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Bud Brewster · Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2019 3:28 pm Post subject:

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We haven't heard from David in over a week, and I'm concerned that my enthusiastic reply to his comments above might have offended him! Sad

If that's the case, I deeply regret it. I only wanted to counter his observations about The Day the Earth Stood Still. It's a spirited and interesting debate, and I enjoyed the exchange of ideas.

But if I said anything at all which was offensive, I am truly sorry. Krel is one of this boards most intelligent and imaginative members, and I'd never knowingly discourage him from making his valuable contributions to All Sci-Fi.

Bud Sad

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Krel · Guest

Bud, you didn't offend me at all. I've just been trying to think of something new I could add to the discussion.

So far, I've come up snake-eyes. But I'm gonna keep trying.

David.

Gord Green · Posted: Fri Oct 25, 2019 2:46 am Post subject:

I've always taken a spirited debate with Bud with tongue firmly planted in cheek. It's a bit like SNL's "Jane, You ignorant bitch!!" kind of thing.

We're all friends and differing points of view are GREATLY desired because they initiate new and viable thoughts leading to greater insights and points of view.

Even during the great "FORBIDDEN PLANET MORBIUS HOUSE" DEBATE the mood was electric and exciting! (If you don't know what I mean … Look it up in the FP thread!!

Bring it on Bud!!!... I don't want to argue with an unknowleged fool! (Although in your case I'll make an exception! LOL, LOL !) (only kidding buddy!)
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Bud Brewster · Posted: Fri Oct 25, 2019 11:34 am Post subject:

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Guys, you both have made my day! Very Happy

I was genuinely concerned that I'd gotten so caught up in "presenting my case" to my esteemed colleague, David, that I had crossed a line and acted like a damn know-it-all! Shocked

David, I think Gord worked a miracle when he suggested that the Gort police started out as an effective tool which the sentient races used to help them keep the peace — and then, over the years, they evolved into the soulless mechanical dictators you described because (as Gord suggested) their programming was corrupted!

So, we're BOTH right — and I like that idea much more than my original concept, which put all the blame on the aliens who designed the robots to be the way they are now. Gord's suggestion explains why Gort tended to "shoot first and ask question later."

So, between the three of us we've built the foundation for a perfect remake-or-sequel to The Day the Earth Stood Still. I the idea works either way! Very Happy

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Bud Brewster · Posted: Fri Nov 22, 2019 11:27 am Post subject:

Eadie · Galactic Ambassador Joined: 14 Dec 2013 Posts: 1670

A drawing of an early design of Klaatu's spacesuit:

A drawing of an early design of Klaatu's spacesuit and saucer:

Plan & profiles of the Saucer:

(can anyone clean these up and make them more legible?)
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Bud Brewster · Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2020 3:52 pm Post subject:

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I did the best I could, Eadie. These are now in your Imgur account in the album called "Movies" . . . which seems to have images from everything under the sun! Shocked

However, I couldn't find your originals, shown above. What album are they in? I can't quite figure out your . . . ummm . . . "organization". Laughing

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Eadie · Galactic Ambassador Joined: 14 Dec 2013 Posts: 1670

I love this interpretation for a remake movie:

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Bud Brewster · Posted: Sat Mar 21, 2020 10:47 am Post subject:

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That's a beauty, yes indeed Cool

I'll confess, however, that I'm still shamelessly prone to prefer my own altered version of Fred Barton's version of Gort. Wink

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Is there no man on Earth who has the wisdom and innocence of a child?
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Bud Brewster · Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2020 12:42 pm Post subject:

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Here's a new idea for a remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still.

Klaatu comes to Earth with a duel purpose; to deliver the warning about the robot police, and to save mankind from a global pandemic.

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Is there no man on Earth who has the wisdom and innocence of a child?
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Bud Brewster · Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 2:05 pm Post subject:

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Thinking Outside the "Plot"!
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~ A Question for the Members: After Klaatu makes mankind aware of the fact that we live in a galaxy populated by many other races of intelligent beings with advanced technology, would the nations of the world put aside their vastly different ideologies, cultures, and religions to band together and achieve world peace?

~ My Theory: In a pigs eye they would! Rolling Eyes

They'd stubbornly cling to their superstitions, their ancient cultures, and their selfish national pride — thus dooming the race to perpetual isolationism and stagnate efforts to advance our own technology. Sad

(I just tossed this out to encourage a discussion. I hope I get one.) Confused

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Pow · Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2020 12:54 pm Post subject:

I am compelled, sadly, to agree with you, Bud.

We just are too primitive a species to put aside our cultural differences, fear of one another, egos, corruption and cynicism.

These traits along with our power politics and lust for power will prevent us from ever listening to Klaatu and all the wonderful things these other worlds could offer us.

Well, now I'm depressed. And after all the good news recently on television.

Bud Brewster · Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2020 2:27 pm Post subject:

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Yep, I'm gettin' pretty bummed out about people's irrational behavior and the terrible events on the news.

However, Klaatu has a suggestion for all us bummed out folks. Rolling Eyes

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Is there no man on Earth who has the wisdom and innocence of a child?
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Bud Brewster · Posted: Fri Dec 25, 2020 3:17 pm Post subject:

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On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, 2020, I enjoyed several of my favorite Yuletide movies — especially White Christmas.

After doing so I wondered if there were any "Christmas connections" in our beloved sci-fi movies from the 1950s.

I quickly realized that Conquest of Space (<— link) included the very emotional "Christmas miracle" of the snowfall on Mars which saved the crew when they were running out of water.

Then I realized that The Day the Earth Stood Still is famous for its alleged religious connections. Both fans and reviewers have pointed out that the name on the tag of the suit Klaatu stole is "Carpenter" — a possible reference to Jesus, the son of a Joseph, who was a carpenter.

Add to this the fact that Klaatu died and then was raised from dead, which is similar to Christ's resurrentionl

Furthermore, after returning to life, both Jesus and Klaatu ascend to the heavens! Shocked

Frankly, I've never bought the idea that these religious connections were deliberate, but they sure are enjoyable to contemplate. Very Happy

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Is there no man on Earth who has the wisdom and innocence of a child?
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Pow · Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:42 am Post subject:

One reviewer pointed out why didn't the military issue a drawing of Klaatu once he escaped from the hospital? This would have been able to have citizens on the alert for him.

He was at the hospital long enough to have a sketch artist do a complete job on his face. That sketch could have been sent to newspapers, television, and posted around the city.

The reviewer also found it unbelievable that only 2 guards were posted at the ballpark where Klaatu's space ship & Gort were located. One of the most significant historical events to happen to our planet, and we think 2 soldiers as watchmen is a sound idea!?!