Debating STAR TREK’S Most DIVISIVE Movie | The Motion Picture, Pt. 1
Summary
Mary Trump and Bob Seska review the first half of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, criticizing its bloated runtime and self-indulgent pacing while praising the Enterprise’s design. They analyze plot elements like the transporter deaths and Spock’s return, noting the film’s reliance on original series episodes. The hosts also discuss Stephen Collins’ misconduct and share trivia about the movie’s production and canon implications.
Topics discussed
Plot summary of Star Trek: The Motion Picture
Hosts' initial reactions and pacing critique
Discussion on special effects and self-indulgence
Transporter accident and character dynamics
Connections to TOS episodes and Phase II
Chemistry issues and Stephen Collins controversy
B-observations: Trivia, lore, and production facts
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