Rating: 
Summary: "Exodus"--3 stars; "Throne"--4 stars
Review: "Farscape" has developed into one of the best shows on television. Enjoyment of these early episodes is enhanced by the addition of deleted material and lively commentary. "Escape from Exodus" is an enjoyable story, but far from "Farscape" at its best. The tale of an infestation by space parasites is enlivened by entertaining character interaction, always one of this show's strengths. "Throne for a Loss," on the other hand, is terrific. Rygel, as despicably hilarious as ever, is kidnapped by the Tavleks, a race of warriors who rely on an addictive drug, administered through "power gauntlets," to heighten their power and aggression. To save Rygel, Aeryn, Crichton, and D'Argo all take their turns with the weapon, and the way in which it affects each of them provides interesting and amusing insights into their characters. The way in which Crichton resolves the conflict is perfect.
Rating:
Summary: "Exodus"--3 stars; "Throne"--4 stars
Review: "Farscape" has developed into one of the best shows on television. Enjoyment of these early episodes is enhanced by the addition of deleted material and lively commentary. "Escape from Exodus" is an enjoyable story, but far from "Farscape" at its best. The tale of an infestation by space parasites is enlivened by entertaining character interaction, always one of this show's strengths. "Throne for a Loss," on the other hand, is terrific. Rygel, as despicably hilarious as ever, is kidnapped by the Tavleks, a race of warriors who rely on an addictive drug, administered through "power gauntlets," to heighten their power and aggression. To save Rygel, Aeryn, Crichton, and D'Argo all take their turns with the weapon, and the way in which it affects each of them provides interesting and amusing insights into their characters. The way in which Crichton resolves the conflict is perfect.
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Summary: A must for any Scaper!!
Review: ..To any Farscape fan who would just love to kick back and watch this episode uncut, and, or while Claudia and Ben talk about each scene as it happens..buy it!!..They will have you rolling in laughter!!..Just when you thought viewing the first year episodes more than a dozen times was enough..wait..:)..watch it with Claudia and Ben. -Olympiafishhead
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Summary: Thrown for a loop!
Review: As a Farscape 'fledgling' (always seem to get into shows in the second season) I'm enthralled with this series.Exodus from Genesis explores the developing relationships between the ship's crew during a crisis on Moya. It painfully lets us experience how totally inept poor Crichton feels by being thrust into the alien universe in which he finds himself. Beatuiful acting on the part of Claudia and Virginia in many scenes, interspersed with some amusing segments in spite of the seriousness of the situations they encounter. Throne for a Loss depicts Rigel at his best and worst. Gives a keen insight into his more sinister traits. I had no difficulty understanding why the crew were (a little) tempted to leave him planetside after his abduction. The extras on the DVD were wonderful and the commentaries thoroughly enjoyable.
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Summary: A Treat for Science Fiction Lovers
Review: Farscape has a ``human'' quality that some of the other, more established, television SF series lack. It's also fun to see a new series bloom to life -- the actors and productors are obviously having fun trying to make up the story and devlop characters as they go along. The storyline is something out of Douglas Adams's ``A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'' -- A bumbling human astronaut gets sucked in through a wormhole and ends up in a living spaceship, being manned by four different alien life forms -- all convicts. They have to try and get along and each try to find out what exactly each of them is searching for. The make-up, computer-generated and animation special effects alone are incredible. My hat goes off to Henson & Co. for their eyepopping realization of what could only be imagination. The references to American pop culture just adds to the whole pot-pourri because it defines the confusion of ``An American Overseas.'' I especially found the Hyundai reference in the ``Genesis'' episode hilarious. Watch out for the pop quiz references including movies, arts, and sports (American football). The international cast -- ranging from Australian and U.K. accents -- also makes it quite believeable that the human astronaut, with his all-American-boy accent is totally lost in this part of the weird and wondering universe. The DVD realease is fab in the fact that you get the commentaries from the producers and/or cast members for each of the episodes. My favourite was the one for ``Throne for a Loss'' in which the actors who play John and Aryn comment as if they're settled down with a tub of popcorn between and make silly jokes and half-serious comments -- You get a real feel for their camaraderie and how they must work together on the set. My favourite character of the series so far is the 800-cycle-old blue priestess with plant DNA. She is one cool character, adequately spiced with an all-knowing but dangerous edge. As the series progresses, however, I have no doubt that Henson & Co. will be able to provide us with an array of characters for our viewing and contemplating pleasure. I can't wait. So sit back and enjoy.
Rating:
Summary: Nice episodes, great extras
Review: I admit it--I came a bit late to the Farscape party. But ever since my jump into the series during the mid-point of season two, I've been hooked. So, I'm delighed that the entire series is coming on DVD and giving a relatively new fan like myself a chance to catch up on the early days in the Uncharted Territories. And this DVD contains one of my favorite episodes from the first six or so and then one that's pretty darn good. The "pretty darn good one" is Exodus from Genesis which features parasites who feed on Moya. The story works because it does what Farscape does best--takes an old sci-fi convention and gives it a new spin. There's also some character development along the way, which is always a good thing. The second episode is one of my personal favorites--"Throne for a Loss." Rygel is kidnapped by the Tavleks, who think he's a high-ranking offical that Moya's crew will pay generously to have returned to them. The premise of the episode works well and it's interesting to see the character relationships begin to grow and gel a bit. But the highlight of the story is that while the situation is serious, there is still some great humor thrown in. It's Farscape in the finest tradition--intelligent, witty and fun. Definitely worth seeing--even if you're not a Farscape fan. What throws this DVD other the top though is the extras. Both episodes include commentaries that really help the episodes become more interesting. The commentary on Throne for a Loss is a hoot, featuring series stars Ben Browder (Crichton) and Claudia Black (Aeryn). There's an infectous energy in the the commentary that carries over to the episode and helps give some now insights into the series and its early days. So, if you're a long time Scaper, get this one for the commentaries. If you're a new fan, get this one to see two episodes that show just why Farscape is some of the best sci-fi on TV today.
Rating:
Summary: Nice episodes, great extras
Review: I admit it--I came a bit late to the Farscape party. But ever since my jump into the series during the mid-point of season two, I've been hooked. So, I'm delighed that the entire series is coming on DVD and giving a relatively new fan like myself a chance to catch up on the early days in the Uncharted Territories. And this DVD contains one of my favorite episodes from the first six or so and then one that's pretty darn good. The "pretty darn good one" is Exodus from Genesis which features parasites who feed on Moya. The story works because it does what Farscape does best--takes an old sci-fi convention and gives it a new spin. There's also some character development along the way, which is always a good thing. The second episode is one of my personal favorites--"Throne for a Loss." Rygel is kidnapped by the Tavleks, who think he's a high-ranking offical that Moya's crew will pay generously to have returned to them. The premise of the episode works well and it's interesting to see the character relationships begin to grow and gel a bit. But the highlight of the story is that while the situation is serious, there is still some great humor thrown in. It's Farscape in the finest tradition--intelligent, witty and fun. Definitely worth seeing--even if you're not a Farscape fan. What throws this DVD other the top though is the extras. Both episodes include commentaries that really help the episodes become more interesting. The commentary on Throne for a Loss is a hoot, featuring series stars Ben Browder (Crichton) and Claudia Black (Aeryn). There's an infectous energy in the the commentary that carries over to the episode and helps give some now insights into the series and its early days. So, if you're a long time Scaper, get this one for the commentaries. If you're a new fan, get this one to see two episodes that show just why Farscape is some of the best sci-fi on TV today.
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Summary: I love Farscape
Review: I am so glad that they put it out on video finally! I am going to order all the first season episodes as soon as they come out. I am excited that they finally put it on video for the "Farscape" fans.
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Summary: Exploring The Unknown Universe.
Review: I hope everyone enjoyed the deleted scenes on the 1st Farscape DVD. The US version now begins to differ on the episode order. But to be fair I have the entire 1st season on the UK edition. Throne for a loss-gives Rygel a great comedy relief to Farscape. He really shines here. We get our 1st glimpse of a race called the Tavleks, who are battle scared renegades, whose real business is holding hostages for ransom-as Rygel soon discovers. A classic! Next is- Exodus from Genesis- While attempting to hide from Crais' scout ships Moya takes refuge behind a cloud of asteroid debris. The debris is,in fact, a swarm of Draks(alien life forms). Crichton discovers that these "space cockroaches" have invaded the ship, & have created replicas of him & the entire crew. Mean while,peacekeepers have boarded Moya, where they kill every Drak replicant they can find. But can they take the heat? These episodes are to be commended for some new sci-fi ideas that are not apparent in many sci-fi shows or movies.You will also enjoy the profile on Aeryn Sun & the original Jim Henson company Farscape Trailer. You'll soon see how STAR WARS would be if it could be a weekly TV series. This is as close as you can get. So enjoy it.
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Summary: This show just pulls you In!!!!
Review: I really enjoyed these two episodes.I bought the first dvd and loved it esspecially the premeiere episode.Then I watched Throne for a loss this episode is great because the interactions with the characters D'argo,Crichton,and Aeryn are funny yet heart warming.I really do hope every single show goes on dvd.I have a become a Huge Farscape fan in such a short time.These shows are definetly worth watching more than once.You won't be disappointed.
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