Director Boris Sagal left his mark on the realm of Science Fiction with his work in bringing The Omega Man (1971) to the silver screen for Walter Seltzer Productions. Though he's no longer with us, Sagal was born on this day in 1923.
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Actor Klaus Kinski (that's his head above) earned a reputation for being a 'ferocious' actor as well as a ferocious person. Throughout his career, he gravitated toward some pretty curious projects, the most obvious SciFi property being 1982's Android. Though he's no longer with us, Kinski was born on this day in 1926.
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In 2024, I received an all-new promotional Blu-ray of The Million Eyes Of Sumuru (1967) from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
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ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2024, I received an all-new promotional Blu-ray of The Million Eyes Of Sumuru (1967) from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
The venerable George C. Scott made a rare appearance in the realm of Science Fiction with a role in The Day of the Dolphin (1973), the tale of a zoologist who discovers the sea mammals have the ability to communicate and are being secretly used for a deep, dark secret. Though he's no longer with us, Scott was born on this day in 1927.
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The luminous, fresh-faced Inger Stevens racked up an impressive number of screen roles in her short time on Planet Earth, including two visits to Rod Serling's The Twilight Zone. Though she's no longer with us, Stevens was born on this day in 1934.
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Predator 2 (1990) is a curious failure of a movie, never necessarily any fault of the acting talent. It just never quite came together in the way the original film did, though it has many interesting elements and performances, including a small one from Calvin Lockhart as the ganglord, King Willie. Though he's no longer with us, Lockhart was born on this day in 1934.
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Before really making a lasting impression on mankind with his comic chops in the CBS comedy hit Everybody Loves Raymond, Peter Boyle guest-starred with Scully and Mulder in Fox TV's The X-Files. "Clyde Bruckman's Final Repose" cast Boyle as Bruckman, a down-on-his-luck insurance salesman who just happened to be gifted with the ability to see precisely how his customers were going to kick the bucket -- a role for which the actor went on to win the Emmy for 'Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series.' Though he's no longer with us, Boyle was born on this day in 1935.
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The beautiful Barbara Baldavin enjoyed not one ... not two ... but three appearances aboard the classic Science Fiction series Star Trek. Baldavin was born on this day in 1938.
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Though she'll always be remembered for her work aboard the classic television comedy Gilligan's Island, I prefer to think of the lovely Dawn Wells (and her fabulous midriff) when it made a welcome appearance in the world of The Invaders. Though she's no longer with us, Wells was born on this day in 1938.
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Composer Howard Shore turned in some scores nothing short of brilliant with his work aboard Peter Jackson's adaptation of The Lord Of The Rings. Shore was born on this day in 1946.
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Born on this day in 1947, actor Joe Morton has had a long, distinguished career mostly as a secondary player in someone else's larger worlds, but he's a force to be reckoned with all by himself when he's given the chance. You might remember him from Terminator 2: Judgment Day, but he also played a doctor assigned to an orbiting hospital in Mercy Point as well as a long run as a mysterious figure in Syfy's Eureka. Happy birthday, Joe!
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Veteran character actor Mark La Mura stopped by Star Trek: The Next Generation for a guest-starring appearance in "Transfigurations," an episode late in the program's third season. Though he's no longer with us, La Mura was born on this day in 1948.
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On behalf of the Walt Disney Company, Sheila White joined the affable Dennis Dugan in the SciFi/Time Travel comedy, Unidentified Flying Oddball. Though she's no longer with us, White was born on this day in 1950.
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I realize that there's a contingent of sci-fi fans who don't think very highly of sci-fi comedy, but I'll give it a shout out when it happens across my desk. Actress Pam Dawber played 'Mindy' to Robin Williams' breakout role 'Mork' in the popular Mork & Mindy sitcom about an alien coming to Earth and finding love ... of all things. Dawber was born on this day back in 1951.
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Among his notable appearances in drama and comedy, Arliss Howard played a key role in Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World. Howard was born on this day in 1954.
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Screenwriter David Twohy -- shown above alongside on of his creations: Vin Diesel as 'Riddick' -- has a solid career in some pretty slick sci-fi properties. To name but a few would be disgraceful ... but that's all we have time for here. He's penned such films as Timescape, Waterworld, The Arrival, and (of course) the Riddick films. He was born on this day back in 1955.
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Fresh-faced Corinne Bohrer doesn't have much Science Fiction to her credit, but an appearance aboard Star Kid (1997) definitely deserves a mention. She also had small roles in The Powers of Matthew Star , Vice Versa (1988), and The Flash (CBS). Bohrer was born on this day in 1958.
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Not only has he been a Timecop, but he's also built a career around the Universal Soldier franchise. Jean-Claude Van Damme may not be to everyone's liking, but you gotta respect a guy who manages to just keeps working. Van Damme was born on this day back in 1960.
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Though best known as the wholesome teenage daughter Joanie on ABC TV's popular 70's sitcom Happy Days, Erin Moran did make a fairly auspicious appearance in SciFiDom, appearing as crewman 'Alluma' in Roger Corman's Galaxy Of Terror (1981). Though she's no longer with us, Moran was born on this day in 1960.
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The lovely Sam Sorbo joined her hubby -- Kevin Sorbo -- for a few episodes as a character visited the world of Andromeda. Sorbo was born on this day in 1966.
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When those dastardly killer tomates went international with the release of Killer Tomatoes Eat France! (1992), thank goodness the lovely Angela Visser was on-hand with her trusty salad fork. Visser was born on this day in 1966.
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HubbaHubba Alert: the lovely Lisa Chappell firmly established her bona fides in the realm of Fantasy with plum roles aboard Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. Chappell was born on this day in 1968.
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Joy Bryant went where no one had gone before with her work aboard the SciFi/Telefilm Virtuality (2009) for Universal Studios. She also enjoyed a small role aboard Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2 (2004). Bryant was born on this day in 1974.
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Internationally acclaimed Chinese actress Xun Zhou's bankability hit a bit of a snag when she appeared as part of the ensemble at the heart of The Wachowski Siblings' glorious box office bomb, Cloud Atlas (2012). I suspect she'll be sticking to films in her native China for the foreseeable future. Zhou was born on this day in 1974.
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The lovely Freida Pinto appeared alongside the somewhat unlovely James Franco in the unforgettable Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes movie that served to relaunch the Apes ongoing franchise. Pinto was born on this day in 1984.
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The continuing career of Nicola Posener is certainly a cause for celebration. Thus far, she's participated in such genre projects as Lab Rats (2011), House Of Anubis, Dawn Of The Dragonslayer (2011), The Crown And The Dragon (2013), Survivor (2014), Mythica: A Quest For Heroes (2014), Mythica: The Darkspore (2015), Mythica: The Necromancer (2015), Mythica: The Iron Crown (2016), Mythica: The Godslayer (2016), Magellan (2017), Age Of The Living Dead, Ninjak Vs The Valient Universe ... and she still has projects in the pipeline. That's one talented lady! Posener was born on this day in 1987.
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No doubt Firefly fans are drinking themselves silly today in celebration of the young Zac Efron's first professional acting appearance being aboard their beloved Fox TV series. Efron was born on this day in 1987.
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Tyler Posey made an appearance aboard the WB's signature superhero series -- Smallville -- during that program's impressive run on the network. Posey was born on this day in 1991.
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On this day in 1934 (in Turkey), White Zombie was all the horrorific rage. Directed by Victor Halperin, the Fantasy/Horror starred Bela Lugosi, Madge Bellamy, and Joseph Cawthron; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A young man turns to a witch doctor to lure the woman he loves away from her fiancé, but instead turns her into a zombie slave."
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2021, White Zombie made the broadcast rounds on Turner Classic Movies, and I had the good fortune of watching it for review purposes. Want to know more? My thoughts can be found right here.
"A young man turns to a witch doctor to lure the woman he loves away from her fiancé, but instead turns her into a zombie slave."
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2021, White Zombie made the broadcast rounds on Turner Classic Movies, and I had the good fortune of watching it for review purposes. Want to know more? My thoughts can be found right here.
A star is born! On this day in 1957 (in the U.S.), The Invisible Boy made his first apeparance on silver screens. Directed by Herman Hoffman from a story by Cyril Hume and Edmund Cooper, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Richard Eyer, Philip Abbott, and Diane Brewster. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A ten-year-old boy and Robby the Robot team up to prevent a Super Computer from controlling the Earth from a satellite."
"A ten-year-old boy and Robby the Robot team up to prevent a Super Computer from controlling the Earth from a satellite."
On this day in 1962 (in Hungary), The Man From The First Century (aka Muz z prvního století) enjoyed its time in the cinematic spotlight. Written (in part) and directed by Oldrich Lipský, the SciFi/Comedy starred Milos Kopecký, Radovan Lukavský, and Anita Kajlichova. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary for this Czech-language production:
"A workman is accidentally sent into outer space, where he meets an alien that can make himself invisible. They return to Earth in the year 2447. Complications ensue."
"A workman is accidentally sent into outer space, where he meets an alien that can make himself invisible. They return to Earth in the year 2447. Complications ensue."
On this day in 1963 (in East Germany), Klaun Ferdidnand A Raketa brought laughs and Science Fiction to the silver screen. Written (in part) and directed by Jindrich Polák, the Fantasy film starred Jirí Vrstála, Hanus Bor, and Vladimír Horka. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When Clown Ferdinand enters an abandoned city in his wagon he ends up on a space rocket where he meets a robot that can turn invisible."
"When Clown Ferdinand enters an abandoned city in his wagon he ends up on a space rocket where he meets a robot that can turn invisible."
A star is born! On this day in 1973 (in Mexico), Capulina Vs. The Mummies (aka The Terror Of Guanajuato) enjoyed its only theatrical screening ever (if IMDB.com is to be trusted). Written and directed by Alfredo Zacarías, the Horror/Comedy starred Gaspar Henaine, Jacqueline Voltaire, and Freddy Fernández. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A taxi driver winds up working as a butler for a scientist who is trying to revive mummies."
"A taxi driver winds up working as a butler for a scientist who is trying to revive mummies."
On this day in 1985 (in Ireland and the United Kingdom), Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome enjoyed its theatrical release. Directed by George Miller and George Ogilvie, the SciFi/Thriller saw Mel Gibson returning as Max himself -- his third and final outing in the role -- along with Tina Turner and Bruce Spence. Here's the plot summary compliments of IMDB.com:
"After being exiled from the most advanced town in post apocalyptic Australia, a drifter travels with a group of abandoned children to rebel against the town's queen."
For the record:
The third film in the Mad Max saga was not without its praises. At the 1986 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), the flick enjoyed four nominations (but no wins): 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Writing,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"After being exiled from the most advanced town in post apocalyptic Australia, a drifter travels with a group of abandoned children to rebel against the town's queen."
For the record:
The third film in the Mad Max saga was not without its praises. At the 1986 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), the flick enjoyed four nominations (but no wins): 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Writing,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
On this day in 1985, The Quiet Earth slipped quietly into theatres. Screenwriters Bill Baer and Bruno Lawrence adapted Craig Harrison's novel ("The Quiet Earth") for director Geoff Murphy, and the SciFi/Drama starred Alison Routledge, Pete Smith, and Anzac Wallace. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A man named Zac Hobson awakens to find himself alone in the world. In a desperate attempt to search for others, he finds only two who have their own agenda."
For the record:
While The Quiet Earth quietly enjoyed a modest amount of praise earned from screenings at film festivals, it was a huge hit with the 1987 New Zealand Film And TV Awards. The project took home an incredible eight top honors, including 'Best Screenplay - Adaptation,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Film.'
"A man named Zac Hobson awakens to find himself alone in the world. In a desperate attempt to search for others, he finds only two who have their own agenda."
For the record:
While The Quiet Earth quietly enjoyed a modest amount of praise earned from screenings at film festivals, it was a huge hit with the 1987 New Zealand Film And TV Awards. The project took home an incredible eight top honors, including 'Best Screenplay - Adaptation,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Film.'
A star is born! On this day in 1989 (in the U.S.), mankind was treated to yet one more cinematic version of the Apocalypse with the release of Warlords. Directed by Fred Olen Ray, the SciFi/Fantasy starred David Carradine, Sid Haig, and Dawn Wildsmith. Here's the premise from IMDB.com:
"Dow is an ex-soldier searching the wasteland for his wife who was taken from him by the Warlord. With only a disembodied, wisecracking head and a renegade woman named Danny as his companions, they roam the terrain to try and get back the woman that Dow lost."
For the record:
Warlords is a bit on an odd duck chronologically based solely on information that's currently available on the World Wide Web. For example, IMDB.com clearly indicates that the film was produced in 1988, but the first release citation they provide is on this day in 1989 when it launched on home video. I'll use this as its premiere date until I can find any further information.
"Dow is an ex-soldier searching the wasteland for his wife who was taken from him by the Warlord. With only a disembodied, wisecracking head and a renegade woman named Danny as his companions, they roam the terrain to try and get back the woman that Dow lost."
For the record:
Warlords is a bit on an odd duck chronologically based solely on information that's currently available on the World Wide Web. For example, IMDB.com clearly indicates that the film was produced in 1988, but the first release citation they provide is on this day in 1989 when it launched on home video. I'll use this as its premiere date until I can find any further information.
Vroom-vroom! On this day in 1991 (in Turkey), Battletruck rumbled its way across the future wasteland. Directed by Harley Cokeliss, the SciFi feature starred Michael Beck, James Wainwright, and Annie McEnroe. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Post World War III futuristic tale of collapsed governments & bankrupt countries heralding a new lawless age."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Battletruck enjoyed a wee bit of praise from screenings on the film festival circuit. Also, the film is another one of those flicks whose original release date presently escapes me. I'll continue to search for it; in the meantime, this appears to the first one of record supported by research.
"Post World War III futuristic tale of collapsed governments & bankrupt countries heralding a new lawless age."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Battletruck enjoyed a wee bit of praise from screenings on the film festival circuit. Also, the film is another one of those flicks whose original release date presently escapes me. I'll continue to search for it; in the meantime, this appears to the first one of record supported by research.
A star is born! On this day in 1994 (in Germany), the SciFi flick Cyborg Cop II enjoyed its premiere on home video. (At this point, it appears the film's original premiere date -- sometime in September, 1994 -- is lost to history.) The feature starred David Bradley and Morgan Hunter, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"A fancy, loner cop loses his partner to a crazed terrorist during a hostage rescue. He settles for the terrorist going to Death Row in jail. What Jack doesn't know is that the terrorist will be taken and turned into a cyborg for the "Anti-Terrorist Group". When the Cyborg "Spartacus" wakes up accidentally, he kills the scientists and their guests, then goes to set things up for a Cyborg Empire. Only Jack and a few friends know how to stop him."
For the record:
Cyborg Cop 2 is another one of those rare flicks whose original premiere date is presently lost to history. IMDB.com reports that it was screened sometime in September, 1994 in Japan; until I can verify the specifics, I'll be using this release date as its original premiere.
"A fancy, loner cop loses his partner to a crazed terrorist during a hostage rescue. He settles for the terrorist going to Death Row in jail. What Jack doesn't know is that the terrorist will be taken and turned into a cyborg for the "Anti-Terrorist Group". When the Cyborg "Spartacus" wakes up accidentally, he kills the scientists and their guests, then goes to set things up for a Cyborg Empire. Only Jack and a few friends know how to stop him."
For the record:
Cyborg Cop 2 is another one of those rare flicks whose original premiere date is presently lost to history. IMDB.com reports that it was screened sometime in September, 1994 in Japan; until I can verify the specifics, I'll be using this release date as its original premiere.
On this day in 1997 (in South Korea), Pamela Anderson brought out her big guns with the release of Barb Wire. Based on a Dark Horse Comics property, the SciFi/Fantasy also starred Jennifer Banko and Xander Berkeley, and here's the plot summary that's provided by IMDB.com:
"In the early 21st century, the USA is in the wake of the Second Civil War. The whole country is in a constant state of emergency. What was formerly called the American Congress now rules the country with fascistic methods. There is only one free city left, Steel Harbor, a coastal California industrial town which is headquarters for the resistance. This is the home town of Barb Wire, owner of the Hammerhead nightclub. As times aren't good, Barb has a second job. She's a bounty hunter and you probably wouldn't want her after you. Barb's credo is to never take sides for anybody and that's the only way to survive these days in the crime-ridden streets of Steel Harbor. One evening, her former lover Axel Hood appears at the club asking for a favor to help him and his lover Cora D flee the country to Canada, Barb suddenly finds herself to be key player on high political stage. Now she has to take sides."
For the record:
Woof. Though I suspect Barb Wire is not without its merits, the feature film did manage to draw the attention of the Razzie Awards ... which recognized the effort with an incredible six nominations. Star Pamela Anderson took home top honors in the category of 'Worst New Star,' but the film missed out of statues in the categories of 'Worst Original Song,' 'Worst Screen Couple,' 'Worst Actress,' 'Worst Screenplay,' and 'Worst Picture.'
"In the early 21st century, the USA is in the wake of the Second Civil War. The whole country is in a constant state of emergency. What was formerly called the American Congress now rules the country with fascistic methods. There is only one free city left, Steel Harbor, a coastal California industrial town which is headquarters for the resistance. This is the home town of Barb Wire, owner of the Hammerhead nightclub. As times aren't good, Barb has a second job. She's a bounty hunter and you probably wouldn't want her after you. Barb's credo is to never take sides for anybody and that's the only way to survive these days in the crime-ridden streets of Steel Harbor. One evening, her former lover Axel Hood appears at the club asking for a favor to help him and his lover Cora D flee the country to Canada, Barb suddenly finds herself to be key player on high political stage. Now she has to take sides."
For the record:
Woof. Though I suspect Barb Wire is not without its merits, the feature film did manage to draw the attention of the Razzie Awards ... which recognized the effort with an incredible six nominations. Star Pamela Anderson took home top honors in the category of 'Worst New Star,' but the film missed out of statues in the categories of 'Worst Original Song,' 'Worst Screen Couple,' 'Worst Actress,' 'Worst Screenplay,' and 'Worst Picture.'
A star is born! On this day in 2002 (in the U.S.), the SciFi/Horror hybrid Infested stung audiences in attendance of the Hamptons International Film Festival. Written and directed by Josh Olson, the feature starred Zach Galligan, Daniel Jenkins, and Lisa Ann Hadley. Here's the plot summary as detailed by IMDB.com:
"Horror tale of insects which eat their victims from the inside out."
"Horror tale of insects which eat their victims from the inside out."
On this day in 2007 (in New Zealand), Perfect Creature took a bite out of the box office. Written and directed by Glenn Standring, the Fantasy feature starred Dougray Scott, Saffron Burrows, and Leo Gregory. Here's the premise as listed on IMDB.com:
"The vampire myth is given a stylish 1960s treatment, where a human cop partners with a vampire cop to stop a vamp bent on creating a war between the two "separate but equal" races."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Perfect Creature enjoyed a modest bit of attention at the 2008 New Zealand Film And TV Awards.
"The vampire myth is given a stylish 1960s treatment, where a human cop partners with a vampire cop to stop a vamp bent on creating a war between the two "separate but equal" races."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Perfect Creature enjoyed a modest bit of attention at the 2008 New Zealand Film And TV Awards.
On this day in 2008, Resident Evil: Degeneration opened theatrically in Japan. I haven't seen it, though I have been mildly interested in the whole Resident Evil franchise, so consider this one Bucket Listed by yours truly. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the relevant plot points:
"A warrior seeking revenge unleashes a deadly virus in Harvardville. Responding to the threat are former special forces members Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield, who look to bring down a mutated monster before history repeats itself."
"A warrior seeking revenge unleashes a deadly virus in Harvardville. Responding to the threat are former special forces members Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield, who look to bring down a mutated monster before history repeats itself."
On this day in 2010 (in the Czech Republic), the 1990-produced RoboCop 2 enjoyed its premiere on home video. Directed by Irvin Kershner, the SciFi/Thriller starred Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, and Belinda Bauer. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the premise:
"After a successful deployment of the Robocop Law Enforcement unit, OCP sees its goal of urban pacification come closer and closer, but as this develops, a new narcotic known as "Nuke" invades the streets led by God-delirious leader Cane. As this menace grows, it may prove to be too much for Murphy to handle. OCP tries to replicate the success of the first unit, but ends up with failed prototypes with suicidal issues... until Dr. Faxx, a scientist straying away from OCP's path, uses Cane as the new subject for the Robocop 2 project, a living God."
For the record:
Despite an underwhelming story, RoboCop 2 did score three impressive nominations from the 1991 Saturn Awards: Best Science Fiction Film, Best Performance By A Younger Actor, and Best Special Effects. It lost in all three categories.
"After a successful deployment of the Robocop Law Enforcement unit, OCP sees its goal of urban pacification come closer and closer, but as this develops, a new narcotic known as "Nuke" invades the streets led by God-delirious leader Cane. As this menace grows, it may prove to be too much for Murphy to handle. OCP tries to replicate the success of the first unit, but ends up with failed prototypes with suicidal issues... until Dr. Faxx, a scientist straying away from OCP's path, uses Cane as the new subject for the Robocop 2 project, a living God."
For the record:
Despite an underwhelming story, RoboCop 2 did score three impressive nominations from the 1991 Saturn Awards: Best Science Fiction Film, Best Performance By A Younger Actor, and Best Special Effects. It lost in all three categories.
I had the good fortune to happen across Safety Not Guaranteed when a video distributor sent one to me, asking if I'd be so kind as to pen an online review for it. I put what promised to be a "time travel romantic comedy" in the machine not knowing what to expect, and I ended up loving it. It's brilliantly written and smartly performed by a young cast of up'n'comers. It was released on this day back in 2012, and, if you haven't seen it, I heartily recommend it. You'll be glad you did.
A star is born! On this day in 2014 (in the United Kingdom), audiences in attendance of the BFI London Film Festival were first introduced to their Robot Overlords. Written (in part) and directed by Jon Wright, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Ben Kingsley, Gillian Anderson, and Callan McAuliffe. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Earth has been conquered by robots from a distant galaxy. Survivors are confined to their houses and must wear electronic implants, risking incineration by robot sentries if they venture outside."
"Earth has been conquered by robots from a distant galaxy. Survivors are confined to their houses and must wear electronic implants, risking incineration by robot sentries if they venture outside."
No, that's not Bill Shatner holding out his hands for his residuals check. That's a scene from "Is There In Truth No Beauty?" The episode of Star Trek first aired on this day back in 1968 (in the U.S.), and the story is a bit convoluted, suffice it to say that it involves an empath and a species ordinary human beings can't look at -- the Medusans -- without going bonkers. Don't worry: all's well that ends well. The episode also featured Diana Muldaur (in her second appearance on TOS), who went on to the role of Dr. Pulaski during the second season of Star Trek: The Next Generation's run.
On this day in 1972 (in the United Kingdom), Ace Of Wands aired "Sisters Deadly: Part 1." This served as the fourteenth episode of the program's third (and final) season, and here's the plot summary that's provided by IMDB.com:
"When Chas returns from a photograph assignment with no memory of the event or what happened after it - or the fact that he robbed the village post office shortly afterwards - Tarot uncovers the bizarre events behind a plot to kidnap a NATO Commander-in-Chief."
"When Chas returns from a photograph assignment with no memory of the event or what happened after it - or the fact that he robbed the village post office shortly afterwards - Tarot uncovers the bizarre events behind a plot to kidnap a NATO Commander-in-Chief."
On this day in 1975 (in the United Kingdom), Doctor Who aired "Planet Of Evil: Part 4." This served as the eighth episode of the program's thirteenth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Doctor tries to convince Sorenson to sacrifice himself for the rest of the crew but Salamar's attempt to deal with the situation causes their problem to multiply."
"The Doctor tries to convince Sorenson to sacrifice himself for the rest of the crew but Salamar's attempt to deal with the situation causes their problem to multiply."
On this day in 1980 (in the United Kingdom), Doctor Who aired "Meglos: Part 4." This served as the eighth episode of the program's eighteenth season, and here's the plot summary that's provided by IMDB.com:
"With the Doctor about to be ritualistically sacrificed to appease the god Ti for stealing the dodecahedron, Meglos and the pirates return to Zolfa-Thura with the dodecahedron to fire up an ancient weapon and blast Tigella out of existence."
"With the Doctor about to be ritualistically sacrificed to appease the god Ti for stealing the dodecahedron, Meglos and the pirates return to Zolfa-Thura with the dodecahedron to fire up an ancient weapon and blast Tigella out of existence."
On this day in 1985 (in the U.S.), Knight Rider aired "Sky Knight." This served as the fourth episode of the program's fourth (and final) season, and here's the plot summary that's provided by IMDB.com:
"On her way to her sister's wedding in Boston, Bonnie's plane is highjacked by the New Dawn Movement. Its leader, Charles Zurich, plans to trade his hostages for 197 prison inmates and forces the plane to land at a military base housing a project known as Deep Sleep."
"On her way to her sister's wedding in Boston, Bonnie's plane is highjacked by the New Dawn Movement. Its leader, Charles Zurich, plans to trade his hostages for 197 prison inmates and forces the plane to land at a military base housing a project known as Deep Sleep."
On this day in 1985 (in the U.S.), Misfits of Science aired "Your Place Or Mayan." This served as the second episode in the program's only season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After a friend of Billy and El is killed, they go on a search for a lost Mayan treasure with the map they were given by him. Their discovery could very well rewrite Mayan history."
"After a friend of Billy and El is killed, they go on a search for a lost Mayan treasure with the map they were given by him. Their discovery could very well rewrite Mayan history."
On this day in 1986 (in the U.S.), The Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers aired "Buzzwang's Folly." This (technically) served as the program's thirtieth episode (they were aired wildly out of sequence), and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Budget review time at B.E.T.A. Mountain. Q-Ball has been able to save a lot of money, but Buzzwang used the surplus on other projects and the inspector is convinced they're wasting money. Slade launches an attack, and incapacitates most of the personnel. It's up to Buzzwang, Waldo, Zozo and the Kiwi kids to fend off Slade and his forces."
"Budget review time at B.E.T.A. Mountain. Q-Ball has been able to save a lot of money, but Buzzwang used the surplus on other projects and the inspector is convinced they're wasting money. Slade launches an attack, and incapacitates most of the personnel. It's up to Buzzwang, Waldo, Zozo and the Kiwi kids to fend off Slade and his forces."
On this day in 1987 (in the U.S.), Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future aired "A Fire In The Dark." This served as the fifth episode of the program's first (and only) season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Lord Dread seeks out Jessica Morgan, an artist and former acquaintance when he was still Lyman Taggert. He wants her to become the architect of his new machine race. But first her sight, which she lost in an accident 15 years earlier, will have to be restored."
"Lord Dread seeks out Jessica Morgan, an artist and former acquaintance when he was still Lyman Taggert. He wants her to become the architect of his new machine race. But first her sight, which she lost in an accident 15 years earlier, will have to be restored."
On this day in 1989 (in the United Kingdom), Doctor Who aired "Ghost Light: Part 3." This served as the seventh episode in the program's twenty-sixth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Doctor attempts to convince Light to put an end to Smith's schemes but instead Light aims to put an end to Earth's evolution."
"The Doctor attempts to convince Light to put an end to Smith's schemes but instead Light aims to put an end to Earth's evolution."
On this day in 1996 (in the U.S.), The X-Files aired "Teliko." This served as the third episode in the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Mulder believes a creature from an African folktale may be responsible for the disappearance of several black men in the Philadelphia area."
"Mulder believes a creature from an African folktale may be responsible for the disappearance of several black men in the Philadelphia area."
On this day in 1999 (in the U.S.), Gene Roddenberry's Earth: Final Conflict aired "Emancipation." This served as the third episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A group posing as volunteers attacks using a stolen skrill prototype that does not require an implant to control. It is discovered that the skrill queen is also missing. The investigation leads to a resistance group called Black Wednesday."
"A group posing as volunteers attacks using a stolen skrill prototype that does not require an implant to control. It is discovered that the skrill queen is also missing. The investigation leads to a resistance group called Black Wednesday."
Tom Paris got to 'strut his stuff' behind the console of the Delta Flyer in the Star Trek: Voyager episode titled "Drive." It first aired on this day in 2000 (in the U.S.).
On this day in 2003 (in the U.S.), Starhunter 2300 continued to blaze its trail through its second season re-invention. The tenth episode of this TV season for them was titled "Skin Deep," and here's the plot summary as provided by our friends over at Wikipedia.org:
"On Clarke Station, Callie reconnects with an old friend named Lena Bannen, the daughter of a successful holo-mag publisher, but she quickly stumbles into trouble when a pair of bounty hunters comes for Lena. Once safe on the Tulip, Travis begins an investigation and learns the Mars Federation is accusing Lena of the murder of a plastic surgeon, but she denies the charges. The evidence against her seems solid and Rudolpho encourages Travis to cash in on the bounty, but Travis grows attracted to Lena and he tries to prove her innocence. Meanwhile, with the Tulip headed to Mars, Marcus and Percy are stranded at Syn City where they share a hotel room together and develop an awkward relationship."
"On Clarke Station, Callie reconnects with an old friend named Lena Bannen, the daughter of a successful holo-mag publisher, but she quickly stumbles into trouble when a pair of bounty hunters comes for Lena. Once safe on the Tulip, Travis begins an investigation and learns the Mars Federation is accusing Lena of the murder of a plastic surgeon, but she denies the charges. The evidence against her seems solid and Rudolpho encourages Travis to cash in on the bounty, but Travis grows attracted to Lena and he tries to prove her innocence. Meanwhile, with the Tulip headed to Mars, Marcus and Percy are stranded at Syn City where they share a hotel room together and develop an awkward relationship."
On this day in 2008 (in the U.S.), Primeval aired the fifth episode of the program's second season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"An anomaly in a drainage pipe leads a young girl chasing her dog into a bleak, sandy past landscape filled with burrowing monsters."
"An anomaly in a drainage pipe leads a young girl chasing her dog into a bleak, sandy past landscape filled with burrowing monsters."
On this day in 2012 (in the United Kingdom), Red Dwarf aired "Lemons." This served as the third episode in the program's tenth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Whilst attempting to construct a Swedish flat-pack rejuvenation shower the crew accidentally transport themselves back to the year A.D. 23. In order to power their returner remote they need lemons to make a battery and ,in a Middle Eastern market,meet a friendly young man called Jesus. When Jesus complains of demons on his back the crew successfully teleport him and themselves back to 'Red Dwarf' for an operation but reading of his future fate causes Jesus to return to Earth and behave in a very unchristian manner. The team go after him and learn that Jesus is a commoner name than they had thought."
"Whilst attempting to construct a Swedish flat-pack rejuvenation shower the crew accidentally transport themselves back to the year A.D. 23. In order to power their returner remote they need lemons to make a battery and ,in a Middle Eastern market,meet a friendly young man called Jesus. When Jesus complains of demons on his back the crew successfully teleport him and themselves back to 'Red Dwarf' for an operation but reading of his future fate causes Jesus to return to Earth and behave in a very unchristian manner. The team go after him and learn that Jesus is a commoner name than they had thought."
On this day in 2016, The Art And Making Of The Flash was released to the marketplace via Titan Books. The volume was penned by Abbie Bernstein, and here's the info regarding its content from Amazon.com:
"Packed with exclusive production art and behind-the-scenes photography, The Art and Making of The Flash is the ultimate resource for fans of the superhero speedster. Find out what goes into making the heroes and villains of this smash hit Warner Bros. show, get in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, and explore a treasure trove of weapons and gadgets. From production secrets to costume design to special effects, everything you ever wanted to know about the show is right here in these pages."
"Packed with exclusive production art and behind-the-scenes photography, The Art and Making of The Flash is the ultimate resource for fans of the superhero speedster. Find out what goes into making the heroes and villains of this smash hit Warner Bros. show, get in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, and explore a treasure trove of weapons and gadgets. From production secrets to costume design to special effects, everything you ever wanted to know about the show is right here in these pages."
On this day in 2016, the updated version of The Star Trek Encyclopedia from Michael and Denise Okuda was released by Harper Design. According to our friends at Amazon.com, here's what you need to know about this massive tome:
"In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the classic show, a fully authorized revision of the popular reference companion: a two-volume encyclopedia featuring a completely new design, stunning new full-color photographs and illustrations, and 300 pages of new entries, packaged in a specially designed and shrink-wrapped deluxe slipcase."
"In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the classic show, a fully authorized revision of the popular reference companion: a two-volume encyclopedia featuring a completely new design, stunning new full-color photographs and illustrations, and 300 pages of new entries, packaged in a specially designed and shrink-wrapped deluxe slipcase."
