Brilliant movie that was rushed at the end.

Rating: 8/10 (14 August 2016)

First of all if you haven't seen Star Trek (2009) then stop now and go watch that movie before this one. (And read my review) Already seen it? Good. Let's continue.
Just like the first film, this one was great. Was it as good as the first? Almost.
If you have read my Star Trek (2009) review you will know that I love the cast. They all have great chemistry, deliver their lines brilliantly, and totally fit each and every one of their parts. Bringing in Benedict Cumberbatch to play Kahn was absolutely the right casting choice. He does an amazing job as Kahn in every way.
This movie reflects the other very much. Great script, funny jokes, and great acting. But here are the things I think should have been worked on a bit more:
1: The ending was rushed. By the time you realize Kahn in a villain (that is if you have never seen Star Trek: The Wrath of Kahn) the movie seems to speed at a hundred miles an hour to finish.
2: Spock and Uhurah's pushed aside romance. I loved their relationship in the last movie. They made and completed the movie in my opinion. In this one however their romance seemed to be pushed in the background, as if they were trying to find a way to end it quietly. (which thankfully doesn't happen here.) Spock and Uhura have so much chemistry it's crazy. As I have said in my last review, I hope we end up seeing them tying the knot in the fourth installment. I want to see a Star Trek movie with a legit married couple and not the 'dating everyone on the ship without making any commitments' thing I see in almost every Star Trek film. Please give us more Spock and Uhura!
3: What's the point of space ships if you can use a portable teleporter to beam half way across the galaxy?
4:As much as I love Chris Pine as Kirk, he should have stayed dead. For once I felt sad knowing a main character died in an act of selflessness. It made me emotional and made me realize 'Hey. If they'll kill off Kirk who else is going to die!?' I love it when I don't know what's going to happen next. The suspense that something might happen to a beloved character just draws you in. But once again, as in many movies, he didn't really die. If you're going to kill them off, do it.
Anyway that's my review! I hope you guys enjoy the film!