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Alexandra DuPontReviews BothSITH And SERENITY!!HER FINAL AICNREVIEWS EVER!!

I post on all of these "Sith" articles, even though I don't read by rev_skarekroe	May 9th, 2005 04:40:42 PM
I don't know why. Sorry to see DuPont go, but actually I can't remember the last time I saw one of her reviews here anywya.
Hey, since you kids seem to like being first at posting I'll pla by Swarmy	May 9th, 2005 04:41:17 PM
Hooray for me. Now I feel like I truly fit in with the rest of you kids, as I have posted (almost) first. Today is a grand day.
yawn.... by payton 34	May 9th, 2005 04:43:15 PM
what the hell was that all about?
"Serenity" works as a loving, slightly flawed "Firefly" season f by Daddy Tones	May 9th, 2005 04:44:16 PM
Get out.
People who post about being 'first' in a talkback... by slone13	May 9th, 2005 04:45:29 PM
...have small genitalia. And a rathe low self esteem. Like most fanboys.---------------------- ---- On a somewhat related note, do we really need any more Sith reviews? I mean seriously. Is ANYONE who is reading this review going to be effected in any way? Hans't EVERYONE already decided whether or not they are going to see Sith?
Heh by TheDukeOfCool	May 9th, 2005 04:47:26 PM
Fuck you
"Life Partner" is she touchy feely new age or just a lesbo... by Teh Suk	May 9th, 2005 04:52:04 PM
Not that there is anything wrong with that. Sexual preference hatred is teh suk.
Standing ovation for Ms. DuPont by ZakChase	May 9th, 2005 04:52:14 PM
And so walks away the best writer AICN ever had. Her reviews -- what with all the insightfulness and correct grammar -- often seemed from another galaxy on this site, but it's for that very reason I so looked forward to them. Glad to hear about "Sith." REALLY glad to hear about "Serenity." And since no advance screening has come to my city, I haven't seen Whedon's filmed introduction to the movie. That needs to hit the Net now.
:( by BurlIvesLeftNut	May 9th, 2005 04:54:56 PM
By lady. I liked your stuff.
After that description in the intro... by herow/1000faces	May 9th, 2005 04:56:13 PM
...does anyone else want to see of photo of Alexandra? I know I do. Can anyone supply?
I have small genitalia by prevert	May 9th, 2005 04:56:24 PM
And I'm way down in 12th! Yay for me. Oh, and this article rocks if only for coining the phrase "final force fuck-up" which I want on a bumper sticker.
What is her problem? She says she likes it and it's one of the b by Daddy Tones	May 9th, 2005 04:57:53 PM
Jesus Christ, man. I fear she was scared of being branded a Browncoat or Whedonite herself and ended up putting in lots of negative stuff because she was scared. God dammit, reviews like this won't do anyone any good.
trivial by supergenius	May 9th, 2005 04:58:21 PM
Did anybody else catch the shameless endorsement for SW Trivial Pursuit? And why hasn't Harry posted any pics of this "babe"? Is he gay?
I can't help but wonder ... by New in NY	May 9th, 2005 04:59:27 PM
If TPM came out w/o the Star Wars mythology already established ... if it were just some movie that came out of Hollywood w/o all the hype ... would we be talking about "Episode III"? Or would it have just been another piece of mediocre eye-candy that, fifty years from now, Harry's grandson would be digging up for novelty purposes only. I think the latter, and that's what is so sad about the prequels. All these so-called "apologists" never seem to review the films themselves but rather project their fondness for the films onto the screen, while treating what actually appears before them as more-or-less superfluous (Harry, I'm looking in your direction) ... "okay, so the acting, the dialogue, the backstory, the plot aren't so great - BUT IT'S ANAKIN SKYWALKER! WHOOPIE!"
The talk about Sith makes sense by just_hamish	May 9th, 2005 05:00:10 PM

I can't believe I read the whole thing. by Voice O. Reason	May 9th, 2005 05:03:15 PM
"Please relax and feel free to giggle, as we'll be kicking it old-school for the next 20 minutes." God, I hope so.
Brava!!! by docfalken	May 9th, 2005 05:03:19 PM
Great interview. Sorry to see her go.
Newsflash: The Sith review was only there as a way to make anoth by Daddy Tones	May 9th, 2005 05:04:11 PM
It was filler material. Serenity is the movie that everyone is talking about. Star Wars is for geeks - Serenity is for cool dudes.
Wow! That was fucking fantastic. Alex, you will be missed by JohnnyBlueJeans	May 9th, 2005 05:05:25 PM
Later hottie
My Sith Review (mild spoilers) by Bugaboo	May 9th, 2005 05:07:28 PM
I saw it last Thursday in NY and MAN I wanted to love it so much. Its good...Its better than the last two, but it falls short of even Jedi because of some real "Cringe" dialog moments. Done get me wrong, the actions great, and I even enjoyed the falll of Anakin (hurried as it might seem) But I was even taken out of the excellent ending when I heard the fully armored Darth Vader speaking "whiny" Anakin lines.... Or Padme's desperate, death throw moaning/naming of her children. Sigh... or Bail Organa's casual, shrugged shouldered...."well my wife has always wanted a baby girl, Ill take her". I tried so hard to LOVE it... maybe too hard, but the magic wasnt there. Still worth your time and money to see, but if possible watch with realistic expectations...
AICN's Best Writer? Have you READ Neil Cumpston? by Dannychico	May 9th, 2005 05:08:23 PM
No one slings words like he does, Herc. Alexandra's like a fine caviar, but Neil's like a full mouthful of semen.
Could she be Lisa Schwartzbaum? by Dannychico	May 9th, 2005 05:15:33 PM

I consider myself a Browncoat and... by Wungolioth	May 9th, 2005 05:24:56 PM
I really appreciate Ms. Dupont's comments. We know that Whedon reads this site on occassion, so maybe if he sees a real fan's critiques he might be able to fix these things before the movie is released.
Bravo Miss DuP. You will be missed by RenoNevada2000	May 9th, 2005 05:27:13 PM
But please, if you can let slide a hint, some of us would love to continue reading your work in your "civilian" ID...
I'll miss the reviews. I won't miss the "life partner" referenc by Malx	May 9th, 2005 05:33:52 PM
What is this, 1994? Too funny. Although Alexandra's Phantom Menace review is an all time classic, so she makes me want to give Revenge of the Sith a bit more respect. Although the fact that it has midichlorians and barely edges Return of the Jedi are still causes for concern.. how a film with Jar Jar could ever be better than a film with Han Solo will forever be beyond me.
GIS "Alexandra Dupont" by rev_skarekroe	May 9th, 2005 05:36:33 PM
http://www.futurallia.com/2001 /images/photo_alexandra_dupont .jpg
i can't wait until Sith and Serenity have come and gone by HypeEndsHere	May 9th, 2005 05:46:10 PM
so we can actually read about real films. just for a change of pace.
Nice reviews by AeroB	May 9th, 2005 05:46:38 PM
I'm looking forward to RotS, and another trustworthy vote of confidence is good. And the part where she deftly parries the devil's advocate attacks on Firefly was great. Let that stand against all these trolls who bash every topic that Serenity comes up in. By the way, Daddy Tones, I'm guessing you're Jossisgod. Just stop, man. You're embarrasing all of us and turning nonfans into haters of all things Whedon.
And on that note by HailDaHypnoToad	May 9th, 2005 05:51:25 PM
The stuck up little cunts retiring? GOOD RIDDANCE!!!
We don't find out who Anakin's father is??? by -guyinthebackrow	May 9th, 2005 05:56:53 PM
WTF?
Wow by TheDarkShape	May 9th, 2005 05:57:41 PM
Very nice reviews, Ms. DuPont. Your Revenge of the Sith bit fills me with hope, and the run-down on Serenity is brilliant... excellent film, though I agree with you on certain emotions in the final moments. A few more tears were needed, I think (but how was that exchange between Kaylee and Zoe in the bunker, eh?).
Life-Partner by InZodWeTrust	May 9th, 2005 05:58:12 PM
She said Life-Partner... She said Life-Partner... Dyyyyyyyyyyyke. Ok, kidding. I can't wait for this!
is it a one time movie? by Silver Shamrock	May 9th, 2005 06:03:20 PM
something you see once and say, "that was cool" and never find the gumption to trek out to the theaters and see it again?
Baccarin by CatVutt	May 9th, 2005 06:17:12 PM
Morena Baccarin really does do a disappearing act during the finale in the current cut of Serenity. She was off-camera so long at one point, that I forgot she was there and it was jarring to see the camera finally cut back to her. She needs to cut back into the final sequence. Scantily-clad would be nice. She was at the Boston screening and, well, Damn. She's legitimately stunning.
Answering questions by Dannychico, uyinthebackrow and Silver Sha by Alexandra.DuPont	May 9th, 2005 06:20:54 PM
(1) Dannychico: "AICN's Best Writer? Have you READ Neil Cumpston?" I happily agree. I'm also a huge "Vern" fan. (2) Silver Shamrock: "is it a one time movie? Something you see once and say, 'that was cool' and never find the gumption to trek out to the theaters and see it again?" I will be seeing "Serenity" and "Sith" multiple times. I think "Sith" is going to do MONSTER business. (3) "We don't find out who Anakin's father is??? WTF?" It's totally irrelevant in context, and won't bug you when you see the film; frankly, he never should have been a virgin birth to begin with.
i've seen serenity too (BIG ASS SPOILERS AHEAD!!) by darthchase	May 9th, 2005 06:28:59 PM
there's something i don't get about the climax...i thought mal paralyzed the Operative by breaking his neck. but in the very next scene, the Operative is walking AND helping mal fix Serenity? WTF? and why did mal show no signs of his being stabbed?
More Serenity - Unavoidable Spoiler by CatVutt	May 9th, 2005 06:33:26 PM
And I agree with the analysis noting a lack of reaction to the demise of a major character. Shockingly poor resolution. I think it would be great to lose that scene with Mal at the end altogether, and just have Gina walk silently to her room, take a knife, chop off her ring finger, bandage it up, and go about cleaning her gun or something. No words, and it would totally fit with her endshift to Soldier mentality.
Good reviews by Mafu	May 9th, 2005 06:34:15 PM
Thanks, Alexandra. I'll miss your creative, well-written critiques on this site. I'm glad to hear "Sith" and "Serenity" are both worth seeing, in your opinion, which means I can breathe a little easier. Good luck with your new writing career... speaking of which, to what publication will you be contributing? Maybe I and other talkbackers could tune in to your mind once in while.
The new villain might be saner, smarter, and more dangerous by Gheorghe Zamfir	May 9th, 2005 06:36:51 PM
But I dunno, he's got pretty big shoes to fill if he's gonna be cooler than Jubal Early, I mean the name alone!
This is a proper Serenity review by ChorleyFM	May 9th, 2005 06:51:46 PM
Not just mere hyperbole without any criticism and not a vitriolic attack on Whedonites either. No film will be as good as some people were saying it was, whereas this review makes clear some problems but overall appears to be very congratulatory.
It is clear to me that you are all, without exception, GAY. by IndianaSolo	May 9th, 2005 06:54:20 PM
What a bunch of sad homoerotic haters. This movie (ROTS) is going to butt-rape you. Not only is your childhood going to be raped, but also your adulthood AND your dotage. In fact, Michael Jackson, George Lucas, AND Bryan Singer are going to repeatedly ass-violate you at Superman speed. Your arse is going to look like a polo mint at 48* magnification.
repeatedly not-embarrassing at nearly every turn" by bluebottle	May 9th, 2005 06:57:01 PM

"repeatedly not-embarrassing at nearly every turn" by bluebottle	May 9th, 2005 06:57:27 PM
i hope that goes on a poster somewhere.
OMG Natalie Portman NUDE! by IndianaSolo	May 9th, 2005 07:01:20 PM
Fooled you you sad hater. Hulk Hogan for Yoda in Episode VII! 'Use the Force you must, BROTHER'
life partner by stvnhthr	May 9th, 2005 07:02:57 PM
I think is a subtle way of saying she has a Wookie who owes her a life debt. Don't jump to sexual conclusions, there is always a reasonable explanation.
WAR OF THE WORLDS TRIPOD by Metallicant	May 9th, 2005 07:12:09 PM
http://www.cgchannel.com/galle ry/viewimage.jsp?imgID=8234
dude.duuuude by DocMcCoy	May 9th, 2005 07:12:13 PM
when they say chewbacca's name,i'll cheer and pour nacho cheese down my pants to cool me off.
and that makes us mighty by chiahead	May 9th, 2005 07:16:51 PM
I think it's worth mentioning that the phrase 'life-partner' does not implicate any kind of gender specificity. Ms. DuPont could either be gay, or just be exercising journalistic courtesy for gays by not implying a heterosexual relationship. I do, after all, know many fans of both the Firefly series and the Star Wars franchise who are gay, and as such, shouldn't be unnecessarily excluded from identifying with a writer's point of view. Either way, I neither think it's any of my business nor its ultimate truth has any effect on what I think about her reviews. Thrilled that she's writing for money, sad to see her go.
Miss DuPont... by Squarejawhero	May 9th, 2005 07:17:52 PM
Are you available for weddings, bar mitzvahs and parties? And why hasn't Harry promoted you to official Head Female Geek yet? Great reviews. I now want to see both movies when previously I didn't. If this doesn't show what impact a well-written, intelligent review has on the average schmoe then I don't know. Harry, learn from her! Or be smittened! Smited! Whichever!
Fair thee well, Ms DuPont... by Quintus_Arrius	May 9th, 2005 07:20:27 PM
.... 'tis indeed true... I will miss your gems of wisdom. Hail DuPont!
IndianaSolo - the Hulk Hogan thing is tired... and has been for by Lamerz	May 9th, 2005 07:22:06 PM
Your welcome.
ROTS will 0wn you all in 10 days... by Lamerz	May 9th, 2005 07:23:50 PM
Bring the diaper. You will shit your pants, guaranteed.
Tired it may be, but that doesn't stop it turning up on EVERY Ta by IndianaSolo	May 9th, 2005 07:24:36 PM
And you're welcome. None of this changes the fact that ROTS is going to enlarge your a-hole to BREAKING POINT
HypeEndsHere - Talkback crapper extraordinaire !!! by Lamerz	May 9th, 2005 07:26:36 PM
When ROTS does $400+ million at the US box office, and break $1 billion worldwide, I will laugh. Enjoy the hype, it's here for a couple of months!!!
IndianaSolo - such references don't make your point any better by Lamerz	May 9th, 2005 07:29:13 PM
ROTS will enlarge your a-hole? Maybe Lucas' a-hole, when he shits on the haters as he rakes in the cash.
Miss Duponts Trachea by IndianaSolo	May 9th, 2005 07:30:23 PM
Skurge you have more chance of being blown by the pope (the new one, as if it matters). Miss Dupont would scorn your tiny 2 inch dick, but not before she takes a quick polaroid to show her girlfriends for a cheap laugh. Your fetid little package would be a fine reminder to her why she went lesbo in the first place. She wouldn't touch your shrivelled, wrinkly little meat+2 veg with the heel of her shoe.
Lamerz both our A-holes have been enlarged - by Lucas, as he rep by IndianaSolo	May 9th, 2005 07:36:09 PM
Lucas has been shitting on us from a great height, haterz and all, since 1984. Roll on the Holiday Special : Special Edition! Now that is going to OWN!
Good luck, Lex! by BarrelRider	May 9th, 2005 07:39:21 PM
I'm trying to avoid spoilers so I only read some of your responses from the interview - and it is more of an interview than a review, but I enjoyed it anyway. A shame you'll no longer post on AICN, surely the odd post wouldn't kill ya? Or is it some contractual thing? Thanks for your past work anyway, and take care of yourself...
waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Wa Wa Waaaaaaaaaaaaa! by Shawn F.	May 9th, 2005 07:44:27 PM
LUCAS RAPED MY CHILDHOOD! FUCK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You whiny cunts should actually SEE THE FUCKING MOVIE BEFORE SHITTING ALL OVER IT! Jesus Christ, you balogna and feet smelling bitchalots need to chill the fuck out and enjoy life a little bit more instead of crying about it all the time.
i didn't say it wouldn't make money. i said i want this crap to by HypeEndsHere	May 9th, 2005 07:46:29 PM

Shawn F. - your ass, speak out of it you do by IndianaSolo	May 9th, 2005 07:48:10 PM
Lucas has repeatedly attempted to rape our childhood for the last 20 years. Young Indy? Check. Phantom Menace? Check. Veto-ing Frank Darabonts script for Indy IV? Check. If ROTS is fantastic, that will just be the equivalent of a post childhood raping Lucas turning on our night light and reading us a story. Doesn't remove the need for the vaseline.
Miss DuPont, what exactly leads you to believe Palpatine is tell by Fatboy_Roberts	May 9th, 2005 07:48:54 PM
Because he isn't. He's lying. Lucas is sort of allowing for the same sort of speculation that had fanboys thinking "obi-wan" was a clone ID number.http://www.millenniumfa lcon.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?p =93617&highlight=palpatine#936 17. Also, is it really a no-no to let anyone know what your real name is, or would it be potentially damaging at your workplace if it was known you were "That girl" from AICN and DVDJournal? What would it hurt?
WHO???? by prajadhipok	May 9th, 2005 07:49:48 PM

This is why i hate Aint-It-Cool Talkbacks by Sakurai	May 9th, 2005 08:08:40 PM
You all suck.
Easily the most fascinating and interesting Sith Review yet! Tha by Orionsangels	May 9th, 2005 08:24:33 PM
Yes, I'm ass kissing. She's a woman, heck, i'd kiss her ass, but i'm also serious. That was a great review.
errr... what's with all the ass-licking for this "Alexandra Dupo by Robofag	May 9th, 2005 08:25:03 PM
Is this your pathetic nerd way to flirt her in the vain hope that one day you'll end up meeting her at the Egyptian theater and suck your cock during a screening of Star Wars 9???
Because she's a good writer RoboFAG! by Orionsangels	May 9th, 2005 08:27:48 PM
and she's a woman and flirting with a woman is fun, but you wouldn't know that. Would you RoboHomo? Your name says it all. Now get in your fucking corner and do us all a big favor and SHUT THE HELL UP!
Lamerz by one9deuce	May 9th, 2005 08:29:28 PM
Revenge of the Sith is NOT going to break 1 Billion at the worldwide box-office. I am probably classified as a Star Wars "Hater" on these boards (even though Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi are among my favorite films of all time, but sorry the Prequels just......aren't), but even if I was a blind fan-boy to the Prequel Trilogy, I wouldn't think it's going to make that kind of money. It has only been done twice, and by films that had that one key element that will make a film's box-office go through the stratosphere. Episode III is missing that, and a whole lot more.
Alexandra... by Warcraft	May 9th, 2005 08:47:51 PM
...how is it that I've never seen any of your reviews before? I've been comming to this site since 99. How tragic in a most shakespearian way that the first review I read of yours, is the last one you'll write for this site. sigh...yoosa peepol gonna die?
it can't be rape if it's consentual.... by slappy jones	May 9th, 2005 09:11:00 PM
so unless lucas forces you at gun point into screenings of the prequels it aint rape cos you are all begging for it.......
In defense of Robofag, Orionsangel, let's be honest about Alexan by Triumph poops!	May 9th, 2005 09:12:15 PM
No matter what you think of her reviews (pro or con), let's be honest: they DO lay it on pretty thick about how utterly amazing Alexandra supposedly looks in real life, as if she'd be standing in a room next to Catherine Zeta Jones and Angelina Jolie and Racquel Welch in her prime as well as all the Miss Universe pageant winners past and present and your eyes would still ONLY zero in on Alexandra. Sure, fun hyperbole is one thing, but here at AICN they've perpetually pumped and played this aspect up about her soooo much that it really has become a bit groan-inducing and has definitely taken on the air of of guys who never get out of the house and actually meet girls OR reeks of the fact that Alexandra is really a 260-pound woman complete with a unibrow. That said, what I don't get is why this is her last article. I mean, she only rarely sends in a review -- it's not like she's a weekly or even a regular monthly contributor -- so I don't understand why she can't continue to send in things sporadically unless at her "journalistic job" its now become a real professional conflict of interest to her actual employers. And if this is her last column, for all the hype we've had to endure, what would have been the big deal about just finally running her picture as part of the big send-off? Oh, that's right -- because then the curtain would be pulled aside and we'd learn that the person behind the curtain really isn't all that. Then again welcome to the Internet age: where you can be anyone under any ID and "look" any way you want to claim to be.
Hahaha ---> Triumph poops! by Orionsangels	May 9th, 2005 09:31:18 PM
I don't plan on dating or having a long-term relationship with her. Perhaps we ass kiss her mind, ever think of that? She's leaving anyway. So what does it matter? The Dupont haters got what they wanted.
"Coppola-esque cross-cutting" by blondeman	May 9th, 2005 09:34:22 PM
Look bag on Lucas all you want, but the man is an expert editor. And that "Coppola-esque cross-cutting" - well you really mean LUCAS-esque cross-cutting. Some of the most memorable scenes in the Godfather movies are only there because Lucas put them together including the whole "horse in the pillow" scene and the "baptism scene". Lucas had to argue with Coppola to leave in the cross cutting between the deaths and the baptism scene at the end of the Godfather. Damn!
Hahaha ---> Orionsangels by Triumph poops!	May 9th, 2005 09:43:51 PM
Sorry, Orions, but give me a break. An OPENING PARAGRAPH to a movie review that BEGINS by defining the validity of the reviewer by stating (and I quote): "Who is Alexandra DuPont? Imagine Morena Baccarin crossed with a pre-Billy Bob Angelina Jolie and a 19-year-old Monica Bellucci. Your dream girlfriend, only taller, smarter, skinnier, cuter, more scantily clad and without the crazy" is NOT 'ass kissing her mind' as you suggest, nor is it playing up her actual INTELLECT. Kissing her mind, you say. Riiiiiiight. Because we all read soooooooo many reviews by Richard Corliss in TIME beginning with "Who is Richard Corliss? Why he's buffer than David Hasselhoff in his speedo and hunkier than Tom Selleck picking you up for a spin in his red hot Ferrari, shirt undone! He's the man of dreams that you touch yourself to in bed and that you'd run off with to Europe on a carefree sex-crazed vacation if you could! In short, he's the man's man of the ages! And now that we've justified his creditentials, here's his review for REVENGE OF THE SITH." Yes, you're right, Orions. I see that type of opening hyperbole in sooooooooo many journalistic venues. (Rodney Dangerfield eye roll)
Me and Alexandra Du Pont have something in common by The guy	May 9th, 2005 09:48:10 PM
We both like POONTANG!!!! (it's an acquired taste)
Lady Alexandra by glodene	May 9th, 2005 09:48:26 PM
Thanks for your final review, i'll savor it with A wild passion that'll burn hotter than the very sun. So in Closing: MISS U BOO.
Skurge2005 eats shit by Metallicant	May 9th, 2005 09:54:08 PM
who the hell are you????!!eat shit and die Skurge2005
"Neil's like a full mouthful of semen." and a summary of this TB by krullboy	May 9th, 2005 09:59:55 PM
It took him three swings before he really crushed the ball and somewhere we have Linda Rondstadt and some fat adopted kids to blame for Episodes I & II. . . This movie (ROTS) is going to butt-rape you. Not only is your childhood going to be raped, but also your adulthood AND your dotage. In fact, Michael Jackson, George Lucas, AND Bryan Singer are going to repeatedly ass-violate you at Superman speed. . . Your arse is going to look like a polo mint at 48* magnification. None of this changes the fact that ROTS is going to enlarge your a-hole to BREAKING POINT I have massive cock that would fit snugly down your trachea. You hope that one day you'll end up meeting her at the Egyptian theater and suck your cock during a screening of Star Wars 9???
If DuPont is really that hot, why doesnt she post a pic? by Rant Breath	May 9th, 2005 10:14:24 PM
Dont be such a cock tease.
Great reviews! by browncoat13	May 9th, 2005 10:25:53 PM
That was the best Serenity review I've read. As far as the problems you identified, I strongly agree with numbers 1-3 and just as strongly disagree with numbers 4-7.
you'll see what i mean by whatyoufear	May 9th, 2005 10:27:02 PM
you'll see what i mean
Only one thing that interests me when it comes to "Serenity" by thevisitor	May 9th, 2005 10:39:48 PM
And that's Chiwetel Ejiofor and his role as The Operative. Unfortunately, unless I missed something, you didn't write much about him or that character. Figures. Also spare me that bullshit about hoping Joss has "the courage" to cast Gina Torres as Wonder Woman. Last time I checked Diana Troy was of Greek ancestry. Courage has nothing to do with it. Common sense and being true to the material does when it comes to casting an actress in the role. The funny thing is the only time some of you psuedo progressives ever think its a good idea to go with a different race with the main characters of these comic books is when its a woman. Lets make Catwoman black (don't bring up Eartha Kitt's three eps on Batman; outside of that Catwoman was always portrayed as caucasion up until that disatrous Halle Berry flick). Lets make Sue Storm Latin or at least get a Latina to play her. Lets give serious consideration to Lois Lane being played by a black pop star, Beyonce. Real courage would be casting a black, asian, hispanic guy as Superman. After all Krypton is a made up planet so it doesn't really matter, (totally different from Wonder Woman's situation because the last time I checked ancient Greece did exist). I'm sure the fanboys would go ballistic over such a thought. Let me make it clear that I'm not asking nor have I ever wished that Superman be played by an actor of color. That would be dumb. Just pointing out the hypocrisy.
WTF??? "The key to "Serenity's future doesn't lie in appealing by Big Dumb Ape	May 9th, 2005 10:42:15 PM
Boy, talk about slicing hairs with words, Alexandra to try and simply prop up something you like. No, actually it DOES need to appeal to non-fans or it's toast, plain and simple. By pure definition, non-fans WOULD be new fans. As for her claim that "I'll be showing the FIREFLY DVD to as many people as possible in the next five months", I guess she's planning of going on a road trip and knocking on the doors of about 20 million homes. I wouldn't count on all of them letting you in though, Alexandra. Or that they won't watch the start of your DVDs and turn to you and say "Isn't this that shitty show that got cancelled? Why the fuck are we watching this? I didn't watch it when it was on for FREE, and now you think I want to spend 10 bucks to see it in a movie theater???"
Thanks Alexandra by Darth Thoth	May 9th, 2005 10:44:01 PM
And best of luck to you. God bless.
Serenity - surprisinly good by WukkaWukka	May 9th, 2005 10:51:45 PM
I saw Serenity last week and coming from a non-Firefly fan perspective, it was pretty bloody good. Decent character development, good action and great dialogue - my only concern is that nobody is going to know what it is, and it'll tank at the box office. Oh, and good luck with the real job Alexandra - I'm sure you'll miss the 13 year old morons discussing you as a sex object...
I remember Maughm's great quote about writers who rely on the th by Bong	May 9th, 2005 10:52:11 PM
"I admire their polish -- their youth is already so accomplished that it seems absurd to speak of promise -- I marvel at the felicity of their style; but with all their copiousness (their vocabulary suggests that they fingered Roget's Thesaurus in their cradles) they say nothing to me: to my mind they know too much and feel too obviously; I cannot stomach the heartiness with which they slap me on the back or the emotion with which they hurl themselves on my bosom; their passion seems to me a little anaemic and their dreams a trifle dull."
"Will Whedon's vision of the future be the next big thing? Who c by Commando Cody	May 9th, 2005 11:03:33 PM
The irony here of course being about Dupont's statement -- coupled with an equally applicable quote from Mamet AND her own self-admission that she loves FIREFLY -- is that the exact SAME logic and rationale can be applied to SITH or the other prequels for that matter. In short: who cares how much SHE rationalizes why she did or didn't like the Prequels (or any other movie for that matter)? The bottom line remains the same: if YOU enjoy them, enjoy your geekdom. As Mamet notes, who cares about her opinion? Unless Dupont's not YOUR "life partner", do you even give 2 craps what she thinks -- and even then, you should still be thinking for yourself. Dupont can drone on endlessly about "why" the prequels don't work for her, or pontificate more about utterly lame ass theories such as "landing struts" (one of the more ridiculous analogies in her review comparing Lucas' work to Whedon's) but in the end I can sum up in 3 simples word why the prequels work fine for me: they're fun. Period. You don't have to be a rocket scientist to simply know what YOU enjoy, haters who would try to convince you otherwise be damned. And I, like others, couldn't give "2 gerbil poops whether the prequels have mainstream appeal" to Dupont or not.
The Tomatometer for ROTS is at 91% by drompter	May 9th, 2005 11:13:53 PM
http://www.rottentomatoes.com/ m/star_wars_3/. 22 reviews, 20 fresh (100% at "Cream of The Crop" so far), 2 rotten. Looks like a winner so far. So long and thanks for all the shit, haters.
HER FINAL AICN by Lion Fire	May 9th, 2005 11:15:07 PM
thank god
Matrix comment by ColonelMortimer	May 9th, 2005 11:19:38 PM
"The Wachowskis reduced the "Matrix" audience to - what? - the Venn-diagram intersection of philosophy undergrads, S&M aficionados, wuxia geeks and wankers in denial?" I just want to take a moment to appreciate the sheer brilliance and truth of that phrase. Also, Alan Ruck could come back and make a pretty good starship captain, as he did in Generations. (Cameron in space...)
Well this is kinda odd... by Lost in Uranus	May 9th, 2005 11:26:07 PM
Seriously odd. "Sith" is at 92% at RottenTomatoes right now (8:24 PM PDST). Only "Empire" ever went that high. I think...
I don't base my like/dislike of a movie on RottenTomatoes by AeroB	May 9th, 2005 11:30:44 PM
Even if I based my opinion on reviews, which I don't (they're helpful in telling me whether to SEE a movie, but not whether I will LIKE a movie), I wouldn't base my opinion on RottenTomatoes. All it counts is "positive" or "negative" (e.g. greater or less than 50% score). I'm sorry but a 6/10 star movie is not worth my money. Even if it has enough positives to be fun it still obviously has a lot of flaws, and I want to see a good movie, not a mediocre movie. But on the TomatoMeter, a movie could get all 6/10s and be at 100% score. Anyway, I'll continue to be a hater until Lucas proves me wrong. I'll pay for one and only one ticket of RotS unless he blows me away with a 8/10 or better movie.
And FYI by AeroB	May 9th, 2005 11:31:34 PM
I'm only paying for that one ticket out of some sick loyalty to Star Wars, if it were any other movie franchise I would never give the filmmaker another nickel.
Actually AeroB, the avegage rating is 8/10... by drompter	May 9th, 2005 11:43:32 PM
Funny how, with the previous episodes, the haters always relied on the tomatometer to prove that the movies suck, and now it turns out that the tomatometer is not a reliable tool, eh? Thanks indeed.
Don't ascribe others' hypocrisy to me by AeroB	May 9th, 2005 11:55:38 PM
I never used the TomatoeMeter to defend an opinion that the prequels sucked. I will see the movie with a glimmer of hope that it won't suck (since it HAS been getting much better reviews). But I have no faith in Lucas' ability to execute here... hence, going because of some kind of sick loyalty to SW.
BroncoFan, if that's really her. I think she's cute. she just ha by Orionsangels	May 9th, 2005 11:59:33 PM

Triumph poops: "Right. Because we all read so many reviews by Ri by Big Dumb Ape	May 10th, 2005 12:26:21 AM
I have to admit, that was some funny shit. With your male-oriented analogy, you hit a grand slam over the fence making your point, Triumph, and I basically agree. This place has repeatedly made it a point to kiss Dupont's tush SPECIFICALLY by over-praising how good she looks without ever posting photo proof to bolster such claims (or show they're warranted). On the one hand you could say "What difference does it make about her writing?", but that only begs the question back "It doesn't, but WHY do you keep fucking bringing it up and beating it like a dead horse?" What, is her ego so fragile she needs all of her lead-ins written this way? Praising not her work, but her looks? Hell, even when Harry talks about his weight, you can find pictures of Harry to see what he's talking about. He'll post pictures of himself, which is then Harry acting is a professional manner I can respect. He brings up an issue, talks about it, even brings photos to the table to back it up. So to that end, Harry gets high marks for simply being HONEST. Which really brings up the bottom line question: If Dupont expects to be taken so seriously as a professional journalist and reviewer, and if we're supposed to value her opinion at all, what the fuck is the reason for all the secrecy over "what" she looks like? Seriously, it's not like Tom Brokaw would read the news from BEHIND a curtain and get away with saying "I'm a SERIOUS reporter, so you should listen to what I have to say. But for the protection of my privacy, I won't let you to see me." I mean, that shit wouldn't fly for one second. And if the identity of "Alexandra Dupont" here at AICN is merely a cover name ID because she does work as a journalist elsewhere, I guess that says something more about the fact that she doesn't want it known "who" she really is because then it would bring into play all her OTHER writing work (and printed opinions) into the spotlight for comparison...which, again, seems rather odd behavior for someone seeking to be taken seriously on ANY professional level. In other words, that you'd be a "professional" over HERE...but much like Darth Vader, you'd then go about putting on a helmet and hiding under it so you can say other things over THERE. So does it matter what she really looks like? Not really to me. However do I find it odd behavior just the same? Yes, but again that's just me.
How fucking cares about the Tomatometer... by Forestal	May 10th, 2005 12:33:54 AM
and rottentomatos.com!? I used to lurk around that site like a rabid dog 24 hrs a day. Then I realized, what's the fucking point?
Serenity by funkyhouse	May 10th, 2005 12:45:22 AM
Waterworld in Space!!
by foreignerbelt	May 10th, 2005 12:48:46 AM
so..is it 13 year olds talking about throat fucking the writers, or is it, you know, older people. I need to know.. I just.. need to know. plus if this chick is hot AND a lesbian then she is the champion of the universe. Firefly fucking sucks. Really. Star Wars just makes me angry now. Except for the fact that I want to LIVE INSIDE the Knights of the Old Republic game. Issues. krullboy I love your name. Now make me hate it.
I hate the term 'life partner'.... by MattCG	May 10th, 2005 12:51:25 AM
....it reduces someone you love to the level of 'vaccuum cleaner' or 'dandruff shampoo'. It implies an accessory and I'd like to see everyone that uses it, grow some balls and choose another phrase that doesn't sound so plastic. Other than, that it's too bad you're retiring. You're probably the one reviewer on this site that truly deserves a career doing what everyone on this site kinda does. This isn't to say that the rest of the site's participants aren't amusing in their own way, it's to say you're the only one with a firm grasp of the English language. Also, you don't make up fake, geeky sounding words that transform your sexual desperation into a 52 line paragraph with excessive exclamation points. Congratulations on your new job and I wish you nothing but the best.
Maybe they could pay her to write for the site ... by Shan	May 10th, 2005 12:56:17 AM
... on the other hand, that might set a bad precedent. Thanks for all the articles in the past Alexandra DuPont.
Uh huh. by CatVutt	May 10th, 2005 01:13:14 AM
I love how some mutants on here, who've probably never opened a book, pathetically attempt to berate folks who've actually taken a class or two and, gee, learned a few words other than 'cunt' and 'ass'. Oh, no. It don't make-a no sense dat some folk actually know dem words they be typin. Uh uh. They must be usin' one o' them thesiseaurus thangys, cuz dayum, nobody ebba knows howta read n' write n' shit in these here webbersites.
Thanks foreignerbelt. . . . by krullboy	May 10th, 2005 01:45:22 AM
But how do you want me to make you hate me? This isn't some sort of leather bound dom/submissive thing is it? Just kidding. I draw the line on sex acts involving blood, urine, and fecal matter. . .and guys. And just to make an observation, it is amazing, once again, how many post are dedicated to a SW Talkback. I love SW, heck even found Jar Jar funny at times (OK, well once when the eopie in the TPM deleted scene ripped a violent, diaphragm splitting fart at Jar Jar). This reinforces my argument that AICN days may be numbered, due to the fact that everyone who usually frequents this site to bash the hell out of each other like a herd of pachycephalosauruses will not have any other series of films that will enrage their passions. Unless CoCoLopez has a webcam link permanently on AICN, beaming live into his recording sessions of "spoken Word" art in Queens, what will be the main attraction? A lactating "Queen Amidala" doll from sideshow collectibles? Or a Ron Jeremy giz firing sideshow collectible? Uh no (but on second thought, I am sure there is a market for porn sideshow collectible dolls). OK, who wants to sign up for the "Jenna Jameson" w/ action tongue Sideshow Collectible? Any takers?
by foreignerbelt	May 10th, 2005 01:54:29 AM
yo. I was referencing the Chewie cell phone commercial. You must watch tv 24 hours a day to see it.
krullboy by DarthRicker	May 10th, 2005 01:55:29 AM
"Pachycephalosauruses" is the longest word I've ever seen in an AICN tb. Be wary: you may be accused of using a thesaurus. And in closing: THESE ROTS TICKETS ARE BURNING A HOLE IN MY POCKET!!!!!!!!
I need a simile for "pachycephalosaurus" by DarthRicker	May 10th, 2005 01:57:28 AM
Hey, it was better than my Lando figure joke.
Thanks DarthRicker, I am a paleontology nerd, and had to throw i by krullboy	May 10th, 2005 02:19:59 AM
And for the record, Jurassic Park 4 will be awful. I don't care if Scarlett Johanson is in it, and she mounts Sam Neill's face like a triceratops. . . Jurassic Park 3 was a disgrace, as was the Lost World. Except for Pete Postlewaite as the big game hunter, that movie was about as amazing as the frothy combination of lube and fecal matter that usually results from anal sex with a non-saltwater enema cleaned skank. . .not that I have ever experienced that or anything.
You know what's better than Jurassic Park 4? by Lost in Uranus	May 10th, 2005 03:00:16 AM
Endless metaphors of any actions that remotely imply penetration of the anus. Now thats sooo much fun! Jk...not really.
Matter and Antimatter by napalm68	May 10th, 2005 04:37:52 AM
You would think that some people were under the impression that "Revenge of the Sith" and "Serenity" can not safely exist in the same universe, and will cause some sort of cosmic collapse. They are both just films. They can both exist at once. Some people will like ROTS, some people will like Serenity, some will like both, and some may like none of them. But it isn't going to bring about a collapse of society having both films existing at once.
Finally some freakin common sense by Lost in Uranus	May 10th, 2005 05:00:54 AM
Thank you Napalm.
By the way.... by Lost in Uranus	May 10th, 2005 05:13:25 AM
Sith is now "Certified Fresh" at TomatesPodridos (2:12 AM PSDT) Am I the only one that finds it extremely creepy and worrysome so early on? Somethings not right!
Atta boys, you lay into her real good... by Anlashok	May 10th, 2005 05:26:19 AM
I think you have her on the ropes, a few more barbs and she just might flash us her top. If we're really lucky we might even get a few dry humps...sigh.
So what? by Lord_Soth	May 10th, 2005 07:12:32 AM
So what.
for more on "life-partners" see the Star Wars Holiday Special ce by HypeEndsHere	May 10th, 2005 07:51:15 AM
by the way, people who hate the haters need to realize that the haters actually WANT a good SW movie. there's no "in-your-face, haters!"
I think I'm right in saying that ALL the prequels so far have in by BarrelRider	May 10th, 2005 08:05:02 AM
Before the movie is released, the few reviews which appear are almost all positive - let's not go crazy, watch the film ourselves and go back to RT in a couple of weeks and see what the rating is...
Thanks for all of the intellignet, well-written reviews Alexandr by Sith Lord Sauron	May 10th, 2005 08:36:07 AM
You really are too good for this crap-hole of a site. Much success to you in your future career, whatever it may be. Now back to Film Threat for me. . .
Great article! by moviemaniac-7	May 10th, 2005 09:22:05 AM
And Martin Freeman would be brilliant choice as Bilbo in the Hobbit.
Adios, Alexandra by TV CASUALTY	May 10th, 2005 09:22:13 AM
You'll be missed.
Duel of the Fates Music in Movie? by Darth Busey	May 10th, 2005 09:29:47 AM
Haven't seen any reviews mention this. Is the "Duel of the Fates" music in the movie anywhere?
Did you mean "Inteligent", Sauron? Ahh irony. by smylexx	May 10th, 2005 09:45:27 AM
Stop posting pics of Alex and get me her number. She's just fabulous. I admire her thalamus. Besides, looks like GoldenShowerGirl isn't interested.
Answering Darth Busey's question.... YES. by Alexandra.DuPont	May 10th, 2005 10:15:53 AM
"Duel of the Fates" is briefly quoted during the Yoda/Sidious duel, which is intercut with the Anakin/Oni-Wan duel. It's ginchy.
"Hans't EVERYONE already decided whether or not they are going t by minderbinder	May 10th, 2005 10:16:39 AM
Believe it or not, I read reviews and talk to people I know to decide if I want to see a movie. Right now, this thing is looking pretty good, it's currently got 22 of 24 "fresh" reviews on RT. Whoda thunkit?
Early reviews warning by mr jones	May 10th, 2005 10:21:50 AM
Minor point; Matrix Reloaded got some pretty excellent reviews from the first screenings, and whilst I liked the movie, it didn't stand up to those. As for rotten tomatoes, i find it a useful guide, but there are times when I'll see a 'bad review' which actually seems to like the film, and a 'good review' that makes me think the author really didn't like it, so I'd treat them with care, (in fact, if you look at the phatom menace clips, there's one that says how good the fx are and gives it a negative, and one that says that the fx are amazing and gives it a positive!). Once there are 100 or so posts, then you might get a better idea, but even then, most of the press screenings are going to say it's good.. Just my opinion. Oh, and where's the yoda link that DuPont wanted, people - I want it too!
Wonder Woman = Amazon does not = Greek by JTylor	May 10th, 2005 10:41:40 AM
I don't think any of the myths set up where the amazons actually came from. If anyone has any actual ideas, let me know.
To all the people who keep posting the futurallia.com pic. . . by Oski	May 10th, 2005 10:42:41 AM
you are a bunch of morons. "Wow, I typed her pseudonym into Google image search and posted the first profile looking pic I found. I'm a fucking detective, my sleuthing skills are unrivaled." You do know that isn't her real name, so most likely you won't find her image by searching for it that way. Plus, did you even think to look at the site where the pic was hosted? It's a fucking website for an international business forum in Belgium. Why in the bloody hell would her picture be there? It's time for you Sherlock Holmes wannabes to retire.
Movies About People Parking Their Cars by ZombieSolutions	May 10th, 2005 10:56:19 AM
that's great! and so dead on right. but to be fair, they did drive them too -- for like 45 minutes in the first one! really fast too! like a video game, but really, REALLY boring. i'm really glad that the haters are loving ROTS, though. i can't wait for May 19th. (btw, i'm glad someone else is finally admitting that FIRELFY is a live action COWBOY BEEBOP which is, hands down, the most underrated and underappreciated anime series ever made. i'm guardedly optomisitc about SERENITY. it'll probably be cool. i love the BUFFYVERSE and COWBOY BEEBOP, so... chances are i'll dig this too.)
lol by cockknocker	May 10th, 2005 11:02:06 AM

by Itchyroo	May 10th, 2005 11:36:43 AM
Well, I dunno whether this question will be answered since I dunno if Alexandra DuPont's been reading after all the mud that's been slung at her in this talkback, but I'll go ahead and ask. Does a certain jedi from Ep. 1 reappear in a cameo in this movie as it's been rumored he was supposed to (he even mentioned that he'd be doing it in an interview back when Attack of the Clones was released, I think)? I've heard that he doesn't come back, but that's weird considering he was on the cover of that magazine not too long ago with all the other Star Wars actors (y'know, the one that had Jar Jar front and center when you folded it out)?
Answering Itchyroo's question re: Qui-Gon.... by Alexandra.DuPont	May 10th, 2005 11:52:06 AM
Liam Neeson does not appear in "Revenge of the Sith," nor do we hear his voice. However, he's discussed in a conference room on the Tantive IV in a way that may warm the fanboy heart. Neeson isn't missed.
Farewell Alex, and thanks by MGTHEDJ	May 10th, 2005 11:54:59 AM
You were the best on this site. Best of luck.----later-----m
Wonder Woman's origins by mbeemer	May 10th, 2005 12:16:48 PM
Princess Diana was formed from clay - she can look like anything they want, although I'd agree a product of the Greek gods would most likely have a Greek appearance.
Thanks for the reviews, Alex. You will be missed. by minderbinder	May 10th, 2005 12:22:08 PM
I think you hit the nail on the head - many SW fans will ignore the first two and make 3-6 their "box set". Good news that the movie is self contained, glad there's no reason to ever watch the first two again.
Thanks! by Itchyroo	May 10th, 2005 01:11:30 PM
I do think it's a bit of a shame Neeson isn't in it...the cockles of my fanboy heart will most likely be warmed by any reference to him, as he was my favorite actor in Episode 1. BTW, Alexandra, will you review the DVD of Revenge of the Sith as you've done for past Star Wars movies on DVD Journal? 'Cause I've always appreciated your thoughts on the DVDs and their extras.
Alexandra, about Qui-Gon. by Warcraft	May 10th, 2005 02:00:24 PM
That's really gay. Figures an awesome scene from the book would be freaking cut. In the book, Qui-Gon appears before Yoda to console him, and to tell him it was the will of he force that all this had happened. Then, Yoda kneels before Qui-Gon, and says, "Very well, your apprentice, I become." This isn't in the movie? Shame....
on that subject, by Warcraft	May 10th, 2005 02:03:15 PM
I do believe one of the trailers, the teaser I think, has yoda bowing down to someone, which suggests the Qui-Gon part was filmed, and cut.
Still on that subject. by Warcraft	May 10th, 2005 02:05:18 PM
Al, do you think there is anyway that, when this movie hits it's normal release date, that the cut the public sees will be different from the early screening cuts? Do you think we (the average movie going public) might actually get some extra footage come may 19th?
And so AICN's best reviewer lays down her pen... by Damitol	May 10th, 2005 02:48:47 PM
I'll miss you, but until I hear different I'm assuming "Lisa at EW" as I agree with most of her reviews as well. I've always looked forward to your reviews because they were well written, and after I saw the movie, I discovered they were very acurate in discussing the stregnths, flaws, etc. Best of luck in your real job. As to the two films at hand, yay and yay. I'm a Star Wars fan from the old days who has been let down by the prequels. It's great to hear that the series will go out with a bang. As to Serenity - great to see an objective, positive review. I became a real fan after watching the DVDs, and can't wait to see what happens next. Since this first round of screenings was meant to pull in the "Browncoats", the reviews have been a little too gushing. It's nice to hear someone who's opinion I've grown to trust confirm it's a really good film and with some tweaking, it can be great. One question - I'm not alone in hoping that a Serenity sequel will shed some light on Book's past. Even though his part is small here, does anything in the movie start to set this up, like the reason he's not on board at first or some "How would a preacher know that?" looks or remarks during a tense situation? Thanks.
Thanks, and good to hear... by Darth Busey	May 10th, 2005 02:53:20 PM
Thanks for answering my question re: "Duel of the Fates". That piece of music is amongst my favorite in the saga, and its use as Anakin rode the speeder bike towards the Tusken Raiders' camp was the highlight of Ep. II for me.
In fact... by Darth Busey	May 10th, 2005 02:55:27 PM
..."Duel of the Fates" is intertwined with two of the only "chill inducing" moments of the first two films. 1) When the opening chords hit as Darth Maul switches on the dual-bladed lightsaber, and 2) above
hey, actually i never thought about it but a live-action movie by CurryIce	May 10th, 2005 03:03:29 PM
I try to imagine how it would translate on the silver screen...but step by step 'cause i've never seen Firefly and i can't wait to see Serenity.
Thanks you Alexandra DuPont!!! by Right Bastard	May 10th, 2005 03:32:48 PM
I have always enjoyed your well thought out, and usually spot-on, reviews. Most of you asking "Who is this?" can find her reviews here: http://www.dvdjournal.com/writ ersites/alexandradupont.html
Yoda bows to no one! by Lazarus Long	May 10th, 2005 03:46:15 PM
Warcraft, if I'm not mistaken that shot you're talking about if from Palpatine's office, the same room where Yoda smacks down the guards. He's probably on the floor because the Emperor put him there. Besides, since when do padawans bow down to their Jedi Masters? *** Thanks ADP for another brilliantly written article. Moriarty promised a review yesterday but I guess he didn't feel like following that act so quickly. Having said that, I know we're all eagerly awating his thoughts.
The reason AICN guys keep describing women as "beautiful", etc., by eraser_x	May 10th, 2005 03:53:53 PM
It's a condescending thing to do. Old people like Bob Hope used to do that kind of introduction. If they had to introduce a female winner of the Nobel prize they would be very likely to say something about the great sweet potato pie that the woman bakes, or something like that. But the fact that AICN guys fall into the old trap doesn't bother me because that's what I'd expect out of these AICN guys. They're just regular people who like movies. Why should they be much different from the guys on the local news in terms of sexism?
Well did you read the book Laz? No? Ok then. by Warcraft	May 10th, 2005 03:54:24 PM
I did. Yoda bows down to Qui-gon. Qui-gon, for some reason, becomes an Avatar of the force.
I Always Got the Impression That AICNers Hated COWBOY BEEBOP For by ZombieSolutions	May 10th, 2005 04:08:00 PM
i guess it was just the usual "we hate everything" reaction some talkbackers post because they are bored, angry, or both. I've definately read quite a few negative talkbacker posts on it. but, yeah, a full on official COWBOY BEEBOP live action film would be great. maybe someone wants to throw some money at Ryuhei Kitamura for this?
Glad to see you've made it as a journalist. But my teeth will mi by Sith Witch	May 10th, 2005 04:31:21 PM
Thanks for the thoughtful articles the past several years...
Re: The "deleted" Qui-Gon scene.... by Alexandra.DuPont	May 10th, 2005 04:55:26 PM
I understand anyone's disappointment at this apparent Qui-Gon cameo scene not being in the film, but after seeing "Sith," I have to say: You're so caught up in the story at that point that, frankly, Special Guest Star Liam Neeson would have thrown the momentum off. It was deleted for reasons I fully support.
Skurge2005 you wasted your time writing that... good job by Metallicant	May 10th, 2005 05:03:30 PM
HAHAHAHAHAHA
Thanks Al. by Warcraft	May 10th, 2005 05:05:03 PM
It's just a shame that ep3 is missing one of the few good actors in this prequel mess. It just would have been nice to have Christopher Lee, Ian Mcdiermand (sp), Ewan Mcgregor, Jimmy Smitts, Samuel Jackson, and Liam Neeson all in one movie.
You want nice written reviews of ROTS? check every 4 on chud.com by CurryIce	May 10th, 2005 05:08:47 PM
http://chud.com/news/2860 Every review i've read on all kind of mags and Internet sites, those on chud are the best.
Splinter of the Mind's Ass by vinylsaurus	May 10th, 2005 05:17:36 PM
...should be the title of the next SW novelization.
You're still wrong, Warcraft by Lazarus Long	May 10th, 2005 05:56:10 PM
Maybe you shouldn't sound such a smart ass about reading the book. Some of us didn't feel the need to spoil every last detail for ourselves. If you remember the FUCKING TRAILER you'd know that location where Yoda is on his knees is the exact same one where Palpatine throws some force lightning Yoda's way. It sure as hell ain't on the Tantive. "Ok then".
new 9th tv spot by natedalli	May 10th, 2005 07:24:24 PM
check out a 9th tv Spot( the best one yet..cool music..very gladiatorish)..check it out here at http://www.comingsoon.net/film s.php?id=4777
Dude, those chud.com reviews suck by I Dunno	May 10th, 2005 09:42:42 PM
They all say the same thing, like one big prequel hating circle jerk.
ROTS is 93% on the Tomatometer with 27 reviews! by HanFiredFirst	May 10th, 2005 09:51:06 PM

So what's your point Lazarus? by Warcraft	May 11th, 2005 12:28:46 AM
My original point was, I was upset they left out the Qui-Gon part. Whether or not Yoda kneels anywhere else is irrelevent. So you think the floor looks similar, woop di doo. I never said Yoda bowed to Qui-Gon on the Tantive to begin with. As far as the book goes, Yoda doesn't kneel to Palpatine, he just hauls ass out of there to avoid further ownage. What I DO know, is the basic plotline of the book, which means I DO more then you, ergo I know what the fuck I'm talking about, and all you have is a teaser trailer to back your "arguement". Ok then.
sigh, why can't we edit posts? by Warcraft	May 11th, 2005 12:32:54 AM
"What I DO know, is the basic plotline of the book, which means I DO more then you,"***should read****What I do know, are detailed events of the movie, thanks to reading the book, ergo I DO know more then you, and I know what the fuck I'm talking about, whereas all you have to back your "arguement", is a teaser trailer. And uh, ok then.
Ah fuck, I didn't mean to sound so angry. by Warcraft	May 11th, 2005 12:37:19 AM
I'm just upset that ep 1 and 2 aren't as good as ep3. It would have been nice to have a perfect, pg13, badass starwars trilogy. Meh.
Picking the best AICN writer is like... by Heckles	May 11th, 2005 03:42:21 AM
picking the best Penthouse Forum letter. If this person is getting paid, take the money and run.
WoTW? by Metallicant	May 11th, 2005 05:36:07 AM
http://www.cgchannel.com/galle ry/viewimage.jsp?imgID=8596
Goodbye from two fellow UK reviewers, hon... by Charlie & Tex	May 11th, 2005 07:13:32 AM
While it is somewhat sweeping to pick a favourite reviewer and hold them aloft as the all-time best, Ms DuPont is certainly ours. Always insightful and detailed, her reviews were those of a fan expressing an opinion rather than just looking to shoe-in the latest buzz word and the tiresome "...owns your ass, your first-born puppy and the crusty stuff you pulled from your momma's fuck factory, etc" attitude than has become prevalant these days. Such debate gently reduces down to a reflection of your own sensibilities and tastes, and the lovely ADP held a mirror up to ours as surely as a bum trip through an unstable wormhole. Writing with such passion takes a lot out of you, as we can attest, and to be knocking the stuff out for free can leave you feeling rather hollow, so for Ms DuPont to have secured a living through her talents is both heartening and well deserved. Making money out of such efforts is one that we have yet to master, but we're working on it...Anyway the Wilson Bros wish you the canniest of luck in your new posting, and our best to you and your other half. Talent this rare deserves all the success due.
The Serenity Review... by BradP	May 11th, 2005 08:57:48 AM
Take note she likes the film (Serenity) but notice how much longer her BAD points section than her good points section is. I saw the film in Vegas last Thursday and passed off a fairly disappointed mostly negative review, but this site won't post it (seems they'll only post the positive or mostly positive stuff for films they decide they want to stand behind). As a certified "Browncoat", Firefly and Whedon fan, the film let me down, as it's just a far cry from the whimsy and creativeness of the Firefly TV series. The movie comes across as cold, unfeeling, and not nearly as clever as the series, which was brilliant in my book. So, this is one BIG Firefly fan who was let down by the film. Hopefully this comment won't get censored as well. I can appreciate how fans are so devout that they want nary a negative word to get out there, but when the box office tale is told in September, we'll see the result. Personally, I hope enough negative word gets out that they fix the movie as best they can. Many of Alexandra's negative points are spot-on and should be taken under advisement. They would be steps in the right direction. If anyone is curious to read my full review, I can try and post it up in here at least.
People who complain about Ms. DuPont's use of the English langua by DocPazuzu	May 11th, 2005 10:50:27 AM
...are, without exception, troglodytic fucking morons, doing their best to bleed literacy to death -- or at least to their own level so they won't feel inferior. Pardon my French.
Question for Alex by InBloom	May 11th, 2005 11:27:20 AM
- since you seem to be very kindly answering questions; Is the whole Sifo Dyas thing resoved? Is that name mentioned at all, or is the whole creation of the clone army completely ignored? I'd be grateful for an answer!
Answering InBloom's questions.... by Alexandra.DuPont	May 11th, 2005 11:44:56 AM
"Is the whole Sifo Dyas thing resoved? Is that name mentioned at all, or is the whole creation of the clone army completely ignored?" No, it's completely ignored. And thank God, I say -- it would have been irrelevant to the story at hand, and it's patently obvious at the end that it was all Palpatine's doing, anyway. It's just never said explicitly. Putting it another way: It's not the crime of "Revenge of the Sith" for NOT bringing up Sifo Dyas; it's the crime of "Attack of the Clones" for bringing it up to begin with. As with the Qui-Gon cameo, it would be distracting to bring it up here, given the more immediate concerns at hand. There's no need to explore the origin of someone's alias. Anyway, I believe Sifo Dyas gets his due in the "General Grievous" comic book by Dark Horse.
Vader? by Trevor Goodchild	May 11th, 2005 01:12:30 PM
Why is he the only Darth with a surname that isn't an exsisting word or suggestion of a dark word. Grievous. Maul. Sidious. Tyrannous. I like the C.H.U.D reviews. They really should have gone for a Sith Witch.
That one's easy, its because.... by Lost in Uranus	May 11th, 2005 02:09:30 PM
Vader is special. Plus I think I heard somewhere that Vader means "Father" in german... or in some other obscure evil language.
Thank you! by InBloom	May 11th, 2005 02:24:02 PM
Quick response! I definitely agree that the Sifo dyas thing was a flaw in AOTC - it's just kind of annoying that Lucas bothered to set it up, and I always had a bit of a problem with the fact that the Jedi seem to remember Sifo Dyas being a Jedi Knight who died around the time of The Phantom Menace. It may be just as well that it's left out of Ep III, but I think it should have been in all three prequels, or not at all.
It's Vater in german by Trienco	May 11th, 2005 03:08:40 PM
There are some german dialects where it's Vadder and I think in Dutch it really is Vader. Though there is although the theory of it being short for invader. All depends on what you want to believe ,-)
VADER does suggest a bad guy word: invader by minderbinder	May 11th, 2005 03:24:05 PM
And I seriously doubt GL had "father" in mind when he made the first movie.
And with DuPont's passing, the critical IQ of this place drops b by mortsleam	May 11th, 2005 04:07:03 PM
Looking around at the festering piles of sexism and stupidity thatflood these talkbacks, it's amazing she stayed as long as she did. Didn't always agree with her reviews, but they were always an intelligently written and entertaining read. I wouldn't even say that this revieew has convinced me to see ROTS, but at least she gave an interesting, in-depth rundown of her thoughts. And in question form, like a good little Jeopardy! contestant. Good luck on your real job.
Later, sister. . . by ZeroCorpse	May 11th, 2005 04:55:30 PM
Don't let the door hit your ass on the way out. Seriously, I love your writing, but I can do without the dozens and dozens of posts by slobbering geeks praising your beauty and skill and then asking you to marry them, run away with them, or simply stand still while they wank off.
Goddamnit moviemack... by Uncle_Les	May 11th, 2005 07:16:47 PM
...we just want nipples on our Bat-men. Is that so wrong? Peace Out.
Sheezuz H. Christ...a lot of sexually frustrated shut-ins in th by wash	May 11th, 2005 08:26:21 PM
This TB has hit an all-time low. And that is saying something. I bet most of you miserable fucks are too loathsome to even get pity sex. You wonder why no one responds to your Yahoo Personals post when you reply with a requested pic. Seems like a lot of peeps here could use a little dose of sunlight and a helping hand that is not attached to their own arms.
BroncoFan by DocPazuzu	May 12th, 2005 10:11:22 AM
I rest my case.
BroncoFan by DocPazuzu	May 12th, 2005 10:59:41 AM
It's not an act. I am too good for you.
moviemack..... by MattCG	May 12th, 2005 09:17:40 PM
...yes, "Crash" is a good movie, if you like some heavyhanded, bullshit moralizing and some of the worst dialogue of the year. Someone said "Crash is like "Magnolia" are morons." and that person was right on the money. This movie is so fucking overbearing and manipulative that only a true fuckwit would consider it intelligent.
BroncoFan by MattCG	May 12th, 2005 09:19:29 PM
You have issues. I suggest getting some therapy and then maybe you'll come to terms why you're filled with rage whenever your father stands behind you.
"Raped your childhood"? Please. by L_B	May 13th, 2005 11:07:24 AM
I really have to draw on UT for this one. "What exactly do people mean by "he raped my childhood," anyway? What the fuck did he "rape?" How was your childhood violently and sexually assaulted by the release of the prequel trilogy? What the fuck is your goddamned problem, fanboy? Huh? "Raped my childhood." Bullshit. He raped his own story when he decided that Leigh Brackett's wacky notion of "What if Vader hadn't killed Luke's dad, what if he was Luke's dad?" suggestion was "better" than the original idea, and then had to retconn the entire "saga" around making that silly idea work. I really want to know -- in what way do you honestly believe that by making the prequel trilogy, George Lucas "raped" your childhood? I dare you not to be pathetic in your justification. Or, worse yet, selfish." Yeah. And then, just for the heck of it: "exercising journalistic courtesy for gays by not implying a heterosexual relationship" What the hell does THAT mean? We're not even allowed to HINT that we're in a heterosexual relationship because we might insult gay people? Does anyone else see the insanity in this? If a straight person is offended by a gay relationship, they're subjected to a witchhunt (sometimes justified, sometimes not, depending on how they "express" their distaste). If a gay person is offended by a straight relationship, apparently we have to respect that and not talk about our heterosexuality! "The reason AICN guys keep describing women as "beautiful", etc., is that they are trailing-edge conformist sexists" I see. So if I comment on a woman's beauty, I'm sexist. I suppose I ought to go about calling women ugly, then. Bob Hope and the sweet-potato-pie I can see as clearly trying to discredit the woman in question, but commenting on someone's beauty does not detract from the perception of their other attributes - unless you really are THAT shallow.
windu gives grievous a big 'fuck-you' by mousse	May 18th, 2005 03:15:01 PM
i just watched genndy tartakovsky's 'clone wars' animation series for the first time when they finally played it en masse on cartoon network this saturday. genndy's absolutely brilliant at action scenes, and the best one was just at the end. grievous spends maybe 10 long, action-packed minutes chasing palpatine and four jedi before defeating them. just as they're boarding their ship, windu's transport is shot down and he jumps to the ground to see grievous escorting palpatine in. then, in a dialogue-less 5 seconds, grievous turns from a hunch noticing windu out of the corner of his eye to a 4-lightsaber-pose akin to a scorpion or cobra about to strike. windu reaches out and clenches his fist as squashing a fruit and grievous's metal chest caves in with a ka-shanggg, sending the previously fearsome and victorious beast coughing and choking to the ground in a single move just as the loading doors close him in. the ship jumps to hyperspace before windu can do more. freaking awesome direction.
Farewell, Ms. DuPont by Ribbons	May 28th, 2005 02:25:14 PM
Thanks for all the good reviews. I especially appreciate the way they predict people's questions and react to them while they're being told (not to mention the sense of wordplay and humor involved). Though it's not likely you'll be back to visit this article, nor will I (or perhaps in September...), I enjoy reading your work and felt like I owed it to myself to finally see what you had to say about Episode III after I'd exposed myself to it in theaters. I found it refreshing and a good return to a proper perspective after the milieu of the "NOOO!" debate that's currently been taking TalkBack by storm, and in fact I'm feeling kind of melancholy that you expressed so much enthusiasm about how 'Sith' is a movie worth discussing -- without absolutes, where no one's a clear-cut loser (a notion I agree with, btw) -- only to see the mess that's been made in the aftermath of its release. Eh well. Some people are discussing it, at the very least. My only absolute? An utter fucking waste of Keisha Castle-Hughes. Peace, and much success and serenity (but what am I saying? You're a journalist) in your new profession.

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