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In honor of Pride Week
Monday, 29. June 2009, 06:30:29
Some rainbow goodness in honor of the Pride celebrations taking place all over the world!
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Jack and Gwen best friends? Or why they should be...
Monday, 17. March 2008, 17:21:47
SPOILER WARNING: Includes spoilers for Torchwood season 1 and the episode "Kiss kiss, bang bang"
I've seen some fans argue that the writers shouldn't try to force Jack and Gwen into a romantic relationship as the fans in question feel that Jack has more chemistry with Ianto.
Personally, I think Gwen has more chemistry with Jack than with any of the other characters. I think John Barrowman and Eve Myles play it very well and I would love to see more of that chemistry. Yet at the same time I also love the Jack/Ianto relationship (great chemistry, no denying that), and Gwen cheating on her boyfriend makes me feel uncomfortable.
But the thing is, I would love to see her in a close and passionate relationship with Jack, but not a romantic/sexual relationship...
so how about a close friendship instead? They could write them as best friends, or like brother and sister.
We've already seen them confide in one another on more than one occasion. I mean, who says it would have to be a romantic relationship?
A close friendship could be just as profound, loving and supportive as a romantic relationship. A relationship like this would complement rather than compete with the Jack/Ianto and Gwen/Rhys relationships.
Gwen could always confide in Jack if she's had an argument with Rhys, and Jack can always give her support and advice. ¨
Likewise right from the start Gwen's been someone that Jack's been confiding in about his background.
I think they should definately write Jack and Gwen as best friends.
Even though they often challenge each other's views, it's clear that that they seem to have almost unquestionable faith and admiration for each other... or at least, this is my interpretation. Take Gwen's total refusal to accept Jack's death in the first season finale for example. That's a clear sign that there's something special between the two characters.
I also believe that Jack is drawn to Gwen because of her fearlessness and selflessness (such as her willingness to sacrifice herself in order to save others as demostrated at the end of episodes such as "Day One" and "Kiss kiss, Bang bang")
I think Jack also sees a bit of himself in her: she's determined and stubborn just like him.
They've got so much in common, and they are like mirrors of one another.
I hope they writers don't try to force the two characters into a romantic relationship, yet at the same time I hope they don't marginalize Jack and Gwen's interactions.
John and Eve have brilliant chemistry and given the right scripts they could portray a beautiful and deep friendship between the two characters that would in no way compete with Jack and Ianto's relationship and Gwen and Rhys'.
Gay relationships aren't they only type of relationships that are rare on television. Deep and non-sexual friendships between male and female leads are also rare and something I constantly miss in tv programs. (One of my best childhood friends was a boy, and that relationship meant a lot to me.)
I find it a bit disappointing that there are so few representations of relationships of this type. It's almost as if they are considered inferior.
Cherry / Torchwood_Operative
I've seen some fans argue that the writers shouldn't try to force Jack and Gwen into a romantic relationship as the fans in question feel that Jack has more chemistry with Ianto.
Personally, I think Gwen has more chemistry with Jack than with any of the other characters. I think John Barrowman and Eve Myles play it very well and I would love to see more of that chemistry. Yet at the same time I also love the Jack/Ianto relationship (great chemistry, no denying that), and Gwen cheating on her boyfriend makes me feel uncomfortable.
But the thing is, I would love to see her in a close and passionate relationship with Jack, but not a romantic/sexual relationship...
so how about a close friendship instead? They could write them as best friends, or like brother and sister.
We've already seen them confide in one another on more than one occasion. I mean, who says it would have to be a romantic relationship?
A close friendship could be just as profound, loving and supportive as a romantic relationship. A relationship like this would complement rather than compete with the Jack/Ianto and Gwen/Rhys relationships.
Gwen could always confide in Jack if she's had an argument with Rhys, and Jack can always give her support and advice. ¨
Likewise right from the start Gwen's been someone that Jack's been confiding in about his background.
I think they should definately write Jack and Gwen as best friends.
Even though they often challenge each other's views, it's clear that that they seem to have almost unquestionable faith and admiration for each other... or at least, this is my interpretation. Take Gwen's total refusal to accept Jack's death in the first season finale for example. That's a clear sign that there's something special between the two characters.
I also believe that Jack is drawn to Gwen because of her fearlessness and selflessness (such as her willingness to sacrifice herself in order to save others as demostrated at the end of episodes such as "Day One" and "Kiss kiss, Bang bang")
I think Jack also sees a bit of himself in her: she's determined and stubborn just like him.
They've got so much in common, and they are like mirrors of one another.
I hope they writers don't try to force the two characters into a romantic relationship, yet at the same time I hope they don't marginalize Jack and Gwen's interactions.
John and Eve have brilliant chemistry and given the right scripts they could portray a beautiful and deep friendship between the two characters that would in no way compete with Jack and Ianto's relationship and Gwen and Rhys'.
Gay relationships aren't they only type of relationships that are rare on television. Deep and non-sexual friendships between male and female leads are also rare and something I constantly miss in tv programs. (One of my best childhood friends was a boy, and that relationship meant a lot to me.)
I find it a bit disappointing that there are so few representations of relationships of this type. It's almost as if they are considered inferior.
Cherry / Torchwood_Operative
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Site Changes and a request
Wednesday, 20. February 2008, 17:42:13
- Changed the layout. I noticed that Cheeky Monkey had changed the layout on her blog and I kinda liked the new look of it.
- I changed the comment settings. Anyone should be able to comment now.
- A small request: Please don't put me on your list of friends unless you already know me from another site. I know that probably makes me sound like a stuck-up snob, but there's a reason for it:
The contents of my blog can be placed into two categories: Silly fan rantings (publicly available content) and more personal reflections which I only share with people that I've known for some time (the people on my list of friends).
So in other words, if you've put me on your list of friends and I haven't returned that favor by placing you on mine... it doesn't mean that I don't like you. It just means that I don't know you.
- I changed the comment settings. Anyone should be able to comment now.
- A small request: Please don't put me on your list of friends unless you already know me from another site. I know that probably makes me sound like a stuck-up snob, but there's a reason for it:
The contents of my blog can be placed into two categories: Silly fan rantings (publicly available content) and more personal reflections which I only share with people that I've known for some time (the people on my list of friends).
So in other words, if you've put me on your list of friends and I haven't returned that favor by placing you on mine... it doesn't mean that I don't like you. It just means that I don't know you.
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Spoiler-free review: "The Deviant Strain" (Doctor Who pocket book)
Tuesday, 26. June 2007, 13:10:40
Title: The Deviant Strain
Author: Justin Richards
Main characters: The (Ninth) Doctor, Rose Tyler and Jack Harkness
This was the very first Doctor Who novel I've read, and I found it thoroughly engaging and practically impossible to but down.
The story may not be the most original, but the execution is excellent. In fact, if this story had been an episode from the actual TV series, then it would definitely have been one of my favorites as the plot was more than intricate enough for me and had just about the right amount of twists to keep me hooked.
I often found myself wondering what I would do if I found myself in the situations the characters found themselves in and trying to guess who was behind the mysterious events that were taking place. That's how gripping the book was for me.
With very little text, the novel still managed to paint lush images of the places and events. I had no problem picturing in my mind the things that happened. In fact, while reading this I felt like I was watching an actual episode of the show because the book had been specked with so much detail yet without making the text heavy and slowly-progressing.
The book is very action-oriented yet at the same time I found the dialogue intelligent and natural.
Although the Doctor and Rose are the two characters visible on the cover image, the story actually focuses more on the third member of the dynamic trio: namely Captain Jack Harkness.
Not only is Jack the one who sets the story in motion and the character that the very last few pages are dedicated to, but overall this book gave me a very good picture of just what Jack is capable of and what he thought and felt in various situations.
Jack's flirtatious side is fairly toned down in this book, but I see it as a good thing since practically all his other qualities come across perfectly instead. In fact, it wouldn't surprise me if Richards' interpretation of Jack matches almost exactly the way he is interpreted by John Barrowman (who plays the character).
The teamwork between the Doctor, Rose and Jack was handled extremely well, although Rose's role as the Doctor's resourceful sidekick was almost completely taken over by Jack. (I'm told that it is a common problem that whenever the Doctor has more then one sidekick, the role of the other sidekick(s) unfortunately gets reduced). But even so, the rapport and the teamwork between the three was very believable and in some places even quite touching.
Richards has a very good understanding of how these three characters think and behave and also a good ear for how they talk.
When it comes to the other characters, I had no difficulties seeing all of them as real people.
It might, however, be worth mentioning that the book offers no introductions to the three main characters (the Doctor, Rose and Jack) as it is assumed that the reader is familiar with them from the TV series.
If you're a fan of Captain Jack and/or the Doctor Who episodes "The Empty Child" and "The Doctor Dances", then I strongly recommend this book.
Author: Justin Richards
Main characters: The (Ninth) Doctor, Rose Tyler and Jack Harkness
This was the very first Doctor Who novel I've read, and I found it thoroughly engaging and practically impossible to but down.
The story may not be the most original, but the execution is excellent. In fact, if this story had been an episode from the actual TV series, then it would definitely have been one of my favorites as the plot was more than intricate enough for me and had just about the right amount of twists to keep me hooked.
I often found myself wondering what I would do if I found myself in the situations the characters found themselves in and trying to guess who was behind the mysterious events that were taking place. That's how gripping the book was for me.
With very little text, the novel still managed to paint lush images of the places and events. I had no problem picturing in my mind the things that happened. In fact, while reading this I felt like I was watching an actual episode of the show because the book had been specked with so much detail yet without making the text heavy and slowly-progressing.
The book is very action-oriented yet at the same time I found the dialogue intelligent and natural.
Although the Doctor and Rose are the two characters visible on the cover image, the story actually focuses more on the third member of the dynamic trio: namely Captain Jack Harkness.
Not only is Jack the one who sets the story in motion and the character that the very last few pages are dedicated to, but overall this book gave me a very good picture of just what Jack is capable of and what he thought and felt in various situations.
Jack's flirtatious side is fairly toned down in this book, but I see it as a good thing since practically all his other qualities come across perfectly instead. In fact, it wouldn't surprise me if Richards' interpretation of Jack matches almost exactly the way he is interpreted by John Barrowman (who plays the character).
The teamwork between the Doctor, Rose and Jack was handled extremely well, although Rose's role as the Doctor's resourceful sidekick was almost completely taken over by Jack. (I'm told that it is a common problem that whenever the Doctor has more then one sidekick, the role of the other sidekick(s) unfortunately gets reduced). But even so, the rapport and the teamwork between the three was very believable and in some places even quite touching.
Richards has a very good understanding of how these three characters think and behave and also a good ear for how they talk.
When it comes to the other characters, I had no difficulties seeing all of them as real people.
It might, however, be worth mentioning that the book offers no introductions to the three main characters (the Doctor, Rose and Jack) as it is assumed that the reader is familiar with them from the TV series.
If you're a fan of Captain Jack and/or the Doctor Who episodes "The Empty Child" and "The Doctor Dances", then I strongly recommend this book.
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Happy Pride!
Tuesday, 26. June 2007, 11:25:07
It's the time of year when people in countless countries in the world come out to celebrate who they are.
Reading Torchwood 3 team's mail...
Wednesday, 23. January 2008, 18:28:55
Toshiko, Ianto, Owen and GwenIn case you need to take your mind off reality, BBC's official Torchwood site has some really fun in-character e-mails.
I've picked out some of my favorite bits. WARNING: Contains some likely spoilers for season 2.
From the official Torchwood homepage (no copyright infringement intended):
From: Cooper, Gwen
To: Owen
Subject: Wedding
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
Dear All
I overheard Tosh and Ianto talking the other day about what you were going to wear to my wedding. (I assume I wasn't supposed to hear that. For covert intelligence operatives, you lot can be about as subtle as Shirley Bassey sometimes.)
All I wanted to say was, I appreciate that it can be expensive and whatnot, going to weddings, and I don't expect a gift or for you necessarily to come. I won't be offended if you don't come. Really, I won't.
Gwen
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From: Harkness, Jack
To: Owen
Subject: Out of office auto reply: Re: Wedding
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
Thank you for your e-mail.
Captain Jack Harkness is out of the office. He will deal with your query if and when he returns. If your query is urgent, please contact Gwen Cooper.
Yours Faithfully
Torchwood Staff
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From: Harper, Owen
To: Ianto
Subject: Out of office rant
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
Ianto
I am still getting Jack's Out Of Office every time we send round a round robin.
I thought you were going to change it so it didn't do that.
SORT IT OUT IANTO
IANTO SORT IT OUT
cheers
Owen
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From: Jones, Ianto
To: Owen
Subject: Re: Out of office rant
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
Owen wrote:
> SORT IT OUT IANTO
> IANTO SORT IT OUT
While I'm doing that, would you also like me to set up your e-mail so that it automatically puts the word 'please' into your messages? As the effort of doing it yourself seems to be beyond you.
Ianto
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From: Harper, Owen
To: Ianto
Subject: Re: Out of office rant
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
Ianto wrote:
> While I'm doing that, would you also like me to set up your e-mail
> so that it automatically puts the word 'please' into your
> messages? As the effort of doing it yourself seems to be beyond you.
That would be blinding. Cheers
Owen
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From: Cooper, Gwen
To: Owen
Subject: Himalayas report
Date: Thursday 10th January 2008
Owen, weren't you going to write up a report of the Himalayas mission? No, in fact I'll rephrase that: Owen, you were going to write up a report of the Himalayas mission. And you haven't. Please do so. I need to file it with the MOD so we can get to the bottom of who sent us out there. Not holding out much hope, but it's worth a go.
Gwen
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From: Harper, Owen
To: Gwen
Subject: Himalayas report
Date: Tuesday 18th December 2007
The Himalayas report is written and filed under 'Time, Waste of'. Good luck with the MOD - I'm glad it's you dealing with that rubbish instead of me.
Owen
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From: Jones, Ianto
To: Gwen
Subject: Tourist board
Date: Monday 14th January 2008
Can you have a word with the Tourist Board? I'm trying to get hold of new brochures and leaflets for the dummy office (most of ours are from 2005) and they're being funny about sending me more than one of each. There used to be a lady at their office who sorted them out for me but she's on maternity leave.
Sorry about what I said earlier, by the way. There's no reason you should do everything Jack's way. You're here and he's not.
Ianto
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From: Sato, Toshiko
To: Gwen
Subject: Re: Wedding
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
I don't mind if you don't want us to come. It's your wedding.
Toshiko
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From: Cooper, Gwen
To: Toshiko
Subject: Re: Wedding
Date: Wednesday 16th January 2008
> I don't mind if you don't want us to come. It's your wedding.
No, no, it's not like that... sorry, I just wanted to say that if you'd find it awkward then I don't mind. Though actually I think it's me who's worried about it being awkward. Sorry. I'd love to have you there.
Gwen
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From: Jones, Ianto
To: Owen
Subject: Own Up!
Date: Wednesday 6th February 2008
Dear All
This morning I cleaned out the refrigerator. The following items were inside. Could the owners of these items please make themselves known. Any items not claimed by the end of the day will be disposed of.
* 1x energy drink (half-empty)
* 1x sparkling mineral water (half-empty, flat)
* 2x apples
* 1x pork pie
* 3x milk (actually just 1 now, I threw the others away)
* 1x tomato ketchup
* 1x leftover beef chow mein (probably inedible)
* 1x Cornish pasty
* 1x alien blood sample (OWEN I WARNED YOU ABOUT THIS)
* 4x probiotic yogurt drinks
* 2x salami snacks
Thank you for your kind attention.
Ianto
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From: Harper, Owen
To: Ianto
Subject: Re: Own Up!
Date: Wednesday 6th February 2008
The pie, the pasty and the salami snacks are mine. I reluctantly give my permission for you to throw out the chow mein. Are you sure that's an alien blood sample? I don't remember putting anything like that in there. Are you sure it's not that horrible soup that Gwen made?
Owen
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