Series: Star Trek: The Next Generation
Season 6, Episode 2
Original Air Date: September 28, 1992
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Barclay episode!
Lt. Barclay has a transporter-phobia. But you know what they say. Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you.
It truly is amazing that more characters don't have an issue with the transporters. What was originally conceived as a production cost saver has become an essential element of Trekdom. And yet, the basic concept is undeniably creepy. Dr. McCoy made clear that he didn't like it but most take it in stride as a normal part of the job. Amazing!
It's not the greatest episode. However, I love that Barclay is the go-to character for such stories and I love that actor Dwight Schultz is such a good sport.
Acting Notes
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Patti Yasutake played the role of Nurse Alyssa Ogawa in 16 Star Trek episodes (including this one) plus two movies. Yasutake was born September 6, 1953 in Los Angeles. Other television work has included T.J. Hooker and Boston Public. Her late sister Irene Hirano was the founding President of the U.S.-Japan Council.
Oh yes....he sees something really freaky while transporting. I am trying to remember the ending. It was good, not great but I like Barkley and Troi so this episode was good for both of them. I know this actress and always wished they would have given her more.
ReplyDeleteTroi nearly always feels awkward. She got better over time but I don't feel the writers made an effort to make her much more than pretty. How many stories does she get to lead that don't involve a romantic or sexual interest? Not many.
DeleteThat moment when the... thing... in the beam turns towards Barclay and opens its... mouth? The first time I watched this episode, way back when, that gave me shivers for sure!
ReplyDeleteYup, genuinely creepy!
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