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Star Trek III : The Search for Spock - The Making of the Classic Film - John Tenuto

Star Trek III

The Search for Spock - The Making of the Classic Film

By: John Tenuto, Maria Jose Tenuto

Hardcover | 16 December 2025

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An in-depth look at the making of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, featuring rare and previously unseen production art and new and exclusive interviews.

Over 40 years ago, in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, Admiral Kirk and his crew embarked on a perilous mission to retrieve Spock's body and reunite his soul with his physical form, defying Starfleet orders and facing off against Klingon enemies to save their friend.

Star Trek III: The Search for Spock The Making of the Classic Film delves into the untold stories behind the making of one of the most pivotal films in the Star Trek saga. From the pressures of continuing the iconic story after The Wrath of Khan to Leonard Nimoy stepping into the director's chair, this book explores the creative challenges, technical innovations, and behind-the-scenes drama that shaped the film. Featuring interviews with cast, crew, and production staff, it uncovers the intricate world-building, the special effects that brought Klingon battles and the Genesis Planet to life, and the emotional weight of Spock's resurrection.

Featuring a foreword from Robin Curtis, Star Trek III: The Search for Spock The Making of the Classic Film is a must-read for Trek fans and film enthusiasts alike, celebrating the legacy of a film that solidified the franchise's place in pop culture history.



About the Author

John Tenuto has been a sociology professor for 23 years. His research on Star Trek has been featured in Wired, USA Today, Chicago Sun-Times, and on CBS, Grayslake Il.

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