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Originally posted by ForeverSg1
Oh and my 4yr old just told me she wants to go get her hair cut short like Carter, so I'm trying to figure out what season to go with. Any suggestions?
Kat
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You know, while you're perfectly entitled to feel the way you do and to express that opinion, posts like this one really bother me. I couldn't possibly agree more about your assessment of Amanda Tapping's acting abilities; she is truly gifted. She is certainly a far better actress than most of the "celebrities" being shoved our way by Hollywood these days.
But I think it's rather presumptuous of us to think that we're in any way qualified to make judgements about what is or isn't a good career move for any individual. We don't know them. We have virtually no understanding of their lives. As disturbingly aquainted as many people are with Amanda Tapping's career, public persona, and the small glimpses she allows of her private life, there's a whole lot more to this woman about which we are completely unfamiliar.
To say that Amanda would be great on another series or in movies is already a given. But the harsh, unfair truth is that very rarely does the most talented and capable actress win the roles and opportunities which she deserves. In my view, Amanda Tapping is a lot better served by her role on SG-1 than she would be by performing in many of the LA productions. I for one don't want to see her relegated to the token female roles of lawyer/doctor/mother that seem to be the only fare available for actresses over the age of 30 in Hollywood. In fact, the most recent trend is for established, well-regarded actors (you know, the ones who can actually act) to take what must be considered less glamrous work simply for the challenge. Sci-fi in general is currently providing them more opportunites to practice their craft than standard fare network television, which is why the likes of Beau Bridges, Lou Gossett Jr., and Edward James Olmos have all taken roles in the genre.
And to be even more frank, Amanda Tapping owes whatever fame and celebrity she does have to the folks at Stargate. I'm fairly confident that she realizes this far better than any of us do. While many people in this thread feel that Stargate is rather fortunate to have Amanda Tapping (and I count myself among them), the converse is certainly even more true. Finally, as has been continually pointed out, her life has most recently undergone significant changes. Despite desires here for her to expand her notoriety and to find that ultimate professional achievment, it seems infinitely more likely to me that the stability, comfort, and family feel of Stargate would be a more enticing option than the extensive travel, grueling auditions, and ungodly hours that accompany prospecting for new roles.
But then again, that's just my own presumptuous take on it. I don't KNOW any more than the rest of you. Which I'm pretty sure was the whole point behind this post.Last edited by golfbooy; 10 June 2005, 02:12 PM.
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it is very possible that she likes being a big fish in a little pond. and i'm not saying this to diss anyone or any character, but there are vast differences between hollywood and vancouver. Vancouver is a bit more laid back, and yes, some of the things coming out from there are not as 'big' as hollywood, but also, they don't have to be big. it's steady, reliable work. which, i think, is why many actors stay there.
everyone and thier uncle goes to hollywood to 'make it big', and very few succeed. and they have to fight a thousand others who are trying to do the exact same thing
yet it doesn't seem quite so cut throat in vancouver.
we do know that amanda is well liked and respected in Vancouver, and that goes a long way in getting jobs
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Just one small note to add to the discussion of AT's acting career and possible future plans. Remember Gillian Anderson? She did how many seasons on the X-Files? She won how many awards (an Emmy or two) for best actress? Seen her lately?
Sometimes the best actresses don't get the jobs. Today, too many people want fluff, not substance. Plastic faces and saline breasts, not truly beautiful women, with real talent.
OK, I'm finished. I think AT is a fantastic actress and a very beautiful lady, inside and out. Whatever she decides, I can only wish her the best. For now, I will be very happy to see her remain in SG-1, (in command!).
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Originally posted by Skydiverit is very possible that she likes being a big fish in a little pond. and i'm not saying this to diss anyone or any character, but there are vast differences between hollywood and vancouver. Vancouver is a bit more laid back, and yes, some of the things coming out from there are not as 'big' as hollywood, but also, they don't have to be big. it's steady, reliable work. which, i think, is why many actors stay there.
everyone and thier uncle goes to hollywood to 'make it big', and very few succeed. and they have to fight a thousand others who are trying to do the exact same thing
yet it doesn't seem quite so cut throat in vancouver.
we do know that amanda is well liked and respected in Vancouver, and that goes a long way in getting jobs
I think you're right on...but I think there's more to it.
My sense is that, while she might consider doing a guest spot here and there on some US or British or Australian shows, I just believe that she will more than likely want to keep her Vancouver roots intact.
She's established there and has a nice home even if it was built by Papa Smurf on crack...she has a newborn daughter and is planning to have more kids in the future...and I don't think she'll want to do anything to uproot or disrupt her daughter's family environment.Last edited by Uber; 10 June 2005, 12:53 PM.
...You're ALWAYS Welcome in Samanda: Amanda's Community of New Fans and Old Friends...
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Originally posted by golfbooyYou know, while you're perfectly entitled to feel the way you do and to express that opinion, posts like this one really bother me. (snip, snip) But I think it's rather presumptuous of us to think that we're in any way qualified to make judgements about what is or isn't a good career move for any individual. We don't know them. We have virtually no understanding of their lives.
As disturbingly aquainted as many people are with Amanda Tapping's career, public persona, and the small glimpses she allows of her private life, there's a whole lot more to this woman about which we are completely unfamiliar.
To say that Amanda would be great on another series or in movies is already a given. But the harsh, unfair truth is that very rarely does the most talented and capable actress win the roles and opportunities which she deserves. In my view, Amanda Tapping is a lot better served by her role on SG-1 than she would be by performing in many of the LA productions. I for one don't want to see her relegated to the token female roles of lawyer/doctor/mother that seem to be the only fare available for actresses over the age of 30 in Hollywood. In fact, the most recent trend is for established, well-regarded actors (you know, the ones who can actually act) to take what must be considered less glamrous work simply for the challenge.
And to be even more frank, Amanda Tapping owes whatever fame and celebrity she does have to the folks at Stargate. I'm fairly confident that she realizes this far better than any of us do. While many people in this thread feel that Stargate is rather fortunate to have Amanda Tapping (and I count myself among them), the converse is certainly even more true.
Finally, as has been continually pointed out, her life has most recently undergone significant changes. Despite desires here for her to expand her notoriety and to find that ultimate professional achievment, it seems infinitely more likely to me that the stability, comfort, and family feel of Stargate would be a more enticing option than the extensive travel, grueling auditions, and ungodly hours that accompany prospecting for new roles.
To be frank your post has made me so uncomfortable that I will be deleting my previous post because if you can get that out of what I wrote - which is no where near what was intended - I obviously did a very poor job at writing it. In that regard, I would appreciate it if you would please see your way clear to deleting the quote of my post from your post. Thank you.Last edited by binkpmmc; 10 June 2005, 01:22 PM.
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PLEASE, I don't think anyone intended any post to be directed at anyone else. This is OUR place, remember? Don't bring in petty arguments or disagreements. We are all entitled to our opinions, right?
I know I'm no mod.....but I really don't want to see "flaming" or anything close to that on this thread. Please.......and if I'm out of line, I'm sorry.
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Originally posted by skydiverhow about a style like what's in your sig? it's shorter, but still long enough to play with...and if she doesnt' like it, it'll grow out fasterOriginally posted by jckfan55That's cool that she wants to look like Carter. Just make sure you get a good stylist. I remember as a little kid suffering through this awful short "pixie" cut that was in fashion years ago. More than one of my women friends has said that she had that cut. One said at a fair, someone called her "son." Luckily it never happened to me.
My daughter has pretty long hair right now and she hates having to get her hair combed and put up into barretts or scrunchees in the morning. Also with summer upon us, she swims a lot and she doesn't like her hair constantly in her face. In my opinion, she actually looks the best with all of her hair pulled away from her face, so I guess the short hair would be a ok for her...but I'm really nervous about it.
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Originally posted by AtteriaJust one small note to add to the discussion of AT's acting career and possible future plans. Remember Gillian Anderson? She did how many seasons on the X-Files? She won how many awards (an Emmy or two) for best actress? Seen her lately?
Sometimes the best actresses don't get the jobs. Today, too many people want fluff, not substance. Plastic faces and saline breasts, not truly beautiful women, with real talent.
OK, I'm finished. I think AT is a fantastic actress and a very beautiful lady, inside and out. Whatever she decides, I can only wish her the best. For now, I will be very happy to see her remain in SG-1, (in command!).
I would really miss Amanda should she ever decide to leave Stargate, but if she does one day decide to go the way of RDA, my hat would be off to her as well. She's given me eight( soon to be nine ) years of happiness and entertainment and now it may be time for her to do the same for her little girl.
If Amanda is happy with the situation at Stargate, then she has 100% of my support and admiration. I will miss the Sam of old, but as a mom I can totally understand her wanting to spend as much time as she can with her new daughter and who knows maybe we'll be lucky enough to some day see her do a few guest spots on a sitcom or as a lead in a romantic comedy.
One can always hope, right??
Kat
Edited: Thanks to Rogue, I fixed my error regarding Gillian's daughter. I wasn't sure exactly when she had her baby. I only recall reading several interviews where she stated that she was still acting, but wanted to spend more time with her daughter.Last edited by ForeverSg1; 10 June 2005, 08:05 PM.
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Binkpmmc,
Sorry, I don't want anyone to feel attacked or uncomfortable, or unwelcome here by any means. That certainly was not my intention. If that's the way my post made you feel, then I certainly apologize for that.
However, in the opening of your post you stated your feelings that Stargate is holding Amanda Tapping back and that it would do her good to leave the show. That seemed like a judgement you were making about her career choices. That was how the post read to me; once again, my apologies if I misconstrued your intentions.
I am not sure where you got the impression that I was personalizing anything ...
In that regard, I would appreciate it if you would please see your way clear to deleting the quote of my post from your post. Thank you.
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Phew, that was a close one!!! In case anybody hadn’t noticed (oh go on, somebody must have… ), I’ve been locked out of the Kingdom for the past couple of days. All I did was update the email address in my profile, and ZAP!!! According to GW Central, they’ve had a technical problem which prevented them verifying my identity - sabotage by the Goa’uld maybe? Or the Sam-Bashers?
Anyway my Fellow Samandans, I’m just dropping by to say I’m now back amongst you.
And to celebrate my 100th post (all on SaGC), I thought I’d share with you this image of the faithful 1speed steed (AKA The Inbred), taking a short break from patrolling the tracks and trails of our beloved Kingdom.
OK, it may not look like much (especially when compared to the Royal Accountant‘s ultra-lightweight, built-out-of-tin-cans, gazillion-speed flying machine), but I can assure you that it is fully equipped with the latest stealth technology, giving it the capability to sneak up on any Sam-Bashers who may attempt to infiltrate our hallowed Land.
Admittedly, this capability is usually compromised by the ragged breathing, thumping heartbeat, and creaking knees of the pilot, but rest assured we are doing our best to keep Samanda a safe and Sam-Friendly place.
And I don’t suppose I could have some of that lovely cake now? You just don’t know how hard I’ve found these last few days, watching it being passed around and not being able to have any…
1s4S
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Originally posted by golfbooyBinkpmmc,
Sorry, I don't want anyone to feel attacked or uncomfortable, or unwelcome here by any means. That certainly was not my intention. If that's the way my post made you feel, then I certainly apologize for that.
Sure, no problem, I'll gladly edit my post. Again, I wasn't personally attacking anyone, then or now. I'm feeling a bit defensive myself at the moment, though I stand by my comments. I regret any miscommunication or hard feelings.
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Originally posted by ForeverSg1In all honesty, AT may soon go the way of Gillian Anderson, and this is not to knock either actresses in anyway, but I think we haven't seen as much of Gillian Anderson lately due mostly to the fact that she became a mother near the end of the series and decided to put her child before her career. Many actresses do this, it's not a bad thing. In fact in my opinion it's a decision that should be applauded. Any parent who has the opportunity to stay at home with their children and who chooses to do so is taking on one of the greatest challenges and jobs there is. Unfortuantely not everyone has this ability, nor would many choose to do so even if given the opportunity, but I truly believe it can only enhance a child's life.
I would really miss Amanda should she ever decide to leave Stargate, but if she does one day decide to go the way of RDA, my hat would be off to her as well. She's given me eight( soon to be nine ) years of happiness and entertainment and now it may be time for her to do the same for her little girl.
If Amanda is happy with the situation at Stargate, then she has 100% of my support and admiration. I will miss the Sam of old, but as a mom I can totally understand her wanting to spend as much time as she can with her new daughter and who knows maybe we'll be lucky enough to some day see her do a few guest spots on a sitcom or as a lead in a romantic comedy.
One can always hope, right??
Kat
Guess that's it. I'm now in a very strange mood. Sorry.
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Originally posted by ChopinGalMy Good Baker
It seems that you have misunderstood my former note regarding your exquisite pastries and delicious temptations. Just as Royal Photographer has been doing, I was munching on one of your sinfully rich creations even as I penned my note. A blob of rich cream actually fell onto my writing paper and I dutifully licked it off before continuing ... 'tis a messy job, but someone had to do it.
We Royal Hens will just have to be more active in order to balance the consumption of cakes and creams. I myself have asked our Royal Guard Patrol to provide a suitable one-speed cycle to help me keep in shape. The Royal Accountant has no such problem - she maintains a daily exercise on the hills and dales with her 107-speed naquadah-enhanced cycle. I understand that said bike was a present from the Queen herself in reward for keeping the Samandan budget in excellent order. Beans and bikes, that's our Royal Accountant's forte!
Yes, continue with the baked goods ... the aroma alone in the early morning wafts through Samanda and brings a smile to the lips and a growl to the tummy. Cake, we must have cake.
Cordially
Jester
Allow me to point you in the direction of your own "State College", on the weekend of 20-21st August. There you will find one-speeds aplenty, with the added bonuses (boni?) of drinking , amusing facial hair , nudity , tattoos , and piercings .
Unfortunately I shall not be attending on this occasion - I'm still working on the facial hair...
1s4S
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