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Picard Hit by Car: Showrunner's Storytelling Gripes
1 Nov
Summary
- Showrunner disliked Picard being hit by a car.
- Brent Spiner wanted to hit Patrick Stewart in a tux.
- Fans questioned Renée's reaction and Q's weak plan.
Showrunner Terry Matalas voiced significant dissatisfaction with a scene in 'Star Trek: Picard' Season 2 where Dr. Soong struck Captain Picard with a car. Matalas felt the event undermined narrative coherence and character consistency, questioning its place among memorable Star Trek moments. He voiced these concerns during a podcast appearance with Brent Spiner, who portrayed Dr. Soong.
Brent Spiner, however, found amusement in the sequence, specifically requesting to perform the car impact scene while dressed in a tuxedo. The event occurred during a gala for the Europa Mission, following Picard reassuring Renée Picard. Dr. Soong's action was part of a pact with Q to obstruct Renée's mission.
Fan critiques echo some of Matalas's reservations. One notable point of contention involves Renée Picard's minimal reaction post-incident, especially after a tender moment with Picard. Another criticism focuses on the perceived lack of sophistication in Q's plan, with Soong’s direct attempt to run down Renée during a public event being deemed reckless.
