2y ago

New Clip From Babylon 5 Animated Film Emphasizes the Perils of Phasing

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I'm really looking forward to this, weird as it will be to have so many recast roles.

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I just wanna hear "Ah, Garibaldi" again I feel bad for Londo
- What got my attention is that Sinclair is apparently in this in some capacity - I always liked him.
  
  Yeah, when they first changed to Sheridan I didn't like him a ton, but over time I grew to love him
It’s interesting that this is only available as a purchase rather than through a streamer. Seems like WB is trying to build demand for a new live action product.
I was surprised how much I enjoyed hearing Bruce Boxleitner’s voice in the promo clip. Having him join in the second season of Babylon 5 really saved the show for me. I’m curious to see where this leads, if they will transition with newer younger characters and if B5 can morph into a more viable franchise.
(I found Michael O’Hare’s performance in season one unbearable despite a strong pilot. Knowing his health issues, explains it, but he still pulled down the excellent efforts of all those around him. I still skip most of the season on rewatch.)
- I think O'Hare was pretty great in the role, but the role was very...unconventional for a leading man on a sci-fi show. Like Picard with a death wish.
  
  Definitely a different perspective. I get the sense that this is one of those situations where viewer reactions can be quite polarized.
  BTW I liked the role, and was very much looking forward to the show after the original pilot aired with the original first officer. I just didn’t find O’Hare’s acting in the actual show met the standard they were looking for.
I swear, Phil LaMarr is a vocal chameleon.

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