Problems with Project ALF

ALFsince86 · Post by **ALFsince86** » Tue Jun 05, 2007 8:43 am

In 1996 I was SO looking forward to seeing ALF again. After all, it had been six long years (the series ended in 1990). However, back then, I couldn't bring myself to watch it when I learned that he was stuck with the Alien Task Force and had not made his way safely back to the Tanners. I can't believe if Paul Fusco had his way when the series ended that ALF wouldn't have come back to the Tanners or successfully met his Melmacian friends.

I took ALF SO seriously in those days (and apparently still do). I hated the thought of him being trapped. I would prefer to think that things would have happened the way they did in the ALF Marvel Comic book series--he went public and everyone loved him!

ALFanatic · Post by **ALFanatic** » Tue Jun 05, 2007 12:51 pm

ALFsince86,

In you post you mention your eager anticipation for the arrival of "Project: ALF", but you do not specifically mention if you have seen the TV movie.

In the closing scene of "Project: ALF" the title of "Ambassador to the Universe" is bestowed upon ALF, and the audience is left to assume that ALF will indeed be a public alien, should there ever be a future TV series or TV movie. Fact is that ALF has become a public alien with his brief run as a talk show host in "ALF's Hit Talk Show".

Now, we just need the next venue for ALF to publicly display his talents.

Mike

ALFsince86 · Post by **ALFsince86** » Tue Jun 05, 2007 12:57 pm

I confess, I did not watch the entire episode because I was so disturbed that ALF had been captured. Thank you for dispelling my anxiety. I guess I would attempt to watch "Project ALF" now. I did enjoy his hit talk show.

Post by **ALFicionado** » Tue Jun 05, 2007 7:31 pm

ALFsince86 wrote:I confess, I did not watch the entire episode because I was so disturbed that ALF had been captured. Thank you for dispelling my anxiety. I guess I would attempt to watch "Project ALF" now. I did enjoy his hit talk show.

You have to see it, trapped or not it is still ALF we're talking about

ALFsince86 · Post by **ALFsince86** » Tue Jun 05, 2007 9:13 pm

I will make an attempt to see it (especially if I happen to win a copy).

mongoose · Post by **mongoose** » Thu Jul 19, 2007 2:48 am

In my honest opinion, Project A.L.F. is a perfect transition from the show. ALF's character has not changed, and everything is true to form. Yes, I would have enjoyed an appearance from the Tanners, but their lack of on screen time was explained. They were in Iceland. I for one love this film, and watch it more than any normal person would ever (sadly lol).

ALFanatic · Post by **ALFanatic** » Thu Jul 19, 2007 3:49 am

mongoose,

Welcome to the Forum. In total agreement with you that "Project: ALF" was a legitimate and logical transition from the ALF TV series. Although I would have liked stronger casting for two psychologist characters, overall ALF's TV movie was a very good effort that, for reasons unknown, is underappreciated, even by many ALF fans.

Mike

melmac_alf · Post by **melmac_alf** » Thu Jul 19, 2007 8:09 am

Here's a link from youtube. It's part 1 of 10 of project alf. I haven't had a chance to watch it, but I want to. If you're not familiar with youtube, to get to parts 2, 3, etc, it's usually on the right hand side under related.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=o2qdHolAv7A

mongoose · Post by **mongoose** » Fri Jul 20, 2007 9:36 am

ALFanatic wrote:mongoose,

Welcome to the Forum. In total agreement with you that "Project: ALF" was a legitimate and logical transition from the ALF TV series. Although I would have liked stronger casting for two psychologist characters, overall ALF's TV movie was a very good effort that, for reasons unknown, is underappreciated, even by many ALF fans.

Mike

Thank you for the warm welcome. Are you referring to Hill and Mulligan's characters?

ALFanatic · Post by **ALFanatic** » Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:51 pm

mongoose,

Answer to your question - yes (William O'leary as Dr. Rick Mullican and Jensen Daggett as Dr. Melissa Hill). In my opinion, if more experienced actors had been cast to play these important supporting roles, the movie could have been better.

Mike

mongoose · Post by **mongoose** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 1:40 am

ALFanatic wrote:mongoose,

Answer to your question - yes (William O'leary as Dr. Rick Mullican and Jensen Daggett as Dr. Melissa Hill). In my opinion, if more experienced actors had been cast to play these important supporting roles, the movie could have been better.

Mike

Do you have anyone inparticular in mind?

ALFanatic · Post by **ALFanatic** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 3:06 am

mongoose,

Remembering that we are takling circa 1996 when "Project: ALF" aired, following two actors come to mind:

Male role: Ed Begley, Jr. (actually had cameo appearance in "Project: ALf" as one of the Doctors performing tests on ALF).

Female role: Terri Garr

Both actors, at that time, would have been more age appropriate for responsibility of parts being played, with more acting experience and comedic talent.

Mike

melmac_alf · Post by **melmac_alf** » Mon Jul 23, 2007 8:21 pm

I have to apologize about the youtube link, when I posted that, it was still working, but obviously someone reported it. Sorry about that.

ALFanatic · Post by **ALFanatic** » Mon Jul 23, 2007 9:27 pm

melmac_alf

My opinion, good that the "YouTube" link is down, for I do not think you would have fully appreciated "Project: ALF" broken into segments. Strongly suggest you take the plunge and buy the "Project: ALF" DVD (uncut) which you can watch all at once, including the additonal commentary.

Mike

melmac_alf · Post by **melmac_alf** » Mon Jul 23, 2007 9:33 pm

usually, on youtube, if something is broken up, it doesn't break up the show, I've watched things before on there, being parts 1, 2, 3 and so on and it's ok. I think eventually I will watch it, but it's just easier, and cheaper to watch something online.
Did you report it? lol

MR. Littwack · Post by **MR. Littwack** » Tue Jul 24, 2007 4:19 pm

As I stated in a different topic on Project ALF, I think the main thing the movie was missing was the Tanners. The characters in Project ALF seemed so bumbling. I think thats a word, LOL.

My point here is that if you watch the old show, ALF is not the smart character. Not to say that he is dumb though. He is just ignorant of life on earth. Most of his antics were born out of this in some way. The Tanners would then have to deal with or dig him out of whatever situation he got himself into.

Project ALF had our hero as the smartest character among characters that were just not very smart. I think that is why although he is still the wise cracking alien, the feel of the story just seemed different. I think that is why so many fans don't care for it as much. Maybe I'm wrong, I don't know.

ALFanatic · Post by **ALFanatic** » Wed Jul 25, 2007 1:31 am

Mr. Littwack,

My opinion, it was imperative for "Project: ALf" to remove ALF from the sheltered environment of the Tanner Family, so that one day he might be introduced to the world with far greater potential for revival of his career.

Mike

Post by **ALFicionado** » Wed Jul 25, 2007 1:33 am

I really think they should have ended the movie better, with perhaps ALF going to see The Tanners again. He could be knocking on the door, then from a distance you see it opens and you could hear Willie say "ALF!" or something like it.

mongoose · Post by **mongoose** » Wed Jul 25, 2007 6:05 pm

AxelFoley wrote:I really think they should have ended the movie better, with perhaps ALF going to see The Tanners again. He could be knocking on the door, then from a distance you see it opens and you could hear Willie say "ALF!" or something like it.

I'm one to defend Project ALF to the bitter end, but I have to agree that would have been a fun closing shot.

Post by **Admin** » Thu Jul 26, 2007 12:33 am

I'm one to defend Project ALF to the bitter end, but I have to agree that would have been a fun closing shot.

Would probably have gotten some tears flowing too...

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