News
Get Myles!
Torchwood magazine visits the Children of Earth set for a sensational interview with Eve Myles, who tells us what lies ahead for Gwen Cooper (see below). Plus, our 'From Out of the Vaults' feature continues as Torchwood's cinematic influences come under scrutiny, and we revisit series one's Ghost Machine via an interview with Gareth Thomas (Ed Morgan) and a detailed episode guide.
The Hub
Get the latest on Children of Earth in our dedicated news section, including a filming update from producer Peter Bennett and all the casting latest, including news of an on-screen appearance from one of Doctor Who’s most familiar voices. Plus, Chris Moyles investigates the Hub, a chance to win Torchwood and John Barrowman CDs, and just what is the 456?
Issue Spotlight
Torchwood Fiction
Meet Mr Glee in part one of a brand new thriller by David Llewellyn, The Book of Jahi, featuring sumptuous illustrations by Mike Dowling. Also in this issue, the Rift War saga continues with out of this world comic strip adventure from Ian Edginton and D’Israeli. Click here to check out the latest image gallery on our Facebook Page.
Features
Gwen Appeal!
Clad in leather and saving the world in style, Gwen Cooper is the 21st century’s Emma Peel, but Eve Myles tells Torchwood magazine she prefers beagles to bowler hats! We get her unique take on the forthcoming Children of Earth from the Cardiff set: ‘You’re going to see Jack, Ianto, Gwen and Rhys all proving why they deserve the title of heroes. They’re all big heroes in this new series, and there are some wonderful moments where you find out more about their backgrounds and their lives outside Torchwood. It’s very touching and very moving. And there’s nakedness! That’s all I’m saying!’
From out of the vaults
So, what do Brief Encounter, Godzilla and Pinocchio have in common? The answer, of course, is that Torchwood has given a nod to all three movies over its first two trailblazing series. In issue #10 we looked at some of the TV shows that have provided inspiration for Torchwood writers and directors – now we examine some of the show’s filmic forerunners. If you think there’s anything we’ve left out, please let us know! Email torchwoodmagazine@titanemail.com or post your opinion on the discussion board on our Facebook Page.
Blake’s Progress
We talk to Gareth Thomas about his guest role as Ed Morgan in the first series of Torchwood. The Blake’s 7 star never stops learning about his craft, and his appearance in Ghost Machine was an education for his fans, too: ‘I’m not a particular fan of sci-fi at all. If it’s a good script, it doesn’t matter if it’s in space or underwater. Blake’s 7 and Torchwood are both science fiction, but there’s no connection between the two at all. Blake’s 7 was kind of like farce, only in the sense that it’s real people in very unreal situations. But Torchwood, to a large extent, is real people in real situations.’
HUB EXTRA:
LIZ MAY BRICE
Find out about the actress who will be playing the mysterious Johnson in Children Of Earth in our first series three interview!
LIFE OF BRIAN
A brilliant brand new column by Children Of Earth script editor, Brian Minchin.
TORCHWOOD VERSION 2.1
Former Torchwood producer Richard Stokes explains the delicate editing process behind series two’s pre-watershed editions.
EPISODE GUIDE:
GHOST MACHINE
Owen’s in the spotlight as an alien device sheds new light on an old man’s crimes.
PULL-OUT POSTERS
Another gorgeous batch of text-free cover art for your wall!
