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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 13, 2017 17:19:56 GMT -6
"Paradise" What can I say, beyond HELL YES!! They may not be the Justice League in name yet, but they're there in spirit! Brilliant beginning to this final part of the chapter. I really hope someone smacks that shit-eating grin of Lord's face some time soon.
Question 1: When exactly are the flashbacks to Themyscira set? During Chloe's time with the Suicide Squad, perhaps?
Question 2: I noticed that you didn't specify any casting for the older Steve Trevor or Dale Gunn? Did you have anyone in mind as you wrote them?
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 11, 2017 9:35:33 GMT -6
Jack, with the imminent release of "Paradise", what can you tell us about Themiscyra and that Amazons, and what kind of presence they have in the wider world?
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 10, 2017 9:24:16 GMT -6
VSGUIDE EXCLUSIVE:
ALAN RITCHSON & ELENA SATINE CONFIRM UPCOMING APPEARANCES
The First Family of Atlantis is coming to Metropolis! VSGuide has the exclusive reveal that Elena Satine ("The Gifted", "Revenge") will make her return as 'Queen Mera', alongside Alan Ritchson's 'King Orin', in the upcoming 9th episode of the second season of "M:SCU".
Entitled "Trident", the episode will mark a major moment in the shared VPNDCU when the Kingdom of Atlantis finally comes to the negotiating table with the United Nations, and Metropolis, home to so many superheroes, is chosen as the neutral ground for those critical talks. "We've been hinting at the strained relations between Atlantis and the surface world at various moments throughout our run," explains Alex Matthews. "Showing how the reveal of Atlantis has affected the wider world has always been part of the long-term game plan we developed, and this episode really pushes it home, going off the events in earlier episodes and minisodes as a jumping off point."
Viewers may remember that Elena and Alan starred in the minisode "Crown" which showed the critical moment A.C. finally discovered his destiny as future king of the Seven Seas, a destiny he'd already begun to accept in his final "Smallville" appearance, "Patriot". In the minisode, Mera was also heavily pregnant, and "Trident" will showcase the entire royal family, including 'Aquababy'.
"Becoming parents has definitely changed them both. Before the birth, the role of being King and Queen was about being a figurehead for their people, but now they realize that they actually have a child that needs to be raised and nurtured," Matthews told VSGuide. "All the lessons Mera helped A.C. learn to become an effective King are now being used in a more focused way with their own son."
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 10, 2017 9:01:40 GMT -6
CASTING EXCLUSIVE:
"KILLJOYS" STAR LUKE MACFARLANE
LANDS RECURRING GUEST ROLE!
VSGuide has been told that Luke Macfarlane, the former " Brothers and Sisters" star, currently staring in the hit SyFy series " Killjoys" with former " Smallville" star and " Watchtower" guest star Aaron Ashmore, will be appearing in an as-yet-unknown number of episodes througout the back half of the second season of " Metropolis: Special Crimes Unit". Macfarlane has landed the role of Thomas 'Tommy' Jagger, a DC Comics character long associated with both the Suicide Squad and Checkmate, as well as the Batman. However, series creator Alex Matthews explains that while certain aspects of his comic history have remained the same, others have been altered to better fit the current narrative. " Like the DC version, our Tommy Jagger is an openly gay man and the son of a golden-age superhero, the Judomaster. But in our version, his ties to Checkmate and Batman are non-existant." Matthews explained why certain aspects were changed, and it involes the main cast member he'll be interacting with the most over his time on the show, " In our universe, Tommy is the ex-boyfriend to Todd Rice. They knew each other back in the early days, when Todd was just beginning his search into who his biological parents were, and why they gave him up. Tommy was his rock, but eventually they drifted apart." Fans of the Todd/Damon dynamic, take heed! In an on-set brief interview, Macfarlane admitted that there is some coming tension in that relationship, and Tommy's arrival gives Todd a familiar face to turn to as he deals with several massive changes in his life. " Tommy's not here to cause trouble, but he's also in the right place at the right time when Todd needs someone to talk to and who knows his background. He knows exactly what Todd has gone through when wrestling with the idea of having a superhero for a parent. It pushed them apart, as they made the decision to make a better life for themselves then what they were doing when they first met." Macfarlane will debut in the eighth episode of the season, " Fixate". Sad that the checkmate angle isnt kept, but i cant wait to see him show up and interact with Todd I've outline their first few scenes together, and it's a lot of fun having someone else for Todd to bounce off from - I hope these interactions show us a different side to Todd, and glimpse into his past a bit more then has already been hinted at in earlier episodes. I'm a romantic at heart, so I don't always appreciate certain decision on my favourite shows that deliberately cause trouble for character relationships - splitting up Leo and Piper on " Charmed" is the one that comes to mind. I understand why it was done, and how it moved the characters forward, but at the time, I just remember wanting the two of them back together! Tommy isn't here to be a thorn in the relationship between Damon and Todd, rather he'll help the two realize how perfect they are together. As for Checkmate not being part of his history, it was a necessary compromise with Jack, and honestly, it wasn't needed... for reasons that will become apparent in the next run of episodes. I can't wait till you read Ep 5 all the way to the end!
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 9, 2017 17:04:59 GMT -6
Roll on this coming Monday!!
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 7, 2017 10:03:47 GMT -6
THIS JUST IN: New (and hopefully final) version of the pilot is now available!! Also included Ep 2 for your enjoyment as well.
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 7, 2017 6:09:38 GMT -6
CASTING EXCLUSIVE:
"KILLJOYS" STAR LUKE MACFARLANE
LANDS RECURRING GUEST ROLE!
VSGuide has been told that Luke Macfarlane, the former " Brothers and Sisters" star, currently staring in the hit SyFy series " Killjoys" with former " Smallville" star and " Watchtower" guest star Aaron Ashmore, will be appearing in an as-yet-unknown number of episodes througout the back half of the second season of " Metropolis: Special Crimes Unit". Macfarlane has landed the role of Thomas 'Tommy' Jagger, a DC Comics character long associated with both the Suicide Squad and Checkmate, as well as the Batman. However, series creator Alex Matthews explains that while certain aspects of his comic history have remained the same, others have been altered to better fit the current narrative. " Like the DC version, our Tommy Jagger is an openly gay man and the son of a golden-age superhero, the Judomaster. But in our version, his ties to Checkmate and Batman are non-existant." Matthews explained why certain aspects were changed, and it involes the main cast member he'll be interacting with the most over his time on the show, " In our universe, Tommy is the ex-boyfriend to Todd Rice. They knew each other back in the early days, when Todd was just beginning his search into who his biological parents were, and why they gave him up. Tommy was his rock, but eventually they drifted apart." Fans of the Todd/Damon dynamic, take heed! In an on-set brief interview, Macfarlane admitted that there is some coming tension in that relationship, and Tommy's arrival gives Todd a familiar face to turn to as he deals with several massive changes in his life. " Tommy's not here to cause trouble, but he's also in the right place at the right time when Todd needs someone to talk to and who knows his background. He knows exactly what Todd has gone through when wrestling with the idea of having a superhero for a parent. It pushed them apart, as they made the decision to make a better life for themselves then what they were doing when they first met." Macfarlane will debut in the eighth episode of the season, " Fixate".
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 5, 2017 12:40:44 GMT -6
Criminey! Didn't realize it had been this long since I posted any updates! Rest assured this project/pitch is still active - I'm currently taking a break from being stuck on the MSCU 2x08 outline to rework Raven 1x01. I may even post Ep2 along with it
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Post by Alex Matthews on Nov 2, 2017 19:20:31 GMT -6
That's 2x07 first draft done!! OMG that last scene was a killer to word right!! Will start editting 2x05 and 2x06 within the next couple of days, while I jump back into the outline of 2x08!
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 31, 2017 6:32:01 GMT -6
CASTING NEWS: "TEEN WOLF" AND "DOLLHOUSE" ALUMNI BOOK GUEST ROLES!
That's right, people! Not one, but TWO NEW GUEST ANNOUNCEMENTS!! It has been revealed to VSGuide that Haley Webb, formerly of "Teen Wolf" fame, has been booked for a one-episode guest appearance as the DC Comics character of 'Rita Farr', more commonly known as 'Elasti-Girl' of the superhero misfit team, the 'Doom Patrol'. In the lore of DC Comics, Rita is a Hollywood actress who, after exposure to unusual volcanic gases while shooting a film in Africa, discovers that she can expand or shrink her body at will, from hundreds of feet tall to mere inches in height. Due to an initial lack of control though, she is considered something of a freak, ending her career, before being recruited into the Doom Patrol, to use her abilities for good.
"This iteration of Rita is very much in her pre-superhero career, as a jobbing actress who's just landed the role of a lifetime, and is appearing at the Metro Wonder-Con as part of a publicity drive," Alex Matthews, series creator, tells us. "But this is Metropolis, so not everything is going to be smooth sailing."
Joining her is former "Dollhouse" and "X-Men: The Last Stand" star Olivia Williams. Williams has been cast as 'Marie Logan', a minor DC character whose major contribution is being the birth mother of 'Garfield Logan', a.k.a the Teen Titan known as 'Beast Boy'. She was previously adapted in the "Young Justice" animated series, and Matthews admits being heavily inspired by that version, voiced by Danica McKeller, who also voiced 'Miss Martian'. "Just like the YJ interpretation, Marie is also an actress, but compared to Rita, she's reaching the twilight of her career, and is trying to make ends meet. We'll also get to see her relationship with Garfield [played by guest star Connor Paolo], as both of them get involved in the incident that draws in the S.C.U. to Metro Wonder-Con."
Webb and Williams will appear in Episode 2x08: " Fixate".
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 27, 2017 17:13:42 GMT -6
I've said it before and I'll say it again, as much as I love Chloe and Oliver seperately, I've never been as big a fan of "Chlollie" as I have of "Dollie". I'm glad one show is finally showing it, and treating it real, and how you've worked the whole Chloe/Oliver/Toyman back story into it as you also reflect the up-and-down nature of their relationship in the comics - Ollie's cheating, their eventual marriage and the like. I melt every time he calls her 'pretty bird' Okay... that's just giving me the creeps..!
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 27, 2017 9:14:01 GMT -6
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: PHIL MORRIS
VSGuide had the opportunity to sit down with , the actor behind ‘ John Jones/Martian Manhunter’, and talk about his return to his “Smallville” role. VSGuide| It’s fair to say it’s been a while, Phil, since you played the role last. How does it feel to be back?Phil Morris| It feels really good, actually. John is such an interesting character, and we worked hard back on “Smallville ” to put our own stamp on the character and how to fit him into the show. What is fun about coming back is how the writers of “M:SCU ” have honoured that while also worked in some lore that deals with his comic book origins. VSG| Can you tell us much about how and why John is back?PM| John has history with the city of Metropolis; he lived there for years, working as a cop while he was powerless, but he stayed there when he got his powers back because he made a promise to Jor-El to look after Clark. He watched this team of heroes come together, and was part of that, he helped keep their secrets. But then Clark became Superman, he embraced his destiny, so John realized he wasn’t needed any more. VSG| How does this tie in with your guest appearances in “Watchtower”?PM| John’s involvement in those stories was very self-contained, he had a role to play as part of the ensemble, as the Martian Manhunter. Here, we focus very much on what John’s been doing since then, away from the superhero life. He’s left the Metropolis Police Department behind and found a calling doing something else. VSG| You worked alongside David Patkaeu in the “Smallville” episode “Bulletproof”. How was it reuniting with him?PM| It was a lot of fun. We sadly didn’t share any scenes together during that episode, but we got to know each other. I love the fact that the events of that episode are such a core part of who the character of Danny Turpin has become in this series, and that in the small scene we do share, it’s not simply brushed under the carpet.VSG| So there’s no big Danny/John moment in your episode?PM| I wouldn’t say that. There is definitely a ‘moment’, yeah, but it’s not the main focus of the episode. VSG| So who do you share scenes with, or is that too much of a loaded question?PM| [laughs] Actually, the majority of my time was with Jill [ Teed, series lead] , but I also share scenes with Fran [ Kranz], Alex [ Carter] and several of the episode’s guest cast. It was a lot of fun for me and Jill to play off each other, establishing the kind of relationship that our characters have, both in the here and now, and during John’s time in the department. VSG| You appeared as Martian Manhunter in the ‘minisode’ “Crown” and the earlier episode “Substitute”. You mentioned earlier that this episode focuses more on the civilian life of your character - does that mean you wont be suiting up?PM| Well, that would be telling, wouldn’t it. But if fans want more Martian Manhunter, I say to them that they won’t be disappointed. What really pulled me back was that the episode’s story is focused on the idea of John needing something beyond that life. Viewers who want that kind of story wont be disappointed. Phil Morris will return as ‘ John Jones/Martian Manhunter’ in the upcoming episode “ Monster”.
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 27, 2017 4:40:57 GMT -6
Finally had some time to read "Remnants" last night before bed. Initial thoughts were as follows: - TALIA!! Didn't realize how much I missed her until she appeared! - The whole Bruce/Alfred moment! Oh, my heart broke for Alfred, I just wanted to slap Bruce, even though I understood where it was coming from. - STEPHANIE BROWN!!! That was a surprise to see her name in the guest cast. Steph/Spoiler is one of my favourite Batfamily characters. - Forbes final words, a nice touch to see just what made him the way he was. - Poor Jason. I hope he survives. - More Tim Drake is always a good thing - having him find the Batcave AND take down Lord?! Excellent. Here's hoping he'll be joining the Batfamily on a more permanent basis soon! - WW2 Zinda ROCKED!! - Steve is a "Star Wars" fan!! - Loved the Lana/Helena/Katherine moment. Could Trinity, Huntress and Batwoman be the new 'Birds of Prey'? - "Vicki's remains": that line chilled me to the bone. She's really gone. Final Questions: - Was this the final nail in the coffin for Chlollie? - What's going to happen with Oliver's arm?!
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 26, 2017 3:24:35 GMT -6
Exciting new details released!Episode #2x06: "Tattoo" Written by: Alex M. P. Matthews Produced by: The VPN UPDATED 26/10/2017 - TheVPN has released an official synopsis of the episode: - John Shea and Patricia Tallman debut as Kitty Faulkner's parents, Everett and Meredith. Episode #2x07: "Monster" Written by: Alex M. P. Matthews Produced by: The VPN UPDATED 26/10/2017 - Episode title revealed - Molly Quinn guest stars in an as-yet unidentified role. - The relationship between Maggie Sawyer and a previously recurring "Smallville" guest star will be focused on. - This episode concludes the 'stalker' storyline involving Danny Turpin and guest star Booboo Stewart's 'Charles Great Eagle'.
Episode #2x08: "Fixate" Written by: Alex M. P. Matthews Produced by: The VPN UPDATED 26/10/2017 - Episode title revealed - Metro Wonder-Con, the Metropolis comic convention seen in "Smallville" episode "Warrior", features. - Todd's romantic past comes to light.
Episode #2x09: "Trident"Written by: Alex M. P. Matthews Produced by: The VPN UPDATED 26/10/2017 - Episode title revealed - The episode further explores Atlantis and it's involvement in world affairs hinted at previously.
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 23, 2017 15:20:34 GMT -6
Lance Reddick Confirms Return as DC Comics Black Manta!
VSGuide has been informed that Lance Reddick, the former "Fringe" and "The Wire" star, has once again donned the unmistakable deep-sea diving armor of the classic DC Comics supervillain, 'Black Manta'.
Reddick first appeared in the role in the Season 2 'minisode' "Crown", which primarily focused on the relationship between Alan Ritchson's 'Arthur Curry' and his on-screen wife 'Mera', played by Elena Satine. The 'minisode' established that Manta has already begun his vendetta against the King of the Seven Seas, although the reason behind it was vague. Episode 2x07, entitled "Tattoo" will remedy that, we're told.
"In our universe, we already know that Black Manta is around, thanks to Toyman's Marionette Ventures," explains series creator Alex Matthews, referring to the Season 10 "Smallville" episode "Prophecy". "But aside from a glimpse of his iconic helmet, we didn't really see much, and I always knew it was something I wanted to explore."
Reddick, on the S.T.A.R. Labs set, told us that he is looking forward to fans seeing his interpretation of this character, "Manta's history and motivations really set the tone for who he is now, as opposed to who he used to be. He's a father who has been denied, he's nursing a lot of pain, and I hope people will understand what pushes him in his path towards vengeance, and that he's not just a stock character."
VSGuide has already revealed that Shamiek Moore has been cast as 'Jackson Hyde', who in the comics is Manta's estranged son, who fights alongside Manta's hated enemy. The character was first introduced in the animated "Young Justice" series, then adapted into the comic book lore. "We've taken elements from both versions for our character, and his back story ties closely in with Manta - he's the reason Manta comes to Metropolis. We wanted to show that Manta is more then just the 'bad guy', and has a tragic past of his own," Matthews told us.
Reddick's 'Manta' will interact with many of the main and recurring cast, including Felicia Day's 'Kitty Faulkner', and Alex Carter's 'King Faraday', as well as guest star Lesley-Anne Brandt's 'Etta Candy' and previously confirmed special guest star Alan Ritchson.
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 16, 2017 15:35:07 GMT -6
"M:SCU" 2x06 first draft down, took a lot of extra tweaking - amazing how changing an outline to an actual script can make you realise how certain scenes don't or won't work they way you intended! Hoping 2x07 will be a little more fluid, I just re-read it's outline, and I didn't have any "that won't work!" moments... Also, just to say, to Jack Malone , every time I read one of your episodes, it pushes me to be a better writer, and helps me realise what I need to do to get to the crux of a scene.
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 16, 2017 14:42:38 GMT -6
I am SOOO F***ING GLAD that I didn't read "Smallville", "Destiny" and "Ceremony" all in one go! Otherwise, I'd be: At the moment, though, I'm simply:
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 16, 2017 8:38:45 GMT -6
Lou Diamond Phillips Books Guest Role
VSGuide has returned to the production offices of "Metropolis: Special Crimes Unit" where it has been told that Lou Diamond Phillips (who starred in "Longmire" alongside current "M:SCU" cast member Katee Sackhoff) has booked a 3-episode guest role, with the option to return depending on story demands.
The former "Stargate Universe" star will be playing the role of "Dr. William Great Eagle", an attending at MetGen Hospital, whose storyline ties into that of Danny Turpin. The name may sound familiar - he is the father of "Charles Great Eagle" portrayed by guest star Booboo Stewart.
"He's a man whose still hurting from his divorce, and does not have the closest relationship with his son, either," explains showrunner Alex Matthews. "But deep down, he wants what's best for his child, and that's what brings him into Danny's life." Matthews also teases that both William and Charles have 'a connection to someone close to Danny', and it's that connection to plays 'a central part of their storyline'.
Diamond Phillips will debut in Episode 2x05: "Inject".
And we're BACK!! Missed us? Feels good to be posting some tidbits again. Stay tuned for more in the coming weeks!
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