I was on set this morning, covering for my writing/producing partner, Paul, who was off on some secret agent-related matter, leaving me to make the tough calls on the episode in production: Intervention. As tempting as it was, I did NOT arbitrarily have the ship's interior painted plum, but I DID leave a message on Paul's cell, informing…
March 30, 2010: Yep, it’s Tuesday.
A small victory today! After rethinking my opening scene during my morning shower, I decided to change tack and rewrite what I had - removing one character, tightening it up, and adding an extra scene enroute to finally completing my Tease. Of course, I'll no doubt rethink what I have and rework it during tomorrow…
March 29, 2010: Production Update! Our Premiere Approacheth! Mailbag!
Sorry. Late entry today as I was off getting my hair cut. I bit the bullet and made an appointment at a place my buddy Ivon recommended. I must admit, my hair has never smelled so good. Today, we watched the very first director's cut of the new season. Congratulations go out to writer Carl…
March 28, 2010: Ranty? Moi?
I remember a time when comic books were only a quarter each. A time when you could go see a movie without having to sit through a bunch of commercials. A time when you could go to a barbershop - not a hairdresser or a salon or a spa but a barbershop, a place where…
March 27, 2010: No King Crab for you! More from the Atlantis archives! Mailbag!
You know what's even better than having a team you like win (ie. the West Virginia Mountaineers)? Yes, that's right. Having a team you hate lose (ie. The Kentucky Wildcats). Now, if only the Baylor Bears can knock of those annoying Duke Blue Devils tomorrow, I'll proclaim this "The Best Tourney Ever!". The night before…
March 26, 2010: Whole Confit Pig Head Alert! Avert Your Eyes!
When Tom Doughty, the owner of Refuel, informed me that the restaurant served up confit pig's head at a recent industry night dinner, I was intrigued. After all, some of my favorite pork cuts - cheek and jowl - come from that, uh, "upper shoulder" region. And when Tom told me that he'd have no…
March 25, 2010: Culinary Creations! Justice Art Department Package! Dr. Rush needs your help!
As most of you know, I've been doing a fair amount of cooking of late, all thanks to Gordon Ramsay, the good people at America's Test Kitchen, and the fact that I've lost both of my go-to culinary wingpeople. A couple of recent at home meals... No cooking for me tonight. I'm off to enjoy…
March 24, 2010: Oh, a whole bunch o’ stuff including the return of the mailbag!
Hey! Look who dropped by the production offices today! Bugsy and Marilyn! And, oh yeah, Peter Kelamis (SGU's Adam Brody) who tagged along with his lovely wife Alannah. Also dropping by the office this afternoon... Today, we broke Linda's story (episode 13), which explores the relationship of two of my very favorite characters, and also…
March 23, 2010: Assorted SGU Tidbits! Feeling (King) Crabby! And Somewhat Pig-Headed!
This morning, I met the positively delightful actress who'll be playing the role of Ginn in season 2. Loved her in Mad Men. Apparently, she's already worked in Vancouver (most recently on Supernatural), loves the city, and already has plans to hit some of her favorite food spots. After her wardrobe fitting and a visit…
March 22, 2010: Annoying injuries and assistants! Presenting…Stewie! More goodies from the Stargate: Atlantis Art Department archives!
WTF? I am suddenly beset by a host of discomforting aches and pains - not enough to cause me major concern, mind you, but more than enough to really annoy the hell out of me. I can't remember awkwardly twisting it but my hand is certainly doing its best to remind me of the incident.…
March 21, 2010: What movies would you like to see remade? Well, I’m glad you asked.
Great news for fans of the 1987 movie Overboard. Apparently, there's a remake in the works. The role of the wealthy socialite, portrayed by Goldie Hawn in the original, will purportedly go to the equally hilarious Jennifer Lopez. Now if they can only sign the charming Eminem to step into Kurt Russell's shoes, we've got…
March 20, 2010: Roooooooooaaaaaaaad Triiiiiiiiiiiiiip! Making Time!
I'm considering doing something a little different from the five star, fine dining culinary pilgrimage I take to Tokyo every year. No, I don't intend to replace my annual Japan trip, just supplement it with a more casual, down home excursion - perhaps a trek across the U.S. in search of the best American eats.…
March 19, 2010: A pitiful sight! Production goings-on! Brackets busted! And more from the Atlantis Art Department Archives!
The other day I was walking down the corridor when I happened upon a sight so depressing, so altogether heartbreaking, that I almost burst into tears on the spot. Almost. Instead, I pulled out my camera and took a picture of THIS... Ashleigh sitting alone in her office eating birthday cake. Fortunately, it wasn't her…
March 18, 2010: The mystery bag holds an unpleasant surprise! Peaceful Restaurant! Busy on the SGU front! With Great Power…
"You have to guess what it is,"said my dining companion as my hand probed the contents of the brown paper bag. Inspired by my recent blog posts about sampling new, exotic fruit, Denise had gone through the trouble of picking me up a couple of worthy candidates. I'd failed to guess the first one ,…
March 17, 2010: Production Update! New of Note! Art Department Package of SGU’s Earth!
Today, we spent the morning beating out Remi's script - episode 9. Alas, no title as of yet but I'm sure Remi will come up with something truly inspired in the next couple of days. We'll finish up by filling in the missing moments tomorrow after which I hope to receive notes on my outline…