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Episode 31 of the Podcast
This time Danny and Prest chat about Lost, Survivors, Family Guy, Being Human, the news and more.
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| Download | Duration: 00:26:39
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Episode 30 of the Podcast
This time Danny and Prest chat about the latest Sci-Fi day in Plymouth, Hobbiton, the news and more.
Links: Prest's blog ontilmorning.blogspot.com
twitter: CornishPrest
The photos will be on here in a few days.
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| Download | Duration: 00:43:28
Links: Prest's blog ontilmorning.blogspot.com
twitter: CornishPrest
The photos will be on here in a few days.
Please email us or leave a comment about this episode or anything in general at contact@cornishscifisupplement.com. We would love to hear from you.
Back soon!!!
Sorry for the long delay since our last podcast. Most of you will know why but just in case you don't I have been in New Zealand for the last few months. We will be back next week with a bit of luck with our thoughts on the Plymouth sci-fi day.
If you are in Plymouth or the area on Saturday the 5th of December head on down to the independent quarter (the square by the entrance to the walk way to Toys R Us and the Pavilion at the bottom of town) you can't miss it there will be people dressed up in all sorts of sci-fi get-up. The last events have been loads of fun so hopefully, weather permitting, this one will be to. Check out our photos section to get a taster of what to expect.
http://www.facebook.com/#/pages/Plymouth/Final-Frontier/113823418301?ref=ts
If you are in Plymouth or the area on Saturday the 5th of December head on down to the independent quarter (the square by the entrance to the walk way to Toys R Us and the Pavilion at the bottom of town) you can't miss it there will be people dressed up in all sorts of sci-fi get-up. The last events have been loads of fun so hopefully, weather permitting, this one will be to. Check out our photos section to get a taster of what to expect.
http://www.facebook.com/#/pages/Plymouth/Final-Frontier/113823418301?ref=ts
Episode 29 of the Podcast
This week Danny and Prest chat about District 9, Boston Legal, Knightrider, True Blood and the latest news.
Please email us or leave a comment about this episode or anything in general at contact@cornishscifisupplement.com. We would love to hear from you.
| Download | Duration: 00:36:02
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Tim's interview woth Andy Looney
An exclusive interview for the 'Casters Kitchen'!
Tim talks to Fluxx Card game creator Andy Looney about his various works and his orgins to gaming
1) What got you into gaming?
I've been into games since I was a little kid, so I guess I'd have to say
it was my mom, who figured out that her kids could be entertained by board
games. I also thought the games my other brothers were playing were cool,
and wanted to be able to join in.
2) What was the driving idea behind fluxx?
I wanted to do a game with dynamic winning conditions, and the idea of
being able to change the rules seemed to have a lot of appeal... I dunno,
it just kinda popped out! Actually though, it was my wife's request for a
card game that started it -- our first game publishing efforts were with
the pyramid-shaped gaming pieces called Icehouse, which were very difficult
(i.e. expensive) to produce, whereas a card game would be so much easier,
she said, so I invented one she could publish.
3) What made you choose Monty Python as a theme for fluxx?
Actually, we were approached about it, rather than choosing it ourselves. A
company called Toy Vault was already making MP licensed toys and games, and
they wanted to do a MP version of Fluxx, and asked us about it. As a fan, I
said I wanted to do it myself, so we worked with them on working out the
licensing deal.
4) What is ice house?
Icehouse is a gaming system that uses small colorful pyramids of 3 sizes.
It's also the first game for that system, but there are now so many games
(over 200) that the original is just kind of a footnote now. Nowadays they
are sold as a game called Treehouse, but if you get 5 Treehouse sets you
can play the original game and almost everything else! I like to compare
the set to a deck of playing cards, since they are similarly versatile.
5) Tell us about the EcoFluxx campaign.
EcoFluxx is our ecology-themed version of Fluxx, and we donate 5% of the
proceeds from it to various groups working to save the environment. Since
we're a bunch of tree-hugging hippies, we think the environment is pretty
important!
6) If you were only ever allowed to play one of your games for the rest of
your life, which would it be and why?
I'd have to say Icehouse, since I could play an almost infinite number of
other games with just that one set of pieces!
7) What is your new game 'Are you a traitor'?
It's what we call a deception party game. It's inspired by Mafia/Werewolf,
if you've ever played that, but it's got very different structure. Werewolf
has a number of flaws in my opinion, the worst of which is player
elimination, and I was seeking to improve on the original with my design.
Basically, it's a game about trying to figure out who is lying, and who is
telling the truth (and, if you are one of the liars, about avoiding getting
caught in your lies!) It's great fun!
Thanks for playing our games!
Tim talks to Fluxx Card game creator Andy Looney about his various works and his orgins to gaming
1) What got you into gaming?
I've been into games since I was a little kid, so I guess I'd have to say
it was my mom, who figured out that her kids could be entertained by board
games. I also thought the games my other brothers were playing were cool,
and wanted to be able to join in.
2) What was the driving idea behind fluxx?
I wanted to do a game with dynamic winning conditions, and the idea of
being able to change the rules seemed to have a lot of appeal... I dunno,
it just kinda popped out! Actually though, it was my wife's request for a
card game that started it -- our first game publishing efforts were with
the pyramid-shaped gaming pieces called Icehouse, which were very difficult
(i.e. expensive) to produce, whereas a card game would be so much easier,
she said, so I invented one she could publish.
3) What made you choose Monty Python as a theme for fluxx?
Actually, we were approached about it, rather than choosing it ourselves. A
company called Toy Vault was already making MP licensed toys and games, and
they wanted to do a MP version of Fluxx, and asked us about it. As a fan, I
said I wanted to do it myself, so we worked with them on working out the
licensing deal.
4) What is ice house?
Icehouse is a gaming system that uses small colorful pyramids of 3 sizes.
It's also the first game for that system, but there are now so many games
(over 200) that the original is just kind of a footnote now. Nowadays they
are sold as a game called Treehouse, but if you get 5 Treehouse sets you
can play the original game and almost everything else! I like to compare
the set to a deck of playing cards, since they are similarly versatile.
5) Tell us about the EcoFluxx campaign.
EcoFluxx is our ecology-themed version of Fluxx, and we donate 5% of the
proceeds from it to various groups working to save the environment. Since
we're a bunch of tree-hugging hippies, we think the environment is pretty
important!
6) If you were only ever allowed to play one of your games for the rest of
your life, which would it be and why?
I'd have to say Icehouse, since I could play an almost infinite number of
other games with just that one set of pieces!
7) What is your new game 'Are you a traitor'?
It's what we call a deception party game. It's inspired by Mafia/Werewolf,
if you've ever played that, but it's got very different structure. Werewolf
has a number of flaws in my opinion, the worst of which is player
elimination, and I was seeking to improve on the original with my design.
Basically, it's a game about trying to figure out who is lying, and who is
telling the truth (and, if you are one of the liars, about avoiding getting
caught in your lies!) It's great fun!
Thanks for playing our games!
Plymouth sci-fi day
| Here are some photos from the latest sci-fi day in Plymouth. A great day had by all and we're looking forward to the next one. Roll on November. |
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 Danny is on the right |
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 Danny (left) and George |
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 Danny on the left |
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 Jerremy Bullock and Danny (right) |
 Danny, Prest, George and Chaz |
 Chaz and Danny (right) |
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Episode 28 of the Podcast
This time Danny and Prest chat about the latest news, Sci-fi day in Plymouth, True Blood, Torchwood, Pan's Labyrinth and more.
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| Download | Duration: 00:37:41
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Episode 27 of the Podcast
This time Danny and Prest talk about Transformers, Terminator 4, Krod Mandoon and more.
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| Download | Duration: 00:35:17
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Sam takes a look at Batman: Reign of Fate, fan film
Is it cold in here?...oh hang on a sec... no...no my mistake, that shiver would be the fan boy chill that has continued to run up my spine all day. Why do I have a chill? I hear you ask, well that would be due to the fact that last night I was privileged enough to get an exclusive showing of the finale for Jonathan Chiovitti’s fan saga Batman: Reign of Fate. If you have not seen the previous five episodes, then I urge you to do so right now at http://www.loosenoose.ca/.
Being a long term Batman fan, I am always sceptical when someone comes along with a film based on the Caped Crusader, whether that be professional or fan made (Joel Schumacher or Pitof anyone?), but straight from the first chapter, Chiovitti demonstrates that he has a knowledge and a passion for the world of Gotham far greater than that of the average film maker.
Ultimately Reign of Fate covers the detective side of Batman’s nature, taking him back to his roots. There are still very strong elements of the crime fighting Batman, but Chiovitti’s incarnation clearly demonstrates that the Guardian of Gotham has enough brain to match his brawn. The series contains homage throughout including references to the 1960s Batman, but it is the tone of the animated series that shines out clearest of all. In my opinion this is due to the excellent casting choices made, particularly with the characters of Batman (Shaughnessy Redden) and Commissioner Gordon (Ron Fountain) who share many of the vocal qualities of Kevin Conroy and Bob Hastings. For me, it was these qualities that made me believe this was an accurate portrayal of Gotham, simply because these are the voices I hear in my head whenever I open up a comic.
The film soon sets up a sort of “Who-dunnit?” as it drops breadcrumbs for Batman and the audience to follow. And although the mastermind of the plot remains anonymous until the very end, Chiovitti is more than willing to offer his acting talents as iconic Bat rogue, The Penguin. He brings a wonderful amalgamation of Burgess Meredith’s squawking squire and Danny Devito’s twisted, tortured animal rescue bird to the part, maintaining the perfect balance of charm and vulgarity.
The flip side to Cobblepot’s disfigured form would be the stunning Sarah (Mercedes Leggett) who at first is introduced merely as a love interest for Batman’s alter ego Bruce Wayne, but within minutes rids the viewer of any preconceptions. The cast of characters is topped off by councelman Hamilton Hill (Robert Ouellette) who is really the icing on the cake. Hill has always been one of those characters I’ve personally wanted to see be transformed from art into flesh for a very long time. What can be said of all Reign of Fate’s characters is that no book can be judged by it’s cover.
A few words must also be said about the Batsuit, which was not simply bought from some god forsaken fancy dress store, but created by David Pea specifically for the series. The suit is a very intricate one, and what’s great is that Chiovitti uses shadows in a very affective manner to reveal it’s details one segment at a time over the course of the story.
In conclusion, I have a lot of admiration for what Chiovitti has been able to achieve, turning in not only a great Batman story, but also one heck of a visual feast, that I cannot find much fault with. My only real criticism is that Warner Bros. is not taking much note of the fan film community. Chiovitti is proof that fans can make great motion pictures based on the character they love; and it is out of this love, this desperation to do the source material justice that gives them the upper hand on a lot of what Hollywood is churning out.
Episode 6 of Batman: Reign of Fate in now online@ http://www.loosenoose.ca/
Being a long term Batman fan, I am always sceptical when someone comes along with a film based on the Caped Crusader, whether that be professional or fan made (Joel Schumacher or Pitof anyone?), but straight from the first chapter, Chiovitti demonstrates that he has a knowledge and a passion for the world of Gotham far greater than that of the average film maker.
Ultimately Reign of Fate covers the detective side of Batman’s nature, taking him back to his roots. There are still very strong elements of the crime fighting Batman, but Chiovitti’s incarnation clearly demonstrates that the Guardian of Gotham has enough brain to match his brawn. The series contains homage throughout including references to the 1960s Batman, but it is the tone of the animated series that shines out clearest of all. In my opinion this is due to the excellent casting choices made, particularly with the characters of Batman (Shaughnessy Redden) and Commissioner Gordon (Ron Fountain) who share many of the vocal qualities of Kevin Conroy and Bob Hastings. For me, it was these qualities that made me believe this was an accurate portrayal of Gotham, simply because these are the voices I hear in my head whenever I open up a comic.
The film soon sets up a sort of “Who-dunnit?” as it drops breadcrumbs for Batman and the audience to follow. And although the mastermind of the plot remains anonymous until the very end, Chiovitti is more than willing to offer his acting talents as iconic Bat rogue, The Penguin. He brings a wonderful amalgamation of Burgess Meredith’s squawking squire and Danny Devito’s twisted, tortured animal rescue bird to the part, maintaining the perfect balance of charm and vulgarity.
The flip side to Cobblepot’s disfigured form would be the stunning Sarah (Mercedes Leggett) who at first is introduced merely as a love interest for Batman’s alter ego Bruce Wayne, but within minutes rids the viewer of any preconceptions. The cast of characters is topped off by councelman Hamilton Hill (Robert Ouellette) who is really the icing on the cake. Hill has always been one of those characters I’ve personally wanted to see be transformed from art into flesh for a very long time. What can be said of all Reign of Fate’s characters is that no book can be judged by it’s cover.
A few words must also be said about the Batsuit, which was not simply bought from some god forsaken fancy dress store, but created by David Pea specifically for the series. The suit is a very intricate one, and what’s great is that Chiovitti uses shadows in a very affective manner to reveal it’s details one segment at a time over the course of the story.
In conclusion, I have a lot of admiration for what Chiovitti has been able to achieve, turning in not only a great Batman story, but also one heck of a visual feast, that I cannot find much fault with. My only real criticism is that Warner Bros. is not taking much note of the fan film community. Chiovitti is proof that fans can make great motion pictures based on the character they love; and it is out of this love, this desperation to do the source material justice that gives them the upper hand on a lot of what Hollywood is churning out.
Episode 6 of Batman: Reign of Fate in now online@ http://www.loosenoose.ca/
Episode 26 of the Podcast
This week Danny and Prest talk Red Dwarf, Star Trek, Fanboys, Plymouth Star Wars Day and Bristol Comic Expo.
Please email us or leave a comment about this episode or anything in general at contact@cornishscifisupplement.com. We would love to hear from you.
| Download | Duration: 00:31:57
Please email us or leave a comment about this episode or anything in general at contact@cornishscifisupplement.com. We would love to hear from you.