As the Holodeck became an over used plot device - dare I utter such a critical thing, since it's essential tech in my own TNG episode - we tend to forget just how awe inspiring and fun the early holo eps remain, with 'Elementary, Dear Data' probably the best ep to fully employ the mind blowing potential of Trek holography.
I vividly recall watching it first run and thinking, 'Next Gen is truly blossoming' - later learning 'The Big Goodbye' inspired 'Elementary, Dear Data'.
I do like this episode but the malfunctioning holodexk does seem a recurring theme. Halfway through your review I got distracted by your mention of discworld noir and now am trying to work out how I can play this classic game again!
The Big Goodbye
As the Holodeck became an over used plot device - dare I utter such a critical thing, since it's essential tech in my own TNG episode - we tend to forget just how awe inspiring and fun the early holo eps remain, with 'Elementary, Dear Data' probably the best ep to fully employ the mind blowing potential of Trek holography.
I vividly recall watching it first run and thinking, 'Next Gen is truly blossoming' - later learning 'The Big Goodbye' inspired 'Elementary, Dear Data'.
I do like this episode but the malfunctioning holodexk does seem a recurring theme. Halfway through your review I got distracted by your mention of discworld noir and now am trying to work out how I can play this classic game again!