Playmates Toys Expanding Star Trek Line To Original Series + More Movie Toys For 2010 October 14, 2009
by John Tenuto , Filed under: Star Trek (2009 film), TOS, Toys , 51 comments
One of the great things about toys and collectibles is that they help make the wait between movies (and television shows…you listening CBS?) more tolerable. Playmates Toys, which returned to the franchise with Star Trek movie toys in April, and has a 2nd wave coming soon, has announced plans to expand their Trek offerings with new types of toys, and they are also adding Original Series figures as well. First details below.
Ron Moore Decries Star Trek Technobabble
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Science/Technology, TNG, TOS , 189 comments
The Star Trek franchise, especially in the TNG era, is well known for its scientific and engineering dialiog, often referred to as ‘technobabble’. Recently when speaking at the New York Television Festival, veteran Star Trek writer/producer and Battlestar Galactica co-creator, Ron Moore spoke about how he became “frustrated” with this aspect of Trek. Watch video of Moore talking tech below.
Chris Pine To Be Next Jack Ryan + Cho’s FlashForward Gets Full Season Order
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, ST09 Cast , 53 comments
Star Trek’s Captain Kirk Chris Pine is about to take over another famous movie character. Late last night it was confirmed that Pine has been picked for a different Paramount franchise, playing the Tom Clancy character Jack Ryan, the CIA analyst at the heart of four previous feature films. Also, in other Star Trek cast member news, John Cho’s FlashForward has been signed for a full season at ABC.
Video of JJ Abrams From Last Week’s Star Trek Home Video Press Event October 13, 2009
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Abrams, DVD/Blu-ray, Fringe, Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek sequel (2012) , 18 comments
Last week Star Trek director JJ Abrams conducted a Q&A at a press event promoting the upcoming Star Trek DVD and Blu-ray releases. TrekMovie posted a partial transcript, which covered what JJ said, not related to the home video releases. Video from the event is now available online, which includes poritions related to the DVD and Blu-ray releases (which was previously under media embargo). Watch it below
New Paramount Film Deals For JJ Abrams & Chris Pine – Is There Still Time For Star Trek Sequel in 2011? October 12, 2009
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Abrams, Star Trek sequel (2012) , 86 comments
The two captain’s of this year’s Star Trek movie have been working even more deals at Paramount in recent days. The trades are reporting that Star Trek producer/director JJ Abrams has put yet another film into development, with a $2M script purchase. Plus, Chris Pine is now in talks to star in a new Paramount drama directed by DJ Carauso. Details below.
Sci-Fi Movies Monday: Cabin in the Woods, Paranormal Activity, Predators, Spider-Man 4, Venom + more
by Rosario T. Calabria , Filed under: Sci-Fi , 36 comments
This week’s Sci-Fi Movies columns features updates on Sony’s Spider-Man 4 and Venom spinoff, casting news for Robert Rodriguez’s Predators, Bryan Singer expressing interest in returning to the X-Men franchise and more, including the latest casting bites, images and videos.
Jolene Blalock Joins Cast of ‘Legend of the Seeker’ + More Star Trek CelebWatch
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity , 50 comments
Jolene Blalock, Star Trek Enterprise’s T’Pol, is returning to TV in a recurring role on the syndicated fantasy show Legend of the Seeker. The actress begins shooting this week, more details below. Plus we catch up on more Star Trek celebrity news, with interviews and the latest from Patrick Stewart, George Takei, Kate Mulgrew, Alexander Siidig, William Shatner and more.
First Impressions Of Star Trek Movie Blu-Ray (+ Navigation Screenshots) October 11, 2009
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: DVD/Blu-ray, Star Trek (2009 film) , 135 comments
This week Paramount held a press event promoting their upcoming releases for the fall, including Q&A’s with Star Trek director JJ Abrams (see report), and writers Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman (see report). Paramount Home Entertainment also gave a demo of some of the features on the Star Trek Blu-ray release. See below for first thoughts and some iPhone snaps of the navigation screens.
Watch Full Video From Art Director’s Guild Tribute To Star Trek
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Art, Conventions/Events/Attractions, Feature Films (TMP-NEM), Star Trek (2009 film), Trek on TV , 12 comments
Two weeks ago the Art Directors Guild held an event in Hollywood celebrating the designs of Star Trek from The Original Series to the new JJ Abrams movie. On hand were production designers from Trek’s history. We previously reported with some pictures and quotes, but now video from the entire event is available online. See below for a breakdown and links to each part of the event.
Sci-Fi TV Sunday: BSG, Doctor Who, Dollhouse, Heroes, Lost + more
by Rosario T. Calabria , Filed under: Sci-Fi , 36 comments
In Sci-Fi TV this week, we’ve got a look at the new Doctor Who logo, plus the latest filming updates (including new set images), news on a potential early premiere for Chuck season three, a time slot change for Heroes, new details on the BSG movie “The Plan” and more, including the latest casting bites, images and videos.
TrekInk: Exclusive 5-page Preview of Spock Reflections #4 October 10, 2009
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Comics, TOS , 27 comments
Next Wednesday (October 14th) IDW wraps up their four issue look back into our favorite Vulcan’s past with "Star Trek: Spock Reflections" #4. TrekMovie has the exclusive five-page preview, check it out below.
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The Collective: Hallmark and Kurt Adler Gearing Up For Star Trek Christmas 2009 October 9, 2009
by John Tenuto , Filed under: Merchandise, TOS , 49 comments
Hallmark and Kurt Adler have announced new items sure to Trekify your winter celebration experiences. Starting October 10th, the second round of Star Trek Keepsake Ornaments from Hallmark are available during the "Ornament Debut Weekend" at local Hallmark stores, and Kurt Adler continues its Star Trek line with statues, lights, stockings, and Christmasy figures.
Science Friday: LCROSS Impact Update + more
by Kayla Iacovino , Filed under: Science/Technology , 26 comments
This week in Science Friday, read about this morning’s LCROSS impact of the moon, which happened this morning at 4:31 AM (PDT). Also learn how we can use all that newly discovered moon water for astronauts, the newest huge infrared discovery around Saturn, and some freaky glowing mushrooms. All this and more plus our gadget of the week: the Cupcake Cars!
Happy Birthday, Scott Bakula (& Belated Happy Birthday To Avery Brooks)
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, ENT , 40 comments
Today is the birthday of Star Trek Enterprise’s Captain Archer, Scott Bakula. The actor is 55 years young. Since leaving the 22nd century in 2005 the actor has kept busy, including working on the stage, TV, and film and he even has a new TV show coming in December (Men of a Certain Age). We also are extending a belated birthday greeting to Avery Brooks, Captain Sisko of Deep Space Nine.
Orci & Kurtzman On Star Trek Sequel, Fringe, Cowboys & Aliens & more + Pair Producing Hawaii Five-0 Reboot October 8, 2009
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Fringe, Orci/Kurtzman, Star Trek sequel (2012) , 162 comments
In addition to JJ Abrams (see previous story), writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman were also on hand at the Paramount Home Video press day. The pair took a lot of questions about the Star Trek sequel as well as their other projects, and we have full details on all of it below. Plus there is some late breaking news that the pair are producing a new Hawaii Five-0.
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