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The 2017 documentary features William Shatner as he explores how the optimistic vision of Star Trek has influenced real-world science, innovation, and culture. Directed by J. Craig Thompson , the film follows Shatner's global journey to interview legendary figures in both science and entertainment. Core Themes & Plot

: Ben Stiller (a major Trek collector), Whoopi Goldberg , Seth MacFarlane , and Jason Alexander . Reception & Where to Watch The_Truth_Is_In_The_Stars_2017-Altadefinizione_...

: Reviewers often describe the film as a "sincere personal discovery" for Shatner. While some critics found the narrative slightly disjointed or "meandering," most praised the interactions with Hawking and the high-quality visuals of the Cambridge segments. The 2017 documentary features William Shatner as he

: Shatner visits locations like the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and Cambridge University to discuss how sci-fi imagination fuels scientific discovery. Core Themes & Plot : Ben Stiller (a

: At 86 years old during filming, Shatner reflects on his own mortality and his legacy, leading to a climax where he meets with Stephen Hawking to ask "big questions" about existence. Notable Interviewees