Back in 2014 when we first started putting together our team for the show's first season, Ian Brock's name came up. A LOT. And always, whenever it did, it would be accompanied by the phrase: "He's a genius". From different people at different points in the pre-pre-production process it was "Ian Brock" and "genius". Well,…
April 9, 2017: Toronto Dessert Tour 2017 – Part 2!
It was an even better turnout for Part 2 of our Toronto Dessert Tour that saw thirteen of us hit five different sweet, sweet spots... STOP #1 MOMOFUKU MILK BAR: cereal ice cream, cookies, crack pie. 190 University Avenue - noodlebar-toronto.momofuku.com Sampling: cereal soft serve, crack pie soft serve, crack pie, corn cookies, compost cookies, double…
April 8, 2017: My 5 Favorite Recent Reads!
In a previous blog entry, I ranted about the shit book recommendations put forth by numerous reputable websites. It would seem that, in many cases, the quality of the work is of much less importance than the connections of the author. Well, someone recently directed me to BBC.com's "books" section which offers up a monthly…
April 7, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 Premiere Date! New Episode Title! Behind the scenes pics!
We have an official premiere date! Dark Matter returns Friday June 9th with a double episode premiere starting at 8:00 p.m.! Then, the show moves to its NEW TIME at 9:00 p.m. the following week. Friday, June 9th - 8:00 p.m. = "Episode 301: Being Better Is So Much Harder" 9:00 p.m. = "Episode 302: It…
April 6, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 85 of 91!
I'd like to kick off this entry with a shout-out to this show's biggest supporters. Well, next to the fans of course, there are no greater friends to Dark Matter than the folks at NBC Universal International/Syfy International. They have gotten behind our little series in a big way, tirelessly promoting us from the very beginning, taking the…
April 5, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 84 of 91!
On the Raza mess triptych this morning, compliments of Dark Matter playback operator Greg Whiteside - another SF classic. And, hey, it's Dark Matter playback operator Greg Whiteside. Director Bruce McDonald - always a blast on set. Director Ron Murphy snapping me snapping him snapping me snapping him snapping me... Construction begins on "the shipyard". The costume department wants…
April 4, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 83 of 91!
Hey, eagle-eyed Dark Matter fans. Can you identify what's going on in the above still? If you can, you have the inside step on figuring out a late-season 11th hour surprise. Well, if it isn't Dark Matter stunt coordinator and 2nd unit director John Stead, fresh off directing our Die Hard episode which includes an epic one on one…
April 3, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 82 of 91!
This is the time of the season when things are finally winding down and I can finally catch a bit of a rest. Although there are still episodes to finish shooting, cuts to edit, visual effects to approve, and episodic music to review, the writing is done and that means my nights and weekends are (mostly)…
April 2, 2017: A Walk in the Park!
"Is that Suji?"asked the woman in the bicycle helmet. "Why yes,"I said. "It is!" We'd spent the better part of the beautiful afternoon in High Park, walking the dogs along the water, taking in the sights and the cantankerous swans, and were on our way back to the car. Lulu and Suji were tuckered out,…
April 1, 2017: Dedicated to the Dogs!
We received the retouched selects from our family photo session at Off Leash Studio. Some great shots of 11 year old Suji, 9 year old Lulu and, of course 14.5 year old Bubba taken the week before he passed away. This is one of my favorites. Note Lulu actually smiling for the pic. Suji and…
March 31, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 81 of 91!
Guys, guys! Not so fast! We're not heading back to Vancouver for another month and a half. I've still got another two and a half weeks of production, one script rewrite, four cuts, and innumerable mixes to complete before I can start packing. The action was fast and furious on main unit over at the…
March 30, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 80 of 91!
Thanks to all who participated our episode naming poll. We have a winner! Dark Matter "Episode 25: Isn't That A Paradox?" Well?! Isn't it?!!!!! Four more chances to choose your favorite episode title to come! While the action continued at the Ishida Palace, I was at the production offices prepping the BIG season finale. AND making…
March 29, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 79 of 91!
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 28, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 78 of 91!
Tune in today on the Dark Matter Facebook page for a LIVE FEED of the two Semi-Final matches at approximately 8:00pm (TBD). The two matches are between Brandon Tataryn and Norman Denver, followed by Jesse Partin and Rich Green. Check in on the Facebook page for any updates to the scheduled match times. AND stay…
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…