What happens when a superb dish is served with a delay

Rating: 7/10 (27 February 2020)

Following the amazing start the second chapter took its time to appear before our eyes. Four years is quite a gap that needs to be justified by something very good or was it just a masterful plan to make us forget how great was the first movie?
Such a long break might imply the change of the cast, however, we are lucky to have every familiar face back with some pleasant additions on top of that. I say 'pleasant' because somehow I cannot figure out my feelings towards Benedict Cumberbatch. No doubt he is a fascinating actor, although there is a subtle repetitiveness in his behavior each and every time he takes a role.
Anyhow, the plot is not letting us down. The scale grows, more and more undiscovered locations, species and dangers come up on the radar. Bulldozing through extremes the team leave you no choice but gasp at new trick they have stored up their sleeves.
It is fascinating how close you begin to follow every member of U.S.S. enterprise. The levels of empathy are just hitting the ceiling. A slightest worry on the screen doubles at your side. Same happens to the team that became as close as friends can get.
I can say that the sequel did good comparing to the first part, but four years of waiting might have built a bit of expectations. Together with a bunch of stupid moments it slightly damages the impression still leaving cool memories.