11-27-2002

Guestvision By: Allison LynnVenezio <AKA> Leapgirl2001

 

Confessions of a "Quantum Leap" Fan

Now that the Sci-Fi Channel has discontinued showing "Quantum Leap" reruns, one must find other ways to see the show.  Of course, the most obvious source is videotape.  I myself have compiled a nice collection of "Quantum Leap" episodes on eight tapes, all done between October 2001 and July 2002.  On six of those eight tapes, I taped seven episodes on eight-hour tapes, and on the other two six-hour tapes, I have 5 on each.  Now, whenever I feel pangs to watch Sam Beckett wearing a dress, strutting in boxers, taking off his shirt, or just to see Sam for the sake of seeing him, I can pop in a tape.  I'll always have "Quantum Leap" around.

How does an individual with a dislike for science-fiction become a "Quantum Leap" fan, not knowing anything about the stars or the concept?  It's quite simple, really.  One Sunday afternoon in late September 2001, I was cruising through the channels, as I often find myself doing on Sundays, when around 80 channels tend to air 80 programs I have little desire to watch.  Lo and behold, I see a really good-looking guy walking around on the screen.  I'm immediately compelled to watch this handsome man.  Upon looking at the TV Guide Channel listings, I see that its a show called "Quantum Leap," and its on next as part of a marathon.  Now, I've heard of this show before, but I don't think I'd ever heard of Scott Bakula before this.  I caught the last fifteen minutes of "The Leap Back," and had no clue what was going on.  I was compelled to see the next episode in the marathon, which was coincidentally the last episode in the series, "Mirror Image."   Many hard-core fans don't even understand the ending, but I had a reasonable excuse--I'd never seen this show before.  I knew I needed more "Quantum Leap."  I made it my goal to watch this show every afternoon at five (the time slot "QL" aired in last fall).

As I began to understand "Quantum Leap" more and more each day, the more I became a fan.  Sam Beckett became a hero, someone that could do anything.  I wrote several essays for college last fall (my freshman year) about "Quantum Leap," and received decent grades on them.

Has "Quantum Leap" benefitted me in any way?  It sure has.  I've gotten good grades on essays, which in turn helped my grades my first semester (I've always counted writing among my strengths), and I have begun to appreciate science-fiction, although this is moreso a drama than anything.  I also appreciate the gifts of the talented Scott Bakula, who is also immensely gorgeous for a man his age.   After September 11th, American needed a hero, and Sam Beckett has proven to be like all the firefighters and police officers.

However, I don't think I'll ever get past the fact that Sam had to wear a diaper.   That's guts.  I hate changing them, so I couldn't imagine wearing them.  Yikes.

Well, my vision is beginning to cease, so this is where it ends.  Right here.   Or is it right here?  Wherever it ends, I don't think my appreciation for "Quantum Leap" will.  At least, not until something else comes along.   Just a thought.  Just scrap that and forget this fan ever said that.

The confessions of a "Quantum Leap" fan are never-ending.  Thankfully, this article is.

What you need to know about the author, you saw here: 
Allison Lynn Venezio, 20, is a sophomore at the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.  She is a communications major with plans to minor in writing.  Her finest moment in writing, a fan fiction piece entitled "Leap from New York," a "Quantum Leap/Saturday Night Live" crossover.   In her spare time, Allison enjoys reading, writing, dancing, watching TV and movies, and hanging out with her family, boyfriend, and best friend.  Allison frequently contributes movie and television reviews as a registered user of Internet Movie Database (she has 44 reviews published under her current username, and about 20 more under an old username).  She plans to pursue a career in broadcast journalism or advertising, and plans to write freelance.  Allison lives in Little Egg Harbor, Ocean County, New Jersey with her mom, dad, and twin brother. To see her reviews on Intenet Movie Database click here (This is a constantly growing list)!!!!

Comments regarding my article are not only welcome, they're encouraged.  I no longer frequent the bulletin boards, but I check my mail everyday.  Contact me @ YankeeSNL01@aol.com.  Thanks and keep the leap alive!:)