Movies Under the Stars
Movies Under the Stars
Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979)
Film Screening
NCPA in association with Film Heritage Foundation under license from Jonetsu Entertainment (India)
Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979), a film based on the popular television series of the same name, reunites the original cast, led by Captain Kirk (William Shatner), as they embark on a new and perilous mission aboard the upgraded USS Enterprise.
The story begins with a massive, mysterious, cloud-like entity called V’Ger, which is rapidly approaching Earth, destroying everything in its path. Captain Kirk takes command of the Enterprise from Captain Decker (Stephen Collins) to investigate and neutralise the threat. Alongside familiar crew members, including Spock (Leonard Nimoy), Dr. McCoy (DeForest Kelley), Scotty (James Doohan), and others, the team faces numerous challenges as they delve into V’Ger’s origins and intentions.
Star Trek: The Motion Picture goes into themes of exploration, identity and the quest for meaning, set against a backdrop of stunning visual effects and a majestic score by Jerry Goldsmith. Despite mixed reviews, the film is notable for its ambition and its expansion of the Star Trek universe.
Director: Robert Wise Hitchcock
Screenplay: Harold Livingston
Based on a story by Alan Dean Fost
Cinematography: Richard H. Kline
Music by Jerry Goldsmith
Cast: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley & James Doohan
Admission on a first-come-first-served basis. NCPA Members will get preferential seating till 6.20 pm
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