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The Zocalo Today
Welcome and thank you for dropping by. Take your shoes off, get comfortable and stay a while.
There is a LOT of information here and you won't want to miss any of it.
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The Zocalo Today is a newsletter for Babylon 5 and science fiction fans everywhere. It is as much YOUR
newsletter as it is mine! I'm just pulling together things for you!
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experiences and interests. Babylon 5 brought many of us together -- and it remains with us, despite the
fact that is no longer in production. Don't be shy. Join us today!
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TODAY'S NEWS
Saturday, December 18, 2004:
RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT:
The SCI FI Channel has acquired the exclusive cable rights to reruns of the reality series RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT
OR NOT. The network will begin airing the first of 88 episodes in January, Wednesdays at 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. ET/PT,
preceding Ghost Hunters. Dean Cain (Lois & Clark) hosts the series, which TBS originally ordered from Sony
Pictures TV and ran from 2000-'03.
CHRONICLES OF THOMAS COVENANT:
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Stephen Donaldson's fantasy book series THE CHRONICLES OF THOMAS
COVENANT is on its way to becoming a movie franchise. Revelstone Entertainment has bought the film rights to
the first six books in the CHRONICLES series and has hired screenwriter John Orloff (BAND OF BROTHERS)
to adapt the first novel. As well, Mark Gordon is onboard as a producer for the film. Donaldson's uncoventional
fantasy series followed the story of a ill writer from our world that is mysteriously transported to a world where
magic exists. Believing that he's hallucinating and that the people in this "Land" are just figments of his fevered
imagination, Covenant performs some actions that have long-term effects on his psyche. Eventually he comes
to accept the strangeness of his situation and his role as a mythic hero to its people.
TOP SCIENCE FICTION NEWS STORIES:
To see what has been happening this week in science fiction, go to
News Page.
WHAT'S ON TONIGHT:
ON NETWORK OR CABLE TV:
2:00pm on NBC
She Spies
You Don't Know Jack
Jack tries to kill the women after an evil female doctor brainwashes him.
6:00 on UPN
Star Trek: Enterprise
Cold Station 12
Dr. Arik Soong tries to create an army of superhuman Augments.
ON SCIFI:
5:00pm
The Addams Family
Gomez, Morticia and their ghoulish household are prey to a scam involving long-lost Uncle Fester.
7:00pm
The Frighteners
Psychic detective probes supernatural killings.
9:00pm
Puppet Master vs. Demonic Toys
A man must stop toy makers from turning harmless dolls into killers.
ON SYNDICATED TV THIS WEEKEND:
Andromeda
Phear Phactor Phenom
A geneticist plans to create a new Vedran Age using a purple mist and ``nanobots.''
Mutant X
Deadly Desire
Lorna Templeton casts a powerful love spell on Brennan.
Stargate SG-1
Orpheus
Teal'c is powerless to save his son from enslavement in a death camp.
BABYLON 5/CRUSADE PRODUCTION ARTWORK FOR SALE
There are a number of fabulous items up for sale on e-bay. They are items from the personal collection of
Babylon 5 visual effects illustrator Timothy M. Earls. These are ORIGINAL hand-drawn and hand-colored
production illustration, used to guide the special effects team in creating the show's award-winning visual
effects. The picture at the right is "Call To Arms" - Space Dock and is Item number: 2294279890.
Now you have an opportunity to own some of this fine artwork. Don't miss it.
THE MEMORY OF SHADOWS
When asked in the newsgroup for a comment on the "recasting" rumor, here was JMS response:
I 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:
Scoop: Casting Breakdown For Babylon 5 Movie
HNR gives you an exclusive first look at the new character bios
December 15th 2004 02:26am | Posted by: Robert Falconer HNR Senior Editor
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 TOPICS
With the news that THE MEMORY OF SHADOWS will go into production in April, what would be your reaction if
Peter Woodward was NOT Galen -- and other B5 cast members were replaced by "name" actors?
Send 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 CREW
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.
BILL MUMY: Bill's band, The Jenerators will ROCK
IN THE NEW YEAR with Special Surprise Guest Stars
SATURDAY - December 31, 2004
RUSTY'S SURF RANCH on the Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, California
CALL RUSTY'S FOR DETAILS AND RESERVATIONS -
RESERVATIONS ARE RECOMMENDED
CALL 310-393-7437
The Jenators are: Bill Mumy, Gary Stockdale, David Jolliffe, Chris Ross
BEATA POZNIAK: Beata portrayed President Susanna Luchenko on Babylon 5. She is now featured
in the award winning "Freedom From Despair", a shocking documentary that reveals the true stories of
the Croatian People's struggle to overcome oppression from communist Yugoslavia and the 1990's fight
to save their war ravaged homeland. Narrated by John Savage (Summer of Sam) with voice-overs by Michael
York (The Omega Code) and edgy Polish actress Beata Pozniak (The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones:
Adventures in the Secret Service). More info: www.freedomfromdespair.com.
MIRA FURLAN ON LOST: Mira Furlan (Delenn) has been cast as a recurring character on LOST named
Danielle Rousseau. Her first episode will be "Solitary" which will probably air on November 17th. She joins
DANIEL DAE KIM (Lt. Matheson from Crusade) on LOST.
"Disi duboko" ("Take a Deep Breath") the film that Mira Furlan shot in Belgrade during the summer of 2003 is
going to be aired at the Serbian Film Festival in Sydney, Melbourne & Perth, Australia. For more information,
go to http://www.serbianfilmfestival.org.au/.
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
P.O. Box 861355
Los Angeles, CA 90086
Proceeds will be placed in an educational trust for Flynn, who is 4 years old.
BABYLON 5 BIRTHDAYS
Mary Woronov (Kka'Dath) - December 8
Sarah Douglas (Jha'Dur) - December 12
Kim Holly - December 25
Dark Hoffman - December 28
John C. Flinn III - December 28
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 VIDEOS COMING
CRUSADE 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:
In 2267 the Earth is quarantined, having been infected with a deadly plague by an attacking
alien force. Scientists estimate that it will kill every inhabitant within 5 years, not nearly
enough time for a cure to be developed. So the planet's only hope lies with the Excalibur, an
advanced prototype starship sent out to search ancient alien ruins for their former inhabitant's
secrets, hoping that somewhere out there a cure can be found.
For more information on the BABYLON 5 and CRUSADE DVDs, go to
Babylon 5 DVDs Page.
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 COLLECTION
MATRIX lovers! Your perfect Christmas gift will arrive on December 7.
With 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 1138
On September 14, Warner Bros released to DVD - THX-1138. Made in 1971, THX 1138 marked the
stunning debut of one of the screen's most innovative filmmakers and was produced by Francis Ford
Coppola and his revolutionary American Zoetrope studios. Produced at the height of the American
independent movement, THX 1138 stars Robert Duvall in a thought-provoking and visually rich
exploration of a theme that would repeat itself throughout Lucas's career: One man's quest to realize
his own potential amid an oppressive society.
For 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 AVAILABLE NOW
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
SG-1 Director's Series featurettes: Fragile Balance, Space Race, Avenger 2.0, Death Knell, Lost City
SG-1 Beyond the Gate featurettes: Michael Shanks, Christopher Judge, Richard Dean Anderson, Amanda Tapping
Photo galleries
Fan club spot
Limited-time offer: bonus disc with two featurettes related to the new series Stargate Atlantis
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC..........$6.99
NEW IN BOOK STORES
The Many Faces of Van Helsing; edited by Jeanne Cavelos
Ace 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
STARGATE SG-1 VOLUME 1: POW
by James Anthony, Renato Guedes, & Jorge Correa
TRADE PAPERBACK
HARDCOVER
The first collected edition of Stargate SG-1 is finally here! Daniel Jackson's successful decoding of the ancient
Stargate hieroglyphics opened the inter-dimensional doorway to thousands of alien worlds. SG-1 leads the USAF
effort to establish alliances with other races and find new technologies to be used against the ever present
threat of the Goa'uld. Posing as the mythological gods these parasitic creatures subjugate the races of the
universe under their self-serving banners, destroying those who would stand against them. Collecting the three
issue Stargate SG1: P.O.W. series and the original stories "Know Your Enemy" and "First Prime," this trade
paperback is the perfect introduction to the Stargate SG-1 universe for fans new and old. Colonel Jack O'Neill,
Captain Samantha Carter, Daniel Jackson, and the Jaffa Warrior Teal'c bring television's longest running hit sci-fi
series to comics in bigger-than-life fashion. Jack has been captured by the Goa'uld and his very memories may
be used against the SGC in an all out alien invasion. The SG-1 team must find a way to infiltrate a planet of enemies
mobilizing for war to rescue their fallen leader. Crammed with special features and re-mastered for the highest
quality this trade paperback is the cornerstone of the Stargate SG-1 comic archive! Available in regular paperback
or a special hardcover edition that is limited to 1000 copies. (CAUT: 4)
by Stefan Petrucha, John Rozum, Charles Adlard & Miran Kim
Checker introduces its first collection of the adventures of everyone's two favorite FBI agents, Mulder and
Scully. This compilation collects the much sought-after Topps comics, offering X-Files fans original stories
to wrap their minds around, and also gives this well-admired yet hard to find series new life in trade paperback
form. Picking up where Topps left off, this volume collects issues #13-19, with the bonus features of the rare
issue #0 and the pilot episode adaptation. Featuring writers Stefan Petrucha and John Rozum, interior art by
Charles Adlard, and additional art created by world-renowned artist Miran Kim, this collection is a must-have
for any X-Files fan.
SC, 7x10, 200pgs, FC..........$19.95
SMALLVILLE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 2 TP
Packed with exclusive interviews with Tom Welling (Clark Kent), Kristin Kreuk (Lana Lang) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex
Luthor), plus unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, a complete episode guide, and insights into the world of Smallville,
with excerpts from the town newspaper and even a look at the mysterious LexCorp, this authorized companion reveals
everything fans need to know about the hit WB television series, Smallville.
BABYLON 5 MERCHANDISE
Are you looking for Babylon 5 merchandise? Would you like to possess some of the wonderful patches or
pins sold by the B5 Fan Club? Do you want to put in an order for the latest DVD? Bruce at Uncomyn Gifts
still has one of the best collections around. Check out www.uncomyngifts.com.
You may just find the magazine or t-shirt or patch you are looking for.
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
Marvel Comics on Wednesday announced that science-fiction writer Orson Scott Card will be writing its
new Ultimate Iron Man title.
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."
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #514
Amazing Spider-Man #514 will arrive in stores on Wednesday from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by J.
Michael Straczynski, with art and cover by Mike Deodaot.
Here's how Marvel describes the issue:
"'Sins Past,' part 6 of 6. All is revealed in the pulse-pounding conclusion to 'Sins Past.'"
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #517
Written by J. Michael Straczynski, penciled by Mike Deodato and Mark Brooks, cover by Gary Frank.
"Skin Deep," part 3 of 4. When a former classmate of Peter Parker's is caught in a horrific experiment, he blames
Peter for the resulting transformation...But is Peter to blame? And how will Peter react when someone targets his
personal life instead of Spider-Man's life, for a change?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 23.
STRANGE
Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Sara (Samm) Barnes, pencils and cover by Brandon Peterson.
The Master of the Mystic Arts is back -- as only J. Michael Straczynski and artist Brandon Peterson could envision
him. In this issue, Stephen Strange at last learns what the Ancient One has planned for him.
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Feb. 16.
SUPREME POWER #15
Written by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils and cover by Gary Frank.
What does the most powerful being on the planet do when he finds out he's been manipulated and that his whole
life is practically a lie? How will Hyperion react -- and what does that mean for the rest of humanity--and the
government that's organized these deceitful machinations? Another pulse-pounding issue from the architects of
the Supremeverse!
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 CHANNEL
STARGATE SCHEDULE:
12/20/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 PRODIGY
12/20/2004 07:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 (SEASON 6) PROPHECY
12/20/2004 08:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 (SEASON 6) FULL CIRCLE
12/20/2004 09:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 CHILDREN OF THE GODS - PT 1
12/20/2004 10:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 CHILDREN OF THE GODS - PT 2
12/21/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ENTITY
12/22/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 DOUBLE JEOPARDY
12/23/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ASCENSION
12/27/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 EXODUS - PT 1
12/27/2004 07:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 THE ENEMY WITHIN (STARGATE)
12/27/2004 08:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 EMANCIPATION (STARGATE)
12/27/2004 09:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 THE BROCA DIVIDE
12/27/2004 10:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 THE FIRST COMMANDMENT
12/28/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 ENEMIES - PT 2
12/29/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 THRESHOLD - PT 3
12/30/2004 06:00 PM STARGATE SG-1 THE FIFTH MAN
FARSCAPE SCHEDULE:
12/19/2004 01:00 AM FARSCAPE WON'T GET FOOLED AGAIN
12/23/2004 03:00 AM FARSCAPE FAMILY TIES
12/23/2004 04:00 AM FARSCAPE MIND THE BABY
12/23/2004 05:00 AM FARSCAPE VITAS MORTIS
12/26/2004 01:00 AM FARSCAPE THE LOCKET
01/06/2005 08:00 AM FARSCAPE PREMIERE (FARSCAPE)
01/06/2005 09:00 AM FARSCAPE EXODUS FROM GENESIS
01/06/2005 10:00 AM FARSCAPE BACK & BACK TO THE FUTURE
01/06/2005 11:00 AM FARSCAPE THRONE FOR A LOSS
01/06/2005 12:00 PM FARSCAPE PK TEK GIRL
01/06/2005 01:00 PM FARSCAPE THANK GOD IT'S FRIDAY AGAIN
01/06/2005 02:00 PM FARSCAPE I, E.T.
01/06/2005 03:00 PM FARSCAPE THAT OLD BLACK MAGIC
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
John Cook has a wonderful collection of cartoons -- many are take-offs from Babylon 5. Here's just
one of them.
He has a cartoon caption contest going on as well. Try your hand at a punch line.
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
www.thelightersideofscifi.com.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
RICHARD BIGGS MEMORIAL SHOW
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:
Guests attending Breakfast & Afternoon:
Matthew Ashford (Days of Our Lives)
Bruce Boxleitner (Babylon 5, TRON)
Ricardo Antonio Chavira (Desperate Housewives)
Jerry Doyle (Babylon 5)
Mira Furlan (Babylon 5, Lost)
Melissa Gilbert (Little House on the Prairie)
Lisa Howard (Earth Final Conflict, Highlander)
Michael T. Weiss (The Pretender)
Afternoon Only:
Andreas Katsulas (Babylon 5, Star Trek)
Place: The event will be held at the Beverly Garland Hotel, 4222 Vineland Ave., N. Hollywood, CA 91602.
The schedule is as follows:
10am to 12pm
Celebrity - Buffet Breakfast
(Including made-to-order omelets)
1pm to 4pm
Autograph* Signings
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
1052 W. Alameda Avenue #350; Burbank, CA 91506
* Celebrities appear subject to work commitments. A charge will be made for autographs. ALL proceeds to
the family of Richard Biggs.
CONVENTION CALENDAR
January 14-16, 2005
THE ONE RING CELEBRATION
Presented in association with TheOneRing.net
City: Pasadena, CA
Place: Pasadena Center, 300 E. Green St.
Guests: Tons of stars from Lord of the Rings
For more information, visit the website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/one_ring.htm
January 21-23, 2005
OFFICIAL XENA CONVENTION: THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Place: Burbank Airport Hilton and Towers, 2500 Hollywood Way
City: Burbank, CA
Guests: LUCY LAWLESS (Xena) Saturday; RENEE O'CONNOR(Gabrielle) Saturday; HUDSON LEICK (Callisto) Saturday;
CLAIRE STANSFIELD (Alti) Sunday and many, many more
For more information, visit the website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/xebur.htm
February 2-4, 2005
THE OFFICIAL STARGATE SG-1 and STARGATE: ATLANTIS CONVENTION
Place: Sheraton National Hotel, 900 South Orme St.
City: Arlington, VA
Guests: Michael Shanks, Christoper Judge, Don Davis, Teryl Rothery, Peter Williams
For more information, visit the Creation Entertainment website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/sgva.htm
February 11-13, 2005
Farpoint
Place: Hunt Valley, MD (near Baltimore)
Guests include: Jeffrey Combs, Kathy Garver, Bob Bergen, Tony Amendola,
David Franklin, Wayne Pygram
For more information, visit their website at
http://www.bcpl.net/~wilsonr/farpoint.html.
February 18-20, 2005
VisionCon 2005
Place: Springfield, Missouri
B5 Guest: Mira Furlan
For more information, visit their website at
http://www.visioncon.net/Welcome.htm.
February 18-20, 2005
Gallifrey 2005
Place: The Airtel Plaza Hotel
City: Los Angeles (Van Nuys), California
The Sixteenth Annual North American DOCTOR WHO and Science Fiction Media Convention
For more information, go to
http://www.gallifreyone.com/gallifrey.php
February 25-27, 2005
Redemption 05
Blake's 7, Babylon 5 and Beyond
Guests: Jason Carter, Jim Mortimore and Mat Irvine
Place: Hinckley, Leicestershire, UK
For more information, visit their website at
http://www.smof.com/redemption
February 25-27, 2005
THE OFFICIAL STARGATE SG-1 and STARGATE: ATLANTIS CONVENTION
Place: Hilton DFW Lakes, 1800 Hwy. 26 E.
City: Grapevine, TX. (near Dallas)
Guests: Michael Shanks, Christoper Judge, Don Davis, Teryl Rothery, Peter Williams
For more information, visit the Creation Entertainment website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/sgtx.htm
March 11-13, 2005
Grand Slam XIII - The Sci-Fi Summit
City: PASADENA, CA
Place: Pasadena Center, 300 E. Green St.
Guests: Stars from Star Trek, Stargate, Firefly and more
For more information, visit the Creation Entertainment website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/stgs.htm
March 19, 2005
Richard Biggs Memorial Show
Place: Beverly Garland Hotel, 4222 Vineland Ave., N. Hollywood, CA 91602
Guests: Matthew Ashford (Days of Our Lives); Bruce Boxleitner (Babylon 5, TRON); Ricardo Antonio
Chavira (Desperate Housewives); Jerry Doyle (Babylon 5); Mira Furlan (Babylon 5, Lost); Melissa Gilbert
(Babylon 5, Little House on the Prairie), Lisa Howard (Earth Final Conflict, Highlander), Michael T. Weiss
(The Pretender); Afternoon Only: Andreas Katsulas (Babylon 5, Star Trek)
Be sure to visit the referenced sites to see if there have been changes in dates/guests attending. Visit our
Convention Calendar for a full listing of upcoming conventions.
MAIL FOR CAST AND CREW
Here's a recent note from JMS on the subject:
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
Fax: 818.954.7829
E-mail: wbsf@warnerbros.com
Hours: M-F, 9A to 6P PST
Address:4000 Warner Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91522
PRODUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES
Dominick Bruno
Phone: 818.954.5690
wbsfproperty@warnerbros.com
Warner Home Video:
Mr. Douglas Wadleigh
VP for Marketing and Special Features
Warner Bros.
4000 Warner Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91522
BACK ISSUES OF THE ZOCALO TODAY
The front page of the The Zocalo Today changes daily, so be sure to check the
back issues to make sure that you haven't missed anything IMPORTANT! I don't want the front page getting too
long so I shift information periodically into the archives. So if you aren't a regular visitor to The Zocalo Today, be sure
to check out the back issues. Just use the button above!
Take care and I look forward to hearing from you. Sandra Bruckner (sgbruckner@aol.com)
Editor/Publisher
The Zocalo Today
http://www.isnnews.net
Copyright - SBruckner, 1999-2004
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. 
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 
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:
Mary Woronov (Kka'Dath) - December 8
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.
Winner of Five Emmy Awards 
Some of the DVD Features: 
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.
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. 
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.
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.
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! 
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)
The Many Faces of Van Helsing; edited by Jeanne Cavelos
STARGATE SG-1 VOLUME 1: POW 
X-FILES VOLUME 1 TP 
SMALLVILLE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 2 TP
RISING STARS: FIRE AND ASH PAPERBACK 
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
www.thelightersideofscifi.com.
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: