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'''Sexuality in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]''' mirrors | '''Sexuality in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]''' mirrors sexuality in the real world, in terms of the presence of hetero-, homo- and bisexual relationships. | ||
According to comments from [[Michael Taylor]], the Colonials do not make an emphasis "of the distinction between hetero- and homosexual preferences. I tend to think that in this respect, at least, they’re a bit more enlightened than we are."<ref name="thewatcher">{{cite_web|url=http://featuresblogs.chicagotribune.com/entertainment_tv/2007/11/answers-to-your.html|title=Answers to your 'Razor' questions and clues about 'Battlestar Galactica's' final season|date=16 November 2007|accessdate=16 November 2007|last=Ryan|first=Maureen|format=|language=}}</ref> | According to comments from [[Michael Taylor]], the Colonials do not make an emphasis "of the distinction between hetero- and homosexual preferences. I tend to think that in this respect, at least, they’re a bit more enlightened than we are."<ref name="thewatcher">{{cite_web|url=http://featuresblogs.chicagotribune.com/entertainment_tv/2007/11/answers-to-your.html|title=Answers to your 'Razor' questions and clues about 'Battlestar Galactica's' final season|date=16 November 2007|accessdate=16 November 2007|last=Ryan|first=Maureen|format=|language=}}</ref> | ||
== Heterosexuality == | == Heterosexuality == | ||
Relationships depicted in the series tend to be overwhelmingly heterosexual in nature. Amongst these major heterosexual relationships are: | |||
* Relationships resulting in marriage | * Relationships resulting in marriage | ||
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** [[Billy Keikeya]] and Anastasia Dualla | ** [[Billy Keikeya]] and Anastasia Dualla | ||
* Sexual relationship between | * Sexual relationship between consensual adults while engaged in other sexual relationships | ||
** [[Gaius Baltar]] and various female conquests like [[Sherry Bennett]], [[Caprica Six]], [[Number Three]], [[Playa Palacios]], and an [[Unnamed characters (RDM)|unidentified Asian woman]] in the [[Miniseries]]. | ** [[Gaius Baltar]] and various female conquests like [[Sherry Bennett]], [[Caprica Six]], [[Number Three]], [[Playa Palacios]], and an [[Unnamed characters (RDM)#Unnamed Lover|unidentified Asian woman]] in the [[Miniseries]]. | ||
** Ellen Tigh and various men during her marriage to Saul Tigh ([[Miniseries]], "[[Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down]]", "[[Occupation]]", "[[Precipice]]") | ** Ellen Tigh and various men during her marriage to Saul Tigh ([[Miniseries]], "[[Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down]]", "[[Occupation]]", "[[Precipice]]") | ||
== Homosexuality == | == Homosexuality == | ||
While some | While some fans have tried to identify [[Felix Gaeta]]'s orientation as being homosexual — notably with the [[Season 3 gag reel]] where [[Alessandro Juliani]] attempts to "hit" on a [[marine]] protecting [[James Callis]]' [[Gaius Baltar]] — homosexuality had not been formally introduced in the Colonial way of life prior to "[[Razor]]", with the revelation that [[Helena Cain]] and [[Gina Inviere]] were engaged in a lesbian relationship. | ||
The revelation of the Cain-Inviere relationship does not seem to surprise ''Pegasus'' personnel seen in "Razor". [[Kendra Shaw]] is slightly shocked, but more due to the surprise that Cain was dependent on anyone. [[Jurgen Belzen]] and [[Jack Fisk]] do not seem to be at all phased or uncomfortable with this relationship during the formal dinner after the [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]. Therefore, this is in keeping with writer Michael Taylor's comments that "the point about Cain’s and Gina’s relationship is that the fact that they had a same-sex relationship was no big deal".<ref name="thewatcher"/> | The revelation of the Cain-Inviere relationship does not seem to surprise ''Pegasus'' personnel seen in "Razor". [[Kendra Shaw]] is slightly shocked, but more due to the surprise that Cain was dependent on anyone. [[Jurgen Belzen]] and [[Jack Fisk]] do not seem to be at all phased or uncomfortable with this relationship during the formal dinner after the [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]. Therefore, this is in keeping with writer Michael Taylor's comments that "the point about Cain’s and Gina’s relationship is that the fact that they had a same-sex relationship was no big deal".<ref name="thewatcher"/> | ||
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== Bisexuality == | == Bisexuality == | ||
Bisexuality has not been seen until "[[Torn]]", with the culmination of [[w:ménage à trois|ménage à trois]] between [[Caprica Six]], [[Number Three]], and [[Gaius Baltar]]. It is uncertain how this is viewed in Colonial society, | Bisexuality has not been seen until "[[Torn]]", with the culmination of a [[w:ménage à trois|ménage à trois]] between [[Caprica Six]], [[Number Three]], and [[Gaius Baltar]]. It is uncertain how this is viewed in Colonial society, but since it is apparent that the Cylons model their behavior after their human creators, it is more than likely that sexual acts involving multiple partners is derived from Colonials. | ||
== Other notes == | == Other notes == | ||
The presence of [[w:child | The presence of [[w:child prostitution|child prostitution]] under [[Phelan]]'s [[black market (organization)|black market]] indicates the presence of sexual deviants within Colonial society. The practice of child prostitution is viewed with loathing disdain by Colonials such as Lee Adama, who ultimately kills Phelan after discovering this practice aboard ''[[Prometheus]]'' ([[Black Market]]). | ||
Additionally, prostitution appears to be legally permitted in Colonial society, with consenting adult women such as [[Shevon]] offering their services to adult men such as Lee Adama ( | Additionally, prostitution appears to be legally permitted in Colonial society, with consenting adult women such as [[Shevon]] offering their services to adult men such as Lee Adama (Black Market). | ||
In addition, the Colonials have pornographic material such as ''[[Nymph]]'' ([[Scar]]), although it is uncertain whether or not pornography is viewed in the same controversial light as it is in [[w:United States of American|American]] and other cultures. | In addition, the Colonials have pornographic material such as ''[[Nymph]]'' ([[Scar]]), although it is uncertain whether or not pornography is viewed in the same controversial light as it is in [[w:United States of American|American]] and other cultures. | ||
Revision as of 21:20, 4 December 2007
Sexuality in the Re-imagined Series mirrors sexuality in the real world, in terms of the presence of hetero-, homo- and bisexual relationships.
According to comments from Michael Taylor, the Colonials do not make an emphasis "of the distinction between hetero- and homosexual preferences. I tend to think that in this respect, at least, they’re a bit more enlightened than we are."[1]
Heterosexuality
Relationships depicted in the series tend to be overwhelmingly heterosexual in nature. Amongst these major heterosexual relationships are:
- Relationships resulting in marriage
- Saul Tigh and Ellen Tigh
- Kara Thrace and Samuel Anders
- William Adama and Carolanne Adama (Miniseries, "A Day in the Life")
- Cally Tyrol neé Henderson and Galen Tyrol
- Anastasia Dualla and Lee Adama
- Romo Lampkin and wife ("The Son Also Rises")
- Karl Agathon and Sharon Agathon
- Jurgen Belzen and wife
- Relationships between consensual, unmarried persons
- Sharon Valerii and Galen Tyrol
- Lee Adama and Kara Thrace ("Scar", "A Day in the Life")
- William Adama and Laura Roslin (implied, "A Day in the Life")
- Laura Roslin and Richard Adar (Epiphanies)
- Tory Foster and Samuel Anders
- Billy Keikeya and Anastasia Dualla
- Sexual relationship between consensual adults while engaged in other sexual relationships
- Gaius Baltar and various female conquests like Sherry Bennett, Caprica Six, Number Three, Playa Palacios, and an unidentified Asian woman in the Miniseries.
- Ellen Tigh and various men during her marriage to Saul Tigh (Miniseries, "Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down", "Occupation", "Precipice")
Homosexuality
While some fans have tried to identify Felix Gaeta's orientation as being homosexual — notably with the Season 3 gag reel where Alessandro Juliani attempts to "hit" on a marine protecting James Callis' Gaius Baltar — homosexuality had not been formally introduced in the Colonial way of life prior to "Razor", with the revelation that Helena Cain and Gina Inviere were engaged in a lesbian relationship.
The revelation of the Cain-Inviere relationship does not seem to surprise Pegasus personnel seen in "Razor". Kendra Shaw is slightly shocked, but more due to the surprise that Cain was dependent on anyone. Jurgen Belzen and Jack Fisk do not seem to be at all phased or uncomfortable with this relationship during the formal dinner after the Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards. Therefore, this is in keeping with writer Michael Taylor's comments that "the point about Cain’s and Gina’s relationship is that the fact that they had a same-sex relationship was no big deal".[1]
Bisexuality
Bisexuality has not been seen until "Torn", with the culmination of a ménage à trois between Caprica Six, Number Three, and Gaius Baltar. It is uncertain how this is viewed in Colonial society, but since it is apparent that the Cylons model their behavior after their human creators, it is more than likely that sexual acts involving multiple partners is derived from Colonials.
Other notes
The presence of child prostitution under Phelan's black market indicates the presence of sexual deviants within Colonial society. The practice of child prostitution is viewed with loathing disdain by Colonials such as Lee Adama, who ultimately kills Phelan after discovering this practice aboard Prometheus (Black Market).
Additionally, prostitution appears to be legally permitted in Colonial society, with consenting adult women such as Shevon offering their services to adult men such as Lee Adama (Black Market).
In addition, the Colonials have pornographic material such as Nymph (Scar), although it is uncertain whether or not pornography is viewed in the same controversial light as it is in American and other cultures.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Ryan, Maureen (16 November 2007). Answers to your 'Razor' questions and clues about 'Battlestar Galactica's' final season (backup available on Archive.org) (in ). Retrieved on 16 November 2007.