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| I Love Sci-Fi/Fantasy Because... |
...of Leonard Nimoy.
Before I begin, let me just state for the record that anyone claiming to be a fan of science fiction, but not a fan of Leonard Nimoy, is a heretic and should be subjected to the Vulcan nerve pinch immediately. Just sayin'.
He made his role as Spock on Star Trek one of most recognized and loved science fiction characters ever created.
This actor has one of the most distinctive voices in the industry. Scan his list of credits on IMDB and notice how many credits appear where only his voice was featured--including The Big Bang Theory. (Took them long enough!)
Having just turned eighty-two years old last month, his acting credits, starting in the early 1950s, has spanned more than sixty years. And he's still going strong.
Leonard Nimoy is the most logical reason why I love science fiction and fantasy.
Mr. Nimoy, I have been, and always shall be, your fan.
Mr. Spock was my favorite of the Star Trek crew. Logical, smart, dry sense of humor, and a good friend to have. Capt'n Kirk needed a sidekick. Good choice for N (Nimoy).
ReplyDeleteKirk could not have asked for a better sidekick!
DeleteI don't think they'll ever be a characters as cool as Mr. Spock on t.v. again. Though I did like him on Mission Impossible, too!
ReplyDeleteGreat choice :)
He was the only Star Trek character my brother liked.
DeleteLeonard is a very talented actor.
ReplyDeleteAn understatement. :)
DeleteI loved his "In Search of..." series.
ReplyDeleteHe's kind of the embodiment of SF, just like Boris Karloff for suspense/horror.
ReplyDeleteHe really is.
DeleteThis is by far the most logical post for the letter N of the Challenge.
ReplyDeleteI'm a computer programmer, Elise. I must remain logical. :-)
DeleteExcellent choice! Star Trek and Spock started a science fiction revolution.
ReplyDeleteAnd science fiction is better for it.
DeleteHahahaha! Love your logic Jeff. And I have to agree with you here.
ReplyDeleteI find that having my logic validated, satisfactory. :)
DeleteI couldn't agree more! It was him and not Kirk that really made Star Trek what it was <3
ReplyDeleteScience fiction owes a lot to Nimoy. (And to Roddenberry.)
DeleteGotta agree with M.L. Swift - as much as I love seeing him as Spock, just hearing his voice will always evoke memories of "In Search Of . . ."
ReplyDeleteHis voice is one of the best in the business.
DeleteAn icon if there ever was one. And good lord, I love all you A through Zs. Harry Potter and Firefly are my two favorite things ever written/film. I worship at the alter of Joss and J.K.
ReplyDeleteYou blog is awesome. I will be back.
Happy A to Z blogging.
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I always love encountering a kindred spirit. You're always welcome here. (And thanks for the compliment.)
DeleteSpock has to be the best character. I love him!
ReplyDeleteI guess I shouldn't be surprised that even Earth girls would love that Vulcan. :)
DeleteIt took me several years but I finally manage to make the Vulcan greeting. Then I felt like a cool dragon, hahaha.
ReplyDeleteI must see the dragon's talons saluting me Vulcan-style.
DeleteI know what you mean. I don't even watch Star Trek and I like him. :-D
ReplyDeleteNow THAT sounds like my brother. Even he said Spock was cool.
DeleteI agree! I'm not a huge fan of sci fi but I do adore Leonard Nimoy! (I gotta learn how to do that Vulcan Pinch).
ReplyDeleteFew non-Vulcans have mastered it. But it is handy in a pinch. :::ducking:::
DeleteAh, Leonard Nimoy. He's amazing. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd obviously very appreciated, for which I'm grateful.
DeleteYes, I have to say you are right. Leonard Nimoy is science fiction. What a great job he did playing Spock. :)
ReplyDeleteExcellent character + excellent actor = legend
DeleteHe also sang the Bilbo Baggins song!
ReplyDeleteNow that I did not know.
DeleteHey Jeff,
ReplyDeleteI was stunned to find out his ears are really like that :) Seriously, a great actor and an icon.
Gary :)
And I think those ears were referenced in almost every other episode too. Roddenberry really got his money's worth out the costume department.
DeleteYep he's awesome. And he owned that role. The character of Spock is genius, and my existence has forever been altered by it. But Leonard Nimoy gave him exactly what he needed to be lovable.
ReplyDeleteLEGEND!
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