The Visual Connection Between ‘Starfleet Academy’ and Classic ‘Star Trek’ @indiewire
The Visual Connection Between ‘Starfleet Academy’ and Classic ‘Star Trek’ @indiewire
Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
How do you honor one of television's most iconic franchises while creating something new? Cinematographer Tommy Maddox-Upshaw discusses the intimate camera work, warm color palette, and visual choices that connect "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" to the spirit of the original series.

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The Visual Connection Between ‘Starfleet Academy’ and Classic ‘Star Trek’

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