Commentary from Flamingo: Pacific Rim is a 2013 American science fiction monster movie set in the future, when Earth is at war with the Kaiju, colossal sea monsters that emerge from an interdimensional portal on the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. To combat them, humanity creates Jaegers, 250-foot robots, controlled by at least two pilots, whose minds are joined by a mental link called “drifting.” You can see the official trailer for Pacific Rim here. And see two pilots, brothers, suit up and mind meld in this clip.
When pilots drift, they gain intimate knowledge of each other’s memories and feelings. The concept of drift-compatibility made for excellent shipping opportunities and became a common fusion AU in fandom.
When I introduced Suzan to this film, I wasn’t thinking of Starsky and Hutch. But as we discussed drift compatibility, I realized the boys, with their intense partnership, would make them prime Jaeger pilots. And the tight black uniforms they wear would be just perfect for Starsky and Hutch.
Hahahahaha! Love it, Suzan! Very clever.
Aw, I like Hutch’s hat. Those are tight black uniforms!
Oh, yeah, they could do this! Fit right into this movie. Thanks, Suzan (and Flamingo!).
I love that movie! This is perfect for Starsky and Hutch, future cops, saving the world, kicking alien robot ass and dreaming of each other.
Mmmmmmm! Delicious!
Thank you, Flamingo and Suzan for this lovely gift!
I loved pacific rim and I could see Starsky and Hutch being very drift comparable. This pic is awesome thanks so much for sharing!!
I never saw the movie, but your picture certainly makes MY mind drift . . .
This is so cool! I haven’t seen Pacific Rim, but I’ve seen Jaeger pilot AUs, and yeah, Starsky & Hutch would be SO drift-compatible! Not only is the art great, the humor is great, too! Hopefully they’re not about to go into battle… I think Hutch is a little distracted!