Looking back over my 11+ years with the Stargate franchise, I have one giant regret - the missed opportunity of bringing you that Atlantis movie. We came close...so close... Late in Atlantis's fifth year, when we were working on the final few scripts of the season, we had no way of knowing what the future…
March 29, 2013: Build your own wraith facility! Here’s how!
So, how's everyone doing? Good, good. Enjoying the long weekend? Great. Here in Vancouver, it looks like we've finally put winter behind us. The sun is out, the temperature has risen, and my french bulldog, Lulu, is in full spring mode - As for me - well, I'm taking the long weekend off. I plan…
March 26, 2013: You asked for it! Atlantis floor plans! The Control Room! The ZPM Room! Weir’s Office! The Adrift & Lifeline Art Department Package!
This week feels like the calm before the storm. Of course, I could be wrong and it may actually be the calm before the calm before the storm. Or, worse, the calm before the storm that never comes. Paul and I are closing on several writing assignments (an action feature, an SF pilot, another SF…
March 22, 2013: The Destiny Bridge!
In Stargate: Universe's second season, the crew finally discovers Destiny's bridge. From a creative standpoint, holding off the discovery until then allowed for some great drama: Rush's attempts to hide it from the rest of the crew, the subsequent attempts to control the ship, etc. Also, waiting until season two permitted us to give it…
March 20, 2013: 2007 Silver Wraith-mobile for sale! Only used for picnicking and chasing down human prey! SGC Blueprints!
I had a feeling that trying to sell my car would prove a giant pain in the ass. As it turns out, the experience has surpassed expectations. Initially, I thought I'd save myself the hassle by contacting my local Audi dealer and trading my Q7 in as part of a new vehicle purchase - but…
March 14, 2013: Veronica Mars fans are finally getting their movie! So when are Stargate fans getting THEIR movie?
This was the question many Stargate fans were asking themselves yesterday after news broke of the astounding success of the Veronica Mars kickstarter campaign. For those of you who haven't heard, series creator Rob Thomas approached Warner Bros. about making a Veronica Mars movie. According to Thomas: "Their reaction was, if you can show there's…
February 22, 2013: Progress report! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past continues with…Vegas!
Huzzah! A big 13 page writing day now puts me on P. 51 of my new pilot. And, potentially, a little too long. My ballpark breakdown has been pretty spot-on so far and, if my powers of prognostication hold true, the rough first draft is going to clock in at a robust 64 pages. I…
February 19, 2013: Days of Stargate Atlantis Past Continues! Identity!
So, while Akemi's been busy making outfits for the dogs (see above), I've been busy working on that female protagonist-driven drama series I mentioned the other week. My research is almost complete. I've hammered out a solid outline, and I started writing the script yesterday. So far, so good. But before I can declare smoooooth…
February 15, 2013: The (slow) Progress Report! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! Infection!
A surprisingly productive day. The network notes on our first draft of the scifi pilot were minimal. We'll take the weekend to address them and turn around the next draft (really, what amounts to a polish) by early next week after which it'll "go wide". Also got an update from our business partner on those…
February 9, 2013: More from the Akemi Fall 2013 Collection! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! Remnants!
Akemi is still at it, expanding her doggy wardrobe. Continuing our stroll down SGA memory lane with one of my favorites... REMNANTS (515) This one was a personal favorite for several reasons. It offered action, humor, surprises and, best of all, genuinely heart-felt character moments brilliantly conveyed by our amazing cast and guest stars. It…
February 5, 2013: The Superbowl’s Most Controversial Ads! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past continues with…Inquisition!
The Superbowl is never without its share of controversy. Power issues. Blown calls. And, of course, the commercials! What am I talking about? Well, find out for yourself. Presenting, the most controversial ads in superbowl history... Holiday Inn compares itself to a post-op transexual: Apple's depresssing misstep: The great Fred Astaire dances with a vaccuum…
February 1, 2013: Stargate Prop Builder Mark Nicholson Answers Your Questions!
The hard work and contributions of so many individual went into making one of the greatest SF franchises in television history. Over the course of this blog's run, I've invited various members of the extended Stargate family to talk about their experiences on the show(s). We've spotlighted writers, producers, directors, actors, stunt coordinators, VFX and…
January 30, 2013: Projects brewing! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! The Lost Tribe!
Today, I revised and sent off the mythology document for the urban fantasy series we're developing, then continued the rewrite of the pilot script. Feedback on the first draft was heartening ("Lots of twists and turns and high stakes jeopardy", "loads of fun" and "Great little horror movie"!) and we received some terrific notes that,…
January 27, 2013: Hot Chocolate Fest! Blog-hopping with Mandy Hager! Doggy Blues! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! First Contact!
Vancouver is celebrating a month long Hot Chocolate Festival and I am trying my damndest to sample most of the 63 flavors available at the 23 locations around town. I got off to a late start but I'm making up for lost time. 7 down, (about) 56 to go! I'll have a full report for…
January 25, 2013: Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! Tracker!
So, what've you all been up to? Besides reading this blog of course. Watching anything good? Reading anything great? Do tell. I'm watching some t.v. I know, I know, I really should watch more but I'm a busy guy! I've got scripts to write, books to read, and dogs to walk. I have, of course,…