2006

Issue 332
January 2006

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Doctor Who Actor Noel Clarke discusses life as Rose Tyler's faithful boyfriend Mickey in the Christmas episode
Plus... We take a look ahead to the hit's second season
The Chronicles of Narnia Director Andrew Adamson and actress Tilda Swinton discuss their epic journey through CS Lewis's wonderland
Ζon Flux On-Set Report! In part two of our exclusive report, director Karyn Kusama and producer David Gale discuss the cult character and their philosophy for bringing her to the big screen
Top 10: Little Monsters We unwrap the most ghastly things that come in small packages
Saw II Actor Donnie Wahlberg talks about his lead role in the grisly sequel
Battlestar Galactica (2000s) Veteran director Rod Hardy talks about his contributions to the series and to The X-Files
Surface Into the deep end with star Jay R Ferguson for his take on this promising new show
War of the Worlds Visual effects maestro Pablo Helman discusses dishing the destruction of alien invaders, working with Steven Spielberg and the psychology of cinema Horror

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Our usual detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases King Kong, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Zathura
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Doctor Who Children in Need mini-episode, Invasion, Lost, New Captain Scarlet, Smallville, Supernatural, Threshold
and book Reviews Dark Lord, Death in Winter, Pushing Ice, Quantico, The Red King, Sword of Angels, The Traitor's Sword
Trailer Park We take a look at the trailer for the rollercoaster-ride - literally! - that is Final Destination 3

And more...

Issue 333
February 2006

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Stargate
Actress Torri Higginson, aka Stargate Atlantis' Dr Elizabeth Weir in, talks to us about the final days of Season Two
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Director Peter DeLuise takes us through the series' latest developments
Doctor Who
Head writer and executive producer Russell T Davies giving us an exclusive preview of what's coming up in Season Two
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The Mill's effects wizards guide us through a crash-landing TARDIS and the mayhem of an alien invasion, with exclusive behind-the-scenes pictures!
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Monster-making supremo Neill Gorton describes how his team brought the evil Sycorax to life
King Kong We catch up with key cast members at the press launch, with fantastic pictures of the London and New York premieres!
Battlestar Galactica (2000s) Jamie Bamber (Captain Lee Apollo' Adama) discusses character dynamics and the second season
Lost Co-creator and executive producer Damon Lindelof recaps the first season and hints at what's in store in Season Two
Surface Lake Bell tells us what attracted her to the role of Laura Daughtery
Ζon Flux In the concluding part of our exclusive coverage, director Karyn Kusama and actor Marton Csokas talk about shooting in Berlin, and accidents on set
Top 10: TV Fantasy hunks We count down the most popular male specimens of the day. Who has the best chance of carrying an episode on their looks alone?

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Our usual detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Ζon Flux, The Dark and The Fog
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Doctor Who, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Supernatural, Threshold
and book Reviews A Teaspoon and an Open Mind, BFI TV Classics, Bridge of Souls, Children of the Serpent Gate, King Kong is Back!, Temeraire
Trailer Park We take a look at the trailer for Slither, and wonder if we'll ever be so fond of creepy crawlies again!

And more...

Issue 334
March 2006

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Superman Returns A special preview plus new pictures of the eagerly-awaited Summer movie. Plus a flashback to some classic Super-moments from the past!

Doctor Who (2000s) A Cybermen photo special for the new series
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Exclusive! interview with Elizabeth Sladen who plays returning companion Sarah Jane Smith next season
Battlestar Galactica (2000s) Executive producer David Eick talks about the challenges of Season Two
Spider-Man 3 Exclusive! Independent movie fave Thomas Haden Church tells us all about his role as the Sandman in the new movie
Surface Creator and writer Jonas Pate rise from the watery depths to talk about the scary things in store for this Sci-Fi show
Children of Men A preview of the intelligent new Sci-Fi movie starring Clive Owen, Michael Caine and Juliette Lewis
When a Stranger Calls The director and star talk about this chilling remake of a classic shocker!

Smallville Star Tom Wellings tells us why things are about to change with the 100th episode...
Top 10 Frightening Visions of the Future Be afraid...

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Our usual detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases BloodRayne, Cry Wolf, Underworld: Evolution, V for Vendetta and Wild Country
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Battlestar Galactica, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Supernatural, Threshold
and book Reviews The Blade Runner Experience, Distant Shores, Orion's Hounds, Priestess of the White, Star Wars: Outbound Flight, The Voyage of the Sable Keech, You Don't Have to Be Evil to Work Here, But It Helps
Trailer Park We take an amused look at the trailer for Pirates of the Carribbean II

And more...

Issue 335
April 2006

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Spider-Man 3 Spider-Man creator Stan Lee talks about the genesis of a hero and his new TV show to find a would-be Superhero
V for Vendetta We talk to the stars of the new film adaptation of Alan Moore's apocalyptic graphic novel
Hugo Weaving The actor explains why the role of mysterious, masked vigilante V was such a challenge!
Natalie Portman The Star Wars actress had a radical new look
Stephen Fry The British actor and writer reveals what drew him to the story
Invasion We talk to Actor Eddie Cibrian, who plays Russell Varon in the spooky Sci Fi drama

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Battlestar Galactica We meet the show's Director of Photography Stephen McNutt
Steamboy Katsuhiro Otomo (director of the acclaimed anime Akira) talks about his animated adventure set in Victorian London
Night Watch We take a look at the first part of the Russian Horror-Fantasy trilogy in which the forces of Light and Darkness battle in present-day Moscow
Top 10 We count down the 10 most iconic serial killer movies. Not for the faint of heart!

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Evil Aliens, Final Destination 3, The Hills Have Eyes, Hostel and Stay
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Battlestar Galactica, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Stargate, Stargate Atlantis, Supernatural
book Reviews Cell, The Cloud, Crown of Stars, Missing in Action, Smoke and Shadows, Titan
Trailer Park We take an amused look at a trailer: Will Christophe Gans's computer game-turned-Horror film Silent Hill be anything to shout about?

Issue 336
May 2006

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Doctor Who
As the BBC's revived Sci-Fi series enters its second season, we go behind the scenes to meet some of the creative forces involved...
Neill Gorton The show's make-up artist reveals the make-up secrets of the new season
Pauline Collins The much-loved actress chats about her role as werewolf-battling Queen Victoria
Toby Whithouse The writer discusses his upcoming story, which reunites the Doctor with his companion Sarah Jane Smith and robot dog K9
Stargate Atlantis Handsome star Jason Momoa takes time out to talk candidly about his part of freedom fighter Ronon Dex
Superman Returns Set Visit! Direct from the set in Australia, stage and screen star Kevin Spacey reveals what it's like to play legendary villain Lex Luthor
Primζval Producer Cameron McAllister talks about the new ITV Sci-Fi show, featuring a dinosaur-battling scientist
The Hills Have Eyes (remake)We chat to Lost actress Emilie De Ravin about her new role
Desperation We catch up with actor Tom Skerritt star of Alien and The Dead Zone to discuss his new role in Stephen King's upcoming mini-series
Stay Alive We meet writer Matthew Peterman and director William Brent Bell to discuss the making of the new teen Horror movie

Top 10 How some favourite old ideas have had a make-over in our Top 10 Greatest Sci-Fi Remakes

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Alien Autopsy, An American Haunting
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Battlestar Galactica, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Stargate, Stargate Atlantis, Supernatural
Book Reviews Camelot's Sword, Darkland, The Devil You Know, Gradisil, Rosetta/Evolution, The Stormcaller
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks, Comics & Collectables

Trailer Park We take a satirical sideways look at a current trailer. This issue - with a new director at the helm, will X-Men 3 live up to its predecessors?

Issue 337
June 2006

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Superman Returns Set Report We begin our access-all-areas set report with writers Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris
Doctor Who Behind the Scenes! We take a look at Episodes Four to Six
Writer Steven Moffat tells us about the challenge of living up to his own reputation with his new story The Girl in the Fireplace
Writer Tom MacRae talks about bringing back the Cybermen
Monster-maker Neill Gorton takes us through the process of updating the Cybermen
X-Men 3 We talk to some of the stars
Actor Hugh Jackman on getting his claws stuck into returning to the role of Wolverine
Actress Halle Berry tells how she is still in control of the elements as Storm
Actress Rebecca Romijn, behind the blue skin of shape-shifter Mystique
Stargate Atlantis Art director Peter Bodnarus talks about his varied work on the show
Charmed Actor Jason Lewis chats about his time on the magical show as Dex Lawson
Top 10 We count down the 10 greatest genre sequels...

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Scary Movie 4, Slither and When a Stranger Calls
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Doctor Who, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Supernatural
Book Reviews The Blade Itself, Deadbeat/More Than This, Doctor Who, The Gold Falcon, Deep Space Nine, Zootsuit Blackby
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks, Comics & Collectables
Trailer Park We take a satirical sideways look at a current trailer. This issue - we put our finger on the Pulse to give you the diagnosis of this new movie

Issue 338
July 2006

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Doctor Who We look ahead to the final stories of Season Two with our next batch of exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews!
Head honcho Russell T Davies reveals what's still to come
Writer of Episode 11 Matthew Graham chats candidly about his 'very different' story

Superman Returns Set Report
Director Bryan Singer discusses his vision for bringing back the superhero and the challenges of the shoot!
Meet Parker Posey who plays Lex Luthor's newest moll, Kitty Kowalski...
Photo Exclusive! Stars Brandon Routh (Superman) and Kate Bosworth (Lois Lane) promote their new film!

The Omen (6-6-6) We take a look at the recreation of a chilling masterpiece
Director John Moore on the challenges of remaking a classic, and why the story is still relevant
Senator Robert Thorn, aka Liev Schreiber reveals what it's like to play the step-father of Satan!

The Making of Titan Quest We take a look at the making of a new monster-infested role-playing computer game with lead designer Brian Sullivan
Saturn Awards Join us as we celebrate the winners at this year's event
Top 10 We count down the 10 10 weirdest kids

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Mission: Impossible 3, Silent Hill, Stay Alive, The Thief Lord, X-Men 3 and what's to come from this year's summer blockbusters
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Doctor Who, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Supernatural
Book Reviews Across the Face of the World, Dark Rain, Keeping it Real, The Thousandfold Thought, The Waking, The Younger Gods
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks, Comics & Collectables
Trailer Park We take a satirical sideways look at a current trailer. This issue - we peek inside the animated Monster House

Issue 339
August 2006

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Stargate SG-1 Exclusive! Actor Michael Shanks talks about the surprising longevity of his character Dr Daniel Jackson
Stargate Atlantis Exclusive on-set Interview! Joe Flanigan, who plays Lt Col John Sheppard, discusses the upcoming episodes in the third season
Battlestar Galactica (2000s) Exclusive! James Callis, aka treacherous Dr Gaius Baltar in the award-winning series, talks about his developing role in the third season
Doctor Who (2000s)
Former EastEnders star Tracy Ann Oberman gives us the lowdown on her role as the Head of Torchwood
Costume designer Louise Page talks about her fashion choices for historical and contemporary characters
Superman Returns Set Report! Production designer Guy Dyas discusses the creation of the Metropolis cityscape, the plains of Smallville and the largest train set in the world
Barnyard We meet director Steve Oedekerk, creator of Jimmy Neutron for a look at his latest CGI-animated film
Top 10 Shudder in fear at our Top Ten Tentacles!

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases The Omen (6-6-6), Reeker, See No Evil, Severance
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Doctor Who, Invasion, Lost, Smallville, Supernatural
Book Reviews Star Wars: Betrayal, Exiles, Last Full Measure, The Good People, Into the Unknown, Inside the TARDIS, The Lies of Locke Lamora, Working for the Devil
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks, Comics & Collectables
Trailer Park We take a sideways look at a trailer for an upcoming genre film. This month, will Horror prequel The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning recreate the terror of the original?

Issue 340
September 2006

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Blade We speak to actress Jessica Gower, who plays the villainous Chase
The Covenant Exclusive Set Report! We go behind the scenes on the filming of Renny Harlin's new movie
Children of Men Exclusive Set Report! We ask producers Iain Smith and Hilary Shor how the movie, starring Clive Owen and Julianne Moore, came about
Stargate Atlantis Exclusive Set Report! Actress Tori Higginson takes time out to reveal what's in store for Season Three
A Scanner Darkly Director Richard Linklater talks about the making of the new film adaptation of Philip K Dick's novel, starring Keanu Reeves
Doctor Who (2000s) We meet new companion Martha Jones, played by Freema Agyeman
The 4400 Actress Samantha Ferris tells us all about her role as Nina Jarvis, the head of NTAC
Top 10 The 10 monsters of Doctor Who Season Two

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Cars, Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man's Chest, Renaissance, Superman Returns
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering The 4400, Blade, Doctor Who, The Dead Zone, Stargate Atlantis, Stargate SG-1
Book Reviews Counterfeit Worlds: Philip K Dick on Film, End of the World Blues, Forest Mage, Scar Night, The Oracle's Queen, Vanguard, Harbinger, Vanguard
Comics Brave New World, The Flash: Fastest Man Alive #1, Nextwave: Agents of HATE
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks & Collectables
Trailer Park We take a sideways look at a trailer for an upcoming blockbuster. This month we look at Spider-Man 3 and its host of new villains

Issue 341
October 2006

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Issue 342
October 2006

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Star Trek 40th Anniversary
Kirk and Spock Reunited! Original series stars William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy continue to chat about their fond memories of the series and movies
Brent Spiner Exclusive Interview The actor best known recalls his tour of duty aboard the Enterprise D as Lt Cmdr Data
Flashback: The Wrath of Khan We delve into the archives to examine one of the most popular Star Trek movies, with interviews and contemporary reviews

Battlestar Galactica (2000s) - Season 3 preview
Nicki Clyne Exclusive on set interview!The actress who plays Crewman Specialist Cally talks about her character's development
Photo Special A fantastic 16-page photo feature with a host of spectacular new images

Torchwood Exclusive Interview Writer and co-producer Chris Chibnall gives us a taste of what to expect with the Doctor Who spin-off
Afterlife Exclusive Interview Writer Stephen Volk and producer Murray Ferguson talk about the second season
Evil Aliens! Exclusive Interview Director Jake West talks about his new films - a gory homage to '80s splatter movies and a Pumpkinhead sequel
Pulse Actress Kristen Bell talks about her role battling supernatural creatures in the new US adaptation of a Japanese Horror!
Top 10 Movies coming our way in 2007, including Transformers and a certain wallcrawler..

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Adrift, Click, Pulse, Snakes on a Plane, The Wicker Man
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering The 4400, Blade: The Series, The Dead Zone, Stargate Atlantis, Stargate SG-1
Book Reviews Armageddon's Children, The Fledging of Az Gabrielson, Icarus, London Under Midnight, Clark,Shield of Thunder, Wintersmith
Comics Fell #6, Justice League of America #1, Supergirl
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks & Collectables
Trailer Park We take a light-hearted look at the trailer for The Return, starring Sarah Michelle Gellar

Issue 343
November 2006

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Torchwood Exclusive Interview Executive producer Julie Gardner chats on the making of the new Doctor Who spin-off series
Star Trek 40th Anniversary - Of Gods and Men New pictures! We talk to producer Sky Conway about the making of the celebratory three-part Trek series for the web which reunites stars of the original show
Stargate Exclusive On-Set Interview! Producer N John Smith discusses the future of the franchise
Casino Royale Exclusive On-Set Interview! We go behind the scenes with stunt co-ordinator Gary Powell
Harry Potter We take a look at the first photos of the boy wizard and his friends in The Order of the Phoenix!
The Prestige Batman Begins director Chris Nolan chats about his latest film starring Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman and Michael Caine
The Grudge 2 Exclusive Actress Amber Tamblyn on following in the footsteps of Sarah Michelle Gellar in this Horror sequel
Saw 3 Exclusive We talk to the writer and director about the dreadful new crimes of the Jigsaw killer!
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The four heroes-in-a-half-shell are returning - we talk to producer Tom Gray, the man who made it happen!
Heroes Creator and producer Tim Kring chats about the newest superhero show on the block
Top 10 Science Fiction would be nothing without scientists, so here we take a look at the Top 10 crazy inventors... and their inventions!

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases Children of Men, Puritan, Snuff-Movie
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Blade: The Series, The Dead Zone, Heroes, Lost, Smallville, Stargate Atlantis, Stargate SG-1, Supernatural
Book Reviews Black Sun Rising , Endgame, Galactic North, Resplendent, Vicious Circle, Winterbirth
Comics Hellblazer #224, Transformers Evolutions: Hearts of Steel #4, 52 #21
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks & Collectables
Trailer Park This issue we take a sideways look at the trailer for Saw 3, the latest episode in the great Horror series!

Issue 344
December 2006

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Torchwood Exclusive Interviews
Behind the scenes with the Doctor Who spin-off series that has topped the ratings!
Burn Gorman The actor who plays Owen Harper on the show's incredible technology
Neill Gorton The make-up supremo on creating weird new alien foes
Helen Raynor The series' script editor chats about her writing contribution

Battlestar Galactica Exclusive On-set Interview Actor Michael Hogan talks about Season Three, and what the future holds for his character, Colonel Tigh
Eragon Exclusive Interview Visual effects maestro Stefen Fangmeier chats about his directorial debut
Superman II We look at the DVD of the restored Richard Donner's original cut
Star Trek On-set Exclusive Star Alan Ruck talks about the unconventional genesis of the 40th anniversary web adventure Of Gods and Men!
Hogfather On-set Interview Sir David Jason discusses his role in Sky One's Terry Pratchett adaptation
Eureka Exclusive On-Set Interview Actor Neil Grayston discusses his role in the new Science Fiction series
The Prestige Exclusive Interview Author Christopher Priest talks about the film version of his magical novel
Top 10 Our guide to the best Christmas movie blockbusters of all time!

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Our regular detailed look at all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, film and TV releases both new and old on DVD, and we check out the best new collectables...
A look at new cinema releases The Fountain, The Grudge 2, The Illusionist, The Prestige, Saw III
The latest and up-to-date TV Reviews covering Battlestar Galactica, Heroes, Lost, Smallville, Supernatural, Torchwood
Book Reviews Dead Witch Walking, Eastern Tide, Fragile Thing, Lisey's Story, Polity Agent, TVSF books
Comics Angel: Masks, The Authority #1, Pride of Baghdad #21
Multimedia, DVDs, Soundtracks & Collectables
Trailer Park We take a lighthearted look at the trailer for Eragon

Special #73 2006

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Doctor Who - David Tennant and Billie Piper New Doctor David Tennant and returning companion Billie Piper talk about their adventures in the Christmas Special - Season Two Preview Things to look forward to - Season One Reviews The complete Starburst reviews of the first season of the new series starring Christopher Eccleston - James Hawes Director of the Christmas Special and the acclaimed The Empty Child exclusively reveals the secrets of the new Doctor! - 10 Who CDs you must own! From the canon of Big Finish we present 10 classic audio plays Stargate Andy Mikita discusses his work on the new seasons of Stargate SG-1 and Atlantis The Chronicles of Narnia We meet the stars of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and director Andrew Adamson Battlestar Galactica - Tahmoh Penikett The handsome actor who plays Lt Helo talks to us - Make-up Make-up/Prosthetics artist Patricia Murray reveals some secrets - Grace Park The actress discusses her character of Sharon 'Boomer' Valerii - Tricia Helfer All about Number Six and alter-ego Gina, from the actress who plays them! Samuel L Jackson One of Hollywood's finest actors talks about his role as Jedi Master Mace Windu in the recent Star Wars trilogy Mark Hamill Actor Mark Hamill talks about his voice work in animation Red Dwarf Production Diaries An exclusive look back at the making of Season 6 of the Sci-Fi comedy classic Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy A challenge for a talented team of designers in this year's hit movie Sci-Fi Gallery Dazzling posters from our top features for Battlestar Galactica, Doctor Who, The Chronicles of Narnia Trailer Park A sideways look at the trailer for the upcoming Vampires-versus-werewolves movie Underworld: Evolution

Special #74 2006

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Battlestar Galactica We celebrate Season Two of the spectacular series with our unparalleled star interviews! - Katee Sackhoff We talk to the actress who plays Viper pilot Kara 'Starbuck' Thrace - Aaron Douglas The actor better known as Chief Petty Officer Galen Tyrol takes time out to discuss his character's turbulent past two years - John Lancaster Creating the 'look' is no easy task, as the set decorator explains, illustrated with exclusive behind-the-scenes photos! - Michael Rymer The director talks about the responsibility of doing justice to the ongoing story, and the surprises in store... - David Weddle The story editor/co-producer talks about the show's origins and challenges - Battlestar Reviews We review episodes 1-16 of the show's second season Superman Returns Set Report! We travel to Australia to meet director Bryan (X-Men) Singer, stars Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth and Brandon Routh Doctor Who - Phil Collinson & Julie Gardner Things have never been busier for the Who producers, as they tell us - Ed Thomas The production designer discusses his vision for the new, second, season - Carole Ann Ford The actress who played the Doctor's granddaughter back in 1963 shares her views on the new series And there's more... Stargate Atlantis Writer and co-executive producer Carl Binder explains how he developed the characters Silent Hill We go behind the scenes of the new chiller based on the smash-hit computer game, to meet director Christophe Gans (Brotherhood of the Wolf), plus stars Radha Mitchell and Laurie Holden! Ultraviolet We talk to star Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil) of this new Sci-Fi Vampire movie Sci-Fi Gallery Dazzling posters from our top features! - Stargate SG-1 - Michael Shanks - Doctor Who - Rise of the Cybermen - Brandon Routh in Superman Returns Trailer Park We take a lighthearted look at the Trailer for The Da Vinci Code, based on the novel by Dan Brown

Special #75 2006

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Doctor Who (2000s) We celebrate celebrate the second year of the BAFTA-award winning revival - Stars David Tennant & Billie Piper We talk to the actors about the Tenth Doctor and Rose - Actress Elisabeth Sladen Exclusive! The actress who played the Doctor's companion Sarah Jane Smith talks about her return to the series - Actor Noel Clarke Rose's boyfriend Mickey finally joins the TARDIS crew and Noel couldn't be happier! - Actress Camille Coduri We chat to her about playing Rose's down-to-earth mother! - Exclusive! Voice artist Nick Briggs on giving voice to the Cybermen - Exclusive! Writer Mark Gatiss talks about the challenges of setting his new episode, The Idiot's Lantern, in 1950s London Superman Returns Set Report! We go behind the scenes on the summer's hottest blockbuster - Producer Gil Adler on why he's delighted to be in the company of a superhero - Actor Stephan Bender on playing the junior Clark Kent! - Stars Brandon Routh & Kate Bosworth tell us 'The whole movie hinges on the relationship between Superman and Lois Lane' X-Men - The Final Stand - Actor Ian McKellen discusses his magnetic role as the villainous Magneto! - Actress Ellen Page talks about her roles in this movies and the powerful psychological drama Hard Candy - Exclusive! Actress Anna Paquin on having a special place in her heart for the role of good mutant Rogue And there's more... Exclusive! Stargate Atlantis Art director James Robbins discusses creating monsters, machines and alien vistas for the hit Sci-Fi show! Exclusive! Battlestar Galactica (2000s) Set decorator Jonathan Lancaster tells us why detail is crucial Desperation Director Mick Garris and star Annabeth Gish discuss the new TV adaptation of a Stephen King novel Sci-Fi Stars Blade Runner? 2001? Battlestar Galactica? We talk to the stars of Star Trek (old and new) and Farscape about their favourite Sci-Fi TV and movies! Sci-Fi Gallery Dazzling posters from our top features! - Superman Returns - Doctor Who - The Cybermen - X-Men: The Final Stand Trailer Park We take a sideways look at the trailer for the forthcoming movie release - this issue, the remake of classic Seventies chiller The Omen

Special #76 2006

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Doctor Who Season Two - Complete We present a MASSIVE 60-page review of every Season Two episode, plus new interviews with the cast and crew, and some behind-the-scenes secrets that couldn't be revealed before! Including The 2004 Christmas Special episode that launched David Tennant's Doctor Battlestar Galactica On-set interview Star Jamie Bamber talks about the show's third season and the transformation of his character, Apollo Stargate SG-1 Exclusive! Actress Claudia Black discusses her role as Vala Mal Doran Masters of Horror Exclusives! We meet two of the great talents behind this new TV Horror anthology - The master of weird Fantasy Clive Barker chats about his writing career, his graphic novels and his episode Haekel's Tale - The director of some movie classics, John Carpenter, talks about his new projects, including his Pro-Life episode Superman Returns We conclude our acclaimed on-set coverage, and look back at the making of the 1978 original that inspired Bryan Singer's new epic SPECIAL ADDITION... Shivers in Starburst A special supplement brings you the magazine of Horror entertainment! News All the lastest news from the world of Horror and dark fantasy, including Daniel Craig's new role as the devil! The Hills Have Eyes As the remake comes to DVD, we talk to director Alexandre Aja about the project Nightmares and Dreamscapes On-set HBO presents an anthology of Stephen King stories with an all-star cast - we paid a visit DVD Reviews Underworld: Evolution, The Hills Have Eyes, The Omen Special Edition and Nigel Kneale's Beasts Plus... Sci-Fi Gallery Dazzling posters from our top features! - Battlestar Galactica Jamie Bamber - Stargate SG-1 Ben Browder and Claudia Black - Doctor Who's New Companion Trailer Park We take a sideways look at a trailer for an upcoming movie. This issue, Daniel Craig is James Bond, 007 in Casino Royale

Special #77 2006

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Battlestar Galactica Season Three A bumper selection of new interviews to set the scene for the new season! We interview... - Edward James Olmos - Katee Sackhoff On-set exclusive! - Jamie Bamber - Grace Park On-set exclusive! - Mary McDonnell - Aaron Douglas On-set exclusive! - James Callis - Gary Hutzel FX exclusive! - Tricia Helfer - Michael Trucco On-set exclusive! - Michael Hogan - Tahmoh Penikett On set eclusive! - Battle Stars on DVD Exclusive! Aaron Douglas, Kandyse McClure, Nicki Clyne and Paul Campbell look back on the second season - now on DVD! Star Trek at 40 We hear from stars William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy who reunite to celebrate the 40th anniversary Star Wars We delve into our archives to bring you rare interviews with directors Irvin Kershner and Richard Marquand, and stars Anthony Daniels and Harrison Ford. The 4400 Exclusive! Executive producer Scott Peters on the third season Heroes Exclusive! Young actor Milo Ventimiglia talks about his superhero role SPECIAL ADDITION... Shivers in Starburst A special supplement brings you the magazine of Horror entertainment! News All the latest news from the world of Horror and dark fantasy Tim Sullivan We meet the director who brought 2001 Maniacs to the screen The Texas Chainsaw Massacre - The Beginning Meet stars Andrew Bryniarski and Jordana Brewster on the set of this prequel Film Reviews Lady in the Water, Snakes on a Plane Plus... Sci-Fi Gallery Dazzling posters from our top features! - Battlestar Galactica - Star Trek - Star Wars Trailer Park A sideways look at the trailer for a forthcoming movie - this issue, The Covenant

Special #78 2006

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The Starburst Review of 2006 Our look back, month by month, the highs, the lows Torchwood - Russell T Davies The show's creator and executive producer talks about how he brought the world of Torchwood to the screen! - John Barrowman Exclusive! The actor discusses his role as the enigmatic Captain Jack Harkness Stargate SG-1 Exclusive on-set interview Director Martin Wood discusses his time working on both Stargate series, and how he brought the celebratory episode 200 to the screen Stargate Atlantis Exclusive on-set interview Actor David Hewlett reveals what the future holds for the optimistic Dr McKay in the third season Cinesite Exclusive We go behind the scenes at the London headquarters of the award-winning CG effects company, to discover the secrets of the recent remake of The Omen (666) Battlestar Galactica (2000s) Exclusive on-set interview Actor Jamie Bamber chats about the upcoming third season Doctor Who (2000s) Exclusive Star David Tennant discusses how he became an actor and how much he enjoys his role as the enigmatic Doctor.. Heroes Exclusive Artist Tim Sale talks about creating the paintings used in the show for Isaac Mendez's devastating prophecies... Alias Exclusive Veteran actor Ron Rifkin reminisces about playing rogue operative Arvin Sloane Saw 2 Actress Emmanuelle Vaugier talks about playing the Jigsaw killer's deadly games Blade: The Series Exclusive Actor Neil Jackson talks about his career and the fun of playing the bad guy in this spooky show The Prestige Learn how actor Christian Bale got to play a Victorian magician Film of the Year We take a look at our very own Top 10 of the year's best films! Preview 2007 We tempt you with look forward to films set for release next year! Ninja Turtles, Spider-Man 3, Shrek the Third, Pirates of the Caribbean 3, Transformers, Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix, The Golden Compass Plus... - Sci-Fi Gallery Stargate SG-1, Pirates of the Caribbean, Torchwood - Index Looking for an interview, a review, a photo? The last year in Starburst is indexed - Trailer Park Terror and fairy tales intermingle in the new film Pan's Labyrinth SPECIAL ADDITION... Shivers in Starburst A special supplement brings you the magazine of Horror entertainment! News All the latest news from the world of Horror and dark fantasy Wes Craven Exclusive We meet the godfather of Horror to learn what makes the creator of Freddy Krueger really scared! The Living and the Dead Exclusive We meet director Simon Rumley on location for his new psychological Horror film Film Reviews The Grudge 2 and The Host