I am a big Star Trek fan...big enough to have gone to conventions and even the Trek cruise. So, it's not surprising that I have been watching episodes of the series "Star Trek Continues"--further adventures of the original Enterprise and its crew.
Unlike some Trekkies who think EVERY Trek show and movie is perfect (there are, believe it or not, many fans who LOVE "Star Trek V"...I kid you not), I am willing to try to be objective and say when I disliked something in the Trek universe. "The White Iris" is a very weak episode....and it's sad, since the previous episodes were terrific (particularly episode #3). In fact, it's the weakest of the four episodes I've so far watched.
As Kirk and the landing party are on the surface of a planet going through negotiates for them joining the Federation, Kirk is bashed over the head by one of the locals! It seems he was no fan of the treaty...or perhaps he just thought Kirk was a jerk. Regardless, the blow is nearly fatal and after McCoy saves Kirk's life, Kirk begins seeing ghosts...loved ones he lost over the years....and folks the Captain blames himself for losing.
This episode is very touchy feely. It also includes a lot of time in the holodeck--something I never particularly loved about "Star Trek: The Next Generation" episodes. If you like Kirk getting in touch with his feelings, then you'll probably love "The White Iris"....I just thought it was a major step back for the series.