J.J. Abrams Delivers Again

Rating: 10/10 (10 May 2013)

**DEFINITE SPOILERS** I have to admit that I was skeptical of this movie since I hadn't heard any specific outlines (my son was way more enthusiastic in seeing it). Having said that, once again the characterisations, humour, intrigue and downright brilliant special effects were even better than the 2009 Star Trek movie. I truly enjoyed the tributes to the original Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan, leaving true Trekkie fans to believe that they were in a secret society of understanding from having seen the original. The entrance of the new, improved and extremely menacing Dreadnought Class fleet vessel, USS Vengeance escalated the suspense to a new level, to which Peter Weller's character was a perfect fit. Finally, as Khan, Benedict Cumberbatch portrayed the quintessential, purely evil villain in a performance that was masterful. There were two moments of true sadness, but I'll leave those out for everyone who hasn't seen the movie. It is definitely worth a look and it is great to see Star Trek being revived in such an excellent fashion.