Happy Birthday JJ Abrams June 27, 2009
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Abrams, Celebrity , 46 comments
Today is the 43rd birthday of Star Trek producer/director Jeffrey Jacob ‘JJ’ Abrams. The man behind Lost, Alias, Felicity, Fringe, MI3, Cloverfield and much more joined the Star Trek universe 3 years ago, and he was a welcome addition to the family. So happy birthday JJ, and many more.
Video of JJ Talking Star Trek Sequel + More Photos From Saturns June 26, 2009
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Abrams, Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek sequel (2012) , 69 comments
As reported earlier, JJ Abrams attended the Saturn Awards on Wednesday night to honor Leonard Nimoy (where he was asked about Trek’s future). In a new video interview (below) JJ talks even more about the possibilities. We also have a great collection of photos of Abrams, Nimoy and other Trek celebrities from the event.
Orci & Kurtzman: Chances Of Khan In Star Trek Sequel 50/50
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Orci/Kurtzman, Star Trek sequel (2012) , 471 comments
There is yet another Transformers interview with Bob Orci and Alex Kurtzman that delves into Star Trek territory, but this one they actual gave some odds on if Khan Noonien Singh will show up in the Star Trek sequel, along with talking about how fans (like those here at TrekMovie) are informing their decisions.
Nimoy & de Lancie Talk Trek & Promote Weekend’s TrekExpo in Oklahoma
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Conventions/Events/Attractions, Star Trek (2009 film), TNG, TOS , 42 comments
This weekend is the 20th annual TrekExpo in Tulsa Oklahoma. Oh hand will be Leonard Nimoy, Avery Brooks, Marina Sirtis, John de Lancie, Denise Crosby and more veterans of Star Trek. Nimoy and DeLanci have new interviews from Oklahoma promoting the event, excerpts of those below.
Briefing For Ron Moore’s ‘Virtuality’ TV Movie (and possible series Pilot) Airing Tonight
by Rosario T. Calabria , Filed under: BSG, Sci-Fi , 46 comments
Virtuality is a 2 hour TV movie (and possible pilot for a series) from Trek and BSG vets Ron Moore and Michael Taylor. Set aboard "Earth’s first starship", Virtuality is the first new space-based sci-fi on network television since Star Trek Enterprise went off the air in 2005. To get you ready, we have all you need to know below including a synopsis, previews, interview snippets and more.
Behind The Scenes Video Of William Shatner’s Infamous Conan Appearance
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, Shatner , 12 comments
Last week William Shatner made big news around the world for his antics on The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien. Today The Shatner Project has posted some behind the scenes video, which shows Conan giving Bill his own salute while they were doing some promos.
Science Friday: First Spaceport + Solar Sahara + Saturnian Life? + more
by Kayla Iacovino , Filed under: Science/Technology , 20 comments
Welcome back to another exciting week of Science Friday! Today, explore the galaxy from the world’s first spaceport, see the salty plumes of Enceladus, power up at the world’s largest solar array, and sing along to the 35,000-year-old flute. All this and more plus your gadget of the week: Samsung’s flexible OLED passport!
NASA Poster Depicts Next ISS Crew In Star Trek Uniforms June 25, 2009
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Science/Technology, Trek Franchise , 104 comments
Since Star Trek first went on the air in the 60s, it has had connections to the real life space program. And today the latest example is a new official poster for the next expedition to the International Space Station which has the crew dressed in Star Trek uniforms Check it out below.
More Trek Sequel Talk From Orci & Kurtzman + Transformers 2 Breaks Box Office Record
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Orci/Kurtzman, Sci-Fi, Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek sequel (2012) , 106 comments
This week’s release of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen has kept Star Trek scribes Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman very busy doing press. As we did with our Transformers interview with the pair, everyone seems to also want to talk Trek. Below we have more snippets from Bob and Alex about their next project, the Star Trek: Something Something sequel.
Nichelle Nichols On ST09: Feels ‘Honored’ By Abrams and Saldana
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, Conventions/Events/Attractions, Star Trek (2009 film), TOS , 33 comments
This weekend is the annual TrekFest in Riverside Iowa (the futre childhood home of James T. Kirk). On hand will be stars of the classic Star Trek, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, and George Takei. Nichols has a new interview promoting the event, where she talks about her career and what she thinks of the new Star Trek movie.
STO Game Update: New Screenshots + Cardassians + Klingon v Klingon + New Backstory + more
by Joseph Gunnell , Filed under: Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek Online , 33 comments
In the last couple of weeks there has been quite a bit of activity for the Star Trek Online MMORPG. This update to Star Trek Online showcases three new screenshots (including Cardassians and Species 8472!), an update to Cryptic’s FAQ, two updates to the Path to 2409 series along with a few other tidbits of information, including more of the connection between the game and the new Star Trek movie
JJ Abrams Presents Leonard Nimoy With Lifetime Achievement Saturn Award & Talks Trek Sequel
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Abrams, Nimoy, Sci-Fi, Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek sequel (2012) , 75 comments
Last night the 35th annual Saturn Awards were held in Los Angeles honoring the world of science fiction. The big winner of the night was The Dark Knight, with Star Trek eligible for next year’s awards. But Trek was still there as Leonard Nimoy was given a lifetime achievement award, presented by JJ Abrams, who also made some comments about the next Star Trek film.
Academy Rule Change Sparks Oscar Buzz For JJ Abrams Star Trek June 24, 2009
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Star Trek (2009 film) , 218 comments
Today the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced a change in the rules for the Oscars, which could open the door to more popular movies being considered for Best Picture. Returning to rules it used up until 1943, the Academy will be doubling the number of nominees to ten. The change already has some wondering if Star Trek could be on that list.
Watch Winning Entries In GoAnimate Star Trek ‘Backstory’ Contest
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Comics, Fan Productions, Merchandise, TOS , 9 comments
GoAnimate.com, the site that allows you to create and share animations, has just announced the winners of its most recent Star Trek contest, "THE BACKSTORY". This contest was to honor the addition of three new TOS characters to the GoAnimate platform – Nurse Chapel, a Gorn, and Mara – and also, to honor the backstory theme of the latest Trek film. Check out the winners below.
The Collective: Review Of “Star Trek” Novel Adaptation Signed Collector’s Edition Box Set
by John Tenuto , Filed under: Books, Star Trek (2009 film) , 29 comments
The adaptation to 2009’s Star Trek film by Alan Dean Foster has had seven printings so far and made its way to the New York Times Best seller list. It is appropriate then that his book is getting some royal treatment by Premiere Collectibles. TrekMovie has all the details in our review of their special edition boxed signed hardcover book.
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