
Reviews — Battlestar Galactica
Audience write-ups from TMDB
John Smith
Having experienced the initial television program and subsequently viewing this version, I’m finding it difficult to engage with, even having trouble completing the first season. The changes feel jarring—it comes across as overly modern in its approach to social issues, unnecessarily focused on gender dynamics, seemingly arbitrary in its plot developments, and employing a chaotic visual style that makes it hard to en…
Rob
It’s disappointing that my enjoyment of this series was lessened by constant thoughts about the initial Battlestar Galactica film and how much it diverged from that version. It really is a good program; the visuals are stunning, and the characters are well-developed. The plot twists and acts of deception kept me engaged. However, I found myself frequently noticing all the changes made compared to the earlier story. U…
GenerationofSwine
It’s easy to see why some people reacted negatively to Starbuck at first; she felt like an unnecessary alteration in what could have been another reboot filled with changes that would diminish the original, similar to how "V" did. However, this reboot ended up being exceptional, and even though I feel a little guilty saying it—because of my affection for the 1978 version—the 2004 Starbuck proved to be far superior…
zag
This is likely my absolute favorite science fiction program, ranking alongside shows like Breaking Bad and Sons of Anarchy as one of my top three series of all time. Everything about it feels flawless; the actors were well-chosen, the narratives are expansive and full of thrilling instances. It’s intelligent science fiction with enough action to create a real sense of excitement. The way the show and its character…
John Smith
It’s hard to imagine a downside to this series; its conclusion is truly the only flaw. I would have to say it ranks among the finest science fiction programs centered around space exploration.


