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Rohan
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posts: 1
(1/13/01 2:08:38 pm)
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Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
I just finished watching The
Rockferd Files "Blessing in Disguise" and was again amazed at how
young ROC was in 1995. She looked twelve! Yet, you could see the
stirrings of a consumate actress in that 'self absorbed' part..not
many people can pull off conciete with a golden heart much less
comedy in a serious episode and not be taken for one diminsional.
ROC, however, pulled this off. The character of Laura Sue Dean
should have been grating, irritating and flighty. ROC gave some
depth to her. It is very satisfying to watch the transformation of
her talent and crafting of her body for the part of Gabrielle. We
have watched the Bard progress from 'irritating blonde' to a strong
yet heart on her sleeve kick butt warrior who deserves a side kick
of her own..(How can I put in my resume' for the job?) She
definitely does not get the acting kudos she deserves. How do you
feel about her transformation through the years?
Rohan the
Thunder Chick
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Redhead
was here 
Chief Warlord
posts: 32
(1/13/01 9:40:58 pm)
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Re: Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
She has that atmosphere about her of
youthfulness, you know? But she made a beliver out of me when she
played a detective character in the FBI Stories. She studies her
craft and learns and grows as she goes.
Redhead
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talldarkndeadly
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posts: 27
(1/13/01 11:57:11 pm)
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Re: Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
I,m probably in the minority here
when I say I miss her long hair.I thought the haircut was a change
and a good move for the story etc.But honestly I like
Gabrielle/Renee wit longer hair.Cause her hair's so pretty anyway.I
liked her hair like in A family affair. I think she looks younger
with longer hair too.
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James
Bond
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(1/14/01 12:42:13 am)
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Re: Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
Actually, I like her with longer
hair too! To me, it makes her look even prettier (and as you said,
her hair is so pretty). By the way, the wig in Return of the
Valkyries looked a LOT like her real hair, much better than Hope's
wig in Motherhood. But I am growing content with her current hair
length. In season five it was too short, I'll admit, and I wasn't a
big fan of the way it was in the latter part India arc of season 4.
But in the current season, where it's a bit longer, I'm starting to
think it's practically perfect for her! Makes her a distinguished
beauty...
Gotta love that new velvety costume as
well...
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James
Bond
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(1/14/01 6:50:17 pm)
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Re: Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
Has anyone noticed the interesting
way that Renee spells her name? The accent aigu is on the second e,
and not the first, as it would be in French. Unique, quite
unique.
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talldarkndeadly
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posts: 39
(1/14/01 6:59:50 pm)
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Re: Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
How cool that you noticed JAMES!
Actually,I have a great autographed photo with Lucy and Renee's
signatures..Lucys handwriting is very interesting..sort of
hurried...done in a blaze of glory if you will!..Renee's is very
bold,easy to read,..wonder the significance of both???Anyone up on
that??
thats my story and I,m sticking to it!!
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James
Bond
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(1/14/01 11:06:28 pm)
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Re: Progression of ROC (1995) to now (2001)
Hmmm...that's interesting,
talldarkndeadly. A book on graphology might shed some light on the
matter.
There are a few basic things I recall. Handwriting
that slants upward might indicate an elevated mood, just as a
downward slant might indicate depression or a lack of excitement. If
either one of the first or last names are written significantly
smaller than the other, this could indicate an embarrassment,
reluctance, or inherent rejection of that name. You mentioned that
Lucy's handwriting seemed hurried and "in the blaze of glory",
whereas Renee's was very bold and easy to read. This may well
reflect basic differences in their personalities. Lucy, I've heard,
is very spontaneous and witty, very spur-of-the-moment, if you will.
Renee's writing might be an indication of patience, generosity, and
that she is down-to-earth.
Any other thoughts are certainly
welcome, as I'm surely no expert on the matter...
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Mad
Dog of the Rebells 
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(1/16/01 7:21:36 am)
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The spelling of Reneé
actually, I've seen it spelled this
way for another woman (some other actress, BTW. Maybe a copycat? 
). I've always wondered about the origins of the ways her name is
spelled. Did her parents just don't know how to spell right? Or did
they deliberately misspell it in order to make it
special?
You should know that for anyone with French as their
native language, the name "Reneé" will simply look wrong, no matter
whether the spelling is intended or not.
Marcus.
(who is
reminded of an episode in Terry Pratchett's "Carpe Jugulum", where
queen Magrat's daughter gets named -- due to inconsideration by the
involved priest -- Esmeralda Margaret Note Spelling... 
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caoillainn
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posts: 2
(1/17/01 1:31:13 pm)
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Re: The Progression of ROC
I kinda miss her long hair, but I
like her with short hair too. Heck, she could shave her head bald
and still be a knock out!
I love how she has grown and matured;
or at least Gabrielle has. I think Renee herself was more worldly
than Gabrielle, even in the beginning. She said in early interviews
that she thought Gabrielle was too naive and innocent, and that she
wanted her to be stronger. The writers and producers told her that
Gabrielle *would* mature, but not as fast as she wished. She said
later that they were right, that if she had had her way, Gabrielle
would've changed overnight for no reason, which would've confused
the audience.
It's been fascinating watch Gabrielle grow up
before our eyes. I just hope she never loses that sense of wonder
which endeared her to us all, and and that she never loses the need
to stop and smell the flowers. That would be sad, indeed.
Considering what she's been through, it's surprising she hasn't lost
these qualities.
She is older now, a bit wiser to the ways of the
world, and yet she has not lost her compassion or her ability to
love. That makes her special.
Caoillainn
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Peg1
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posts: 137
(4/17/01 6:19:33 pm)
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progression
It was hard watching Gab's change
each time I goit mad but then it paseed and I loved each look and
edition better than the last. I guess I looked beyond the costume
and found that it was real charm and humor that I was responding to
postively. She got better and better as Gab.
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