ix312@sdcc6.UUCP (ix312) (03/21/86)
Hi guys, I got a question for you. Recently I got into a discussion with some friends about science fiction TV shows. We were comparing American shows with those from other English speaking countries. I, of course, made some points very well (strike that, very loudly and decidedly), and now I am trying to get some facts to back them up. What I need is a list of shows and a brief synopsis of each. I would prefer outlines of only the more obscure shows. (I've seen Star Trek and Doctor Who). If you have any opinions on what made a show particularly good or bad I'd really like to hear about that too (this includes Star Trek, Doctor Who, etc.), and, of course, any feelings about the differences between products of various countries. Two of the less well known shows that we spent a good deal of time talking about were UFO (anyone remember SHADO?), and Star Lost (which I can only barely remember). Also, no one else seems to have heard of Saphire and Steel, (British, I believe.) I can't believe I made it up. It starred David McCallum (not sure of that spelling) from The Man From UNCLE series. Any info? So, what I'd like from you guys are facts and opinions. It doesn't matter how obscure the show was, though I would like to know how much of an audience it was available to, (was it nationwide or just just available in northern Alaska, did it last one eposide, half a season, etc.?). Thanks muchly, ME (= Soda) (I know I'm entitled to my own opinion; it's my constant assumption that everyone else is entitled to it also that keeps getting me into trouble.) P.S. You can either mail responses to me, or if you're making a big point and want to post it feel free. I'll get it either way.