Post here to pledge support for an ad in Variety...

[westy 79]

I ask that only serious supporters post here, although we will probably get a few telling me how stupid an idea it is.
Well, let them talk. Those that support the real BATTLESTAR GALACTICA will feel that this is a worthwhile endeavour. I will look into the cost of the ad, and I will post that info when I have it. Also, when we have evaluated the responses at the end of the week, we will see about how to go about raising the money for the ad.

Dan:tos: :cylon:

[Titon]

You have my support Dan. You had it before and you'll have it again.

Don

[crash4587]

Count me in

[The Blue Mule]

Well i've been out of work for quite a while, depending on how much it costs, i'll contribute what ever I can within reason.

Later

Rich.

[joebeaudoin]

While it's worth a shot, I'm in. As so long as the requested amount per person is within reason & within my financial ability.

[ojai22]

A good idea, Dan. Let's do it.

[oldwardaggit]

Yes , I feel the same way. As long as we have enough people to come forward and make it feazible, then I'm in. Being in Canada, I would have to mortgage my home just to make up 20 American bucks. If I had a home. lol

Lousy dollar of ours. he he he

owd

[repcisg]

Count me in!

[dah66]

I'm in. Here are the rates:

http://www.variety.com/index.asp?layout=mediakit_national#general

Dave

[Stevew]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
S:D

[AlternityOrange]

I'm in. I wish I could contribute more but I'll come up with $50.

[cugel]

I will contribute within reason. It's worth it too support the true BSG.

[peter noble]

Just popping in. I can muster $100 in the new year, just tell me where to send the frelling cash, so I can do everything to get rid of this abomination from the screen!

Peter

[oldwardaggit]

Just incase some one wants to contribute to this but wants to remain anonymous.
There should be a designated person for them to get a hold of, then they will be counted as a number because the higher the number, the closer to the goal we get.

I can't do it because of all that I have on My plate now but the person in charge of this should be the contact for such people.

owd

[jewels]

Count me in, though I cannot go major bucks either. (explaining this to my husband is going to be sooooo much fun. But then how many times do you get to help send a message to Hollywood that they can't ignore? :D)

[havoc315]

I'd be happy to contribute.... But then I would probably want a say in the wording.....
So somehow I don't think you want me involved :)

[SS1]

Originally posted by havoc315
I'd be happy to contribute.... But then I would probably want a say in the wording.....
So somehow I don't think you want me involved :)


havoc did you actually read what Dan has stated in his post?

"I ask that only serious supporters post here" and "Those that support the real BATTLESTAR GALACTICA will feel that this is a worthwhile endeavour"

If you want to make a mockery of this then please do so on another thread.

To Dan I will have to check my financial situation after the New Years but I will donate what I can. Thanks for looking into this.

[default]

Dan

Just tell me where to send the check. The more I hear about Ron's:ax: show the more sickened:upchuck: I get to know the show I have loved for 25 years will be trashed.

Jim:colwar::rage:

[Afan2]

If there's anything I can do to help, I will.
Ron Moore/SciFi Channel are completely mad.

[LucianG]

Dan,

I can pitch in a little.

Tony

[havoc315]

Originally posted by Scooter2000



havoc did you actually read what Dan has stated in his post?

"I ask that only serious supporters post here" and "Those that support the real BATTLESTAR GALACTICA will feel that this is a worthwhile endeavour"

If you want to make a mockery of this then please do so on another thread.



I was not making a mockery of anything, I was quite serious. I do support the "real Battlestar Galactica".... but I admit my opinion about what constitutes the "real Battlestar Galactica" is a bit different than what is being intended in this thread. Furthermore, I am quite seriously willing to contribute, if the advertisement were to take in to account all the views of people who "support the real Battlestar Galactica," myself included.

That means, to me, an advertisement embracing what we loved about the original BSG, and not simply a public bashing of RDM.

[Starbuckmate]

Hi Dan
count me in :thumbsup:
I'll do on what I can
:warrior: :colwar:

[Apothis]

I am in. Just let me know how much.

[Muffit]

Count me in too. I don't have a lot but hopefully it will be enough, and you know how I feel :). I will have to keep it a secret from the fam' or I will be sleeping in the dog house for a while :D. (And we don't even have a dog -- <shiver>!!! :D

:muffit:

[westy 79]

The ad that I would like to see would speak out-generally-against what Ron Moore has come up with. It would in no way be a public bashing of Mr. Moore personally. The ad will push for a continuation of the original series. It will-in all likelyhood-refer to the idea of mixing original castmembers (namely, Hatch, Benedict, Jefferson, Lockhart) with new, younger ones. I would like to voice support for Tom DeSanto as well, but that would not happen without his expressed permission.

Dan

[LucianG]

Mr. Haven's negative review, in combination with Michael's, has given us the ammunition we need if we choose to advertise the fact to the movie making community. I agree with what you said, Dan, but an ad without something of this nature would basically be seen by those in power as a group of fans whining that they weren't getting their way. Now, we have a recognized critic AND one of the chief proponents of Battlestar Galactica both critizing it, so such an add takes on meaning. Being selective in the quotes (Mr. Haven's "not worthy" statement is one), combined with our request for a continuation, and a few illustrations, possibly from our excellent artists here on this board showing what could be done, could carry some weight.

[Stevew]

If they do go ahead with this POS, the only reason to watch is too list the sponsors to make it easier to boycot their products
S:devil:

[oldwardaggit]

Stevew

You are so right.

owd

[Stevew]

I guess the devil made me say that hehehe:devil:
Sharpen your pencils
S:cool:

[oldwardaggit]

Well I don't want to say that the Devil makes me do things but if truth be known, I am sending him Royalty checks for a reason. :)

OWD

[Stevew]

LOL Sometimes all you can do is laugh to keep from crying
S:D

[oldwardaggit]

True and this is almost like a chat room because you and I are on here at the exact same time.

OWD

[Stevew]

I am an earley riser and on the left coast. I useally start at 4-5. iot is my best time. Speaking of which, time to build some more ships
S:D :D :D :D

[oldwardaggit]

It's 11.40 here in Canada. I guess you are up early.

OWD

[Stevew]

Usually at 3:30-4 that is what happens as you get older hehe
S:farmer: :farmer:

[default]

I can't contribute monitarily but I will support the effort 100%

[jewels]

Here's the ad the firefly folks did. Well stated, and positive for their cause. Shall we start sharpening our pencils and writing this thing? http://www.fireflysupport.com/variety.html

[peter noble]

That's a nice ad. Are we going to do this or not?

Peter

[GuitarEC]

I'll put €50,00 in it.

[LucianG]

It is a nice ad, but I am not sure how effective their message is considering the way their main text is written:

from the ad

"...Put it together...you got a Firefly. Thing'll run forever they got a mechanic that's even half awake."

Yes, that IS the way it was written. I would guess that an IF is missing, though it could be something else. It is either an example of poor editing on the part of the group writing the ad, or, if it is quoted correctly, it is an example of some poor grammar on the part of the original writer, script editor, or production staff. Either way, it might make some observers laugh off their effort rather than take interest in supporting it.

I make little (and sometimes LARGE) grammatical mistakes all the time, as do most of us, so let's make sure we proof our ad better than this before it is in print.



P.S. I've already edited this for a grammatical mistake...after proofreading it in advance!

[dah66]

By now, I'm sure most of us have read Michael's open letter to Universal studios. I think what is contained in that letter is exactly what most of us wish to communicate to the studio. Why not use this text in an ad? I spoke to Michael off-line and he is not opposed to the idea.

The clock is ticking and we need to turn up the heat. We have the text and we have the talent. Let's get this thing done!

I would suggest using the Fan Force site for hosting this effort.

Any thoughts????

PS - I'm willing to put up at least $300.00 to get this done (bye, bye year-end bonus).

Dave

[conconcv66]

count me in. i'll contribut till my wife says how much did you spend?

[jewels]

Dave:
did you post this idea to Nathan's site also?
A few more people involved would help with the costs. Firefly folks spent a little over $3 grand on theirs. I'm good for $50-$100.

Layout is on me if you like (and the FedEx to get the Ad files to Variety). I could use the help of some of the CGI folk though, if it is legal for us to use any imagery of theirs, or if we can use old publicity shots from the show: I don't have those either. Somebody better know the wording for the legal disclaimers/"we're not infringing on your copyright" stuff, though. Repcisg??? Michael???

Going to look at Michael's letter again. Hmmm.
Jewels

[peter noble]

I can chip in $100.

Peter (ready to put my money where my mouth is) :)

[michaelfaries]

CG shouldn't be a problem.

Michael

[repcisg]

The Trademark and copywrite stuff can be addressed by giving full credit to the owners. This could be done in fine print at the bottom of the add.

The art work should be our own guys & gals, they deserve the exposure and credit.:D

[dah66]

Originally posted by jewels
Dave:
did you post this idea to Nathan's site also?
A few more people involved would help with the costs. Firefly folks spent a little over $3 grand on theirs. I'm good for $50-$100.

Layout is on me if you like (and the FedEx to get the Ad files to Variety). I could use the help of some of the CGI folk though, if it is legal for us to use any imagery of theirs, or if we can use old publicity shots from the show: I don't have those either. Somebody better know the wording for the legal disclaimers/"we're not infringing on your copyright" stuff, though. Repcisg??? Michael???

Going to look at Michael's letter again. Hmmm.
Jewels

Jewels,

Thanks for volunteering! No, I did not post on Nathan's site. Could you handle this? Your better known there, and more people might respond if the request comes from you. Thanks.

Dave

[jewels]

Dave,
Um, I barely post there, but I like those people so sure!
Jewels

Oh, Michael (or David K. or ANY of you other 3-D gurus: H-E-L-P on the CG stuff. (Like you need one more thing to do, Michael, LOL. But I can only deal with stuff I can layer in in photoshop I can't turn stuff 3-D and I don't know who or what to ask for). For starters: Anyone got a 300dpi BSG Logo with any size to it?? :D

Repcisg: expect an email or PM about copy by Mon. I'll take a whack but it will need good help.

[dah66]

Jewels - Ooops. Sorry, thought you were a regular over there! Anyway, thanks for handling.

:)

[jewels]

OK, Nathan's putting this in the Colonial Newsletter this weekend.

We need a volunteer to serve as a collection point: I got 2 "where do I send the $$" questions already off BGClub.com's folks.

H-E-L-P, I am accounting-challenged (I don't do numbers).

[michaelfaries]

I am committing $100.00 U.S. to this Variety ad. Who is heading this up, and how is $$ being collected?

Michael
:colwar:

[jewels]

I'm starting a new thread for the volunteer help. We got to get this going.
J