Nimoy Forgot How to Play Spock?

Nimoy Forgot How to Play Spock?

STAR TREK director J.J. Abrams said he was nervous directing Leonard Nimoy in playing Spock, but Nimoy admitted he needed the assistance.

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By bsprecher - Apr 27, 2009 01:04 AM EST

Filed Under: Star Trek

You would think that Leonard Nimory would know the intricacies of playing Spock like the back of his hand, considering he's been portraying the character for nearly forty years. But, Nimoy wasn't afraid to go to director J.J. Abrams for advice. Nimoy told Entertainment Weekly:

"It was clear [Abrams] was nervous, and I'm glad he got over it. Look, I had been away from the character for a long time. His input was important to me."

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