I understand the “augmentation” storyline for Bashir wasn’t a favourite for Mr Siddig, and I understand why, but when more context is added regarding having to hide his background and the awkwardness he felt it becomes a totally different thing. A metaphor that rings true for me and reminds me of feeling compelled to hide my sexuality until I was 21. I appreciate this added dimension to this plot, very much indeed. I want to congratulate the writer for creating this fanfic. I applaud Mr Siddig for throwing his all into this aspect of his role as Dr Bashir, as he always did anyway. And, I love this. Fantastic.
Just taking a moment to appreciate an artist both so eager to jump into his art and to give fans the crazy joy of seeing the og actor read their words in character. I mean - this is some awesome how-to-be-a-cool-celeb reference material right here 😂
"Got the script and attended the rehearsal but me" - That line was a gut punch. I felt that so hard I stopped breathing for a second. And just about everything between minute 11 and 12:30.
And... I'm now convinced that Sid should be in one of PICARD episodes... Beautiful reading, beautiful characterisation, beautiful writing, kudos to Sid and the SCSC for this beautiful recording!
This is so beautiful. I always wondered if Bashir's genetic enhancment was a metaphor for neurodivergency. Either way this was so fun to listen to and i've been smiling like an idiot this whole day because of it.
This is fantastic. The text is phenomenal, Sid's performance is outstanding, and the metatextual joy of just knowing that fans who love the show are writing and actors who loved being a part of it are helping bring that to life is an absolute delight
I've revisited this a few times now and I can't express how much I love it and how grateful I am for it. Siddig's love for the character of Julian as well as the fans who the character resonates with is like nothing I've ever seen before. Even with a storyline he didn't (and maybe still doesn't) like with the augmentations, the fact that Siddig went back and saw how much this character moment meant to queer fans or intersex fans or neurodivergent fans is such an act of compassion. This story is beautifully written and acted. Thank you to the writer and the actor who is the largest part of why Julian Bashir is one of my favorite fictional characters. :)
Wow - what a beautiful exploration of this character. This is so resonant for those of us who have had to mask, closet, or otherwise hide huge parts of ourselves.
As someone who also never got the script, 10:00-10:40 means more to me than I could ever put into words. I started crying and had to pause and process for a bit before I could continue. I can't everyone involved in making this enough for that moment of clarity.
Thank you for doing these fan fic readings. It feels so... welcoming, I suppose, as a star trek fan, to have a member of the cast treat fan-made content with this much enthusiasm and respect. I'm a little choked up right now, to be honest.
This is wonderful. Beautifully written, Randy, and beautifully read, Sid. How cool that a plot point that may have been a gimmick at its inception has become a vehicle for better understanding our fellow sentients. Thank you so much for spending your time in this way. What a gift!
this is one of the greatest monologues to ever come from star trek. fanfiction or not. spectacular script and even more spectacular performance by Sid.
This little story makes me ache in all the right places. It's gorgeous, poignant, and damn! Alexander Siddig delivers it perfectly. The understated angst behind discovering your identity is completely relatable. Thank you for sharing this -- it made my day ~!!
This one made me cry. As someone who struggles to understand which parts of themself are “real” and which parts have been carved out by my situation, this spoke to my heart. I really feel seen right now. Thank you. ❤️❤️
This is very good, both the script and the acting. To re-listen time and again. Deep, reflective and personal. Thanks for this, it's been a pleasure to watch!
As someone who is transgender, killing my old self was a big part of my life, it took years to do it, I love the parallels in this with being different, and being something "that was never quite.." to this day there are some experiences that the old me would do, that would make me think.. Hmmm is he still in there. Thanks for this amazing work.
I've always thought of Julian as autistic and this only furthers that - this is exactly like my experience as growing up autistic and being forced to hide it. Julian has meant so much to me and I'm so thankful for everything Siddig has done ❤
Wow! I'm speechless and in tears! What an amazing writing and performance. I missed this when it was performed live and am glad that it was finally posted! Thanks everyone, and specially Randy and Sid! 💙
This is amazing I love that it applies to both the series and our own reality. The delivery as always is amazing and who wrote this nailed it! I wish I could find more content like this.
This is so, so beautiful. Man. Now to go comment on the ao3 work because this script was just so beautiful and heart-breaking. But having a performance bring it to life is was a treasure to watch.
This was a beautiful and powerful writing and reading thank you. My patients often Expererinece these very same prejudice in their day to day lives. People more interesting in snooping into individuals personal/private part of their lives and failing to acknowledge the individual who is learning to live with their condition. People more interesting in can you have sex? How? How do you have your bowels open? Do people clean you up after? Rather then what was it like coming to terms with the changes in your life? What advise do you have for other people with your condition? How have you managed to get round more challenging aspects of working while managing you condition. This insensitivety by some people can sometimes have a massive negative impact on an individual learning to live with their condition.
Maybe I'm not remembering correctly, but I could have sworn that Dr. Bashir's parents had the genetic enhancement performed on him as a child because he would have been severely mentally handicapped if they hadn't done so.
@@Seal0626 i side with the interpretation that Mirror!Bashir implies that julian would have been fine. maybe not exceptional, maybe not without fault, but he would have found his way and lived a decent life. I think that's what forces Bashir to distance himself so much, changing his name, lashing out at his parents and stuff - not that he hasn't accepted what happened to him, but knowing that he would have been fine anyway and that tons of his success is undeserved, is something he sees as a betrayal
Somebody please, PLEASE tell me that there are negotiations to bring Bashir into the Picard series. Like, now might actually be the perfect time! Since *SPOILER ALERT!* the current season has moved into an alternate universe similar to the Mirror Universe, I could see that being a perfect place for Bashir's character. His augmentations would likely be open and allowed; they could add some awesome character development there. Seriously, Bashir needs to make an appearance!
*my mother's lover is a whittler . i have nothing further to say.* oh, except to say all are nerves. pre ganglia, ganglia, the fiber, the post nerve: all. ganglia are just in the periphery. generally. gr8 vid. fine reading. jc
I understand the “augmentation” storyline for Bashir wasn’t a favourite for Mr Siddig, and I understand why, but when more context is added regarding having to hide his background and the awkwardness he felt it becomes a totally different thing. A metaphor that rings true for me and reminds me of feeling compelled to hide my sexuality until I was 21. I appreciate this added dimension to this plot, very much indeed. I want to congratulate the writer for creating this fanfic. I applaud Mr Siddig for throwing his all into this aspect of his role as Dr Bashir, as he always did anyway.
And, I love this.
Fantastic.
Just taking a moment to appreciate an artist both so eager to jump into his art and to give fans the crazy joy of seeing the og actor read their words in character. I mean - this is some awesome how-to-be-a-cool-celeb reference material right here 😂
"Got the script and attended the rehearsal but me" - That line was a gut punch. I felt that so hard I stopped breathing for a second. And just about everything between minute 11 and 12:30.
And... I'm now convinced that Sid should be in one of PICARD episodes... Beautiful reading, beautiful characterisation, beautiful writing, kudos to Sid and the SCSC for this beautiful recording!
This is so beautiful. I always wondered if Bashir's genetic enhancment was a metaphor for neurodivergency. Either way this was so fun to listen to and i've been smiling like an idiot this whole day because of it.
i think his enhancements were meant to "cure" his neurodivergency but ultimately they just changed the symptoms
Not sure if it was in the original episode, but the episodes with the other augments are VERY much about neurodivergency, I think.
This is fantastic. The text is phenomenal, Sid's performance is outstanding, and the metatextual joy of just knowing that fans who love the show are writing and actors who loved being a part of it are helping bring that to life is an absolute delight
I've revisited this a few times now and I can't express how much I love it and how grateful I am for it. Siddig's love for the character of Julian as well as the fans who the character resonates with is like nothing I've ever seen before. Even with a storyline he didn't (and maybe still doesn't) like with the augmentations, the fact that Siddig went back and saw how much this character moment meant to queer fans or intersex fans or neurodivergent fans is such an act of compassion. This story is beautifully written and acted. Thank you to the writer and the actor who is the largest part of why Julian Bashir is one of my favorite fictional characters. :)
Wow - what a beautiful exploration of this character. This is so resonant for those of us who have had to mask, closet, or otherwise hide huge parts of ourselves.
As someone who also never got the script, 10:00-10:40 means more to me than I could ever put into words. I started crying and had to pause and process for a bit before I could continue. I can't everyone involved in making this enough for that moment of clarity.
This is unbelievably powerful listening to as an autistic woman
Thank you for doing these fan fic readings. It feels so... welcoming, I suppose, as a star trek fan, to have a member of the cast treat fan-made content with this much enthusiasm and respect. I'm a little choked up right now, to be honest.
The metaphor is strong in this one. I teared up.
whats the metaphore?
@@VikingVern7 Difficulty in finding words to use for coming out, in terms of sexuality, gender, ideology, neuroatypicality, etc.
What a great snapshot of the musings of a brilliant but troubled mind. Doctor Julian Bashir is such an intriguing character. I love it!
This is wonderful. Beautifully written, Randy, and beautifully read, Sid. How cool that a plot point that may have been a gimmick at its inception has become a vehicle for better understanding our fellow sentients. Thank you so much for spending your time in this way. What a gift!
this is one of the greatest monologues to ever come from star trek. fanfiction or not. spectacular script and even more spectacular performance by Sid.
This little story makes me ache in all the right places. It's gorgeous, poignant, and damn! Alexander Siddig delivers it perfectly. The understated angst behind discovering your identity is completely relatable. Thank you for sharing this -- it made my day ~!!
This one made me cry. As someone who struggles to understand which parts of themself are “real” and which parts have been carved out by my situation, this spoke to my heart. I really feel seen right now. Thank you. ❤️❤️
This is very good, both the script and the acting. To re-listen time and again. Deep, reflective and personal. Thanks for this, it's been a pleasure to watch!
As someone who is transgender, killing my old self was a big part of my life, it took years to do it, I love the parallels in this with being different, and being something "that was never quite.." to this day there are some experiences that the old me would do, that would make me think.. Hmmm is he still in there. Thanks for this amazing work.
@Anderson Jeffrey Begone, troll.
Love, same.
@Anderson Jeffrey you've got a lot of fucking off to do, better get started.
@Anderson Jeffrey is this the baseless condescension of someone who knows they're in the wrong? I think so!
I've always thought of Julian as autistic and this only furthers that - this is exactly like my experience as growing up autistic and being forced to hide it. Julian has meant so much to me and I'm so thankful for everything Siddig has done ❤
Wow! I'm speechless and in tears! What an amazing writing and performance. I missed this when it was performed live and am glad that it was finally posted! Thanks everyone, and specially Randy and Sid! 💙
I just watched Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 1 Episode 10: Common Ground and I was surprised indeed to see that you voiced Senator Avi Singh.
Excellent performance! A great,thoughtful script.
This is amazing I love that it applies to both the series and our own reality. The delivery as always is amazing and who wrote this nailed it!
I wish I could find more content like this.
Wow! This is amazing! Excellently performed and well written.
This is so, so beautiful. Man. Now to go comment on the ao3 work because this script was just so beautiful and heart-breaking. But having a performance bring it to life is was a treasure to watch.
Well done RANDY ROY!!!!!!!!!!! 👏🏽 🎉❤
Absolutely stunning. Beautifully written and it was wonderful to see a more introspective Bashir. Sid, you are such a gem for doing this.
This was so moving. Thanks for sharing such beautiful work from all involved!
Heartfelt tale and an outstanding read!
Excellent performance and excellent piece of writing. Thank you both for sharing this with us.
That was so beautiful and heartbreaking. The ending made me want to cry, honestly.
Society can be separated into two categories: those who think he confirmed…and those who think he didn’t.
Being an Aspie, I can identify so much!!!
This was a beautiful and powerful writing and reading thank you. My patients often Expererinece these very same prejudice in their day to day lives. People more interesting in snooping into individuals personal/private part of their lives and failing to acknowledge the individual who is learning to live with their condition. People more interesting in can you have sex? How? How do you have your bowels open? Do people clean you up after? Rather then what was it like coming to terms with the changes in your life? What advise do you have for other people with your condition? How have you managed to get round more challenging aspects of working while managing you condition. This insensitivety by some people can sometimes have a massive negative impact on an individual learning to live with their condition.
Wow…. simply wonderful. Great acting, great writing.
Thank you so much for doing this. It means a lot
This is awesome! Thank you so much!
I LOVE this!
This was wonderful. Thank you.
Thought provoking.
Holy crap that was powerful. Brilliant.
This is wonderful!
Maybe I'm not remembering correctly, but I could have sworn that Dr. Bashir's parents had the genetic enhancement performed on him as a child because he would have been severely mentally handicapped if they hadn't done so.
Mirror!Bashir seems to suggest otherwise.
Of course it's just an inconsistency within the show, but y'know.
@@Seal0626 i side with the interpretation that Mirror!Bashir implies that julian would have been fine. maybe not exceptional, maybe not without fault, but he would have found his way and lived a decent life. I think that's what forces Bashir to distance himself so much, changing his name, lashing out at his parents and stuff - not that he hasn't accepted what happened to him, but knowing that he would have been fine anyway and that tons of his success is undeserved, is something he sees as a betrayal
I would assume that since it’s another universe, some things would probably turn out different.
Somebody please, PLEASE tell me that there are negotiations to bring Bashir into the Picard series. Like, now might actually be the perfect time! Since
*SPOILER ALERT!*
the current season has moved into an alternate universe similar to the Mirror Universe, I could see that being a perfect place for Bashir's character. His augmentations would likely be open and allowed; they could add some awesome character development there. Seriously, Bashir needs to make an appearance!
Very much enjoyed this
Brilliant 🙂
*my mother's lover is a whittler . i have nothing further to say.* oh, except to say all are nerves. pre ganglia, ganglia, the fiber, the post nerve: all. ganglia are just in the periphery. generally. gr8 vid. fine reading.
jc
Star Trek SPLOOSH scene 💦