Latest Stargate News
Calling All Richard Dean Anderson Fans:
The “Meet The Man” event in August of 2010 organizers have agreed to personally hand RDA a small video for him to view and keep, made of photos of his fans from around the world. This idea belongs to two fans from the rdanderson.com. forum who are already in the process of making the video. Go to rdanderson.com and click on the Forum button at the top. The thread for the project can be found under Richard Dean Anderson
For information and tickets: http://www.gabitevents.co.uk/meettheman.html
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In other new RDA news
Mr. Anderson is now on Twitter. Finally!
http://twitter.com/andersonrdean
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Richard Dean Anderson To Recur On New USA Series
What happens when you combine bicarbonate of soda, a wad of chewing gum, white vinegar, and a makeshift fuse fashioned from a Marlboro Light? You get Richard Dean Anderson guest-starring on the upcoming USA Network series`Facing Kate.'
Fancast has learned exclusively that the star of yes, MacGyver, as well as`Stargate SG-1` will appear on at least five episodes of the fall series, which stars the totally gorgeous Sarah Shahi ('Life') as Kate Reed, a top-flight litigator who leaves her firm to become a mediator. Anderson's `Facing Kate' role is that of David Smith, a charismatic but secretive man who enters Kate's life shortly after the death of her father. In short order, it is revealed that David has deeper connections to the Reed family. Earlier this month, Anderson reprised his role of `SG-1's Jack O'Neill onSyfy's `Stargate Universe.' Shahi's `Facing Kate' costars include Michael Trucco ('Battlestar Galactica'), Virginia Williams ('Monarch Cove') and Baron Vaughn ('The Awkward Comedy Show'). Production began June 16 in Vancouver.
Sources: http://www.fancast.com/blogs/2010/tv-news/scoop-richard-dean-anderson-to-recur-on-new-usa-series/
http://www.dtvusaforum.com/content/168-richard-dean-anderson-un-retires-real.html
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Robert C. Cooper is leaving the Stargate Franchise!
Robert C. Cooper directs the penulimate episode of Stargate Atlantis, "Vegas."
Following this weekend’s news that long-time Stargate writer, producer, and director Robert C. Cooper will leave the franchise after his appearance at Comic-Con next month (story), we contacted him to find out just why he’s made the decision, what Stargate has meant to him - and what he plans to do next. First things first: Cooper clarified that, at least for the remainder of SGU Season Two, he won’t be entirely absent.
“I’m not leaving completely, actually just stepping back to more of a consulting role for the end of this season,” he said. “However, my credit will remain Executive Producer. We’ve already developed most of Season Two and I feel very confident leaving the show in good hands.” In addition to the already filmed “Aftermath” and “Malice,” he told us: “I will be writing one more episode for late Season Two. as well as giving notes on scripts, cuts and mixes. The guys won’t be getting rid of me that easily. It just might be a little easier to ignore me.”
So why is Cooper calling it quits - especially now, after Stargate Universe was supposed to give the writers a different kind of show to work on? “To be honest this has been a very difficult decision,” he said. “I love Universe as a show and working with this cast and crew has been the best experience of my career thus far. However, it’s been a long time working on one franchise and a number of factors have contributed to my feeling that it’s time to move on.”
Cooper with actor Joe Flanigan, at the New Mexico location shoot for "Vegas"
Cooper said that he isn’t being lured away by another project that is already lined up, but will take advantage of a break to make some decisions about the future of his career - be it in writing, producing, or doing more directing. “My head has been so full of Stargate for so long I’m really going to need some time to figure out exactly what I want to do next,” he said.
It would be hard to over-estimate Cooper’s contribution to the fabric of this franchise, which spans all of Stargate’s 14 years of production, 17 seasons (including the unaired second season of Universe), and two DVD movies - including The Ark of Truth, which Cooper wrote and directed. He began as a writer and story editor in the first year of Stargate SG-1, and went on to run that show and to create Stargate Atlantis and Stargate Universe with Brad Wright. So it’s no surprise that Stargate and its faces leave an indelible mark on Cooper, as well. “It’s been almost my entire career,” he told GateWorld. “It’s meant the world to me. So has the support of the fans, you and your site.
Some highlights looking back would have to include ‘200′ and the party that went with it; ‘Unending,’ as much for the experience as the final product; ‘Vegas’ because of Vegas; ‘Time,’ one of the most challenging and yet smooth and easy shoots I’ve ever been a part of - the cast was amazing; and most recently, ‘Malice’ in New Mexico. “I can’t really say directing Robert Carlyle ['Nicholas Rush'] is a privilege because it’s not so much directing as it is just getting to watch a great performance up close.”
Rob on the set of his 2008 movie Stargate: The Ark of Truth
Cooper added that his decision is not the result of any conflict with the network or the studio. “I feel lucky to call Charles Cohen at MGM a friend,” he said. “He has never been anything but a whole-hearted supporter of myself and everything Stargate. And I owe a great deal to the support and confidence from everyone over at Syfy including Mark Stern, Dave Howe, Tom Vitale, and the always awesome Erika Kennair.”
Whatever projects await the multi-talented writer, producer, and director in the years ahead, Cooper has cut his teeth and built his career on that Ancient portal to other worlds. And he isn’t leaving Stargate with the firm intention of never coming back. “I keep telling people this is not good-bye,” he said. “In fact, I can’t rule out returning to Stargate in the future.”
Sources: www.Gateworld.net http://www.airlockalpha.com/node/7545
(Personally, I salute Mr. Cooper for his good taste and for realizing that SGU is sinking the Stargate franchise ship….it's better to get out now).
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Official Stargate Magazine Closing Down
Source: http://stargate-sg1-solutions.com/blog/2010/06/official-stargate-magazine-closing-down/
(Another clue of the state of Stargate franchise)
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Propworx2 Stargate Auctions
http://shop.ebay.com/propworx2/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p4340
Check out their site: http://stargateartifacts.com/
(And if the above two items were not enough to convince everyone
about the state of the franchise, Propworx2 have been selling off everything related
to Stargate over the last few months)
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Small Replica of Stargate
This homemade replica of a stargate was made by one Australian man for his son.
Source: Visboo - http://visboo.com
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Other News from GateWorld:
“Ask Colin Cunningham!”, a brand new recurring GateWorld feature. Colin Cunningham (Stargate SG-1’s Major Paul Davis) has graciously agreed to field questions from GateWorld readers. And when we say questions, we mean questions. No question is off the table. He’s ready, and he’s waiting! Simply send an e-mail to him at: askcolincunningham@yahoo.com, and we’ll pass it his way. (Please use this method only, as any questions posed to Colin in the comments section below won’t be considered.) Also, as a reminder, please use respect with your question submissions. Questions and comments to Colin that are inappropriate, disrespectful or crude will not be passed along to him. Keep watching GateWorld for updates as our inaugural edition of “Ask Colin” is coming soon!
Source: www.Gateworld.net
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Check Out Jason Momoa As Conan In This First Look!
Jason Momoa looks good though and certainly is different than the look
that was instilled in cinematic legend by Schwarzenegger.
Check out the photos: http://www.fusedfilm.com/2010/05/check-out-jason-momoa-as-conan-in-this-first-look/
Sources:
www.fusedfilm.com
http://www.worstpreviews.com/headline.php?id=18039&count=0
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'Faces in the Crowd' Begins Filming, Full Cast Revealed
Oscar-nominated writer/director Julien Magnat's feature length debut Faces in the Crowd began principal photography in and around Winnipeg, Canada this past weekend. Joining the previously announced Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil, The Fourth Kind) and Julian McMahon ("Nip/Tuck", Fantastic Four) are Michael Shanks ("Stargate", "24"), David Atrakchi (Transporter 3), Sarah Wayne Callies ("Prison Break") and Marianne Faithful. The concept behind this thriller is pretty cool as Jovovich stars as a woman who has a severe case of face-blindess -- and there's "someone" after her. You can find the full plot details below. http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/20162/
Source: www.bloody-disgusting.com
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Ben Browder to star in new Web series
Former Stargate SG-1 and Farscape star Ben Browder is slated to star in a new “noir” Web series entitled “Naught for Hire”. Browder played Colonel Cameron Mitchell on SG-1. In the new series, he’ll play down on his luck private detective Nick Naught. The show will have the feel of old school style detective stories, and will consist of 13 six-minute episodes. The show is set about 20 years from now in a world where humans and artificial intelligence objects such as cars and answering machines live at peace with one another.
The Web-based series will also star Juliet Landau, who played Drusilla in both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spin-off, Angel. Naught for Hire goes into production this summer and is planned to premiere online in December. Check out the official Web site at NaughtForHire.com, and stay tuned to GateWorld for more on Naught For Hire as info becomes available! (And click on the poster image above to see a larger version.)
Source: www.Gateworld.net
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Smallville Season 10 to break Guinness World Record
Season ten of Smallville will beat the Guinness World Record for longest consecutive
running US Sci-Fi TV show, that currently is held by Stargate SG-1 currently at the 20th episode of the season, and 215th overall episode in the series.
Source: providingnews.com
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Jewel Staite in New Movie
On Syfy, Jewel Staite ("Stargate: Atlantis") and Alan Dale have been added to the
original movie "Doomsday Scrolls," which starts production in Vancouver. A book editor
tries to figure out how to stop Armageddon.
Source: hollywoodreporter.com
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Sanctuary & Stargate Win BIG
DRAMATIC SERIES
Best Dramatic Series Stargate Universe
Brad Wright, Robert Cooper, Carl Binder,
Joseph Mallozzi, Paul Mulle, John G. Lenic, N. John Smith - Producers
Best Direction in a Dramatic Series Brenton Spencer Sanctuary - Pavor Nocturnus
Best Screenwriting in a Dramatic Series Brad Wright Stargate Universe - Light
Best Cinematography in a Dramatic Series Michael Blundell Stargate Universe - Human
Best Picture Editing in a Dramatic Series Rick Martin Stargate Universe - Human
Best Production Design in a Dramatic Series Bridget McGuire Sanctuary - Kali Part 2
Best Costume Design in a Dramatic Series Christina McQuarrie Sanctuary - Pavor Nocturnus
Best Make-Up in a Dramatic Series Todd Master, Holland Miller, Harlow Macfarlane, Werner Pretorius, Yukio Okajima Sanctuary - Fragments
Best Visual Effects in a Dramatic Series Mark Savela, Shannon Gurney, Brenda Campbell, Craig Vandenbiggelaar, Krista Mclean Stargate Universe - Air
Best Guest Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series Christopher Gauthier Sanctuary - Hero
Source: http://www.leoawards.com/winners_by_name_2010.html
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Creation Entertainment announces:
NEW CONVENTION OPENS: STARGATE
MINNEAPOLIS
In MINNEAPOLIS on JUNE 12-13, 2010. The guest list included JOE FLANIGAN,
DAVID HEWLETT, GARY JONES, ALAINA HUFFMAN and BRIAN J. SMITH
and the host for the weekend, the hilarious DAN SHEA!
Source: creationent.com/cal/sgmn.htm
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Savi Travels at Warp Speed Into Sci-Fi
SANTA ANA, CA, May 03, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Savi (PINKSHEETS: SVMI) is pleased to announce another shareholder and DynoValve owner has experienced a 10% fuel savings and enhanced performance with the DynoValve: Robert Picardo, an internationally known Science Fiction actor.
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/savi-travels-at-warp-speed-into-sci-fi-2010-05-03?reflink=MW_news_stmp
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For Cryin’ Out Loud: MGM’s Financial Crisis
http://www.gateworld.net/news/2010/04/for-cryin-out-loud-mgms-financial-crisis/
(Looks like no more Stargate movies, Folks!)
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Paul McGillion Talks Stargate, Recent Projects
See full interview at this link: Q&A with Stargate Atlantis’ Paul McGillion.
http://stargate-sg1-solutions.com/blog/2010/04/paul-mcgillion-talks-stargate-recent-projects/
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Los Angeles Times: 'MacGyver's' pop cultural hold on us
http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv/la-ca-macgyver-20100516,0,6153547.story
....And As Always....
Have A Very Stargate Day!