32 Years Later, Star Trek Just Brought Back an Iconic Character - With a Twist
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Time travel in the 'Star Trek' universe often leads to complex scenarios, like Data's head being a point of bootstrapped paradoxes where it exists in multiple timelines.
Barry Kelly emphasizes that 'Lower Decks' plays with multiversal themes, showcasing how their episodes reflect a hilarious take on conventions established in prior Trek series.
The multiverse ideas in 'Lower Decks' allow for creative exploration of familiar characters, giving the writers room to innovate and parody existing narratives.
The purple head of Data in 'Fully Dilated' taps into this multiversal narrative, showcasing how the franchise continues to evolve while referencing its legacy.
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