Incredible Effects, Questionable Resurrection

Rating: 6/10 (10 May 2009)

This film really has two different views, how good a movie it is and how good a Star Trek resurrection it is. As a movie it's a fun big-budget action film. The effects were incredible, exactly what every movie should aspire to emulate. Computer effects were used where necessary and attention was paid to the detail so it never detracted from the story. Physical effects/action were used where they would be best appreciated and would help to keep the audience (and actors) in the story. The plot was coherent enough for enjoyment, though it was clearly an action film and not a drama. I'm not sure how humorous it would be if you're not familiar with the Star Trek characters, but there were enough little tidbits just for the fun of it that everyone should get at least a chuckle or two. Highly recommended if you are looking for a good shoot 'em up time. If you're a big Trek fan, I (and my mother, also a big Trek fan) thought these characters were very believable as the younger selves of the original icons. All the necessary nods were included and most of the humor stemmed from this. That said, I'm not sure I could ever watch another film with these characters. The story veered greatly from the original history and some of the branches are just a little too weird for my fan comfort (I'm sure someone with spoilers will make mention of these few oddities). I liked having this glimpse into their youth but if any future movie is made I hope they will place new characters into this universe with the same style, careful action and fun.