Ray’s Take on Episode 2.11: “Rivals” Barbara Bossom, “Roana”, hails from Belle Vernon, PA, just a few miles from my hometown. But the really great thing is Martus Mazur is played by Chris Sarandon, Prince Humperdink, Jerry Dandridge, and Jack Skellington. Tennis anyone? Bashir’s track suit is almost as bad as his preparatory Tai Chi.Continue reading “Guest stars add charm and dignity”
Category Archives: Season 2
“Rivals” develops characters
Rhonda’s Take on Episode 2.11: “Rivals” “Beware the Gansian wine” should be a warning for visitors to Deep Space Nine. That’s what Alsia blames for her confessing her secret plans for investment to Martus. Yet, it is Martus who will be hoodwinked. But, wait, I’m getting to the end and that’s the least interesting aspectContinue reading ““Rivals” develops characters”
This one’s about luck and, lucky for us, it’s funny!
Jim’s Take on Episode 2.11: “Rivals” When you come right down to it, many things in life are simply a matter of luck. Some people seem to have it, and some people just don’t. Personally, I think I’m right in the middle of the luck spectrum. I don’t have DEEPLY bad luck that thwarts everythingContinue reading “This one’s about luck and, lucky for us, it’s funny!”
DS9 challenges the core Star Trek ethos
Jim’s Take on Episode 2.10” “Sanctuary” What does a moral, empathetic, forward-thinking, society do when faced with millions of refugees who need help? This is not an easy question to answer, and it’s one that still divides nations today. All the choices are hard and no answer may really be “right.” Once again, DS9 digsContinue reading “DS9 challenges the core Star Trek ethos”
Rejecting fugitives reveals a darkness to Bajorans
Ray’s Take on Episode 2.10: “Sanctuary” Kira is perpetually vexed. Quark always has a towel handy. Ford Prefect would approve. Bajorans always seem to be playing politics and have their own self-serving ulterior motives. The fugitives remind me of waterfowl, especially when they imprint on Kira and Odo struggles to ride herd on them. LivingContinue reading “Rejecting fugitives reveals a darkness to Bajorans”
Giving Bajor its sense of place
Rhondas’s Take on Episode 2.10: “Sanctuary” We often talk about character development on this website, but “Sanctuary” is very much an episode about place. The Skrreea have been displaced by the Dominion conquering their planet. (Did you catch this second reference to the Dominion? New viewer, are you sensing something is brewing?) Yet, it isContinue reading “Giving Bajor its sense of place”
Dreams and going into the light
Ray’s Take on Episode 2.9: “Second Sight” “Everything is dreams, and the dreams are dreams.” Jake’s dream nicely sets up the manifestation of Fenna. I’d imagine that being Commander of the station would be an effective pick-up line. “Fenna” is Dutch for “peace” and she offers Sisko some respite from the tragedy four years prior.Continue reading “Dreams and going into the light”
A light on Sisko’s character
Rhonda’s Take on Episode 2.9: “Second Sight” I’m not sure I agree with the title for this episode. The term “second sight” refers to “the ability to perceive future or distant events; clairvoyance.” While the woman at the center of this episode can project herself as energy, it isn’t really an ability to perceive events,Continue reading “A light on Sisko’s character”
On the List of Favorite Episodes
Rhonda’s Take on Episode 2.8: “Necessary Evil” I’m all about making lists: To Do, Wish, Future Plans, Pros/Cons, Gift. Odo would not be surprised by my penchant for making lists, as he has observed that humans have a tendency to create them for everything to a degree that means they have to create new waysContinue reading “On the List of Favorite Episodes”
A femme fatale, a hard-bitten detective, a mysterious list of names, and a case…of MURDER!
Jim’s Take on Episode 2.8: “Necessary Evil” Not only is “Necessary Evil” a fantastic episode with a cool and unusual film noir style, it’s full of fascinating firsts for many characters. Surprising revelations come thick and fast for viewers of the show and for the characters themselves. Of course, in true film noir fashion, itContinue reading “A femme fatale, a hard-bitten detective, a mysterious list of names, and a case…of MURDER!”
Ponderings from the Promenade: A Journey through Star Trek Deep Space Nine 