Full Version: Primeval
It wasn't bad tonight, although I was making tea while it was on.
QUOTE (curtinparloe @ Jan 12 2008, 08:12 PM)
It wasn't bad tonight, although I was making tea while it was on.
You must of been watching a different program?
Bad and predictable story, bad CGI, bad acting, and bad continuity. Where did the big black gun go after they got out the lift?
I missed Man U scoring two more goals against Newcastle to turn over and watch this.
Interesting. Perhaps it should be a half hour show?
I didn't think the CGI was that bad, to be honest, and though the acting was hit-and miss, I've seen far worse on Primetime TV.
I didn't think the CGI was that bad, to be honest, and though the acting was hit-and miss, I've seen far worse on Primetime TV.
I didn't see it, but is it true that the Hannah in her pants stuff has been stopped?
Yes, you can read more about that here: 'Primeval' star complains about sexy scenes.
Yeah, it was pretty much tosh last night, as Baz said the continuity was terrible (stuff the gun, where did the second raptor go?!).
It's a bit of a shame, because I think Cutter is quite an interesting character, especially given the "history has changed" plot they've now worked into the series - hopefully they will do more with this over the series and not just go down the "monster of the week" route.
Yeah, it was pretty much tosh last night, as Baz said the continuity was terrible (stuff the gun, where did the second raptor go?!).
It's a bit of a shame, because I think Cutter is quite an interesting character, especially given the "history has changed" plot they've now worked into the series - hopefully they will do more with this over the series and not just go down the "monster of the week" route.
I find it all enjoyable Tosh. Don't take it too seriously and I especially like the Bwen Miller charector, completly over the top.
QUOTE (Raven @ Jan 13 2008, 11:41 AM)
What a bloody spoilsport.
Primeval - Complete Series One - Only £6.95, if you really want a copy!
Is anyone else still watching?
I thought this week's episode was slightly better than the last two - mainly because they didn't spend the entire episode being chased around. I'm interested to see where the "double agent" plot line is going, and I'm starting to get the sneaking suspicion that they may press the reset button at the end of this series and have Cutter correct the problem they created at the end of series one.
It's all still bobbins though!
Is anyone else still watching?
I thought this week's episode was slightly better than the last two - mainly because they didn't spend the entire episode being chased around. I'm interested to see where the "double agent" plot line is going, and I'm starting to get the sneaking suspicion that they may press the reset button at the end of this series and have Cutter correct the problem they created at the end of series one.
It's all still bobbins though!
QUOTE (Raven @ Jan 28 2008, 12:49 PM)
It's all still bobbins though!
it is, although i seem to keep popping over to shack's and finding him watching it. still, i think we're both happy to watch hannah mooching around and i'm pretty sure that shack'll be as upset as i am, to discover that we didn't watch it when she used to mooch around in her pants...
unless shack used to watch it and kept quiet about it...
QUOTE (Raven @ Jan 28 2008, 12:49 PM)
Primeval - Complete Series One - Only £6.95, if you really want a copy!
Is anyone else still watching?
Is anyone else still watching?
I am. It's cack, but quite enjoyable cack. The CGI at the end of the last episode was particularly bad.
QUOTE (Sostie @ Jan 28 2008, 01:10 PM)
The CGI at the end of the last episode was particularly bad.
Was it ever. They seem to be able to do reptiles [a bit] better than mammals.
primevil sucks
sorry
sorry
QUOTE (KatyInAJumpsuit @ Jan 28 2008, 01:40 PM)
primevil sucks
i don't think you'll find anyone who disagrees...
I'm finding it enjoyable fluff, despite the terrible CGI, the fact most of the plots tend to wobble around in the same direction and the fact that Hannah now keeps her clothes on.
Perhaps I like it because it's usually when I eat my tea because I've been sat laughing at You've Been Framed and TV Burp beforehand.
I guess I use it in the same way as Friends, although not in the same league of quality, as I can just shovel food into my face without having to pay attention to the television that much.
Perhaps I like it because it's usually when I eat my tea because I've been sat laughing at You've Been Framed and TV Burp beforehand.
I guess I use it in the same way as Friends, although not in the same league of quality, as I can just shovel food into my face without having to pay attention to the television that much.
The longer they stick with the monster of the week format, the less inclind I am to keep watching it, but I do like Cutter - as a character - and I think the basic premise of the show is quite good.
It's just a pity - as with Torchwood - that the execution is so poor.
As Shack says though, for watch while you eat TV, it does what it says on the tin really.
It's just a pity - as with Torchwood - that the execution is so poor.
As Shack says though, for watch while you eat TV, it does what it says on the tin really.
Third series for ITV1's 'Primeval'.
I'm not surprised, I hadn't realised so many people were watching it, but it's pretty much perfect switch-off-and-watch Saturday night viewing.
I'm not surprised, I hadn't realised so many people were watching it, but it's pretty much perfect switch-off-and-watch Saturday night viewing.
Struggled with it this week. Maybe the episodes are just too similar.
I have never seen this show but Ben Miller is in it apparently. Should I bother?
QUOTE (Serafina_Pekkala @ Jan 30 2008, 01:01 PM)
I have never seen this show but Ben Miller is in it apparently. Should I bother?
Yes. It's forgettable fun, but well-produced forgettable fun.
What was this week's all about?
Sharks with teeth on their tongues and mutant walruses that like kidnapping basketball players and fit young animal handlers.
Utter tosh.
(still enjoyed it though!).
Sharks with teeth on their tongues and mutant walruses that like kidnapping basketball players and fit young animal handlers.
Utter tosh.
(still enjoyed it though!).
QUOTE (Raven @ Feb 4 2008, 01:17 PM)
What was this week's all about?
Sharks with teeth on their tongues and mutant walruses that like kidnapping basketball players and fit young animal handlers.
Utter tosh.
(still enjoyed it though!).
Sharks with teeth on their tongues and mutant walruses that like kidnapping basketball players and fit young animal handlers.
Utter tosh.
(still enjoyed it though!).
Yup, tosh indeed. Yet still watchable. It's becoming a guilty pleasure.
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 4 2008, 01:40 PM)
Yup, tosh indeed. Yet still watchable. It's becoming a guilty pleasure.
I missed it this week because I went to the pub and got drunk instead.
I'm with you Sost. It's a guilty pleasure.
QUOTE (Shack @ Feb 4 2008, 02:04 PM)
I missed it this week because I went to the pub and got drunk instead.
So did I!
(I taped it . . .).
That was a fantastic slo-mo kick to the head.
QUOTE (fear_of_pop @ Feb 5 2008, 12:13 AM)
That was a fantastic slo-mo kick to the head.
You could just see that coming from the moment the girl mentioned it in the flat.
It got a cheer when it finally arrived!
I watched this weekend's last night - best one so far, even if it is a tad simplistic plot wise.
I get the impression the sub-plot with Helen in it would be a lot stronger if they were giving us a better idea of what the hell is going on!
I get the impression the sub-plot with Helen in it would be a lot stronger if they were giving us a better idea of what the hell is going on!
For any of you that might be interested...
QUOTE
TIME FOR ADVENTURE
Originated Fiction From The Hit TV Series, Primeval
“Taking in time-travel, dinosaurs and government conspiracies, [Primeval] is widely entertaining”
– Sunday Times
Titan Books is making a new foray into fiction with the launch of a series of originated novels based on the hit ITV prime time TV series from Impossible Pictures, Primeval.
When strange anomalies in time start to appear, Evolutionary Zoologist Professor Cutter and his team find themselves confronted with the creatures of their studies, and they must help track down and capture a multitude of dangerous prehistoric creatures from Earth's distant past. Written by Steven Savile, SCRIBE nominated author of tie-ins for Torchwood, Star Wars and Dr. Who, the first of Titan’s novels will be PRIMEVAL: SHADOW OF THE JAGUAR [Titan Books, 21 March 2008, £6.99], plunging Cutter and the team into the Peruvian rain forest for a thrilling prehistoric ride!
A heady mixture of action and adventure, Primeval has captured the imagination of audiences and critics alike, selling over 100,000 DVD box sets and syndicating to networks across the world, from Germany to Australia to Korea. Now, these exciting new novels propose to carry Professor Cutter and his team to places and situations beyond the television series, exploring new levels of adventure in the Primeval universe. With the second series now showing on ITV, Titan’s thrilling new fiction is the perfect way for fans to immerse themselves in the show, and a great chance for those who’ve missed the series to jump on board.
Titan Books is a leading international publisher of licensed entertainment, with graphic novels, tie-ins and companions to a diverse wealth of world-renowned licenses including Superman, Star Wars and The Simpsons. Recent successes including 24: The Official Companions, Spider-Man The Icon, Stardust: The Visual Companion and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
# # #
Primeval: Shadow of the Jaguar
Steven Savile
TITAN BOOKS
21 March 2008 • Hardback • £6.99 • 272pp • ISBN: 9781845766924
Originated Fiction From The Hit TV Series, Primeval
“Taking in time-travel, dinosaurs and government conspiracies, [Primeval] is widely entertaining”
– Sunday Times
Titan Books is making a new foray into fiction with the launch of a series of originated novels based on the hit ITV prime time TV series from Impossible Pictures, Primeval.
When strange anomalies in time start to appear, Evolutionary Zoologist Professor Cutter and his team find themselves confronted with the creatures of their studies, and they must help track down and capture a multitude of dangerous prehistoric creatures from Earth's distant past. Written by Steven Savile, SCRIBE nominated author of tie-ins for Torchwood, Star Wars and Dr. Who, the first of Titan’s novels will be PRIMEVAL: SHADOW OF THE JAGUAR [Titan Books, 21 March 2008, £6.99], plunging Cutter and the team into the Peruvian rain forest for a thrilling prehistoric ride!
A heady mixture of action and adventure, Primeval has captured the imagination of audiences and critics alike, selling over 100,000 DVD box sets and syndicating to networks across the world, from Germany to Australia to Korea. Now, these exciting new novels propose to carry Professor Cutter and his team to places and situations beyond the television series, exploring new levels of adventure in the Primeval universe. With the second series now showing on ITV, Titan’s thrilling new fiction is the perfect way for fans to immerse themselves in the show, and a great chance for those who’ve missed the series to jump on board.
Titan Books is a leading international publisher of licensed entertainment, with graphic novels, tie-ins and companions to a diverse wealth of world-renowned licenses including Superman, Star Wars and The Simpsons. Recent successes including 24: The Official Companions, Spider-Man The Icon, Stardust: The Visual Companion and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
# # #
Primeval: Shadow of the Jaguar
Steven Savile
TITAN BOOKS
21 March 2008 • Hardback • £6.99 • 272pp • ISBN: 9781845766924
Still watching the show. Still think it's a bit shit. Still enjoying it.
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 11 2008, 02:21 PM)
Still watching the show. Still think it's a bit shit. Still enjoying it.
I've missed it for the last 2 weeks now.
I'm missing my dose of Hannah.
QUOTE (Shack @ Feb 11 2008, 02:23 PM)
I've missed it for the last 2 weeks now.
I'm missing my dose of Hannah.
I'm missing my dose of Hannah.
I'd give her a dose!
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 11 2008, 02:23 PM)
I'd give her a dose!
You'd prime her eval etc etc...
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 11 2008, 02:23 PM)
I'd give her a dose!
Little bit of ointment should clear that right up.
This week's episode could be good, as it has been written by Paul Cornell, the writer of Doctor Who episodes Father's Day, Human Nature and The Family of Blood.
We got Cutter's jacket through the post yesterday:
(Giving it away in a comp on Play.com)
(Giving it away in a comp on Play.com)
Does is smell of Dino poo?
QUOTE (ipse dixit @ Feb 22 2008, 10:32 AM)
We got Cutter's jacket through the post yesterday:
Don't suppose you got Abby's undies?
Sorry.
Is it the season finale this weekend? I must say, for a big pile of poo, Primeval is very enjoyable TV.
What size is Cutter's jacket?
I'll take it.
I must watch Primeval tomorrow night. I've been busy the last two weeks.
I'll take it.
I must watch Primeval tomorrow night. I've been busy the last two weeks.
It's boy size. It's heavy and scratchy. I haven't sniffed it. I have little-no interest in the ego that is Douglas Henshall.
Boyd was trying to get Abby's pants, Sost, but they didn't seem too keen to supply us with them...
Boyd was trying to get Abby's pants, Sost, but they didn't seem too keen to supply us with them...
QUOTE (ipse dixit @ Feb 22 2008, 12:55 PM)
It's boy size. It's heavy and scratchy. I haven't sniffed it. I have little-no interest in the ego that is Douglas Henshall.
Boyd was trying to get Abby's pants, Sost, but they didn't seem too keen to supply us with them...
Boyd was trying to get Abby's pants, Sost, but they didn't seem too keen to supply us with them...
Fucking prudes.
How can I enter that coat competition so my entry is favourable?
(i.e. can it be fixed?)
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 22 2008, 12:04 PM)
Is it the season finale this weekend? I must say, for a big pile of poo, Primeval is very enjoyable TV.
Yep, last one 'til next year.
I kind of wish I'd paid more attention to the last 15 minutes because I struggled to work out what was going on.
As far as I can tell, lots of animals got locked in a room and that woman who used to go out with Cutter that had big knockers had lots of cloned friends.
Plenty of knockabout fun to be had though, especially when Hannah started scrapping. She's always struck me as scrappy.
As far as I can tell, lots of animals got locked in a room and that woman who used to go out with Cutter that had big knockers had lots of cloned friends.
Plenty of knockabout fun to be had though, especially when Hannah started scrapping. She's always struck me as scrappy.
It was a bit of an odd ending really, and even though I was giving it my full attention I'm not exactly sure what they were getting at with all the clones.
As cliff-hangers go, I don't think it was as good as last years.
(Btw Shack, that woman - Helen - was Cutter's wife!).
As cliff-hangers go, I don't think it was as good as last years.
(Btw Shack, that woman - Helen - was Cutter's wife!).
QUOTE (Raven @ Feb 25 2008, 11:03 AM)
(Btw Shack, that woman - Helen - was Cutter's wife!).
I did know that.
I don't know why Stephen shut himself in that room. It wasn't even as if he did anything onther that get ripped apart.
QUOTE (Raven @ Feb 25 2008, 11:03 AM)
It was a bit of an odd ending really, and even though I was giving it my full attention I'm not exactly sure what they were getting at with all the clones.
As cliff-hangers go, I don't think it was as good as last years.
(Btw Shack, that woman - Helen - was Cutter's wife!).
As cliff-hangers go, I don't think it was as good as last years.
(Btw Shack, that woman - Helen - was Cutter's wife!).
I don't think they are clones. I think she has gone through various portals and brought them back befor they dies. Which is what she hinted will happen with Stephen.
Helen - not exactly a convincing "hard woman" is she. They seem to think dressing her up as a poor Mad Max extra and making her cut chunks of apples off with a big knife makes her dangerous
QUOTE (Shack @ Feb 25 2008, 11:10 AM)
I did know that.
I don't know why Stephen shut himself in that room. It wasn't even as if he did anything onther that get ripped apart.
I don't know why Stephen shut himself in that room. It wasn't even as if he did anything onther that get ripped apart.
The only way to get the door shut and trap all the animals was from the inside! They broke the exterior switch when fighting off the raptor.
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 25 2008, 11:16 AM)
The only way to get the door shut and trap all the animals was from the inside! They broke the exterior switch when fighting off the raptor.
See, I missed that crucial bit of information. I was making spag boll.
It all makes sense now.
Except for the hardass Helen and her big knockers.
QUOTE (Shack @ Feb 25 2008, 11:27 AM)
Except for the hardass Helen and her big knockers.
If she used them to fight off the raptor all would have been fine.
QUOTE (Sostie @ Feb 25 2008, 11:28 AM)
If she used them to fight off the raptor all would have been fine.
Are knockers nutritious? The raptors might not have had to eat for ages afterwards.
Interesting point on the bringing Stephen back to life though.
And the bit were Connor and Abby nearly held hands but didn't? Ooooh I nearly cried.
The bit that made me go "eh?" was Connor’s unconvincing love interest being at Stephen's funeral - why was she there?!
QUOTE (Raven @ Feb 25 2008, 12:11 PM)
The bit that made me go "eh?" was Connor’s unconvincing love interest being at Stephen's funeral - why was she there?!
She obviously felt bad for lying, although how she found out about the funeral is a bit of mystery.
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