Very good, but over-hyped

Rating: 8/10 (13 August 2009)

It's rare to find a good remake of a retro show that fits the time that they are remaking it. That's why I was happy to find Star Trek, a very good addition into the over-hyped list of good films. It's a nice mix of action, humor, and drama that did not quite deserve the recognition it got. Chris Pine play James T. Kirk, a troublemaker as a kid, now a space captain as an adult. Pine does a good job at following in Shatner's shoes. Zachary Quinto as well does a good job of following in Nimoy's shoes as Spock. I can't say they live up to Shatner's or Nimoy's greatness, but they certainly do do a very good job. It's an over-recognized film that's certainly still a very good film. I can also say anyone looking for the Leonard Nimoy cameo won't be let down and the supporting cast adds to the fun. But ultimately it's not the great film I was reading about, it's just a good film. It's very entertaining, ultimately satisfying film. Simon Pegg shows up towards the end as Montgomery Scott, and is hilarious and interesting, and it's a great performance. This is a fun and satisfying film that won't have you talking after the movie about it, and it's certainly not groundbreaking, just a simply good film.