Archive for November, 2009

Star Trek: Online Box Art And Contest

19th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

The box art for the Star Trek: Online MMORPG has been released and a new Twitter contest for creative fans has begun.
Atari and Star Trek: Online have announced a Twitter contest where they will be giving away one copy of the Star Trek XI DVD every day through November 22.

Lindelof Trek Sequel Tease

19th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

It must be difficult to answer the same questions without being able to give out solid information, but for Star Trek XI Producer Damon Lindelof, having a sense of humor helps.
Sometimes, the questions asked must make one scratch one’s head. When asked what the opening sequence of Star Trek XII would be, Lindelof laughed and [...]

Abrams: More Sequel Talk

19th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

J.J. Abrams spoke about the sequel to Star Trek XI at the DVD/Blu-ray launch party several days ago, answering questions about his availability for the movie as well as questions regarding whether a familiar Star Trek villain would be part of the story.
One of the things Abrams would like for the sequel is to have [...]

Star Trek News Of The Weird

18th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

When Ultralingua needed someone to create applications for a Klingon dictionary, they turned to linguist d’Armond Speers, who came with interesting credentials, he had taught his own son Klingonese from an early age.
Some parents who love Star Trek plop their toddler in front of the television and pop in Star Trek DVDs hoping to make [...]

Ears To Leonard Nimoy

18th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

The actor best-known for his role of Spock talks about his Vulcan pointed-ears and how and why they’ve changed over time.
One of the behind-the-scenes features on the new Star Trek XI DVD and Blu-ray sets released this week features Leonard Nimoy being fitted for and talking about his famous Vulcan ears.

Star Trek Home Theater Sweepstakes

18th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

The Star Trek Ultimate Home Theater Giveaway will put you in command of your living room or den.
Gamespot announced their Star Trek Ultimate Home Theater Giveaway, where one lucky grand prize winner can win “the ultimate at-home Star Trek experience.”

Orci On Khan, Shatner And Fans

18th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

With Star Trek XI done and out on DVD, fans are eager to know what will come next in J.J. Abrams‘ Star Trek universe.
Roberto Orci spoke about Star Trek XII, including his take on the possibility of appearances by Khan and/or William Shatner.

Video: Burtt Receives Charles S. Swartz Award From Abrams

18th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

At a ceremony in Los Angeles last week, Ben Burtt, legendary Star Trek and Star Wars sound designer, received the Charles S. Swartz Award from the Hollywood Post Alliance, which honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the field of post production. J.J. Abrams presented the award to Mr. Burtt.
Burtt’s film production career spanned [...]

Abrams: Star Trek And Klingons

17th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

J.J. Abrams appeared on G4’s Attack of the Show and spoke about Star Trek XI as well as the proposed sequel.
Chatting with G4’s Alison Haislip, Abrams spoke about the success of the movie and how he felt about it. “I’m very happy that fans of Star Trek and people who weren’t fans before seemed to [...]

Tahir: It Was A Good Ten Minutes

17th November 2009 by T'Bonz Comments Off

Dying in J.J. Abrams‘ films appears to be a regular occurrence for Faran Tahir.
Tahir (Captain Robau) was a big Star Trek fan so he was delighted to land a role in Star Trek XI. “I grew up with Star Trek, so to get to do anything in it was fun for me,” he explained. “You [...]