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Tunnelbear vpns12/28/2023 ![]() On its website, it’s clearly stated that this VPN was not made to unblock online content, but to keep its users private on the internet. I don’t recommend TunnelBear as a streaming VPN. However, the speed decreased too much with TunnelBear. It’s normal to experience a slight drop in speed when you connect to an international server, and if you also activate a feature like GhostBear the connection will be even slower. I could immediately unblock Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime, but the speeds were terrible. Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime identified the VPN and blocked my access, while ESPN, ESPN+, and Disney+ wouldn’t even allow me to view the library.įor the second test, I activated GhostBear – TunnelBear’s stealth feature designed to mask the VPN. The only streaming services I could unblock were HBO Max and Kodi. On my first test, I connected to its US, Canada, and UK servers. I ran two series of tests to see if the VPN would successfully bypass geoblocks. Because of this, streaming was out of the question. However, it slows down your connection, because it needs to add an extra layer of encryption. GhostBear is TunnelBear’s stealth mode which makes the VPN hard to detect. TunnelBear unblocked Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, and Kodi, but only with GhostBear. Unblocked: Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, and Kodi There aren’t any city-level server locations either, which means backup options aren’t available. It doesn’t have specialized streaming servers, and watching any show was almost impossible due to the long loading times. Even though I could unblock most streaming platforms, the connection was very slow. TunnelBear is not a good VPN for streaming. Streaming – TunnelBear Unblocks Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, and Kodi I wrote everything about its ease-of-use below. TunnelBear’s clients are straightforward, and you’ll have no problems working with them. Easy-to-use clients, suitable for any VPN user.You can read more about GhostBear and TunnelBear obfuscation here. However, it doesn’t have any servers in China. Thanks to its GhostBear feature, you can bypass China’s censorship. Take a look at my findings on TunnelBear’s security features. TunnelBear keeps you anonymous on the internet with its VigilantBear and GhostBear features, as well as its military-grade encryption protocols. Strong security features to keep your identity safe.However, its international servers are too slow to stream or download torrents. On local servers, TunnelBear’s speeds are great – very close to my original ones. Good speeds, but only on local servers. ![]() You can take a look at my full analysis here. On top of that, the international servers’ speeds are terrible, making it impossible to stream any show. TunnelBear unblocked HBO Max, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and the Kodi player, but couldn’t get around Disney+, ESPN, and ESPN+. The rankings we publish may take into consideration the affiliate commissions we earn for purchases through links on our website. Such standards ensure that each review is based on the independent, professional and honest examination of the reviewer, and takes into account the technical capabilities and qualities of the product together with its commercial value for users. The reviews published on vpnMentor are written by experts that examine the products according to our strict reviewing standards. The latter are determined on the basis of customer satisfaction of previous sales and compensation received. That being said, we may earn a commission when a user completes an action using our links, which will however not affect the review but might affect the rankings. Such standards require that each review will be based on an independent, honest and professional examination of the reviewer. VpnMentor contains reviews that were written by our experts and follow the strict reviewing standards, including ethical standards, that we have adopted. VpnMentor is owned by Kape Technologies PLC, which owns the following products: ExpressVPN, CyberGhost, ZenMate, Private Internet Access, and Intego, which may be reviewed on this website. VpnMentor contains reviews that are written by our community reviewers, and are based on the reviewers' independent and professional examination of the products/services.
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Phantom wallet12/28/2023 “While some Phantom users were affected, in each case we have reviewed, we found that they had imported their seed phrases/private keys to or from a non-Phantom wallet. However, the crypto wallet says that it did find one common link between the users that were hacked. So far, they have also not found any issues that could have contributed to this incident.” “Top firms Halborn Security and OtterSec are also independently auditing Phantom. Phantom says that two prominent third-party cybersecurity firms that looked into the event also found no evidence of vulnerabilities within its system. Last week, Solana wallets from several providers were drained of funds without the knowledge of their users.īad actors made off with $8 million in what was reported by blockchain security firm PeckShield to be a supply chain hack, or a hack where an outside party with relevant information is compromised.Īt the time, Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko speculated that the exploit stemmed from a vulnerability within Apple’s mobile operating system, though Android users also reported being hacked. ![]() If you're experiencing issues using the Phantom wallet, please reach out to Phantom wallet support.“After almost a week of investigation, our team has not found any evidence that Phantom’s systems were compromised during the August 2nd security incident… We’ve conducted a full internal audit and found no vulnerabilities that could explain this user exploit.” You can use this address to send funds to your Ledger Solana Account.
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Airbeam shelters12/28/2023 ![]() Starting at a length of 15.3' (4.7 m), XB Series shelters increase in length by increments of approximately 4' (1.2 m) with a maximum length measuring up to 35.3' (10.8 m). DRASH XB Series DRASH XB Series shelters have an interior width of 13.6' (4.2 m). The SI Variant (6 models) is comprised of a midsection that can be connected on both ends for extended lengths. The Truncated or ST Variant (6 models) can connect at one end to another T Variant for extended lengths. The S Variant (6 models) can be used as a standalone shelter or easily connected to other DRASH shelters using a Universal Connector Set. DRASH S Series shelters come in six different sizes for three different variants. Starting at a length of 13.5' (4.1 m), S Series shelters increase in length by increments of approximately 5' (1.5 m) with a maximum length measuring up to 38.5' (11.7 m) long. DRASH S Series DRASH S Series shelters have an interior width of 11.5' (3.5 m). The Small Command Post Variant (3 models) includes flat end walls and can be integrated with a wide range of communication platforms in use today using a unique booting system. The CI Variant (3 models) is comprised of a midsection that can be connected on both ends for extended lengths. The Truncated, or CT Variant (3 models) can connect at one end to another T Variant for extended lengths. ![]() The C Variant (3 models) can be used as a standalone shelter or easily connected to other DRASH shelters using a Universal Connector Set. DRASH C Series DRASH C Series shelters have an interior width of 11' (3.5 m) and an interior height of 7.7' (2.3 m), and come in three model sizes in four basic variants, providing from 109 to 272 ft2 (10.1 to 25.2 m2) of usable space depending on the model and the variant. Available in the C, S, XB, M, J, and Specialty model series, all of HDT’s DRASH shelters are fully customizable and inter-connectable to increase or decrease an overall structure’s footprint. DRASH® Shelters Archives - HDT Global DRASH shelters are available in models ranging in size from 109 to 1,250 ft2.
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F stop comparison12/28/2023 ![]() ![]() You can't decide which version of the Canon EF 16-35mm is the best choice for you. © 2009-2022 Better-Digital-Photo-Tips.How to Choose the best version of the Canon EF 16-35mm Lens I am required to tell you that as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is a way that I receive some financial compensation. When you click on any of these types of links on -and decide to buy something on Amazon, ShareASale, Adorama, KEH, Ebay, E-junkie or other similar affiliate sites, may receive a commission on the sale. I base my recommendations on my personal experiences with photography equipment since 1969- Yes, I'm that old, t he usefulness of the product, and other photographers' feedback.ĭISCLOSURE STATEMENT: Thank you for supporting the Better Digital Photo Tips website. There are simply too many (millions) for one person to try them all. I have used many of these products or very similar ones personally. You've got to use the equipment properly and apply your own skills. Sometimes I recommend products that I believe will help you. My goal is to provide you with useful information that can improve your photography. Find other useful posts using the search box below. I hope you found this article on the definition of f stop helpful. The important things to know about what is f stop are its effects on depth of field, exposure, and image quality. The technical definition of f stop can simple be remembered as the size of the lens opening compared to the size of the lens. Use a wide open aperture, small f-stop number. When you're shooting in dark situations, you need to make adjustments to let in as much light into your camera as possible so that your photo is not too dark. You should use a large f-stop number (small lens opening) like f16 to get your subject all in focus.īEST F/STOP FOR LOW LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY. Most beginners and photo enthusiasts try to get as much in focus as possible when they shoot macro. WHAT'S THE BEST F-STOP FOR MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY? The range of things is focus is severely limited when you're shooting up-close with macro photography. With family portraits, you may have to stop down a bit to f/8 to make sure you get enough depth of field to have your subjects, closest to farthest, all in focus. Use a small f-stop number (large aperture) like f/4 or f/5.6 to make the background go blurry on purpose. For portraits of individuals ist an easy answer. WHAT F/STOP SHOULD BE USED FOR PORTRAITS? This is a little more tricky. Here are 3 articles on specific aspects you'll enjoy reading to deepen your understanding of f/stop, depth of field and its importance to your photography. It's not always desirable to have a large depth of field. Using large f numbers results in shallow depth of field. Using smaller f numbers will result in more depth of field (a larger range of objects in your photograph in good focus). A good understanding of depth of field related to what your f-stop is separates the advanced and pro photographers from the amateur ones. The f/stop YOU choose affects what parts of your photo are in focus. This is the the one you really want to understand. They do exist though and on an image-quality basis only, the best results are often obtained by closing down two or three f numbers from wide-open lens settings. At the highest f-stop numbers ( the smallest lens openings), diffraction is usually more apparent.įor the casual photographer, these lens shortcomings are barely noticeable. Image quality is fairly constant through the range of what f-stops you use with modern lenses, but there are issues, usually at both extremes of the f stop range.Īt the biggest f-stop numbers (the wide-open apertures) image sharpness is sometimes compromised a bit. Here is more on the topic of of proper photo exposure and the exposure triangle. If you are on manual, it is your job to make the settings appropriate for the correct exposure. So changing your f-stop from f-4 to f-8 reduces the size of the lens opening to only allow 1/4 the amount of light in.ĭepending on the automatic mode your camera is set on, it will change the shutter speed or ISO setting to compensate so your exposure will still be correct. photo exposureĮach doubling of the f-stop number equates to only 1/4 of the amount of light reaching your sensor. Exposure, depth of field, and sometimes image quality are effected by what f stop you choose to use. How the f-stop affects your photograph is is really what matters, not the actual number itself.
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Avg antivirus for mac 10.912/28/2023 ![]() Investors should watch for earnings reported in the third quarter of 2014 to see if Symantec can improve its sales. It would be wise to wait until Symantec proves that it is capable of expanding revenue through increased license sales. Investors should be cautious of Symantec's flat growth and declining revenue. Although Symantec reported flat growth for the quarter, the company remains profitable and reported $0.50 earnings per share in the second quarter of 2014. The company reported that license revenue declined by 31% in the second quarter of 2014 compared to the second quarter of 2013. Symantec recently reported revenue of $1.64 billion in the second quarter of 2014, which is 4% lower than revenue reported in the same quarter of 2013. AVG's strategy involves offering a free version of the antivirus software, which increases the user base and allows AVG to upsell users to a more feature-rich premium version of the antivirus software. This is the model that AVG has utilized for its Windows-based antivirus products. The excitement around new Apple products, combined with the holiday shopping season, will likely lead to expanding revenue and growth for the company.ĪVG offers a free version of the Mac-based antivirus software as a strategic way to differentiate its product from Symantec's ( NLOK -0.32%) Norton AntiVirus for Mac and Intel's ( INTC -0.73%) McAfee VirusScan for Mac. Apple currently offers several new products including the new line of MacBook Pros, Mac Pro, and OS X Mavericks. Apple continues to be very profitable and reported $8.26 earnings per share in the fourth quarter of 2013.Īpple continues to be a great investment with growing revenue and consistent profits. The company reported revenue of $37.5 billion in the fourth quarter of 2013, a 4% increase over last year's same quarter revenue of $36 billion. This technology prevents users from transferring harmful malware from Mac computers to other Windows PCs or Android mobile devices.Īpple recently reported that, in the fourth quarter of 2013, the company sold 4.6 million Macs, which is slightly less than last year's same quarter sales of 4.9 million. The new AVG AntiVirus for Mac will offer users triple protection, meaning that the technology is capable of detecting malware associated with Mac, Windows, and Android platforms. Thanks to the advent of iPhones and the iPad, the Mac platform has scaled exponentially, and that fact alone makes it a viable target for attackers. But, they never were - it's just been a matter of OS X not reaching the popularity that Windows historically had. It's a popular belief that Mac computers are invincible. ![]() AVG's David Ferguson, general manager of consumer and mobile, said: The product is currently available as a free download from the AVG website and Apple's App Store. The new antivirus product will help protect users from viruses and malware while running the Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks and OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion. AVG Technologies (NYSE: AVG) recently announced the availability of AVG AntiVirus for Apple's ( AAPL -1.96%) Mac OS.
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Mlb power pros wii cheats12/27/2023 ![]() How accurate the pitch ends up depends on a number of factors, primarily the pitcher's personal stats, attributes, and his current stamina. You then aim where you want to throw the pitch by moving the catcher's mitt, the location of which will become locked once the pitcher reaches a certain point in his wind-up. Pitching is also simple, choose a pitch by holding a direction and pressing a button to initiate the wind-up. Swing timing and bat position is everything in this game so if you expect something to happen it likely will - late swings on high pitches will likely be fouled back, etc. While it's possible to get power hits in normal batting mode, it's easier to get them with the power swing cursor, though it will be harder to aim in general with the smaller cursor. You can also switch to power swing mode, which reduce the cursor to a small circle representing the bat's sweet spot. ![]() The bigger or smaller the cursor, the easier or harder it will be to make contact for a hit. In normal mode, the batting cursor outline will change shape depending on the current situation and the batter's abilities and stats. There doesn't appear to be any major differences between the US and Japanese version, except the visual look of the models (US image first, Japan image second):īatting uses a cursor-based system which is freely controlled by the player. All MLB teams, stadiums, and players (that are in the union of course) are covered. Take-Two's MLB license didn't cover the Japanese territory, hence Konami's ability to make a MLB game. The franchise is well-known for its deep realistic gameplay, unique game modes, and cutesy chibi player models. Japan's number one baseball series finally hits US shores this Fall thanks to Konami's partnership with 2K Sports! This is actually the second MLB licensed game Konami worked on, and counting the original J-League games the Pawapuro franchise has been around since the SNES days. Official site: 2K Sports (US), Konami (Japan) Note that due to the severe lack of info available at this time much of my gameplay info is based off personal experience with the previous Pawapuro MLB game, as well as info found over at the Japanese Baseball video game forums - major thanks to BigManZam, Shinigami, and jomcclane over there for much of the translated info from the first Pawapuro MLB game! I will update the OP as more info becomes available or if corrections are needed.
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Drive in movie theatre near me12/27/2023 You can listen to the movie via your FM car radio at 93.1. Closed Monday and Tuesday, it often features one screen showing first-run movies, and offer doubles features five nights a week. The Joy-Lan Drive-In Theatre has been an icon in Dade City for over 70 years. new releases for grown-ups, Starlite Drive In is one of the closest to downtown Toronto. Ocala patrons tune in to a local FM radio station for clear movie sound. These are six of the best drive-in movie theatres near Toronto. But each time – once in 2003, and then again in 2011 – it has been resurrected by caring owners who have spruced it up, improved the technology and found a market for the beloved drive-in tradition. Twice in its 64-year history, its screens have gone dark, its window speakers silenced. The Ocala Drive-in Theatre is the Lazarus of Florida drive-in theaters. Silver Moon Drive-in Theatre - 4100 New Tampa Highway, Lakeland, 86 It is located about an hour west of Orlando, making it the closest drive-in to the family amusement attractions of Central Florida. The Silver Moon offers films on its two screens seven days a week, 365 days a year – even on Christmas – and usually shows first-run movies on their opening dates. The Silver Moon Drive-in Theatre has kept up with the times by converting to digital technology, a step toward ensuring that this drive-in just might survive the movie industry's departure from 35-millimeter film. The theater brags that it has used the same Wisconsin cheese supplier for its pizzas for 50 years. The drive-in, which opened in 1952 with "Singin' in the Rain," sticks to tradition even at the snack bar – affordable burgers, hot dogs, popcorn and other movie treats. Ruskin Family Drive-in Theatre promotes its family-friendly atmosphere and clean restrooms – and isn't afraid to remind patrons that it doesn't allow alcohol or rowdy behavior. They're fun, a bargain, and appeal to families. In Florida, some of those surviving are clustered around Tampa Bay, with others in South Florida.īut those who have managed to survive the industry's ebbs and flows say the drive-in appeals to patrons today for the same reasons it did at its inception. In order."Ĭhanging tastes and evolving technology have, of course, eroded the market for drive-in theaters. Times have changed since the first drive-in movie theater was installed in 1933 in Camden, N.J., and since the industry's heyday in the 1950s.Īccording to the book "Drive-In Theaters" by Kerry Segrave, the man who patented the drive-in theater concept and installed the first one got his inspiration from the Depression, when he "analyzed the market from the standpoint of what people gave up last. A whole family can enjoy a drive-in movie for the price of a couple of admissions to a regular movie theater. Some people might initially come for the nostalgia of it, drive-in theater operators note, but affordable prices draw them in as regular customers. Looking for a throwback night of affordable, nearby family entertainment under the stars? A handful of drive-in movie theatrers in Florida still light up their big screens – and a desire to step back in time isn't the only draw. Drive-In Movie Theaters in Florida, Retro and Affordable
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Metro 4 theatre santa barbara ca12/27/2023 Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Barbara, The Granada is home to eight resident companies, and serves as a venue for regional and national touring productions.Įnsemble Theatre Company presents important new plays and innovative interpretations of classic works for a broad audience. and the world.Ī local landmark for almost a century, The Granada Theatre is the central coast’s premier performing arts venue. More than 70,000 people attend performances at the Lobero annually, coming from the Tri-County, and throughout California, the U.S. The theater strives to create an environment where people of all ages and levels of expertise can participate in a hands-on experience as artists, technicians and audience members.įrom youth to adults, from jazz lovers to ballet enthusiasts, the Lobero’s wide variety of programming attracts audiences from every cultural background and all walks of life. Located in the heart of the downtown arts and cultural district, Center Stage encourages works that celebrate new artists and the cultural diversity of our community. Our 75-member Docent Council provides over 800 gallery tours and slide talks annually.Ĭenter Stage Theate exists to provide a professional, affordable, and accessible performing arts venue for Santa Barbara. The Museum offers a wide variety of educational and interpretive programs to this broad audience. Two of the fort‘s original adobe buildings still exist and are open to the public - El Cuartel and the Cañedo Adobe.Īs one of the leading art museums on the West Coast, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art serves a diverse audience of approximately 150,000 people annually. Located in downtown Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park (El Presidio SHP) is a 5 1/2-acre park that preserves the site of the last Spanish fortress, or presidio, founded in Alta (Upper) California in 1782. You can find out what will be on display during your visit, here. ![]() Two rooms are devoted to changing art and historical exhibits on various aspects of local history and California’s Hispanic heritage. ![]() We have furnished several rooms to reflect the daily life of the de la Guerra family in the mid-19th century. Your museum visit includes displays about the history of the de la Guerra family and the architectural history of the house. Learn more about our history, exhibits + programs, and plans for the future here.Ĭompleted in 1964, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum has emerged as an essential landmark for the preservation and celebration of Santa Barbara’s regional history. As Santa Barbara’s newest hands-on destination for families and curious minds of all ages, MOXI is a place where you can explore and discover new things about the world around you, ask questions, seek answers and have a blast doing so. MOXI's mission is to ignite learning through interactive experiences in science and creativity. Moxi (The Wolf of Exploration + Innovation) ![]() The art galleries, world-class museums, and historic theaters spanning historical times to the most contemporary create an extraordinary arts scene for Downtown Santa Barbara.įollow SBMM on Facebook for daily news and entertainment and check out the website at to register for upcoming programs, watch all previous lectures or find hands-on activities for children and adults at SBMM At Home, from coloring pages and maritime art projects to learning to tie knots, discovering what early sailors ate, and exploring their own neighborhoods. Our legendary history and culture provide the backdrop, while our natural environment provides the setting for a vibrant arts scene with a multitude of cultural offerings designed to engage, educate, and entertain. There are good reasons why Santa Barbara has drawn aspiring artists for generations.
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Stepmania note skins12/27/2023 ![]() These sprites can either be shared by all columns, or specific columns may use different assets to set them apart from the rest for example, most Dance noteskins only include sprites for the down arrow, because they can just be rotated for the other directions, rather than needing to have individual sprites for each direction. Some noteskins may distinguish between dim and bright explosions, triggering the latter after a specific combo milestone. Explosions: Effects overlaid on the note when hit/held/etc.They too have active and inactive states. Some noteskins may have a Hold Head and/or Roll Head, a specific note sprite used for the head of a hold or roll, as opposed to the standard note sprite.They also have active and inactive states. They are typically divided into three parts top and bottom caps, and a body that is tiled for the length of the note. Holds and Rolls: A tail that must be held or repeatedly tapped for a length of time (Examples: FREZZE ARROWS in dance noteskins, CHARGE NOTES in beat noteskins, and long note in most noteskins).Fakes: A note that does not affect scoring at all.Lifts: A note that must be let go when it reaches the receptors, rather than pressing it.Mines: Hitting them deducts score and health (Examples: Mines or X in most noteskins and SHOCK ARROWS in dance noteskins).Notes: A standard note (Example: Arrows in dance mode).Tap notes are usually either a 2D sprite or a 3D model, but for ease of explanation, the examples in this guide will use 2D noteskins. They include, using the standard dance mode as an example Noteskins consist of a series of actors divided into several categories. A more complex example is midi-note, which closer resembles the look and behavior of Dance Dance Revolution noteskins. Unlike theming (where we explicitly recommended that you not do this), it is okay to copy the Default noteskin to use as a base for your own, as they don't have as many "moving parts" you need to learn by working from a blank slate. On StepMania 5.0 and 5.1, noteskins are specific to a single game mode They are constructed in a similar manner to Themes (with a mixture of graphics, metrics, and Lua scripts), although they are, by nature, not as complicated. Noteskins define the appearance of notes.
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Ethe expanse books12/27/2023 ![]() ![]() To be noted: Syfy is adapting the books as a TV show. And despite all my niggles, I've enjoyed reading them and I will read the next ones. From the fifth, a new plot begins that will be solved along the next four volumes which are already planned. The first four volumes constitute a complete story. And in that case, The Expanse fills really well that need. But sometimes you just want to read a story with big space ships that shoot at each other. The plots are decent, the characters manage to evade the Firefly aftertaste as the series progress and the whole is cohesive. It could be food for thought for a teenager but if you're an adult it's a bit of a light weight.īut that's the point of the series: it's just an entertaining space opera with a strong hint of scifi noir in the first volume. There's a vague theme about freedom of information, how big bad corporations are big and bad. It doesn't always work.īut at least is there a larger significance to the series, some sort of ethical or political theme? No. But from the second volume, you can feel the authors are really trying to include characters who aren't white heterosexual males and to avoid stereotypes. The first volume can't pass the Bechdel test. There is also an awful lot of stereotypes. I always have trouble imagining that in 4 or 5 centuries society as we know it will be identical. I've had trouble with that because this far away future is exactly the same than ours, apart from some changes in the political instances. The series takes place in a far future when humanity has colonised Mars and some asteroids. Nonetheless, in the latest published volume, the technique makes much more sense. Ok, why not? But it doesn't always serve a purpose, particularly in the first volume when the characters start to share the same events. But most get better as the books progress. The Expanse airs Wednesdays on Amazon Prime Video.Let's face it: I've found many awkward things in this series. "It's a translation, it's not the same thing," he says, "but it's an aesthetic and a dedication to the process." Besides, if fans get a top-tier show out of it and it makes the novels even better? Everybody wins. "He has made me more aware of how important it is for me to pay attention to the sentences, and the paragraph brick, and the sounds of the words, and all of the minutia in the writing."Ībraham is quick to point out that writing a novel and scripting a TV show are two different disciplines. " made me more aware and self-conscious of the places that maybe I was slacking off a little bit that maybe I shouldn't slack off," he tells Looper. And then they accrete over the process of making it to a thing that's just amazing to watch."įor Abraham, that was a wake up call. " watching him go through and spend the time in color correction, and spend the time in the sound mix, and do all of these tiny, almost invisible little things that improve the show, maybe one percent, maybe two percent. "The thing that has informed my process most from this is watching Naren care about minutia," Abraham says. As Abraham notes, "We got to have his experience with psychosurgery and having his contents physically removed."Ībraham also highlights some of the memorable scenes between Cortázar and the Rocinante's heavy, Amos Burton, as places where the show improved on the text: "I think those two characters have a lot to say to each other, and they just didn't wind up in the same place at the same time in the books. Introducing Cortázar into the story earlier let viewers experience his story from a new angle, and allowed him to interact with characters he didn't get to meet in the books. "The thing that really stuck out to me was in the second season, when we got to include Paolo Cortázar, who's from a novella called The Vital Abyss and doesn't really come into his own in the series until pretty late in the game."įor those of you who need a quick refresher, Cortázar was the character played by Carlos Gonzalez-Vio, who studied The Expanse's mysterious protomolecule and had his empathy surgically removed. "There were a bunch of things that the retelling allowed that were fascinating," Abraham shares. In fact, Abraham thinks there are a few things that worked even better in the TV series than they did in the books, thanks to both the show's tweaks to the timeline as well as the unique opportunity to tell a story for a second time. |