Control 1,454 Posted April 7 Share Posted April 7 I probably won’t. Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 They’re at $1,828,000/$2,000,000 right now. If they make up the rest in the next three hours, I think that’ll mean they reached their first goal in 24 hours. Might not quite make it, but certainly by the end of the day. Link to post Share on other sites
Mister TV 537 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I was a massive MST3K fan back in the day but I couldn't get into the reboot, it came off as a cosplay or a band with no original members to me. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Eoae 1,175 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 (edited) 31 minutes ago, Mister TV said: I was a massive MST3K fan back in the day but I couldn't get into the reboot, it came off as a cosplay or a band with no original members to me. From what I've read, a lot of people felt that way. I've seen all of the Return episodes, courtesy of them airing early mornings on IFC and thought they were ok. Jonah Ray seemed to be trying too hard, but the other cast members were ok. Was the reboot not funny? I thought it was about the same as the earlier iteration, but MST3K is a weird one for me. Objectively, I regard it as quality comedy because that seems to be the general consensus. But I've probably seen at least 60-70 eps. of the original run over the years and none of them have ever done anything for me personally. I've been watching eps on AMC+ lately thinking it might eventually click for me, but no such luck. I'm kind of mystified by the popularity, to be honest. In this instance, at least, I appear to be really out of step with pop culture. Edited April 8 by Eoae Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 The reboot was great. It has 100% on Rotten Tomatoes (critics) and like 92% from the audience. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
odessasteps 14,387 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I think it was perfect for the zeitgeist of the mid to late 90s, when there was so much metatext and self referentiality in pop culture. (Trust me on this, as I knee deep in this stuff in grad school) I also think the quality of the show dismissed with most every cast change (except Frank replacing Josh). There’s a noticeable tonal shift when Joel leaves and, for me, really lost a lot when Trace leaves. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 They hit the $2 million minimum about two minutes ago. Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Fowler 15,474 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I didn't love the new stuff as much as a lot of the classic episodes, but I definitely enjoyed them. I'm more than happy to get still more. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Pete 17,264 Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 Some of the pledge tiers are truly insane... like $7,500, $25K and $30K. Even crazier, those are just the ones that sold out. Oh, to be rich and desire an executive producer credit... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 I pledged $100 I don’t have. No regrets. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Curt McGirt 13,616 Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 If you Paypal me a bill I'll hold my phone up while I get drunk and talk shit about Nightbeast. 3 Link to post Share on other sites
TheVileOne 2,924 Posted April 11 Share Posted April 11 This time around, they should avoid getting into bed with a Netflix type partner. Just release the content yourselves. They clearly have a loyal audience and following of people who want to see this content and will pay to watch it. Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Fowler 15,474 Posted April 11 Share Posted April 11 27 minutes ago, TheVileOne said: This time around, they should avoid getting into bed with a Netflix type partner. Just release the content yourselves. They clearly have a loyal audience and following of people who want to see this content and will pay to watch it. That is, indeed, the stated plan. They are looking to build their own platform. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 16 Share Posted April 16 Any of the CINEMATIC TITANIC shows worth a watch? Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 On 4/8/2021 at 4:02 PM, odessasteps said: I think it was perfect for the zeitgeist of the mid to late 90s, when there was so much metatext and self referentiality in pop culture. (Trust me on this, as I knee deep in this stuff in grad school) I also think the quality of the show dismissed with most every cast change (except Frank replacing Josh). There’s a noticeable tonal shift when Joel leaves and, for me, really lost a lot when Trace leaves. Well hey, you might get your wish: there will be both a new riffer (Emily from the live tour) sharing hosting duties with Jonah, and the possibility of two new Joel episodes. Link to post Share on other sites
odessasteps 14,387 Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 I had someone mention a potential female host a few weeks ago. Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 Just hit the 6 episodes + apps goal. Link to post Share on other sites
Mister TV 537 Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 Really good oral history of the MST3K movie. https://film.avclub.com/mystery-science-theater-3000-the-movie-the-oral-histo-1846694612 Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 27 Share Posted April 27 (edited) Live streaM right now introducing the new cast and watching HOBGOBLINS. Which Joel has never seen before. It’s hilarious to watch him comment on Mike and Co.’s riffs. Apparently announcing some of the season 13 titles this week (or next). Mary Jo Pehl will be jointing a livestream of Quest for the Delta Knights on Thursday (or possibly Friday). Edited April 27 by Control Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 27 Share Posted April 27 (edited) https://t.co/xhrZFz7Nq2 Interview with Joel about the Kickstarter, the Gizmoplex, and season 13. EDIT: I’ll just update this post Upcoming live event schedule: Thursday April 29: UNTAMED YOUTH with J. Elvis Friday April 30: QUEST OF THE DELTA KNIGHTS with Mary Jo Saturday May 1 2:30 Eastern: GAMERA VS GUIRON + reveal of first new movies Sunday May 2 2:30 Eastern: TBA + reveal of final bonus challenges Tuesday May 4: TBA w/Special guest and announcements Monday, May 3: The MST3K Jackbox Showdown! (Team Jonah vs Team Emily) Friday, May 7: The Final Countdown Telethon: The Sequel! Edited April 27 by Control Link to post Share on other sites
Ace 5,097 Posted April 28 Share Posted April 28 (edited) On 4/6/2021 at 5:24 PM, odessasteps said: Let me know when there's a new cast. There's a new cast. The road show cast is going to be the new on-screen cast. Emily Marsh will be the new host. Connor McGiffin will be Servo, Nate Begle will be Crow, and Yvonne Freese will be GPC and the newish mad, Mega-Synthia (a clone of Pearl Forrester combined with Synthia, who herself was a botched clone of Pearl made to keep Kinga company.) Edited April 28 by Ace Link to post Share on other sites
Bustronaut 4,304 Posted April 28 Share Posted April 28 I'm heartened they changed her name to GPC. I may back the Kickstarter for that reason alone. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 29 Share Posted April 29 (edited) Livestream schedule if they can reach 3.8 million by the end of the weekend, they’ll riff a 3D film and send backers free 3D glasses. EDIT: UNTAMED YOUTH has 4 Servos (Weinstein, Vaughn, that new guy, and the road guy). EDIT 2: J. Elvis Weinstein confirmed as a writer for season 13. Edited April 30 by Control Link to post Share on other sites
Control 1,454 Posted April 30 Share Posted April 30 If you happen to have $400 to spare, you can now buy a download package of 130 classic episodes in best possible quality. Link to post Share on other sites
odessasteps 14,387 Posted April 30 Share Posted April 30 7 minutes ago, Control said: If you happen to have $400 to spare, you can now buy a download package of 130 classic episodes in best possible quality. It wouldn't be the same watching the KTMA episodes in Crystal clear quality. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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