Science Fiction and Comedy can be a hard sell, but kudos to all of those creatives who are willing to give it a go ... and in that spirit on this day in 2015 a little something something called Tripped enjoy its 'trip' into television history. The program gave Georgina Campbell, Jamie Demetriou, and Richard Gadd to yuck it up, and here's the program's summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Best friends Milo and Danny embark on a series of bizarre adventures across multiple, parallel universes."
"Best friends Milo and Danny embark on a series of bizarre adventures across multiple, parallel universes."
Of all the Star Trek first season episodes, I think the one that best demonstrated that Roddenberry wasn't always interested in sticking entirely to SciFi stories 100% of the time was "The Conscience of a King." The episode aired on December 8, 1966, and it essentially was a morality play from start to finish: the Enterprise is transporting the renowned actor Anton Karidian to another world, and Kirk slowly realizes that the man may, in fact, be a mass murderer who's assumed another identity in order to escape justice.
One could argue that it was no less than visionary film director Georges Méliès who made early film Science Fiction entirely possible in reaching audiences. In fact, his theatrical take on A Trip To The Moon (1902) is studied for its style and subtle brilliance by film schools around the world even today. Though he's no longer with us, Méliès was born on this day in 1861.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Not long before turning into one of the greatest actors of his generation, the great Lee J. Cobb enjoyed a guest role aboard Science Fiction's Tales Of Tomorrow. Though he's no longer with us, Cobb was born on this day in 1911.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Oscar-winning director Richard Fleischer made some hefty achievements in the realms of Fantasy and Science Fiction, helming such pictures as 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea (1954), Fantastic Voyage (1966), Soylent Green (1973), and Conan The Destroyer (1984) during his days in the industry. Though he's no longer with us, Fleischer was born on this day in 1916.
Dewey Martin (above right, on the end) played a role aboard one of the seminal Science Fiction films of not just the 1950's but perhaps of all time: The Thing From Another World (1951) first explored what military and science experts would do when cornered by an alien entity in the frozen Arctic. Martin was born on this day in 1923.
With an incredible one hundred screen credits to his name, the late Ben Hammer was certainly no professional slouch. Genre fans might recognize him from work in such projects as One Step Beyond, Invasion Of The Bee Girls (1973), The Six Million Dollar Man, Gemini Man, Holmes And Yoyo, The Incredible Hulk, The Beastmaster, and Airwolf. Though he's no longer with us, Hammer was born on this day in 1924.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Screen veteran Maximilian Schell has enjoyed an exceedingly impressive career. Before appearing in Walt Disney's The Black Hole (1979), he had enjoyed success in such films as Judgment at Nuremberg (1961) and The Odessa File (1974). He was back in sci-fi once again briefly in 1998's Deep Impact. Though he's no longer with us, Schell was born on this day in 1930.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Fans of 1970's Science Fiction reveled in the Dystopian madness that was Death Race 2000, David Carradine's signature entry into our beloved realm. Though he's no longer with us, Carradine was born on this day in 1936.
James MacArthur is probably best remembered as officer Danny Williams (as in "Book 'em, Dan-o!") from the original Hawaii Five-O on television. SciFi fans may recall he made appearances aboard Time Express and Superboy for good measure. Though he's no longer with us, MacArthur was born on this day in 1937.
The lovely Jennie Linden played Barbara opposite Peter Cushing as the Doctor himself aboard the oft-overlooked theatrical chapter of the franchise's history in Dr. Who and the Daleks (1965). Linden was born on this day in 1939.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Mary Woronov played Calamity Jane in the SciFi/Cult flick, Death Race 2000 (1975). She also had roles on TV's Logan's Run, Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, Heartbeeps (1981), Night of the Comet (1984), Knight Rider, TerrorVision (1986), Amazing Stories, Watchers II (1990), Babylon 5, and Highlander. Woronov was born on this day in 1943.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
I suspect that there's some unwritten entertainment rule that requires every program involving time travel somehow sometime feature a guest appearance with Albert Einstein, and Legends of Tomorrow hired talented character actor John Rubinstein to play the genius in the episode, "Out of Time." Rubinstein was born on this day in 1946.
California-born actor Richard Yniguez traveled a long way from his roots (well, fictionally anyway) in order to play in the great Babylon 5 universe. As far as genre credentials go, he's also dabbled in the kingdoms of The Incredible Hulk, Blue Thunder, Airwolf, The Flash, The Sentinel, and The Burning Zone. Yniguez was born on this day in 1946.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
The totally yummy Belinda Balaski made a name for herself for a time on the Cult/Horror circuit, but she's also dabbled in such SciFi-themed entries as The Food of the Gods (1976), Piranha (1978), Gremlins (1984), Amazon Women on the Moon (1987), and The Warlord: Battle for the Galaxy (1998). Balaski was born on this day in 1947.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
- In 2022, I caught a broadcast airing of The Howling (1981) -- in which Balaski played a role -- when it made the rounds on pay cable. Interested readers can find my review right here.
- In 2023, I attended a special holiday screening of Gremlins (1984) -- in which Balaski played a small part -- at a local theater. Interested readers can find my review right here.
1998's The Faculty was a late 90's SciFi delight which sprang from a story in part hatched by Bruce Kimmel. The talented writer has also served as a producer and has even done some acting, appearing in such projects as The Creature Wasn't Nice (1981) and The Ghastly Love Of Johnny X (2012). Kimmel was born on this day in 1947.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Ever since I was a little boy, I've always loved monster movies. Creature effects are so fantastic that it takes a special genius like Rick Baker to bring them to life. You've no doubt seen his work in such films as the Star Wars films, Videodrome, Starman, and the Men In Black films, to name but a few. Baker was born on this day in 1950.
Not only did Greg Collins head into space aboard Armageddon (1998) but also he witnessed Earth's invasion first-hand as one of the bit players in Independence Day (1996). Collins was born on this day in 1952.
After a professional acting debut in the short-lived SciFi series Gemini Man, a young Kim Basinger turned up in an episode of the cult favorite The Six Million Dollar Man. Basinger was born on this day in 1953.
Kevin McNulty is one of those reliable character greats who shows up in your favorite show for a guest spot and then moves along to something different. Genre fans have enjoyed his appearances in M.A.N.T.I.S., Timecop (1994), Highlander, The X-Files, Night Visitors (1996), First Wave, Strange World, Stargate: SG-1, The Outer Limits, Seven Days, and much, much more. Just check out his over 200 credits on IMDB.com right here. McNulty was born on this day in 1955.
The beautiful Kim Sill (above right) has put her talents to good use in such genre projects as Not Of This Earth (1988), The Arrival (1991), and The Erotic Misadventures of the Invisible Man (2003). Sill was born on this day in 1963.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Teri Hatcher isn't my favorite Lois Lane, but that didn't keep me from watching her take on Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. Hatcher was born on this day in 1964.
God bless the reliable David Harewood! His is a face that turns up again and again on the small screen, and it's nice to see that he's found a home aboard CBS's soaring Supergirl. Harewood was born on this day in 1965.
Early in her acting career, the lovely Marianne Hagan enjoyed a guest spot aboard NBC's SeaQuest 2032. She's since moved on to far more conventional fare. Hagan was born on this day in 1966.
Actor Matt Adler has enjoyed a variety of small roles in several genre-related projects, including Flight of the Navigator (1986), Amazon Women on the Moon (1987), The Day After Tomorrow (2004), Smallville, and Chronicle (2014). Adler was born on this day in 1966.
In the big screen theatrical debut of Marvel's X-Men (2000), tough guy Tyler Mane filled in the spandex, shoes, and hair of the nefarious Sabretooth. Mane was born on this day in 1966.
Actress and stuntwoman Kym Stys has been turning heads one way or another with her work aboard such genre projects as Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skulls (2008), Grimm, and AMC's Fear The Walking Dead. Stys was born on this day in 1973.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Jarvis W. George continues to impress whenever given ample opportunity. Though the bulk of his resume involves work in more conventional fare, there's always his visits to the wide, wide world of television's Stargate to excite fans. George was born on this day in 1976.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
After helping Frodo Baggins get The One Ring to Mordor, Dominic Monaghan ended up Lost on an island with a cast of survivors. Monaghan was born on this day in 1976.
Ian Somerhalder became a bit of a heartthrob for the young-at-heart worldwide when he lit up screens as part of ABC TV's Lost. After departing that program, he continued breaking hearts on CW's The Vampire Diaries. Somerhalder was born on this day in 1978.
The vivacious AnnaSophia Robb has always kept near to the realm of genre projects with solid roles aboard Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), Bridge to Terabithia (2007), and Race to Witch Mountain (2009). Robb was born on this day in 1993.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
On this day in 1930 (in Portugal), Woman In The Moon went lunar on the silver screen. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A tenacious scientist blasts off for the moon in hopes of riches that may be found there."
"A tenacious scientist blasts off for the moon in hopes of riches that may be found there."
My, my! Even Mickey Rooney (above left) got into the business of SciFi with a role in The Atomic Kid which was released on this day back in 1954. According to IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A uranium prospector is eating a peanut butter sandwich in the desert where atom bomb tests are being done. He becomes radioactive, and helps the FBI break up an enemy spy ring."
"A uranium prospector is eating a peanut butter sandwich in the desert where atom bomb tests are being done. He becomes radioactive, and helps the FBI break up an enemy spy ring."
A star is born! On this day in 1957 (in the United Kingdom), The Monolith Monsters enjoyed its very first theatrical experience ever. Directed by John Sherwood, the SciFi feature starred Grant Williams and Lola Albright, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Rocks from a meteor which grow when in contact with water threaten a sleepy Southwestern desert community."
"Rocks from a meteor which grow when in contact with water threaten a sleepy Southwestern desert community."
On this day in 1959 (in West Germany), The Electronic Monster enjoyed its theatrical release. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"An insurance investigator finds there's more to electronic dream therapy than meets the eye."
"An insurance investigator finds there's more to electronic dream therapy than meets the eye."
A star is born ... and it's alive! It's alive! On this day in 1960 (in Mexico), The Hell Of Frankenstein (aka Orlak, el infierno de Frankenstein) brought the man-made terror back to the silver screen. Written (in part) and directed by Rafael Baledón, the SciFi/Horror starred Armando Calvo, Rosa de Castilla, and Irma Dorantes. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Criminal Jaime Rojas is released from jail and he helps Dr. Frankenstein to escape and continue his experiments to create life. When the scientist succeeds and creates Orlak, a remote-controlled creature with Rojas' face, the crook uses Orlak against his treacherous partners in crime and the woman that betrayed him."
"Criminal Jaime Rojas is released from jail and he helps Dr. Frankenstein to escape and continue his experiments to create life. When the scientist succeeds and creates Orlak, a remote-controlled creature with Rojas' face, the crook uses Orlak against his treacherous partners in crime and the woman that betrayed him."
On this day in 1962, the Fantasy-themed Beauty And The Beast enjoyed its U.S. theatrical release. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Curse turns a handsome prince into a werewolf at night. A princess tries to help him, while his enemies plot to take his throne."
"Curse turns a handsome prince into a werewolf at night. A princess tries to help him, while his enemies plot to take his throne."
On this day in 1977 (in Belgium), A Boy And His Dog showed up on the silver screen. Director L.Q. Jones adapted the Harlan Ellison novella, and the film starred Don Johnson, Jason Robards, and Susanne Benton. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A young man and his telepathic dog wander a post-apocalyptic wasteland."
For the record:
It's safe to say that -- if it came from the mind of Harlan Ellison -- then it was bound to capture the attention of the greater Science Fiction community.
"A young man and his telepathic dog wander a post-apocalyptic wasteland."
For the record:
It's safe to say that -- if it came from the mind of Harlan Ellison -- then it was bound to capture the attention of the greater Science Fiction community.
- At the 1976 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), actor Don Johnson tied in the category of 'Best Actor' for his work on the picture. The film had to settle for nominations alone in the category of 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
- At the 1976 Hugo Awards, the film took home top honors in the category of 'Best Dramatic Presentation.'
- At the 1976 Nebula Awards (sponsored by the Science Fiction And Fantasy Writers Of America), the flick enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Dramatic Writing.'
On this day in 1979, Robert Wise's Star Trek: The Motion Picture enjoyed its full U.S. theatrical premiere. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When an alien spacecraft of enormous power is spotted approaching Earth, Admiral James T. Kirk resumes command of the overhauled USS Enterprise in order to intercept it."
For the record:
Star Trek enjoyed a trio of Academy Awards nominations -- 'Best Art Direction - Set Decoration,' 'Best Effects - Visual Effects,' and 'Best Music - Original Score' -- yet failed to take home any trophies. It did, however, take home the Saturn Award for 'Best Special Effects' in the 1980 ceremony. Lastly, it enjoyed the nomination only for 'Best Dramatic Presentation' from the 1980 Hugo Awards.
"When an alien spacecraft of enormous power is spotted approaching Earth, Admiral James T. Kirk resumes command of the overhauled USS Enterprise in order to intercept it."
For the record:
Star Trek enjoyed a trio of Academy Awards nominations -- 'Best Art Direction - Set Decoration,' 'Best Effects - Visual Effects,' and 'Best Music - Original Score' -- yet failed to take home any trophies. It did, however, take home the Saturn Award for 'Best Special Effects' in the 1980 ceremony. Lastly, it enjoyed the nomination only for 'Best Dramatic Presentation' from the 1980 Hugo Awards.
A star is born! On this day in 1988 (in West Germany), The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen delivered a heavy dose of Fantasy Adventure to the silver screen for young and old alike. Written (in part) and directed by Terry Gilliam, the film starred John Neville, Eric Idle, and Sarah Polley. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The fantastic tale of an 18th century aristocrat, his talented henchmen and a little girl in their efforts to save a town from defeat by the Turks. Being swallowed by a giant sea-monster, a trip to the moon, a dance with Venus and an escape from the Grim Reaper are only some of the improbable adventures."
For the record:
As are most of the films springing from the imagination of director Gilliam, this adaptation of The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen featured magical visuals depicting high adventure. Audiences and organizations responded, giving the film no small measure of acclaim. At the 1990 BAFTA Awards, the feature took home three top honors ('Best Costume Design,' 'Best Make Up Artist,' and 'Best Production Design') while having to settle for a nomination in the category of 'Best Special Effects.' The 1991 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films) greeted the release with four nominations but no wins in the categories of 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Make-Up,' 'Best Special Effects,' and 'Best Fantasy Film.' At the 1990 Academy Awards, Munchausen also enjoyed four nominations but no wins in the categories of 'Best Art Direction - Set Direction,' 'Best Costume Design,' 'Best Effects - Visual Effects,' and 'Best Makeup.' Lastly, the film enjoyed a 1990 Hugo Awards nod in the category of 'Best Dramatic Presentation.'
"The fantastic tale of an 18th century aristocrat, his talented henchmen and a little girl in their efforts to save a town from defeat by the Turks. Being swallowed by a giant sea-monster, a trip to the moon, a dance with Venus and an escape from the Grim Reaper are only some of the improbable adventures."
For the record:
As are most of the films springing from the imagination of director Gilliam, this adaptation of The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen featured magical visuals depicting high adventure. Audiences and organizations responded, giving the film no small measure of acclaim. At the 1990 BAFTA Awards, the feature took home three top honors ('Best Costume Design,' 'Best Make Up Artist,' and 'Best Production Design') while having to settle for a nomination in the category of 'Best Special Effects.' The 1991 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films) greeted the release with four nominations but no wins in the categories of 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Make-Up,' 'Best Special Effects,' and 'Best Fantasy Film.' At the 1990 Academy Awards, Munchausen also enjoyed four nominations but no wins in the categories of 'Best Art Direction - Set Direction,' 'Best Costume Design,' 'Best Effects - Visual Effects,' and 'Best Makeup.' Lastly, the film enjoyed a 1990 Hugo Awards nod in the category of 'Best Dramatic Presentation.'
A star is born! Or is that ... porn? On this day in 1990 (in Germany), Bad Girls From Mars brought a bit a randy delights from the Red Planet to Earth via a home video release. Written (in part) and directed by Fred Olen Ray, the SciFi/Adult film starred Edy Williams, Oliver Darrow, and Brinke Stevens. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"There's a killer on the set of a sci-fi cheapie, and the new leading lady could be next."
"There's a killer on the set of a sci-fi cheapie, and the new leading lady could be next."
A star is born! On this day in 1995 (in the U.S.), the good people of New York City, New York were treated to the big screen theatrical debut of 12 Monkeys. Directed by Terry Gilliam, the SciFi/Drama starred Bruce Willis, Brad Pitt, and Madeleine Stowe. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet."
For the record:
To the film's credit, 12 Monkeys received a lot of praise both during its original run in theaters as well as recognition for its ongoing contribution to both film history as well as Science Fiction in general. At the 1996 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), the picture scored three big wins in the categories of 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Supporting Actor,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film' while settling for nominations alone in the categories of 'Best Writing,' 'Best Actor,' 'Best Actress,' and 'Best Director.' At the 1996 Academy Awards, actor Brad Pitt enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Actor In A Supporting Role,' and Julie Weiss enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Costume Design.' Lastly, the film was honored with a nomination in the category of 'Best Dramatic Presentation' at the 1996 Hugo Awards.
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2021, I was offered a complimentary Blu-ray of a new release of 12 Monkeys from the good people at Arrow Films in exchange for a review. Interested in knowing my thoughts on this iconic Science Fiction film? Readers can find my review right here.
"In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet."
For the record:
To the film's credit, 12 Monkeys received a lot of praise both during its original run in theaters as well as recognition for its ongoing contribution to both film history as well as Science Fiction in general. At the 1996 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), the picture scored three big wins in the categories of 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Supporting Actor,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film' while settling for nominations alone in the categories of 'Best Writing,' 'Best Actor,' 'Best Actress,' and 'Best Director.' At the 1996 Academy Awards, actor Brad Pitt enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Actor In A Supporting Role,' and Julie Weiss enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Costume Design.' Lastly, the film was honored with a nomination in the category of 'Best Dramatic Presentation' at the 1996 Hugo Awards.
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2021, I was offered a complimentary Blu-ray of a new release of 12 Monkeys from the good people at Arrow Films in exchange for a review. Interested in knowing my thoughts on this iconic Science Fiction film? Readers can find my review right here.
On this day in 2000, the Fantasy-themed Dungeons & Dragons found life on the silver screen. The feature starred Justin Whalin and Jeremy Irons, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Profion, a tyrant, attempts to overthrow a peaceful kingdom ruled by a tough empress."
"Profion, a tyrant, attempts to overthrow a peaceful kingdom ruled by a tough empress."
On this day in 2002, the Fantasy/Telefilm Snow Queen enjoyed its premiere on the Boob Tube. The feature starred Bridget Fonda and Chelsea Hobbs, and here's the premise as listed on the reliable IMDB.com:
"A young woman must journey through the seasons to rescue her boyfriend who has been kidnapped by the evil Snow Queen."
"A young woman must journey through the seasons to rescue her boyfriend who has been kidnapped by the evil Snow Queen."
On this day in 2011 (in both the United Kingdom and Ireland), the SciFi/Comedy Super Shark enjoyed its original theatrical premiere. The feature starred Tim Abell and Ashley Carr, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"An offshore drilling accident releases a giant primordial shark. When the shark flies and walks on land threatening to turn a bikini contest into a bloodbath, marine biologist Kat Carmichael arrives to destroy the shark and save beach-goers. Her efforts are stymied by corporate bad guy Roger Wade and his flunky Stewart who are only interested in their own agenda of money, money, money. With time running out for beach loving humans, Carmichael recruits heroic skipper Chuck and fearless disc jockey Dynamite Stevens to help her blast the blood thirsty shark back to a watery grave."
"An offshore drilling accident releases a giant primordial shark. When the shark flies and walks on land threatening to turn a bikini contest into a bloodbath, marine biologist Kat Carmichael arrives to destroy the shark and save beach-goers. Her efforts are stymied by corporate bad guy Roger Wade and his flunky Stewart who are only interested in their own agenda of money, money, money. With time running out for beach loving humans, Carmichael recruits heroic skipper Chuck and fearless disc jockey Dynamite Stevens to help her blast the blood thirsty shark back to a watery grave."
On this day in 2012 (in Japan), Dark Planet enjoyed its theatrical premiere. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A space traveler from the Earth of the 22th century - without wars, poverty and oppression - crashes on an unknown planet. Politically and economically that planet similar to the totalitarian human states of the 20th century."
"A space traveler from the Earth of the 22th century - without wars, poverty and oppression - crashes on an unknown planet. Politically and economically that planet similar to the totalitarian human states of the 20th century."
A star is born! Well ... why shouldn't disasters get into the holiday business? Who doesn't want to sit and watch the world get destroyed over a cup of eggnog? Why couldn't plagues and floods and general mayhem be a part of the silly season? On this day in 2012 (in the U.S.), TV audiences were treated to the broadcast premiere of The 12 Disasters Of Christmas. Directed by Steven R. Monroe from a script by Sydney Roper and Rudy Thauberger, the SciFi/Thriller starred Ed Quinn, Magda Apanowicz, and Holly Elissa. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The ultimate countdown to holiday mayhem. A global cataclysm of tornadoes, volcanoes, and killer twinkle lights threaten a small mountain town during Christmas."
"The ultimate countdown to holiday mayhem. A global cataclysm of tornadoes, volcanoes, and killer twinkle lights threaten a small mountain town during Christmas."
A star is born! On this day in 2014 (in the U.S.), the good people of Provo, Utah were treated to the theatrical premiere of Mythica: A Quest For Heroes. Written (in part) and directed by Anne K. Black, the Adventure/Fantasy starred Melanie Stone, Adam Johnson, and Jake Stormoen. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The young magician Marek dreams of exciting adventures. When she meets the help-seeking priestess Teela she offers her assistance and provides a motley troupe. Together they go in search of Teela's sister, who was kidnapped by a wild ogre."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Mythica: A Quest For Heroes enjoyed a wee bit of praise from screenings on the film festival circuit.
"The young magician Marek dreams of exciting adventures. When she meets the help-seeking priestess Teela she offers her assistance and provides a motley troupe. Together they go in search of Teela's sister, who was kidnapped by a wild ogre."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Mythica: A Quest For Heroes enjoyed a wee bit of praise from screenings on the film festival circuit.
A star is born! On this day in 2018 (in the U.S.), Ascension enjoyed its first theatrical presentation ever when it was screened for audiences in attendance of the Other Worlds Austin Film Festival. Written (in part) and directed by Ross Wachsman, the SciFi/Horror starred Ana Mulvoy Ten, Christie Burke, and Farrah Mackenzie. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Still mourning the death of her mother, 16-year-old Angela, who's had some behavioral and mental instability issues, strives to maintain harmony in the house. She takes care of her 6-year-old sister Chloe and tries to keep the peace with her difficult, goth 17-year-old sister Becca, who is furious that their father Jason pulled them out of school and hired grad student Gabby to homeschool them. When Becca starts exhibiting bizarre behavior, only Angela seems to notice that she is possessed by a dark and otherworldly force with plans to do something unspeakable to Chloe."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Ascension enjoyed a good amount of praise from screenings on the film festival circuit.
"Still mourning the death of her mother, 16-year-old Angela, who's had some behavioral and mental instability issues, strives to maintain harmony in the house. She takes care of her 6-year-old sister Chloe and tries to keep the peace with her difficult, goth 17-year-old sister Becca, who is furious that their father Jason pulled them out of school and hired grad student Gabby to homeschool them. When Becca starts exhibiting bizarre behavior, only Angela seems to notice that she is possessed by a dark and otherworldly force with plans to do something unspeakable to Chloe."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Ascension enjoyed a good amount of praise from screenings on the film festival circuit.
A star is born ... and it's crashing down to Earth! On this day in 2018 (in the U.S.), Impact Event enjoyed its first theatrical screening ever when it played for audiences in attendance of the Culver City Film Festival. Written and directed by B. Luciano Barsuglia, the film starred Margaret O'Brien, Michael Berryman, and Vernon Wells. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A slow burn into insanity as a small band of survivors find themselves spending a post-meteoric apocalypse in a fun house converted into a bomb shelter."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Impact Event enjoyed a good amount of love from screenings on the film festival circuit.
"A slow burn into insanity as a small band of survivors find themselves spending a post-meteoric apocalypse in a fun house converted into a bomb shelter."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Impact Event enjoyed a good amount of love from screenings on the film festival circuit.
On this day in 1965, Lost In Space aired "One Of Our Dogs Is Missing." Officially, this served as the thirteenth episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"With the men off on a mission, the Robinson women must deal with an alien intruder."
"With the men off on a mission, the Robinson women must deal with an alien intruder."
On this day in 1967, Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons aired "The Heart of New York." This served as the eleventh episode to the program's only season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"As the Mysterons threaten to destroy the "Heart of New York", Scarlet and Blue investigate the theft of Grade A Security documents from the Spectrum security vaults."
"As the Mysterons threaten to destroy the "Heart of New York", Scarlet and Blue investigate the theft of Grade A Security documents from the Spectrum security vaults."
On this day in 1967, Star Trek aired "The Deadly Years" saw the captain and his landing party exposed to a form of radiation that forces them to undergo rapid aging.
On this day in 1968, Land Of The Giants aired "Double-Cross." Officially, this served as the tenth episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Fitzhugh is captured by two giants who instantly realize his small size will be of value for a gem robbery they have planned. Unfortunately the men need someone even smaller and go in search of the other members of the crew."
"Fitzhugh is captured by two giants who instantly realize his small size will be of value for a gem robbery they have planned. Unfortunately the men need someone even smaller and go in search of the other members of the crew."
The animated Flash Gordon continued his quest to defend the Earth against Mongo on this day in 1979. "Chapter 12: Tournament of Death" saw the intrepid Earthling and his compatriots finding new allies when they're pitted against one another in a battle to the death!
On this day in 1984, The Tripods aired "The White Mountains: November, 2089 AD." This served as the thirteenth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Will, Henry and Beanpole reach The White Mountains, only to be captured by the Black Guard once again."
"Will, Henry and Beanpole reach The White Mountains, only to be captured by the Black Guard once again."
On this day in 1986, The Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers aired "Tower of Combat." This (technically) served as the program's sixty-second episode (they were aired out of sequence), and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The General escapes from the Rock. He captures Zack, Doc and a few others. He sends a message to B.E.T.A. He'll release his hostages if Gooseman and Niko can survive his Tower of Combat."
"The General escapes from the Rock. He captures Zack, Doc and a few others. He sends a message to B.E.T.A. He'll release his hostages if Gooseman and Niko can survive his Tower of Combat."
On this day in 1990, Super Force aired "Come Home To Die." This served as the twelfth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as detailed by TV.com:
"The gang F.X. used to belong to is behind some serious crimes. Feeling responsible, F.X. takes matters in his own hands. Will Super Force save him in time?"
"The gang F.X. used to belong to is behind some serious crimes. Feeling responsible, F.X. takes matters in his own hands. Will Super Force save him in time?"
On this day in 1991, Super Force aired "Made For Each Other: Part 2." This served as the tenth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary from TV.com:
"Zach and F.X. go undercover at the University to try and stop Dr. Caesar. Will they save they day or be caught in the evil doctors web?"
"Zach and F.X. go undercover at the University to try and stop Dr. Caesar. Will they save they day or be caught in the evil doctors web?"
On this day in 1996, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures Of Superman aired "Stop The Presses." Officially, this served as the tenth episode in the program's fourth (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Lois' promotion causes problems in her marriage to Clark. They have their first major fight after she kills one of his stories, preventing him from uncovering a plot. Two delinquent brothers try to destroy Superman."
"Lois' promotion causes problems in her marriage to Clark. They have their first major fight after she kills one of his stories, preventing him from uncovering a plot. Two delinquent brothers try to destroy Superman."
On this day in 2000, Level 9 aired "A Price To Pay." Officially, this served as the seventh episode in the program's only season on original broadcast television, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The apparent suicide of Annie's mentor leads her to the unsolved mystery of her parents' deaths."
"The apparent suicide of Annie's mentor leads her to the unsolved mystery of her parents' deaths."
On this day in 2006, Battlestar Galactica (Syfy) aired "The Passage." This served as the tenth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The Colonial fleet makes a harrowing journey. Kat plays a vital role in the success or failure of the passage."
"The Colonial fleet makes a harrowing journey. Kat plays a vital role in the success or failure of the passage."
On this day in 2015, Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. aired "Maveth." This served as the tenth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"S.H.I.E.L.D battles Hydra head-to-head, which sees Coulson and Fitz take the ultimate risk while Daisy and the Inhumans try to keep Hydra at bay."
"S.H.I.E.L.D battles Hydra head-to-head, which sees Coulson and Fitz take the ultimate risk while Daisy and the Inhumans try to keep Hydra at bay."
It all began right here: on this day in 2015 (in the United Kingdom), Tripped aired the first episode in the program's only season of original broadcast existence. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Milo is devastated when his best friend Danny doesn't ask him to be the Best Man at his wedding. Milo takes some magic mushrooms and meets a very different Danny."
"Milo is devastated when his best friend Danny doesn't ask him to be the Best Man at his wedding. Milo takes some magic mushrooms and meets a very different Danny."
On this day in 2016, DC's Legends Of Tomorrow aired "The Chicago Way." This served as the eighth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Legends track a Time Aberration to 1927 Chicago and realize they've been set up by Eobard Thawne, Damien Dahrk and the newest member of the Legion of Doom - Malcolm Merlyn."
"The Legends track a Time Aberration to 1927 Chicago and realize they've been set up by Eobard Thawne, Damien Dahrk and the newest member of the Legion of Doom - Malcolm Merlyn."
