Star Trek Future

Star Trek continues to be a cultural phenomenon because of the timeliness of the philosophies it strives to incorporate in its narratives. Furthermore, the series and its creator, Gene Roddenberry, advocate the core natures of humanity: its innate goodness, the beauty in its diversity, and its curiosity. These advocacies continue to enlighten a new generation of viewers and engender principles of embracing difference and transcending the present to achieve

However, even if we don’t look into the future, Star Wars can tell us volumes about how technology can affect our society, especially as it pertains to war.

Both television shows feature limited and somewhat problematic representation of women. This further extends to the treatment of women by show runners and the male characters present (actors) on these shows. Femininity is explored within the realm and it is not always in the best light as it is often ignored or downplayed. In Star Trek, the USS Enterprise is touted to be filled with officers of all stations of life: age, gender and ethnicities (at least on the bridge) from Star Fleet. If you’re on the ship-apart of the Federation that means that you are qualified and fit for duty and will be treated as such whether you are a man or a woman. Or so it seems.

On September 08, 1966, Captain James T. Kirk set out on his 5 year long voyage in his starship, the Enterprise, with his crew-mates to go where no man has gone before. This isn’t history but the air date and the synopsis for the fictional TV show Star Trek, about a captain and his crew exploring the wonders the galaxy. A great and fictional TV series Star Trek was, it is more surprising that in just approximately 3 years after this date, the human race was able to accomplish this feat. The human race was able to go where no man has gone before, to the moon, the landing of Apollo 11 on July 1969. What was thought to be a fictional concept told in stories has now become reality. … Or did it really happen?, a generally question that would asked by conspiracy theorist. Conspiracy theorist would argue that in fact it didn’t happen because it was too suspicious to be true. It could’ve been fabricated. Almost 40 years to present day, this conspiracy yet still remains. A matter evolving through time, its hard to say if this conspiracy is true due to it complexity, however its is still plausible to understand the context of this issue. Through examining specific cases of the american flag on the moon, the shadow cast on the moon, and the dangerous radiation exposure from the journey to the moon, we can understand about the conspiracy, what it is and how it came to be.

My team and I are heading to the Enterprise for just one day around, new years. The Star Trek will be demolished around late February. The January trip is so my team and I can prepare for what will be the last shoot on the set at stage nine. Some of my crew will be driving from Charlotte, NC, Columbia SC and Atlanta, GA. I figured you may be nearby seeing your parents. I have a seat for you if you like; all you have to do in return is take a few photos. It would be nice to see you again; I will likely already be on set before your drive down. It would also be nice because you could meet my Brother in Law, GF, cinematographer Pierce cook and possibly Erik Lee and his Fiancé will be there.

What does this tell us about our society? Are we becoming dependent of I-phones (for our way of thinking) and GPS systems for geographical directions to places? Next you’ll be telling me that for our societies way we’ll be dependent on Holograms, which by the way are very simple programs. They remind me when I used to watch Star Trek in the 1970’s. They were for pre-recorded responses,designed to give the impression of intelligence;of thinking.

The 2009 film reproduction of the infamous Star Trek series brings an older storyline to a younger audience. Both newer and older fans alike can appreciate the stunning effects and cgi painstakingly perfected in the film, but does the science suffer because of it?

One idea can influence the world, but how far can that idea go if it is spread by one person? Could an idea also present a reality better than the one humanity is accustomed to today? The 2015 film Tomorrowland attempts to reveal the answers to these questions in the real world as well as in an alternate dimension where humanity has a different outlook on the future.

I am not a big fan of Star Trek so, when I told my husband I needed to watch Star Trek: The Next Generation for my discussion board assignment he was ready and willing to watch it with me. I am just not a Syfy person. I honestly thought the plot would be discussing a robot like R2D2 not human like. In the Synopsis Data defines himself as “an automaton made to resemble a human being” (Synopsis).

Throughout this semester our literary material dealt with themes of technology, modernization, the imponderable bloom, human nature, and truth to name a few of the most overarching. Each text has woven an impression of the possible near future for humanity if the patterns we are creating continue at an exponential rate. Patterns such as consumerism, neglecting unpleasurable emotions, using drugs, and controlling the environment for our short term benefits will write an unsavory and inevitable future. Science Fiction often reflects on society by exaggerating their negative characteristics and advancements to seem far-out, but often it is ironic how close many aspects of the fiction are a direct reflection of the present condition. Even now, the possibilities of utopias and dystopias forming are not so out of reach. The ability of our culture to control an entire population with a self-satisfied culture of vices outfitted with technology is less and less science fiction as the years pass.

I was firmly planted in the aesthetic stage, as I was “…motivated by pleasure and pleasure-seeking” (Perkins). Although I was in the more sophisticated sub-section of an aesthete -as the pleasure was emotional rather than physical- my purpose in life was undeniably to find pleasure. The show had a great influence on my identity in this stage, as it offered this pleasure, and encouraged me in the sense that I could do anything through my own intelligence. Star Trek depicted “…a meritocracy. The characters were cool not because of looks, wealth, or social position, but because they were very good at their jobs. It is a rare television show that sends the message that it is cool to be smart” (There's A Reason Why Star Trek Remains So Popular, 2016). This was the message of many science fiction shows, and it was immensely attractive to me because I had generally only

While the age-old question of “Star Wars or Star Trek?” is based on personal preference, there are many similarities and differences between the two. Star Wars, though it has a larger fan base, is not necessarily the reigning champion when it comes to storylines, nor is Star Trek the winner with its scientific background and hopeful prospects of the future. Sci-Fi, or science fiction, has been a genre that has fascinated the masses for generations. Having had the space race end in 1957, the space travel frenzy that ensued was the beginning of a Sci-Fi nation. Star Trek’s television series, The Original Series was fairly successful, while Star Wars’ A New Hope was a smashing success, bringing in millions of dollars and twice as many fans. Star Trek’s The Next Generation and Star Wars’ A New Hope have as much in common as they have in opposition. Star Trek and Star Wars, though both extraordinary on their own, have many similarities and differences such as plot, character diversity, and special effects.

“Whoever the hero may be, he or she journeys for us, carries us metaphorically into our darker side, […] where the monsters inside of us take on terrifyingly real forms, where our deepest wishes sometimes are fulfilled.” (Leeming 203, 204).

Imagine a world where everything was run by a corrupt controlling government. You are living in a world of poverty. You have no rights and those around are too scared to say anything. The government calls this society a haven when really it is a nightmare. This is just one of the many scenarios science fiction brings to light. Science fiction depicts everyday fears of society. Science fiction stories bring the fears of society to life. Science fiction gives readers a perspective on life and the problems of people who live in these conditions might be facing. One major fear of society is the fear of living under a controlling government. Controlling government often mistreat people and eliminate individuality to

Why cannot female characters be stronger? The role of media is representing the social status that reflects the actual situation of the female in society’s different aspects. However, female characters do not have enough representation because males take most of the important roles in different kinds of media. Female characters are always represented as one-sided and more reliant on male characters. Even though there is a trend of misrepresentation of females characters, but there is more and more shows have a better portrayal of feminism over time. The portrait of females in TV shows is changing. Because women’ dreams are no longer just being taken care of the family in the real lives, but also