Boldly go...

Rating: 9/10 (24 May 2009)

Trekkies and non-Trekkies alike should be able to thoroughly enjoy this movie. From the very beginning of the film until its 2+ hour finale, one will be drawn into the action and story taking place on the big screen.
The decision to "reboot" the franchise was necessary as it had grown old and stale under its last producers. The bold choices that Abrams made were quite refreshing. Some fans may not like slight departures from Trek "cannon," but, as a fan of the franchise myself, I found them palatable and even needed.
Not since Star Trek IV has a Star Trek film been so audience-friendly to those only slightly acquainted with the original series. You need not know any of the back story to enjoy this film and those with such knowledge are advantaged only by knowing and better appreciating the origin of some of the phrases and other dialog that is used.
The acting is good and believable. Any shortcomings result only from the actor's youth or relative inexperience and can only get better with subsequent movies. Kudos to Quinto for capturing the character of Mr. Spock so well.
Boldly go and see this one while it is still in theaters.