But more often than not, those ideas were strong enough to transcend the practical limitations. Many of the show’s episodes – some written by prominent sci-fi authors of the era – flirted with grand concepts and potent allegory which often could only be explored via dialogue, owing to limited costs and the visual effects constraints of the day. The 60s Star Trek TV series is a prime example of this. Traditionally, the sci-fi genre has been the place to explore big ideas, even if the budget is anything but epic.
