Cudlo 0 #1 March 8, 2006 Just saw the premiere... nice show. One thing that bothered me tho... why is it whenever they make a military themed show there has to be marital infidelity in the first episode? I am sure there were others but just off the top of my head "Over There" and now "The Unit" both have one of the wives cheating on her husband in the very first episode... Is this really necessary?_________________________________________ "People demand freedom of speech to make up for the freedom of thought which they avoid." - Kierkegaard Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #2 March 8, 2006 who cares about that. They screwed up the skydiving scene. They didn't prebreathe for their 35,000 ft jump. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #3 March 8, 2006 Well... it does happen... so... why not be truthful about it...Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlkskycam 0 #4 March 8, 2006 QuoteJust saw the premiere... nice show. One thing that bothered me tho... why is it whenever they make a military themed show there has to be marital infidelity in the first episode? I am sure there were others but just off the top of my head "Over There" and now "The Unit" both have one of the wives cheating on her husband in the very first episode... Is this really necessary? (obscure baseball "humor") Let me know when Randy Johnson guest stars. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlkskycam 0 #5 March 8, 2006 Quotewho cares about that. They screwed up the skydiving scene. They didn't prebreathe for their 35,000 ft jump. We're they jumping "Units?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #6 March 8, 2006 super secret ultra trained special forces. Aparently part of the Army. Seems to resemble SEAL team Six. A counter terrorist unit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #7 March 8, 2006 ever been in the military? cheating IS rampant... hell if you've ever been to Hood, just look for the Tide box in the window when the Division is deployed/in the field... it has more to do with the AGE most service members get married at, but add lack of attention due to spouses being away continually (lately) and you'll begin recognize there is ALWAYS more going on than even the rumor mill reports...____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cudlo 0 #8 March 8, 2006 I know it happens (hell.. 3/4 of the people I enlisted with were cheating before they got out of MEPS.) What I am asking is... why does it have to be in the first damn episode? Can't I enjoy ONE episode without having to see that shit?_________________________________________ "People demand freedom of speech to make up for the freedom of thought which they avoid." - Kierkegaard Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #9 March 8, 2006 because the show is selling itself as 'true to life' hell they are even using state of the art cellphone encryption devices 'just for show'...____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5432154321 0 #10 March 8, 2006 QuoteJust saw the premiere... nice show. One thing that bothered me tho... why is it whenever they make a military themed show there has to be marital infidelity in the first episode? I am sure there were others but just off the top of my head "Over There" and now "The Unit" both have one of the wives cheating on her husband in the very first episode... Is this really necessary? [Start Butthead Accent] huuuu huuuuuh.... he said unit huuu huuuuu.[End Butthead Accent] --- xenaswampjumper SPANKS THIS ASS!!! I WISH karenmeal spanked this ass too..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegreekone 0 #11 March 8, 2006 I wanted to see what TV show David Mamet would attach his name to. I am sorry I missed it. Anybody know if they are gonna show a rerun before next week? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #12 March 8, 2006 Quote(obscure baseball "humor") Let me know when Randy Johnson guest stars. No, no! That's the big Eunich. ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlkskycam 0 #13 March 8, 2006 QuoteQuote(obscure baseball "humor") Let me know when Randy Johnson guest stars. No, no! That's the big Eunich. The teases for the coming show would still be amusing - "Tonight - The Big Eunuch on The Unit!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #14 March 8, 2006 QuoteJust saw the premiere... nice show. One thing that bothered me tho... why is it whenever they make a military themed show there has to be marital infidelity in the first episode? I wish they would have left the whole "wives at home" part out of the show all together. Who gives a crap? It's about the soldiers kicking terrorist ass. That's what they should concentrate on. It was a pretty neat Cessna-182 side-slip landing on that country road. As for exiting a plane at 35,000 feet, at night, and landing their parachutes exactly in front of your teammates on the ground? I'm not so sure about that one... I didn't see any infrared beacons. I liked the warning the boss made to the reluctant do-nothing commander on the ground: "Three of my best men are up there in the woods. If you give our position away to the terrorists, they'll be down here to take care of you." Oh, and it was nice of the terrorists to quit fighting back long enough for him to reload his pistol with a fresh magazine. Excellent timing, when you can get them to cooperate like that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildblue 7 #15 March 8, 2006 I'm still confused as to what side-sliping had to do with anything... I think they heard a term and just really wanted to use it somewhere. John, you want to complain about no infrared beacons?! That breaks it for you, but the not prebreathing for a high-alti jump, that was ok with you? Eh, I'm not altogether impressed with the show. I might watch it if I'm bored, but President Palmer trying to be a bad ass with a gun just doesn't work for me.it's like incest - you're substituting convenience for quality Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 2 #16 March 8, 2006 Quotebecause the show is selling itself as 'true to life' hell they are even using state of the art cellphone encryption devices 'just for show'... If they are supposed to be true to like they shouldnt have used such obviously fake freefall footage__ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #17 March 8, 2006 I wish they would have left the whole "wives at home" part out of the show all together. Who gives a crap?Quote Maybe all the wives and SOs at home in real life who serve just as their counterparts do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildblue 7 #18 March 8, 2006 Dammit b^2 - stop trying to be the voice of sanity. If someone doesn't like something, then it's crap and should be disallowed. Stop trying to convince the world otherwise.it's like incest - you're substituting convenience for quality Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #19 March 8, 2006 QuoteDammit b^2 - stop trying to be the voice of sanity. If someone doesn't like something, then it's crap and should be disallowed. Stop trying to convince the world otherwise. . Now damnit blue...he is entitled to his opinion for sure, I was just pointing out that maybe there are some that could relate (like me) I found the show to be a bit out there...but hey that too is just my own .02 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpwally 0 #20 March 8, 2006 Does the Tide box mean someone is available? Never heard that one,,maybe i'll try that out.....smile, be nice, enjoy life FB # - 1083 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #21 March 9, 2006 QuoteI'm still confused as to what side-sliping had to do with anything... I think they heard a term and just really wanted to use it somewhere. John, you want to complain about no infrared beacons?! That breaks it for you, but the not prebreathing for a high-alti jump, that was ok with you? Well the made it sound like the side-slipping might be to help avoid rocket fire from the terrorist spotters hiding in the woods, but it also could have been just to get down to the road and land quickly, without taking the time for a normal line-up. I'm not even sure a rocket could home-in on a Cessna - would it generate enough of a heat signature? It ain't spittin' fire like a military jet. Pre-breathing O2? The plane was pressurized, so we're supposed to think that was all they needed. Once they opened the door, they had their bail-out O2 masks on. Did you notice the delay between the two jumpers? Heck, at the speed of that jet, the 2nd guy would have been hundreds of yards behind the 1st one out. They did have a cool effect of a wispy cloud layer coming up at them, with the ground beyond it. I liked that touch. And what was with that freaky freefall track position, while they were flying in no-contact formation? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #22 March 9, 2006 QuoteI wish they would have left the whole "wives at home" part out of the show all together. Who gives a crap?Quote Maybe all the wives and SOs at home in real life who serve just as their counterparts do? Yep, I figure that was the show's attempt to keep the female viewers happy, as they watch with their hubby's. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #23 March 9, 2006 QuoteIf someone doesn't like something, then it's crap and should be disallowed. Where did I say it should be disallowed? If you disagree with my opinion, that's fine. But don't go inventing stuff to try and make me look bad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #24 March 9, 2006 QuoteYep, I figure that was the show's attempt to keep the female viewers happy, as they watch with their hubby's. Seriously dissappointed John. I watched it alone..as my SO is deployed ...for the 2nd time, 16 out of the last 18 months. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trippin 0 #25 March 9, 2006 my wife liked the unit but loves mine the best Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
