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Win a copy of Caprica Season 1.0!

By Patrick Luce Oct 5, 2010, 17:34 GMT

The "Battlestar Galactica" phenomenon continues with this undeniably compelling look at where the real conflict between humans and the Cylons began... in a vibrant world remarkably like our own: "Caprica". Fifty-eight years before "Battlestar" takes off, two powerful families - the Graystones and the Adamas - find their destinies irrevocably intertwined after a devastating explosion. As both houses struggle with the line where humanity ends and artificial intelligence - the ...more

Part sweeping soap, part mediation on the dangerous moral ramifications of artificial intelligence, the Battlestar Galactica phenomenon continues with the DVD release of Caprica Season 1.0 and M&C’s giving away three copies along with a copy of “Beyond Caprica: A Visitor’s Pocket Guide to the Twelve Colonies.”

The series is described as a compelling look at where the real conflict between humans and the Cylons began . . . in a vibrant world remarkably like our own, “Caprica.”  

From executive producers Ronald D. Moore and David Eick, “Caprica” Season 1.0 stars Golden Globe-nominee Eric Stoltz (Pulp Fiction), Esai Morales (“NYPD Blue”), Paula Malcomson (“Deadwood”), Alessandra Toressani (“Happy Campers”), Magda Apanowicz (“Kyle XY”), Sasha Roiz (“In Plain Sight”), Brian Markinson (“The L Word”) and Polly Walker (Clash of the Titans).
 
Taking place fifty-eight years before Battlestar Galactica begins, “Caprica” Season 1.0 focuses on two powerful families – the Graystones and the Adamas – who find their destinies irrevocably intertwined after a devastating explosion.  As the two houses struggle with the line where humanity ends and artificial intelligence – the Cylon race – begins, they will face off on a battlefield of corporate conspiracy, murder, sexual politics and family betrayal.  

Special Features include:

SEASON 1.5 SNEAK PEEK: An all-new sneak peek at upcoming episodes featuring Ronald D. Moore and the Caprica cast. 
13 VIDEO BLOGS: A look behind-the-scenes and from the set of “Caprica.”
PODCASTS with co-creator/executive producer, Ronald D. Moore, executive producer David Eick, co-executive producer Jonas Pate and the “Caprica” cast and crew.
FEATURE COMMENTARIES with co-creator/executive producer Ronald D. Moore, executive producers Jane Espenson and David Eick along with director Jeffrey Reiner.
UNRATED & EXTENDED PILOT EPISODE: with commentary from director Jeffrey Reiner, executive producer/writer Ronald D. Moore and executive producer David Eick.
BEHIND-THE-SCENES:
THE CAPRICA DYNASTY: Viewers will learn how “Caprica” came about and discover from the cast exactly what it was that appealed to them about the project and their experiences making it.
THE LOOK OF CAPRICA: With its unique take on futuristic style, “Caprica” redefines the Sci-Fi genre with a mix of film noir and classic 1940s fashion.  Fans will discover the influences for this distinctive look and learn how it was achieved.
CREATING A WORLD: Visual Effects supervisor, Gary Hutzel and his team lift the lid on the virtual sets, CGI Cylons and matte backgrounds that makes up the futuristic world of “Caprica.”
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“Beyond Caprica: A Visitor’s Pocket Guide to the Twelve Colonies” is chock-full of useful information about the cities, terrains, and climate of each colony. Travel writer Bob Harris took the time to visit each and every destination to provide you with the absolute most up-to-date information available on the colonies.

This visitor’s guide provides the essentials on: Geography, Major Cities, Dining, Temples, Embassies, Festivals, Etiquette, Cultural Notes, Transportation, and much, much more!
 
To enter, contestants need to provide a name and e-mail address. Upon notification of winning, contestants will have five days to reply with the name and address of where their prize should be sent.

Sorry, but this competition is open to residents of the USA only.

CLICK HERE to enter to win a copy of Caprica Season 1.0 and “Beyond Caprica: A Visitor’s Pocket Guide to the Twelve Colonies.”