Star Trek (ST:XI)
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I literally LOL'd (the 6-pack of stella in me might have something to do with that, though).
BTW, I'm going to see the Wiggles in a couple of weeks. I might even bring my kids.
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Star Trek XI: The Inevitable
By Scott M. Fulton, III
tgdaily.com
Hollywood (CA) - Paramount Pictures made it official this morning: J. J. Abrams, the director of popular television series such as Lost and Alias, and most recently the director of Mission: Impossible III, has been signed on as the lead producer - probably the executive producer - of that last great certainty in the entertainment business, the next Star Trek feature film sequel. No, it's not dead, Jim; to borrow the timeless words of Michael Palin, it was "just resting."
Joining Abrams on the venture, Paramount told Variety Weekly, will be two other producers who currently work with him on Lost. No other crew members were named, and no cast has yet been chosen. Abrams is known among sci-fi and fantasy genre fans as one of the multitude of people serially hired to resurrect the script and production for the next Superman film, only to have the project ripped out of his hands and handed to another director. Reportedly, Abrams would have worked with former rock video director and current director of the TV series Supernatural, McG (a.k.a., Joseph Nichol), to have mildly "rebooted" Superman in the spirit of the original comic book, but with a twist.
A similar "rebooting" has often been suggested for Star Trek throughout the past several years, sometimes with the boot taking on more of the shape of a photon torpedo.
For over a year, fans have held onto a rumor propagated by the screenwriter for the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers, Eric Jendresen, that he was signed on by Paramount to write and perhaps produce the next Trek film. That film would have centered around a new and not previously introduced set of characters, situated in a timeframe prior to that of the last (failed) Trek TV series, Enterprise.
Instead, the story line Paramount has accepted, according to the company itself, is amazingly the same one that has been submitted and resubmitted for the last quarter century, since back when Harve Bennett was producing The Search for Spock. It involves the adolescent James T. Kirk - the original Star Trek captain - during his Starfleet Academy days, and in his first meeting with a young, or at least younger, Spock (Vulcans age more slowly than humans). Curiously enough, this is exactly the story line which actor William Shatner, who immortalized the Kirk role, said in recent talk show appearances (http://www.trekweb.com/articles/2005/11/09/4372a07922f1a.shtml) that he had been pitching to the studio.
Paramount has not said what role Shatner would play in the production, if any, but it also hasn't exactly said that Abrams would be "executive producer," either. It also isn't clear what role Rick Berman, the longtime executive producer of the franchise, would have, although today's Paramount statement dismissing his collaboration with Jendresen as a "rumor" doesn't bode well for him at present.
In a freshly launched poll on the Trek BBS (http://trekbbs.com) - one of the leading independent fan sites - over 40% of respondents were saying they were unimpressed with the reported premise of the new film, with the remainder split between excitement and ambivalence. Some regular users have already dubbed the project "Star Trek: 90210." One of Trek BBS' moderators, whose screen handle is Ptrope, offers yet another moniker:
Putting in the most recognized characters of Star Trek demands that the audience - the fans - compare it to the rest of Trek; if the intent is to break new ground, then they need to, if not reboot the concept, at least create new characters and context with which to expand it. Star Trek: The Wonder Years is, IMO (humble or not), a self-defeating concept. Not only do I have no interest in it, I can't understand why anyone would want to climb into the same characters' back pockets and watch them 'grow up' into that with which we're already familiar. Telling stories about stories is stupid, plain and simple, and prequels that only attempt to explain the original material are exactly that. At least with new characters, the audience isn't constantly filtering what they experience with their own preconceptions of "how it should be"; they may not like what's being done in either case, but at least with original characters, they can concentrate on what exists now and not upon what they've built up in their heads for decades.
But another member, whose screen name is JacksonArcher (the original name for Scott Bakula's character in Enterprise), is somewhat more optimistic:
Along with the hiring of the exceedingly popular JJ Abrams, this concept has a lot of merit. Plus, a lot of people will recognize Abrams' name. He's a TV giant, and any association with his very popular shows will lend this new project some major credibility. Television is one of the most accessible aspects of media and Abrams is a very big name in it.
Plus, if Paramount stages and markets this movie as an event picture, it could really revitalize Trek. A widely known director at the helm and an easily marketable premise equals something very good.
Long-time Trek observers, as well as observers of the ongoing Superman movie fiascos, have pointed out that just because Paramount has green-lighted this project, does not mean it couldn't just as easily go red. But at least for now, the studio's chronometers are set for 2008. Until then, expect a line of Hollywood hopefuls to line up outside Paramount Studios soon, all of whom bear a suspicious resemblance to a young Leonard Nimoy.
By Scott M. Fulton, III
tgdaily.com
Hollywood (CA) - Paramount Pictures made it official this morning: J. J. Abrams, the director of popular television series such as Lost and Alias, and most recently the director of Mission: Impossible III, has been signed on as the lead producer - probably the executive producer - of that last great certainty in the entertainment business, the next Star Trek feature film sequel. No, it's not dead, Jim; to borrow the timeless words of Michael Palin, it was "just resting."
Joining Abrams on the venture, Paramount told Variety Weekly, will be two other producers who currently work with him on Lost. No other crew members were named, and no cast has yet been chosen. Abrams is known among sci-fi and fantasy genre fans as one of the multitude of people serially hired to resurrect the script and production for the next Superman film, only to have the project ripped out of his hands and handed to another director. Reportedly, Abrams would have worked with former rock video director and current director of the TV series Supernatural, McG (a.k.a., Joseph Nichol), to have mildly "rebooted" Superman in the spirit of the original comic book, but with a twist.
A similar "rebooting" has often been suggested for Star Trek throughout the past several years, sometimes with the boot taking on more of the shape of a photon torpedo.
For over a year, fans have held onto a rumor propagated by the screenwriter for the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers, Eric Jendresen, that he was signed on by Paramount to write and perhaps produce the next Trek film. That film would have centered around a new and not previously introduced set of characters, situated in a timeframe prior to that of the last (failed) Trek TV series, Enterprise.
Instead, the story line Paramount has accepted, according to the company itself, is amazingly the same one that has been submitted and resubmitted for the last quarter century, since back when Harve Bennett was producing The Search for Spock. It involves the adolescent James T. Kirk - the original Star Trek captain - during his Starfleet Academy days, and in his first meeting with a young, or at least younger, Spock (Vulcans age more slowly than humans). Curiously enough, this is exactly the story line which actor William Shatner, who immortalized the Kirk role, said in recent talk show appearances (http://www.trekweb.com/articles/2005/11/09/4372a07922f1a.shtml) that he had been pitching to the studio.
Paramount has not said what role Shatner would play in the production, if any, but it also hasn't exactly said that Abrams would be "executive producer," either. It also isn't clear what role Rick Berman, the longtime executive producer of the franchise, would have, although today's Paramount statement dismissing his collaboration with Jendresen as a "rumor" doesn't bode well for him at present.
In a freshly launched poll on the Trek BBS (http://trekbbs.com) - one of the leading independent fan sites - over 40% of respondents were saying they were unimpressed with the reported premise of the new film, with the remainder split between excitement and ambivalence. Some regular users have already dubbed the project "Star Trek: 90210." One of Trek BBS' moderators, whose screen handle is Ptrope, offers yet another moniker:
Putting in the most recognized characters of Star Trek demands that the audience - the fans - compare it to the rest of Trek; if the intent is to break new ground, then they need to, if not reboot the concept, at least create new characters and context with which to expand it. Star Trek: The Wonder Years is, IMO (humble or not), a self-defeating concept. Not only do I have no interest in it, I can't understand why anyone would want to climb into the same characters' back pockets and watch them 'grow up' into that with which we're already familiar. Telling stories about stories is stupid, plain and simple, and prequels that only attempt to explain the original material are exactly that. At least with new characters, the audience isn't constantly filtering what they experience with their own preconceptions of "how it should be"; they may not like what's being done in either case, but at least with original characters, they can concentrate on what exists now and not upon what they've built up in their heads for decades.
But another member, whose screen name is JacksonArcher (the original name for Scott Bakula's character in Enterprise), is somewhat more optimistic:
Along with the hiring of the exceedingly popular JJ Abrams, this concept has a lot of merit. Plus, a lot of people will recognize Abrams' name. He's a TV giant, and any association with his very popular shows will lend this new project some major credibility. Television is one of the most accessible aspects of media and Abrams is a very big name in it.
Plus, if Paramount stages and markets this movie as an event picture, it could really revitalize Trek. A widely known director at the helm and an easily marketable premise equals something very good.
Long-time Trek observers, as well as observers of the ongoing Superman movie fiascos, have pointed out that just because Paramount has green-lighted this project, does not mean it couldn't just as easily go red. But at least for now, the studio's chronometers are set for 2008. Until then, expect a line of Hollywood hopefuls to line up outside Paramount Studios soon, all of whom bear a suspicious resemblance to a young Leonard Nimoy.
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Abrams Says Star Trek Report Inaccurate
Source: Empire Online
April 25, 2006
Empire Online caught up with Mission: Impossible III director J.J. Abrams who said that Friday's report that he will produce and direct the 11th Star Trek feature is not entirely accurate.
"The whole thing was reported entirely without our cooperation," Abrams said. "People learned that I was producing a 'Star Trek' film, that I had an option to direct it, they hear rumors of what the thing was going to be and ran with a story that is not entirely accurate."
Variety said the film will center on the early days of seminal "Trek" characters James T. Kirk and Mr. Spock, including their first meeting at Starfleet Academy and first outer space mission.
But the Lost and Alias creator said that "We've made a pact not to discuss any specifics." Abrams is a big fan of the Original Series, however, so don't be surprised if his film does take place around the era of Kirk and Co. "Those characters are so spectacular. I just think that... you know, they could live again."
Source: Empire Online
April 25, 2006
Empire Online caught up with Mission: Impossible III director J.J. Abrams who said that Friday's report that he will produce and direct the 11th Star Trek feature is not entirely accurate.
"The whole thing was reported entirely without our cooperation," Abrams said. "People learned that I was producing a 'Star Trek' film, that I had an option to direct it, they hear rumors of what the thing was going to be and ran with a story that is not entirely accurate."
Variety said the film will center on the early days of seminal "Trek" characters James T. Kirk and Mr. Spock, including their first meeting at Starfleet Academy and first outer space mission.
But the Lost and Alias creator said that "We've made a pact not to discuss any specifics." Abrams is a big fan of the Original Series, however, so don't be surprised if his film does take place around the era of Kirk and Co. "Those characters are so spectacular. I just think that... you know, they could live again."
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Abrams and Shatner on Star Trek XI
Source: Entertainment Weekly, SCI FI Wire
January 11, 2007
Both J.J. Abrams and William Shatner have been talking about Star Trek XI, targeted for a 2008 release. Abrams ("Lost," Mission: Impossible III) confirmed to Entertainment Weekly that the script is done, and it will be trimmed sometime soon.
Abrams said it's a story that even non-Trekkers can enjoy. "On the one hand, for people who love Star Trek, the fix that they will get will be really satisfying," he said. "For people who've never seen it or know it vaguely, I think they will enjoy it equally, because the movie does not require you to know anything about Star Trek. I would actually prefer [that] people don't know the series, because I feel like they will come to it with an open mind."
Meanwhile, SCI FI Wire caught up with William Shatner, who says the 11th movie will indeed deal with the early years of Capt. James T. Kirk and Spock - and that he will definitely appear in the movie if director J.J. Abrams can find a place to use him. Shatner, who originated the role of Kirk in the original Trek series and several subsequent films, said in the interview that he was invited to meet with Abrams.
"I met with J.J., and they told me they would like me to be part of their film, but they have to write the role," Shatner said. And confirming the rumors, Shatner added, "Yes, we know the story is based on young Kirk."
Source: Entertainment Weekly, SCI FI Wire
January 11, 2007
Both J.J. Abrams and William Shatner have been talking about Star Trek XI, targeted for a 2008 release. Abrams ("Lost," Mission: Impossible III) confirmed to Entertainment Weekly that the script is done, and it will be trimmed sometime soon.
Abrams said it's a story that even non-Trekkers can enjoy. "On the one hand, for people who love Star Trek, the fix that they will get will be really satisfying," he said. "For people who've never seen it or know it vaguely, I think they will enjoy it equally, because the movie does not require you to know anything about Star Trek. I would actually prefer [that] people don't know the series, because I feel like they will come to it with an open mind."
Meanwhile, SCI FI Wire caught up with William Shatner, who says the 11th movie will indeed deal with the early years of Capt. James T. Kirk and Spock - and that he will definitely appear in the movie if director J.J. Abrams can find a place to use him. Shatner, who originated the role of Kirk in the original Trek series and several subsequent films, said in the interview that he was invited to meet with Abrams.
"I met with J.J., and they told me they would like me to be part of their film, but they have to write the role," Shatner said. And confirming the rumors, Shatner added, "Yes, we know the story is based on young Kirk."
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Rumors have Matt Damon as a possible young Kirk. I could be down with that. Rumors then led to speculation, and I'm sadly not kidding here, that Affleck would play Spock. I would never, ever see such a film.
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It's Official: J.J. Abrams Directs Star Trek
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
February 24, 2007
After months of speculation on the internet, it has been confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter that J.J. Abrams, the creator of the hit ABC dramas "Lost" and "Alias," will indeed be directing the first movie in Paramount Pictures' relaunch of Gene Rodenberry's Star Trek movie franchise.
The 11th installment of the series will actually be a prequel to the original television series and the first movie, as it chronicles the first meeting of a young James T. Kirk and Mr. Spock at Starfleet Academy and their first space mission.
Although Abrams had been committed to produce the movie for a number of months, it was finally confirmed that he would also direct it. Look for more announcements in the next few months as he starts casting.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
February 24, 2007
After months of speculation on the internet, it has been confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter that J.J. Abrams, the creator of the hit ABC dramas "Lost" and "Alias," will indeed be directing the first movie in Paramount Pictures' relaunch of Gene Rodenberry's Star Trek movie franchise.
The 11th installment of the series will actually be a prequel to the original television series and the first movie, as it chronicles the first meeting of a young James T. Kirk and Mr. Spock at Starfleet Academy and their first space mission.
Although Abrams had been committed to produce the movie for a number of months, it was finally confirmed that he would also direct it. Look for more announcements in the next few months as he starts casting.
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Matt Damon has been on of my favorite for quite a while now. I could be down with that too.
Still don't know how I feel about this movie. First off I liked the new trek better then the old. Second, it appears they are trying to recreate some nastalgia by doing a prequel. I am intrigued by the latest casting rumors but just don't know if it's enough for me.
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I didn't say I didn't like the old series. I just said I thought NextGen was better.
I thought the NextGen was better too.
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Well, let me clarify. The nextgen TV show was better. The original movies were better.
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From http://trekmovie.com
Now that the film is a go, the casting (and therefore the casting rumors) can begin in earnest. IGN is reporting that Paramount are in talks with Matt Damon, Adrian Brody and Gary Sinise to play ‘the big 3′ of Kirk, Spock and McCoy in Star Trek XI. Damon’s name was first mentioned last July when Marc Malkin of the Insider reported that Abrams was interested in the Oscar winner for James Kirk. Late last year Damon said he had not been approached, but would be interested if he liked the script. Brody and Sinise’s names have been suggested by many fans, but there had not previously beeny any reports connecting the actors to the production. IGN didn’t just stop with the big 3, they are also reporting that there may indeed be truth to the reports of James McAvoy playing Scotty and even threw in the name of Lost’s Daniel Dae Kim for Sulu. The IGN report also states that Damon’s talks are the farthest along.
IGN’s list is not far from the suggestions from TrekMovie.com and other sources from months ago and would signify a fairly significant budget for the film. The ages of the actors would also signify a film taking place primarily very close to the time of the Original Series (with the exception of McAvoy). TrekMovie.com has not been able to confirm IGN’s report with Paramount or any of the actors respective agents. It should be noted that two weeks ago ‘Stax’ of IGN reported the ’scoop’ that JJ Abrams ‘would only produce’ Star Trek XI.
Now that the film is a go, the casting (and therefore the casting rumors) can begin in earnest. IGN is reporting that Paramount are in talks with Matt Damon, Adrian Brody and Gary Sinise to play ‘the big 3′ of Kirk, Spock and McCoy in Star Trek XI. Damon’s name was first mentioned last July when Marc Malkin of the Insider reported that Abrams was interested in the Oscar winner for James Kirk. Late last year Damon said he had not been approached, but would be interested if he liked the script. Brody and Sinise’s names have been suggested by many fans, but there had not previously beeny any reports connecting the actors to the production. IGN didn’t just stop with the big 3, they are also reporting that there may indeed be truth to the reports of James McAvoy playing Scotty and even threw in the name of Lost’s Daniel Dae Kim for Sulu. The IGN report also states that Damon’s talks are the farthest along.
IGN’s list is not far from the suggestions from TrekMovie.com and other sources from months ago and would signify a fairly significant budget for the film. The ages of the actors would also signify a film taking place primarily very close to the time of the Original Series (with the exception of McAvoy). TrekMovie.com has not been able to confirm IGN’s report with Paramount or any of the actors respective agents. It should be noted that two weeks ago ‘Stax’ of IGN reported the ’scoop’ that JJ Abrams ‘would only produce’ Star Trek XI.
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