Clip from Episode 4 of Merlin - season 5

Merlin's publicity department issued a clip for tonight's episode of Merlin: season 5. The episode is titled "Another's Sorrow" and because I can't post video clips on Suite101.com, I'm posting the press release and clip here for fans to read and watch. These materials are used with permission from copyright holders Shine, Ltd and FremantleMedia Enterprises. Please do not copy or re-post without permission from them.

Press Release

Morgana’s Deceptions Ensnare Princess Mithian
on This Friday’s Episode of MERLIN

 

Janet Montgomery reprises role for “Another’s Sorrow,”

an all-new episode premiering Jan. 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Syfy

 

Arthur’s one-time fiancée Princess Mithian comes in search of the King’s help on this week’s episode of MERLIN, but only Merlin and Gwen seem to see the earmarks of a trap in “Another’s Sorrow,” which premieres Friday, Jan. 25, at 10 p.m. ET/PT Friday on Syfy.

 

Reprising her Season Four role as Princess Mithian is Janet Montgomery, most recently the star of Made in Jersey. Montgomery’s film credits include the award-winningBlack Swan and Our Idiot Brother, and she has had recurring roles on the popular television series Entourage and Human Target.

 

In “Another’s Sorrow,” Morgana and King Odin make a sinister pact to lure Arthur to his death, using Princess Mithian as the perfect bait. To ensure the task is completed, Morgana conjures a deception so powerful that the whole of Camelot is taken in – even Merlin himself. But as the storm clouds gather, will the young warlock see through the lies, or will Morgana at long last fulfill her dreams of revenge?

 

MERLIN fans have become accustomed to lead actor Colin Morgan’s transformations to his elder version, Emrys. This Friday night, it’s Katie McGrath’s turn in a prosthetic mask as Morgana disguises herself to move freely about Camelot.

 

“Everybody says ‘You got to do prosthetics’ like it’s the most amazing thing – but I have to admit that I was massively allergic, and it was very painful,” McGrath recalls. “Colin is so good at it, and they’ve done it for so many years with Colin, that I think they just expected they’d put it on me and it would all be fine.

 

“Instead, I got very sick and it really was not pleasant. Then, everybody was wonderful about it, making sure I wasn’t in the prosthetic for too long and that I got resting periods.”

 

McGrath said that, as she never quite understood the degree of difficulty to act behind a false face, she developed even greater respect for her friend Morgan’s acting ability.

 

“What you don’t realize is that acting in a prosthetic really does sap your energy,” McGrath said. “You’re exhausted by it. You’re constantly aware of something on your face. Colin was really good about telling me how it works and how the subtle movements on your face don’t translate, so you almost have to over-do everything because you’re moving your face and then that’s moving something on top. Small movements don’t work, so it’s a completely different way of acting.”

 

And what did McGrath think of her appearance?

 

“I actually resembled my grandmother,” she said with a laugh, “which was really weird.”

 

MERLIN fans will be able to see the Morgana transformation for themselves when “Another’s Sorrow” debuts Friday, Jan. 25, at 10 p.m. ET/PT, only on Syfy.

 

 

 

Press Release & New Clip for "Merlin" Season 5, Episode 2

The following is the press release and new clip issued to the media for the second part of the season 5 premiere episode, "Arthur's Bane - part2".  It is reprinted here with permission so I can share the following episode clip with readers:

Will Arthur’s Bane Prove to be

the Undoing of Camelot … or its Salvation?

 

Two-Part Season Premiere of MERLIN 
Concludes Jan. 11 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Syfy

 

For years, Merlin has known one immutable fact: He was born to serve Arthur and protect the future of Camelot.  But in “Arthur’s Bane, Part 2,” the conclusion of a two-part season premiere of MERLIN, the certainty of that knowledge may be in doubt.  Last week, MERLIN saw the biggest season-premiere audience in the series' history on Syfy, with more than 1.6 million people watching the start of MERLIN's fifth and final season. 

As "Arthur's Bane, Part 2" begins on Friday, Jan. 11, at 10 p.m. ET/PT Friday on Syfy, both Merlin and his king have been captured by henchmen working for Morgana – single-minded in her determination to find the mysterious “Diamair.”  Among their captors is Mordred – the Druid first encountered as a boy, now a man whose destiny Merlin knows: Arthur will die at Mordred’s hand.

 

Is Mordred, in fact, Arthur’s bane?  Or could the prophecy be wrong?  Could there be another danger threatening Arthur?

 

As  the episode progresses, Mordred’s allegiances are called into question, and his magical (and secret) nature stands in strong parallel to Merlin’s own life.  This comparison between Merlin’s magical nature and Mordred’s resonate throughout the episode – and this final season of MERLIN.

 

“Because of the significance of what having magic means, the gravitas of that, it makes sense Merlin has never said anything to Arthur,” said Bradley James, who plays King Arthur.  “I don’t think it’s ever been about Merlin lying to Arthur – I think it’s been about the safety of Merlin, not to mention the safety of the kingdom.”

 

But now, years after Arthur helped spare his life under the rule of Arthur’s father, the former King Uther, Mordred has returned … and with him comes the uncertainty of whether he can be trusted.

 

“Alexander Vlahos is just extraordinary,” says Colin Morgan, who plays the title role of Merlin. “He’s come into the series very late in the game, but brought with him a completely realized character.  Alex really understands who Mordred is – and its exciting to see what he does with the character all throughout this final season.”

 

MERLIN fans will be able to discover for themselves just what “Arthur’s Bane” refers to when this all-new episode debuts Friday, Jan. 11, at 10 p.m. ET/PT, only on Syfy.

 

All four previous seasons of MERLIN are available on DVD, on iTunes and on Netflix. Be sure to follow the latest news on MERLIN at the Official Merlin page on Facebook.

 

The following clip is posted with permission. Please do not copy or re-post without written permission from Shine, Ltd and FremantleMedia Enterprises.

 

 

New Clip from Premiere Episode of Merlin's Fifth Season

On January 4, 2013, Merlin returns for its fifth and final season on Syfy with the first of a two-parter called "Arthur's Bane, part 1." Because Suite101.com doesn't have a way to publish video on its site, I'm parking the clip I got from Shine Ltd and FremantleMedia Enterprises here so readers can see it.

Once again, this is the property of Shine Ltd and FreemantleMedia Enterprises, used with permission here. Please do not copy or exploit.

Clips from Animated Movie Superman vs. The Elite

On Tuesday, June 12, 2012, Warner Premiere, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros.
Animation are releasing the next in their series of original animated movies in the DC Universe: Superman vs. The Elite. The following are clips from the movie in anticipation of tomorrow's release on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and DVD, On Demand and for Download.

These are copyrighted to Warner Home Video and presented with permission.

Coldcast:

Menagerie:

The Hat:

Once again, these clips are copyrighted to Warner Home Video and used with permission. My article on Superman vs. The Elite and Pauley Perrette's part in it will follow shortly in Suite101.com.

Pauley Perrette Interview Clips Re Voicing Lois Lane

On Tuesday, June 12, 2012, Warner Premiere, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros.
Animation are releasing the next in their series of original animated movies in the DC Universe: Superman vs. The Elite. The following are clips of an interview done with Pauley Perrette when she voiced Lois Lane. These are copyrighted to Warner Home Video and presented with permission.

The first clip talks about advice she was given about preparing to play Lois Lane.

The next clip concerns similarities Pauley sees between herself and Lois Lane:

She also reflects on similiarities beteween Lois Lane and her NCIS character Abby Sciuto:

Once again, these clips are copyrighted to Warner Home Video and used with permission. My article on Superman vs. The Elite and Pauley Perrette's part in it will follow shortly in Suite101.com.

Dragons Are the Subject of Video Clips from Merlin's 4th episode of Season 4

In “Aithusa,” there be dragons here as Merlin races to save the last dragon egg.

First Video clip from FremantleMedia, presented here with permission is called "Dragon Egg":



The second clip from FremantleMedia, presented here with permission is called "Finding the Egg":




The third clip from FremantleMedia, presented here with permission is called "Warning."




Watch Merlin on Syfy at 10pm ET/PT

Green Lantern: Emerald Knights Animated DVD Released Today

Warners Home Video released today its 11th Animated movie from the DC Universe on DVD, Blu-Ray, On Demand and for download, called Green Lantern: Emerald Knights. My second article on the subject can be found here.

Because I don't have the capability to upload video onto Suite 101, here is the latest clip released today. Once again, the copyright is held by Warners Home Video, and used with permission, so treat accordingly. It's called Hal Attacks.

Another Clip Released from the DVD of "Green Lantern: Emerald Knights"

In anticipation of the June 7, 2011 release of GLEK on DVD, Blu-Ray, On-Demand, and Download, Warners Home Video has released another clip from the animated movie. Once again, this is copyrighted by Warner Bros Animation and DC Comics and is used here with permission for your viewing pleasure.

This clip describes the history of the formation of the GL rings.

Green Lantern: Emerald Knights DVD Release

On June 7, 2011, Warners Animation and Warners Home Video will release the Blu-Ray and DVD of Green Lantern: Emerald Knights -- the latest in their ongoing series of original animated movies in the DC Universe. This one stars the voices of Nathan Fillion, currently on the hit TV series Castle, and Elizabeth Moss, currently on the hit series Mad Men. This movie explores the origins of the DC Universe's interglactic police force, the Green Lantern Corps, through six interlocking tales.

To this end, they have released some clips to whet the appetite of fans. One features Elizabeth Moss as new recruit Arisia arriving at headquarters:




The second clip features Elizabeth Moss as Arisia talking to Nathan Fillion's Hal Jordan:




Clips are copyrighted to Warners Home Video and DC Comics and are used here with permission. Please treat accordingly.

Review and articles about this DVD can be found here at Suite101.com

Clips released for "Merlin" episode 312 called "The Coming of Arthur, part 1"

Tomorrow night, April 1, 2011 is the first part of the season finale, called "The Coming of Arthur, part 1" and Fremantle Media has released two clips for the episode (displayed here with permission through Gary Miereanu on behalf of Fremantle Media.

The first one features Arthur and Merlin being ambushed:






The second clip features Arthur procuring the Cup of Life:




Once again this is copyrighted material, used with permission. Treat accordingly.

Accompanying preview article will be up on Suite101.com shortly.

Clips released for "Merlin" episode 311 called "The Sorcerer's Shadow"

The following clips (displayed here with permission) were released by Gary Miereanu on behalf of Fremantle Media for episode 311, "The Sorcerer's Shadow" which will air on Syfy on March 25, 2011.

The first clip features Gilli (Harry Melling of the Harry Potter films) defending Merlin.




The second one shows King Uther and Prince Arthur gearing up to enter the jousting competition as competitors.




Once again this is copyrighted material, please treat accordingly.

Syfy releases clips for "Merlin" - episode 310 "Queen of Hearts"

Prince Arthur Pendragon must choose between love and the future throne of Camelot in tonight's episode of Merlin on Syfy at 10 pm EST.

Here are two clips from the episode: Uther confronts Arthur:




And Uther confronts Gwen:




Copyright of this material goes to Syfy and Fremantle Media and is used here with permission.

Syfy Releases Clip for Merlin's episode 309 - Love in the Time of Dragons

Here's a new clip from MERLIN for the Friday, March 11 episode entitled "Love in the Time of Dragons." The clip features Richard Wilson (Gaius) and Academy Award nominee Pauline Collins (Alice), as well as the dreaded Manticore.

Please remember the copyright belongs to Syfy and Fremantle Media and treat accordingly.





Here is a second clip that features Prince Arthur (Bradley James) taking out his frustrations on his long-suffering manservant and friend, Merlin (Colin Morgan) during his daily training session.

Merlin Releases New Clips for Episode 308: "The Eye of the Phoenix"

Fremantle Media has released 3 clips for the upcoming episode on Syfy on March 4, 2010 called "The Eye of the Phoenix".

The first clip is of Arthur accepting the quest to bring back the Golden Trident of the Fisher King:




The second clip is of Merlin engaging Gwaine to help him fulfill his destiny to help Arthur:





The third clip is Grettir assuring Gwaine and Merlin that it's okay to step over the bridge to fulfill their destiny:



Once again, these clips are copyrighted to Fremantle Media and Syfy, so treat accordingly.

Enjoy!

Special Clips

The purpose of this blog is as an adjunct to my writing on sites that are incapable of taking clips. This way I have something to refer to.