Give up the questions and nobody gets hurt! As I mentioned in yesterday's entry - in a bid to jam even more into Jodelle Ferland's already jam-packed schedule, I've arranged for her to do a little fan Q&A on this blog. So, if you have a question for Dark Matter's FIVE, please post them in the comments section…
February 7, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 48 of 91!
Ever wondered what Jodelle Ferland eats for breakfast? What comic books she's reading? What is her favorite episode of Dark Matter? Well, wonder no more because now YOU have a chance to ask her! Starting today, the comments section of this blog is the place to post your burning questions for Dark Matter's FIVE. You have until…
February 4, 2017: Vote for a new Dark Matter episode title!
I've always hated coming up with episode titles, but this little exercise in fan democracy has turned out to be all sorts of fun. Once again, you'll have the opportunity to choose from among three possible candidates. So far, this season, we have - "Episode 27: Being Better Is So Much Harder" What's next? You…
February 2, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 45 of 91!
So, who can identify this gorgeous piece of architecture? Zoie Palmer as The Android. The medical table (design by Karl Crosby). Mikkei Combine office supplies. Missile delivery! (Design by Victor Mare) What the hey? Suji is an instagram star. Today, she eclipsed my follower count! And it took her less than two months to do it!
February 1, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 44 of 91!
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January 30, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 42 of 91!
While I was sequestered in the Production Offices writing, sitting in on the VFX and Playback meeting, and trying to figure out a way to fit a square peg (Episode 308) in a round hole (the Episode 308 production schedule) Alison, Ivon, and Elliot were back at the other studio having a blast. Trust me.…
January 26, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 40 of 91!
It would appear as though we're creeping up to the halfway mark of the production schedule. The great thing about that is it puts as ever closer to the premiere. The bad thing about that, is that it puts as ever closer to the premiere - meaning we really need to hustle and get those…
January 25, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 39 of 91!
Tonight's TO DO list: Review Episode 301 Prod Cut Review Episode 302 Prod Cut Watch Episode 303 Prod Cut Rewrite scene for Episode 306 Watch auditions and make casting selections for Episode 307 Generate new scene ideas for the Episode 307 script Think about next scene for the Episode 309 script Do a pass on…
January 23, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 37 of 91!
"She's an emotional pooper,"said Akemi, by way of explaining Suji's knack for, uh, dropping pebbles whenever she gets worked up and barksome. I'm not a coffee guy but I'm thinking Suji might have the right idea here. I may need to take up the habit if I'm going to make it to the end…
January 19, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 35 of 91!
Today, while all the action was happening back at the palace, I was juggling writes and rewrites on four different scripts. Between that, the edits, approvals, and prep, I'm feeling a little...anxious. And somewhat exhausted. In fact, the other day, I went to bed at 8 p.m. and slept for 11 hours straight. But the…
January 18, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 34 of 91!
Fandom has spoken! Here are the results of our Name Dark Matter Episode 301 poll. Over 600 votes were cast and the winner is... "Being Better Is So Much Harder" Now the next thing I'm going to need you to do is identify which character said each of the aforementioned lines. First one to guess…
January 17, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 33 of 91!
I need episode titles for Dark Matter's third season. And, next to waking up early and looking for parking, there's nothing I hate more than coming up with episode titles. So, this is where YOU come in. Below are three potential choices for our season 3 premiere - the episode where we find out if almost everyone…
January 16, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 32 of 91!
Today was Bring Your Doggy Daughter To Work Day at Dark Matter. For the morning anyway as I Suji had an early morning appointment with the ophthalmologist. Alas, more health issues for our new (old) gal. Like many pugs, she suffers from eye issues caused by corneal abrasions. They're recommending micro-surgery to address the problem…
January 13, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 31 of 91!
Seriously, people. You've been warned. Proceed at your own risk. Well, coming off a one-day weekend to a work week packed with early morning meetings, late night cuts, set sitting, writing, rewrites, and phone calls, I'm running on low battery setting. Compounding the chaos was another one of those curveballs that forced us to scrap…
January 11, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 29 of 91!
What's this? Could I have finally given in and granted Jodelle Ferland's request for a shipboard mascot. Director of Photography test tastes the commissary offerings. Space beer! Laying some track for the commissary walk 'n talk. The masterful work of Dark Matter Production Designer Ian Brock and his teams - art and construction departments. The early…