TrekMovie.com Comments Being Taken A Bit Too Seriously May 27, 2008
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Fandom, TrekMovie.com , 91 comments
On Sunday TrekMovie.com shared some exclusive preview pics of a Star Trek themed cake to be featured in an upcoming episode of the Food Network show “Ace of Cakes.” The article spawned many comments here and some sites and blogs picked up the story (as per usual). But then some other sites decided to focus on the comments and took one in particular way too seriously.
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Spoilers: Details On Star Trek Movie Ships
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Spoilers, Star Trek (2009 film) , 221 comments
Ships like the USS Reliant (STII), The Klingon Bird of Prey (STIII), USS Excelsior (STVI), the Son’a Flagship (Insurrection) along with the various Enterprises have all been key locations for past Star Trek films. Now, based on information from a number of sources, TrekMovie.com has put together a summary and some details on the ships of Star Trek (2009).
[MAJOR SPOILERS BELOW]
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Shatner: Star Trek Was A Miracle May 26, 2008
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Shatner, TOS , 65 comments
Just when you thought it was safe, there is yet more from William Shatner as part of his tour promoting "Up Till Now.” The British Daily Telegraph has an extensive feature on Shatner where he talks all aspects his life including some good tidbits on Trek, from how it started to how it ended to the rumors of him wearing corset. Plus in a separate radio interview Shatner talked about Galaxy Quest!
Star Trek Movie Make-up Effects Artist Talks Real v Fake
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Abrams, ST09 Creative, Star Trek (2009 film) , 84 comments
With the biggest budget of any Star Trek film ever, we know that JJ Abrams is going to have a lot of spectacular effects for his Star Trek. However, even though Abrams has brought on CGI effects powerhouse ILM, he has also brought on board veterans of the world of practical effects as well. In a new article in the UK Guardian one of those old-school effects artists talks about keeping it real.
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Remembering Star Trek’s Military Moments
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: List, Trek Franchise , 40 comments
Today is Memorial Day, which is the day the US sets aside to reflect on the sacrifices of those who wore the uniform to protect their nation. Although at its heart Star Trek has been a show about exploration, it also has many elements of the military and so on this Memorial Day we reflect on Star Trek and the military.
“Whom Gods Destroy” Remastered: Review + Screenshots & Video [UPDATED] May 25, 2008
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Review, TOS-R Screenshots/Video , 104 comments
TOS Director Joseph Pevney Dies at 96
by Charles Trotter , Filed under: TOS , 59 comments
The director of numerous episodes of Star Trek: The Original Series, including “The City on the Edge of Forever,” died this week. According to his Desert Sun obituary, Joseph Pevney died peacefully in his home in Palm Desert, California, surrounded by his wife and family members. He was 96 years old.
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“Ace of Cakes” Creates “Star Trek: The Cake”
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Fan Productions, TOS, Trek Franchise , 104 comments
The Food Network airs a reality show called “The Ace of Cakes” which focuses on a Baltimore bakery run by baker Duff Goldman, who turns out to be a Trek fan. The show often features custom specialty cakes and a producer for the show sent TrekMovie some exclusive preview pics of a special Star Trek cake that will be featured in an upcoming episode.
Sci-Fi Saturday: Transformers 2, Hellboy 2, Terminator 4, Spidey 4, Heroes, Stargate + more May 24, 2008
by Rosario T. Calabria , Filed under: Sci-Fi , 28 comments
This weekend may be the biggest movie weekend of the year, but there are still things to look forward to. We have Orci talking Transformers 2’s appeal to the hardcore, casting rumors and debunkings for Captain America, Lots of Terminator 4 news. Plus images and vids from Hellboy, Hulk and much more…even Space Chimps. In the world of TV we have details on Whedon’s Dollhouse, Stargate Atlantis Season 5, Heroes and more.
Indy 4: No Trek Trailer But Possible Trek Reference
by John Tenuto , Filed under: Feature Films (TMP-NEM), Sci-Fi, Star Trek (2009 film) , 103 comments
Even though a couple months ago TrekMovie.com debunked the rumor, apparently some still thought there would be a new trailer for Star Trek with Paramount’s release of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull this week…well there isn’t. However, there may yet be a subtle reference, consciously or unconsciously to Star Trek in the new Indy film.
[INDY 4 SPOILERS BELOW]
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World Premiere – Star Trek: The Mego Picture 2 May 23, 2008
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Fan Productions, Humor , 45 comments
A year ago TrekMovie.com brought attention to a hilarious YouTube find called “Star Trek: The Mego Picture” (subtitled “Who Mourns for Mugatu”). Since then we have kept in touch with the two man Hoserlu team and are happy to announce the premiere of the sequel, “Star Trek: The Mego Picture 2.”
Watch the full video below
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Urban: It Is The Perfect Time To Bring Back Trek
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: ST09 Cast , 47 comments
In the past Karl Urban, has shown that he is a true Trek fan who went out of his way to get the gig as Star Trek’s new Dr. McCoy (see: here, here, here, and here). In a new interview with the New Zealand Waikato Times, the Kiwi actor talks about the film, JJ Abrams, and the Kirk/Spock/McCoy relationship — again showing that he was the right man for the job.
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Science Friday: Phoenix Preview and Give-away Edition
by Kayla Iacovino , Filed under: Contest, Science/Technology , 14 comments
This week here at TrekMovie, we are celebrating the upcoming landing of the Phoenix Mars mission with information about where to watch the events unfold live, a special Phoenix Mars Lander giveaway, and a sweet video! Also, we’ve got a new Cassini watch, a supernova seen in action for the first time, the truth behind the “crystal skulls”, and our gadget of the week: The Telectroscope.
Shatner: JJ Abrams Never Called Me Back
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Shatner, Star Trek (2009 film), TOS , 117 comments
William Shatner’s media tour promoting his autobiography "Up Till Now” is now over. We have a few more tidbits from some of the last interviews to share with Shat again talking about the new Star Trek movie, talking retirement and even giving out parenting tips.
Excerpts and VIDEO below.
Saldana Talks Fave Episodes, Pine’s ‘Kirk Walk’, Mini-skirts and more May 22, 2008
by Charles Trotter , Filed under: ST09 Cast , 54 comments
In the nine months since TrekMovie.com first revealed that Zoe Saldana may be the new Uhura for JJ Abrams Star Trek we haven’t heard a lot from the actress about Trek. But in a new interview with io9 Saldana gives her thoughts on favorite episodes, her approach for Uhura, her cast mates, and even her mini-skirt!
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