Rollicking star trek fan pleaser

Rating: 9/10 (13 May 2009)

The only reason it doesn't get 10 out of 10 is that this should be a part one of two - I want more. Kirk's early beginning is terrific and very in character. Chris Pine is fantastic and pleasingly not the perfect chisel jawed American hero - Kirk is flawed great stuff. Zachary Quinto as Spock is excellent and very reminiscent of the glory days when Star trek films were something to look forward to and to be impressed by. This is really something special. The whole cast works brilliantly well together. As each familiar character came into play I couldn't fault JJ Abrams choices. Leonard Nimoy is a wonderful mythic addition to an already great film. His turn as Spock gives the film a grounding in the science fiction hall of fame. This is definitely a film I will watch again and I can't wait to see the special features on the DVD. Definitely recommended for all serious science fiction fans. Enjoy!