sf/f TV development news - 2013 - Page 96

Temis the Vorta · August 9 2012, 10:42 PM

RHWs space opera is the top of my list, too, but I like the idea of a swashbuckling space opera and Starz gritty space war approach, I'm assuming that they will go for the nasty ass Spartacus style. Wouldn't it be great to have a range of space opera types to choose from?

For the HBO series, thing I'm not too keen about on, is that it sounds like its following the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trend, just adding a sci fi element. I'm not really interested in the whole dark detective story thing but obviously it's impossible to tell from a brief description how the series would turn out. I'm pleased to see HBO is not allergic to sci fi as a genre.

Sindatur · August 9 2012, 10:51 PM

Temis the Vorta wrote:

RHWs space opera is the top of my list, too, but I like the idea of a swashbuckling space opera and Starz gritty space war approach, I'm assuming that they will go for the nasty ass Spartacus style. Wouldn't it be great to have a range of space opera types to choose from?

For the HBO series, thing I'm not too keen about on, is that it sounds like its following the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trend, just adding a sci fi element. I'm not really interested in the whole dark detective story thing but obviously it's impossible to tell from a brief description how the series would turn out. I'm pleased to see HBO is not allergic to sci fi as a genre.

Choose, hell. If they're all worth watching, I'm watching them all

Yea, I'll try whatever Space Opera I have access to, and only dump what doesn't suit my fancy

JD · August 10 2012, 02:46 AM

Temis the Vorta wrote:

Actual space opera sighting: Clandestine!

SyFy has put in development Clandestine, a drama produced by Universal Cable Prods. Written by actor-writer Todd Stashwick and artist Dennis Calero, Clandestine is described as a swash-buckling space drama/adventure and revolves around mercenaries who masquerade as part of an Intergalactic fleet...The project stems from an option at UCP had on Stashwick & Calero's online comic Devil Inside.

Temis the Vorta wrote:

Who says HBO doesn't do sci fi?

Michael R. Roskam, who got a Best Foreign-Language Film Oscar nomination last year for his Belgian film Bullhead, is at the center of a new HBO pilot script order, one which teams him with Michael Mann and Breaking Bad executive producer Mark Johnson. HBO has ordered a pilot script for a drama titled Buda Bridge, a Belgian-set crime story that takes place in Brussels in the near future. It unfolds when a woman is found dead on Buda Bridge, which leads to a series of violent crimes and strange science that bring mayhem to the dark capital of the European state.

Hmm. I have a feeling that swashbuckling space opera is going to be more my kinda thing...

Both of them sound good to me. I've seen Stashwick in some good roles as an actor, but I have no idea what to make of him as someone behind the camera.
I like the idea of a sci-fi show set in Europe. It seems like most of that kind of stuff I've coma cross is set either in the US or Asia, or a Blade Runner/Firefly style amalgamation of the two.

Enterprise is Great · August 13 2012, 05:31 PM

NBC Developing Super Villain Drama

NBC has put in development Hench, a high-concept drama from Peter Berg and Sarah Aubrey’s Film 44 and Universal TV. Written by Alexandra Cunningham, Hench centers on a regular guy who, in order to support his family, gets jobs temping for super villains. Cunningham, Berg and Aubrey executive produce.

Borgminister · August 13 2012, 06:03 PM

Hm. Potentially interesting--but for a series?

Temis the Vorta · August 13 2012, 06:46 PM

A hapless ordinary guy who gets involved in various evil schemes just to make a living could be fun. Since its broadcast, no doubt it will be light and funny rather than dark and angsty.

If they wanted to be a bit clever, they could turn it into a metaphor for everyone's working life, but I guess I shouldn't ask too much.

Since Zachary Levi is currently without a show, they should look at him for the lead.

RJDiogenes · August 13 2012, 10:46 PM

They say it's a drama, but it does sound like a comedy. Nevertheless, it's an interesting concept. I'd be likely to give it a try.

JD · August 13 2012, 11:00 PM

Interesting. At least somebody is trying something a little bit different.

DWF · August 14 2012, 03:23 AM

Temis the Vorta wrote:

Since Zachary Levi is currently without a show, they should look at him for the lead.

Zack Levi is playing Fandral in Thor: The Dark World, he might be looking do to more in the theater than on television.

Vendikarr · August 14 2012, 02:24 PM

Enterprise is Great wrote:

NBC Developing Super Villain Drama

NBC has put in development Hench, a high-concept drama from Peter Berg and Sarah Aubrey’s Film 44 and Universal TV. Written by Alexandra Cunningham, Hench centers on a regular guy who, in order to support his family, gets jobs temping for super villains. Cunningham, Berg and Aubrey executive produce.

This concept reminds me of the character Dylan Battles from the pre-reboot DCU.

Temis the Vorta · August 14 2012, 07:15 PM

DWF wrote:

Temis the Vorta wrote:

Since Zachary Levi is currently without a show, they should look at him for the lead.

Zack Levi is playing Fandral in Thor: The Dark World, he might be looking do to more in the theater than on television.

He was also cast in the lead of a sitcom that didnt get picked up for this season, so he hasnt dropped out of the TV biz.

Mistral · August 17 2012, 11:45 PM

Hench sounds like fun.

Sindatur · August 18 2012, 02:30 AM

Temis the Vorta wrote:

DWF wrote:

Temis the Vorta wrote:

Since Zachary Levi is currently without a show, they should look at him for the lead.

Zack Levi is playing Fandral in Thor: The Dark World, he might be looking do to more in the theater than on television.

He was also cast in the lead of a sitcom that didnt get picked up for this season, so he hasnt dropped out of the TV biz.

I enjoyed him on The Talking Dead, and hope he does it again this year. He didn't look anything like Chuck, LOL.

Enterprise is Great · August 18 2012, 04:19 AM

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/liv...lopment-363795

Finn and Sawyer

The network is developing Finn & Sawyer, a contemporary take on Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Hollywood Reporter has learned exclusively.

The drama hails from Detroit 1-8-7 duo Jason Richman and David Zabel and is described as an adventure-themed reinvention that revolves around the two famed literary characters who re-meet as young men in their 20s and form an investigative firm in a bustling and steampunk
New Orleans.

Gothica

Race to Witch Mountain's Matt Lopez has sold Gothica, a supernatural mystery drama to the network.

The project, which is not related to the 2003 Halle Berry feature Gothika, centers on a woman searching for her own identity in modern San Francisco who delves into a world of supernatural mystery and horror, guided by an enigmatic playboy named Dorian Gray.

sojourner · August 18 2012, 06:16 AM

Enterprise is Great wrote:

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/liv...lopment-363795

Finn and Sawyer

The network is developing Finn & Sawyer, a contemporary take on Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Hollywood Reporter has learned exclusively.

The drama hails from Detroit 1-8-7 duo Jason Richman and David Zabel and is described as an adventure-themed reinvention that revolves around the two famed literary characters who re-meet as young men in their 20s and form an investigative firm in a bustling and steampunk
New Orleans.

So, this could be a direct prequel to League of Extraordinary Gentlemen?

August 9 2012, 10:42 PM	#1426
Temis the Vorta Fleet Admiral Location: Tatoinne	Re: sf/f TV development news - 2012 RHWs space opera is the top of my list, too, but I like the idea of a swashbuckling space opera and Starz gritty space war approach, I'm assuming that they will go for the nasty ass Spartacus style. Wouldn't it be great to have a range of space opera types to choose from? For the HBO series, thing I'm not too keen about on, is that it sounds like its following the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trend, just adding a sci fi element. I'm not really interested in the whole dark detective story thing but obviously it's impossible to tell from a brief description how the series would turn out. I'm pleased to see HBO is not allergic to sci fi as a genre.

August 13 2012, 06:03 PM	#1430
Borgminister Moderator Location: California	Re: sf/f TV development news - 2012 Hm. Potentially interesting--but for a series?

August 13 2012, 06:46 PM	#1431
Temis the Vorta Fleet Admiral Location: Tatoinne	Re: sf/f TV development news - 2012 A hapless ordinary guy who gets involved in various evil schemes just to make a living could be fun. Since its broadcast, no doubt it will be light and funny rather than dark and angsty. If they wanted to be a bit clever, they could turn it into a metaphor for everyone's working life, but I guess I shouldn't ask too much. Since Zachary Levi is currently without a show, they should look at him for the lead.

August 13 2012, 10:46 PM	#1432
RJDiogenes Idealistic Cynic and Canon Champion Location: RJDiogenes of Boston	Re: sf/f TV development news - 2012 They say it's a drama, but it does sound like a comedy. Nevertheless, it's an interesting concept. I'd be likely to give it a try. __________________ Please stop by my Gallery and YouTube Page for a visit. And read Trunkards!

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August 17 2012, 11:45 PM	#1437
Mistral Vice Admiral Location: Between the candle and the flame	Re: sf/f TV development news - 2012 Hench sounds like fun. __________________ ...sf fandom is only a personality disorder if you do it right.-Klaus http://www.adastrafanfic.com - archive stories! www.4rumboys.com for honest gaming