Film Review-Star Trek

I am a huge fan of the Star Trek franchise and I have always been entranced by Gene Rodenberry's vision of humanity's future. I saw the cast and knew JJ Abrams was to direct; both gave me good reason to believe the franchise could have life again and a new generation would know the characters I grew up with and now hold dear to my heart. Nothing could prepare me for the emotional impact the film would have or the incredible sensory rollercoaster ride it would take me on. This new version of Star Trek was not just a great film for Star Trek fans and science fictions aficionados; this film was everything a film should be, in one, tightly wrapped, mind-blowing package. This film uses equal amounts of carefully measured character development, glorious special effects, and steam rolling action. The talented cast brought every character forward and they give you a reason to have interest in them. Every character is enhanced, bigger and better than they have ever been. Not only did this film stay close to Roddenberry's vision, but it is also one of the best science fiction movies that I have ever seen. It is better not to tell you the story, that should be a surprise, but I will say this incarnation does have some differences and I like them. Those differences do not over shadow the lore or the characters; both remain squarely intact, though many die hard Trekkers like myself may not like the differences. The script only has a few holes I could see, but the average viewer would never know what to look for, so it does not matter. The CGI is spectacular, but it is JJ Abram's use of traditional cinematography effects, that really makes what is on the screen special. The DVD extras are well worth watching; they give tremendous insight into the actors, the script, the director, the costumes, and the special effects. This film will revive the franchise, a franchise that now deserves a second chance. 5 light speed stars our of 5.

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