Interview by AMC's Clayton Neuman The novelist discusses the ABC adaptation of his 1999 book -- about a worldwide event that allows everyone a glimpse into their future -- and explains the network's reluctance to compare it with LOST. Q: FlashForward was originally optioned as a movie. Now it's a television series. Do you have [...]
"FlashForward" Author Robert J. Sawyer On How George Lucas Pre-Empted His SciFi Series -- An AMC Interview
September 21, 2009 By 5 Comments
Cook Leaves Disney
September 21, 2009 By 3 Comments
Dick Cook abruptly stepped down as the studio chairman for the Walt Disney Company Friday. The sudden move has send a shockway through not only the House of Mouse but the entire Hollywood community. Many are speculating on why Cook departed and what his leaving could mean to the future slate of Disney projects. Cook [...]
Kring Offers Live Webcast During "Heroes"
September 21, 2009 By 5 Comments
In an attempt to draw in more live viewers to "Heroes" on a competitive k Monday kick-off to the new fall season, creator Tim Kring will hold a live webcast during tonight's two hour premiere. During the webcast, Kring will offer insights on the show and answer questions about the two-hour premiere. If you want [...]
Emmy Winners
September 21, 2009 By 2 Comments
The 61st annual Prime Time Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday evening. Below is a complete list of winners with genre winners in bold. Drama series: Mad Men (AMC) Comedy series: 30 Rock (NBC) Actor, drama series: Bryan Cranston, Breaking Bad (AMC) Actress, drama series: Glenn Close, Damages (FX) Wrting, drama series: Kater Gordon and [...]
"Meatballs" Reigns at Box Office
September 21, 2009 By 1 Comment
The animated movie, "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" took home the gold at the box-office this weekend. The family-friendly movie opened with $30.1 million, according to studio estimates from Nielsen EDI. That figure eclipsed Hollywood expert's forecasts by $10 million. Matt Damon's new movie, "The Informant" was a distant second with $10.5 million in [...]
Which Genre Series Are You Most Looking Forward To?
September 21, 2009 By 30 Comments
n Which genre series are you most looking forward to this fall? Heroes Vampire Diaries Supernatural Smallville Dollhouse Stargate: Universe Flash Forward I'm Not Looking Forward To Any of Them Bring Back Chuck Now! Sanctuary V Fringe View Results
Slice of SciFi #231: A Conversation With Robert J. Sawyer on "FlashForward"
September 19, 2009 By 2 Comments
Slice of SciFi #231: A Conversation With Robert J. Sawyer In the News: Two MIT students have sent a digital camera up high enough to take photos of the curvature of the Earth. All for only $150. Find out how and check out the pictures HERE. J.J. Abrams and Roberto Orci say the next "Star [...]
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine"/Vol 3&4 -- A Russo DVD/Blu-ray Review
September 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Reviewed by: Joe Russo (Filmmaker & SoSF Movie Critic) Director: Gavin Hood Writers: David Benioff & Skip Woods Actors: Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, Danny Huston, Lynn Collins & Dominic Monaghan MPAA Rating: PG-13 "While X-Men Origins: Wolverine certainly disappointed the legions of Marvel fans out there, the Hugh Jackman action vehicle fared well [...]
Warner Brothers To Release "Ultimate" Editions of Harry Potter
September 18, 2009 By 3 Comments
Have you been collecting the Harry Potter films as they're released on DVD and Blu Ray? While the original releases have been packed with extra features, Warner Brothers is looking to double dip. Just in time for Christmas, Warner will release ultimate editions of all the movies onto DVD and Blu Ray. The new editions [...]
ABC Posts First 18 Minutes of "Flash Forward"
September 18, 2009 By 5 Comments
If you can't wait to see the debut of "Flash Forward" next Thursday, ABC is here to help. The network has posted the first 18 minutes of next Thursday's first episode on-line. You can check out the clip and other clips about this highly anticipated series HERE. Based on the best-selling novel by Hugo award [...]
"Priest" Adds Cast Members
September 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The cast for the upcoming big-screen adaptation of "Priest" is growing. Director Scott Stewart tweeted that actors Christopher Plummer and Brad Douriff have signed on for the film. And Bloody Disgusting confirms that actress Madchen Amick will also be part of the upcoming production. They join an all-star cast that includes Paul Bettany, Cam Gigandet, [...]
Universal Halts Development
September 18, 2009 By 2 Comments
Universal Pictures has decided it will not develop any more movies or projects until 2010 Variety reports. The studio is putting a freeze on all projects that aren't currently green lit or in production due to fiscal considerations the trade magazine reports. Universal plans to begin development again when the fiscal year rolls over. Word [...]
Slice of SciFi #230: Voice Mail Show
September 18, 2009 By 2 Comments
This is the show where our loyal, adoring, and inquisitive fans and listeners get to hear us comment on their comments abour our stories and comments... it's the Circle of Entertainment Life! So go ahead and call in with your questions and comments. Just call 206-339-TREK, that’s 206-339-8735. We do want to hear your comments [...]
SyFy Delays "The Plan"
September 17, 2009 By 7 Comments
If you want to see the "Battlestar Galactica: The Plan" sooner rather than later, you may have to buy it on DVD or Blu Ray in October. The Chicago Tribune reports that SyFy has decided to postpone the two-hour movie that will revisit events from the series from a Cylon point of view. "The Plan" [...]
Astronomers Discover Rocky Planet Outside Our Solar System
September 17, 2009 By 1 Comment
Astronomers have finally found a place outside our solar system where there's a firm place to stand -- if only it weren't so broiling hot. As scientists search the skies for life elsewhere, they have found more than 300 planets outside our solar system. But they all have been gas balls or can't be proven [...]
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