A great sequel! Possibly better then the first!

Rating: 9/10 (5 June 2013)

This movie has seriously made me a born again Trekkie fan. This sequel was able to do was few sequels can do, live up to its predecessor. The story was well written, while still keeping up with the classic Kirk and Spock relationship, they actually hit the relationship at a different angle. Although addressing Spock's emotionless state and lack of understanding of friendship against rules, I truly enjoyed how Abrams continued to develop this relationship. Also, BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH. He was amazing and flawless as the main villain, Khan. Although probably not particularly correct to the original Khan, he acted incredibly well and evil. He played both the villain who you could feel for, but then turned on a dime to be utterly evil. The movie was always action packed and just when you thought it was over, it picked up again with more action. I usually am a stickler for staying true to the original material, but I actually believe that the way that Abrams was telling his story, I really liked that he switched the roles of Kirk & Spock when it came to the death scene. It was powerful to see Spock understand the power of friendship and the sacrifice and selflessness ... it was a great scene for Spock, and of course, the legendary "KHAN" scream scene was great. It couldn't been a louder more powerful scream, but it had its effect.
There was much more fan service in this one which I'm sure original Trekkie fans are happy of! I really loved this sequel and would love to watch it again and again! Story was great, cast was awesome especially Cumberbatch and all around, a great sequel! Can't wait for the third!