TWILIGHT ZONE was MUCH BETTER
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Owlwise — 10 years ago(October 19, 2015 09:24 AM)
I second that. Both TZ & TOL were intelligent, atmospheric examinations of the human condition , as well as thoughtful, philosophical speculation. Each series took a different approach, making each one distinctive & more sharply focused on its chosen direction. No need to set them against each other in a ridiculous, artificial competition. I'm glad we have both series, because they both hold up beautifully half a century later.
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Carycomic — 10 years ago(October 19, 2015 12:17 PM)
TZ was kind of a buffet. Offering a well-crafted mixture of science fiction, allegorical fantasy, a few lighter-hearted fables, and one psychologtical thriller (starring Martin Landau) in equal measure.
But, in terms of straightforward sci-fi? I'd have to give the edge to OL. -
jadedbaby — 9 years ago(August 20, 2016 04:14 AM)
TZ was a great show but took itself too seriously, as did dear Rod Serling. Certain TZ eps are unwatchable because they are so preachy or because the acting is so hammy.
TOL was more fun and, as is often said, the hour format made for better storytelling. Of course the production values were not as good as the TZ. But I find that gives the TOL a certian charm that the TZ lacks. -
domester82 — 9 years ago(August 27, 2016 08:05 PM)
They're both great shows. I love both, but they're quite different. TOL is more straight up science fiction, where TZ was a mix of fantasy , the unexplained, and occasional sci fi.
Can we agree that they're both better than much of what makes up television these days? The original Star Trek, too , is a fave of mine
