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TagirixJul 23, 2016

Star Trek Beyond was my first movie Star Trek franchise. I was sceptical about it, since it was something weird to me. But when I went to the cinema, I realized that it was a lot like Star Wars. Seriously, if you haven't ever watched StarStar Trek Beyond was my first movie Star Trek franchise. I was sceptical about it, since it was something weird to me. But when I went to the cinema, I realized that it was a lot like Star Wars. Seriously, if you haven't ever watched Star Trek, you will think: "Yeah, it's definitely a lot like SW". But in fact there are a few similar things. Star Trek features a great experience, awesome special effects, splendid actors (missing you, Anton), and an usual plot. Why "usual"? Well, in my opinion, there was not anything special, but generally I liked the first part of the movie: it was much-much better, believe me. The second one was about destroying, killing, fighting, etc. But the first one was about relations between characters. In spite of the fact that many people think that movie is not worth watching, I would definitely do it. You will not regret.… Expand

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AvodeskormJul 23, 2016

Better then the other Jar Jar Abrams films. The biggest strength in this film, is that there is no one 'true' hero. It feels as if any one in the main cast could stand on their own as the main character. Though in the end, it's bogged down byBetter then the other Jar Jar Abrams films. The biggest strength in this film, is that there is no one 'true' hero. It feels as if any one in the main cast could stand on their own as the main character. Though in the end, it's bogged down by feeling like just another conventional action flick. Not much memorable about it, boring villain, dull story/plot, etc. etc. Basically, it just plays it too safe.… Expand

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MAGA_ManJul 23, 2016

Huge disappointment. Can't believe anyone could have any enthusiasm for this paint-by-numbers corporate turd. Completely betrays the tone and themes of the original Star Trek, and leans heavily on cheesy action movie tropes (like theHuge disappointment. Can't believe anyone could have any enthusiasm for this paint-by-numbers corporate turd. Completely betrays the tone and themes of the original Star Trek, and leans heavily on cheesy action movie tropes (like the butt-kicking 120-lb waif) to slap together a story. Easily the worst yet in this rapidly-declining series.… Expand

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devcybikoJul 23, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just saw "Star Trek Beyond." More like "Star Trek Beyond Belief." Quite possibly the worst Star Trek film ever. So much pain. Who piloted those bee ships? WTF with VHF? WTF with Sabatoge blowing up bee ships? What was this disaster bomb Idris Elba wanted? Why is destroying a Space Station somehow revenge for... what? If he had the power to leave the nebula for 400 years why didn't he? How many people were left from his crew? Why did they take Enterprise crew hostage? To "eat" them? Why did a ship built in the vacuum of space need to reach terminal velocity to start its engines? What happened to the people on the planet Idris Elba landed on? Did he eat them all? why did his face turn human at the last minute? I mean, the whole movie is a tissue of nonsense. This was nothing more than Fast & Furious in outer space. A complete waste of talent. It was not Star Trek. It wasn't even a pale imitation of Guardians of the Galaxy. I can't make any sense of this film. The worst of the original series movies made more sense than this film.… Expand

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megacritic321Jul 23, 2016

Man this was one boring badly written script. No substance don't understand how so many people gave it positive reviews. The story line was as typical as you can get with no substance. It was like many start trek movies stitched into one crapMan this was one boring badly written script. No substance don't understand how so many people gave it positive reviews. The story line was as typical as you can get with no substance. It was like many start trek movies stitched into one crap movie.When the jokes came through the film so bad they weren't funny anymore,seriously ! The previous movie was way better than this.
Watchable on DVD only, very disappointed.… Expand

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TheDorkElfJul 23, 2016

Wow. That is perhaps all you need to say after seeing this film because of how well it was truly handled. I was worried by the director Justin Lin going to carry this Star Trek into a direction that wouldn't gel well with this reboot universeWow. That is perhaps all you need to say after seeing this film because of how well it was truly handled. I was worried by the director Justin Lin going to carry this Star Trek into a direction that wouldn't gel well with this reboot universe but I actually believe he handled the reigns almost better than JJ Abrams. This film does something that the previous Star Treks didn't seem to do, callbacks to the original series. Comedy is more of the focus of this film but not in the way that is much in the way of jokes but playing off the banter of the crew along with clever and enjoyably goofy scenes. The performances of the reboot crew is as strong as ever for I got the feeling that I was watching an extended episode of the original series in a good way. The special effects are as strong as ever for scenes of destruction have impact and fun. The only major complaints that I have at the film is the villain is a weak one complemented by his explanation and backstory and that one character's tragedy and how you think it is going to resolve doesn't even come through and feels pointless to throw into the story. Honestly this film more deserves an 8.5/10 but Metacritic doesn't allow half points but all and all this film is certainly worth seeing even more than one time and is in my consideration of top ten films of the year… Expand

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dkminusJul 23, 2016

To begin with, just so you know where I'm coming from, I loved 2009's Star Trek. After seeing it, I was incredibly optimistic about the future of this franchise. Into Darkness nearly dashed that optimism. I've seen it a couple of times, and ITo begin with, just so you know where I'm coming from, I loved 2009's Star Trek. After seeing it, I was incredibly optimistic about the future of this franchise. Into Darkness nearly dashed that optimism. I've seen it a couple of times, and I just can't get into it. So, I was very reserved going into Star Trek Beyond. I'd seen only one of the trailers, and no other promotional material. I had no real expectations for it.

Star Trek Beyond is actually quite entertaining. The movie moves at a good pace, and I didn't feel like it got bogged down at any point. In fact, I wouldn't have minded if they slowed down and developed their new characters a bit. Krall never quite rises above "generic villain" status, and even Jayla, who plays well off the rest of the cast, isn't a very complex.

The returning cast are all very fun to watch. They have great on-screen chemistry, though they tend to blend together a bit. For most of the film, you could easily swap out one for another in a scene. They don't play as very unique individuals. Some of their individual arcs - where we see them struggle with who they are or what they want - are too briefly addressed to make an impact.

The action and effects were great. There were so many thrilling sequences. They didn't always make a ton of sense, but they were incredibly fun to watch. I will say, though, that there's one alien race which is entirely CG, and it's very jarring. Practical creature effects would have been better.

Overall, it was an enjoyable film. It didn't reach nearly the heights that it was capable of, but as summer blockbusters go, it was well worth seeing it in cinemas.… Expand

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uncompetativeJul 23, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had low expectations going in based on what proved to be a misrepresentative trailer that foregrounded Kirk. Simon Pegg's scintillating script separates Kirk from his crew so that the warm interplay of their characters can be explored as an ensemble piece. When Kirk and an arguably stronger Jaylah (Sofia Boutella previous seen in Kingsman: The Secret Service) return in force in the third act to save the crew, his motivations to regain all those that he cares for and her deep trepidations as a former captive of the antagonist give palpable weight to a fast paced rescue scene.

I was struck at how good the special effects were in terms of their highly imaginative conception. There is no CGI for CGI's sake, but awesomeness for the sake of delivering impactful visual metaphor. I have witnessed a rare thing: epic science fiction conveyed in terms of pure cinema and ensemble relationships explored without a desperate rush to the next whizz-bang. I was mesmerized.

To put things in perspective my 10/10 isn't a 10 to offset the unfair average user score, but as I can't give it a 9.8 I will give it a 10 rather than a 9 even though it is by no means in the same league as an original first film in a franchise like ALIEN, Predator, or Blade Runner. I don't want to mark it down to a 9 just because it is another sequel to a rebooted franchise from a TV series. I don't want to be sneering. This is the best Star Trek movie ever made, and without wanting to enrage fanboys, is twice as good as Star Wars: The Force Awakens - which I thoroughly enjoyed but recognised was a safe retread of A New Hope with some gender swapped characters.

The antagonist does look like strips of Plasticine™ have been glued onto his face, but then the aliens of Star Trek were generally more humanoid than Star Wars (and, indeed Farscape) due to the restrictions of their 60's Desilu Production's TV episodic budget. So, in a way the entirely non humanoid aliens which appear at the outset of this movie are somewhat jarring and occasionally crew from the Enterprise or the Space Station draw you out of the narrative by looking inconsistently bizarre (i.e. a full blown alien cameo is glimpsed in a scene in which a standard ridged-nosed one would have drawn less attention and avoid distracting you from the plot). It is probably the movie's only fault that either be firmly in the camp of the 'aliens are really alien' like Star Wars, or how they were on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine with the focus on gradually investing in character relations. Put it this way, take Leia and Han out of Star Wars and you have got nothing, everyone else is a boring void of uninteresting or unexpressed motivation or pent up emo rage. The fact that people think Empire is the best in the series when Han gets "iced" for most of it, leaving Mr Can't Act to whine at Mr Muppet just demonstrates how overated the entire franchise must be when its best episode is so structurally flawed, underutilises all of its characters, and ends on a forlorn cliffhanger.

In contrast, Star Trek Beyond is a masterpiece combining all the best aspects of every Trek movie thus far in one harmonious package with a clear message of hope and unity prevailing over the savage frontier. It is all the better for a fourth act that acknowledges that the luxuries of the Federation may underpin its utopian dream and when confronted with survival without hope of rescue it is understandable that hope should turn to hate.

Doctor 'Bones' McCoy (Karl Urban), Jaylah (Sofia Boutella), Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott (Simon Pegg), and Lieutenant Nyota Uhura (Zoe Saldana) give standout performances and deliver well crafted dialogue. I don't mind that Kirk (Chris Pine) isn't in the movie that much as I always felt he was miscast and would have liked Matt Damon in the Captain's chair instead. Perhaps, in another alternate reality...… Expand

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iamevilhomerJul 23, 2016

It's pretty good overall just like the first one. That into fartness was pretty bad lol lets be honest. That movie is like a 5...

But this one actually makes sense for the most part, has a villain that isn't trash, and actually has funnyIt's pretty good overall just like the first one. That into fartness was pretty bad lol lets be honest. That movie is like a 5...

But this one actually makes sense for the most part, has a villain that isn't trash, and actually has funny jokes. Bones in particular is hilarious. The film also pays respect to the original trekkies which was nice. Unlike that last movie which got Khan all wrong... Ugh.... Anyways believe it or not this new one did a good job for the most part. Easily a 7/8/9 out of 10. I never give 10's because there is no such thing as a perfect film but this one is still worth the money to go see in theaters.

Letting Simon Pegg write instead of that hack David lindolhoff or however the heck you spell his stupid name made a huge difference obviously lol.

Clearly Abrams focused more on star wars than he did with into fartness. The changes of developers behind beyond was for the best and it worked out pretty good. This was totally better than the last one. You can't really hate this film. It's a good star trek film.

Bonus... The new characters added to the cast are VERY good in this film. Best part of the movie honestly.… Expand

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migdalorguyJul 23, 2016

Eh. Had a few nice moments that were nods to how the original characters might have been, how they conversed, etc. However, I had major issues with plotlines (highly stretches the willing suspension of disbelief factor) and especially scale.Eh. Had a few nice moments that were nods to how the original characters might have been, how they conversed, etc. However, I had major issues with plotlines (highly stretches the willing suspension of disbelief factor) and especially scale. Someone did not do their homework when it came to scaling gigantic starships and even more giant dyson-sphere-like settings with each other, with human beings, etc. A starship that would be huge in outer space was reduced to a ridiculously smaller scale when planet bound, inside a space station, or crashed on a planet. Just plain sloppy.… Expand

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Lunazen111Jul 23, 2016

I was really so incredibly disappointed in this movie. By the middle of the film, there was no going back for me. Hated it more than Insurrection and Nemesis. My sons (17 and 24), raised on Trek and fans of action films in their own right,I was really so incredibly disappointed in this movie. By the middle of the film, there was no going back for me. Hated it more than Insurrection and Nemesis. My sons (17 and 24), raised on Trek and fans of action films in their own right, hated this movie as much as I did. This is TREK! Not some empty-headed, existing only for thrills and profit "summer blockbuster" action film. Such a shame...

It was so terrible, it doesn't even deserve eloquence in a review. Instead, a list:

The BAD

1. The action. Good God, the action. Way too much of it, way too dark and hard to see, way too blurry, too much use of camera shake, far too disjointed and ambiguous in communicating there wheres/whys/hows/whos, and stupidly unrealistic. Kirk is a human, not a superhero. The physical feats accomplished at points were simply too ridiculous to enjoy.

2. The science was shoddy as hell, making the black hole concept in the first reboot seem entirely credible by comparison

3. The cliched one liners. We get it. It's Trek. Being a Trek fan for 38 or my 43 years, I'm all into the iconic things that make the characters who they are. But it needs to go BEYOND the cliches. After all these years, depth of character is possible, welcome and expected... not these one dimensional facades we were given in STB. After an hour of mindbogglingly boring action sequences, I found myself not able to care about the forced heart-to-hearts between characters. Too little, too late.

4. Speaking of one dimensional... the bad guy. Who cares? I certainly didn't. He was just Generic Bad Guy. His motivations, which were largely missing for 99% of the film, once revealed were simply silly. Fabricated. Under-developed. Vacuous.

5. Considering the enormous amount of destruction, I was baffled by Kirk's relative lack of reaction. We all know his ship is his baby. Where was the emotion? Where was the urgency in evacuation orders when it was clear, within minutes, that there was not a chance of saving Her?

6. Music as a weapon? Give me a break, please... PLEASE!

The GOOD (which all together elevate this review to a 1)

1. The box

2. The space dock concept was interesting.

3. The dedications at the end.

I'm going to file this film away with The Last Airbender, The Phantom Menace and every Chuck Norris movie ever made as being UNWATCHABLE & ENTIRELY FORGETTABLE.

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GigabobJul 23, 2016

I was hoping for so much more - but instead got Fast and Furious in space. None of the introspection and prod to my intellect to think about the future. Even so I did have one major epiphany - In an era where we are on the cusp of generalI was hoping for so much more - but instead got Fast and Furious in space. None of the introspection and prod to my intellect to think about the future. Even so I did have one major epiphany - In an era where we are on the cusp of general availability of self driving cars - who would put a human in charge of "flying" a spaceship. What human could calculate thrust levels relative to structural integrity much less make the kind of microsecond adjustment needed to maneuver like a hot rod in atmosphere. Humans will interface with computers to drive cars in 30 years - they will not perform the actual maneuvering of a space ship in 300 years. In fact my question became - what will a deep space probe actually look like in 300 years. Will it be more machine and wet-ware in a form of cyber-synth without any legacy human element?

But for the early 21st Century it did provide 2 hours of mindless entertainment. So it gets a 7.… Expand

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AnnieTJul 23, 2016

This movie was beyond violence, including to women. Unfortunately, many of us have become so accustomed to it in movies that we take it for granted. Beware, America, and beware, parents, before you allow your children to see this move.

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PesteyJul 23, 2016

In the words of Captain Picard "Nicely Done". My opinion is this movie was well written, well directed, and the actors did great. I really enjoyed the writers using the alternate universe to its fullest. I am excited to see what they come upIn the words of Captain Picard "Nicely Done". My opinion is this movie was well written, well directed, and the actors did great. I really enjoyed the writers using the alternate universe to its fullest. I am excited to see what they come up with next.… Expand

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KKell83Jul 23, 2016

Star Trek Beyond was exactly what I expected; it had humor, action, and suspense. What I liked about the film was it kept the original cast, but that's basically it. Unfortunately, this film failed in my eyes. I wasn't excited by how directorStar Trek Beyond was exactly what I expected; it had humor, action, and suspense. What I liked about the film was it kept the original cast, but that's basically it. Unfortunately, this film failed in my eyes. I wasn't excited by how director Justin Lin did all his video touches (he enjoys inverting his video - filming upside down first then coming back around), it was very annoying to say the least.

Furthermore, the main issue I had with this film is it never left you at the edge of your seat. Yes, they had large battles (a bit much if you ask me) and some neat special effects, but it was just 'dry' and predictable. Less effects, more story, please. The battles went super quick - rapid scenes every second vs just watching the devastation unfold made me dazed and sometimes confused. Not to mention, I never had the true sense that Krall (main villain) was actually evil, it didn't feel genuine like the previous films.

All in all, the film was mediocre, but nothing like the first two as far as action, humor, storyline. I feel this has to do with the Justin Lins vision vs the original director - too many variations between the films, but still something to watch. Hopefully Justin Lin sticks to the Fast and Furious franchise.… Expand

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AngusJul 23, 2016

Abbramsverse is just an action flick, will not call it the Kelvin Timeline to help Paramount distance themselves from the train wreck that is Abrams reputation after his last couple reboots. Not Star Trek unfortunately as they keep removingAbbramsverse is just an action flick, will not call it the Kelvin Timeline to help Paramount distance themselves from the train wreck that is Abrams reputation after his last couple reboots. Not Star Trek unfortunately as they keep removing the parts that make Star Trek unique.

Its basically Star Wars with phasers now and add in the latest ideological talking point from the San Francisco hipster religion.… Expand

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tjman09Jul 23, 2016

Star Trek: Beyond is here, and it is truly unlike any other Star Trek movie you’ve ever seen. Directed by Justin Lin, who directed four entries in the Fast and Furious franchise, the film continues on the more fast paced and slightlyStar Trek: Beyond is here, and it is truly unlike any other Star Trek movie you’ve ever seen. Directed by Justin Lin, who directed four entries in the Fast and Furious franchise, the film continues on the more fast paced and slightly bombastic feel of the rebooted franchise. Star Trek: Beyond is often funny, fast paced and action packed, and features a cool new villain. The film is also co-written by Simon Pegg, and thus has a lot more moments of humor, sometimes resembling the Marvel mold more than Star Trek.
Star Trek films have historically been inconsistent when it comes to humor, some like Star Trek: The Voyage Home or Star Trek (2009) have been very funny, and some like Star Trek: Wrath of Khan, forwent humor for seriousness. This film may just be the funniest Star Trek film yet, because it’s not quite as silly as some of the other films, but manages to have a lot of good quips. The film’s sense of humor is most likely a product of Simon Pegg co-writing the film, and that has proven to be a great decision. It should be stated that the humor does make Star Trek: Beyond feel slightly more like a summer blockbuster than a Star Trek film, and they are different.
Star Trek Beyond is structured slightly more like an action film, as the pacing grows in tempo until the end of the film when it culminates in a big finale. This is more consistent with the pacing of the rebooted franchise, however the film never quite elevates like the previous two films did. The action sequences in this film are very good, which comes as no surprise given that Lin, who is experienced in shooting action sequences was in the helm. One surprise of this film was the villain character, Krall.
The rebooted franchise of Star Trek movies has done an amazing job forming well-rounded villains. The villain in this film feels weak at the beginning, but as the film progresses his motives become more clear. Both Nero and Khan were good villains, and while Krall isn’t as well rounded he is a serviceable villain. That being said the other characters in the film aren’t very well developed, besides Captain Kirk, who is given some development.
All-in-all this is probably the weakest of the rebooted franchise in my opinion, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a good movie, it is. Star Trek Beyond is very entertaining, fast paced, action-packed, funny, and has a very good villain. The film is a very good time at the theaters, and is fairly family friendly, for those who love summer blockbusters this is a perfect summer movie for you.… Expand

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sosbanfawrJul 23, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked this. The story and characters felt much more like actual Star Trek than he previous 2 in this re-boot series. There is still the problem of Quinto's Spock making out Vulcans to be the galaxy's most emotional creatures ever, but this is toned down to just the slightly off-beat decision to go save his girlfriend. A few strange dead-ends in the plot only came to me after the credits rolled (what happened to the Yorktown's rescue fleet, for example). The finale is still 'too Hollywood' but taken as a whole the story is engaging and the characters are interesting. Hopefully the success of Pegg's story heralds a trend that ACTUAL FANS of the source material are given prominent roles in bringing the making/remaking to the big-screen, instead of the merchandisers and bean-counters. As a standalone piece of entertainment 9/10, as a Star Trek piece, 7/10. Overall a solid 8/10.… Expand

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nahtan1244Jul 23, 2016

I have not watched the star trek movies in a very long time so i am no Trekkie. However I do remember bits and pieces. For the third entry into the rebooted star trek cannon this was very good. It does not come close to the excellent filmI have not watched the star trek movies in a very long time so i am no Trekkie. However I do remember bits and pieces. For the third entry into the rebooted star trek cannon this was very good. It does not come close to the excellent film that was the first but then again isn't the first always the best one?. Anyway I enjoyed the mix of tons of action, humor and heart Justin lin brought to this movie. Chris pine proves once again he is a great James t Kirk. He is not as demanding as william shatner from what i can rember he still is great. Some of the standouts through is Karl urban as bones and Simon Pegg as Scotty. I also enjoyed the addition of jala. I thought she was super cool and i would like to see more of her character. A few small gripes i have are the villain is about as generic as can get. I mean whats up with Hollywood and generic villains. I felt that zachary quinto didn't brought a little more humor to his character than i would have liked he was still good as always though, Also The twist near the end where the villains revels his motivations are about as bland as they come. Still This movies is worth watching and is much better than into darkness which was not bad it still pares in comparison to this one and the first.… Expand

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PeterAlexanderJul 23, 2016

The third instalment of the re-booted Star Trek franchise is fun, humorous and action packed. The recent films have strayed from the historic Star Trek formula, bringing far more excitement to the picture. The films on the most part have doneThe third instalment of the re-booted Star Trek franchise is fun, humorous and action packed. The recent films have strayed from the historic Star Trek formula, bringing far more excitement to the picture. The films on the most part have done this very well, Star Trek beyond however, does it best. The film is grounded and has its emotional moments, but truly recognises itself as a large scale space adventure. Star Trek Beyond thrives on its understanding of being a blockbuster film with an array of epic scenes that will send chills down your spine.… Expand

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NdamahJul 23, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As others I was super skeptic before but this was equal or even better than the first reboot. Action, fun, some background story as I want it between Doc and Spock and others. I truly don't understand the critics here. Still also don't understand the hype on the for much shallower latest Starwars reboot. Well done Mr Lin. Please give us another one. Can't wait,… Expand

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bdykstraJul 23, 2016

I wonder if J.J. Abrams got Lin to have this movie be so awful, folks would forget about their complaints about the last movie. "Oh you wanna see bad Star Trek? I'll show you bad Star Trek!"

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moviemitch96Jul 22, 2016

This was without a doubt a very fun and entertaining addition to the recent line of Star Trek films! I'd say that this one relies the most on entertainment, humor, and action, unlike the previous two installments that relied a lot on story inThis was without a doubt a very fun and entertaining addition to the recent line of Star Trek films! I'd say that this one relies the most on entertainment, humor, and action, unlike the previous two installments that relied a lot on story in addition to these. It should also go without saying that the visuals are top-notch and the action sequences and stunts are up to par with the previous installments. And of course, the returning main cast all bring their talents and charm together to make the film all the more great and fun. Overall, while it may not be too heavy on story this time around, it still serves as good, solid popcorn entertainment and marks another welcome entry to the rebooted Star Trek films!… Expand

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ArtheisJul 22, 2016

This movie is a must see for the summer for 2016. Star Trek beyond not only goes beyond but above too. The characters bring great depth to the already amazing plot. While the first two movies didn't particularly focus on the federationsThis movie is a must see for the summer for 2016. Star Trek beyond not only goes beyond but above too. The characters bring great depth to the already amazing plot. While the first two movies didn't particularly focus on the federations exploration and the key task of the USS Enterprise, this movie shows a lighter side of what the enterprise crew faces, and what the federation brings to the unknown frontier. There is no shortage of humor or action to boot. Spock's emotions are increasingly becoming more human throughout the movies, and that is something to truly fall in love with and feel with the conflicting character. If some may remember, and don't quote me exactly on this but Shatner as Kirk once said "Of all the souls I've encountered in my travels, his was the most....human." It's on thing to watch a movie, but to sit there and feel like you are right there with the characters in the movie is a new high, and Star Trek Beyond delivers that. So please go and enjoy the movie like so many others are, so that they will continue to improve and make greater Star Trek feature films that we can all love and enjoy for generations to come.… Expand

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kiwijinxterJul 22, 2016

I personally thought Star Trek Beyond is just as good as the previous two. Yes it feels a bit different this time round, but it's just as exciting. The fight scenes seems more visceral and intense, but it still pretty much starts with a bang,I personally thought Star Trek Beyond is just as good as the previous two. Yes it feels a bit different this time round, but it's just as exciting. The fight scenes seems more visceral and intense, but it still pretty much starts with a bang, it's got cool choreography, it's fun and it's still got the characters we all loved from the last two - plus at least a cool new character. Given the last two movies focused on developing the characters, Star Trek Beyond could (and did) afford to focus more on the action and the movie plot itself. And this, Justin Lin did. I reckon if Justin Lin continues to direct Star Trek movies, he could take it to the lengths his Fast & Furious have gone - mindblowingly epic and action-packed. Well worth it and I'd certainly get the Blu Ray when it comes out. I love how the new Star Trek movies are all turning out to be - epic.… Expand

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SHORTFINGERJul 22, 2016

outstanding. i enjoyed it a lot. i have never seen so many people at a 430 showing almost 3/4 full. it was over before i knew it. lots a funny lines in the movie we all laugh. special effects where great too. cannot wait for the next one

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astle_20Jul 22, 2016

Amazing movie. Have watched the previous films in the rebooted series and can say that this one is the best of the lot. It has all the elements that will make this movie a blockbuster. Amazing cast, great plot line, just the right mix ofAmazing movie. Have watched the previous films in the rebooted series and can say that this one is the best of the lot. It has all the elements that will make this movie a blockbuster. Amazing cast, great plot line, just the right mix of special effects, and of course humor when you need it. Whether you are a first time watcher or a star trek fan, I can honestly say that this is the best movie to date that's come out this year. What are you waiting for? Go watch it!!!… Expand

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roman_emperorJul 22, 2016

I wasn't initially going to watch this movie. I thought that the trailers sucked, but then I realized that I enjoyed the first two film, and decided to watch this one. This film is fun. It has plenty of action. It has a much different feelI wasn't initially going to watch this movie. I thought that the trailers sucked, but then I realized that I enjoyed the first two film, and decided to watch this one. This film is fun. It has plenty of action. It has a much different feel from the previous two. It is slow to get itself going in motion, but once it gets going, it is a phenomenal movie. I really recommend this movie.… Expand

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gfnyJul 22, 2016

More Star Wars than Star Trek and this was a big disappointment. First rate production, good acting, convoluted storyline that is difficult to follow. Close up camera shots with shaky camera and scenes flashing by in a blur. A lot ofMore Star Wars than Star Trek and this was a big disappointment. First rate production, good acting, convoluted storyline that is difficult to follow. Close up camera shots with shaky camera and scenes flashing by in a blur. A lot of shootem up and explosions.… Expand

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Rebecca31Jul 22, 2016

Well this certainly turned out to be the weakest of new Star Trek movies. You happy now J.J.Abrams? If you give a Star Trek movie to the Fast and Furious director you're gonna get a film that can only be described as "meh, it was alright."Well this certainly turned out to be the weakest of new Star Trek movies. You happy now J.J.Abrams? If you give a Star Trek movie to the Fast and Furious director you're gonna get a film that can only be described as "meh, it was alright." Buckle up for motorbikes, loud music and way too much use of the words "wee" and "lass." looking at you Simon Pegg. Also featuring a mediocre villain which just shouldn't happen if you get Idris Elba. Despite all this it's entertaining and recommended for the fans. But if that isn't enough, you wouldn't want to miss Anton Yelchin's last performance as Chekov.… Expand

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ProsmoothJul 22, 2016

One of the better Trek movies. I thought the villain was weak until I didn't (hint)--so the middle of the movie confused me until it didn't (hint). Movie reminded me of one of the better episodes of TOS or TNG--plus more action. A little muchOne of the better Trek movies. I thought the villain was weak until I didn't (hint)--so the middle of the movie confused me until it didn't (hint). Movie reminded me of one of the better episodes of TOS or TNG--plus more action. A little much too action for me--but that just goes to my personal taste. Really strong supporting character who comes in about a third of the way into the movie. She was awesome. Pretty good humor and a nice message about team work and finding your way in this crazy crazy place we call the universe. Good movie.… Expand

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dammanJul 22, 2016

Looks great. People come on this site to troll so go see the movie and get your popcorn hot and ready. Peace. Always great sound effects and acting is spot on.

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BenjiTheWalrusJul 22, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece that not only used source material properly from shows like Enterprise and TOS, but also gave the feeling of an actual Star Trek experience! The action was not just flashy and explosions, it was used very well to advance the plot. My favorite part was the callbacks to Enterprise with the USS Franklin descriptions. Also, when the Excelsior (possibly) was built at the end with a time lapse construction. All-in-all, a movie that comes closer to Gene Roddenberry's vision of exploring space, while also exploring what it means to be human.… Expand

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sayyyywhatttJul 22, 2016

So let me first say, I'm not a trekkie so the formula for a great star trek movie may be lost on me. I will say I loved the first two movies in this series, which is why I was stoked to see this one. To my surprise I was very disappointed.So let me first say, I'm not a trekkie so the formula for a great star trek movie may be lost on me. I will say I loved the first two movies in this series, which is why I was stoked to see this one. To my surprise I was very disappointed. There were a few things that stood out to me as flaws, first was the shotty CGI. I feel like there were so many spots in this movie where I was like, oh thats a green screen, and there..... and there. I like to be taken on a journey while i'm watching a movie like star trek, or star wars (sorry if mentioning those two movies in the same sentence is taboo) and noticing bad cgi subtracts from that experience for me. Second, the set design, a good part of the movie I felt like they had some sets that were as if a 10 year old created. They looked really cheap, and made me think that they had a much lower budget. There were some instances where I was like... is that styrofoam. Third, a lot of acting seemed forced to me. Now again I'm not a trekkie so maybe that is how the original characters act, but for me a lot of the comedic timing was cringe worthy. I was not a fan of the doc at all, which is strange because, I feel like he was fine in the other movies. Again I haven't watched those for a while so maybe he was always like that. But I would say most of lines seemed like they we're trying to act if you know what i'm saying, just not a natural flow to them. Last thing I am going to talk about is the villian. For me especially following khan... this one just pales in comparison. I feel like there wasn't one moment were I was like, "this guy is evil, or shoot hes a mastermind." I felt that he was shallow and just super uninteresting. Guys I really wanted to like this movie I did! However I found myself looking at my phone and wanting the movie to just end. I will say the last quarter of the movie a lot of the problems I had seemed to be addressed and it got better. However by then its too late.… Expand

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TodOrcimJul 22, 2016

This is truly the first time I have disliked Star Trek. At every turn it seemed that the movie contradicted itself. The plot followed basic movie tropes and most of the biggest scenes were completely phoned in.

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JonZsuJul 22, 2016

Stunning visuals and a tight plot, with a few good funny moments; Star Trek Beyond is a well executed effort for a summertime blockbuster. The cast is as amazing as the audiences remembered. Compared to the first two installments of theStunning visuals and a tight plot, with a few good funny moments; Star Trek Beyond is a well executed effort for a summertime blockbuster. The cast is as amazing as the audiences remembered. Compared to the first two installments of the reboot series, Star Trek Beyond is somewhat flawed in its pace. Some emotions could not be effectively conveyed by the timing and pacing, but the film wins with the cool action scenes.… Expand

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Jess_HillJul 22, 2016

Live long and prosper indeed! This is a thoroughly enjoyable film which is much truer to the spirit of the original series than previous films, probably due to the influence of Pegg's considered and, at times hilarious, script. Nicely paced,Live long and prosper indeed! This is a thoroughly enjoyable film which is much truer to the spirit of the original series than previous films, probably due to the influence of Pegg's considered and, at times hilarious, script. Nicely paced, with some stunning cinematography, there's a lot to take in, though some of the editing in fight sequences does occasionally become disorienting. The soundtrack provides an excellent accompianment both tonally and thematically, and there's enough here for both fans of the franchise and new viewers alike. A fun, engaging experience that's worth your time. 8.23/10.… Expand

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Ron_PaulJul 22, 2016

I enjoyed the movie and I would definitely like to see it again as soon as it becomes available on other channels.
I thought the movie was very much character and action driven, it has a few really funny moments as well.
I did think it wasI enjoyed the movie and I would definitely like to see it again as soon as it becomes available on other channels.
I thought the movie was very much character and action driven, it has a few really funny moments as well.
I did think it was quite light on the story side, there is some form of philosophical tension (which I won't go into because I don't want to give out any spoilers) but the ideological conflict feels forced and a bit thin. It's a missed opportunity really.
The end-result is a movie that will still have enough for most of the trekkies out there, and is also very accessible to the general audience.… Expand

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VadertimeJul 22, 2016

So, the commercials and previews heightened my expectations more than they should have. This was a good, solid outing, but I don't think it was a good as the first two movies since the reboot of the franchise. I'm not sure that Krall'sSo, the commercials and previews heightened my expectations more than they should have. This was a good, solid outing, but I don't think it was a good as the first two movies since the reboot of the franchise. I'm not sure that Krall's character was fully developed since he starts out as a villain and ends up more like a vengeful, tragic figure. Sofia Boutella needed to be a far more central character. Spock and Bones are developing nicely as is Kirk. Let's move on to the 4th movie.… Expand

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ahnehnoisJul 22, 2016

I was as much a skeptic as anyone, but the switch to Justin Lin as director has produced the most enjoyable of the rebooted Star Trek movies. Granted, it still isn't high art, but if you go in for a popcorn movie and take anything else youI was as much a skeptic as anyone, but the switch to Justin Lin as director has produced the most enjoyable of the rebooted Star Trek movies. Granted, it still isn't high art, but if you go in for a popcorn movie and take anything else you get out of it as a bonus, you'll be happy.

More interestingly, it may also be the Star Trek-iest of the new movies. Beyond the references to the original cast and the series they inhabited, the script also bears obvious similarities to elements of Generations and First Contact and even Insurrection. The pace of editing has dropped out of warp enough to have some shots of what old-school fans would call "spaceship porn", and Michael Giacchino, while he's no Jerry Goldsmith, clearly is attempting to channel him with some of the action cues.

The plot is apt enough, and conveys a sense of exploration and general goodwill (rather than one feeling like Starfleet is a miltary organization). I liked it on some levels, but felt it needed some more rewrites. It has its moments, but the villain and his conflict never really has enough weight or meaning, and some of the dialogue was rather utilitarian and in need of a dose of poetry.

The action, however, isn't in need of much else at all. It's as pretty and modern as JJ Abrams Trek was, but more intelligible, engaging, and with less lens flares. The inherent drawbacks one now expects from the reboots; the kitsch of the original series and a certain sense of cheapness that comes with excessive CGI, and it lacks the seriousness and weight that a few of the best bits of Star Trek carry. But honestly, this movie is as good as or better than many of its cinematic predecessors, and for a film that was picked by some to damage the franchise, I don't think it will.… Expand

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x0v3rKiLxJul 22, 2016

Every piece of the formula that has ever made a great Star Trek movie is present and accounted for in Beyond. The action, adventure, humor, compelling conflict, character chemistry, and memorable moments are all there. A visually stunning andEvery piece of the formula that has ever made a great Star Trek movie is present and accounted for in Beyond. The action, adventure, humor, compelling conflict, character chemistry, and memorable moments are all there. A visually stunning and - at times - emotionally captivating movie. Dare I say the most fun I've ever had watching a Star Trek movie. They hit it out of the park with this one. A must see for any Trekkie.… Expand

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MoviebuffreviewJul 22, 2016

Star Trek Beyond mixes up the formula of the previous two films by being far slower in pace and smaller in scale. This is welcome not only because it is a nice departure from the previous two films, but also because it makes it feel the mostStar Trek Beyond mixes up the formula of the previous two films by being far slower in pace and smaller in scale. This is welcome not only because it is a nice departure from the previous two films, but also because it makes it feel the most like the original series of these three movies. Fortunately, the cast from the previous movies are able to make this change in pace work, being as consistently likable and entertaining as they were in the previous films. Unfortunately, while the scale of the story is welcome, it struggles in the way of character development and themes, setting up some interesting ideas without exploring them for the rest of the movie. And while the previous two films were able to distract with brisk pacing and some well filmed action sequences, Justin Lin does not handle the action sequences well, especially in comparison to Abrams. Many of them are often disorienting and difficult to follow, which makes the narrative shortcomings even more apparent. All of this amounts to a film that makes some improvements upon its predecessors, but also takes many steps backwards, making it less enjoyable in many ways. Star Trek Beyond is still worth watching, but while the crew of the Enterprise boldly goes where no one has gone before, this film doesn't quite have the legs to fully live up to that legacy.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeJul 22, 2016

Star Trek Beyond's line of striking me down with a big sci-fi treat manages me to come back to the Star Trek franchise with a big bang. This is another one of those movies that cannot be missed for the summer.

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