As much as I agonize over these scripts, I have a feeling that, once I've completed the last one for this season, I'll feel as wistful as my frenchie, Lulu, on a rainy Wednesday morning. THREE's new "shades". Eyewear of another kind, compliments of props. Director Andy Mikita plots his next move. Space food! I…
March 15, 2016: Dark Matter day 62 of 101!
It's hard to believe that we just started production three months ago. Even harder to believe that we've only shot 60% of Dark Matter's second season. Only 60%! I mean, honestly, it feels like the finish line is within sight based solely on my anxiety levels. I delivered the script for 211 yesterday which now means the…
March 14, 2016: Dark Matter Day 61 of 101!
And, specifically, Day #5 of Episode 208. Andy Mikita directing. I have a feeling that Dark Matter fans are going to love this one as much as the cast! What awaits our crew down this long, dark corridor? Oh, you don't want to know. A homecoming of sorts for our stupendous swordsman. Corporate Interests #1:…
March 11, 2016: Shadowbanned! Overdressed kale salad! And I have the best smelling eyeball on set!
I had a bad feeling about today early on. Call it sixth sense. Or a premonition. Or the fiery sting of my Jack Black cologne that I inadvertently sprayed directly into my right eye this morning after getting dressed. I just knew. And, sure enough, today, a few on-set snafus were followed by a rare…
March 10, 2016: Dark Matter news! Pics! Designs! And graphics!
Breaking News! Ish. The cast of Dark Matter will be appearing at next weekend's Toronto Comic Con. Catch their panel at 3 p.m., Saturday March 19th! Room 801! I'll also be there to support the show - in spirit, by walking the floor and checking out the comic book-related merchandise. Come find me! I'll be the guy…
March 9, 2016: New Dark Matter Episode Title!
Today, on set, I came across this - And I was like: "Damn." And moments later, I happened by this - And I was like: "DAMN!". And then, later in the day, I saw this - And I was like: "OH, COME ON!!!" P.S. My fruit and greek yogurt were delicious. Congratulations! We have a winner!…
March 8, 2016: Dark Matter season 2 production report!
Oh sure, making a t.v. show is very impressive but, every so often, something comes along that makes you stop and really put things in perspective - an article, a news story, or, in this case, a video that forces you to re-evaluate and re-think your place in the grand scheme of things. I mean, yes, what…
March 7, 2016: Dogs! Dark Matter! And YOU get to choose a new episode title!
Today's work day started with a dog and, appropriately enough, ended with one as well. I rolled onto set for the 7:30 a.m. call and the first thing I did was meet Key Grip Chris Toudy's new addition to his extended family, an adorable Mexican street dog named Oslo - Ah, this takes me back…
March 5, 2016: Dark Matter and dogs! What else were you expecting?
It would seem that, every third or fourth episode, the Art Department tries to sneak some cosmic bongs into a shot. And, every time I see them, I have them cleared out before we start rolling. So determined are they to get these multicolored interstellar moofs onto the show that they will casually and…
March 4, 2016: Wecome to Balda-9!
I was walking the corridors of space station Balda-9 today and was amazed by the artwork adorning the walls. From the techy cool to the comically bizarre, check out the visual background offerings that come c/o 1st Assistant Art Director Roxanne Borris... From Hyperion-8 to Balda-9, Regulus-12 to Earth, our crew will visit some distant locales this…
March 3, 2016: Dark Matter sneak peeks and comic book recommendations!
Director Jason Priestley was in action today, shooting Day 5 of (the as-of-yet-untitled) Episode 206. He's a crew favorite for his infectious enthusiasm and dynamic pacing. Also, his heavenly shoulder massages. The grips and electrics skip lunch just so they can get him to work their tired delts! Also seeing action today was this stylin'…
March 2, 2016: Jay leads the Dark Matter charge!
Well, look who it is. Dark Matter Executive Producer and Prodigy Pictures President Jay Firestone has been jetting across the globe, wheeling and dealing - but still finds time to for the production, weighing in on scripts through edits to final mixes. Recently, I sat down with him to go over Episode 208 and our notes session lasted…
March 1, 2016: New Episode Title Revealed!
The fans have spoken. We have a new episode title! Episode 205 shall henceforth be known as: "Episode 17: We Voted Not To Space You" Thanks for taking part in the democratic process. Join us next week when you'll get a chance to name yet another episode! Hey, what is the Dark Matter art department up to?…
February 29, 2016: Vote on a new Dark Matter episode title!
Hey, have you heard? Fandom will be choosing ALL 13 episode titles of Dark Matter's second season. To date, they've selected: "Episode 13: Welcome To Your New Home" "Episode 14: Kill Them All" "Episode 15: I've Seen The Other Side Of You" "Episode 16: We Were Family" And today, we kick off our Episode 17 vote! The…
February 28, 2016: Dark Matter Update! You guys are spoiled!
Glamour shot of consulting producer Ivon Bartok, on the set of Dark Matter. Glamour shot of yours truly, on the set of Dark Matter. Wait! That's it?! The weekend is over?!!! Noooooooo!!! I was just sitting outside, enjoying the view from my patio... The week ahead is looking to be one looooong stretch. In addition to director Jason…