On the Set: “FlashForward” Part 1

Sept. 24, 2009   Leave a Comment  

Courtney B. Vance stars in FlashForward (Blast staff photo/Conception Allen)

Ensemble cast and dramatic thrills are sure to please

Jody Thompson in Alien Trespass

Aug. 3, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Actress with sci-fi proclivity gains critical acclaim

Comic-Con 2009: On the Fringe

July 30, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Blast reports on the “Fringe” panel at Comic-Con.

Checking in with Corin Nemec

July 16, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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We discuss Corin’s role as serial killer Ted Bundy.

Stargate Atlantis fans’ choice Blu-ray coming

July 13, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Two episodes for $30. Hrm.

Nine reasons why Dollhouse season 2 is a good thing

May 22, 2009   16 Comments  

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So I caught up on “Dollhouse” a few days ago (as my Twitter followers can attest, thanks to my wild exclamations and general giddiness) and I’m gladder than ever that it was renewed. In fact, here are nine reasons why it’s a great thing that “Dollhouse” is coming back for round two: 1. The Joss [...]

Wicked cool Battlestar Galactica DVD and Blu-ray packages coming in July

April 30, 2009   2 Comments  

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We’ve got the frakking 411 from Universal on the release of several Battlestar Galactica DVD and Blu-ray sets, including a $350 complete series collection on Blu-ray that does everything but fly you away into outer space. They’ll all be released on July 28. The science fiction epic that not only bridged generations but brought a [...]

The day the Earth was dull (even in IMAX)

Dec. 19, 2008   1 Comment  

The movie is not a must-see, but anyone looking for a fun sci-fi film, go see “The Day The Earth Stood Still.” Anyone who won’t be annoyed by the fact the film tends to not make sense, go see it. Anyone who likes special effects more than plot and character development, by all means, go see it. But as a film based on a film that was a warning to take better care of our planet, “The Day The Earth Stood Still” does not nail its message home. Anyone going to the movie theater to see a quality piece of film, take your money and go see something else.

Spoilers included.

The day the earth sucked hard

Dec. 19, 2008   3 Comments  

I can’t, for the life of me, think of a good reason you should see the remake of “The Day the Earth Stood Still.” [...]

Michael Crichton at 66

Nov. 6, 2008   1 Comment  

Michael Crichton, award winning author and filmmaker, best known for his work on “Jurassic Park” and the television series ER, died Tuesday in Los Angeles, after a private battle with cancer. He was 66. Mr. Crichton’s success began with his first novel, and his first bestseller, “The Andromeda Strain,” which was published in 1969 while [...]

Just released: Mirror’s Edge Time Trial mode gallery

Oct. 7, 2008   Leave a Comment  

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Players who pre-ordered the upcoming Electronic Arts DICE Studio title Mirror’s Edge received a code to unlock the game’s Time Trial mode from the demo that is about to be released. Time Trial mode challenges players to find the fastest route across the rooftops and through the streets. Players can upload their best time to [...]

Too Human

Oct. 2, 2008   Leave a Comment  

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The only good thing about Too Human is the game it ripped off.

Gallery: Murder of Crows goes gold

Sept. 24, 2008   Leave a Comment  

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Lighthouse announced Wednesday that the PC space simulation expansion pack Sword of the Stars: A Murder of Crows has gone gold, meaning it is nearly ready for release. In addition to the debut of the Morrigi (the sixth new race in the Sword of the Stars universe) new ships, sections, and weapons are available for [...]

Release date set for Moon game

Sept. 23, 2008   Leave a Comment  

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Mastiff, otherwise known for making the competitive eating game, announced on a more serious note that their upcoming Nintendo DS game, Moon, will be released November 18. They’ve teamed with GameStop to offer anyone who preorders the game a free telescoping Moon stylus and game case, too. Moon is described as a sci-fi, action-adventure, first [...]

Stargate: Continuum

Aug. 11, 2008   2 Comments  

Stargate: Continuum came out last week hot on the trail of Stargate: The Ark of Truth. This movie finally ties all story threads in the SG:1 Universe — a fitting end to a series that started with an alien invasion. The direct to DVD and Blu-ray feature is directed by series veteran, Martin Wood. Written [...]

Rekha Sharma

July 2, 2008   2 Comments  

Rekha Sharma, who plays Tory Foster on the SciFi Channel’s “Battlestar Galactica,” did not always want to be an actress. Born in Vancouver, Canada, to Indian parents born in Fiji, she leaned more towards the musical punk side of her creative mind after developing a love of music. [...]

Don S. Davis, a true artist, at 65

July 2, 2008   1 Comment  

When Blast commissioned an interview feature with Don S. Davis, it wasn’t simply because he was an interesting character actor who our readers know, love, and largely grew up with. It was because I was inspired by the amazing range — actor, stunt man, painter, sculptor, set designer, writer. He was never really a leading [...]

Chelan Simmons

June 2, 2008   1 Comment  

If you ever find yourself thirsting for a taste sensation by the same name, Chelan Simmons will know she’s made it.

A portrait of Don S. Davis

March 3, 2008   3 Comments  

Don Davis' "Oregon Coast" painting

Look for the name Don S. Davis in the credits of television shows and movies, in the corners of oil paintings, on a military badge and, soon, on a screenplay cover. He is a man of many roles, many talents and, appropriately, many fans. People often don’t see the person behind the TV character or [...]

Star Trek: Conquest — Ouch.

Feb. 13, 2008   Leave a Comment  

Star Trek: Conquest was a low budget game from the start. The gameĀ is a feeble attempt at entertainment. The game is so simple that it completely fails at holding any type of storyline, maps or anything. Bethesda disappointed many “trekkies” with this one. The gameplay is turn-based strategy, which in the proper element can be [...]