If you're familiar with Canadian science fiction you may have read some of Phyllis Gottlieb's work. She passed away on July 15 at age 83, leaving behind her husband and three children, as well as a legacy of poetry and science fiction that the science fiction and fantasy community pay homage to.
In mainstream media, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and National Post recognized her contributions to literature and the SciFi genre, as well as the fact that she helped lead the way for Canadian authors into the U.S. science fiction markets.
IO9 and SF Crows Nest paid tribute with brief obituaries of their own.
Best wishes to her loved ones for their loss.
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Monday, July 20, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Bruce Hopkins joins cast of Barrier
New Zealanders probably know that Bruce Hopkins has been acting professionally for almost 20 years. International fans of television shows like Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Xena: Warrior Princess, and Power Rangers have seen him in many roles through those years. Bruce also played the Rohirric warrior Gamling in Peter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings".
In 2003 I had the pleasure of interviewing Bruce Hopkins about Peter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings". Several of my friends have met Bruce at conventions and they really liked him.
In 2007 New Zealand writer Sheldon Whittaker contacted Xenite.Org about a science fiction television show he was putting together. The original site no longer exists but you can visit this archive of the Barrier TV site.
After learning about the production I decided to help support the project by creating a Barrier TV fan site to help promote the project. Although Sheldon did not acquire the backing he was originally looking for his team persevered and they have been working on developing a made-for-Internet movie based on the concept.
Sheldon posts news and information to the Barrier TV Blog for interested fans and to help build visibility for the project. In June, for example, Sheldon announced that Bruce Hopkins is joining the cast, taking on the role of Dante Lau.
There is also a Barrier teaser trailer on the blog to help you get an idea of what they are aiming for. There is also concept art, information about the producers, and credits for other crew members. The Xenite.Org Network will continue to support Sheldon and his team. We're looking forward to seeing the final production!
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In 2003 I had the pleasure of interviewing Bruce Hopkins about Peter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings". Several of my friends have met Bruce at conventions and they really liked him.
In 2007 New Zealand writer Sheldon Whittaker contacted Xenite.Org about a science fiction television show he was putting together. The original site no longer exists but you can visit this archive of the Barrier TV site.
After learning about the production I decided to help support the project by creating a Barrier TV fan site to help promote the project. Although Sheldon did not acquire the backing he was originally looking for his team persevered and they have been working on developing a made-for-Internet movie based on the concept.
Sheldon posts news and information to the Barrier TV Blog for interested fans and to help build visibility for the project. In June, for example, Sheldon announced that Bruce Hopkins is joining the cast, taking on the role of Dante Lau.
There is also a Barrier teaser trailer on the blog to help you get an idea of what they are aiming for. There is also concept art, information about the producers, and credits for other crew members. The Xenite.Org Network will continue to support Sheldon and his team. We're looking forward to seeing the final production!
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Saturday, July 18, 2009
Kevin Sorbo seeks donations to help kids program
Actor Kevin Sorbo is seeking help from fans and community for the charitable organization A World Fit For Kids.
Sorbo, best known as the star of hit television shows such as Hercules: The Legendary Journeys and Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda, has been a spokesperson and board member of A World Fit For Kids for twelve years.
The California state budget crisis has forced many charities to look for new resources, and A World Fit For Kids is one of those non-profit organizations that has been hard hit by the reduction in state and local government support.
In an open letter on Baby Couture Kevin Sorbo asks anyone who can to make $6 donations to A World Fit For Kids. Here is an excerpt:
Kevin Sorbo's fans are spreading the word about this urgent need. If you are in a position to help, please consider making a donation. I've done what I can by posting announcements here and here. I'll try to get some more out later this weekend.
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Sorbo, best known as the star of hit television shows such as Hercules: The Legendary Journeys and Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda, has been a spokesperson and board member of A World Fit For Kids for twelve years.
The California state budget crisis has forced many charities to look for new resources, and A World Fit For Kids is one of those non-profit organizations that has been hard hit by the reduction in state and local government support.
In an open letter on Baby Couture Kevin Sorbo asks anyone who can to make $6 donations to A World Fit For Kids. Here is an excerpt:
This is an urgent call to action… our kids and families desperately need your help. Delayed payments from state and local granting agencies pose immediate threats on our ability to serve the elementary through high school students who most need us, particularly this summer as thousands of youth have no safe place to go.
...
For a mere $6.00 a day you can provide 3 hours of programming for a child during the afternoon hours when kids are most vulnerable to gangs, drugs, violence and risky behaviors. Your donation will help provide the programming, equipment, snacks, and coach/mentors needed to serve 1,200 kids through July and August.
Kevin Sorbo's fans are spreading the word about this urgent need. If you are in a position to help, please consider making a donation. I've done what I can by posting announcements here and here. I'll try to get some more out later this weekend.
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Thursday, July 16, 2009
2009 Phoenix Film Festival seeking submissions
Keep an eye on our General Movies Forum at SF-Fandom.
A representative of the Phoenix Film Festival asked for permission to post the announcement below there and we've agreed.
If your organization wants help in promoting a film festival or other event of interest to science fiction and fantasy fans, do please contact the Xenite.Org Network Administrators and we'll consider your request. Make sure we can contact you if we have any questions (or answers to your own questions).
FROM THE PHOENIX FILM FOUNDATION
Arizona's Premier Genre Film Festival wants you! From the producers of the Phoenix Film Festival, the International Horror & Sci Fi Film Festival is now accepting Horror & Sci Fi Feature and Short submissions, as well as Screenplays and Student Shorts!
The International Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival is Arizona's largest genre Film Festival featuring competition and showcase films from both the Horror & Sci-Fi genres from all over the world. Or goal is to bring in the freshest new films and emerging talent within the Horror and Sci-Fi genres. A recent attending filmmaker commented, "The weekend was a pleasure to attend. Not one detail was left out. I was truly blown away. Other festivals should take notice, the IHSFF is smart & on the edge of independent filmmaking. All the filmmakers in attendance felt a true appreciation for their efforts".
So don't miss out, submissions are being accepted now through August 7! Go to www.horrorscifi.com and submit your film or screenplay today.
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A representative of the Phoenix Film Festival asked for permission to post the announcement below there and we've agreed.
If your organization wants help in promoting a film festival or other event of interest to science fiction and fantasy fans, do please contact the Xenite.Org Network Administrators and we'll consider your request. Make sure we can contact you if we have any questions (or answers to your own questions).
FROM THE PHOENIX FILM FOUNDATION
Arizona's Premier Genre Film Festival wants you! From the producers of the Phoenix Film Festival, the International Horror & Sci Fi Film Festival is now accepting Horror & Sci Fi Feature and Short submissions, as well as Screenplays and Student Shorts!
The International Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival is Arizona's largest genre Film Festival featuring competition and showcase films from both the Horror & Sci-Fi genres from all over the world. Or goal is to bring in the freshest new films and emerging talent within the Horror and Sci-Fi genres. A recent attending filmmaker commented, "The weekend was a pleasure to attend. Not one detail was left out. I was truly blown away. Other festivals should take notice, the IHSFF is smart & on the edge of independent filmmaking. All the filmmakers in attendance felt a true appreciation for their efforts".
So don't miss out, submissions are being accepted now through August 7! Go to www.horrorscifi.com and submit your film or screenplay today.
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Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince
I have written a review of Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince on the SF-Fandom Wordpress blog. And I have added a few more thoughts about Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince in our Harry Potter Forum.
So you have to ask, what else can I say that I haven't said already? Well, let's start with some video.
Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince trailer
Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince premier
And enough with the video.
Things to look for in the movie, if you want to play a little game of Detail Spotting:
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So you have to ask, what else can I say that I haven't said already? Well, let's start with some video.
And enough with the video.
Things to look for in the movie, if you want to play a little game of Detail Spotting:
- In how many scenes do they show Cho Chang (Katie Leung) in the background?
- What is up with Hermione when she leaves the Three Broomsticks? Are they implying she cannot hold her Butterbeer, or did she sample some of what Slughorn was drinking?
- How much of the Felix Felicis does Harry actually gulp down? The battle between Dumbledore's Army and the Death Eaters does not occur, but I got the impression that Harry did not drink the entire potion.
- I only saw one moving painting. How many do you see?
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