Neumeier iterated that the third movie follows the original novel more closely than the original movie. Van Dien constantly referenced the film’s title in relation to the book (hint: marauder).
The original made many references to wartime propaganda, and Neumeier made it a point to confirm this as a main theme. He mentioned Triumph of the Will and how he really wanted to show what Germany was like before the Holocaust and how much/how little the German people actually knew about what was happening. Starship Troopers was a way for him to somewhat explore these ideas.
Van Dien was very enthusiastic during the discussion, even letting out the classic “Do you wanna live forever” line. Blalock was sweet. She also talked about her involvement in Star Trek and how blessed she is to have been a part of it. While a question asked of her implied her career being pigeonholed because of Star Trek, Blalock was modest and appreciative of how her career has changed because of it.
Starship Troopers: Marauder will be released direct to DVD soon.
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