Cast
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Stanley Adams
as (archive footage)
Mark A. Altman
as Self
Richard Arnold
as Self
John D.F. Black
as Self
Mary Black
as Self
Charlie Brill
as Self
Bobby Clark
as Self
Joan Collins
as Self (archive footage)
Manny Coto
as Self
Dan Curry
as Self
Marc Cushman
as Self
Joseph D'Agosta
as Self
Elinor Donahue
as Self
Christopher Doohan
as Self
James Doohan
as (archive footage)
Crew
Director
- Roger Lay, Jr.
Writer
- Roger Lay, Jr.
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Star Trek: Inside the Roddenberry Vault explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Roger Lay, Jr. brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2016, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Star Trek: Inside the Roddenberry Vault took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 5, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 31m