Stupid SyFy Poopeyheads

[gateslacker]

 It seems that the Stargate franchise is coming to an end as Syfy has cancelled SGU.


I am not as sad as when they cancelled SG-1 but, still, this show was really, really coming into its own this season and now we will be cut off, likely with a cliffhanger, with all of these dangling plot lines. I know that some folks were put off by the darker tone but I really think most of the problem came from that move to Tuesday nights.

Still, I owe a great deal to Stargate, aside from the 12 or 13 years that I have watched and loved a show that had the Best. Prop. Ever.

It was the very first fandom I ever became involved in and, wow, was that ever fun. I met a great bunch of people online, some of whom I remain friends with to this day. Because of Stargate, I was bitten by the travel bug as I ventured forth to Vancouver for Gatecon, my first ever scifi convention, my first trip out of the country, and my first meeting of those kindred spirits I met online. I had so much fun that I did it again the following year, even managing to snag a set tour in the process. 

I really don't think I'd be as computer savvy as I am if it hadn't been for Stargate, though that isn't saying much. I didn't come into the show from the beginning (No showtime, you see) and I remember searching for and downloading these horrific 20MB episodes from websites that would constantly be shut down. I mean, really, the quality was crap and if we were desperate enough to download crap, don't you think we would watch it in syndication eventually? Either megaupload did not exist or I was totally unaware of it. Later, I learned about torrent but I could never, ever get that to work right. I eventually got sucked into making fanvids and spent many a happily obsessed hour trying to get the timing just right. Of course, I had to learn how to make a website where I could house all these vids, even though the site is no longer available. I still watch these vids when I am feeling nostalgic.

Certainly vid making has come a long way since I dabbled with basic, old movie maker (And I apologize) but here is the only vid I have left online. It has a great many clips of my favorite team EVER along with that wonderful, bestest prop. Yep, nostalgic and misty eyed.

Because of Stargate, I discovered fanfiction, to which I am still completely addicted to. And it really hasn't been that long since I moved on from SG-1 fanfic to my latest fandom addiction.

So, yeah, I am sad to see an end to something that I loved and that brought me so many great friends, even friends from new fandoms because, really, Stargate started it all.

Comments

[dm-lunsford.livejournal.com]

Even though I hadn't been watching SGU I still feel the shock. And what's up with the Sy Fy poopyheads making a public announcement before the actual cast was thoroughly informed? Do the powers that be with that company have no sense of professional tact?

Gee, it really does feel like the end of an era.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

Gee, it really does feel like the end of an era.

I know!

And what's up with the Sy Fy poopyheads making a public announcement before the actual cast was thoroughly informed? Do the powers that be with that company have no sense of professional tact?

Well, they do have the worst track record when it comes to cancelling shows. I know it can't be good to hear that you are out of a job, but they seem to like cutting the strings abruptly and often with crap timing.

[de23.livejournal.com]

I love that vid. I always think of it anytime I hear that song. such a nice variety of shots and I love the quick cuts at the end. You should put your others up online!

and yeah, bummed about SGU. I was just really getting into it.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

Thanks, De! And, I may eventually do so once I figure out why Vimeo won't let me title anything. It all ends up as Untitled no matter what title I put in.

Yes, SGU was really hitting its stride this season and I wonder how the ratings would have been had they left it on Friday. Who knows.

[themostepotente.livejournal.com]

What I never understood is how they could have started a new franchise with SGU and then tried to convince us SGA fans that there was no budget to do another SG1 movie and a first SGA movie. So, I guess I was a little resentful of SGU. I tried getting into SGU, but because there was no antagonist like the Wraith, I just couldn't get into it. Syfy does appear to be killing a bunch of shows off left and right though. I'm seriously disappointed they killed Caprica before that had a chance to prove itself.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

I think Caprica also suffered from the move to Tuesday.

Yeah, I think they alienated alot of fans with how SGU came into being. And the first season was pretty hit and miss and, I can't believe I am saying this, actually spent too much time on character development. This season I have grown to love the characters and the plot development and overall arc really intrigued me.

[ruralstar.livejournal.com]

This is the first I've heard of the cancellation. I'm very sorry to hear it for all of the reasons you've mentioned. I'm glad I met you and many others because of Gate. And I'm pissed at the short-sightedness of tptb for axing such a quality series.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

And I'm pissed at the short-sightedness of tptb for axing such a quality series.

Yep, me too! And this leaved little for me to watch on SyFy as I lost interest in Eureka and have never watched Warehouse 13, though I have heard good things, nor Haven.

I suppose all that is left for me on SyFy is Sanctuary and Merlin in January.

[rosiewook.livejournal.com]

It's a strange and bizarre thing to think that Stargate is no longer.

But I am grateful. I would have never gotten to know you if not for this franchise.

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

Nor I, you. (((((((hugs)))))))

[scarym1.livejournal.com]

Stargate has had a profound effect on my life. Travelling and making great new friends. So many great memories!!!!!!

[gateslacker.livejournal.com]

I know!!!! Sob!!!!!

I am bummed.