Post by thomasallencummins on Apr 5, 2007 8:03:34 GMT -5
Lost in Space is a show that is a bit polarizing. Most sci fi fans turn their noses up at the adventures of the Robinson family. Too ridiculous. Too silly. I submit that the show ultimately became that but didn't start that way. If you've seen either of the two pilot episodes (especially the second which is truer to the actual concept of the show) you see an interesting, crafty story that at its genesis seemed a bit bleak. After a season or more LS began to focus a little too much on Dr. Smith, Wil and the Robot. As a kid, I loved the Robot! So cool. At the time I didn't know it but the "Lost" part of Lost in Space was fast becoming the integrity of its direction. By the end we were assaulted by humanoid carrots running about yelling "I need moisture. I must have moisture!" As a direct adversary to Star Trek, Lost in Space doesn't come close, but there is more action and adventure to be had than I believe most people think. "Crush, Kill, Destroy!" The guest appearance of "Robbie the Robot" from Forbidden planet was cool. I liked and still like Lost in Space. I don't however have good feelings about the movie of a few years ago. Great soundtrack. Occasionally impressive special effects. Outside of the fact that it was titled Lost in Space and the fact that the Robot's voice must have been the same guy from the original series, I never felt as though I was watching the same story unfold. I enjoyed LS the movie but not as a re make.
