Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast 513. Alex Kurtzman on Star Trek and The Man Who Fell to Earth
May 20, 2022
Star Trek showrunner Alex Kurtzman discusses reimagining 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' with a complex and unreliable narrator. They explore character development challenges in sci-fi storytelling and the portraying of the CIA. The impact of David Bowie on the movie and the importance of diversity in the Star Trek universe are also highlighted.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Exploring a Strong Collaborative Partnership in Screenwriting
04:13 • 3min
Reimagining 'The Man Who Fell to Earth'
07:07 • 6min
Exploring Character Development and Challenges in Sci-Fi Storytelling
13:23 • 22min
Character Development and Complexity in Portraying the CIA
34:55 • 12min
Exploring Bowie's Impact and Sci-Fi in The Man Who Fell to Earth and Star Trek Universe
46:40 • 13min
Discussing The Man Who Fell to Earth and Encouraging Viewer Support
59:32 • 2min