Battlestar Galactica to the Big Screen? - Page 30

oldwardaggit · December 30th, 2009, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by monolith21

You had to go and bring up the height thing didn't you! I knew it. You're being taller than me on purpose.

As for the writer, I hope Singer sticks with David Hayter. After seeing Watchmen, that man absolutely knows how to be true to source material. Regardless of whether one liked Watchmen or not, he was pretty dead on. He even made the few changes made in the adaptation feel very in universe.

Singer usually goes to Hayter for his films. I think that unless the studio insists otherwise, he'll be the one to write it. I am all for it!

So the news title can read something like this.

From lovers to haters to Hayter, the history of Battlestar Galactica.

Or something like that

I haven't been here in quite some time and some here probably don't even know who the %^&* I am.

but when is this thing ever going to happen?

OWD

BST · December 30th, 2009, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by oldwardaggit

So the news title can read something like this.

From lovers to haters to Hayter, the history of Battlestar Galactica.

Or something like that

I haven't been here in quite some time and some here probably don't even know who the %^&* I am.

but when is this thing ever going to happen?

OWD

.... And then, there are some of us who DO know who you are....

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, my friend!!

KJ · December 30th, 2009, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by oldwardaggit

So the news title can read something like this.

From lovers to haters to Hayter, the history of Battlestar Galactica.

Or something like that

I haven't been here in quite some time and some here probably don't even know who the %^&* I am.

but when is this thing ever going to happen?

OWD

Oh i 'KNOW' who you are...., see my signature!

Have a very 'Happy New Year' OWD!

KJ

Watch-Ryder · December 31st, 2009, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by monolith21

You had to go and bring up the height thing didn't you! I knew it. You're being taller than me on purpose.

As for the writer, I hope Singer sticks with David Hayter. After seeing Watchmen, that man absolutely knows how to be true to source material. Regardless of whether one liked Watchmen or not, he was pretty dead on. He even made the few changes made in the adaptation feel very in universe.

Singer usually goes to Hayter for his films. I think that unless the studio insists otherwise, he'll be the one to write it. I am all for it!

Yeah, I have high hopes for the new BSG film. A 're-imagining' just doesn't cut it for me. It's got to be a continuation or a re-make.

Fingers crossed

monolith21 · January 1st, 2010, 03:20 AM

Here's to hoping 2010 brings us good news!

Reaper · January 1st, 2010, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by monolith21

Here's to hoping 2010 brings us good news!

HERE HERE!!!

oldwardaggit · January 2nd, 2010, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by BST

.... And then, there are some of us who DO know who you are....

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, my friend!!

Right back at ya

OWD

oldwardaggit · January 2nd, 2010, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by KJ

Oh i 'KNOW' who you are...., see my signature!

Have a very 'Happy New Year' OWD!

KJ

And right back at you to

OWD

spiderr987 · January 15th, 2010, 02:44 AM

...well, it looks like I'm gonna be posting here a lot more, than I have been in the past.

Just for the record, what can be done to make sure FLEETS is the board, that is the mainstay for discussion, news, etc, concerning the TOS film, as we approach it's release into theatres. The official board for the imposter show is very undeserving of the traffic, attention, hits, etc, but that's all I'll say abou that. We can definitely expect a barrage of negative campaigning, against the film, as it's already begun. ...would love to keep that element out of our fandom. Any thoughts?

p.s. Again, this is not a prompt to bring up and bash that other show, but I just want to make sure this board is rewarded the right to be homebase for operations for several reasons. I know there are members/admins on this board, that are insiders in the TOS world. Maybe you guys could provide exclusive interviews, info, etc.

Watch-Ryder · January 18th, 2010, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by spiderr987

...well, it looks like I'm gonna be posting here a lot more, than I have been in the past.

Just for the record, what can be done to make sure FLEETS is the board, that is the mainstay for discussion, news, etc, concerning the TOS film, as we approach it's release into theatres. The official board for the imposter show is very undeserving of the traffic, attention, hits, etc, but that's all I'll say abou that. We can definitely expect a barrage of negative campaigning, against the film, as it's already begun. ...would love to keep that element out of our fandom. Any thoughts?

p.s. Again, this is not a prompt to bring up and bash that other show, but I just want to make sure this board is rewarded the right to be homebase for operations for several reasons. I know there are members/admins on this board, that are insiders in the TOS world. Maybe you guys could provide exclusive interviews, info, etc.

I can see about putting some links to this forum on my BSG TOS squidoo page for a start

spiderr987 · January 19th, 2010, 12:08 AM

That would be great. We want to make sure the only forums and entities that have been truly loyal to TOS are the ones that benefit from any success from the Larson/DeSanto film.

monolith21 · January 19th, 2010, 01:51 AM

I'm still holding my breath waiting to hear news the DeSanto is actually involved. So far its just Singer and Larson (to some extent). He really does need to be in on this!

spiderr987 · January 19th, 2010, 01:58 AM

That would be awesome! ...and, I don't want anyone from the imposter show involved in the film in any way, shape or form.

Watch-Ryder · January 19th, 2010, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by spiderr987

That would be great. We want to make sure the only forums and entities that have been truly loyal to TOS are the ones that benefit from any success from the Larson/DeSanto film.

Ok, just added the link here!

http://www.squidoo.com/battlestargalactica1978

spiderr987 · January 19th, 2010, 12:34 PM

That's a nice-looking page!

Kronus · January 20th, 2010, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by spiderr987

...well, it looks like I'm gonna be posting here a lot more, than I have been in the past.

Just for the record, what can be done to make sure FLEETS is the board, that is the mainstay for discussion, news, etc, concerning the TOS film, as we approach it's release into theatres. The official board for the imposter show is very undeserving of the traffic, attention, hits, etc, but that's all I'll say abou that. We can definitely expect a barrage of negative campaigning, against the film, as it's already begun. ...would love to keep that element out of our fandom. Any thoughts?

Well my friend you did go a bit "thick" over there...it was funny what you did...but a bit too thick even for them, well with one exception that you were not one of the "elite". But we can continue this discussion offline.

This site should get full credit for being there from the beginning for a TOS BSG showing of any kind whether it be a movie or series. I'll be sure to make a signature block in all my profiles on all of the sites I use my Kronus ID...what the heck, I'll just add it to all of my profiles on ALL forums I am on.

monolith21 · January 20th, 2010, 09:56 PM

Those boards will always be a nightmare. Its true, when people come looking for news on the new film it would be nice if they came to a friendly environment like this place. I don't think that will escape Singer and his crew.

At the end of the day, the haters are a small group of people. I think its important that we represent "our" side lest things seem unbalanced, but at the same time we need to keep in mind that we're not going to change their mind.

There are a nay sayers...but as the saying goes "there are those who believe".

I take it you're still fighting the good fight over there Spiderr. Keep the faith man, and remember not to slug it out on their level. Get to higher ground! lol

Watch-Ryder · January 21st, 2010, 03:35 AM

I've started a thread over on an Irish Thread and I'm taking some flak.

I'm handling them but the trouble is the age group we have that's seen and 'into' the newer BSG 2004 is active and tends to be anti TOS

BST · January 21st, 2010, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by monolith21

Those boards will always be a nightmare. Its true, when people come looking for news on the new film it would be nice if they came to a friendly environment like this place. I don't think that will escape Singer and his crew.

At the end of the day, the haters are a small group of people. I think its important that we represent "our" side lest things seem unbalanced, but at the same time we need to keep in mind that we're not going to change their mind.

There are a nay sayers...but as the saying goes "there are those who believe".

I take it you're still fighting the good fight over there Spiderr. Keep the faith man, and remember not to slug it out on their level. Get to higher ground! lol

Speaking on behalf of Fleets, I really do appreciate how much affection that you folks have for the place. Fleets is special because of folks like you, who simply want to share their love for Galactica and other areas of interest like artwork, costuming, fan fiction, collectibles, etc. For me, it's been a refuge from the nastiness of real life and has given me the priceless opportunity to connect with so many folks from so many different backgrounds and parts of the world.

Regarding the haters, don't even give them a second thought. This staff has seen it all from the "haters" crowd and, quite frankly, the "haters" will NEVER disrupt this site's peacefulness. Now, with the "haters" remark, I want to make one thing perfectly clear -- the "haters" are the spiteful, mean-spirited, thoughtless troublemakers who want to do nothing except cause unrest amongst folks. They should NOT be confused with folks who enjoyed Moore's show. Those folks simply liked a show that some here did not and a tv show would never be something that I would sacrifice a friendship over.

monolith21 · January 21st, 2010, 07:55 PM

Well said! It became apparent to me on Galacticruise that the haters I was constantly exposed to in no way represented all the fans of that show. I should have known better.

Don't get me wrong, I think the haters should be called out on their junk when out and about. Wouldn't want their poison to spread. However, its about keeping things open and not necessarily fighting. I'd rather win over one of the open minded ones than go head to head in a...well forum argument.

I think those of us at this site are at our best when we're being creative and supportive of our interests.

Good stuff BST! Thanks for all you do.

BST · January 22nd, 2010, 07:01 AM

Thanks for the kind words, monolith....

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Originally Posted by monolith21

Don't get me wrong, I think the haters should be called out on their junk when out and about. Wouldn't want their poison to spread.

Most often, though, it's best just to ignore them. A troll will starve when not fed.

monolith21 · January 23rd, 2010, 01:55 AM

Good point!

Kronus · January 24th, 2010, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by monolith21

Don't get me wrong, I think the haters should be called out on their junk when out and about. Wouldn't want their poison to spread. However, its about keeping things open and not necessarily fighting. I'd rather win over one of the open minded ones than go head to head in a...well forum argument.

Well you know how I can get in person, LOL! I am tactful and polite and VERY strong in playing nice or I'll call you on it. Fighting does nothing but stir up strife and when that happens nothing gets accomplished.

So did you guys hear this:

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(Posted by our buddy bishop37 on Skiffy)
VARIETY: Universal Pictures has upped Scott Bernstein to exec VP of production.

Best known for his work with genre material like "Hellboy II: The Golden Army," Bernstein has also been involved with many of the studio's hit comedies, including "The Break-Up" and "Role Models." He is currently shepherding "Your Highness" and the prequel to John Carpenter's "The Thing." Bernstein is also developing Dark Horse's graphic novel "The Umbrella Academy" and the bigscreen adaptation of "Battlestar Galactica."

He'll report to U prexy of production Debbie Liebling.

Scott has a real sense of what's next in pop culture, which informs his work on comedies and genre films," said U co-chair Donna Langley. "He's been a great asset to the studio."

Before joining U in 2007 as a senior VP of production, Bernstein worked as a production exec at Revolution Studios, Lionsgate and Ignite Films. He also did stints at Mostow/Lieberman Prods. and the Draizin Co.

Bernstein began his film career at Jon Peters Entertainment as a story editor-production exec.

KJ · January 24th, 2010, 11:16 PM

I'm hopeful news like that, even way before any official announcements or early during pre-production before it begins its phase. That talented concept artists are assigned to go over the early script drafts (screenplays) and whatnot from Singer's team to flesh out even the most remote ideas and theories and illustrate/paint them in the planning stages way ahead, of making the actual movie. Although Bryan Singer usually has the excellent Guy Dyas and Ben Procter with him for his movies, just in case i pray he also get a hold of a few others who have recently done sci-fi/fantasy flicks like Ryan Church to name but one and few others.

http://www.ryanchurch.com/index.htm

http://www.stevejung.net/index.htm

http://www.benprocter.com/SITEv2/HTML/HOME.html

And i'd love to see Josh Nizzi do a updated Cylon design (Please check out his portfolio!!!) it would be sweet, baby!

http://www.joshnizzi.com/

These guys recently did the Transformers sequel, crap film (due to Bay and the writers) but fantastic design work (been gathering the jpeg artworks of that movie) throughout, so i wish that several of these artists along with any other who are talented enough ('Doug Chiang' is another) become apart of the production, once it gets going of course.

Like i've said though. Hope they place becomes the "hotbed" for BG motion picture movie news once the official announcement comes in and the studio communicates with the fans and audience on here, and put some REAL funding into running ColonialFleets big time (going commercial etc?) when things take off finally.

Till then, i'll get on with my life and not wait around. When it truly does happen, i'll be back simple as.

KJ

monolith21 · January 25th, 2010, 02:19 PM

Sounds like they are putting their big guns behind this! Its about time!

BST · January 25th, 2010, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by KJ

"These guys recently did the Transformers sequel, crap film (due to Bay and the writers) ..."

What was wrong with Transformers II? The Transformers comics and toys hit the markets during my post-school age days and I wasn't a big follower but, when the movies came out, based on the production crew and the good reviews here and elsewhere, I gave them a shot and was very pleasantly surprised. So, all that I really know about them are the movies.

monolith21 · January 25th, 2010, 08:43 PM

The second film tried to cram a lot in but I liked it overall. I do think the first movie was better. The two "jive" autobots were a bit much in the second one.

KJ · January 27th, 2010, 05:47 PM

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What was wrong with Transformers II? The Transformers comics and toys hit the markets during my post-school age days and I wasn't a big follower but, when the movies came out, based on the production crew and the good reviews here and elsewhere, I gave them a shot and was very pleasantly surprised. So, all that I really know about them are the movies.

Take it from a G-1 fan who did grow up watching the original animated series. Its adaptation could've been a hell of alot better and superior to what Michael Bay eventually put out. Monolith21 had it right about TF2, believe me. If bay did and got a hold of doing the BG movie and put 'Humping Robots', pot head moms, Stupid dialogue and a whole bunch of whacky nonsense, it'll be akin to him making BG with Bell Bottoms/flairs, 70's hair and the usual negative BG cliches some ignorant people lable it with etc.

Regardless of its current success, its source material weren't even 50% accurate or represented properly, and i'm not the only fan (hardly?) who holds that kind of opinion on web forums accross the internet!

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Sounds like they are putting their big guns behind this! Its about time!

Well i hope as stated on these boards for the past couple of months, that we can get some kind of big annoucement in regards to the Battlestar Galactica feature motion picture movie, pretty soon, and that something truly major happens with ColonialFleets in regards to that kind of development from the studio trying to get BG on the silverscreen?!

Which leads me to ask again, even before then, can get the BG movie threads to be divided up in certain sections?

1) The main one covering the important news developments (i.e. this one). For the released studio info only (no offtopic Posts allowed!)

2) One for discussing its possible production elements. Who we'd want as director, producer (others besides Tom DeSanto), scripts, casting (serious kind i.e. no nurses uniforms debates, lol?), location work, artist, visual effects, stunt team etc?

[maybe thats a little early but we'd need a proper place to focus certain areas of discussions i think? that won't jumble-up the main threads for that discussion]

3) Fan forum/chat room threads. Once its greenlight or even before then any relevant news items to be of importance i.e. convention appearences (i.e. ComicCon, Wizardworld etc?) minor convention meetings and get-togethers, and an online chat area for fans to discuss things not of the officially released infomation, but for fandom topics relating to the movie but in th more open sense of what we'd want and any communication between the fans/audience and the studio?

4) And an advanced "Search Engine" on the pages to find post & threads sections, buried within the system and site especially if you're new or looking for an older thread/post page from long ago etc.

And so forth etc!

Discuss...

Laters players

KJ

BST · January 27th, 2010, 08:17 PM

KJ,

A lot of those items we already have in place, like the Convention forum and the Chat area (which hardly anyone uses.... it's available for folks all the time). What we can do is to give extra prominence to those items by "Sticking" them to the top of the particular forum.

Additionally, if and when this all comes about, we can always set up a specialized forum for production related coverage, threads, discussion, etc.

For 'official' items, depending on how all this will work -- if Fleets will be tapped to play a significant role in this endeavor, we can likely set up some sort of "read only" section that will only be updated by moderators/admins.

I hope that this wasn't too vague but, in reality, there's not a whole lot that we can't do, it's just a matter of what we will need to do, when we will need to have it done, and when we find out what we have to do.

KJ · January 27th, 2010, 09:01 PM

Understandable BST.

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Additionally, if and when this all comes about, we can always set up a specialized forum for production related coverage, threads, discussion, etc.

Alright, long as you remember who kept asking for this to happen and how to go about it.

Hope if and when CF goes commercial for the BG movie, the site can handle the massive in-flux of all-new folks constantly asking and debating the upcoming movie. It'll make our debates right now by the existing fandom seem pretty tame by comparison.

Any chance of the "Search Engine" though? CF could certainly do with that right now, couldn't we?

KJ