I was treated to a double-feature today. Not one but two spanking new SG-1 movies. We started with Stargate SG-1: Continuum, written by Brad Wright and directed by Martin Wood, which is a throwback to Stargate of yore: Jack O’Neill, the Tok’ra, plenty o’ System Lords, and an absolutely mind-bending plot to stick it to Earth. This one is a lot of fun and moves very, VERY quickly. After a quick lunch at Swiss Chalet where I ate some sort of club wrap that I believe was comprised of bacon, lettuce, tomato, and balsa wood (Mmmm. Everything tastes better with bacon.), we headed over to the editing suite for the second showing of the day: Stargate SG-1: The Ark of Truth, written AND directed by Robert C. Cooper which does a terrific job of wrapping up the many arcs we’ve developed over the course of the show’s last two seasons: Ancients, Ori, Doci, Priors, Tomin, ship battles – and a couple of villainous surprises.
As most of you know, Fondy and her business partner are in the process of setting up their very own dog spa. They hope to be up and running at the beginning of August. That should give them a good four months in operation before we at Stargate learn the fate of the show. If there is a fifth season (and I’m very hopeful given the episodes that kick off season four) then it’s full steam ahead. But, in the unlikely event that there is no fifth season, it’s nice to know that there will be somewhere I can finally put my reiki skills to good use. So, come November, if your pooch’s energy fields are looking a little out of whack, you know where to come fine me.
Oh, and I dedicate this blog entry to long-time fan Carolina who apparently twisted her ankle the other day. Come on, girl! Walk it off!
Pics: To all those who felt I looked too sad in yesterday’s entry here’s me looking ever-so-hopeful, the cryptic whiteboard title of a potential episode?, my friend Steve enjoys his schnitzel as much as the nice guy provided the next guy is me seated across from him taking his picture, Fondy’s fixer-upper.
Mailbag –
Susan the Tartan Turtle writes: “Which Pug is shown in your blog? He/she looks cute. Is this a naughty pug or a good pug?”
Answer: That’s Jelly. And I have yet to meet a non-naughty pug.
Mackenziesmomma writes: “ So does that mean that you are definantly not bringing him home then? Does he have a name and description?”
Answer: That’s right. He won’t be black and his name won’t be Kobe (pronounced Ko-bay like the extremely well-marbled meat).
Rebecca writes: “Is there a remote possibility that Ronon will develop a crush on Dr. Keller in Season4?”
Answer: Yup. It’s possible Ronon develops a crush on Keller, possible he develops a crush on Shep’s skateboard, even possible he gives it all up to take a job as a fry cook somewhere in Delaware. At this point, anything is possible (except for the Delaware part. As things stand, he’s more likely to settle down in Iowa).
Shawna writes: “Do you ever have Stargate-related dreams?”
Answer: Yeah, I’ll often have magical dreams in which I’m working away on a script. Inevitably, I wake up and, sadly, return to grim reality. And that script I’m working away on.
Anonymous #1 writes: “ You’re brave showing your face at comic con after offing two popular characters. If you really want to get a crowd you should include Paul and Torri in the lineup instead.”
Answer: Thanks, but I think the turn-out will be just fine all the same. See you there!
SueS writes: “ When you’re walking down the aisles of the bookstore, how do you decide which books to purchase? Other than recommendations of friends, that is. Is it the cover art?”
Answer: Yup, it’s the cover art. I’ll read the jacket and if it doesn’t contain any of the following the phrases “uplifting tale”, “spans several generations of women”, or “will make you stand up and cheer Hurray for Life!”, chances are I’ll give it a shot.
Anonymous #2 writes: “Can a person be a foodie if he or she doesn’t like a particular food?’
Answer: Yup. I for one don’t enjoy durian or kiwis.
Anonymous #3 writes: “ Do you think Atlantis can do that well on its own?”
Answer: I do.
Anonymous #4 writes: “Since you said the panels are scheduled for Friday, is there any chance that you or any of the actors will be at the Con on Saturday and/or Sunday? For example at the MGM booth?”
Answer: I don’t really know what the actors have planned, but I was aiming to spend the greater part of that afternoon wandering the convention center in search of Lou Ferrigno.
Anonymous #5 writes: “Is the panel at Comic Con with Rob, Michael, Chris, Amanda and Ben strictly for the movie Arc Of Truth or is it also for the ending of SG1?”
Answer: Sure. Rob Cooper will no doubt be happy to field any and all Stargate-related questions.
Ben writes: “Do you think you’ll have time to get the final book of the harry potter series in when it releases?”
Answer: I will. I’ll probably be reading it at Comic Con.
Anonymous #6 writes: “ Because you know it’s interesting that you bring Larrin in just when Teyla will be stuck off raising a kid or whatever.”
Answer: What’s even more interesting is your simple-minded assumptions that Teyla will be off “raising a kid or whatever”. Equally interesting is your desperate reach at connecting two obviously unconnected characters and storylines. Still, points for trying – or, as they say at your school: “That’s a silver star sticker for you!”
The Doci? Sweeeet; good to know Julian Sands is back. He was terrific in “Origin”.
I’m gonna try to ask two questions this time: 1). What are you going to do after you finish the first draft of “The Kindred Part 1”? Will it be finally time for an actual vacation then? (ok, I know that’s 2 questions, but still), and 2). Is it just me, or does the anonymous posters seem more…rude?
Hey Joe,
Just got one question what type of laptop or computer do you use?
Howdy joe, glad to hear you definantly won’t be getting Kobe.
My question of the day- what is a good kind of sushi for a beginner?
I’ve had california rolls but that is the extent of my ‘sushi knowledge base’.
I didn’t think you looked sad in that last lot of pics. I thought you looked smug and arrogant… that’s the image you’re cultivating, right?
As for the person who said Joe Flanigan always cancels things at the last minute, why yes he does. Not terribly professional, when people travel to see him, and he’s probably better off not agreeing to do things in the first place, so people don’t get disappointed.
But at the same time, anyone who’s seen the thunk thread where they like to post pics of his naked arse, and has heard stories about stupid fans pinchihng his butt would know that he has potential stalkers out there. (God, I hope his wife hasn’t read that thread…)
I’m sure the poor guy is freaked out by some of the fans. He’s not ‘out there’ and crazy like DH or PM who seem to love being the centre of attention. He seems a lot more reserved. I can understand him not wanting to have idiotic fans teaching him how to salute (yeah, it happened) or asking him how he likes slash.
Damian has said that “The Alienist” by Caleb Carr was one of his inspirations for Sanctuary. I have two questions: 1. Has a book you’ve read inspired any of the episodes/storylines you’ve written? 2. Have you read “The Alienest”? (If not, it’s a GREAT book)
You got to watch BOTH movies? You are so lucky! Thank you for the juicy little tidbits for Continuum AND The Arc Of Truth. 2008 is along time to wait. I wish at least one of the movies was coming out this fall, but I definitely understand.
I’ll keep my fingers crossed that the original team survives and that Daniel has all his body parts intact (yes I spelled INTACT right this time) at the end of Continuum.
Thanks again for keeping us informed about the movies…. Oh, and don’t forget that hug!
At something like 130,000 people on Saturday last year at ComicCon, it was almost nigh near impossible to walk around, let alone search for someone. I have friends vowing that this year’s CC will be their last if it has that many people attending again, because it isn’t much fun if all you’re doing is trying to push your way through hordes of bodies.
A friend and I (I’m from Australia, she’s from the UK) are going to be on vacation in Vancouver from July 27th for two weeks. What restaurants do you recommend that we visit while we are there? I’ve already written down Vij’s and noted that it opens at 5:30pm and doesn’t take reservations. Any other suggestions?
Joe,
First an apology for the really bad spelling on my last comment,
no more typing fifty hours into a bout of insomnia honest.
Can I say you look wistful in todays photo is that because you were wishing to be anywhere other than a Swiss Chalet for lunch.
I have some experience in dog grooming if this is a service the dog spa is offering, how ever the commute could be a challenge as I am currently living in the UK.
Thanks for taking time to read and answer our questions,your blogs never fail to amuse.
You should of took a picture of the BLT balsa wood sandwich. I would of loved to seen it.
It’s possible Ronon develops a crush on Keller, possible he develops a crush on Shep’s skateboard, even possible he gives it all up to take a job as a fry cook somewhere in Delaware.
Oh, come on, I know you’re joking about the Delaware fry cook job, and I’m willing to bet Ronon has already developed a crush on Shep’s skateboard, but couldn’t he have just one moony-faced scene with someone? Or failing that, why not give him a pet, like some kind of pug-like animal? Excellent opportunity for one or more of the little Mallozzis to earn acting chops.
Ooooh, nice little burn there regarding the silver star sticker. Have I told you yet that you’re my hero?
Nice to hear more about that pug you’re not getting. Kobe is a sweet name, considering it is not going to be used. 😉
Have you ever seen the show ‘ReGenesis’? Or even heard of it? If so, what do you think?
Take care,
Ayla McKay
Nova Scotia
Joe,
I like the way you pick you books to read, I myself was sucked into Stargate when I saw the book and thought…. “hmmmm looks like a good read” I read it within a day
keep up the good work!
~Teyilia
Hee. Love the first pic.
Wow, so they’re that far along on both SG-1 movies already? Excellent. Thanks for the little descriptions. I’m totally excited to see these, and especially to get some closure on certain issues.
‘Nother random question:
If there were a reality show (or, as they really are, an “unscripted” show) in the Pegasus galaxy, what would it be? Some sort of “Blind Date” show where Earth-folk hook up with exotic aliens? A “Cops”-like show that follows around one of Atlantis’s teams? Perhaps a cooking show?
I am so excited about the movies!!!:)
Yeah I defintely agree I much enjoy this hopeful look in your eye then the depressed “I can’t have my dessert” look. lol
Oh everything goes well with bacon??? Our radio station in Saskatoon the guys on the station were frustrated by the book club and decided to make their own bacon appreciation club. And they have had several meetings with a great turnout….seem like a good idea??? Yuck!
Nothing like conventions, where the turnout is usually one of three:
1.crazy obsessed fanboy/girl
2.stalker/creepy-esque, where we are all wondering how anyone can put up with them.
3.quiet appreciation for the show.
Aw gotta love conventions hehe.
-JJ
When Fondy opens her spa you could save a fortune on doggy-sitting.
She can take them into work, where they could do general meeting and greeting and counseling work for scared dogs.
If she ever moves into cats please advise. My hands are shredded after clipping claws on only two cats this afternoon. So I am sure a Kittie spa would be appreciated for cat loving Vancouverians !? (Is that a word?).
Susan
0458 am (cats were ‘starving’)!
dreary Scotland
Ah, alas, I won’t be able to make it to ComicCon this year for the first time in a few years. It’s rather disappointing, too, because I wanted to try out my new 400mm lens there. Ah, with a good seat, I could have photographed the nose hairs of everyone on the panel.
That and I’ll miss riding the trolley there in costume. Nothing like riding public transportation while wearing a pirate costume, crammed into a trolley car with a knight, a bunch of characters from the anime series Bleach, and Wonder Woman. ComicCon, I love thee.
When I’m back home at my parents house and read your blog, the cats get worried. They climb up me and sort of head butt my chin to stop me giggling.
How do the pugs react to unusual behaviour by you?
Answer: Yup. I for one don’t enjoy durian or kiwis.
Fair enough, the feathers are kinda hard to take….. :p Here in Kiwiland we call them kiwifruit, kiwi’s are the native endangered bird or people – neither of which have the same sweet tartness of the fruit.
Will your own pugs go to the new daycare or will they not play nice with other dogs?
Joe,
Since that intelligent poster brought up Larrin yesterday in his/her rant, I’m wondering if you are planning to have the Travelers back later this season after BAMSR? I don’t know what he/she was thinking about Larrin replacing Teyla since she is only in 2 episodes this season so far.
Also, a question about casting. Have you cast some guest stars just based on their “highlight reel” of past work or does it always require an audition?
Thanks!
lol, thanks joe, I know Carolina did smile a lot 😉
(but it’s her broken hand the problem, not really her ankle :p )
now now,question…uh…How did Rick look in what you’ve watched of Continuum ? hopefully HOT as ever 😉 can’t wait to see him back 😀
You have reiki skills? I’m impressed. If I’m ever in town, the dog spa would certainly be gettting business from me and my 10 dogs.
*waves*
Anonymous who is obviously trying to stir the pot has said…
…But at the same time, anyone who’s seen the thunk thread where they like to post pics of his naked arse, and has heard stories about stupid fans pinchihng his butt would know that he has potential stalkers out there. (God, I hope his wife hasn’t read that thread…)
OMG, say it aint so. That’s just downright disgraceful. I’m shocked and appalled at reading that, especially as i’m a ‘true fan’. Thank you Anon for pointing that out. I appreciate all the time and effort you’ve taken to go through the somewhat 75000 posts to find those nekkid pics.. I mean what were people thinking posting pics of Joe’s ‘acting roles’ I mean it’s not like there’s no David, Jason, Torri, Rachel, RDA, MS, AT, CJ threads that show these sorts of things. 😉 Heaven forbid people have fangirl/fanboy moments. So, i’m with you, nekkid butts (ala Duet), what will the actors/writers come up with next?! My goodness me, if we’re not carefull there might even be… Prepare yourself anon! Shirtless Shep pics! I know, shocking is it?
The human body is just so not nice to look at, and why would anyone want to *thud* over an actor, let alone a nekkid one… So that you’re not traumatized anymore, please send me over the link to those pics that i’m sure the mods would have deleted, but instead have undoubtedly, thunked into oblivion when they encountered those images, and subsequently haven’t deleted them? And i’ll ensure that they are *cough*saved*cough* desposed of immediately. 😛
I’m sure the poor guy is freaked out by some of the fans. He’s not ‘out there’ and crazy like DH or PM who seem to love being the centre of attention. He seems a lot more reserved. I can understand him not wanting to have idiotic fans teaching him how to salute (yeah, it happened) or asking him how he likes slash.
I agree there are some very weird fans out there… *looks up at Anon’s post*
😀
You know I said i’d behave, Joe? Sorry. I’m currently on a 12 step programme, but alas it’s not working. Any advice you could offer that could possibly curb my opinionated attitude?
*hugs*
Thankyou for the yummies Mr M, you’re a very wise and kind man.
Anonymous said…
I didn’t think you looked sad in that last lot of pics. I thought you looked smug and arrogant… that’s the image you’re cultivating, right?
As for the person who said Joe Flanigan always cancels things at the last minute, why yes he does. Not terribly professional, when people travel to see him, and he’s probably better off not agreeing to do things in the first place, so people don’t get disappointed.
But at the same time, anyone who’s seen the thunk thread where they like to post pics of his naked arse, and has heard stories about stupid fans pinchihng his butt would know that he has potential stalkers out there. (God, I hope his wife hasn’t read that thread…)
I’m sure the poor guy is freaked out by some of the fans. He’s not ‘out there’ and crazy like DH or PM who seem to love being the centre of attention. He seems a lot more reserved. I can understand him not wanting to have idiotic fans teaching him how to salute (yeah, it happened) or asking him how he likes slash.
Oh dear, someone’s in a pissy mood, aren’t they? So, how many events has Joe cancelled then? I can think of two off-hand where he had family issues and filming commitments…
Having met Joe personally, he made it very clear he loves interacting with fans, and has only had positive experiences with them.
However, he does have a family, so if he doesn’t have the time some actors have to go to cons, etc, it’s understandable, isn’t it? By the way, when I met him he was extremely animated and fun, and not at all shy…
Posters like you, who post anonymously – oh yes, which GW poster are you by the way? I won’t stoop so low as to name the usual suspects, but we all know who they are…
Anon, you are so brave to put your money where your very upleasant mouth is, trying to bait fans, insult Joe F. and Joe M. and be insulting to thunkers; you have my pity, and it won’t work. Sorry about that. You’ve made yourself an object of derision, and mirth.
You obviously enjoy trying to rile others and just want to try and ruin others fun. Sorry, not happening. I’m sure most thunkers reading this blog think you’re a trouble-making, sore loser, and your deranged post has just given them a good chuckle…
Thanks for the entertainment! Still laughing over here…
Only me again, I was obviously so overwhelmed with Anon’s post that i skipped over this bit… must hav blown a fuse. ;P
*cough*
Anon said
Anonymous said…
I didn’t think you looked sad in that last lot of pics. I thought you looked smug and arrogant… that’s the image you’re cultivating, right?
“As for the person who said Joe Flanigan always cancels things at the last minute, why yes he does. Not terribly professional, when people travel to see him, and he’s probably better off not agreeing to do things in the first place, so people don’t get disappointed.”
I have to agree with you here anon. I think it’s absolutely shameful that an actor cancels last minute to a con. Heaven forbid they actually have an emergency, or work committments. I mean don’t they know that the fans come first? I mean it’s not like they have a life, family, problems of their own to stop them from attending events or anything. They should be forced to attend regardless of the shooting schedules, work commitments, family emergencies, illness. Or be held accountable, just to please the ‘rabid fans’. How right you are!
Anonymous #1 writes: “ You’re brave showing your face at comic con after offing two popular characters. If you really want to get a crowd you should include Paul and Torri in the lineup instead.”
Answer: Thanks, but I think the turn-out will be just fine all the same. See you there!
Joe I’m glad you are going to be at Comic Con. I started going four years ago because it is one of the only cons that always has writers, producers and directors in attendance. You guys are a big part of the reason I go to Comic Con every year. You and Paul M. were fun at last years con.
Answer: I don’t really know what the actors have planned, but I was aiming to spend the greater part of that afternoon wandering the convention center in search of Lou Ferrigno
If you need help – I volunteer to wander in search of the big guy with ‘ya.
Anonymous pravi …
I’ve read that actors attend these cons based on their availability, work and personal commitments, etc.
This is not just any con, ComicCon is a very good promotion for the show with lots of TV media giving all the shows there a big cover.
Joe Flanigan said he catches a flight every Friday night to go to LA where his family lives, and spend the weekend with his wife and kids in LA. I wouldn’t blame him if he prefers to spend that weekend with his family instead of attending a con.
See my response above. 🙂
Torri and Paul are not part of the regular cast anymore, so there’s no reason for them to attend (I’m not sure, but I think Paul didn’t attend this con in 2004, because he wasn’t a regular yet).
Why not at least invite them, maybe they would. They both still attend cons even though they’re not regulars on SGA. The more the merrier since almost no one will be there anyway. 😉
Jason and Rachel could have other commitments, and it’s not our business.
Could be but we don’t know that.
Intead of assuming hidden agendas, think about the actors being human beings with personal lives beyond the working hours on set.
I do, but Comic Con is something else not a regular con, every TV show tries to get publicity that way and they try to have every member of the cast up there which I’m sure fans enjoy. With only David from the cast and possibly Joe, I think it’s sad that Atlantis won’t have more presentatives, stars attending.
I heard there was a very big positive response to Joe and Torri’s little display at last year’s comic con. I noticed you didn’t look too thrilled, though. A sign of things that annoyed you, perhaps? I think it’s safe to say you didn’t expect fans to like Shep and Weir as a combination, whether as co-workers or something shippy.
Those two work so well together, it’s a pity we won’t be seeing too much of that anymore. Those two have fantastic chemistry, as they both do with Hewlett, too.
The big three, Flaningan, Higginson and Hewlett will always be the best, IMO. Sad to see you’re splitting them up.
Hi Joe:
Yep, that looks like some popular restaurant, judging from all the empty tables around you. Nice mug shot, by the way.
Are you planing on any other cast changes for season four?
Patricia
will there be more skin in season 4 – particularly from sheppard, mckay, or ronan?
-n
p.s. – dude, you’re so adorable.
‘Anonymous #1 writes: “ You’re brave showing your face at comic con after offing two popular characters. If you really want to get a crowd you should include Paul and Torri in the lineup instead.”’
I can’t believe someone actually said that. This seems like one of those instances where you want to be able to leap through your computer and strangle them.
Anyway, I did have a question; I know your a big fan of Pugs and whatnot, but are you a fan of the good old British Beagle?
So when is Ford coming back?
A great story could be created bringing him back plus it’s an open story line that lots of fans “basically me” ^_^ would love!
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Why, Joe. You look positively angelic in that picture!
Do you have plans to run off and do something fun during hiatus? Or are you just going to continue plugging away?
Je me demandais, dans la cinquième saison, si on pourrait voir Sheppard, Ronon ou McKay avec le bébé de Teyla? Je veux dire, est-ce qu’on pourra les voir tout gateux avec lui?
J’adorerais voir Ronon/McKay/Sheppard donner un biberon à un bébé. 🙂
Joe
YOu look so innocent in that first picture.. Like butter wouldn’t melt in your mouth.. YOu can’t fool us .. we know different.. You could easily fill in for Hugh Laurie on House at the drop of a hat (what’s does that mean?) Have you read 1408 Stephen King’s book? The movie with John Cusack looks really good but I don’t like horror movies.. I wonder if this is something more satisfying?
Have a great weekend
Dori
I’ve gotten caught up in USA Network’s “The Starter Wife” (Debra Messing, Lou Mantegna, Judy Davis), and recommend it.
Joe you don’t look “happy” in that picture — rather a little like you’re having trouble swallowing something.
What do you do with the pugs when you go away from home? Do they get a sitter at home or other arrangements?
Joe,
I forgot to mention in my last post what a cutie Jelly was. I just want to pick him up & kiss him on the nose. He would probably hate that.
I wish all the best for Fondy’s place. That must be terribly exciting starting up a new business.
On a completely different subject – I LOVED the gentleman who played Cameron Mitchell’s dad. He was very appealing. He seemed so likeable and sincere. And he really looked like he could be Ben Browder’s father. In both shows he did so much with the little screen time he had. That look in Bounty was priceless.
I hope you guys will consider him when casting guest roles.
Is it possible “little Luttrell” will have a part in any episodes?
Why is MGM waiting until 2008 to release the first Stargate film? Why not take advantage of the Christmas holiday when fans would be snapping it up for friends, family, neighbors, etc.?
Hey, what is balsa wood, and what does it taste like? It sounds exotic….
From what I gather, you are very well fed! But from what I see, you look amazing! (you don’t look sad, depressed or anything in your pictures. i do like the “hope” look on you though!)
How do you find the time to work out (i am assuming) and keep the weight off? What do you do?
Anonymous #6 writes: “ Because you know it’s interesting that you bring Larrin in just when Teyla will be stuck off raising a kid or whatever.”
Somebody needs to go to the back of the class with the glue and safety scissors.
Yay for the dog you’re not getting…i personally can’t wait for the blogposts telling us what the little tyke will be getting up to and how the others are getting him into trouble
Hi Joe, Thank you! you made me blush one more time, I was not expecting your comment, it was a nice suprise. I twisted my ankle and fractured my right hand when I fell! and Marion, you are lucky that you are on the other side of the Atlantic, thank you too, it was very nice.
“As for the person who said Joe Flanigan always cancels things at the last minute, why yes he does. Not terribly professional, when people travel to see him, and he’s probably better off not agreeing to do things in the first place, so people don’t get disappointed.”
Let’s not be so judgmental before we know all the facts. Joe impresses me more by the fact that he seems to put his family before everything else than by his pretty face. These cons are booked months ahead. Who knows what can come up to change your availability.
And in addition, someone recently reported that they commented to JF about his upcoming appearance at a con in Australia, but it was the first he had heard of it. ????? Could they maybe be using his name to sell tickets?
Hey Joe,
My wife’s birthday is coming up, and I know she would love a signed copy of a Window of Opportunity Script from you and Paul. Maybe even one of the actors, any chance of that happenin? Just trying to hook her up with an awesome birthday. Thanks!
Joe, since it is not a secret and the Air Force actually has video clips and stuff about it (which were totally cool by the way) can you confirm whether Colonel Carter gets to “fly” (well be the pilot in) one of the F-15s in Continuum. Thanks.
Joe,
Do you find it interesting that the majority of those who voice their criticism of the recent SGA changes tend to choose the “Anonymous” identity option when posting?
…if it doesn’t contain any of the following the phrases “uplifting tale”, […], chances are I’ll give it a shot.
Doit-on comprendre qu’apres avoir lu Marée Stellaire (Startide Rising) et vraisemblablement “Elevation” (Uplift War ) (sinon d’où viennent tous ces “sentient gorillas” … 🙂 ), finalement vous êtes lassé par David Brin ?
Hey Joe,
I just wanted to thank you for mentioning the Scalzi book – Old Man’s War, awhile back. I picked it up only planning on reading the first few pages,(I didn’t have high hopes for it, sorry,) but I ended up missing an appointment, while I sat mesmerized, reading half the book and plan to finish it off today. Great book – I loved it!! Now I’m trying to find Mr. Thundermug.
I just have to say that I am sure that Joe’s wife would much rather read Joe’s thunk thread on GW than the post by anonymous above (saying her husband is not very professional)! Joe has a family and they come first and if he has to cancel the odd appearance we totally understand that and wouldnt want it any other way!
I have posted for a fair time on Joe’s thunk thread on GW and I can honestly say that since my time there I have not seen the bare bum pics that have been mentioned (… anyone got a link LOL!!!). No seriously, I cant see that there is anything there that you cant find on all the other thunk threads all over the internet for every actor/actress you can think of. Joe is a good looking guy and he knows that he is going to attract female admirers and when that stops happening and the posts on the thunk thread stop – then I am sure he would have something to worry about! In the meantime I am sure that he and his wife are pretty cool about the fact that we like to post pictures and admire his beauty!
On the other hand the people of the Shep whump thread….OMG they are a big cause for concern 😉 Dont you think it is a bit odd that they enjoy poor Sheppy being hurt? A few of them are more than a little obsessed with him being fevered and restrained ( and nekkid under the infirmary sheet) and I have even heard one or two calls for him being intubated – eek!!!!!! A group of fans to stay away from IMO!!!!!
And finally a question… Joe as soon as you know the exact date that SGA will return to our screens will you let us know??
anon:
“Let’s not be so judgmental before we know all the facts. Joe impresses me more by the fact that he seems to put his family before everything else than by his pretty face. These cons are booked months ahead. Who knows what can come up to change your availability.
And in addition, someone recently reported that they commented to JF about his upcoming appearance at a con in Australia, but it was the first he had heard of it. ????? Could they maybe be using his name to sell tickets?”
I think it’s just his unwillingness to involved anything related to fandom, family in the way or not. Check out the S3 DVD feature–missing again is Joe F profile. Being a lead of the show of all.
But 9 out of 10 time speaks volumes how he truly feel about these things. He wants no part of it!
Like someone else mentioned, if the SG-1 Movies are to the state they are at, why are they being pushed back to a 2008 release? Post Production and special effects need to be done?
Will the story conflict any with the opening of Atlantis?
“Let’s not be so judgmental before we know all the facts. Joe impresses me more by the fact that he seems to put his family before everything else than by his pretty face. These cons are booked months ahead. Who knows what can come up to change your availability.
And in addition, someone recently reported that they commented to JF about his upcoming appearance at a con in Australia, but it was the first he had heard of it. ????? Could they maybe be using his name to sell tickets? “
He does seem to put his family first, and that’s a great thing. He must have some serious frequent flyer points.
Joe was supposed to do cons in Aus a couple of years back with Torri, but some job came up, so Rainbow came out instead. Then there was supposed to be one in March or something, which was cancelled due to lack of interest (they couldn’t get enough people buying tickets.. I believe he was the only actor they had lined up, along with some writers)
That one was supposed to be rescheduled for July or August, I think. It doesn’t surprise me that he knows nothing about it. He was scheduled to do the Burbank con last year, pulled out of it, but was still listed as appearing on the pamphlets up to a week before. Even though it had been made clear that he wasn’t going to be there. The same thing happened with Torri at a convention she was listed to do in the UK. She’d apparently told them well before that she wasn’t available because of work, but they didn’t tell people she wasn’t turning up until about a week before the event.
I have to say, if that sort of thing is intentional, and a way of selling tickets, that’s pathetic on the part of the organisers.
I don’t like thunk threads in general. I think actors should be treated like actors, instead of pieces of meat.
If the things that were said in the Michael Shanks and Joe Flanigan threads were said in a threat for Rachel, for example, the feminists would be out in force. Seems the men are fair game though.
just had another look at the piccies, you look like you’ve had a revelation, a postulant to perfection….(where did THAT come from?)or was there dessert in the offing?
Hallo Joseph,
IBMD say that:
“Stargate: Atlantis”
Adrift (2007) Original Air Date:July 2007 (Season 4, Episode 1)
Is that informacion correct?
Oh my God, I love this pic of you 😀
This was a Schnitzel??? I don’t think so.. Couldn’t recognize anything Schnitzelish..
Have a nice Weekend..
Some puddle jumper questions
1) How many puddle jumpers remain on Atlantis? The supply can’t be endless.
2) Does their energy source ever run out? In fact, what runs ’em?
3) If you buried one in a landslide, could it get out under its own power?
Oh my stars! These folks are actors. They do their jobs by showing up for work every day and performing very well. Each of them has family and a life outside of work. How would you feel if you did your job well, and someone complained because you refused to work massive amounts of overtime that took you away from your family. I don’t think we should slight the guy just because he doesn’t attend comic cons. You like his performance on the little screen – tune in on Friday night and watch him there.
Sorry, I just feel like we are forgetting some very important stuff. These are human beings, with human foibles, and lives outside of the Stargate universe. Don’t they deserve some privacy?
got milk? said…
anon:
“Let’s not be so judgmental before we know all the facts. Joe impresses me more by the fact that he seems to put his family before everything else than by his pretty face. These cons are booked months ahead. Who knows what can come up to change your availability.
And in addition, someone recently reported that they commented to JF about his upcoming appearance at a con in Australia, but it was the first he had heard of it. ????? Could they maybe be using his name to sell tickets?”
I think it’s just his unwillingness to involved anything related to fandom, family in the way or not. Check out the S3 DVD feature–missing again is Joe F profile. Being a lead of the show of all.
But 9 out of 10 time speaks volumes how he truly feel about these things. He wants no part of it!
Right, Joe F wants no part of the fandom, which is why, for example he came over to England twice last Autumn to attend cons.
Why he chatted to fans and wrote lovely messages on photos for my two daughters. I mean, he did that because I held a gun to his head and demanded he do it, right? He did those things because he hates the fandom and doesn’t like interacting with fans, and my goodness, young fans? Well he wouldn’t kneel down and have his photo taken with them, would he? Nope, after all, as you say, he wants nothing to do with the fandom.
He didn’t answer our questions at the Q and A’s because he loathes interacting with us fans, and he didn’t tell witty anecdotes, because he’s not committed to SGA in any way.
He also didn’t tell us how proud he was to be part of SGA, and how season 3 was the best season yet in his opinion and how he thought we’d all love the back half of it. Right…okaaaaay.
You go ahead believing that, Got Milk? Those who have, oh yes, actually MET the man, know otherwise.
Say what you want, these ridiculous and unfounded assertations of yours make you look ill-informed and ludicrous, because, frankly, you have no idea what you’re talking about. I should add I haven’t met one person online as yet who hasn’t been thoroughly charmed by Joe F. after meeting him.
Well done. Now you’ve made me spam Joe’s blog.
Joe, it’s all, Got Milk? Yet haven’t got much up top’s fault, not mine!
Joe, please feel free not to authorise this if it’s too rambling, but I hate it when so- called fans unjustly criticise actors who are so sweet to fans. Joe F. didn’t have to be so nice to my group of friends and me, but he was.
Hi, NaniWahine here. Just discovered the blog and LOVE it!
I’m a fellow foodie too, so this is double the pleasure for me. I have three questions:
1) can I mail you some of my world-famous, 70% Cocoa Lindt Dark Chcolate brownies with walnuts?
2) Will it ever be explained why the Wraith cannot feed on Ronon?
3) Ever considered a story where the Wraith gene is triggered in Teyla and she becomes a Wraith Queen for a day?
Cheers & happy munching from Toronto 🙂
I often visit the Shep Thunk thread and I think may have posted a couple of times. Now does that make me one of those crazy fans? I mean after all I do like looking at pretty Sheppy pics.
Let’s just all live happily together… it’s summer after all. Summer love, and everything.
“I don’t like thunk threads in general. I think actors should be treated like actors, instead of pieces of meat.
If the things that were said in the Michael Shanks and Joe Flanigan threads were said in a threat for Rachel, for example, the feminists would be out in force. Seems the men are fair game though.”
Did you mean thread? or threat? It’s hard to tell these days with some posts! I’m assuming you meant thread. So with that assumption, if Rachel,Torri or indeed Amanda’s assets were discussed (and believe me they have been) then I for one don’t have a problem. Both women are beautiful and have sex appeal to both men and women. So if you’ve got it falunt it! *checks her own ample sized assets* Yep I think this qualifies me to state my opinion the subject.
Just so you know, it’s just talk about boobs and butts on these ‘thunk threads’ they are to discuss all aspects of the actors/actresses characteristics, along with their careers, the characters they portray along with their personalities. They’re threads of admiration at the wonderful work they do and the warm fuzzy feeling people get when they watch their favourite actor/actress. It’s not like it’s some ‘sleazy thread’ that people post in in a back ally in the red light district. In fact I believe that Joe has one of his own!
“I think it’s just his unwillingness to involved anything related to fandom, family in the way or not. Check out the S3 DVD feature–missing again is Joe F profile. Being a lead of the show of all.
But 9 out of 10 time speaks volumes how he truly feel about these things. He wants no part of it!”
I don’t know what you mean about 9 out of 10 times, but Joe has done a number of cons all over the world. If I remember correctly, he did 2 in the UK last fall shortly after the birth of his son. And has done every Vancouver con except this year’s in addition to New Jersey, Denver, Burbank and who knows where else. Fans report that he stays until the last fan in line gets their picture or autograph and is always extremely personable and gentlemanly, even when his butt is being pinched. He remembers fans from one con to another, always shakes their hands and even willingly gives hugs and the occasional kiss on the cheek. It doesn’t sound like he is unwilling to be involved to me.
got milk? said…
I think it’s just his unwillingness to involved anything related to fandom, family in the way or not. Check out the S3 DVD feature–missing again is Joe F profile. Being a lead of the show of all.
With all due respect, you have no evidence for that at all. You don’t know Joe and you don’t know his family situation. And, quite frankly, it’s none of our business. Whilst it’s lovely that the actors and crew take the time to get involved in fandom, they are certainly under no obligation to do so. They do work incredibly long hours and I personally feel that any time they choose to devote to interacting with the fans is something we should be grateful for. We have no right to feel any sense of entitlement that they should interact with us.
I too would love to see a DVD feature on Joe F but Joe M has on several occasions responded to fan queries that DVD features etc are dependent on the actors being able to make themselves available to Ivon… and I for one would hardly begrudge Joe F the fact that he wants to spend as much time as he can with his family.
Anonymous said…
I don’t like thunk threads in general. I think actors should be treated like actors, instead of pieces of meat.
If the things that were said in the Michael Shanks and Joe Flanigan threads were said in a threat for Rachel, for example, the feminists would be out in force. Seems the men are fair game though.
As someone who has been known to frequent thunk threads, I have to say that if you think those threads are about treating anyone as “a piece of meat”, then you are completely missing the point. The threads are light-hearted and at times very silly (and mostly tongue-in-cheek), but all the participants are there because they are fans and admirers of the actor concerned, and not just because of their looks – I won’t deny that plays a large part, as it plays a large part in the success and career of most anyone in the entertainment industry, but certainly all of the JF thunkers I know are fans of his looks, his personality, his talent, etc etc.
Hi Joe, I’m sitting here at home looking forward to the weekend by watching Heroes 1+2. Just need to ask you a quick question would you consider using the same documentary style story episode as an insight into the day to day working of Atlantis. It worked so well with SG1, especially with the character Emmett Bregman played by Saul Rubinek. Any thing that can be entertaining and thought provoking gets my vote.
Love the picture, that far away look (thinks!) “How far is the Pegasus Galaxy?” or are you thinking “Have I left the oven on?”
Enjoy your weekend Pauline
GeekBoy and I were watching “Avalon” last night, and we were both reminded how funny Michael Shanks was in those two episodes. The whole Daniel-Vala dynamic was perfect! Also, by the end of the first episode, Cam Mitchell’s personality was nicely established, so he didn’t feel “new” anymore. Well done! GeekBoy’s favorite scene of just about any SG-1 episode is Cam’s reaction to Teal’c shooting at the stone wall: “Whoa! Bullets bounce!”
To wade (carefully) into the present discussion, in my opinion, ogle all the photos you want, post all the silliness you want, but no touching! An actor’s work is out there and fair game, but they are not their work. I appreciate actors who are willing to put up with all of us fans in person, but I certainly can sympathize wtih those who don’t choose to do that or aren’t so good at that, or simply have families and other obligations and don’t feel they have time for that.
I have a question:
Have you ever thought about trying the wonderful food that is the wonderful New Zealand Bluff Oyster?
Do you even like Oyster?
I feel bad for the actors that attend cons and are subjected to fans that are obnoxious, obsessed, or otherwise embarrassing to fandom as a whole. Joe Flanigan in particular has been subjected to rather unpleasant behavior from fans in the past. If he’s really hesitant to go to cons because of that then I can’t blame him in the least.
Some fans need to learn basic manners.
I’ve met JF. The thing that stands out is the family thing. The way he talks about his wife and kids is very cute!
I’ve heard positive things about all the actors.
Teryl Rothery and Don Davis are supposed to be two of the funniest people you’ll ever meet.
Joe F has a very dry sense of humor, which I think some people don’t quite get. I love the way he talks abou his wife and boys though. There should be more mem in the world like that!
Torri did the con in Vancouver when she was very obviously sick from all reports, which shows what a trooper she is.
As for Rachel, she has a very good excuse for not being in the comic con lineup. It’s called a baby. Whether he/she has arrived by then or not, I think the last thing she’d be wanting to do is travel to San Diego!
1.)What was the approximate lengths of Continuum and the Ark of Truth?
2.)Do you think that Scifi channel will give you guys a two-hour premiere of Atlantis season 4, like they used to do with SG-1 before Atlantis showed up?
I just wanted to agree with all that Linzi had to say about meeting Joe F and his commitment to the fandom.
I must admit that I am totally in awe of Joe as an actor and I have only become involved in the fandom because of him and meeting him was a very big deal. Of course I was nervous and concerned that meeting the man in person would be a risk and that he wouldnt live up to my expectations. I was totally wrong to be concerned. He was awesome. He was so easy to talk to. He spent a lot of time answering our questions and left us feeling that he was genuinely pleased that we had turned up to see him.
Regarding thunk threads-is posting pics of Joe making a few complimentary comments and generally enjoying ourselves and having fun somehow wrong? I hardly think so. Now some of the spiteful posts that have been made on this blog over the last few months aimed at TPTB and the actors – that is wrong IMO.
And in addition, someone recently reported that they commented to JF about his upcoming appearance at a con in Australia, but it was the first he had heard of it. ????? Could they maybe be using his name to sell tickets?
That would seem quite unlikely when his last scheduled appearance in Australia was cancelled due to lack of ticket sales.
Doing a ‘crazymom’…
David H, was also still poorly when he attended P3. The actors seem to ‘carry on’ when sick, because they know how upset the fans will be if they don’t attend. I for one am very gratefull that they all take time out of their hectic schedules to meet us. Yes some fans are a bit nuts and need a reality check, but the majority that i’ve seen at cons are very nice and don’t behave disrespectfully. If they can’t attend for one reason or another, i’m sure that it’s unavoidable. So, how about we give the actors a break, and give credit where credit is due. If they have other commitments, deal with it! They are not here to be at our beck and call.
cowscows said…
I feel bad for the actors that attend cons and are subjected to fans that are obnoxious, obsessed, or otherwise embarrassing to fandom as a whole. Joe Flanigan in particular has been subjected to rather unpleasant behavior from fans in the past. If he’s really hesitant to go to cons because of that then I can’t blame him in the least.
Some fans need to learn basic manners.
June 29, 2007 1:48:00 PM PDT
That’s so true. People seem to get very touchy feely with him and MS, from what I’ve heard, so I could understand if he wasn’t a huge fan of cons for that reason. Some fans think that just because they watch someone on TV, they hoard their photos on photobucket etc, that they know them. They don’t. It’s funny that on GW for example, there’s a rundown of what you should or shouldn’t do at a con. Everyone seems to agree on it in principle, but then it all goes out the window when they meet the actor.
The people asking for hugs and kisses, for example. The actors aren’t going to say no. They’re in a public place representing their show. But do you think they feel comfortable about complete strangers invading their personal space? I know I wouldn’t!
“I’ve met JF. The thing that stands out is the family thing. The way he talks about his wife and kids is very cute!”
I completely agree with that!
I’m not a thunker and even I thought he was very sweet in New Jersey. He was on stage quite a while, and took everyone’s questions. He did the morning informal session, too. Very personable, very appreciative. He said thank you many times to fans of the show, and he personalized a good number of autographs when he didn’t have to, as in without being asked. Not every one did that!
C.
Dear Mr Mallozzi
As a person of good conscience, were you aware of a rebellious group who plan to hackle the panel at the comic con? Seen as they have nothing better to do with their lives, they’ve taken it upon themselves to plot mayhem. Knowing your witty reparte, I think it will be an interesting day. Would you mind taking a video recorder and possibly recording the specticals they make of themselves? This could then be put onto the S4 DVD’s as a special, you know only too well how much the fans enjoy watching someone else making an ass of themselves.
Yours sincerely
Tattle tale
Hi Joe,
the same question as yesterday: what is the chance that Claudia Black will join Ben, Chris, Michael and Amanda at Comic Con SG-1’s panel? After all she’s as integral part of the SG-1 team as the mentioned four…
I have to agree with Linzi and SheppyD in regards of Joe F.
I sure was nervous about meeting him,, wondering if I had to high expectations of him,,, but he was just so awesome… he took so much time for everyone of his fans no matter how many there were.. answering questions, asking fans questions, being funny,, talking about the show, so to say he doesn’t care about his work on the show or his fans are just so wrong…
The man is loyal to the show as he is also to his fans,,
Sure as a woman I can see his great looks,,but there is so much more to him that I see… I see an awesome actor that truly holds my attention.. he has talent,, and me and my friends that attended the con told him that..
So he has to back out sometimes,,big deal,,the man has a family,, and seems like such a devoted family man,,just of the way he talks about his family… The guy has a family and a very demanding job so I understand if wants to see his family as much as he can… I wish there were more men like him…
Not Bitter and Twisted said…
Doing a ‘crazymom’…
Cool! Next thing you know, I’ll be a verb!
Annonymous said:
And in addition, someone recently reported that they commented to JF about his upcoming appearance at a con in Australia, but it was the first he had heard of it. ????? Could they maybe be using his name to sell tickets
What Con!! I live in Australia and haven’t heard anything about Joe coming at all. Seems to me if any con’s got cancelled because of lack of interest it’s because us Aussie fans didn’t even know they were on in the first place.
I went to the first Con he was supposed to come to but had to cancel at the last minute because of work commitments and Rainbow came instead.
Those who went to the dinner the night before were told how sorry and upset Joe was that he wasn’t able to make it and he hated letting the fans down.
He has a life outside of SGA that some fans seem to forget.
I for one think he’s a wonderful guy and I understood that he couldn’t make it. That didn’t spoil the con for me I still had a wonderful time meeting Torri, Rainbow and Alexis.
Jules
Hi, Joe.
Thank you for all your hard work on the blog!
I think someone at the SciFi Channel loves SGA’s “Echoes” like the rest of us…it’s airing right now (Midnight Sat. June 30) — this is at least the THIRD date this episode has aired — and for the SciFi Channel, that’s rare.
Sam the Whale!
LOL!
Wishing you a joyful hiatus.
Morjana
Hi, Joe.
IGN just announced that “First Strike” was the Reader’s Choice for Best Episode of the week (6/22 – 6/28/07) and that “Unending” was IGN’s choice for the best episode.
http://tv.ign.com/articles/800/800699p1.html
Have fun at Comic Con!
Morjana
Hi, Joe.
How strange…I too received a very generous e-mail today from Lady Peggy Morrison, wishing to donate $20 Million UK Pound Sterling to me!
Her husband was the late Sir Richard Morrison — and by late, she means he died in 1843, so Lady Peggy must be fairly old…
Ahem.
Anyway, since you announced YOUR letter, apparently your good fortune has rubbed off onto me.
In the spirit of your kindness and generosity, I’ve decided to keep half of this windfall for my various charities (ah…rent) and donate the OTHER half to YOUR orphanage Joe!
The check is in the mail.
🙂
Take care.
Morjana