't been absolute torture with you showing up a couple times a month, but you must've had quite a lot going on in your life without the inclusion of Galaxy to block you from your full potential (as it does to so, so many of us ;)); anything you've been into lately?
Well lately I did get back into video games. I've been looking up what big news has been released so far, and what I should be expecting. So I'm getting my training wheels out, because I haven't been so into this in a long while.
I also have been watching a lot of more Let's Play videos on youtube (xbox has youtube, yay!), and a lot of other commentaries, I am currently a huge fan of Robbaz right now, and I recommend you and everyone else to watch his game commentaries and Let's Plays'.
Have you gotten the message from Hermes that Prometheus is gonna be the shit yet? What are your thoughts on the movie so far? I understand you've kept yourself in the dark during your absence.
I haven't yet. >:(
My thoughts on the movie are very much positive, just about everything about this movie makes me happy, I want this movie to succeed, and I bet it will. The soundtrack is something that I enjoyed listening to, and just adds to my positive outlook on it. We all have our theories on what is happening, or what will happen, and I believe most of what I think has already been said by other fans, and are probably much better.
As you've mentioned before numerous times, you draw in your spare time; unfortunately, we haven't seen much of this yet to much of an extent-- any plans for the future? What kind of things do you often find yourself drawing, if there's a pattern in there?
Yeah, the reason why no one has ever seen anything, except for that one Predator drawing I did back in Jan. 2007, is because I don't have a scanner. If I had one, I would definitely be making complete drawings and posting them up.
My plans for the future is to get my gesture drawings to the point where I can draw just about any position that the human body can possibly do. I will want to move on to drawing animals, because I have never tried my hand at it in a serious manner, so that's the next step. Also I am still trying to find out what style best fits for me, what I am currently seeing is that it's a bit of a mix of a cartoonish and photo-realistc style. So I think I am nearly finding out what best works for me.
Right now I am currently doing drawings of my characters for my planned web-comic The Empowered. Just doing sketches of what the characters look like, and will look like later on as the story progresses. So I am doing a few of these concept sketches, gesture drawings, life-drawings as well since I am currently doing drawings at school from live nude models, which is getting a bit repetitive at this point to be honest, but it's very much necessary if I even want to get anywhere with my skill set.
On a similar topic, and going back to 'spare time', have you utilized your time away from AvP Galaxy to develop you artistic skills or a particular style you feel comforable in?
Well as I've said about I am currently doing live drawings of nude models, and that is definitely helping a lot when dealing with proportion, scale, how the human looks when its doing a certain gesture, I can definitely say that my drawings have gotten much better in a short amount of time. My style of drawing is still in the photorealistic and cartoonish stages. Now I didn't make this clear before, but when I talk about my style of drawing, I am only referring to when I draw the human figure, everything else is pretty much easy to do photo-realistcally, buildings, fruit, cars, etc. Although there are a few exceptions.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
I see it as wasted potential, as stated before, I can't comment on any of the comic books, but the films really don't do the concept justice, the only thing that comes close to doing it justice that I have experienced is the first two AvP games. That's good shit right there. Everything that made the films special, in the matter of mystery, suspense, pacing, characters, etc. It's all there, or at least I tend to see that.
I'll stop talking soon, I promise, but I've gotta ask... what makes that lovely Zooey Deschanel so irresistable to you?
The way her personality just comes out as bubbly. That's the only word I can use that describes her to me. She's so jubilant, and a lot of the characters she plays are jubilant. It's fun to watch, and those gifs are just amazing. She can also act as well, so for those who are naysayers, just go watch her earlier stuff, and the rest of the independent films she's been a part of. Not saying that she doesn't do any bit of acting right now in the last few years, just saying that's she way more than just a pretty face. A successful musician and actress, and what I perceive to be a fun personality, it's hard to resist her awesomeness.
Rainbows and Butterflies. ;)
I totally agree (written before answer recieved, hopefully he didn't respond by calling me an assbackwards-idiot). Last question, mah boy: Crack cocaine or AvP Galaxy?
Cocainum!
Although that's what both are anyway.
I totally agree (same deal, hopefully he said cocaine).
Special thanks to our guest ShadowPred for taking the time to answer my burning questions, and a love-filled thanks to you, the sexy, beautiful audience for tuning in!
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Space Sweeper, out.
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Hey guys, sorry I've been slacking on this but work has a way of keeping me busy against my wishes, unfortunately. Anyway, as I promised, I do have a special interview lined up for you today! Some of you may know him as [Redacted], others as Uncanny Psycho, but these days, we call him osiris!!! Please give him a warm welcome.
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Well, originally my favorite film was Predator and thats what got me into both franchises. But due to all the hype for Prometheus, I have gone back and watched the alien movies (particularly Alien, Aliens) quite a lot and have found what seems to be more of a soft spot in my heart than the Predator franchise actually. :O
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
A lot of members on here know me as Uncanny Psycho, but the forum members I'm closest to already know my real name. For those of you who don't [Redacted]. Joined the forums back in 07..been on ever since, with a few breaks here and there.
How did you come up with your username?
Well my current user name Osiris was a nickname someone close to me gave me.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Of course. A lot of my art work i've done has been inspired back H.R. Giger. Also growing up as a kid, all I would ever draw were Alien- and Predator-related things. So yes, I would say it has influenced my art.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Both franchises films are key films for me. They mean a lot to me. I've watch Predator from the crib... literally. I'll always love them.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Well, it's all gone down hill for me besides Predators. Yes I enjoyed that movie from opening to closing. Thought it was great... everything else has been a pile of shit since Alien 3 and game wise AvP2...although Concrete Jungle was pretty fun. Stupid but fun. Currently, I have my hopes up very high for Prometheus.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
The people. Your all so great. Great time f**king shit up on Xbox Live, and first bloods "Holy C*nts UNITE" chant was great during a friendly game of truth or dare. Rather not say what he made me do. Still waiting to share a prison cell with Vulhala ;) He's my Heisenberg and I'm his Jesse!
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
A thread where anything goes. I mean anything, 18+
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Vulhala, He's my little baby-boo bitch. That guy just gets me and we have had some goooooood times ;) I would be able to explain further if we could get that 18+ Thread up.
What is your favourite curse word?
Bitch. Its effect and gets the job done. Plus, when saying it to someone you know it cuts them a little deep.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"You smoked all my vegetation you bitch" with me replying "yeahhhhhh...you let me......... bitch"! He'll have to let me in.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
Cannot f**king wait. Looks great and I'm pleased that its only relation to the original is its in the same universe and the corp...SJ... blah blah. I'm hoping I will see something new that will make me fall in love with it as did the chestburster scene in Alien.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
No, the games are fine... comics are fine... novels can be good. They just need to set a movie in space with f**king colonial marines!!! Give it a 120Mil budget and a good-amazing director. Golden cobra my friend.
Your girlfriend used to be a regular on these boards. Where is she these days?
We are no longer together and I'm actually not sure where she is. She cut me off completely and last I heard she was in Switzerland.
Have you been back to Dubai at all in the last little while? I'm pretty sure when you and I first started talking you were living there and not in Cali.
Colorado* ;) And no, I just moved back from Dubai in February. May visit sometime during the winter though when the weather is nice and I have some more money :P
You're probably the biggest Joker fan on this board when TDK came out. Have you found the same love for Bane's character?
I'm excited to see what Tommy boy does with Bane, but in no way am I as stoked as I was for Heath's Joker. His character took over my f**king life!
Do you EVER plan on using your PS3 again?
Might have thought about it...if I still owned it. :P
Over the years, I think you've gone through at least three different name changes. How come?
Well I always hated elitepredator so that's why I no longer use it. Uncanny Psycho is...who I am. I have no idea why I changed it. I guess I thought the name Osiris meant something more to me.
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Inturrestin' readin' everyone. Has Bat Chain done one of these?
It's a shame there's not some sort of index.
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It's a shame there's not some sort of index.
Laufey actually did one to a point, but it's a bit dated now:
Quote from: Laufey on Apr 19, 2012, 10:38:51 AM
Here we have them all. Now we only need a mod to get them to the top of the thread. ;)
SiL (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1122334#msg1122334)
SM (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1129717#msg1129717)
Darkness (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1136406#msg1136406)
Predxeno (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1138764#msg1138764)
Corporal Hicks (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1139264#msg1139264)
Space Sweeper (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
Maledoro (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1183947#msg1183947)
Purebreedalien (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1220595#msg1220595)
Hellspawn28 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1221367#msg1221367)
Bat Chain Puller (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1226177#msg1226177)
SpaceMarines (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1228133#msg1228133)
Laufey (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1228221#msg1228221)
Predator Queen (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1231630#msg1231630)
Crazy Rich (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1235269#msg1235269)
Alien³ (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1238415#msg1238415)
Sabres21768 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1260136#msg1260136)
MudButt (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1271019#msg1271019)
First Blood (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1275793#msg1275793)
Nightmare Asylum (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1276088#msg1276088)
Pn2501 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1286563#msg1286563)
Chupacabras Acheronsis (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1289991#msg1289991)
DoomRulz (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1324346#msg1324346)
Thanks Sweeps!
My interview being the best of course 8)
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:34:14 PM
My interview being the best of course 8)
Please, bro. You must want slapped in the nuggz.
Just read Bat Chain's--he's got both of you beat. 8)
Quote from: Prime113 on May 16, 2012, 10:39:42 PM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:34:14 PM
My interview being the best of course 8)
Please, bro. You must want slapped in the nuggz.
I've raped kittens bigger then you.
However, that's for another interview in another time.
Quote from: Cvalda on May 16, 2012, 10:44:17 PM
Just read Bat Chain's--he's got both of you beat. 8)
Well, of course, its BCP.
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:44:30 PM
Quote from: Prime113 on May 16, 2012, 10:39:42 PM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:34:14 PM
My interview being the best of course 8)
Please, bro. You must want slapped in the nuggz.
I've raped kittens bigger then you.
However, that's for another interview in another time.
Bring it...bitch.
Quote from: Prime113 on May 16, 2012, 10:39:42 PM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:34:14 PM
My interview being the best of course 8)
Please, bro. You must want slapped in the nuggz.
bitches pls
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A part of me wants an interview reboot, the other part is saying "f**k it".
Great interviews ShadowPred and orisis.
I think some interviews should be redone now that some of us are a little more known around here, it would be good to ask new questions and what not.
i wouldn't mind unruly editing words.
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:55:19 PM
I think some interviews should be redone now that some of us are a little more known around here, it would be good to ask new questions and what not.
I second this. Any chance I have for a re-do, I'll gladly take.
Mine should last the next two years before any follow up needs to take place.
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:55:19 PM
I think some interviews should be redone now that some of us are a little more known around here, it would be good to ask new questions and what not.
Interview DLC eh? Interesting concept...
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 17, 2012, 12:37:26 AM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:55:19 PM
I think some interviews should be redone now that some of us are a little more known around here, it would be good to ask new questions and what not.
Interview DLC eh? Interesting concept...
Paid or free? If paid, I demand 10% of the earnings for my DLC. 40% can go out to marketing to get more people into the thread, and you, my kind interview, can keep the remaining 50% :)
Oh you guys ;D
I'm just saying, now that more has gone on I'm sure some members would love to have a new batch of questions for them to answer. I know it's not easy for you DoomRulz, you have a life too. I for one would love to redo my interview ;D
Quote from: Cvalda on May 16, 2012, 10:44:17 PM
Just read Bat Chain's--he's got both of you beat. 8)
Awww
hellll yeah.
Quote from: MudButt on May 17, 2012, 05:13:03 AM
Oh you guys ;D
I'm just saying, now that more has gone on I'm sure some members would love to have a new batch of questions for them to answer. I know it's not easy for you DoomRulz, you have a life too. I for one would love to redo my interview ;D
Yeah, I wouldn't mind scratching a couple off of the record...
...I'll be ready whenever anybody wants to compile some more (or edited from original) questions, if they do.
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:44:30 PM
Quote from: Prime113 on May 16, 2012, 10:39:42 PM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:34:14 PM
My interview being the best of course 8)
Please, bro. You must want slapped in the nuggz.
I've raped kittens bigger then you.
However, that's for another interview in another time.
You're giving me some interesting ideas for a second interview...
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 17, 2012, 10:14:56 AM
Quote from: MudButt on May 17, 2012, 05:13:03 AM
Oh you guys ;D
I'm just saying, now that more has gone on I'm sure some members would love to have a new batch of questions for them to answer. I know it's not easy for you DoomRulz, you have a life too. I for one would love to redo my interview ;D
Yeah, I wouldn't mind scratching a couple off of the record...
...I'll be ready whenever anybody wants to compile some more (or edited from original) questions, if they do.
Oh lawd, you know I be all up in that booty. :o
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 17, 2012, 12:13:25 PM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:44:30 PM
Quote from: Prime113 on May 16, 2012, 10:39:42 PM
Quote from: MudButt on May 16, 2012, 10:34:14 PM
My interview being the best of course 8)
Please, bro. You must want slapped in the nuggz.
I've raped kittens bigger then you.
However, that's for another interview in another time.
You're giving me some interesting ideas for a second interview...
That's the idea my dear friend.
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WELCOME back, everybody to Inside The Members Studio! I'm Space Sweeper, and I'm gonna be runnin' shit for this segment until my lovely guest knocks my loud ass down a peg!
TONIGHT, we have the wonderful writer, critic, and photographer Cvalda with us, and she's about to edumacate our asses as she chronicles her job and state hopping experiences; let's give her a warm welcome!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?ALIEN, without a doubt. It's been my all-time favorite film since I was at least 4-5 years old.
Give us some insight into the woman behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' Let's see: I grew up in a military family (which I rebelled against at every opportunity), spending my childhood living on Air Force bases in Alaska, Florida, and everywhere in between. Since striking out on my own I've gone from North Carolina to New York City to Albany to London, and now I'm in California. In the space of five years I have been a published film critic, a freelance commercial photographer, a personal assistant to one of the heads of a major NYC non-profit, a retail wage slave, and now I work as a temp-to-hire member of a marketing team (was originally supposed to have a much cooler, more rewarding position as a cinematographer's assistant, but somehow I got "promoted" up through the ranks and now have a myriad of responsibilities I was not really prepared for.
Joy).
How did you come up with your username? Drunk night? "I was young"?It's actually the name of a song from the 2001 Lars von Trier film
Dancer in the Dark, performed by Björk.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-11r48ioxZI# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-11r48ioxZI#)
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in any way?Very much so. The
ALIEN series influenced my taste in cinema in a very big way, kicked off my obsessive love of the work of Elliot Goldenthal, and Ripley always served as a personal hero of mine throughout childhood. I still have fond memories of running around the neighborhood with other little elementary school miscreants, playing
ALIENS--myself always being Ripley. Ah, childhood.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises (well, eh, most of them); What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Hard to say, aside from simply the greatness of the original trilogy. It's been in my life so long, I can't remember anything else, I guess you could say. :P I first saw
ALIEN at a very, very young age, and it immediately clicked with me in a way nothing else had (or has since)--I'm not sure why. The fact that Fox has always decided to drag the franchise back out in some form or another every few years has always kept it at the forefront of my geeky love, even though everything after
Alien Resurrection is pretty appalling and a massive insult to the original series.
What are your thoughts on how each series (and that unfortunate binding of them) has developed over the years?I love the way the original four
ALIEN films developed--taking auteur directors and letting each of them use the same basic framework, but imbuing it with their own unique vision and sense of style, for completely different and fascinating results. There's no other film franchise like it in cinema. The
Predator series has always been a fun guilty pleasure, and has remained such fairly consistently over its three film run. The horrible
AVP films, on the other hand, were nearly franchise killers for both series, and have almost completely destroyed the reputation of the
ALIEN series in the minds of casual moviegoers.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most? Anything that really hooks you to the site? At least 75% of the people that've answered this question so far have said "the members" or some variation-- think you can break the mold?Nooooope. It's the members (well, most of them, anyway). There are some wonderful people here, as far as internet acquaintances go. I came here for
PROMETHEUS, but however I long I stay after it blows over, it'll be for you guys and the consistent stream of quality LOLz you provide. :D
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?A slight 20% reduction in unregulated fanboy emissions. :P
You've only been registered on these boards for about four months... but it feels like you've been here for years; what do you think seperated you from the masses? This is aside from "OMG A GIRL", of course.Only four? I think it's been at least five now :D I dunno,
you tell me. I'd like to think it's my wit and insight and quality griping. :P
Who is/are your favourite board member(s) and why?I won't name names, but--actually, yeah, I will ;D
Eva - my main partner in forum crime.
Bat Chain Puller, my main partner in LOLz.
First Blood - a scholar and a gentleman (mostly :laugh:).
Space Sweeper, the
de facto soul of these boards.
OmegaZilla -
Ia! Ia! Deuterium, my Malickian sparring partner in the
PROMETHEUS forum. And
Vickers, for just being all-around cool. But I of course love most all of you whom I regularly interact with here, as well. You all know who you are. ;)
What is your favourite curse word? Be free to be as uncivil as you wish.f**k. As both an expletive and as a description of the act.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?"...u mad?"
What are your thoughts on Prometheus so far? It seems like your enthusiasm has taken some hits as of late...Oh lord. :P
Every time I get excited for it along with seemingly everyone else, something comes along that lets out some of the air in my hype balloon: the wall-to-wall CGI when we were promised a return to mostly practical effects, the mediocre score that does not compare favorably with those of the first four films--yes, even
Resurrection, Logan Marshall-Green's scenery-chewing douche routine, and a bunch of other niggling things that just seem "off". I was prepared for a masterpiece all the way up through last year--now I'm just prepared for something that hopefully doesn't suck or disgrace the original in any way.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?It's cute as a comic book or a video game--nothing more.
You're quite popular in the "Compare a Member" thread... and by that, I mean aside from your wonderful Compare Sets, you've constantly been compared to either villanesses/ice queens/cynics... why would you say this is? Is this an accurate choice?Haha, sure. Though I've often been compared to a certain Warrant Officer a great deal, and I'd say that's pretty damn accurate. I'm probably one of the closest real-life Ripley analogues you could find: I go through life stoic and solitary, I don't need a man around to help me pull through, and I often feel like I'm racing down a dark, smokey corridor, flamethrower in hand, desperately trying to get to the escape shuttle. :P
On a similar topic, you've got quite the 'sismance' with Eva... who is always the 'princess' in these Compare Sets. Opposites attract? To be honest, it's been an observation of mine that she has just as much a darkside as you. :laugh: What can I say? She is the Call to my Ripley 8, without the initial antagonism :laugh:
Do you find it more flattering or annoying that you get an odd amount of special attention on here along with Eva based on your gender (well, the looks help too...)? There's something of a cult surrounding you two. ;) It's morbidly amusing, I guess.
Eva gets most of it, poor thing. :P
Now, you're quite into photography-- how long has this been a passion of yours? Has it wavered at any time? It's certainly a difficult profession to transition into for a career choice. Any dreams/possibilities for the future? (You're allowed to pimp some of your work here, by the way)Photography has less been my
passion than it has been a means to an end. As to what that end is, there's a reason I recently moved close to Hollywood ;) But we won't get into all that hopelessly cliched business. :D
Don't worry, the pain is almost over, just a few more questions! Now, we didn't get off on the right foot, but I think that off of that, your effortlessly male ego-threatening attitude (as a positive) is what won me over; sadly, not many women possess that trait, and as you've said, their lack of self confidence is as much an unfortunately true stereotype as most men sporting an unhealthy dose of over-confidence. You don't exactly have the brightest view of humanity from where you're standing... is this something everybody should make an observation of in order to change, or is it best to live on with an "ignorance is bliss" outlook on things?I wouldn't advocate anyone do
anything, except do what makes them happy--as long as it doesn't hurt or negatively effect anyone else. And also try not to be an asshole.
My thoughts on most things are usually pretty negative, but I at least have a sense of humor about it, unlike a lot of people. :laugh:
Let's lighten things up around here! Here's a flamethrower; you can torch any one person in the world who isn't Logan Marshall-Green- who is it?Hmmm.
HMMMMMMM.
I dunno--I'm not really a death penalty kind of person :laugh:
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...except in the case you mentioned >:( :P
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Just kidding!...
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I actually have pretty terrible hair. I don't take care of it all, and it hasn't seen a hairdresser in five years. The result of it looking good in photos is because I usually frantically brush it right before the shutter clicks. ;)
Special thanks to our lovely guest Cvalda for putting up with my endless questioning and taking the time to answer them all! And a very special thank you to you the audience for tuning in, you beautiful, beautiful bastards and bitches.
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Space Sweeper, out.
Great f**king read.
QuoteWhat can I say? She is the Call to my Ripley 8, without the initial antagonism
I died.
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Great job guys. Sweeps you have a talent for going for the provocative, juicy bits. You'd do Oprah and Barbara Walters proud.
Cvalda being the most honest, daringly unapologetic, one woman teaser trailer for herself ... I've spoiled this interview over the past four months by actually remembering a majority of her posts.
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You didn't mention your origins in the Cuban Tidal Pool! :laugh:
I am now realizing how awesome this thread really is, being gone for a year really makes me see how much I have missed, and I hope I get to know the members that I haven't gotten to talk to throughout this whole year, a bit more, this is exactly what I need.
nice work. 8)
Great interviews ShadowPred, osiris and Cvalda! :)
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Good day everyone and welcome to another session of Inside the Members Studio. It sounds like things are moving along nicely around here! By way of special request thanks to ShadowPred, my guest today is my fellow brother-in-Canuck-arms
Sharp Sticks!!!!!!!!!!! Please give it up!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?I don't really like to pick favourites, it's too limiting, but if I had go with one it'd probably be Aliens. That's the one that gripped me the most viscerally the first time I saw it, and it still does. If Alien is about putting two different art sensibilities into conflict with one another (Ron Cobb vs Giger, with nods to Moebius and Chris Foss, and the art directors from Star Wars), Aliens is a mutation of that conflict through the filter of Jimmy C., the design of the second movie is much more singular. It's an interesting evolution. In some ways, maybe Aliens is the movie that killed the series – how do you follow up an interplanetary/high seas epic about mothers at war? Armageddon monk chase? Nothing after Aliens was ever going to compare, no matter how good it was on its own terms. But like I said, picking favourites isn't the right way to look at this series. There's something worth investigating in every installment. Somewhere down there.
Oh, and I love Predator. John McTiernan's War and Peace, that shit is masterful.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'I'm a white male human being called Finnegan living on prairie land taken from the Blackfoot Confederacy several hundred years ago. I'm into mythology and physical cosmologies and George Lucas and pretentious shit like that and when I'm not having strong opinions about movies I like to draw pictures, most of which you can find here: http://niddeh.deviantart.com/ (http://niddeh.deviantart.com/).
The rest of what I do online involves logging hundreds and thousands of hours on MSN with Space Sweeper and Bad Replicant. You can find the fruits of our labours in our podcast: http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=42256.0 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=42256.0), and our shared youtube channel, where we cut together extremely serious videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBonusSituation (http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBonusSituation)
I also run a little Tumblr blog about visual doubling in the Star Wars movies that's been getting some buzz lately; you can find that here: http://starwarsverses.tumblr.com/ (http://starwarsverses.tumblr.com/)
How did you come up with your username?You can thank John and Mary Lou Paxton for that one.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Sure, absolutely. For a long time I've been toying with the idea making a flow-chart of all my influences starting with Alien, just to illustrate how deep that particular rabbit hole goes. Alien led me to Moebius, who led me to a whole slew of illustrators that had a profound effect on my sensibilities and how I process things visually (I think it shows - pick up any back issue of Heavy Metal comics and you'll see what I mean). The series expanded my horizons at a critical age, so, you know, thanks for that!
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?They're complicated movies. They're full of patterns, contradictions, paradoxes, triumph and cataclysm, intense interpersonal drama: and that's just the behind the scenes documentaries. Everything you need to make a series riveting. The key word here is conflict: that's what keeps people interested in the Alien mythology (beyond the movies just being really great). The day someone comes up with a completely cohesive and foolproof explanation for the egg on the Sulaco that satisfies all parties is the day the whole thing will come crashing to the ground, and I hope that day never comes.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Turned into factory-line tedium. Prometheus could be a step in the right direction, who knows.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?The comic timing. 90% complete nutcases, 10% straight guys, it's a perfect comedy formula.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Yaphet Kotto's hit single 'Have You Ever Seen The Blues' should start playing every time you open a new page. There should be no mute or pause function for this feature.
Who is your favourite board member and why?Favourites again. People do
read this thing, you know!
There's a lot of all-stars. My droogs, Space Sweeper and Bad Replicant. Bat Chain Puller, my Jedi Master. SM is a bastion of brevity and good sense. A few other nice folks who should already know who they are. The rest of you are terrible, irredeemable monsters and you should be ashamed of yourselves.
What is your favourite curse word?So many good ones. Motherf**ker if Joe Pesci is saying it, c**t if we're talking Christopher Lee.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?She'd say 'you were right all along.'
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the latest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?Can't wait. Looks good. The buildup has been a great ride, what we've seen already definitely kicks an aesthetic punch, and making it a parallel story to Alien is a smart tactic. I'm not convinced we're seeing any kind of messianic return here (the themes Ridley likes to deal with don't demand meteoric budgets anymore, going back to Alien and Blade Runner is the only way Old Man Riddles can justify his 7 million dollar fee these days ('must be expensive' 'very')). But I'm still pretty optimistic about it. Excited to see what happens (who isn't?).
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?The thing about the AVP movies is that they're not even really worth writing about. It's all been said. Better off as comic books. The superficial(?) similarities between the first AVP and Prometheus are pretty interesting though ('my experts tell me it's
an invitation').
What is your favorite Stacey Nelkin appearance in a film, and why?For a movie, gotta be Season of the Witch, it plays to all her strengths. But my favourite Stacey performance by far is when she plays a blind chick on The A-Team, that shit is required viewing man.
What were your first impressions of this forum before you registered to become a member, and did those impressions change or stay the same?Originally thought that it had a nice clean design, some clever contributors, and that it was the only place on the web worth talking about Alien movies. prometheusforums.com confirms my suspicions.
Do you have an Ethernet cable yet in order to use X-BOX Live? It's coming guys. Need steady employment first, all my money is going into food and pens and weapons-grade cocaine.
How does it feel to be one of the few Canucks on a board rife with hooligans and Yanks?Don't forget the Aussies. It's a cool vibe. I like the idea that no matter where you are in the world there's a handful of people still angry about Alien: Resurrection.
Applejack. Great pony or greatest pony?Please.
Peace out, Lipton!
Great stuff, hats off to you both! :) Really liked these interviews.
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OmegaZilla - Ia! Ia!
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What an awesome interview Sharp Sticks.
In other news, I am feeling like a second interview, my blood tells me I can do better.
I'd say we should leave space for other members beforehand.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on May 19, 2012, 09:35:33 PM
I'd say we should leave space for other members beforehand.
If only some of them would submit their answers. ;) ;D
Other other members.
>_>
<_<
I'm with Rich, since we're running out of members to interview I think it'd be a good chance to start second interviews now. If not now, maybe after Prometheus is released!
Astounding.
But again, like the Cvalda interview I feel like I spoiled myself by being a fan before hand and read the script. :P
Actually your choice of ALIENS was a surprise Sticks. Not a huge surprise, mind you, it's an awesome film, but I always assumed it was ALIEN. It's nice to know you still have some surprises.
Maybe we can keep doing the interviews ... (really there are tons of people on here guys) and go off in a new direction for those who already interviewed. I personally like the idea of 'guest stars' on Sweep and Sticks pod cast. A short round of questions for the new guests would be an awesome addition to an already tasty formula.
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As long as they don't stutter and want to answer the question 11 different ways in various voices ... forcing poor Sweeps to lock himself in the editing room for hours on end trying to piece it all together.
Oh and Sticks ...
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Remember: Your focus determines your reality.
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SharpSticks is too boss.
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As long as they don't stutter and want to answer the question 11 different ways in various voices ... forcing poor Sweeps to lock himself in the editing room for hours on end trying to piece it all together.
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I just love stock images.
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Remember: Your focus determines your reality.
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 19, 2012, 03:12:31 AM
Eva - my main partner in forum crime.
What can I say? She is the Call to my Ripley 8, without the initial antagonism :laugh:
Anytime anywhere ;D
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Excellent new interviews btw ;)
Catching up on all of these interviews has been fantastic. I'll admit, I kind of shied away from this thread after Aeus left, don't really know why.
It's nice to see it kicking so much ass. Getting to know the folks here just makes me smile.
My digital home inside a home.
PS - Interview me.
I was just about to! I know you're a BF 3 fan. I need more ideas though.
I really should read the General Discussion forum more often, rather than mainly cruise around all shark-like in the 'Prometheus' section... There's more to laugh at here.
Intentionally, that is.
My God...he's capable of coherent speech and not just gifs!
Also reading that I realised, what do we do with the Prometheus question once it's been released?...
Quote from: Xenomorphine on May 20, 2012, 08:08:57 PM
I really should read the General Discussion forum more often, rather than mainly cruise around all shark-like in the 'Prometheus' section... There's more to laugh at here.
Intentionally, that is.
You learn some interesting stuff around here, that's for sure. Though sometimes I wonder who's joking around more, the interviewer or the respondent when information is being delivered.
Quote from: Xenodog on May 20, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
My God...he's capable of coherent speech and not just gifs!
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 20, 2012, 11:11:44 PM
Quote from: Xenodog on May 20, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
My God...he's capable of coherent speech and not just gifs!
http://memeorama.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/you-must-be-new-here-willy-wonka.jpg
a .jpg? Sweeper, i never!-
More surpises to come... I've got some .pngs coming, too. 8)
Quote from: Xenodog on May 20, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
My God...he's capable of coherent speech and not just gifs!
Also reading that I realised, what do we do with the Prometheus question once it's been released?...
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Just got done reading Cvalda and Sharp Sticks.
Good stuff.
Glad to see I am not the only Season of the Witch (Halloween III) fan.
QuoteSM is a bastion of brevity and good sense.
Possibly one of the nicest things anyone ever said about me, and I shall treasure it always.
Good work on keeping these alive, guys. Well done.
Do I ever get one?HUUUUHHHHH?HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUH?
Ah no,Love reading these.
I'd be down for some question if I ever got the chance. Love reading these though,offers some great perspective on the minds of the crew :)
I hate my interview! Wasn't the best chap around the time i did it. Pretty boring and straight forward!
Quote from: Effectz on Jun 29, 2012, 09:00:10 AM
Do I ever get one?HUUUUHHHHH?HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUH?
Ah no,Love reading these.
You're my BF 3 buddy, of course you do! Send me some ideas for personalized questions and I'll get on it.
Quote from: osiris. on Jun 29, 2012, 05:58:08 PM
I hate my interview! Wasn't the best chap around the time i did it. Pretty boring and straight forward!
PM me about what you want changed and we'll redo it.
*Blows dust off the thread*
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Subject .34 has been scheduled for a new interview here.
So, without further ado bring in AvP Asylum's very own, Mad-loving Vepariga!
First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
If I had to choose just one,It would be ALIEN. I first saw it when I was 6 years old,sitting on the couch with my dad. First time Kane started choking and the burster came out I was terrified. I actually ran to my room,later that night dad was telling me to come back and see the alien. I snuck back and saw glimpses of it and it left a mark on me to today. Never was something so scary and beautiful. I knew from that day on I would be a fan for life. Even today the film stands the test of time.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Who am I?..well,I live in Australia. Big gamer,film watcher,conspiracy theorist and can be quite theatrical..If I do something I like to make it big :P
I am also a member of the 501st Legion,A Star Wars costuming orginization of the Imperial and Darkside. Alot of charity and public events I go to,so much fun. I tell you,Putting on the armour and making familys and kids happy is such a great feeling. I work most of the week, but its not too interesting. And I try to keep my martial arts training consistant.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
The main area of influence to me is how I view Space and the universe,such worlds like that could be out there. Some of my interests where probably swayed by an Alien-like asthetic aswell such as bio-mechanics.I also find facing your fears to the end quite inspiring.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The most interesting thing for me is that there is nothing else like the Alien saga,Its such a huge universe and the amount of mysteries within the series just keep the hooks in deep.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Hmm..Too much of a good thing. Starts out fantastic,but as interest increases storys and effects start to go into more 'action' territory and in doing so sacrifices what made the original so wonderful. The best thing I can be grateful of later installments is that they retain some level of 'Alien' within. But overall,I have enjoyed every film in its own way.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
The members,such a great group of like minded people. Never fails to bring me a smile or a laugh everytime. I also enjoy some of the Alien theory threads,some interesting perspectives now and then. But mainly for the lolz.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
mmmmm..probably nothing,nothing comes to mind anyway. I'm pretty content with everything. :)
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Oh man,I cant say. Seriously everyone is awesome in their own way. There are friendships here that only strengthen over time. I love everyone!
What is your favorite curse word?
Shit. Used daily and so many combinations.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"You can have my seat if you want" :P
So, Prometheus has been released. If you've seen it, what were your thoughts on it and the direction it went in?
Prometheus..I really enjoyed it,sure its not perfect but it showed me what I wanted to see. Fantastic visuals and I loved David's character. The story was interesting and did open alot of new questions but thats what I love about this franchise.After Alien Ressurection, Prometheus isnt the 'Alien' film we deserved,But the one we needed. Who knows,it might be expanded upon in the future.
Being the first to enquire about usernames I consider it a unique question still...screw you all.
So, where did 'Vepariga' come from?
Well its quite simple really..I used to go by two usernames on various forums and mmo's one being 'Vepar' which is the name of a demon that controls the oceans in occult history,and Iga Ninja. Iga being a province in ancient Japan,I'd find myself with either one taken sometimes so I just combined the two and it sounded pretty unique and cool so it stuck,most people just call me 'Vep' for short.
From your sig / avatar it seems you're quite the admirer of DC's one and only Harleen Frances Quinzel. What is it about her that makes her such a favoured character? Have you been an enthusiast since Batman : T.A.S or picked up on with Arkham Asylum / City?
I love Harley, Shes Hot, annoying as hell and is such a nutter but she makes it work in such a way I cant get enough of. I also really love the reactions of other characters towards Harelys outbursts and doings,always entertaining. Shes just a great character that lifts everything out of the gloom and doom now and then. As for being a fan,I have been a fan of Batman before the Animated Series,There is no denying that Batman is one of the worlds best heroes. The rough justice is always a winner in my books and the villians are all as great as they come. I really enjoyed the Batman Arkham games aswell,the re-design on some of the characters where brilliant.
Would you consider yourself a Batfan in general or are you just drawn in by Quin? If the former, what it is about Gotham that gets you going?
Im a Batfan in general but I would be lying if I didnt say Harley helped in drawing me in further. The thing about Gotham is that it feels like a real,living,dark city it has its own charataristics that make it so interesting. The diverse villians that populate it are all special in their own way,from the Riddler to Poision Ivy and the Joker etc. Just a great setting for the Dark Knight and his struggle.
Do you enjoy the whole 'Mad Love' / Hybristophilia concept in characters or again, is Harley just a one off?
Mad Love was great story, But to feel something for characters that break the law or hurt people..well..In Harley's case I'd say yes. lol. Because when she does something she makes it like a game and makes it flamboyant that makes it amusing,even when it backfires on her. Which most of the time it does. But when she does do something seriously,she can pull off being a badass in an instant. If it was done in real life though..id be like 'holy shit!'
What makes you laugh?
Alot of things,I love comedy. Stupid humour makes me laugh,sketches and gags that make you think. I also love observational humour,But silly things always get a kick out of me. A well placed or timed pie into someones face never looses its charm.
Quote from: Xenodog on Jun 30, 2012, 11:04:28 AM
*Blows dust off the thread*
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Subject .34 has been scheduled for a new interview here.
So, without further ado bring in AvP Asylum's very own, Mad-loving Vepariga!
First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
If I had to choose just one,It would be ALIEN. I first saw it when I was 6 years old,sitting on the couch with my dad. First time Kane started choking and the burster came out I was terrified. I actually ran to my room,later that night dad was telling me to come back and see the alien. I snuck back and saw glimpses of it and it left a mark on me to today. Never was something so scary and beautiful. I knew from that day on I would be a fan for life. Even today the film stands the test of time.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Who am I?..well,I live in Australia. Big gamer,film watcher,conspiracy theorist and can be quite theatrical..If I do something I like to make it big :P
I am also a member of the 501st Legion,A Star Wars costuming orginization of the Imperial and Darkside. Alot of charity and public events I go to,so much fun. I tell you,Putting on the armour and making familys and kids happy is such a great feeling. I work most of the week, but its not too interesting. And I try to keep my martial arts training consistant.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
The main area of influence to me is how I view Space and the universe,such worlds like that could be out there. Some of my interests where probably swayed by an Alien-like asthetic aswell such as bio-mechanics.I also find facing your fears to the end quite inspiring.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
The most interesting thing for me is that there is nothing else like the Alien saga,Its such a huge universe and the amount of mysteries within the series just keep the hooks in deep.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Hmm..Too much of a good thing. Starts out fantastic,but as interest increases storys and effects start to go into more 'action' territory and in doing so sacrifices what made the original so wonderful. The best thing I can be grateful of later installments is that they retain some level of 'Alien' within. But overall,I have enjoyed every film in its own way.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
The members,such a great group of like minded people. Never fails to bring me a smile or a laugh everytime. I also enjoy some of the Alien theory threads,some interesting perspectives now and then. But mainly for the lolz.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
mmmmm..probably nothing,nothing comes to mind anyway. I'm pretty content with everything. :)
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Oh man,I cant say. Seriously everyone is awesome in their own way. There are friendships here that only strengthen over time. I love everyone!
What is your favorite curse word?
Shit. Used daily and so many combinations.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"You can have my seat if you want" :P
So, Prometheus has been released. If you've seen it, what were your thoughts on it and the direction it went in?
Prometheus..I really enjoyed it,sure its not perfect but it showed me what I wanted to see. Fantastic visuals and I loved David's character. The story was interesting and did open alot of new questions but thats what I love about this franchise.After Alien Ressurection, Prometheus isnt the 'Alien' film we deserved,But the one we needed. Who knows,it might be expanded upon in the future.
Being the first to enquire about usernames I consider it a unique question still...screw you all.
So, where did 'Vepariga' come from?
Well its quite simple really..I used to go by two usernames on various forums and mmo's one being 'Vepar' which is the name of a demon that controls the oceans in occult history,and Iga Ninja. Iga being a province in ancient Japan,I'd find myself with either one taken sometimes so I just combined the two and it sounded pretty unique and cool so it stuck,most people just call me 'Vep' for short.
From your sig / avatar it seems you're quite the admirer of DC's one and only Harleen Frances Quinzel. What is it about her that makes her such a favoured character? Have you been an enthusiast since Batman : T.A.S or picked up on with Arkham Asylum / City?
I love Harley, Shes Hot, annoying as hell and is such a nutter but she makes it work in such a way I cant get enough of. I also really love the reactions of other characters towards Harelys outbursts and doings,always entertaining. Shes just a great character that lifts everything out of the gloom and doom now and then. As for being a fan,I have been a fan of Batman before the Animated Series,There is no denying that Batman is one of the worlds best heroes. The rough justice is always a winner in my books and the villians are all as great as they come. I really enjoyed the Batman Arkham games aswell,the re-design on some of the characters where brilliant.
Would you consider yourself a Batfan in general or are you just drawn in by Quin? If the former, what it is about Gotham that gets you going?
Im a Batfan in general but I would be lying if I didnt say Harley helped in drawing me in further. The thing about Gotham is that it feels like a real,living,dark city it has its own charataristics that make it so interesting. The diverse villians that populate it are all special in their own way,from the Riddler to Poision Ivy and the Joker etc. Just a great setting for the Dark Knight and his struggle.
Do you enjoy the whole 'Mad Love' / Hybristophilia concept in characters or again, is Harley just a one off?
Mad Love was great story, But to feel something for characters that break the law or hurt people..well..In Harley's case I'd say yes. lol. Because when she does something she makes it like a game and makes it flamboyant that makes it amusing,even when it backfires on her. Which most of the time it does. But when she does do something seriously,she can pull off being a badass in an instant. If it was done in real life though..id be like 'holy shit!'
What makes you laugh?
Alot of things,I love comedy. Stupid humour makes me laugh,sketches and gags that make you think. I also love observational humour,But silly things always get a kick out of me. A well placed or timed pie into someones face never looses its charm.
Awesome. Loved reading it, and now I know you a bit more, which is always nice.
Thanks man :D glad you liked it, Funny after you submitted it you think of better things to say lol.
I've got so much catching up to do in this thread but I was lurking as a guest and I read some of the interviews and they're great! Lots of interesting personalities, some awesome questions and a couple of lulz to balance things out. Nicely done, everyone. It just confirms to me that some of the members I thought were really awesome are actually really awesome people.
Have Eva and RagingDragon been interviewed? Did I perhaps skip over those somehow?
Excellent interview!
Quote from: Vickers on Jun 30, 2012, 12:20:58 PM
I've got so much catching up to do in this thread but I was lurking as a guest and I read some of the interviews and they're great! Lots of interesting personalities, some awesome questions and a couple of lulz to balance things out. Nicely done, everyone. It just confirms to me that some of the members I thought were really awesome are actually really awesome people.
Have Eva and RagingDragon been interviewed? Did I perhaps skip over those somehow?
Here's a list that Laufey put together, if you want to find some of the older ones: http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1337930#msg1337930 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1337930#msg1337930)
Anyone who was interviewed after the list is on a subsequent page. I can't seem to recall if Eva and RD were interviewed, but that should make your search a bit easier (if they're not on the list or one of the ten or so pages following, then no, they haven't been...) :)
Now, when are we going to get an interview of the great OmegaZilla? ;)
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Jun 30, 2012, 01:03:49 PM
Excellent interview!
Quote from: Vickers on Jun 30, 2012, 12:20:58 PM
I've got so much catching up to do in this thread but I was lurking as a guest and I read some of the interviews and they're great! Lots of interesting personalities, some awesome questions and a couple of lulz to balance things out. Nicely done, everyone. It just confirms to me that some of the members I thought were really awesome are actually really awesome people.
Have Eva and RagingDragon been interviewed? Did I perhaps skip over those somehow?
Here's a list that Laufey put together, if you want to find some of the older ones: http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1337930#msg1337930 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1337930#msg1337930)
Anyone who was interviewed after the list is on a subsequent page. I can't seem to recall if Eva and RD were interviewed, but that should make your search a bit easier (if they're not on the list or one of the ten or so pages following, then no, they haven't been...) :)
Now, when are we going to get an interview of the great OmegaZilla? ;)
Thanks! And I'm all for an OmegaZilla interview.
:-[
I should re-put my hands at it.
@Vickers - Rick Grimes did one for me some pages back, although some of the stuff I said seems somewhat 'outdated' now lol
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jun 30, 2012, 02:42:21 PM
I should re-put my hands at it.
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;)
Thanx for the new interviews posted
Quote from: Eva on Jul 01, 2012, 10:19:10 AM
@Vickers - Rick Grimes did one for me some pages back, although some of the stuff I said seems somewhat 'outdated' now lol
Amazing interview! You're as interesting, warm-hearted, intelligent and funny as I thought you were.
Spoiler
Why can't we all just live around the corner from one another? >:(
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jun 30, 2012, 02:42:21 PM
:-[
I should re-put my hands at it.
HOW LONG AGO, did I send you those questions!?!?
Before the sun dawned on te seas for the first time.
Before the moon had first begun its dance with the earth
Before the mighty bang that began the universe.
OmegaZilla recieved his questions.
And on the day he fills them out, all hell will rise.
The ancient beasts of darkness passed will rise
The sun will engulf the land in its final light
And the particles particles of matter will float endlessly forever, strangely content.
For the information contained in the answers will lift the veil on a face we all love but do not truly know.
FEAR THE DAY THE ANSWERS COME IN! FEAR THE END OF ALL DAYS
Spoiler
The hell did I just type? C :
The truth, Fitz. You posted the truth.
Spoiler
OmegaZilla will be the cause of the apocalypse, and I have chosen the form in which he will destroy us:
Spoiler
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I thought he'd stick to something tried and true, like:
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As this thread has seemingly gone cold again, I wondered, rather than select person A, B or C is there anyone who wants to be interviewed? You don't have to be nonchalant or anything, it won't appear attention-seeking, if you'd like to get your views out there do say.
Someone get Stingray to do an interview!
I wouldn't mind doing an interview but I'm sure people would rather read interviews from the more established members of this forum.
Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 06, 2012, 07:03:33 AMI wouldn't mind doing an interview but I'm sure people would rather read interviews from the more established members of this forum.
Do it! :)
Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 06, 2012, 07:03:33 AM
I wouldn't mind doing an interview but I'm sure people would rather read interviews from the more established members of this forum.
Yeesssssss. We want Vick! We want Vick!
Aww, you guys!
Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 06, 2012, 07:43:00 AM
Aww, you guys!
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'Who would the people like to see interviewed next?'
'You, Mistress!'
Quote from: Eva on Jul 06, 2012, 10:09:42 AM
Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 06, 2012, 07:43:00 AM
Aww, you guys!
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'Who would the people like to see interviewed next?'
'You, Mistress!'
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Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 06, 2012, 07:03:33 AM
I wouldn't mind doing an interview but I'm sure people would rather read interviews from the more established members of this forum.
No we wouldn't, they vomit out their tired opinions 24/7 as it is.
I'll make as many as I can, but please do suggest original questions for RiddleMeTheus you want to know, guys! :)
Quote from: Xenodog on Jul 06, 2012, 10:13:42 AM
Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 06, 2012, 07:03:33 AM
I wouldn't mind doing an interview but I'm sure people would rather read interviews from the more established members of this forum.
No we wouldn't, they vomit out their tired opinions 24/7 as it is.
I'll make as many as I can, but please do suggest original questions for RiddleMeTheus you want to know, guys! :)
Thanks, man! 8)
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Lol so true :D
I can't figure out how to do interviews or questions, but considering how much Riddles seems to enjoy designing avatars and sigs for other posters, I'd like to know more about his creative skills/urges...
I'd love for RiddleMeTheus and Stingray to be interviewed!
Not to be mean, but...who's Stingray?
He's a kind of new guy who mostly hangs around the fan area and rec area, it seems. He's working on an amazing looking fan film, probably the one with the most potential since AVP Redemption.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 06, 2012, 05:14:35 PM
Not to be mean, but...who's Stingray?
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Interview Round Two!
Quote from: ShadowPred on Jul 06, 2012, 05:59:03 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 06, 2012, 05:14:35 PM
Not to be mean, but...who's Stingray?
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p30/ShadowPred/tumblr_m5mzp5tSgp1row2y8.gif
Zooey, go away. No one asked you!
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 06, 2012, 10:14:50 PM
Quote from: ShadowPred on Jul 06, 2012, 05:59:03 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 06, 2012, 05:14:35 PM
Not to be mean, but...who's Stingray?
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p30/ShadowPred/tumblr_m5mzp5tSgp1row2y8.gif
Zooey, go away. No one asked you!
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Ladies and gentlemen, thank you so very much for your patience in this hiatus. Today, I have a guest that some of you may be familiar with. He is a grizzled veteran of Galaxy and currently is the board's former #1 topic starter, with 679 topics having begun at his hand. Please give a warm welcome to Mr.
War Wager!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Either Alien or Alien Resurrection. Uh huh.
Alien for all the reasons others have said and worded better. I'm no doubt in the minority here, but I can't get enough Rez. A vibrant, bizarre mixture of delicious deliciousness if I've ever seen one. The unessescary black sheep of the bunch, but I've always enjoyed it's artsy feel and that wonderfully surreal atmosphere. Music is sensational, so haunting and mesmurising and I think works flawlessly in a lot of the scenes. Casting was great and I didn't think Ryder was that bad either. Don't get me wrong, film making-wise it doesn't hold a candle Scott's, Cameron's or even Fincher's, but it's got a certain charm that keeps me going back for more.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' Name's Greg, a shy but genuine, laid back 21 yr Scotsman that's currently unemployed (what you must think of me) I'm a proper nerd, love a good (or bad) movie, video games and have an awful taste in music. Been thinking about going to college for art, but still contemplating if drawing is really something I'd want to make something more of. Must admit doing concept art sounds pretty cool, but chances of that are slim at this point.
It feels kinda weird answering questions on here. While I've been here over 6 years, I've think I've yet to actually have a proper conversation with someone haha. I'm pretty introverted in real life, so figures. A man of few words that drops his 2 cents every now and again is pretty much who I am. Though considering the post count, that's a lot of cents...
How did you come up with your username?Went through a slew of names, none of which were that memorable. Was trying to think of something short and striking and for some reason those two words popped into my head. Never looked back.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Sure. Especially when I first got into it, which was during the lead up to AvPR. I wrote a few fan wanks (which I pray no-one has the misfortune of reading again) and started making a probably equally bad fan film which never happend. I saw myself getting back into drawing, to the point where I'd even doodle little facehuggers on my jotter when I was bored in French. I think most importantly, I appricate movie-making a lot more. Until I saw Alien they were nothing more than entertainment; I never gave a shitty script or the genuine quality of a movie a second thought. Guess that's a good and bad thing, seeing as I'm more critical nowadays, but to finally see just how powerful and magical movies can be, I'd say it was worth it.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?I will say that my interest has weined over the years. Not that that's a bad thing, it's just settled down to "passionate interest". It's an insanely profitable franchise and will probably live on for a long, long time and I'm always intrigued as to where it'll go next. Admittedly I've been less than impressed with it's latests, but I keep an open mind. Whats come before will always remain though and the bulk of them of so masterfully made and ellude such passion you can't help but continue to admire them.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Like all movie franchises it's went slowly, and at times rapidly, downhill. Though I pride myself in liking all the movies from '04 backwards. I love all four Aliens', and the first two Predators' and genuinely enjoy the first AvP. I think AvPR has been trashed enough, so I'll leave that. Predators wasn't bad, but I didn't find it all that good either. An overly silly, yet well made popcorn flick that thinks it's more than it actually is. A lot like Prometheus.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?Although I'm not as active anymore or in the talkative sense, there's a genuine sense of community here. Everyone has their own story and through time you really get them. The banter, bromances and complete madness you get on here is beyond cute. Warms the heart so I does...
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?A questionnaire during registration so only people over a certain IQ can make an account.
Who is your favourite board member and why?Aw man, I can't answer that. There's so many classy, well rounded folks around here.
What is your favourite curse word?Bugger f**k. It's origins remain unknown.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?"If you think you can do it better here's your chance"
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It was hard not to get caught up in all the hype; I thought the trailers and the marketing in general was brilliant. Certainly made you want to get your butt in seat. Now that I've finally seen it... sigh. Tried hard to go in with an open mind, but I just didn't like what I saw. Wasn't expecting an amazing script, but seriously? The same man that gave us Alien and Blade Runner greenlights
that?! It's a silly, superficial and painfully obnoxious movie that they managed to polish up well. It's got a few good ideas going for it for for sure, but when they try to pass plot holes and crappy writing as "deep, provocative story telling" it makes you wonder why they even bothered. Don't mean to sound like a hater, but if disappiontment isn't the word I dunno what is.
As for the direction they're taking, I don't care much. To say the Alien license has lost it's mojo would be an understatement, so it makes sense they'd want to go in a fresh direction. But, as it stands, it just doesn't interest me. I do miss the old Alien though. I miss the old Ridley too now that I think of it.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?They made a complete bugger f**k of the whole thing, no doubt. Haven't read any of the comics or played many of the games, but they seem to be, for the most part, held in high regard. When it comes to commercial movie making, things always turn ugly; always do when there's major money involved, right? Andersons film had sound ideas; the pyrmaid, the hostile, isolated setting, the connection between the creatures; it's the excecution that was the problem. For all their design flaws, the creatures where protrayed in a way that stayed true to their original incarnations (for the most part)
I think the main problem is that no-one takes it seriously. Bring back the grittiness and film it as a serious piece; man vs monster, survival of the fittest, loss and choas. It could be hella fun too. If they reboot the idea, which I hope they do, I'd be all for seeing the pyramid concept reimagined. With some good sense and experienced talent behind it, I'm convinced a movie like this can work.
I want to applaud you, for having come out of the closet so freely on Galaxy. Were you ever hesitant about it or did it just feel right to you when you did?I'm flattered, but there's no need; shouldn't be that big of a deal to be honest. When I was younger I was always hesistant and even at times scared about letting people know. Course back then I saw it as a burden I had to live with, some sickness that would drive people away and make me less than human. Sad to say it seems like that in many cases; parents kicking their children out on the streets, kids commiting suicide because they can't handle the hate, it's out of control and makes me wonder just what the hell is wrong with the world. Now that I'm more comfortable in my own skin and have grown a little, I know that people in their right mind shouldn't give a toss.
Why do you think there is still so much animosity towards the LGBT 'inner-world' if you will, even in today's society where people are supposedly more educated?Mostly because it's a minority I think. Sterotypes seem to rule our society and "fags" are typically seen as weak, flamboyant, self centred and promiscuous. Those people exist obviously, just as sterotypes exist in all cultures, but condeming an entire group of people based on one extreme? Where's the logic in that? Some people find this hard to believe, but there is no "gay lifesytle" and if there is, I can't imagine it being much different than the "straight lifestyle".
Do you think Hitler was secretly gay?Not with that wardrobe...
I have to admit, I've always had a man-crush on Brad Pitt. The man has class, just like George Clooney. Who's your man-crush?I've always preffered the handsome, arkward type. Not too hot and not bursting at the seams with confidence. Micheal Cera is the epiphany of this. I'm aware many can't stand him, but he honestly makes my heart melt. I want his adobted babies.
Did you naturally feel more attracted towards men growing up or do you feel your orientation is a product of something else entirely?It's definitley all biological.
Obviously at a young age, your mind doesn't fully process sexual attraction, at least not until you reach puberty. It was at that point I realised I had zero interest in girls. We all know it's scary time going through your early teenage years, but it felt tenfold for me. I'd think "Why do all the guys think she's cute and I don't? Mabye I just need to try harder" This was made even worse by the constant homophobic slang you'd hear all the time. For the IQ of some of these people they sure had colourful launguage. It took me a while to finally realise that this wasn't a choice, "all in my head" or everything that I was for that matter. A mutation, defect, people can call it what they want, fact remains it's the way you're born.
With that said, I'm off to love, laugh and live and wish everyone the same! *major cheesy*
Fantastic read. And nice to see some more fellow LGBT members here. 8)
So like, can anyone conduct an interview?
Cuz I'll totally interview Vick. 8)
I already sent him questions.
Goddamit.
Oh well. Answer, Vick!
Quote from: Cvalda on Jul 07, 2012, 10:41:55 PM
So like, can anyone conduct an interview?
Cuz I'll totally interview Vick. 8)
Having you interview me would have been awesome too but I'll get around to the other questions tomorrow. :)
Great interview!
Can't wait for the next :)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 07, 2012, 10:45:29 PM
I already sent him questions.
Well I was...just gonna'...n/m. :'(
Still, this one was really interesting too.
Though I feel slightly ashamed for not knowing War Wager was gay to begin with. :laugh:
QuoteA questionnaire during registration so only people over a certain IQ can make an account.
But then the Prometheus forum would be just about empty.
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QuoteA questionnaire during registration so only people over a certain IQ can make an account.
But then the Prometheus forum would be just about empty.
We need that to happen.
It's a little late to worry about that now.
It's never too late.
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It's a little late to worry about that now.
Delete all the threads and delete all of the spam contributors' accounts!
Simple as that.
Or maybe they should temporarily enlist a bunch of Super Moderators to clean out the gutters of the Prometheus thread, which are littered with the filth of the imbecilic masses who cling so desperately to their opinions that no amount of reason can loosen their grasp.
Let's do this.
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Nuke the entire board from orbit. It's the only way to be sure
Quote from: Cap. Fitzgerald on Jul 09, 2012, 03:27:30 PM
Nuke the entire board from orbit. It's the only way to be sure
But haven't you seen A:CM? Even that won't work! :o
Damn, uh... uh... Maybe we could crash a ship into the board?
Hands up!
*Immediatly raises hand*
"I'll volunteer to pilot the ship."
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By way of popular demand (very popular it would seem!), I have brought in for you all, the biggest Charlize Theron fan we all know...
VICKERS!!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?It would have to be
Alien, without a doubt. I'm a relatively new fan to the franchise having only seen
Alien (for the first time) about 3 years ago. I don't really know why I had put off watching the film for so long although it could be due to the fact that there aren't many films with aliens in them that I like. Better late than never, I guess. My curiousity got the better of me and I fell in love with the film.
The reason why it's my favourite film of the franchise is that there wasn't really anything about the film I disliked. Even though the universe is so vast, the story is intimate and it unravels at a beautiful pace. The characters are great. The practical effects are impressive - they hold up so well. The sets are incredible. Visually, the film still stands stronger than many films released today. It maintains the perfect balance between gore and suspense. I love the fact that the Xenomorph isn't seen too often. And the score is a masterpiece. Everything just works so well together and it is one of the most intense sci-fi films I've seen.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'I was born and raised in South Africa and still live here. Despite general perceptions (largely due to the media only wanting to capture certain parts of South Africa to show to the world), it's a beautiful country. In fact, if it wasn't for the corruption and crime, it would be perfect. I've always been a bit of a creative soul. It started when I was 4 or 5, if I'm not mistaken. I got hold of a box of crayons and decided it would be a good idea to draw on my bedroom walls. My parents got concerned because I had become rather quiet and when they walked in, they were met with my abstract masterpieces. They joked that I was going to be an artist and little did they know at the time that art would always be a big part of my life.
How did you come up with your username?Well, my first username was Vickers. Let's be honest, not much thought went into that one. I liked her ass in the teaser trailer. But mostly the character interested me.
As for this new username I settled on: Prometheus + Ridley + Riddle Me This = RiddleMeTheus. I thought it was clever, even if I'm the only one who thinks so.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Alien definitely gave me even more of an appreciation for practical effects. It's really sad that we don't get to see it much in cinema nowadays. It would be great to see an upcoming film make use of only practical effects as opposed to CGI. It's all about being resourceful and putting lots of thought into the setup. There's really no excuse to not use it. I also wish this 3D gimmick would come to an end once and for all -
Prometheus didn't need it. And neither did any of the films before it. It adds nothing to my film experience. But my thoughts on 3D are better saved for a more appropriate thread in the future.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Well, it's only been a little over 3 years for me since I've seen
Alien. So I can't say that I had much time to lose interest and nor do I see it ever happening. I've always been a fan of films and in the past decade I've taken to the entire process a lot more than I did before. I'm fascinated with all the different elements that go into making a film, not just the end result.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?I love the fact that each film in the franchise had a different feel to it.
Alien was a horror/mystery,
Aliens was an action/thriller and
Alien³ was more of a sci-fi/drama. I would even go so far as to say that I loved
Aliens and
Alien³ (Assembly Cut) equally. While I would rate them slightly lower than the original film, I do feel that this is an example of a trilogy (yes, I said trilogy) where each instalment works and contributes to a greater overall story. As for
Alien: Resurrection, I will block what little I remember of it out of my mind. I caught most of the film on TV about 10 years ago (before I had seen
Alien) and I just remember thinking how terrible it was.
Prometheus, while flawed, is a far better and more sensible entry into the franchise than
Alien: Resurrection, in my opinion.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?Apart from the fact we're all fans of the franchise in some way and actively discuss the films, the community has a sense of maturity (for the most part) which makes it pleasant being here. I enjoy the General Discussion, Recreational Area and General Film/TV Discussion sections the most. But it's the wonderful people that keep me coming back.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?A section for members 18 and older where we can act 12 and younger. But mostly a chat room.
Who is your favourite board member and why?I'm not going to choose a favourite because there's a few people here that I really like and enjoy interacting with. However, I will say that Cvalda was the first person to stand out to me. I immediately clicked with her and her quality griping. It's ironic because we had just recently found out that we first met 7 years ago on IMDb. How awesome and weird is that?! And, on top of that, it was the
Æon Flux board (Sci-Fi and Charlize Theron). The universe works in mysterious ways.
As for the other awesome members there's Eva (Goddess of Strawberries), Space Sweeper (
Fatale Founder), ShadowPred (or Zooey Deschanel being ironic), OmegaZilla (slightly less intimidating than Godzilla), Nightmare Asylum (that character in those TV shows whose face you never see), First Blood (the heartbreaker), RagingDragon (crazy cool), mastermoon (if possible that is) and the few others I'm no doubt forgetting.
What is your favourite curse word?f**k. It can be used in so many ways. For f**k's sake, it's just f**king beautiful you f**kers.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?I am now no longer the one who says, "Ni." I am now the one who says, "Ekke Ekke Ekke Ekke P'tang Zoo Boing Zowzm."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?Now that it's out, I've expressed my views scattered throughout the forum.
In a nutshell: I think the editing and rushed pace of the film is terrible, leaving little to be desired visually (never having the time to appreciate the visuals) and in terms of story - it felt like an extended trailer for the actual film. Too much was cut and shortened. Some of the dialogue and character choices are cringe-worthy. While I didn't hate the score, I felt like it could have been better and in certain scenes there shouldn't have been any score at all. David, Shaw and Vickers were the standout characters. As for the others, they're forgettable.
I didn't hate it by any means but I was left wanting more.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?I haven't seen either of the
AvP films and nor do I plan on seeing them.
Why the sudden love for Vickers? Did her ass really look that good in Prometheus?Well, I wouldn't call it sudden. I was interested in Vickers, along with David and Shaw, since the early stages of
Prometheus. She ended up being one of my favourite characters even after the film was released.
With that said, I think it's safe to say you're a big Charlize Theron fan. What do you admire most about her?She's just one of the best actresses in my opinion. She has this innate ability to play different characters convincingly. And when I see her in a film, I forget about her - that, to me, is what makes an actor/actress a brilliant one. I think there's no better word to describe her than "chameleon." She doesn't have movie star syndrome - the type who play themselves and rely on styling to do the work for them, the type who are stuck in one role their entire career, the type who are bankable for reasons unknown to me. I admire Charlize for her already quite varied filmography. She's always challenging herself and taking on interesting roles - no matter how big or small.
You've become known for your sigs and avatars. Where do you get your creative ideas from?It's really just a case of developing a style over a period of time. I taught myself how to use Photoshop and other lesser known programs. And I've never been one to follow tutorials. When I was a kid and had my first computer, I found my way around on my own and eventually had adults turning to me for help. That being said, I do think all artists (whether intentional or unintentional) draw from different sources. We're influenced by other artists and imagery we find in our everyday life. And I believe our individual styles are a combination of styles from artists who appeal to us and our own personalities and skillsets. Individuality in art is important. Even though my style may resemble another style, I like to believe that I inject individual flavour into my work.
Are you considering becoming, or are already, a professional graphics designer?I do freelance design work but it's not fulltime. I might decide to do it fulltime eventually when I can make enough from that alone or I might just end up working for somebody else. And I'm just as interested in photography as I am with graphic design. At the moment I'm working on a book cover and a poster for an independent film.
Excellent interview, Vick. Thanks for the mention as well, man! :)
And I agree completely with your ranking of the Alien Trilogy. Alien on top, with Aliens and Alien 3 tied for second (despite my initial dislike of Alien 3). I would, however, recommend checking out Alien Resurrection at least one more time and watching it from a different point of view, now that you've seen the others. If you go in thinking more along the lines of a spin-off, its actually really interesting in the way it tackles different concepts such as cloning. Its very different in tone from the first three, and I agree that Ripley should have stayed dead, but AR makes for an interesting watch every once in a while (and call me crazy, but I love the Newborn and and Ripley 1-7 scene).
Thanks bro. Excellent interview. You totally deserve a job in graphics field, btw. ;)
Speaking of interviews Omega...*glares*
Eh ehhh uhhhh LOOK! Kim Kardashian is giving autographs with her booty!
>__>
<__<
it'll come.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 09, 2012, 06:47:08 PM
I will say that Cvalda was the first person to stand out to me. I immediately clicked with her and her quality griping. It's ironic because we had just recently found out that we first met 7 years ago on IMDb. How awesome and weird is that?! And, on top of that, it was the Æon Flux board (Sci-Fi and Charlize Theron). The universe works in mysterious ways.
8)
<3
Excellent interview. My Vick--he is aces.
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Goddess of Strawberries ;D
You know me so well and I'm so gonna steal that moniker... It sure as hell beats the shit out of that other one you've used for me lately on msn ;)
Great interview, very interesting and confirms what we already knew : Vickers is a badass.
I spent a Summer in South Africa a few years ago, if you don't mind me asking whereabouts are you there? Ever been to Kruger? :)
I went to Kruger yonks ago. And Pretoria, Kimberly, Cape Town, etc.
Awesome interview Vick! Loved it. And thanks for the shout out. :)
Quote from: SM on Jul 09, 2012, 11:30:58 PM
I went to Kruger yonks ago. And Pretoria, Kimberly, Cape Town, etc.
I want to go to the Congo Basin and search for Mokele-mbembe. Seriously.
Only 2750 km from Pretoria to Kinshasa. Just round the corner.
Anyway Rachel and the Greatest American Hero found it already.
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They let it go! That doesn't count. I plan on bringing it back and making millions off it's scaly buttocks.
Failing that, I want to go to South Africa and free-swim with Great Whites. Now that actually is a possibility. If I could just remember the name of the chap who takes people down into the water...
QuoteNow that actually is a possibility.
Also f**king stupid.
Where's your sense of adventure?
It's on the boat.
Never get off the boat.
Haha.
Anyway, I just looked into it and Mike Rutzen, the guy who runs Shark Diving Unlimited, only takes people cage diving. He does all the free swimming since he's been doing it for 30+ years.
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Jul 09, 2012, 06:57:55 PM
And I agree completely with your ranking of the Alien Trilogy. Alien on top, with Aliens and Alien 3 tied for second (despite my initial dislike of Alien 3). I would, however, recommend checking out Alien Resurrection at least one more time and watching it from a different point of view, now that you've seen the others. If you go in thinking more along the lines of a spin-off, its actually really interesting in the way it tackles different concepts such as cloning. Its very different in tone from the first three, and I agree that Ripley should have stayed dead, but AR makes for an interesting watch every once in a while (and call me crazy, but I love the Newborn and and Ripley 1-7 scene).
You're right. I should watch it again now that I've seen the first 3. It's just that sometimes it's difficult for me to separate films in a franchise as much as I would like to. If I watch it, I'll watch it alone. I don't want to tarnish my family's impression of the franchise. :P
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Jul 09, 2012, 07:00:42 PM
Thanks bro. Excellent interview. You totally deserve a job in graphics field, btw. ;)
Thanks, man! :) Can't wait to read your interview.
Quote from: Cvalda on Jul 09, 2012, 07:12:32 PM
Excellent interview. My Vick--he is aces.
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Quote from: Eva on Jul 09, 2012, 07:25:21 PM
Goddess of Strawberries ;D
You know me so well and I'm so gonna steal that moniker... It sure as hell beats the shit out of that other one you've used for me lately on msn ;)
NoPlz, Gisele! :'(
Quote from: Xenodog on Jul 09, 2012, 10:44:27 PM
Great interview, very interesting and confirms what we already knew : Vickers is a badass.
I spent a Summer in South Africa a few years ago, if you don't mind me asking whereabouts are you there? Ever been to Kruger? :)
Thank you. 8) I have been to Kruger - it's incredible. Seriously one of my favourite places. I was blessed to be in a position a few years ago where I could go several times. And I still haven't been through most of the park! It's just epic.
Quote from: SM on Jul 09, 2012, 11:30:58 PM
I went to Kruger yonks ago. And Pretoria, Kimberly, Cape Town, etc.
How did you like it? And which part of the trip was your favourite?
Great interview, and thanks for the shoutout. "Fatale founder" sounds so official. :laugh:
Quote from: RiddleMeTheus on Jul 10, 2012, 09:04:24 PM
Thank you. 8) I have been to Kruger - it's incredible. Seriously one of my favourite places. I was blessed to be in a position a few years ago where I could go several times. And I still haven't been through most of the park! It's just epic.
Awesome, always cool to talk to people who've been to the same places. :) I definitley agree, an amazing place and I wish I could go again sometime.
What did you see whilst in there?
QuoteHow did you like it? And which part of the trip was your favourite?
Cape Town. Easily. Table Mountain just so awesomely dominates everything. One of the most beautiful cities I've ever seen.
What's Cape Town like? It seems to be one of the more popular destinations when people travel to Africa.
It's like this...
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It's been a long time since I was there, but it's a lot like any other major city. It's just dominated by a fecking huge mountain. And another one out of frame to the right. Got a lot of photos and video.
From memory it (along with Pretoria) was pretty safe in terms of crime. Never went into Jo'Burg, which was apparently shocking for car jackings etc. Obviously a local would know better though.
Yeah, I've heard that South Africa is a dangerous place to be, Johannesburg especially. I just want to go scuba diving :P
Quote from: SM on Jul 11, 2012, 01:30:26 AM
From memory it (along with Pretoria) was pretty safe in terms of crime. Never went into Jo'Burg, which was apparently shocking for car jackings etc. Obviously a local would know better though.
Yeah, I've never been a fan of Johannesburg. I avoid driving there as much as possible. Once, I didn't set up my GPS correctly and drove through this dodgy industrial area. Worst 10 minutes of my life. I was a mess.
Cape Town, Pretoria and parts of Mpumalanga are probably my favourite places in South Africa.
I remember a local saying Orange Free State was so named because it was free of anything interesting. ;D
I took a cracking photo of a sunset at the side of the N1 not far from Bloemfontein.
Quote from: SM on Jul 11, 2012, 06:16:15 AM
I remember a local saying Orange Free State was so named because it was free of anything interesting. ;D
I took a cracking photo of a sunset at the side of the N1 not far from Bloemfontein.
Indeed!
And I'd love to see that photo of the sunset if you're willing to show it to us sometime.
wow really cool Idea, it's a shame I only just found out about it... Oh well guess I have 70 pages of interviews to read. :)
Oh god.
He's here.
We thought we could just interview him, just give him the questions and leave, that'd he'd leave us after that.
Oh god I aSHYGAh Help me jy862wqlwl/// he's dghxjanh here.
*Wet ripping noise.*
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So give it up for Razorslash!
First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favorite film of the franchise and why?
Aliens. I just think it's a masterpiece, full of suspense and fully fleshed out characters. I cared when a character died in that movie, something I don't do often in newer films.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
Despite what some people may have thought(due to a very long reason I'm not going to explain right now..), I'm just a kid in high school. A sophomore this year. I'm different in the way that, unlike most kids I know, I don't drink or smoke anything, and I'm not one to go to parties. I usually hang out with all my friends during school hours, and just use the remainder to relax at home. I do hang out with a friend on weekends, usually, however.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Perhaps. Movies like the first two "Alien" films have given me the whole "suspense is important" thing, and ever since I've tried to take advantage of suspense in my writing.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Y'know, it's funny, I don't exactly know. Something about the Xenomorphs and the way they work..something about the Yautja and what they do...It just interests me. Something about it keeps me coming back.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Let's just say the AVP movies were a massive step back. Off a cliff. I haven't even seen Prometheus yet. I liked Predators, though.
What is it about the AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
Pretty much the aspect of the forum where, even if you're just a mutual fan of the series, you'll still find a place here with all the general discussion threads. There can be days where I just won't be in the mood to talk about the franchises, and I'll still be able to talk with all those wonderful people on this forum.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
Bring back the chat! Bring back the chat! Bring back the chat!
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
I don't really have a favorite member. I truly think everyone on this forum is awesome in their own right.
What is your favorite curse word?
"Bloody Hell". I'm not even British and I find myself saying it. British slang is the best.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"We have a copy of Gremlins 3!"
So, Prometheus has been released. If you've seen it, what were your thoughts on it and the direction it went in?
I haven't seen it, but I've heard some pretty awful things. Can't really judge for myself, though.
Being the first to enquire about usernames I consider it a unique question still...screw you all.
So, where did 'RazorSlash' come from?
It's hard for me to say. I don't know where "Razor" came from, I remember I would go under the alias of Razor back on YouTube. I don't exactly remember when I added "Slash" to the end of it, but I remember transferring "RazorSlash" to AvPGalaxy.
So, tell us all about your recent breakout hit 'Tales of Horror or something'. Where did the inspiration for both the idea as a whole and Poundcakes himself come from. Surely more than that Simpsons clip?
It's a long story. A few months ago, when chatting with a friend of mine(Who is KNIGHT on this forum), I remarked about strange scratching noises I'd been hearing outback. He suggested I investigate, and, being a fan of cryptids and the paranormal, I took a video camera with me. Despite not being able to see them with the naked eye, the camera caught two eyes looking at me in my backyard. Somehow, I managed to develop that into the story you know today.
The original story actually had a slightly different ending, the one you all read was extended a bit. The story "The Eyes" was written a good 2 weeks before you all saw it. I showed it to my Lit. and Comp. teacher, who said she loved it. I posted the story on my "DeviantART" page, where it received little attention. It didn't really actually get any attention at all until it was posted on this forum.
Do you have extended plans for many more and will Poundcakes become a re-occuring figure in them? Have you considered cross-overs into other creepypastas with him?
I have plans, lots of plans, for not only Poundcakes, but a whole slew of creatures with their own stories. As for crossovers...Not in any serious way. In a humorous depiction, Poundcakes is arguing with Eyeless Jack, an existing creepypasta, over which organs taste better(PC saying the heart, with EJ saying lungs). This was just a doodle in a notebook, though.
Assuming you're aware of the other creeppastas, Slenderman and his brood of offshoots, what is it about them that you love and of course, which is your favourite and why?
Y'know, I'm not actually sure Slendy was the first Creepypasta...Anyway, I just love the atmosphere and the creatures in most of them. As for my favorite...That depends on whether you mean which one I find the creepiest, or the one I like the read the most. Liking to read, would probably be Mr. Widemouth. Something about that story, I just love. I don't exactly know why, but it's one of the VERY few Pastas I've read over and over. As for creepiest? Smile.Dog. Not because of the story, because of that Goddamn picture. Damn that dog and it's souless eyes.
Do you plan on expanding your own past the boundaries of both AvPG and fanfiction (you made a start with your youtube audio vid) into something considerably bigger?
This week...big announcement, my friends. Big announcement. That's all I can say for now.
Would you consider yourself a horror fan in general, or is it this unique brand of internet fiction that grabs you? If the former, what else get your hair on end?
I'm a horror fan, but I don't really like the whole jumpscare thing in recent horror films. I'm not scared by something jumping out and going "BOO!" for 2 hours. Aside from horror movies, I'm both fascinated and frightened of cryptids. It's the sort of thing where I want to see them until I actually do. But, strangely enough, I do think the internet can come up with more...disturbing things. Only the internet could write an entire story about Squidward shooting himself in the head.
Who did you interview again?
RazorSlash.
12th question.
Lol whoops, forgot about that! :laugh:
Edited it in now. :)
Xenodog was being torn apart the entire duration of the interview, by the way.
He's a pro.
Quote from: OmegaZilla on Oct 01, 2012, 08:31:12 PM
RazorSlash.
12th question.
A TV show host does not wait until 30 minutes into his interview before introducing his guest.
Can't believe this thread made it to 71 pages. :o
How does one get to be interviewed?
You just answered your own question. Sit tight!
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 11, 2012, 06:41:09 PM
You just answered your own question. Sit tight!
joy!
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 11, 2012, 10:24:04 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 11, 2012, 06:41:09 PM
You just answered your own question. Sit tight!
joy!
Im ready for my interview! Lets get this party started!
So far screenwriters been the man. Cant wait to read his interview.
Quote from: Sexy Poot on Dec 12, 2012, 07:10:42 PM
So far screenwriters been the man. Cant wait to read his interview.
Nay.. You are the man... even though you are not a man.. According to your profile, lol... U know what I mean.
Anyway.. Im ready for my interview people!
I believe Doomrulz will get to you, but you have to be patient, we all have lives off the computer you know.
Find something else to do for now, I'm sure he'll get to you soon. You'll get a personal message (PM) asking interview questions.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 12, 2012, 07:35:51 PM
I believe Doomrulz will get to you, but you have to be patient, we all have lives off the computer you know.
Find something else to do for now, I'm sure he'll get to you soon. You'll get a personal message (PM) asking interview questions.
Rofl, im not worried. Im only in the forums so much right now because im sick in bed, haha. My wife is at work and my son is at school, so I have nobody to bounce my ideas off of. If anyone knows about lives off the computer its this guy, lol. :)
I just sent them to you.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 12, 2012, 07:45:31 PM
I just sent them to you.
Replied to them, dunno if i just post em here or if you do... Well see i guess, lol.
Yes I received them. And save the pictures for the Pics of Yourself thread, thanks.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 13, 2012, 03:31:07 AM
Yes I received them. And save the pictures for the Pics of Yourself thread, thanks.
Oh...
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi45.tinypic.com%2F2qsqhyw.jpg&hash=e4e2057cbca80838369e66237cffe79acfac25d5)
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 13, 2012, 05:12:30 AM
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
Of course you do.
lol
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:14:48 AM
lol
You caught at too eh?
I mentioned you in my interview.. In a good way.
Of course now I probably won't get interviewed because i stood up for myself and a handful of others.
Loooooooooooooooooooooooooolol.
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:16:21 AM
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:14:48 AM
lol
You caught at too eh?
I mentioned you in my interview.. In a good way.
Of course now I probably won't get interviewed because i stood up for myself and a handful of others.
I'm sure it'll pop up soon enough man.
Quote from: Prime113 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:18:40 AM
Loooooooooooooooooooooooooolol.
Already got me some popcorn dude.
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:20:13 AM
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:16:21 AM
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:14:48 AM
lol
You caught at too eh?
I mentioned you in my interview.. In a good way.
Of course now I probably won't get interviewed because i stood up for myself and a handful of others.
I'm sure it'll pop up soon enough man.
Quote from: Prime113 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:18:40 AM
Loooooooooooooooooooooooooolol.
Already got me some popcorn dude.
I already blocked the kid. Hopefully he steers clear for a while, because I have the uncontrollable urge to make someone cry. But alas, I shall not...
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:22:16 AM
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:20:13 AM
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:16:21 AM
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:14:48 AM
lol
You caught at too eh?
I mentioned you in my interview.. In a good way.
Of course now I probably won't get interviewed because i stood up for myself and a handful of others.
I'm sure it'll pop up soon enough man.
Quote from: Prime113 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:18:40 AM
Loooooooooooooooooooooooooolol.
Already got me some popcorn dude.
I already blocked the kid. Hopefully he steers clear for a while, because I have the uncontrollable urge to make someone cry. But alas, I shall not...
loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool
Quote from: coolbreeze on Dec 13, 2012, 05:23:05 AM
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:22:16 AM
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:20:13 AM
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:16:21 AM
Quote from: Aspie on Dec 13, 2012, 05:14:48 AM
lol
You caught at too eh?
I mentioned you in my interview.. In a good way.
Of course now I probably won't get interviewed because i stood up for myself and a handful of others.
I'm sure it'll pop up soon enough man.
Quote from: Prime113 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:18:40 AM
Loooooooooooooooooooooooooolol.
Already got me some popcorn dude.
I already blocked the kid. Hopefully he steers clear for a while, because I have the uncontrollable urge to make someone cry. But alas, I shall not...
loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool
Fr some reason despite a few of you coming to the guys aid, i still like you. Lol.. Im a nice guy to most, and just a baaaad baaaad man to others. I promise not to make fun of any other Hannah Barbarah illustrations for the duration of my time here.
Henceforth all opposition shall be known as the nameless.. So i can't be accused of flaming those i block.
Like i said to the nameless some time ago before our epic falling out and the destruction of our apparent 3.5 second alliance... I live .... To live. :)
I stir pots and try to have fun, but i would never have been so "harsh" and insensitive, were i not so vexed by the boys audaciously naive stance on the issue.
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:30:03 AM
Like i said to the nameless some time ago before our epic falling out and the destruction of our apparent 3.5 second alliance... I live .... To live. :)
I stir pots and try to have fun, but i would never have been so "harsh" and insensitive, were i not so vexed by the boys audaciously naive stance on the issue.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1118.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk609%2FRudeDogg93%2Fjeremy-renner_o_GIFSoupcom.gif&hash=61961c90fccdc92efa0457ef6633a44b03dfa082)
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:25:21 AM
Henceforth all opposition shall be known as the nameless.. So i can't be accused of flaming those i block.
That's so creative, and here we are thinking that you are a screen writer... :laugh:
:laugh:
Quote from: coolbreeze on Dec 13, 2012, 05:34:51 AM
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 05:25:21 AM
Henceforth all opposition shall be known as the nameless.. So i can't be accused of flaming those i block.
That's so creative, and here we are thinking that you are a screen writer... :laugh:
I still like you, even if that was a jab. :)
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 13, 2012, 05:12:30 AM
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
What do you suggest?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 13, 2012, 05:48:16 AM
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 13, 2012, 05:12:30 AM
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
What do you suggest?
That you baby him.
Too soon? Jokes, people. These are jokes. Humor is good for you.
I just want you all to know, before Doom goes all Dirty Harry on me, that i think the majority of you are great! Even Doom, despite being a little too tightly wound.
Even if i never see you again, you shall know that my demise was nothing but martyrdom at the hands of those who sought to and failed to control me..mind you im not even being offensive. Im merely exercising my right to dissent, eloquently, where applicable, and bombastically where required.
I regret nothing.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg402.imageshack.us%2Fimg402%2F2200%2Foprahgoingnuts.gif&hash=b360e508a0ac500a4fb501613cd096bf47d053e4)
If anyone should be removed it should be those who put good people like myself in the position to open a can of whoopass.
Honestly, the nameless should be removed if he is such a source of controversy, yet still he remains like so many unattended-to children with nobody to discipline them.
Who is this guy?
It's ME!!!
Quote from: First Blood on Dec 13, 2012, 06:17:43 AM
Who is this guy?
Just a man who was crossed and won't go quietly. However, i think I should start a thread called... Wait for it..
Duking it out with screenwriter805
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 06:19:21 AM
Just a man who was crossed and won't go quietly.
Clearly. :P
Quote from: First Blood on Dec 13, 2012, 06:20:18 AM
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 06:19:21 AM
Just a man who was crossed and won't go quietly.
Clearly. :P
Because you were so polite and not sarcastic at all, I shall retire for the night. Congrats. You have succeeded.
Sexy Poot 2.0
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:22:41 AM
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
TK?
Quote from: Vickers on Dec 13, 2012, 06:23:02 AM
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:22:41 AM
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
TK?
I don't think so, TK didn't even cross my mind. Screenwriter says it's someone who was crossed and won't go down quietly, and that doesn't sound like TK at all...well, it could be, but I'm thinking along the lines of someone who possibly couldn't take a joke and tried to go on the offensive over nothing.
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:22:41 AM
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
Me? Im not anybody? Why does that always happen? Someone makes a stir and everyone asks who it is, lol.. Look at my screen name, im not someone else, lol.
I was supposed to get an interview but i think that won't happen now.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 13, 2012, 05:12:30 AM
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
I second this notion.
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 06:24:41 AM
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:22:41 AM
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
Me? Im not anybody? Why does that always happen? Someone makes a stir and everyone asks who it is, lol.. Look at my screen name, im not someone else, lol.
I was supposed to get an interview but i think that won't happen now.
I think you misunderstood my post...or it has to do with the fact that I'm barely entering the forum since I was gone for most of the day.
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:24:22 AM
Quote from: Vickers on Dec 13, 2012, 06:23:02 AM
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:22:41 AM
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
TK?
I don't think so, TK didn't even cross my mind. Screenwriter says it's someone who was crossed and won't go down quietly, and that doesn't sound like TK at all...well, it could be, but I'm thinking along the lines of someone who possibly couldn't take a joke and tried to go on the offensive over nothing.
Ur sort of close.. I made the joke however, and Crazy Rich was being defended by some other people and i was just really offended by the clickyness. I was polite then the kid was being rude, so i took the gloves off, and then Doom was being uptight, i can't stress that enough.. And so now, anticipating an unjust termination, i am merely enjoying my last moments.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Dec 13, 2012, 06:25:35 AM
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 13, 2012, 05:12:30 AM
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
I second this notion.
Only if the follow up questions aren't that much similar to the ones asked before.
Quote from: screenwriter805 on Dec 13, 2012, 06:27:14 AM
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:24:22 AM
Quote from: Vickers on Dec 13, 2012, 06:23:02 AM
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:22:41 AM
I have an idea on who it is, it's clear to me already.
TK?
I don't think so, TK didn't even cross my mind. Screenwriter says it's someone who was crossed and won't go down quietly, and that doesn't sound like TK at all...well, it could be, but I'm thinking along the lines of someone who possibly couldn't take a joke and tried to go on the offensive over nothing.
Ur sort of,close.. I made e joke however, and Crazy Rich was being defended by some other people and i was just really offended by the clickyness. I was polite then the kid was being rude, so i took the gloves off, and then Doom was being uptight, i can't stress that enough.. And so now, anticipating an u just termination, i am merely enjoying my last moments.
I was right. At least now I don't have to around the forum to see what all the commotion was about.
I even apologized to the sophomoric kid, but the damage has been done.. Live and learn.
Well, I wouldn't worry about any mods coming in to make you regret what you said by either suspending you, or banning you or whatnot. As long as it wasn't a real f**king horrible thing to say, then all is well. I've seen people get banned from talking shit about grandmothers to using derogatory words. If you did nothing like that, then it'll pass.
At least my silly behavior is intentional, i am enjoying my time with you all... But some of us on here are much too serious, its kind of sad, considering the forum is for video games, comic books and movies based on a demographic of men between the ages of 14 and 25, end even higher, in my case..
My message is and will always be, just have fun.
Yeah, I can understand that. Apologies have been handed and it should be left at that, if for some reason people won't accept that in the name of fun, then that's up to them. Look at Aspie...everyone says he sucks, and from the beginning Aspie knew it was for fun, and we all know it.
The basic rule of this forum, or any other, is to respect other members. Whatever the forum-wide topic happens to be is irrelevant in that regard.
Quote from: ShadowPred on Dec 13, 2012, 06:33:43 AM
Well, I wouldn't worry about any mods coming in to make you regret what you said by either suspending you, or banning you or whatnot. As long as it wasn't a real f**king horrible thing to say, then all is well. I've seen people get banned from talking shit about grandmothers to using derogatory words. If you did nothing like that, then it'll pass.
No of course not. I would never resort to that.. What happened was this... The Rich kid blew up and said he was leaving, and afterward i said something to disparage his my little pony signature and everyone got riled up.. Mind you.. I, personally did not conceive that, something so trivial would be met with such staunch over protectiveness... Its a my little pony signature.. How can you not joke about it is my view?
The others didnt see it that way. But since then I have just been making it known that i will not be bullied... And I say things thst should not be censored, but no cussing or anything of that nature.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 13, 2012, 06:37:53 AM
The basic rule of this forum, or any other, is to respect other members. Whatever the forum-wide topic happens to be is irrelevant in that regard.
And we've all broken that plenty of times in the past.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 13, 2012, 06:37:53 AM
The basic rule of this forum, or any other, is to respect other members. Whatever the forum-wide topic happens to be is irrelevant in that regard.
Well where were you when he was disrespecting myself and even you? Did you not need to intervene because you knew I could handle myself? Please explain why this boy deserved special treatment?
I had an MLP signature/avatar before, too. Come at me, bro.
Other members on here have them too. People told you to calm down because you were just trying to continue to troll onward after he'd left by shitting on something that people around here always accept as one's on-site idenity; so it's just a blatant and irrelevant attempt to prod at him.
Oh, and you keep refering to him as 'kid' and 'boy'. Come on.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Dec 13, 2012, 05:48:16 AM
Quote from: Crazy Rich on Dec 13, 2012, 05:12:30 AM
I propose that there be reboot interviews for veteran members.
What do you suggest?
Well for questions we could ask questions relating to Prometheus and possibly Aliens: Colonial Marines. Others can contribute ideas.
But my main focus is just 'updating'. I'd like to see members like Corporal Hicks, Space Sweeper and many others interviewd again. I saw some talking about doing these interviews again a while back and I like the idea.
Guys, it's obvious he's refering to me. Ironic, I'm such a bad guy yet I've barely put a finger on him.
And I never saw no apology.
Okay peeps, lets just take a good break from this thread and cool off.
Rich, I like your idea. I'll message those guys and see what's up.
In the meantime, I am locking this thread until further notice.
ATTENTION LADY ALIENS AND GENTLEMEN PREDATORS!!!!!!!!!!!!
That's right, the Inside the Members Studio is back in action after a fourth month hiatus. Did you folks really think I'd forgotten all about it? I was just biding my time, waiting for the appropriate juncture, in the fullness of time.
Anyway, I do remember your requests for follow-up interviews with previous interviewees and I'm still open to the idea. I am open to question suggestions for such interviews so please do feel free to send them my way. In the meantime, I do have members in mind for first round interviews and they're coming up. Stay tuned guys!!! :)
I asked the forum a while back for question ideas to go your way, because I remembered you asking me about it quite some time ago, I think I was ignored.
:'(
Yes! :D
I'd love to see a lot of people followed up - Bat Chain, Sweeps, Vickers, etc.
Also would like some folks to respond to their goddamn interviews...OMEGA!
Quote from: Xenodog on Mar 26, 2013, 10:17:20 PM
Yes! :D
I'd love to see a lot of people followed up - Bat Chain, Sweeps, Vickers, etc.
Also would like some folks to respond to their goddamn interviews...OMEGA!
And Xenodog, Cvalda, Eva, Shadow, Aspie, Deuterium, Blacklabel, Nightmare Asylum, Bane, SiL etc.
Was Bane ever interviewed? I swear he was, but if not...how did we miss that!?
(Edit : I would check but the thread is pretty massive. :laugh: )
Cool, although I'm sure Doom forgot about it and only JUST now saw that it was still locked.
:P
Quote from: Xenodog on Mar 26, 2013, 10:22:04 PM
Was Bane ever interviewed? I swear he was, but if not...how did we miss that!?
(Edit : I would check but the thread is pretty massive. :laugh: )
I was not.
I'm down with being re-interviewed.
Was Vickers interviewed?
Quote from: Rick Grimes on Mar 26, 2013, 11:34:22 PM
Was Vickers interviewed?
Yes, I was. I'm happy to be interviewed again once others who haven't had their chance and others who are going again have had their turn.
Unleash the interviews!
Quote from: ShadowPred on Mar 26, 2013, 10:23:01 PM
Cool, although I'm sure Doom forgot about it and only JUST now saw that it was still locked.
I always knew it was here, jackass!
Quote from: SiL on Mar 26, 2013, 10:36:28 PM
I'm down with being re-interviewed.
You're first in line for those since you asked me a while back.
Lets get this re-opened show on the road!
I thought I would kick of this thread again, with someone I'm sure we're all very grateful for, especially around the gaming season. Get ready for a look into the life of...Ikarop!
First off lets start with the big one. What's your all time favourite film of the franchise and why?
Alien is my favourite one. There's no point on comparing it to any of the other films in the franchise. It's simply unique. I'm not a big Predator fan myself. In fact I didn't really watch any of the Predator films until recent years. Don't judge me! :P
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words 'who are you and what do you do?'
I'm a 24 year old Spanish guy with lots of "free time" and much love for sci-fi. I'm also a senior lab tech and a self-taught graphic artist.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
The franchise has always been an unlimited source of inspiration for me. Also I often find myself comparing most art I see to Giger's work in one way or another. I try to find that subtle "Alien" reference in everything.
We're all brought here by our appreciation of this specific franchise. For you though, what about it keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Games. For me these provide a level of immersion that can't be achieved by other forms of visual art. The process of making videogames is also very appealing to me. Combine that with the amazing aesthetics created by H.R. Giger and you'll have me interested for many years.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
I think the direction the franchise has taken over recent years is essentially what the general public wanted. More of the same. Unfortunately the execution has been very poor in most cases. Hopefully that will change soon.
What is it about he AVPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most? Aside from our mutual love of Giger and Winstons creations.
There's A LOT of talented and interesting people here. Sometimes I even come across people on other places that are fans of the franchise and members of the site. It's almost mind blowing. You can find Alien fans everywhere. I also enjoy public relations and all community driven stuff which can be very rewarding.
If you could change or add one thing to AVPGalaxy, what would it be?
I personally would like the option to use animated avatars and signatures. Other than that I'm pretty happy with the site as it is.
Of all the members on the boards who is your favourite and why?
Pretty much everyone on the staff. They are a lovely bunch. Always willing to help and contribute to whatever is being discussed or planned. I've been here for almost 4 years and it's still pretty much the same faces which is very nice. Outside the staff, there's a few members that crack me up. I enjoy trolling Aspie too. I should do it more often tho.
What is your favourite curse word?
Avada Kedavra.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Already posted.
Ridley Scotts Prometheus is the latest instalment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they took with it?
I enjoyed it for what it was. It's been a while since I saw a film with such nice visuals and photography. The designs weren't half bad either and I can live with the story. It wasn't by any means perfect but it has finally opened the door to something new. I'm very excited about the sequel myself.
Back when Alien vs Predator 2010 was being released, you where the epitome of the saying 'On the Ball'. Can you spoil us by shedding any light on your lightning quick news grabbing ability?
I keep a close ear to these projects. Partially because of my position here and partially because I love learning about all the behind-the-scenes stuff as much as everyone else. There's no secret tho. Just hard work and lots of dedication.
On games - as said - you always got the first scoops, which included the reviews. But what did you personally think to AvP2010 having followed it from mere concept art to going Gold?
My opinion about the game has always been the same. I liked it and enjoyed it quite a bit. As always it could have been better but Rebellion did the best they could, more than some people seem to think, and I appreciate and respect their efforts. It's been kind of interesting to see how many people have gone back to play AvP recently too.
Aliens: Colonial Marines was recently released to mostly negative views. What are your personal thoughts on it - as one following it from the beginning did you ever get the thought it would be a bust?
I've enjoyed the time I've spent covering the game more than the time I've spent playing it to be honest. Some parts of the game were very fun but overall I feel the same way about it as the rest of the community.
Many of the stuff that has surfaced after release was already known to some degree. I guess that I, as well as others, were hoping that things would turn out differently in the end.
Have you always been into games - particularly Alien or Predator ones - and if so what are you favourite from both in and out of the franchises we love here?
Games have been a constant in my life but nothing to do with Alien or Predator unfortunately. I loved a game called Panzer Dragoon Saga back in the day.
I rediscovered Alien about 4 years ago thanks to Dead Space. That's probably my favourite recent PC game. I was a casual Alien fan until I played the very first game of the Dead Space series. Then I realized how heavily inspired by Alien that game was. I started doing some digging and learned about the Aliens RPG game. The rest is history. I have no favourite Alien/Predator game tho.
You recently had your first time we Zbrush with your Prometheus-related fan art. What more can we expect from you both in and out this project and have you always been an artist?
I learned about the whole 3D modelling thing about a year ago when I started working on my Prometheus add-on for Skyrim. Other than that I've always had an interest for graphic design.
The mod is a visual experience in the world of Skyrim. It won't be very lengthy but I hope people will enjoy it. There's a lot of very talented people helping me with it so fingers crossed that it will see the light of day sooner rather than later!
Great interview and just like Ikarop, I'm not much of a Predator fan myself.
Good interview, Ikarop! 8)
Awesome response at favourite curse word. :laugh:
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Let the Revival begin! Ladies and germs, today I have for you an interview with one of the board's most well-known members and perhaps, the one person who always knows how to bring us together for a good healthy debate in any thread (especially the TDKR one). Let me present the one, the only,
Aspie!!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Alien. Not only does it showcase one of the best characters in film, but it's one of the very few movies that actually terrifies.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I am a college student Majoring in Psychology and Minoring in Biology. My minor is Biology so that I can meet the national (U.S.) requirements for admission into medical school, so that I can become a Psychiatrist.
How did you come up with your username?At the age of 6, I was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome. Individuals with Aspergers Syndrome are often called "Aspies".
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?I mean, I don't go crawling around in the vents of my house or anything, but the Alien franchise has showed me that Science Fiction and Horror can be a remarkable combination, if done properly.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Simply, most of the films are timeless. In fact, they are even superior to most, if not all modern cinematic contemporaries. And the universes of both franchises are so broad and fascinating that comic books and novelizations continue to preserve my interest in them.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?I think
Predators was a step in the right direction, and
Prometheus left the door open for more anticipated developments and realizations within the
Alien universe.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?It's a community with similar interests to myself, there are awesome individual members, and it's the best/funniest forum on the internet.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Make
Rocky the official movie of the AVPG website... :P
Who is your favourite board member and why?Damn, that's a tough one. But I gotta show some love for ShadowPred. Awesome, assertive, sweet, fair. ShadowPred is just a totally amazing dude.
What is your favourite curse word?Tremors-sucks
Nightmare Asylum, I think this might be directed at you ;)If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?What I expect he might say:
"Ugh... how do you keep finding your way out of the basement level? Regardless, you ain't comin' in, Aspie".Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?Aside from the characters flaws, it's the second best installment in the franchise. It touched on the origins on the franchise, but ultimately left more questions than answers. Assuming there is a sequel, this excites me.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?Tremendously.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Although I think the first AVP was entertaining and fun, it has been a waste so far. I think taking the human element out of an AVP film would improve it.
Depending on who you ask, you have more or less replaced chupacabras as the resident...well I won't say troll but definitely the site's resident shit-disturber. How do you feel about that?I don't believe I have replaced Chupa. I don't think anyone can. And as for the label "shit-disturber", much like Christopher Nolan's direction on (DoomRulz's fav film)
The Dark Knight Rises, I try my best to ignore it. :P
(Actually, Jurassic Park is my favourite film. He don't know me very well.)I'm honestly confused as to how to pronounce your name. Is it, "As-pie" or "Ass-pee"?Azz-p
Godzookie. Dude, why?He's the second most significant/enjoyable character in the
Godzilla universe... DEAL WITH IT AVPG.
f**k yeah, Aspie...love ya brudda!
Hey Shadow, have you been interviewed yet?
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Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?
Aside from the characters flaws, it's the second best installment in the franchise.
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Godzookie. Dude, why?
He's the second most significant/enjoyable character in the Godzilla universe... DEAL WITH IT AVPG.
That's our
Aspie :laugh:
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Hey Shadow, have you been interviewed yet?
Last year by Sweeps.
The post when he interviewed me is in the spoiler tag below:
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WELCOME back, everybody to Inside The Members Studio! I'm Space Sweeper, and I'll be your host for tonight (I don't care whether it's day or note), so sit back, relax, and prepare to let this sexy interview flow over you and make you tingle in all the right places.
TONIGHT we have with us, a guest best known for Zooey Deschanel GIFs, avatars, and signatures, long-time membership, contstant , site veteran, and one of my oldest nigguss on the site, ShadowPred!
First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
I would have to say Predator. Aliens is a very close second, but Predator is my favorite ever since I saw it in 1994, and since it introduced me to Sci-Fi movies. It was also the first time I saw Arnold Schwarzenegger in action, and from there I pretty much watched everything he was in. Everything about Predator was amazing, I loved the Predator's design, I loved the setting, the action was awesome, I really enjoyed the actors and what they brought to each of the character's. It's a film that has been a part of me for a long time and it's something I won't ever forget.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
Well I am a 22 year old man-child, I live with my family in a two bedroom apartment, I am the middle child (naturally), I have Mexican blood in me, so obviously I am bi-lingual and I am currently attending college with no luck in finding a job, although interviews are more frequent, but actually getting the job is another story. I'm a self proclaimed geek, an amateur writer who can't write for shit, I do lots of drawing and have been doing so since the 5th grade. I'm a fan of film, any genre suits me as long as the movie is good, but I am a huge fan of anything Sci-Fi. I enjoy my tv, and I am a loyal friend, so I am true to my word, kind, reliable, whatever you see is what you get, and yes, I do portray myself here on this forum as I do outside of it.
I used to be an avid video game player, I don't think there was a moment back in my elementary, and junior high years where I wasn't an expert at them in regards to how to play this game, where you have to go, cheat codes, when will this game out, what games are going to come out, etc. Nowadays I am just a casual video game player, not as crazy I used to be, but I still get glued to the couch whenever I play any video games that are really good. As I said earlier I draw. Currently trying to get my major in Art - Illustration, thinking about double majoring in Graphic Design as well. So yeah, although I don't show any of my drawings on this forum, I do draw, A LOT.
How did you come up with your username? Combination of two sexy sounding words? Drunk night? "I was young"?
This one is going to be short. I came up with it a long time ago, back when I was lurking the forum in 2003 to 2004. I finally decided to register after wanting to actually discuss my thoughts on the upcoming AvP film, so I searched around for a username. I came across a member known as Shadow, I digged the name, and seeing as how I was (and still is) a Predator fan, I went ahead and mixed the two, so I got ShadowPred out of it, and I've been stuck with it ever since, and I can't see myself not ever having that username, unless of course you do some digging and find out that I called myself Joker during the time where The Dark Knight was being hyped up.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
I'll assume this is a follow up to the first question, so I'll go ahead and say yes, Predator did in fact influence me. After seeing that film, I became a major fan of Science Fiction and went ahead and saw other films of the genre. I saw Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Predator 2, Alien, Aliens, and Alien 3. All in that same year. Predator made me a fan of Arnold, so I saw his other films during 1994, ended up becoming an Action movie fan, I saw the film Junior the following year on VHS and I became a fan of comedy, you can see where this is going. Predator made me branch out into different directions in regards to film, I became a fan of Sci-Fi, Action, Comedy, Thriller, Horror, Suspense, Mystery, and a few other genres in just a year or two.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises (well, eh, most of them); What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Well I have currently said that I don't come here for my love of the franchises anymore, but what still keeps me interested in the films, and still currently a fan of them, is that they are a huge part of my childhood. I keep saying that 1994 is the year I saw Predator and all that, and that's because that's the year where so much happened in my life, and where most of my memories of my childhood are from. I loved the crap out of the Predator, and Alien movie franchises, and I still am. The movies are also absolutely amazing, which goes without saying, and maybe except for a few, but I know that we can all agree that all the films are better than what came after them. And they are still fun to watch, I watch all of them whenever they show up on tv, and on whatever language, and I still do pop in the dvd of the films that I own, although I do find it shocking that I don't own any of the Alien movies, at all, but that's a work in progress.
What are your thoughts on how the each series (and that unfortunate binding of them) has developed over the years?
Well I can't really say much about AvP( the games are good though), because we all know that it was before Alien 3, and I think possibly before Predator 2, that Alien and Predator were fused into a single universe when the the first comic book depicting them together was shown. I can't comment on the comics, since I completely missed out on them. Although I was introduced to comics at an early age, in no way did I ever buy them, too poor to do so. So I can't say anything on that, but I guess I can talk about the two AvP films...here we go once again.
AvP, to me, is a movie with wasted potential. Anderson got the job done, in that he did a film where we got to see both Sci-Fi creatures on screen together. That's about it, we all wanted to see this movie, we were all excited for it, we were beyond hopeful. In the end, mostly everyone hated this movie, myself included, I hated it for really stupid fan-boy reasons, and as I grew older I hated it for how it veered off from what made the Predator and Alien special to all of us.
AvPR is a film that to this day I like, my bias for the Predator is too great for me to not like it. Having said that, I understand why this film is also hated, and I still have my own dislikes as well, the biggest problems for me would have to be the Predator pistol, and the Power glove, two major problems out of many that I have with this film. I will point out that this movie had more mixed reactions than AvP, the majority just hate the first one, it's hard pressed to find anyone that liked it. Not sure how that applies to today, but back when AvPR was released, the mixed reactions were pretty clear to me.
Now on to the singular franchises themselves.
Predators -
I honestly didn't see how this movie wasn't going to get made. After seeing AvPR I was convinced that the Predator movies would continue on. When Predators was announced, I was happy, a lot of us were. Most of us read the script to RR's original script, and although I was happy with the announcement of Predators, I couldn't help but feel worried that they would have gone with RR's original script. I wasn't wrong, although it's not the same script, a lot of the elements from it made it to the film. Before the film even came out, a 1st or 2nd draft was released on the internets, I read it, I bet we all did, and I didn't like what I read, biggest problem for me was how one of the supa predators, I believe it was BSP, deflected the bullets from the mini-gun with its shoulder cannon that somehow also turned into a mini-gun, and that plasma mini-gun somehow deflected the bullets with its own bullets...it...it was stupid, no way that you can calculate where every single on of those bullets would go AFTER it started to fire, there would be no time to activate the shoulder cannon- turn it into a mini-gun, analyze the situation, and then act in the way it did.
Predators finally came out, and once again we had a mixed reaction. Once again I enjoyed what I saw, once again I begin to ask if it has to do with my bias for Predator, I don't know. Maybe in a few years I'll watch all the films again, and see how I react to them. I am happy that we finally got our Predator 3 after all these years.
Prometheus -
I honestly didn't think that the alien franchise would continue, especially after the bastardization of the Alien franchise in AvPR, but I believe it's a bit unfair to say this movie as being a part of the alien franchise, although a lot of elements are pretty clear in showing that this is a prequel, and in the same universe, I do want this to be stand alone, so I'll say that I am glad that we are getting another part of the story being told, it's been a long time coming, and I don't doubt that this film will be loved by all of us, I can't see how it could fail at this point.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most? Anything that really hooks you to the site? At least 75% of the people that've answered this question so far have said "the members" or some variation-- you gonna break the mold?
I've said it before in the forum, so I'll say it here too. What I enjoy the most is the members, sorry for not breaking the mold, but I can't be that person ;D I came to this site because of my love for the films, over the years I have let myself not get too hyped up, and I think that that is pretty clear when it comes to seeing how much I have discussed the recent AvP game, A:CM, and the film Prometheus, although I did leave for a year due to computer problems in regards to the latter.
My love for the community has kept me here, I will even say that if you never came along, I definitely wouldn't be here, because I will dare say that all the fun that is in the recreational board is after you influenced me to just have fun on this site, and lots of others joined in as well (in just being awesome always), it's hard pressed to see anyone who frequents the recreational board who isn't having the time of their life in hilarious and random conversations, we even take that hilarity to other boards whenever we click on them. So yeah, the members have kept me here, I enjoy the hilarity that always ensues, I love how we do show that we care for one another despite just being a username and text on a screen. All in all we are all here because of the community, without having someone to talk to that enjoys the Alien, and Predator franchise, we wouldn't be here, and wouldn't have branched out to other parts of the forum.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
A better search button.
Who is your favourite board member and why? f**k, it's mastermoon, isn't it.
Who have I said has always been the coolest member on this forum? There's your answer Sweeps. Your energy and creativity (when you did that whole thing with the evil version of you years back) really made you stand out, and I became a fan, simple as that.
Now we all know that you're a massive fan of various forms of music, it's no secret, and this question was bound to be asked: If you could boil down a list of your all-time favorite artists to three (and why), who would they be?
The Cure
The Kills
Joy Division
The Cure I love the most, and is my all time fave, because their music is such a sweet blend of joy and sorrow, it's hard pressed for me not to try and find out why I love a song, I sometimes see the sadness in it, and sometimes I see the joy in it, and It's amazing how whenever I am sad, happy, or angry, I always can relate to any one song that I end up playing. Even my personal text is a quote from The Cure's front man Robert Smith, and I tend to f**king agree with him every single time.
The Kills are a very close second, they are so close that I almost tend to put them at the number one spot. I was first introduced to them when I was watching Late Night with Jools Holland, and I liked what I saw. The Kills energy on stage is absolutely amazing, they PERFORM on stage, it's not just music that is being heard. The sexual tension that I and a lot of people see is something that I think really is a big part in why I like this band so much. Their songs are just awesome, and are just too good to pass up. Thankfully I bought tickets to see them this August.
Joy Division, god, how f**king sad a lot of these songs are. Great band, with great energy. All four members were just amazing when put together. Individually I can't say they would be good at all, but together it's like seeing magic happen. The bass is in your face awesome, and is a big reason why I love this band, I am fan of bass, never touched one though, but if there was one instrument I would like to learn and to master, it would be the bass, in all it's forms.
What is your favourite curse word? It can't be mothershitf**k. I already picked that one.
Damn, I hardly ever think of what curse word I use the most, let alone which is my favorite one. I do love using the word f**k, or f**king, so I guess the F-word is my fave to use, it's a f**king classic anyway. Hell, I flipped a kid off with my middle finger during kindergarten. I guess it is my fave word to use verbally and non-verbally.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Well seeing as how I would have to enter past the pearly gates (after telling St. Peter that the meaning of life is that "Every rose has it's thorn, just like every night has it's dawn.") to even speak with god, I would say: "So that's what you look like. Cool."
Shit man, you've been away for a while! I mean, you've been here on and off a bit, so it hasn't been absolute torture with you showing up a couple times a month, but you must've had quite a lot going on in your life without the inclusion of Galaxy to block you from your full potential (as it does to so, so many of us ;)); anything you've been into lately?
Well lately I did get back into video games. I've been looking up what big news has been released so far, and what I should be expecting. So I'm getting my training wheels out, because I haven't been so into this in a long while.
I also have been watching a lot of more Let's Play videos on youtube (xbox has youtube, yay!), and a lot of other commentaries, I am currently a huge fan of Robbaz right now, and I recommend you and everyone else to watch his game commentaries and Let's Plays'.
Have you gotten the message from Hermes that Prometheus is gonna be the shit yet? What are your thoughts on the movie so far? I understand you've kept yourself in the dark during your absence.
I haven't yet. >:(
My thoughts on the movie are very much positive, just about everything about this movie makes me happy, I want this movie to succeed, and I bet it will. The soundtrack is something that I enjoyed listening to, and just adds to my positive outlook on it. We all have our theories on what is happening, or what will happen, and I believe most of what I think has already been said by other fans, and are probably much better.
As you've mentioned before numerous times, you draw in your spare time; unfortunately, we haven't seen much of this yet to much of an extent-- any plans for the future? What kind of things do you often find yourself drawing, if there's a pattern in there?
Yeah, the reason why no one has ever seen anything, except for that one Predator drawing I did back in Jan. 2007, is because I don't have a scanner. If I had one, I would definitely be making complete drawings and posting them up.
My plans for the future is to get my gesture drawings to the point where I can draw just about any position that the human body can possibly do. I will want to move on to drawing animals, because I have never tried my hand at it in a serious manner, so that's the next step. Also I am still trying to find out what style best fits for me, what I am currently seeing is that it's a bit of a mix of a cartoonish and photo-realistc style. So I think I am nearly finding out what best works for me.
Right now I am currently doing drawings of my characters for my planned web-comic The Empowered. Just doing sketches of what the characters look like, and will look like later on as the story progresses. So I am doing a few of these concept sketches, gesture drawings, life-drawings as well since I am currently doing drawings at school from live nude models, which is getting a bit repetitive at this point to be honest, but it's very much necessary if I even want to get anywhere with my skill set.
On a similar topic, and going back to 'spare time', have you utilized your time away from AvP Galaxy to develop you artistic skills or a particular style you feel comforable in?
Well as I've said about I am currently doing live drawings of nude models, and that is definitely helping a lot when dealing with proportion, scale, how the human looks when its doing a certain gesture, I can definitely say that my drawings have gotten much better in a short amount of time. My style of drawing is still in the photorealistic and cartoonish stages. Now I didn't make this clear before, but when I talk about my style of drawing, I am only referring to when I draw the human figure, everything else is pretty much easy to do photo-realistcally, buildings, fruit, cars, etc. Although there are a few exceptions.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
I see it as wasted potential, as stated before, I can't comment on any of the comic books, but the films really don't do the concept justice, the only thing that comes close to doing it justice that I have experienced is the first two AvP games. That's good shit right there. Everything that made the films special, in the matter of mystery, suspense, pacing, characters, etc. It's all there, or at least I tend to see that.
I'll stop talking soon, I promise, but I've gotta ask... what makes that lovely Zooey Deschanel so irresistable to you?
The way her personality just comes out as bubbly. That's the only word I can use that describes her to me. She's so jubilant, and a lot of the characters she plays are jubilant. It's fun to watch, and those gifs are just amazing. She can also act as well, so for those who are naysayers, just go watch her earlier stuff, and the rest of the independent films she's been a part of. Not saying that she doesn't do any bit of acting right now in the last few years, just saying that's she way more than just a pretty face. A successful musician and actress, and what I perceive to be a fun personality, it's hard to resist her awesomeness.
Rainbows and Butterflies. ;)
I totally agree (written before answer recieved, hopefully he didn't respond by calling me an assbackwards-idiot). Last question, mah boy: Crack cocaine or AvP Galaxy?
Cocainum!
Although that's what both are anyway.
I totally agree (same deal, hopefully he said cocaine).
Special thanks to our guest ShadowPred for taking the time to answer my burning questions, and a love-filled thanks to you, the sexy, beautiful audience for tuning in!
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Space Sweeper, out.
Awesome interview, Aspie! Although...
Spoiler
The Dark Knight Rises > Green Lantern
Most films > Green Lantern
Deal with it. :-*
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What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
I think Predators was a step in the right direction, and Prometheus left the door open for more anticipated developments and realizations within the Alien universe.
YES!
Shame both were poor efforts though.
;D
Excellent interviews, Ikarop and Aspie. :)
I've got more in the works you beautiful sons of bitches, so sit tight.
If I may suggest something, can we update the interview questions and change it up a bit?
Sure, what did you have in mind?
Can't think of any right now. We don't have to change interview questions for future interviews, just those who have already been interviewed. Wouldn't like to be asked the same question twice.
Yeah, that's what I was going to do for the follow-ups. If you have any ideas, feel free to PM me.
Awesome!!! Glad this is up and running again!
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Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?
Aside from the characters flaws, it's the second best installment in the franchise.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Mar 27, 2013, 04:57:53 PM
Godzookie. Dude, why?
He's the second most significant/enjoyable character in the Godzilla universe... DEAL WITH IT AVPG.
That's our Aspie :laugh:
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Quote from: Vickers on Mar 27, 2013, 05:09:17 PM
Awesome interview, Aspie! Although...
Spoiler
The Dark Knight Rises > Green Lantern
Most films > Green Lantern
Deal with it. :-*
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Quote from: Shasvre on Mar 27, 2013, 06:01:23 PM
Excellent interviews, Ikarop and Aspie. :)
Thanks :-*
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Good evening folks. I'd like you all to meet a dear friend of mine from around these parts. A man who shares my passion for unbridled discipline on display in a steel cage yet somehow not my passion for a recent motion picture featuring a flying rodent. I give you,
ScardyFox!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Oh thats easy for me. It's definitely Aliens. My love of that film probably has more to do with the timing of me seeing it more than anything else.
But first about Alien
I first saw Alien when I was in 1st grade. I remember this so distinctly because of the absolute horror it did to my little mind. I saw a commercial for Alien when I was watching TV with my mother, it caught my attention as well (and tightly) as any morning Saturday cartoon. It was on a Sunday night at 10 pm. Far too late for a first grader but that still didn't dissuade me from asking if I could watch it. I mean, you never know, right?.
That said though of course the outcome was to be expected. A clear cut, don't bother to beg or give a whinny "mooOom", NO.
Well, that no was really more of an inconvenience more than anything. I never missed Creature Double feature, so a monster connoisseur such as myself was obligated to see it. It was my duty after all to study up on these things. I had a TV in my tiny room (I think it was a 10 inch) and I always slept with my door closed because I was a big boy -- and big boys aren't afraid of the dark. The plan was set and my mind made up.
Well, long story short (since I should be talking about Aliens) I learned there was a rather large difference between Godzilla (my favorite on Creature Double Feature) and Alien. It scared me like... a first grader... sneaking to watch something... he shouldn't... or whatever colorful metaphor you'd like to place there. What was worse is my rather brave and grown up self couldn't even get into my mothers bed that night, she'd know.
I had nightmares for years.
In comes Aliens. My sister and her boyfriend brought me when I was 10. The movie was scary, exciting, made the theater as a whole jump several times and had my first on screen crush. I loved Newt, I loved Hicks, I loved how mom went back to save her child - she was so brave just like my mom (and every other kids mom who saw it would think). It had everything!
I think in large part I was just at the right age for a lot of the elements to sink into my mind and let my imagination do the rest. Aliens is probably the second most watched movie of my life. Second only to Transformers the movie (1986). When I was a bit older the comics came out, the RPG, etc etc. These things only solidified and peeked my interest that much more.
When the aforementioned comics, books and RPG stuff came out for Aliens it gave me more food to eat up about this wonderful movie. Cameron painted a well detailed universe to read about yet at the same time a very nebulous one as well. Yes, a bit of an oxymoron thing to say but this let a persons imagination soar and churn. In particular a young person who watch his movie a couple of dozen times by this point.
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Thats me in a nutshell. 36, Nutritionist who loves his children. I have worked in medical for over tens years. I teach BJJ when I can and use to tutor History/English and mentored kids at the youth club in Fitchburg MA. I'm a bit of a nerd hybrid. I love Sci Fi and Fantasy. Loved anime when I was younger. Like videogames, etc etc etc. While at the same time I love sports (both watching and playing when younger), love martial arts, do strength training, love political discussions and all that jazz too.
How did you come up with your username?Eh, pretty boring really. My better half use to frequent another message board. Her name was scardydog (named after her Yorkie that was scared of her own shadow) and when I joined the board I just used ScardyFox. Somehow it stuck and I use it for almost everything. Our daughter uses scardywolf for her PS handle.
Silly, but somehow it stuck.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?My life? No, not really. I just really liked the movie as a kid and t stuck for all these years. Thats about it.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Well, like mentioned before it had a powerful hold on me as a kid.Nowadays I just live in hope that a good movie will come about someday.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Well, seeing as I joking refuse to acknowledge the existence of Alien 3 and 4 that should explain enough.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?AvP board is probably the strangest board I have ever belonged to in some ways. yet at the same time it is the perfect storm. There is a great hodgepodge of Alien fans, Predator fans, anime fans, sci fi fans, fantasy fans, comic fans on and on. It has everything.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Nothing - then it wouldn't be the same.
Who is your favourite board member and why?Thats a tough one. I don't think I have ever thought about it. In fact I have been here a few years now but haven't posted much till the past year with a bit of... at times lol... a tumultuous splash. Theres a lot of people I like actually - most of them probably don't even know I do. However, if I have to pick one it would have to be aspie. He was the first person to understand my sense of humor. In fact he got it instantly.
I can't count the number of times I have had to explain I am not being serious - why would I mean that? This is the only board I have ever had to explain that on. Never mind several times. So yeah, I guess aspie because he makes me laugh and we have a sacred pact with each other. In fact, I feel as though after this is done that pact will be acted upon....
What is your favourite curse word?asshole
Apparently its a very American swear. I once had a friend here (in the UK say to me) if even I had a perfect accent everyone would know you're American because you say asshole and mutherf**ker.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Wow. I have never though of that even being a Christian.
Well... at the risk of sounding... something... I guess I'd like to have him say your mother and father are waiting for you.
I'd really like that.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?In short I think it was trash for the most part. The only thing I have really taken away from it is the bitter arguments that manifested because of it. If you think its trash you're somehow not understanding the brilliance of the movie. Because it was so... deep... or something.
Do I think it added anything? No, not really, I think it took away more then it added.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?All that said above, yes. Good or bad whatever keeps the franchise going is good for us all. Its a numbers game. Sooner or later a good movie will come out and hopefully steer it back in the right direction permanently.
Sooner or later.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Yes, absolutely. In short not have it on earth, give it writers and directors who give a damn.
You're one of perhaps seven MMA fans on this forum. What excites you about the sport and who is your favourite fighter?Ohh, I like this question.
I have been a fan of the sport since the very first UFC. I'm not sure which year it was in High School but a friend (Chris Wright if memory serves me) invited us to watch it on PPV at his house. I was blown away from the whole thing. At that point in my life I studied Kung Fu heavily, Iaido and Kendo and dabbled in Aikido. I loved fighting movies and was/am aggressive by nature.
It literately fulfilled every aspect of that part of my being. Styles Vs styles. Real. Awesome. I remember that sumo guy getting dropped and as he tried to get up he got his tooth kicked out of his mouth and showing it (in slow motion) flying into the stands. Again, I was blown away. This was totally new on TV and for a teenage boy (into combat sport) an absolute treasure.
I'm not sure when but it was several years after that I started to train in BJJ, in particular with the Gracies. I remember the first time I met and trained with Royce lol. He was walking to the counter I was standing at and I stiffened up, puffed my chest out and gave him a very manly stiff nod. It was ridiculous lol. He looked at me, gave me a big smile and a nod and walked on by.
I was such a doof in retrospect.
So long story short, I have been a fan since day one - it's been in my life for a very long time.
As for my favorite fighter? Thats easy. I give you, with amusing irony (older MMA fans will get after reading above)
Kazushi Sakuraba
Damn shame PRIDE battered him into early retirement
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If you could put together the ultimate MMA fight team, who'd you pick?Not including Champions of right now (to make it interesting) and people in their prime...
Saku
Fedor
Wandy
CroCop
Satoko Shinashi for... personal reasons... yeah, personal.
:)
If an Alien and Predator were to fight it out in an MMA match, who do you think would make good corner men for them?In the Alien Corner I would put
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They seem to basically speak the same language.
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Ronda Rousey vs. the Newborn. Who's prettier? I mean, sure Ronda's a human and all but the Newborn's giant vag looks like it could handle a big one!All I can say is
THREE WAY OR NO WAY.
Awesome interview. )
Go Scardy!
Good job, Doom and Scardy. 8)
Excellent interview Scardy!
Glad to see this thread revived. Keep it up. :)
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Good morning everyone. Today on my interview schedule is one my very favourite forum posters as well as one of my favourite human beings. Some of you may know her as Sizzy Derp, Sizzy Raptor, Natasha, but around here we call her
SizzyBubbles. Clap your hands!!!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?The original ALIEN. It's just always been fantastic all around to me. The nitty-gritty claustrophobic atmosphere, the sounds, and the Alien. The alien was spooky as shit! And my most favorite design.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'Man? YES I'M SO MANLY. SO STRONG. *viking roar*
I am, for the most part, an artist for fun as well as doing a bit of freelance goodies. I draw anything from dinosaur restorations, reptiles, other paleoart, designing my own creatures, and dabble in cartooning. I pretty much stick to traditional media, but sometimes get my photoshop working :P I have a passion for dinosaurs (ASK ME ABOUT DINOSAURS), and have a love and appreciation for all things reptilian. That being said, I also do some reptile keeping as i am fond learning, caring for and handling different kinds of our scaly friends. Taxidermy is one of my more weirder hobbies :3 As in I will "deflesh" a dead critter and clean its bones for display. In other words, I collect skulls.
CATS. I also like cats... and coffee... and making coffee... and hiking... and metal... and video games... and instrumental music... i like lots of things...
Other then that i don't do much... work away being a productive member of society, follow the rules, pay bills, staying active, go home and roll on the floor :laugh:
How did you come up with your username? "Sizzy" has been my nickname since the 1st grade. It was based of a dino-creature i created and my friends at the time decided to call me by its name. It mainly sticks around now-a-days as a handy usuername while some older friends still refer to me by that name.
"Bubbles" is a weird one. Mainly because I just love bubbles themselves, but I've also been told i have a bubbly personality. There. Now you know my secret identity.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?OHHhhhhhh in so many ways. The alien design has always been one of my favorites and greatly inspired my artwork (as i am into creating my own creatures). Think they really curved my interest for faceless beings... that are predatory... and have sharp teeth... The Alien films also got me into and gave me a great appreciation for creature horror.
As for the Predator films...I just really like them. LOTS. But I really can't think of how they have influenced me...other than being bombtastic creature movies.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?I don't know. They are just timeless as they have stuck with me though all these years. Even if there is nothing happening (no games or film) I still enjoy watching the "old" movies and playing the games. I buy the Blu-Rays, I buy the NECA toys, I buy the new books, and I just keep throwing money at anything having to with the franchise (hopeless). It seems to have stuck with me since the mid 90's and never wavered. My friends seem to know me as, and introduce me as, the person that likes dinosaurs and Alien/Predator things.
ICE BROKEN.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?As in from the beginning to now? Seems to have been real strong back when the AVP franchise first hit it big.. .loads of toys, games, comics, tons of comics... But the last few years it has been good to disappointing film wise (but i like them. suck my dick), the games have been fun if anything except for the WTF that Aliens:CM was...but the toys have been booming! Thank you Neca!
Over all i think the series is trying to revive itself...but maybe needs more work...either way i'm not sure if it will be as big as it once was, seemed to be at its end in the 90's. I dunno. Things seem to be on the down low.
I will never stop loving you though <3
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?Constant Alien and Predator goodness. Guess it's just cool to be around a bunch of people with the same obsession. A/P fans are hard to come by and I really enjoy the discussions. I've also made a couple RAD friends that I originally met here that are now REAL LIFE RAD FRIENDS. Bringing people together~
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Tone down the General discussion forum X)
Also there seems to be a lot of hate mongering around here at select films and games. I'm sorry, you are not the guardian of AVP...let's just all be friends.
Editor's note: that last line; where's the fun in that?Who is your favourite board member and why?I'm sorry I can't pick a single favorite member :) RidgeTop, DoomRulz, and Omegazilla have always stood out the most and we all seem to retain a friendship outside of AVPG. I've had had regular, friendly interactions with other members such as Corporal Hicks, Snowdog, Ghost Rider, and a few others who's names i can't recall. Everyone is a friendship!
What is your favourite curse word?DICKS and PISS and AH CRAP. ;D ;D ;D and BUTTf**kING is a good one too ;D
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?You're asking me? The one that believes that when you die...nothing happens. Okay I'll entertain you...if, If, IF there is a higher power I sure hope they commend me for my good behavior in life.
I also believe the bastard owes me an biiiiig apology for what he has done to me and my family. And I will murder him.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?I'm still on the fence about that. While I enjoyed the movie as a whole, I'm disappointed at where they went with the space jockeys. Still it could go into a cool direction...who knows.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?Hell yes it does. Give me MOAR.
moar deacon kittens.
and David touching things.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Nope. I like the films (suck my dick) and I would def like to see more of them. A lot could be improved... like make them more alien and predator focused, aka less human drama, and make it in the future space year 400 billion like the Alien films or even most AVP comics. But that's just me. I believe a great move could be made with the right stuff.
You're the biggest dinosaur freak besides myself around these boards. What sparked your interest in these animals?I've been told by my parents it been an interest of mine since I was capable of showing interest. I guess as a very young child I would always reach out for the dinosaur toys and such when I was taken out shopping. It's been my thing since the beginning!
Since then that interest has grown into a passion...I love to read and expand my knowledge of them NONSTOP. They have greatly influenced my art and style seemingly unknowingly throughout my life long love for them.
Which dinosaur is your favourite and why?
There you go again. Making me pick just one.
Allosaurus seems to have endured as my childhood favorite. Mainly Allosaurus
fragilis. Can't say why...I just always liked its look really...and I love the theropods. Nowadays I still like learning about the beast and am always finding out new things... he's also a local ;)
Dromaeosaurus, Carnotaurus, Xenotaursosaurus, and Suchominus also make my heart squishy.
Being a dinosaur freak, do you think Jurassic Park has had a negative or positive impact on dinosaurs' place in popular culture?Both. But more positive. Seems to still be one of the best dino films on the market still (timeless) and parades some nice CG dinosaurs. Negative because people think that velociraptors are 6 foot tall lizard monsters with broken wrists.
What are your thoughts on Jurassic Park IV so far?Umm, f**kin finally? I'm mainly just curious to see where they take it. (please no dino/human mutants) Like, how are they gonna get a bunch of eatable humans to the island AGAIN? You think they would have that place on lock-down! I'd like to see a one person against the island survival style...maybe dive into some more "secret" dinosaurs like the Spinosaurus in the 3rd film as he wasn't on the original created dino list. I just really hope its good X|
Papo or Schleich?Papo. They have some great collectable dinosaurs figures along with other animals. I own quite a few of the JP-like dinos and they are of excellent quality, detail, and sturdy. Schleich's (dinosaurs) are dated and seem to make good kids toys, but not great for adult enthusiasts like myself.
Kenner or Hasbro?You're talking to a girl who is both a JP fan and Transformers fan. So I can't really say :laugh: I enjoy them both!
HERPDERP.
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Good evening folks. I'd like you all to meet a dear friend of mine from around these parts. A man who shares my passion for unbridled discipline on display in a steel cage yet somehow not my passion for a recent motion picture featuring a flying rodent. I give you, ScardyFox!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
Oh thats easy for me. It's definitely Aliens. My love of that film probably has more to do with the timing of me seeing it more than anything else.
But first about Alien
I first saw Alien when I was in 1st grade. I remember this so distinctly because of the absolute horror it did to my little mind. I saw a commercial for Alien when I was watching TV with my mother, it caught my attention as well (and tightly) as any morning Saturday cartoon. It was on a Sunday night at 10 pm. Far too late for a first grader but that still didn't dissuade me from asking if I could watch it. I mean, you never know, right?.
That said though of course the outcome was to be expected. A clear cut, don't bother to beg or give a whinny "mooOom", NO.
Well, that no was really more of an inconvenience more than anything. I never missed Creature Double feature, so a monster connoisseur such as myself was obligated to see it. It was my duty after all to study up on these things. I had a TV in my tiny room (I think it was a 10 inch) and I always slept with my door closed because I was a big boy -- and big boys aren't afraid of the dark. The plan was set and my mind made up.
Well, long story short (since I should be talking about Aliens) I learned there was a rather large difference between Godzilla (my favorite on Creature Double Feature) and Alien. It scared me like... a first grader... sneaking to watch something... he shouldn't... or whatever colorful metaphor you'd like to place there. What was worse is my rather brave and grown up self couldn't even get into my mothers bed that night, she'd know.
I had nightmares for years.
In comes Aliens. My sister and her boyfriend brought me when I was 10. The movie was scary, exciting, made the theater as a whole jump several times and had my first on screen crush. I loved Newt, I loved Hicks, I loved how mom went back to save her child - she was so brave just like my mom (and every other kids mom who saw it would think). It had everything!
I think in large part I was just at the right age for a lot of the elements to sink into my mind and let my imagination do the rest. Aliens is probably the second most watched movie of my life. Second only to Transformers the movie (1986). When I was a bit older the comics came out, the RPG, etc etc. These things only solidified and peeked my interest that much more.
When the aforementioned comics, books and RPG stuff came out for Aliens it gave me more food to eat up about this wonderful movie. Cameron painted a well detailed universe to read about yet at the same time a very nebulous one as well. Yes, a bit of an oxymoron thing to say but this let a persons imagination soar and churn. In particular a young person who watch his movie a couple of dozen times by this point.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
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Thats me in a nutshell. 36, Nutritionist who loves his children. I have worked in medical for over tens years. I teach BJJ when I can and use to tutor History/English and mentored kids at the youth club in Fitchburg MA. I'm a bit of a nerd hybrid. I love Sci Fi and Fantasy. Loved anime when I was younger. Like videogames, etc etc etc. While at the same time I love sports (both watching and playing when younger), love martial arts, do strength training, love political discussions and all that jazz too.
How did you come up with your username?
Eh, pretty boring really. My better half use to frequent another message board. Her name was scardydog (named after her Yorkie that was scared of her own shadow) and when I joined the board I just used ScardyFox. Somehow it stuck and I use it for almost everything. Our daughter uses scardywolf for her PS handle.
Silly, but somehow it stuck.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
My life? No, not really. I just really liked the movie as a kid and t stuck for all these years. Thats about it.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Well, like mentioned before it had a powerful hold on me as a kid.Nowadays I just live in hope that a good movie will come about someday.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
Well, seeing as I joking refuse to acknowledge the existence of Alien 3 and 4 that should explain enough.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
AvP board is probably the strangest board I have ever belonged to in some ways. yet at the same time it is the perfect storm. There is a great hodgepodge of Alien fans, Predator fans, anime fans, sci fi fans, fantasy fans, comic fans on and on. It has everything.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Nothing - then it wouldn't be the same.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Thats a tough one. I don't think I have ever thought about it. In fact I have been here a few years now but haven't posted much till the past year with a bit of... at times lol... a tumultuous splash. Theres a lot of people I like actually - most of them probably don't even know I do. However, if I have to pick one it would have to be aspie. He was the first person to understand my sense of humor. In fact he got it instantly.
I can't count the number of times I have had to explain I am not being serious - why would I mean that? This is the only board I have ever had to explain that on. Never mind several times. So yeah, I guess aspie because he makes me laugh and we have a sacred pact with each other. In fact, I feel as though after this is done that pact will be acted upon....
What is your favourite curse word?
asshole
Apparently its a very American swear. I once had a friend here (in the UK say to me) if even I had a perfect accent everyone would know you're American because you say asshole and mutherf**ker.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
Wow. I have never though of that even being a Christian.
Well... at the risk of sounding... something... I guess I'd like to have him say your mother and father are waiting for you.
I'd really like that.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?
In short I think it was trash for the most part. The only thing I have really taken away from it is the bitter arguments that manifested because of it. If you think its trash you're somehow not understanding the brilliance of the movie. Because it was so... deep... or something.
Do I think it added anything? No, not really, I think it took away more then it added.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?
All that said above, yes. Good or bad whatever keeps the franchise going is good for us all. Its a numbers game. Sooner or later a good movie will come out and hopefully steer it back in the right direction permanently.
Sooner or later.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
Yes, absolutely. In short not have it on earth, give it writers and directors who give a damn.
You're one of perhaps seven MMA fans on this forum. What excites you about the sport and who is your favourite fighter?
Ohh, I like this question.
I have been a fan of the sport since the very first UFC. I'm not sure which year it was in High School but a friend (Chris Wright if memory serves me) invited us to watch it on PPV at his house. I was blown away from the whole thing. At that point in my life I studied Kung Fu heavily, Iaido and Kendo and dabbled in Aikido. I loved fighting movies and was/am aggressive by nature.
It literately fulfilled every aspect of that part of my being. Styles Vs styles. Real. Awesome. I remember that sumo guy getting dropped and as he tried to get up he got his tooth kicked out of his mouth and showing it (in slow motion) flying into the stands. Again, I was blown away. This was totally new on TV and for a teenage boy (into combat sport) an absolute treasure.
I'm not sure when but it was several years after that I started to train in BJJ, in particular with the Gracies. I remember the first time I met and trained with Royce lol. He was walking to the counter I was standing at and I stiffened up, puffed my chest out and gave him a very manly stiff nod. It was ridiculous lol. He looked at me, gave me a big smile and a nod and walked on by.
I was such a doof in retrospect.
So long story short, I have been a fan since day one - it's been in my life for a very long time.
As for my favorite fighter? Thats easy. I give you, with amusing irony (older MMA fans will get after reading above)
Kazushi Sakuraba
Damn shame PRIDE battered him into early retirement
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYdU4jM0IkQ#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYdU4jM0IkQ#ws)
If you could put together the ultimate MMA fight team, who'd you pick?
Not including Champions of right now (to make it interesting) and people in their prime...
Saku
Fedor
Wandy
CroCop
Satoko Shinashi for... personal reasons... yeah, personal.
:)
If an Alien and Predator were to fight it out in an MMA match, who do you think would make good corner men for them?
In the Alien Corner I would put
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They seem to basically speak the same language.
Predator corner
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Ronda Rousey vs. the Newborn. Who's prettier? I mean, sure Ronda's a human and all but the Newborn's giant vag looks like it could handle a big one!
All I can say is THREE WAY OR NO WAY.
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What is your favourite curse word?
Avada Kedavra.
I died. I'm dead. Caught me off guard and it cracked me up :D
Such a great thread.
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RidgeTop, DoomRulz, and Omegazilla have always stood out the most and we all seem to retain a friendship outside of AVPG.
Love ya too Sizz. :)
Awesome interview! One of my favourites so far.
Maaaaybe because Dinosaurs. Hell yes to Allosaurus.
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And Carnotaurus.
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And Suchomimus.
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And the others.
Wait, we have a member here named SizzyBubbles???
What? When?
July 28, 2011 according to her profile.
Thank you yaaaaaaall
Love that these interviews are being pushed out at a quick rate.
HAHA! Sizzy rules.
Awesome interviews. :)
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Quote from: Cvalda on Mar 30, 2013, 09:13:57 PM
HAHA! Sizzy rules.
Awww jeeee thanks guys.
Quote from: Eva on Mar 31, 2013, 12:26:18 AM
Awesome interviews. :)
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did you make that for me?! :'D
Quote from: BANE on Mar 30, 2013, 03:28:20 PM
Wait, we have a member here named SizzyBubbles???
What? When?
Im stealthy. nice to meet ya!
Been away for a week and I return to 2 excellent interviews!
ScardyFox's was great and a very interesting read. Feel so much bro-love for SizzyBubbles as we share the same dinosaur favourite! Big Al forever! ;D
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My brothers and sisters, today I present to you the first of my
Follow-Up Interview Series, in which I touch bases with members who have been previously interviewed and to get their thoughts on what's been going on in the A/P universe since then and to also find out if these folks are still generally lovely people. Today, I have the immortal
SiL with me as he presents his thoughts on Prometheus, a sequel, and other such going-ons!!!
Here is his first interview with Aeus for reference. (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1122334#msg1122334)
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The other day, I was going through some of Colin's old posts and naturally I came across the, um, "exchanges" you two shared. Do you regret any of what was said or do you still stand by it firmly?See, I can't actually remember what I said, specifically. I don't make it a habit to re-read old posts, so it's been a long time since I saw them and even longer since I actually
made them.
Anything I said about their ideas being immature or ill-conceived,
those statements I stand by. They were and are. Egg barfing, dinosaur sized-Aliens on the Alien home planet, stuff like that? Ugh. That being said, anything I might have said about changes that came about due to filming conditions, I would probably consider revising. Experience since that time has taught me that when you're filming and shit happens, you really do have about the ten minutes I credited them with their ideas to try and solve a problem before everything goes to hell in a handbasket ... and that's on independent work. I still disagree with their ideas, but I'd be less of a ranting, entitled fanboy about it.
You are the one filmmaker on this board that I know of who hasn't tried his own hand at an AvP fan film. In your previous interview with Aeus, it was mentioned that you had written your own script. Do you see yourself making a fan film at some point in the future?Not really. I'm writing a script with
SM for a fan film
King is doing, but that's it. Any time I think about trying to put a fan film together I start thinking there's other things I should be spending my time on. I'll bash out the occasional piss-take script, but that's it for me these days.
Oh, except for that one time I totally made a Lego Alien fan-film and put it on YouTube. This was years and years ago. Probably still up there. It's wonderfully bad.
I think it's safe to say that Prometheus wasn't quite the film fans were expecting. I went into it knowing it wasn't going to be a full-blown Alien prequel, but ultimately, I was a little disappointed with the final product as it left me with more questions than answers. Given your vast knowledge of the Alien series, do you think Prometheus is a worthy entry into the Alien universe?I put it on the same level as
Resurrection. I don't find it wholly awful, it's just not particularly good. A lot of potentially interesting ideas with some pretty art decoration wasted on some spectacularly limp writing. I couldn't comment on whether it's "worthy" or not. It's certainly not as bad as
AvP Requiem, yet that's part of the franchise, whether people close their eyes and say "NA NA NA CAN'T HEAR YOU" or not.
The Deacon has caused quite a stir amongst fans as to its place on the Alien's evolutionary timeline, if you will. Where do you believe it fits in? Is it even an "Alien" at all?I go by the idea that it's not an Alien. Possibly related, somehow, but I like to think the murals in William Shatner's Giant Head of Doom room prove that the Aliens are alive and well and doing their own thing at the same time. Heck, Scott himself said the Jockey is already on LV-426 rotting at the time of
Prometheus.
If it turns out that it
is some sort of proto-Alien, well ... it's still not as bad as egg barfing, I guess. Or the PredAlien's bitch tits.
What would like to see in a Prometheus sequel?A film that presents some interesting questions, then
actually discusses them.
Prometheus just throws out a handful of pseudo-intellectual wank, pats itself on the back for being clever, then leaves the questions hanging. Nothing's explained. Nothing's explored.
"Is it aliens? Did they make us?"
"Yes."
"Oh! Cool! ... why?"
"HEY LOOK PENISES!"
People try to defend
Prometheus' vagaries by citing something like
2001: A Space Odyssey, but they're not the same thing.
2001 is a film which draws out the audience's intrigue and curiosity through its plot and its visuals. It tells a story and the audience sits there wondering about it, assuming they aren't bored to sleep.
Prometheus, on the other hands, runs its central themes up a flagpole in bright, flashing letters -- "WHY DID THEY MAKE US? WHY DID THEY CHANGE THEIR MINDS? MARVEL AT THE MYSTERY!" then forgets to actually talk about it.
2001 invites the audience to think.
Prometheus demands it, without actually giving them much to think
about.
Speaking of sequels, this question has been on my mind for a while. Predators will be a three year old film this year and I was wondering, do you think the studio made the right kind of movie? If not, what would you have changed?Predators belongs firmly in the "Neat ideas, shit execution" category. I would've made the "super" Predators actually, y'know, super. Or the least bit deadly. Or, heaven forbid,
interesting. "Berserker" was a slasher movie Final Girl in Predator form, alive at the end not because he was in any way more competent than his peers, but because he happened to be the last to come across actual adversity.
Also, lighten the tone. The film takes itself far too seriously. The first movie's hardly a comedy, but its seriousness is tempered with a sense of excitement and adventure.
Predators wants to drag you into a hellish nightmare with no escape, and it loses half the charm of the
Predator movies in doing so.
In terms of making an AvP feature film, is fan input necessary or should someone like say Colin have avoided speaking to fans entirely?Colin was speaking to fans long after there was any chance for them to have any say in anything. Fan input isn't necessary. It's not even a good idea. Ask five fans what they want, get five different answers. Fans have been responsible for far more ludicrous, laughably terrible ideas than anything the films have come out with to date.
Yeah, worse than egg-barfing and bitch tits.
Filmmakers talking to the fans is nice and all, but it's almost a no-win situation for anyone involved. The fans have no real say, and the filmmakers get bombarded by raging entitled fanboys thinking they're
owed something.
What's your vision of an ideal AvP film in terms of action and story development?Keep the story simple, keep the action intense. Few Predators, few Aliens. Every fight should be seen as a real struggle to keep the excitement alive and keep people guessing the outcome. And give the humans something to do for once, Jesus.
3D seems to the "in-thing" now when it comes to movie making. Do you think there are any actual benefits to 3D technology or will it forever be a gimmick?My stance remains that it's annoying as a gimmick and pointless when it's not. But pointless doesn't necessarily mean
bad. It's an extra bonus in cinemas, on a big screen, where it's more immersive. At home I doubt I'll ever bothered until technology
forces me to, and I hope they always release films in 2D as an option.
I love Pingu, but Chilly Willy takes the fight. Sorry dude, you're wrong.How about no.
Excellent interview, guys. Brings back fond memories of the good old days. ;D
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 05, 2013, 05:59:08 PM
I love Pingu, but Chilly Willy takes the fight. Sorry dude, you're wrong.
How about no.
:laugh: I f**king love this.
Great continuation!
More interviews please. :)
Yup, yup, I just sent out a fresh batch to a familiar face. Soon, I promisez ;)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 15, 2013, 03:25:43 AM
Yup, yup, I just sent out a fresh batch to a familiar face. Soon, I promisez ;)
Commander Griker?! f**k yeah!!
;D
Honestly, I would if I could, LOL
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 15, 2013, 03:34:05 AM
Honestly, I would if I could, LOL
Oh, gods...how badly I wish there was a way to just get him back here for an interview. It would be freaking madness.
B-rad G?
mastermoon?
jacc.90?
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Welcome back for another session of
Inside the Members Studio folks. Today I have with me the staunchest defender of Alien and Predator canon and continuity ever in the history of either franchise,
Xenomrph. Enjoy!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?'Alien3'. I didn't like it at first, but it's really grown on me with repeated watchings, especially the extended edition. I like the soundtrack, the color, the design for the Alien, there's just a lot of little bits that come together and get me to enjoy it.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I work as an auditor for the Four Seasons luxury hotel/resort company, and the job alternates between mind-numbing boredom and frustration, and entertaining problem-solving or investigative work.
I'm also a long-time AvP addict, ever since I was about 9 years old and somehow my parents let me watch 'Alien'. It was pretty much all downhill from there.
Outside of AvP, I'm a pretty huge fan of Jurassic Park, Transformers, Terminator, and "Weird War II" stuff like Wolfenstein, Hellboy, or Indiana Jones. I've got a collection of about 300 movies, comics, games, and books related to the Weird War II genre.
How did you come up with your username?Back in the days of AOL, I wanted an Alien-themed username but I didn't want something with a bunch of numbers at the end, like Xenomorph98288578 or something. I tried "Xenomrph" and it wasn't taken, and I've since used it pretty much everywhere else on the internet and it hasn't been taken. If you see "Xenomrph" on some website somewhere, it's likely me.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Yes and no. I don't go out in public wearing Alien-themed T-shirts or derail everything I do to be Alien-centric; I have a bunch of other interests outside of AvP. However pretty much anyone who knows me well knows that I'm a big Alien nerd.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?For the most part, it's the artwork and seeing how different people interpret the same basic idea in their own way.
Beyond that, I've been a fan for so long that I feel a sort of obligation to keep watching the franchise to see where it goes, for better or for worse.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?It's been... interesting. My standards are mega-low, so even though I openly admit that the series has made some major mis-steps or introduced things I didn't particularly like, there has still been enough I did enjoy to keep me from outright saying "screw this, I'm out".
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?Probably the diverse range of topics, and the up-to-date news coverage.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Perhaps a wider coverage of some other aspects of the franchise from years past, be it classic video games, comics, novels, merchandise, things like that.
Who is your favourite board member and why?Probably predxeno, he and I think alike in a lot of ways and it's pretty refreshing to see someone with a lot of similar viewpoints.
What is your favourite curse word?Probably "f**k", it's just so versatile.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?"Congratulations, you made it".
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?I really need to re-watch it, I've only seen it once so far. I liked it for the most part, but looking at the concept art really makes me think it had a ton of missed opportunities and mis-steps, and ultimately played it "safe" when it could have been something
really memorable and revolutionary.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?I'll definitely be there on or near opening day. I'm hoping it can push the boundaries moreso than 'Prometheus' did, and at the very least the visuals and concept art should be worth the wait if nothing else.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Wasted in the sense that it hasn't been utilized well? In terms of movies, absolutely. In the realm of games I've been pretty satisfied with it, and many of the comics have been fun, too. I'd love to see more done with the idea, and I'd love it if David Twohy were to tackle it as he'd mentioned having an interest in doing so years ago.
Before I go any further, I have to say you have the single greatest signature on this entire forum. Like, ever.Haha, thanks! :)
You are the single greatest defender of all the confusing A/P/AvP canon that exists out there and for that, I honestly applaud you. How are you able to make it all come together?It's a lot of creativity and flexibility, to be honest. I'm willing to reinterpret things, look at them from another perspective, try out "experimental" ways of making things fit together.
It's a hobby, and it's one of the things I enjoy about the franchise. It lets me be creative and solve problems.
You once mentioned to me (I think anyway) that you created a canon timeline alongside SM a few years ago where everything falls in line. How long did that take you to do? Have a link handy as well?Sure, you can see a link here (http://timeline.alienexperience.com/eutime.html).
It's been well over a decade since SM and I wrote that up, and I had a similar but somewhat revised version on my own (long since defunct) AvP website back in the day, the Aliens Online Encyclopedia. The version I linked includes some revisions SM made that I'm not sure I agree with, and there's some other dates and things I'd likely change if I were to make an "up to date" version.
Incidentally, SM has my last name spelled wrong on that page (it's Dellamarggio). :P
For you, is there no limit to what can be considered canon? Or do you like to full-out predxeno and consider the toys and comic books that came with said toys canon?I draw the line at the inter-company crossovers (Batman, Judge Dredd, Witchblade, etc), but beyond that pretty much anything is fair game. However, just because I take something as "canon" doesn't mean I treat it as absolute literal fact - the Kenner toy comics could be interpreted as "propaganda", just as the Herk Mondo comics, with their over-the-top action and larger-than-life characters, could be seen as "tall tales". It also helps reconcile a lot of the minute "contradictions" between sources - if much of the material out there is potentially unreliable, it makes it easier to reconcile problems such as different videogames being inconsistent about weapon capabilities or how Aliens act or how easy they are to kill, etc.
In your opinion, has Prometheus made canon more confusing or more interesting?A little of both, but only because new "contradictions" just mean it's more interesting for me to work out ways to "fix" them. :)
For example, while I'm not a fan of how the Engineers are supposed to be the Space Jockeys from 'Alien' for several reasons, I feel comparing 'Alien' and 'Prometheus' allows for the interpretation that they actually are different species, and perhaps the Space Jockeys created the Engineers. I think this allows for a lot of interesting thematic elements about the Engineers and their view of "the gods", as a parallel to how humanity views the Engineers as "gods".
You're also a Jurassic Park fan too I've noticed. Did you see the recent 3D re-release?Not yet, but I hope to soon.
Any plans on picking up the latest toys? I remember you expressed excitement over them when I posted about them on Facebook.If you mean the new Jurassic Park toys, I've already got them. :)
Cool interview! :)
We need more interviews, some re-do's would be sweet as much time has passed.
Quote from: Crazy Rich on May 13, 2013, 03:29:04 AM
We need more interviews, some re-do's would be sweet as much time has passed.
That or different questions.
I'm down like a clown in a... gown.
Have you been done before Sweeper?
Yup, quite a while back.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 13, 2013, 03:37:03 AM
I'm down like a clown in a... gown.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85cL1HisrNc# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85cL1HisrNc#)
A gown made of TP.
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Quote from: BANE on May 13, 2013, 03:39:00 AM
Have you been done before Sweeper?
Yup, quite a while back.
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 13, 2013, 03:39:30 AM
Quote from: BANE on May 13, 2013, 03:39:00 AM
Have you been done before Sweeper?
Yup, quite a while back.
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
Alright, cool. Going to read that.
Quote from: Cvalda on May 13, 2013, 03:41:18 AM
A gown made of TP.
Have you been done Cvalda?
UH OH LOL
Quote from: BANE on May 13, 2013, 03:42:09 AM
Have you been done Cvalda?
Are you coming on to me? :o
Don't worry. You said yourself in the Relationship Advice thread that I don't produce that much jizz, so it won't be a problem... :laugh:
No but seriously, you know what I mean.
Yes. A year ago now.
Jesus, it's been that long? Terrifying how fast time passes :-\
I've got a follow-up interview coming up, so sit tight guys.
I hope those who are interviewed again get asked different questions the second time around, even if their answers may have changed slightly since then.
They are. Look up SiL's second interview.
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 13, 2013, 09:01:02 AM
They are. Look up SiL's second interview.
Ah ok, was just curious. Cool! 8)
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Hey guys. Today I present the second entry in my
Follow-Up Series. Today I am sitting down with our friendly, neighbourhood
Crazy Rich. Enjoy!!
Here is the first interview I conducted with him for reference. (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1235269#msg1235269)
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It's been nearly a year since Prometheus was released. What did you think of it?Wow, a year already? I only saw it once (I never see a movie twice or more in theaters no matter how good or bad, I save money that way) so I actually kept these notes somewhere safe around the time it came out, in the event I ended up in a podcast on the subject or something but forgot what I wanted to say, but I feel that ain't happening so here is pieces of it as well as some fresh thoughts.
First of all it was awesome being the very first one to enter the place, so I could pick out the best seat in the house and I did. Anyway, overall I can't remember if I loved it or if it was okay but I definitely left with a big smile.
From the trailer people were saying that the engineer ship was the same one from Alien, I was actually kinda relieved when this was proven false as if my memory serves me correctly the planet they land on is known as LV-223, not LV-426, from seeing the hologram of the planet.
As far as creatures go, I felt it was fitting for the "Engineers" to have a Hercules appearance to them, seeing as they are viewed as "gods". I have mixed feelings about the flower/snake creature, there isn't anything to hate about it but it wasn't like WOW either, though when it got violent it was eye popping for me. I have no problem with the squid facehugger thing and the 'xenomorph' as well, though they are far from what we have seen before they make you ask questions. A big one for me being how do they lead up to the creatures we all know and love? My own guess is that the are merely the beginning, like how in our beginnings we were basically chimps, but then we evolved. "Big things have small beginnings".
Characters, I'm not a pro at this character stuff so bear with me. Overall I liked the character David a lot, Fassbender makes a great synthetic, he also kinda reminds me of the main character who he resembles in appearance from "Lawrence of Arabia". Shaw was another character of interest, how she went from scientist to fighter. I like how despite they were out there to find their beginning, which would most likely prove all religion as false, Shaw nonetheless kept a Christian cross, which says that despite what they were there for she still has faith in something that she simply believes in, believing that her parents are somewhere 'beautiful' and not just rotting in the ground, end of story, like atheist believe. Which raises a question, could you really prove religion false (well of course you could prove life have been around for billions of years rather than just thousands, that much is obvious)? Even if it was proven we were created by another sentient race and not a divine god? Or is it impossible to truly do so as long as one individual has faith in what they simply choose to believe in? If there was one thing I had a slight problem with it is that I noticeably felt that Vicker's death was kinda 'forced', just to get her out of the picture. "We don't need you anymore, enjoy this giant donut thing." I never lost sleep over it though.
I think I should get this movie for my birthday to see it a second time. :)
Would you like to see a sequel? If so, what would you like it to incorporate?Well, I'm open to a sequel and I know it's coming, I just don't know what they could do with it, I just know it's coming and so I'm going to a leap of faith on this one.
I am thinking of going for my firearms license and the topic once came up in discussion of a police officer teaching a group vs. a military soldier. I argued the soldier was the better choice as he would have more experience in using a wider variety of guns vs. the police officer who's experience in usage may be more limited, but he might possess better discretion in using it. What's your opinion on that? I've never really thought of a question like that before. I don't know which to pick but I would point out that the police officer is trained in law enforcement while the soldier is not trained for that but trained to "close with and destroy", with the exception of military police. I guess you get the best of both worlds with military police.
What's your favourite firearm and why?I suppose there is one weapon I'm fond of, the Lee Enfield. I fired it a few times as an army cadet, it's been around since WW1 and WW2 and it is still a great weapon, in the right hands of course. It was the first weapon I ever held and the first time I held that rifle I got a bullseye and good grouping with my first ten rounds. It was the weapon we marched with when doing rifle drill, one rifle I held was dated 1944. As a cadet I even got a new badge on my sleeve, Marksman First Class.
In the grand scheme of things (reality, movies, video games etc) I guess I like pistols (especially revolvers), rifles and shotguns.
How realistic are depictions of firearms in popular media? Popular media in this case refers to TV and movies rather than video games which seem to take any number of liberties with their guns (CoD, I'm looking at you). It depends on factors that are behind the scenes really, you can have something authentic like Saving Private Ryan, I can safely say there are unauthentic examples out there. I actually see more of the mistakes in blades actually believe it or not. Like when you see people with samurai swords stabbing in the movies, that weapon in particular is a slashing weapon, stabbing can commonly lead to the blade breaking in reality.
What type of service have you performed in your time in the military?Never served in the Canadian Forces, I was kept out at the aptitude test stage because of some math questions, the first time anyway, the second time I could be two things, a cook or a steward, didn't like them so I put my file on hold as it seemed like the smart choice at the time. I was however an army cadet which can be confused with the 'real' military. There are Air, Army, and Navy Cadets and it's the most funded
youth organization in the country. If you find a reserve regiment of the Canadians Forces, it may have a cadet corps attached to it. We looked like soldiers, moved like soldiers, sounded like soldiers, acted like soldiers, and even fired rifles like soldiers, but if war were to ever come we'd have no part in it unless we were of age and could enlist in the Canadian Forces, leaving the cadet life behind.
I started out a recruit in the Queen's York Rangers (armoured recon unit), aged out at 19 a Sergeant who was at one point double promoted for hard work and determination.
When I'd see cadet comrades on facebook getting into the Canadian Forces and not me I couldn't help but have feelings of resentment, but I kept those thoughts to myself and with time I got over it. I came to the conclusion one day that the dream of getting into the military was over and have struggled to find a new "path", as it is difficult when I wasn't interested in much else since the age of 12 or around there. But as long as there is things like hope and faith I'll find something eventually.
I may no longer wear the black beret, but I'm getting along famously with the more iconic black cowboy hat at least. ;D
Where do you see yourself in 10 years time? Are you still in the military? If so, in what capacity?That is very hard to answer as I can't see that far into the future. Not even 2-3 years. I'm just aiming to get by in the world, but I also can't help but vividly dream of things that will most likely never happen but are great nonetheless. What can I say? I'm a dreamer.
You're the biggest bronie I know and the only one I know. What draws you to MLP?Well first of all I'm not the only one. There is Dovahkiin, Predator Queen, Space Sweeper, King Rathalos amongst others, and some more absent examples include Shobidoo and Sharp Sticks. But I guess it is true I do show it the most.
Well to be exact it's the newer 2010 show Friendship is Magic I was drawn to.
Anyway, when I first heard about this new show in July of 2011 I actually felt quite negative/indifferent towards it with previous works in mind and it's "odd" fanbase. I dismissed these "bronies" as "idiots" with pride and was done. But later in early August I was convinced into at least judging the show fairly by watching a couple of episodes, then cut it up with the facts. I watched the first two episodes as it was a two parter, I was about to leave youtube... then I decided to watch one more episode... then another... then another. This is when I ate my words and became a fan.
Why am I drawn to the show? I just think it's a great show, it actually has great characters that are faced with character flaws and challenges. The stories are great too, there are times when there are conflicts so great that it provokes much emotion and you actually care. There also usually a lesson or moral to be learned which I value. Hey, it even has a good sense of humour now and then too.
I could go on but I feel like shouldn't make this too long. It's a family show that won't attract everyone of course, but I like it and so that's how I roll, and it's nice that there are fellow members with a common interest, no matter what size that interest may be, it's there.
Aliens vs. MLP. Who wins and how?Hard ball questions eh? Making me pick between two loves. Alright, I shall play along.
Well, I feel like saying ponies cause I can. Why?
Friendship is magic. Okay, you probably want more than that so here is my reasoning, colonial marines didn't have magic which can do some amazing stuff, or wings for that matter. Plus they seem unusually tough, there have been a few cases when they come out of situations relatively fine that would seriously injure or kill a man. Plus if they could overcome the changling army attack, I think they have a chance. Just in case they literally have cities in the clouds which earth ponies and unicorns can stand on through a certain spell, aliens would just fall to their death. Also there are fire breathing dragons, "
kill it with fire".
Stay frosty my friends.
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Classic Rich. :laugh:
I have to say the GIF plus the last line is the best damn outro I've seen in any interview yet since this thread began.
That's what killed it. That entire last paragraph along with the GIF. :laugh:
How about an interview with Cvalda or better yet me! :P
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtCCbu-6crA#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtCCbu-6crA#ws)
I clicked that link and looked back at my first interview for the first time since it was done.
"If heaven exists..." :laugh:
Quote from: EEV2650 on May 14, 2013, 03:47:20 AM
How about an interview with Cvalda or better yet me! :P
You haven't been interviewed yet, EEV?
I never achieved notoriety here on AVPG Cvalda
I must say that these interviews are interesting, to say the least.
Is that a good thing?
A very good thing. ;D
Let's have EEV do one!
Dat final paragraph/GIF. :laugh:
I wanna see these going up frequently! MOAR
I too would like to see more!
These 'follow-up' ones are really interesting and more user-specific: more I say, more!
Also, it'd be cool to see them get more conversational; if a question is answered and sent back, perhaps the interviewer could keep it going for a couple more subject lines, sending the questionaire back and forth.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2013, 09:43:46 AM
Also, it'd be cool to see them get more conversational; if a question is answered and sent back, perhaps the interviewer could keep it going for a couple more subject lines, sending the questionaire back and forth.
Agree, follow-up questions would be a great idea.
Awesome interview, Rich. 8)
Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2013, 09:43:46 AM
Also, it'd be cool to see them get more conversational; if a question is answered and sent back, perhaps the interviewer could keep it going for a couple more subject lines, sending the questionaire back and forth.
I also agree with this.
Great interview dude. And yeah, that sounds like a cool format Sweeps.
That's a good idea.
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2013, 09:43:46 AM
Also, it'd be cool to see them get more conversational; if a question is answered and sent back, perhaps the interviewer could keep it going for a couple more subject lines, sending the questionaire back and forth.
That sounds good. My only concern is length. I don't want to end up dragging the interview out.
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Quote from: Space Sweeper on May 14, 2013, 09:43:46 AM
Also, it'd be cool to see them get more conversational; if a question is answered and sent back, perhaps the interviewer could keep it going for a couple more subject lines, sending the questionaire back and forth.
That sounds good. My only concern is length. I don't want to end up dragging the interview out.
Maybe only do it twice an interview to follow up after certain questions?
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Good morning everyone and welcome to another session of
Inside the Members Studio. Today I have with me one of AvP Galaxy's better-known and divine posters, Matt Hooper er, I mean,
EEV2650. Enjoy!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?For the Alien franchise it's probably going to be Alien3 followed closely by Alien. And Predator is my fav from that franchise.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I am a 27 year old fella who works as a Housing and Residence Life Dispatcher at a university. I send out work teams to conduct emergency maintenance on stuff like HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and locksmith issues. I also oversee the paperwork that ensures they get payed for the overtime they put in. I also take care of loaner keys and access card situations in the event a student locks himself out of a room or building. In between all that and on my downtime, I hang out here on AvPG.
How did you come up with your username?I chose the name EEV2650 after the vehicle that Ripley and crew came down on at the start of Alien3. Reason being, is that I always loved that scene. The emotion that came along with that intro is the biggest stand out scene for me in the entire franchise. It told us that nothing is sacred an no one is safe.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?No, not really.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Both series have really gone down hill. We got those dreadful AvP movies, which when I saw the first one I kind of liked (I was 19 :p) but even then I knew it wasn't what I had expected. The fact that it was modern times and on Earth made me roll my eyes. AvP-R came out and I tried to be supportive of it in a financial sense. I wanted to at least see it twice, but I couldn't bear to sit through that shit fest a second time. To this day I, maintain that I'll never buy it or even watch it on TV. Predators was fair, but was ruined with its nonstop homages and shitty acting. Prometheus is the only bit of fresh air from both franchises since Alien3. It's not perfect, but at least it's re-watchable. I'll probably catch flak for this, but Noomi Rapace was bad in that movie. Her forced dialogue...ugh.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?I really like just talking with people about day-to-day stuff. You'll typically find me in the General Discussion board or the Rec board. Over the years I've repeatedly voiced my opinion on both franchises, and to be honest I'm tired of having discussions about them. Love them and all, but there is only so much that can be said. AVvG and another AvP site I co-administrate are responsible for two friendships that have grown beyond the forums. So it's really the users that make me come back for more. Plus, all the drama that stuff is funny too :D
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?I would change the snobby cliques that have become an issue here over the past 2-3 years. As for adding something I was going to say bring the chat box back, but that's no biggie now that I use Skype.
Who is your favourite board member and why?Favorite board member; hmm, that's a sensitive one because I don't want to hurt feelings. Here lately I've been making some new friends with our newer members. ShadowPred and Cvalda are the people I talk to most on here as of late. DoomRulz, Predator Queen and Omegazilla are in my most adored classic friend list.
What is your favourite curse word?Frack
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Enjoy the show.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?I think I answered that somewhere up there ^
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?Oh yeah, I'll definetly be on board for the sequel.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?The AvP series is dead. If I could have my way, I'd have preferred an AvP movie set in Ripley's time, in space, and be directed by a decent director. Alas, I guess when you have a movie with a "versus" in the title you're going to have to expect some B-movie schlock.
I seem to remember a time when you took a bit of a hiatus from the boards. What happened?Yeah, about that. Well I went back to school. I really just wanted to do something fresh and figure out which direction I want to take my life now that I'm inching closer to the 30's. School had priority and was my main focus. I did however maintain contact with my closest AVP friends though. One thing that surprised me however was when I did return how many people I had been friends with had forgotten me and moved on. That made me sad, I mean...wow!
Is it safe to say Jaws is your favourite movie? If so, why?The biggest Jaws fan? I guess here on AvPG yeah sure. It was never intended that I should become become so strongly associated with that movie here on AvPG. I guess it happened because I jabber on a lot about the sea and coastal life which are really a big part of my personality.
What is it about the sea and coastal life that intrigues you? For me personally, I like that we still have lots of the oceans left to explore and who knows what's living down below, you know?I love everything about it really. I feel at peace and relaxed, especially going for night time walks on the un-developed south end of Pleasure Island. No city lights, just the stars and the moon and the sound of the waves and the wind blowing through the beach grass. As for the sea itself it's equally amazing when you get far enough out that you can't see land anymore. Makes you feel like you're in a giant snow globe when you look up at the sky. Plus, nights spent sleeping on boat are awesome. Some people get sick, but I love that rocking motion. It helps to put you to sleep. The ocean is the closest any of us regular joe's will get to ever being in another world. I have yet to experience diving, but that's on my agenda. The ocean covers 70% of the Earth's surface and 95% of it is still unexplored. We know more about outer space than we do our own oceans. To me that just adds to the mystery and magic that could be down there.
Have you ever thought about getting involved in ocean conservation?I would definitely love to do it. I'm a big supporter of recycling and have given time and support to saving various forms of marine life mainly in the area of whale, dolphin and shark conservation. I have a few friends who are volunteers for saving sea turtles. They help protect turtle nests and eggs that are out on the surrounding islands. Sadly there are sadistic assholes that will take their boats out there and disrupt the turtle nests and sometimes even kill the turtles.
Megalodon vs. Bruce. Who wins?Bruce, but whoever does win we lose :D
Great interview, EEV!
Excellent interview. Love ya too man :) thanks.
And:
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 21, 2013, 09:14:12 AM
Frack
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Silence.
Nice... and I'm a water fan as well. ;)
5 star interview EEV2650! * * * * *
Thanks everyone.
Special thanks to another one of my closest friends Darwinsgirl. One of the two friends I mentioned in my interview. :)
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ShadowPred and Cvalda are the people I talk to most on here as of late.
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UNF
Everywhere I go here, there is Oprah...lurking, like a disease... :P
More.
Who here knows the right questions to ask?
You there, go ask them!
Quote from: ShadowPred on Jun 01, 2013, 05:12:25 AM
Who here knows the right questions to ask?
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Aspie, that's your cue!
Nice interview EEV,I enjoyed the read. :)
Quote from: ShadowPred on Jun 01, 2013, 05:12:25 AM
Who here knows the right questions to ask?
You there, go ask them!
Doom is the official interviewer. It's always better when the most consistent host does it to keep the format running. It was Aeus then it was Doom; James Lipton to Larry King.
When it's time to interview me again, I want you to do it. You did it last time, best to stay consistent.
Will do.
Doesn't really matter who re-interviews me, whoever wants to, but I just think that since Doom has been the man at the head of the table lately, he would be the most fitting.
Or you and I could interview eachother.
I want someone to interview Blacklabel.
Have you interviewed anybody yet? Because that could be a good interview in your hands.
I wouldn't know the first thing about going about it :P
Well, basically just write up some questions and send them to him, let them fill in the gaps, send it back to you, and post it here. Interviewer character optional. ;)
If only there was a ready made, easily modifiable template I could use! :P
Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 01, 2013, 07:19:27 AM
If only there was a ready made, easily modifiable template I could use! :P
It gets boring.
I think it would be fun if random members here select someone they know and care about to interview and come up with original questions and questions related to them. And once they've exchanged questions and answers back and forth and there's enough juicy meat, they can post the interview here. It would make for fun, more sincere interviews - not that I'm knocking the interviews already posted here, which were still interesting to read through. I just feel something like this would be a little more interesting.
I don't know - what do you guys think?
I have stolen some questions and come up with some new ones for a certain user. Let's see what happens :P
Quote from: Vickers on Jun 01, 2013, 08:49:32 AM
I think it would be fun if random members here select someone they know and care about to interview and come up with original questions and questions related to them. And once they've exchanged questions and answers back and forth and there's enough juicy meat, they can post the interview here. It would make for fun, more sincere interviews - not that I'm knocking the interviews already posted here, which were still interesting to read through. I just feel something like this would be a little more interesting.
I don't know - what do you guys think?
Sounds Interesting.
Quote from: Vickers on Jun 01, 2013, 08:49:32 AM
I think it would be fun if random members here select someone they know and care about to interview and come up with original questions and questions related to them. And once they've exchanged questions and answers back and forth and there's enough juicy meat, they can post the interview here. It would make for fun, more sincere interviews - not that I'm knocking the interviews already posted here, which were still interesting to read through. I just feel something like this would be a little more interesting.
I don't know - what do you guys think?
Could be fun.
Quote from: Vickers on Jun 01, 2013, 08:49:32 AM
I think it would be fun if random members here select someone they know and care about to interview and come up with original questions and questions related to them. And once they've exchanged questions and answers back and forth and there's enough juicy meat, they can post the interview here. It would make for fun, more sincere interviews - not that I'm knocking the interviews already posted here, which were still interesting to read through. I just feel something like this would be a little more interesting.
I don't know - what do you guys think?
I think that's a great idea, but I still think we should include the base questions too as I.M.O it's always good to hear their opinions on the basics of the forum. :)
I typically form personal questions based on how the interviewee responds to the base questions unless I really know the person well. Sorry I've been slacking lately guys, but I'm busy with a new play so I haven't been around much lately.
Quote from: Vepariga on Jun 01, 2013, 05:21:15 AM
Nice interview EEV,I enjoyed the read. :)
Gracias. I feel I could have elaborated on some things.
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Hello, hello, helloooooooooooo, Galaxy! Today we bring you an exclusive interview with the coolest mothafukka on the forums --
Blacklabel!
--YEEZUS!--
First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favorite film of the franchises and why?Alien. So many adjectives have been given to that classic film that i doubt i can give it any new ones. But let's try use a rare one: selcouth. It's a film that started out as being very derivative from other horror films in space like "Planet of the Vampires" and "It! The terror from beyond space" and ended up being much better and much more original than either of them, thanks in no small part to Giger's extraordinary creature and design work. Alien still influences horror films, literature, comics and video-games to this day and it will keep influencing many many creators for a long future. And deservedly so. My first exposure to it was from behind a sofa as a small kid, too afraid to face the screen. So i first heard the film before seeing it a few years after that. (Probably on the same year that Alien Resurrection came out, wich i saw in theaters.) The film is sometimes sneered at due to it's slow pace, but i just find it hypnotic and very much worthy of repeat viewings. It's certainly the one i find myself going back to more often.
Which is your least favorite?AVP.... pathetically directed, immature, devoid of wit, style and fun. Everyone involved should be ashamed. Best forgotten. Best not to write anymore about it.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do? Still trying to figure that one out. Lol Basic facts, then. I'm 26 years old, caucasian. I live in a little island in the atlantic called Madeira along with 300000 other people. I've got a pretty useless university degree in cultural sciences but i'm looking into getting a not-so-useless masters degree in cultural management later this year. Right now i'm part of the near 19% and rising unemployment rate (hurrah recession!) but i do the odd part time job here and there to get $$$$$, and i'm allways on "teh prowl" for any good opportunities. That's the boring stuff. I'm part of a very "artsy" middle class family, with quite a few ex-professional musicians, painters and an ex-actress grandma and i thank them for brainwashing me into a passion for writing and the arts in general. I tend to gravitate towards the weirder, fantastical and imaginative spectrum of fiction and i love Kurosawa, Giger, Jodorowsky, Frank Herbert etc, all the usual suspects but i also cant resist loving some mainstream fun so i also tend to check out some good old Batman, Superman comics or good dumb action flicks, etc. I love both low brow and high brow stuff.. and the mid brow too lol. :P I tend to bond with friends and family about the latest silly film-book-tv gossip and stupid jokes. Love going out at night but i'd like it more if the local clubs werent so lame. I love cooking. People with a big love for watching sports tend to puzzle me. I'm currently trying to get my younger brother to be a Star Wars fan.... And this "answer runs most verbose" so i'll just say that the key to successfully bribing me involves belgian chocolate and belly dancing. Just putting it out there. Also, my apartment smells of rich mahogany and i have a lot of leather bound books.
How did you come up with your username?It's the same story of how i came up with my musical moniker: So much dance music goes out to dj's in "white label" vynil records to help promote tunes before they are released to the public. When i started out doing music, i wanted to try and do the opposite stuff from the very generic, paint by numbers dance music sound that made up most of the whitelabel records out there.. therefore... "blacklabel". The end. :)
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Gone from great classics to "a beautiful mess" with Alien 3 to "interesting fun mediocrity" with Resurrection and Predator 2... .and then to really really bad stuff with the AVP's.. and now it's back again to "sometimes interesting sometimes fun mediocrity" with Predators and Prometheus. Hopefully whatever follows will be better and more cleanly focused. Hopefully.
What is it about the AvPGalaxy community that you enjoy the most?It is a silly place. It's also full of creative, funny know-it-alls who LOVE art and two of the greatest film franchises ever. Not bad.
If you could change or add one thing to AvPGalaxy, what would it be?Franchise specific smileys, anyone? :P Predator sad face + Newborn angry face? X( Rawr.
Who is your favorite board member and why? (*cough*)You are the person that i talk to the most here... but if i said it was you, Aspie would probably be very jealous and sad for some weird reason. He seems to get mad when he doesnt get enough attention. Therefore, Aspie. :P He's an adorable troll. :P Hello aspums. :P The real "house troll" of the boards. :P But actually more of a tribble really. Annoying, adorable.. and seemingly everywhere on the forums. :P Will he reproduce? Can we neuter him before it happens? :P
What is your favorite curse word? (Please don't say "yeezus")Any variation of "f**k", in both english and portuguese. Very malleable and can be used in both negative and positive contexts. "wink wink". Bit of trivia: Despite what audiences saw on the Spartacus tv show, "f**k" wasnt used as an expletive back in roman times. Indeed, they preferred many variations of the latin word "merda" (shit) wich still means shit in portuguese (so i can say that at least in portugal, shit has stayed remarkably consistent since the roman era). I have a pet theory (wich is probably entirely wrong because i havent investigated it in any depth lol), that f**k only became an expletive a while after christianity became the primary religion in europe due to the aura of guilt and sin that christianity imbued on sex. In roman times sex was seen in an "almost" casual light, but with christianity, sex became associated with shame, guilt, the devil and the final torments of hell. In that bizarro cultural environment, "f**k" became a very negative word, and that allowed it to become an expletive with time, probably as a rebellious act and because it feels good to say what you are not supposed to say. :P (and that thought reveals all of this theory as a weirdly convoluted way of getting me to say what you told me not to say....Yeezus!)
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?- "Sorry about all that mess you went through down there. But as a consolation, I exist, there is a heaven... and Jimmy Hendrix and ODB are doing a gig in half an hour. Here's a ticket."
- "Arrite mate."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?Disapointing and enjoyable. Very good performance by Fassbender. Visually perfect. Ok soundtrack. I liked the creature designs. Tons of plot holes, some of wich were avoided in the deleted scenes. I have found that it's only gotten worse for me on repeat viewings, unlike the rest of the main Alien films. Alien was a film that managed to be better than it's influences. If the main influence for Prometheus is lovecraft's At the Mountains of Madness and 2001, then Prometheus is just beneath them. I dont share the hatred that lots of people have for the change the Space Jockey went through. The Engineer is a fine, elegant design, and i love greek myth so i was fine with bringing that influence into the Alien series, instead of the expected lovecraftian take. The problems arrise from the nonsensical way in wich that stuff was integrated. It should have been weirder, it should have had more of a Giger influence in it's design. I understand that Ridley wanted to escape what he had showed in the first film, but he just escaped truly original design to wind up with good but clearly derivative work. Also, why leave so many unanswered questions? Why create mistery for mistery's sake? The fact that it also just wasnt very scary didnt help. Did love the whole "Shaw gets a c-sec" scene, though. It got the entire theater really quiet, unconfortamble and squirming in their seat. I also liked that the film amplified the potential repertoire of creatures and odd shapes for future alien films but the Fifield zombie was just a cliché'd choice of design and wasted in a lame, tension free scene. All in all, it's just a pretty bag with not a lot of content. Ridley Scott's notion that the Alien itself just "isnt scary anymore" is just pure nonsense and it's sad that it influenced the final film. The final battle between Shaw and the Engineer is just terrible in the theatrical cut. Oh well.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you (sexually)?Yes (and not yet). Will Noomi Rapace share more scenes with tentacles? But seriously now, there's a lot that can the sequel can do to right the wrongs of the first film and there's a lot that can go wrong still. The ending of Prometheus hints towards a slightly more "space opera"-ish tone to the sequel, especially with a human and an android hijacking an alien ship. Ideally it would be a kind of space opera closer to the "Prophet" comic books rather than anything remotely close to Star Wars. It should be a savage, isolated, lonely experience for Shaw in a strange, truly "other" world (not to use Alien), adventurous, endlessly inventive in it's horror and it should keep the grand tradition within the alien franchise of being a film with a different tone and style from those that preceded it. Alien was a nice peek into the rabbit hole. Ideally, the film in wich we finally go to the Engineer homeworld should be a complete jump into the rabbit hole.
...but it probably wont be any close to that. :P Hollywood tends to follows safe choices and storytelling formulas. And it probably wont escape development hell. Eh.
Will you ever get around to seeing AVPR?Vade Retro Satana! Não. Nope. No. Watching AVP was one mistake too many.
You're writing a novel. Can you tell us a little about that? What's your writing process like?It's a clusterf**k. That describes both novel and writing process. Nah, i kid really. The island i'm in is relatively near the Morrocan coast, and that place allways interested me as a tourist destination (havent gone there, yet) and as the home of a very different culture. The novel started out as a desire of wanting to do a story in that setting. The simplest way to describe it: 2 women are kidnapped by a frail, old sorcerer and are magically forced to go on an expedition to a dangerous lost city in the desert to retrieve a lost item. The most complicated way to describe it: It's the story of a woman that has suffered a lot and the story of another woman who has caused a lot of suffering due to poor choices. One woman doesnt believe in altruism. The other desperatly wants to believe in it. It's set in 1936 (shout out to Raiders of the lost ark) and it goes from Hell, deep within a hollow planet earth, to Fez in Morocco, to the Sahara desert, a distant planet and Plymouth in England. All of this is tied up in the story of these two women and It's a wee bit f**king weird. It blends two large influences to my imagination: The arabian nights stories and Lovecraft's horror fiction. A large part of the challenge in writing it is due to finding out the proper way to blend those two different aproaches to fiction. Lovecraftian horror is very dark, grim, hopeless and devoid of much humour. The arabian nights is full of colour and a sense of fun even when it goes to some really dark places. However, both have a love for creating dangerous lost cities hidden in exotic places, weird dangerous creatures of immense power and are full of bizarre magical rites. It's been fun to find the glue that unites them. Despite using some of the races and creatures in arab mythology like the Jinn, i stayed away from any creatures of the Cthulhu Mythos and i have created my own bestiary for the novel. The working title so far is: "The little flame and the rose" and i'm planning on doing quite a few more stories in this fictional universe, but with different lead characters and settings. My writing process is still a bit chaotic, but i've been trying to arrange for a proper schedule and discipline.. and so far i've been really sucky at sticking with it. :P Tons of notes on paper and on the pc. Poor sketches of the creatures, etc.. Whatever is at hand when an idea strikes. :P
You also make music, yes?In a strictly amateur fashion. Just for kicks, out of a love of dance music and hip hop.. and completely devoid of significant ambition. If it happens to be better than some stuff that's out there, that doesnt mean that i'm pretty good... that just means those other guys are reaaaalllyyyyyy baaaaaaaaaad. :P Writing is my main, true passion.. music is just a fun mistress on the side.
What's your favorite food?Rice, cooked with juicy raisins, accompanied by a nice medium rare steak with cream sauce. My favourite dish to do. Fairly simple and quick. :P
Favorite color?.........bl... PINK. Once again, i defy expectations. O__O
Favorite animal?The sloth. The true deity of stylish but seemingly permanently puzzled relaxation.
If you could marry any one famous person in the world, who would it be?Dont really have any creepy celeb crush like Shado..... ahem... but after some deliberation, Monica Bellucci.
She's fiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit.
If you could kill any one famous person in the world without repercussions, who would it be?Vincent Cassel... so i could steal Monica Bellucci from him. :P Should i choose to kill a very evil man for the good of the world? Nonsense. :P ...let's grab Monica Bellucci. :P
That dude is weird.
Excellent interview, Blacklabel & Cvalda. Nice to getting to know you a bit better, man. :)
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Never even heard of Madeira before. :-[
You didnt miss much. :laugh:
And many thanks to Cvaldums for doing the interview. :P
Quote from: Blacklabel on Jun 03, 2013, 08:02:56 PM
That dude is weird.
I know Joan has had a lot of surgery, but that wasn't nice >:(
ooooooooooo nice interview Blacklabel!
Quote from: Blacklabel on Jun 03, 2013, 08:09:16 PM
You didnt miss much. :laugh:
Hah! :laugh:
Great interview, and very detailed on all the primary questions!
Loved all the secondary ones too. :D
Quote:P
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Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 03, 2013, 08:15:53 PM
I know Joan has had a lot of surgery, but that wasn't nice >:(
:P
Great interview!
That jab he threw it at me...Cry1.
Nice one BL, good to see you get one. :)
Funny interview BL. Nice read.
Nice read, Blacklabel!
You seem like a person I could spent time with.
(This is not a compliment.) :P
When is Lars going to get interviewed? :P
When is Aspie getting interviewed? :P
Quote from: LarsVader on Jun 05, 2013, 03:20:45 PM
(This is not a compliment.) :P
lol!
Quote from: ShadowPred on Jun 04, 2013, 10:03:05 AM
That jab he threw it at me...Cry1.
Trololo.. I'm sure you have an appropriate Zooey gif for this occasion. :laugh:
I already interviewed Aspie.
When was this? ???
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.1125 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.1125) :'(
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"starts reading".
Oh, right! I remember getting to the part where you said
Prometheus is the "second best installment in the franchise" and then, well...
Spoiler
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:P
Nice interview.
(Crazy as hell, too).
Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 05, 2013, 05:31:31 PM
Oh, right! I remember getting to the part where you said Prometheus is the "second best installment in the franchise" and then, well...
Spoiler
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:P
If it's any comfort, Alien 3 is a close third :P
When is ITY getting interviewed?
Quote from: Aspie on Jun 05, 2013, 03:27:09 PM
When is Lars going to get interviewed? :P
Look at my post count, I am tiny.
Got nothing special to say, I'm kinda new to this 'socialising'.
But maybe Cvalda would be interested/motivated enough?
Pfft, it's not about post count.
I'd like to see Lars get interviewed too.
Quote from: LarsVader on Jun 05, 2013, 05:44:33 PM
But maybe Cvalda would be interested/motivated enough?
I'll work something out.
Quote from: LarsVader on Jun 05, 2013, 05:44:33 PM
Quote from: Aspie on Jun 05, 2013, 03:27:09 PM
When is Lars going to get interviewed? :P
Look at my post count, I am tiny.
Got nothing special to say, I'm kinda new to this 'socialising'.
But maybe Cvalda would be interested/motivated enough?
Nope, you must be interviewed
immediately. All the cool members must do it :P :P :P
Quote from: Aspie on Jun 05, 2013, 05:50:26 PM
Quote from: LarsVader on Jun 05, 2013, 05:44:33 PM
Quote from: Aspie on Jun 05, 2013, 03:27:09 PM
When is Lars going to get interviewed? :P
Look at my post count, I am tiny.
Got nothing special to say, I'm kinda new to this 'socialising'.
But maybe Cvalda would be interested/motivated enough?
Nope, you must be interviewed immediately. All the cool members must do it :P :P :P
So I am
cool now?
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Hey guys! Sorry for the delay as I know you've all been anxious for a new interview. As usual, ask and ye shall receive for today is another entry in my Follow-Up Series and with me, is Mr.
Space Sweeper himself! Here is his first interview with Rothschild as a reference point. (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1182348#msg1182348)
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It's been nearly a year since Prometheus was released. What are your thoughts on it, looking back?Loved it at first, simply because I didn't have all of the continuity/editing errors and missteps to go over, and I still do love it to an extent, but the scrappy theatrical cut (poorly chosen as the
only cut for home release) is kind of present like some asshole waiter who's been shot in the chest and is bleeding perpetually every time he leans over to get your food, spilling in a drink that you've been thoroughly enjoying. In my case, that was the chocolate shake known as Prometheus, and the waiter is Ridley Scott. So when I look at that shake with all of the blood in it, I push it away and don't bother asking for another one because I know the next one that comes back is gonna look like a glass of cranberry sauce.
On a level of it being a space-faring sci-fi film with cool sci-fi themes and great production design, it's a great watch that I thoroughly enjoy until I take off my rose tinted glasses. Fassbender's David is the one infallible aspect of the film, and easily one of my favorite synthetic men in fiction; his malicious sense of humor, smirks, and actions never fail to entertain.
Does the idea of a sequel excite you?Maybe if I can get another waiter, yeah. But seriously, don't f**k up the order.
They've got a serious workload if they're going to pull this off, however. Prometheus' ending gave a destination, but not an objective that could easily be followed through with. Obviously they've got to reintroduce another crew of humans instead of sticking purely with Shaw and David.
Do you think Riddles made the right move in making Prometheus? The movie seems to have become very much a love-it or hate-it type project with some folk saying the film was dead before it even began whilst others feel it's a welcome addition to Alien lore.Absolutely making it was the right move, I was very happy to hear of its place in the Alien universe, not holding onto the typical prequel trappings and making something new and ultimately unrelated to what we've seen previously later down the timeline. Though I couldn't stand those final moments with the Deacon-- not because of how it looked, not because of how it got there, but because it was there. It was this totally unnecessary nod toward Giger's creature that would only last a pointless thirty seconds (less?).
Some creators can do greatly with a large amount of creative control, but Ridley isn't one of them. When he intervenes with the writing and editing process, there is a history of poor choices that he leaves behind. I hope he tones it down in the future, because he's still a great director with a wonder visual eye, but goddamn does he prove to be his own enemy when he tries to do other people's jobs.
About your series Fatale, what is the ultimate goal with it, if any? Do you see it being a major comic publication someday?Optimistic Answer: YES! ;o
Realistic Answer: No, not currently.
The thing about Fatale is that it's been so many things in my mind that they've basically all flowed together into one. I still do art for it, giving it a visual style, providing promotional material, and doing character designs, but it's really only for the sake of fleshing out the reader's mind. The episodes are a mixture of scripts, serialized prose pieces, and directorial notes, in which I sometimes go as far to describe an angle in which a 'shot', 'panel'/'cell', or 'board' takes place. Of course, that's me describing the uses of live action, graphic novel/comic format, and animation. I've drawn inspiration from each while developing the series, and the ultimate dream would be an animated series/feature (not live action, as many believe my epitome goal to be).
If it was to be a comic/graphic novel, I certainly would not be the lead artist. :laugh: I've never considered myself an artist but an illustrator, and one with limited range. It serves me well enough and I've designed some characters that I'm quite confident in (and will continue to do so), but it's something I can never see myself mastering. I'm much more invested in the written side of Fatale, and more capable in executing in it. As it stands, anything that may appear to be a guideline in the episodes is either just for me to remember, essentially working as a cliff-note, or to add a more cinematic flair to the reader's mind.
It's both strange, convoluted, and a bit sad that me and Chupa were in talks for collaborating on the series tightly, him excited to adapt it in comic form, and me possibly
more excited to have somebody that I trust with the material (he did a ton of concept art for it back in the early 'golden' days where the thread was basically a creative renaissance of multiple minds contributing to the young development of the Fatale universe from tech to character names. Unfortunately, Chupa wasn't huge into networking which made him nigh-impossible to contact after he got banned; only places I was able to contact him was on here and the extremely rare case in which he'd be on hotmail (Outlook now). So that went from being something exciting to something very dead very fast.
So what could Fatale's future possibly be? I'm not sure, but I do know it has mass appeal, a relatively clear path through the storyline's entirety (at least until much of Season 4: The End), and the themes and style certainly resonates with those who were kind enough to read through (and to my surprise) enjoy it thoroughly even on a very rough, underdeveloped draft. Something I do know, however, is that any creative ventures I go on, Fatale will be there to be proposed, pitched, and available. I've had my doubts about my capability, but never about the integrity of the story, or the universe that I had self-miraculously spawned out of what seemed to be my lowest low.
My endgame would be writing a four-part novel series, even if it had to be self-published. It'll be out there in some way.
What ever happened with that Halloween Special by the way?I realized it was a terrible idea. And then I filled it in the answer space.
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You've been tasked with making a porno. Rick Grimes is your leading man and Cvalda is your supporting lady. SpaceMarines is the executive producer and Vickers is your writer. Tell me what happens next. And, yes be thorough.Oh shit boy, now we've gotten caught in a meta media loop. You didn't seriously think this would be a simple answer did you?
Okay, well, each of those members is playing their respective roles, while working on the film in that same fashion, creating their realities based on what comes from it. Also with them is prolific Hollywood actor from the far reaches of Alpha Centauri, shape shifter, alienman of many roles, Gorgon Chundersmiff. With Gorgon, Cvalda's character's character has a sex scene with whoever she wants and it becomes metaphorical for her sexual aimlessness, incapable of differentiating one man from another, even when she goes home to her husband/boyfriend and is cannot make love to him because she's already been through a thousand faces, feeling and seeing all their is to offer-- there's no longer comfort in life, the sense of love has long since been dulled and dissipated.
Gorgon Chundersmiff fills many roles (and many holes), and eventually is lost in an ultimate identity crisis. He can only be what he knows, and coming from the stars, he feels he should know so much more. Caught up in an industry of human pleasure, he falls into the pit of human trappings, not only having a shape-to-shape identity crisis, but a spiritual one. He always wanted to fit in with the humans, but becoming one slowly devolves him. The curse of a method actor.
As Vickers writes, he becomes frustrated with each star's recent forms of turmoils, and finding it difficult just to get some good, plain old f**king; everything is about the dialogue and character developments now, not the porn. As this progresses, Vickers tries to keep up, and eventually writes directly alongside the events as they unfold, blurring the line between fiction and reality. Vickers had set out to make something that was just about people banging, and with cinematic visuals that the Academy simply could not ignore-- filmmaking and pornography would be judged as one in the same. But Vickers doesn't care anymore. The pen has become the tool of god.
Rick Grimes left the set before the first stroke. He saw how everybody treated Gorgon Chundersmiff when he came on set, versatile and fearless; Academy Award winner, but how long could he last? Very long, as it would turn out. Rick fell into drugs, alcohol, and fits of enraged masturbation-- one scenario landing him in the hospital. In the hospital, he's visited by SpaceMarines, the executive producer who had previously worked with Chundersmiff on previous blockbuster hits such as
Proteus (one of SpaceMarines' producer buddies committed suicide after recording a retrospect commentary for a DVD release of the film; nobody remembers his name), and is encouraged to get back in the game when his cock is working again. Everything Rick believed the industry would be is flipped in a Boogie Nights-eske fashion, just without a hose of a dick to give him any notoriety. Rick tells SpaceMarines that he'll give it some 'thought'.
SpaceMarines leaves the hospital knowing that Rick Grimes was unconvinced and wondering why he kept encouraging Grimes in the first place. It's not like he was ever capable of much, but it was something of a paternal relationship at this point. This is fallout from SpaceMarines' ex-wife taking the kids to Aruba ten years prior, severing all contact, leaving Marines unknowing of what it truly feels like to father a child. Now he has to watch the closest thing he has left to a son fall into a pit of despair and hopeless relationship advice-- even if it's just with his penis. Marines just wants out of the business at this point, but the picture relies on his name being attached to it. He's just another character in another scenario, uncertain of what pose to strike in the
big picture. Until then, all he can do is hold his Emmys, Oscars, Grammys and eventual AVN awards up in the mirror in order to convince himself that it's all been worth it.
And then they all f**k.
Is what they need... inside of each other?Speaking of 'being thorough', you are one of a few Little Achievers I've encountered around here. What do you like about The Big Lebowski?It breaks the walls of mere comedy and enters the realm of noir through the tripped out eyes of a simple, lazy, but undeniably cool Dude- a seemingly implacable genre buster. He's the Dude and there's no better way to describe him. The whole film, he's constantly being forced out of his element and has no idea of he scope of the events surrounding him.
I love how in the opening credits, The Stranger tries to define the situation and The Dude in a poetic fashion, being anything more than it is, but in the end, he simply reverts back to the most basic of descriptors. The Dude is confronted with challenging things like abstract art, complex crime situations, and having to pay his rent, yet his opinion or approach to it never expands beyond what he sees or instinctual knows; not a fan of expansive thought. The Dude is The Dude, to him, everything is as it is. The Dude abides.
Shut the f**k UP, Donnie.
It was a very quirky comedy for its time and even today, it still stands out as an example of what intelligent filmmaking can be. It seems to me though that there isn't much demand for comedy films like that because people are more content to laugh at something like Zach Galifianakis' underwear. Is a film like TBL too out there for mainstream audiences or should more comedies aim for intelligent humour?I wouldn't say comedy has changed much at all in the past 15 years. I mean, sure there's the whole raunchy comedy uproar, but it's been around before, but now it's common place. Stuff like
There's Something About Mary and
South Park: The Movie were considered jarring shockers in their time, but when you think about it, not much attention would be payed to their cruder aspects these days. In terms of 'smart' vs 'dumb' humor, I don't think there needs to be a differentiation-- no less than with action movies and dramas.
As of late, television has been ruling the comedy scene, even with (as it pains me to admit) multi camera series such as
Two & A Half Men and
The Big Bang Theory, which have their own brand of mass appeal due to their incredibly simplistic nature, yet shows like 30 Rock, Community, and Arrested Development (at least AFTER it had been canceled once) still manage to find their audience, with their much more complex and expansive forms of humor.
With comedies, it's much more divisive it seems. You can't go to a new thread or comments section for a new one without anybody shouting that it looks like shit-- which, providing you're not in a forum of toddlers, will most always unanimously agree that stuff like Adam Sandler's latest
efforts shits look godawful. But will those films still find their audiences? Of course. There's a lot of toddlers out there. From a personal perspective, I have both comedic tastes that range from the simple to the complex and everything in-between. If it makes me laugh, I'll see it. But comedy is such a subjective thing that it seems impossible to discuss or guess how somebody is going to feel about something-- which is why I rarely post in threads for comedies or post reviews for them.
"The Dude abides", to me, ranks up there with classic lines like "I'll make him an offer he can't refuse" or "You had me at hello." I know you're a fan because you put your own spin on it prior to receiving these questions. What does that phrase mean for you?To me, as I alluded to previously, it just means to comply with the direction life takes you without resistance or complication. Such is the way of The Dude.
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Very, very good interview. :)
Who doesn't like The Big Lebowski?
Silly teenagers.
People who haven't seen it...
:P
Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 07, 2013, 05:08:28 AM
Who doesn't like The Big Lebowski?
Women, usually. No, really. Every guy I've met who's seen it likes it but most girls don't for some reason.
Every girl I know likes The Big Lebowski.
SHUN THE NON-BELIEVER
This obviously means SiL is a woman.
Well if the Pics of Yourself thread is anything to go by...
It could happen. (http://now.msn.com/hong-kong-man-is-a-woman-doctors-discover)
We'll take that as an admission that you have a micropenis.
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It's a cyst.
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Excellent interview, Sweeps (& Doom, of course).
That was a fun, very visual, read. I may be a little scarred after certain mental images but... oh well. :laugh:
Ëxcellent!I myself prefer Barton Fink over The Big Lebowski btw. :P
Guys, can we seriously Kickstart that porno? Shout out to Doom for planting that seed.
I would only accept payment in the form of Sweeper's severed head.
I'll make sure I come up with an excellent script. :laugh:
Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 07, 2013, 09:51:11 PM
I would only accept payment in the form of Sweeper's severed head.
Gonna have to clone me if it's per-scene.
I think she wants the original.
He's already dead.
Just to clarify: I didn't mean the head above the shoulders.
I meant the other one.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 07, 2013, 09:57:59 PM
He's already dead.
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Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 07, 2013, 09:58:43 PM
Just to clarify: I didn't mean the head above the shoulders.
I meant the other one.
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Quote from: Cvalda on Jun 07, 2013, 09:58:43 PM
Just to clarify: I didn't mean the head above the shoulders.
I meant the other one.
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He's already dead.
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<3
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 07, 2013, 09:49:48 PM
Guys, can we seriously Kickstart that porno? Shout out to Doom for planting that seed.
Well, it had to happen eventually.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 07, 2013, 09:49:48 PM
Guys, can we seriously Kickstart that porno? Shout out to Doom for planting that seed.
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Is there anyone who hasn't been interviewed yet? Let's hear from some fresh faces.
*cough*Omega*cough*
I wish we got one with Twin Drive :(.
Quote from: Hellspawn28 on Jun 09, 2013, 03:34:46 AM
I wish we got one with Twin Drive :(.
Well, he's back. Now's your chance to request an interview for him. ;)
Quote from: BANE on Jun 07, 2013, 10:12:26 PM
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 07, 2013, 09:49:48 PM
Guys, can we seriously Kickstart that porno? Shout out to Doom for planting that seed.
http://www.reactiongifs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wink-point.gif
Is there anyone who hasn't been interviewed yet? Let's hear from some fresh faces.
*raises hand*
Quote from: Hellspawn28 on Jun 09, 2013, 03:34:46 AM
I wish we got one with Twin Drive :(.
His back you know ;D
No, we don't know his back.
For re-interviews we need some Omega, for first interviews we need some Cal427eb.
Quote from: Space Sweeper on Jun 10, 2013, 01:16:40 AM
For re-interviews we need some Omega, for first interviews we need some Cal427eb.
They would both fall under the category of first interviews. But I agree on both counts!
Omega... hasn't been interviewed yet?
Nope. Last I heard, the questions were still sitting in his inbox :P
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Jun 10, 2013, 01:29:34 AM
Nope. Last I heard, the questions were still sitting in his inbox :P
Still? Maybe we should fill his out for him :D
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Jun 07, 2013, 10:42:33 PM
*cough*Omega*cough*
He was interviewed a while back. I'll set him up with some follow-ups so sit tight!
Now that others mention it, I don't believe he ever filled those questions out.
I didn't.
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The first set of questions I sent you? Sure you did.
No I didn't, I left them halfway filled and never sent them back.
:'(
0_0
Dude.
DO IT.
Omega's too cool for us, boys and girls. That's OK, there are other people we can hear from anyway 8)
I WILL send them back soon.
Weren't those questions sent a year ago?
*Coughs and quietly steps back*
I will harass you on Facebook until you do.
Starting...NOW.
Who else hasn't been interviewed that's been here awhile?
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Who else hasn't been interviewed that's been here awhile?
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I've been here since 2010....
So that's you, me...
Who else?
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Quote from: BANE on Jun 11, 2013, 11:22:58 PM
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I've been here since 2010....
noob
Quote from: echobbase79 on Jun 12, 2013, 09:03:45 PM
Quote from: BANE on Jun 12, 2013, 09:01:39 PM
So that's you, me...
Who else?
I haven't.
So thats three. I don't mind seeing echobase79 or BANE being interviwed before me.
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Quote from: BANE on Jun 11, 2013, 11:22:58 PM
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I've been here since 2010....
noob
old fart ;D
Respect your elders, youngling.
Speaking of elders Chief, I have an idea so sit tight ;)
Quote from: Master Chief on Jun 13, 2013, 02:42:29 PM
Respect your elders, youngling.
Respect them. Doesn't mean I have to like them ;) Besides he started it :P
I've gotten on SM's case about being old before. Trust me. This is an argument he will win, youngin'.
I remember a time when being a fan of these films was, like, a youthful thing to do... Now James Cameron's got grey hair and getting gigs on 'Mythbusters', Stan Winston's no more and the Internet exists. :'(
OK, but what's that got to do with the thread?
Exactly the same thing your post before his did.
Heh, can't believe I missed the age thing...I must be getting old myself :-[
Quote from: Omegazilla on Jun 10, 2013, 05:41:37 AM
I didn't.
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Quote from: Xenomorphine on Jun 18, 2013, 04:56:54 AM
I remember a time when being a fan of these films was, like, a youthful thing to do... Now James Cameron's got grey hair and getting gigs on 'Mythbusters', Stan Winston's no more and the Internet exists. :'(
This speaks volumes. Actually your whole comment does. :)
What the heck is James Carmeron doing on MythBusters anyway? Trying to prove his movies have original story ideas?
Trying to prove that Jack could not have survived with Rose since people say there was room for him. Cameron was proven wrong.
Why am I not surprised...
Anyway, I should really get on a new interview.
yeah...
i'd still really like to see Omega's
...
Spoiler
i will fetch him ;D
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I decided to restart the answers anew. They'll be up shortly.
Do it.
Quote from: Omegazilla on Jul 13, 2013, 10:55:15 AM
I decided to restart the answers anew. They'll be up shortly.
At this rate, Jurassic Park IV will be released before you finish them.
:-[
I actually read this whole thread because I found it very interesting. It's like all you guys are AVPGalaxy rockstars :P
And yeah Omega has been requested since the dawn of time xD l
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Ladies and gentlemen prepare for an interview...well, just read the caption below. Today, after much anticipation, the great
OmegaZilla has graced me with his answers and they're ready for you all to read. Enjoy!!
*PLEASE NOTE*: these questions were sent quite a while ago so that's why they might sound outdated.
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"An Interview 65 Million Years in the Making"
(This is no joke)First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Admittedly it has been some time since I last watched any of the Alien or Predator films, be it for time or personal reasons. My favourite usually floats around between
Alien and
Aliens -- with the 'throne' being right now assigned to the former. It is basically a lovecraftian reincarnation of the classic Monster-in-the-ship formula; I absolutely love its slow pace, photography, characters... and the creature itself so greatly expresses the very title of the film.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'I am currently classified as a male specimen of Homo sapiens sapiens (even though to your knowledge I could be a cockroach from outer space) -- and my habitat is a despicable country I cannot wait to emigrate from for a variety of personal reasons. Maybe heading to R'Lyeh? Don't really know. As for what I do, I am currently a student with the intention of becoming someone involved in the practical special effects field -- be it designer, sculptor, painter, suit performer or all of these things. A goal shrouded in obscure mist, but it's the only direction I have as of now.
How did you come up with your username?This actually dates back to my very first forum experiences. I wanted something unique and instantly recognizable; I loved the sound of the letter 'Omega' and since I was -- and am! -- a greek mythology nut, I decided to meld it with different suffixes for every forum I registered to. So in any board I went to I used Omega whatever as a username. I eventually went with Omegazilla for these boards due to my appreciation for the 1998
Godzilla film.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?All-in-all, they basically solidified my interest in Science Fiction, in Cyberpunk and in action films. They also enabled me to discover many other motion pictures.
Alien also made me research on biomechanical technology.
I could say a great many other things, but it's nothing that I presently do. I used to quote the films very frequently in conversations with friends, almost as much as I quoted the Tremors films, and I used to take off my headphones much like the Predator would take off the 'mask tubes' in the first film... none of which I do anymore, as said.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?When I like a certain film I tend to watch it and rewatch it a great many times. I revisit the films of the series I like (all of them -- barring the second AvP film and
Prometheus) every once in a while. They are basically some of the best creature features I have ever stumbled upon so yes, I don't think I'll ever cease to be interested in them. It is also very interesting to learn the history behind the creature designs, the scripts -- basically how it all fell together.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Alien brought about a new wave of creature features in the 80s, and that's a pretty big thing. After the 50s mayhem the genre fell into some kind of 'slumber' with only some sparse representatives during the 60s-70s. At the very end of the 70s
Alien comes out -- and all of a sudden creature features 'awaken' again. Not only I think
Alien is a marvelous film, but I am also thankful for the impact it actually had. Its sequel was equally as great. While I disliked the third and fourth chapters at first, over the years I learned to appreciate them, to
love them for what they are. They are not by any means bad films, but much like in the case of other series, there was a potential they simply did not -- and still do not, admittedly -- fulfill.
I
love the first two
Predator films, and I feel the second one deserves more of a reputation -- many people don't even know of its existence, which is something that always boggled me. The third one I also like, but it's a
Jurassic Park III kind of deal -- not as great as the former chapters.
The first AvP film is somehow decent, I always thought, even with its premise (horror character vs horror character) and everything. The only problem with it is that it shifts tone in the third act becoming a full-blown comic book film. It is legit, since it is based on a comic, but when you are so successful at hiding that for most of the film, why all of a sudden turn tables? I really don't understand that. Simply removing the team-up thing would have improved greatly. The second film I'll resume in saying that it lowered the pH of my blood.
Prometheus I found to be a low point too, both as part of the series and as a single film. Nice human ship interiors, nice special effects,
some nice creature designs (and other
terrible ones), a pair of good cast choices. That's it -- everything else down to pace, to atmosphere, to script, was terrible.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?At the cost of being brilliantly unoriginal, I will have to say the users. They are what makes this place so damn unique and precisely the reason I keep visiting it. There's just this great chemistry I really don't find anywhere else; it's fantastic and many times hilarious.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?I would love a general literature section -- as well as a renewed chat, but I realize that this latter thing is impractical for the boards overall.
And a seismograph function. You never know when a Graboid might be nearby.
Who is your favourite board member and why?This is the stinging question. Over the now-about-three years of my experience here I have met and talked with many great people. I simply cannot say just
one. Right off the top of my mind, among the still active users I would say, in no particular sequence or order:
Nightmare Asylum,
Space Sweeper,
SnowDog,
SizzyBubbles, the great scotsman
Valaquen,
Bat chain Puller,
SpaceMarines,
TJ,
Doom,
Sabres,
TheMonolith,
scarhunter,
RagingDragon,
Shasvre... the rest, I would make such a long list! But you know who you are. Some great people some of whom are not active anymore but that I still am in contact with by other cosmic means. And among those I would mention the great
MrSpaceJockey,
Purebreedalien,
Vulhala.
What is your favourite curse word?Frak.
And anything in the
Tremors films.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Whatever God will/would say, I will/would deserve it.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?Here's the part of the interview people will probably snort at or just skip!
I reckon It is a direction that capsizes a lot of things that made the first
Alien so great for me -- I have written loads of text on the matter boring people to death (still have to pay for
BANE's coffin) -- and it all boils down to the same thing: where
Alien pointed outwards, towards the
immensity of the universe and what unknown and horrible things may lurk in the darkest places of it (with the Alien being a 'sample'),
Prometheus points inwards: we go to distant worlds and what we find is not something otherwordly -- what we find is
us. Tame. Boring. This somehow affected my enjoyment of the original film too, and lately I feel 'detached' from it in a way I absolutely despise -- and that's probably why I haven't seen the film in so long.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?I don't think there ever needed to be a crossover -- and in turn a film based on it -- in the first place. It just smears cheese all over both series -- we've had things like
King Kong Vs. Godzilla,
Freddy Vs. Jason, and
Alien Vs. Predator too. I have already expressed what I think about the two films. I don't want a reboot. Leave the two series separated; the
Predator series is fine as it is, whereas I would love a reboot of the
Alien series -- or rather, something that contradicts the prequel. Never going to happen anyway.
You're a very outspoken fan of H.P. Lovecraft. Do you feel like his work has influenced the Alien mythos in particular, in any form?It absolutely has. Dear O'Bannon -- may he rest in peace -- was an enthusiast of Lovecraft's literary fiction, and it shows in a lot of his works -- not just the 1979 film. About
Alien there is a single quote from him on the matter, and it is as follows: "One especially insightful critic- I wish I remembered who - wrote that
Alien evoked the writings of H. P. Lovecraft, but where Lovecraft told of an ancient race of hideous beings menacing the Earth,
Alien went to where the Old Ones lived, to their very world of origin. He was right, that was my very thought while writing. That baneful little storm-lashed planetoid planetoid halfway across the galaxy was a fragment of the Old Ones' homeworld, and the Alien a blood relative of the Yog-Sothoth." That about encapsulates it all you know -- or rather used to encapsulate. Whatever. Before
Prometheus was ever conceived, we had the Nostromo crew catching a signal of otherwordly origin; and that led to the discovery of an incomprehensible construct. Inside of that, they found the dead-for-aeons remains of its Pilot, which is literally melded with its chair. How could that be? What unspeakable knowledge and technology was at work there (noteworthy that the concept of Pilot-melded-to-ship would later be used in
Farscape too)?. And not only that: deep inside that ship from beyond the stars something very much
alive was awaiting in slumber. When watching the film, I'd just stare in deep wonder at the carcass of the Pilot, at the weirdly geometric walls of the ship, and when Kane descends -- at
that corner. All of it was immense, eerie -- absolutely
fantastic.
There are also some comics that were written with that sort of mindset, such as
Aliens: Apocalypse: The Destroying Angels, which bears many similarities to
At the Mountains of Madness. Most blatantly there is also the very short story
Aliens: Elder Gods (which was the second part of the
Aliens: Special anthology).
What draws you to Lovecraft's work?It's a somehow complex matter, and a combination of various factors. I'll put it simply: if the majority of fiction writers created worlds, Lovecraft created a universe. And when you read the stories of Cosmic Terror, you just get a projection of that immense, cold, dark universe and of all the nameless horrors that writhe in the darkest recesses of it. I also really like the imaginative creature descriptions -- it was something unprecedented for its time. And the writing style gets you 'plugged in' the story immediately after the very first line.
You're the only member at this time that rivals me for the highest activity levels. You realize eventually a war will break out, right?Nobody else comes through. It's just you - and me.
Still waiting to mark myself with a finger of yours anyway, since I successfully passed the initiation trial of discussing with you about AvPR.
Peanut butter: crunchy or smooth?Screw Peanut butter, I want Pizza.
Fantastic interview, OmegaZilla! Very insightful look at the supposed space-cockroach that is you ;)
He finally speaks! Great interview, Omega. ;D
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 16, 2013, 06:12:33 PMWho is your favourite board member and why?
This is the stinging question. Over the now-about-three years of my experience here I have met and talked with many great people. I simply cannot say just one. Right off the top of my mind, among the still active users I would say, in no particular sequence or order: Nightmare Asylum, Space Sweeper, SnowDog, SizzyBubbles, the great scotsman Valaquen, Bat chain Puller, SpaceMarines, TJ, Doom, Sabres, TheMonolith, scarhunter, RagingDragon, Shasvre... the rest, I would make such a long list! But you know who you are. Some great people some of whom are not active anymore but that I still am in contact with by other cosmic means. And among those I would mention the great MrSpaceJockey, Purebreedalien, Vulhala.
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Finally.
The Omega has spoken.
Great interview man. Very interesting and agree with a lot of points like on AvP / Prometheus.
So Dr. Grant and Sadler finally found those interview fossils they had been seeking for many years. And they are just as glorious as we thought they would be.
I'm thoroughly enjoying these interviews now that I've seen this thread :)
Wee, that OmegaZilla interview is so good it needs OZ pics to go with it. :)
Spoiler
(https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7667758592/h3584C721/)
Yes! Finally interviewed! Great job OZ :) I have been missing your "Zillas" though. What happened to Vulhala btw?
QuoteRidley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
How old is this??
He sent the questionnaire to Omega over a year ago.
Quote from: SM on Jul 18, 2013, 01:16:46 AM
QuoteRidley Scott's Prometheus is set to be the lastest installment to the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and the direction they're taking with it?
How old is this??
That's why I included a disclaimer at the outset of the interview :P
Is editing the question to match the answer not an option in this digital age of hypertext in which we find ourselves living?
I didn't think about it. I was just amazed outta my mind to actually receive the answers.
Quote from: Eva on Jul 17, 2013, 11:22:25 PM
Wee, that OmegaZilla interview is so good it needs OZ pics to go with it. :)
Spoiler
(https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7667758592/h3584C721/)
:laugh:
I was overjoyed that day.
Quote from: AliceApocalypse on Jul 18, 2013, 01:06:01 AM
What happened to Vulhala btw?
He retired from here. Or at least appears only when the stars are right.
Quote from: SM on Jul 18, 2013, 01:16:46 AM
How old is this??
Older than you can imagine.
I dunno. I can imagine quite a bit...
Quote from: SM on Jul 18, 2013, 10:11:20 AM
I dunno. I can imagine quite a bit...
You'll get it. You will!
Here i was thinking that OZ's consisted of levelling Japanese cites with big mutant lizard powers :P
Quote from: SM on Jul 18, 2013, 10:11:20 AM
I dunno. I can imagine quite a bit...
I want to a follow-up interview with him though I'm not sure he'd respond in time :P
That reminds me. SM, would you like a follow-up?
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 18, 2013, 05:35:38 PM
I want to a follow-up interview with him though I'm not sure he'd respond in time :P
Times have changed so if you want, shoot it up.
You heard it first here folks. He said yes!!!
He finally did it.
Awesome. 8)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Jul 18, 2013, 05:49:28 PM
You heard it first here folks. He said yes!!!
Yay, I will look forward reading it next year :P
Spoiler
You know I kid OZ :D
Greetings, this seems like a fun page. How does one get interviewed? If I could find the time, I'd give it a go.
I typically interview the folks who have been around for a while because people know them and know much about them because they've been around for a while. Given your relative newcomer status, we don't know much about you is all.
10 posts is a minimum to qualify...
It is? *shrugs* didn't know that.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 07, 2014, 11:18:33 AM
It is? *shrugs* didn't know that.
Perhaps in the future then? I should imagine I've posted over 10 times, however, given your response to the other post, that is an arbitrary number.
Ah, it's OK. Sit tight!
You're able to have an interview, but, and I mean no disrespect, it's because you have so little posts and have been around for so little that it probably won't be that "in-depth" let's say. A lot of us waited until we were well known and something like over 1000 post at the least (a general estimate) because by then the interviewer usually knows us a lot more and can ask a lot more interesting and unique member specific questions, rather than just generalized questions alone anyone can answer.
That's the way I see it anyway.
only celebs like me because I'm fab 8)
Quote from: MudButt on Apr 08, 2014, 02:11:03 AM
only celebs like me because I'm fab 8)
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And they stay away from me because they're afraid of the truth. They're afraid I might reveal TOO MANY TRUTHS AND THEIR LIIIEES WILL COME CRASHING DOWN AROUND THEM!!!!
Quote from: Mr. Sin on Apr 04, 2014, 10:14:11 PM
Greetings, this seems like a fun page. How does one get interviewed? If I could find the time, I'd give it a go.
First you have to be awesome.
Quote from: RagingDragon on Apr 08, 2014, 09:56:03 AM
Quote from: Mr. Sin on Apr 04, 2014, 10:14:11 PM
Greetings, this seems like a fun page. How does one get interviewed? If I could find the time, I'd give it a go.
First you have to be awesome.
I aspire to such heights, however inconsequential. :)
I did send out a fresh batch of questions to a familiar face around here so stay tuned folks.
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 15, 2014, 11:04:06 AM
I did send out a fresh batch of questions to a familiar face around here so stay tuned folks.
AH SHIZ!
The anticipation.
Haha I bet you it's Rong.
Fitz.
rong pls
Mastermoon or bust.
Maybe UFOMan.
Have Aspie been interviewed?
Quote from: Shasvre on Apr 16, 2014, 12:59:58 AM
Have Aspie been interviewed?
Yep. (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1653367#msg1653367)
Quote from: RagingDragon on Apr 08, 2014, 09:56:03 AM
Quote from: Mr. Sin on Apr 04, 2014, 10:14:11 PM
Greetings, this seems like a fun page. How does one get interviewed? If I could find the time, I'd give it a go.
First you have to be awesome.
:D
Am I awesome enough yet? :/
Not even close.
Quote from: Predator Queen on Apr 16, 2014, 05:51:52 AM
Not even close.
I appreciate your candor. Never let it be said honesty cannot be reached politely. :)
Quote from: DoomRulz on Apr 16, 2014, 11:11:47 AM
Quote from: Predator Queen on Apr 16, 2014, 05:51:52 AM
Not even close.
That's what you think...
Kind of you, DoomRulz. Thank you. :)
I emailed you the answers to your query sheet, but have no idea if you received them.
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Well hello there my fellow Galaxy Goers! Thought I'd forgotten about you, eh? No such luck as I'm reviving this thread and showing off some fresh talent from around here. To start us off, I have one of our newest members and a fellow who is enjoying the "making of the rounds",
Mr. Sin!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Goodness, that is the question. There is a strong inclination to gravitate toward a state of personal dishonesty that would beg me to choose two films, but there should always be a spark of painful truth that tests one's true fandom. I am forced to answer: ALIENS. It is liberating, yet leaves me feeling a bit hollow knowing my second choice is and always has been its predecessor.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I'm a family man first and foremost. I come from a very large, shallowly-religious, Cuban/Mexican family (though out of spite for their lack of understanding concerning human nomenclature, I say I am predominantly Caucasian, which is technically correct, despite their best efforts to not grasp said concept). I love those who raised me, but do not subscribe to their worldviews, which are, for myself, incapable of providing any consequential source of solace or truth. I graduated as valedictorian of my high school, whilst maintaining my own apartment at the age of seventeen, and working a part time job at a local grocery store, which has led me to take a very hard stance concerning youth and responsibility in this day and age, as I'm thirty-two now. What else can I say? I would like to think I can get along with virtually anyone due to the notion that there is never a middle ground one can not reach. Life is just as much about how we live with others, after all. I would hate to think my legacy would be one of distaste in place of fondness.
How did you come up with your username?Humorous irony, to be frank. It was always anticipated that my interaction would be semi-ridiculed, given how forums operate as of late. As a secularist, sin is an inconsequential concept, for myself.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?Absolutely. I genuinely believed I was a huge fan until now, however, as some threads indicate that fandom can be taken to frontiers unimagined by myself. Were it not for aliens, I may not have chosen an artistic career path, certainly. Everything, from the screenplay to the rolling credits and all that rests in-between is a myriad of meta-achievments by masters of their respective fields all culminating in a marvelous ride. This understanding has led to my methodical approach to living, that is to say; moving forward is about learning and mastering every step of the way. I work toward improvement and the success of my nuclear family due to personal lessons and meaning inspired by the awe and wonder this franchise can illicit, far beyond the conscious scare-level. These movies, all of them, are a testament to human ingenuity and our capacity to work together. For myself, at least.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Personally, they are such wonderful life-statements in my view. A legacy is bound by many irrefutable truths, at the apex, is the ability to show the viewer a deeper meaning of life. That is what a good movie does, it leaves you feeling satiated, learned, and more complete than we previously were. Humanity is cursed with a hunger for deeper meaning where no such thing exists, and movies provide that catharsis. For myself, ALIEN is about the fear of life, and our petty view of what species is entitled to life based on how they enter the world. ALIENS is about the strength of motherhood and it's ravenous path of destruction from two points of view. It is about the lethality of choice. The queen is just as much a victim as Ellen Ripley; a mother caring for her brood, invaded by a foreign body, the main difference being Ripley's path of destruction was based on her self-righteousness and fear, the choice to engage in war with nature, whereas the queen is merely doing what she was designed to do. ALIEN 3 is about the obscurity of mortality from start to finish. The dog-alien's inception is just as solitary and innocuous as Ripley's demise and sacrifice in an infinite cosmos, harkening to the question, IF A TREE FALLS IN THE WOODS AND THERE IS NOBODY LEFT TO HEAR IT.... For myself, the movie taps into our fear of being forgotten or worse, never being recognized at all. ALIEN RESURRECTION is a tale of redemption, an allegory for learning to accept that which terrifies you, embracing it beyond the veil of flesh, deep into your psyche. Ripley literally became one with that she hated most, thus learning truths about her nature otherwise impossible to postulate. Indeed, these films offer much if one is inclined to look deep. For myself, I should say.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?To be fair to those who built the franchise, I respectfully decline to answer simply because it is of no consequence how I personally view the state of a franchise governed by those far wiser than myself. I have great disdain for opinions made by those ill-equipped to make certain judgments.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?It's no secret there are many colorful folks here. Above all, I enjoy learning new information others take for granted. You quickly learn there's a certain centricity to this site which can bring out the best and, from my point of view, not so great aspects in human nature. I value candor so those who speak honestly, however crass it potentially may be, I find to be quite refreshing. Honesty in this setting is a luxury, and certainly, I'd love to have more pleasant exchanges as opposed to being privy to such things as how many hands one uses to masterbate, or being called pretentious for merely typing as I choose to, but this is a risk one takes when they expose themselves. I have no regrets when it comes to joining this site.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Such a question is not beyond a certain measure of control, therefore I would suggest perhaps implementing a reputation-score based on politeness? It would help newcomers understand certain ideologies pertaining to humor.
Who is your favourite board member and why?Kimarhi is great, responds thoughtfully, is quite personable. Aspie's mischievous nature is refreshing. Bane is also quite funny, and his humor is matched by his likability. Truth be told I aspire to get along with all, even those who dislike me for whatever reason. I cannot control the views of others, after all.
What is your favourite curse word?I don't have one, they're all special in the correct context.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Logic prevents me from answering. To do so would force me to address everyone from Zeus to the god of Abraham, neither of which I deem relevant, personally.
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?I enjoyed the film very much, but as a viewer, do not find it to be as connected to the predecessor as I personally hoped it would be, but the brass at fox outweigh my musings. I have deep respect for the process by which films are made and am of the mindset that you should do rather than complain.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?Indeed, very much so. Granted, it would have to have Giger's alien in it, ;) I can hope.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Not at all. In fact I have a fully CG fan comic I am working on in my spare time. That's how much I enjoy the concept. I have ties to 20th Century Fox and almost had a shot at pitching my idea to Dark Horse but that franchise film-wise is essentially dead according to the powers that be. If you'd like to check it out I will provide a link perhaps?
I noticed that your job is a CG artist. Tell us more about that. What drew you to that profession?It started in high school, I took an elective class in 3d, back before Zbrush, back when Maya and 3ds Max were competitors, hah. I was using Max 3, one thing led to another, fourteen years later and I'm the one teaching. Over the years I've worked on a lot of different projects. A tip: it's always good to work pro-bono if the project will open doors later. You never know if that little startup will become the next epic etc.... It's not very glamorous, but it's important enough that I feel compelled to defend when the unqualified make judgments without understanding the sacrifices made by so many. Your appraisal of how a game should operate means nothing unless you are in the trenches using XML, Unity, Python etc...
Is CG becoming overused in movies in your opinion?In my view, no, because good CG is everywhere, we just can't tell. Bad cgi is easy to spot, and there is a lot more good CG that isn't getting recognition. It's just another tool to enhance a story, but that question comes up often. The issue isn't so much the overuse of CGI, but the sophistication of the viewer. The fantastical images we see more and more are no longer magical. We know if it can't be done in camera it's some form of digital manipulation, so when we watch a movie it's really hard to suspend disbelief because we just immediately know it's a string of numbers and code, and I say that a bit cynically because if the average moviegoer understood the awe that goes into digital art, how it all comes together, they'd likely be a little more respectful. :) it's not just, press this key for explosion, press that one for fully fabricated Gollum with AO (ambient occlusion) and SSS (sub surface scattering) shaders. I will always advocate learning how CG is done. It is getting better by the minute, but the zeitgeist says that it's popular to put down anything that isn't in camera as though it's lazier or cheaper, when it often costs more to do a shot in CG than it would to shoot a mediocre or technically inaccurate shot in camera. Misinformation haunts this profession.
Personally I don't mind CG, but I do miss the use of stop-motion work. Is there still a place for it at all in the animation world?Yes, as a matter of fact. Many CG animator a have used what is known as a motion input device. It takes stop motion-like data and records it as a key frame in xyz space. It was first employed in the early 1990s and has grown very advanced, however, advancements in motion capturing are taking up most of its clientele. Traditional stop motion is knot extinct either, but it's jerkiness is very easy to spot, what helps this, however is a huge leap in compositing technology.
When you think of top-notch CG, what's the first thing that comes to mind?Well, Jurassic Park one, of course. It still holds up today, then I'd say King Kong, Cesar from Rise Of Planet of the Apes, and while a tad dated in terms of certain methodologies, the T-1000. Those are just characters. I see top notch cgi primarily in television shows like Law And Order, where a green screen can be transformed into a bustling New York sidewalk with little evidence to suggest it's CGI :)
I'm a Jurassic Park junkie and I feel like the CG seen in a film that's 21 years old still looks better than most of the stuff we see today. Would you agree with that statement? Why or why not?It is a magnificent accomplishment, and I've had the pleasure of knowing some of the key players; Dennis Muren, Mike Lantieri, both heroes of mine. I agree that it looks very good still, but I cannot say it overshadows modern CGI. In some instances, absolutely, but it really boils down to the team. If a CGI creature looks as such, it's generally for the following reasons:
1. The lighting department and compositing crew are not in synch. This makes the model pop out of the scene unnaturally.
2. The animation tangents are imbalanced. This can make photorealistic assets seem cartoony and semi-rubbery.
3. Poor editing. It's amazing how a few seconds of extra animation can break a performance.
Bad cgi gives good cgi a bad reputation, quite unfairly. If a scene can be done practically, it's best to do so, but in some cases it is the age the film is developed in that can affect those choices. For instance, the MATRIX RELOADED had some very conspicuous cgi, but at the time there was only so much combat compositing you could get away with, so there needed to be CG Mr. Smiths on a level unseen at the time. You couple the power of the technology, with uncharted territory, and very poor human likeness capability and you are bound to be disappointed.
So many things can affect a project it's astounding :)
Nice interview.
Regarding CGI and stop-motion -- they have developed a new system to add motion blur to stop-motion works, with wonderful results. Example:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s43bRbZaAOk#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s43bRbZaAOk#ws)
Yup, great interview Mr. Sin! Keep posting your work, you've done some great stuff!
Quote from: Omegazilla on Apr 19, 2014, 08:54:09 AM
Nice interview.
Regarding CGI and stop-motion -- they have developed a new system to add motion blur to stop-motion works, with wonderful results. Example:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s43bRbZaAOk#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s43bRbZaAOk#ws)
Thanks to both Doom, and yourself for the appraisal.
Not to be a stickler, by any means, but that technique is very old. It's called Go-Motion; first employed by Phil Tippet with assistance from ILM. The gentleman who created that animation is actually an associate of Phil's. :) That was a video test for the animation in Jurassic Park before Dennis asked Spielberg if he would let him try out a CGI model. What an exciting time in the industry!
I sincerely mean ZERO disrespect or anything of that nature, I just did not want to perpetuate misinformation. :D
Quote from: Nightmare Asylum on Apr 19, 2014, 12:58:46 PM
Yup, great interview Mr. Sin! Keep posting your work, you've done some great stuff!
Thank you very much, I appreciate that. I will likely update the thread as time goes on. :)
Nice interview Mr. Sin. Cheers for the mention.
The interview was interesting. Hope to see you hang around the forums for years to come.
Quote from: Mr. Sin on Apr 19, 2014, 07:12:56 PM
Not to be a stickler, by any means, but that technique is very old. It's called Go-Motion; first employed by Phil Tippet with assistance from ILM.
Actually that is stop-motion; they did not use the mechanical motion control systems developed for
Dragonslayer and the likes (which they use for go-motion). This is the original version (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEK9mitagS8#) without the digital motion blur (which was added by an amateur).
Yo let's get some more interviews.
Has BANE been interviewed yet?
Gawd dammit Doom.
Quote from: Aspie on Apr 27, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Has BANE been interviewed yet?
Gawd dammit Doom.
Aye, I wouldn't mind reading that. :laugh:
I always wonder if I would be capable of giving a serious interview.
I would guess not.
OK everyone, hold your horses.
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Oh, hello there. Don't worry, the thread isn't dead yet. There are still plenty of interviews to come! Today,
BANE is being served up!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?AvP: Requiem.
Not because of the quality of the film, but because of the events surrounding it. There's just something about such stubborn, steadfast retardation that I just have to admire. Because let's look at the events in the making of the films as they take place in my mind. One brother approaches another brother with the script. That second brother reads the script,
likes or
loves it, and decides that he will spend a
year or more making a movie from it. If I had asked my sister to help me (for YEARS) to make a movie from that script, she would have kicked me three times in the balls and thrown me through the patio door into the backyard of my house. And not one single time during the making of that movie did they go "You know what, f**king hell, what are we doing here!?!". Then, when the movie is critically eviscerated they have the confidence and gall to maintain that their retard ramblings put to film is a genuinely fine piece of art. In my life I have never been so committed to something so pointless and dumb, save for the year I decided to hold my breath every time someone in a movie was underwater to test whether someone could really swim or survive that long. So AvP: Requiem.
In terms of quality and rewatching value I have to say ALIENS. There's just this feeling of dread you have throughout the whole movie, a feeling of inevitable death at any moment. Few movies make me feel that. The original ALIEN also did it, but it wasn't on the same scale.
I'd also have to say Predator, if only because it's one of the most fun movies out there.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I am a man and I go to school and sometimes I work. Sometimes. I have red hair that turns blond during summer. I am in my very early twenties. Oh, and ladies: I have six swords.
How did you come up with your username?My first username on this site was AintGotTime2Bleed, which my Grandma tells me is the reason why all the women in my family are infertile.
Menstruation jokes aside, there's an obvious reason why that was my username on
this site. I then had my name changed to BLAIN (again, obvious), and finally to BANE after I saw The Dark Knight Rises. I can do an impression of Bane that's pretty damn good, and often I use it when my local bank tries to offer me life insurance.
"I don't need to give my enemies any more incentive to kill me, madame" *click.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?It's taken up alot of my time. My predator study got me somewhat (and temporarily) re-interested in science (which is sad considering I'm taking science in University as we speak). They've also presented benchmarks for me that help me judge the quality of other science-fiction, horror and action films. Besides that...well, dicks and vaginas kind of frighten me now.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?I don't really know. Thankfully other people have been interviewed on this little shindig so I'll just say for all their reasons. Oh, can I say quality? I'll say quality.
I guess for the same reason I can eat Prince Regent cake over and over and over again; f**king awesomeness.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?Well I
liked Predators and
loved Prometheus, and I think my months of defense of the latter certainly proves that. Certainly they were both improvements on the AvP films and the last entries in their respective franchises. Alien: Resurrection is good up until the white alien pig thing. Ugh. I love Alien3. Not much else to say really. I hope Prometheus 2 can tighten up the script a bit so people don't have so much to pick at.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?Honestly, without AvP Galaxy I wouldn't have 90% of my wank material. The Hot Woman thread is a springboard into the great Porn beyond!
I also like almost all of the members. Well, most of the members. That's not true. I like two members. Me and you.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?I think
I should be a Moderator. HAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!
Who is your favourite board member and why?This is difficult. A favourite board member. Hmmm. This is like playing Deal or No Deal, except with STD's in the cases, not money.
"Open Box 15 Howie!"
"Oooh, damn, that's AIDS Cvalda. And there's the telephone...Darkness offers you HPV Aspie"
"I'll take Gonorrhea Rong"
What is your favourite curse word?MY FAVOURITE MOTHERf**kING QUESTION!
f**k is the default and has the greatest variety and rolls off the tongue the easiest (I also say it the most), but there really are only two more powerful words. The second most powerful is c**t. I
love that word. Any woman you say it to is pretty much immediately silenced with rage. I once told a girl in highschool that I had a fouler mouth than her and she challenged me to a swear off. She started by calling me a dick. Looking back, maybe she was flirting with me and trying to start off lightly. Regardless, I pressed the red nuke-dropping button early and called her a c**t. Suffice to say that ended rather quickly.
The most powerful word is n***er. I never call anybody this word, and haven't ever had occasion to really. Personally, I think I should be allowed to say it in reference. Like "He was called 'n***er' today". Like the people at the Oxford Dictionary during editing sessions. You think when they get to the N-section they go:
"Right, so Nigeria is done. Next is...*cough*...the N-word"
"Excuse me, Steve, we're in the N-section. They're
all N-words."
"Right. Yeah. Ummm...*picks up phone* Miranda, call up Jerome from the mail room"
Jerome enters
"Right, Jerome, can you read this word?"
"Yeah, sure...you motherf**kers serious? 'n***er!' God damn it I got mail to send! f**k y'all".
I thought I'd mention those other two words sort of like a rapper gives a shout-out to his homies.
No, the Oxford people say the word. And so should I.
But my favourite word is certainly f**k. Not just cuss word. Word in general. I thought I'd mention those other two words sort of like a rapper gives a shout-out to his homies.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Here's some of my powers, go back and f**k around with some Atheists.
I'm told you're quite the J.R.R. Tolkien fan. Which of his works is your favourite?The Silmarillion, definitely. That and The Hobbit, for different reasons. One is a fantasy work similar in many ways but of a grander scale than the Bible. The other is one of the best and most iconic fantasy novels of all time. The Hobbit is my default read if I've got nothing else to read, and it never ceases to captivate and enchant me. I remember when I was about 7 or 8 I went on a school trip and saw a play of The Hobbit. I remember it to this day, and it was the first time I'd ever willingly saved money to go buy a book.
What are your thoughts on the film adaptations of the respective works?Probably the greatest fantasy movies of all time, with the greatest film battles of all time.
End of, haha.
How does Tolkien stack up to other writers in the fantasy genre, in your estimation?I haven't read much other fantasy in a little while, but in terms of
popular fantasy I'd say he's the best. I started reading A Song of Ice and Fire about 5 years before the shows even began shooting, and stopped in one of the books when Tyrion couldn't get an erection even when a hooker had his cock in her mouth. I mean, come on. I never read a page after that. It was a slow, boring build, and honestly I'd rather have a slow, boring description of a meticulously thought out world than a slow, boring plot that constantly teases you like a disappearing ghost stripper. Do you know if anything has happened in the two books he's published since I stopped reading? Or are we still dancing around in politics every chapter?
I am actually particularly fond of The Bartimaeus Trilogy by Jonathan Stroud. I consider that much better than ASoIaF. Harry Potter was good, but again, Tolkien's MC Hammer.
For me personally, one reason I never saw The Harry Potter movies was because after seeing LotR, I wasn't sure someone could make a grander fantasy film. What are your thoughts on that?You'd be right.
Although you should still see them, simply because they're charming and the last two are quite touching.
What do you think of Peter Jackson as a director? Is the man just having fun or is he high on his own product?I think he's a good director. He did a god damned wonderful job with the Lord of the Rings films, despite some qualms I had where I thought the book equivalent of scenes were much better or would be much more effective, or times when he cut things for other stuff and (IMO) missed some opportunities (cue warg chase after Caradhras where Gandalf lights a f**king forest on fire...). They were gritty, they were beautiful, they were emotionally investing and amazingly acted (casting was perfect). They were action packed, and scored brilliantly (probably the best soundtrack of any film(s) ever). Peter wrote the script so I give him a bit more credit than simply director on those films. Although without WETA I don't think they would have been as awesome as they were.
I think with the Lord of the Rings he was extremely passionate about it, and it really showed. But it was his first
big set of films as director, and I think that sort of allowed for him to approach it with a clear head, not knowing (or thinking that he knew) what people liked about his movies. If that makes sense...
Why do you think such a different route was taken with The Hobbit than with LotR?In my opinion the whole thing is just a mess, for a bunch of reasons. First, there's money. It's been said SO many times on this forum, but quite frankly there's no other reason to have split such a relatively short story into three films. Studios (and Peter) saw the success LoTR had financially and wanted to replicate it. So Pete tried to replicate the LoTR in the films. He claims that he is adding stuff from other Tolkien sources, but that's a bit deceptive and probably said under the assumption that 99% of the movie going public won't check. In reality most of the stuff added to the story is his own invention, and it just doesn't measure up. And then you have to ask
why he would do that to pad it out to three films, and the answer comes back to dolla dolla bills y'all.
Second, it seems as though Peter (and Philippa or Fran or whomever he's married to and writes with. I highly suspect they engage in regular threesomes) doesn't really understand what people liked about his LoTR films. Yes, people liked the action scenes and the battles. But it wasn't
just those. The world was captivating and wonderful, and seemed as though it could have been
real. It was endearing, and so were the characters. In The Hobbit, he takes just one of those (action and battles) and amplifies it a hundredfold, leaving only one likable character (not because of writing either, but because of who plays him (Martin Freeman)). AND this character gets relegated to the sidelines quite often to make way for more battles. Other characters are shoehorned in with clichéd motivations to add a love story (big increase in female viewing figures there, say the bean counters) or an extra 2 minute battle scene. I mean...come on.
Thirdly, there are the advances in effects that have happened since 2003. Which are substantial, and obviously Peter and co. wanted to make use of them. But it makes things too smooth and glossy and perfect to be real (which was one of the great assets of the LoTR films). The suits and practical effects that worked so well for LoTR were traded in for gloss and sheen. Somehow the CGI looks less real in the Hobbit films (except for Smaug...who they screwed up in a different way). Unfortunately.
Had you not read the book, do you think you'd have a different opinion of The Hobbit?I think I would have disliked it
less, but I still would have disliked it, for many of the same reasons. One of the biggest issues I have with these films is how the
tone was changed from the book. I genuinely feel like it's a worse tie-in to LoTR than the book is because of it.
One of the biggest complaints with The Hobbit, as with most book-to-film adaptations, is that the movie doesn't follow the book. Do you think this was ever really a valid criticism of any film based on a book?Occasionally. Obviously some things
have to be changed, as written word allows for things that would be infeasible on film (like inner thoughts, for example, unless you want to have cheesy dialogue over a face...). But it all depends on how good the changes they made to the book are (obviously). For example, in the Lord of the Rings, a good change (for me) was the Ents directly attacking Isengard and really showcasing their strength, whereas in the books they sort of hid and just broke down the front door. A bad change was the random addition of Elves at Helm's Deep, which is internally inconsistent. So even within the same movie you have arguments for and against it.
But I think The Hobbit films are a clearer example of why following the book is good. It's a classic story that pretty much everyone loves. What gall to think it wouldn't play out well on a screen with
some changes and updating.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA holy shit
Bane's interview lead in is telling the world how much he likes AvPR. lolololololol
Quote from: Aspie on May 21, 2014, 03:54:38 PM
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA holy shit
Quote from: Kimarhi on May 21, 2014, 04:02:45 PM
Bane's interview lead in is telling the world how much he likes AvPR. lolololololol
;D
Fantastic interview man! :D
lol i'll take "syphilis bane" thanks :laugh:
I already know who I'll be interviewing next. Sit tight!
Has ikarop done one of these? :P
I think so?
I recall that he did, but I'm not sure if those are just implanted false memories or not.
^Ikarop controls our minds? O.o.
Quote from: Blacklabel on May 29, 2014, 12:19:26 AM
^Ikarop controls our minds? O.o.
Confirmed Matrix bot.
Ikarop is Poraki backwards.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What does this mean?
OHMYGAHHHHHHHHHD!
Quote from: Cvalda on May 29, 2014, 12:09:52 AM
Has ikarop done one of these? :P
He sure has! Interviewed by yours truly! ;D
Quote from: ShadowPred on May 29, 2014, 12:17:59 AM
I recall that he did, but I'm not sure if those are just implanted false memories or not.
If that's true, you should be worried about what else I may have been implanting... and
where on you.
Quote from: Xenodog on May 29, 2014, 08:01:44 AM
Quote from: Cvalda on May 29, 2014, 12:09:52 AM
Has ikarop done one of these? :P
He sure has! Interviewed by yours truly! ;D
Where is it? This thread needs an index :P
He's put a remote monitored thermometer in your butt Shadow.
Pray you never reach 'rare'. :'(
Quote from: Cvalda on May 29, 2014, 04:22:57 PM
Quote from: Xenodog on May 29, 2014, 08:01:44 AM
Quote from: Cvalda on May 29, 2014, 12:09:52 AM
Has ikarop done one of these? :P
He sure has! Interviewed by yours truly! ;D
Where is it? This thread needs an index :P
It did briefly get one...before that was lost in the thread too.
Here it is :
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1653195#msg1653195 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=38961.msg1653195#msg1653195)
You may want a follow up, mine was quite game-based.
Aha, thanks!
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Quote from: ShadowPred on May 29, 2014, 12:17:59 AM
I recall that he did, but I'm not sure if those are just implanted false memories or not.
If that's true, you should be worried about what else I may have been implanting... and where on you.
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Quote from: BANE on May 29, 2014, 04:23:46 PM
He's put a remote monitored thermometer in your butt Shadow.
Pray you never reach 'rare'. :'(
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:D :D :D
That's totally my ring-tone.
I sent out a fresh batch of questions just now.
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Even tho I already said nah to you?
Don't flatter yourself.
Ikarop needs a follow up rucap so he can spill the T.
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Hello everyone, and today, I have an interview for you with another board veteran. Though he's a gentleman who's only come out of obscurity in the past year or so, he knows his way around these parts and is no stranger to most of us. I present
Kimarhi!!
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?Initially it was Aliens that got me into the series. Futuristic space Marines exploring the universe fighting against Aliens to save colonist and winning the gratitude of flight officers everywhere just seemed awesome to my young preteen self when I first watched the movies. As I've grown older and actually got to experience real life Aliens seems much more romanticized to me than it once did. Alien and its space truckers in space vs unknown other feels more valid to me than the second film even though I still find it to be a strong sequel. I also like the third film quite well and think it's pretty underrated as a franchise installment.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?' I'm a part time everything. I find it very hard to invest all my time in any one activity. Part time sales employee, part time soldier in the National Guard, part time student. My interest are literally all over the place and I like to have downtime to do a little bit of everything. I've been hiking in the rocky mountains, backpacking in Tennessee, canoeing and spelunking in the Mammoth Cave system of caverns in Kentucky, been a student at a community college, Murray State University, Western Kentucky University, and the University of Kentucky, swam in the pacific ocean waters around Hawaii, am an Eagle Scout (fuk da haterz), deployed veteran of the US Army, spent time in Germany, Kuwait, Ethiopia, and Djibouti.......I just like to do new stuff and experience new things. I have an appreciation for the outdoors and have always felt an almost spiritual connection to my home city of Hopkinsville, Ky. I might flirt around a lot with other places but Hoptown will always be home. I don't consider myself a free spirit but not a follow every rules without question guy either. I can appreciate order but hate to be controlled.
How did you come up with your username?The thing about my username is that it reflects who I was more at the time I chose the nic over now. It is a shortened version of my nic from gamegossip.com. I chose it at a time when I saw myself as a young and silent type who was loyal to cause and companions because that is the way the character is portrayed in the FFX videogame. Plus I can't spell as has been noted over the course of my stay in the forums. When gamegossip started to die and many of the forum goers made their way here I simply kept the name and the misspelling to make it easier for people to contact me.
"But that doesn't sound anything like you now," some will say.
I've been a member of this forum for a very long time but only emerged out of forum obscurity whilst deployed. My fandom had suffered and aside from sporadic posting I took a pretty long hiatus until one day bored as shit in Africa I decided to come back here and see what was up. Walking around and checking vehicles with squatted axles that you thought might explode at anytime removed my ability to give any f**ks and to take anything serious so I opened up more and here I am. In my old age I have come to appreciate convenience hence my inability to abandon this nic for something newer and hipsterish for the lulz that would fit my personality better.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?I don't want to say that Aliens might've influenced my decision to enter the military but Aliens might've influenced my decision to join the military. At least subconsciously. Consciously my Grandfather who was a WWII vet who fought in the European theater as an infantryman had more influence. Still what is not badass about only waking up to kick something's ass or to go on shore leave?
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?Honestly? Very little. The franchise started its death knell during Alien Resurrection and has never been able to recover. AvP did nothing to improve it, and the much ballyhooed Prometheus also spun the wheels of mediocrity. I suppose there is some latent desire embedded deep within that hopes one day a decent Alien movie could rise from the ruins and emerge victorious over the last twenty plus years of inferior filmmaking to restore glory to a once proud franchise. That and I like to troll people.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?From these are awesome movies! To well that movie was okay but maybe the next movie will be better. To that sucked. To why won't it end?
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?It actually feels more like a community than people running around saying stupid shit. That is exactly what it is, but I feel our community generally gets along with each other and knows when we are messing with one another vs other forums where the person that can spew the most toxic shit wins the internet. f**k places like that.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?Kimarhi Ronso as American ambassador to movie sets, game development companies, hot novelization writer chicks for AvPGalaxy.net
Who is your favourite board member and why?Too many to list. SM and Xhan I've known since gamegossip and they were both solid folk who learned me good. Cal, Bane and aspie are like little e-brothers. Rong and Raging Dragon are like your drunk roommates when you are going through college. Cvalda and Ikarop are like the neighbor chicks that you can't quite figure bracketing themselves in between bouts of bad behavior encouragement and then anal reaming for bad behaviour. There are several other people who I only remember having positive interaction with: Vakarian, Eva, Rich, Sil etc. If I left you out its because its 11:24 and I'm extremely tired. Or I don't like you.
I actually need to get some of you writers in on an april fools prank I have for next year vs the internet concerning this franchise but keep it on the downlow....writers get at me.
What is your favourite curse word?Asking any soldier to pick a favorite swear is like asking a fat kid in a candy shop to pick one candy. Diabeetus plz. All da bad words.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?Would you like to use that get out of hell free card?
But in reality he would say, "Why kimarhi it is about time you showed up, you always were my favorite."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?f**k this movie. Seriously. Nothing pisses me off more than the whole, "We are trying to distance ourselves from this movie as much as we can.........but we are totally retconning the first movie because we absolutely don't want to be involved in this Alien franchise at all." Instead you get a movie that is a rehash of several other scifi movies but doesn't even manage to rip them off convincingly. Exploding alien heads? Seriously? f**k that noise.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?About as much as Under the Skin.
:-*
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?Naw. I played the shit out of AvP and AvP2 because they were superior AvP concepts. Just like I read both Stradley and Steve Perry's takes on the AvP mythos. What doesn't work is hiring hack directors and screenwriters and expect anything worthwhile to be produced. I DO think that AvP is an offputting concept to some Alien series (or in a lesser case Predators series) fans simply because the world of Predator is so much more macho than the Alien ones and you are forced to either insert the Alien into that mythos or make the predator more serious (which always seems to portray them as Jason/Michael Vorhees types when used this way).
Improvement would be investing the time and money to find more qualified people to make a better AvP movie or game. 2010 wasn't awful but it lacked the intensity of 99.
It's no secret you're a military man. Do you still serve? If so (or not), where and when have you been in service?Yes I am still in the US Army National Guard. I'm currently just under three years into a six year contract. I had a deployment as force protection to the Horn of Africa staying for six months in Djibouti City, Djibouti, and three months forward deployed to Dire Dawa, Ethiopia. On the way to and fro we had stops in Germany and Kuwait. I wouldn't mind stopping by Ethiopia (preferably Addis) and Germany in a non military role to take in more of the country and people. I never want to see Djibouti or Kuwait again.
Why did you join the military?The most practical was because it pays for college education in your state (if you join your states National Guard, active duty and reserve have different tuition assistance programs than the guard). The guard knocks off my tuition for the semester and then knocks off half my rent by way of the Montgomery GI Bill every month of that semester. It is pretty nifty and if your a prospecting college student in the states wanting a higher education then it is an worthy option to explore unless your some pinko commie muslim jihadist. The most obvious reason was I was filled with pride for my country and its fighting men at a very young age by my grandfather who fought a prolonged European campaign in WWII. Decorated with the purple heart and bronze star for valor who shook his head at those awards to point at the CIB and say, "that's the only award I ever cared about," it was impossible for my young and impressionable mind to resist the soldiering influence. The romanticized notion of a soldier also held much sway, and then there is that constant desire to want to test myself and do new things.
Do you now, or have you ever, wanted to be in a special branch of the military (Black Ops, etc...)?Everybody at one point in time thinks about being the best. At one time I was obsessed with the idea of going Army SF. Now that passion has cooled considerably and I'm probably looking at military intelligence for my second contract so I can get out and get a fat paycheck in the civilian sector at an intelligence agency. But I'm pretty sure I have ADHD or some shizz so me wanting to be a 99zulu combat fisherman nasa shuttle door gunner will probably return.
I asked Crazy Rich this question as he is a military man as well so I'd like your opinion. Video games like Call of Duty and
Battlefield market themselves with taglines such as "Experience the horror of wartime" or "Nothing gets you closer to the action", that sort of thing. Is this sort of advertising even ethical? If I were a soldier, current or former, I think I'd find it rather insulting to think some corporation thinks it can make money by simulating what it thinks I went through.Corporations will be corporations. They are soulless entities. You've come to expect that they will say or do foolish things to turn a buck. I'm more disappointed in the generation of kids, teens, and adults who think just because they play Call of Duty they think they people. There are no respawns in real life. You get shot and killed running and gunning in Afghanistan and you are just dead forever. The first time I thought I was being mortared I was so scared I tried to put my helmet on backwards. It turned out the French were just doing a controlled detonation of confiscated ordnance. Scared the f**k out of everybody. Nothing compares to the fear that imminent death could be on the way. Nothing compares to the boredom. Nothing compares to the adrenaline. Thought I would have to shoot somebody with about a week and a half left in the deployment. I had such an adrenaline surge it was like being high. This was a deployment full of near misses and what ifs. For someone like RagingDragon or Meathead or M41guy who've all deployed to Iraq/Afghanistan I'm sure the feelings are amplified.
I've read material online that speaks to severe lack of services for veterans coming back from combat and this, unfortunately, is what leads to soldiers committing suicide or going on shooting sprees, etc... Do you have any thoughts on that?It's true in a sense. When we came back from our combat deployment that was without combat (earlier this week a grenade was thrown into a restaurant I ate at in DJC) we had an overabundance of people willing to help us out with everything from psychological help to help finding jobs. The problem is that this was offered to us at a time when nobody gives a shit. When you've just spent 11 months and some change away from home you don't care about any of the shit they try to give you or introduce to you. You are only thinking about getting home and seeing family for the first time. Secondly there aren't enough people qualified to work with veterans. Especially those that have experienced combat. The civilians I worked with coming back home meant well but they can't relate to anything we were doing. They especially couldn't relate to those amongst our ranks who had been in since the early 2000's and had repeated deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan that they subjected themselves to voluntarily. It is just a different mentality that can lead to some unfathomable gaps in between peoples ability to relate to one another.
I am not a combat veteran so I don't have the psychological burdens that some people comeback with. It did take awhile for my nerves to reset themselves when I cam back because every local national vehicle you checked when running an ecp or what have you had the chance to be full of Al Shabaab, but was blessed to return home to a positive support system in friends and family with opportunities to go back to school or stay at home and work. Just a lucky guy. I did have a hard time both relearning how to do college schoolwork (in the Army at least on the conventional side your downtime is your own, it isn't filled with extracurricular course work 90% of the time) and adapting to my peers, but that was mostly because after working for five years and then enlisting in the ARNG (and getting deployed) I was so much older than they were. I had more in common with the graduate students than the students who were in my classes but I adapted.
Albert Einstein said, "I do not know what weapons World War III will be fought with, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones." Does that sound accurate to you?While I think that it is unlikely we will ever be involved in a superpower vs superpower slugfest like we continually found ourselves in during the past, if it did happen then Einsteins nuke quote would be pretty accurate I imagine, even though there might not be anyone left alive to swing the rocks and stones.
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If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
Too many to list. SM and Xhan I've known since gamegossip and they were both solid folk who learned me good. Cal, Bane and aspie are like little e-brothers. Rong and Raging Dragon are like your drunk roommates when you are going through college. Cvalda and Ikarop are like the neighbor chicks that you can't quite figure bracketing themselves in between bouts of bad behavior encouragement and then anal reaming for bad behaviour. There are several other people who I only remember having positive interaction with: Vakarian, Eva, Rich, Sil etc. If I left you out its because its 11:24 and I'm extremely tired. Or I don't like you.
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
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Great interview! Very lengthy and insightful. Didn't know you had been around for
so so so so so long.
Dude, that question has been around since Aeus started this thing.
I know, I've answered it myself when I got interviewed.
It's the answer in regards to the question that I found interesting, lol.
SHIT! I need to correct that, lmao. Hold on a second.
EDIT: answers reversed. That's better.
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If I left you out its because its 11:24 and I'm extremely tired. Or I don't like you.
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Quote from: DoomRulz on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
Cvalda and Ikarop are like the neighbor chicks that you can't quite figure bracketing themselves in between bouts of bad behavior encouragement and then anal reaming for bad behaviour.
:laugh:
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?
About as much as Under the Skin.
:-*
>:(
Spoiler
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Time for the anal reaming.
Nice interview, e-bro.
Quote from: Cvalda on May 30, 2014, 08:30:24 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
Cvalda and Ikarop are like the neighbor chicks that you can't quite figure bracketing themselves in between bouts of bad behavior encouragement and then anal reaming for bad behaviour.
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I didn't even blink when I read that, neither did my arsehole.
Great interview mah negs, btw I'm not drunk I'm just mildly retarded
I could've sworn I put Vickers in. But Vickers is cool peeps.
Quote from: Cvalda on May 30, 2014, 08:30:24 PM
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
Cvalda and Ikarop are like the neighbor chicks that you can't quite figure bracketing themselves in between bouts of bad behavior encouragement and then anal reaming for bad behaviour.
:laugh:
Quote from: DoomRulz on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?
About as much as Under the Skin.
:-*
>:(
Spoiler
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Time for the anal reaming.
;) :-[
Quote from: Kimarhi (via DoomRulz) on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
I actually need to get some of you writers in on an april fools prank I have for next year vs the internet concerning this franchise but keep it on the downlow....writers get at me.
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Quote from: Kimarhi (via DoomRulz) on May 30, 2014, 02:34:45 PM
I actually need to get some of you writers in on an april fools prank I have for next year vs the internet concerning this franchise but keep it on the downlow....writers get at me.
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Not time yet. But soon. Be thinking of Alien series ideas.
i am looking forward to see that on the forums.
Rightio, I'd like to inject some life back into this thread and hopefully, get some of the newer members more active on the site. Let's see who's around...
I was just thinking about this thread today and then popped into General and saw this post. Was thinking about rebooting this. Bear with.
Already on it! Waiting on a member ;)
So... what's the point of this thread?
It's a way for the community to connect. Members are interviewed and they're chosen based on popular choice or people that the most active.
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As Richard Pryor once said: "I ain't dead yet, muthaf**kas!" It brings me great pleasure to revive this thread from extinction (fitting, considering who was just interviewed) with a chat with my friend Vertigo. I think you folks are going to like this one.
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First, let's begin with the obvious. Which is your favourite film of the franchises and why?
It's been Alien since the age of 18, around when I started to appreciate art.
More than any other popular film I can think of, Alien feels like it's defined by its artistry, and the responses that provokes. Jerry Goldsmith's by-turns beautiful, strident, creepy, bizarre and pulse-raising score, the Nostromo's padded-cell-in-a-submarine aesthetic, Acheron's volcanic fingers reaching from the ground, the Derelict's insides resembling some vast animal, the biomechanical nightmare of the alien itself and the way it hunts slowly and inexorably like a walking disease. Plus the feelings elicited by the body horror and claustrophobia inherent to the script, and the camerawork focusing on every bead of sweat and queasy strobe. It's cinema as art.
Give us some insight into the man behind the username. In other words, 'who are you and what do you do?'
I've spent most of my life (I'm about to turn 30) fighting ME. I wish that meant sending stern letters to Bioware about Wrex and Tali's failure to hook up, but I mean ME as in myalgic encephalomyelitis.
It's currently thought to be an autoimmune disease, and creates massive exhaustion, cognitive disorder and body pain. The symptoms are triggered by exertion and stress, to an escalating degree of severity. At its very worst, I've been physically unable to stand up, unable to find words for the most basic conversations, and clawing at my legs to numb the pain.
More recently, through careful diet and exercise, I've been able to improve my general fitness to the point that it takes heavier exertion to trigger ME symptoms. I can do a hell of a lot more now, and am hoping to lead a more functional existence soon. In the meantime, I'm a guide at the local Tudor manor and Neolithic henge, and a musician-in-training.
How did you come up with your username?
Vertigo's a character in mid-'90s prehistoric kaiju fighting game Primal Rage. She's the serpentine goddess of insanity with an Escher-esque palace on the Moon, whose fatality move is to transform enemies into cows. She's a bit shit in the game to be honest, but I thought the name was appropriate as the first thing people tend to notice about me is my vertiginous verticality.
Has your love of this franchise influenced you in anyway?
Possibly due to watching the first two films at an early age, the xeno's a recurring member of my less pleasant dreams. As alluded to earlier, it's symbolic of my ME. Usually it's coming for me, and I can't escape. Sometimes it instead grisly dispatches other people whom I try and fail to save, which is a metaphore for all the friends I've lost (chronic illnesses like ME are *extremely* isolating), or the family members I feel I'm dragging down with me. When I started to fight off the illness, the dreams changed to me hunting groups of xenos with a flamethrower.
We're all here due to our appreciation of these franchises. What about them keeps you interested after all these years of fandom?
Alien, Aliens and the special edition of Alien 3 form my favourite trilogy in cinema, and every viewing feels like a powerful experience.
As for being an active member of the fandom, there's so much sketchily-defined backstory that interesting discussions continually pop up. And because it's a successful franchise, there's usually a new entry coming up (whether it's a film, game or book - I think games have the most potential) to anticipate or dread.
I haven't actually mentioned Predator at all so far, so should take the time to point out, I'm not just here as an Alien fan. Predator's so iconic, and pretty much perfect in my opinion. I have nitpicks with all the Alien films (those nits are the size of sperm whales in Resurrection's case), but not Predator. Super enjoyable too, which also goes for guilty pleasure Predator 2.
What are your thoughts on how the series has developed over the years?
It's been very variable, mainly due to there not being one 'franchise director' with a view on the long-term direction for either series. On the plus side, this means each film can stand on its own, and brings a unique creative vision. That's an ideal situation for broad-ability auteurs like James Cameron to create something extraordinary, but when there isn't a visionary who can grab the project by the cojones, it's produced messy results.
Neil Blomkamp is more of an auteur than anyone who's tackled either series in the last couple of decades, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Alien 5. Just hoping he can make the characters likeable and the dialogue meaningful and economical, his films tend to have problems in those respects.
What is it about the AvP Galaxy community that you enjoy the most?
I think AvP Galaxy has the perfect activity level for a forum. So many places I visit, it's either the same handful of people in every thread, making an insular community that's unwelcoming to outsiders, or it's 4chan-style incomprehensible text diarrhea.
AvPG hits the perfect posting balance, and has a broad spectrum of contributor personalities. Most interests are discussed here, and at a pace that's easily manageable.
If you could change or add one thing to AvP Galaxy, what would it be?
It's not really anything that can be added with moderation or new code (I think AvPG is excellent in both those regards). We lost a lot of the regular posters last year, and the main thing I'd like to see is a re-attaining of that level of contributor diversity.
It's just a question of time, I guess - it's not *bad* even now.
Who is your favourite board member and why?
Of the regular posters, I like Doom for his broad-ranging interests and inclination towards learning, and Hicks for his relentless decency.
I'm also a big fan of Omega, Bat Chain Puller, MrSpaceJockey and Nightmare Asylum, on the occasions they get around to posting. :P
What is your favourite curse word?
"Curses". It pretty much covers all the bases. "Smeg" is also far too good to waste on a fridge company.
If Heaven exists, what would you like God to say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
"The correct life philosophy for access to Heaven is an adoration for The Matrix Revolutions. Come on in, there are only like five people in here."
Ridley Scott's Prometheus was the latest installment into the franchise. What are your feelings towards the film and do you feel it has contributed anything new and exciting to existing Alien lore?
Short version: No.
Long version: Scott's an amazing visualist, but apparently he tried to tackle writing with Prometheus, dictating story ideas to Damon Lindelof, and it seems this isn't one of his strengths. Lots of half-baked concepts and threads that lead nowhere.
I think something was also lost in the edit - you can see that a lot of concept art and production images look better than what ended up in the final cut - but Prometheus was a massive disappointment for me.
As for its additions to the lore, I'm still struggling to understand how exactly the Engineers directed hundreds of millions of years of evolution into a primate that looks almost exactly like them, and the Deacon featured absolutely no element of what makes Giger's xenomorph such a powerful design.
Does the prospect of a Prometheus sequel excite you?
I do think there's a better version of Prometheus lurking in what was shot (or at least what was *planned*), so despite hating it, I still have some hope for the sequel.
What about the upcoming Predator reboot, being written by Shane Black?
That one I'm less optimistic about. I feel dirty for saying this, given that he's Hawkins, but I haven't enjoyed either of his directorial projects.
The Predator lore has such a small amount rooted in film canon that a writer/director has vast creative leaway, so *theoretically* the series could have massive potential. Not sure Shane's the one to realise that, but I'll try to keep an open mind until the credits roll.
Do you feel AvP is a wasted concept? If so, what could be improved?
As we've seen with the games and books (and I assume the comics, haven't read them), there's plenty of potential in the concept. The films haven't created a character as strong as Noguchi, or tapped into that unease of her relationship with the Predators. The roughly-Aliens-contemporaneous future setting also works much better than the present day, with offworld colonies providing a wild west sort of setup.
Ultimately though, as with the main Alien and Predator films, it's just a case of getting the right people involved. The AvP series hasn't had a James Cameron level of talent operating on it.
You're one of the board's resident paleontology fans. How did that come about?
Most folks seem to become interested in dinosaurs at an early age, then leave that behind them when they approach teenagedom and need to dissociate from the things they loved as a youngster. I was no exception, and only came back around to palaeontology in my late teens.
I was already a 7-year-old dino fan when Jurassic Park came out, but it was probably re-reading Michael Crichton's book that generated my adult interest. It's a work that challenges the popular conception that dinosaurs were obsolete animals destined for extinction - instead citing cutting-edge research that they were energetic, agile, intelligent, social and in many cases probably incredibly deadly. They filled ecological niches that modern animals haven't managed.
It helped that I've always been interested in all forms of nature, but through my mid-teens I'd thought of the extinct forms as irrelevant. That book led me to discovering how amazing they really were, and how much poorer the world is for their absence.
Over the course of my later research, understanding the processes of evolution and life's family tree has given me infinitely deeper appreciation for the animals and plants that're still with us, so it's been a hugely rewarding education.
Favourite paleontologist?
Probably Phil Currie, the Canadian professor. He's been a major part of the theory (and then discovery) that birds are descended from dinosaurs, helped to start the Chinese digs that have revealed so many fuzzy dinosaurs over the last couple of decades, and has been central to recent tyrannosaur research (including the discovery that some species were social).
With Jurassic World having been released this past summer and making all the money in the world, it seems like dinosaurs are still as popular as ever. But people still seem to see dinosaurs themselves, as Brian Switek put it, as "kitschy kids stuff." Do you think this will ever change?
Public perception is so heavily moulded by what they see on films and TV. Back when dinosaurs were first being discovered in the 19th century, people of all ages, genders and classes flocked to see models of them at the Crystal Palace, and dinosaur research was something done by aristocratic doctors - a noble pursuit.
It all changed around World War 2, when palaeontology effectively stopped. What filled the void were stories about Roy Chapman Andrews, an Indiana Jones type who explored Outer Mongolia in the '20s and came back with the first discoveries of Velociraptor and Protoceratops. These were the sort of adventures that kids lapped up, and as films grew more popular, they increasingly exploited this "boys' own" love of dinosaurs, with dumb muscles-and-loincloth features.
This shifting attitude was exacerbated by scientists largely ignoring the implications of Chapman's discoveries. Dinosaurs were painted as dumb, sluggish, lumbering, poorly adapted beasts - easily dismissed by adults, as these were obviously creatures that the world had advanced beyond.
Anyway. I grew up in a version of that world, liking dinosaurs was considered *MUCH* more childish than it is today. The turning point in public perception was when Jurassic Park was released in cinemas - that film did not become the highest-grossing film in history until 1997 just from kids' tickets.
An important interest-sustaining factor is that palaeontology has been progressing at breakneck pace for the last couple of decades, with groundbreaking (sorry) discoveries happening every year or two. It's not the dead science it was in the mid-20th century, dinosaur headlines frequently appear near the front of newspapers.
There's still a lingering legacy of palaeontology being a kids' subject, as a lot of TV still caters primarily or exclusively to them, but the general perception is nowhere near as bad as it used to be. It also helps that the broad-ranging success of superhero films has meant that interests considered childish are now fairly normal for adults.
Why do you think the general public and JP fans in particular are so resistant to the idea of feathered dinosaurs?
Again, it's a product of what they've been seeing on screen. If you look at a game community, when sequel time comes, fans are HUGELY resistant of change to the established dynamic. They've had a conception formed in their mind of how things SHOULD be, and anything that challenges that is a threat. Look at how many people complained when Pluto was downgraded to a dwarf planet, or claimed that George Lucas "ruined their childhoods" during the 2000s.
The main problem is that we've yet to see feathered dinosaurs done *really* well on the big screen. I've been saying this in AvPG's palaeontology thread for a while, but I think it'll take another Crash McCreery / Stan Winston level talent designing really cool animatronics for a smash-hit film to change the popular mindset.
That's the thing, for all the science involved, the appearance of a prehistoric animal is still heavily subject to interpretation. A raptor is only as menacing and badass as the artist chooses to make it, whether it's hairy or scaly.
What would you say is the most accurate dinosaur film ever released?
If you count short films, then Phil Tippett's Prehistoric Beast (which you can watch on Youtube) was spot-on for the time. Tyrannosaurus' pronated wrists and the obsolescence of stop-motion are the only things that particularly date it even today.
For feature-length, 2013's Walking With Dinosaurs 3D has some of the most accurate recreations, but that's undermined by their gross anthropomorphism. You can partially negate this by watching the Cretaceous Cut on the 3D Bluray edition, which removes all the dialogue and makes an otherwise dire film watchable.
Jurassic Park also hit pretty damn close to what we knew in 1993. The vast majority of what are now widely seen as mistakes were either products of our knowledge at the time, or (particularly in the case of Dilophosaurus) examples of hypothetical traits that the fossil record would be unlikely to preserve.
There are a few exceptions, but generally, it was about as close to scientific authenticity as you could ever hope for a tentpole action film to manage. Shame that mindset didn't continue...
Of all the dinosaur films out there, which one is your favourite?
Jurassic Park, it's not a close call. The Land Before Time has no shortage of feels though, and hits close to why prehistoric life feels so important to me.
Have you ever been on a dig? If not, would you ever go?
Nope. I've been on a few amateur fossil spotting trips on the Isle of Wight, and had the amazing experience of touching the footprints of theropods and iguanodontids in situ, but the aforementioned health issues curtailed my teenage hope of studying palaeobiology and evolution at university.
What's your take on fossil collecting laws in the United States? They are a controversial topic amongst American paleontologists, with Peter Larson being the only one it would seem who supports them.
I'm not an expert, being on the other side of the Atlantic. Fossil culture's very different in Britain, as our best sites are fairly compact, and regularly patrolled by people with academic or good-spirited interest. There are plenty of scientifically insignificant ammonites and shark teeth to satisfy commercial collectors.
I understand that landowners in the States have the right to do anything they want with fossils on their land. That seems reasonable to me, but it might help to mandate that university researchers have a limited period to study them first. Selling fossils found on government land is illegal in some parts of the world (such as China), enacting this could help preserve contents of the more important fossil-bearing formations.
Your knowledge of prehistory is very deep, to anyone who has interacted with you. Where do you get your information from?
Lots of books, lots of late-night trawlathons on Wikipedia (which has a fantastically curated palaeontology section).
My advice to anyone looking to learn is to take anything you see on screen with a mountain of salt, even if it's in a documentary. The science moves so fast that programmes are often rendered inaccurate between production and airing, and they tend to state possibilities as fact.
Look for a recent, recommended book by a qualified palaeontologist, and if you ever feel any curiosity for something not answered on the page, dive into Google (or ask on here).
I'm not sure how that ended up being so long, but it was fun answering. Thanks very much for the invite, Doom. :)
I'm sorry if this thread is deader than a doornail, but would it hurt to ask if this could be reactivated?
Was just browsing this thread for old times sake. ;D
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 22, 2019, 02:21:29 AM
I'm sorry if this thread is deader than a doornail, but would it hurt to ask if this could be reactivated?
I'd love to get something going again, it's been something I've been thinking about. If we have any volunteers please shout up.
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Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 22, 2019, 02:21:29 AM
I'm sorry if this thread is deader than a doornail, but would it hurt to ask if this could be reactivated?
I'd love to get something going again, it's been something I've been thinking about. If we have any volunteers please shout up.
Sure. I'll volunteer.
Sweet. I'll drop you an PM in a bit.
Me too - It's my civic duty to bore everyone....
I'm up for being interviewed again as well. 8)
Not sure if the questions are going to be updated or not.
Were Verm or Local ever interviewed? That'd be seriously entertaining.
Right. I have a set of questions, and a few people in mind to dump them on.
Do we wanna see Local Trouble? Vermillion? Whiterabbit? Huggs? Voodoo Magic? Or Cruentus?
Wait, what did I do!? :laugh:
Seriously though, this is an interesting thread, it is a way to understand the members here, how they think, what they believe in and why they are a fan. Usually in other threads, you only got get a glimpse of that in their postings, unless they go into details when they introduce themselves.
And we gots a new thread. :D
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=61439.0