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Writer admits 'Star Trek' lingerie scene was 'gratuitous,' 'mysogynistic'

"Star Trek Into Darkness" co-writer Damon Lindelof has kind of, sort of apologized for anyone offended by the gratuitous display of Alice Eve's nearly-naked body in movie theaters (and the movie's marketing) around the world.  Full story

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'Trek' does $70.6M but falls short of studio hopes

"Star Trek: Into Darkness" has warped its way to a $70.6 million domestic launch from Friday to Sunday, though it's not setting any light-speed records with a debut that's lower than the studio's expectations. Full story

'Star Trek' at Fusion Lab: When Fantasy Meets Real Life

If the Starship Enterprise's warp drive looks especially realistic in the new "Star Trek" film, that's because it was shot in a real-life laboratory for nuclear fusion research: The National Ignition Facility in California. Full story

Which 'Star Trek' crew wins out -- TV or movie?

Casting any movie is tough, but try casting a "Star Trek" movie, knowing that the original television characters are already dearly beloved by millions of devoted fans. Few actors are as associated with their roles as William Shatner as Captain Kirk and Leonard Nimoy as Spock. Y … Full story

Warp Speed, Scotty? Star Trek's FTL Drive May Actually Work

In the "Star Trek" TV shows and films, the U.S.S. Enterprise's warp engine allows the ship to move faster than light, an ability that is, as Spock would say, "highly illogical." Full story

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  J.J. Abrams: New ‘Star Trek’ is ‘standalone film’

The director of “Star Trek Into Darkness” talks about the movie’s “incredible” set and says “you don’t need to have seen the other films” to enjoy this installment of the iconic franchise.

  Benedict Cumberbatch talks ‘Star Trek’ cast hazing

The British actor known for the updated Sherlock Holmes series “Sherlock” talks about joining the “Star Trek” cast for the newest film in the franchise, revealing the prank his fellow cast members played on him.

  Chris Pine: ‘Star Trek’ set ‘is incredible’

In just days, Kirk, Spock, and Uhura will be back in theaters in the new film “Star Trek Into Darkness.” Actor Chris Pine talks about playing iconic the role of Captain Kirk, saying “I feel so lucky to be where I am.”  

  Zachary Quinto: New ‘Star Trek’ is ‘bigger and bolder’

The actor who plays Spock chats about filming the upcoming “Star Trek Into Darkness” and being instructed by director J. J. Abrams to keep the plot under wraps.

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