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THANK YOU: Thanks to all Zocalo readers for a marvelous year of support. It is really appreciated. To all who have sent along news items, discussion topic suggestions and Ranger sightings, thanks for your help and I hope you will continue your support this year. With production starting in April on THE MEMORY OF SHADOWS, we can actually say that BABYLON 5 back, this time to the big screen. Thanks again. 
NEWS:
On Sci-Fi:
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On Syndicated TV This Weekend:
Andromeda
Angel
Mutant X
THE MEMORY OF SHADOWSI would like to be able to comment on this, but for the time being I am not able to do so. jms
While there is quite a firestorm of activity on this issue out on the internet newsgroups and forums, I have seen nothing from JMS as yet. I am hoping that these reports are wrong -- or that there is a logical explanation for any recasting to be done. Peter has been working steadily with The History Channel and has a play that is to begin production early this year. This could make him unavailable for the project. I, for one, would understand using another actor as the technomage in the story -- but would hesitate to use the name Galen! I also remember JMS commenting that he had to do some re-writing because of Rick Biggs death. He did not want to recast the role -- so I'm keeping an open mind and hoping for the best.
From Hollywood North Reporter: Those of you who are ardent fans of J. Michael Straczynski’s popular series, Babylon 5, which ran from 1994-98, are probably already aware of the new Bab 5 feature that’s in the works, entitled The Memory of the Shadows. What you probably haven’t heard about yet are details concerning the four main characters, Diane Baker, Galen, Colonel Joss Morgan and the villainous Tyrell. Well, with the casting process underway, HNR has scooped details on these main characters, and is presenting it here for the first time. Before we get into the character details, here’s a brief summary of the storyline for those who haven’t yet read it: “The technology of the ancient and extinct Shadow race is being unleashed upon the galaxy by an unknown force, and Earthforce intelligence officer DIANE BAKER, whose brother was recently killed in a mysterious explosion, is out to find out who is behind the intergalactic conspiracy. Joining her in her investigation is GALEN, a techno-mage who has been charged with keeping the technology out of the hands of those who would abuse it...” Here are the main character details: DIANE BAKER: A bright and attractive woman in her late 20s or early 30s, she's an Earthforce Intelligence Officer in civilian clothes who is reputed to be one of the best agents in the service. When her beloved brother is killed in a mysterious explosion on his spacecraft, Diane sets out to learn what caused the tragedy. She suspects a top-level cover-up -- but before she can get to the root of the problem, she is herself accused of conspiracy and murder. Despite the efforts of her friend, Elizabeth Lochley, to shield her, Diane finds herself behind bars, prey to a corrupt official who will stop at nothing to protect his greedy self-interest. But to Diane's amazement, the remarkable Galen, a techno-mage of near-supernatural skill and daring, enlists her help in unraveling the real mystery behind the recent deaths. Their investigation reveals that an ancient technology perfected by the mystic extinct Shadow race is being unleashed upon mankind by some as yet unknown conspirator. Once unleashed, the huge and all powerful shadow vessels could enslave the entire galaxy -- unless quick steps are taken to avert calamity... GALEN: A cloaked, mysterious figure, 30-45, he appears to be human -- but there's an intensity about him that bespeaks something supernaturally powerful and enigmatic. Yet there's also something wry and urbane about Galen, a suggestion that he has humor and wicked wit lurking under his inscrutable exterior. A techno-mage -- one of an ancient sect that used science to perform apparently miraculous feats -- Galen is the guardian left behind by his kind to ensure that the ancient Shadow technology did not fall into the wrong hands. Aghast when he realizes that his long vigilance has been violated, Galen sets out to learn who is behind the Shadow technology that now threatens the galaxy. He teams with the feisty Diane in his investigation -- and he comes to feel real tenderness for his human ally. A hero and a deeply moral force, Galen stands strong against the forces of corruption that have been unleashed by his own people... COLONEL JOSS MORGAN: A dashing and handsome officer in his late 20s or early 30s with the Earthforce Marines, he is the head of a security detachment sent to Babylon 5 to protect a contingent of inter-galactic diplomats who are meeting there. Humorous and daring, Morgan tries to befriend Elizabeth Lochley, the current commander of Babylon 5, but she's a bit prickly about having her jurisdiction violated by his forces. Later, Morgan and his forces prepare to battle the Hunter Killers unleashed by the evil Tyrell -- a virtual suicide mission that they face with gallantry, bravery and resolve... TYRELL: 35-45, dark, enigmatic, striking and chilling, he is another techno-mage, Galen's old childhood rival, who supposedly departed for a distant sector of the galaxy years ago. Yet Tyrell has been secretly infiltrating the area, developing the ancient shadow technology and putting it on sale to the highest bidder. A deadly adversary of supernatural skill and power, he is not a rogue, as initially suspected. In fact, he is actually carrying out a mandate of his own kind. When Galen resists the corruption and madness, Tyrell prepares to battle him to the death... Babylon 5: The Memory of the Shadows begins production in April 2005 in the UK. The film is executive produced by Adam W. Rosen and Doug Netter and produced by Alain Gottesman and J. Michael Straczynski. Steven Beck will direct from a script written by J. Michael Straczynski
DISCUSSION TOPICSSend in your thoughts and comments to sgbruckner@aol.com and I will post them on the Discussion Page for everyone to share and enjoy. See what has come in so far. If you see an old topic you want to respond to, go right ahead. We enjoy hearing from you.
KEEPING UP WITH CAST AND CREWTony Tellado is currently running an audio interview with actress Enid Raye Adams who had a recurring role on JEREMIAH and she shared some nice behind the scenes memories. Visit http://www.scifitalk.com/ to listen to this and other interviews Tony has conducted with Babylon 5 cast members. Tony covers the science fiction landscape, interviewing people from STARGATE and other leading series -- and movies.
DYLAN NEAL: Dylan Neal (David Martel "The Legend of the Rangers") will star in CHUPACABRA: DARK SEAS on SCIFI January 29 at 9:00pm. Here is the description of the movie. A team of hunters captures a live Chupacabra, a monster said to prey on livestock and humans throughout Central America. Unfortunately, their attempt to smuggle it into the United States aboard a cruise ship goes fatally awry, and a squad of U.S. Navy SEALs is dispatched to terminate the creature before it turns all the hostage passengers into hors d'oeuvres. John Rhys-Davies (The Lord of the Rings trilogy, the Indiana Jones films, TV's Sliders), Dylan Neal (star of SCI FI Pictures' Babylon 5: The Legend of the Rangers) and Giancarlo Esposito (The Usual Suspects, the SCI FI Original Miniseries 5ive Days to Midnight, TV's Homicide: Life on the Street) star in this creepy man-vs.-monster adventure.
BRUCE BOXLEITNER: Bruce has landed the role of Captain Duvall, the head of the King's Musketeers in "Young Blades", a $20 million series from producers Kirk Shaw and James Shavick ("The (new) Addams Family"). The action/adventure series follows the exploits of The Three Musketeers as sword-fighters-in training who will take on the Establishment and a mystical, evil society as they come of age in 17th century France. Well known Canadian actor Michael Ironside who has made most of his career playing heavies has been cast in the role of the evil Cardinal Mazarin. The series begins shooting early next year.
ROBIN ATKIN DOWNES: Robin and his lady love, Michelle, tied the knot on November 6. If you would like to leave a note of congratulations for Robin and Michelle, drop over to The Galactic Gateway and drop a note in the forum.
STEPHEN AUSTIN: 
Stephen Austin, the wonderful Pak'Ma'Ra Ambassador of Babylon 5 has safely
returned from his tour of the Middle East to entertain troops there. Here is a link where you can see more of Stephen's tour of Afghanistan and other ports of call in the Middle East.
JEFFREY WILLERTH: Jeffrey's show on UFO Files: Cattle Mutilation aired last night on the History Channel. For more information, look at the listing for 11/29 on http://www.historychannel.com/global/listings/listings.jsp?NetwCode=THC . Hopefully this will be rebroadcast.
BILL MUMY: Bill's band, The Jenerators first gig of the New Year SATURDAY, JANUARY 8, 2005 9:00 PM RUSTY'S SURF RANCH on the Santa Monica Pier ONE SET ONLY RESERVATIONS ARE RECOMMENDED Bill Mumy, Miguel Ferrer, Gary Stockdale, David Jolliffe, Tom Hebenstreit, Chris Ross
SPECIAL CAST ACTIVITIES: To learn more about what cast members are doing away from the tube, go to CAST ACTIVITIES page.
REMEMBERING RICHARD BIGGS
For those of you just coming to the site for the first time, this may be a shock, but Richard Biggs,
the wonderful Dr. Stephen Franklin on Babylon 5, died on May 22 of an brain anyerism. There are many
efforts underway to help with his two small children. Be sure to go to the
Richard Biggs Memorial Page for more information. A memorial fund has been set up for Richard's two small sons. Donations can be sent to: For the benefit of the sons of Richard James Biggs II Washington Mutual Bank 840 N. San Fernando Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502
REMEMBERING TIM CHOATE
Tim Choate, the wonderful Zathras on Babylon 5, was killed when he was struck by a car while going
to a play rehearsal on his motorcycle. A memorial fund has been set up in lieu of flowers for Tim.
The address for the memorial fund is:
The Tim Choate Memorial Fund Proceeds will be placed in an educational trust for Flynn, who is 4 years old.
BABYLON 5 BIRTHDAYS
January 9 - David Allen BrooksJanuary 24 - Peter Woodward January 27 - Julie Caitlin Brown January 27 - Tamilyn Tomita Have I missed anyone? If you know the birthday of someone connected with Babylon 5, pass the information along. We want to include everyone in our Happy Birthday Wishes.
NEW VIDEO REVIEWS
NEW DVDSCRUSADE DVD - AVAILABLE NOW
Warner Bros Home Video has announced that the Babylon 5 spinoff, Crusade will hit DVD on
December 7. The series stars Peter Woodward, Gary Cole, Marjean Holden, Tracy Scoggins,
Daniel Dae Kim, David Allen Brooks and Carrie Dobro. This 13 episode series (576 mins)
will be released in a 4 disc set, and carries a suggested price of $59.98 US. It'll contain
an English Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track, along with English, French and Spanish subtitles.
The video will be presented in the original aspect ratio: 1.33:1. We have little information
on the special features, just that there will be audio commentaries and a documentary.
For those of you not familiar with CRUSADE, here is a synopsis of the plot:
CARNIVALE: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON
Winner of Five Emmy Awards Carnivàle: The Complete First Season Arrives Exclusively on DVD from HBO Video, December 7, 2004 Additional DVD Content Includes “Making of Carnivàle” Featurette and Audio Commentary Featuring Creator Dan Knauf, Executive Producer Howard Klein and Directors Rodrigo Garcia and Jeremy Podeswa For more information about this wonderful series, go to http://www.hbo.com/carnivale/. Season two begins on January 9 at 9:00pm For more information and trailers from The WB to watch, go to the Carnivale Page.
THE MATRIX COLLECTIONWith Over 35 Hours of Extras Highlighted by Five All-New DVDs Featuring Never-Before-Seen Bonus Materials Including Over 100 New Featurettes, New Commentaries, Enter The Matrix Videogame Footage and More! For video clips from Warner Bros, go to The Matrix
CLASSIC VIDEO AVAILABLE - THX 1138For more information about the film, click on THX-1138 Press Release. Warner Bros has provided a number of video clips for your enjoyment -- in a variety of formats to suit whatever connection you have to the internet.
STARGATE SG-1 - SEASON 7
Some of the DVD Features: 22 episodes on five discs: Fallen, Homecoming, Fragile Balance, Orpheus, Revisions, Lifeboat, Enemy Mine, Space Race, Avenger 2.0, Birthright, Evolution Part 1, Evolution Part 2, Grace, Heroes Part 1, Heroes Part 2, Fallout, Death Knell, Resurrection, Chimera, Inauguration, Lost City Part 1, Lost City Part 2
Commentaries for each episode by the directors, cast, and crew
SCIENCE FICTION PUBLICATIONS
Cult Times #112: FARSCAPE finally makes it's premiere in the UK and this issue brings an
interview with director Brian Henson, one of the men who's been determinedly campaigning for the
show's return. Also in this issue: Charmed's angelic Brian Krause tells us about the changes in
store for Leo in Season Seven; WITHOUT A TRACE's Poppy Montgomery about her role as Agent
Samantha Spade on the massively popular New York-based crime drama and BATTLESTAR GALACTICA's
Jamie Bamber speaks about meeting the original, why he's not getting romantic liaisons and his hope that
the series runs and runs.
TV Zone #184: STAR TREK: ENTERPRISE: Scott Bakula talks about how Jonathan Archer has
changed over the three season he's commanded the Enterprise -- and what is in store for Season Four.
SMALLVILLE's John Schneider tells how his role as the Kent patriarch will develop in Season 4.
Dreamwatch USA #4: The U.S. edition: This month you will find interviews with Tru Calling star Eliza Dushku,
taking a look at the sequel to The Mask, Son of The Mask, and stepping aboard the final Stargate SG-1 mission
of season eight! Plus, all the latest from your favorite TV shows!
NEWSSTAND COVER..........$5.99
Magazine, 68pgs, FC..........$6.99
NEW IN BOOK STORES
The Many Faces of Van Helsing; edited by Jeanne CavelosAce Books (Penguin Putnam Inc.); NYC; April, 2004; 400 pp.; trade paperback; $14.95 U.S. $22.50 Can. ISBN 0-441-01170-5 First introduced in Bram Stoker's immortal Dracula, Abraham Van Helsing became the ultimate adversary for the vampire--as enigmatic and complex as the fiend he so relentlessly pursued. Now, in this unique anthology of stories, masters of horror and fantasy each give the original vampire hunter his due as they reimagine the history and reinvent the adventures of a fascinating, mysterious, and unforgettable character who was the greatest foe of the most evil icon in literary history. For more information on this book, go to Jeanne Cavelos' website. Jeanne is a wonderful author -- one that spent a good bit of time in the Babylon 5 universe. Her Techno-Mage series will be required reading for those just coming to the story with THE MEMORY OF SHADOWS.
GRAPHIC NOVELS
>X-FILES VOLUME 1 TP
by Stefan Petrucha, John Rozum, Charles Adlard & Miran Kim
STARGATE SG-1 VOLUME 1: POW
by James Anthony, Renato Guedes, & Jorge Correa
TP-SC, 7x10, 96pgs, FC..........$13.99
COMIC BOOKS
RISING STARS: FIRE AND ASH PAPERBACK Written by J. Michael Straczynski, art by Brent Anderson, colored by John Starr and Brian Buccellato. Writer J. Michael Straczynski's superhero tour-de-force reaches its stunning conclusion as the final fate of the 113 ³Pederson Specials² is revealed. The final chapter of one of the greatest comic series ever is now available in trade paperback for your bookshelf. 208 pages, $29.95. ORSON SCOTT CARD ON UNLIMTED IRON MAN
Card is best known for his books, Ender's Game and Speaker of the Dead, which each received the Hugo and Nebula awards for best science fiction. Ultimate Iron Man will mark his first comic book writing effort. The initial storyline will center on Tony Stark's childhood and how his parents' experiments with re-creating and rebuilding human skin/armor led to the death of his mother. This tragic event will provide the foundation for Scott Card to then delve into how Tony Stark will develop as a man and super hero. The series will be illustrated by Andy Kubert. "I'm an enormous fan of Orson's writing, and our assistant editor Nick Lowe has made it his personal mission to get Mr. Card to write Iron Man," said Joe Quesada, editor in chief of Marvel Comics. "Iron Man is a strong and much-beloved character in the Marvel Universe. I know that Orson's new exploration and defining of him as a super hero will delight traditional comic fans and definitely appeal to a whole new audience of fans drawn to the science fiction element in his storytelling."
Here's how Marvel describes the issue:
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 23.
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Feb. 16.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 2. JMS COMIC BOOKS: For a listing of current comic books written by J. Michael Straczynski, go to COMIC BOOK page. There is a brief synopsis of the book and a date when publication is expected.
TV SCHEDULE ON SCIFI CHANNEL01/03/2005 07:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) COLD LAZARUS 01/03/2005 08:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) THE NOX 01/03/2005 09:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) BRIEF CANDLE 01/03/2005 10:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) THOR'S HAMMER 01/04/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) THE RITE OF PASSAGE 01/05/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) BEAST OF BURDEN 01/06/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) THE TOMB 01/07/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) BETWEEN TWO FIRES 01/10/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) 2001 01/10/2005 07:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) THE TORMENT OF TANTALUS 01/10/2005 08:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) BLOODLINES 01/10/2005 09:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) FIRE AND WATER 01/10/2005 10:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) HATHOR 01/11/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) DESPERATE MEASURES 01/12/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) WORMHOLE X-TREME! 01/13/2005 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ( SEASONS 1-5) PROVING GROUND 01/14/2005 07:30 PM STARGATE SG-1 (SEASON 8) END GAME STARGATE ATLANTIS:
01/07/2005 08:00 PM STARGATE ATLANTIS RISING - PT 1
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: FARSCAPE SCHEDULE:
01/06/2005 08:00 AM FARSCAPE PREMIERE (FARSCAPE)
BABYLON 5/CRUSADE PHOTOSHOP PHOTOS
You do NOT have to pay the prices asked for over at e-bay! Here are photos of B5 and Crusade cast members at fantastic prices. Check out Photo Shop. Ordering is easy -- and you can't beat the prices! Just let me know which photos you want and I'll check to make sure they are still in stock.
BABYLON 5 TOONS
Go to http://contests.sev.com.au/index.php?contestid=1
Afternoon Only:
Place: The event will be held at the Beverly Garland Hotel, 4222 Vineland Ave., N. Hollywood, CA 91602.
The schedule is as follows:
1pm to 4pm
All Proceeds to the family of Richard Biggs. To purchase tickets: Pay $100 for each breakfast ticket;
$25 for each afternoon autograph session. If both events are purchased the total cost is reduced to
$115, a $10 savings. Visit PayPal and enter email address Blkcat1067@ aol.com. When paying be
sure to enter email address so that we can send the ticket back.
For mailing checks, make checks payable to: Richard Biggs Memorial Show
* Celebrities appear subject to work commitments. A charge will be made for autographs. ALL proceeds to
the family of Richard Biggs.
For more information, visit the website at
http://www.richardbiggs.com.
Just an FYI to those who've been using the Ventura Blvd. mail drop for fan mail
to actors....
As mentioned before, we're phasing out the forwarding of fan mail because we a)
don't have the resources, complicated by b) the actors have scattered to the
four winds, and it makes it very difficult to get everything to everybody in a
timely fashion.
So, having provided prior notice...fan mail to actors coming to the Ventura
Blvd. mail drop will be sent back. Mail to actors should be sent via their
official fan clubs. I will still be taking mail there, since it's my mailbox,
but that's it.
Just so's y'all know and save a few bucks on postage and returns.
WARNER BROS:
Phone: 818.954.3000
PRODUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES
Warner Home Video:
Mr. Douglas Wadleigh
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Starburst #319: STAR WARS' C3PO Anthony Daniels reflects upon his role as the golden android
and talks to us about his part in Space: 1889, a new series of audio dramas; the magazine enjoys a visit to
the set of Joss Whedon’s new Science Fiction movie big-screen version of FIREFLY SERENITY and chats
to the cast and crew about the past, present and future of the adventure. 
Cult Times Special #32: Looking back on 2004, and forward to 2005! This issue includes previews of
Andromeda, Boston Legal, Charmed, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, CSI: Miami, CSI: NY, Dead Like Me,
Desperate Housewives, Joan of Arcadia, Las Vegas, Lost, Scrubs, Smallville, Star Trek: Enterprise and Without
a Trace.
Expose Special #27: This 100-page yearbook takes a look back at the past year of science fiction and fantasy.
LORD OF THE RINGS, ANGEL, LOST, CHARMED -- all this and more in this issue.
Expose #90: JOAN OF ARCADIA: JOAN's Amber Tamblyn lets everyone in on her views on religion, success and
politics… and how they can combine to make life an obstacle course. Also featured in this issue, articles on LOST,
DEAD LIKE ME and CHARMED.
TV Zone Special #60: Claudia Black talks about returning to FARSCAPE -- and her guest role in
Season 8 of STARGATE SG-1. The Year in TV Zone -- Extensive 12-page review of the highs and lows from
the world of Cult Television, looking back on the past year of TV Zone…
Starburst Special #66: In this issue, Mandy Patinkin talks about his role as Rube, the leader of the somewhat-
less-than-grim band of Reapers from DEAD LIKE ME. Neil Gaiman, author of the SANDMAN stories turns director and
talks about bringing his newest project, Death – The High Cost of Living to the big screen. And more from the land
of the living, Atlantis star Rachel Luttrell tells us about developing her role as a feisty freedom fighter battling vampiric
creatures in the new series.
Smallville Issue #3: In Smallville Magazine this month we are joined by everyone's favorite girl next door, Lana Lang!
Actress Kristin Kreuk will be telling us all about life, love, and Smallville. In the latest edition of The Torch we'll be
keeping you up-to-date with the most up-to-the-minute Smallville news. We'll be unearthing the dark secrets of LuthorCorp
and John Glover reveals how Lionel Luthor is coping with life behind bars! Plus there's a free, gorgeous Lana Lang poster!
(Titan) (CAUT: 4)
Stargate Issue #1: This is the launch of Stargate SG-1 the official magazine! Follow the missions, exploits, and
adventures of the U.S. Air Force special operations team SG-1. In the first issue we'll have exclusive interviews
with cast and crew, tour the set, and learn the secrets behind the special effects! Plus, get the inside story on
Season 8 and meet the Stargate: Atlantis team! (Titan) (CAUT: 4)
Marvel Comics on Wednesday announced that science-fiction writer Orson Scott Card will be writing its
new Ultimate Iron Man title. 
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #514
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #517
STRANGE
SUPREME POWER #15 
While catching up on my e-mail yesterday morning, I got an instant message from LFMOA along with
a nice goodie that I can share with readers. Thanks for sending along your version of Pinky and the B5 Brain.
Tye Bourdony's latest Lighter Side of Sci-Fi satire can be seen here and at Tye's website
Here's a date to put on your calendar -- Saturday, March 19, 2005. A few of Rick's friends are getting together
for a day of remembering their friend. The guest list for the day is: