Andy_G

Huh??? Did you mean "objective?"

PaulHeroy

I haven't read the original article, but it seems obvious to me that the flaws they are saying DVD magnifies are the technical flaws in the picture, not the content of the show itself. They are absolutely right that the better resolution of DVD clearly shows some flaws that were not as visible with VHS. It's just like listening to a SACD or even a good CD vs an MP3 or AM broadcast of a song. Flaws such as limited bandwidth, noise etc. in older material won't be noticed nearly as much in a low resolution format as a higher res format.

Seymour Uranowitz

Having read the article, I don't think the reference was merely to its technical flaws. Use of the term "bad show" pretty clearly indicates a low opinion of the overall production -- artistically, technically and otherwise.

Dan Lindley

Setting aside opinions on the quality (like-ability) of Space 1999 or other shows, I'm guessing this discussion reveals a bit about different folks' willingness to tolerate various technical flaws, flaws in sets, etc.

For me, I very easily suspend disbelief and forgive shows that I like for their transgressions (including, and perhaps esp TOS).

So DVD may magnify some problems, but for shows I like, I vote: so what, no big deal. I'm just happy, sometimes so happy, to have old faves on my shelf, ready for me and my kids.

Heck, I reckon you wouldn't even be human beings if you didn't have some pretty strong personal feelings about nuclear combat.