Thought I'd share a few thoughts about the next con, officially announced back in June. It's already getting exciting, as a ton of PR alumni are already on board, including nearly everyone who was at Anime Expo -- and it's still a year away.
I'm glad things are happening a lot smoother this time around. Last time, the huge delay in info from the website lead to me scrambling to be on the forum as much as I could during the final month or so (which wasn't easy during May sweeps) and perhaps a better effort to find a roommate could've been made. For next years con, the details will be out in a more timely manner and the roommate situation -- we shall see. I can't wait to see the schedule, which is bound to be jam-packed, better structured and have panels for a majority of the seasons. It'd be nice to buy something from the merch tables this time as well.
I still don't know what I was thinking -- not bothering to spend even a lunch going through the booklet of my then-new digital camera -- instead figuring it out while using it. It was just one trip after another to that gift shop. -_- Next year though, will go MUCH better and I'll definitely have a stash of rechargeable batteries so I can just keep switching them out when needed (more Rangers = more pics).
One thing that was great about the first PMC was the very intimate feel -- tons of impromptu autograph signing and pics, as fans could casually chat with the PR alumni in the hallways -- whether they were passing by or just hanging out. That's likely to change.
I'll look forward to arriving at the location a day or 2 early and be ready for actors who happen to show up the evening before it starts. And being my 3rd PR gathering, things shouldn't be so freakin' awkward. It'll be great to meet actors again who were at the last PMC and ones making their first appearance at the con, all while hanging out with people I know from Rangerboard and talked to at ACEN. ^_^
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Saturday, August 8, 2009
RPM #18 "BELLY OF THE BEAST": Blockbuster
This was an excellent episode to cap off the recent Dillon focus and what ultimately became Eddie's last episode. :(
Supervising a huge production value while having someone else write the script was never more obvious than the past 2 eps.
This episode alone felt like more of a mid-season blockbuster than "DARK WISH" ever was -- especially how involved Truman and his men were, the impending doom and Truman and Hicks present for Dr. K's speech for once.
Pretty cool how they were able to change the doomsday machine to become a whale at the last moment and fool the Saw-Bot by forming the new MZ.
And I gotta say I love Tenaya 7's attitude. "KEY TO THE PAST" can't come soon enough.
Supervising a huge production value while having someone else write the script was never more obvious than the past 2 eps.
This episode alone felt like more of a mid-season blockbuster than "DARK WISH" ever was -- especially how involved Truman and his men were, the impending doom and Truman and Hicks present for Dr. K's speech for once.
Pretty cool how they were able to change the doomsday machine to become a whale at the last moment and fool the Saw-Bot by forming the new MZ.
And I gotta say I love Tenaya 7's attitude. "KEY TO THE PAST" can't come soon enough.
Sunday, July 19, 2009
RPM #17 "PRISONERS": Go For 'Boom Time'
Great episode. Enjoyed the plot again -- and tied in with more of Dillon's backstory only made it better.
It's moments like Ziggy stumbling to get outta the slave clothes that I really appreciate from the writers. It was cute when he and Summer both called front seat. ^_^
Shadow puppets save the day!
The only complaint has to be Saw-Bot getting defeated quickly after the core 5 had so much trouble with him. An entire episode for this (similar to some of the old ones in the later Saban years) would've been nice -- on the other hand, the more time spent on story is great too.
I kinda like Gem and Gemma always showing up already morphed, but it'll be nice when we finally see their morph and the suits case expands to include them (I'm guessing the big group shot at the at the start of the theme is from the next ep).
I just can't say enough how phenomenal it is how well this shows written and how great these characters are. 5/5.
It's moments like Ziggy stumbling to get outta the slave clothes that I really appreciate from the writers. It was cute when he and Summer both called front seat. ^_^
Shadow puppets save the day!
The only complaint has to be Saw-Bot getting defeated quickly after the core 5 had so much trouble with him. An entire episode for this (similar to some of the old ones in the later Saban years) would've been nice -- on the other hand, the more time spent on story is great too.
I kinda like Gem and Gemma always showing up already morphed, but it'll be nice when we finally see their morph and the suits case expands to include them (I'm guessing the big group shot at the at the start of the theme is from the next ep).
I just can't say enough how phenomenal it is how well this shows written and how great these characters are. 5/5.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
RPM #16 "IN OR OUT": Aired Out
This episode was well put together, I thought. I liked the attack on the air supply plot.
Loved how Dr. K had something different to say to each Ranger along with giving them hugs and how awkward it was for everyone. Dillon's only there as part of a "work release agreement." Ha. Poor Ziggy. Like how they're undoubtedly building up something between him and K.
Gem and Gemma finishing eachothers sentences is annoying as hell, but I'll get used to it. It's interesting having Rangers who're basically insane. Doing their own sound effects while going over the plan was pretty funny.
I liked how Truman put his foot down with them, but ultimately they were the ones who were right. The others reactions to Gem and Gemma are good as well. No one (but maybe K) likes their attitude.
Liked the use of powers to get out of the dome.
Nice to see Summer lead another morph in Scott's absence.
Ugh, quick zord battles seem even worse when a Megazord is just there suddenly. >_>
5/5
Loved how Dr. K had something different to say to each Ranger along with giving them hugs and how awkward it was for everyone. Dillon's only there as part of a "work release agreement." Ha. Poor Ziggy. Like how they're undoubtedly building up something between him and K.
Gem and Gemma finishing eachothers sentences is annoying as hell, but I'll get used to it. It's interesting having Rangers who're basically insane. Doing their own sound effects while going over the plan was pretty funny.
I liked how Truman put his foot down with them, but ultimately they were the ones who were right. The others reactions to Gem and Gemma are good as well. No one (but maybe K) likes their attitude.
Liked the use of powers to get out of the dome.
Nice to see Summer lead another morph in Scott's absence.
Ugh, quick zord battles seem even worse when a Megazord is just there suddenly. >_>
5/5
Sunday, July 5, 2009
RPM #15 "GHOSTS": The Wings of RPM
Pretty much what I expected -- a good, action-packed intro for Series Gold and Silver.
I doubt they'll classify Gem's zord as a falcon, after Flynn's joke about it being a chicken... and hey, they're clearly avoiding naming Ziggy's zord, so why name Gem's?
Perhaps we need more MOTDs with bombs -- then the explosions wouldn't feel so unnecessary. Although it's kinda nice if it's unique for Dyna-Bot.
Great fight scenes for Gem and Gemma, showing off their powers and moves.
It was a bit odd to see Shifter alongside Venjix, when there was no sentai footage which would call for it. And the death of Project Go-Onger was really cheap.
No 5/5 this time, but still a pretty good 4.
I doubt they'll classify Gem's zord as a falcon, after Flynn's joke about it being a chicken... and hey, they're clearly avoiding naming Ziggy's zord, so why name Gem's?
Perhaps we need more MOTDs with bombs -- then the explosions wouldn't feel so unnecessary. Although it's kinda nice if it's unique for Dyna-Bot.
Great fight scenes for Gem and Gemma, showing off their powers and moves.
It was a bit odd to see Shifter alongside Venjix, when there was no sentai footage which would call for it. And the death of Project Go-Onger was really cheap.
No 5/5 this time, but still a pretty good 4.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
RPM #14 "EMBODIED": Road Trip
Kinda wish the episode had started out with the Rangers reaction to what Dr. K said, but Dillon's little outburst sorta made up for it.
Gosh, was that ADR crappy. I do like when we have an early zord battle and we get into the episode right after it.
Oh man, another WIN with the Go-onger RV. I actually had to quickly pause the ep to collect myself. Never would've imagined some of the already minimal sentai footage this season would include their mobile base. All that's missing now is Bomper. ^_^
Nice work trying to spruce up the same old quarry with piles of rocks and changing the color tone. I love that they do it for all the wasteland scenes.
The big battle with Venjix was nicely done. I like some of the different wire-fu moves they've been doing all season (especially for Ziggy).
Interesting attitude Venjix has going on. Tenaya should just overthrow him, then she can take over. >_>
Gosh, was that ADR crappy. I do like when we have an early zord battle and we get into the episode right after it.
Oh man, another WIN with the Go-onger RV. I actually had to quickly pause the ep to collect myself. Never would've imagined some of the already minimal sentai footage this season would include their mobile base. All that's missing now is Bomper. ^_^
Nice work trying to spruce up the same old quarry with piles of rocks and changing the color tone. I love that they do it for all the wasteland scenes.
The big battle with Venjix was nicely done. I like some of the different wire-fu moves they've been doing all season (especially for Ziggy).
Interesting attitude Venjix has going on. Tenaya should just overthrow him, then she can take over. >_>
Saturday, June 13, 2009
RPM #13 "BROTHER'S KEEPER": Leader and Brooder
... That was one of the most misleading episode titles I've ever seen. Thought for sure it would involve Marcus somehow, maybe more about Scott's relationship with Colonel Truman. Nope. But hey, it's great to be surprised. And since episode summaries are out now (I haven't read all of them myself), this is the last time to have no idea what to expect.
The first part at the beach was pretty good. Liked how Tenaya 7 was just there suddenly.
Loved the observation by Dr. K (in her slippers and PJs, no less) about Summer liking Scott and Dillon.
Liked how Scott and Dillon were stuck chained together, although it felt sorta like a cop-out that they could've morphed sooner to break it. And nice to see the Wheel Blasters used in a ground battle.
Great end to the episode -- Dr. K revealing to the Rangers that she's responsible for Venjix.
5/5. Nicely done.
The first part at the beach was pretty good. Liked how Tenaya 7 was just there suddenly.
Loved the observation by Dr. K (in her slippers and PJs, no less) about Summer liking Scott and Dillon.
Liked how Scott and Dillon were stuck chained together, although it felt sorta like a cop-out that they could've morphed sooner to break it. And nice to see the Wheel Blasters used in a ground battle.
Great end to the episode -- Dr. K revealing to the Rangers that she's responsible for Venjix.
5/5. Nicely done.
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