Bravo!

Rating: 10/10 (18 May 2009)

First of all, let me say that I've been a Star Trek fan since the early 1970s, when I first saw "Star Trek: The Animated Series". I've found something to love about each and every incarnation of Star Trek, including this one.
Fans like me have already dissected this movie, exposing all of its continuity problems with the normal Star Trek universe history. The movie itself even advises you to disregard all that you know about the continuity of the series. And why not? It's good to see a fresh take on old familiar characters and situations.
Speaking of fresh takes on old characters, each of the actors playing the old Star Trek crew we've grown to know and love does an exceptional job. I felt that the strongest performances were given by Chris Pine as James T. Kirk, and Zachary Quinto as Mr. Spock. Chekov, Sulu, McCoy, Scotty and Uhura are also well represented here.
Leonard Nimoy's "final" appearance as Spock (the credits call him Spock Prime, and I'll believe it was his final appearance when I see a Trek movie without him) was fitting. A well-written, acted and directed exit for a wonderful performer.
The script was well written, well directed, and perfectly executed. Gene Roddenberry would be proud. Bravo!