Paramount Pictures | Release Date: May 7, 2009
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JohnO.May 8, 2009
The movie was excellent!! I just walked in the house from seeing the movie and I am going to have trouble sleeping, because of the excitement. Everyone did an fantastic job of pulling off the characters. There was no need for a super The movie was excellent!! I just walked in the house from seeing the movie and I am going to have trouble sleeping, because of the excitement. Everyone did an fantastic job of pulling off the characters. There was no need for a super mind-twisting plot (for some reason, the few naysayers must have a "Memento" type plot twist). Lots of action, funny moments, and a bit of "that sucks for him" moments. If you don't know about Star Trek, you don't need to. A great job of introducing the characters and what Starfeet is about. The only downfall of the movie: is that it had to end!!! You are either going to love it or like it. ;) Treat yourself and go watch this movie! Expand
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MichaelR.May 8, 2009
"OUT OF THIS WORLD" The starting of a new story line for more Star Trek movies.
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JeanK.May 8, 2009
It answers the questions you didn't know you had! WOW what a ride!
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EricO.May 9, 2009
Just absolutely fantastic! Rarely has a movie that I have anticipated SO much lived up to the anticipation and expectation. What a way to reboot Star Trek. Thank you Mr. Abrams.
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PatrickT.May 8, 2009
Absolutely thrilling! Star Trek left me in awe as I left the theater; I was completely blown away by the epic scale of this incredible masterpiece.
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MariaA.May 8, 2009
the movie rocked it! action beginning to end, characters dead on and insider jokes hilarious!
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JeanneR.May 8, 2009
This movie was fantastic. My husband and I have followed Star Trek since day one. I was a bit leary, wondering if we were going to be able to believe the new younger actors playing our favorite characters. But we were pleasantly surprised This movie was fantastic. My husband and I have followed Star Trek since day one. I was a bit leary, wondering if we were going to be able to believe the new younger actors playing our favorite characters. But we were pleasantly surprised and even our 12 yr old daughter was enthralled with it. None of us wanted to see the movie end. We are eagerly looking forward to perhaps the next one. Expand
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PeterK.May 10, 2009
Star Trek is back and better than ever! Loved this! Great casting and more than plausible plot kept the audience riveted!
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JasonL.May 10, 2009
Amazing feeling. want to watch it again.
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E.igorMay 10, 2009
I have never even liked star trek... but this movie was incredible.
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MichaelB.May 10, 2009
Fantastic, i went to see Star Trek having the gut feeling it was going to be a childish space journey but was thrilled to find it was an action packed movie filled with great story, wit and characters.
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DaveJ.May 10, 2009
Great movie! very exciting with some laughs I wasn't expecting. Overall like the story line very much and mixing the old star trek with the new.
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CharlesT.May 7, 2009
Had all the heart and soul of the original series!
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LondonAntonioMay 7, 2009
Story, action, cassic lines cleverly inserted without cheesiness all make for a wonderful eye-candied amazing movie.
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TimBMay 7, 2009
BEST PREQUEL ever, Abrams gets my lucas money from now on.
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AndrewW.May 7, 2009
Exciting, funny, thrilling and moving! Star Trek is a fantastic movie and a loving tribute to this enduring franchise.
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ChristopherGMay 7, 2009
Absolute masterpiece - saw it at IMAX and would have happily walked straight back in and watched it again.
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DrewS.May 8, 2009
This movie is excellent, no matter how you look at it. It
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ShawnR.May 8, 2009
I attended the midnight showing of this incredible movie. I made a point of not researching and went in with an open mind. I was a little concerned at the beginning as I started to notice some deviation from the original series when I I attended the midnight showing of this incredible movie. I made a point of not researching and went in with an open mind. I was a little concerned at the beginning as I started to notice some deviation from the original series when I finally "caught" what Abrams had done. Time travel that changed the space time continuum!!! What a stroke of genius!!!! After I realized what he had done and where he was going it was a great trip and I was literally hanging on the edge of my seat. What better way to change up the story line and still stay true to the essence that is Star Trek. I for one am looking forward to this...... trilogy??? I think it has great potential. Expand
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AndrewZ.May 8, 2009
As a 53 yr old self professed Star Trek fan from the original series, I have to say I was stunned and delighted watching Star Trek not once tonight, but TWICE! I loved watching this perfectly cast new group of young actors slip comfortably As a 53 yr old self professed Star Trek fan from the original series, I have to say I was stunned and delighted watching Star Trek not once tonight, but TWICE! I loved watching this perfectly cast new group of young actors slip comfortably into the characters made famous in the 1st go round. It reminded me of how neatly the new James Bond slipped into the shoes worn by Sean Connery. What a BLAST! I can't wait for the next installment. Live long and prosper JJ Abrams!! Now if he could just end LOST next year on such a strong note that would also be appreciated! Expand
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ChrissieJ.May 8, 2009
I was not disappointed, it met all my expectations as a Trek fan of 40 years. The best Star Trek movie ever.
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JohnL.May 8, 2009
I dont even like star trek nor did i get the ''inside'' jokes but i had a blast watching this movie!!! easily one of the best movies of the year and the reason i like going to the theater..so grab some popcorn and enjoy I dont even like star trek nor did i get the ''inside'' jokes but i had a blast watching this movie!!! easily one of the best movies of the year and the reason i like going to the theater..so grab some popcorn and enjoy it for what it is. Expand
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ChrisS.May 8, 2009
Best movie of the year. Action Packed, the overall developing of the characters is Excellent.. Well Done! Interesting to see how the stories will change regarding the time line.. When is the next one!
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JanewayOutMay 8, 2009
Amazing movie. Saw it on IMAX and was very impressed.!
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JohnM.May 8, 2009
This movie has given the Star Trek franchise new life, gone are the endless and pointless technobabble scenes. Orion babes are back, the genuine humor of the Original Series has been captured perfectly and the storyline is better than Wrath This movie has given the Star Trek franchise new life, gone are the endless and pointless technobabble scenes. Orion babes are back, the genuine humor of the Original Series has been captured perfectly and the storyline is better than Wrath of Kahn by far. This is what Star Trek should be!!! It grabs you from the first scene and does not let you go until the end. Expand
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JoanG.May 8, 2009
For Trekkies and, I suspect, non-Trekkies alike, a joy from start to finish. I had come to the conclusion that the people who were most recently running the Star Trek franchise (before Abrams) held the fans in contempt -- thinking that any For Trekkies and, I suspect, non-Trekkies alike, a joy from start to finish. I had come to the conclusion that the people who were most recently running the Star Trek franchise (before Abrams) held the fans in contempt -- thinking that any deviation from a decades-old style of storytelling would be rejected. But the series was cutting-edge when it started 40 years ago, and the only way to respect that spirit is to remain cutting-edge today. Thank god that Abrams, the writers, and this phenomenal cast have finally brought this beloved sci fi universe into the 21st century. Expand
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ReginaN.May 8, 2009
Awesome. This movie has something for everyone from the most seasoned Trek fan to the new viewer. It is the best prequel ever.
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StormC.May 8, 2009
They have completely revitalized the franchise. I went to the first showing opening night and turned right around and went to the next showing as well! Something I've never done before. All I can say is I want more!
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KilonMay 9, 2009
I am like most of people around here a huge Start Trek fan. I watch the trailers and even though the graphics look very good it looked more like an action film than a real Star Trek. It looked good but it did not look Star Trek. Cause behind I am like most of people around here a huge Start Trek fan. I watch the trailers and even though the graphics look very good it looked more like an action film than a real Star Trek. It looked good but it did not look Star Trek. Cause behind Star Trek is whole philosophy , it is not a Star Wars fairy tale , because it tries to predict the Future , even though some exaggeration is added for the sake of drama. It is however one of the very few if not the Only , serious SCI FI. So as many Trekkie out there feared that this film will disappoint me greatly. Another reason is that unlike many people out there I am not a JJ ABRAMS fan. LOST does not excite me , even though I must admit is well made. And his last film COVERFIELD even though I am a big fan of moster movies , I found it TERRIBLE. But when I went to see this movie I was blown away. Ok Let say I understand the fact that his movie has the most AMAZING Effects I have ever seen in any MOVIE in my LIFE TIME. IT blows away any other movie in its path. OK let us say that I felt comfortable that the movie respects the Star Trek Philosophy , and vaporates all my fears. But HOW, HOW ON EARTH did he take a cast of inexperienced actors and turn them to EXACT replicates of the original crew??? I was blow away , not because JJ Abrams clones the unclonable but also expands the characters in ways unthinkable. For example is the FIRST time that all the crew plays an important role. In most other movies only Bones, Kirk and Spok take the biggest part of the movie , in this one , every character is polished and ready to perform its best. Second , how on earth did manage to tell us so much about SPOK? Why the previous movies did not do it and this one does? Ok now let say What I did not like. First , the central theme of the movie is Boring. I am tried of the time machine stories that have been polluting Star Trek for so long. It is old , tried many many times and for all trek fan nothing original. Of course the Scenario is very well done, it is probably one of the best Start Trek scenarios out there, and makes you forget the boring theme and concentrate on what really happens which is so carefully crafted as a story and character interaction that you cannot escape its enchantment. My second objection is the BAD GUY, Nero. Dont get me wrong he is a fine actor, but surprisingly he never gets enough time to develop his character. There is mostly the original star trek crew. The movie makes us understand his motives , but we never have time to understand who he really is. The previous start trek movie was not like this one but he had a bad guy the alter ego of picard that really sends us deep into the dark side of picard and made probably the best Villain (or almost the best if you count the Khan, In Warth OF Kahn or the evil Klingon general in Undiscovered country ). But in this one , the bad guys play only a tiny role in the movie. However the movie is awesome, it rates as high as the last Batman, with wonderful performance, excellent art, amazing directing and a very solid yet complex Story line that fully respects and dare expand the Star Trek ethos. Even women did like it !!! and this hard to do in my country. (Greece). It pains me that the Theater was only half full, but here we are no big Sci fi or Star Trek fans. Well, they missed something amazing. So After the movie the only question remains --->I am sure there is going to be a sequel to this , but When are we going to see the new series on TV with this new cast mr Abrams ? Expand
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GaryN.May 9, 2009
Very well conceived and executed. A Star Trek movie that will re-ignite the franchise and bring a lot of new fans
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AlexB.May 9, 2009
Excellent space romp. Truly luscious visuals complemented by some excellent acting and good humour. All the catchphrases making a return. Yet through all this they bring a new life back to the franchise, all of the actors add something to Excellent space romp. Truly luscious visuals complemented by some excellent acting and good humour. All the catchphrases making a return. Yet through all this they bring a new life back to the franchise, all of the actors add something to the original role. The story is not overpoweringly excellent but its very very solid. Anyway blows most of the recent action filler out of the window. Expand
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DarylP.May 9, 2009
Words cannot describe how amazing this movie movie is. Seldom times does a movie come out that not only lives up to the hype, but also lives up to the heavy $12 one time view asking price. I'm not a Trekkie, and there once was a time Words cannot describe how amazing this movie movie is. Seldom times does a movie come out that not only lives up to the hype, but also lives up to the heavy $12 one time view asking price. I'm not a Trekkie, and there once was a time when i said i would never become one, but this movie was so good, im on the verge of eating my own words. Suffice to say, this wasn't your traditional Star Trek movie. It was good. They kept the sci-fi lingo, over the top dialog, and boring conversations, to a minimum. What they lacked in a traditional boring trek movie, they made up for with drama, comedy, even romance. You don't need to watch a Star Trek film to understand whats going on, as its a prequel, but it makes wonderful reference work of the greater films in the series (of which Ive only seen one). I'm not going to tell you to see this, but if you decide to see it, i can more then guarantee you wont be disappointed. Expand
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BillB.May 9, 2009
Saw it yesterday in IMAX. My first reaction, WOW. After it was over, I said to my wife "we are going to have to see it again and buy it on DVD when it comes out. This is the best of the Star Trek movies.
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IgorA.May 9, 2009
Perfect. Simple storyline returning some of the original cast, fast moving, interesting. The cast is hot, acting is realistic and the camera is unusual but cool.
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DavidM.May 9, 2009
See it twice best star trek fil ive seen ( got the others on dvd ) took the wife the second time she enjoyed it very much and she is not a fan
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RolandN.May 9, 2009
Masterpiece, it is a must see movie, if you are a star trek fan you will love it, unless you are a fanatical old school star trek fan then you might have something bad about it. But for me, i loved it totally and completely they successfully Masterpiece, it is a must see movie, if you are a star trek fan you will love it, unless you are a fanatical old school star trek fan then you might have something bad about it. But for me, i loved it totally and completely they successfully revived star trek into glorious blockbuster, i can't wait for future star trek movies of this caliber. you will instantly recognize each character and person from the old ones, each one is played to hold their special personalities perfectly. If you love sci fi and haven't seen this yet, shame on you, it is one hell of a great movie! :D Expand
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TopsaoJun 21, 2009
Great movie. Not exactly like the original, but in fact star trek needed a new look to attract the new generations. It's a very entertaining film, very good cast, and you can see some of star trek's common themes (like offering Great movie. Not exactly like the original, but in fact star trek needed a new look to attract the new generations. It's a very entertaining film, very good cast, and you can see some of star trek's common themes (like offering help to defeated enemys...). I look forward for another movie. Expand
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SusanY.Jul 3, 2009
I am a long time fan and know the original Star Trek stories by heart. I was skeptical but went in with an open mind. I do not go to the movies but once a year or less and do not have television anymore, but I have seen this movie four times I am a long time fan and know the original Star Trek stories by heart. I was skeptical but went in with an open mind. I do not go to the movies but once a year or less and do not have television anymore, but I have seen this movie four times and will see it once more before it leaves the theaters. I loved it that much! Although there were things that definitely bothered me, especially the first time seeing it, it was well done, consistently fast paced, with a great selection of actors to carry on the tradition, especially Jacob Kogan as the child Spock, and Karl Urban as "Bones (fantastic performance), and Zachary Quinto as Spock (very impressive and a great Spock, except for his nose). Things that did bother me that I wish they had paid more attention to, were Kirk's eyes being blue instead of brown (especially with all the close ups couldn't they have use colored contacts?), the age of Pike at this time should have been younger (even though i liked the actor and his performance), the age of Spock's mother (which at this time of his life should have been a little younger looking, though Winona Rider did an excellent job) and the casting of Chekov (Anton Yelchin) and Scotty (Simon Pegg) were very disappointing. They were too different in character than the originals. Too bad James Doohan isn't still with us to assist. His Scotty was more serious, intelligent about it all and endearing. Uhura was ok, but the original was beautiful but didn't "know" it; the new one (Zoe Saldana) was too aware of her looks, but the scenes with Spock were touching and well done. Sulu was a good cast. Great family film. If there are sequels, I hope they don't go overboard as the producers of Pirates of the Carribean did, but keep it pure, clean, fast action-paced keeping respect for the original intact and as Spock would say "logical". Expand
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EdwardS.Oct 1, 2009
Extraordinary! The special effects were fantastic, and the story well packed in to an 122 minute package. My new favourite movie!
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Mason1Nov 21, 2009
You know what defines a great movie. Well... I've seen this film in the cinema a few months ago now, and i still have the desire to say how great it was. I don
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AlbeonJ.May 11, 2009
Was not a Star Trek fan and believed that Terminator Salvation would be the surprise hit of the summer. But this movie by far should be the summer's best I'm going to see it again.
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VilhelmB.May 11, 2009
Well, this film has done something to dispel the long held belief about the Star Trek film franchise. It turns out that not every odd numbered Trek film sucks. We know that even numbered Treks were generally good (excepting the last film - Well, this film has done something to dispel the long held belief about the Star Trek film franchise. It turns out that not every odd numbered Trek film sucks. We know that even numbered Treks were generally good (excepting the last film - Nemesis) but the odd ones particularly "The Final Frontier" (directed by Shatner - coincidence?) were typically bad. With this new Star Trek, J.J. Abrahms has recreated the mold into something uniquely original, yet curiously satisfying for older fans like myself. I watched TOS in reruns whilst growing up in the '70's, and although I've never considered myself much of a "trekkie" I can pretty much give you the title of every single episode from memory, along with a great deal of the trivia. Essentially, I've seen every episode so many times that they've become impressed onto my brain like one of Dr. Daystrom's memory engrams. Much of the backstory has been procured from snippets of dialogue extracted from TOS, many of which may not even standout in the die-hard fans mind. Other bits have come from books, and the newer series'. Certain necessary liberties have been taken for the sake of efficiency. For example, the character of Nurse Christine Chapel was glaringly omitted by Abrahms, but he made sure to a least graft aspects of her character onto another crew member. Certain rules in TOS universe have been broken, or more accurately "side-stepped" via the alternate universe plot device. This has MANY original series fans up in arms, to which I say, "so what." This film is so enjoyable, and stands so well on its own, that I really did not care about the changes Abrahm's made. It did more than enough to satisfy the old Trek fan in me, while recreating the excitement and optimism I felt when I walked out of The Wrath of Khan nearly 27 years ago (god has it been THAT LONG!) Let's face it... the old film franchise had being beaten like dead horta - I mean horse - when they resorted to putting both Kirk and Picard on the screen at the same time to woo fans from both Treks. They even dropped the biggest emotional bomb imaginable in this film, and it still tanked. War weary fans were thrown a bone with First Contact, but it's hard to screw up a film with Borg in it (though they came close with the Data-Traitor plot device.) Insurrection finally nailed the lid on the coffin, and Nemesis buried it. We all breathed a sigh of relief. At last, no more Trek travesties for the sake of money. I was cautiously optimistic about this new Trek, and though critics gave it rave reviews, die-hard fans were panning it. Well, over the years I've learned to ignore critics AND fans, and just go to the movies with no expectations. This film fulfilled every expectation I had, and breathed in the NECESSARY life required to jump start a new Star Trek mythos. When TNG first debuted, it had armies of detractors. The initial character development was shaky, the scripts were weak, and many fans of TOS simply refused to watch it. Eventually, though, the series stood firmly on its own. The characters grew, the stories improved, and TNG created a new Trek universe while never disrespecting the TOS. Many of the detractors (myself included) were forced to admit we were wrong, and I eventually grew to enjoy TNG with nearly the same level of appreciation that I had for TOS. Today, I am proud... very proud to have been witness to the birth of the infant son of Star Trek, and I suspect anyone who "dares it to do better" than TOS will eventually be forced to appreciate the magnitude by which it WILL do better. I, like Captain Pike, haven't a doubt in my mind. Expand
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ScottMay 10, 2009
This movie was crazy awesome. The whole thing is fast paced. The casting and acting were perfect.
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ChrisD.May 10, 2009
Great! The best Star Trek film by far, and better than all Star Wars films except Empire and about the same as A New Hope. Wonderfully cast, and wonderfully handled. Wonderful storyline. Definitely worth seeing, and amazingly creative. Great Great! The best Star Trek film by far, and better than all Star Wars films except Empire and about the same as A New Hope. Wonderfully cast, and wonderfully handled. Wonderful storyline. Definitely worth seeing, and amazingly creative. Great as a Star Trek film, action film, and sci-fi film. Expand
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AlbertoA.May 11, 2009
It appeals to us Trek purists with proper references to already known story lines. It also appeals to a new audience because it just kicks butt as an action film. Finally, using the time paradox was briliant to open the door for completely It appeals to us Trek purists with proper references to already known story lines. It also appeals to a new audience because it just kicks butt as an action film. Finally, using the time paradox was briliant to open the door for completely new stories from the original crew. Looking forward to the next film! Expand
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BryanK.May 10, 2009
This film is AMAZING!!! At first I did not expect such a good film. It occurs between the events of the first of the two pilots, "The Cage" (1964) which introduced the most of the main cast including Spock and the first series (1966-1968). This film is AMAZING!!! At first I did not expect such a good film. It occurs between the events of the first of the two pilots, "The Cage" (1964) which introduced the most of the main cast including Spock and the first series (1966-1968). The cast gave fantastic performances including Simon Pegg's funny performance as Scotty and John Cho (Harold and Kumar) as Sulu. In short, BEST FILM OF 2009!!! Expand
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RichardM.May 10, 2009
Fantastically brilliant. Nostalgia, humor, insane action. This movie has it all. I have not liked a movie this much in a very long time.
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VeronicaC.May 11, 2009
Even for a die-hard Trekkie, JJ Abrams did an awesome job! Tons of fun, good old-fashioned Trek humor, and non-stop action, how great it is to take another ride on the USS Enterprise!! It took awhile to finally get to the big screen, but wow Even for a die-hard Trekkie, JJ Abrams did an awesome job! Tons of fun, good old-fashioned Trek humor, and non-stop action, how great it is to take another ride on the USS Enterprise!! It took awhile to finally get to the big screen, but wow the cast is dead-on, characters young and fresh, but paid homage to our old Star Fleet friends!! Expand
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DanitaCMay 14, 2009
The movie develops the original characters beautifully. Every line and scene adds something to the movie. Watching the intro is like being shot out of a cannon. And it just keeps on delivering a great ride.
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JesseRMay 15, 2009
I have never been anything close to a Star Trek fan and I really loved this movie. I thought the story was great, the cast really did an excellent job and the movie even managed to be a bit funny without it appearing like it was trying to I have never been anything close to a Star Trek fan and I really loved this movie. I thought the story was great, the cast really did an excellent job and the movie even managed to be a bit funny without it appearing like it was trying to be. I highly recommend it to fans and those not so much. Expand
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joesMay 15, 2009
As an original trekkie baby, this movie met all expectation for a remake. the writting and script was well done and the newbies met all expectation of performance and delivery of their lines that I had hoped to see in the continuation of the As an original trekkie baby, this movie met all expectation for a remake. the writting and script was well done and the newbies met all expectation of performance and delivery of their lines that I had hoped to see in the continuation of the Star Trek phanominal myth. The only part that fell short for me was the music and too many close up scenes. A little more panoramic views of the battles and of the enterprize would have been a little more breath taking and memorable. Expand
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AlessandroCMay 16, 2009
Finally, the epic return of star trek is here, and it exceeded my expectations are 500 miles, bottom line, the movie is a must watch.
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AmelindaSMay 16, 2009
Loved it. This is what a summer should be.
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NDCMay 17, 2009
I walked in, really not knowing what to expect... I did not know the actors, except Karl Urban, who played Cupid on Xena. Did not know much about the JJ, never watched Lost. And I did not even look into the script writers.... all that I walked in, really not knowing what to expect... I did not know the actors, except Karl Urban, who played Cupid on Xena. Did not know much about the JJ, never watched Lost. And I did not even look into the script writers.... all that mattered was that it is 11th Star Trek movie and I would watch and buy it for my collection. [I am a NG person.] I was shocked. I enjoyed this movie immensely and I plan on seeing it again. They could have really messed this movie up, with all the expectations of what it represents and it does not happen. I enjoy the idea of a time/alternate reality scenario, the idea that there is a chance with bright future in a bright world [light], and the fact that someone understands that there is no sound in space. But what truly what brought this movie together was the cast. They knew how to play off each other [an aspect my mother said was reminiscent of the TV series] and they knew how to be subtle to convey their emotions. They were real people. Expand
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NadMay 24, 2009
Hav'nt been to the movie's for a while cos of work commitments, but WOW ! Damn good movie, characters are spot on, effects are great, would definately watch this movie again. PS> definately a cinema experience !
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JRMay 20, 2009
This is one great film. I haven't felt such Excitement during a film since Aliens & Terminator 2. Yes, to me it was that good! See it on the Big Screen!
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JONCMay 28, 2009
Why the hell is this still at over 80 on Meta-fucking_critic.com????? Oh, yeah, because it is THAT fucking good. Pardon my Spanish. Oh, yes, i went, to see it again this past Tuesday, just to make sure I wasn't deluded. Or just Why the hell is this still at over 80 on Meta-fucking_critic.com????? Oh, yeah, because it is THAT fucking good. Pardon my Spanish. Oh, yes, i went, to see it again this past Tuesday, just to make sure I wasn't deluded. Or just movie-starved. And, yeah, it was soooooo good. I rest my case. This is a good movie. For very one. No matter how stupid or smart you are. I love this movie. It's good. Expand
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sheppyMay 30, 2009
I'm both a long-time Trek fan and serious SciFi (bite me, Harlan) lover, and this movie was a big-time fun for me. Sure, there were some shocking alterations (big understatement) to the continuum, but this movie was both "true Trek" and I'm both a long-time Trek fan and serious SciFi (bite me, Harlan) lover, and this movie was a big-time fun for me. Sure, there were some shocking alterations (big understatement) to the continuum, but this movie was both "true Trek" and yet just as enjoyable for non-fans (my wife, as anti-SciFi as they come, wants to go see it again, and we go to the theaters like twice/year). Anybody calling it 'implausible' must be in the non-Trek crowd, as they have never witnessed "Spock's Brain" or "We've come to find our whale-friends by destroying all in our path" ST IV or Transwarp Paris and his lizard girlfriend or ... well, you get the picture. Implausible and "breaks canon" is rote for Trek and the genre in general. This is about as clean a reboot as you could hope for, giving Trek a fresh start with lots of potential (character's and stories both), and was a pleasure to experience. Thanks J.J. Expand
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KevD.May 7, 2009
This is a fantastic film, not only does it have classic nods to the orignal and does not over do them, but it focuses on the relationship between Spock and Kirk in a new interesting way. The CGI is fantastic and it looks like the film has This is a fantastic film, not only does it have classic nods to the orignal and does not over do them, but it focuses on the relationship between Spock and Kirk in a new interesting way. The CGI is fantastic and it looks like the film has been made made trekkies as they seem to have looked at what was cheesy and moved away from it. The rapport between Kirk and Spock is fantastic and the film is very pacey. I think the best film of the year. Expand
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DennisM.May 7, 2009
Until know - for me the best Action Movie in 2009! Brilliant, really, I love it... also for poeple who didnt liked Star Trek until now - watch it, it's absolutely awesome!
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PdMemeoMay 7, 2009
Through tears and fire and darkness, the future is reborn. Excellent movie. Just one two hours-long adrenaline rush. I'm still exhilarated at the pure awesomeness of it. Some nitpick here and there (manic editing, contrived Through tears and fire and darkness, the future is reborn. Excellent movie. Just one two hours-long adrenaline rush. I'm still exhilarated at the pure awesomeness of it. Some nitpick here and there (manic editing, contrived coincidences, rushed expositions), but it's all forgiven. Great adventure flick, and totally and utterly Star Trek. The cast nailed the character in a way I couldn't think possible, and the production values are superb. Excellent musical score. A fast-paced trip into the wonderful unknown, gut-wrenching but at the same time incredibly satisfying. JJ Abrams is my new hero. Wow. Expand
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GodComplexMay 7, 2009
It's amazing! The writers have balls! Finally the reset button is hit and all that cannon can start over!
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AtticusDMay 7, 2009
Easily one of the most satisfying films ever, not to mention the best prequel I've ever seen.
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LillyM.May 8, 2009
Wonderful movie, great humor, action...can't wait to see where this series might lead.
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JeffreyS.May 8, 2009
A reboot, not a remake, made this loyal Treki happy to pay the price of admission.
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DaveF.May 8, 2009
And so the torch passes on. Well done, excellent all around.
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DanW.May 8, 2009
I thought the movie was the right mix of tradition and new. Without getting into spoilers, the surprises were right on target. I would like to see more...
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BillyS.May 8, 2009
A tent-pole is reborn!! My only experience with Star Trek was watching the original series on NBC when I was a teenager, it was ok but not exactly must see tv and not being a trekkie i've never seen a Star Trek movie, until I learned A tent-pole is reborn!! My only experience with Star Trek was watching the original series on NBC when I was a teenager, it was ok but not exactly must see tv and not being a trekkie i've never seen a Star Trek movie, until I learned J.J. Abrams was directing a pre-quel to them all. I caved and saw the new Star Trek in IMAX today and it is a brand new perfect summer blockbuster that will restart a franchise for many years to come. The casting of all the characters is absolutely brilliant. Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Zoe Saldana are all assured lucrative careers if they only work in the next 6 or 7 sequels this movie will generate, and I'll be waiting for them, now that I'm a trekkie!! Bravo Mr. Abrams! Expand
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ZachridW.May 8, 2009
In fact: I'm stunned. I saw this movie two hours ago, so the fresh impressions may warp my judgment a little bit... but I already can say that - of all Star Trek movies out there - this one is the best... or at least the one that had In fact: I'm stunned. I saw this movie two hours ago, so the fresh impressions may warp my judgment a little bit... but I already can say that - of all Star Trek movies out there - this one is the best... or at least the one that had left the biggest impact on me. Despite all concerns I had, I can say that any fan can enjoy this flick. Expand
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JosephO.May 8, 2009
I just saw 'Star Trek' about 10 minutes ago! This was an exquisite 'Star Trek' origins movie! Very clever, very well written, very true to the unique 'atmosphere' of Star Trek! Excellent character casting!
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AlexH.May 8, 2009
The greatest experience i've had in a movie in a long time. The new and improved "Star Trek" proves it has the potential to suppress the old films and become one of it's kind in the Sc-Fi business. Christopher Pine also proves that The greatest experience i've had in a movie in a long time. The new and improved "Star Trek" proves it has the potential to suppress the old films and become one of it's kind in the Sc-Fi business. Christopher Pine also proves that he is one of the better actors in the business that will stay with his career for a long and memorable one as Captain James Kirk. Expand
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JamieT.May 8, 2009
I have never actually liked Star Trek before, but after seeing this movie i can safely call myself a "Trekkie" (though not a true one as they would have me believe!) The film was awesome, great effects, complex but satisfying storyline and I have never actually liked Star Trek before, but after seeing this movie i can safely call myself a "Trekkie" (though not a true one as they would have me believe!) The film was awesome, great effects, complex but satisfying storyline and overall the acting was perfect. Expand
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MattV.May 8, 2009
The best yet i think the revision is brilliant.
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BrianA.May 8, 2009
I had high expectations for the film after seeing all the reviews, and I have to say, they were met and beyond. Like one reviewer said, it's the greatest prequel ever made. Visually stunning, great story, and above all, pitch perfect I had high expectations for the film after seeing all the reviews, and I have to say, they were met and beyond. Like one reviewer said, it's the greatest prequel ever made. Visually stunning, great story, and above all, pitch perfect acting. See this film (and see it in IMAX if you can - it's worth a longer drive and/or paying more). Expand
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DanP.May 8, 2009
I went in with high hopes and boy, did this movie deliver. For once, a movie that lives up to the hype. This is the real deal.
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CharlesR.May 8, 2009
One of my new favorite movies of all time.
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JessicaP.May 8, 2009
Loved it!!! I can watch this movie over and over again. You never get bored in this movie. Well done JJ.
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MattyMay 8, 2009
One of the best movies i've seen in 10 years.. I was sad to leave, i wanted to watch it again. All around solid film, with minor(and i mean minuscule) hiccups. But what movie doesn't have them. Keep up the great work JJ.
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ScottS.May 8, 2009
Great story.
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ZoriC.May 8, 2009
Awesome, unbelievably good, surprisingly good, Zachary Quinto you nailed it, Leonard Nemoy so wonderful, I just watched it yesterday and was so nicely surprised, it was just phenomenal...
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TroyS.May 8, 2009
This was my favorite ST movie to date. JJ Abrams really out did his self on this one!
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SteveMay 8, 2009
Fantastic! Loved it, loved it, loved it.
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MarkB.May 8, 2009
It was Amazing, I am not ashamed to have paid 16$ to see this at the local IMAX, and I will be going to see it a few more times, and with how tight money is atm, that is saying a LOT!
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BrandonN.May 8, 2009
Exceeds expectations. I don't like JJ Abrams but he definitely did this one right.
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LorenzoM.May 8, 2009
What suprised me the most - it's humor and compassion for the characters. A very family film and a much needed 'reboot' or Star Trek! Great job J.J.!
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MattMay 8, 2009
This movie and all its anticipation was worth the final product! It captured everything! Anything that changed from the "normal" star trek universe was explained why it changed in this movie, something that film makers never do... It was as This movie and all its anticipation was worth the final product! It captured everything! Anything that changed from the "normal" star trek universe was explained why it changed in this movie, something that film makers never do... It was as good if not better than Dark Knight! 10/10 Expand
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RICKEYE.May 8, 2009
Absolutely mind blowing beautiful women an awesome ship this is sci-fi to the max looking for a extreme rush without sugar or caffeine see star trek totally awesome i give it 5 stars a must see movie for any trekkie or sci-fi fanactic it willAbsolutely mind blowing beautiful women an awesome ship this is sci-fi to the max looking for a extreme rush without sugar or caffeine see star trek totally awesome i give it 5 stars a must see movie for any trekkie or sci-fi fanactic it will take you to a world you have never been before where do i sign up this is the kind a military i would truly love and the women and the love signs totally awesome go see it you will not be disappointed Expand
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TommiN.May 8, 2009
Awesome! Looks good, sounds good and feels good.
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DwightB.May 8, 2009
What a great movie. The cast of actors is spot on for who the represent. I loved it.
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RyanMay 9, 2009
Brilliant! Exciting and fresh for non-fans, true to the original for fans. It's exactly what the franchise needed. They brilliantly set this new cast up for a boat load of sequels if they desire. The best film to come out from this Brilliant! Exciting and fresh for non-fans, true to the original for fans. It's exactly what the franchise needed. They brilliantly set this new cast up for a boat load of sequels if they desire. The best film to come out from this franchise since "First Contact." Expand
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AndrewS.May 9, 2009
For people giving 0's and 1's. This movie was set in an alternate universe. I guess you didn't pay very much attention to the first ten minutes, or the rest of the movie. Not paying attention also probably leads to the fact For people giving 0's and 1's. This movie was set in an alternate universe. I guess you didn't pay very much attention to the first ten minutes, or the rest of the movie. Not paying attention also probably leads to the fact that you didn't get the character motivations. These actors did a great job, and most of them were nobodies before. You naysayers want a movie based of super Trekkyness and sci-fi? You want one that's full of the original Star Trek exactly how it was in the tv show? Go pull out your DVD's and watch Star Trek: The Motion Picture. And remember, while this movie is getting rave reviews, The Motion Picture was getting 50's out of 100. Expand
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MaitlandMay 9, 2009
This movie was incredibly entertaining, and the special effects were gorgeous. The actors were chosen perfectly, and the story maintained my interest for the entire film. Michael Giacchino's score was excellent, and the film ties into This movie was incredibly entertaining, and the special effects were gorgeous. The actors were chosen perfectly, and the story maintained my interest for the entire film. Michael Giacchino's score was excellent, and the film ties into the star trek canon almost perfectly. See this movie. When it is on DVD, buy it and watch it twelve times a day. In short- Thank you, Makers of this film, for making my otherwise dull and meaningless life interesting. Expand
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StanH.May 9, 2009
Awesome ! Can't wait for the next one.
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ZacO.May 9, 2009
Most incredible movie I've ever seen, Visually and with story, best star trek ever! 11/10
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BenC.May 9, 2009
Definitely one of the top 10 science fiction movies and it will make a ton of money. It's best to see this movie in an IMAX theatre if possible.
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RichardSJun 1, 2009
Ok someone said... a big dark spiky ship comes out so they start firing at will without checking if the mysterious enemy has shields powered or weapons ready. They just go by "It's big and dark and it just appeared in front of us. We Ok someone said... a big dark spiky ship comes out so they start firing at will without checking if the mysterious enemy has shields powered or weapons ready. They just go by "It's big and dark and it just appeared in front of us. We didn't try hailing it because every ugly thing in space is obviously evil." I don't thik you paid attention at all, the "big dark spiky ship" fired first. Expand
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LukeAJun 4, 2009
Only the second movie that I have ever seen in the theater THREE times! Absolutely outstanding. It hits the ground running and barely gives you a breather in it's 2 hour run. I can't wait for the next one!
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DanaBJul 31, 2009
Terrific movie! Even if you're not a fan of sci fi or Star Trek, this movie is suitable for almost everyone. Great sense of humour and acting! You don't want to miss this!
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AmmarKAug 16, 2009
Best movie of the summer. Amazing.
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TonycAug 9, 2009
Best film of the summer, the shooting, the sound, and amazing job done by great producing.
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