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Photo-Op with Helo and Chief


Photo-op with Tahmoh Penikett and Aaron Douglas of Battlestar Galactica. Taken at the Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo on April 24th, 2010.

TV

Battlestar Galactica Series Review
Rage Against the Machines

You'd be hard pressed to find a TV show with a name that sounds geekier than Battlestar Galactica. Yet, despite what it may appear to be, it is actually a show about political and social issues disguised as a science-fiction geekfest. It also boasts a large cast of characters who all have more than their share of demons. Chris Dahlen of the AV Club said it best: "People watch 24 to see Jack Bauer torture the bad guys; I watch Battlestar Galactica to see the characters torture themselves."

So instead of actually breaking down the entire Battlestar Galactica series (this should get you started on some of the themes), I'm going to do something different. The following is all based on having seen the entire series.

After the jump, take a look at the "Who Deserves the Most Pity" March Madness-style bracket as well as some unlikely ideas for TV and film spin-offs. SPOILER ALERT