Urban Archipelago Films

Critics love Captain Power: The Complete Series DVD Set...

2011-12-19T17:27:00.000-08:00

Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future was officially released on DVD on Tuesday December 6 and reviewers have been praising the set as well as the extensive collection of all-new special features including the feature length documentary OUT OF THE ASHES:

"The series holds up as an interesting, intelligent and exciting mix of sci-fi and adventure. It's nice to have the series not just on DVD but in a nice set that includes a wealth of extra features as well".

- DVD Talk

"The complete package is a labor of love from the people most responsible for the series... from top to bottom they have managed to put together one hell of a release that will not only please the diehard fan-base, but blows away the DVD presentation of many of its peers".

- DVD Verdict

"There's a lot to love about this show. It's one of those series that actually works... Captain Power is exactly the sort of show that needed to find its way to DVD, and now it has! It pushed boundaries, advanced the genre, introduced some daring CG effects and defined awesome at the time..."

- IGN

"Can you name another TV series back in 1987 that integrated interactive effects with CGI and live action and also possessed a mature storyline with powerful writing? Believe me when I say that the feature length documentary is worth the price of the set alone, we really had no idea how much work went into the making of the series. It’s an incredibly enlightening behind the scenes look at the show with numerous interviews with the stars as well as the people who bled and sweat to bring it to us."

- The Retroist

"One of the best Science Fiction and superhero stories of the 1980s. It was awesome!"

- Newsarama

"This complete DVD series has been long in coming. Many TV shows fade into the night and become forgotten. A show such as Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future endured because of the acting and writing involved. Here were characters that we could identify with and find compassion for..."

- Mania.com

Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future The Complete Series on DVD was produced by Roger Lay, Jr. who is also working with the show's creator Gary Goddard on a new version of this cult classic series. Stay tuned to the official Captain Power Returns website for more details.

Captain Power special on This Week in Geek...

2011-12-19T17:18:00.000-08:00

Tune into this special interview from THIS WEEK IN GEEK for a chance to meet actor Tim Dungian and Captain Power DVD producer Roger Lay as they talk about what it took to bring Captain Power back from the brink of obscurity! Tim and Roger talk about some of the great experiences reuniting a family of characters and the challenges of the set, plus they share some exciting news about the future of the franchise.

Roger Lay Jr, Gary Goddard, and Tim Dunigan talk Captain Power on this week's Slice of Sci-Fi...

2011-12-01T15:25:00.001-08:00

Captain Power creator Gary Goddard, star Tim Dunigan and DVD producer / director, special features Roger Lay, Jr. are the guests on this week's edition of Slice of Sci-Fi on XM and Sirius Satellite radio. Learn more about the show's origins, it's legacy and the work Goddard and Lay have been doing to reintroduce the franchise. The show is now available for streaming on the official slice of sci-fi web page. Fans can also download the show on itunes.

Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future is available on DVD for the first time ever on December 6.

Captain Power and Skeleton Warriors DVD launch...

2011-11-30T12:52:00.000-08:00

Fans of Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future as well as Skeleton Warriors will be able to get DVD copies signed by the creators of both shows on December 9, 2011. To celebrate the highly anticipated release of both shows on DVD, Dark Delicacies in North Hollywood will be hosting a one night only reunion of writers, producers, cast and crew members from both shows starting at 7:00 PM. Fans can get their DVD sets signed by the creators including:

- Tim Dunigan ("'Captain Jonathan Power")
- J. Michael Straczynski (Head Writer / Executive Story Consultant, "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future")
- Larry DiTillio (Writer, Season one "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future" / Story Editor, Season 2 scripts)
- Robert DeLapp (Special Effects Supervisor "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future" / Co-Producer "Skeleton Warriors")
- Gary Guttman (Composer, "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future", "Skeleton Warriors")
- Julia Lewald (Head Writer / Story Editor, "Skeleton Warriors")
- Eric Lewald (Writer, "Skeleton Warriors")
- Dean Stefan (Writer, "Skeleton Warriors")
- Ted King (Sound Design Producer "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future" and "Skeleton Warriors")
- Roger Lay, Jr. (DVD Producer, "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future" and Skeleton Warriors" / Producer new "Captain Power" projects including "Out of the Ashes".)

And many more...

You can also pre-order your signed copies at Dark Delicacies' online store.

Both sets include hours of newly created content produced by Urban Archipelago Films including the feature length documentary Out of the Ashes: The Making of Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future and Skeleton Warriors: Bad to the Bone, both directed by Roger Lay, Jr.

Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future and Skeleton Warriors available on DVD on December 6, 2011.

CNN Entertainment News features Captain Power DVD set and plans for reboot...

2011-10-20T14:59:00.000-07:00

Head on over to CNN Entertainment for a look back at Captain Power - which makes it's DVD debut on December 6 with all new special features produced by Urban Archipelago Films. The DVD set is produced by Roger Lay Jr, who also directed all the newly created special content including the feature-length documentary OUT OF THE ASHES: THE MAKING OF CAPTAIN POWER.

The CNN piece also features interviews with the show's stars TIM DUNIGAN and JESSICA STEEN, as well as creator GARY GODDARD revealing plans for a new version of the show.
Roger Lay, Jr. and Gary Goddard are planning to bring back the show in a new way for modern audiences. Stay tuned for more details...

THE TABLE: winner, best documentary award at 2011 Socal Film Festival...

2011-10-19T14:44:00.001-07:00

Urban Archipelago Films' latest documentary feature, THE TABLE was the recipient of the best documentary award at the 2011 Socal Film Festival. The awards were announced during the event's closing ceremony on October 1st. Produced by Roger Lay, Jr. and directed by Ana Barredo,The Table is a documentary that exemplifies the power of community, of people pursuing their dreams in spite of having the odds stacked against them. The film follows the lives of a few individuals over the course of an entire year. They are part of a network support group of Hollywood hopefuls and established professionals who call themselves The Table because their informal meetings occur in the backrooms of Los Angeles restaurants. The Table is where doers and dreamers alike come to share their stories, strategies, and aspirations. Remarkably, they have been meeting together in this way every Thursday for nearly 20 years!

Founded by author and screenwriter Marc Scott Zicree (The Twilight Zone Companion, Sliders), The Table has broadened its network to include thousands of creative individuals. With its friendly open-door policy that’s free for anyone who would like to attend, The Table has attracted incredible actors, writers, directors and producers such as Guillermo Del Toro (director, Pan’s Labyrinth), George Takei (actor, Star Trek), Armin Shimerman (actor, Deep Space Nine), and Chris Wyatt (producer, Napoleon Dynamite).

More on the film and the award via FilamNation.

Roger Lay, Jr produces highly anticipated DVD releases for Captain Power and Skeleton Warriors...

2011-10-08T12:10:00.001-07:00

Urban Archipelago Films is proud to announce the release of Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future and Skeleton Warriors on DVD. Both shows arrive on DVD on December 6 from VSC and Gary Goddard Entertainment with all new special features and documentaries from Urban Archipelago Films, produced and directed by Roger Lay, Jr.

Pre-orders are now up on Amazon for both Captain Power and Skeleton Warriors.

More details are available on The Retroist and EGMNOW.

World Premiere of Toy Masters footage and Q&A during Power Con 2011

2011-08-22T13:31:00.000-07:00

The innagural edition of Power-Con will be taking place in Los Angeles September 24-25. As part of the event Urban Archipelago FIlms will premiere 20 minutes of never before seen footage from the upcoming documentary film TOY MASTERS. The film chronicles the meteoric rise and fall of the MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE franchise as well as the years of struggle for credit over its origins.

The preview will be followed by a Q & A session with the filmmakers and various special guests moderated by Robert Meyer Burnett (director of FREE ENTERPRISE and FEMME FATALES).

Scheduled to appear (subject to availability): Roger Lay, Jr. (Director/Producer), Corey Landis (Producer, Co-Writer), Gary Goddard (Director, 1987 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE film), Mark DiCamillo (Former Marketing Executive, Mattel), Joe Morrison (Former President, Mattel Entertainment Division), and former Mattel designers Ted Mayer and Mark Taylor.
For more details visit the Con's official site or follow TOY MASTERS on Facebook.

TOY MASTERS documentary preview premieres at San Diego Comic Con 2011

2011-07-25T17:39:00.001-07:00

TOY MASTERS, the new documentary feature film from Urban Archipelago was previewed at San Diego Comic Con on Friday night in front of a roaring crowd of fans in Hall H. The film chronicles the rise and fall of MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, the billion dollar toy and entertainment franchise. The exclusive 11 minute preview from Comic Con is now available online at the film's official site and also on facebook.

The film is produced and directed by Roger Lay, Jr (RAY ROMANO'S 95 MILES TO GO, CHRYSALIS) and features interviews with some of the key personnel responsible for every incarnation of the toys, animated shows, comic books, film, and live events. Visit the film's official site for more details.

Captain Power Returns!

2011-04-16T13:55:00.000-07:00

Producer Roger Lay, Jr has just begun work on a new project with creator Gary Goddard based on the cult classic Science Fiction series CAPTAIN POWER AND THE SOLDIERS OF THE FUTURE. The groundbreaking 80s show was the first to feature computer generated visual effects and was designed as the first interactive television program with a series of figures, vehicles, and playsets produced by Mattel Toys. CAPTAIN POWER featured the work of such visionary science fiction and television writers as J. Michael Straczynski (Creator, Babylon 5), Michael Reaves (Novelist and Emmy winning writer of Batman: The Animated Series), Marc Scott Zicee (Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: DS9, Sliders), and Larry DiTillio (Masters of the Universe, Beast Wars).

Visit the official CAPTAIN POWER RETURNS site for the latest updates.

Institute for International Film Financing Panel with guest speakers Roger Lay Jr and Marc Scott Zicree

2011-02-28T11:29:00.000-08:00

on March 2, 2011 the Los Angeles chapter of the Insititute for International Film Financing continues its popular acclaimed monthly gatherings at the junction of film & finance with a special Film Financing Townhall at the renowned LA Film School. Their world-class facilities are conveniently located near the corner of Sunset & Vine. This month's event features panelists Roger Lay, Jr and Marc Scott Zicree.

The Institute for International Film Financing (IIFF) is an innovative, independent social-impact organization that endeavors to bridge the gap between the worlds of filmmaking and finance for the benefit of all stakeholders – including the public at large.

For details and reservations visit the IIFF official site.

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis: Now Available on the Playstation Network...

2010-11-01T23:03:00.001-07:00

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis is now available for rent and purchase on the Sony Playstation Network. PS3 owners can now watch the film through the popular online gaming and digital media delivery service from Sony Computer Entertainment. The PS3 Network is one of the fastest growing digital media services in the world with over 50 million registered PlayStation Network accounts worldwide. Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis was the recipient of the Best Feature Award at the International Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival and is also available on DVD from E1 Entertainment.

CHRYSALIS cast and filmmakers at Hollywood Xpo 2010...

2010-10-11T22:49:00.001-07:00

From Page to Screen: Making Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis:

Producer Roger Lay, Jr., composer Brandon Moore, and the cast of Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis join the line up of guests for the 2010 edition of Hollywood Xpo at Universal City on Saturday October 16.

Take an inside look at the making of the latest feature film based on the works of internationally acclaimed author Ray Bradbury. Originally published more than 60 years ago in the pages of the pulp classic magazine, Amazing Stories, and in Bradbury's classic anthology S is for Space -- Chrysalis now makes it to the screen in this feature film adaptation from Urban Archipelago Films.

The panel will be moderated by New York Times Best Selling Author Marc Scott Zicree ( The Twilight Zone Companion, Magic Time). Cast and crew will be on hand to sign DVDs, CD soundtracks, and limited edition posters of the film immediately after the panel.

For more details and ticket info visit the official Hollywood Xpo site.

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis at Hollywood Xpo

Saturday October 16 / 3:15 P.M.

Universal Studios Hilton

Urban Archipelago announces release plans for BOGATYRS, the company's debut graphic novel...

2010-09-04T16:23:00.000-07:00

Urban Archipelago Films will make its foray into the world of comic book and graphic novel publishing with the mythological fantasy BOGATYRS, scheduled for release Summer 2011.

Set in an ancient and magical world of fantasy the book updates many classic characters and legends from the old bylinas -- traditional Russian epic tales of heroic warriors, strange monsters, and mysterious prophecies. BOGATYRS brings to life some of the most compelling myths ever conceived for a new generation of readers to experience. The Graphic Novel chronicles the adventures of the three greatest heroes featured in the rich mythology of ancient Rus -- Ilya Muromet, Alyosha Popovich, and Dobrynia Nikitich -- as they battle the forces of the Golden Horde and the underworld in an epic journey that will forever change their destinies and those of their people.

The graphic novel is written by Roger Lay, Jr. and Jose A. Rosario Nieves and features art by Crizam (ARTHUR: THE LEGEND CONTINUES). The cover art for the book is by world renowned fantasy artist William Stout (CONAN THE BARBARIAN, JURASSIC PARK). As part of the book's multi platform release composer Brandon Moore (RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS, THE GENTLEMAN DON LA MANCHA) has been tapped to provide a soundtrack album for the novel comprised of cues inspired by some of the novel's most compelling moments.

The release of the novel will be preceded by a limited edition sketchbook exclusively available online on December 2010. The sketchbook lavishly illustrates the world of BOGATYRS through multiple concept sketches, location designs, and character profiles.

For more details and updates visit the book's official site in the coming months.

2010 Edition of The New Ray Bradbury Review Ships Sept 30

2010-08-31T14:50:00.001-07:00

The 2010 edition of The New Ray Bradbury Review from Kent State Press is set for release on September 30th. This new edition gives readers a look at the process of adapting Bradbury stories to film. It includes insightful essays by Jon Eller and Producer Roger Lay Jr, who chronicles the making of A Piece of Wood and Chrysalis. The book also features a fragment of Bradbury's "lost" screenplay to The Chrysalis as well as conceptual art and photos from the Urban Archipelago Films production of Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis. You can pre-order your copy now from Amazon.

Inside Pulse takes a look at CHRYSALIS on DVD...

2010-08-24T21:48:00.001-07:00

Head on over to Inside Pulse Movies for an in depth review of the newly released CHRYSALIS DVD from E1 Entertainment, Lightning Media, and Urban Archipelago Films. Reviewer Joe Corey shares his thoughts on the film and the multiple special features.

A Conversation With Producer Roger Lay, Jr. on Slice of Sci-Fi...

2010-08-24T21:47:00.001-07:00

Tune in to the this week's episode of Slice of Sci-Fi on Sirius and XM Digital Satellite Radio for a conversation with Producer Roger Lay, Jr -- who discusses his work on "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" and the upcoming Documentary Film "Toy Masters". You can also visit their official site to listen to the show right now.

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis: Now Available on DVD...

2010-08-24T21:46:00.001-07:00

RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS is now available on DVD. The Award Winning film from Ray Bradbury and Urban Archipelago Films comes loaded with special features including:

- Audio Commentary with Author Ray Bradbury and Producer Roger Lay, Jr.

- Multi-Part Behind the Scenes Documentary: Pt 1 - The Story, Pt 2 - Characters, Pt 3 - Production Begins , Pt 4 - Creature Effects, Pt 5 - Shooting on Location, Pt 6 - Music Score, Pt 7 - Release and Publicity -- featuring exclusive San Diego Comic Con footage.

-Dolby Digital 5.1

- Widescreen - Enhanced for 16x9, Mastered in High Definition.

Now available at AMAZON, BEST BUY, WALMART, BARNES & NOBLE, BORDERS, MOVIES UNLIMITTED, TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES, TARGET, and many other retailers nation wide.

Comic Con 2010 Events from Urban Archipelago Films...

2010-07-24T00:38:00.000-07:00

Urban Archipelago Films will be at San Diego Comic Con 2010 for the official launch of RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS on DVD. Fans attending the event will have an opportunity to own RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS on DVD a week ahead of its nationwide release date. The DVD will be available for sale at the E1 ENTERTAINMENT booth throughout the weekend while supplies last. Fans who purchase the film will be eligible to win limited edition CHRYSALIS posters signed by Ray Bradbury. Stop by the E1 ENTERTAINMENT booth for more details and giveaways.

Also on Comic Con weekend Urban Archipelago Films will be launching the official site for its upcoming documentary film TOY MASTERS: HOW HE-MAN AND MATTEL CONQUERED THE UNIVERSE. The film is the first ever feature length documentary on the worldwide phenomenon that inspired a generation of children and became a billion dollar franchise. Visit the official site for more details.

Chrysalis pre-orders are up...

2010-04-18T22:36:00.000-07:00

"Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" streets on DVD July 27, 2010. Most major retailers have begun taking pre-orders including Amazon, Walmart, and Movies Unlimited. You can pre order at up to 37% off the retail price from some retailers if you act soon. Check back soon for more including details on our promotional events at San Diego Comic Con and other conventions in taking place in the coming months.

Geek Pajama Party site launches

2010-04-18T22:28:00.000-07:00

The official site for our upcoming web comedy series "Geek Pajama Party" has gone live. The new series from Roger Lay Jr & Jon and Al Kaplan has been described as "The Man Show" for Fanboys. So if you love Elves, Aliens, babes, and Jawas (Who doesn't???) be sure to check it out. You can also find more videos from the show on youtube.

DVD release date announced for "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis"

2010-04-17T23:02:00.000-07:00

E1 Entertainment has acquired Urban Archipelago Films' production of RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS for DVD distribution. The film will make its debut on the DVD format on July 27, 2010. The feature film adaptation of the internationally acclaimed author's short story was the recipient of the Best Sci-Fi Feature Award at the International Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival. Other recent and upcoming genre releases from E-1 Entertainment include William Shatner's GROOM LAKE, THE HAUNTED AIRMAN starring Robert Pattison (TWILIGHT), and the SyFy Channel hit series SANCTUARY starring Amanda Tapping (STARGATE SG-1).
The deal for CHRYSALIS was brokered through Lightning Media, which holds domestic distribution rights for the film. Lightning has also made the film available ON DEMAND through major digital cable providers including Time Warner Cable, Charter, and Brighthouse. RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS was produced by Roger Lay, Jr. and features special make up and creature effects by Emmy Award winning FX artist Lee Romaire (SIX FEET UNDER, BUFFY: THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, WAR OF THE WORLDS).

E1 Entertainment (formerly Koch Entertainment) is a leading independent entertainment content owner that acquires film, television and music rights and exploits these rights in all media in more than 190 countries, with offices in New York, Nashville,The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Montreal and Toronto. E1 is the largest independent music, television and film distributor in North America, and is distributed by the Universal Music Group in Europe and in Asia under the name E1 Universal. For over twenty years the company operated under the name Koch Entertainment, and was renamed E1 Entertainment on January 22, 2009.

Urban Archipelago Films has been responsible for the production of varied commercials, music videos, feature films, and special content for DVD and the web. Some of their most recent projects include the film adaptation of Ray Bradbury's A PIECE OF WOOD and ThinkFilm's 95 MILES TO GO starring Ray Romano, which is currently playing on the HBO and Cinemax networks. RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS is the company's second collaboration with the internationally acclaimed author.

Lightning Media selectively targets and acquires distribution rights to commercially driven films and programs to exploit through theatrical distribution, DVD, television, cable, internet, VOD, PPV, electronic sell-thru and emerging digital platforms in the United States, Canada, The United Kingdom and Australia.

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FSM Best of 2009: Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis...

2010-04-17T22:58:00.000-07:00

Watch Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis On Demand...

2009-11-16T21:16:00.000-08:00

Lightning Entertainment has picked up Urban Archipelago Films' production of Ray Bradbury’s Chrysalis for domestic distribution. The feature film based on the short story by the internationally acclaimed author is now available On Demand through Time Warner, Charter, and Bright House digital cable providers. The film will be available in more than 50 million homes in the U.S. Additional dates for multiple other providers including Comcast and digital satellite services will be announced shortly.

The beloved author of such classics as The Martian Chronicles and Fahrenheit 451, who has been consulted in every aspect of the film’s production, says: "Chrysalis started to develop in my life more than forty years ago. I wrote ten different versions of the story and tried, unsuccessfully, to sell it to various magazines. I finally wrote one more version and sold it to "Amazing Stories." To have it come off the page and come alive is a real triumph. [Producer] Roger Lay, Jr. has done a first-class, A-1 job."

Ray Bradbury’s Chrysalis has also been picked up for international distribution by Arsenal Pictures and will begin airing worldwide in the fall. Some of the initial international territories include Russia and Japan -- two of the largest non-U.S. markets for Bradbury's work. More territories and release dates will continue to be announced in the coming months at the film's official site .

The film has also been playing to great reception at such film festivals as:

The Science + Fiction Film Festival, Italy
The Shriekfest Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival
The Phoenix Comic-Con Film Festival
The Boston Science Fiction Film Festival
The Cannes Film Market
The Fen-Con Science Fiction Festival
The CineFantasy Film Festival, Brazil
The International Horror and Science-Fiction Film Festival (Winner, Best Sci-Fi Feature)

Details for the film's DVD release should be available in early 2010 following its On Demand television run.

A PIECE OF WOOD and CHRYSALIS playing back to back at Fencon 2009...

2009-08-11T21:23:00.000-07:00

The 2009 Fencon Science Fiction Weekend in Dallas, Texas will be hosting a special Ray Bradbury double feature with A PIECE OF WOOD and CHRYSALIS playing back to back. The films will begin at 12 Noon on Saturday September 19. Fans in attendance will also receive some exclusive giveaways including limited edition posters.
For the complete schedule and more details visit the fencon official site.

Scoring Chrysalis...

2009-08-02T23:51:00.001-07:00

Composer Brandon Moore discusses his work on Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis in an exclusive behind the scenes featurette on his official site. Follow the link to view now.

Chrysalis screening in Dallas during FenCon 2009...

2009-07-26T18:49:00.000-07:00

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis has joined the line up of films screening at the 2009 edition of the FenCon science fiction weekend in Dallas, Texas.
The event will be taking place from September 18 to the 20th.
Check back soon for more details. For screening times visit the official site for the event.

More from Comic-Con 2009 and release details for CHRYSALIS...

2009-07-23T15:33:00.000-07:00

Quiet earth has the latest details on Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis check them out now.

Chrysalis release dates to be announced at Comic-Con...

2009-07-12T12:35:00.001-07:00

Join legendary fantasy and science-fiction writer Ray Bradbury on Saturday July 25th for a special hour as he discusses his latest projects, including all the latest details on Chrysalis' domestic and international release dates. Fans in attendance can also sign up for our exclusive Chrysalis prize giveaway for a chance to win DVD's, posters, and books personally signed by the beloved author.

San Diego Convention Center - Saturday July 25th

3:30 P.M. / Room 6BCF

International Poster for Chrysalis revealed at Cannes...

2009-06-21T14:31:00.001-07:00

Above is a first look at the new poster for Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis which will be used in all international territories. Stay tuned for international release dates, as well as domestic dates which will be announced in July at the 2009 edition of Comic Con San Diego with Ray Bradbury on stage.