For the Love of Spock (2016)

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   frankqb

   At times fascinating, at times funny and moving, the film provides a real insight to the talent that was Leonard Nimoy, but it also goes on about 30 mins too long and ends up being a bit dry - not unlike its eponymous character. 7 years 4 months ago
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   IAimToMisbehave

   Fantastic documentary about Spock and Nimoy. The insight into his family life from his son's perspective was particularly interesting to me because I already knew most of the facts about Star Trek and Nimoy's public life, but his private life wasn't something I'd ever looked into. Definitely a fun and nostalgic film for any Star Trek fan, and a good argument for why you should watch Star Trek for anyone who hasn't watched it yet. 6 years 10 months ago
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   Siskoid

   Originally thought up as a documentary on the cultural stamp made by the character of Mr. Spock, Adam Nimoy's For the Love of Spock also became a documentary on Leonard Nimoy himself after his passing. He evidently did some interviews and first person narration for the project before his death (included), but much of the assembly has occurred after, with talking heads very obviously in "tribute mode". Of course, it says "Spock" in the title, and the original material is still there, though skewed towards Nimoy's contributions to the character (with every apology to Roddenberry and his other writers). Getting the Kelvin crew actors to talk about him is a minor coup that shows Nimoy's cred in action (the father, not necessarily the son), but I end up resenting all the Big Bang Theory content (obtained when he guest-starred on an episode). Nevertheless, a good (and loving) portrait of the man and of the character, not shying away from darker elements like his alcoholism and family problems, though it's all a bit cursory when discussing projects other that Star Trek. 1 year 11 months ago

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