"Sanctuary" is a science fiction show about a high-tech safe house and laboratory, called the Sanctuary, operated by Dr. Helen Magnus, played by Amanda Tapping.
The Sanctuary, located under an old castle, is designed specifically to house creatures and mutated humans, called abnormals, and either keep them safe from the outside world or, in the case of the more dangerous abnormals, keep the outside world safe from them.
Magnus is not only a brilliant scientist; she is also an abnormal with the gift of a long life. Some other memorable abnormals have been the "folders," humans who could change their bone structure to fit through tight spaces, and the Sanctuary's technical specialist, Henry Foss, played by Ryan Robbins, who is a werewolf.
"Sanctuary" is a very interesting and ecologically friendly show in that much of it is filmed in front of a green screen. This means the show does not use wood or any other materials to make most of its sets. In fact, "Sanctuary" was a 2009 Primetime Emmy nominee for Outstanding Special Visual Effects.
After 10 years on the science-fiction show "Stargate SG-1," Tapping's new role is a departure from her previous role. She's gone from blonde to brunette and utilizes a British accent.
"Sanctuary" is entertaining and sometimes informative, but is a little dark and creepy at some points. I would not recommend the show for younger children.
"Sanctuary" returns for its second season 10 p.m. Friday on SyFy.
-- Reviewed by SCOTT MOKRIS, Home-schooled
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