TOS episode “The Apple,” Captain Kirk destroys the god‑like computer Vaal and breaks the Prime Directive. Explore why this controversial decision actually upholds Starfleet’s core ideals.

Lucy Owens is a Texas-based screenwriter and filmmaker whose work has been recognized at prestigious festivals like Slamdance and the Austin Film Festival. She is a co-founder of the independent ...

"Star Trek" has been around since the 1960s. Throughout its time in television, film, and other media, the franchise has introduced a lot of captains. Each one commands a particular starship or ...