Avalon LOST: A Star Trek Fan Production

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[@danielramirez1529]

Wow this kind of hit home for me personally. Reminded me of my old boss who took his life and I ended up taking over to keep things running. He was a good person to me and taught me everything I know in the industry that I’m in.

[@tydunivan]

Daniel Ramirez I’m so sorry for your loss. I admire your courage to speak of it here. Thank you for your words. This is just a film, meant to entertain. I don’t speak on others’ behalf, but I believe that all the cast and crew would wish peace and healing for you and all affected by your boss’s passing.

[@DanielHiggins-oh3xw]

I feel the same way. I lost my dad a few years ago, and now I feel like I have to take on the responsibilities he did, even though I'm still only 13 years old.

[@danielramirez1529]

@@DanielHiggins-oh3xw thank you for sharing. I am humbled by your admission regarding your late father. I’m so sorry that you have had to endure such a thing that you shouldn’t experience at your young age. You’re stronger than you know and if you ever wonder, just know that things are going to get better eventually if not already. Don’t listen to voices inside or out that tell you are lacking. You will persevere and be victorious. Also, Psalm 121: I look up to the mountains; does my strength come from mountains? No, my strength comes from GOD, who made heaven, and earth, and mountains.

[@wright534]

Short, but very much in the original spirit of Trek: humanism, duty, sacrifice. Very well done.

[@joesignoretti9039]

Well done kids! I'm old enough to have watch the original series when it first aired. I haven't missed anything Star Trek since. I say again, well done.

[@victorvance2573]

That´s actually a high praise!

[@JB-pk3bz]

(As the video ends on the main viewer in the gallery, the Commandant of Star Fleet Academy stands up and glares at the assembled members of the freshman class ... all which have lumps in their throats.) "Cadets! This is exactly why captains are not allowed on away missions!"

[@soul0360]

Exactly right! Well at least, he didn't take most of the bridge crew with him. Like some captains do.

[@DOCTORFREEDOM]

Well done! When a short film with characters I hardly even know can bring a tear to my eye, that is great storytelling!

[@paulscott2037]

What I love about this is how you've blended together the look of the Kelvin films, Discovery and TOS. Like this feels like how things should look in TOS after Disco. Very cool. Well done.

[@AngelCatBaby]

I was looking for more Star Trek fan based work....I'm glad I had found this....I love the story-line, it kept my attention.....thank you for doing this....excellent work....Thank you...to all of those who made this possible.....HIGH 5 i hope there will be more ahead in the future....

[@avalonuniverse6327]

Karlisa Lampe Thank you for your kind words, there will be more to come!

[@AngelCatBaby]

@@avalonuniverse6327 I will be waiting and I hope to find it again....thank you....I've been a big fan of Star Trek ever since its 1st airing....and always has been my fav over others...thank you for doing this and in keeping with the Star Trek legacy.....I'd love to write an episode....LOL I just wish I could become a part of something I feel is good to watch than all the junk I've seen on TV..... HIGH 5

[@palerider7171]

Wow this is how Trek should be! Great job! Looking forward to future episodes!

[@jpasby779]

this looks like it would be a type of Phase 2 Star Trek. I like it. Thanks to every one involved in making it.

[@jesparon]

I was glued to my seat, Fantastic.

[@SatoshiMatrix1]

Hats off to your set designer. These sets are _excellent_. Forget fan film, these sets are every bit as good looking as the big budget Trek film sets.

[@vatrenikrug]

true, the story is important... this is star trek , and the efect and grafic is fine, i dont care so much for perfection on grafic its good ...because the storytelling is the most important

[@bobshultz7373]

Was looking forward to Mason on future shows. He was amazing!! All of the actors are outstanding. Thanks and looking forward!

[@tydunivan]

Mason will return in the next film “Cosmic Stream”. It should release in about a week. You can see the teaser trailer now on the Avalon Universe channel.

[@gdavisohio]

Another home run, Avalon!!.. WOW.. you are becoming the standard to live up to now in ST Fan Films!.. Powerful stuff.. excellent writing and performances! KUDOS to all involved!

[@gdavisohio]

@Josh Irwin .. High praise! Thanks!

[@666pinkster]

Outstanding and classic trek, cbs should include all of this stuff in the entire storyline and encourage these amazing indie productions that add so much to the total trek multiverse. Gene Roddenbury would approve. Well done.

[@smacks999]

Wow! That was great. I loved the lack of green screen environments. The lighting for the interview was stark and meaningful. Kudos. Hoping for more!

[@avalonuniverse6327]

We're a little old school. We love what Samuel Cockings brings to the table with cg visual effects but we have a deep fondness for practical sets and effects as well.

[@jv-lk7bc]

@@avalonuniverse6327 nice use of a truss to set the mood ;)

[@lumen8r]

I’m just going to admit it. This stuff is so good. I’ll keep watching these as long as they’re made. 🖖🏼

[@cedrictaylor08]

I like what I see Avalon keep it up we need you

[@darthvadersaber1]

OUTSTANDINGLY DONE, well acted and well written 10 of of 10

[@marymann2188]

Great characters, good acting. I especially like Tyler Dunivan as Captain Mason

[@johncanfield1177]

Probably hands down the best fan film I've ever watched. It was so moving because the situation was so unexplained. So much of Star Trek THEM has to be completely fleshed out. It was a good nod to the Kobayashi Maru scenario. And in the end, the Federation still must run on. Well done, well done.

[@normandedgerly8445]

This is definitely good. If you want more that's really good - (and you haven't heard of it yet) - check out Star Trek Continues here on KZbin

[@chrisbell1793]

This was very good. I am hoping that Capt Mason pulls a Capt Kirk somehow and survives! Kudos to Avalon on their fan productions.

[@jv-lk7bc]

there was just enough time for someone in control of those portal thinguses to open one up and pull him out before the breach.. just sayin' :)

[@Br1cht]

Imagine if Alex Klutzman hired this team instead of what he has now.. Well done, Team Avalon!

[@ZombieGoBoomTV]

I had a blast working with your team! Can't wait to do it again! :)

[@torchicmastertrainerelliot2621]

ZOMBIE GO BOOM HYPE

[@michaelhansen2818]

No space Zombies, I was looking forward watching to take down a hoard with a phaser

[@boneheadgs350]

@@michaelhansen2818 that's what I was expecting too, lol. Still good fan film tho

[@ZombieGoBoomTV]

@Josh Irwin You rock, Josh!

[@leemcgann6470]

ZGB Studios THAT WAS AWESOME! I loved it Chuck!

[@bourbon75uk]

Nooooooo!!!! Not Mason 😭 I liked how his character was developing. He went heroically as all good captains should. Well done. Love your universe.

[@searcherT]

Nicely done. I am 52 and have lost my fare share of loved ones'. The emotion was palpable, thats hard to do with such little time for character development.

[@markgottesman8249]

Impressive! I can't find anything negative about this in any way. I would actually like to see this story line continue with these actors.

[@tywilliamnash5078]

I've never heard of this series before, and it's my first time viewing it.......It's making me cry.....

[@Raggedymannn]

Can't but will wait for you next flick, this one is great, thank you

[@XV250]

I have to say it: this 15-min short is better than any episode we've seen yet from Star Trek Discovery.

[@flechadinossauro9248]

This is awesome ! Good writing, great acting and respects Star Trek legacy. Good work !

[@wally4395]

EXCELLENT -everything Thank you

[@mastersamuel1708]

I just recently found your series and I'm loving it! This is real Trek and you all make a fantastic product.

[@archangel0829]

Great story. Sorry we had to see Mason go. Looking forward to more stories.

[@chrismayer3919]

I’m glad at least Mason went out on a high note. 🥲

[@BillyButton63]

WOW!! I can't believe Captain Mason Didn't last long. I was just starting to like him. But, great job on this production. Keep up the good work. I can't wait to see what happens next!

[@andytay5507]

I agree. Perhaps he has other obligations.

[@VoxyGon]

Wow, really excellent cast and writing! Wasn't expecting a fan film to be this good. Special FX a little rough, but came in skeptical and leaving impressed!

[@ChrisDaly1966]

Excellent writing excellent Direction excellent short this is what makes Star Trek so great fan made films like this are the heart and soul

[@jameslawhorn6096]

I like this to those who came up with idea thanks to the writers, production, and all involved job well done!!!

[@jaylene1701]

Congratulations to Victoria Fox and Josh Irwin. Good directing and timing. For the most part the performers did their roles quite well without being stiff. In some scenes Amanda's acting seemed a little forced but in other scenes she did really really well. Captain Ramirez reminded me a little of Cas Anvar This little production gives me some hope for Star Trek fan films in spite of CBS.

[@p235]

IM, not an actor, stage person or help let alone a writer or director, but it look like everyone that was involved with this did a hell of a job. keep going down this path and your on.

[@afonseca]

Wow, awesome work! Big fan of the Ramirez character already, looking forward to seeing more from him.

[@Burton1701]

Referring to a Constitution class ship as a “ Connie “ is excellent writing. Didn’t Kirk say something like “ Now I know why a ship is called She “ in the original series? If that was your intention, mission accomplished.

[@avalonuniverse6327]

Eric Burton Thank you! Yes it was!

[@lewisdoherty7621]

"Connie" was and still is used to refer to the Lockheed Constellations - the apogee of piston driven propeller airliners. While they were well designed and performed well, the late 50's brought jet aircraft.

[@thurin84]

@@lewisdoherty7621 she was a shapely vessel as well. fitting reference for a starship.

[@drmayeda1930]

@@thurin84 The name USS constitution has a history, it was the name of an aircraft carrier and a starship.

[@thurin84]

@@drmayeda1930 thank you admiral obvious.

[@thomasdye9869]

WOW!! great acting and wonderfully done. Lot of emotional impact. that was really good. thanks to you all.

[@lewjohns1936]

Well done, very good acting, excellent graphics and set. I had a hard believing that some way to save Mason wouldn't be found... Sacrifice for duty is something we all can understand. Looking forward to more.

[@lisanidog8178]

I get chills when I see the old Federation starships. They’re so beautiful.

[@vincemedlock]

Wow. What an incredible character-driven story, superbly written and presented. Thanks so much, gang.

[@bobstewart420]

Well done. Nice storyline and visual fx. Thanks for keeping the fan films alive.

[@MrTruth-yn7pq]

Appreciate the boldness you showed in killing off a major character. Expecting great things from your group in the future!!

[@jonathanbrown7250]

I’m kind of torn about it. On one hand I sort of agree with you. Bold choice. Respect. But on the other, I really like that character (More accurately, I like the way Beck tortured that character). We get seven years of Neelix But Mason is gone after one episode? There is no God!

[@nadennight]

Well, we never saw his body...

[@Melusi47]

I don’t think they can carry on with the story. CBS is watching

[@Maelum_]

while I am sad at his end,I feel that this is just another step in the evolution of the Avalon universe. After all, this is not just the crew's journey, it's Excalibur's, and for a ship like this, people come and go.

[@jclements4047]

One of the BEST fan productions have have seen! Well done to all.

[@engrpe]

This was intense! I'm ugly crying right now!

[@thefurrybastard1964]

Second of your shorts I've seen and the second one I've enjoyed. You're just proving that Star Trek, *real* Star Trek belongs in the hands of the fans, *not* the corporations.

[@tomd7504]

Thanks! Very well done in many ways. I enjoyed watching these characters. Thanks again!

[@GeorgeKayaian]

Great job to everyone in front and behind the camera! That was most excellent.

[@AngelCatBaby]

I totally agree

[@remaincalm2]

A lovely, sensitive production capturing the humanity of the original series. I'm also bummed that Captain Mason was killed, the actor gave a very natural delivery and would have provided a great character for future episodes. Well done and thank you to everyone involved, you created a very enjoyable, professional and loyal fan film.

[@BurstupTV]

Gaaah! Don't post spoilers like this. I just read this before watching the episode. :(

[@remaincalm2]

LOL! Sorry. Surely you weren't expecting comments about a video to not comment about the content of the video?

[@andytay5507]

@@BurstupTV dude, grow up. Watch the video first.

[@albertlowe9510]

Your short fan film had more heart, depth and truth to what star trek is about than all the discoveries short treks combined. No big huge budget. No inane shoot em up action. Just good writing and heartfelt acting. Just like true trek. Well done my friends!

[@matthewstreets9662]

Excellent and well written story.

[@HerrEllsworth]

Considering the conditions that CBS left you with, this is an impressive effort. Just be careful not to make it TOO good or CBS will impose harsher edicts. ;)

[@StevenKavanagh]

As long as they're not selling anything with branded and trademarked logos on it they're good... Axanar got sued because they kept violating trademark and copyright laws. Nothing more. There was no conspiracy. They had received multiple cease and desists... and ignored them. They reaped what they sewed.

[@theadventuresofbrockinthai4325]

I THINK THIS IS THE BEST STAR TREK SHORT FILM I HAVE SEEN. THE ACTOR'S WERE BELIEVABLE AND THE USE OF LIGHTING AND SETS WERE WELL DONE. WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE, I WILL SUBSCRIBE.

[@willb5571]

this is what is needed in p

[@RichardTLDR]

@@StevenKavanagh maybe but the caps on running times and costumes now are asinine.

[@frakmaster69master11]

Great episode. Just sorry to see Mason go out like that. His character had great potential.

[@tydunivan]

In science fiction, no one is really dead.

[@wetlazer]

Michael J. Fox, always sacrificing for others.

[@silvereagle2061]

He does look like him lol

[@GeppettoProductions]

He faked his death so he could live out the rest of his days as Darth Vader from the planet Vulcan.

[@steve8421]

Excellent Star Trek. Keep them coming.

[@mrmorris01]

Magnificent- the best post CBS fan fiction guidelines (as I call it - the fan ban) production. Shows what can be done in 15 minutes - wish you had more time!

[@drmayeda1930]

Unfortunately, I think this could go on a broadcast network as is. 30 minute shows have about 15 minutes of content.

[@steve8421]

Star Trek at it's finest. Thank you.

[@BirthQuakeRecords]

I clicked on this thinking it was gonna be silly and made on zero budget and not look very impressive, but this was great! I was glued to the screen the whole time.

[@avalonuniverse6327]

Thank you for your Kind words!

[@christopherclarke3022]

Not a bad little effort. Well done.

[@bp1701a]

This was a FANTASTIC episode,, my goodness,,

[@LittlePooky]

Really enjoyed this. Thank you.

[@hectorcasado4898]

You did such a beautiful job. As a Star Trek fan from day one and being able to enjoy it several languages, thank you so much.

[@kellyrayburn4093]

Now that just plumb sucks. Having to take your best friend's command after he is lost? That would screw up anyone. But seeing as he is the only person within 50 light years with command experience aboard a Constitution, he is the logical choice. Even though it stinks out loud. Very good and believable acting. You guys did a great job here. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@avalonuniverse6327]

Thank you Kelly!

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Very impressive! Fan Films will be the real Star Trek from now on!

[@docoluv9]

Great lil story. Everything was great..

[@WilliamHBaird-eq2hp]

This is so good! Love the writing, the overall look, the dialog, and the actors! Killing off loved main charachters grabs your fans and shakes them up! I loved the "Connie" reference too! Great Writing !

[@DavidLShultz]

100% Trek end stop MORE!!!!!!!!

[@alexcarrillo4143]

Thank you Encore, Encore MORE MORE!!!!

[@larrylambert1220]

Love it. Thanks for keeping the ST universe alive.

[@neon920]

Brilliant short film! Brings in those human elements and the adversities of space exploration. Star Trek originators would be proud.

[@CubanWriter]

I felt that this was very well done. Congratulations to everyone who worked on this. :-)

[@TBoneBoomBoom]

Avalon go BOOM!!!

[@charlesameyer1]

This is very good. It’s to your credit that I was able to connect with the characters in such a short film.

[@Cathrac]

Holy cow! That was tense! You could think the actor is dead!

[@nleavenworth3064]

As always, your video was impressive. Superb acting, visual effects stunning. Your love for everything Star Trek shows with all that Avalon puts out . Your version of the constitution class is the best I've seen. I'll watch all of your videos

[@iamJahwill]

Very enjoyable. I watched the newer fan film you just uploaded, loved it, so when i saw this one appear on my recommended list right after I subscribed, I had to watch it. Thanks, and I would like some more , please, Wish I had seen them all in order, as I now see there are others, oh well, still sure I will like them.

[@allencolvin5231]

I can’t believe this video. It is some of the best Star Trek fan film work that I’ve ever had the experience and the opportunity to sit through. I can’t believe I missed this particular one 4 years ago. This sort of help me to get through a really difficult time. It is awesome. I got through without it just fine, but this would’ve really helped a lot. Now as I go through yet another fun time in my life, another chapter, it took my mind off of the things that we are currently experiencing. It is necessary, sometimes to just sit and relax and be entertained. Wow, what an awesome awesome awesome film. I hope you guys continue to have the money to make more of these.

[@JosephWiess]

(Takes a deep breath.) This would make for a truly excellent Star Trek series. A Captain having to take command of a starship that's just lost her captain. A conflicted man who must come to grips with a tragic past, as well as having to forge a new crew, while also having to deal with the Klingons and Romulans. How is it that professionals write crap like Discovery and fans write heart tuggers like Avalon Lost? If Hollywood ever learnt to write like this, there would be no stopping them. But they are stuck on the original series, and rebooting it to infinity and beyond.

[@duanegeorge5754]

WELL DONE!!!!!! BETWEEN STAR TREK CONTINUES AND STAR TREK FAN FAVORITES, WHAT THE HELL DO WE NEED THESE UPDATED CBS STAR TREK SHOWS AND MOVIES FOR???? NONE OF THEM ARE GOOD AT ALL, IN MY OPINION. SO, KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK, YOU GOT MY VOTE AS WELL AS MANY OTHERS WHO GREW UP IN THE 60S WATCHING ( TOS ) , INSTEAD OF THE ( CRAP ) THEY PUT ON TV. THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!!!! 😀😀😀😀😀

[@andytay5507]

Very well done. Emotive acting - Top Notch!

[@bazzarr]

I think it's wonderful that you were able to get Michael J. Fox for this.

[@crazygalvatron7225]

Wow, just wow...y'all are doing great and i definitely look forward to the next entry in this universe

[@massmike11]

Its so nice to see a fanfic with good acting and without absolutely horrid blue screen effects. Oh and decent writing to boot.

[@RodimusPrime]

This just grips your soul and especially since Mason was an enjoyable captain. You can feel these characters pain, its rare film can take over your emotions

[@avalonuniverse6327]

Thank you for your kind words! Be sure to check out this film: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZOoZJV-j8hgopYsi=zZZMoT9TxqJHI_0E

[@dougc190]

the Excalibur looks great.. I like the torpedo launchers you stuck on her neck...l think this from another fan-made film way back in the 80s called Yorktown I'm sure you know that already... Damn it I was looking forward to seeing Captain Mason's adventures. 😣😢

[@SGUDistantHope]

Thank you! We are evolving the Connie in its own direction, but yes the Yorktown as used in...Yorktown has similar evolution. I am also the primary VFX artist for Yorktown as i have been for the Avalon films and you will see Yorktown soon!

[@dougc190]

Your Yorktown looks very nice... I've only seen the Yorktown as a sketch. I just went and looked for pictures of it that's the first time I've seen it rendered. I'm glad both Yorktown and Excalibur look different, have to try a different tech on different ships not everything can be the same

[@AngelCatBaby]

Maybe they can bring him back....:)))

[@drmayeda1930]

@@dougc190 Only if they're a different type of ship. The constitution class ships should have a similar appearance. Major changes would be done during refits.

[@TheKulu42]

Now that development was unexpected! It'll be interesting to see what happens next.

[@Ronclown]

Excellently done. Good acting as well. Would like to see part 2 of this production.

[@gonzo26nix]

excellent production! fantastic writing.. acting.. directing.. just superb all around work from everyone involved. it was a great story with the actors bringing it life.. really, truly, amazing work.

[@avalonuniverse6327]

Thank you Sean!

[@MaddMaverick5k]

I love this so much. True Trek in its finest form!

[@lantastic1]

The dialogue is excellent. Very believable and connectable to the characters. For a fan film, very well done. It’s always about character and story. Good job.

[@markbishop9743]

Very well done indeed. You all should be very proud

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

It's a great show that can effect one's emotions. Well done!

[@briankesterson4365]

A very nice job! The story was great and I totally enjoyed everything about this fan based offering! Congratulations!

[@datmeme8967]

Mason didn't blow up, the shuttle craft just reached 88 mph.

[@avalonuniverse6327]

He did end up 4 years in the future on the same shuttle haha!

[@asatruteacher]

Wow! Good storyline, uniforms that fit, and descent to above average acting. Great job guys! Loved this one.

[@hespudo]

This is what paramount should be doing! This is what star trek is about! I hope you keep up the excellent job you're doing!