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Originally Posted by Janszoon
People keep comparing film to long-running TV series as if that's the only thing on TV, but what about miniseries? At their best, those have all the strengths of a long-running series (more time for character development, more time for plot development, etc.) and none of the weaknesses (lack of direction, wearing out their welcome, etc.). I've really come to appreciate a good miniseries lately. I'm currently watching The Pacific, for example, and it's pretty great.
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I know what you mean. Even though it had a few seasons, I consider Battlestar Galactica (the new one) to be a mini series and it was the ****. It had a clear ending so it didn't drag on and on like most sci fi shows. I couldn't stop watching it.
I'm kind of torn in the argument. Movies serve their purpose...and sometimes I do want something that will occupy me for a couple hours as opposed to a quick half hour to 45 minute show. Then again, I love the slower development of shows. I guess it depends on my mood.