This may not be all that important, but thank goodness they made Henry's hair make him look like a scientist. Those cornrows or whatever he had were absolutely ridiculous.
shareWhat does a scientist look like? His hair doesn't matter nearly as much as what's beneath it.
"Why do you say this to me when you know I will kill you for it?"
You're right, what you think is not important when it comes to Henry's hair since it's HIS HAIR and not yours. And if you're going to make a snide remark about someone's hair, get the terminology correct. His hairstyle wasn't "cornrows", they're "dreadlocks". But considering your offensive post, I'll consider the source.
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Uhh, yeah, I'm gonna ask that you take a quick step back and relax before you realize how stupid you seem. First off, you're right, its not my hair, which is a blessing since his was terrible. Secondly, there was no "snide" remark. Just a personal remark that I know was shared by others. Thirdly, I fully accounted for the fact that I did not know what to call his hair. As I mentioned, I was confused since if those were dreads, they were pathetic. So there's that. And finally, in what possible way was it that offensive to you? I am well aware of the mad scientist notion of crazy hair, but since nearly every other person in the town has cookie-cutter nerd hair, it didn't seem to fit. Take a chill pill and try not to seem like such a bleeding heart for a character on a TV show that just got cancelled. Remember, its a discussion board, not a place for you to get all butthurt about someone else's opinion.
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Oh, for crying out loud. Are you new to the IMDb? All he did was express an opinion about the guy's hairdo. What is the big huge hairy freaking deal? People on these boards post things like, "__________is so fugly I wish he'd die so I wouldn't have to look at him!" and "_______________ is so fat she shouldn't be allowed to be seen in public let alone on TV!!!" I really don't think someone expressing the opinion that his previous hairstyle was unattractive and inappropriate for the character is really worth getting your undies in a bunch over. You don't have to agree with him but it wasn't offensive and there is no need to get so hostile about it.
EDIT: Edited because I didn't notice what the OP's name was before. Guess I don't need to do the "he/she" thing when the name is pianoman.
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And your opinion doesn't matter to me on this issue. Who are you to admonish me like a child? I'm not your child. I was offended and spoke out about it. Like I posted, don't make comments regarding something in which one will take offense. The OP made a tasteless remark and followed up with an equally snide post, in which I RESPONDED. And don't worry about how long I've posted on IMDB because that is inconsequential to the topic. Now, quit playing captain save a poster for the OP and move on.
thinking of something clever.
I'm a scientist with tattoos, bright red and purple hair, and body piercings. I bet I don't look like one to you either.
shareFirst off, please note that I said it wasnt all that important. As to your point, nope you probably wouldnt strike me as a scientist, and therefore, i wouldnt cast you in a show about scientists. As a producer for TV (my thing, as long as we're talking about professions), I look for these things.
shareApplause, applause from an engineer that happens to sport the cookie cutter haircut and glasses that they were presuming all scientists have. I have known many an intellectual that has ink and piercings where I work, and I thank you for standing up and making them take notice that you provide just as valued a contribution to the scientific community as their "normal" scientist. As far as I have seen, none of us in the community are what anyone might consider normal. We all have our quirks, we all fall outside the norm. There is not a one of us that precisely fits the mold of what they might perceive as the stereotypical "scientist". By the very nature of our interest in seeking for answers to questions beyond the pale we ourselves are not a part of any cookie cutter world. Let the geeks, nerds and other freaks and outsiders inherit the world, for we are the ones that create the many conveniences that make their lives easier, and we can just as easily take those discoveries away from them. Power to the real scientists, not the idealized version that they think we are. Just as with lawyers and doctors, we come in all shapes, sizes, colors, genders, ages, interests and inking/piercing states. As far as I am concerned, the only thing that would tell me whether or not you were scientist enough, as far as appearances go at least, is what your formulae look like and how cute your postulating is. Thanks again for stating what should be obvious to anyone with even a modicum of sense, as all too few people here seem to display, and allow me to wish you a great day.
"A pipe gives the wise man time to ponder and reflect. It also gives the fool something to stick in his mouth."
Unless, of course, they were using that particular screen name because they were a Billy Joel fan. I do agree, and have made note in other threads for other shows, that far too often these folks seem a little too invested in the "reality" of their favorite/despised characters and may be in need of a life, or perhaps a high colonic would do the trick, depending, of course, on how it happened to be insinuated upon them. I absolutely agree with your point that they need to have their knickers adjusted to fit more comfortably. Perhaps then they will be less angry over inconsequential matters. Thank you for pointing out the lunacy that is so prevalent on these boards masquerading as supposed cogency.
"A little information is a dangerous thing. So is a lot." Albert Einstein as quoted at the start of the Pilot.
Your terrible grammar aside (It really was awful. I mean, there were sentences without nouns. You used "what" instead of "was" a few times. Just not great stuff.) And I really did need you to take a step back, because you missed the point that I was in no way being all that serious. Unless you are the actual actor that plays the character, you're (notice how I used you're where necessary) being entirely too sensitive. I am open to all comments, especially since I started the thread as you so eloquently stated. But if you're just going to throw random words together and hope it creates a sentence that supports you, you're right, I am wasting your time since you won't know what an actual argument looks like. I'm now going to address the snide thing. If he were to see it, then I would apologize if he deemed it necessary. But since his hair moved back to what it was in the original season, it is obvious that I am not alone in thinking that his hair was ridiculous. So while you may not agree with me, that is your right. My right is to state the fact that his pathetic attempt at growing dreads was hurting his character. Same way that me growing dreads would make me look like an ass. Some people or age groups can't pull it off. I clearly am not getting limp-wristed since I am the one making the mature argument, by the way. My backbone survives, even if it means that I don't try to show off my "internet muscles" to someone I dont know. I could insult you too, but what good would it do.
Mentality is a state of mind thing, by the way. It has nothing to do with intelligence or mental capacity. In the words of Inigo Montoya, "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means."
As for this back and forth, it actually could be constructive. But you chose the head-on and argumentative stance, which is fine with me. But I wont be the one to back off of my viewpoint just because you think that calling me a queen and timewaster gives you the final word. Namecalling really does nothing to further your point. Thats like debate 101. Comment back at me if you feel the need, because I really don't mind having internet discussions. The whole namecalling thing doesn't make as much sense though, since we'll never see each other in real life. If you have no interest in going back and forth, then obviously dont respond. In the meantime, take your own advice and think of something clever. Until next time...
Not sure it is 'Henry's hair'. He was clearly going bald in the first series or so, and the corn rows came across as an African American version of a skullet. Then he shaved his head, and then later on decided to wear a wig.
Not a problem for me. Baldness is a fact of life and an actor wearing a wig is no different to wearing makeup. But the transition from hipster black dude to distinguished elder gentleman was symptomatic of the reactive character changes that marred this, otherwise entertaining, series.
Yeah. God knows every scientist has normal hair...
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Nope. Henry's hair was awesome. It sucks that he got in trouble with the man and had to cut it.
Also, I suspect you don't know very many scientists.
Probably had more to do with that type of hairstyle being limiting especially for black actors. He probably couldn't play roles where it would be best to have a short hairstyle in a professional setting.
Keep in mind that he was mainly a scientist working in his garage vs where he's at now.
Your post makes me sad. Your comment is infused with with racial stereotypes where "natural" styles, such as locks are not considered professional. I encourage you to examine why your perceived his style as not one of a scientist? I think there may be something deeper there. I wish you the best and that you develop a critical lens.
shareHe could have been black, white, asian, indian, hispanic, whatever. The original post was about his hair being stupid. not being stupid because of his race. Also, your "I encourage you...scientist?" sentence: was that a question? If so, i'm not sure how to address it. There is nothing about the comment that should have been taken critically, or as racial. It was about a fictional characters hair, and how dumb i thought it was. I like Henry, but anyone with that odd hair at his age looks ridiculous, whether he is the director of Global Dynamics or a banker in Omaha. Nothing more, nothing less. Getting offended this easily is for fools, and those that think them social activists because an anonymous person hates the hair of someone who just happens to be black, is equally foolish. His hair was stupid, whether you think I say that because I'm a racist, or because its my own opinion, is your problem. My lens is fine. the issue is pretty shallow. no hidden meaning. I appreciate you wishing me the best, though. right back at ya.
shareNot saying I agree or disagree, but the point was that dreadlocks are part of African American culture (despite the number of blond blue-eyed stoners appropriating them), so it can be argued that saying they are not professional is suggesting the person's hair is too "ethnic" to be professional.
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Just had to point out that dreads are a part of lots of cultures. I know the Irish have grown them for at least centuries. At their base they are the result of unwashed hair clumped together, so I'm guessing they have been grown by cultures worldwide.
I'm not picking on anyone in particular, but lets not always look for offense where none was intended. The world is full of enough hate without inventing more.
Anyway, this cake is great. It's so delicious and moist.
Well, that may be, but most non-historians associate the style with Jamaica and/or African Americans. I'm not saying the OP mean anything racial, just that had he/she run it past me, I'd have advised against making he post because of the racial overtones, intentional or not, justified or not.
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Hey, that last bite of cake you took was from my plate. And no, I don't want it back, now.
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no, they are not. In fact the area that it originated in is South America. There is no such thing as cultural appropriation and sharing culture with other people is not a bad thing. So no, that argument would be nonsensical and was luckily not made.
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The problem with your reasoning, sir, is that you fail to grasp that while there are many whites that are now sporting dreadlocks, the cultural perception is to identify it as a strictly African American affectation. That means that you, although you may not have intended to do so, by saying that the dreads do not have a "scientist" look, and therefore do not seem professional, or that they detract from his apparent intelligence, are in effect saying, perhaps inadvertently, that black people are stupid and incapable of scientific achievement. That may not be the reality you intended to convey, however it is the perception that many black people will take from your post. As you rightly point out, you are entitled to your opinion, and are also entitled to present it in a forum such as this. Can you understand, though, that some blacks have been so conditioned by comments denigrating their inherent intellect, that they might see an insult where you intended none? Understand, that when you apply your cultural biases to the culture of another, and expect that they must naturally react as you would, you are, by design or not, minimizing the value of their culture. Please take that into consideration prior to commenting on such matters as "cornrows" that aren't and equating them, unintentionally I hope, with intellect, or lack thereof. Further, if you have the freedom in these threads to post as you will, then for you to try to limit the manner in which someone responds to them is the equivalent of Big Brother's Thought Police. They have as much freedom to respond as they see fit as you do to speak your mind in your original posting. You then have the freedom to respond to their response in whatever fashion you like. That is, and should be, the true freedom of this sort of discourse. If they are, in your opinion, being overly insulting, then you may feel free to inform them of their unnecessarily insulting and degrading comments in their response. This is an infinite progression thing, and is a part of the beauty of the internet. Thank you for your thoughts, but I must now partake of my freedom to point out that while I did not perceive your comments to be slanderous and denigrating to the intellect of blacks in general, I can understand how some that have dealt with society's constant and continuing misperception and portrayal of blacks as inherently inferior intellectually might jump to the conclusion, however wrongly, that this might have been your intent as well. For you to follow their misperception with further, and more specific, digs on their intellect as to offer up lessons in grammar is beneath a true intellect. By the way, I notice that on occasion you have a tendency to drop an apostrophe where one should be. Have a pleasant day.
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OMG. This a wonderful show, and this thread of discussion has went from one persons opinion about Henrys hair, to a racial thing. Give it up people. Locks, Rolls, Bald, who cares. Just because someone doesn't like a hair style, doesn't make them a racist. Chow...
sharethe cultural perception is to identify it as a strictly African American affectation.
Scientists don't have a common hairstyle. Consider Albert Einstein. Consider Carl Sagan. Consider Neil deGrasse Tyson. Consider Simon Hawking.
To say that one has a "scientist's" hairstyle is akin to saying that one has a clerk's style of shoe. Or manicure. Or tattoo. It's nonsensical. No hairstyle is "scientific", so your original post makes no sense, and could easily be considered offensive.
And yet, it is still my opinion. Offensive, i really dont give 2 *beep* if you, an anonymous person on the internet, don't like it. But am I still right about his hairstyle being strange considering the rest of the series. Someone agreed with me, because he changed it back in the end anyways. I think it strange at the very least. The lovely thing about the internet is that we're all entitled to an opinion.
So offensive? In the immortal words of Jay Cutler, Doooooont caaaaaare.
My post makes plenty of sense, and if you weren't so concerned with being offended on behalf of someone else (who neither knows, nor cares about our posts on iMdb), you might see that. Get over yourself, cause I am officially done with caring about your overly sensitive defense of an actor I have immense respect for.
PS-I really dont care to begin with, but I think it rude to not respond to people that respond to me. Have a good day. Or dont.
PPS- Clerks should wear sensible business shoes. No showing tattoos. And no one has ever been hurt by having healthy fingers/fingernails.
TL;DR? Sorry to be a dick, but quit trying to demonize me for having a perfectly sensible opinion.
There is but one quibble I would like to express with your posting. The scientist was Stephen Hawking. Simon Hawking is a former Australian Rules Football player. other than that, you were absolutely correct.
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Well there is a saying that you can know a salesman by his shoes after all. but yeah, there are many different styles that people take and thats alright. unless that is wearing a shirt some moron finds offensive, because then we must harass that scientist until he has a mental breakdown.
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