Tag Archives: Gene Roddenberry

E.V.A.: Star Trek Exploring New Worlds at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan

I grew up watching re-runs of Star Trek on WPIX in New York City. Vacant lots and abandoned buildings were my alien planets where the members of my landing parties met their questionable fates. Even as an adult, Star Trek … Continue reading

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Vids: Star Trek: The Motion Picture is Returning to Theaters for a 40th Anniversary Event this Fall from Fathom Events

In 1979, the Starship Enterprise flew its very first big-screen mission in “Star Trek—The Motion Picture,” and to mark the film’s 40th anniversary, Fathom Events and Paramount Pictures will bring this awe-inspiring adventure back to movie theaters for two days … Continue reading

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Transmissions: Review of Season 1 of Star Trek: Discovery

I had been a bit apprehensive about watching the latest incarnation of Star Trek, Star Trek: Discovery; a new Trek is a prequel set 10 years before Kirk commanded the Enterprise. Two of the things that made me question the … Continue reading

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Hard Copy: Star Trek: Wavepoint In Stores This Week from IDW

Traversing the rich Star Trek universe, the debut collection of Waypoint stories feature captivating standalone tales drawing from five decades’ worth of history. These thought-provoking stories range from “fill-in-the-gap” tales that weave into previous events as well as pushing the … Continue reading

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Transmissions: Star Trek: Discovery Review

I need to preface this review by I saying that I do not deal well with change. Change however, isn’t the issue. Know that I am a Star Trek fan. According to my father I have been watching Star Trek … Continue reading

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Hard Copy: Star Trek 50 Artists 50 Years From Titan Books

Star Trek is going to turn 51 this year. Though the original series only lasted 3 seasons it didn’t die or fade away; it was syndication that was its life support. Those original 79 episodes were rerun all over the … Continue reading

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Equipment: Hallmark 50th Anniversary U.S.S. Enterprise Keepsake Ornament

50 years is a long time. It is a long time to be married, a long time to be alive but if you are a television show, 50 years is an unprecedented long time to stay popular. The television show … Continue reading

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Vids: First Star Trek Beyond Trailer Released

The last few months have been all about Star Wars but we can‘t forget that other franchise with “Star” in its name, Star Trek. It was announced that the first trailer for Star Trek: Beyond would be released with The … Continue reading

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Breaking News: Actor, Director Leonard Nimoy Passes Away at 83

It is always said to sad to have to report when someone passes. This morning actor, director, photographer and icon to millions, Leonard Nimoy passed away following a brief hospital stay finally succumbing to the effects of COPD.  His career … Continue reading

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Transmissions: Trek Nation

Trek Nation is the newest documentary about Star Trek and Gene Roddenberry. Hosted by Gene’s son Eugene “Rod” Roddenberry Trek Nation is a son’s journey for his father through the eyes of friends, fans and family. Even though Rod grew … Continue reading

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