Serenity (Firefly Movie)

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Great pic.

Everytime I come in here I want see the movie more.

[RedPhoenix23]

Awesome post Summers, as always! Thanks for the info!

[atrufan14]

Originally posted by TMLS' BROTHER
Great pic.

Everytime I come in here I want see the movie more.

and yet we've gotta wait longer than everyone else :( .

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Yeah. Well not all of us there is a special preview in a few citys but its sold-out :(. Lexplex is going to the manchester one I know that.

I think its at www.cantstopthesignal.co.uk

[Snake_Corda]

Thanks for the updates and picture Mel!!

I need to get the soundtrack so I can listen to it while doing 2AM feedings lol.

[atrufan14]

2am feedings?????

[TMLS' BROTHER]

For his Baby [I think]

[Summers]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
From the pages of ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY. They were another photo shot available back when the IT issue came out sometime back.


Yea, from the different photos there are various photo shoots. Considering how much Serenity is going to be in magazines next month I wouldnt be surprised we get new photos :D.


Originally posted by TMLS' BROTHER
For his Baby [I think]

Yea. His baby is on the way :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Can't wait to get the SERENITY magazine every month, that will be so great!

[Summers]

Originally posted by Snake_Corda
Thanks for the updates and picture Mel!!

I need to get the soundtrack so I can listen to it while doing 2AM feedings lol.

No prob :).

We should get a listing track soon.


Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
Can't wait to get the SERENITY magazine every month, that will be so great!

Plus posters :D.

[Snake_Corda]

Right on with the track listing!

Ooh posters!! Gotta set up the baby's room right!! :lol:

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Even better posters. :D

[Summers]

Originally posted by Snake_Corda

Ooh posters!! Gotta set up the baby's room right!! :lol:

:rotfl:

Your son looking up at Mal :D.


Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
Even better posters. :D

Oh, yea. I need some Firefly/Serenity on my walls...problem is where will it fit :lol:.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

You'll find some space, as will I.

[Snake_Corda]

Originally posted by Summers
:rotfl:

Your son looking up at Mal :D.



Oh, yea. I need some Firefly/Serenity on my walls...problem is where will it fit :lol:.

He's gonna have a browncoat blanket :lol:

What are you gonna pass on to Suzie? :lol:

[Summers]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
You'll find some space, as will I.

Since they are tiny it helps as compared to the big posters lol. I want Mal, Simon, Kaylee, River, and Inara on my walls :D.


Originally posted by Snake_Corda
He's gonna have a browncoat blanket :lol:

What are you gonna pass on to Suzie? :lol:

Just had an image of a little baby with a browncoat :lol:.

Nothing...its all mine.....muahaha

[Snake_Corda]

Originally posted by Summers
Since they are tiny it helps as compared to the big posters lol. I want Mal, Simon, Kaylee, River, and Inara on my walls :D.



Just had an image of a little baby with a browncoat :lol:.

Nothing...its all mine.....muahaha

I wonder if they will make a big collage of Mal...like 5 or 10 posters to make him...that's be freaking sweet! :D

He's gotta start young, Mel :D :lol:

[atrufan14]

@Snake_Corda - congratulations - i didn't realise. any idea on the gender/name yet?

[Summers]

Originally posted by Snake_Corda
I wonder if they will make a big collage of Mal...like 5 or 10 posters to make him...that's be freaking sweet! :D


That would be awesome. One better have him with his browncoat on :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I think we'll see a mix of posters. The magazines are from the same teams that do the Buffy and Angel magazines.

[Snake_Corda]

Originally posted by Summers
That would be awesome. One better have him with his browncoat on :D.

That's what I'm talking about! :D

[slayer]

I just saw another clip for Serenity on Sci-Fi :D !! Everytime I watch Firefly I wish Serenity was out already! :mad:

[Summers]

:lol:

What did they show?

[slayer]

A longer clip of River kicking A$$!!! It's longer than what the trailer has, it looked like she and Mal were going to shoot eachother :eek:

[MBCorp]

Yeah, I saw that too. It was awesome! :eek: :D:D

[Summers]

Hmm..he must've found out the secret. Which of course we knew that anyways just from the trailer lol.

[slayer]

What secret???
Wait I don't wanna know, well I do, BUt this is my 1st time around with Firefly :lol: so no, I don't want to know.
Wow, I just had a dilemma with myself over something really stupid :eek: :lol:

[Summers]

We dont know for what the secret is...yet :lol:. That's one of the reasons the movie is going to discuss. There is speculation regarding River's secret. The secret is theorized by the characters in the series finale "Objects in Space".

If I knew I would have put in spoiler tags lol, but its all pure speculation.

[slayer]

Awww, now I wish I could watch all of Firefly right now! I wanna speculate :( !!!! I know I am going to go out and buy the dvds soon, but I am thinking after S7 Buffy, S4 SV and S3 Roswell (for my cuz). Then I can get Firefly :D Honestly I have a job and could get them right now, but I seem to have become this cheapo who doesn't want to spend money :confused:. I guess it's different when it's your own money you are trying to spend :lol:

[Summers]

Yea, it is different when its your money. I still have the same dilmena to the extent I dont buy any dvds/cds from Jan. to May just so I can buy things later on. Oh, the temptation is tough :lol:.

Well, the characters theorize about River's secret in the finale, but there are other episodes that hint towards it. So you can start speculating very soon :).

[slayer]

:rotfl:

Oooo! Goody :D !!!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Spotted a SERENITY poster at my local theater and caught the trailer when I went to see SKELETON KEY. The movie was okay, but seeing the trailer on the big screen just says so much for Whedon again.

Love the new icon, Slayer. VM sweet!

[slayer]

Thanks :D I had it on for a short while before :p

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Just noticing :) :D

[RedPhoenix23]

Originally posted by slayer
I just saw another clip for Serenity on Sci-Fi :D !! Everytime I watch Firefly I wish Serenity was out already! :mad:

Ugh! I really have to start watching Firefly on SciFi! I have them all on DVD and since I sit through SG-1, Atlantis, and Battlestar-it's just so hard to want to sit through another hour of TV! :\

Oh Well, I guess I will just have to settle for the hour long sneak peak!

[Summers]

Half an hour sneak peak lol. Me too I havent watched Firefly on Sci-Fi since I have the dvds as well :lol:.

[yellowqueen22]

I finally saw the trailer in the movie theatre... after my heart-wrenching diappointment of not seeing it before Batman Begins. It was great! They showed alot of comedic moments... and some action. But the trailer has me doing a lot of questioning... the trailer really really focuses on Mal, River & Jayne. Everyone else only had maybe one solo shot... except for Kaylee who was noticably excluded from the trailer... with the exception of her in one ensemble shot. So now I'm wondering whether the trailer is accurate in the focus of the movie or whether the trailer is just focused on what they think will sell.

On a plus side the outside of my movie theatre was plastered (when I say plastered... I mean over a hundred) with Serenity posters. Me & my sister took pictures in front of them... I'll post them later... probably on my blog.

[Snake_Corda]

Originally posted by slayer
Thanks :D I had it on for a short while before :p

I remembered that you did :p

[Summers]

Originally posted by yellowqueen22
Everyone else only had maybe one solo shot... except for Kaylee who was noticably excluded from the trailer... with the exception of her in one ensemble shot.

On a plus side the outside of my movie theatre was plastered (when I say plastered... I mean over a hundred) with Serenity posters. Me & my sister took pictures in front of them... I'll post them later... probably on my blog.

In the second trailer they did a solo shot on Kaylee :D. It could be both. Shows the cool stuff of the Firefly universe, and show the main focus is River, Mal, and her secret. Knowing Joss there is always a lot more juicy things that the trailer doesnt show :D. But then you saw part of it in the editing room lol.

Great. Can't wait to see them :).

[ImzadiJedi]

I saw a trailer for this movie. I watch a few of the episodes (actually most of them) when it was on FOX and was bummed when it got cancelled (on a cliffhanger too).
Anyway, the trailer looked interesting. I will be seeing this when it comes out no matter what the reviews say...

[TMLS]

Well tonight's the night for previews in the UK isn't it? Who's going? Anyone got a spare pair of Birmingham tickets? (Hell, anyone got a single ticket for Brum, how I could wind up the brother if only I went ;))

[TMLS' BROTHER]

You ****ing B****** I got you into ****ing Firefly!!! With My DVD's!!!!

[TMLS]

Calm down dear, it's only a commercial joke.

Anyway tell me, how would you get there on your own? ;)

Not as if it's going to happen anyway.

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Oh Idk theres this thing called the train!!!

[RedPhoenix23]

Now boys, am I going to have to call your mother? ;)

[TMLS]

Yeah go on. She wouldn't let him go on the train I'd bet and I'll win! ;)

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Yeah right. Who does she like more she'd let me go to P you off :p

Notl ike its gonna happen anyway

[TMLS]

Not getting into an argument on here. Any more of one anyway.

It's helping you bump your post count up though ;)

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Thanks but you need the posts more than me ;) alot more :p

[TMLS]

I ain't bothered about the posts, if I was I'd play the games more often.

Anyway, this is getting dangerously close to chatting in a thread, and as that's something I moan at people for in the message board I moderate I'll go back on topic.

Is there anyone out there who's bought the Serenity novelisation yet? Saw it advertised the other day.

[atrufan14]

:rotfl: you're just like me and my sister, although i can't drive and she doesn't want to see serenity :lol:.
she only has 4 posts!

[LexPlex]

I GET TO SEE SERENITY IN 2 HOURS!!!! I AM SO EXCITED I CAN'T EVEN TYPE LOWERCASE!!! LOL

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Lucky man. TELL US WHAT ITS LIKE!!! please

[atrufan14]

yeah please give us the details (although no spoilers please)!

[Snake_Corda]

No joke...and if there any dressed in Browncoats. I am begging for one.

[TMLS' BROTHER]

You want a browncoat?

Someone will be watching Serenity lucky.

[Summers]

Originally posted by LexPlex
I GET TO SEE SERENITY IN 2 HOURS!!!! I AM SO EXCITED I CAN'T EVEN TYPE LOWERCASE!!! LOL

Congrats. Tell us if you liked, loved, or hated it? If you want to do a detailed post please put it spoiler tags, so not to spoil anything for people who doesnt want know yet.


Originally posted by Snake_Corda
No joke...and if there any dressed in Browncoats. I am begging for one.

You and me both :D.

[yellowqueen22]

Originally posted by Summers
Great. Can't wait to see them :).

Here is the link to them...

http://yellowqueen.blog-city.com/serenity_is_coming_to_town.htm

[Summers]

Nice :D. Your sisiter looks like she is hugging Mal :). That's so cool a wall of Serenity posters!!

[MBCorp]

Originally posted by LexPlex
I GET TO SEE SERENITY IN 2 HOURS!!!! I AM SO EXCITED I CAN'T EVEN TYPE LOWERCASE!!! LOL

wow! Lucky you! :D:D Hope you come back and describe your full impressions of it.

[Summers]

Serenity comic
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/20050827_121952_thumb.jpg

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

LOL. That punchline is great.

[Summers]

yea, the last line had me :rotfl:. Ironically, I can see people saying that :lol:.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Knowing the general audience it's not too much of a stretch.

[TMLS]

LexPlex, any thoughts on the moive? (No spoilers please!!!!!!!)

[homosuperior]

I spoiled myself for the movie. I'm such a spoiler whore I couldn't resist. Still panting to see it. Keep not being able to make the preview screenings, but people I know who have seen it have loved it. Some hostile reviews, but I'll be suspending judgement til I see it obviously.

I didn't like Firefly quite as much as Buffy. Partly because it didn't get a chance to get into its stride, but also because it had a bit more macho to it. Adore Jayne mind you - he's good parody macho. I hope he gets a new hat in the film. His hats rock.

[atrufan14]

loved that comic, i can also see people saying that although loads of ppl haven't even heard of firefly in the UK :(.

[Summers]

Sept issue of Empire to include Firefly/Serenity DVD !

From Serenitymovie.com.au - 2005-08-29th
Post subject: Empire Magazine Special on Serenity

Browncoats,

Prepare yourself for a *very* shiny edition of Empire magazine celebrating the release of Serenity in all its Jossy goodness.

Apart from a special interview with Joss Whedon, the next issue of Empire will feature a special DVD featuring an episode of Firefly, two trailers for SERENITY, 20 great stills from the movie, a special look at the STARFURY convention including Q+A footage of the entire cast, and trailers for the boxed sets of Buffy and Angel.

We trust you’ll support Empire’s efforts to communicate the message of Serenity to the broader cinema going populace and revel in the splendid additional features the magazine is bringing you.

Empire goes on sale September 7th so be sure to grab your copy when it hits the streets.

UIP Australia

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Looking forward to seeing that when I have the money.

[Summers]

Me too. Along with the Serenity magazine as well.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Can't believe were less than a few weeks away from the release. Seems only yesterday it was merely a rumor.

[Summers]

I know. I remember that rumor, but that was before I saw Firefly :lol:.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Now, we have the movie and possibly a sequel on down the road.

[Summers]

Possibly bridging on the money bracket that it makes enough for a sequel. According to the actors we know Joss planned out a trilogy of this universe already. That's our Joss always planning ahead :D.

[MBCorp]

Gah, I can't wait for this movie. And the fact that there's probably going to be a sequel just makes me that much more excited.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

We'll even have Serenity novels to tide us over for a sequel when it comes down to it, too.

[Summers]

Originally posted by MBCorp
Gah, I can't wait for this movie. And the fact that there's probably going to be a sequel just makes me that much more excited.

yea, when we heard about we were like :eek: :D :eek: :D.


Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
We'll even have Serenity novels to tide us over for a sequel when it comes down to it, too.

Indeed, but movie first than book second :lol:.

[MBCorp]

Wait, Serenity novels? There's going to be Serenity novels?

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Yeah, they announced it with the movie adaptation ads in the SERENITY comic. I was freakin' out when I saw it.

[MBCorp]

Oooh awesome!!! :D:D:D

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Should be available soon. I'll post an update when I see one.

[yellowqueen22]

Forgot to tell you all... Sunday night I met the scenic art director in charge of making the ship in both the pilot for Firefly and the movie of Serenity. I told him he was my hero and that if he ever needed me to accompany him to meet Joss or to see a preview of Serenity... I wouldn't mind the burden. I think I sufficiently embarrassed the poor english guy... but that's okay, he's dating one of my friends, who is even more outgoing and vocal then I am... and that is saying a lot.

[Summers]

You forgot to tell us this? :lol:...lucky :p

[Summers]

Is the art director Carey Meyer(the same one that did the fantastic Buffy sets)?

UPDATES
Serenity site goes live
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11115

Serenitymovie.com website relaunched
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11106

Summer Glau and Nathan Fillion will attend Dutch premiere of Serenity
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11082

Joss Whedon - About "Serenity" Movie - Theregoestheday.com Interview
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11067

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - Medium Quality New Promotional Photos

Tense moment
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/fire.jpg

Prepare for crash landing perhaps?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/crash.jpg

The Siblings
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/hug.jpg

New Shot angle
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/newshot.jpg

Serenity :D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/ship.jpg

Mal: Hmmm....should I tell her something, or will she just read my mind before I say it?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/10.jpg

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Love the new pics!

[Summers]

Me too. We finally got a shot of Kaylee and Serenity :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Now, we're just that much closer to the movie.

[Summers]

In the month of Sept. finally!!!

*doing Snoopy Dance*

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Everything is going to hit like a storm this month. At long last.

[Summers]

Serenity Clips
http://www.slayerverse.org/tanet/net_buffy_us/?navi=news.php&id=25606

Complete Cast Shooting! It's centered on the women.
http://www.slayerverse.org/tanet/net_buffy_us/index.php?navi=news.php&id=25586#comments
Now just need more cast pictures of the men :D.

[MBCorp]

Wow, those publicity pictures of the women were really glamorous! And yeah, I'm definitely looking forward to seeing some cast pics of the men.:D

I ordered the Serenity novelization on amazon. I kind of wish I hadn't though because I know I'm going to be sooo tempted to read it before the movie comes out.:p

[Summers]

I like the picture of the women together in the light colors. They look terrific. Come on, I release the hottie men like Nathan :D.

You ordered it? omg, you and Derek are going have to fight temptation in the next coming weeks lol.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I'll dodge the novel for the time being -- SV Alt Season Five and my short stories are keeping me pretty busy, so I'll see the film before I get my hands on the book.

[Summers]

UPDATES
"Serenity" - Nathan Fillion & Summer Glau - Deauville Festival - High Quality Photos
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11145

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - Deauville Film Festival Premiere - Fan Report(no spoilers included)
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11143

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - Seven Exclusive Clips on Aol.com
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11140

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - Live in Atlanta, Charlotte, Memphis, Greenville or Memphis
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11131

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - Reaver 6" Action Figure Revealed - Spoilers
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11133
Now, I didn't read what it says, but given the fact it has "spoilers" in the title. I'm saying our Reaver theory in the movie is very accurate :).

Joss Whedon - Revenge of the nerd - Smh.com.au Interview
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11126

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - Medium Quality Pre-production Art - Spoilers
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11125

New Serenity trailer by Uip.co.uk
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11120

The Serenity Empire webchat transcript
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11118

[MBCorp]

I'm not reading any of the spoilers links, lol, but the other ones are awesome.:D The revenge of the nerd article about Whedon was especially interesting, especially in describing just how important and influential internet fans can be at times (somebody needs to mail it to AlMiles:p) And the webchat transcript was also fun to read.:) I'd forgotten all about his plans to do Ripper, actually.:p

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I love my gut instinct, but I haven't looked at the spoilers. I can't believe the Reaver thing is right thought :D

[Summers]

Originally posted by MBCorp
I'm not reading any of the spoilers links, lol, but the other ones are awesome.:D The revenge of the nerd article about Whedon was especially interesting, especially in describing just how important and influential internet fans can be at times (somebody needs to mail it to AlMiles:p) And the webchat transcript was also fun to read.:) I'd forgotten all about his plans to do Ripper, actually.:p

I didn't read them either. I just copied and paste the headlines, and URLs. It's nice they put "spoilers" in the headlines :D. AlMiles would probably trash it since they don't care anyways :lol:. The webchat was great.


Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
I love my gut instinct, but I haven't looked at the spoilers. I can't believe the Reaver thing is right thought :D

We so had that Reaver thing since the first trailer :). Didn't our new theory had the Reavers the reason they crash land on that planet. We connected the two trailers together.

[Ketchup]

Hold on... why was Firefly canceled? Cuz I was watching it on SciFi the other day and it seemed pretty cool.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Fox didn't think it was drawing in an audience in the Friday night slot they aired it in. The other issues laid in the fact that they aired it out of order and pulled it from the time slot constantly.

[Ketchup]

So basicly it was canceled because of the idiots at Fox? Thats really a sad way for a show to die =(

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Pretty much sums it up. I actually caught the Pilot and the last episode right as they aired. I was hooked and it was of course the final showing. I watched and waited for the DVD set and finally got it. Loved the series from then on out.

Joss has already announced a sequel, but let's just hope he gets to make fun of FOX when he comes down to getting a sequel or sequels. I'm so glad Universal (one of my all time favorite studios!!!!) was willing to pick it up.

[Summers]

Yea, the Fox did not handle Firefly at all. It was mostly by their own doing. They shot themselves in the foot. As the saying goes "when one door closes another one opens'....thus the new movie. Which Joss Whedon already laid out for sequel. Joss will have his revenge muahaha.

There is a Firefly thread in the General TV forum.


Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis

Joss has already announced a sequel, but let's just hope he gets to make fun of FOX when he comes down to getting a sequel or sequels. I'm so glad Universal (one of my all time favorite studios!!!!) was willing to pick it up.

Like he made fun of the WB executives by using Hamilton and W&H in Angel S5 :lol:.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I can still remember the awkard teaser trailer for the show, when FOX first announced it. It didn't even really have the feel of the show...the clips were so scattered and of course, it was SERENITY, PART 1 and 2 bu tas everyone knows "Episode 3" aired first.

[MBCorp]

Okay, I'm curious....what is the Reaver theory you guys came up with? :)

[Summers]

Ugh, I just remember bits and pieces lol. Um, Derek, RedPhoenix, Alex, and Yellowqueen is going to have to help fill in the blanks.

Oh, I think it was we would meet the Reavers early on in the movie, and they will be the reason they crash land on the planet. They are really the cataylsts of the events that unfold because on the planet Mal takes River to closes town. I think that's all we got from the trailers and promotional pictures. Was that the gist of it Derek?

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Originally, in the teaser trailer we got a glimpse of a creature. Mel and I deduced that it was a Reaver, but taking things to the present, we believe it's a Reaver ship (this part of the theory is all Mel) forces Serenity to land.

There's a clip of the Reaver's chasing them on the ground that aired on Sci-Fi a while back.

That's how I remember it.

[MBCorp]

Ah, okay...sounds cool.:D

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I truly hope we get some details on Book in this movie.

[Summers]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
Originally, in the teaser trailer we got a glimpse of a creature. Mel and I deduced that it was a Reaver, but taking things to the present, we believe it's a Reaver ship (this part of the theory is all Mel) forces Serenity to land.

There's a clip of the Reaver's chasing them on the ground that aired on Sci-Fi a while back.

That's how I remember it.

Yea, that's how I remember it. We just put everything together. It seems plausible lol. It would be cool if we were right in the order of the events :D.


Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
I truly hope we get some details on Book in this movie.

Me too. He is more of a mystery than River is especially his connection to the Alliance. I think we have to remember that we may only get some since Joss is laying it out for the sequel as well. The second viewing of this movie I'm looking for foreshadowing :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

As will I. I'm gonna have to watch the episodes, again, when I get the chance to see it again.

[Summers]

I'm just glad Sci-Fi is reairing the Serenity special later that day since I have a teaching seminar that evening. I was so happy lol.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Thanks for reminding me. I'm going to have to tape it either way.

[Summers]

Well, it doesn't air until Sept.27th during the Firefly marathon.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Then I have time lol.

[Summers]

Two weeks? yea, I would say that's a lot of time lol.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Time enough to plan for it. :D

[Summers]

The Australian poster
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/Avonela/20050906_072116.jpg

I have to say I love it :D. Mal and Jayne look awesome in the background with the explosion, and "creator of Buffy & Angel" gotta love that recognition there as well :). Oooo..and the tagline :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Love the tagline, but I think the International Poster works best. At least for me.

[Summers]

I love them all lol. River looks like she is holding a smaller version of Buffy's Hunga Munga weapon from the episode "Anne". I love that weapon and episode :).

Serenity Final Battle Malcolm Reynolds Action Figure - Good Quality Photos
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11178

I still want the toy with the browncoat :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I really don't get the full intention of the movie with this poster. I mean, I know what we're in for but if I was an suspecting viewer I probably think...hot chick with weapons, group shot, and what's going on?

I love the River pose :D

[Summers]

I just thought they were showing how badass the group was lol. Like in the trailer when Jayne says "Let's go be bad guys".

Her other weapon is new to me, and another clue IMO.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Probably just something she picks up in battle.

[MBCorp]

Whoa....that poster is awesome! :eek: :D

[Ketchup]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
Love the tagline, but I think the International Poster works best. At least for me.

A link? I wanna see the International one.

Also, just got the DVD set for Firefly... went and bought it after school.

[Summers]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
Probably just something she picks up in battle.

Probably, but being Joss his weapons he uses for his characters are sometimes special:
-Troll's hammer
-Slayer Scythe
-Hunga Munga
-the swords from "Becoming"
I mean he really takes special care in designing them, so it has to mean something to at least River's character.

I should've mentioned this last night. If Serenity makes $40 million dollars nationwide, and $80 million worldwide we are going to get the sequel Joss already laid out. That's the most detailed news I heard from the recent Dragon-Con reports.

Hopefully there will be an actual article that confirms these numbers even more.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I have no doubt it will with the advertisement Universal has put forth for it and they've covered most if not all their bases.

[ferd]

Yeek! I'm *so* excited I just have to share this with Firefly fans. Yeep! I just got back from Dragon Con in Atlanta, and I got to meet Adam, Morena, Jewel, and Ron. Yay!!! :D I wore the Shindig dress of Kaylee's and would you believe my luck--I actually sort of ran into Jewel, Morena and Ron up in the bar and you should've seen the look on her face. She was like in shock that someone was dressed up as her--it was hilarious. Morena was like "I got to get a pic of this" and she snapped a pic of me and Jewel with her own camera--and my sneaky little friend snapped one for me! Yay! (I'll post it as soon as she sends it to me) Yeep!!! She also told me my dress looked just like the real one which was the biggest compliment ever. Yay!!! This con was a total blast--especially for me, a Firefly fan.

Here's a couple of pics--I promise to post more when I get them. :D


Bean (my pig with Jewel) :p :lol: This pig gets around.

http://www.ferdalump.com/beanjewel.jpg

Bean and Adam (He looks totaly freaked that I asked him to pose with a pig) :lol: :lol:

http://www.ferdalump.com/beanadambaldwin.jpg

and me in my dress :D

http://www.ferdalump.com/mekaylee1.jpg

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

That's awesome! Loving seeing everyone meeting those involved. I need to get myself to a convention next chance I get.

Looking forward to seeing what other photos you have.

Dress looks dead up like the one in the show :)

[ImzadiJedi]

I think the poster is just one way they are trying to market the movie. Let's hope its sells and that it is good too. :)

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I have a strong feeling it will.

[Summers]

Awww..Fred you looked great in Kaylee's dress :). Omg, Adam's face looks so Jayne like lol. Jewel looks sweet with Ben :).

You are so lucky. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and your pictures :).

[Ketchup]

Is there a sequel coming up for Firefly, by any chance?

Cuz I just finished the DVD and this series is amazing =) Too bad doesnt really have an ending to it.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Joss has plans for one, but the film has be successful at the box office first.

[Summers]

$40 nationwide, and $80 million worldwide for a sequel.

[iloveplaid]

I will definitely be putting $ towards a sequel!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I'm sizing up opening night.

[iloveplaid]

Im going to be in a little town in nv when it comes out so they wont get the movie there when it opoens so i have to wait till i get home to watch it. I'm super bummed!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

It'll be worth the wait. :)

[iloveplaid]

Yes it will be!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

You might as well try and find the movie adaptation in novel format to tide you over. The novel is available now.

[iloveplaid]

What! theres a novel! man i'm the last to hear everything :(

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

The Serenity is line basically this --

Visual Companion
Movie Adaptation - Novel
3 Part Comic
Action Figures - Mal and Jayne and a Reaver
Magazine

And that's only these past months.

Look for more action figures and new novels picking up after the movie.

[ferd]

Sorry to post yet another pic but this one I just had to share with my fellow Firefly fans. :p :D :o

Me and Jewel! Yeep!!! She spotted me and the dress and goes "Get over here!" And Morena (Inara) was like "I've got to get a picture of this!" It was really cool! And she was *very* nice and complimented my fluffy pink layer of cake dress. :p ;)

http://www.ferdalump.com/mejewel.jpg

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I'm loving all these fan photos. Wish I had had the chance to get to the Con, but it seems Mel and I are stuck in the same situation more or less.

Loving all the pics, Ferd. :)

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

http://www.joblo.com/index.php?id=8548
CLIPS!

[Summers]

UPDATES
Joss Whedon will answer your Serenity questions on www.whedon.info !!!!!!!!
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11232

"Serenity" Australian Screening - Q&A to be filmed as part of the Serenity DVD
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11230

Movies.com Buzz Bin on Serenity : "It was awesome." - Ranked #4
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11227

The Signal #9 podcast is up - Serenityfirefly.com Audio Show
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11225

Serenity promotion goes to next level
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11221

Joss Whedon - About "Serenity" Movie - Nowplayingmag.com Interview
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11195

Serenity #1 in Moviefone’s top 5 requested movies
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11194

[ferd]

Warning:

Just a word to the wise--Beware of the Serenity Magazine if you don't want to be spoiled for the movie!!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Thanks, Ferd.

Getting it before the movie, but not going to be looking at it.

[yellowqueen22]

Yeah... well I was out of town when they were all in my neck of the woods for Comic Con... really should make it there one of these days.

[TMLS]

Yes! We've got tickets for a preview showing a week on Tuesday! Wahoo!

Bring it on...

[atrufan14]

where is this preview?

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Go to:

www.cantstopthesignal.com then advance previews should say something there.

The one we are going to is Nottingham.

[atrufan14]

awesome - thanks. too bad they're all sold out :(

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Sorry :(

[atrufan14]

np :), i'll just wait like everyone else

[Summers]

Originally posted by ferd
Warning:

Just a word to the wise--Beware of the Serenity Magazine if you don't want to be spoiled for the movie!!

Thanks, Ferd. I was going to read it now I'm not until I see the movie lol. Thank you so much.


Originally posted by TMLS
Yes! We've got tickets for a preview showing a week on Tuesday! Wahoo!

Bring it on...

Congrats :). Lucky :p lol.

[yellowqueen22]

Look at all the things going on in my neck of the woods... crazy...

Fan Fest at Universal Studios Theme Park - September 9th, 2005 - We just got word that on Saturday September 24th (two days after the red carpet premiere), Universal will be hosting a Serenity Fan Fest at Universal Studios Theme Park. “Joss and & members of the cast are doing a Q&A, meet & greet/signing and we’ll be screening something (clips, bloopers…not sure exactly) at the beginning of the Q&A. There will be a special $15 off entry in to the park coupon for the event..”

Universal has also posted information on more free Serenity press screenings in NY and LA. Please show up to these and show your enthusiasm for the movie. We want those reviewers to be blown away by our energy. Los Angeles

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 13th, 7:00 pm
Location: Mann's Chinese Theater, Hollywood and Highland, Los Angeles

Date & Time: Friday, September 16th, 7:30 pm
Location: AMC Century City Theatre, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City
For this screening ONLY - please RSVP to 818-777-0773

Red Carpet Premiere Shindig - September 9th, 2005 - The SoCal Browncoats are throwing a Big Damn Movie “Browncoats Only Shindig” at the Hard Rock Cafe overlooking the Red Carpet Premiere of Serenity. The Shindig starts at 5:30pm PST on September 22. See you all there!

I'm almost considering going to the Mann's screening... but to be honest the chances of me getting a ticket unless I show up at 6am are unlikely... and I have class. Additionally, I'm happy to pay full price in the movie theatre... I like my money going into the industry. But still... preview screening... very cool!!!!

[Summers]

That's awesome too bad I'm too busy :(.

[yellowqueen22]

I'm out of town the weekend of the Universal stuff... too bad that one I might have done... since Universal is so close to my house.

[Summers]

Firefly - "Serenity" Movie - 33 Medium Quality Promotional Photos
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11241

Some are new photos, and some you guys have seen before. There are two awesome Mal photos. One with his brownjacket on :D.

[yellowqueen22]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a122/yellowqueen22/Avatar-SerenityAnimation.gif

New Avatar I made in honor of the upcoming release... thanks for the pics summer.

[iloveplaid]

Sweet Avatar! I love Firefly & Serenity!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Less than a few weeks away and can't wait. I'm re-reading the comic to tide me over. Review coming Monday. Meant to have yesterday but I'm falling behind schedule.

[yellowqueen22]

Originally posted by iloveplaid
Sweet Avatar! I love Firefly & Serenity!

Thanks!!!! Me too... can you tell????

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

You slid in the EW photos :) and the Austrila Poster :D but most imortantly you have my favorite poster the first one.

[yellowqueen22]

Yup... I think I done good!!!!!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

That you did :)

[atrufan14]

love that avatar :), you used all of the best pics in it.

[yellowqueen22]

Thanks!!!

[atrufan14]

np :D

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I'm going to finish up SERENITY Issue no. 3 and I'll finally post that review. Spoiler Free.

Oops, I meant to say tonight.

[atrufan14]

can't wait :)

[Summers]

MSN ask which movie you want this fall - Serenity is #3
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11281
:D :D :D

The final colour cover for the "Serenity" TPB by Adam Hughes
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11287
Beautiful drawn pictures of Mal

Serenity TV spots available online
http://www.whedon.info/article.php3?id_article=11288

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

SERENITY -- THE COMIC -- A REVIEW -- ((SPOILER FREE))

I suppose if anything anybody could treat this chapter of Firefly as simply filler into between episodes or in this case build-up for the film, SERENITY, itself, but in its essence it is something far more.

From the start, Joss Whedon and Brett Matthews, the creator and one of the writers on the show -- the Whedon Duo as I like to call them, sets us square in the middle of the action with Mal and his crew dealing with other ideals. Fans of the show will instantly click with the moment since it's pure Whedon, but the book excels at re-introducing the cast over the three issues. We meet everyone in their own environment and suffering through their ordeals and dealing with the situations at hand.

Whedon and Matthews continue to excell at their characterization. Once again for the fans of the show the character's are expanded on in a fashion that allows for new readers to come and enjoy, but respects the Browncoat's out there.

The artwork by Will Conrad is stunning. Some of the best artwork I've seen come out of Dark Horse comics in some time, in fact, it was realistic enough and dead on the character's that I had no issue with buying into the character's again. (Like I had to.)

Also of note, the character's get individual covers - we'll get all of them in the upcoming Trade Paperback/Graphic Novel.

As for the bad, it feels too short at times. Three issues just isn't enough to cover all these characters but Whedon and Matthews understand that, but everybody gets equal consideration just like on the show.

There are some surprising dileemas brought in and there are short-lived characters, but I think it more than makes up for it since this is after all the build up for the movie.

4/5

[Summers]

Thanks Derek :). Very insightful.

Other updates, such as viewing of the TV Spots on the previous page.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Thanks, Mel. Checking out the TV spots now. :)

[Summers]

They showed one of the TV Spots on Monday Night Football!!!! :D

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I caught it one on Comedy Central the othe rnight in the middle of Billy Madison.

[Summers]

Another network that gets more viewers :).

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

It caught me off guard plus with the new lines and all.

[TMLS' BROTHER]

What?! 4/5 did we read the same issue? I'd give it 5/5 or 9/10!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

My main issue was there was too little development. You get some sense of it, but there really wasn't too much in that department.

If I go into spoilers it's going to ruin for the others.

I was covering the overall story arc of the comics as well.

*Little Known Fact* SERENITY was originally written (the comic book) for a Direct to DVD release before the film, but Universal didn't want that to happen so Joss and Brett went over to Dark Horse and turned the project into a comic book. And the rest is Browncoat history!

[atrufan14]

looks like the movie's gonna be a hit, i've been seeing a lot of interest in it on the net :)

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Should be. It's got a great ad campiagn going for it and every magazine is backing it up. EW had an article on in the NIP/TUCK issue and there's so much Serenity goodies out there already that it's going to be an open field day for new and old fans alike.

[atrufan14]

it's really good for Joss that his first proper film is (hopefully) gonna do so well. lets just hope he makes a big name for himself :)

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I think he's already done so, this will just expand his horizon that much more.

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
My main issue was there was too little development. You get some sense of it, but there really wasn't too much in that department.

If I go into spoilers it's going to ruin for the others.

I was covering the overall story arc of the comics as well.

*Little Known Fact* SERENITY was originally written (the comic book) for a Direct to DVD release before the film, but Universal didn't want that to happen so Joss and Brett went over to Dark Horse and turned the project into a comic book. And the rest is Browncoat history!

Ok man, DOn't want to ruin it for them.

I didn't know about that fact. Interesting.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

But like I said it's great build up for the movie. Kind of a cliffhanger build-up that we've come to expect from Whedon's shows.

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Yes it does.

[MBCorp]

You know, I broke down and read the novelization the other day, so I'm totally spoiled.:lol::p But in a way it's a good thing since it's made me even more excited to see it on film.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

All I can say is lucky. I've avoided it thus far and I'm waiting until after the movie to get it. Same for the Visual Guide.

[MBCorp]

The novelization was awesome, so I can only imagine how great the movie will be. The plot is absolutely amazing.:)

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Now, you get to tease me and Mel lol.

I'm surprised I'm holding out on getting it. It's so very unlike me.

Can't wait to see the movie!

[Summers]

Originally posted by LexLuthorMetropolis
Should be. It's got a great ad campiagn going for it and every magazine is backing it up. EW had an article on in the NIP/TUCK issue and there's so much Serenity goodies out there already that it's going to be an open field day for new and old fans alike.

EW just rocks in promotion for all Whedon things. I mean during Buffyverse days that magazine loved anything Whedon :).


Originally posted by MBCorp
You know, I broke down and read the novelization the other day, so I'm totally spoiled.:lol::p But in a way it's a good thing since it's made me even more excited to see it on film.

Oh, but you said you wouldn't read it :lol:. Someone was tempted too much lol.

Given that its a positive review to get you more excited, than I'm more excited :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Tempted to buy it now.

[TMLS]

UK Folk. The second wave screenings still ALL have places left!

Details at http://www.cantstopthesignal.co.uk

Why wait until October? See it now!!!

[atrufan14]

awesome :D, i might get tickets to that. it depends on where and when.

[TMLS]

Well you'd be welcome to come with us, but guess Nottingham is a little far for you ;)

[atrufan14]

just a bit :lol:. i reckon that southampton or milton keynes is the closest.

[Ketchup]

Hey does anyone know the name of the song at the beginning of the trailer (first one) with a weird guitar riff?

[TMLS]

Bluewater, Leeds and Nottingham have now sold out, UKers...

[atrufan14]

i think i'll just wait until it properly comes out. that way i can see it without having to travel and my mum doesn't have to come with me. it's no biggie since i never saw firefly :lol:

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I'm getting the Visual Companion and novel tonight if I can find them,=.


Originally posted by Summers
EW just rocks in promotion for all Whedon things. I mean during Buffyverse days that magazine loved anything Whedon :).



Oh, but you said you wouldn't read it :lol:. Someone was tempted too much lol.

Given that its a positive review to get you more excited, than I'm more excited :D.

I'm joining the club one way or another.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Couldn't find them but found the Serenity magazine and a STARLOG with Serenity on the cover. Let us just say I know a secret.

[Summers]

Um, well Ferd said how spoilery they are :lol:. Your not the only one that knows a secret. Anyone that reads it knows it, or know much more than they did lol.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I know. It's two for two, but I will say the Reavers look great!

[Summers]

I'm just giddy our Reaver theory is showing some light :).

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Yeah, and they look disguistingly great! Truly the way they described them in the episodes.

[Summers]

Just knowing they are eat human flesh, and they do not have any logical reasoning. Scares the crap out of me.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Just wait until you see them. If you go into the offical site, you get a brief glance at them in the shadows, but you truly can't make out what they are.

[Summers]

I saw them in the trailer :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

A brief glimpse you mean :)

Wait until you see them up close. Gives new meaning to the word horror.

[Summers]

No, the brief glimpse was enough for me. Looking at the screencap will do that to you. I have a pretty good view of the Reavers look like. IMO They used early-man as a foundation to the make-up surrounding how they look.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Had no idea about that, but I can see that now.

[yellowqueen22]

UPDATE - my friend called me tonight and left a message for me. She went to the LA premiere of Serenity this week with her boyfriend (aka the set designer in charge of building the ship for the pilot of FIREFLY and the movie SERENITY... the same one I teased and called God last week). She said she saw Joss.... have to talk to her to get the confirmation that she actually met & talked to him... how jealous am I... especially since she really doesn't know the Whedon shows. And she saw the movie... which she described as great and told me I'd love it. I'll talk to her later and give you any good details about the premiere... if there are any!!!

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Can't wait to hear them!

[Ketchup]

www.imdb.com 's users rated Serenity at 8.6... that's almost as high as Star Wars. This movie is gonna be awesome.

[atrufan14]

that's such a high rating! oooh i can't wait.

[Ketchup]

It doesnt get ranked till its opens in all theaters, but yeah, if the 8.6 holds, the movie will be in top 25 movies of all time... thats crazy. =) I got most of my friends hooked on Firefly, so they'll all be rating it 10

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Less than two weeks until it the signal reaches us!

[Summers]

Originally posted by yellowqueen22
UPDATE - my friend called me tonight and left a message for me. She went to the LA premiere of Serenity this week with her boyfriend (aka the set designer in charge of building the ship for the pilot of FIREFLY and the movie SERENITY... the same one I teased and called God last week). She said she saw Joss.... have to talk to her to get the confirmation that she actually met & talked to him... how jealous am I... especially since she really doesn't know the Whedon shows. And she saw the movie... which she described as great and told me I'd love it. I'll talk to her later and give you any good details about the premiere... if there are any!!!

omg, that's awesome :D. She is so lucky lol. Is this set designer Carey Meyer?


Originally posted by Ketchup
It doesnt get ranked till its opens in all theaters, but yeah, if the 8.6 holds, the movie will be in top 25 movies of all time... thats crazy. =) I got most of my friends hooked on Firefly, so they'll all be rating it 10

Wow, that's a high ranking for imdb :eek:. All we need is 40 million too, and we get a sequel :D. I'm going twice. Once with my sisters(who are so hooked on this show they read the Serenity magazine top to bottom), and second time with my friends.

[yellowqueen22]

Originally posted by Summers
omg, that's awesome :D. She is so lucky lol. Is this set designer Carey Meyer?


No... Timothy Earls... he also worked on a whole bunch of other sci-fi stuff like Star Trek & Babylon 5....

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0247383/

[Ketchup]

12 days... hmm.

[TMLS' BROTHER]

Less then 2 days for me :D :D :D

[Ketchup]

Originally posted by TMLS' BROTHER
Less then 2 days for me :D :D :D

What.. how come?!

[Summers]

He gets an early screening in England :).

[Ketchup]

DAMN! I wanna fly over to England to go to an early screening lol.

[Summers]

Me too, but it's sold out :eek: :lol:.

[Ketchup]

Lol we could give a new meanign to the phrase "sneak in" lol

[Summers]

:rotfl:

"Just a bunch of foreigners sneaking in don't mind us"

[Ketchup]

:lol:
Or

"You mess with us, you mess with the United States of America!" lol

[Summers]

Nah, I couldn't say it :lol:. England has been USA ally since WW1. I would feel guilty lol.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Getting my hands on the novel and Visual Companion one way or another this week. Stopping at every bookstore in my area until I find them.

[TMLS]

Tomorrow night for the brother and me... can't wait!

[atrufan14]

awesome, have fun! :D

[Summers]

Yea, have fun. If your going to do a detailed review here can you please make spoiler tags just in case for those who don't want to be spoiled :D.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Makes two even though I'm hunting down the novel and visual companion. Already have the magazine but I'm still not ruining it for anyone except for one detail that I shall never speak again.

[Summers]

:rotfl: I know what you talking about. eh, you innocently slipped it out on IM lol.

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Made the reference for you specifically :)

[Summers]

Awww.....:)

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

:D

Still searching for the books.

[Summers]

Makes you feel any better I didn't find them either this past weekend.

[TMLS]

Originally posted by Summers
Yea, have fun. If your going to do a detailed review here can you please make spoiler tags just in case for those who don't want to be spoiled :D.

No problem, I usually put reviews on my website, and even if I do put it on here then it'd be as spoiler free as possible - I generally don't spoil in reviews unless there's no way around it and it won't matter.

Tonight's the night! :D

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

Originally posted by Summers
Makes you feel any better I didn't find them either this past weekend.

Lady I talked with at the bookstore said they should be in with last weeks shipment. So hopefully it'll be in this time when I go in.

[TMLS]

4 1/2 hours to go :D

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

All I can say is lucky.

Got my hands on the Serenity novel and now, I have the Visual Companion on order for next Tuesday.

[TMLS]

Seen it. No comment, just go see it. For the love of God, go see it.

[atrufan14]

speechless, eh? :lol:

[LexLuthorMetropolis]

I'm reading the novel right now and I'm staying silent as well. All I can say is we're in for a serious treat.

[TMLS]

No, just can see why no-one's saying anything.

Not too sure how much people who haven't seen it will enjoy it though.