Usually Star Trek: Enterprise is cited as the moment when Trek “lost it.” I think it was a little earlier, with Star Trek: Voyager. Which is painful to say; I grew up watching Voyager almost as much as the previous two. I clearly remember going and buying VHS tapes (each containing two whole episodes!) which…
Category: Television
Review: Star Trek – Deep Space Nine
The world-building continues from The Next Generation‘s template. But Deep Space Nine changes the beat and the rhythm before its done. With the liberation of the planet Bajor from Cardassian occupation, The Federation establish an outpost nearby. But before they even settle in on the old Cardassian station, a wormhole is discovered. Not only does…
Review: Star Trek – The Next Generation
The gold standard for Star Trek. Immutable and forever. First airing on television in 1987 and running for seven full seasons, Star Trek: The Next Generation is the powerhouse sequel the likes of which many movie franchises enjoy. Set 100 years after the Original Series featuring Captain Kirk and Spock, this series followed a new…