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October 28, 2020
October 28, 2020: If you’re wondering what I want for Christmas…
My 1st A.D. during this pandemic.
Guys! I need this!
They come with this awesome ASMR recording to help you drift off to a dreamland filled with crispy goodness…
Amazing people with whom I have worked…
#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
I worked with Morris Chapdelaine @MrChapdelaine back on #StargateSG1 when he was an Asgard animatronic puppeteer. Some 12 years later, Morris a successful producer with a multitude of genre shows to his credit! pic.twitter.com/BzNBuMmGYC
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 20, 2020
#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Rob Fournier was our lead armourer on #StargateSG1 and #StargateAtlantis, offering both technical advice and weapons training across both shows. An incredibly knowledgeable and busy guy! pic.twitter.com/AdPLTlYDqe
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 21, 2020
#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
The wonderful Simone Bailey (@SimoneBailly) played the role of Jaffa resistance fighter Ka'lel on #StargateSG1. Between acting and hosting her own youtube series, she keeps incredibly busy! https://t.co/5de2EJ7Y0c pic.twitter.com/lFYwvtH3tK
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 22, 2020
#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Beverlee June Fix was a costumer on all three #Stargate series and, more recently, an assistant costume designer on #Deadpool2. Pictured here with longtime #Stargate VFX coordinator James Rorick. pic.twitter.com/ubr8EC0eLM
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 24, 2020
#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Hilda Badazadeh was our Social Media Coordinator on the final season of #DarkMatter. Hard working, well-organized, and strategically-minded, she has also worked as a script supervisor on various productions. pic.twitter.com/udXnJbttjR
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 25, 2020
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October 27, 2020
October 27, 2020: Thanks! Mom ends up on IR! Solitary Man!
Thanks to everyone who took the time to post some kind words on yesterday’s blog entry. To be honest, even though it may have sounded like I was down and in need of cheering up, I was simply stating fact. Writing can be immensely rewarding. But most of the time, it’s tough – and occasionally frustrating. Still, it was heartening to read such positive support – and Matthew’s father’s reminder that Haydn was feeling creatively tapped out when he wrote his most famous symphonies.
Today, Akemi and I went in for our annual physicals which, in my case, included a very blood panel, urine test (in the event I opt to play pro ball this year), ultrasound, ECG, vision check, and general inspection. To prepare for for it (aka fool the blood test), in the days leading up to my appointment, I chose fish over fried chicken and limited myself to a single dessert a day. I look forward to the results!
Meanwhile, back in Montreal, my 86 year old mother is nursing a strained back, suffered following an afternoon of leaf raking. Some time after the ninth bag, she apparently experienced pain in her knee that progressed to leg pain, possibly the result of pinched nerve. She’s scheduled to see a specialist in the coming weeks. Not sure if it’s to check out her back or help her with the raking but either would be greatly appreciated I’m sure.
Hey, Stargate fans! Remember Solitary Man?
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October 26, 2020
October 26, 2020: I may need to swing by the idea store!
I’ve always wondered if there is a shelf life for writing ability. I’m not talking about physical or mental obstacles, but a specific emptying of the creative tank that sees a once prolific and talented writer suddenly, inexplicably, exhausted of ideas. The thought creeps up every so often, usually on days like today when I struggle to make inroads on the rewrite of that YA military sci-fi pilot I’ve been sloooowly revising the past week. In this business, you’re only as good as your last script and, really, that only applies if the decision-makers have taken the time to read that last script…which is almost never.
It happens more times than I’d care to admit. I’ll spin my wheels on a project and think “This is it. I’m tapped out! What else can I do for a living?” and then reflect back and marvel on the countless times I turned things around and got shit done. It always seems like a lifetime ago. And then suddenly it’s eight months later and I’ve written some really great stuff. How did it happen? I have no idea. Was I possessed by the ghost of Christopher Marlowe for that period between pitching the pilot and delivering the finale? Maybe?
I console myself by remembering I was productive not all that long ago, recently enough to receive an encouraging email this morning about the series overview for Project F, and scheduled reminders for calls about two different sci-fi projects we’re about to take out.
What I may need is a deadline…
A reminder to join us later today (5:30 p.m. ET) when I’ll be getting together with the gang at Orville Nation to talk about Dark Matter Episode 4…
DARK MATTER MONDAYS! Plz.. RETWEET, Thx!
October 25, 2020
October 25, 2020: Suji Sunday!
Ready to hit the winter streets!
Keeping an eye on you.
Little monster.
Relaxed.
Stretching those legs!
A reminder that I’ll be joining the gang at Orville Nation tomorrow (Monday, 5:30 p.m.) to chat about Dark Matter Episode 4. Details below!
DARK MATTER MONDAYS! Plz.. RETWEET, Thx!
October 24, 2020
October 24, 2020: My Paul McGillionest post yet!
I came across a slew of pics. Perfect for your burgeoning dream boards!
October 24, 2020: My Paul Mcgillionest Post Yet!
October 24, 2020: My Paul Mcgillionest Post Yet!
October 24, 2020: My Paul Mcgillionest Post Yet!
October 24, 2020: My Paul Mcgillionest Post Yet!
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October 23, 2020
October 23, 2020: Is it just me…?
I’m beginning to suspect I’m in a distortion bubble where time is rapidly accelerating. I feel like it was just last week that I was saying “Hey, it’s summer already!” and, suddenly, here we are on the cusp of winter! And it’s not just me. Lately, Akemi has taken to remarking about the increasingly short days. Bedtime? Again?! Before we know it, we’ll be deep into 2021. And who knows what fresh horrors that year will bring!
How about a little Yes/No…
Bacon-Wrapped Oreos? Yes/No
Bacon-wrapped Oreos are the sweet and salty snack every barbecue needs https://t.co/LwCr9BsDXH
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 23, 2020
I would say….no.
From the SGA vault…
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P.S. I discovered a treasure trove of Paul McGillion photos. Thinking of making tomorrow a dedicated Pauly entry. Who’s in?!
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October 22, 2020
October 22, 2020: More from the Stargate vault!
Behold!
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October 21, 2020
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!I came across this article the other day…
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter
It’s an interesting list and got me to thinking: What would I recommend?
Well, since you (didn’t) ask…
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#10. Trigun
A wild space western focusing on the adventures of Vash the Stampede, a notoriously destructive outlaw, and the two insurance agents tasked with minimizing the damage he causes. It’s no secret that I drew inspiration for Dark Matter from several anime, and this fun, action-driven title was tops among them.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#9. Red Dwarf
Though more of an out and out comedy, Red Dwarf does offer Dark Matter parallels in its premise, fish out of water set-up, and its adorably atyptical android.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#8. The Mandalorian
I mean, sure, there’s some definite tonal and thematic similarities in a series that echoes the fun and adventure of the original films.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#7. The Orville
Speaking of fun, how great is it that a network demonstrates confidence in a comedic far-future series? I love sci-fi with humor and its a running element in most all my work.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#6. Stargate: Atlantis
And nowhere is this more evident than in my pre-Dark Matter scripts – like, say, Atlantis for instance. As I’ve stated in many an interview, I love humor because it acts as a shorthand, allowing audiences to quickly connect with characters.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#5. Blake’s 7
This one is, perhaps, the most obvious in that we follow the seven member criminal crew of the galaxy’s most wanted ship. Bad guys DO have more fun.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#4. Stargate: SG-1
Yes, this the show on which I honed my writerly talents and gave rise to my love of several of the themes that recur through much of my work: redemption, friendship, and family.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#3. Firefly
Many a fan of both shows have drawn complimentary comparisons between them. I’ll take it!
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#2. Farscape
Maybe not as gloriously bananas as Farscape (although episodes like All the Time in the World do come close), but Dark Matter definitely shares similarities in its colorful crew and occasionally out-there future tech and stories.
10 Shows To Check Out If You Loved Dark Matter!#1. Cowboy Bebop
From tone to themes to Dark Matter’s FIVE as a live action distance cousin of Radical Edward, there are plenty of inspirational parallels here. If you haven’t done so already, check it out!
So, are there any shows I missed that you would include on the list?
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October 20, 2020
October 20, 2020: Projects on the move! Wraith interior decor! Dark Matter Episode 3 discussion!
It seems like a number of the balls I set in motion months are finally coming into play. Some strategic movement on TimEscape as well as my other sci-fi series, and progress on Project F (yet another sci-fi project). I suspect things will be picking up in the next couple of weeks!
Y’know, I always loved the wraith interior decor…
Oh, hey, in the most unlikely event you missed it, here’s my Dark Matter Episode 3 panel discussion with the gang at Orville Nation…
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October 19, 2020
October 19, 2020: Join our Dark Matter Episode 3 discussion tonight at 6:00 p.m. ET!
Join us tonight (6:00 p.m. ET) for an in-depth look at Dark Matter Episode 3!
Time Adjustment….
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