Stargate SG-1 - GateWorld: Tapping discusses SG-1 movies

From GateWorld:

http://www.gateworld.net/news/2007/08/tapping_discusses_isg-1i_movies.shtml

(Please follow the link for the complete GateWorld article.)

Tapping discusses SG-1 movies

Thursday - August 9, 2007 | by Darren Sumner

The first two in what the studio hopes to be a series of direct-to-DVD Stargate SG-1 movies represent a big change from the week-to-week television series, actress Amanda Tapping told ComicsOnline.com in a recent interview. Tapping plays Lt. Colonel Samantha Carter in the films.

Stargate: The Ark of Truth and Stargate: Continuum were filmed in Vancouver this past spring, and will be released in 2008.

Tapping said that the movies -- which carried production budgets of $7 million each -- feel like major motion pictures. "The shooting is completely different," she said. "We are taking a lot longer to get the shots we want. The sets are bigger and the scopes are bigger. When you are sitting in an F-15, waiting to do these flying sequences and you have a whole battalion of Air Force pilots behind you, you realize this is just huge. When a nuclear submarine is coming up through the ice and your camera is on it, you realize 'THIS IS HUGE.'"

**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis: GateWorld: Watch the new Season Four preview!

From GateWorld:

http://www.gateworld.net/news/2007/08/watch_the_new_season_four_previe.shtml

(Please follow the link for the complete article at GateWorld.)

Watch the new Season Four preview!

Thursday - August 9, 2007 | by Darren Sumner


The latest teaser video for Stargate Atlantis Season Four premiered at Comic-Con last month, and fans around the world can now check it out at Yahoo! TV! It should go without saying: Beware of spoilers in the video, and below in this report.

http://tv.yahoo.com/stargate-atlantis/show/35558/videos/3559666

**snippage**

The fourth season of Stargate Atlantis premieres Friday, September 28 at 10 p.m. Eastern/Pacific on SCI FI Channel in the United States. Visit GateWorld's episode guide to learn more about what's to come!

http://www.gateworld.net/atlantis/s4/index.shtml

Stargate SG-1/Atlantis - Canada's SPACE Reveals Fall 2007 Premiere Dates

From CNW Group:

http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/August2007/09/c5483.html

SPACE Reveals Fall 2007 Premiere Dates

TORONTO, Aug. 9 /CNW/ - SPACE is pleased to reveal the premiere dates for its fall 2007 programming line-up. Newly announced are the highly anticipated Battlestar Galactica and Stargate SG-1 movies, and Destination Truth, a documentary series from the Sci Fi Channel in the U.S. which takes viewers across the globe in search of answers about some of the world's most notorious supernatural mysteries.

Continuing to be the home of sci-fi and fantasy in Canada, SPACE's new fall line-up has something for everyone, bringing back fan-favourite hits, fresh new shows and sci-fi classics. "SPACE is a great channel to program," says Ismé Bennie, Director of Programming and Acquisitions for SPACE. "Our loyal viewers have given us rating
successes which translate into a stable of returning hits: Battlestar Galactica, The 4400, Eureka and Stargate Atlantis, to name a few. I believe our new additions - Blood Ties and Kyle XY - will quickly become fan-favourites."

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Hoping for additional news items soon that will hopefully explain about the Stargate SG-1 movies.

Stargate SG-1 - Attn: UK Fans - Contest Season 10 & Stargate Infinity DVDs

From Dreamwatch:

http://www.dwscifi.com/articles/show/778?
category_id=26&type_id=5&producttype_id=&page=

Posted on Mon Aug 06

Win Stargate prizes!

Stargate SG-1 fans were sniffling into their tissues when Season 10 came to a close, for this marked the end of the long-running sci fi series. But with the ongoing adventures of Stargate Atlantis and two upcoming SG-1 TV movies there's still plenty for Stargate fans to look forward to.

Stargate SG-1 Season 10 Part 1 arrives on DVD on 13 August 2007, giving you another chance to see some of the final episodes. In addition, the animated adventures of Stargate Infinity are out on DVD on the same day.

We have copies of both releases to be won. Just take a look at the following question:

Which actor played Teal'c in Stargate SG-1?

Email your answer to dwscifi [at] titanemail.com by 17 August 2007.

Don't forget to include your name and address!

The small print

The competition closes on 17 August 2007. The competition is open to UK residents aged 16 or over (or with parent's/guardian's permission if under 16). Employees of the promoter, its agents or anyone professionally connected with the promotion, and their families, are excluded from entering this competition. Prizes will be awarded from all the correct entries through a random draw under independent supervision within seven days of the closing date. Winners will be notified by post within 28 days of the closing date. There is no cash alternative to any prize. The editor's decision is final and no discussion will be entered into. To request a list of winners please write to Simon Hugo, 144 Southwark Street, London SE1 OUP within 28
days of the closing date. Titan Magazines is the recognised promoter of this competition. Only one entry per person. No multiple, bulk or third party entries accepted.

Stargate Atlantis: SciFi Wire: McGillion Talks Atlantis Return

From SciFi Wire:

http://www.scifi.com/scifiwire/index.php?category=0&id=43135

(Please follow the link for the complete article.)

12:00 AM, 08-AUGUST-07

McGillion Talks Atlantis Return



Paul McGillion, who will be returning to Stargate Atlantis in the role of Dr. Carson Beckett for a two-episode arc during the upcoming fourth season, told SCI FI Wire that it feels great to be back on the show after nearly a year away. "Honestly, it feels like coming home," McGillion said in an interview on the phone from the set in Vancouver, B.C. "And everyone's been so terrific to me. The crew gave me a little round of applause when I came back on the set. And that was really sweet. That felt really nice. And everyone's been really gracious towards me and it's just been really nice. I love the character, and the chance to reprise Beckett is my pleasure."

**snippage**

The future of the character beyond the two episodes remains unclear, but McGillion is open to the possibility of coming back on a more permanent basis. "We'll see what happens," he said." I don't know what their plans are for the character or where I'm going to be, but it's always a pleasure to come back and work on the show, that's for sure. So I'm not ruling anything out."

In addition to McGillion’s return, Atlantis viewers can also look forward to guest appearances by Torri Higginson (Dr. Elizabeth Weir) and Stargate SG-1’s Christopher Judge (Teal’c) in the upcoming fourth season. Stargate: Atlantis will return on Sept. 28 in a new timeslot on Fridays at 10 p.m. PT/ET.

—Cindy White

Stargate SG-1/Atlantis/Sanctuary - Amanda Tapping Website Update

AT#From an Amanda Tapping website e-mail newsletter:

http://www.amandatapping.com



I have updated the Sanctuary section: webisodes 4, 5 & 6 now have their galleries (Gallery section) and the webisode guide has been updated as well. As usually, all the links are provided through the Updates section.

Have a wonderful day,
Kamil (the webmaster)


Latest News Articles:

AT3 - From the GABIT team

http://www.amandatapping.com/Scripts/AmandaSite/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=85

The GABIT team would like to thank everyone for their patience while we took some time off following our recent Events. We haven't been completely idle though and we are pleased to report that the dates for AT3 (Amanda Tapping a weekend with her fans, Reunion) have been announced on the GABIT website. Rest assured that there will be plenty of advanced notice of when registration will open for AT3 ticket sales so keep an eye on the website, forums and Yahoo groups for details.

We look forward to welcoming you in 2008!

Julia, Becky, Kay & John
G4

Stargate Atlantis: Paul McGillion returns to SGA

From NBC/Universal:

http://www.nbcumv.com/release_detail.nbc/scifi-20070808000000-paulmcgillionretur.html

PAUL MCGILLION RETURNS TO 'STARGATE ATLANTIS'

Published: August 8, 2007


Fan Favorite Returns for Two Episodes

Torri Higginson and Christopher Judge Also Guest Star in New Season


New York, NY – August 8, 2007 – Reports of Dr. Carson Beckett's untimely demise last season on SCI FI's Stargate Atlantis have been greatly exaggerated…or have they? Paul McGillion will reprise his role as everyone's favorite Scottish physician in a two-episode arc during the series' fourth season, which will premiere on Friday, September 28 at 10pm ET/PT.

It was the fan cry heard 'round the Pegasus galaxy when Dr. Beckett was unexpectedly killed in an explosion at the end of season 3. His return to Atlantis promises to be every bit as shocking.

In addition to McGillion's return, Atlantis viewers can also look forward to season 4 guest appearances by Torri Higginson ("Dr. Elizabeth Weir") and Stargate SG-1's Christopher Judge ("Teal'c").

Stargate Atlantis is executive produced by Brad Wright, Robert C. Cooper, Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie. The series is currently in production on its fourth original season in Vancouver, BC. with Mallozzi and Mullie sharing the reins as showrunners.

The Stargate legacy continues to burn bright on SCI FI with the fourth original season of Atlantis. Amanda Tapping, one of the most beloved stars in the Stargate universe, travels to the Pegasus galaxy to join the Atlantis cast by reprising her role as television's most adored astrophysicist, Colonel Samantha Carter. Firefly's Jewel Staite also joins the cast this season as "Dr. Jennifer Keller." Taking the torch from SG-1 as television's most thrilling adventure series, Atlantis, promises to up the ante this season by introducing a powerful new race, welcoming new cast members and mourning the loss of some beloved friends.

Stargate Atlantis: Adventures in SciFi Publishing: Interviews with Flanigan/Hewlett & More

From Adventures in SciFi Publishing:

http://adventuresinscifipublishing.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, August 07, 2007

AISFP 29 - Last Comic-Con Special: Stargate Atlantis Interviews

The wait is over. In this episode we present our interviews with Stargate Atlantis stars Joseph Mallozzi, Jewel Staite, David Hewlett, and Joe Flanigan.

Direct Download

LINK CORRECTED

http://media.libsyn.com/media/scifipublishing/AISFP_029_082007.mp3

iTunes users, click on the iTunes icon in the left navigation menu [at the site].
Show Notes:

- Sam and I geek out over Comic-Con. What a Con it was! I met my favorite actors, ran into Ben Browder, and chatted in the hallway with Carrie Vaughn. Sam shared an elevator with Chief Tyrol from BSG, sipped cocktails with Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca), and sat next to Neil Gaiman in a restaurant. Only at Comic-Con.

- Promo for The Silk Code

- Interviews with Joseph Mallozzi, Jewel Staite, David Hewlett, and Joe Flanigan. Pictures at:

http://adventuresinscifipublishing.blogspot.com/2007/07/comic-con-pictures.html

- Bumper featuring Robert J. Sawyer.

- Sam and I wrap things up. Another big thanks to the kind Stargate folks for the great interviews! Sam and I will be at Conjecture in September speaking about podcasting. Come say hi.

- See you next week with Jacqueline Carey!

- Comic-Con pictures coming soon.

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: Gero to Infinity - Audio Interview

From GateWorld:

http://www.gateworld.net/interviews/gero_to_infinity.shtml


(Please follow the link to listen to the audio interview or to read the transcript at GateWorld.)

To everything there is a season. And to every season there is change. Season Three of Stargate Atlantis was no exception. Some changes we enjoyed. Some we didn't. But all in all, it was to make us believe Atlantis is a living, breathing organism -- a creature continuing to grow -- while dealing with creative decisions and the unexpected road blocks of life.

In our latest interview with Martin Gero, the writer/producer for the series discusses some of the latest changes, both in cast and crew. He expresses his feelings toward the departure of Brad and Rob from the day-to-day operations of Atlantis, and to the changes in the cast of the series itself. This article includes complete spoilers for Season Four!

GateWorld's interview with Martin is available in MP3 audio format for easy listening, and runs 38 minutes. It is also transcribed [at the site]. You can also download the interview to your MP3 player and take GateWorld with you!

A brief excerpt:

**snippage**

GW: How did you to come to the conclusion that leaving Lantia was the best course of growth for the show? Add a level of adventure to it or a level of insecurity? Because we've had this planet for so long and now we're going to take off from it.

MG: I personally had a problem with -- everyone in that galaxy knows where Atlantis is. Everyone. So if the only thing that comes out of this is we're on a different planet that people can't go to ... We did the whole "invisible city" thing for a while. That was incredibly effective. But word got out again. Word will get out again, too, this time.

The season finales need to be cool. We've been on this planet for three years. We knew that thing was a space ship for three years. We saw it take off in the opening moments of the pilot. We kind of cheated with "Progeny" in getting the city into space. I thought, knowing the potential changes that we were going to make in the fourth season, I thought there would be a sense of roundness to it if we were to sink the city again and then have it take off. It's all just cool stuff. At the end of the day this is going to be a really awesome thing to do.

**snippage**

Stargate SG-1/Atlantis/Sanctuary: Digital Video Magazine - Martin Wood Interview

From Digital Video Magazine:

http://www.dv.com/features/features_item.php?articleId=196603331




(Please follow the link for the complete interview. There are photos at the site.)

Close-ups: Shooting in the Sanctuary

Digital workflow rules CG-heavy online series.

By Terence Keegan


After spending the last decade producing and directing TV’s sci-fi cult hit Stargate, Martin Wood is no stranger to virtual worlds.

So when Stargate collaborator Damian Kindler came to Wood last year with a new script—in which an ass-kicking mother-daughter team chases a bald-headed bad guy through a world rife with mutant creatures, labyrinthine underground hideouts and time-travel portals—the director immediately saw a videogame look and feel for the project.

Add to the mix Vancouver, B.C.-based Stage 3 Media, a new media design firm, along with a few visionary production partners, and Sanctuary was destined to become the biggest-budget direct-to-Web series to date.

Wood notes that a traditional live-action production could have burned through the series’ multi-million dollar budget in the blink of an eye. “To make Sanctuary look as big as it needed to, we couldn’t do it traditionally, [building] massive sets and [shooting on] locations. You can blow $100,000 on constructing a set, and people would never know.” Instead, Sanctuary would integrate real actors into a virtual world, somewhat in the style of a 300 or Sin City. Stage 3 completed some two hours of HD sequences featuring monstrous CG beings, period settings, and a cavernous virtual church for $4.5 million CDN (about US$4.3 million).

**snippage**

Stargate SG-1/Atlantis/Sanctuary: Martin Wood Audio Interivew

From Radio Nostalgia Network:

http://channel5.radiomemories.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=242550

Mon, 6 August 2007

Martin Wood

Talented producer-director who is well known for his work on Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis. He now brings those talents to work on Sanctuary, the first supernatural web series. We chat about the show's concept what's been seen so far, and what's coming up too. Some spoilers if you have never seen the series before. Martin has also directed for series like Jeremiah, Earth Final Confict and Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda. Special thanks to Tracy of Liaison Public Relations. Music is by Victor Stellar. Visit the official Sanctuary site.

http://www.sanctuaryforall.com/

Download podcast here:

http://channel5.radiomemories.libsyn.com/media/scifitalk/MartinWood1.mp3

Sanctuary: Webisode 7 Preview Now Available

From Sanctuary Fans:

http://www.sanctuaryfans.com

The preview for Webisode 7 of Sanctuary is now available!

Check it out here:

http://www.sanctuaryfans.com/site/index.php?
option=com_content&task=view&id=360&Itemid=122

Stargate SG-1 - SciFi Channel's Viewers Choice Marathon Poll - Aug 2 - 23

From the SciFi Channel's Stargate SG-1 site:

http://www.scifi.com/stargate/marathonpoll/



VIEWER'S CHOICE POLL

Cast your votes now for your six favorite episodes of Stargate SG-1. The episodes that receive the most votes from our users will be aired in our Stargate SG-1 Viewer's Choice Marathon, on Friday, August 31!

Select your top six (or fewer) episodes from the list below by checking the box next to the title. To read a synopsis of an episode, click its title. When you've selected your episodes, click the submit button at the bottom of the page.

The poll opens Thursday, August 2, and runs through Thursday, August 23, at 12:01 a.m. Vote now, and tune in on Friday, August 31, to see if any of your favorites made the cut!

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All TEN seasons of SG1 are available for the poll.

Stargate Atlantis: GateWorld: New Season Four episode titles revealed

From GateWorld:

http://www.gateworld.net/news/2007/08/new_season_four_episode_titles_r.shtml

(Please follow the link to read the complete article at GateWorld.)

New Season Four episode titles revealed

Friday - August 3, 2007 | by Darren Sumner


The Stargate Atlantis production team has finally nailed down the rest of the season after returning from the show's hiatus, executive producer Joseph Mallozzi told fans on his blog this week.

"The last story slot has finally been filled. We spent most of yesterday spinning, then breaking 'Harmony' which I am really, really, REALLY looking forward to," Mallozzi wrote. "Alas, I won't be writing it as Marty G. [Martin Gero] will be assuming said duties, but I have no doubt he'll do a brilliant job AND have a lot of fun with it."

**snippage**

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The GateWorld Stargate Atlantis Season Four Episode Guide

(NOTE: Season four premieres Friday, Sept. 28 at a new time - 10pm -- on the SciFi Channel (US).

http://www.gateworld.net/atlantis/s4/index.shtml

Stargate SG-1 - MGM Stargate: Take Home the Gate Sweepstakes

From the MGM Stargate site:

http://www.mgmstore.com/mgmsweeps/stargate-sweeps-gate.html?
referral_id=MGMSGSWEEPS



MGMStore.com welcomes all eligible Humans, Jaffa, Tokra and Ancients alike, to our authorized offworld Stargate "Take Home the Gate" Sweepstakes. Enter now through August 17th, 2007 for your chance to win a limited edition Stargate SG-1 10th Anniversary Watch from the official MGM Store.


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A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C. who are 18 years of age or older, with Internet access. Limit one entry per person and/or email address.
See OFFICIAL RULES for complete details.

http://www.mgmstore.com/kernel/file_uploads/mgm_gate0707_sweeps_rules.
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Total ARV of all prizes: $299. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Sponsors: New Line Cinema, 888 7th Avenue, New York, New York 10106, and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., 10250 Constellation Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90067-6241.

Stargate SG-1 - TV Shows on DVD: The Xtras on Complete DVD Set

From TV Shows on DVD:

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=7773

(Please follow the link for the complete update at TV Shows on DVD.)

A few examples of the extras on the Stargate SG-1 - The Complete Series DVD package, due to be released on October 9th:

Promos for upcoming (2008) Stargate SG-1 reunion features:

Ark of Truth
Continuum

Stargate SG-1: The Lowdown (SG-1 Season 7)

From Stargate to Atlantis: The Lowdown (SG-1 Season 8 & Atlantis Season 1)

Behind the Stargate: Secrets Revealed (SG-1 Season 8 & Atlantis Season 1)

Stargate SG-1: The 100th Episode

Sci Fi Inside: Stargate SG-1's 200th Episode (SG-1 Season 10)

Behind the Mythology of Stargate SG-1 (SG-1 Seasons 1-10)

Stargate SG-1: True Science

Stargate Atlantis - Joseph Mallozzi's Blog Update Aug 2

From Joseph Mallozzi's blog update for August 2, 2007:

http://josephmallozzi.blogspot.com/2007/08/august-2-2007.html

(Photos at the site from Comic-Con and at Bridge Studios. Please follow the link for the complete blog update.)

Thursday, August 2, 2007

August 2, 2007

The last story slot has finally been filled. We spent most of yesterday spinning, then breaking Harmony which I am really, really, REALLY looking forward to. Alas, I won't be writing it as Marty G. will be assuming said duties, but I have no doubt he'll do a brilliant job AND have a lot of fun with it.

**snippage**

Watched the Day 2 Mix of Travelers yesterday. Great episode (Hey, Sheppard bruised and bloodied - what's not to like?), and tremendous work on the part of Joel Goldsmith who produced a terrific score. To all of you Sam fans dying for a hint of what's going on with Carter's love life, you'll have to wait until Trio for a
not-so-subtle tip-off. Let the gang at SDJ begin their predictable hysterics… NOW! The director's cut of Miller's Crossing came in a little long which will probably mean a scene or two not making the cut - but hopefully finding their way onto a future Deleted Footage Special Feature. By the way, guest star Steven Culp is terrific in this one. Finally, we will get around to breaking that Sheppard on Earth story next week along with what we hope will be the season finale.

**snippage**

Mailbag -

Anonymous #1 writes: "Is Teyla's pregnancy a season long thing, or will she be back to her wraith-kicking self before the end of season 4?"

Answer: Since Rachel will be pregnant throughout the shooting of season four, the Teyla character will also be pregnant through most of the season.


Miles writes: "Any chance we'll ever see Colin Cunningham make an appearance on Atlantis?"

Answer: No plans to see Colin in Atlantis for now.

Jason writes: "Do we still find out where Lorne is from in the Kindred I?"

Answer: Yup.

Stargate SG-1/Atlantis - Amanda Tapping Nominated Canadian Comedy Awards

From The Vanouver Sun (Vancouver, Canada):

http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/westcoastlife/story.html?
id=d348a9e4-638e-4e2e-a5f9-b9e691e41fd7



Local filmmaker John Bolton has plenty of reasons to smile. His short film Breakdown was recently nominated for four Canadian Comedy Awards - - best director, best writer, best actress (Amanda Tapping, Stargate SG1) and best actor (Winston Reker, Neon Rider). It will be shown at the outdoor Harmony Arts Festival in John Lawson Park in North Vancouver at 9:15 p.m. Aug. 11.

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Canadian Comedy Awards site:

http://www.canadiancomedyawards.ca/

Stargate Atlantis - Season Four Airs at 10pm

From the SciFi Channel's schedulebot:

http://www.scifi.com/schedulebot/index.php3

The preliminary September '07 schedule is available (and as always, subject to change[s]...)

No episode titles available yet, but the highlights are:

Stargation Atlantis Season 4 premiere

09/28/2007 10:00P Stargate Atlantis (Season 4) (NOTE: NEW time for SGA)
09/28/2007 12:00A Stargate Atlantis (Season 4)


MARATHONS

STARGATE SG-1

09/11/2007 08:00A Daytime Rotation - Stargate SG-1


STARGATE ATLANTIS

09/28/2007 08:00A Daytime Rotation - Stargate Atlantis

REPEATS OF SG1 EPISODES

Continue with the 6pm rotation M-F, and an xtra slot at 7pm on Fridays.

Also, the SciFi Channel SciFi Friday line up appears to be (beginning Sept. 28):

06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 (previous season repeat)
07:00 PM BIONIC WOMAN (repurposed from NBC)
08:00 PM DOCTOR WHO (SEASON 3)
09:00 PM FLASH GORDON (series premiere is Aug. 10)
10:00 PM STARGATE ATLANTIS (SEASON 4) (season 4 premiere at a LATER time)
11:00 PM FLASH GORDON (repeat)
12:00 AM STARGATE ATLANTIS (SEASON 4) (repeat)
01:00 AM DOCTOR WHO (SEASON 3) (repeat)
02:00 AM BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (previous season repeat )

Stargate Atlantis: Joseph Mallozzi's Blog Update July 31

From Joseph Mallozzi's blog update for July 31, 2007:

http://josephmallozzi.blogspot.com/2007/07/july-31-2007.html

(Please follow the link for the complete update and for more photos from San Diego Comic Con 2007.)

**snippage**

By the way, we watched Marty G.’s producer cut of Be All My Sins Remember’d today. Another great episode. Can’t say enough about the convening of the war council scene. Oh, and in dailies today = the wee turtles!

**snippage**