[Z-man]

I think Boltar is human, or at least part human. Otherwise the whole 'defection to the cylons' won't make sense. I really don't think he's a cylon.

I believe that the cylon tester/detector is indeed functional. Perhaps when he leaves someone will have to learn how to use it! The whole 'cylons look like humans' is one of the new elements that makes the new series fresh, IMHO.

The space 'pan & scan' shots are great. I believe they wanted to film it as if you were sitting in a raptor in space watching the whole thing. I am glad that they are not over-playing it. The CGI isn't as hard edged as some other sci-fi shows (ie: Star Trek Voyager), and that also adds a better realistic feel to the scenes.

Glad to have found some Gallactica P-heads! Hmm - we've got 3+ months to discuss and mull over the possibilities!

I also like the religious overtones and the archeological aspects - again, it really adds to the realism and the grittiness. I also like the use of colors, especially RED on the cylon woman. (Seems when she's most 'cylon' she's dressed in red.) That said, I do not find number six to be attractive.

One question I ponder is this: why would they want to find earth knowing that the cylons would be not far behind? Are they thinking that the folks on earth would find a way to destroy the cylons? I know the whole 'quest for earth' started with the first series, but even in the first series, it doesn't make much sense to bring that type of danger to fellow human beings.

-Z.