For the first time, a woman will lead a Star Trek pilot

Looks like the untitled Star Trek The Jean-Luc Picard series will explore a progressive territory, much like its Star Trek: Discovery predecessor. By deadline, Hanelle Culpepper will direct the first two episodes, making her the first woman ever to have directed a pilot episode or a first episode in her 53 years of existence. Another element that he shares with Discovery: You'll have to venture beyond CBS All Access's acclaimed wallet to learn about the story, which is only moderately conducive to migraine.

Culpepper is already familiar with the Starfleet style. She directed the episode "Vaulting Ambition" in DiscoveryFirst season and an upcoming episode of the second season, currently streaming. His management expertise is also found at Starz Counterpart on Starz and episodes of Shooter for the USA.

Playwright Alex Kurtman is thrilled to see what Culpepper will bring to Picard's story: "Hanelle is a talented and dynamic filmmaker whose directorial choices are still deeply rooted in character. I am a big fan of her work since she started with us the Discoveryand she is the ideal person to introduce once again the beloved character of Picard to long-time fans and new viewers. "

The news means that she will lead Patrick Stewart, who will return in the legendary role. "In recent years, hear many stories about how The next generation comforted people, went through difficult times in their lives or how the example of Jean-Luc inspired many to follow in his footsteps, to pursue science, exploration and leadership ", said Stewart Star Trek Convention in Las Vegas. "I feel I'm ready to join him for the same reason."