Originally Posted By Darkbeer <a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/chi-tc-tvcolumn-v-1102-1103nov03,0,7062976.story" target="_blank">http://www.chicagotribune.com/...76.story</a> >>Imagine this. At a time of political turmoil, a charismatic, telegenic new leader arrives virtually out of nowhere. He offers a message of hope and reconciliation based on compromise and promises to marshal technology for a better future that will include universal health care. The news media swoons in admiration -- one simpering anchorman even shouts at a reporter who asks a tough question: "Why don't you show some respect?!" The public is likewise smitten, except for a few nut cases who circulate batty rumors on the Internet about the leader's origins and intentions. The leader, undismayed, offers assurances that are soothing, if also just a tiny bit condescending: "Embracing change is never easy." So, does that sound like anyone you know? Oh, wait -- did I mention the leader is secretly a totalitarian space lizard who's come here to eat us?<< As a fan of the original movies and TV series, can't wait for tonight! Should be a fun look, but also has an interesting political spin.....
Originally Posted By mele Yeah, cos a charasmatic leader appearing out of nowhere is such a NEW idea. No writers have ever explored that concept. Good grief.
Originally Posted By RockyMtnMinnie OMG!!!! Obama is Emperor Palpatine!!! How could I not see this before!!! George Lucas tried to warn us and we didn't listen!
Originally Posted By DAR I actually thought Bush was Ponda Baba to Cheney's Dr. Evazan. And if you get that reference congratulations you are a true Star Wars geek.
Originally Posted By BlueDevilSF >>Obama is Emperor Palpatine!!!<< No, no, no. The current Pope is Palpatine.
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Originally Posted By SingleParkPassholder DIANOGAN HERO SANDWICHES Guaranteed to satisfy, whether served as a weekend lunch or an easy weeknight supper. Needed: Nonstick vegetable oil spray 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 large nuna eggs 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (preferably Sullustan) 1/4 cup crushed Fett flakes 3 large garlic cloves, minced 2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/2 teaspoons ground white pepper 3 metric tons of scrap metal, spent computer parts, used weapons magazines, construction materials, coolant fluids and waste byproducts from several hundred thousand Imperial station-dwellers 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 cups smuggler sauce 220 pounds lean ground Skywalker Twins 6 long Bothan or Umbaran rolls, split lengthwise, toasted 1 Wookiee A pinch of Correlian, added to flavor Preheat reactor to 350°F. Spray heavy large baking sheet with nonstick vegetable oil spray. Combine Skywalker Twins, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, chopped fresh parsley, crushed Fettflakes, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground white pepper and salt in large Trash Compactor and mix thoroughly. Using moistened tentacles, shape meat mixture into 1 1/2-inch rounds and place on prepared sheet, spacing evenly. Bake meatballs until just firm to touch and cooked through, about 20 cycles. Bring smuggler sauce to simmer in heavy large saucepan. Add meatballs to sauce and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 15 cycles. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead of next compactor cycle scheduled. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over low reactor before continuing.) Using Trash Compactor, gently press ingredients together. Spoon enough sauce over to coat. Place on rolls over and serve. Looks so good, you won't believe your eyestalk. Happy Eating! And don't forget to tip your monster. Chef 'Noga Crushed Pepper Bar and Grill Death Star I, Detention Level
Originally Posted By RockyMtnMinnie >>>DIANOGAN HERO SANDWICHES<<< IT'S A COOKBOOK!!!! "TO SERVE MAN" IS A COOKBOOK!!!!
Originally Posted By DAR I will say I enjoyed the show last night. How it will compare to the original miniseries remains to be seen, I loved that as a kid. The series that spun off from it not so much.
Originally Posted By Mr X Really, DAR? I was looking forward to it, but it didn't seem all that great to me (the part where she ship became a giant upside down TV set with hot angelic chick saying "don't be afraid" was pretty freakin cool though...I'd hop in her spaceship anyday!).
