The episode titled 'Terrarium' of 'Strange New Worlds' fails to bring anything fresh, yet it embodies the conventional charm of 'Star Trek' entertainment.
In the latest episode of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds," titled 'Terrarium,' which premiered on Paramount+ on Thursday, September 11, Lieutenant Erica Ortegas (played by Melissa Navia) finds herself in a thrilling adventure on an uncharted moon.
Ortegas' shuttlecraft, Archimedes, crash-lands on a moon with inhospitable conditions, causing her to lose contact with the Enterprise. As she explores the lunar surface, she encounters mysterious lights in the sky and stumbles upon a crash survivor - an injured Gorn.
The Gorn, a species known for their hostile nature, and Ortegas form an unlikely friendship during their exile on the moon. They teach each other games such as chess and its Gorn equivalent, and even establish a rudimentary communication system. In an attempt to attract the Enterprise's attention, they unleash a moon-wide explosion.
The episode, directed by Akiva Goldsman, prioritizes solid writing and a brilliant lead performance over pyrotechnics. While it does not contain any original elements, it effectively uses storytelling cliches that hark back to previous "Trek" episodes.
The moon, it seems, is home to indigenous invertebrate life that could potentially pose a threat to Ortegas. The air on the moon is "breathable-ish," but the extreme gravimetric volatility makes navigation challenging.
The episode features a pared-back cast and confines most of the ship-based action to the bridge. The Enterprise is due to rendezvous with Captain Decker and the USS Constellation, adding another layer of anticipation to Ortegas' lunar adventure.
Ortegas' encounter with the Gorn nearly killed her and she has been recovering from the physical and mental scars. This episode marks a significant milestone for her character, as she finally gets to embark on the away missions she has longed for.
In conclusion, 'Terrarium' is a throwback to classic "Trek" episodes, with a focus on character development and intriguing storytelling. Catch it on Paramount+ if you haven't already!
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