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Random thoughts of a crowded mind
As a lover of science fiction, I have always been drawn to TV shows that explore the vast expanse of space. From futuristic technology to the unknown depths of the universe, there is something truly captivating about these stories that take us beyond our current understanding of the world. As a follow-up to my list …
Since Stargate Universe went off the air in 2011 fans of the Stargate franchise have been clamouring for a reboot or a new show, even petitioning for a resolution for the Destiny crew. We did get a revival of the franchise back in 2017 with Stargate Origins, a 10-episode digital series exploring the life of …
MGM is reviving its popular Stargate franchise, by giving the green light to Stargate Origins, a 10-episode digital series following fan favourite Catherine Langford. In addition, MGM announced Stargate Command, a subscription-based digital platform and fan experience, which will be the exclusive home for the new series. The announcement was made during MGM’s Comic-Con panel …
After cancelling Haven, it’s good to hear that Syfy has renewed Dark Matter and Killjoys for a second season. The network has ordered a 13-episode season 2 of Dark Matter and a 10-episode second season of Killjoys. Dark Matter Dark Matter follows six people who wake up on a derelict spaceship with no memories of …
Syfy has acquired the original series Dark Matter from Stargate writers Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie. The 13 one-hour episodes will be based on Mallozzi and Mullie’s graphic novel Dark Matter, published by Dark Horse Comics, and air on Syfy in 2015. The writing duo will also executive produce the series. Dark Matter centres on …
The season four premiere of Haven started with a splash, literally, as Duke was unceremoniously ejected from the barn into a seal tank. If you remember in the season three finale, Duke had dived into the barn (again literally) to save Audrey because it was falling apart. In Fallout, it’s six months later and he’s …
Thank heavens for the Supernatural Season 8 Finale Sacrifice. If it wasn’t for this episode, I would have happily assigned all of season 8 to the land of ‘MEH!’ which is right next door to the land of ‘I think I watched it’, which is where I sent season 7 to die. I mean, come …
Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD will be coming to a TV screen near you as ABC picks up the Joss Whedon drama based on Marvel Comics’ SHIELD. The series was developed by Joss Whedon, in collaboration with his brother Jed Whedon, and Joss’ sister-in-law Maurissa Tancharoen, and is part of the original deal that Joss agreed …
A petition to resurrect Stargate Universe has come to my attention. It took me ages to come to terms with the shows cancellation. After continually comparing it to Battlestar Galactica and Star Trek, I eventually came to love the series and happily got the DVDs. The petition opens with the following: We the audience humbly ask …
Season 2, episode 4 Pathogen was an episode that highlighted the pressures that come with long distance relationships. Eli’s mother has pretty much given up on life because she misses her son so much and can’t understand why he doesn’t contact her. Camille’s partner Sharon is also suffering the effects of separation. This is understandable …
Just discovered White Collar a few weeks ago so of course, I had to get season one before I could even watch season two. I have to have all the back-story otherwise, I can’t enjoy a show to its full potential. White Collar is about classy criminal mastermind Neal Caffrey who has been eluding FBI …
Season 1, episode 13 Still recovering from the incidents of last week’s episode Divided, this week’s episode, Faith sees Colonel Young and the other military personnel trying to find a way to live with the civilians who tried to take control of the ship. Just to confirm my thoughts last week that the writers of …
Season 1, episode 12 Stargate Universe seems to be borrowing from the Battlestar Galactica (BSG) playbook with its civilian versus military storyline. But it doesn’t work for me. This week’s episode was a chore to watch as we see the civilians go up against the military as they did in BSG. The civvies trapping the …
Season 1 Episode 20 In Stargate Atlantis, Siege 2: A new military contingent from Earth is sent through the Stargate to take command of Atlantis and defend it from the impending Wraith attack. I love this episode. The beginning when Colonel Everett (Clayton Landey) aka Captain Buzz Cut, shows up all gung-ho, boasting of his …
Stargate SG-1 is a military science fiction adventure series that has captured the hearts and minds of fans across the globe since its premiere in 1997. With its unique blend of mythology, action, and character-driven storytelling, the show has become a cornerstone of science fiction television. Stargate SG-1 is a part of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s (MGM) Stargate …
For anyone coming to the Stargate universe for the first time, I’d advise you not to start with Stargate: The Ark of Truth. There is no hand holding in this movie. If you didn’t at least watch season ten of the series, you will be wondering who everyone is and what is going on. Unless …
Season four, episode 14 Synopsis: While accompanying a princess on a pilgrimage to become queen Sheppard and McKay encounter a familiar enemy. As Stargate Atlantis filler episodes go, Harmony really wasn’t that bad. So much better than Irresistible. Despite having two older sisters, teen princess Harmony (Jodelle Ferland) is set to succeed to the throne …
A Dog’s Breakfast is a refreshingly quirky dark comedy that had me glued to the screen and laughing. The story revolves around Patrick (David Hewlett) an obsessive-compulsive recluse who tries to kill his sister’s fiancé. The story starts off with Patrick and his dog Mars, brushing their teeth, having breakfast and watching spiders. It’s the …
(Possible spoilers for season four) It’s been reported that Torri Higginson will not be returning to Stargate Atlantis. After watching the Atlantis episode Be All My Sins Remembered I, along with many fans was under the assumption, heck I was salivating at the prospect that Torri Higginson would have a recurring role in the show. According to …
The successful and innovative web series Sanctuary has been picked up by the Sci-Fi Channel. Sci-Fi has ordered a full 13-episode season of the new scripted drama series, which originated online as the first high-definition sci-fi Web series. Sanctuary hails from the Stargate SG-1 trio of star Amanda Tapping, writer-producer Damian Kindler and producer-director Martin …
Sanctuary was created by veteran screenwriter and producer Damian Kindler. It is a fantasy web series, which premièred on May 14, 2007. Its stars are Amanda Tapping of Stargate fame, Emilie Ullerup and Robin Dunne of Dawsons Creek. Amanda Tapping plays Dr Helen Magnus who runs a Sanctuary for all, this mainly consists of strange …
It’s been reported that Stargate SG1’s Sam Carter (Amanda Tapping) will join the Stargate Atlantis team essentially replacing Doctor Weir (Torri Higginson). Whilst I was amused by the Carter/McKay dynamic in Stargate SG1 48 Hours, I’ve come a long way since. I’ve had the pleasure of watching Rodney McKay (David Hewlett) interact with a scientist …
Season three, episode 13 While investigating reports of a “superhero” on another planet, Colonel Sheppard’s team comes across two old acquaintances. All good adversaries must come to an end. The highlight of this episode for me was the death of Kolya. He made a good adversary in The Storm and The Eye but after that …
Season 10: Episode 18 This Stargate episode was about girls and their fathers, Family Ties and making amends. Vala’s father Jacek contacts SGC claiming to have vital information that could impact the survival of Earth. Meanwhile, Gen. Landry’s ex-wife pays a visit. General Landry attempts to repair the damage to his relationship with his wife. …
