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For the Love of Spock

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Actors William Shatner, George Takei, Simon Pegg and others discuss the lasting legacy of Leonard Nimoy and his iconic portrayal of Mr. Spock on the television series "Star Trek."
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An enchanting doc that lives for the fans and longs for more of Nimoy's iconic character, all in service of prospering For the Love of Spock.

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Keith Phipps The Verge 03/01/2019
The film offers a better sense of who Leonard Nimoy was, and where Spock came from, than a more objective approach could. Go to Full Review
J. R. Jones Chicago Reader 09/22/2016
Adam clearly lacked the perspective required to contain the story, which lurches into all sorts of odd and personal digressions, but as a celebration of the original 1966-'69 series this is first-rate. Go to Full Review
Brian Lowry CNN.com 09/14/2016
Whatever its flaws, "For the Love of Spock" mostly works for those with an interest in the man or a love of the series. And if the director was perhaps too close to the subject, that, too, has a certain logic to it. Go to Full Review
Steven Prokopy Third Coast Review 04/28/2020
This is a truly special film for "Trek" fans, and for those who just love a great Hollywood story. Go to Full Review
Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies 11/19/2017
For The Love of Spock honors the life of Leonard Nimoy in a very well-made documentary. Go to Full Review
Erik Henriksen The Stranger (Seattle, WA) 08/22/2017
It goes without saying that each of us was saddened by Nimoy's passing last year, and The Love of Spock reminds us we weren't alone. Go to Full Review
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Marc Z @TKDLife 08/28/2023 Listen, it was hard not to like Leonard Nimoy, and his Vulcan counterpart, Mr. Spock. This heartfelt documentary takes a look at his life, career, and passing. It is filled with interviews, footage, and commentary. The documentary was Directed by his son, Adam, and takes a real deep dive into the cultural and lasting impact of Spock, as more than a secondary character on a short lived Television show. I met Leonard Nimoy in the 1970's and he was really gracious and kind. His essence made the character such a beloved and impactful man. Live, long, and prosper. See more 07/27/2022 The greatest 01 hour: and 40 minutes ever!!!!!!!!!!!!! In memory of Leonard Nimoy!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more 04/25/2022 an artistically beautiful timeline of one of the most iconic actors in human history. See more 01/18/2022 I enjoyed this documentary as we get a closer look at who Leonard Nimoy was as a person both in his family life and on the set as Mr. Spock. See more Georgan G 01/28/2021 More of Mr. Spock to love. See more 12/05/2020 For the Love of Spock portrays in an almost poetic way the interconnection between Leonard Nimoy and his most famous character, Doctor Spock, from the Star Trek series. The documentary was directed by Adam Nimoy, Leonard's son, and at bottom it is also a reckoning between the two, for the moments of difficult relationship they had in the past. More than that, it shows how the real person took so much of himself to such an iconic character to the point that it is difficult to differentiate the two. It also shows how Leonard Nimoy was an excellent dramatic actor and a great photographer. Simply a must see! See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Actors William Shatner, George Takei, Simon Pegg and others discuss the lasting legacy of Leonard Nimoy and his iconic portrayal of Mr. Spock on the television series "Star Trek."
Director
Adam Nimoy
Producer
Joseph Kornbrodt, Kevin Layne, David Zappone, Adam Nimoy
Distributor
Gravitas Ventures
Production Co
Gravitas Ventures
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 9, 2016, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 29, 2016
Runtime
1h 40m
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