Tag: Sci-Fi

‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ Gets A Cool Motion Poster!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Marketing for Star Trek Into Darkness is now in full force. Following a new poster just two days ago (and a batch of high-res images yesterday), Paramount has released a cool new motion poster for the film. Calling itself a ‘Cinemosaic’, the image is composed of a cool grid of other clips from the film.

Check out the Star Trek Into Darkness cinemosaic below, and let us know what you think! Star Trek Into Darkness flies into theatres on May 17th.

In Summer 2013, pioneering director J.J. Abrams will deliver an explosive action thriller that takes ‘Star Trek Into Darkness.’ When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis.

 

With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.

Take A Look At 10 Minutes Of Behind-The-Scenes Footage From ‘Oblivion’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Earlier today, a fantastic looking new poster for Joseph Kosinski’s Oblivion was unveiled. If you’re looking forward to the film as much as I am, you’re soaking up every image, clip, and piece of media that you possibly can.

Some B-Roll for the movie has just been released, featuring over 10-minutes of cool behind-the-scenes footage. Take a look at the roll below, and let us know what you think! Oblivion hits theatres on April 19th!

Tom Cruise stars in Oblivion, an original and groundbreaking cinematic event from the director of TRON: Legacy and the producer of Rise of the Planet of the Apes. On a spectacular future Earth that has evolved beyond recognition, one man’s confrontation with the past will lead him on a journey of redemption and discovery as he battles to save mankind.

Jack Harper (Cruise) is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth. Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack’s mission is nearly complete.  Living and patrolling the breathtaking skies from thousands of feet above, his soaring existence is brought crashing down when he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft. Her arrival triggers a chain of events that forces him to question everything he knows and puts the fate of humanity in his hands.

New Atmospheric IMAX Poster For Joseph Kosinski’s ‘Oblivion’ Released

by Shawn Madden

A brand new one-sheet has been released for Joseph Kosinski’s Oblivion starring Tom Cruise. The poster is an atmospheric shot featuring Cruise as Jack Harper in the upcoming sci-fi film. Check it out below.

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Tom Cruise stars in Oblivion, an original and groundbreaking cinematic event from the director of TRON: Legacy and the producer of Rise of the Planet of the Apes. On a spectacular future Earth that has evolved beyond recognition, one man’s confrontation with the past will lead him on a journey of redemption and discovery as he battles to save mankind. Jack Harper is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth. Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack’s mission is nearly complete. Living in and patrolling the breathtaking skies from thousands of feet above, his soaring existence is brought crashing down when he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft. Her arrival triggers a chain of events that forces him to question everything he knows and puts the fate of humanity in his hands.

Oblivion hits theaters April 12, 2013

Source: IMAX

Crowdfund This: ‘Nobility’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Are you ready to take back Sci-Fi?

That’s exactly what Cowboy Errant and the rest of the team behind Nobility want to do. The brainchild of Cowboy Errant founder and Science Fiction enthusiast E.J. De la Pena, Nobility is an upcoming Sci-Fi dramedy web-series that’s being dubbed as The Office in space. How has this not been made yet?

The Sci-Fi genre is filled with ripe examples of fan involvement keeping projects (and dreams) alive. From Star Trek conventions molding the franchise into what it is today, to ILM inventing entirely new pieces of technology to make George Lucas’s Star Wars a reality. Nobility aims to be the first Science Fiction project that puts fans front and center. Nobility is for you, and can only happen with you, so why wouldn’t the creative team want you to be involved?

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Just how involved can you be? Straight from the Kickstarter campaign, Nobility promises to  “be in constant communication via social media, have regular podcasts detailing every aspect of production, and we’re even going to open some roles up for fans – for you to truly be a part of the series.”

There are definitely some cool folks attached to Nobility too. First (as mentioned above), series creator and Cowboy Errand founder E.J. De la Pena. He’s been an actor for years, starring in projects like 1996’s Jingle All The Way, to the currently in post-production Starship: Rising. From the Kickstarter video (embedded below) it’s easy to see just how heartfelt E.J. is about the project and how much of a Sci-Fi enthusiast he truly is. The project’s director, Neil Johnson, is no stranger to micro-budget Sci-Fi, and has helmed movies like Humanity’s End and Alien Armageddon. Babylon 5 alumni Claudia Christian has also joined the Nobility in a starring role.

Claudia Christian in 'Babylon 5'
Claudia Christian in ‘Babylon 5’

The project’s test footage looks great, and Nobility has some great folks attached to it, so why not give it a chance? Cowboy Errant is looking for $45’000 to fund the project, and at the time of writing (just over a day into the campaign), it’s sitting at $1126. If you’re a Sci-Fi fan, you can clearly see that E.J. and his team are too, so let’s do all we can to make their dream come true. Being a Kickstarter project, there are of course plenty of incentives up for grabs, including DVD’s, Behind-the-Scenes packages, posters, scripts, and even a few spots on the show.

Check out the project video for Nobility below, and if you like what you see, back the project and share!

Babylon 5 Creator Teaming Up With The Wachowski’s For The Next Netflix Original Series!

by Shane O'Hare

Just announced earlier today, Netflix is already planning their next original series. Titled “Sense8”, it will have the creative powers of the Wachoswki’s and J. Michael Straczynski. We have the full PR Release below!

 

Only On Netflix: Sci-Fi Giants The Wachowskis And J. Michael Straczynski Team-Up To Create “Sense8”

 

Coming in 2014 from Georgeville Television, a new science-fiction thriller from the acclaimed directors of Cloud Atlas and The Matrix Trilogy and the creator of Babylon 5

 

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., March 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Netflix will bring Georgeville Television’s Sense8, a gripping global tale of minds linked and souls hunted, exclusively to its members to watch instantly in late 2014.

 

The 10 episode season one of Sense8 marks the first foray into television by the Wachowskis, the creative geniuses behind Bound, The Matrix, The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, V for Vendetta, Speed Racer and Cloud Atlas, and is the latest project from veteran show runner J. Michael Straczynski, creator of the Hugo Award-winning Babylon 5 TV series and whose film credits include Changeling, Thor and Underworld Awakening,

 

“Andy and Lana Wachowski and Joe Straczynski are among the most imaginative writers and gifted visual storytellers of our time,” said Netflix chief content officer Ted Sarandos. “Their incredible creations are favorites of Netflix members globally and we can’t wait to bring Sense8 to life.”

 

“We’re excited to work with Netflix and Georgeville Television on this project, and we’ve wanted to work with Joe Straczynski for years, chiefly due to the fact his name is harder to pronounce than ours, but also because we share a love of genre and all things nerdy,” said Andy and Lana Wachowski. “Several years ago, we had a late night conversation about the ways technology simultaneously unites and divides us, and out of that paradox Sense8 was born.”

 

“We are proud to be working with Netflix on this new series,” said Straczynski. “Lana, Andy, and I are fans of each other’s creations, and have been looking for something to do together for nearly a decade.”

 

Sense8 is being produced by Georgeville Television, in association with Studio JMS. Georgeville Television is a Reliance Entertainment company and independent television studio, formed by veteran film and television producer Marc Rosen, in partnership by Motion Picture Capital’s Leon Clarance and Producer Deepak Nayar. Formed in 2012, Georgeville Television currently has two series in pre-production, including NBC’s Crossbones starring John Malkovich. Rosen, Clarance, and Nayar will serve as executive producers on Sense8.

 

Studio JMS, launched last year by Straczynski and CEO Patricia Tallman, was founded to produce a wide range of film, television, comics and other media properties. In addition to The Flickering Light, Straczynski’s feature directorial debut, and Sense8, Studio JMS has created a new comics imprint, Joe’s Comics, published in partnership with Image Comics. Its first series, “Ten Grand,” will debut in May. In addition to Sense8, Motion Picture Capital is producing The Flickering Light, which begins filming in Berlin later this year.

 

“Sense8 is a dream-come-true creatively, and we look forward to working closely with our new partners at Netflix, with whom we could not be more excited to bring the Wachowski’s first TV series ever to life,” said Rosen.

 

The Wachowskis are starting production next month on their new sci-fi adventure Jupiter Ascending for Warner Brothers, starring Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis.

 

“We’re delighted to once again partner with Joe, and have the opportunity to work with Lana and Andy, two of our movie-making heroes, on their television debut,” said Clarance. “They have created a brilliant concept, which will be a wonderful story to produce, and a rich conceptual world for viewers to experience.”

 

I am already giggling with enjoyment. The Wachowski’s are two of my most favorite creative minds out there. I’ve never been a “fan” of Babylon 5, but I respect it for what it is.

House of Cards is a Juggernaut right now, and I believe Netflix is going down the right path. Is Netflix the next “Big Time Network”? Personally, I think so!

Check Out 20 New Images From Joseph Kosinski’s ‘Oblivion’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Universal has just released a cool batch of new Oblivion stills via the Lebanese Cinema Movie Guide. The images look like a mix of production stills and behind-the-scenes, and definitely give a great look into the upcoming anticipated film.

Check out the stills below, and let us know what you think! Oblivion hits theatres on April 19th!

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Tom Cruise stars in Oblivion, an original and groundbreaking cinematic event from the director of TRON: Legacy and the producer of Rise of the Planet of the Apes.  On a spectacular future Earth that has evolved beyond recognition, one man’s confrontation with the past will lead him on a journey of redemption and discovery as he battles to save mankind.

Jack Harper (Cruise) is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth.  Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack’s mission is nearly complete.

Living in and patrolling the breathtaking skies from thousands of feet above, his soaring existence is brought crashing down when he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft.  Her arrival triggers a chain of events that forces him to question everything he knows and puts the fate of humanity in his hands.

Oblivion was shot in stunning digital 4K resolution on location across the United States and Iceland.

Source: The Lebanese Cinema Movie Guide

Second Theatrical Trailer Released For M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘After Earth’

by Shawn Madden

Last night we saw the debut of a new poster for the film and now the second theatrical trailer has been released for M. Night Shyamalan’s upcoming sci-fi film After Earth. The post-apocalyptic film, which stars Will Smith and son Jaden, sees a father and son work together  to survive on a planet that humanity once called home.

 

In the near future, humanity was forced to abandon the planet forever after cataclysmic events, and they reestablished mankind on the planet Nova Prime, light years away from Earth, and managed to rebuild society. Earth was left in its prime state, and continued to live on its own. 1,000 years later, a crash-landing of a small ship leaves teenager Kitai Raige and his father, army General Cypher Raige stranded. With Cypher critically injured, Kitai must embark on a perilous journey to signal for help so they can return to Nova Prime, facing uncharted terrain, evolved animal species that now rule the planet, and an unstoppable alien creature that escaped during the crash. The father and son must learn to work together and learn to trust one another if they want any chance of escaping Earth and returning home.

 

After Earth is set to hit theaters June 7th.

Oz For Adults: ‘Red Brick Road’ Series Coming From Warner Horizon!

by Derek Kraneveldt

A dark and edgy Sci-Fi Oz? Where do I sign up?

 

Warner Horizon Television announced today that they’ve picked up a series called Red Brick Road from producers Roy Lee and Geekscape pal Adrian Askarieh. Artist Rob Prior came up with the series, which is being described as a dark and edgy Oz sequel with a Sci-Fi setting.

 

Naturally, no plot details have been revealed, but we’ll definitely be keeping our eye on this one! It’s been far too long since we’ve seen anything sublimely cool and original come from the Oz franchise, and Red Brick Road sounds like it could be just that.

 

Adrian has had (and will have) quite the busy year! Along with Red Brick Road, he’ll be producing the Deus Ex film that was announced in July, the new Hitman project revealed just last week, and a project of his own creation, Leonardo Da Vinci and the Soldiers of Forever. 

 

What do you think? Are you planning to check this out?

 

 

How's this for dark and edgy?
How’s this for dark and edgy? (this has nothing to do with Red Brick Road)

The Top Geekscape Episodes Of 2012!

by Jonathan

As 2012 came to a close, so did the 6th year of recording the Geekscape podcast. And this week we launch a new version of the weekly Geekscape podcast with our friends at The Toadhop Network! I love recording every episode of Geekscape, and it has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life for so many reasons.

But I also understand that there are hundreds of episodes… so where should you start if you just want to hear a few for catch up? I’m so glad you asked.

Here’s my list of my favorite Geekscape episodes of the past year:

#8 – Geekscape 241: Matt Mogk of the Zombie Research Society

Ideally, Geekscape has the opportunity from time to time to educate as much as it entertains… and this conversation was actually educational to the point of terrifying! Matt Mogk, who I’ve known for a few years, finally came on Geekscape to talk about the science and real world implications of zombies. Could they happen? And what would happen if they did? This episode will absolutely make you think twice about our obsession with the undead!

#7 – Geekscape 265: Marc Zicree! Step Aboard “Space Command”!

One of the greatest things about Geekscape, if not THE greatest, is the chance to make new friends with every episode. And Marc Zicree, who I met during this episode of Geekscape, has turned out to be a great one. In this episode, we talk about his new sci-fi transmedia project Space Command, as well as his long history working in Science Fiction television. It really was an inspiring conversation and one that has led to a solid friendship.

#6 – The Geekscape Podcast – “The Dark Knight Rises” Full Review and Breakdown!

You can’t do a list of the best Geekscape episodes without an appearance from Ian Kerner… and no episode this year got more feedback than Ian and I’s review and breakdown of ‘The Dark Knight Rises’. This is Geekscape at its very best: taking a geek subject and ripping right through to the nitty gritty!

#5 – Geekscape 247: Joey Greco

For some reason, this one didn’t register with the audience as much as I thought it would. But I don’t know if I’d have done it differently or could have asked for a better guest. Joey Greco, the host of Cheaters, on Geekscape answering every single question I threw at him. What else do you savages want? I loved this episode and I KNOW I’m not the only one who watches Cheaters!

#4 – Geekscape 261: The Suburban Legends

I love the musical episodes of Geekscape. I love talking with bands about their music, finding out what makes them tick as geeks and the various things they are into. And I love few bands as much as I love my longtime friends in The Suburban Legends. It’s always fun hanging out with these guys and having them on Geekscape to play some songs and talk about Sci Fi TV was no exception!

#3 – Geekscape 258: Chris Hardwick

I give Chris Hardwick a lot of credit for this episode. I had an agenda going in to humanize Chris right off the bat by talking to him about some of the harder times in his life and he didn’t shy away from any topic of conversation. I know that some Geekscapists are still skeptical of the Nerdist himself, thinking that he’s insincere in his Geekdom or pandering to our audience, but this episode went a long way in convincing me that Chris is just another well meaning geek done well, and isn’t that what we all wish for each other?

#2 – Geekscape 260: TMNT Co-Creator Kevin Eastman

This one meant a lot to me. If you’d have told me at the age of 10 that I’d have the co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in my living room and would have a chance to talk to him for over an hour about the history of the Turtles I’d never have believed you. But it happened… and it was awesome. Thank you, Kevin, for making one of my childhood dreams come true and hanging out with me for a while!

#1 – Geekscape 251: Jamal Joseph – Author of ‘Panther Baby’

This is one of my favorite conversations in the six years of podcasting. Jamal is one of my longtime teachers and his book ‘Panther Baby’ was one of the most engaging books I’ve ever read. I loved sitting down with him to talk about his life in the Black Panthers and how it ultimately led to his life in film. If there’s an episode I’m proudest of, this might be it. Absolutely worth a listen.

‘Doctor Who’ Returns In 2013, Here’s A Teaser!

by Derek Kraneveldt

First of all, what did everyone think of that Christmas special? Those snowmen looked pretty freaking creepy!

Doctor Who is over for 2012, but fear not! In just a few short months (April to be exact), the good doctor will return for more adventures.

BBC has already released a trailer for next year’s offering, and it looks (from a non-watchers perspective), pretty damn awesome. Watch it below, and let us know what you think!

Kari’s Anime Corner: First Impressions of ‘Starship Operators’

by Kari Lane

Hi! My name is Kari Lane, and I’ve been an anime lover since I was just a little girl. Those good old days when classics like Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball/Dragon Ball Z, Card Captor Sakura, Digimon and Monster Rancher were on the most basic of cable.

Over the years, I have expanded my anime repertoire and have attended numerous anime conventions. I’m currently a host on AX Live, a web-based news program produced by theSociety for the Promotion of Japanese Animation. Recently, I’ve been watching the first discs of various anime series’, and thought it an excellent idea to write reviews based on my “first impressions”. Of course, you’ll have many unanswered questions after viewing just 4, 5, or 6 episodes, but you can get a feel for the show and decide if you want to pick up the second disc! I hope my reviews will help introduce you to some awesome anime, or help you avoid the more mediocre junk that’s out there!

First Impressions! – Starship Operators (Disc 1,  Episodes 1-4)

Starship Operators is a sci-fi series that follows the 73rd class of the Defense University. These untried cadets journey on their ship’s maiden voyage when they learn that their home planet Kibi has surrendered to the Henrietta Alliance of Planetary Nations. This “Alliance” is similar to the Empire in Star Wars; an oppressive super power that few can resist. The ship’s operators disembark as ordered, but the young crew surprises everyone by remaining aboard and taking a fighting stance against the Alliance.

Matters are further complicated when the young cadets agree to let the Galaxy Network fund their campaign against the Alliance in exchange for letting the network broadcast live from the ship (except during some battles when the broadcast of their plans may need to be delayed a little) as a new reality TV show. Sinon, the main protagonist, is not in favor of rebellion, but she does her duty to her crew and becomes an invaluable strategist as the ship’s executive officer. The show features a few strong female characters and the core group of “conspirators” (as labeled by the Alliance) is almost half women.

The art style is on the simple side and not overly detailed; the eyes are just dot pupils instead of the overly expressive eyes in shows like Rune Soldier (also created by Ryo Mizuno, the creator of Starship Operators). There is some computer animation for the ship and battles, but not so much that it becomes disjointed.

The show is a sci-fi action with strategic military battles, but it also focuses on the friendships and loyalties among the crew. There is some romance and one public declaration of love that has a rather unpredictable outcome. Will these “kids” be able to continue defeating the best ships that the “Alliance” can send? Will the pressure of life and death battles break the crew? Will anyone else come to their aid? I am definitely curious to see where this show will go, and have definitely enjoyed these first four episodes!

‘Battlestar Galactica: Blood And Chrome’ Concludes Today! Watch The Final Episodes Now!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Machinima has just released the final two highly anticipated episodes of Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome.

I’ve been a HUGE fan of the miniseries so far. It’s amazing to get a better look at the first Cylon war, and learn more about the character we all loved so much in 2004’s Battlestar Galactica reimagining. Everything ends today unfortunately, as Blood and Chrome was not picked up beyond this point. We’ll miss you Bill.

Check out the episodes below, and as always, please share your thoughts! So say we all!

Episode 9:
In the aftermath of the deadly Cylon ambush, Coker threatens Becca, forcing Adama to a heated standoff.
Episode 10:
Becca discovers a startling new development that will affect the future of the human race. Meanwhile, Coker’s life hangs in the balance as the team holds out hope for a rescue, and Adama has a disheartening realization about the war effort and his place in it.

Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome is set to air on Syfy in full this February, with a home video release following a few weeks later. Or, you can watch the whole thing on Machinima right now!

It’s Friday! Watch The Penultimate Episodes of ‘Battlestar Galactica: Blood And Chrome’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Machinima has just released episodes 7 and 8 of Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome. As fun as the ride has been these past few weeks, we now have just seven days until it ends.

The series has amassed over six-million views during its short lifespan, which is a testament to the fact that FANS ARE WATCHING. Of course, I just wish there was more content in the works.

Check out the episodes below, and as always, we’d love to hear your thoughts! Battlestar (and The Walking Dead) composer Bear McCreary is also participating in a Reddit AMA today, so you might want to check that out too!

So say we all!

Episode 7:
Waylaid by a ferocious storm, Adama, Coker and Becca reluctantly follow their eccentric savior, marine recon sergeant Xander Toth (John Pyper Ferguson), to shelter in an abandoned ski lodge. Adama and Coker finally find some common ground and secrets about Becca’s mysterious mission are revealed.
Episode 8:
The tentative safety of the ski lodge is abruptly shattered as Cylons breach Toth’s defenses. With Becca and Toth nowhere to be found, Adama and Coker face off against their deadly robotic pursuers. Becca makes a horrifying discovery about the Cylons’ agenda on Djerba.

Guillermo Del Toro’s ‘Pacific Rim’ Viral Begins, And It’s Awesome!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Guillermo Del Toro’s highly anticipated Pacific Rim began its Viral Marketing campaign today, and I have to say that they make me very excited. It’s also a Sci-Fi coming from Guillermo Del Toro, so who wouldn’t be excited by that?

Not much has been revealed at this time: a memo, a blueprint, and a PSA, but I’m sure that as the campaign goes on there will be some pleasantly surprising revelations. I love it when a company tries to build the world and atmosphere of the movie long before it hits theatres: The Dark Knight and Cloverfield are both excellent examples of this, and by simply following their campaigns, each experience was made much more memorable.

Check out the just released materials below, and let us know what you think! Are you looking forward to Pacific Rim? The movie will hit theatres (in 3D) on July 12, 2013.

When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity’s resources for years on end.  To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge.  But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju.  On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes—a washed up former pilot (Charlie Hunnam) and an untested trainee (Rinko Kikuchi)—who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past.  Together, they stand as mankind’s last hope against the mounting apocalypse.

Source: JoBlo

Bungie’s Newest Game ‘Destiny’ Has Details Leaked! This Looks Huge!

by Shane O'Hare

An intrepid reader, someone on the inside most likely at Bungie, leaked a STACK of pics and details to our friends over at IGN. What follows is an intriguing series of photos with a few bites of delicious hickory smoked info.

Destiny is the first game from the famed Halo developer since their departure from the franchise. It is still a very sci-fi (SyFy)  heavy game. From the document leaked to IGN:

Our story begins seven hundred years from now in the Last City on Earth, in a Solar System littered with the ruins of man’s Golden Age. A massive, mysterious alien ship hangs overhead like a second Moon. No one knows where it came from or what it’s here for, but only that it’s our protector. Meanwhile, strange, alien monsters creep in from the edge of the universe, determined to take Earth and the Last City. We are young ‘knights’ tasked with defending the remains of humanity, discovering the source of these monsters and – eventually – overcoming it.

IGN hasn’t shared the entire uncut document, but they have pointed out some interesting points. The leak says Destiny is geared to a diverse audience, specifically stating they want make it accessible to everyone, like the Star Wars universe. It also says that there is a large social aspect to the game, where players will explore the universe with friends.

When the story was posted Bungie responded by posting an image on their website, which has filled me with glee.

That is one BADASS piece of concept art. I personally love universes that look like this. Dirty, electronic, scary and full of that hard sci-fi flavor I love. No other details have been announced, but you can be guaranteed the Geekscape Gamer Guys and Gals will keep you updated as more info is released.

Be sure to head over to IGN for the full writeup, but in the meantime check out all of the collected art that has been released.

 

BBC Reveals A Poster For The ‘Doctor Who’ Christmas Special!

by Derek Kraneveldt

BBC has just released a teaser poster for the anticipated Doctor Who Christmas special. This year’s celebration will air right on Christmas day, so superfans have a tough choice ahead: drop out of dinner early, or force your family to crowd around the TV?

As many times as it’s been recommended to me, I’ve still never seen an episode (I know, crazy right). I’ve heard that Doctor Who is simply incredible, and it’s definitely on my list to watch, so I’m sure I’ll get to it one day!

Are you excited for this special? Will you be watching it the night it airs, or simply TIVOing it for later? Check out the poster below along with a first look at the frosty villains of the episode, and of course let us know what you think!

These things look TERRIFYING!

Source: BBC

Watch Two Fraking New Episodes Of ‘Battlestar Galactica: Blood And Chrome’

by Derek Kraneveldt

What was I most looking forward to this Friday? Not shopping, as I’m all the way up in Canada. I just couldn’t wait to see what Bill Adama did next in the fantastic Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome. 

Unlike most shows that air on Fridays, Machinima wasn’t about to let this one get in the way of new content, and has just released episodes 5 and 6. Watch them below, and as always, let us know what you think!

Adama dogfights Raiders while the Battlestar Osiris tries to hold off a Cylon Basestar.

Miss anything? Check out past episodes here and here!

How are you feeling about the show so far? Wish it had been picked up for a whole season?

Blood and Chrome is set to conclude on December 7th. It will also air in full on Syfy sometime in February, with a Blu-Ray release shortly after.

‘Riddick’ Update From Director David Twohy, Plus A First Look At The Logo!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Writer/Director David Twohy gave us a few interesting Riddick tidbits today, including a first look at the new logo! Sounds like post is going well, but it also sounds pretty tough! Here’s what he had to say:

Feels like I’m back in production!

Been pulling 14-hour days trying to finish RIDDICK.  My typical day starts at 9am with intensive visual effects meetings, sweating out the details of our 900 VFX shots.  Then I jet across town to the mix stage, Soundelux, where I supervise the sound, balancing out the often-competing elements of music, sound fx, sound design, and dialog.  At night I hit the lab, Technicolor in Hollywood, staying until midnight to do “DI work” — color-correction of the movie.  This is where David Eggby and I have one last chance to get the images right, dropping in grads and power windows to finesse what we shot on set.  It’s a great tool, the Digital Intermediate.  Kind of like Photoshop for movies.  Gotta love it.  Gotta love the challenge of bringing it all home.

Those days sound RIDDICKulous! Twohy also gave us a look at the logo for the new film, which at this point also looks like an early version:

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I can’t wait to see a trailer for this one (also a release date would be nice). How about you?

The latest chapter of the groundbreaking saga that began with 2000′s hit sci-fi film Pitch Black and 2004′s The Chronicles of Riddick reunites writer/director David Twohy (A Perfect Getaway, The Fugitive) and star Vin Diesel (the Fast and Furious franchise, xXx). Diesel reprises his role as the antihero Riddick, a dangerous, escaped convict wanted by every bounty hunter in the known galaxy.

The infamous Riddick has been left for dead on a sun-scorched planet that appears to be lifeless. Soon, however, he finds himself fighting for survival against alien predators more lethal than any human he’s encountered. The only way off is for Riddick to activate an emergency beacon and alert mercenaries who rapidly descend to the planet in search of their bounty.

The first ship to arrive carries a new breed of merc, more lethal and violent, while the second is captained by a man whose pursuit of Riddick is more personal. With time running out and a storm on the horizon that no one could survive, his hunters won’t leave the planet without Riddick’s head as their trophy.

‘Ender’s Game’ Gets A Synopsis, Still Directed By Gavin Hood

by Derek Kraneveldt

Summit Entertainment today released the official synopsis for their upcoming adaptation of Orson Scott Card’s Enders Game.

Ender’s Game is my favourite book, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone. I’m hoping I’ll be able to be just as enthusiastic about the film version, but seeing as director Gavin Hood doesn’t have the best track record at adapting preexisting stories and characters. He of course, was at the helm of 2009’s X-Men Origins: Wolverine (though the blame can’t all be put on him).

The film features quite the cast, including the likes of Asa Butterfield, Ben Kingsley, Abigail Breslin, and Harrison Ford. Check out the synopsis below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the movie!

In the near future, a hostile alien race (called the Formics) have attacked Earth. If not for the legendary heroics of International Fleet Commander, Mazer Rackham (Ben Kingsley), all would have been lost. In preparation for the next attack, the highly esteemed Colonel Graff (Harrison Ford) and the International Military are training only the best young children to find the future Mazer. Ender Wiggin (Asa Butterfield), a shy, but strategically brilliant boy is pulled out of his school to join the elite.

Arriving at Battle School, Ender quickly and easily masters increasingly difficult war games, distiguising himself and winning respect amongst his peers. Ender is soon ordained by Graff as the military’s next great hope, resulting in his promotion to Command School. Once there, he’s trained by Mazer Rackham, himself, to lead his fellow soldiers into an epic battle that will determine the future of Earth and save the human race.

Ender’s Game is set to touchdown in theatres on November 1st, 2013.

 

It’s Friday! Two New Episodes Of ‘Battlestar Galactica: Blood And Chrome’ Available Now!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Last Friday we got an awesome look at the first Cylon war in Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome. Today of course is Friday again, and Machinima has released the story’s next two chapters. Make sure to catch up with the first two if you missed them last week!

I was a huge fan of 2004’s Battlestar Galactica reimagining (for the most part), and was very excited when Blood and Chrome was announced. I still don’t know what SyFy was thinking when they didn’t pick it up for a full series, I’m sure it would have been a boon for ratings.

Check out the episodes below, and let us know what you think! Are you enjoying Luke Pasqualino’s portrayal of Adama?

‘Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome’ takes place in the 10th year of the first Cylon war. As the battle between humans and their creation, a sentient robotic race, rages across the 12 colonial worlds, a brash rookie viper pilot enters the fray. Ensign William Adama, barely in his 20′s and a recent Academy graduate, finds himself assigned to the newest battlestar in the Colonial fleet’ the Galactica. The talented but hot-headed risk-taker soon finds himself leading a dangerous top secret mission that, if successful, will turn the tide of the decade long war in favor of the desperate fleet.

You Will Be One Of Us: Watch The Trailer For Stephanie Meyer’s ‘The Host’

by Derek Kraneveldt

After giving both the first book and first film a chance, I’m definitely on team Twilight Stinks. I can’t really describe the experience to you better than The Oatmeal’s perfect explanation of how the franchise works. If you’re a fan, that’s cool too, I’ve got nothing against you (unless you’re one of those insane Twilight moms), the series is mega-popular for a reason!

A few years back however, Twilight author Stephanie Meyer released a sci-fi novel titled The Host. Now that the Twilight saga is coming to a close, Entertainment One is hoping to keep the money coming in by adapting Meyer’s non-Twilight title.

Judging from the trailer, The Host doesn’t look half bad! I’ll definitely be keeping my eyes on this one. The film is set to hit theatres on March 29, 2013.

What do you think?

Our world has been invaded by an unseen enemy. Humans become hosts for these invaders, their minds taken over while their bodies remain intact. Most of humanity has succumbed. When Melanie (Saoirse Ronan), one of the few remaining “wild” humans, is captured, she is certain it is her end. Wanderer, the invading “soul” who has been given Melanie’s body, was warned about the challenges of living inside a human: the overwhelming emotions, the glut of senses, the too-vivid memories.

But there was one difficulty Wanderer didn’t expect: the former tenant of her body refusing to relinquish possession of her mind.

When outside forces make Wanderer and Melanie unwilling allies, they set off on a dangerous and uncertain search for the man they both love.

Tom Cruise Attached To Star In ‘Our Name Is Adam’

by Shawn Madden

Tom Cruise is a busy man these days. He’s got Jack Reacher and Oblivion making their way into theaters and the actor is currently shooting the adaptation of the manga, All You Need Is Kill and expected to soon shoot both the sequel to Top Gun as well as a new Mission Impossible.

Well, add one more onto his list for because Cruise has signed to star in Our Name Is Adam. With a script written by T.S. Nowlin, the film “will have Tom Cruise play an astronaut who travels back in time and works with his younger self.” The film has previously been described as Back to The Future-ish. After the success of Looper, should we expect a whole slew of new time travel movies to be hitting theaters?

Source: EW

Rian Johnson Releases ‘Looper’ In-Theatre Commentary!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Rian Johnson announced yesterday the release of his in-theatre commentary for his film Looper. This is so freaking cool! It’s something that I have never heard of before, but Johnson noted in the release that he did the same for The Brothers Bloom. 

In any case, I know I’ll be seeing this one again now (this would be showing number three, but who’s counting). I can’t wait to listen, as I’m really interested in what Johnson has to say about the film. Johnson announced the commentary yesterday on the film’s Tumblr blog. It should be noted that this commentary is completely different from what will end up on the Blu-Ray release.

From the post:

I recorded a commentary track to be downloaded, put on an ipod and listened to in the theater as you’re watching Looper.  This is an odd thing I tried with Bloom, and have gotten a few requests for it again, so here it is.  It is totally different from the commentary track that will be on the Blu/DVD, a bit more technical and detailed.  Needless to say, this is NOT to be listened to on a first viewing, or before you’ve seen the film.  Also, please work it so that a glowing screening is never out of your pocket during the movie.

Listen to the introduction before heading to the theater, it has instructions.  And lemme know how it works.

If you’re interested, you can download the track here! What did you think of the film? Does this make you want to see it again?

Doctor Who Series 7 Gets A DVD Release Date!

by Derek Kraneveldt

MTV Geek reported today that while series 7 of Doctor Who only premiered two weeks ago, the first episodes will be hitting your shelves very soon!

BBC America lists the DVD release date as November 13, 2012.

The disc will contain the first five episodes of the season, as well as a few special features! Not a ton of content, but with the preorder price set at $19.98, it isn’t too big a hit on your wallet!

I haven’t seen the show myself, but if this seasons synopsis is any indication, some crazy stuff is sure to go down:

Daleks? Dinosaurs on a spaceship? Interstellar cowboys? The longawaited, much talked-about seventh series features five episodes and a wild array of new thrills—and dangers. While the eleventh Doctor (Matt Smith) continues his time-travelling adventures, it’s the final farewell for Amy (Karen Gillen) and Rory (Arthur Darvill).

An ‘Iron Sky’ Video Game Launches In November!

by Derek Kraneveldt

You remember Iron Sky right? Never heard of it or need a refresher? Take a look at the trailer below before reading further.

Iron Sky is a film about an invasion of Earth – by nazis from space. The film released in July to much excitement (from many members of the general public anyways, as the film currently holds 39% on Rotten Tomatoes).

Polish developer Reality Pump (Two Worlds series) is in charge of this one. An official website for the game appeared online a few days ago, and had this to say about the title:

“Iron Sky: Invasion” is a space fighter simulator, calling to mind such classics as the legendary… You-Know-Which series – further enhanced with strategy and RPG elements. The core of the gameplay is based on ship-to-ship dogfights, combined with assaults on giant spaceships (such as the Siegfried-Class Zeppelins), as well as tactical thinking and resource management.

The game is set in outer space, where the players must defend the Earth from the invasion of the Moon Nazis. The players control spaceships to freely roam the space and attack Nazi vessels; various weapons and equipment are at their disposal, from laser cannons and missiles to handy drones and satellites which can be launched from certain ships. The vessels are also equipped with military countermeasures, to protect them from enemy fire.

The players can access a tactical map of outer space to spot the positions of Nazi forces or any ongoing battles, and thus instantly know where to fly. The ultimate goal is to destroy the secret Nazi base hidden on the Dark Side of the Moon and to keep the Earth safe from the invading spacecraft.

Being based on the cult movie, the “Iron Sky: Invasion” comes with a touch of politics as well: various nations will offer unique missions, yet to accept or refuse them is up to the player. Some missions tempt the players with special rewards, such as precious upgrades or even brand new ships.

The players can dock at an allied space station to recharge weapons, purchase upgrades or even switch ships. Almost all spaceships that appear in the film can be controlled in game (except for the largest one), including the South-Korean scout ship “Zerg”, the Australian bomber “Dundee”, or the UK fighter “Spitfire”. The availability of some will depend on the completion of certain missions.

The ships’ sub-systems can be further upgrade in the hangar: for example, upgrading the offensive systems will increase the number of weapons and boost their power, while an engine upgrade will improve the ship’s speed and range of interception. Upgrades require special resources, which can be scavenged from destroyed enemy units or found in outer space.

Iron Sky: Invasion is set to launch on November 30th for PC/Mac, PS3, and Xbox 360.

Will you be picking this one up? It’s sure an interesting take on a flight sim! What did you think of the movie?

Abrams ‘Star Trek’ Sequel Gets An Official Title!

by Derek Kraneveldt

TrekMovie reported last night that they have discovered the official title for the followup to 2009’s Star Trek.

The film is to be titled Star Trek Into Darkness. You read that right: no colon, no numbering, just a flat out new title, and an interesting one at that.

Comingsoon was able to confirm that multiple domain names relating to this titling have been registered by Paramount.

No information has been released yet about the film.

What did you think of the first movie? What do you think of this title? Sound out below!

‘Doctor Who’ Posters Give Us A Glimpse Into Series 7

by Derek Kraneveldt

We’re just a few days from the premiere of the newest series of Doctor Who. Images for the first 5 episodes have found their way online, and give us a taste of what’s to come from this years offering.

Check them out below!

Admittedly, I’ve never seen a single episode of Doctor Who. Do I hand in my geek card? Can I be redeemed?

Asylum of the Daleks

Dinosaurs on a Spaceship

A Town Called Mercy

The Power of Three

The Angels Take Manhattan

Observe A New Promo For ‘Fringe’ Season 5

by Derek Kraneveldt

I remember the uproarious internet applause the day that Fringe’s uncertain future was revealed.

The world was sure it would be cancelled: it was too expensive, the ratings weren’t good enough, it was a great show on Fox. Nearly everyone had prepared for the end of Olivia, Peter, and Walter’s crazy journey. Then the unthinkable happened, and it was announced that another season would be produced.

I’ve yet to watch the show beyond the first season. I have no idea what’s going on, but this teaser makes the coming season look cool as hell.

 

Watch The First Six Episodes Of Bryan Singer’s ‘H+’!

by Shawn Madden

In this weeks Geekscapepod, we told you guys that you should check out the new web series from Bryan Singer (X-Men). We have the first six episodes of H+ for you to check out right here!

H+: The Digital Series takes viewers on a journey into an apocalyptic future where technology has begun to spiral out of control…. a future where 33% of the world’s population has retired its cell phones and laptops in favor of a stunning new device – an implanted computer system called H+. This tiny tool allows the user’s own mind and nervous system to be connected to the Internet 24 hours a day.

But something else is coming… something dark and vicious… and within seconds, billions of people will be dead… opening the door to radical changes in the political and social landscape of the planet — prompting survivors to make sense of what went wrong.

Still Not Over Firefly’s Cancellation? Comic Con Has a Panel for You!

by Molly Mahan

It’s official, and we now have details! As previously reported, Browncoats everywhere can celebrate (while I roll my eyes) at San Diego Comic Con International this year for the 10 year anniversary panel of the one-season wonder Firefly panel. Panelists will include your beloved Captain Nathan Fillion, Joss Whedon, Alan Tudyk, Adam Baldwin, Sean Maher, Michael Fairman and many more! The panel will be held Friday, July 13, at 12:30 PM, and is brought you by SCIENCE (the channel, not the school subject).

Although not much of a fan of the show myself. if Gina Torres makes an appearance then I may suffer the Whedonites and try to find my way in. I love her and her work prior to Firefly and Serenity, and would love to hear what she’s currently doing.

SCIENCE will also be hosting other panels, including one for Dark Matters: Twisted But True and one about Time Travel (F’ yeah!) from the podcast Stuff You Should Know.:

TIME TRAVEL: SCIENCE FACT OR SCIENCE FICTION?  STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW WITH JOSH & CHUCK, Thursday, 7/12/12, 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

SCIENCE presents Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant, hosts of the Top 10 iTunes podcast STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW, as they lead a discussion about time travel with some very special celebrity guests for a live from Comic-Con taping of their podcast.  Josh and Chuck’s loyal fan following, chemistry and insatiable curiosity are core to the launch of SCIENCE’s upcoming series Stuff You Should Know, as the two pioneer the way for what likely will be more introductions of talent discovered and incubated online finding a place on new platforms.  Join Josh and Chuck and the SCIENCE team at Comic-Con for an exclusive sneak-peek of Stuff You Should Know, as well as limited edition Comic-Con exclusive giveaways from SCIENCE.

 

FIREFLY 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, Friday 7/13/12, 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

It has been 10 years since the crew of Serenity took flight in Joss Whedon’s short-lived but now revered series, Firefly.  SCIENCE will reconvene, for the first time in a decade, Captain Mal Reynolds and the crew from the ship, calling all Browncoats to unite at the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con.  The cast ofFIREFLY will talk about the past, present and future of Firefly, 10 years after its debut.  SHINY.

 

DARK MATTERS, Friday, 7/13/12, 7:15 p.m.–8:15 p.m.,

This summer, SCIENCE returns to the laboratory to unearth history’s most sinister tales with the second season of the breakout series Dark Matters: Twisted But True.  Join USA Today’s Brian Truitt; John Noble; Executive Producer Rocky Collins; and science historian Michael Stevens as we take a closer look at the forbidden research records on the most shocking scientific studies ever executed.  From gruesome lobotomy experiments, to controversial CIA studies, to spine-chilling accounts of live human transplants, the all-new season shows that science fact can be stranger, and even more entertaining, than science fiction.  The six world premiere episodes take audiences inside a real-life Twilight Zone, where shocking CGI re-creations illustrate unforgettable tales of genius gone horribly awry.  DDark Matters: Twisted But True premieres Saturday, July 14, at 10:00 PM (ET/PT).