"Collaborators" -- the fifth episode in the third season of the new-fangled Battlestar Galactica which aired on this day in 2006 -- saw the survivors of New Caprica reunited with the remainder of the Colonial fleet.
Herschel Daugherty was a workhorse of direction within the television industry, contributing to an incredible number of franchises yet only a few genre properties. His contributions include work in Irwin Allen's The Time Tunnel, Gene Roddenberry's Star Trek, and the popular 1970's SciFi juggernaut The Six Million Dollar Man. Within his lifetime, the man was even nominated for a few television Emmys. Though he's no longer with us, Daugherty was born on this day in 1910.
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Leif Erickson (above left) enjoyed a prominent role aboard 1953's seminal SciFi feature Invaders From Mars. He also sports work aboard The Six Million Dollar Man: The Solid Gold Kidnapping (1973), The Fantastic Journey, and Project U.F.O. Though he's no longer with us, Erickson was born on this day in 1911.
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Unless I miss my guess, I'm the only person alive who actually enjoyed the TV Miniseries adaptation of Stephen King's Apocalypse epic, The Stand, for which the fantastic Ruby Dee ably brought 'Mother Abagail Freemantle' to life. Though she's no longer with us, Dee was born on this day in 1922.
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Actor and writer Michel Galabru had a prominent role in 1986's Kamikaze, the tale of mad scientist creating a means to assassinate people via television waves. Though he's no longer with us, Galabru was born on this day in 1922.
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In 2023, I was fortunate to receive a complimentary release copy of Kamikaze via a distributor relationship in exchange for a review on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested in knowing my thoughts on the film? Readers can find them right here.
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In 2023, I was fortunate to receive a complimentary release copy of Kamikaze via a distributor relationship in exchange for a review on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested in knowing my thoughts on the film? Readers can find them right here.
Steve Sandor leaves behind a resume reasonably rich in genre work. His background boasts work aboard Star Trek, Matt Helm (TV), Tales of the Unexpected, The Six Million Dollar Man, Fire and Ice (animated), Stryker (1983), Knight Rider, and Superman: The Animated Series. Though he's no longer with us, Sandor was born on this day in 1937.
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Lara Parker enjoyed a guest spot aboard Galactica 1980, TV's kinda/sorta sequel to the original Battlestar Galactica. She also had roles aboard Dark Shadows, The Six Million Dollar Man, and The Incredible Hulk. Parker was born on this day in 1938.
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Funnyman John Cleese took time off from joking around to play a serious role as Professor Barnhardt in the 2008 remake of The Day The Earth Stood Still. Cleese was born on this day in 1939.
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The late Carrie Snodgress leaves behind a legacy of over sixty screen roles. Genre fans might recognize her from work in The Fury (1978), The X-Files, and Phantom 2040 (animated). Though she's no longer with us, Snodgress was born on this day in 1945. [Source: IMDB.com]
Award-winning director Ivan Reitman leaves a resume rich for fans and observers to study in the years ahead. He's certainly remembered more for his cinematic journeys in Comedy, mostly, but a few of them definitely strayed into genre material. Fans know him best for Ghostbusters (1984), Ghostbusters II (1989), and Evolution (2001). Though he's no longer with us, Reitman was born on this day in 1946.
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I wrote a few words to commemorate the director on his passing in 2022. Interested readers can find them right here.
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For the record:
I wrote a few words to commemorate the director on his passing in 2022. Interested readers can find them right here.
You made an appearance in a Star Wars film? Then you make an appearance here on SciFiHistory.Net! Early in his acting career, Angus MacInnes appeared as 'Gold Leader' in that little flick that revolutionized an industry. Those with good eyes might also recognize him from roles aboard Space:1999, Superman II, Outland, Spasms, Judge Dredd, Space Island One, and Hellboy. MacInnes was born on this day in 1947.
Veteran television director James L. Conway has a record that every genre fan should appreciate. He's contributed to such properties as Star Trek: The Next Generation, Legend, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Enterprise, Charmed, Supernatural, The Magicians, and The Orville among many other more conventional programs. Conway was born on this day in 1950.
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Back in the beginning of his career in the entertainment industry, Conway received a 1981 Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his work in bringing The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow to the small screen with young star Jeff Goldblum.
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In early 2024, I had the good fortune of receiving a complimentary Blu-ray of The Boogens (1981) which Mr. Conway directed. Interested in my thoughts on the project? Readers can find them right here.
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Back in the beginning of his career in the entertainment industry, Conway received a 1981 Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his work in bringing The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow to the small screen with young star Jeff Goldblum.
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In early 2024, I had the good fortune of receiving a complimentary Blu-ray of The Boogens (1981) which Mr. Conway directed. Interested in my thoughts on the project? Readers can find them right here.
Gotta confess: I was really split on Star Trek: Voyager's character of the Holographic Doctor (aka Dr. Zimmerman). Half the time, I thought they made good use of his quirks, interests, and passions; but the other half the time, he seemed like an all-too-convenient plot device. But at all times I had nothing but respect for the work of Robert Picardo, a man who's built an impressive career out of small but memorable performances. Mr. Picardo was born on this day back in 1953.
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While we've been watching him work, Picardo has gone on to become one of the more celebrated actors of our time. Presently, his IMDB.com indicates that he's received an incredible sixteen award wins for his work. Granted, not all of this has been in the realm of genre entertainment, but I still think it's grand that we have with his esteemed talent all too happy to traffic in our various realms. I'd be a fool if I failed to mention that -- so far as Star Trek: Voyager goes -- he did received a 2000 Saturn Award nomination in the category of 'Best Genre TV Supporting Actor,' a well-deserved recognition of his contribution to the Gene Roddenberry legacy.
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In 2022, I caught a broadcast airing of The Howling (1981) -- in which Picardo played a role -- when it made the rounds on pay cable. Interested readers can find my review right here.
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While we've been watching him work, Picardo has gone on to become one of the more celebrated actors of our time. Presently, his IMDB.com indicates that he's received an incredible sixteen award wins for his work. Granted, not all of this has been in the realm of genre entertainment, but I still think it's grand that we have with his esteemed talent all too happy to traffic in our various realms. I'd be a fool if I failed to mention that -- so far as Star Trek: Voyager goes -- he did received a 2000 Saturn Award nomination in the category of 'Best Genre TV Supporting Actor,' a well-deserved recognition of his contribution to the Gene Roddenberry legacy.
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2022, I caught a broadcast airing of The Howling (1981) -- in which Picardo played a role -- when it made the rounds on pay cable. Interested readers can find my review right here.
I thought I had first known British actor Peter Firth from the BBC's Spooks (aka MI-5), but actually I had forgotten his star turn in Lifeforce (1985). Firth did the best he could to chew scenery as the tough and savvy government agent back then, but the script left an awful lot to the imagination. Firth was born on this day in 1953.
Even today, I firmly believe that 1978's Superman - The Movie remains one of the very best comics-to-film adaptations, and much of that is due to the work of all its players, big and small. Jeff East brought the young incarnation of Clark Kent -- the one struggling to understand his place in our world -- to terrific life in the earlier portion of the motion picture. East was born on this day in 1957.
The delicious Deborah Barrymore (aka Deborah Moore) has flirted with some quality genre projects, including work in Warriors of the Apocalypse (1985), Mann & Machine, Quantum Leap, Die Another Day (2002), Tales of the Fourth Dimension (2009), and some voicework aboard Star Wars: Battlefront (2015). Barrymore was born on this day in 1963.
Elias Toufexis is one busy guy. According to IMDB.com, he's only been in the acting biz since 2004, but in that time he's booked appearances on such genre properties as Stephen King's Dead Zone, Blade: The Series, Supernatural, Stargate: Atlantis, Flash Gordon, Eureka, Lost Girl, Smallville, Alphas, Bitten, The Expanse, and much, much more. Toufexis was born on this day in 1975.
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What would Science Fiction be without its tough but tender female characters? Thank goodness we'll never know! Alexis Zibolis (pictured above) may not have a household name, but she does have a gun in her hand while fighting off Plaguers (2008). Zibolis was born on this day in 1979.
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Actress (and stunning blonde!) Emilie Ullerup burst onto the fandom scene with a solid part in Syfy's Battlestar Galactica, but she truly found her footing as one of the cast of Syfy's Sanctuary for its first two seasons. Since that time, she's gone on to great work on Smallville, Supernatural, and Almost Human, but I for one would love to see her get a new SciFi franchise. Ullerup was born on this day in 1984.
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On this day in 1931 (in Italy), it was the end of the world as we know it when End Of The World enjoyed its theatrical release. Written (in part) and directed by Abel Gance, this French-language SciFi/Drama starred Colette Darfeuil, Sylvie Gance, and Jeanne Brindeau. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The two Novalic brothers, Jean and Martial, are in love with the same woman, Genevieve. Jean is an impoverished actor and an idealistic dreamer, who does not want Genevieve to share in his life of suffering. Martial is an internationally-respected astronomer who discovers the return of Lexell's Comet, on a collision course for Earth. Meanwhile, the rich play while the world is arming for war. Martial decides to use the impending threat of world destruction to reorganize and improve global society. But he is opposed by the rich financiers and government officials who stand to lose their power and influence."
"The two Novalic brothers, Jean and Martial, are in love with the same woman, Genevieve. Jean is an impoverished actor and an idealistic dreamer, who does not want Genevieve to share in his life of suffering. Martial is an internationally-respected astronomer who discovers the return of Lexell's Comet, on a collision course for Earth. Meanwhile, the rich play while the world is arming for war. Martial decides to use the impending threat of world destruction to reorganize and improve global society. But he is opposed by the rich financiers and government officials who stand to lose their power and influence."
A star is born! On this day in 1933 (in Germany), The Tunnel began its service ... cinematically, that is. Adapted (in part) from the Bernhard Kellerman novel and directed by Curtis Bernhardt, the SciFi/Drama starred Paul Hartmann, Attila Hörbiger, and Olly von Flint; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"An engineer is hired to plan and oversee the construction of a undersea tunnel between Europe and the US. However, certain interests don't want to see the tunnel built and use every means at their disposal, including sabotage and murder, to stop its construction."
"An engineer is hired to plan and oversee the construction of a undersea tunnel between Europe and the US. However, certain interests don't want to see the tunnel built and use every means at their disposal, including sabotage and murder, to stop its construction."
A star is born! On this day in 1965, Monster Of Terror (aka Colour Out Of Space or Die, Monster, Die!) reared its monstery head for audiences. Adapted by Jerry Sohl from an H.P. Lovecraft story, the Horror/SciFi feature starred Boris Karloff, Nick Adams, and Suzan Farmer; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A young man visits his fiancée's estate to discover that her wheelchair-bound scientist father has discovered a meteorite that emits mutating radiation rays that have turned the plants in his greenhouse to giants. When his own wife falls victim to this mysterious power, the old man takes it upon himself to destroy the glowing object with disastrous results."
For the record:
Based on what I've seen over on Blu-ray.com, it looks like Shout Factory released a bare-bones version of Die, Monster, Die for home video consumption in 2014. Interested parties can check out their product review right here.
"A young man visits his fiancée's estate to discover that her wheelchair-bound scientist father has discovered a meteorite that emits mutating radiation rays that have turned the plants in his greenhouse to giants. When his own wife falls victim to this mysterious power, the old man takes it upon himself to destroy the glowing object with disastrous results."
For the record:
Based on what I've seen over on Blu-ray.com, it looks like Shout Factory released a bare-bones version of Die, Monster, Die for home video consumption in 2014. Interested parties can check out their product review right here.
On this day in 1965 (in the U.S.), Planet Of The Vampires sunk its teeth into interested audience members. Directed by Mario Bava, the film starred Barry Sullivan, Norma Bengell, and Ángel Aranda; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After landing on a mysterious planet, a team of astronauts begin to turn on each other, swayed by the uncertain influence of the planet and its strange inhabitants."
"After landing on a mysterious planet, a team of astronauts begin to turn on each other, swayed by the uncertain influence of the planet and its strange inhabitants."
On this day in 1977, the original Star Wars finally went down under ... Australia, that is ... as the motion picture premiered on that continent. The film starred Mark Hamill and Alec Guinness, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee, and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle-station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader."
"Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee, and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle-station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader."
Look out! It's the Apocalypse! On this day in 1984 (in the Philippines), the end came alive again aboard Rush. Written (in part) and directed by Tonino Ricci, the feature starred Bruno Minniti and Laura Trotter, and here's the plot summary as listed on IMDB.com:
"In a post-nuclear holocaust world, a survivor roams the desert, fighting bandits and the forces of an evil warlord."
"In a post-nuclear holocaust world, a survivor roams the desert, fighting bandits and the forces of an evil warlord."
A star is born ... but you'd better not play with this one! On this day in 1986 (in Italy), Dolls was screened for the folks in attendance of MIFED, a film festival centered around selling the rights for various TV and theatrical properties of its era. (Though I could be wrong, I believe it's now defunct.) Directed by Stuart Gordon from a story by Ed Naha, the Horror/Fantasy starred Ian Patrick Williams, Carolyn Purdy-Gordon, and Carrie Lorraine. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A dysfunctional family of three stop by a mansion during a storm -- father, stepmother, and child. The child discovers that the elderly owners are magical toy makers and have a haunted collection of dolls."
For the record:
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In 2023, I was fortunate to receive -- via a distributor relationship -- a complimentary copy of Dolls included in an all-new home video release celebrating the library of Empire Pictures. Interested in knowing my thoughts on the film? Readers can find my review right here.
"A dysfunctional family of three stop by a mansion during a storm -- father, stepmother, and child. The child discovers that the elderly owners are magical toy makers and have a haunted collection of dolls."
For the record:
- At the 1987 Fantafestival (held in Rome, Italy), Dolls won the coveted title of 'Best Special Effects' among the submissions.
- At the 1988 Young Artists Awards, young Carrie Lorraine enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Young Actress In A Horror Picture.'
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In 2023, I was fortunate to receive -- via a distributor relationship -- a complimentary copy of Dolls included in an all-new home video release celebrating the library of Empire Pictures. Interested in knowing my thoughts on the film? Readers can find my review right here.
On this day in 1989 (in Portugal), it looks like somebody on screen had a really, really, really bad day in Bad Dreams. Written (in part) and directed by Andrew Fleming, the Horror/Fantasy starred Jennifer Rubin, Bruce Abbott, and Richard Lynch. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The lone survivor of a suicide cult wakes from a thirteen-year coma in a psychiatric ward, where other patients suddenly start dying under mysterious and gruesome circumstances."
"The lone survivor of a suicide cult wakes from a thirteen-year coma in a psychiatric ward, where other patients suddenly start dying under mysterious and gruesome circumstances."
On this day in 1990 (in Portugal), Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure took audiences on a comic trip through time. Directed by Stephen Herek, the feature gave Keanu Reeves one of the earliest hits, pairing him up with a goofy Alex Winter in the winning premise of two dudes just trying to get through high school and maybe even save the world. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Two seemingly dumb teens set off on a quest to prepare the ultimate historical presentation with the help of a time machine."
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I've always been pleased as punch to consider Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure one of SciFi and Fantasy's smaller franchises. And, yes, it certainly is a franchise as it gave birth to not only a popular animated television series as well as a short-lived live action one but also a pair of big screen sequels: Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey (1991) and Bill & Ted Face The Music (2020). That's no small affair in the modern era of filmmaking. Though the quality of the content has varied, I think the original maintains its charm even today. Lastly, it did enjoy a 1991 Saturn Award nomination in the category of 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"Two seemingly dumb teens set off on a quest to prepare the ultimate historical presentation with the help of a time machine."
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I've always been pleased as punch to consider Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure one of SciFi and Fantasy's smaller franchises. And, yes, it certainly is a franchise as it gave birth to not only a popular animated television series as well as a short-lived live action one but also a pair of big screen sequels: Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey (1991) and Bill & Ted Face The Music (2020). That's no small affair in the modern era of filmmaking. Though the quality of the content has varied, I think the original maintains its charm even today. Lastly, it did enjoy a 1991 Saturn Award nomination in the category of 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
On this day in 1994 (in Russia), the 1984-produced Access Code enjoyed a home video release on VHS. (Ask your parents, kiddos.) Directed by Mark Sobel from a story by Stanley Richards, the SciFi/Thriller starred Martin Landau, Michael Ansara, and Macdonald Carey. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A secret organisation gains control over the American nuclear weapons. A journalist ventures out to stop them."
"A secret organisation gains control over the American nuclear weapons. A journalist ventures out to stop them."
A star is born! On this day in 2001 (in Japan), Impostor enjoyed its first theatrical exhibition ever. Directed by Gary Fleder, the SciFi feature starred Gary Sinise, Madeleine Stowe, and Mekhi Phifer; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"In the future, an alien race uses androids as bombs to attack Earth. A government weapons specialist is accused of being one such android and sets out to prove his innocence."
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Methinks it's always helpful to understand where some SciFi prospects come from, and in that respect I'm thrilled to share that Impostor is an adaptation of the Philip K. Dick short story, "The Impostor." In 2002, the film was nominated for 'Best Film' from the Fantasporto film festival.
"In the future, an alien race uses androids as bombs to attack Earth. A government weapons specialist is accused of being one such android and sets out to prove his innocence."
For the record:
Methinks it's always helpful to understand where some SciFi prospects come from, and in that respect I'm thrilled to share that Impostor is an adaptation of the Philip K. Dick short story, "The Impostor." In 2002, the film was nominated for 'Best Film' from the Fantasporto film festival.
A star is born! On this day in 2003 (in the U.S.), audiences in the good city of Los Angeles, California were treated to the silver screen theatrical premiere of The Matrix Revolutions wherein all was revealed, questions were answered, and heads were scratched. Written and directed by The Wachowskis, the SciFi/Thriller starred Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Laurence Fishburne. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The human city of Zion defends itself against the massive invasion of the machines as Neo fights to end the war at another front while also opposing the rogue Agent Smith."
For the record:
At the 2005 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), The Matrix Revolutions enjoyed three nominations in traditional categories and a curious fourth one: the film was nominated in the categories of 'Best Special Effects,' 'Best Costumes,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film' and actor Clayton Watson received a nod in the category of 'Cinescape Genre Face Of The Future' Award.
"The human city of Zion defends itself against the massive invasion of the machines as Neo fights to end the war at another front while also opposing the rogue Agent Smith."
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At the 2005 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), The Matrix Revolutions enjoyed three nominations in traditional categories and a curious fourth one: the film was nominated in the categories of 'Best Special Effects,' 'Best Costumes,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film' and actor Clayton Watson received a nod in the category of 'Cinescape Genre Face Of The Future' Award.
On this day in 2007 (in Finland), the 1977-produced Starship Invasions played for audiences in attendance of the Night Visions Film Festival. Written and directed by Ed Hunt, the SciFi feature starred Christopher Lee, Robert Vaughn, and Helen Shaver; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"An advance team from a dying, far-off civilization seeks a new world to conquer and inhabit -- Earth."
"An advance team from a dying, far-off civilization seeks a new world to conquer and inhabit -- Earth."
A star is born! On this day in 2009, 2012: Supernova blasted into existence. This home video release starred Brian Krause and Heather McComb, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"A scientist, races against a deadline to place a shield between the Earth and the oncoming blast-wave from a Supernova. As well as the efforts of doom cult to sabotage the project believing it to be God's Will Course" and allow the population of the Earth to be consumed by the intense radiation in the wave."
"A scientist, races against a deadline to place a shield between the Earth and the oncoming blast-wave from a Supernova. As well as the efforts of doom cult to sabotage the project believing it to be God's Will Course" and allow the population of the Earth to be consumed by the intense radiation in the wave."
A star is born! On this day in 2009 (in the U.S.), Battlestar Galactica: The Plan enjoyed its release on home video. Written by Jane Espenson and directed by Edward James Olmos, the SciFi/Thriller starred Dean Stockwell, Michael Trucco, and Grace Park. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When the initial Cylon attack against the Twelve Colonies fails to achieve complete extermination of human life as planned, twin Number Ones (Cavils) embedded on Galactica and Caprica must improvise to destroy the human survivors."
"When the initial Cylon attack against the Twelve Colonies fails to achieve complete extermination of human life as planned, twin Number Ones (Cavils) embedded on Galactica and Caprica must improvise to destroy the human survivors."
On this day in 2011 (in Argentina), the Fantasy-themed Bloodrayne: The Third Reich premiered on home video. The feature starred Natassia Malthe and Brendan Fletcher, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Rayne fights against the Nazis in Europe during World War II, encountering Ekart Brand, a Nazi leader whose target is to inject Adolf Hitler with Rayne's blood in an attempt to transform him into a dhampir and attain immortality."
"Rayne fights against the Nazis in Europe during World War II, encountering Ekart Brand, a Nazi leader whose target is to inject Adolf Hitler with Rayne's blood in an attempt to transform him into a dhampir and attain immortality."
A star is born! On this day in 2013 (in the United Kingdom), Crimson Winter opted for something more than a cool reception with audiences. Written (in part) and directed by Bryan Ferriter, the Fantasy/Drama starred Nick Milodragovich, Paulie Rojas, and Ryan Pfeiffer. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Humans massacred their race, wrote them out of history, and pushed them into myth... Now in the midst of a Vampire civil war, an exiled Vampire prince has escaped into the mountains of the new America, building a hidden army for revenge against his family. Years later, in the dead of winter, a group of grad students start their research on the disappearance of wildlife in those very mountains. When they come close to the truth, they begin the fight for their own survival. As the fight escalates, the Vampire prince descends upon the conflict. He is forced to visit his dark past as the fates of the student's are decided."
"Humans massacred their race, wrote them out of history, and pushed them into myth... Now in the midst of a Vampire civil war, an exiled Vampire prince has escaped into the mountains of the new America, building a hidden army for revenge against his family. Years later, in the dead of winter, a group of grad students start their research on the disappearance of wildlife in those very mountains. When they come close to the truth, they begin the fight for their own survival. As the fight escalates, the Vampire prince descends upon the conflict. He is forced to visit his dark past as the fates of the student's are decided."
On this day in 2016, the SciFi/Thriller Lost Solace had its premiere at the Horrorthon Festival Dublin. The feature starred Andrew Jenkins and Melissa Roxburgh, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Spence Cutler is a psychopath. He's never felt empathy or guilt. However, a fateful encounter with a new drug is about to give him a dose of too much reality, and he takes a mind-bending trip down the psychedelic highway of consciousness to come face to face with his own morality and his own twisted soul."
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I haven't seen this one, but it does look as though while audiences never embraced it the festival types did. In 2017, actress Leah Gibson took home the 'Best Supporting Performance by a Female in a Motion Picture' from the Leo Awards. At the 2017 Canadian Film Fest, the film took home two trophies, one for 'Best Cinematography' and one for 'William F Whites Reel Canadian Indie.' Lastly, the film scored an 'Honorable Mention' from the 2017 Boston Science Fiction Film Festival.
"Spence Cutler is a psychopath. He's never felt empathy or guilt. However, a fateful encounter with a new drug is about to give him a dose of too much reality, and he takes a mind-bending trip down the psychedelic highway of consciousness to come face to face with his own morality and his own twisted soul."
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I haven't seen this one, but it does look as though while audiences never embraced it the festival types did. In 2017, actress Leah Gibson took home the 'Best Supporting Performance by a Female in a Motion Picture' from the Leo Awards. At the 2017 Canadian Film Fest, the film took home two trophies, one for 'Best Cinematography' and one for 'William F Whites Reel Canadian Indie.' Lastly, the film scored an 'Honorable Mention' from the 2017 Boston Science Fiction Film Festival.
A star is born! On this day in 2018 (in the U.S.), Dead In The Water brought its particular brand of Horror to the small screen. Directed by Sheldon Wilson, the telefilm starred Tanya van Graan, Amy Louise Wilson, and Bianca Simone Mannie. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The members of a ship's all female crew are forced to fight for their lives against an unknown enemy while stranded in the middle of a massive storm 600 miles from shore."
"The members of a ship's all female crew are forced to fight for their lives against an unknown enemy while stranded in the middle of a massive storm 600 miles from shore."
A star is born! On this day in 2021 (in the United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria, and whole host of countries too numerous to mention), No One Sleeps In The Woods Tonight 2 enjoyed its dawn on streaming platforms for consumers to consume. Written (in part) and directed by Bartosz M. Kowalski, the Horror/Comedy starred Mateusz Wieclawek, Julia Wieniawa-Narkiewicz, and Zofia Wichlacz. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When something horrible happens to the only survivor of a bloody massacre, an insecure rookie cop must overcome his fears to stop further carnage."
"When something horrible happens to the only survivor of a bloody massacre, an insecure rookie cop must overcome his fears to stop further carnage."
On this day in 1961 (in the U.S.), The Twilight Zone aired "The Grave." This served as the seventh episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Old West lawman Conny Miller visits the grave of a man who he failed to track down to prove he was never afraid of him but gets more than he bargained for."
"Old West lawman Conny Miller visits the grave of a man who he failed to track down to prove he was never afraid of him but gets more than he bargained for."
On this day in 1965 (in the U.S.), "My Friend, Mr. Nobody" saw Lost In Space's Penny Robinson striking up an unlikely friendship with little more than a deep voice in an alien cave.
On this day in 1966 (in the U.S.), Captain Kirk and the crew of the Starship Enterprise met "Miri," the eighth episode of StarTrek's first season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The Enterprise discovers a planet exactly like Earth, but the only inhabitants are children who contract a fatal disease upon entering puberty."
"The Enterprise discovers a planet exactly like Earth, but the only inhabitants are children who contract a fatal disease upon entering puberty."
I have always (always) hated those special holiday-themed episodes of my regular viewing pleasures, and the second season stinker of Star Trek (TOS) titled "Catspaw" is no exception. (Who knows? Maybe this is exactly 'why' I hate 'em!) Clearly, it was intended to be a Halloween-themed show of Star Trek ... but I ask you, "Who celebrates Halloween in space?" This boldly went nowhere and nowhere fast! It first aired on this day back in 1967 (in the U.S.).
On this day in 1973 (in Canada), The Starlost aired "And Only Man Is Vile." This served as the sixth episode of the program's first (and only) season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The trio discover an empty 'leisure' biosphere. Behind the scenes a ruthless scientist works to produce humans strong and savage enough to survive anything they may find on their new home - at the expense of friendship and trust."
"The trio discover an empty 'leisure' biosphere. Behind the scenes a ruthless scientist works to produce humans strong and savage enough to survive anything they may find on their new home - at the expense of friendship and trust."
On this day in 1973 (in the U.S.), "The Magicks of Megas-Tu" aired as the eighth episode of Star Trek: The Animated Series's first season. According to our friends over at Trekcore.com, here's the plot summary:
"On a mission to investigate the theory of creation, the Enterprise is pulled to the center of the galaxy by Lucien, a devil-like creature who bestows the crew with magic powers. However, when the crew misuses their powers, Lucien is accused of brining evil to his planet of Megas-Tu."
"On a mission to investigate the theory of creation, the Enterprise is pulled to the center of the galaxy by Lucien, a devil-like creature who bestows the crew with magic powers. However, when the crew misuses their powers, Lucien is accused of brining evil to his planet of Megas-Tu."
On this day in 1974 (in Japan), Star Blazers continued blazing its trail into television history, airing an adventure titled "Underground City." According to our friends at TV.com, here's the plot summary:
"Wildstar learns the meaning of the encrypted message."
"Wildstar learns the meaning of the encrypted message."
On this day in 1976 (in the U.S.), part one of a two-part crossover event aired on The Bionic Woman with "Kill Oscar: Part 1." This served as the fifth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Ex-OSI scientist Dr. Franklin is being backed by foreign powers to steal the experimental weather control device he once worked on. To do so, he devices a plan to replace the secretaries of the six most important men in the OSI with Fembot duplicates. First up are Rudy Well's secretary Lynda Rosand and Oscar Goldman's right hand woman Peggy Callahan. However, the Fembots have an unnerving effect on Jaime Sommer's bionic hearing."
"Ex-OSI scientist Dr. Franklin is being backed by foreign powers to steal the experimental weather control device he once worked on. To do so, he devices a plan to replace the secretaries of the six most important men in the OSI with Fembot duplicates. First up are Rudy Well's secretary Lynda Rosand and Oscar Goldman's right hand woman Peggy Callahan. However, the Fembots have an unnerving effect on Jaime Sommer's bionic hearing."
On this day in 1976 (in the United Kingdom), Star Maidens aired "What Have They Done to the Rain?" It was the ninth episode of the cult program's only season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Rudi is labouring on the surface when rain starts reacting catastrophically with toxic waste in the soil, threatening the whole civilisation. Rudi knows why, but will the Council listen to a man?"
"Rudi is labouring on the surface when rain starts reacting catastrophically with toxic waste in the soil, threatening the whole civilisation. Rudi knows why, but will the Council listen to a man?"
On this day in 1979 (in the United Kingdom), Doctor Who aired "The Creature From The Pit: Part 1." Officially, this served as the ninth episode in the program's seventeenth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Answering a distress call, the TARDIS lands on Chloris, a planet choked with abundant vegetation. Discovering a gigantic, fragmented eggshell that's the source of the call, the Doctor and Romana also find themselves under arrest for tramping about in a zone marked for death. Before they can be brought before Lady Adrasta, the matriarchal ruler, for questioning and ceremonious execution, a roving ban of metal-scavenging bandits attack and run off with Romana."
"Answering a distress call, the TARDIS lands on Chloris, a planet choked with abundant vegetation. Discovering a gigantic, fragmented eggshell that's the source of the call, the Doctor and Romana also find themselves under arrest for tramping about in a zone marked for death. Before they can be brought before Lady Adrasta, the matriarchal ruler, for questioning and ceremonious execution, a roving ban of metal-scavenging bandits attack and run off with Romana."
On this day in 1979 (in the U.S.), Jason Of Star Command aired "Through The Stargate." Officially, this served as the seventh episode in the program's second (and final) season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"A spacefarer seeks help repairing his ship from Star Command but his cargo sends Jason, Samantha and Parsafoot into another dimension."
"A spacefarer seeks help repairing his ship from Star Command but his cargo sends Jason, Samantha and Parsafoot into another dimension."
On this day in 1984 (in the U.S.), Airwolf aired "Sins Of The Past." Officially, this served as the sixth episode in the program's second season, and here's the plot summary that's provided by the Airwolf Wiki:
"Hawke and Dominic divert Airwolf on their way to a F.I.R.M. mission so that Dominic can attend the funeral of his daughter whom he has not seen since she was seven. His ex-wife, Lila creates a scene at the funeral and angers Dominic to the point of almost striking her. On his return from the mission, Dominic is arrested as a suspect for the murder of his ex-wife Lila. Hawke must find the true killer to free his friend."
"Hawke and Dominic divert Airwolf on their way to a F.I.R.M. mission so that Dominic can attend the funeral of his daughter whom he has not seen since she was seven. His ex-wife, Lila creates a scene at the funeral and angers Dominic to the point of almost striking her. On his return from the mission, Dominic is arrested as a suspect for the murder of his ex-wife Lila. Hawke must find the true killer to free his friend."
On this day in 1984 (in the United Kingdom), The Tripods aired "Chateau Ricordeau, France: August, 2089 AD." This served as the seventh episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Henry and Beanpole continue on their trip, wondering if Will will catch up with them later. Meanwhile, Will is dealt a shocking blow by his rival for the love of Eloise."
"Henry and Beanpole continue on their trip, wondering if Will will catch up with them later. Meanwhile, Will is dealt a shocking blow by his rival for the love of Eloise."
On this day in 1986 (in the U.S.), The Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers aired "Mothmoose." This (technically) served as the program's thirty-fourth episode (they were aired wildly out of sequence), and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The Mothmoose is highly valued by the Kiwi because its melodies help them grow their crops. When its stolen, they ask for help from B.E.T.A., but with the Rangers occupied on other missions, they can only get help from Buzzwang, and Waldo."
"The Mothmoose is highly valued by the Kiwi because its melodies help them grow their crops. When its stolen, they ask for help from B.E.T.A., but with the Rangers occupied on other missions, they can only get help from Buzzwang, and Waldo."
On this day in 1990 (in the U.S.), Star Trek: The Next Generation aired "Legacy." This served as the sixth episode of the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The crew of the Enterprise enters into orbit around the home planet of their former crew-mate, Tasha Yar, where they encounter her sister."
"The crew of the Enterprise enters into orbit around the home planet of their former crew-mate, Tasha Yar, where they encounter her sister."
On this day in 1990 (in the U.S.), Superboy aired "Neila." This served as the fourth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"A superhuman woman arrives from an alien world in search of husband, causing destruction in her wake. To stop her, Superboy must pass her romantic test, all while teaching her the true meaning of love."
"A superhuman woman arrives from an alien world in search of husband, causing destruction in her wake. To stop her, Superboy must pass her romantic test, all while teaching her the true meaning of love."
On this day in 1990 (in the U.S.), Super Force aired "As God As My Witness." This served as the sixth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as detailed by TV.com:
"A psychotic evangelist escapes from a mental hospital and promptly crime in the area goes on the rise."
"A psychotic evangelist escapes from a mental hospital and promptly crime in the area goes on the rise."
On this day in 1991 (in the U.S.), Super Force aired "Light Around The Body." This served as the fourth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary from TV.com:
"Zach assists Zander who is having uncontrollable visions of a woman in jeopardy."
"Zach assists Zander who is having uncontrollable visions of a woman in jeopardy."
On this day in 1991 (in the U.S.), Superboy aired "The Basement." This served as the fourth episode of the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Lana discovers an alien in her basement who steals her identity."
"Lana discovers an alien in her basement who steals her identity."
On this day in 1992 (in the U.S.), Quantum Leap aired "Star Light, Star Bright." Officially, this served as the sixth episode of the program's fifth (and final) season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Sam leaps into a 79-year-old man who claims to have seen UFOs to save him from being committed and his grandson from dying of a drug overdose."
"Sam leaps into a 79-year-old man who claims to have seen UFOs to save him from being committed and his grandson from dying of a drug overdose."
On this day in 1996 (in the U.S.), The X-Files aired "Unruhe." Officially, this served as the fourth episode of the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The agents hunt for a kidnapper whose mind's eye can be captured on film."
"The agents hunt for a kidnapper whose mind's eye can be captured on film."
On this day in 1997 (in the U.S.), Babylon 5 aired "The Deconstruction Of Falling Stars." Officially, this served as the twenty-second episode in the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"In the distant future, a man examines key moments in the history of Earth, starting with the formation of the Interstellar Alliance on Babylon 5."
"In the distant future, a man examines key moments in the history of Earth, starting with the formation of the Interstellar Alliance on Babylon 5."
On this day in 1997 (in the U.S.), Earth: Final Conflict aired "Avatar." This served as the fourth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as detailed by IMDB.com:
"Boone and Marquette must find James Pike, a mysterious escaped serial killer who rose from the dead."
"Boone and Marquette must find James Pike, a mysterious escaped serial killer who rose from the dead."
On this day in 1997 (in the U.S.), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine aired "Favor the Bold." This was the fifth episode of the program's sixth season. According to our friends over at Memory Alpha, here's what went down:
"Tired of being on the losing end of the war, Captain Sisko convinces Starfleet Command to launch a fleet of starships to retake Deep Space 9. Meanwhile, time may be running out for Rom."
"Tired of being on the losing end of the war, Captain Sisko convinces Starfleet Command to launch a fleet of starships to retake Deep Space 9. Meanwhile, time may be running out for Rom."
On this day in 2003 (in the U.S.), Mutant X aired "The Taking Of Crows." This served as the fifth episode in the program's third (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When Lexa is unknowingly drugged with a lethal substance, the team must race to find the antidote before it's too late."
"When Lexa is unknowingly drugged with a lethal substance, the team must race to find the antidote before it's too late."
On this day in 2006 (in the United States), Doctor Who aired "Rise Of The Cybermen." Officially, this served as fifth episode in the relaunched program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The TARDIS crash lands in London on a parallel world, where Rose's dad is still alive, people are disappearing off the streets and one of the Doctor's deadliest enemies is about to be reborn."
"The TARDIS crash lands in London on a parallel world, where Rose's dad is still alive, people are disappearing off the streets and one of the Doctor's deadliest enemies is about to be reborn."
On this day in 2008 (in the United Kingdom), The Sarah Jane Adventures aired "Secrets of the Stars - Part 2." This served as the sixth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Martin explains that the Ancient Lights, the beings in the shooting star, have selected him as their chosen one to create a new world run by them. Using a radio broadcast he starts to control people all over the world by their star signs to make them compliant. Luke, however, does not have a star sign as he was created, rather than born, can withstand and eventually destroys Martin's control, freeing everybody. Rather than go back to his old life Martin opts to be transformed into a star while Sarah Jane declares the date to be Luke's birthday."
"Martin explains that the Ancient Lights, the beings in the shooting star, have selected him as their chosen one to create a new world run by them. Using a radio broadcast he starts to control people all over the world by their star signs to make them compliant. Luke, however, does not have a star sign as he was created, rather than born, can withstand and eventually destroys Martin's control, freeing everybody. Rather than go back to his old life Martin opts to be transformed into a star while Sarah Jane declares the date to be Luke's birthday."
On this day in 2016 (in the United Kingdom), Zapped aired the third episode of its first (and only) season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"With the amulet seemingly out of reach, Brian finds another way home when a fire sprite grants him a wish. But now Brian has met Effandra, a woman who actually thinks he is cool and interesting. Should he return home or stay in Munty?"
"With the amulet seemingly out of reach, Brian finds another way home when a fire sprite grants him a wish. But now Brian has met Effandra, a woman who actually thinks he is cool and interesting. Should he return home or stay in Munty?"
On this day in 2015, Harper Design released Doctor Who: Impossible Worlds, a 50-year retrospective exploring the art and design work associated to the BBC's long-running Science Fiction program. Here's a blurb regarding the release from Amazon.com:
"Divided thematically, Doctor Who: Impossible Worlds examines the history of the program and its art and set design, and highlights how various re-occurring designs have evolved over time. Chock full of surprising, illuminating, and fascinating information, photographs, and trivia, Doctor Who: Impossible Worlds is essential for every Whovian, whether you're an established fan or are new to the show."
"Divided thematically, Doctor Who: Impossible Worlds examines the history of the program and its art and set design, and highlights how various re-occurring designs have evolved over time. Chock full of surprising, illuminating, and fascinating information, photographs, and trivia, Doctor Who: Impossible Worlds is essential for every Whovian, whether you're an established fan or are new to the show."
On this day in 2015, Halo 5: Guardians finally arrived on retail for exciting gaming enthusiasts. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Peace is shattered when colony worlds are unexpectedly attacked. And when humanity's greatest hero goes missing, Spartan Jameson Locke is tasked with hunting the Master Chief and solving a mystery that threatens the entire galaxy."
"Peace is shattered when colony worlds are unexpectedly attacked. And when humanity's greatest hero goes missing, Spartan Jameson Locke is tasked with hunting the Master Chief and solving a mystery that threatens the entire galaxy."
