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"Battlestar Galactica
Ancient Cylon Warrior Almost Looked Like Darth Vader
Battlestar Galactica's effects genius Gary Hutzel and model-maker Pierre Drolet had to create some ancient Cylon remains for the Galactica crew to dig up. So they reached into Japanese Samurai designs... and his first efforts looked quite like Darth Vader. More »
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Comment by Garrison Dean: R.O.A.C.H.: Guys. Isn't it pretty common knowledge that Darth's whole look was samurai inspired? 12 Responses | Other threads
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Battlestar Galactica Auction
The Recession Hits BSG Fans Hard
This weekend was the infamous Battlestar Galactica auction. And while many items were sold for thousands of credits, the main draws — the life size Cylon Raider, Colonial Viper and Colonial Raptor — didn't meet the required $30K reserve to sell. These are desperate times if rich nerds can't afford a 30-foot alien warship/creature. I know, I couldn't even scrounge up enough bills to buy Doc Cottle's smokes (which sold for a mere $600). Also many of the cast members showed up, Colonel Saul Tigh (Michael Hogan) auctioned off his liquor bottles in person, and the volunteers were dressed as BSG crew members. [Auction Network]
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Comment by Ronestar: It's too bad - in a way - that the ship models are all virtual. I'm sure some Nerdy McRichy-Pants would... 4 Responses | Other threads
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Scifi Tatts
Tattoos That Say 'I'm A Futuristic Bad-Ass'
Some of the coolest characters in science fiction sport bad-ass tattoos that signify membership in a secret society. And if you're a futuristic assassin, there's nothing like having some ink on your face to set you apart from the regular tough guys. It's amazing how much character development movies and TV shows manage to cram into a little ink. In fact, it's high time we took a look at the many black and blue markings across our favorites characters' faces, backs, arms and bodies.
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Comment by Viva-La-Diva: I always thought a barcode tattoo a la Dark Angel or Jennifer Government would be kind of cool. 6 Responses | Other threads
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Secret Blueprints For Battlestar Galactica
Want to see the meticulous planning that went into the Cylon massacre on Caprica at the start of the new Battlestar Galactica? British broadcaster Sky One (which co-produced the new BSG) has a gallery of production drawings online, including images of the vipers, the raptors, the Battlestar itself... and the new cylons, including how their hands work. Click through to see our favorites.
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Comment by Charlie Jane Anders: @apronk: Cylon genital warts FTW! I feel like I should make a joke about the fact that Col. Tigh is... more » | Other threads
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battlestar galactica
Gay Cylons Can Be Your Allies And Friends
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation will be running a public service announcement featuring Jamie "Apollo" Bamber, using his real-life British accent, during this Saturday's Battlestar Galactica: Razor. Most likely it's a response to certain scenes in the movie. Is this the first time a PSA has hinted at spoilers? Check with your allies and friends.
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