Mr Spock is without a doubt one of the most popular characters in the Star Trek universe. What very few people knew: Leonard Nimoythe actor behind the role of Spock, held one of the Star Trek movies I thought it was abysmally bad in advance and strictly refused to take part.
It's clear that a mammoth series like Star Trek sometimes hits a real low point. The first movie from the Star Trek franchise (“Star Trek – The Movie”) didn't necessarily bring the hoped-for success.
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However, the second part of the Film series“Star Trek – The Wrath of Kahn” really cash in on it. Leonard Nimoy took part in both parts and therefore knew the ups and downs in the Star Trek universe very well.
For both Movies Star Trek 3 and Star Trek 5 The late Nimoy even took over the direction. However, the actor refused to take part in any other Star Trek project. But which film exactly was Nimoy's thorn in the side?
Mr. Spock simply didn't want to meet Captain Jean-Luc Picard
As part of the planning for the film “Star Trek – Meeting of the Generations” wanted Paramount In addition to William Shatner for the role of Captain Kirk, Leonard Nimoy also came on board as Spock.
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Nimoy was also asked whether he would also like to direct the cross-generational film. But Leonard Nimoy refused in both cases and completely refused to collaborate on this film. But why didn't Mr. Spock like this film concept?
Leonard Nimoy didn't like the script for the film
The actor Nimoy recognized many problems with the planned film already on the script. So it seemed as if the film only served to please the fans of the Star Trek franchises to attract people to the cinemas.
Regarding the role of Mr. Spock, Leonard Nimoy said that the character Spock, who would only speak a few lines in this film, would also do so embodied by someone else without any problems could become.
Nimoy therefore demands rewrite the script, which he was denied. So the actor ultimately declined to take part in the meeting of the generations and the Star Trek captains' meeting had to do without him.
And Spock was right, thanks to logic. To this day, “Star Trek – Meeting of the Generations” is considered the worst movie from the Enterprise universe.
Did this film continue the tradition that all Star Trek films with odd numbers are a flop? Apparently yes! You can now find the best deals and expert advice on games, films, entertainment and more in the brand new one PCG Guide. All information about our new portal you can find it here!
Source: Kino.de