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Harlan Ellison Wants to Write 'Star Trek' Sequel
Harlan Ellison Wants to Write 'Star Trek' Sequel
aceshowbiz.com — The writer who once penned an episode for 'Star Trek' TV series has expressed his willingness to... team up with J.J. Abrams for the next installment of the sci-fi film. (more) Harlan Ellison Wants to Write 'Star Trek' Sequel
Ellison Offers to Write Next “Trek”
Ellison Offers to Write Next “Trek”
sliceofscifi.com — Here's a day many of us never thought we'd see--long-time "Star Trek" detractor Harlan Ellison has offered... his writing services for the next installment in the popular franchise. "If anyone out there thinks this melding has legs, let Abrams or anyone ... (more) Ellison Offers to Write Next “Trek”
Sci-Fi Author Harlan Ellison Wants In On Star Trek 2
Sci-Fi Author Harlan Ellison Wants In On Star Trek 2
slashfilm.com — Harlan Ellison is a notoriously prickly fellow. Aside from his many works, Ellison is infamous for his... decade-long feud with Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry after he rewrote much of Ellison’s only Trek episode, “ The City on the ... (more) Sci-Fi Author Harlan Ellison Wants In On Star Trek 2
J.J. Abrams Producing Samurai Jack Movie
J.J. Abrams Producing Samurai Jack Movie
filmofilia.com — J.J. Abrams , and Bad Robot are co-producing the popular Cartoon Network cartoon “ Samurai Jack “... Samurai Jack was a four-time Emmy award winning animated series that ran on Cartoon Network from 2001 to 2004 and followed the adventures of the lone warrior Jack in his quest to ... (more) J.J. Abrams Producing Samurai Jack Movie
LOST The Final Series
LOST The Final Series
heyuguys.co.uk — In just over two months the final series of Lost will be hitting our screens to finally... tie up (HOPEFULLY) all the loose ends that have became unraveled in the last 5 years involving Jack, Kate, Sawyer, Hurley, Locke, Sun, Jin, Walt, Ben, Jacob, Charlie, Mr Ecko, the Others, Desmond and so on. ... (more) LOST The Final Series
R2-D2’s Star Trek Cameo Revealed
R2-D2’s Star Trek Cameo Revealed
slashfilm.com — As you probably know by now, the George Lucas -owned effects company ILM (Industrial Light & Magic)... likes to insert R2-D2 into the background of some of the films they create visual effects for. Earlier this year we posted a photo of our ... (more) R2-D2’s Star Trek Cameo Revealed
SR Pick [Video]: Star Trek: The A-Team Version
SR Pick [Video]: Star Trek: The A-Team Version
screenrant.com — star-trek-the-a-team-version YouTube user “ Phantom Knight ” has posted a hilarious video that mashes together the story... of the voyages of a certain starship crew, with the the story of a certain crack commando military unit, sent to prison by a ... (more) SR Pick [Video]: Star Trek: The A-Team Version
Matt Damon Turned Down Star Trek’s George Kirk Role
Matt Damon Turned Down Star Trek’s George Kirk Role
filmofilia.com — J.J. Abrams confirmed to MTV that Matt Damon turned down the role of George Kirk (James T.... Kirk father) in his Star Trek movie. Abrams said: “I did [approach Damon], but not for the role of James Kirk. I went to Damon for the role of Kirk’s father, and he declined in the ... (more) Matt Damon Turned Down Star Trek’s George Kirk Role
Matt Damon Turned Down Star Trek’s George Kirk Role
Matt Damon Turned Down Star Trek’s George Kirk Role
filmofilia.com — J.J. Abrams confirmed to MTV that Matt Damon turned down the role of George Kirk (James T.... Kirk father) in his Star Trek movie. Abrams said: “I did [approach Damon], but not for the role of James Kirk. I went to Damon for the role of Kirk’s father, and he declined in the ... (more) Matt Damon Turned Down Star Trek’s George Kirk Role
EXCLUSIVE: JJ Abrams Says Matt Damon Almost Played George Kirk, Not James
EXCLUSIVE: JJ Abrams Says Matt Damon Almost Played George Kirk, Not James
moviesblog.mtv.com — In the long, long (loooooooong) lead-in to the release of J.J. Abrams ' reboot of the "... Star Trek " franchise, a lot of rumors surfaced concerning who would be joining the cast. At one point, Gary Sinise, Adrien Brody and Matt Damon were even said to ... (more) EXCLUSIVE: JJ Abrams Says Matt Damon Almost Played ...
So which role in Star Trek did Matt Damon turn down?
So which role in Star Trek did Matt Damon turn down?
feedproxy.google.com — Before the cast of Star Trek was announced there was a rumor floating around that Matt Damon... had been approached to play James T. Kirk, the role Chris Pine eventually played. At the time Damon told IGN that it was “just an internet rumor” and that “the Kirk in [the] movie is ... (more) So which role in Star Trek did Matt Damon turn down?
Matt Damon turned down ‘Star Trek’ for ‘logical of reasons’
Matt Damon turned down ‘Star Trek’ for ‘logical of reasons’
blog.reelloop.com — M att Damon turned down the role of James T. Kirk’s father in J.J. Abrams’ summer hit... Star Trek , but turned it down for “gracious and understandable and logical of reasons.” Abrams told MTV that he had contacted Damon during casting of the sc-fi revival ... (more) Matt Damon turned down ‘Star Trek’ for ‘logical of reasons’
J.J. Abrams Producing Samurai Jack: The Movie
J.J. Abrams Producing Samurai Jack: The Movie
filmjunk.com — We’ve got a little bit of an update this week on the Samurai Jack feature film that... was first announced back in 2007 . As you may know, Genndy Tartakovsky is on board to write and direct a big screen continuation of his popular animated ... (more) J.J. Abrams Producing Samurai Jack: The Movie
J.J. Abrams Producing 'Samurai Jack' Movie
J.J. Abrams Producing 'Samurai Jack' Movie
getthebigpicture.net — Maybe I missed this before or maybe it's new information, but did you know that J.J. Abrams... and Bad Robot are co-producing the feature film version of Samurai Jack ? Apparently, that's the skinny from Frederator Films : Abrams has the project lined up at Paramount, which should be good ... (more) J.J. Abrams Producing 'Samurai Jack' Movie
J.J. Abrams And Chris Pine Have Our Gratitude For Rebooting 'Star Trek'
J.J. Abrams And Chris Pine Have Our Gratitude For Rebooting 'Star Trek'
mtv.com — The director and star are two of the entertainers MTV News is most thankful for in 2009.... By Josh Horowitz Chris Pine and J.J. Abrams Photo: Ethan Miller/Kevin Winter/Getty/MTV News With a worldwide box-office haul of $384 ... (more) J.J. Abrams And Chris Pine Have Our Gratitude For ...
Lost Final Season Date Announced
Lost Final Season Date Announced
heyuguys.co.uk — It’s been a long time coming with polar bears, VW Campers, a company called Darma and a... lot of characters but the hit TV show, LOST has been given it’s finale date by hosts, ABC as Tuesday, 2nd February 2010. They also said that they’d end the show with a special ... (more) Lost Final Season Date Announced
The rebirth of Khan: should he be played by an unknown in Star Trek 2?
guardian.co.uk — Rumours abound that JJ Abrams - if he is to helm the revamped Enterprise's second outing -... will cast Lost hunk Nestor Carbonell in the role made famous by Ricardo Montalban. Is that playing too safe? Directors have their favourites. Follow David ... (more) The rebirth of Khan: should he be played by an unknown ...
Star Trek Sequel Casting News – Spock, Pike Out?
Star Trek Sequel Casting News – Spock, Pike Out?
heyuguys.co.uk — And by Spock I mean Leonard Nimoy, not Zachary Quinto – there’s no chance J. J. Abrams... would leave out the logical half of the dynamic duo, but word comes from MovieWeb that Nimoy may not be in the expected sequel. He told MovieWeb: If J.J. asked me to come back, I would ... (more) Star Trek Sequel Casting News – Spock, Pike Out?
Leonard Nimoy Doesn't Think He'll Return for Star Trek 2
Leonard Nimoy Doesn't Think He'll Return for Star Trek 2
movieweb.com — With J.J. Abrams' Star Trek arriving on DVD and Blu-ray this week, the actors and creators hit... the red carpet to celebrate the release. One of the people we got a chance to chat with was Leonard Nimoy, who, of course, plays Spock Prime in the film. ... (more) Leonard Nimoy Doesn't Think He'll Return for Star Trek 2
J.J. Abrams Teases Star Trek 2 Details; His Return, and the Possibility of Khan
J.J. Abrams Teases Star Trek 2 Details; His Return, and the Possibility of Khan
slashfilm.com — Star Trek 2 details are floating all over the place following a recent event to promote the... film’s DVD and Bluray release. Sci Fi Wire reports that both J.J. Abrams and writer/producer Damon Lindelof have stated that 2012 is pretty much ... (more) J.J. Abrams Teases Star Trek 2 Details; His Return, and ...
Star Trek (2009) (Blu-Ray)
Star Trek (2009) (Blu-Ray)
dvdverdict.com — Reviewed by Eric Profancik Quote: "An honest-to-goodness summer blockbuster packed with action, humor, heart, and a healthy... dose of movie intelligence. Best of all, you do not have to be a fan of the series, nor seen a single minute of anything Trek to enjoy it." (more) Star Trek (2009) (Blu-Ray)
Three New Final Season Posters for 'Lost'
Three New Final Season Posters for 'Lost'
getthebigpicture.net — The final season of Lost begins in January, and six seasons might be one too many, based... on a few throwaway episodes here and there over the previous five years, but it should definitely not go any further than the end of this season. There are enough lines to reel in now as it is; I don't ... (more) Three New Final Season Posters for 'Lost'
Confirmed: R2-D2 Finally Discovered In Star Trek - R2-d2
gizmodo.com — At last, here's the droid we were all looking for. In this frame you can clearly see... R2-D2's cameo in JJ Abrams' Star Trek . This time there's absolutely no doubt about it: It's been confirmed by ILM. Click on the image to see the high resolution ... (more) Confirmed: R2-D2 Finally Discovered In Star Trek - R2-d2
'Star Trek' Sequel Won't Hit Theaters Until 2012
'Star Trek' Sequel Won't Hit Theaters Until 2012
aceshowbiz.com — Director/producer J.J. Abrams claims more time will benefit the creative process for the sequel to 'Star Trek'.... (more) 'Star Trek' Sequel Won't Hit Theaters Until 2012
Who are They Eyeing for Khan in  Star Trek 2 ?
Who are They Eyeing for Khan in Star Trek 2 ?
comingsoon.net — Just last night, we posted an interview with Star Trek director J.J. Abrams in which he said... he won't know if he'll direct the sequel until the script is done, which may be a while. But what if he does return? And Khan is the villain? ComingSoon.net ... (more) Who are They Eyeing for Khan in Star Trek 2 ?
Watch This: The Star Trek Gag Reel
Watch This: The Star Trek Gag Reel
filmschoolrejects.com — After I sat him down this past weekend and made him watch it several times, Pete at... /Film went out this afternoon and found a YouTube version of the gag reel from the Star Trek Blu-ray and DVD, which hit stores today. As we found out, this is one of the single best gag reels I’ve ... (more) Watch This: The Star Trek Gag Reel
LOL: Star Trek Gag Reel
LOL: Star Trek Gag Reel
slashfilm.com — JJ Abrams ‘ Star Trek hits DVD/Blu-ray shelves today nationwide, and if you’re debating on buying the... Blu-ray special edition - just do it. I got a chance to watch a sampling of the special features while hanging out at Film School ... (more) LOL: Star Trek Gag Reel
J.J. Abrams will direct Star Trek 2. If his family let him.
J.J. Abrams will direct Star Trek 2. If his family let him.
filmonic.com — While promoting the release of Star Trek on DVD and Blu-ray (get your copy here) director J.J... Abrams spoke to ComingSoon about the possibility of returning to direct Star Trek 2 . While he’d love to, it’s not set in stone yet: The truth is, the idea of anyone else directing the ... (more) J.J. Abrams will direct Star Trek 2. If his family let him.
J.J. Abrams on  Star Trek 2  &  Mission: Impossible IV
J.J. Abrams on Star Trek 2 & Mission: Impossible IV
comingsoon.net — While it's widely assumed that J.J. Abrams will be directing the next "Star Trek" film, that's not... necessarily the case. Abrams is one of the busiest people in Hollywood, yet he always takes time to graciously talk to press. Tonight, we asked him ... (more) J.J. Abrams on Star Trek 2 & Mission: Impossible IV
Star Trek (2009)
Star Trek (2009)
dvdverdict.com — Reviewed by Michael Stailey Quote: "This is old school Hollywood magic for a generation who have all... but forgotten it." (more) Star Trek (2009)
Confirmed: R2-D2 Finally Discovered In Star Trek [Star Trek]
Confirmed: R2-D2 Finally Discovered In Star Trek [Star Trek]
gizmodo.com — At last, here's the droid we were all looking for. In this frame you can clearly see... R2-D2's cameo in JJ Abrams' Star Trek. This time there's absolutely no doubt about it: It's been confirmed by ILM.... (more) Confirmed: R2-D2 Finally Discovered In Star Trek [Star Trek]
DVD Weekly Roundup – Mon 16th November 2009
DVD Weekly Roundup – Mon 16th November 2009
filmshaft.com — Two absolutely massive releases today and even though both of them are Sci-fi films they really couldn’t... be more different. One is a huge summer blockbuster and the other is an intelligent indie film. The one thing that they do have in common is that they both rock! STAR TREK On ... (more) DVD Weekly Roundup – Mon 16th November 2009
The Wait is Over: An In-Depth Review of Star Trek on Blu-ray
The Wait is Over: An In-Depth Review of Star Trek on Blu-ray
filmschoolrejects.com — Being one of the few writers on the web to receive a review copy of J.J. Abrams’... Star Trek on Blu-ray is prestigious, I will admit it. But it also comes with a great responsibility — the knowledge that my review must be a thorough look at the release, which spans three discs ... (more) The Wait is Over: An In-Depth Review of Star Trek on Blu-ray
SoundWorks Collection | Exclusive Video Profiles of the Sound World
soundworkscollection.com — Home Categories Film Profiles Resources About Contact RSS Feed SoundWorks Collection | Exclusive Video Profiles of the... Sound World Ben Burtt Receives the Charles S. Swartz Award from Director JJ Abrams Ben Burtt Receives the Charles S. Swartz Award ... (more) SoundWorks Collection | Exclusive Video Profiles of the ...
J.J. Abrams Not Adapting King's 'Dark Tower' Series
J.J. Abrams Not Adapting King's 'Dark Tower' Series
cinematical.com — Bad news folks (or good depending on your personal King beliefs): Turns out J.J. Abrams and Damon... Lindelof will not be adapting Stephen King's Dark Tower series for the big screen like originally planned. The film rights to the epic seven-book ... (more) J.J. Abrams Not Adapting King's 'Dark Tower' Series
J.J. Abrams Backs Away From 'Dark Tower'
J.J. Abrams Backs Away From 'Dark Tower'
getthebigpicture.net — We covered this ground a while ago, when Damon Lindelof said he wouldn't be adapting Stephen King's... Dark Tower , one of those projects so big it has to be a movie, but too big to actually be a movie. Wait - who's Damon Lindelof again? Oh, sorry. He's one of the executive producers, ... (more) J.J. Abrams Backs Away From 'Dark Tower'
No Tower for Abrams
No Tower for Abrams
joblo.com — There's something respectful in hearing that someone doesn't want to adapt a piece of written work. After... the idea getting tossed around for a bit JJ Abrams and Damon Lindelof have decided not to do Stephen King's "The Dark ... (more) No Tower for Abrams
J.J. Abrams Will Not Be Building His 'Dark Tower'
J.J. Abrams Will Not Be Building His 'Dark Tower'
moviesblog.mtv.com — It coulda been great! J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof — two of the key dudes behind "Lost"... — were set to adapt Stephen King's sci-fi/fantasy opus, " The Dark Tower ," for the big screen. Such a seamless fit between material and filmmakers — it ... (more) J.J. Abrams Will Not Be Building His 'Dark Tower'
'Fringe' exclusive: J.J. Abrams on 'bad' ratings, good vibes, and the show's future
'Fringe' exclusive: J.J. Abrams on 'bad' ratings, good vibes, and the show's future
ausiellofiles.ew.com — fringe_l It’s hardly a secret that Fringe is having a tough go of it on Thursday night... this season. Last week, the sophomore drama’s audience shrunk to just 5 million viewers — an all-time low. Sure, two weeks of pre-emptions due to baseball didn’t ... (more) 'Fringe' exclusive: J.J. Abrams on 'bad' ratings, good ...
An EXCLUSIVE Look At 'Star Trek: The Art Of The Film'
An EXCLUSIVE Look At 'Star Trek: The Art Of The Film'
moviesblog.mtv.com — We were just discussing in the MTV Newsroom last week the fact that J.J. Abrams' reimagined take... on " Star Trek " was this summer's " Dark Knight ." They're both releases which transcended their geeky followings to deliver universally enjoyable ... (more) An EXCLUSIVE Look At 'Star Trek: The Art Of The Film'
Weekend Recap - 'Precious,' J.J. Abrams, 'Battleship'
Weekend Recap - 'Precious,' J.J. Abrams, 'Battleship'
getthebigpicture.net — Even though A Christmas Carol didn't earn as much money as it was expected to, there was... still big box office news over the weekend. The probable Best Picture nominee Precious only played in 18 theaters and still nearly made two million bucks. That's a record. We're also getting to the ... (more) Weekend Recap - 'Precious,' J.J. Abrams, 'Battleship'
J.J. Abrams In Talks to Produce 'Micronauts' Movie
J.J. Abrams In Talks to Produce 'Micronauts' Movie
getthebigpicture.net — Should this news turn out to be true and a movie version of Micronauts happens, I'm pretty... glad J.J. Abrams would be involved. The Wall Street Journal says Abrams is in talks to produce a film based on the old Japanese interchangable toys - a precursor to Tranformers, Go-Bots , and Alexis ... (more) J.J. Abrams In Talks to Produce 'Micronauts' Movie
500 Rads - New J.J. Abrams Movie
movies.spoilertv.com — Thanks to The ODI for the heads up. With their now expected levels of secrecy and sneakiness,... it seems that JJ Abrams and Bad Robot are already deep into bringing a mysterious movie called 500 Rads to the screen. At least that’s if it will be called 500 Rads and this isn’t just some kind ... (more) 500 Rads - New J.J. Abrams Movie
J.J. Abrams is Making a ‘Micronauts’ Movie
backseatcuddler.com — According to the Wall Street Journal J.J. Abrams (director of Star Trek) is bringing Micronauts to the... big screen. (more) J.J. Abrams is Making a ‘Micronauts’ Movie
J.J. Abrams gets deeper 'Undercovers'
hollywoodreporter.com — J.J. Abrams wants to take a hands-on approach to "Undercovers," his Warner Bros. pilot at NBC. In... addition to executive producing the project, Abrams is in talks to direct the opening episode. Schedule permitting, Abrams will make "Undercovers" the ... (more) J.J. Abrams gets deeper 'Undercovers'
Trivia: Wil Wheaton Voiced Romulans in JJ Abrams’ Star Trek
slashfilm.com — What If I told you that Wil Wheaton appears in JJ Abrams ‘ Star Trek ? You’d... probably say that you didn’t believe me. Heck, we saw the movie, twice even, and didn’t see or hear a not-so-young anymore Wesley Crusher at all, ... (more) Trivia: Wil Wheaton Voiced Romulans in JJ Abrams’ Star Trek
Abrams has Micronauts?
joblo.com — JJ Abrams loves big sci-fi and mysteries, but apparently he also digs little toys. Buried in a... Wall Street Journal article about studios scrambling for "toyetic" (sorry, their term) properties to transform (ahem) into movies is this brief ... (more) Abrams has Micronauts?
J.J. Abrams Is Secretly Radiating Someone
J.J. Abrams Is Secretly Radiating Someone
cinemablend.com — Yet another top-secret project from America's favorite nerd. (more) J.J. Abrams Is Secretly Radiating Someone
Wil Wheaton Has A (Voice) Cameo In ‘Star Trek’
Wil Wheaton Has A (Voice) Cameo In ‘Star Trek’
trekmovie.com — In the past we have reported on Easter Eggs and cameos in the new Star Trek movie,... but there is one that has not been revealed until today. Professional Geek and former TNG castmember Wil Wheaton announced on his blog today that he had a small voice ... (more) Wil Wheaton Has A (Voice) Cameo In ‘Star Trek’
J.J. Abrams near deal to direct NBC's 'Undercovers'
J.J. Abrams near deal to direct NBC's 'Undercovers'
thrfeed.com — J.J. Abrams is going to take a hands-on approach to his "Undercovers" pilot at NBC.... (more) J.J. Abrams near deal to direct NBC's 'Undercovers'
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