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Rating: 4/10 (25 May 2013)

I'm not a Trekkie and so am not interested in comparing and complaining about this film vs. old Star Trek movies and shows. Having said that I've seen all the original Star Trek movies with Shatner and Nimoy and this is probably better than those to the average viewer. Unlike the comically bad "Dr. Who" quality special effects, this film has been dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century of CG.
That's where the good stops unfortunately. There is no acting (even the villain) noteworthy in the film. There is no groundbreaking script writing or story telling or directing here.
Unlike many viewers who compare it to Die Hard, I found it more closely resembled a Bond film. Don't get me wrong, it isn't BAD. It isn't good. Its just another movie. A chance to keep your $$ flowing to Hollywood. And with its $300+ million price tag, this might turn out to be a $ loser. Moderately entertaining, needs better editing (doesn't need to be 2+ hours long) and forgettable.