Shatner Reflects on Pushing Boundaries in Star Trek, Regrets Compromises in Star Trek V Film
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Shatner discusses how the network tried to avoid showing Kirk and Uhura's kiss in the famous Star Trek interracial kiss episode. He pushed for it to stay in.
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Shatner joined Bill Maher's panel and discussed topics like AI. He notes how Gene Roddenberry's rules often conflicted with Next Generation writers wanting more creative freedom.
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Shatner shares his biggest regret was not having the backing and courage to make the Star Trek V film as he envisioned it, searching for God.
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Shatner takes full responsibility for Star Trek V's failings, though budget constraints and studio interference were also factors.
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Clips show Shatner explaining the practical filmmaking decisions, like using one flaming suit for alien creatures instead of ten due to budget limits.