In this episode we respond to some of the awesome feedback we received for the episode, “Olivia. In the Lab. With the Revolver.” We discuss topics such as the history and origin of Sam, the relationship and history of Bell/Bishop/Sharp/Bishop, and Inter-dimensional Dave gives us an update on his “Hero’s Journey” theory. Thanks to all who sent in feedback and #TFPTwinge replies for this episode.
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Dear “Clint and Darrell are awesome”,
During the podcast you guys spoke of the heavy blue flares or flashes particularly when Diane Kruger was on screen. Aside from the mythology this phenomena is called “lens flaring”. It is a technique often employed by JJ Abrams. He made liberal use of it in his Star Trek movie adaptation. It’s especially noticeable during USS enterprise bridge scenes. Some people find it annoying but I don’t have a problem with it.
And, (heavy sigh) thanks to Clint for being my designated email reader. Its obvious you enjoy it so. Consider us even because I was going to watch “Fight Club” for the FIRST time this Friday night! Good job buddy.
I found that lens flare thing in the Star Trek movie very, very distracting. Loved the movie, but hated the flares – way too many of them….. There are not so many in Fringe, so it isn’t so bothersome.
IHardy, Here is how Abrams responded to the lens flaring when asked by the good folks at io9 (an awesome sci-fi site).
I’m curious to hear more about why you decided to use so many lens flares, and exactly when you decided to use them?
[Smiles] I don’t know what you’re talking about. [Laughs] I’m kidding. I know what you’re saying with the lens flares. It was one of those things… I wanted a visual system that felt unique. I know there are certain shots where even I watch and think, “Oh that’s ridiculous, that was too many.” But I love the idea that the future was so bright it couldn’t be contained in the frame.
Ah… Thanks Inter-dimensional Dave! (can I call you Dave for short?) I hadn’t read that. It was (in the movie) a mite annoying, still, makes you want to wipe them away so you can see the actors. Or maybe now (in Fringe) one of the flares will cover up The Scene when someone finally tells Peter You Know What, so that Clint will never get closure…. (teasing! lol..)