Absolutely Brilliant

Rating: 10/10 (22 May 2013)

As a true Star Trek fan, I was so amazed by the twists in this movie that I could only fathom the word "brilliant" to describe it. The plot villain was a true SURPRISE for me, and everyone else, and the story twist was perfect, playing off of what is my favorite movie out of the original six Star Trek movies.
If you are a true fan of the original series of movies made between '79-'91, then you will completely appreciate this movie, and the twists it brings forth. J.J. Abrams played this so cleverly, my mind is still processing how they came up with story line modifications, and how amazing it really was. It is hard to discuss the movie without giving away who/what the plot is, and how it all comes together. Needless to say, if you know ALL the characters from the original series of movies(not just the main cast, you'll have to dig a little deep in your memory for some surprises), you will love the twist and have complete appreciation as to how the new alternate reality has not lost itself from the original series.
I have seen a lot of the so-called "purists" claiming how bad the new ST movies are, but to me they are no different than people who eat caviar...just snobs faking they have knowledge of finer things when they really don't, because what they are eating really tastes like crap. My advice, get over yourselves, purists, and start appreciating the brilliance of what they are doing with the newly revitalized Star Trek storyline and enjoy it as much as the rest of us! Score 12/10 ...two thumbs up and an around-the-world snap! Well done, JJ...well done~