Well, looks who's back to close out the year. Yes, it's director Ron Murphy, here to book-end Dark Matter's third season with a season finale that will, well, blow your minds. Today, I traveled to capitol of Zairon for the big Ishida Palace dinner scene. Who are the invited guests? Well, you'll have to wait until episode…
March 27, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 77 of 91!
Dark Matter Productions! Joe speaking. How may I direct your call? (Photo by Alice Foster. My new boss?) These new Apple power adapters are the worst ones yet! This afternoon, I got to spend a few hours in the editing room with the outrageously talented Nick Wong as he prepares to put the finishing touches on…
March 24, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 75 of 91!
There you have it. Yet another season 3 episode title... "Episode 34: Hot Chocolate" But what does it all mean? Well, turns out you'll find out sooner than later as Dark Matter's third season fast approaches! Read-thru for Episode 312 today. Boy, A LOT happens in this episode. And it's chock full of surprising revelations. Not just…
March 23, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 74 of 91!
Hey! I need a title of Dark Matter Episode 308. Click on the link below and vote for one. It only takes a few seconds and would really help me out. Thanks! P.S. I just got a sneak peek at the director's cut of Episode 309. Disguises! Bikes! Fresh-baked cookies! It's gonna be crazy! Anya on Janah-12 (photo…
March 23, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 73 of 91!
Director Steve DiMarco takes a stroll through the pod room (photo by Renee Chan). The pods - one of three new looks we'll be featuring in season 3. I believe the sign is self-explanatory. Crew blocking. Or the line-up for today's oreo cake dessert. Director Bruce McDonald shows off his mad sword skills. From the…
March 21, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 72 of 91!
Adorning the triptych on this day: Classic Battlestar! Director Melanie Orr calls the shots on Janah-12. Hmmm. Jana-12. That rings a bell... Relaxing between set-ups. Executive Producer Jay Firestone, keeping things light. And kinda kooky. Handicap International Charity winner (and blog regular!) Alisa Scott visits the set. She got to hang with Anthony Lemke, took…
March 20, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 71 of 91!
Jodelle Ferland does Goth Chick chic. Line Producer Norman Denver and Roger Cross strategize over the big screen. The Ferrous Corp guns are red. The Mikkei guards are blue. So who have the green guns? Blocking on the bridge with director Melanie Orr. Dr. Shaw's secret lab. Wait. Who's Dr. Shaw? What (or who?) resides…
March 16, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 70 of 91!
Today, I ate lunch at 6:30 p.m., but that's what happens when crew call is at 12:30 p.m. And it looks like we're only halfway there. Rumour has it we'll be wrapping at 2:30 a.m. tonight which means we'll probably be kicking things off at about 2:30 p.m. tomorrow. With a few more production days…
March 15, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 69 of 91!
The people have spoken and we have a brand new episode title. Aint democracy wonderful? Your winner... "Episode 33: Wish I Could Believe You" Thanks to everyone who made Operation Name-Another-Episode a great success. But special thanks goes to YOU. Yes, YOU! Today was Bring Your Daughter To Work (And Leave Her With Key Hair…
March 14, 2017: Choose a new Dark Matter episode title!
Another week means another opportunity to make a contribution to television history. I mean, what other show gives you the opportunity to help choose episode titles? Today, it's Episode 307 on deck. And your episode title choices are: While Co-Executive Producer Ivon Bartok and the crew were burning the midnight (well, 9 p.m.) oil on…
March 13, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 67 of 91!
Guys! Help me approve a few visual effect shots for Dark Matter's upcoming third season... Needle in a cosmic haystack. Intruder alert. We've got company. Alas, only low-rez screen shots but they're just a taste of what's in store for Dark Matter fans this summer. VFX Supervising Producer Lawren Bancroft-Wilson has got some awesome eye candy in store. And…
March 10, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 66 of 91!
We have a brand new episode title! Last night, before turning in for the night, approximately 300 votes had been cast and "I've Already Killed You Once" was running away with it. When I woke up this morning, the tables had turned. A new contender had taken the lead. With a little under 8oo total…
March 9, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 65 of 91!
Ah, there we go. A totally natural candid shot of Director Melanie Orr in action. Pictured above: discussing shots with Director of Photography Craig Wright. On the Raza mess triptych: the ladies. And the guys. Keep that fan mail coming! Hey, as promised, it's time to vote for a new Dark Matter episode title. YOU get a…
March 8, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 64 of 91!
Happy Birthday to my friend and Dark Matter Co-Executive Producer Ivon Bartok who celebrates today in the best way possible! On location. In Hamilton. Outdoors with a bunch of extras. Most of them kids. Also Happy Birthday to 1st Assistant Director Chris Binney. Who celebrated by presiding over the Episode 311 concept meeting. ALSO Happy Birthday to…
March 7, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 63 of 91!
This Saturday is the BIG Dark Matter gallery shoot day! The entire day will be dedicated to taking awesome photos of our awesome cast on our awesome sets to help market the show's awesome third season! Also, as in previous years, photos will be taken for the official series poster that will be talked about at great…