Stargate Universe - Collider: Robert C. Cooper Video Interview

Courtesy of Collider:

Co-Creator/Writer/Executive Producer Robert Cooper Exclusive Video Interview STARGATE UNIVERSE

by Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub

At this year’s Comic-Con, I was able to speak with a few cast members of Syfy’s hit show Stargate Universe. As I’ve said a few times, I never watched any of the previous Stargate shows, but I’ve been very impressed with SGU (Stargate Universe). Since the show has only aired one full season and it doesn’t return until late September, I really recommend renting/buying the first season and catching up. It’s absolutely worth it.

Anyway, over the last few days I posted my exclusive interviews with David Blue and Robert Carlyle, and tonight I’ve got the last one and it’s with Co-Creator/Writer/Executive Producer Robert Cooper. During the interview, Cooper talked about how SGU is different from the previous shows, do they have a five year plan, how far ahead have they scripted, he compares the next twenty episodes to the first twenty, what percentage of Destiny has been explored, he reveals some of the storylines of season two, and a lot more. If you’re a fan of SGU, you’ll love the interview.

Co-Creator/Writer/Executive Producer Robert Cooper Exclusive Video Interview STARGATE UNIVERSE from ColliderVideos on Vimeo.

Stargate Universe - Comics Online: San Diego Comic Con Panel Video Interview

Courtesy of Comics Online:

CC2010: Stargate Universe Interviews

Matt Sernaker from ComicsOnline catches up with Robert Cooper, Robert Carlyle, David Blue, Ming-Na and Alaina Huffman from Stargate Universe at Comic-Con 2010

Stargate Universe - Buzz Focus: Robert C. Cooper Video Interview

At Buzz Focus:

Exclusive Interview: Stargate Universe Co-Creator Robert Cooper Discusses SGU Evolution

July 27, 2010

SGU series Co-Creator Robert C. Cooper took a moment to chat with us at Comic Con on the future of Stargate Universe Season 2. In this interview, Cooper discusses the growing conflict between Dr. Nicholas Rush (Robert Carlyle) and Colonel Everett Young (Justin Louis). Cooper states that by SGU Season 2 Episode 6 fans can expect something explosive to occur between the two rivals. He also discusses Rush and Eli’s (David Blue) evolving relationship.

Cooper also discusses the outcome of the battle with the Aleutian Alliance, how the communicator stones will play out in the ensuing battle and what Destiny’s role will be in Season 2. This is one interview you won’t want to miss if you’re an SGU fan!

Stargate Universe - Wormhole Riders: Robert C. Cooper Video Interview & Comic Con Panel

At Wormhole Riders:

An Interview with Robert Cooper of the Stargate Franchise Now with SGU Panel!

by whovian99 on Jul.29, 2010

During San Diego Comic Con 2010 I was fortunate enough to have the honor of interviewing Mr. Robert Cooper.

Robert is the award winning executive producer and writer of the MGM Stargate franchise. You can see new episodes of Stargate Universe on the Syfy Channel this Fall 2010.

We talked a bit about the recent news that Mr. Cooper will be taking a step back from working on Stargate as well as his possible plans for the future.

Also included now is the complete SGU panel from Comic-Con for your enjoyment!

Stargate Universe - San Diego Comic Con Friday July 23 Schedule

San Diego Comic Con just released their FridayJuly 23 schedule:

(Please follow the link for the complete schedule.)

10:30-11:30 Stargate Universe

— Follow your Destiny. Catch the Syfy Stargate Universe panel, featuring Robert Carlyle (Dr. Nicholas Rush), David Blue (Eli Wallace), Ming Na (Camile Wray), and Louis Ferreira (Colonel Everett Young), moderated by Robert Cooper (series co-creator). Ballroom 20



Louis Ferreira, Robert Caryle, and Ming Na

Stargate Universe / Sanctuary - Directors Guild of Canada 2010 Nominations

At the Directors Guild of Canada:

2010 DGC AWARDS

Comedian Dave Foley will host the 9th annual gala on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the regal Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto.

Ticket sales for DGC members open Wednesday, July 7, 2010.
Ticket sales for industry open Wednesday, July 28, 2010.

2010 DGC Awards Nominations
*** nominees may be subject to change*** (include)

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Stargate Universe creators Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper

Presented by Gold Sponsor, William F. White

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Helen Shaver for The Bridge - Eps. 110
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Being Erica - Eps. 109 "Everything She Wants" - Jeff Woolnough (Director)

Flashpoint - "One Wrong Move" - David Frazee (Director)



Sanctuary Director Martin Wood

Sanctuary - Eps. 213 "Kali Part 2" - Martin Wood (Director), Doug Brons (Production Manager), Gordon D. MacDonald (1st Assistant Director), Eddy Hardy (2nd Assistant Director), Gisela Schulte (3rd Assistant Director), Chantelle Collett (Trainee Assistant Director), Tanner Adams (Production Assistant), Amanda Eglisson (Production Assistant), Michael McAree (Production Assistant), Bruce Brownstein (Location Manager), Heather Vedan (Location Manager), Scott Walden (Location Manager), Stephen Sangster (Assistant Location Manager), Terry Brooks (Location Scout), Doug John White (Location Scout)

The Bridge - Eps. 110 - Helen Shaver (Director)

Stargate Universe - SFX Magazine: Upping the Ante In Stargate Universe Season Two

At SFX Magazine:

(Please follow the link for the complete article excerpt from SFX Magazine Issue #198.)

29/06/2010

Upping the Ante In Stargate Universe Season Two

SFXCLUSIVE The show's producers tease where they'll be taking the story on the characters in the second season.



Stargate's Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper

Things reached a nadir of bleakness by the end of the first season of Stargate Universe with the interstellar thugs known as the Lucien Alliance taking over our heroes' ship by extreme force, leaving the good guys quite literally on their knees, and a defiant Colonel Young dealing with the news that ex-lover TJ (who was carrying their child) lay dying elsewhere on the ship. But that could all be a afternoon in the park compared to what the producers have lined up for season two, they reveal in an exclusive interview in SFX198.

Long-running Stargate stalwart Brad Wright promises that escaping from the Alliance is going to be a messy business. "When you try to adopt a more realistic tone, where frankly we don't win every time, then there have to be real world repercussions like death and injury and loss. You can dig deeper into characters and the deeper you dig the repercussions can get bigger. We are going to some places with these characters, and already have really, that we would never go with the heroes of our other series..."

For more of season two news, including some of the production team’s plans for new baddie, Simeon, played by Heroes’ Robert Knepper, check out the full interview in SFX198.

Stargate Universe - GateWorld: Podcast #95 - SGU Season One Recap

At GateWorld:

GateWorld Podcast: SGU Season One Recap



Wednesday - June 23, 2010

by Darren Sumner

Visit the GateWorld Podcast page for more about the show!

The freshman season of Stargate Universe is complete! In this week’s podcast, GateWorld’s Darren and David will look at the first year of SGU as a whole and discuss what we thought worked. How did the second half of the season compare to the first half? Character drama, alien threats, separation from home, communication stones, and more — it’s all on the table as we dissect Season One and decide if it lived up to our own expectations.

But first, we’ll also be talking about the news of writer-producer Robert C. Cooper’s departure from Stargate.

If you are a fan of Doctor Who, stick around after the show for a bonus discussion! Darren has picked three episodes for David to watch, and this week David will give us his newbie take on the show and whether he’s been convinced to keep watching.

Stargate Universe - GateWorld: Robert C. Cooper departing Stargate

At GateWorld:

(Please follow the link for the complete article.)

Robert C. Cooper departing Stargate

Sunday - June 20, 2010
by Darren Sumner

Robert C. Cooper and Carl Binder on the Stargate Universe Destiny set. Photo courtesy of Joseph Mallozzi's blog.

Robert C. Cooper, one of the Stargate franchise’s most veteran writer/producers, is moving on. Cooper will leave Stargate next month, fellow SGU executive producer Joseph Mallozzi announced on his blog.

“I’m not leaving completely, actually — just stepping back to more of a consulting role for the end of this season,” Cooper told GateWorld. “However, my credit will remain Executive Producer. We’ve already developed most of Season Two and I feel very confident leaving the show in good hands.”

Cooper’s final contribution to the stalwart franchise will be a stage panel appearance at San Diego Comic-Con, promoting the second season of Stargate Universe (now in production). He also tells GateWorld that he’ll be writing one more episode for late Season Two...

...Stay tuned to GateWorld for more exclusive comments straight from Rob Cooper on his decision to step back from the show, and just what his responsibilities will be for the remainder of Season Two’s production.

We’d like to thank Rob Cooper for his part in more than a decade of great television, and wish him Godspeed in his next endeavor!

Stargate Universe - Joseph Mallozzi's Blog: Robert C. Cooper Retiring

From Joseph Mallozzi's blog update for June 19, 2010:

(Please follow the link for the complete blog update.)

The Farewell Tour! Back On Top! Janina’s New Music Vid!



Stargate Universe creators Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper

A short and early blog entry today as I’m heading off to the first stop in Robert C. Cooper’s farewell victory tour. ”What’s that?” you say. You didn’t know he was leaving? Well, yes. Sad but true. His appearance at this year’s Comic Con panel will mark his final Stargate-related contribution, so if you happen to be in the San Diego area in late July, make sure to say goodbye and thank him for fourteen years and countless hours of gate-tastic entertainment. But, please – no tears. If you start crying it’ll only be a matter of time before he starts crying as well (the ole softy) and that’ll just embarrass him...

Stargate Universe - SciFi Now Magazine: Issue #40 - Wright/Cooper Interviews

At SFX Magazine (UK):

SciFiNow #40 now on sale!



April 15, 2010

by James Rundle

IN THIS MONTH’S INDESTRUCTIBLE ISSUE:

- Stargate Universe – The cast and crew go through all of the episodes so far, as the rest of the season begins to air.

- Iron Man 2 – Tony Stark rockets back to the big screen this month, we have the definitive preview.

- Caprica – We talk to genre legend Ronald D Moore about the Battlestar Galactica spin-off.

- 25 Things Who Must Do – We speak to Matt Smith and Karen Gillan, and give our verdict on what Steven Moffat has to do in order to regenerate the series.

- Fringe – We sit down with John Noble and Joshua Jackson to talk about the show.

- FlashForward – Original author Robert J Sawyer talks to us about seeing his creation on screen.

Also Included:

- The complete guide to Flash Gordon.

- Stephen King’s IT in retrospect.

- Examining sci-fi in 1954.

- Huge SF/F literary section with author interviews.

- Dedicated memorabilia section.

- And much, much more!

Stargate Universe - Resource List: Actors Interviews

[NOTE: Most interviews are current and/or new since February 2010.]

UPDATED: May 26, 2010



JULIA BENSON (Lt. Vanessa James)

At MGM Stargate: Julia Benson Interview - Stargate Magazine #34


JOSH BLACKER (the late Sgt. Spencer)

At Colonelez.net: Podcast - Josh Blacker Interview

At Wormhole Riders: Intimate Interview with the Charitable Josh Blacker of SGU & Human Target (Audio Interview)

DAVID BLUE



At About.com's SciFi-Fantasy Guide: Interview: David Blue - SGU's wisecracking every nerd on a wild ride that's getting wilder

At Wired's Geek Dad: GeekDad Interviews David Blue - Eli Wallace on Stargate Universe (Audio Interview)

At Hollywood: The Write Way: David Blue Talks Stargate Universe

At Hollywood The Write Way: Video Interview David Blue/Ming-Na

At io9: David Blue: How SGU's Season Finale Will Leave You In Ruins

At the Los Angeles Times: Hero Complex - For your inner fanboy 'Stargate Universe's' resident geek hero, David Blue

At Movie Line: David Blue on Stargate Universe, Twitter's Dark Side, and His Galaxy Quest Obsession

myFanbase: Interview with David Blue

At Newsarama: Geek Power with David Blue of STARGATE UNIVERSE

At Pop Culture Zoo: PCZ Talks To SGU's David Blue

At SciFi Australia: David Blue Video Interview [NOTE: Only available in Australia]

SciFi Now Magazine (UK): Interview: David Blue

At Australia's SciFi Channel's SciFi Pi: SGU's David Blue Interview - Video Interview [NOTE: The video is geo-coded for Australians only.]

At Syfy Australia's SciFi Pi blog: David Blue Interview: 'Math Boy' and Lindsay Lohan

At Sky One: Video - Stargate Universe: The Superfan vs. David Blue! Part One

At Sky One: Video - Stargate Universe: Superfan vs. David Blue Part 2!

Canada's Space Channel: David Blue Interview - Download Audio HERE

At Spinoff Online: David Blue Geeks Out On Stargate Universe

At Trendhunter: David Blue, Star of SGU: Stargate Universe

At TV Guide Online: Stargate Universe's David Blue: Eli Has to Step Up to Survive Hostile Aliens

ROBERT CARLYLE



At the Daily Record (Glasgow, Scotland): Walk with Giants: Robert Carlyle AUDIO Download

At Science Fiction Stuff: Robert Carlyle Video Interview

ROBERT C. COOPER (SGU Co-Creator, Writer and Director)

At Earth's Mightiest Fansite: SGU: Exclusive Interview with Executive Producer Robert C. Cooper (Audio Interview)


LOUIS FERREIRA



At Cinema Spy: Interview: New 'Stargate Universe' is 'Richer, Heavier, Faster Paced' Louis Ferreira and Brian J. Smith on being 'SGU's heroes and villains

At ColonelEz.net: Louis Ferreira talks on set relationships, pushing character boundries and pranks


At Daemon's TV: Louis Ferreira and Brian Smith Talk about Stargate Universe

At Media Blvd. Magazine: A Possible Emmy In The Works? : SGU Returns from Hiatus and Ferreira and Smith Spill the Beans

At Australia's SciFi's Sci Fi Pi blog: Louis Ferreira: An Interview with SGU's Funny Man, Colonel Young (No, Really!)

At SciFi Talk: Today's Podcast - Stargate Universe Press Conference

At Chicago Now's Show Patrol (Chicago, IL): Louis Ferreira faces old, new foes in 'Stargate Universe'

At Chicago Now's Show Patrol (Chicago, CA): Fun for 'SGU' fans: Louis Ferreira, Brian J. Smith make us laugh

At Starry Constellation Magazine: LOUIS FERREIRA AND BRIAN SMITH Interview

At TV is my Pacifier: Stargate Universe Interview with Louis Ferreira & Brian J. Smith

PATRICK GILMORE



At Stargate Planet: Interview with Patrick Gilmore

ALAINA HUFFMAN



The Bottom Line: Syfy Star Interview - Interview with Alaina Huffman of Stargate Universe

At Movie Web: EXCLUSIVE: Alaina Huffman Talks Smallville and Stargate Universe Season Finales

At Syfy Australia's SciFi Pi: Alaina Huffman: What Would You Gate With You? (Video Interview)

At SciFi Wire: SGU's hot doc has got some spoilers for you

At TV Squad: Alaina Huffman on the 'Stargate Universe' Season Finale, Season Two, and More


ELYSE LEVESQUE



At 411Mania: 411mania Interviews: Elyse Levesque

At GateWorld: Daughter of Destiny - Audio Interview

At IGN: Through the Stargate with SGU's Elyse Levesque

At Maxim: Q&A: Stargate Universe's Elyse Levesque

At SciFi Now: Interview: Elyse Levesque

MING-NA



At the Associated Press: Video: Ming Na Charts 'Stargate Universe' Course

At Film Reporter (Germany): Ming-Na flies into space (Interview is in German.)

At Hollywood The Write Way: Video Interview David Blue/Ming-Na

At HULU: Syfy Stargate Universe - Video- Ming-Na Q&A: Part 2

At Pop Culture Zoo: Joseph Chats With Ming-Na

At Today: Video - NBC's Today - Stargate Universe's Ming Na Guests

At True Slant: Charlie Sheen welcomes his much-loved judge, played by Ming-Na, back to bed! (Audio Interview)

LOU DIAMOND PHILLIPS



At The SciFi Guys (UK): Lou Diamond Phillips Audio Interview

At Blog Talk Radio's TV Talk: Lou Diamond Phillips (Audio Interview)

BRIAN J. SMITH



At Cinema Spy: Interview: New 'Stargate Universe' is 'Richer, Heavier, Faster Paced' Louis Ferreira and Brian J. Smith on being 'SGU's heroes and villains

At Colonelez.net: Brian J Smith talks Character Moments, Fan Interactions & His Need To Stay Busy During Hiatus

At Colonelez.net: Podcast - Brian J. Smith Interview

At Coventry Telegraph: Brian J Smith on what's in store for Stargate Universe and Lt Matthew Scott

At Daemon's TV: Louis Ferreira and Brian Smith Talk about Stargate Universe

Den of Geek: Stargate Universe: Brian J Smith interview

At Digital Spy (UK): Brian J. Smith ('Stargate Universe')

At Media Blvd. Magazine: A Possible Emmy In The Works? : SGU Returns from Hiatus and Ferreira and Smith Spill the Beans

At RTL2 (Germany): Brian J. Smith Interview [Note: In German]

At SciFi Now: Interview: Brian J Smith

At Australia's SciFi Channel's SciFi Pi blog: Brian and Jamil - Smith and Smith: Stargate Universe Is More than Meets the Eye!

At SciFi Talk: Today's Podcast - Stargate Universe Press Conference

At Chicago Now's Show Patrol (Chicago, CA): Fun for 'SGU' fans: Louis Ferreira, Brian J. Smith make us laugh

At Starry Constellation Magazine: LOUIS FERREIRA AND BRIAN SMITH Interview

At TV is my Pacifier: Stargate Universe Interview with Louis Ferreira & Brian J. Smith

JAMIL WALKER SMITH



At Australia's SciFi Channel's SciFi Pi blog: Brian and Jamil - Smith and Smith: Stargate Universe Is More than Meets the Eye!

At Canada's Space Channel: Audio Interview with Jamil Walker-Smith from SGU Listen Here!

HERB SOMMERFELD (background actor)

At ColonelEz.net: Extra! Extra! Read All About Herb Sommerfeld

BRAD WRIGHT (Creator, Writer)

At Earth's Mightiest Fansite: Stargate Universe: Exclusive Interview with Brad Wright (Audio Interview)

At Chicago Now's Show Patrol (Chicago, IL): Brad Wright: Action-packed destiny for 'SGU 1.5'

At TV Junkie: TV Junkie: The Pitch - Creator/Writer/Producer Brad Wright for 'Stargate
Universe'

Stargate Universe - Show Patrol: Brad Wright: Action-packed destiny for 'SGU 1.5'

At Chicago Now's Show Patrol (Chicago, IL):

(Please follow the link to read the complete Show Patrol interview.)

Brad Wright: Action-packed destiny for 'SGU 1.5'

by Curt Wagner on 03.26.10



Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper

Brad Wright admits to mistakes in early episodes of "Stargate Universe," but he believes "SGU 1.5" will convince disillusioned fans to stick with the latest edition of the long-running franchise.

"I think the second half of Season 1 is strong, or stronger, and certainly answers some of the criticisms that have been thrown toward the show," Wright told me during a conversation around the time the "SGU 1.0" DVD set dropped.

I'm thinking critcs will change their minds about the show, which returns at 8 p.m. April 2 on Syfy. After viewing the first two episodes of "SGU 1.5," I have even more admiration for producers Wright, Robert C. Cooper and their entire crew in Vancouver. The episodes--"Space" and "Divided"--are action-packed yet keep the sinister, is-my-shipmate-my-enemy tone that the team established solidly in the first half of the season.

The new episodes expand the "Universe," which, as Wright explained, is only possible after the dramatic foundation that was built earlier in the season.

"Robert and I strongly felt that for us to say we're doing a character drama--at the very beginning especially--we have to engage with the characters and have them interact in a big, big way," Wright said. "And then once we know them very intimately--as we do now I think--we can put them in an action-adventure, jeopardy situation. When you know them as intimately as we do now, it's easier for you to care about the stakes, or the ramifications of what's going to happen."

Wright and I talked more about where the Destiny has gone and where it's going, but I also wanted to address the criticisms launched at the show. He was honest and candid in his answers, admitting that the female characters at the beginning "weren't as present," but said he never dismissed the concerns of fans...

Also at Show Patrol:

(Please follow the link for the complete article.)

Spoiler alert: Brad Wright talks 'Stargate Universe 1.5'

We've already seen plenty of aliens in the first part of "Stargate Universe" Season 1. Remember the sperm-looking thingies on the planet in "Time" and the swarm from "Air" and "Water"?

Brad Wright and crew have even more surprises in store when the show comes back at 8 p.m. April 2 on Syfy. If you haven't seen the MGM trailer above, or read anything on the Internet: Stop reading! Otherwise, enjoy this portion of my chat with Wright ...

Stargate Universe - Stargate Official Magazine: Robert C. Cooper Interview Issue #33

At MGM Stargate (for Stargate Official Magazine):

(Please follow the link for the complete interview excerpt and to view a behind-the-scenes photo of Brian J. Smith, Robert C. Cooper and (possibly) Andy Mikita aboard the Destiny.)

Robert Cooper Interview - Stargate Magazine #33

Stargate Magazine, Mar 10th, 2010

An interview with Robert Cooper as featured in issue #33 of The Official Stargate SG-1/Atlantis/SGU Magazine.



Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper (photo courtesy of GateWorld)

... Experience Applied

Stargate Universe is Cooper’s third outing with the Stargate franchise, having previously been one of the writers and directors, as well as executive producer, on Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis, and a co-creator alongside Brad Wright of Atlantis and Universe. Even with all that combined experience, though, getting this latest dramatically different installment of the franchise off the ground was just as difficult as launching any new TV series...

“Writing the first episode of anything is always a struggle because you’re trying very hard to come up with something that introduces your characters to the world,” explains Cooper. “It’s very easy, though, to get pilot-oriented and write something that is overly focused on the introduction. For us, what made the pilot work was its actual structure where we tell two stories that are inter-cut, one story being the present situation of the team appearing on the Destiny, and then the other story of how they got there, which is told in flashbacks. I think that helped propel us forward with regard to how we wrote the pilot..."

Read the full interview in issue 33 of The Official Stargate SG-1/Atlantis/SGU Magazine - on newsstands now!

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NEW episodes of Stargate Universe resume on Syfy on Friday, April 2, 2010 at 9pm, followed by the Merlin second season premiere (for the US).

Stargate - Stargate Official Magazine: Issue 33

At Titan Magazines:

(Please follow the link for the more information on this issue's content.)



Stargate Magazine Issue 33 - On Sale 23 February

News

The Official Stargate Magazine is now on a newsstand near you! The latest issue features a wealth of commentaries and conversations with the macho men of Stargate Universe, a new and exclusive Atlantis short story, and an interview with Universe Executive Producer Robert C. Cooper! Read on for all the details.

SANCTUARY FOR KIDS

Stargate alumnus Amanda Tapping has launched a non-profit charity initiative, Sanctuary for Kids, which aims to help homeless children around the world. Funds are raised primarily through online auctions or by donating money directly. For more information, or to donate, visit sanctuaryforkids.org.

Inside the latest issue:

FAITH & DEVOTION – BRIAN J. SMITH

“They dropped us [from] these Huey helicopters. You’re very much in character because you’re in uniform, carrying a gun, and being dropped way off in the desert.” – Brian J. Smith

In the latest issue of The Official Stargate Magazine, newcomer Brian J. Smith tells us about his personal journey that led him to playing Lt. Matthew Scott in Stargate Universe. He also gives us his thoughts and feelings about the episodes so far, being caught in the middle of a love triangle, and the “life-altering experience” of filming in New Mexico.

GUNG-HO MARINE – JAMIL WALKER SMITH

“On my first day we lit a C-4 bomb, ran around a corner, and blew some stuff up. It was pretty cool.” – Jamil Walker Smith

Jamil Walker Smith has come a long way since starring in a TV commercial with baseball great Deion Sanders, and as Master Sergeant Ronald Greer, he is set to face a new set of challenges aboard the Destiny. In this issue, Smith discusses his relationships with the other crew onboard the Destiny, the dynamic between him and fellow military man, Lt. Matthew Scott, and how he’s not taking anything for granted.

FOLLOW THE LEADER - BEAU BRIDGES

“Landry was a hard-ass in the beginning, but I also wanted him to have a sense of humor. That’s what I thought Richard Dean Anderson brought to the show.” – Beau Bridges

Hailing from an acting dynasty, Beau Bridges brought a touch of class to SG-1 as General Hank Landry in seasons nine and ten. In the latest issue of The Official Stargate Magazine, Landry reveals how he hit the history books in preparation for the role, what it felt like being a newcomer to a long-running series, and his feelings on being nominated for an Emmy!

Also, GateWorld has an excerpt from the Robert C. Cooper interview.

Stargate Universe - Canadian Screenwriter Mag - Wright/Cooper Interview Spring 2010

At the Writers Guild of Canada, and the Canadian Screenwriter Magazine for Spring 2010 (Vol. 12 No. 2):

On the cover - Robert C. Cooper and Brad Wright



Across the Stargate Universe

Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper on spinning off a film & TV franchise

So you want to be a franchise? Showrunners Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper talk about spinning off their new hit sci-fi series Stargate Universe.

by Matthew Hays


Purchase online or call Toronto, Canada at 416-979-7907 to order.

Stargate Universe - 'Time' & Robert C. Cooper nominated for Writers Guild of Canada Award

From the Writers Guild of Canada:

Working for Canadian Screenwriters: The Writers Guild of Canada represents 2,000 professional screenwriters working in film, television, radio and digital production.

The WGC Screenwriting Awards honours excellence in screenwriting and will celebrate the winning words of 2009 on April 19 at the 14th Annual WGC Screenwriting Awards held in Toronto.

This year, more than 148 scripts vied for the judges’ attentions. The entries have been narrowed to 43 finalist scripts across 11 categories, including screenwriting for feature film, episodic half-hour and one-hour, documentary film and more. In all, 76 screenwriters are up for awards. The winners will be announced at the 2010 WGC Screenwriting Awards on Monday, April 19, 2010, at Maro in Liberty Village, Toronto. Several special awards, including the WGC Showrunner Award, will also be handed out at the event.

Hosting the WGC Screenwriting Awards this year is the always-hilarious, Canadian Comedy Award-winning Debra DiGiovanni. The Awards will be written by Canadian Comedy Award-winning writers Steven and Daniel Shehori in collaboration with Ms. DiGiovanni.

[The nominees include:}

Episodic one hour



Stargate Universe "Time." Written by Robert C. Cooper

Flashpoint "One Wrong Move." Written by Mark Ellis & Stephanie Morgenstern & James Hurst

ZOS: Zone of Separation "Bred in the Bone." Written by John Krizanc

Cra$h & Burn "Trust." Written by Jackie May

Murdoch Mysteries "Mild Mild West." Written by Derek Schreyer

ZOS: Zone of Separation "Shallow Graves." Written by Jason Sherman


Radio Drama

Afghanada "Episode 65." Written by Alex Levine - [Alex was the script coordinator for SG1/SGA]

Afghanada "Episode 61." Written by Barbara Samuels

Stargate Universe - Pink Paper Magazine: Ming-Na Interview

At Pink Paper Magazine:

(Please follow the link for the complete interview.)



"My husband was super thrilled when he found out I was playing a lesbian"

Ming Na was Deb in ER and the voice of Mulan. Yes, Disney's Mulan. Now she's playing gay as Camille Wray in Stargate Universe.

Darren Scott
Pink Paper Magazine
12 January 2010

A brief excerpt:

Working on a show like Stargate Universe, how does it differ from something like ER?

Ming-Na: "Well I’ve been so impressed with Sci-Fi and MGM, with a station that’s a little bit smaller there is a great deal more support and a comfort that you get from the executives of MGM and Sci-Fi. They’re friendly, completely approachable, super-supportive. I mean, right now, MGM will be showing a 90 second trailer in movie theatres which is fantastic. It’s amazing support. It feels like a big family. That’s one aspect of it. Another aspect of it is that the whole Stargate franchise has been around for 15 years. They have Brad Wright and Robert Cooper and the crew and the writers have all been involved for many, many years. It’s just such a well-oiled machine and they’ve embraced all of us newbies with open arms and there’s a lot of comfort so I’m really thrilled about that. Most of the time you’re there biting your nails thinking ‘oh God, I hope they like it and god, I hope they enjoy it. I hope the numbers come in’, and so on. Of course, we want big numbers and I think at the same time they’re excited to see the show air in general."

Stargate - Stargate Official Magazine Issue #32 - Amanda Tapping /Jewel Staite Interviews

At Titan Magazines:



Photo courtesy of Comic Trek.Net. Please note the official cover photo below.



News

STARGATE MAGAZINE #32 OUT NOW!

There’s no need to cross the cosmos for the latest on the Stargate franchise – The Official Stargate Magazine is on a newsstand near you now! The latest issue features a wealth of commentaries and conversations with the lovely ladies of Stargate Universe, exclusive concept art, and an interview with executive producer Brad Wright. Read on for more information!


SHANKS ON SMALLVILLE!

Stargate SG-1 veteran Michael Shanks, known to fans of the show as Dr. Daniel Jackson, has been cast as superhero Carter Hall, AKA Hawkman, in the Smallville 2-hour TV Movie “Absolute Justice”, penned by comic book aficionado, Geoff Johns! The movie is due to air in the US February 5th, 2010!


Issue Spotlight

DESIGNING THEIR DESTINY

The latest issue of Stargate Magazine presents exclusive artwork from behind-the-scenes of the Destiny space station, including major set pieces and the Gate itself! Stargate Universe Visual Effects Supervisor Mark Savela and Production Designer James C.D. Robbins provide an exclusive commentary about the design of the new series.


Features

FLIGHTS OF FEMININE FANCY

“I’ve been excited about Universe since my first day here, and I think everyone feels the same. We’re all in this together and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes us.” – Elyse Levesque

The Official Stargate Magazine speaks to the women of Stargate Universe about their adventures through the Stargate and beyond. Alaina Huffman, Elyse Levesque, and Ming-Na, who play First Lieutenant Tamara Johansen, Chloe Armstrong and Camille Wray respectively, chat about what life aboard the Destiny is really like!


WRIGHT EXPLORES THE UNIVERSE

“Stargate evolved because it had to. Had it not, I doubt we’d have stayed on the air for 10 years. As the show grew, it developed its own mythology.” – Brad Wright

Executive Producer Brad Wright has been instrumental to the development of the Stargate TV mythology for the last decade. Having helped to reinvigorate the franchise with the latest instalment, Stargate Universe, we chat to Wright about casting the current crew of the Destiny and how the show has grown since the days of SG-1.


AMANDA TAPPING & JEWEL STAITE

As if exclusive interviews with the three women of Stargate Universe were not enough to whet your appetite, the latest issue of The Official Stargate Magazine also features the women of Stargate yesteryear. Amanda Tapping, Stargate SG-1’s first female character Samantha Carter, tells us what it was like playing in a boy’s world. Plus – from cavemen and kidnapping to Rodney and Ronon, Jewel Staite tells us, amongst other things, why her Atlantis character Dr. Jennifer Keller would always have chosen the geek.

PLUS...

ADVANCED TELEMETRY

The latest developments from the world of Stargate.

STARGAZING: ROBERT CARLYLE

Robert Carlyle, Stargate Universe’s Dr. Nicholas Rush, reveals his fascination with the character.


MAKING OF VEGAS

Robert C. Cooper, executive producer of Stargate Atlantis, on the risk of making the episode Vegas.


WIT AND WISDOM: SAMANTHA CARTER

The Official Stargate Magazine presents a smattering of sage-like advice from SG-1’s Samantha Carter.

STARGATE QUIZ: WOMEN OF STARGATE

Have you been paying attention? Test your knowledge on this issue’s theme.

MEMORABLE MOMENT

Search and Rescue from Stargate: Atlantis, where Teyla goes into labor!

Stargate Universe - SciFi Now & Death Ray Magazines

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SciFiNow #33 now on sale!



The New Galactica?
SGU
Cooper and Wright on BSG, Firefly and darker wormholes.

IN THIS MONTH'S AMAZING ISSUE:

- Smallville – Featuring exclusive news from season nine, interviews with new and returning cast members and plenty more info on the super series.

- Doctor Who – We chat to legendary Doc Tom Baker about what it's like to be a sci-fi legend.

- The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus – Behind the scenes on Terry Gilliam's fantasy epic.

- Interview: JK Simmons – We talk to the Spider-Man and Jennifer's Body star about his career.

- The greatest sci-fi film of all time is… – Don't miss the next phase of our ongoing forum experiment.

- Supernatural – This preview feature has everything you need to arm yourself for season five.


AND

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...We interview the sprawling cast of new Stargate spin-off Stargate Universe; and plonk none other than Terry Gilliam in the big chair for this issue's big Death Ray Interview.

Following that lot, we review Gilliam's own Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, District 9, Dorian Gray, G.I. Joe, Cold Souls, X-Men Origins: Wolverine and a million other films, DVDs, books, comics and games. It's the most comprehensive review section in science fiction, in the biggest SF magazine to stalk the planet!...