Don’t worry, fellow SGU fans, I haven’t forgotten about you guys or the show!
Due to Mondays being a complete war zone on my DVR and TV, plus my job going into the 8 o’clock hour on that night, my review was delayed. SyFy moving the show to Monday nights did not receive a big whoop from me and now you can see why. So without further adieu, let’s discuss the beginning of the end of SGU.
The return of Stargate Universe was a bittersweet experience, which possibly impaired my judgment on this week’s episode. As I stated in my review for the fall finale, this SGU story didn’t click with me at all in the grand scheme of things. The return of Telford and the seed ship was a huge plus, but I was highly left unimpressed when the cliffhanger was presented because I knew the crew would make it out in the end. After watching “Deliverance”, my attitude towards “Resurgence” still remains the same and, in some respects, solidified my original statement on the two part story as a whole.
We didn’t learn anything new during the duress on Destiny and the episodes only play as a standard crisis of a week situation. The major plot points within the two episodes are minor within the entire narrative of the series and should’ve had a better base to accommodate their importance. In short, the episodes weren’t epic in the tradition of last year’s finale or midseason finale and didn’t leave anyone talking about what could happen next. Sadly, the only thing about SGU that was mentioned during hiatus was the show’s cancellation and the ramifications that followed.
Be that as it may, the major plot points that came out of “Deliverance” were pretty notable despite being muted by all the noise around them. First up is the explosion of the seed ship, which was a shame given that since the hostility of the Ursini was designated null and void, they could’ve helped the crew get home. Despite that fact, Rush is probably happy as hell to not have to worry about that nuisance again. But he has more to worry about soon… Second, Chloe is technically not a danger anymore and finally has something to do than grope Lt. Scott when he needs it. Wonder what the B.A.G. wanted with her? Did she incidentally give them information on the Destiny? Was she just a vessel to collect information? If so, then that would be pretty wild, but I can’t ignore the issue of Rush being spared in the procedure?
Now will Chloe’s newfound knowledge (given to her by the Blue Alien Group) pit her against Eli, Rush’s other partner in science? I can see plenty happening there. Also, will Chloe be more tight lipped about Rush’s shenanigans than Eli is at the moment? Plus, I’m glad Lt. Scott admitted to his fear about Chloe’s condition and moving past that obstacle. I just wish he had of admitted while she was being transformed. I mean he did in so many ways, but he never came to terms with it. At least not in my eyes, that is. The guy has come a long way and I’m sure he’s got a lot of good things heading his way.
All in all, “Deliverance” was a good episode in SGU canon, but as a midseason premiere, I was disappointed a little. Now, the next two episodes are amazing and I will have information on those later. With that said, it makes you wish like hell that SyFy had of waited till this summer to make an announcement about SGU, because things sound like they will get even better as the show heads toward its premature conclusion.
Sigh…
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In terms of the Stargate franchise, this series is a letdown. That said, I have grown to like the series alot, I just accepted it as a separate sci-fi show, I didn't like the BSG series, glad that SGU seems to be getting less BSG like, hopefully the personal drama will stay in the backgraound. You are correct that it is to bad it got cancelled before this run, IF ONLY THERE WERE A SCI-FI STATION THAT WOULD RUN SHOWS LIKE THIS. Yes, Sci-Fi/SYFY sucks, they should change name back to Sci-Fi and stick to sci-fi shows and movies, are you listening new NBC. Hopefully they don't screw up/cancel Eureka or WH13 and Merlin.
I have to say that I enjoyed this episode very much, despite barely remembering what had happened during the previous one. Some of the best moments of “Deliverance” were with Rush finally learning how to manipulate his subordinates with something other than insults. “No offense to them, but I need to know my best men are on it.” After an entire season of seeing the worst in Rush, it’s hysterical watching his shipmates scratching their heads at the “new” Rush.
I’m going to be sorry to see this series go.
I think it's a fair review. I think if this weren't a mid season break two parter there might not have been the disappointment. I loved the episode for all the things that were coming together. Not the immediate plot danger but how they were coming together as a group to face it. Also Chloe was totally willing to put herself at risk for the crew and not judge Young for asking her to do it. I think she's always had that type maturity.
Some minor quirky points.
-I think there is sexual equality between Matt and Chloe, so she may well be groping him when SHE needs it. In fact it seem to start off that she was using him but now she really cares him.
-B.A.G. was a little confusing because in Gateworld, there is a background character that people labeled Balding Asian Guy and had a campaign to save him when he was left on the Faith planet.
I know this sounds weird but I really, really, really hope that Rush has some ulterior motive, because in my opinion what he told Chloe was just silly. Rush was a good, or rather an entertaining and interesting character because he acted like the mad scientist we all know and love. If it turns out that he suddenly has a complete character change in between scenes I think it will be a huge letdown to Rush fans. We don't need or want another 2-dimensional hero like Scott. (with all due respect)
WHY? WHY? Why cancel SGU? It was just getting good! I cannot live without it! NOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Sorry, little over reaction there.
Thanks for the Review Mark, you did a good job as always, but in my opinion you should go back to recapping. Whenever I miss something I really like to hear your explanation, especially because I can't find some of the episodes on the internet. TY!
SCIFIDRAGON!!!!
Sorry, no association with SYFY. Please don't sue me. :)