Behind The Scenes at Star Trek Phase II - Making of "The Child"

[cztardust]

I have enjoyed the whole series and with each episode it does get better.

A little bit of constructive critisim though, the spock charactor originally was not a placid charactor until later in the series, then Gene allowed Spock's human emotions to show through at times to grow the freindship between Kirk and Spock. Somehow that is getting lost here.

[Stew782]

dated 2008 and its still not out.

[kaiyoshi2243]

These guys do a great job. I love watching the episodes they make.

[ngnnick1967]

It would be nice if this stuff ever got released

[princejustin19]

what up Brian Holloway u is my drama teacher a monroe middle im name is kelvin

[larrylmedina]

@ RobertMfromLI: look buddy, don't get all girly-defensive. Rob, let me define my comment a lil further by saying the new Trek movie brings back the look-and-feel of the original series - the blinky lights, shiny ship, "bee-boop-bap" sound effects and day-glow colors. Don't "seriously doubt" the fact that I didn't watch TOS - I am 58 years old and I used to ask my Dad to go next door to watch it in color, because all we had was a b/w Zenith.

[Liteninbug]

I love these new shows and I love this group! They are doing what the new movie could not do! They have captured the heart and spirit of Star Trek! Long live James Cawley & ST Phase II !!!!!!!!

[pickerman123]

If the lead actor would ONLY STEP ASIDE and let a real actor perform the role of Kirk this show could be something special. Instead, it's an excercise in stroking one's ego.

[larrylmedina]

The latest Star Trek movie brings back the future as was envisioned back in the 1960's: the blinking tooting lights, the colorful skin-tight unforms, the shiny ship, and everything well lit - re-imagined in 2009. I'm glad we've moved on from the dark and deeply militaristic showings of the 80's movies (which were a reflection of how the 80's envisioned the future, ironically). I've been a fan of Star Trek since TOS and I like the new movie - it brings back the spirit of what TOS was.

[Director84]

@larrylmedina I'd say the 2009 Star Trek movie doesn't bring back any of the TOS spirit. It reminded me more to "Star Wars Episode I", which sucked as hell (as did the whole new trilogy, especially compared to the original ine). The monster chase on the ice planted even seemed to be a direct copy of the "bigger fish" thing. I almost expected to see Jar Jar Binks hopping through the screen, but even without him, that new film was hillarious and not to be taken seriously.

[RobertMfromLI]

@larrylmedina

The spirit of TOS was not about blinky lights and flashy starships. If that's the message you got, then I seriously doubt you really watched the series. It was about hope for the future, about allegories for current events, about friendships and loyalty, about humankind finally evolving above it's prejudices and so much more along those lines.

[davidjradich]

The new Star Trek film, was made to make money, therefore it pandered to the lowest common denominator. I t was watchable, but in my opinion, it lacked the heart and soul of the original. New Voyages/Phase II is much more Star Trek than the Hollywood franchise, because the people making it "Get it". Plus, I have been and always shall be a fan of the original series.

[InfiniteFish1979]

you seriously think this crap is better than the new star trek novie? you're a fucking moron then.

[InfiniteFish1979]

oh and your grammar is awful. throwing commas at a sentance randomly isn't good grammar you prick.

[davidjradich]

Go fuck yourself.

[davidjradich]

Why do you have to be such an insulting person?

[InfiniteFish1979]

Because it's the truth.

Have a nice day.

[davidjradich]

Hey Fish, I originally took the low road with you because of your disrespectful comments. I apologize to others reading this about my foul language. I will say this, Perhaps my use of commas was off. So what? It does not give you or anyone the right to go name calling because of a difference of opinion. Where I come from that would get your ass kicked and your teeth knocked down your throat. I do not know what your problem is, but you better watch it or someday you will get schooled.

[InfiniteFish1979]

You'd kick my ass and knock my teeth down my throat for saying your grammar sucks?!

Wow dude, time for some anger managment maybe?

I said if you think this video is anything other than laughable then you're a moron. I stand by that. You are a moron.

Have a nice day kid.

[BondFreek]

This is a great show. even the bad episode "Blood and Fire" is realy well done. I hope that it will become the new Star Trek series, and that awful move [Star Trek (2009)] is forgoten. ps. forgive my spelling my keys stick and it is to much botherr to fix it..

[Wharding85]

the movie wasnt awful, it probably just saved star trek for years to come

[BondFreek]

You mean like the new Battlestar Galactica saved the original? Or how the Dead Or Alive the movie rejuvenated the video game following? Face the facts, it killed Star Trek and replaced it with a blurry facsimile.

[BondFreek]

Go to my channel and see "Star Trek 2009 part 1", to see my point. I had to speed it up slightly to avoid copyright infringement but it is intact.

[PonyHorton]

Actually, James is not a bad actor at all. And he's a very nice person as well. And the other actors are getting better with each episode.

[capttheo1]

Then please let us know when your hour-long episode will be done. Don't forget, no budget! You're doing it for no profit, just the money you can raise. All volunteer!

[PonyHorton]

Everything else is "LOUSY?"

You mean like your attitude?

These people do a pretty damn good job of the show, in my EXPERIENCED opinion.

If you can do any better, don't tell us... SHOW US!

Ya blowhard!

[USSLexington1709]

@PonyHorton I agree. If you watch their first episode, you can see the vast improvements, from then to now, in all aspects of their production quality. Everything from audio to lighting, the believability of their acting, pace of editing and CGI. At first, it had the look of a home-grown production, but they have risen to a top-notch level. That's my EXPERIENCED opinion.

[themaydenwarrior]

This is outstanding!!!!

Oh just to be a gofer on this set would be a pleasure*sigh*. Wish I were there.

[FabianTrahan]

Fan-Diddly-Tastico!!

[ALickOfFrost]

Stunning! Simply stunning. All the time and effort across the board that's gone into this project - I'm blown away by its professionalism and it's creativity.

I am so glad I stumbled across this!

Great work everyone! =3

[Cooleemee43]

I love how that bride and ever set is spot on, I would love to jus hang out on the bridge. Star Trek fans are a wondeful bunch, this is dedication. And its also fantasy for TOS fans. Its like ok what if they hadn't cancelled the show..hmm. Its as close as well get. Let me play a bad guy alien, I'll knock it out of the park for ya.

[CaptGage]

Cool video, and Phase 2 is a great effort! Keep it up! How can you afford to make it?

[clydesight]

I like this fan series, I think it is very well done and an amazing labor of love! It was great to see this behind the scenes video. These folks seem very professional and talented. Thanks for sharing the video!

[bagbaghimmaga]

Is this going to air on television, or only on the web, youtube, or DVD?

[Dunes]

So far,only on web and youtube. Namely their site for new premiers and youtube when they get them.

I know how you feel,I wish it was on tv in a completly official manner,it would be so cool to watch!

Oh yeah,I think they'll have DVDs eventually,but I think you need to check their site for details.

[humanshapedplushie]

I think this is the best fan made series ever! These guys rock! chekov espeacially! MORE! MORE! MORE! :D xxx

[sylos1]

agreed

[mec441]

He casts himself because this is a labor of love and a dream he always had. He always wanted to play Kirk and now he is. all fan produced films are usually a pet project of those producing them.

[Dunes]

Great BTS video,but what kind of phase II outfit was Peter Kirk there wearing?

[wolfmaster555]

You guys do a great job look forward to seeing it