Belief in the future of AI
Attention to human prejudices
Thought-provoking storytelling
Two great factions learning to collaborate
Leading ladies Mary McDonnell, Tricia Helfer, Grace Park, Katee Sackhoff
Extinction of the human race at stake
Serious ethical discussions about war, work, poverty, abortion, terrorism, religion, healthcare, etc.
Technology advancements and limitations that interfere with human efforts
Acknowledging human frailty and reliance on one another
Relationship complexities that mirror real-life complications
Gaius Baltar, magnificently portrayed by James Callis, and arguably the hero and central character of the whole series
Atheism, science, and spirituality in conversation through storytelling
Limitations that force ethical questions about human rights
Admiral Adama, brilliantly portrayed by James Edward Olmos
Col Tigh, First Officer, Rebel Leader, and all-around Adama fanboy, amazingly delivered by Michael Hogan
Twists and turns that hold the viewer
Intimacy in relationships
Cylons
Angels among us.
Looking for a place to start watching? Try the Battlestar Galactica Miniseries (2003/2004). It is a two part introduction to BSG (2004), sometimes included as the first episodes of series one. Find out more at Getting Started with Battlestar Galactica. Also, be on the lookout for my upcoming book: So Say We All: Religion, Spirituality, and the Divine in Battlestar Galactica. If you are interested in other posts about sci-fi literature and cinematics, check out my blog and podcasts.
Dr. Erica Mongé-Greer, holding a PhD in Divinity from the University of Aberdeen, is a distinguished researcher and educator specializing in Biblical Ethics, Mythopoeia, and Resistance Theory. Her work focuses on justice in ancient religious texts, notably reinterpreting Psalm 82’s ethics in the Hebrew Bible, with her findings currently under peer review.
In addition to her academic research, Dr. Mongé-Greer is an experienced University instructor, having taught various biblical studies courses. Her teaching philosophy integrates theoretical discussions with practical insights, promoting an inclusive and dynamic learning environment.
Her ongoing projects include a book on religious themes in the series Battlestar Galactica and further research in biblical ethics, showcasing her dedication to interdisciplinary studies that blend religion with contemporary issues.