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Review of 'Invasion' 2.1-2.2
Invasion -- the latest narrative that explores an H. G. Well's War of the Worlds scenario -- is back on Apple TV+ in the past two weeks with the first two episodes of its second season. Episode 2.1 is entitled "Something's Changed," but I don't think all that much has changed, unless change is defined as zooming into elements that were already there in the first season, which is fine with me.
Paul LevinsonPublished 8 months ago in FuturismIn Light Of Ahsoka, Sabine, And Hera's Succesful Jump To Live-Action, Let's Not Forget The Original Voice Actors
So far, Disney Plus's Ahsoka series has proved a hit with fans. Now that the series has arrived, it seems clearer than ever that it is something of a sequel to creator Dave Filoni's earlier animated series, Star Wars: Rebels. As well as Ahsoka Tano, who made her live action debut back in season two of The Mandalorian, the new series brings a number of popular animated Star Wars characters into live-action, including Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Hera's beloved droid, Chopper.
Kristy AndersonPublished 8 months ago in FuturismChandrayaan-3's Vikram Lander Unveils Insights into Lunar Temperature Variation
The lunar landscape, long regarded as a realm of extremes and mysteries, continues to captivate scientists and space enthusiasts alike. Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) unveiled groundbreaking insights into the temperature variation on the lunar surface, shedding light on the Moon's enigmatic thermal behavior. A graph released by ISRO showcased surprising temperature data collected by the Chandra's Surface Thermophysical Experiment (ChaSTE) payload onboard Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander, leading to a deeper understanding of the Moon's unique environment and its implications for future lunar exploration.
Sabuj MaityPublished 8 months ago in FuturismHaven't Watched 'Star Wars: Rebels'? Here's A Few Important Facts About Ahsoka's Co-Stars
WARNING: Slight SPOILERS for Ahsoka, eps 1 & 2. The first two episodes of Ahsoka have dropped on Disney Plus, to mostly positive reception from fans, with special praise coming from those who enjoyed the animated series Star Wars: Rebels. While the events of Ahsoka can be followed easily enough as a stand-alone series, Ahsoka can also be considered a Rebels sequel, so some knowledge of the latter definitely adds to the experience, with the Ahsoka including Rebels characters Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, cheeky droid Chopper, and of course the villain, Grand Admiral Thrawn, in significant roles.
Kristy AndersonPublished 8 months ago in FuturismReview of 'Foundation' 2.7
Another excellent episode of Foundation -- 2.7 -- which may be the best episode so far in this second season, which means maybe the best episode so far in the series.
Paul LevinsonPublished 8 months ago in Futurism'Rebels' Rundown: The Best Episodes To Watch In Preparation For 'Ahsoka'
We are now just days away from the two-episode premiere of Ahsoka on Disney Plus. The series will follow Ahsoka Tano, once the Jedi Padawan of Anakin Skywalker, as she attempts to thwart a potential rebirth of the Galactic Empire through Grand Admiral Thrawn.
Kristy AndersonPublished 8 months ago in FuturismWhat are the effects of solar flare activity today?
The Impact of Solar Flare Activity Today: Unraveling its Effects on Earth and Space Solar flares, captivating displays of immense energy released from the Sun's surface, have fascinated scientists and space enthusiasts alike for centuries. These intense bursts of radiation and charged particles can have a profound impact on our planet and the space environment surrounding it. As we explore the effects of solar flare activity in the modern era, we gain insight into the intricate interplay between the Sun, Earth, and the broader solar system. In this comprehensive analysis, we delve into the current effects of solar flare activity, their implications for various aspects of our technological and natural world, and the measures taken to mitigate their potential disruptions.
Word WeaverPublished 8 months ago in FuturismHow BBC makes Planet Earth looks like a Hollywood Movie?
Those images of a swarm of locusts come from the BBC's seminal Planet Earth series in 2006. You may notice that the resolution has been upgraded from HD. Ultra HD. . But the other big change is that planet Earth 2 isn't all about grasshoppers. The cameras are also moving. These dynamic tracking shots are part of the reason why Planet Earth 2 is the BBC's most cinematic nature film to date. GUNTON: We know that when we go to the movies now, the camera is never still. It's always moving, it's always on steadicam, it's always on the road, it's always flying. And I think we wanted to reflect that in our approach.
Shubham BajajPublished 8 months ago in FuturismReview of 'Foundation' 2.3 & 2.5
I'm not going to review every episode of the second season of Foundation, unless the hour strikes me as adding something really important to the story on television. So, I'm here reviewing episodes 2.3 and 2.5, but not 2.4.
Paul LevinsonPublished 8 months ago in FuturismReview of 'Foundation' 2.6
Well, I thought Foundation 2.6 was one of the best episodes in the Apple+ TV series so far. Here's why: [Spoilers ahead ... ]
Paul LevinsonPublished 8 months ago in FuturismPhantom Shift- Limits of Our Vision
This is Part Five in a series. You can read Parts One, Two, Three, and Four here. 09:15 pm, Georgetown The sterile smell of latex and disinfectant hung in the air as the paramedics wheeled Alexis into the emergency room. She could smell it in her waking dream state. She could feel the gurney shake back and forth as it bumped its way down the hall. The world was black, her head was pounding, and her ears were ringing, but she was alive. Time was a flat circle again.
Atomic HistorianPublished 8 months ago in FuturismReview of 'Outlander' 7.8
[Spoilers ahead ... ] Outlander 7.8, the midseason finale, was superb on many levels. First and foremost, it amply continued what was clear in the previous episode 7.7: it provided a vivid example of the insanity of war. Those Battles of Saratoga brought home the sheer depravity of war. Jamie is almost killed in the first battle. He almost kills his son in the second battle. Characters that we got to know at least a bit and liked are shot down like blades of grass being mowed. There's always a discrepancy between the nobility and the insanity of war -- the wanton killing of people. And watching these battles unfold on the screen was almost enough to make me a pacifist. But I always also think about Bertrand Russell, a dedicated pacifist until Hitler and the Nazis changed his mind.
Paul LevinsonPublished 8 months ago in Futurism