One of the distinguishing characteristics of the modern geek is their inability to tolerate inconsistencies in the various geek arts. I, as a geek, am no different. Every time I see something misstated, in regards to the arenas of comic books or Sci-Fi, it troubles me, like the anticipation of the tonic after a leading tone. I must resolve it. I have no control over the impulse. Thus, when I read this article on People.com, I felt compelled to clarify the discrepancy.

BE WARNED: THE FOLLOWING MINI-RANT IS A WORK OF ADVANCED NERDERY. IF YOU ARE DISGUSTED BY SUCH HOPELESS DISPLAYS, READ NO FURTHER.

Ok, so this has to do with the upcoming Star Trek Movie. Winona Ryder has been cast in the role of Amanda Grayson, Spock’s mother. Pay close attention to the first line, as that is where the trouble lies. Here is the article:

Winona Ryder is about to get the pointy-ear treatment – and guaranteed future work at sci-fi conventions.

The actress has been cast to play the Vulcan mother of young Spock in the upcoming Star Trek film, directed by JJ Abrams for Paramount Pictures, Variety reports.

The latest installment takes place during the crew’s early days at the Starfleet Academy. It will also star Chris Pine as Capt. Kirk, Simon Pegg as Scotty, Karl Urban as Dr. McCoy, and Eric Bana as Nero, the villain.

OK. So. I know this is no big deal. But, the geek in must point this out. Spock is half human. Sarek, Spock’s father, is Vulcan. Amanda Grayson, Spock’s mother, is human. Therefore, she will not be getting the “pointy-ear treatment”. A little research on the part of the author would have saved them this embarrassment.

WHEW. That feels better.