Rumor: Zachary Quinto To Star in Spielberg Biopic About George Gershwin? January 31, 2010
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, Rumor, ST09 Cast , 29 comments
Earlier in the week Star Trek’s new Spock made it clear that although he is coming back for the next Trek, he wants to branch out into non genre work. And according to a new report, one of those projects may be starring in a Steven Spielberg-directed biopic about famed composer George Gershwin. More details below
Giacchino Wins Two Grammy Awards for ‘Up’
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Music, ST09 Creative , 22 comments
Star Trek composer Michael Giacchino was nominated for four Grammy awards, including one for his score for Star Trek (the only Trek film to ever be nominated for a Grammy). And tonight Giacchino picked up two Grammys, but both were for his Up score. More details below.
Patrick Stewart Interested In Appearing In Star Trek Sequel + Mad Max 4 Rumor + more from PS in OZ
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, Star Trek sequel (2012), TNG , 108 comments
We have even more Sir Patrick Stewart news for you this weekend. TNG’s Picard was in Australia Saturday and Sunday appearing at OzTrek2, and while there he said he would be interested in appearing in the next Star Trek movie. He also talked X-Men, animated TNG, Doctor Who and more. Details and photos below. Plus there is a new rumor that Stewart may be in the next Mad Max movie.
Star Trek & Giacchino Nominated by Film Music Critics + Saldana at DGA Awards + Final Oscar Predictions January 30, 2010
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, Music, Paramount, Star Trek (2009 film) , 21 comments
The International Film Music Critics must really like Michael Giacchino, because they nominated him for nine of their awards, including three for Star Trek (plus Wrath of Khan got a nod too). In other award coverage, Star Trek’s Zoe Saldana presented at Saturday night’s DGA Awards (we have pics below). Plus the Oscar Buzz is heating up on the 2009 Star Trek film with final predictions before the nominees are announced in a few days.
Sci-Fi TV Saturday: Lost, Fringe, Smallville, Stargate Universe, Heroes, Being Human + more
by Rosario T. Calabria , Filed under: Sci-Fi , 24 comments
The sixth and final season of Lost is just a few days away, and this week’s Sci-Fi TV column has you covered with the latest news, images and videos (including the first six minutes). Also included this week are fresh details on Smallville, Fringe, Heroes and more news, including a season three pick up for the BBC series Being Human and Syfy picking up the broadcast rights to Merlin. All that plus the latest television ratings, casting bites, images and videos.
Patrick Stewart: Grateful To Be Identified As Star Trek’s Picard
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, TNG , 50 comments
Last weekend Star Trek The Next Generation’s Patrick Stewart visited San Francisco for a Star Trek con and while there he gave an interview to the SF Chronicle. The actor discussed his knighthood and how Star Trek has influenced his life, noting how grateful he is for the opportunities Trek gave him. Excerpts below.
Quinto Talks More About Upcoming Projects & Returning To Star Trek (and Star Trek Online too) January 29, 2010
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, ST09 Cast, Star Trek Online, Star Trek sequel (2012) , 21 comments
Zachary Quinto caused a bit of a tempest earlier in the week with his comments in one interview about taking a break from Star Trek. In some new interviews promoting Star Trek Online, the actor goes into more detail on his plans for the near future, and how he plans to return to Trek after doing some of his own projects. Excerpts below.
Science Friday: Mars Roving End + No NASA Moon Return? + Fusion Step + Orbital Dive + more
by Kayla Iacovino , Filed under: Science/Technology , 100 comments
This week in Science Friday: What is the fate of the Spirit Rover? Is nuclear fusion becoming a reality? Does Obama want to cancel a return to the moon? Can you skydive from more than 100,000 feet? All these questions answered! Plus, check out our gadget of the week: NASA’s Puffin personal air vehicle.
Star Trek Online ‘Head Start’ Begins + New Tutorial Videos
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Star Trek Online , 17 comments
Star Trek Online has its official launch on Tuesday February 2nd, however the ‘head start’ for the game went live just minutes ago. That means that anyone who pre-ordered the game can start playing today. To help get you started, we are posting a number of tutorial videos made by our friends at the STOked podcast.
Updated 2010 Schedule of Star Trek Books January 28, 2010
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Books , 71 comments
Recently it was announced that Pocket Books had removed four Star Trek movie tie-in books from the 2010 schedule, which left a bit of a hole for the year. Pocket has now provided us with their updated schedule, which has filled that gap with some reprints. See below for the updated 2010 schedule, including some covers and details for the Star Trek books of the year. [UPDATE: added 2 more final cover images]
Watch Star Trek Online Intro Video Voiced By Leonard Nimoy – Ties STO to ST09
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Nimoy, Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek Online , 79 comments
When you first launch Star Trek Online you will be treated to an introduction to game narrated by Leonard Nimoy which explains some of the back-story and ties it into the 2009 Star Trek movie. This intro was one of the last elements of the game added to the beta over last weekend, and so a few fans captured it and put it online. Check it out below.
Quinto Clarifies: Will Be Spock For 2012 + Appears in ‘Yoda’ Comedy Podcast
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, Star Trek sequel (2012) , 52 comments
Yesterday we reported that Zachary Quinto said he was taking a break from Star Trek for a couple of years. For some this caused a bit of confusion as Quinto was expected to work on the Star Trek sequel next year. Quinto has now clarified his remarks, saying he is ready to put on the ears when needed. In other Quinto news, the actor may be taking a break from Trek, but he recently appeared in a (kinda) Star Wars thing. All the details below.
STO Update: Pre-launch ‘State of the Game’ + New SyFy Promotion & Star Trek Marathon January 27, 2010
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Star Trek Online, Trek on TV , 28 commentsNow the the beta test for Star Trek Online is over (see earlier report) the game is preparing for its official launch next Tuesday (and ‘head start’ this Friday). Today Cryptic posted a new ’state of the game’, including comments dealing with bugs, some details on new content, and hints for for the first big update of the game. Atari also announced a new promotion with SyFy, including a 2-day Star Trek (TNG & ENT) marathon. Details on all that below.
Sci-Fi Movies Wednesday: Avengers, Caesar, Clash of Titans, Conan, Harry Potter, Hobbit, Kick-Ass + more
by Rosario T. Calabria , Filed under: Sci-Fi , 30 comments
This week’s Sci-Fi Movies features news on 3D releases of Clash of the Titans and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, a possible delay for The Hobbit, a breakdown of characters to be featured in The Avengers, an update on the planned Planet of the Apes reboot Caesar, casting decisions for Conan and Dracula: Year Zero and more, including a box office update on Avatar and the latest casting bites, images and videos.
Zachary Quinto Taking A Break From Star Trek
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, ST09 Cast, Star Trek Online, Star Trek sequel (2012) , 42 comments
One of the cool features of the new Star Trek Online MMORPG is the voice of Zachary Quinto (Spock in 2009’s Star Trek), who plays the role of an EMH who guides you through the STO tutorial when you first start in the game. However, in a new interview the actor says he is now going to take some time off from Star Trek.
Loading ...
