Archive for July, 2009

Abrams On Directing Star Trek XI

31st July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Being flexible and able to think quickly was necessary for J.J. Abrams when it came to bringing Star Trek XI from the script to the set.
As reported by Star Trek Magazine, first, a director has to be able to visualize what the movie will be. “When I’m writing something, I tend to see it specifically, [...]

Star Trek: The Exhibition Contest Winners Announced

30th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

A couple, who met several years ago at a Star Trek convention, will be married on the USS Enterprise Bridge inside Star Trek: The Exhibition after winning a contest offered by the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia.
As reported by The Examiner, Brad Siegel and Kate Erwin are the lucky couple who have won the wedding package [...]

Shatner Twits Palin (Again)

30th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

After reading Sarah Palin’s farewell speech to the beat of bongo drums on Monday night, William Shatner returned to The Tonight Show last night to take on Palin’s unique way of speaking yet again.
As reported by MTV, Palin’s Twitter site provided fodder for comedian Conan O’Brien, and he invited Shatner back for another “poetic reading” [...]

Star Trek XII: Hero Won’t Refuse The Call

30th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Fans worried that Star Trek XII might follow in the footsteps of Transformers 2, where the hero refuses the call to heroism, can rest easy according to Roberto Orci.
As reported by io9, although it’s common for a second movie to feature the hero wanting to escape from being heroic, that won’t be the case with [...]

Quinto: Star Trek XII Screenwriting Process Happening

29th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Another Star Trek XI actor confirms that Star Trek XII is in progress.
As reported by Newsarama, although the script isn’t finished for Star Trek XII, the process of screenwriting for the sequel is under way.
“It’s definitely happening,” said Zachary Quinto. “I know that Bob [Orci] and Alex [Kurtzman] and Damon [Lindelof] and J.J. [Abrams] have [...]

Transparent Aluminum Created

27th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Although not assisted by Chief Engineer Montgomery Scott, scientists have been able to create transparent aluminum.
As reported by Science Daily, a transparent form of aluminium was created by Oxford scientists by bombarding aluminium with the world’s most powerful soft x-ray laser.

Saldana Ready For Star Trek XII

27th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

When Zoe Saldana hits the gym, fans will know that Star Trek XII has started shooting.
As reported by MTV, Saldana spoke briefly about Star Trek XII while she was at Comic-Con over the weekend. Saldana admitted that she has been contacted by the producers regarding her schedule availability. “What are you doing in March?” she [...]

Star Trek XII And XIII – Arc?

26th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman may have one movie lead into the next when it comes to the sequels for Star Trek XI.
As reported by io9, a little information regarding the sequels to Star Trek XI came out at a Wrath of Con party at Comic-Con on Friday.

Jones And Johnson Talk Star Trek Comics

26th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

At the Comic-Con IDW panel, Tim Jones and Mike Johnson discussed their forthcoming comics such as Nero and the Star Trek XI adaptation comic as well as future comics including one based on a sequel to Star Trek XI and one set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation era.
As reported by TrekMovie.com, the [...]

Star Trek XI Blu-Ray/DVD Preview

25th July 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Fans waiting for the November 17th release of Star Trek XI on Blu-Ray or DVD can get a sneak peek at some of the features that will be offered.
As reported by the Star Trek XI movie site, the previews include movie clips, behind-the-scenes interviews and scenes of a holographic tour of the USS Enterprise.