Actually, archeological evidence indicates that Israelite communities were more monotheistic than the surrounding Canaanite villages discovered. It was very interesting to read about that, and how ancient societies would regard child sacrifice. Especially in relation to the Binding of Isaac, or Akedah.

One aspect of the Flood story, regardless of origin, is just the fact that several societies have a Flood epic. It would have been interesting to me to explore the different facets from each story, Gilgamesh, there is a Hindu story, a Greek one, and several others (don't have the book in front of me, so I don't have the specific story names).

This is one movie that I may not agree with, but am glad it was made. I have often wondered if the biblical epic style movies, like Ten Commandments or Ben-Hur, could be made in the modern age,  and it is nice to see that it is possible.

I have as much of a dog in this fight as I do in British politics, but these are some fun images of Rocket and Groot that I felt like sharing:

My favorite:

Ok, you can go back to your lives, citizens

A bump because of reasons.

Actually, on a LOTR fan forum a poster who is doing research and writing a book regarding the Hobbit films is looking for opinions from those who DO NOT like the Hobbit films. I will post the questions here, as well relevant forum information. I have offered to relay any answers if you don't want to add to your list of forum registrations. Feel free to PM me the answers.

1. Who would you say portrayed their character the best in this series and why? (This is not to say their character was or was not nearest to the book, I simply want to know which actor you feel fit best into their role and why)

2. Play devil's advocate. Choose what you think Peter Jackson's biggest mistake was up to this point and defend his decision. Then tell me as an audience member, why you don't like it.

Finally, 3. Two of the most iconic scenes/conversations in the books were "Riddles in the Dark" and "Inside Information." Explain how Bilbo's conversations with Gollum and Smaug in the films enhanced (or didn't) the story and what these scenes did (or didn't do) for these characters.

Forum information: http://newboards.theonering.net/forum/g … 25;#767925

Poster's website: http://shelliekennedy.com/

There is no obligation for anyone here, but I thought we might be able to help with some quick research

Welcome back!

Since I don't have a BDA or screwball image to post here.

For me (and I am always worried about ripping people off, intentionally or unintentionally) that does not sound like a concept I've heard before. Or, rather, a concept that is common enough to have it be something that would sound like you ripped it off.

The concept of a living ship is not new, but that idea sounds a little more fresh, to me. The only thing I can think of that it reminds me of is the Hunters from Halo. They are not a mold but a worm like creature that can form together to create larger creatures to do specific tasks.

That's my two cents. It may help to hit TV Tropes and look at living ships and see if anything sounds familiar. Link: http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/LivingShip

Well, it seems that he tried to capitalize on "The Twist" that worked in "6th Sense." I thought he was doing pretty good with "Unbreakable" and "The Village" but that was really the last of his work that I found interesting or engaging.

I would agree that Shamaylan may have had more of a lucky streak, and depended too much on the one type of filming trick, causing a quick fizzle.

Thanks to red for that. Yeah, i didn't think it was a real panel, but it was one of this things were it was silly enough to be real.

Also, I like that panel because it is much more interesting take on the Predators view against the Xenomorphs.

Let it go?

Have I mentioned had good the actors are in this? Because, personally, I know people complain about working with children, but I really like their performances. Niken especially, gives a great death scene.

Can anyone fabricate a Oscar looking thing for them?

Dave, I like the pacing of the last cut, but the cuts of Straya walking don't feel connected to me, if that makes sense. I wish I had a better term for it, but that's how it looks to me.

Please, someone professional save me from my amateur hour.

Well, I've always heard (or started the rumor) that if you are in the LA area, and show up with doughnuts on recording day, you can run the show.

So, now there is candy. In LA...just my luck.

Survivor has been going for how many years?

Concept is neat. Could be interesting.