World Watch OnLine: The Buckaroo Banzai Mailing List
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Contents:
Greetings
Videojunkie warning
Buckaroo Comics
FYI: TABB at Laserdisc Rental
Video Purchase
re-join
Fan Club, anyone?
The Shadow: Return of the Demon

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Greetings,

Another weekend, another issue. Closing in on the
big five-oh. Hard to believe, since I had doubts
about this thing ever getting off the ground in the
first place. Cool.

Thanks again to all who've climbed aboard this thing.
Good to know that there are still people out there who
believe there's room in the world for a real hero.

Later...
ArcLight

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Subj:	 Videojunkie warning
Date:	98-06-05 00:51:19 EDT
From:	jmathrus@us.oracle.com (Jim Mathrusse)
Reply-to:	jmathrus@us.oracle.com

I must tell you that I went ahead and ordered a copy of BB-Letterbox
from Tom Simmons at Video Junkie.  The copy arrived, and it is really
terrible, grainy, and muffled.  I really could have taped it more
clearly
from TV.  The image is letterboxed with time codes below the image, and
the sound and image quality is extremely poor (ala bootleg).
I called Tom directly to try to patch this up, but he's a bigger jerk
on the phone that he is on e-mail.  Still, I think that he sold me a
bootleg copy of the workprint, with the "extra scenes"...and the quality

of the print just SUCKS.  He insists that it's a valuable "genuine"
workprint,
and treats any other opinion like that of an idiot.
Since Video Junkie has a "no refunds, >>bleep!!<< off" policy, I'd be happy to
sell my copy of this workprint bootleg to anybody interested for 23
bucks cash.
My point for writing to you is as an FYI; when I stated my findings to
Tom at VJ, he wrote back a flame-mail note with several personal
insults, generally trashing me for asking for another, better condition
copy.!!!  This is unbelievable.
Free advice:  DON'T BUY FROM VIDEOJUNKIE.  If you've ever dealt with
anyone who feels that they know all,  and you like to be insulted...you
must
have already experienced Tom at Videojunkie.  No refunds, no brains.
Jim

>> Sorry I bleeped you there, Jim. Your feelings are 
understandable, but I do like to keep the posts safely
in the PG/PG-13 range. 
I would like to add that the print Jim describes is
pretty much the only type available. Anyone advertising
a "Director's Cut" and implying it's anything other than
a dupe of the workprint is being less than honest.
Still, it's a great piece of BB history to have.
At least until someone finally decides to do one up legit
for laserdisc and/or DVD. - ArcLight <<

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Subj:	 Buckaroo Comics
Date:	98-06-07 13:53:05 EDT
From:	chrono@ccrtc.com

Howdy!
Just thought I'd let you all know that I have a few Buckaroo comics
for sale or trade if anyone needs 'em.  -Zeeterman

"Welcome to Arvil's Bar-B-Q Love-in!"

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Subj:	FYI: TABB at Laserdisc Rental
Date:	98-06-07 18:04:57 EDT
From:	Bigboote88

With regard to those who are seeking a copy of
the film, besides taping off HBO or Comedy Central, I suggest checking
laserdisc rentals establishments. I rented it from one near me so there has
got to be another one out there somewhere. And yes, they already have
numerous offers on purchasing it. I think I'm 12th in line. Here's where
ArcLight will tell people he doesn't want to hear of a rash of TABB laserdisc
disappearances across the country, right?

Also, the letterboxed laserdisc edition of "Big Trouble in Little China" (Fox
Video #1502-85) is a fine print.

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Subj:	 Video Purchase
Date:	98-06-08 05:29:19 EDT
From:	Schlag@gema.de (Sabine Schlag)

Hi there, can you help me getting a video of Buckaroo Banzai (if
possible, VHS format) I have been trying to get it in Europe (Germany /
UK) but without success. A friend of mine has a very bad copy of a copy
of a copy.... and I'd like to have a better copy than him!!! No
honestly, I'd be most delighted if you help me with this issue.
Thank you very much in advance. Sabine (munich-bavaria-germany) and some
friends who are all true fans

>> Remember, US folks, they use a different system over
there. Unless Sabine has a multi-system VCR, a copy
of your copy probably won't do much good. - ArcLight <<

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Subj:	 re-join
Date:	98-06-10 00:24:31 EDT
From:	smlewis@gte.net (Stuart)
Reply-to:	smlewis@gte.net (Stuart)

Yes!  I am an original member of the "paper" version
of World Watch One.  I am "Wyoming Mitch".  If you
have a new newsletter, count me in.

I was single and wild in those original days; now I'm
married and have two children, the male of which is a
RABID (much to his mothers chagrin) Buckaroo Banzai fan - we must watch it 3
or 4 times a month.
I love it!  His name is Tristan.  I think that name is so
beautifully unique in itself, I'd like to have him listed as
a Blue Blaze Irregular under that name, if you please.
He's seven and would really enjoy that.

Until later, "...there you are".

Wyoming Mitch
(smlewis@gte.net)

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Subj:	 Fan Club, anyone?
Date:	98-06-10 15:22:09 EDT
From:	TAYSHA@Woodruff-Arts.org (Shawn Taylor)

This is a survey to find out what level of interest there is in a
Buckaroo Banzai Fan Club. By fan club, we're talking old - fashioned,
snail mail, membership cards and photocopied newsletters, the type of
fan club for those who would still rather get a package in their
(s)mailbox than an attachment in their e-mail. Aside from just writing
back to say, sure, I'd join, we're asking for some specific info,
suggestions, ideas...
#1) Would you join a Buckaroo Banzai fan club via snail mail?
#2) Would you contribute to the newsletter (honestly)? How often do you
imagine contributing?
#3) How often would you want to receive the newsletter?
#4) So far, the following have been suggested as newsletter sections:
Incoming mail/news/rumors;
Buckaroo or Blue Blaze appearances (media or in person) and reference
watch;
Trading Post/Want Lists/classifieds, where- to -find -it tips
Fan Fiction
#5) Other than membership cards and certificates of membership/oaths of
loyalty and good conduct, what "accessories" would you like to see such
a club offer? (before flights of fancy carry anyone away, bear in mind
that copyright infringement seriously limits what can be produced)
#6) What  would you be willing to pay to belong to such a club?
By the way, this would in no way attempt, intend, or desire to
de-populate the worldwatch - we would be aghast if such a thing
happened. The idea would be to take the same kind of interests and info
and present it in a semi-edited, layout oriented format. A complement to
what already exists.
Of course, any other comments or suggestions are welcome, the above are
just the specifics we had pondered. Also, I'm trying to find the e-mail
of the person who said she had a contact with the company that had the
rights to BB, to see if they had any interest in sanctioning such an
organization... if she's reading this or anyone knows her e-mail, drop
us a line!
Thanks!
Send replies to : taysha@woodruff-arts.org

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Subj:	 Doctor Banzai and Agent Mulder
Date:	98-06-13 15:50:21 EDT
From:	oblivion@maas.net (Corey Bond)

On alt.tv.millenium, there was a thread comparing the episode of The X-Files
in which the telemarketer is the only person (besides Mulder) who can see
that his boss is really a giant insect creature with The Adventures of
Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension. 

One person commented that when the bug creature was approaching Skinner from
behind, they were expecting Mulder to jump up and yell, "Pure evil from the
Eighth Dimension!"

I really enjoyed this episode, and was rather disappointed in myself for not
noticing the similarity.

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** Quick and dirty disclaimers: 
"The Shadow" related characters and concepts TM and (C)  Advance Magazine Publishers, Inc.
"Buckaroo Banzai" related characters and concepts TM and (C) General Bank,
Nederland (unless it's changed hands yet again)
"Green Hornet" is copyright of Green Hornet Inc.

No money is being made off this. It's simply a labor of love on
the part of a fan. Full disclaimers should appear with next installment. 
Oh...and I suppose it's a PG/PG-13 for some mild profanity. - ArcLight **

The Shadow: Return of the Demon 
By Greg Pizzino

The Shadow: Return of a Demon
Part Two
Chapter One    

	"Now," came the ancient voice over the radio, "Attach the time circuit to the black wire in the jet car and the time display to the green wire on the dashboard."
	Buckaroo Banzai attached the appropriate wire to the triangular circuit and the LCD display.  
	"That should just about do it Dr. Brown," he said, "Thanks for the assistance installing your time circuit, let me know if there's anything I can do for you."
	"No problem Dr. Banzai, careful on those tests now."  Buckaroo turned off the radio and made the last few adjustments on the jet car.  Seconds later Peggy came into the garage with drinks.
	"Here you go cowboy," she said sweetly, "How's the alterations going?"  
	"All finished here, all we have to do is test it.  Any word from Perfect Tommy on his investigation of the goings on in New York?"
	"Yeah, he reported in over an hour ago but I didn't want to interrupt you dear you were working so hard.  Apparently a new crime boss has come into town, or rather, come back into town."
	"What do you mean?"
	"Well, he calls himself the Green Hornet..."
	"The Hornet! He's back?!? But how, he's gotta be at least 90 by now?"
	"Tommy and the rest of his team are working on it, they're considering descendants of the original Hornet, whoever that was."
	"I've always thought there was something odd about the whole Hornet story.  I mean the guy never really did commit any real crime, the only thing the cops ever found was his "seal" at each scene where they captured another mobster.  The man did more good than he did harm."
	"Anyway, they're still going at it but Tommy wants to know what you want them to do if they find him."
	"All right, have Reno hop on the go phone and tell him to hold whoever it is until I get there.  Now, how about we go out and get some dinner huh?"
	"Sound good, you go lock up while I get ready."
	Outside the Banzai Institute compound a '57 Chevy pulled up to the main gates.  Two people got out of the car and hit the call button on the gate speaker.  From behind the gate a figure appeared.  
	"Yeah, wadda ya want," the figure asked.
	"We need to see Buckaroo Banzai," Evlyn replied, "Its an emergency."
	"Yeah, we all need to see Buckaroo and its always an emergency, now go on and stop buggin me.  Christ, always on the gate, I'm begginin to feel somewhat neglected here."
	"Who are you anyway?"
	"Pinky Carruthers, Blue Blaze Irregular."
	"Look, just call up to the main building, tell him I'm a Shamballan and that I need his assistance.  He'll know what that means."
	"This is really unusual," Pinky said as he glanced at Azrael's ring, "but I feel somewhat motivated to go and tell him.  Awright, wait here and I'll go and tell him."
	"All right."
	Buckaroo came out of the bathroom after cleaning up to see Penny gliding down the stairs.  
	"Wow, Peggy you look..."
	At that very moment Pinky burst into the room.  
	"Buckaroo we got visitors claimin an emergency. One of 'em says she's a Shamballan.  That mean anything to you?"
	"SHAMBALLAN!  Let her in immediately."  
	


                                                         Chapter Two
	"Give it up Hornet," the police commissioner yelled through the bullhorn, "There's no way out for you, give up now and we'll make this as easy as possible."
	"Sorry commissioner," Paul Reid whispered to himself, "I'm not going to be able to do that, for Diana's sake."  Suddenly, Paul felt a tap on his shoulder.  Whipping around he found the muzzle of the gun Perfect Tommy held in his left hand up against his nose.  
	"Hornet, I'm here to get you out of this, but you're going to have to answer a few questions afterwards. Deal?" Perfect Tommy offered.
	"Yeah," Paul said, "Where's Kato?"
	"Over there, gun muzzle to her face just like you."
	"Kato, we're going with them.  Do whatever they say."
	"Yes Hornet," the Asian looking girl said.
	"This way," Tommy ordered motioning towards a heating vent, "That's the way out, follow me."
	The Hornet and Kato followed Tommy and the three members of Tommy's team followed them, guns readied, thus preventing their escape.  Paul wondered who his mysterious saviors were and what it was exactly that they wanted.  He hoped it wasn't anything he'd have to stop them for.  	
	"So who are you and what exactly is it that you want," the Hornet asked.
	"Names Tommy, Perfect Tommy, maybe you heard a me?"
	"Who hasn't, you're one of the Hong Kong Cavaliers, biggest band on earth, so whadda you want with me and Kato here?"
	"The Banzai Institute has taken a particular interest in you Hornet, we don't believe you're any kind of criminal at all, and neither was your ancestor who started the entire Hornet lineage."
	"How did you... nevermind, when it comes to the Banzai Institute one should know never to ask questions.  Well, you're right, we're not criminals and we never will be.  Every Hornet that ever was has sought only justice.  The reason the first Green Hornet put on this mask was to catch those criminals who worked around the law, those that were untouchable by the system.  He decided to fight them with their own methods."
	"Not bad, so how come he wanted everyone to think he was a crook?"	
	"He didn't, it just sort of, well, happened.  Being associated with criminals and not having it know what side you're on, well, it kinda gives people ideas you know?"
	"Yeah, all too well, but that's another story.  Anyway," Tommy said, "Here's the end of the line."  The group climbed out of the heating duct.         
	"Well, while we'd love to stay and chat," the Hornet said as he climbed out, "We really have to go."   The Hornet pulled a small microphone from under his tie.  "Beauty, pick us up," he said into the mike causing the futuristic Black Beauty to race around the corner and stop in front of him.  Pushing Tommy out of the way so that he and Kato could jump in.  
	As the rest of Tommy's team crawled out of the duct he turned to one of them and said, "Turn on the tracer we put on that little go cart of his."
	Paul Reid raced home in the sleek Black Beauty as he pondered his mysterious saviors.  He wondered how much they could be trusted and weither they really were trying to do what they said they were.  He and Mishi Kato continued to drive on, never noticing the bus following far behind them.  
	They soon pulled up to what was once the apartment of his great uncle, Britt Reid I, the original Green Hornet.  Grabbing what appeared to be an ordinary garage door opener from the glovebox, Paul hit the button on the remote and instantly, a door opened in the building wall through which he drove the Black Beauty.  Pressing the remote a second time he closed the door and he and Mishi exited the car.  
	"Paul, do you really think those were Hong Kong Cavaliers?"
	"Well, I recognized the one called Perfect Tommy but the rest must have been Blue Blazers."
	"Blue Blazers?"
	"Buckaroo Banzai's elite paramilitary organization, the Blue Blaze Irregulars.  What they wanted with us I'm still not sure of."	
	"You're about to be assured," came a voice from behind them.  They whipped around to see the door closing again and Tommy and the Blue Blazers standing in the garage.  
	"How did you get in here, no one has ever found the Hornet's lair" Paul demanded.  Tommy reached down under the Black Beauty's rear bumper and pulled off the small tracking device.  
	"The Banzai Institute makes the most futuristic and advanced pieces of technology known to man.  Now look, I've been ordered to hold you until Buckaroo gets here if necessary, but I don't want to have to do that against your will so don't make me do it."
	"So what do you suggest?"
	"We pick a place to meet, a neutral ground, we and Buckaroo will come there and you can talk to him yourself to find out what he wants."	
	Paul thought and said, "Sounds fair, but I pick the place."	
	"All right."  

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