Connections Radio – October 20, 2024

Laurie Fitz interviews Jeffrey Morris, a black director based here the Twin Cities. Jeffrey will be part of or the Twin Cities Film Festival discussion on two documentaries in production. Laurie and Jeffrey explore his take on the future and our collective opportunity to choose hope and face challenges with respect, dignity and strong moral fiber. By looking back at the science fiction of the 60’s – 70’s there are lessons to be learned in moving forward. Jeffry was inspired by Star Trek, Space: 1999 and others, and he is touching a nerve with his thoughts on space exploration in the future. Both “The Eagle Obsession” and “Return to Tomorrow” documentaries are discussed, “The Eagle Obsession.” is a documentary feature that follows FutureDude Entertainment founder, director, and writer Jeffrey Morris on a globetrotting adventure as he investigates the origins and ongoing fascination with the iconic Eagle Transporter from the classic sci-fi series Space: 1999. The documentary Return to Tomorrow,” explores the impact of past visions of the future on an entire generation and features interview highlights with industry giants like William Shatner (“Star Trek”), Barbara Bain (“Space 1999”), Space X pilot Dr. Sian Proctor, and Astronaut Charles Duke, (the youngest person to walk on the Moon) as they share their hopeful vision. https://futuredude.com/about-us/

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