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Merlin on BBC Question

please god why?

why does anyone like this awful show? I wince at every scene cursing the idiot who decided to dress the king in a leather jacket - who incidentally has short hair. AT least buy some bloody wigs for the cast. As for the plastic set which is spotlessly clean, i almost switched over to x factor through annoyance which i'll never forgive those clueless creatives for deciding on. And did the beeb get these actors from toys r us? Art is supposed to be made to look easy by the artist - these poofs encourage other half wits around this chavvy country to give acting a shot. The one reason why i'm not going totally ballistic about this tinny series is purely coz jordan still has her own show which beats merlin to the top prize of shite. Get a proper director, new creatives, costume dept, actors who can actually convey emotion, then you'll be on a better track.
 foxy21 posted over a year ago
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Merlin on BBC Answers

morgause said:
@foxy21:

Arthur legend is one of the richest sources of historical anthorism, so the idea of characters having short hair and wearing costumes containing leather, plate armor, and any type of fabric is by no means incorrect. The original tales by Mallory, Chrétien de Troyes were written as if they were taking place in the late middle ages, despite the fact the early authors claimed to set Arthur's Camelot in the 4th or 6th century. In a land of legendary fantasy historical accuracy counts for less than a haypenny. The creative and production team of "Merlin" including the sets, costumes and props reflect exactly what is intended: 'a time of myth in a land of magic'.

I don't really understand what your 'question' is. I suppose it was 'why does anyone like this awful show?'. In answer to that I'd say for starters, because most people don't think it's an 'awful show' to begin with. Every fan will like the show for different reasons, including because of the story, actors, style etc.

And I think your estimation of the talent on the series is hardly justified. The cast of "Merlin" brings out the best on current running television. If you don't like the series fine, but why rant over it on a fan gathering place? Joining a fan club for media you dislike insults your intelligence. Trolling is a nasty habit, it's really better to find more positive pastimes than wasting time posting on the internet about things you dislike.
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YOU ROCK MORGAUSE!!! I'm right behind you with that!!
knight_princess posted over a year ago
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Thanks Knight_Princess :) Although I had a very silly error should have read 'Arthurian Legend' not 'Arthur Legend', I was so disguested when I read the rant I couldn't think. lol I guess it still serves it's purpose.
morgause posted over a year ago
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I think it is the best answer put forward!
heartmerlin2 posted over a year ago
Storystuff said:
i agree that the set is low budget, the characters always were the same costumes and yes the plotline is quite predictible. But Merlin is also an enjoyable TV show. It's something that you have to leave your brain behind with and just go along with the show. It's not genius or intellectual but it's enjoyable, fun and entertaining. And in my eyes, that's all it needs to be....


And besides Merlin is WAY WAY WAY better than any rubbish that's on tv at the moment, theres nothing good and .... And waht happened to Doctor who??? WHo tried to make itm (gulp) funny when it clearly isn't???
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U rock!
Shepard14 posted over a year ago
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Thank u!!!
Storystuff posted over a year ago
knight_princess said:
Merlin is cool. Go and be mean to another group.
Actually don't Fanpop isn't about 'anti' people coming on and saying horrible stuff.
Anyway, why even bother making a comment if you hate it that much? People who go out of their way to do something like this are actually a little stupid....

Oh, and I guess you didn't see Colin, Katie and Bradley's performances on Saturday! They were amazing in the last episode!!!
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More than a little in my opinion!
heartmerlin2 posted over a year ago
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U ROCK!!
Shepard14 posted over a year ago
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im glad someone stood up to this person!!!!
JTK25 posted over a year ago
heartmerlin2 said:
I am right behind u knight_princess! If you hate it so much, why do u watch it anyway? (Which is clear u do)!
Are u always this negative?! Did you post this just to upset everyone or to get some attention?

Its a great show and if u ask the 515 members there are at the mo (which is soon going to grow) they will tell u the exact same thing!
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I ♥ U!!! GO MERLIN!!!
Shepard14 posted over a year ago
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yeh!!!! Go heartmerlin2, u rock!!!!!
Storystuff posted over a year ago
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OH yay U Rock!!!!
SMackedLove posted over a year ago
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Thanks, i just so angre! I have never been so annoyed in my life!
heartmerlin2 posted over a year ago
Alexi95 said:
'Chavvy contry?' Do you mind! That is totally uncalled for, and Merlin is an awsome show so don't be so mean!
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I agree, Alexi95!
knight_princess posted over a year ago
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same here!
i-luv-jazz-hale posted over a year ago
Shepard14 said:
Merlin is the best show I have ever seen. The costumes are awesome, the actors are awesome, the director is so creative and imaginative, I love the story line, so there is nothing you can say that will convince me otherwise. Go insult another tv show because clearly you have picked the wrong fanbase to insult!!!
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Ohhhh!!!! Love the last sentence on that comment!!! Amen to that, you go dude!!!! (or dudette, but ya know, i call everyone dude anyway so...)
Storystuff posted over a year ago
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Thnx! Go ahead, call me dude. Everyone does! YOU R AWESOME!!
Shepard14 posted over a year ago
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hahah thnx dude
Shepard14 posted over a year ago
i-luv-jazz-hale said:
If you dont like the show then don't watch it. nobody is forcing you to. just don't spoil it for anybody else. This is a fansite for the show for people how like it so don't waste your time being anti-merlin because we will all think you are a rotten pig.
I admit that sometimes they do somethings a little iffy or not to my taste but remember nobodys perfect. No director or actor can do this show perfectly becuase everybody has their own views on how it should be. But I think they have done a darn good job.
At first, i admit, i was a little doubtious but the show proved me wrong. I like how they have added little twists in the plot (like gwen being a servant, and morganna being good)
go join a haters club but sdon't bother us.
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If you dont like the show then don't watch it. nobody is forcing you to. just don't spoil it for anybody else. This is a fansite for the show for people how like it so don't waste your time being anti-merlin because we will all think you are a rotten pig.
I admit that sometimes they do somethings a little iffy or not to my taste but remember nobodys perfect. No director or actor can do this show perfectly becuase everybody has their own views on how it should be. But I think they have done a darn good job.
At first, i admit, i was a little doubtious but the show proved me wrong. I like how they have added little twists in the plot (like gwen being a servant, and morganna being good)
go join a haters club but sdon't bother us.
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HELL YEH!!!!!!!
Storystuff posted over a year ago
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thanks
i-luv-jazz-hale posted over a year ago
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Love ur arguement i-luv-jazz-hale! BRILLIANT!
heartmerlin2 posted over a year ago
AussieTiva said:
How can anyone twist up words like that? Merlin is a brilliant show, and one of the best out there and there isn't many shows I watch. Their costumes suits the character, the vibrant colours of the clothing they wear is what makes the character. there is no need to make petty comments about Merlin in that kind of fashion. Merlin rocks. No need to knock it like that. The storylines are so incredible and my eyes are glued to the t.v. If you have something to say in that way, then its best to keep your lips sealed up tight and leave the ones who enjoy Merlin alone.
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I TOTALLY AGREE!!! when do you think series 3 will be out? i dont think they have finished filming yet though...
i-luv-jazz-hale posted over a year ago
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omg that is a scary thought!
chickencheese posted over a year ago
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isn't he supposed to be a BOY WIZARD?!
chickencheese posted over a year ago
merlinmonkeyfan said:
merlin rocks and it is not awful. so go and join a "i hate tv" fansite and rant about it there, just don't bother us!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Good one!
heartmerlin2 posted over a year ago
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lol, that rocks!!! (like ure icon bi da way!)
Storystuff posted over a year ago
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thanks!
merlinmonkeyfan posted over a year ago
chickencheese said:
For a start, the reason people like this show is because WE have a good taste in TV!!!!!!
I, for example, am interested in the legend, more than like the actors and generally like this sort of thing.

Therefore, I would appreciate it if you would apologize, then shut your ******* mouth!

Sorry got a bit angry there.
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GO CHICKENCHEESE! That was brill!
heartmerlin2 posted over a year ago
Morgana4Good said:
Yeah? You don't like it? Well that's your opinion isn't it? Here at the merlin fan club, we do, so get out! If YOU don't like it, that's your problem, not ours, so why r u on the merlin fan club?
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You know, I think we would all apriciate it if you shut your gob, went away, never came back to this fan club
Morgana4Good posted over a year ago
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