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Don't Panic!

I enjoyed the movie "Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy". I've been a big fan of the original TV Series (and books) for a number of years. In the movie, some of the subtle British, specifically Douglas Adams, humor has been replaced by "Hollywood Obvious" but the movie is still enjoyable. It was weird at first, knowing the exact lines in the beginning but that didn't last long as the story line wandered away from the familiar, which allows experienced and new viewers a chance to see and hear new things. I also enjoyed the tributes to the original TV series. Simon Jones (original Arthur) did the voice of the narrator (his father, Peter Jones was the original voice of the book) and the prerecorded message from the (closed) planet Magrathea. During a later rescue scene, the original robot, Marvin, was standing in the que. Nice touches.

Something else I picked up watching the credits: Individuals can and DO make a difference in the entertainment industry too. Douglas Adams wrote the original stories. Jim Henson Company did many of the creatures and special effects and Abby Road Studios (where Sir Edward Elgar recorded some of his most celebrated compositions) recorded some of the soundtrack.

Anyway, the movie was fun.

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posted by Kev @ 4/30/2005 02:21:00 AM