Takara_Soong 4 Posted May 27, 2005 Series: Star Trek: The Next Generation Season: 3 Episode #: 23 Production #: 171 Episode Name: Sarek Original Air Date: 05.14.90 Ambassador Sarek comes aboard the Enterprise for one last mission - the establishment of relations with a species called the Legaran. As soon as he arrives, havoc ensues among the crew. When Picard learns that the reason for the crew's behaviour is linked to Sarek having Bendii Syndrome, a rare neurological condition that causes the loss of emotional control in Vulcans, he must find a way to help the Vulcan dignitary or cancel the conference. When Sarek pleads for the continuation of the conference, Picard agrees to a mindmeld which will allow Sarek to channel his emotions to Picard so he can maintain control. This episode marked the fourth time Mark Lenard portrayed Sarek although it was his first appearance on The Next Generation. Cast: Patrick Stewart as Jean-Luc Picard Jonathan Frakes as William Thomas Riker Brent Spiner as Data LeVar Burton as Geordi La Forge Michael Dorn as Worf Gates McFadden as Beverly Crusher Marina Sirtis as Deanna Troi Wil Wheaton as Wesley Crusher Guest Cast: Colm Meaney as Miles O'Brien Joanna Miles as Perrin Mark Lenard as Sarek Rocco Sisto as Sakkath William Denis as Mendrossen John H. Francis as Science Crewman Director: Les Landau Teleplay By: Peter S. Beagle Story By: Marc Cushman and Jake Jacobs Related Items: Bendii Syndrome Legara IV Legarans Alpha Cygnus IX Merrimack, U.S.S. Wesley Crusher Vulcans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HRH The KING 0 Posted May 31, 2005 This episode saw two stellar performances from Patrick Stewart and the late Mark Lenard. A very emotional and heavy episode. The scene where the normally emotionally stoic Sarek began to cry while listening to a beautiful piece of music was absolutely brilliant. Patrick Stewart's magnificent performance when he served to host Sarek's emotions deserved much praise. Gold Standard episode. Rating = 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LoveMalePecs1 0 Posted May 31, 2005 "Sarek" eps gets a "5" from me! ----------------------------------------- :P B) :blink: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Takara_Soong 4 Posted June 6, 2005 A brilliant performance by Patrick Stewart, especially in the scene in which he is experiencing Sarek's emotions. Mark Lenard's reprisal of the role of Sarek was also wonderful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trekz 7 Posted December 2, 2006 A wonderful episode with wonderful performances (as noted by previous posters) by Mark Lenard and Patrick Stewart. I found the introduction of the idea of a Vulcan disease that would attack their control of emotions quite interesting and thought provoking. The Star Trek universe lost an exellent character and wonderful actor with the passing of Mark Lenard. I consider myself fortunate to have heard him speak at a convention and to have obtained his autograph. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kor37 9 Posted December 2, 2006 Great performance by Mark Lenard in this episode. I also had the honor of meeting Mark at a con along with his twin daughters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
youbroughtheryouRiker 2 Posted December 20, 2007 5. Magnificent job from Lenard and Stewart, as well as Spiner. Really, everyone performed great in this one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabo Queen 0 Posted January 14, 2008 Absolutely heart-rending and emotional; I loved seeing what goes on in a Vulcan's head via Picard...I gave it a 5. Plus, as you can tell from my sig line, I happen to love Sarek. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeeingEyeBorg 0 Posted January 14, 2008 I gave it a five. Patrick Stewart and Mark Lenard are gods. The concert scene is perfect, as is Patrick Stewart's emotional breakdown scene. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
