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"The arc you described reminds my of Lost in Space: S1, b&w, serious; S2, color, campy; S3, more serious.
That arc struck a number of shows at the time. Most folks don't remember that the Bat-craze lasted for only about a year before it burned…"
That arc struck a number of shows at the time. Most folks don't remember that the Bat-craze lasted for only about a year before it burned…"
"Doc mentioned what I was going to add, about The Wild, WIld West falling victim to the Bat-craze and becoming campy in its later seasons. It really takes effect about half-way through season two. I don't recall if the show got more serious in the…"
"Aye, one knew something was up when Guy Williams was added to the opening credits of Bonanza. He was, indeed, planned to be Pernell Roberts' replacement. Mr. Roberts had been insisting that the current, fifth, season was his last. The two-episode…"
"Fun fact: GCD says Batman receives official police sanction in this story.
Here's the scene from "The People Vs. the Batman":
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Here's the scene from "The People Vs. the Batman":
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"When our son, Rick, turned sixteen, his biological father wanted to buy him a car---one of the rare times he tried to insert himself into our lives---on the illogical reason that "He's sixteen---he should have a car." I said no. If Rick wanted a…"
" Now we've got someone being killed because he didn't want to share his fries.
I've long believed that the reason for the outbreak of terrible violence in America, over petty issues, stems for the indulgent parenting over the couple of generations. …"
I've long believed that the reason for the outbreak of terrible violence in America, over petty issues, stems for the indulgent parenting over the couple of generations. …"
"You can chalk that up to the first season's direction by Peter Tewksbury. His vision of the show was distinctive, and the other seasons, while often excellent, never quite matched the first. As I mentioned, unfortunately, Mr. Tewksbury had a habit…"
"That's spot-on, and there were times when it grated me, too. Fortunately, Robbie was like that only when he was the middle son. When he became the eldest son, after Mike got married and moved away, Robbie grew into a more mature character---more…"
"We just finished watching "The Pencil Pusher" (My Three Sons, S2 E27). We watched it together, without me having screened it first, because we both trust your judgement. Tracy said that was a good episode for her to watch because it reminded her of…"
"In addition to the joined-at-the-hip problem with Speedy, the Green Arrow backup stories had really gone out of their way to imitate Batman. He had an arrowcar and an arrowcave! These things probably worked against GA.
I think I’ve said before that…"
I think I’ve said before that…"
"Honestly, between Green Lantern and Martian Manhunter, they might have just decided there was enough green on the team alreadyBut whatever they based their decision on, it didn't take long for them to reverse it! "
"If I had to guess (I do not, but I am going to anyway) Green Arrow was not considered a natural fit for the JLA initially because:1. He had no powers, and it was already a stretch to have Batman there.2. He wasn't miles away, character-concept wise,…"
"Your welcome. The price of Marvel's cross-book continuity was occasional glitches like that.
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"As I mentioned in my article, this was Rick Jones' swan song in the title. Curiously, Rick didn't just disappear without explanation. There was a reason stated for his leaving, but due to a bizarre mix-up in publishing timing . . . let's just say,…"
"MY THREE SONS: Tracy never did warm up to "those loud boys." When I received the "Season One, Part Two" DVD set in the mail, she asked, "How many more of those do you plan to order?" None, I guess. :(
I'm sorry to hear that Tracy didn't care for the…"
I'm sorry to hear that Tracy didn't care for the…"
"Now I'm remembering my first exposure to Rick Jones was "Four Against the Minotaur", the first Kookie Quartet era Avengers stories. I was quite baffled by this kid hanging around wondering why he wasn't getting into the Avengers like the newbies.
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Ah, that makes sense. I've seen some unfinished blog entries from Figs that said in caps at the top, "JUST A DRAFT, MODS, DO NOT APPROVE" or something to that effect. It's an inelegant system, but as far as I can tell. it's the best anyone's come up with so far.
Regardless, I'm glad it wasn't causing frustration or extra work on your end.
Commander, I'm not sure what's going on; I've approved your Archive Deck Log Entry #37 twice now, and it hasn't shown up on the front page either time. I'm going to discuss it with the other mods; I might be doing something wrong. But I'm not sure how, exactly, I can screw up hitting "Approve."
But if you don't see it, and put it up again, I'm going to let one of the other mods approve it, and see if I can learn what, if anything, I'm missing here. Sorry for the delay!
P.S. I'm going to send this on to you as an individual message, too, so you don't miss it, but I've got to "friend" you first.
Commander:
Just bopping around the Board this morning, I ran across a comment you made to Philip Portelli earlier this month:
Sometimes I wonder if anybody ever reads my stuff, so it's always nice when I get a comment or a "like".
Made me feel a teensy bit guilty (not that you intended that). I don't read every word on every thread, but I always read what you have to say in any thread I'm in, and I'm more likely to peek in on a new thread if I see you've posted there. And I always read the Deck Log.
Your comments and articles are consistently well researched, well written, interesting and (when thats your goal) entertaining. Since most of my available Board time is at the office (SHHH, don't tell anybody!) I don't often post unless I have something to say -- which, most of the time, means I have something silly to say -- but I am reading and enjoying.
Oh ... and "color" doesn't have a "u" in it. :)
Darin
Commander,
Actually we should all be thanking you for the research, enjoyment and knowledge you provide!
"Happy I read your stuff", I've gone through your archives! The way you combine Silver Age comics with the events of the time plus your background creates a real learning experience!
Should you ever print your columns in book form, you have one guarantee sale!
Again with much thanks and respect!
Philip
Thank you, Commander. I was thinking about Percy's "origin" story as proof but you're right about what people want to believe. If Marvel puts out a story that states Percy was gay, fine. My point was Stan's intent at the time.
Again informative and timely,
Much thanks,
Philip
Commander,
Over at the "Alan Scott is DC's Gay Hero", there is some discussion on whether Pinky Pinkerton of the Howling Commandos was always meant to be gay, not merely picked by fans as was Element Lad. It seems like there is the assumption that Stan Lee did this deliberately. I am in disagreement of this. If you can, could you please comment on this? Your knowledge is appreciated. Also I mentioned that, in the Silver Age, most of the Justice Society were not established as being married.
These are minor points, to be sure but if you want to add anything, it would be most welcomed.
Respectfully,
Philip Portelli
Hi - not sure if I'm posting this comment for Commander Benson in the write location, but - yes - if you could scan some pages, that would be phenomenal!!! I am very grateful for the tenaciousness and loyalty of this group....
Fond regards, Sandi Charton
Commander, I have always respected your style and manner, and have enjoyed disagreeing with you on any (infrequent) points of contention we have had - so you can certainly believe that I have immensely appreciated your Deck Logs. If you are posting them elsewhere, I will continue to enjoy them.
But it's just time for me to be gone from the Captain Comics board. I receive no replies or conversation from Cap anymore, and my unceremonious dumping as an administrator left a bad taste in my mouth... and the subsequent situation has done nothing to make me feel any better.
If I do not get the opportunity to communicate with you again, let me assure you that you have my greatest respect and admiration, and I wish you and yours the very best.
I remain,
Sincerely,
Eric L. Sofer
The Silver Age Fogey
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