Caprica (2009–2010)

Two families, the Graystones and the Adamas, live together on a peaceful planet known as Caprica, where a startling breakthrough in artificial intelligence brings about unforeseen consequences. A spin-off of the Sci Fi Channel series "Battlestar Galactica" set 50 years prior to the events of that show.

Creators:

Remi Aubuchon, Ronald D. Moore

Stars:

Eric Stoltz, Esai Morales, Paula Malcomson

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 1 win & 4 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Eric Stoltz	...	Daniel Graystone (18 episodes, 2009-2010)
Esai Morales	...	Joseph Adama (18 episodes, 2009-2010)
Paula Malcomson	...	Amanda Graystone (18 episodes, 2009-2010)
Alessandra Torresani	...	Zoe Graystone (18 episodes, 2009-2010)
Magda Apanowicz	...	Lacy Rand (17 episodes, 2009-2010)
Sasha Roiz	...	Sam Adama (17 episodes, 2009-2010)
Polly Walker	...	Clarice Willow (17 episodes, 2009-2010)
Brian Markinson	...	Jordan Durham (13 episodes, 2009-2010)
Hiro Kanagawa	...	Cyrus Xander (13 episodes, 2009-2010)
Jim Thomson	...	Serge (13 episodes, 2009-2010)
Panou	...	Olaf (11 episodes, 2010)
Sina Najafi	...	William Adama (10 episodes, 2009-2010)
Scott Porter	...	Nestor (8 episodes, 2010)
Genevieve Buechner	...	Tamara Adama (8 episodes, 2009-2010)
Karen Elizabeth Austin	...	Ruth (8 episodes, 2009-2010)
Teryl Rothery	...	Evelyn (8 episodes, 2010)

Storyline

Two families, the Graystones and the Adamas, live together on a peaceful planet known as Caprica, where a startling breakthrough in artificial intelligence brings about unforeseen consequences. A spin-off of the Sci Fi Channel series "Battlestar Galactica" set 50 years prior to the events of that show.

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Plot Keywords:

artificial intelligence | investigation | space | teenage girl | addiction | 

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Taglines:

The future of humanity begins with a choice.

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Genres:

Action | Drama | Sci-Fi

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

Canada USA

Language:

English Greek

Release Date:

21 April 2009 (USA)

Filming Locations:

BC Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

David Eick Productions, Universal Media Studios (UMS)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The paper computers used regularly in the series are created by using a version of the same motion-capture technology used to base CGI characters on the movements of real actors. In this case, a sheet of paper covered with a grid of dots is used by the actors. CGI is then able the superimpose the "computer" image onto the paper, even allowing the image to bend and move like real paper when touched, because a real piece of paper was the basis for the model. This is particularly effective in the pilot, when agent Durham gives a *folded* paper screen to Amanda.

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Connections

Referenced in The Big Bang Theory: The Irish Pub Formulation (2010)

User Reviews

story telling at its best well almost anyway

This is real character and story driven drama at a level that shames most of what we see on TV at the mo.

I was impressed right from the start. Don't be put off if your not a sci fi nut (like me...) This could be happening on earth, the fact that its in another galaxy just makes the show more interesting. there are no space ships or laser guns (None yet anyway) So far I've seen up to s01 e04 and I'm gripped and wondering whats going to happen next as there are so many possibilities.

The cast play there roles with pasion. Eric stoltz is especially strong.

This show really stands alone well, it doesn't matter if you watched BSG or not, in fact they are quite different. I've read some negative reviews from sci fi geeks who expected less drama and more aliens and ray guns etc but I would say ignore them.

This is a really positive start to a show. Lets hope they don't cann it after 1 or 2 seasons like they normally do with good shows these days.