Star Trek
Spock’s Spacesuit
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It is difficult to describe the lasting cultural impact of the original Star Trek television series. Very little today in the world of science fiction would be the same without it. One could easily argue that it is the most important sci-fi show of all time. Back in the 1970’s Paramount had a dilemma. After incredible success of the show in syndication, the execs there wanted to continue the franchise. Initially, it was to be a follow-up TV series entitled Phase II. Production on that got as far as completed scripts and even costume fabrication but, after the box office success of Star Wars and Close Encounters in 1977 it was decided that a movie was the best way to, well, boldly go. |
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The entire Star Trek universe was redesigned and modernized, the legendary starship Enterprise was updated, out went the iconic coloured tunics of the crew and in fact colours in general were completely toned down. The bridge and captains chair were redone and the music changed. Captain James T. Kirk had been promoted to Admiral in the intervening years and some of his trusted crew had of course gained a few pounds. Robert Fletcher was the new costume designer for the movie and his priority was to bring together the ideas of director Robert Wise and the production designer Rick Sternbach. |
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This is the spacesuit worn by Leonard Nimoy as Spock, it can be seen when Spock leaves the Enterprise to mind meld with the V’ger probe. Nimoy’s face was actually superimposed over the visor as the reflections proved troublesome, this effect was most convincing at the time. The costume is labelled internally for Nimoy and is in excellent condition. It has been displayed on a Star Fleet logo base with the required power supply built in. The chest section is made from a hard rubber and the light up helmet is fibreglass. It is a striking example of 70’s design and makes a spectacular display piece. |
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