Tue, 10 October 2006  I've long considered the classic "Star Trek" episode "The City of the Edge of Forever" to be the best episode in the original series -- and one of the best episodes in the entire "Trek" franchise. This time-travel tale has all the elements of an opera, right down to a tragic death at the finale.That's why I nearly lost bladder control when Tribune Media Services columnist Bob Koehler declared that "The City on the Edge of Forever" is, in fact, the worst "Star Trek" episode of all time. I can't say I agree with Bob, but his logic is pretty sound. Namely, why does setting history straight require Captain Kirk to allow pacifist Edith Keeler to die and derail a growing anti-war movement? Why not kill Adolf Hitler as a child? Or at least make sure he finds a nurturing art teacher. Well, it's never a good idea to dwell on these things. After all, there are probably people who actually like "The Omega Glory" -- which is indisputably the worst "Star Trek" episode of all time. While we're on the subject of "Star Trek," I still say the sculpture of Cubs broadcaster Jack Brickhouse (below, left) on display in the plaza next to the Tribune Tower here in Chicago looks too much like Captain Christopher Pike (below, right).  ChicagoScope feedback line: 312-683-5272. Comments[0] |
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