***Official*** Heroes Thread (1 Viewer)

[scoobygang]

I said this in "The Nine" thread: I think TV critics missed the boat this season - and underrated "Heroes" and overrated The Nine.

I think it's an open question. After just the pilot's I would have rated The Nine as better than Heroes. Of course, most critics see at least the first four episodes, and by now it's become clear that The Nine's concept isn't particularly engaging.But I do think that The Nine is "better crafted" than Heroes. I like the concept of Heroes a lot. And because we don't have a real comic influenced show on right now, I don't particularly care that it's stealing concepts from just about every successful comic book, sci fi novel, or genre television show ever. I do think that, much like Lost, the premise is far stronger than the execution on Heroes. But Heroes is unapologetic pulp, so it's easy to overlook that. For instance, Heroes is every bit as cliched as Friday Night Lights, but FNL's cliches stand out more in the more "realistic" setting of the show.

 

[The Duff Man]

Is that picture of Hiro from next week's preview? I watched the episode again and you can't see anything on the sword hilt, it is too dark.

 

[aardball44]

I said this in "The Nine" thread: I think TV critics missed the boat this season - and underrated "Heroes" and overrated The Nine.

I think it's an open question. After just the pilot's I would have rated The Nine as better than Heroes. Of course, most critics see at least the first four episodes, and by now it's become clear that The Nine's concept isn't particularly engaging.But I do think that The Nine is "better crafted" than Heroes. I like the concept of Heroes a lot. And because we don't have a real comic influenced show on right now, I don't particularly care that it's stealing concepts from just about every successful comic book, sci fi novel, or genre television show ever. I do think that, much like Lost, the premise is far stronger than the execution on Heroes. But Heroes is unapologetic pulp, so it's easy to overlook that. For instance, Heroes is every bit as cliched as Friday Night Lights, but FNL's cliches stand out more in the more "realistic" setting of the show.

I haven't watched FNL at all.Which show has the hotter cheerleaders?

 

[scoobygang]

I haven't watched FNL at all.Which show has the hotter cheerleaders?

Hayden Panetierre is very cute, but the two "lead" female students in FNL are both uber hot.

 

[Statorama]

I haven't watched FNL at all.Which show has the hotter cheerleaders?

Hayden Panetierre is very cute, but the two "lead" female students in FNL are both uber hot.

Amen brother. "Foxes!"

 

[bigbottom]

I said this in "The Nine" thread: I think TV critics missed the boat this season - and underrated "Heroes" and overrated The Nine.

I think it's an open question. After just the pilot's I would have rated The Nine as better than Heroes. Of course, most critics see at least the first four episodes, and by now it's become clear that The Nine's concept isn't particularly engaging.But I do think that The Nine is "better crafted" than Heroes. I like the concept of Heroes a lot. And because we don't have a real comic influenced show on right now, I don't particularly care that it's stealing concepts from just about every successful comic book, sci fi novel, or genre television show ever. I do think that, much like Lost, the premise is far stronger than the execution on Heroes. But Heroes is unapologetic pulp, so it's easy to overlook that. For instance, Heroes is every bit as cliched as Friday Night Lights, but FNL's cliches stand out more in the more "realistic" setting of the show.

Interesting take. I'm not a comic fan, so I don't really recognize that Heroes is largely comprised of retread and cliche in the comic world. In that sense, I guess I'm part of the "mainstream," which makes up most of the major network audience. But it also seems that comic fans seem to be enjoying the series as well.

 

[aardball44]

I said this in "The Nine" thread: I think TV critics missed the boat this season - and underrated "Heroes" and overrated The Nine.

I think it's an open question. After just the pilot's I would have rated The Nine as better than Heroes. Of course, most critics see at least the first four episodes, and by now it's become clear that The Nine's concept isn't particularly engaging.But I do think that The Nine is "better crafted" than Heroes. I like the concept of Heroes a lot. And because we don't have a real comic influenced show on right now, I don't particularly care that it's stealing concepts from just about every successful comic book, sci fi novel, or genre television show ever. I do think that, much like Lost, the premise is far stronger than the execution on Heroes. But Heroes is unapologetic pulp, so it's easy to overlook that. For instance, Heroes is every bit as cliched as Friday Night Lights, but FNL's cliches stand out more in the more "realistic" setting of the show.

Interesting take. I'm not a comic fan, so I don't really recognize that Heroes is largely comprised of retread and cliche in the comic world. In that sense, I guess I'm part of the "mainstream," which makes up most of the major network audience. But it also seems that comic fans seem to be enjoying the series as well.

The show's creator was not a comic book reader. I hear he sat down with his comic book friends and brainstormed superpowers with them. He'd say something like, "Hey, how about a guy who can control metal and magnetic forces?" and they would all laugh and tell him about Magneto. He'd and try again.

 

[iamsmilin]

A couple thoughts on Issac.1) Did he paint the comic book while high? Maybe he did, but it didn't seem like it. If not, that demonstrates he can see the future without shooting up first2) He told Simone that he sketched the pic of her & Peter under the umbella weeks ago, but if I recall, he started sketching it after she broke up with him

1. Don't know.2. I thought he said seven weeks ago.

1. I don't know, but he doesn't know the comic is true. He just knows the paintings are. I think he can do it without the drugs. It's easier with the drugs cuz it taps into his unconcious.

 

[Usual21]

I found this picture on another message board. Interesting.

Love the show. Let me in on the secret of the symbol on what appears to be Hiro's sword. Not into Japanese hiro-glyphics. (pun intended)

We don't really know what the symbol means. So far it has appeared on the following:* mysterious black dudes necklace

* Niki's shoulder, as a tatoo (although it might only show up when she is her alter-ego)

* Hiro's sword from the future

I am probably missing a few other instances.

The half-helix symbol is also the logo for the comic book company that Isaac draws for and that Micah was reading. The comic is called 9th Wonders. You can see the top part of the cover at www.9thwonders.com

 

[Foosball God]

I said this in "The Nine" thread: I think TV critics missed the boat this season - and underrated "Heroes" and overrated The Nine.

I think it's an open question. After just the pilot's I would have rated The Nine as better than Heroes. Of course, most critics see at least the first four episodes, and by now it's become clear that The Nine's concept isn't particularly engaging.But I do think that The Nine is "better crafted" than Heroes. I like the concept of Heroes a lot. And because we don't have a real comic influenced show on right now, I don't particularly care that it's stealing concepts from just about every successful comic book, sci fi novel, or genre television show ever. I do think that, much like Lost, the premise is far stronger than the execution on Heroes. But Heroes is unapologetic pulp, so it's easy to overlook that. For instance, Heroes is every bit as cliched as Friday Night Lights, but FNL's cliches stand out more in the more "realistic" setting of the show.

Interesting take. I'm not a comic fan, so I don't really recognize that Heroes is largely comprised of retread and cliche in the comic world. In that sense, I guess I'm part of the "mainstream," which makes up most of the major network audience. But it also seems that comic fans seem to be enjoying the series as well.

The show's creator was not a comic book reader. I hear he sat down with his comic book friends and brainstormed superpowers with them. He'd say something like, "Hey, how about a guy who can control metal and magnetic forces?" and they would all laugh and tell him about Magneto. He'd and try again.

Exactly. There is nothing they could have come up with where some comic book geek wouldn't say oh it's just a combination of this guy and that guy. Might as well just embrace the genre and take the best parts for your show.

 

[Jobber]

Does anyone know where I can download previous episodes? NBC's Heroes download site requires a particluar Intel CPU type which I don't have (more proof that Intel is the devil).

Optimally, I'd like to rip them to DVD so I can watch them on my TV. TIA.

 

[GregStarling]

For those of you wondering the song they played more of on Monday is by a band called Rogue Wave and the song is Eyes. I have not been able to find it for download though as they are in indie group.

http://muzakforcybernetics.blogspot.com/20...-wave-eyes.html

 

[Worm]

Missed Monday's show so had to catch the replay last night. What a great show.

 

[Mario Kart]

Does anyone know where I can download previous episodes? NBC's Heroes download site requires a particluar Intel CPU type which I don't have (more proof that Intel is the devil). Optimally, I'd like to rip them to DVD so I can watch them on my TV. TIA.

www.isohunt.com

 

[EYLive]

They're having a Heroes 3 episode marathon on Sunday. I'll be there

 

[The Duff Man]

They're having a Heroes 3 episode marathon on Sunday. I'll be there

 

[Steve in Minneapolis]

some very interesting teasers at the end of the 'marathon. tonight...including two possible new characters:

1) a guy in a jail suit that is making a glass of water boil

2) a blonde with cropped hair, standing in front of something on fire, that I don't remember seeing before...?

Very excited for the next episode...

 

[Steve in Minneapolis]

I was just checking the NBC site, and the characters pages all have links to a write-up about them, and a short video clip. The cheerleaders page has a hidden link to her MySpace page. Under favorite movies she lists 'Unbreakable'.

 

[Alias]

I was just checking the NBC site, and the characters pages all have links to a write-up about them, and a short video clip. The cheerleaders page has a hidden link to her MySpace page. Under favorite movies she lists 'Unbreakable'.

Posty gets around, he's like the 5th comment there...

 

[Worm]

I was just checking the NBC site, and the characters pages all have links to a write-up about them, and a short video clip. The cheerleaders page has a hidden link to her MySpace page. Under favorite movies she lists 'Unbreakable'.

hey,claire you dont know me but im a little kid named alex who cant even miss the ffirst word of an episode and if i do i watch it online sojust wanted to say hi , bye the way i cant beleive your doin that whole car crash thing to that rapist lol...go claire

lol awesome lol

 

[snogger]

I was just checking the NBC site, and the characters pages all have links to a write-up about them, and a short video clip. The cheerleaders page has a hidden link to her MySpace page. Under favorite movies she lists 'Unbreakable'.

hey,claire you dont know me but im a little kid named alex who cant even miss the ffirst word of an episode and if i do i watch it online sojust wanted to say hi , bye the way i cant beleive your doin that whole car crash thing to that rapist lol...go claire

lol awesome lol

@l3X is going to have a rude awaken when he realizes T.V. <> Reality.Until then...

 

[Idiot Boxer]

Heros: My Dad

 

[(HULK)]

So, if you watched the upcoming weeks preview clip that they showed at the end of the marathon, you might have noticed who was with the Horn Rimmed Glasses guy when he went to ask the Artist for help.

It was the shorthaired chick that's been hanging around Mohinder. It looks like the "she's a spy" speculation is on point.

 

[(HULK)]

See the full video of Hiro's and Peter's conversation HERE!

Of course, it is spoilerific. Its the first 2 minutes of tonights episode.

ETA: There are several clips from tonights show available.

 

[malice]

I said this in "The Nine" thread: I think TV critics missed the boat this season - and underrated "Heroes" and overrated The Nine.

I think it's an open question. After just the pilot's I would have rated The Nine as better than Heroes. Of course, most critics see at least the first four episodes, and by now it's become clear that The Nine's concept isn't particularly engaging.But I do think that The Nine is "better crafted" than Heroes. I like the concept of Heroes a lot. And because we don't have a real comic influenced show on right now, I don't particularly care that it's stealing concepts from just about every successful comic book, sci fi novel, or genre television show ever. I do think that, much like Lost, the premise is far stronger than the execution on Heroes. But Heroes is unapologetic pulp, so it's easy to overlook that. For instance, Heroes is every bit as cliched as Friday Night Lights, but FNL's cliches stand out more in the more "realistic" setting of the show.

Stargate:SG-1 has been stealing concepts for the past 4 seasons or so.

 

[Gatorman]

I think the shorthaired chick is Sylar. IMHO.

 

[Foosball God]

I think the shorthaired chick is Sylar. IMHO.

She has a rather husky telephone voice then.

 

[Meatwad]

I think the shorthaired chick is Sylar. IMHO.

Isn't the voice of Sylar male on the answering machine?

 

[Gatorman]

I think the shorthaired chick is Sylar. IMHO.

She has a rather husky telephone voice then.

we are unsure as to what Sylars powers are. Changing into a chick may be possible.

 

[Mario Kart]

Awesome beginning.

 

[NCCommish]

Have to admit this show is sucking me in a bit.

 

[Sundays Rule]

Peters power is the best...now using isaacs power to finish his painting.

 

[aardball44]

The cheerleader's dad should've offed the QB.

 

[Mario Kart]

Brodie =

 

[aardball44]

What a great show!

Best cliffhangers ever.

 

[Mario Kart]

DL = Kitty Pryde =

The story between Hiro and Peter is warming up nicely.

 

[Sundays Rule]

DL=Kitty Pryde

 

[Sundays Rule]

DL = Kitty Pryde = The story between Hiro and Peter is warming up nicely.

Beat me to it...this show is more and more like x-men every week.

 

[aardball44]

Did DL go through the wall, or was he the wall?

 

[Sundays Rule]

Some of the message boards has labeled Micah as being like Forge from X-Men. I can see that....the brilliant ability to make all kinds of inventions out of anything.

 

[Sundays Rule]

If any of you guys go to the heroes website you can read Hiros blog...he talks about how hes not able to hold time still for more than 20 seconds...so hes still developing.

 

[Mario Kart]

I liked this episode a lot. We did not see any of the Simone chick which was a good thing because, after watching this episode, she inhibits movement to a point.

Mohinder was not stuck in his apartment clawing over crap his neighbor chick keeps wanting him to do. Mohinder is a good character but we have not seen him out of his apartment much.

We did not see much of Claire but the parts we did see were good. Her dads friend OWNED the QB. I think Claire knows more about her dad then we are led to believe. Or, it could be simple teenage growth as well.

 

[Sundays Rule]

I just love the connections on this show...i love how its ends with Peter giving Hiro the message he recieved from Hiros future self.

 

[Mario Kart]

I just love the connections on this show...i love how its ends with Peter giving Hiro the message he recieved from Hiros future self.

I dont think they are using cliches at all but it was funny to see Hiro's friend show up at Nikki's house... Does Isaac's power = Peter's power????

 

[Sundays Rule]

I just love the connections on this show...i love how its ends with Peter giving Hiro the message he recieved from Hiros future self.

I dont think they are using cliches at all but it was funny to see Hiro's friend show up at Nikki's house... Does Isaac's power = Peter's power????

I have to believe there more to Isaacs power...i cant believe he has to take Heroin just to use it. Im guessing with time he can being to see the future minus painting and drugs.

 

[Sundays Rule]

Im even willing to bet Mohinder shows some signs of superhuman powers in coming episodes.

 

[Mario Kart]

I just love the connections on this show...i love how its ends with Peter giving Hiro the message he recieved from Hiros future self.

I dont think they are using cliches at all but it was funny to see Hiro's friend show up at Nikki's house... Does Isaac's power = Peter's power????

I have to believe there more to Isaacs power...i cant believe he has to take Heroin just to use it. Im guessing with time he can being to see the future minus painting and drugs.

Yeah, I could see that. And, I think if each character knew with confidence that they had a power they are better off using it. Isaac has been in denial of his because he has not been given reinforcement of it until Peter gave him some reinforcement. Than, seeing Peter use his that opened up Isaac's eyes a bit more as he seemed calmer after it.Nathan has known of his power for some time and has used it before and it appeared he has more control over it compared to the others we know. He is a little cocky about it but confident nonetheless.

 

[Sundays Rule]

My thoughts are that Sylar has some kind of debilitating disease thats slowly killing him ala that disease Cable had and he needs Claires Wolvie-like healing abilities to keep himself alive and possibly immortal, thus leading to that catastrophic NYC blast.

 

[Mario Kart]

My thoughts are that Sylar has some kind of debilitating disease thats slowly killing him ala that disease Cable had and he needs Claires Wolvie-like healing abilities to keep himself alive and possibly immortal, thus leading to that catastrophic NYC blast.

Similar to the X-Men movie with Rogue helping Magneto gain power. But even more similar to Lord Voldermort trying to capture the Philosopher's Stone.

 

[Sundays Rule]

As for ripping off of comics...when u do a show about superpowered humans...its impossible not to. everything has been done to death in the comic book world and stories always get recycled and rehashed so its inevitable that this show in essence rips straight from the comics, its hard to come up with original powers that havent been done before.