Sunday, October 1, 2017

OFF-WORLD NEWS DIGEST | VOL. VII, No. 7

Welcome to another edition of the OFF-WORLD NEWS Digest.



Photo by Dan Winters

In the news ...

  • Blade Runner: The Final Cut has been making its rounds in theatres around the globe in anticipation of the sequel.
  • We are just days away from the release of Blade Runner 2049 in cinemas worldwide, set for October 6th. Below are some worthwhile interviews, articles, and discussions on the subject. 
  • Denis Villeneuve Explains Composer Jóhann Jóhannsson’s Exit From ‘Blade Runner 2049’. “The thing I will say is that making movies is a laboratory. It’s an artistic process,” Villeneuve said. More HERE.
  • Blade Runner 2049 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack | Limited Edition & Numbered 2-CD Set | Only 2,049 copies of this edition exist! More HERE.
  • Harrison Ford visited Google NYC to discuss "Blade Runner 2049" which marks a return to his role of Rick Deckard from one of his most iconic films, the 1982 sci-fi hit "Blade Runner". Moderated by Kevin Vlk.

  • Director Denis Villeneuve joins DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis to talk about his upcoming film, Blade Runner 2049.


  • Below is a new and highly-anticipated animated short which serves as a prologue for the upcoming feature film Blade Runner 2049.

  • Adam Savage has seen Blade Runner 2049, and he's been given permission to review the film without giving away any plot details. We're joined by fellow replica prop builder and Blade Runner obsessive Mark Dubeau to talk about the importance of the original film, anticipation among fans, and get Adam's spoiler-free impressions of the long-awaited sequel!





Now for some articles, art, videos, and some podcasts!




  • Cult 45 talks Blade Runner. Click HERE.













And remember to follow @OffWorldNews on Twitter to receive these and other Blade Runner related news items, (including movie showings, specials, and more not featured in this newsletter), as it comes in. And be sure to visit KippleZone's Pinterest page for more Blade Runner images and videos; from behind-the-scenes photos to fan art, figures, and props!
"Have a better one!"


~Kipple


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Monday, September 18, 2017

OFF-WORLD NEWS DIGEST | VOL. VII, No. 6

Welcome to another edition of the OFF-WORLD NEWS Digest.



In the news ...





  • Before I present the news, I'd just like to say that I will not be including any of the "spoilers" and rumours that have been circulating lately on the net about Blade Runner 2049. I, myself, have not seen all of the movie trailers. Use your discretion.  
  • I am thrilled and honoured to say that the Off-world News was mentioned in Paul M. Sammon's latest edition of "Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner". It is available in stores and online now. For more information about the book, go to the Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner Facebook page. 






  • When he signed on to direct “Blade Runner 2049,” which hits theaters Oct. 6, Denis Villeneuve was determined to carry on the groundbreaking aesthetic of director Ridley Scott’s original 1982 neo-noir sci-fi thriller. At the same time, he didn’t want to create a mere replica — or replicant, as the case may be. 

    • “The movie we did is deeply inspired by the first movie, but we tried not to become a pastiche or parody,” says the French Canadian director behind such films as “Arrival” and “Sicario.” “We used elements from the first movie with humility and tried to find a strength in them. But this movie has its own personality.” More HERE.

    • Director of Blade Runner 2049 admits he has ‘no idea how people will react’ to the sequel. "It was my goal to pay homage, be faithful to the atmosphere, the rhythm, the poetry of the first movie," Denis Villeneuve said. More HERE. 
    • Blade Runner - Lot # 65 - Live Auction 2017 - Millennium Falcon Building Light-Up Model Miniature. More HERE.  
    • Jared Leto's Method Acting: How the Oscar Winner Went Blind for Entire Shoot of Blade Runner Sequel. More HERE.
    • Academy Award Nominee and Golden Globe winner Jóhann Jóhannsson is no longer attached to the film Blade Runner 2049. He was announced as the film's sole composer in August 2016, and in July this year, it was reported that Hans Zimmer would join him due to Jóhann's busy schedule. More HERE.
    • ‘Blade Runner 2049’: Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling and the Creators Discuss the Sci-Fi Sequel and Rehash Old Arguments. In separate phone interviews, Mr. Ford, Mr. Scott, Mr. Gosling and Mr. Villeneuve discussed the legacy of the original “Blade Runner,” the reasons they’re reviving it now and the enduring argument over whether or not Deckard is a replicant. More HERE.
    • How many days until Blade Runner 2049? Find out HERE!
    • The Art and Soul of Blade Runner 2049 


    Now for some articles, art, music, podcasts, videos, and some miscellaneous!




    Articles:


    Art:
    "Deckard", by Cracked Hatchet

    Blade Runner 2049 - Paul Shipper


    Music:


     


     Podcasts:







    Videos: 















    Miscellaneous:
    • Blade Remoaner -- For comedian MITCH BENN, Theresa May’s attempts to extend her political life put him in mind of his favourite film, Blade Runner. Here, he goes on the trail of Downing Street’s replicant. More HERE. 

      • Shinichiro Watanabe will be directing a "Blade Runner Blackout 2022" short film animated by CyGames Pictures  



      And remember to follow @OffWorldNews on Twitter to receive these and other Blade Runner related news items, (including movie showings, specials, and more not featured in this newsletter), as it comes in. And be sure to visit KippleZone's Pinterest page for more Blade Runner images and videos; from behind-the-scenes photos to fan art, figures, and props!
      "Have a better one!"


      ~Kipple


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