First still from the upcoming episode 1.05..

Posted on - 02-03-2010
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Been wondering how the Visual Effects are done on V: The New Series? Well this is your chance.. This Thursday, three Zoic pros will discuss the VFX of ABC’s V at the Gnomon School of Visual Effects in Hollywood..

Learn about the rigors of how to create feature film effects on a broadcast budget and schedule from the VFX crews of two of the most ambitious visual effects shows on television: Heroes and V.. Supervisors, producers, and artists from these two hit shows will take us step – by – step through planning, shooting, and executing thousands of shots per season, sometimes working on six episodes simultaneously.. Using examples from some of their most complex sequences, you will learn how storyboarding, pre – vis, and the ability to adapt quickly are the keys to success in creating stunning visuals on a shoe – string budget.. You will also see practical examples of realtime on – set composting, which many believe to be the future of our industry..

The program will be followed up by group Q&A session..

Presenters:

Mark Spatny..
Supervising Producer, Stargate Studios..

As Supervising Producer for Stargate Studios, Mark Spatny acts as head of production for the company, as well as personally producing and supervising effects for NBC’s Heroes..

Within the entertainment industry, Mark has worked hard to bring recognition to the artists behind the scenes by helping create The Visual Effects Society Awards, and is currently serving as its co – chair.. He is also a Governor for the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.. His work has been honored with two Emmys and one VES Award..

Eric Grenaudier..
Senior Visual Effects Supervisor, Stargate Studios..

As Senior VFX Supervisor for Stargate, Eric travels the world representing the company on its biggest projects.. Whether shooting in the jungles of South America, the beaches of Malta, or locally in Los Angeles, Eric puts his talent to work creating some of the most visually stunning effects seen on television..

Eric has won two Emmy Awards and two Visual Effects Society Awards, as well as the Hollywood Post Alliance Award, and Canada’s Leo Award..

Andrew Orloff..
Executive Creative Director, Zoic Studios..

Andrew Orloff is Zoic Studios’ Creative Director and has been with the company since its inception.. He leads Zoic’s award – winning episodic television division and the dynamic and ever – expanding work in the videogame and mobile realm..

His wealth of television credits include VFX Supervisor for CSI: Crime Scene Investigation ( Three seasons ), VFX Supervisor for CSI: Miami ( Season 2 ), and VFX Supervisor for the pilots for NYPD 2069 and Global Frequency.. With over 100 motion control shoots to his name, Orloff was instrumental in setting up Zoic’s insert stage used for both episodic and commercial projects..

The event, ” The Making of: Heroes and V,” will also feature talks by Stargate Studios‘ Mark Spatny and Eric Grenaudier..

When: Thursday, February 25, 2010..
Meet & Greet: 6:00PM..
Presentation: 7:00PM – 9:00PM..
Place: Gnomon School of Visual Effects..
1015 N. Cahuenga Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90038..

This event is FREE of charge!

The Gnomon Store will be open for extended hours during this special evening..

Posted on - 25-02-2010
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Good news to all the fellow Aussie fans.. Channel NINE will be showing Episode 1.01 on the from Sunday 7th March 2010 at 8:30pm AEST.. This will allow Australia to catch up to the US and then will bring us a few days behind the US when episode 1.05 airs..

Posted on - 25-02-2010
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Jace Hall, V: The New Series Executive Producer, has released his first single called ” SuperPlaya ” which features D – Mac and Lil Bit on The Jace Hall Show..

You can download the single via iTunes, by clicking on the single cover below..

Posted on - 19-02-2010
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The V Files recently caught up and spoke with David Richmond – Peck, a Leo Award winner, who has bridged both film and television, comedy and drama successfully, making him one of Canada’s most visible young actors.. He’s now VERY visible in V: The New Series as ” Georgie Sutton,” who is  definitely one of the fans favorite characters and one of the most talked about characters in the series..

David’s passion for acting started in high school when he began to do public speaking.. Although he majored in Political Science at the University of Western Ontario, David was unable to shake the acting bug.. He eventually found a home in Langara College’s highly regarded theatre programme, Studio 58, where he began accepting professional acting roles in his second year and has not looked back..

Blessed with a wide and versatile range, David has come to be known for disappearing into every role and radically transforming his look for each new character.. With over 50 roles under his belt in the past nine years, he’s definitely one of Canada’s busiest actors..

His previous work  include SG – 1 and Stargate: Atlantis ( Different characters ), Fantastic Four, BSG, Traveler, Smallville, and The Day The Earth Stood Still.. His latest work was seen in the blockbuster 2012 and now V: The New Series.. Where will will see his performance next? As ” Prince John “ in Beyond Sherwood Forest.. He has also just finished work ing on Smokin’ Aces 2: Assassins’ Ball and is currently working on the Sci – Fi thriller Paradox..

Born and raised in Oakville, Ontario, David was a born athlete.. Between gigs he can be found pushing his boundaries kite – boarding off Jericho Beach or Boundary Bay.. His other interests range from snowboarding to advanced Scuba diving, horseback riding, squash, rugby, football, and skiing.. He is also an accomplished sailor, a family tradition that has seen David race in several off – shore competitions ( C.O.R.K. )..

David spoke with The V Files about his character and development for ” Georgie Sutton,” and the show..

The V Files: Were you a fan of V: The Original Mini – Series?
David Richmond – Peck: I was very much a fan of V.. I was also very young and extremely scared.. I don’t remember much other than a few images.. I had a long debate with myself regarding whether I should watch it before starting the new series.. I wanted to but I also didn’t want to affect or pull my performance in any direction.. So, I’ve decided to wait to watch it again until I know Georgie has been put to bed..

TVF: Can you tell us how you came into the role? Were you offered / auditioned?
DRP: I auditioned.. It was a very hectic time for me so I came a little late to the game.. I was shooting Joe Carnahan’s prequel to ” Smoking Aces “ with director P.J. Pesce and I didn’t have much time.. In fact, I had to push the audition a few times.. Man, I am glad I got it done..

TVF: Can you give us insight into your V character..
DRP: I don’t like to give too much away when discussing the character.. I find it limits the opinions of others when they know exactly what I’m playing.. I’ll give you a few broad strokes..  I’ve done a lot of thinking about what it means to choose a life such as Georgie’s.. I also wonder about how much of that is choice and how much was decided by his destiny and circumstance.. I think he struggles with it but his sense of purpose and knowledge of self allows him to understand that the resistance is way bigger than this moment.. His sole purpose ( And ‘ soul ‘ purpose ) is to keep the resistance alive and protect man from extinction..

TVF: What did you like about the character to want to play ” Georgie?”
DRP: I thought I really understood what he was trying to say.. What he wanted to communicate.. I gravitate toward complex characters and I knew Georgie would keep me fulfilled as an actor.. I also thought it was a great story..

TVF: How did you develop the character Georgie.. Eg: Inspiration for character..
DRP: Wow.. That’s an answer I could talk about for days.. Script, script, script, and research, research, research.. I did everything I could to make him absolutely real to me.. When I finally narrowed down and edited his purpose for being, the one overriding factor that influenced all his decisions, I  went back and answered all the questions again.. Character research is like a game to me.. I find it fascinating.. The better I know the character the better I can help the writers tell the story.. The greatest thing about a show like this is now I get to see him evolve..

I had many conversations with my fiancèe Kelly – Ruth Mercier about the starting point for Georgie’s creation.. I then had to understand what it was truly like to be so passionate about something that I would risk dying for a cause.. I’m all about self preservation so it was an interesting struggle.. Kelly – Ruth suggested I start researching terrorism.. I had to figure out the psychology behind the action.. She suggested that I look into Middle Eastern history, religion and politics, in an effort to gain deeper understanding into what it means to truly live or die for what you believe in.. I then expanded that research into psychological analysis of terrorist and suicide bombers.. I did a lot of thinking while walking around at night.. The location we used for Father Jack’’s church is quite close to where I live.. I don’t know how to explain it but seeing that church at night just seemed to help put it all together..

TVF: Where would you like to see the character go?
DRP: I have lots of ideas but I’m going to leave that to the hands of the writers.. I will say this: character could go anywhere and possibilities are endless..

TVF: Do you compare your character to any of the characters in the Original Mini – Series?
DRP: I don’t like to compare and I’m not familiar enough with the original.. I have heard people describe the character as both Willie and Ham Tyler..

TVF: What’s the relationship like between Georgie and Ryan ( Morris Chestnut ) and their battle against the V’s?
DRP: That relationship is complicated.. There are definitely underlying issues of trust.. That doesn’t mean we wouldn’t make a good team … it just means we are conflicted..

TVF: Can you give us any more details about ” John May?”
DRP: I could, but then I’d have to kill you..

TVF: Will the Visitors finally catch up with Georgie?
DRP: I think it would be interesting if they did.. I think in order to survive this long, Georgie has had to live a very careful life.. That doesn’t mean it won’t catch up with him.. I’ll have to wait and find out what the writers want to put me through..

TVF: Is there anything that can stop the V’s, like a weapon? Red dust etc? Does the ” R6 ” have the same kind of feel?
DRP: We’re working on it.. ( Laughing )..

TVF: There’s a big cliffhanger in episode four.. Should we worry about anyone dying?
DRP: I think in a show like this you should be worried at all times.. We are at war.. There is always the possibility of casualties..

TVF: Do you guys know what is happening due to ratings? Are we definitely seeing it return next year in March?
DRP: The show is just getting started.. I think we’re going to see some growth.. There really isn’t anything like it on television..

TVF: When do you go back into production? Is there a date set?
DRP: We don.t have a set date but production starts up again in January 2010..

TVF: What’s your average day like shooting V?
DRP: The average day is made of long hours, high stakes, and also demands a tremendous amount of mental energy.. I wouldn’t trade it for anything.. I think being an actor is the best job on the planet..

Thanks Daivd for taking the time to answer our and fans questions.. Look forward to seeing your character develop..

You can follow David Richmond – Peck on Twitter @richmondpeck..

Posted on - 27-11-2009
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Which side will you choose?

Have you made you choice? Why not take part in ABC’s interactive ” Peace Ambassador Program..” The Ambassador Program gives exclusive access to those who register at ABC.com.. Join as a Peace Ambassador or a member of the Resistance.. Each side will receive unique content and updates.. Choose a side today!

For the fans of V: The New Series..

For the fans of V: The Original..

You can help the series by spreading the word..

Posted on - 20-11-2009
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V: The New Series will be paying homage to V: The Original throughout the series.. The V Files mentioned about 2 weeks ago, that one of the ways that V: The New Series will pay homage was by using the same alphabet used in the Original.. Here is some stills from the upcoming episode 1.03 ” A Bright New Day..”

If you are a huge and dedicated fan, like we are, you will notice what the sign says.. Going from left to right and top to bottom, the sign says Anna’s greeting.. ” We are of Peace..”

Posted on - 15-11-2009
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The V Files have received a number of emails asking where are the Visitors located around the World in their motherships.. So we’re here to answer your question.. The Visitors have motherships above the following cities:

• New York, USA..
• Cairo, Egypt..
• Rio de Janeiro, Brazil..
• Rome, Italy..
• Shanghai, China..
• Delhi, India..
• Karachi, Pakistan..
• Moscow, Russia..
• Seoul, South Korea..
• Mexico City, Mexico..
• Tokyo, Japan..
• Jakarta, Indonesia..
• Lagos, Nigeria..
• Tehran, Iran..
• London, United Kingdom..
• Lima, Peru..
• Bangkok, Thailand..
• Johannesburg, South Africa..
• Berlin, Germany..
• Ankara, Turkey..
• Vancouver, Canada..
• Madrid, Spain..
• Nairobi, Kenya..
• Buenos Aires, Argentina..
• Santiago, Chile..
• Baghdad, Iraq..
• Hong Kong, Hong Kong..
• Paris, France..

Posted on - 13-11-2009
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Been sent some pics for the upcoming episodes of V: The New Series, and upon sorting them and going through them, I found an interesting still from Episode 1.04, ” It’s Only The Beginning..” The still shot is of Ryan ( Morris Chestnut ) and Valerie ( Lourdes Benedicto ) looking at the results of a pregnancy test..

As you can see by this shot, it looks like we will be getting our first half – breed child.. Will she have abilities like Elizabeth ( Jennifer Cooke ), ” The Starchild “ from the Original? Only time will tell..

Posted on - 09-11-2009
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Rekha Sharma ( Battlestar Galactica ) has been cast as ” Sarita Malik “ in V: The New Series.. Sharma is known for her role as Tory Foster on Battlestar Galactica, where her character ” Tory Foster,” was an Cylon.. Again she takes on an alien role as her character, Sarita Malik, is a Visitor..

Posted on - 05-11-2009
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