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07/09/09

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Comment by KhaiJB: do NOT like the stars first, others later order. not good at all. 27 Responses | Other threads

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Why Are Movie Threequels Always So Terrible?

Movie sequels that don't suck are rare creatures — like flying unicorns — but they do exist. But it's almost impossible to find an example of a third movie in a series that didn't self-immolate. Why is that? More »

07/07/09

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Syfy Seeks The Next Big Space Opera, To Replace BSG And Farscape

Now that the Syfy Channel has a new name, does that mean it's abandoning science-fiction fans? Syfy president David Howe assures us that's not the case, and promises a new space-opera, along the lines of Firefly or Farscape, by 2011. More »

07/07/09

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Comment by bitsytimelord: Someone ought to approach Peter David about creating a Space Opera. I like what he did on Babylon 5... 9 Responses | Other threads

quote of the day

Were The Middle Ages Better Than Today?

Futurist and media maven Douglas Rushkoff has just published Life, Inc., a book about how corporations control and permeate our lives. In a recent interview, Rushkoff says the middle ages were better than our corporate-controlled future. More »

07/08/09

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Comment by 92BuickLeSabre: Okay, my turn. I wonder if war is actually better than peace. During war you can develop a camaraderie with your fellow... 18 Responses | Other threads

captain stargood

The Bizarre History of the 1960s Scifi Puppet Series Too "Twisted" For TV

If you were a fan of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson's Thunderbirds series, then get ready for your mind to explode. A group of intrepid fans have discovered a marionette-style show from the Anderson era, which TV execs tried to suppress. More »

07/08/09

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Comment by Eugenia: Ok, this ain't cool. For those who read my blog or twitter they know that I have a quite saucy... 35 Responses | Other threads

rant

The Singularity Backlash

Are you sick of the shiny, high-tech future where humans evolve into superbeings? Join the club. The latest trend is for anti-singularity futures, where tomorrow looks like yesterday. More »

07/08/09

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Comment by Evil Tortie's Mom: R.O.A.C.H.: Or, stuff kinda goes on at about the same rate of change as now. Sure, I've got a hi-def TV and... 18 Responses | Other threads

Torchwood review

Is Torchwood Finally Becoming Better Than Doctor Who?

We've waited all summer for an action movie with genuine (not canned) excitement, twisty plotting, and real characters. We'd never have guessed it would come in the form of Torchwood, formerly known as Doctor Who's ridiculous spin-off. Minor spoilers ahead. More »

07/08/09

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Comment by FTO_dude: i have only one gripe so far, eve myles needs to learn to shoot, even if it is just blanks.... 6 Responses | Other threads

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Laughing In The Face Of Endless Horror, UHF-Style

In the 1980s, you couldn't show a monster movie on a local UHF station without a cheesy programming block called "Creature Feature." Bonus points if you had a monster-joking host like Dr. Paul Bearer, seen here introducing a Godzilla film. More »

07/06/09

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Comment by Willow01: Anyone but me remember Commander USA? I remember watching Friday the 13th (along with a ton other horror movies) for... 6 Responses | Other threads

Human Centipede

Horrible Butt-To-Face Human Centipede Pictures Released

Last weekend, we pointed out a new comedy from London's Fright Fest about a mad scientist who kidnaps some poor souls to create his own Human Centipede by sewing their heads and bums together. The pictures are out. [Quiet Earth]

07/07/09

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Comment by Capall: Whoever gets to be the front has the best deal. 13 Responses | Other threads

exclusive

A Closer Look At SGU's Redesigned Stargate

Here's an exclusive new featurette showcasing Stargate Universe's Col. Everett Young — including an up-close-and-personal look at the ancient Stargate's brand new look. Plus another dark new SGU trailer awaits your discerning eye, below. More »

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Comment by ComradeLenin: Will the show explain the reason why that Stargate looks different? 18 Responses | Other threads

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