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Happy Turkey Day

From our families here at SciFiPundit to all of your families have a Happy Thanksgiving

W.B. Bros (Pott)er Of Gold

For those fans of the multi-million dollar Harry Potter movies of which I am one, the star of the movie series, Daniel Radcliffe will be appearing on the Bravo Channel hit show “Inside The Actors Studio” on Monday night Dec 1st. This may be a studio maneuver to calm fans of the books and movies, who were told that the latest movie was pushed back till summer. This very unpopular decision by the W.B. Studios caused fans to send letters to said studio proclaiming their disapproval or another words telling the heads of the studio how pissed off they really were at the announcement. From what I understand, the recent Writers strike caused huge delays in the filming of Christmas and summer released movies and the studio decided to hold back release of the sixth Harry Potter film “The Half Blood Prince”. The huge smash “The Dark Knight” seems to have prompted the move and gave the studio at least one hit for the summer movie season. The move also allowed the latest, young lit vampire novel turned movie “Twilight” to slide into the now vacant spot and take a bite (pardon the vampire pun) out of the Christmas movie box office, pulling in a hefty 70 million dollars in its first weekend. While I do not agree with the Studio on their choice to move the film and dissapoint fans world wide. I do understand the need to bank on a sure thing for summer. I only hope it doesn’t come back to bite (another pun) them later.

For your viewing (and listening) pleasure

Have a listen to a tribute to the composer John Williams called Star Wars Acapella. Then, watch one guy performing this song on You Tube.

Do not bounce!

All you other sci-fi blogs eat your heart out. We have our very own Dr. Horrible.

And yes the case does say "Wonderflownium, do not bounce"

The Future Of Franchise Is Written In The Stars

A new "Star Trek" trailer finally is out at the opening of the newest James Bond movie "Quantum of Solace" giving a new perspective into the world of Kirk and Spock and I believe J.J. Abrams is the right man for the job of bringing this story to light speed. I know some folks were worried that Mr Abrams would not be up to the huge and I mean, huge task of keeping the Star Trek dream alive after a dismal last movie and weak rated television series ( Networks words not mine) I think those folks can rest their fears. From what I have seen in the 3 minute trailer Mr Abrams may have found the formula that is so badly needed in order for this franchise to continue to discover strange new worlds.

Where Have All The Heroes Gone?

I hope you are feeling better Cheryl, and yes you can have the day off for the newest Bond film also the latest young adult lit book turned movie "Twilight" is also coming to theaters this month with what is sure to have a huge opening. Now for other news updates. Latest information I have heard is that the entire cast of Knightrider is being replaced after the 13th episode and going in a new direction with the show in order to bring up viewership although, I would let it disappear into the Knight, oh I mean night. Secondly, NBC network exec's fired the co-executive producers Jeph Loeb and Jesse Alexander of Heroes, with the hope a new blood can pump life back into the show that is said to be on the edge of cancellation. A cheerleader may be able to save the world, but not sure about the show, This is one of the few shows on some of us really enjoy. I also agree with my friend Cheryl on the show "Chuck" its very fun to watch after a very long Monday at work. I also am enjoying action drama, "My Own Worst Enemy" So there is plenty of shows to keep my DVR working and with other sci-fi genre shows coming soon I may need to invest in another DVR to keep up. If there is a show you like tell us what it is, and why you enjoy it, and we will chat about it here at ScifiPundit.

What happens when I am sick.

I’m sick so this gives me the time (from my sick bed/chair) to finally make adjustments to the blog and to write my post.

First, for those of you who are upset or apprehensive about the election outcome, it could be worse.

And now I would like to "discuss" a few things currently on my mind.

What’s fabulous:

1. The Sarah Connor Chronicles - Who knew Bryant Austin Green could be so hot?! And Summer Glau is still playing River Tam. Lovely, just lovely.

2. Guitar Hero World Tour - It's fun to unlock all the songs on the expert setting because I can.

3. Chuck - How can you not like this show?

4. A new Star Trek DVD, "Star Trek, Alternative Realities Collective" - It includes episodes from all five series. My friend, Karen, found it for me at Walmart. If you hurry, there may still be some left.

4. Dr. Horrible's Sing along Blog - It's what happens when Joss Wheaton is bored. Thank goodness for the writers' strike! Not to mention Robert was Dr. Horrible for Halloween.

What’s ambivalent:

1. May 8, 2009 – Dear Mr. Abrams, sir, please don’t screw this up for long time Star Trek fans such as me. Until we meet on that faithful day in May, I have high hopes! Thank you, your friend, Cheryl. Anyway…. It seems a new trailer is out but isn’t available on the internet yet. You can read about it here. I may have to go see Quantum of Silence just to see this new trailer. Nevertheless, Scifipundit will be there in force opening day. Alex, may I please have that day off?

2. Fringe - I just can't make up my mind about this show.

3. Sanctuary - Again, I am undecided. But I am leaning towards…NO.

What’s unsettling:

1. The new Knightrider – I saw this once and I couldn’t even watch the whole thing. Stupid, stupid, stupid. This show alone gives Hasselhoff the right to get drunk and have it put on YouTube for the whole world to see. No one would blame him.

2. David Tennant – He’s leaving Doctor Who!!! Okay, I am going to get drunk and please put in on YouTube so that Mr. Tennant sees my deep, deep anguish. Oh well, it is Doctor Who and we’ve all been here before…having to say good-bye to yet another doctor. Only, this time parting is just plain sorrowful even though he never donned a nice long scarf.

3. Closing of the Star Trek Experience in Las Vegas – I guess this is just a fine example of all good things must come to an end. Bummer.

Anyone Need A Costume For The Next Convention?

With the final season of Battlestar Galactica already finished being filmed and sets stored away till the made for TV movies begin shooting. Universal Studios has decided to auction off props from the series. All of the pieces which include the red dress actress Tricia Helfer wore, as well as the uniform worn by Edward James Olmos' character, Adm. William Adama will be auctioned off both in Pasadena, Calif., and online beginning January 16 and more items will be up for auction starting on the 18th of January 2009 and running thru the 30th of January. Information about whats going to be available for sale can be found at the following website. The show is scheduled to premiere their last season beginning on the 16th of January. Alright you sci-fi geeks, come and get it.

Its Not Fantasy Or Sci Fi Its History In The Making

The events of this eve are not the fantasy or sci -fi writings of Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry, this is an historical moment in the making I will never forget, and I would like to express my heart felt congratulations to President-elect Barack Obama. No matter if you are Democrat or Republican, or any other party, I would hope you would be proud of a nation, your nation in the election of this man to the highest office in these United States. I know this is not a political blog, but I feel a great sense of pride in what has come to pass within my lifetime. I grew up in the south, both in GA and N.C. during the 1960s and lived in Africa for a time and witnessed the hatred of a person because of the color of their skin by some people, but tonight's events reinvigorated my pride in America. I remember a great line from a movie when the King of France said to his personal guard "I am a young king, but I am king" His guard turned and looked at him and said "then be a good king". I ask the 44Th President of these United States "Be a Good President". I apologize if I offended anyone with these words, but I feel this was important enough that it needed to be said. Maybe some day we can all stand as one people and say 4 small but powerful words that I borrowed from one of my favorite shows BSG and they are "So say we all".

The final cylon

So here we are...again. This is probably a good time to let you know, I am the final cylon. Now that we have cleared that up, I will go about fixing any broken links and anything else that makes my skin crawl and causes me to lose sleep. Hey, even cylons need rest from time to time people.

In the meanwhile...here are a couple links to give you a break from election day coverage:
http://io9.com/5073488/10-sf-alternatives-to-obamamccain-08
http://io9.com/5071795/the-50-scariest-moments-in-science-fiction

Kirk/Spock 2012 - a cylon girl can dream.

We're Baaaaaaack!

Cheryl, Robert and I have returned to SciFiPundit after a brief hiatus (okay, not so brief, but it was a hiatus… of sorts) to once again keep folks updated on the world of scifi and fantasy in books and TV and the big screen. After all, we are the chosen ones. First things first. Battlestar Galactica will be returning for the final season after the first of the year. From what I was personally told by the cast of the hit show, folks will be blown away when the final cylon is revealed. Ron Moore’s other show Caprica has had the pilot episode shot but no release date by the Sci-Fi Channel. Other sci-fi genre shows have come to the airwaves this season, some good some not so …well, good. The Sarah Conner Chronicles have been picked up for the rest of the season as well as the remake of the 80s show Knightrider even though viewership is down on both shows. The web based show Sanctuary moved to the Scifi Channel, starring the beautiful and talented Amanda Tapping who has taken on the reins of Executive Producer of the show. Fans of 70s classic Red Dwarf will be happy to know that the show is returning to the BBC with 4 episodes already filmed or in production now, but as of this post no word of when it will air in America. There is news for fans of Torchwood and Dr. Who but, I will let Cheryl and, or Robert update those two shows. Fringe or what I like to call X -Files lite is also finding a fan base and looks as if will do well as it smooth’s out the rough edges. These are just a few things we will chat about as we make our way back to the Blog world. Thanks for reading and hope you enjoy