26 December 2005: Anthony Stewart Head - Doctor Who Trailer
Anthony Stewart Head will appear in a forthcoming episode of Doctor Who and you can view the trailer at www.bbc.co.uk.
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26 December 2005: Nathan Fillion - Christmas Message
The Good Captain Tightpants himself has remembered the Browncoats this Christmas and posted a little message to us all on serenitymovie.com Here's what he said:
So here we are. So much has happened recently and I feel this is the time to pause and reflect before the New Year starts slapping us around. We made the movie, it has come out on DVD just in time for that odd little Christian holiday where they celebrate not being fed to lions or something. It is number one on Amazon, and the old Firefly set is crawling back up the charts like a thirsty man in the desert towards a mirage. Does this make us better than anyone else? You bet it does. But it's not the kind of better than that causes you to look down your nose at anyone. It's more the kind that lets you pat someone patiently on the arm and say in a sanctimonious tone, "Mm hm,, it's alright. I'll get you a copy of the movie and you can be cool, too. Just not quite as cool as me because I've been a Browncoat for some time now."
If you are like me, you watch the movie to assure yourself the future will be safe, you watch the extras to see old friends, and you listen to Joss' commentary and shed a little tear over good times. What's that? You don't cry in the commentary? Well, just have an emotion chip intsalled, you robot, and refill your eye bags with saline.
Be well, Browncoats. Aim high, as we have all learned that nothing is impossible (except getting Jewel and Morena to stop fighting over who is prettier when we all know it's me.) Happy Holidays.
Nathan "Captain Tightpants" Fillion
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26 December 2005: Joss Whedon - Whedonesque Post
In response to a recent article in Entertainment Weekly which stated that Joss Whedon had done with the Firefly universe, Joss posted on Whedonesque to clarify matters. Here's what he said:
All right, now I have to jump in and set the record straight. EW is a fine rag, but they do take things out of context. Obviously when I said I had 'closure', what I meant was "I hate Serenity, I hated Firefly, I think my fans are stupid and Nathan Filliom smells like turnips." But EW's always got to put some weird negative spin on it. But so we're clear once and for all: If you read a quote saying "I'd love to do more in this 'verse with these actors in any medium" all I'm saying is that Nathan has a turnipy odor. It's not his fault, he doesn't eat a lot of them but everyone else in the cast noticed it and that's not really something I'm prepared to deal with any more. And Jewel said outright she wouldn't do scenes with him except stuff like SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER funeral scene which was outside in a high SPOILER wind. So if I do manager to find another incarnation for my beloved creation, it will ahve been totally against my will.
I hope that clears everything up. Oh, and when I say I want to do a Spike movie, it means I have a bunion on my toe.
-joss (by which I mean Tim)
(no, actually me.)
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26 December 2005: Joss Whedon - Serenity DVD Post
Joss Whedon has posted on serenitymovie.com on the release of the Serenity Region 1 DVD. Here's what he said:
Post subject: It's like Christmas in July... in December!
Yes, gentle viewers (and rough, burly viewers) (and viewers who are mostly gentle and kind and then on day WHAM! homicideal rage), it's officialy 'SERENITY comes out on DVD' day. Last night as we slept, Santa rode around in his sleigh and delivered shiny, odd-looking DVD's to all the good video stores (The naughty video stores got [insert movie you hate to complete witticism]). Everyone's buying copies, the Whos down in Whoville are all joining hands and singing, the President has declared a National Holiday for himself lasting four months (again) and all is right with the world except for war and famine and stuff like that. But let's not dwell. What I'm excited about isn't just that fans get their copies, or that the people who decided to wait till vid will pick it up. What I'm excited about is someone who has no idea what SERENITY is getting so bored they decide to give it a shot. When I worked in a video store centuries ago, my favorite moment ever was seeing a young girl watching the monitor where we'd thrown up "Holy Grail" and pulling her mom's sleeve, saying "Look, mommy, they're using coconuts!" Ahh, the classics.
All I can do is hope the stores display our little film proudly, and that we manage, in our own small way, to seel five hundred billion copies in the first twelve minutes. Reach for the stars, kids. Barring that, I hope that some day a small child will be tugging on a sleeve and saying "Look mommy, the intransigent moral rectitute of the antagonist's world view renders him humble to the point of arrogance!" Kids are so cute.
Well, no news to give you; just wanted to take a moment to be with my peeps on this auspicious day. Have fun. You've earned it. Most of you, some of you are just cruising by on other people's hard funwork. You think I don't know!?! But let's not dwell.
Smoochies, -joss
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26 December 2005: Alyson Hannigan - Date Movie Trailer
Ifilm.com are showing a clip from Alyson Hannigan's new film Date Movie. You can watch it at www.ifilm.com.
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24 December 2005: Seth Green - Four Kings Premiere
Seth Green' new series, Four Kings will premiere on NBC on 5th January 2006.
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24 December 2005: David Boreanaz/James Marsters - Bones and Smallvile UK Air Dates
For those of you who want to catch up with the actors who player our two favourite vampires with souls you can catch David Boreanaz' new series, Bones, on Sky One from 12th January 2006 and James Marsters in Smallville on Channel 4 and E4 from January 2006.
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24 December 2005: Summer Glau - Mammoth
You can watch the trailer for Summer Glau's new film, Mammoth at www.plinyminor.com. Go to 'Current Projects', then 'Mammoth'. The webmaster for Summer's Official website has been in touch with the producers of the film who say they have no plans to show the movie at cinemas in the UK. However, they would be interested in showing it on a channel such as Sci-Fi. If you live in the UK and are a fan of Summer Glau (or if you live elsewhere but would like Summer's UK fans to see this movie) you should contact the Sci-Fi channel and tell them how much you would like to see this film via their feedback page at http://www.uk.scifi.com/feedback.asp.
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24 December 2005: Morena Baccarin In The OC
At the recent Big Damn Flanvention in LA, Morena Baccarin confirmed that she would be appearing in a few forthcoming episodes of The O.C.
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24 December 2005: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Return
Sarah Michelle Gellar's new film has been renamed The Return. Originally called Revolver, the name change came when Guy Ritchie released a film of the same name. The film is due for realease in September 2006.
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24 December 2005: Anthony Stewart Head - Imagine Me and You Trailer
Anthony Stewart Head features in a new film, Imagine Me & You, which opens 27th January 2006. You can watch the trailer at www.apple.com.
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13 December 2005: David Boreanaz - Suffering Man's Charity
David Boreanaz will appear in Alan Cummings forthcoming film, 'Suffering Man's Charity'. Alan Cumming will star in a d direct the feature which is due for release in 2007. David plays a struggling writer who is accidentally killed by Alan's character. Discovering David's unfinished novel, Alan completes it and takes credit for it, causing David to come back and haunt him.
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9 December 2005: J August Richards - Conviction
J August Richards has been cast as an attorney in a new procedural drama for NBC, Conviction. The series will focus around the lives of young assistant district attorneys.
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9 December 2005: Sarah Michelle Gellar - The Grudge 2
It has been confirmed that Sarah Michelle Gellar will repirse her role as Karen Davis in the sequel to The Grudge. The film will be directed by Takeshi Shimizu who directed the original Ju-On as well as The Grudge. Filming will start in January.
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9 December 2005: Anthony Stewart Head - Theatre Goers Award Nomination
Anthony Stewart Head has been nominated for Best Supporting Actor in the Theatre-Goers Choice Awards for 2006. Tony is currently starring alongside Richard E Grant in Otherwise Engaged. The production has also been nominated in the Best Revival Category. You can vote for Tony at What's On Stage.
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9 December 2005: James Marsters - Live DVD
A DVD of James Marsters recent Words & Music performance in London, UK is now available for pre-order via the James Marsters Live website. The DVD will be officially released on 17 January 2006.
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9 December 2005: Eric Balfour - Lie With Me
Eric Balfour can be seen in new movie, Lie With Me. Not only can he be seen, he can be seen butt-naked!
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8 December 2005: Sarah Michelle Gellar - Southland Tales at Cannes
Sarah Michelle Gellar's new movie, Southland Tales, (also starring Bai Ling will be shown at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival.
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8 December 2005: James Marsters - Shadow Puppets Straight to DVD
Bad news for James Marsters' fans wanting to see him on the big screen, it has been confirmed that his new movie, Shadow Puppets, will go straight to DVD.
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26 November 2005: Alyson Hannigan/Charisma Carpenter - Veronica Mars
Alyson Hannigan and Charisma Carpenter's characters both appear on Veronica Mars in the latest episode. They both talked to E! Online and you can watch some of the vide at E!Online.
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26 November 2005: Charisma Carpenter - Voodoo Moon Trailer
Watch the trailer for Charisma Carpenter's new film, Voodoo Moon at Variety.
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26 November 2005: Nathan Fillion - Waitress
Nathan Fillion has been cast in a new romantic movie, 'Waitress'. The story centres around a pregnant waitress who develops an unlikely relationship.
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20 November 2005: Charisma Carpenter - White Silhouette
Charisma Carpenter is currently filming a new TV movie, White Silhouette, which will be aired in 2006.
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20 November 2005: Andy Hallett - Winter Holiday Greeting
The Nude Chocolate Lorne Society have arranged for a Christmas (or Winter holiday for the politically correct) e-card to be sent to Andy Hallett. You can leave your message to Andy at http://veggieb2003.tripod.com/id35.html..
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20 November 2005: Greg Edmondson - Message of Thanks
Greg Edmundson, composer of the music to the series, Firefly, has posted his thanks to the fans for the support that has pursuaded Fox to finally release the Firefly Soundtrack. Here's what he said:
Dear "Firefly fans,
I just wanted to take the time to say "thank you" once again for your kindness and for your support. I am still amazed that you remember the show after all this time. I can certainly learn a lesson in endurance from all of you.
For all of your very kind emails and all that you have done to get the soundtrack out - I think you. Miracles do happen, I think!!
Your friend
Greg Edmundson
composer for "Firefly"
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15 November 2005: James Marsters - Shadow Puppets
Although James Marsters has turned down the opportunity to star in The Dresden Files, he will be appearing in Shadow Puppets due for release in 2006. The film centres around four people who find themselves in a lunatic asylum after experiments to erase their bad memories have gone horrendously wrong and instead unleased a monstrous entity into the asylum.
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15 November 2005: David Boreanaz - Punk'd Appearance
Download David Boreanaz' recent appearnace on Punk'd. Click the link then scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on 'free'. http://rapidshare.de/files/7623004/david-boreanaz-punk-d-show-november-2005.wmv.html.
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15 November 2005: Sarah Michelle Gellar - The Air I Breathe
Not one to take a break from work Sarah Michelle Gellar has signed up for another film to be released in 2007. 'The Air I Breathe' is based on an old Chinese proverb that breaks life down into four emotional cornerstones: Happiness, Pleasure, Sorrow and Love. The proverb speaks of these emotions, not as isoltaed fragments of feelings, but as elements that make up the whole of human existence. Each of the four protagonists in this script is based on one of the four emotions; and like the proverb their paths are inextricably linked to each other...
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15 November 2005: Nick Brendon - Kitchen Confidential Episode Online
Fox may not be ordering any more episodes of Nicholas Brendon new comedy, Kitchen Confidential, but they are still promoting it. You can watch an episode for free on their website at http://www.myspace.com/kitchenconfidential..
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15 November 2005: Nicholas Brendon - Kitchen Confidential Cancelled
Bad news for Nicholas Brendon fans, Fox have finally confirmed that they will not be ordering any more episodes of Kitchen Confidential - must be worth watching then.
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15 November 2005: Alyson Hannigan - People's Choice Award Nomination
Alyson Hannigan 's new show, How I Met Your Mother, has been nominated in the 32nd People's Choice Awards in the Best New TV Comedy category. The show is up against 'Everybody Hates Chris' and 'My Name is Earl'.
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11 November 2005: Joss Whedon - Whedonesque
Joss Whedon has posted on Whedonesque to share his thoughts on just about anything and give us some rumours and allegations. Here's what he said:
It's true! I want to post, but I suspect my post will appear as the actual link to my post. And this after having my own password e-mailed to me 17 times. But just so you know, I happen to be a swell cook. And when the internet as a 'smell' function, you'll be able to tell that I ...oh God. That's a horrible thought. 'Smell' function? From every computer? I think I juyst destroyed society as a concept. Anythough, I'm counting on some administrative muckity to turn whatever this comes out as into a real post. From me to you, sweet thang. (That only applies to those of you that sweet and thangy). (But the others can read it too.)
So what's up? Not sleep, sleep's not up... But I've been wanting to check in and let you know what's going on with me, Joss Whedon. In fact, there's even a tiny scoop or two in here!
Well, first of all, what a blast I've had with the release of Serenity! $267 million at the box office - in Des Moines alone! Ten sequels lined up, March declared "National Serenity Month", Nathan made President for Life of Canada AND Greece (his will be a bloody and righteous rule), and Summer's feet to be exhibited at the Tate, when she has time to stand around at the Tate. (She should bring a book.)
So, okay, maybe SOME of my expectations were a hair unrealistic, but I'm so proud of the movie and all my peeps, and we;ll drag it into the black (or take it out to the black) soon enough. That's DESPITE the Scrooge-like apathy of people like Mike Alward - only one theater? Spread the wealth, pal! On the closest I ever get to a serious not, somebody should link his name to the Serenity site, 'cause they've been up in trying to find ways to bring people in and I think Mike really went to the mattresses there - to be rewarded with a fair amount of snark here.
I know there's been some debate about the DVD art. Just remember it's whats INside that counts, as I used to remind girls in high school constantly. CONSTANTY - until I realized that I was empty inside. Empty and homely. Man, that's a rough combo. Where was I? O yea, the DVD. I will admit there were a few better quotes they could have used to seel the film, among them:
"A brilliant film with, heart, humor, and outstanding action. It should sweeo the Oscars." - Ron Notmadeupperson
"I've never seen a better film. In fact, I've never seen any film." - President Abraham Lincoln
"I want to take this film and cover it in oil and rub it all over my body" - Name Withheld (but it was Tim)
"This film has... events..." - David Denby
"And this isn't my nose, it's a false one!" - A Witch
And now on to the rumors and allegations section. Many of you want to know what the future holds. Anxiety, hurricanes, and Male Pattern Baldness. But maybe also some art-stuff, which is really what you guys are into. No, I don't know anything about sequels, or spinoffs, or Nathan's President for Life gig. I'll keep my ear to the ground of course, but for now I'm just going to rest on my laurels (I have two), Oh! But I will tell you that Brett and I are talking about another three part comic, and it's gonna be a hoot. Takes place during the show, and has some sweet character deaths - I mean moments! ("And what brings you to our ship, Future Tara..?") Sorry. Horrible taste. (Empty inside). But wait'll you see the cover...
Speaking of Darkhorse Comics, they are starting a new Buffy comic, and as I understand it, it will take place after the end of Buffy and Angel and be canon in the Buffy world. And I understand it that way 'cause I'M WRITING IT. I'm kicking off the book with a four issue arc that finds Buffy - you guessed it - living in Italy with The Immortal. (Scott - don't be mad I spoiled the announcement - saying it means I have to finish it)> Then I'll be overseing the book more closely, to make sure it remains true. Gonna be interesting. And it might just tie in to...
The infamous Spike movie. Still haven't finalized anything, but I feel that very soon I'll be able to go to James and say something a lot more interesting than !Wouldn't it be cool if..." 'Course, I just hope he's free some time this decade. See how my peeps is all actifying! Tomorrow night is AMIAS, (that's alias with Acker in it.) Happy. And totally jealous.
See, the Buffyverse glows in my brain with a new, overreaching arc that will include the comics, Spike, and more. It's taking shape and soon you will know its name. And you will tremble.
Then of course there's a little thing called X-Men, who are apparantly supposed to become astonishing again real soon. I miss me my Cassiday. Can't wait to see the fan response when I kill Wolverine and replace him with fan-fave Marrow.
Well, I certainly can't say much more, except that Wonder Woman is finally kicking ass that is not my ass, as in, I'm loving this script. She's saving the world in a tiara, people; this is why there's a me!
Oh, and there's nothing on TV tonight. TV has been cancelled. Talk amongst yoursleves. La la la la la...
Thanks for keeping the faith, bringing the news (I really do learn stuff here) and carrying the banner (That's for us Newsies fans.) (Yes, I just typed that.) It's been a bewildering few months, but the important thing is, the work continues. There's a lot I'm looking forward to. 'Cause remember:
There was a show. Not that many people saw it in broad terms, but it was beloved. Full of humor, love and pain. And though it was a hard-sell ensembe piece with no huge names in it, it got made into a (roughly) 40 million dollar pic - and with the cast intact. That doesn't happen a lot, but it shouldm and it did with this film. That's right. I just cannot wait to see RENT.
Stay crunchy, even in milk...
-joss.
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11 November 2005: Summer Glau - Two by Two Cancellation
Unfortunately, Summer Glau will not now be able to attend Irish conventions, Two by Two, Jonathan Woodward will be taking her place, Irish fans watch out for communion Jonny Wallet style.
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11 November 2005: Joss Whedon - Alumni's New Shows
Joss Whedon Tells TVGuide what he thinks of his former Buffy cast on their new shows: Here's what he said:
Alyson Hannigan - How I Met Your Mother; "She's as breezy and funny as anybody I know. She's got this light sweetness about her that means she works beautifully in [a sitcom]"
Dabid Boreanaz - Bones; "He would do subtle things, comedic things [on Buffy]. It's been gratifying to hear people say, 'Oh, he's really charming and he's got this different kind of chemistry and it's not just Angel at the FBI.'"
Charisma Carpenter - Veronica Mars; "She's a stunner and can hit it out of the park."
Nicholas Brendon - Kitchen Confidential; "It's a good place for him to be the funny guy. But I think park of what makes Nick great as the funny guy is that there's an edge to him. There's a lot of leading man in Nick."
James Marsters - Smallville; "Much of his intensity comes from his relentless thinking, and for him to tap into that is very cool... All of my alumni is taking over the world."
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11 November 2005: David Boreanaz - Punk'd
David Boreanaz Is the latest victim of MTV's Punk'd and will appear on the November 13th show.
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1 November 2005: Amy Acker - More Alias
Amy Acker is becoming quite the regular on Alias and will guest star in two more episodes (the 6th and 7th of the 5th season) which are due to air in November.
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1 November 2005: Marti Noxon - Sam Raimi Script
Marti Noxon is currently working on re-writing a script idea from Sam and Ivan Raimai. Marti told Sci-Fi Wire that the story, called The Curse, will be Evil Dead meets Buffy and will inclide monsters, mental patients and a witch.
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1 November 2005: Chiwetel Ejiofor - Two New Films
Keeping busy as ever, Chiwetel Ejiofor has two new films lined up. Chiwetel will join Clive Owen and Julianne Moore in Children of Men and has also been cast in an independat film, Tonight at Noon (an updated version of Hamlet) alongside Ethan Hawke.
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1 November 2005: Alexis Denisof - Justice League
Alexis Denisof has joined several of his fellow Jossverse actors in voicing a character for Justice League: Unlimited. Alexis woll play the Mirror Master in forthcoming episode 'Flash and Substance' which is due to air in November.
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25 October 2005: Alyson Hannigan - Date Move
Alyson Hannigan has just finished filming Date Movie, a new Romantic Comedy Spoof, which parodies movies such as When Harry Met Sally and Bridget Jones. The film is due for a 2006 release.
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25 October 2005: Nathan Fillion - Slither Trailer
Nathan Fillion's new film, Slither, will premiere 31st March 2006 and you can watch the trailer at www.apple.com/trailers/universal/slither.
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25 October 2005: Amber Bension - Ghosts of Albion Competition
Ain't It Cool News, Shocklines, Cemetery Dance and Stephen King News have got together to bring you the Ghosts of the Albion Suggest a Ghost contest. You can enter through either or all of these sites and prizes up for grabs include signed copies of the new novel by Amber Benson and Christopher Golden, Accursed t-shirts and a ten minute phone conversation with Amber Benson. All you have to do is suggest a figure from British History who could appear as a ghost in a future Ghosts of The Albion story. Here's the full sitch:
One winner will be chosen from each of those sites, and TWO winners will be chosen from entries made through Ghosts Of The Albion.net. Each of those SIX winners will receive a free, personalized, autographed copy of the book. From those six, an overall winner will be chosen to also recieve a free GHOSTS OF THE ALBION t-shirt, and a phone call from Amber Benson.
So what do you have to do? It's simple, really. Suggest a figure from British History to be a ghost in a future Ghosts of Albion story. Your choice may be anyone who was British by birth or citizenship, who was famous or infamous enough for there to be at least some historical background avaialble, and who died PRIOR to 1840. Please note the name of the deceased, the years of their birth and death, and, very briefly, your reasoning why you think that person would make an excellent choice for inclusion in GHOSTS OF ALBION. Also include your name.
Please not, only one ghost suggestion per person, PER SITE. That means you can enter once at each of the contest partner sites as well (with DIFFERENT SUGGESTIONS, of course). No one will win more than once. If the same person were to win at two different sites, the best of the two suggestions would count and the other would be disqualified. But entering different suggestions at the different sites gives you additional chances to win.
Amber Benson and Chris will choose the suggestions they like best from each contest partner, and TWO from www.ghostsofalbion.net. Of the final siz, they will choose their absolute favvorite to be the overall winner.
The contest begins on Thursday, October 20th, and entries will be accepted through Halloween-Monday, October 31st.
Meanwhile, don't forget that GHOSTS OF ALBION: ACCURSED goes on slae Wednesday, October 25th. Pick it up for Halloween! And don't forget that the prologue and first eight chapters are being serialized right now at www.ghostsofalbion.net. Drop by for a taste.
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20 October 2005: Alyson Hannigan - How I Met Your Mother Renewed
Alyson Hannigan's new series, How I Met Your Mother, has been renewed for another full season by CBS.
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20 October 2005: David Boreanaz - Bones Renewed
David Boreanaz' new series, Bones, has been renewed for another full season by Fox.
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20 October 2005: Nicholas Brendon - Save Kitchen Confidential
Fans of Nicholas Brendan's new show Kitchen Confidential are worried that the show may be cancelled although the network has assured us that the show is on a break - not over. A petition to Fox has been started and you can sign it at www.petitiononline.com/04111987/petition.html..
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16 October 2005: Eliza Dushku - Nobel Son
Eliza Dushku has been cast in a new independant film, Nobel Son alongside Alan Rickman, Bill Pullman and Danny DeVito.
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16 October 2005: Joss Whedon - Posts on Serenity's Future
In the aftermath of the Serenity release, Joss Whedon posted his thoughts on the Serenity: The Official Movie Website forum. Here's what he said:
Post subject: Joss made a post from typings!>
Hello young lovers, wherever you are. This is Joss, coming to you live via technology. I thought it would be fair to give you all my little State of the Onion before I descent into the depths of the Warren to pund away at my keyboard, munch lettuce and ignore that annoying nerd Fiver who keeps saying something bad is coming, like he can tell or whatever. I'm excited to beat this Wonder Woman script into shape (and munch lettuce). Mostly, to be honest, I'm excited to (deliberately split infinitive) not be a Professional Serenity Barker. I love you guys, I loves me some Serenity cast, but I am yammered out. By Spain it just got surreal (I think Nathan and Summer will back me on that one). Selling is not my strong suit. Actually, my strong suit is Kevlar, but it bunches in all the wrong places.
So I have read much over the past weeks: we have Won! Lost! Triumphed! Failed! and have, of course, agreed with every single thing I read (one of the exhausting things about having no personality). But in the dark blue of the early morning I do have some perspective, and it runs thus:
I'm very content. I think the movie is really good. That was had to a)do and b) realize. The response has been terrific, the majority of the reviews extremely positive: people GOT IT. What's more, an impressive number of people saw this movie who never would have, and even more still will. This is not spin: I know we didn't do the expected numbers our first weekend, we didn't have an unprecedentedly small drop-off the second (which was my personal fantasy). I've been to some dark places, just like you guys. But the movie has legs, and people who loved it, LOVED it crazy, the way love is supposed to be. Europe has been a nice boost (and a lung-splitting shout out to my UK and Aussie UIPeeps -- they're dears, and efficient as hell). We'll keep soldioring on, until we can't crawl and we find DVD to carry us. I see us kind of like the Shawshank Redemption without all the Oscar nominations (unless Best Feet becomes a catagory). People whoe were befuddled by the title or lack of premise hook will finally pick it up, and keep picking it up... They may miss out on the big-screen excitement, but they'll see out little tale and take it to their hearts. Takes a while. Just like the show.
I've seen a couple of posts with Browncoats beating themselves up about not having done enough. I never want to hear that again. You guys have gone above and beyond above and beyond. The people who are above and beyond are looking at you guys and going "Man, don't they ever quit?" Your efforts, and your investment (emotional as well as tickety) have done an enormous amount for this film and my battered heart. No more self-flagellation, unless it's the healthy what-every-young-person-needs-to-learn-about-their-body-kind.
And what about Da Fyoocha? (And whay did I need Arnold to say that?) I have no idea. It could be that this tale is told. Or it could be that down the line, dollars accumulate and some exec says, "let's spin that wheel again."Or who knows. I'm not resting my hopes on it, but it's not a concept I'll ever close the book on, In case the 30,000 reporters I told didn't get this message out, I love this crew like Nick loves Nora, like Hellboy loves Pancakes, like Bridgitte loves Bernie (and if you're old enough to get that reference, my condolences).
Thank you all. I'll be in touch again, but I have an Amazon to rassle. Remember that this is not over; every dollar (or Euro) counts, every new convert is a friend for life. But don't fret too much on what's to come. Enjoy the remarkable things we've accomplished. You're Big Damn Fans. Have some lettuce.
All love, Joss.
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16 October 2005: Amy Acker - Alias
Amy Acker will return to Alias as a guest star on episode four of the fifth seasion which will air in the US on 20th October 2005.
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10 October 2005: James Marsters - Cool Money on DVD
Cool Money, the TV Movie starring James Marsters will be released on Region 2 DVD on December 5th. It is available for pre-order from Play.com
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10 October 2005: Michelle TRachtenberg - Beautiful Ohio
Michelle Trachtenberg has joined the cast of Chad Lowe's feature directorial debut, Beautiful Ohio. The film is an adaption of Ethan Canin's short story, "Batorsong & Szerelem".
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10 October 2005: Alison Hannigan - American Pie 4
Jason Biggs has announced that there will be a fourth installment of the American Pie movies. Entitled American Baby, the film would follow the story of Jason and Alison Hannigan's characters now that they are married
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10 October 2005: Joss Whedon: Veronica Mars Review
Joss Whedon has certainly not hidden his love for Veronica Mars under a bushel and now he has reviewed the Complete Season 1 DVD on EW. Here's what he said:
"Veronica Mars: The Complete First Season
Reviewed by Joss Whedon
Last year, Veronica Mars' best friend was murdered. Some months later, she was drugged at a party and raped in her sleep. Welcome to the funniest and most romantic show on TV, collected on DVD in Veronica Mars: The Complete First Season.
On the surface, VM is a simple Nancy Drew update: High School Girl Solves Mysteries. It's impressive how well it works as just that, because week to week, nothing is harder to pull off than a genuine whodunit, and no show does it better than VM.
But obviously, it's what lies deeper that not only makes the show remarkable but defines it. Mysteries are its central metaphor; Veronica solves little puzzles because she, like all of us, cannot unravel the bigger ones. Her life now turned upside down (additionally, her sheriff father's been fired, her mother's run out, and her True Love has inexplicably deserted her), she's developed a knack for seeing through people and their inevitable fictions. She also has cameras, audio taps, databases, courtesy of the reduced-to-private-detective dad she works for. She's a super-sleuth, but the show never forgets that her power is born of pain, and that the kids who don't need to see - or avenge - every secret wrong are actually happier and more well-adjusted. Yet our identification is always strictly with Veronica, the girl buffeted by the base duplicity of her peers and the unfathonable vagaries of her own heart.
The teen-soap element of the show is just as compelling as the season-long murder mystery. Nobody is who you think they are. Everyone shifts, betrays, reveals - through their surprising humor as well as their flaws. The show is filled with deft, glorious wit. Creator Rob Thomas and his scribblers give VM more laughs than many sitcoms, and they never grate against the emotional brutality. (So where's a commentary, Rob? The extras are frustatingly thin.) Almost everyone in the ensemble shines, particularly Jason Dohring as Veronica's hypnotically incorrigible nemesis, Logan, and the always impressive (Galaxy Quest, anyone?) Colantoni as Keith Mars, the world's greatest dad. (Seriously. Greatest. There should be a mug.)
At the center of it all is Veronica herself. Bell is most remarkable not for what she brings (warmth, intelligence, and big funny) but for what she leaves out. For all the pathos of her arc, she never begs for our affection. There is a distance to her, a hole in the center of Veronica's persona. Bell constantly conveys it without even seeming to be aware of it. It's a star turn with zero pyrotechnics, and apart from the occasionally awkward voice-over, it's a teeny bit flawless.
Season 1 works as mystery, comedy, and romantic drama, often simultaneously. But what elevates it is that in a TV-scape creepily obsessed with crime-solving, VM actually asks why. It knmows we need our dose of solution as a panacea agaisnt the uncontrollable chaos of life's real mysteries. And it shows, feelingly, that having the answers is never enough.
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8 October 2005: Nathan Fillion/Summer Glau - GMTV Video Clip
Missed Nathan Fillion and Summer Glauon GMTV or just want to see it again? Watch it here.
Dear Roj
So, it's happened: Serenity has made it's debut. The first weekend is over. I dragged nearly everyone I knew to it and made them sit through it, no bathroom breaks allowed - they might miss important plot poins and sweet fight sequences! And some of them even went to see it agian, and again, and then again (and no, I'm not counting my parents, here, because they're already asking me for their own personal copy of the DVD and poster and role playing book - I REALLY hope my Dad doesn't want to play Inara). Yes, my family and friends are devoted and very proud of even the silliest things that I do, but I knew by their slightly sheepish faces on being caught with not one, not two, but THREE Serenity movie passes in their wallets on only the third day of opening that they loved this movie.
I am so pleased by this. I've always vowed to never get too close to a project and to never, ever fall in love with it, but I did that with Firefly, and I did it again with Serenity. I couldn't help it. It's special to me. It stands out. And to know that it stands out for other people too, people that love it because it's intelligent and funny and so original, it makes me happier than anything. Joss is right when he says that none of the usual industry rules apply to thsi movie, because they really don't. There's no predicting what will happen. We don't know what's coming, and we don't know what our ultimate fate will be. It's virtaully impossible to know. We are different. We always have been. It's just what makes us even more special.
Above all else, we opened this weekend to the tune of 10.1 million dollars, and we're the number one "new" movie in the country. That says a ton. I knew my theatre was packed to the brim with browncoats, and when I see it again this weekend coming up, I know it will be the same, because you don't give up. We have something that bikini-clad treasure-hunting Paul Walker-kissing peeps don't, and that's the most dedicated, most wonderful fans in the world. (know how good that feels?)
It's of course, far from over. The second weekend means even more than the first. We need this film to stay in theatres for as long as possible to give ourselves the opportunity to make some cash so we can keep going, keep flying, and keep making movies. And those people saying shitty things, saying that you don't matter and that it's over? They don't get it. No big deal. Ignore that kind of stuff. There are NO RULES here. No accurate predictions. Anything is possible. Just know that everything you do, every ten bucks you spend on a ticket, every friend you bring to the theatre with you, all of it helps. Lets show them how might we can be.
I am so proud.
Jewel
PS If you're reading this Dad, I was just kidding. You can play Inara. Just not Kaylee, k?
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8 October 2005: Jewel Staite - Dear Roj Update
Jewel Staite has updated her blog with her thoughts on Serenity's opening weekend. Here's what she said:
Dear Roj
So, it's happened: Serenity has made it's debut. The first weekend is over. I dragged nearly everyone I knew to it and made them sit through it, no bathroom breaks allowed - they might miss important plot poins and sweet fight sequences! And some of them even went to see it agian, and again, and then again (and no, I'm not counting my parents, here, because they're already asking me for their own personal copy of the DVD and poster and role playing book - I REALLY hope my Dad doesn't want to play Inara). Yes, my family and friends are devoted and very proud of even the silliest things that I do, but I knew by their slightly sheepish faces on being caught with not one, not two, but THREE Serenity movie passes in their wallets on only the third day of opening that they loved this movie.
I am so pleased by this. I've always vowed to never get too close to a project and to never, ever fall in love with it, but I did that with Firefly, and I did it again with Serenity. I couldn't help it. It's special to me. It stands out. And to know that it stands out for other people too, people that love it because it's intelligent and funny and so original, it makes me happier than anything. Joss is right when he says that none of the usual industry rules apply to thsi movie, because they really don't. There's no predicting what will happen. We don't know what's coming, and we don't know what our ultimate fate will be. It's virtaully impossible to know. We are different. We always have been. It's just what makes us even more special.
Above all else, we opened this weekend to the tune of 10.1 million dollars, and we're the number one "new" movie in the country. That says a ton. I knew my theatre was packed to the brim with browncoats, and when I see it again this weekend coming up, I know it will be the same, because you don't give up. We have something that bikini-clad treasure-hunting Paul Walker-kissing peeps don't, and that's the most dedicated, most wonderful fans in the world. (know how good that feels?)
It's of course, far from over. The second weekend means even more than the first. We need this film to stay in theatres for as long as possible to give ourselves the opportunity to make some cash so we can keep going, keep flying, and keep making movies. And those people saying shitty things, saying that you don't matter and that it's over? They don't get it. No big deal. Ignore that kind of stuff. There are NO RULES here. No accurate predictions. Anything is possible. Just know that everything you do, every ten bucks you spend on a ticket, every friend you bring to the theatre with you, all of it helps. Lets show them how might we can be.
I am so proud.
Jewel
PS If you're reading this Dad, I was just kidding. You can play Inara. Just not Kaylee, k?
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8 October 2005: Christian Kane - New Kane CD
After a busy summer, Christian Kane's band, Kane will be releasing a live CD, 'Accoustic Live in London' on Octover 14th. There will be limited numbers of this CD and orders are being taken now at www.kanemusic.com
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4 October 2005: Nathan Fillion/Summer Glau - GMTV
Nathan Fillion and Summer Glau, will be appearing on GMTV (UK Breakfast Show) on Wednesday morning and will be taking part in a live video webchat later. You can submit your questions now at www.gm.tv.
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4 October 2005: Joss Whedon: Win a Conversation With Joss
Charity Auctions are taking place where the winning bidder will receive a 10 to 15 minute conversation with a selection of Whedonverse cast and crew. Bidders can choose from Joss Whedon, Stephanie Romanov, Tim Minear, David Fury, Dennis Christopher, George Hertzberg, Camden Toy, John Billingsby and Scott Scwartz. All proceeds will go to the American Red Cross Hurricane Relief fund. Click here for full details and to place your bid.
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1 October 2005: Joss Whedon: The Sun Interview
UK tabloid, The Sun will be interviewing Joss Whedon when he comes to the UK next week and they are asking for your questions to put to Joss. You can e-mail your questions to webchats@the-sun.co.uk.
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30 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Answers Your Questions
Remember we (and other websites) offered you the chance to ask Joss Whedon a question? Well he has taken the time out of his busy schedule to answer some of those question and here they are:
Questions from www.whedon.info
Have you ever had writer's block? How'd you overcome it?
Lots. The trick is to walk away, either to another script or to some good old mindless veging out. The other trick is not to give up right away 'cause you're lazy and you wanna play. But if it ain't coming, it ain't.
If you knew you were going to spend the next 10 years on a desert island and could only take 5 books with you, which books would you take? (excluding "How to Survive on a Desert Island" and "Raft Building for Fun and Profit" ;-)
Asuuming they're books I've already read:
1) A Little Princess
2) Donbey and Son
3) Dune
4) Hitchcock by Truffaut
5) Pride and Prejudice
What is Inara's secret? What's the black liquid in that vial she had?
Nice try
Why is it that in most of your stories the most powerful or mythical characters are females?
I likes 'em. My interest in women is mainly their strength. My interest in men is mainly their flaws. I realize both have both, but that's how it falls out. It's an identification with Otherness -- call it Cinematic Drag.
Joss, I was lucky enough to be at the premiere in Edinburgh. What were your impressions of the event?
Edinburgh was wonderful -- beautiful city, happy fans, and most of my deer peeps about. And I even like the haggis, Sam I Am.
Any chance of us seeing another instalment of 'Firefly' as a TV series? I'm thrilled about the movie, but I need more!
Hard to say. The Movie has to be a hit before these questions become relevant.
Joss, first of all, thank you for everything you have contributed to TV and movies!!! My question is, what was the biggest stumbling block with Serenity, and how did you overcome it? (Example, not given a big enough budget, not allowed to do a certain flight scene, or whatever._
Writing the damn thing. Hardest structure ever.
My questions is this: do you enjoy coming up with names for the characters and places in the Firefly 'verse. It seems that you put a lot of thought and meaning into the names you choose. What do you use as inspiration? Literature, other films, music etc or other sources?
I love naming, and it's VERY hard. Planets, I usually take from mythology or literature (or old names or translations) but personal names carry so much weight -- I've often been blocked for DAYS on a script because I don't have one characters name and I can't write without it. It has to sound like them, embody them.
While filming Serenity were there any moments when you all cracked up laughing because of something hilariously funny? If there was can you say what happened?
Having Nathan around means I cracked up every day. No anecdotes, though -- we had a schedule to keep!
What has made you so interested in the Sci-Fi/Paranormal genre? What about the genre makes you retain your interest?
Sci-fi is another world, and have you taken a look at this one lately?
Questions from www.whedonesque.com
Watching the movie, I could not tell if any stunt men/women were used in the action sequences. There must have been, but it didn't show. How much of the fighting scenes that involve River was done by Summer Glau herself?
Summer did almost everything (save two wire gags) herself. She was my secret weapon -- best action hero in this country. Nathan and Chiwetel also did most of theirs. Lotta bored stunt doubles.
Joss, which of the nine people on Serenity do you most identify with and why?
Worf, 'cause he's leathery but gentle.
Questions from: www.destinything.com
First all, a big thank you to everyone involved for taking the time to include webmasters in the promotion of Serenity. It's great to be able to give something back to Joss after so many years of entertainment! With regards my question, whilst reading an extract of the "Serenity" novel, I was struck by a line claiming that River was particularly afraid of a certain crew member. This got me wondering how much involvement you have with novelisations. Do you provide specific background details such as this and, on a similar note, has there ever been a proposed plot development in a "Buffy" or "Angel" novel where you've had to put your foot down?
I don't have much involvement. I just don't have time. If I started to read them I'd just get frustrated and have to write them myself. This would cause fewer movies and shows. I just whistle and look the other way. Hope ya like 'em!
Questions from: www.morenabaccarin.net
The whole cast have been excellent at promoting Serenity, often travelling large distances to attend events; how does their enthusiasm and commitment compare to those of other projects you've been involved in?
Nothing compares to the work these guys have done promoting the film -- and nothing is nicer than flying to a faraway land to find yourself surrounded by good friends who are all wicked pretty. It should always be like this.
Questions from: http://www.geocities.com/leafanone/allaboutadambaldwin.htm
Joss, why did you avoid letting Jayne and The Operative go at it (fight I mean) in Serenity? Jayne for president!
You totally gave away the sequel! (The president thing, I mean. Jayne would never fight The Operatove -- they are timid men.)
Questions from: www.browncoatevents.com
Hey Joss, I've heard lots about the now famous Shakespeare readings at your house. I wondered if you would ever consider directing a stage play (Shakespeare or anything else) and if so which play would you choose and who would be your dream actors to play the main roles?
I wouldn't hate doing "Much Ado" with Amy and Alexis...
Questions from: http://nathan-fillion.net/badinlatin/
Do you have a fascination with feet (and if so, why), or, why do you have so many shots of feet in the movie?
Sigh... see, Summer's a dancer, and she acts from the ground up. In Objects in Space, the physical connection between her and the ship was key, and it becamse a motif... maybe that's all just reationalization for something darker, but how dark can it be? It's feet!
What did the two animanl handlers mentioned on the end titles of Serenity contribute to the filming process?
They kept it real, bro'.
Questions from: www.buffy.com.au
Given your position at the moment, where do you see yourself in 5 years? Is motion picture greatness where you wish to be?
And TV greatness, and Broadway greatness, and chocolatey goodness.. I want it all. But honestly, rehab.
You've made an extensive effort to spend some quality time with your fans in Australia, what with the pub visit on the Sunday to the Q&A sessions on Monday and Tuesday evenings just gone. Is this something that you're prepared to do if that is what it teakes to ride a continual wave of success or is this more in your own mantra to recognise the fans for their support and as such give something back.
I had a free day. When you tour, you're supposed to talk to the press (and hoo doggy did I) but you wanna see your peeps, and not just for the length of your name signing. I couldn't do it every night (raging ego/hangover) but it's nice when I can.
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29 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Audio Interview
Chase Masterson interviewed Joss Whedon for The Fandom. Download it here. Warning there are spoilers in this interview.
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29 September 2005: James Marsters - Posts on Official Site
James Marsters has left the following message on his Official Site:
Hey everyone - I'm working hard up here on "Smallville". I am watching the news like everyone else about Rita and hope and pray that only minimal damage will be sustained. Now is the time for all of us to look after out fellow man, so be kind to one another and remember that every small gesture does make a difference. Everyone be safe and well.
James
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25 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Bloody Awful Poet Society Auction
Joss Whedon has doneated some signed items to the Bloody Awful Poet Society Charity Auction in aid of the American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Fund. The items should be available shortly, in the meantime go check out what is currently on offer, items include action figures and signed photos.
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25 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Battle of the Comic Book Writers
The next round of IGN's Battle of the Comic Book Writers is open for votes and Joss Whedon is now up against Alan Moore. You can vote here. Results and the next round are revealed on 26 September 2005.
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24 September 2005: Nicholas Brendon - Unholy Trailer
Click here to watch the trailer for Nicholas Brendon's new film, Unholy.
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22 September 2005: Amy Acker - Alias
It has been confirmed that Amy Acker will appear in at least two episodes of the new season of Alias.
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22 September 2005: Nathan Fillion/Morena Baccarin/Summer Glau/Sean Maher - Video Interviews
MovieGuy recently interviewed Nathan Fillion, Morena Baccarin, Summer Glau and Sean Maher. You can watch the clips here
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20 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Battle of the Comic Writers Round 3
It's Round 3 of IGN's Battle of the Comic Book Writers. You can vote for Joss Whedon (or whoever you like) here. Check back on 23rd September for the results.
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20 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Veronica Mars
Writer and creator of Veronica Mars, Rob Thomas, has confimred via his website www.robthomasproductions.com that Joss Whedon has agreed to guest star on the show. If all goes to plan, Joss will play a testy, rental car manager in Season 2's 6th episode.
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20 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Interview Audio Clip
Download an audio clip of Joss Whedon's interview on Australia's ABC Radio from www.abc.net.au.
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20 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Sydney Q&A Audio File
Download the audiofile of Joss Whedon's Sydney Q & A at www.godmonkey.com.
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12 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Filmink Magazine
The Australian movie magazine Filmink features an interview with Joss Whedon in it's special edition (pictured) which will be on shelves 15th October 2005 in Australia and New Zealand. International orders can be made online by contacting Dina at dina@filmink.com.au.
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12 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Audio Interview Clip
Hear a clip of Joss Whedon's interview on Australia's National Radio. Real Audio Required.
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12 September 2005: David Newman - Online Interview
Serenity Sountrack composer, David Newman, will be talking about Serenity on a new internet radio show, 'On The Score'. The interview will be today (Monday 12th September) and you can listen to it at www.filmmusicradio.com.
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11 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Wants to Meet You in Sydney
Joss Whedon has arrived in Australia and, in a post on SerenityOz, has invited Browncoats to join him out on the town. Here's what he said:
Post subject: Fire: bad. Joss: Foamy
Hello there.
So I'm here in Sydney and tomorrow I've a monstrous bunch of yakking to do, press and all that, a screening - you guys know the drill. But today, being as that I'm footloose and fancy free, I thought it might be fun to sit down with a few peeps over a foamy beer and be a little less structured. I'm staying near the Orient, which is in the Rocks, so around 5:00pm I figure to wander down there and hoist a few (just a few). If you're free and bored swing by. I'll be the one with the white carnation and a copy of "War and Peace". (That might not be true.) I'll be the one that looks like Joss, only more tired. (Wait, I always look tired. Maybe I better bring "War and Peace" after all.)
So I looked at the badges of the customs officials at the airport and thought, "What a coincidence. They're both named SYD." Yeah, I'm that guy.
See you (?) later, -joss
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10 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Will Answer Your Questions
In conjunction with www.serenity-themovie.com, Whedon's World is giving you the opportunity to as Joss Whedon a question and he will try and answer as many as he can. Submit your question (with your name) to cider@whedonsworld.com by the 13th September 2005. Questions about Firefly/Serenity only please. All answers will be posted on this site once they become available.
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10 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Battle of the Comic Writers Round 2
Joss Whedon has made it to Round 2 of IGN Comic's Battle of the Comic Writers. You can vote for Joss, or whoever you like, here. The next round will begin on 16the September 2005.
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9 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Australian Media Schedule
UIP have confirmed Joss Whedon hectic schedule whilst in Australia. Here's where you can find Jossy goodness:
TV Interviews
Rove Libe - Netwrok Ten - live-to-air on Tuesday, September 13
Sunrise - Netwroik Ten - live-to-air on Tuesday, September 13
The Movie Show )SBS-TV)
Showtime (Foxtel/Austar)
Music Max - with Chit Chat
MTV
Radio Interviews
Radio National, Breakfas with Fran Kelly - Monday, September 12
Radio Triple J, Jay and the Doctor (breakfast show)
ABC 702 with Sarah McDonald - to air on Monday, September 12
Radio 774 with Richard Stubbs
Radio 3RRR with Rob Jan
Radio 92.9FM, Perth with Bernie, Luke & Sal (breakfast)
Radio Adelaide
Fresh-FM, Adelaide
Radio 4ZZZ Movie Show
Fbi 94.5FM
Radio 2SER-FM
Print Interviews
The Australian
Metro, Sydney Morning Herald
Daily Telegraph, Sydney
Australian Associated Press
Herald Sun, Melbourne
Sunday Age, Melbourne
Brisbane Courier Mail
Scene Magazine, Brisbane
Rave Magazine
Time Off, Brisbane
Queensland Times
Q News, Brisbane
Adelaide Sunday Mail
West Australian, Perth
X.Press Magazine, Perth
Woroni, ANU
Union Recorder, Sydney University
Blitz - UNSW
3D World
Forte
Beat
Rip It Up
DB Magazine
On Dit
Messenger
Empire (uni mag)
Entropy (uni mag)
War Cry
Online Interviews
Fairfax Digital
News on-line
Greater Union website
yourmovies.com.au
Moviehole
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9 September 2005: Alyson Hannigan - Emmy Awards
Alyson Hannigan will be among the presenters at the Emmy's which will take place on Sunday 18th September 2005.
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9 September 2005: Adam Baldwin - Hurricane Relief Fund
The good folks at Adam Baldwin Central have set up a Just Giving page to raise money for the American Red Cross Hurricane Fund. You can donate here.
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7 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Battle of The Comic Book Writers Poll
IGN Comics are holding a vote to find the Ultimate Comic Book Writer and Joss Whedon is a contender, vote for him (or whoever you want) here
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7 September 2005: Eliza Dushku - Wizard World Boston
Eliza Dushku will be making an appearance at Wizard World Boston on Saturday 1st October 2005.
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7 September 2005: James Marsters - Charity Auction
Alane of the Bloody Awful Poets Society and Theresa from Support Spike have announced a charity auction on ebay (through the Mission Fish programme) with all proceeds going to the American Red Cross for it's hurricane relief effort. Items were listed yesterday (6 September) and all start at $10.00.
The listings can be seen here. Items include action figures and autographed photos. Please have a look and consider bidding on an item.
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7 September 2005: Joss Whedon - Sam Loeb Memorial Comic
Joss Whedon is among a group of writers who will complete the comic Superman/Batman #26 in memory of Sam Loeb. Sam wrote a short story for 'Tales of the Vampires' and was the son of Jeph Loeb, who has worked with Joss on the Buffy: Animated project. Jeph recently revealed that Sam, who sadly lost his three year battle with cancer, was to write the Superman/Batman comic and had already completed the plot and some dialogue.
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27 August 2005: Keith R. A. DeCandido - Dragon*Con
For those of you attending Dragon*Con, Keith R.A. DeCandido will be giving away 50 copies of his novelisation of Serenityon a first come first served basis at his autograph session. Keith will also be signing at the Serenity Fan Table and will have copies of Finding Serenity to sell at a discounted price of $15.00.
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21 August 2005: Joss Whedon - Rove Live
Joss Whedon will appear on Australia's Rove Live on Tuesday 13th September 2005.
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21 August 2005: James Marsters - Win CD with E! Online
On Monday 22nd August Kristin from E! Online will be answering your questions on Lost and also giving away a new James Marsters CD and Roswell DVDs. Here's the link.
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