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This Sci-Fi Classic Inspired Star Trek -- And Its Remake Is Long Overdue


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Published in Science and Technology on Sunday, January 5th 2025 at 7:02 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Star Trek took inspiration from a lot of sci-fi, but Forbidden Planet is one that is long overdue for a remake.

The article discusses the influential 1956 sci-fi film "Forbidden Planet," which has significantly impacted the genre, notably inspiring elements of "Star Trek." Directed by Fred M. Wilcox, the movie features groundbreaking special effects for its time, including the creation of the iconic character Robby the Robot. It explores themes of space exploration, advanced technology, and the psychological effects of isolation, set on the distant planet Altair IV. Despite its historical significance and cult following, "Forbidden Planet" has not received a remake, which the article argues is long overdue. The film's narrative, centered around a starship crew encountering the remnants of an extinct alien civilization and dealing with a mysterious threat, has left a lasting legacy, influencing not only "Star Trek" but also other sci-fi narratives with its depiction of futuristic technology and human psychology.

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