Star Trek, with a history of pushing forward progressive ideals within the industry and on screen, has always been a model to follow. This past week proves no different, with Hanelle Culpepper revealed to be at the helm for the first two episodes of the upcoming Picard series.
Culpepper will be the first woman to ever launch a
Star Trek series. In addition, The Wrap has also revealed a pair of members for the expanding cast.
According to those behind the scenes, Culpepper seemed to be an obvious choice to launch the anticipated series. Head of the latest slew of
Star Trek television shows, Alex Kurtzman. had this to say about Culpepper's newest gig.
Hanelle is a gifted and dynamic filmmaker whose directorial choices are always deeply rooted in character . . . I’ve been a huge fan of her work since she started with us on Discovery, and she’s the perfect person to re-introduce the beloved character of Picard to longtime fans and new viewers alike. We’re thrilled she’s joining our Trek family on this next adventure.
As for the cast, Santiago Cabrera (
Big Little Lies) and Michelle Hurd (
Blindspot) have joined the series, which will no doubt bring fans where no Trekkie has gone before.
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