The First Star Trek Movie Bringing the Franchise to the Big Screen, 1969-1980
The First Star Trek Movie Bringing the Franchise to the Big Screen, 1969-1980 by Sherilyn Connelly is an illustrated edition published by McFarland on October 23, 2019. This book explores the history of Star Trek’s revival from the cancellation of the original series in 1969 to the release of Star Trek—The Motion Picture in 1979. Connelly draws on a wealth of contemporary news articles and primary sources to present a factual account of the franchise’s first successful revival, countering the myths that have developed over time.
Readers will find a detailed narrative that covers the various attempts to relaunch the Star Trek franchise, culminating in the film’s release amid significant promotion and public anticipation. The book delves into the controversies surrounding the film’s production and its record-breaking box-office performance, while also addressing the mixed reception it received from critics and audiences alike. With a focus on the performing arts and the intersection of film and television, this edition provides insights into the science fiction genre and the cultural impact of Star Trek during this pivotal period.
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The story of Star Trek‘s resurrection between the 1969 cancellation of the original series and the 1979 release of Robert Wise’s Star Trek–The Motion Picture, has become legend and like so many other legends, it tends to get printed instead of the facts. Drawing on hundreds of contemporary news articles and primary sources not seen in decades, this book tells the true story of the first successful Star Trek revival.
After several attempts to relaunch the franchise, ST–TMP was released on a wave of prestige promotion, hype, and public frenzy unheard of for a film based on a television show. Controversy surrounded its troubled production and $44M budget, earning it a reputation at the time as the most expensive movie ever made. After a black-tie premiere in Washington, D.C., its opening in 856 North American theaters broke multiple box-office records–a harbinger of the modern blockbuster era. Despite immediate financial success, the film was panned by both critics and the public, leaving this enterprise nowhere to boldly go but down.
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