Star Trek
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: May 7, 2009
7.8
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10
BenS.Jul 12, 2009
What exactly constitutes a "true fan"? I am very proud that I got to be a part of this cinematic experience, and I think that all this criticism is completely unfounded. I mean, come on people---this isn't supposed to be "Anne of Green What exactly constitutes a "true fan"? I am very proud that I got to be a part of this cinematic experience, and I think that all this criticism is completely unfounded. I mean, come on people---this isn't supposed to be "Anne of Green Gables" for Pete's sake! Seeing Leonard Nimoy---PRICELESS!!!! There BETTER damn well be a sequel!!!… Expand
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RobertG.Jul 1, 2009
This version got the essence of the TV series, and then some. Frankly, the movie is far superior to the original.
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RonaldR.Jul 18, 2009
This is a great comeback for Star Trek and Star Trek fans! It was brilliantly done in wonderful retrospect if individual characters and theme of Star Trek. The producers and director both went where no person had ever gone before!
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RobynM.Jul 19, 2009
Wonderful. Believability of characters was a concern (as a long-time James Kirk Star Trek fan), and I was very pleased. The action, the fast-paced scenes made the movie seem shorter than it was. Not to sure I enjoyed how the Romulens changed Wonderful. Believability of characters was a concern (as a long-time James Kirk Star Trek fan), and I was very pleased. The action, the fast-paced scenes made the movie seem shorter than it was. Not to sure I enjoyed how the Romulens changed the future. I mean - I really enjoyed the shows that had Spock's mother in them. Have to mull on that one. But an A+ effort. How the movie started? A++… Expand
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Simv1Jul 19, 2009
This movie has it all - action, special effects, a decent plot and great character development (esp. Kirk and Spock). And best of all, you dont have to be a hardcore Trekkie to enjoy it! The space-jump scene deserves special mention as one This movie has it all - action, special effects, a decent plot and great character development (esp. Kirk and Spock). And best of all, you dont have to be a hardcore Trekkie to enjoy it! The space-jump scene deserves special mention as one of the coolest action sequences I've ever seen on film.… Expand
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ShayWJul 24, 2009
There are no words for how much i love this movie. Whoever said it sucked are the people who LOOK for errors and have nothing better to do than say how terrible a movie is for the minor flaws it has.
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DávidK.Jul 24, 2009
Absolutely average. A movie that wouldn't be remembered if it wouldn't have the name "Star Trek" in it. The example of what is wrong with cinematography today. Foreseeable story, characters and etc. It tries to be us clear as Absolutely average. A movie that wouldn't be remembered if it wouldn't have the name "Star Trek" in it. The example of what is wrong with cinematography today. Foreseeable story, characters and etc. It tries to be us clear as possible leaving no room for thoughts just dumb starring. When someone kiss it doesn't have to mean its romantic, or when someone says something with Russian accent it doesn't mean its humor. And since when does it is that films that include "action, romance, humor for everyone" are good movies? The effects were good, wont be in 5 years. The effects in old star trek movies still do it. So no it was NOT great, just average.… Expand
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CaseyFJul 26, 2009
I never liked Star Trek. Hell, I never watched any of the episodes. I always kind of thought Star Trek sucked- just because I hadn't seen it and it had such a nerdy reputation. Prejudice, yes. Immensely. I don't deny that. However, I never liked Star Trek. Hell, I never watched any of the episodes. I always kind of thought Star Trek sucked- just because I hadn't seen it and it had such a nerdy reputation. Prejudice, yes. Immensely. I don't deny that. However, I went to see Star Trek regardless. Simply put, this movie blew me away. Without any Star Trek background whatsoever, I left the theatre knowing the characters, their roles, the ships, and a lot about Star Trek. This film took the nerdy Star Trek and, while retaining it's roots and great characters, turned it into a modern day pop culture action film that ANYBODY could enjoy. Star Trek was stellar, and I recommend it to anyone who likes good action.… Expand
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MichaelAAug 15, 2009
I watched this 5 times at cinema, love every part of it. As a huge fan of Star Trek, it feels great to see this movie gives a new look to a such a fantastic franchise
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TraciBAug 24, 2009
Outstanding. Great subplots. Full of surprise.
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ThomasH.Sep 20, 2009
I have to admit, as a hardcore Star Trek fan, I felt this wouldn't be that great; but how I was wrong! Star Trek is an fantastic movie that any person, trekkie/trekker or not. The pacing is great, the character development is some of I have to admit, as a hardcore Star Trek fan, I felt this wouldn't be that great; but how I was wrong! Star Trek is an fantastic movie that any person, trekkie/trekker or not. The pacing is great, the character development is some of the best I've seen this year, and its very fun too watch.… Expand
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bradtSep 22, 2009
Reinvents star trek for the "next generation" great!!!
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RaulM.Sep 23, 2009
I have no idea what the heck the StarTrek TV series is about, and I don't care; I LOVED this movie. I'm far from a StarTrek fan, but was I pleasantly surprised by how entertained I was watching this movie. It blew my mind. The best I have no idea what the heck the StarTrek TV series is about, and I don't care; I LOVED this movie. I'm far from a StarTrek fan, but was I pleasantly surprised by how entertained I was watching this movie. It blew my mind. The best popcorn movie I saw this summer. It almost made me forget that garbage I saw a few weeks before, known as Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.… Expand
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jaykSep 27, 2009
Not too long. not too short. great storyline. great characters.
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RandyWSep 3, 2009
Great special effects. Good acting. The story line is a little off, but it is the best movie I have seen all summer.
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KevT.Nov 22, 2009
This was a tough series to remake and not ruin it, but this is a great remake/reboot to one of the biggest Sci-fi franchises in the world. If you expecting a revolutionary or all original script concept, you will not find it here, but the This was a tough series to remake and not ruin it, but this is a great remake/reboot to one of the biggest Sci-fi franchises in the world. If you expecting a revolutionary or all original script concept, you will not find it here, but the old ideas are brought together very well overall. For me, this Star Trek movie bumps Wrath of Kahn off for best Star Trek movie. The movie is not perfect, but no film is You just cannot make a movie that makes everyone happy, but Abrams does an excellent job making a movie that will appeal to new to Star Trek viewers as well as veteran Trekkies.… Expand
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KeithS.May 11, 2009
The new Star Trek movie is not only a visit to our past as viewer and to the history of the Star Trek universe but it takes on a change of history and characters lives and events within the historical universe. Well written, well played. The new Star Trek movie is not only a visit to our past as viewer and to the history of the Star Trek universe but it takes on a change of history and characters lives and events within the historical universe. Well written, well played. Excellent casting. Look forward to seeing more of this cast and crew.… Expand
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MarkM.May 11, 2009
JJ Abrahms and team were successful in breaking away from Star Trek canon thereby allowing this newly familiar crew to continue the Enterprise's mission....cool.
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BizmalBizmalMay 11, 2009
Not bad but it gelt like two movies split in half. The second part seemed to end out of the blue.
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LarsMay 11, 2009
With the exception of the first half hour, the movie rocked. Fast paced, great action and all around fun.
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DiogoB.May 11, 2009
Great Movie, all that I expected in a sci-fi movie is there. Great choice of actors too.
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CalvinL.May 11, 2009
Amazing movie. I love what J.J. Abrams has done with the series, revitalizing it. I am a fan of the old Star Trek series and I am now a fan of what Abrams has created. I hope to see the director and cast comeback in a sequel.
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ZackSMay 11, 2009
Im a trekkie. I loved this movie. Greatest Sci Fi movie no Greatest movie ever period end of story. Good day.
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MiguelGMay 12, 2009
Incredible story, action, special effects, dialogue, and acting!
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GregFordMay 12, 2009
[***SPOILERS***]Spock and Uhura---wrong Spock losing his cool---wrong. In your face fight scenes---wrong Future meeting the present---very wrong Giving it a 5 is generous.
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AdamdMay 12, 2009
Coming from an old school Trekker, this movie is wonderful. Thank you JJ Abrams for not ruining my child hood heroes. Long live Star Trek!
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osirisnMay 13, 2009
Fantastic movie. Went by incredibly fast, cannot wait to see it for a second time!
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PerryMay 13, 2009
A good movie that was better than anticipated. I highly recommend the experience; you won't be disappointed. Pay no heed to the finicky naysayers. There will always be "overzealous" fans who discredit anything new to their favored A good movie that was better than anticipated. I highly recommend the experience; you won't be disappointed. Pay no heed to the finicky naysayers. There will always be "overzealous" fans who discredit anything new to their favored universe that doesn't meet their exacting demands.… Expand
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ZacharyJMay 14, 2009
Really, 100s? Not only did they totally change the personalities of the characters, but they came up with a lame "excuse" to legitimize it! Alright, I understand that this is focused at a younger crowd, but why tarnish something so sacred? Really, 100s? Not only did they totally change the personalities of the characters, but they came up with a lame "excuse" to legitimize it! Alright, I understand that this is focused at a younger crowd, but why tarnish something so sacred? Why not just come up with a new, hip Sci-Fi movie instead of dumbing down a classic series that very few young-folk care about anyway? I'll put my trekkie tendencies aside and look at this differently: What a stupid movie! Why are the Romulans all bald? With all their "future" technology, can they still not handle lice? I'm tired of bald villains and hereby declare that I refuse to watch any film with a bald baddie from this day forward...unless I really want see it-- And the camera drove me nuts! Hold it still! I get that you want to beef-up the intensity and/or make it feel more reality-TVish in the moment-like, but it makes it hard to pay attention to silly, over-dramatic acting when the camera keeps bouncing up and down. And what about that "shoot-out?" Did they just film Kirk and Spock walking down a hallway then let second unit take care of death-shots? It was pathetic. So--that said, it's a pretty fun movie with some good laughs, but no sign of intelligence or nostalgic worth.… Expand
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MikeMMay 14, 2009
Leave brain at door. Bring Back The Kirk in the next one. Anything goes now!
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HarvensPMay 15, 2009
Trekker for the last two decades, it's with a certain amount of nostalgia that I witnessed the transition of Star Trek from 1.0 to 2.0. Though I understand the purpose of the many changes brought forth by M. Abrams (some brilliant, most Trekker for the last two decades, it's with a certain amount of nostalgia that I witnessed the transition of Star Trek from 1.0 to 2.0. Though I understand the purpose of the many changes brought forth by M. Abrams (some brilliant, most well meant & few ill advised), two of them got me cringing still: 1) Exploration seems to have been vacated from StarFleet's mission 2) Passing a water plant for the engine of a warp capable spaceship, I cannot buy into. Aside from this minor quibbling, it was a thrilling popcorner of a ride and a true delight for an old school trekkie. Star Trek is reborn and its soul unscathed. But make no mistake about it: this IS the Trek for the (ahem) next generation!… Expand
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ColeDMay 15, 2009
J.J. Abrams had a monumental task ahead of him when he took on this project; please the newcomers to the Trek universe as well as appease the olde' school fans. In my opinion, he did it admirably. While there were a few mistakes made, J.J. Abrams had a monumental task ahead of him when he took on this project; please the newcomers to the Trek universe as well as appease the olde' school fans. In my opinion, he did it admirably. While there were a few mistakes made, overall there were more wins. The role of Cpt. Pike and others were perfectly cast, and the developement of the characters was interestingly done. While the "alternate reality" has been a bit over-done in the movie industry, it had to be done with this movie to provide the writers and the audience with a fresh, new storyline to work with. Especially in this case, since the current Trek universe has been oversaturated with dime store novels and shorts covering every possible asset of the universe. Brilliant work J.J. I'm looking forward to more.… Expand
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AnthonySMay 16, 2009
Unlike the crappy Dragonball thing this movie shows how an adaptation is done with style and lots of reference to the original.
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LyleS.May 16, 2009
Very entertaining. Solid acting. Amazing action and FX. JJ Abrams is a masterful director at this genre. The plot was a stretch at times. And, overall, I'd say it falls short of matching the greatest action/sci-fi flicks of all-time Very entertaining. Solid acting. Amazing action and FX. JJ Abrams is a masterful director at this genre. The plot was a stretch at times. And, overall, I'd say it falls short of matching the greatest action/sci-fi flicks of all-time (Star Wars IV-VI, Aliens, Star Trek II, etc).… Expand
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JBKMay 16, 2009
Amazing, I was nto a fan of star trek before this because it was before my time but after this movie i am a huge fan. Great charcter development and great chemistry between the new spock, zachary quinto and chris pine amazing.
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ceejMay 18, 2009
This movie was a pretty good space opera considering there were zero instances of realism. But it was more interesting than the last 3 Star Wars films by far. It wasn't as good as any season of The Wire, but nobody expects it to be that This movie was a pretty good space opera considering there were zero instances of realism. But it was more interesting than the last 3 Star Wars films by far. It wasn't as good as any season of The Wire, but nobody expects it to be that good. Buy some popcorn and enjoy the drama. Also, am I the only one that saw the introduction of Bones and was completely fooled into thinking that Jack Nicholson's disembodied ghost took over his body?… Expand
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EricEMay 18, 2009
Went into the movie expecting it to be terrible and way off canon. But was pleasantly surprised by how good the movie was and how they appeased us hardcore fans. Can't wait for more.
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WalkerSMay 18, 2009
The film looks and sounds terrific, with sumptuous shots, great sound effects and visuals, and a compellingly winning ensemble of actors that, more often than not, hit the mark as ringers (in a good way) for the original cast. Too bad I had The film looks and sounds terrific, with sumptuous shots, great sound effects and visuals, and a compellingly winning ensemble of actors that, more often than not, hit the mark as ringers (in a good way) for the original cast. Too bad I had to turn off my brain for so much of it - silly pseudo-science ("Red Matter"? PLEASE!) and character backgrounds that stretch credibility (especially how Kirk enlisted in Starfleet) cheapens the grandeur of the film. I think I speak for many fans of the original series when I say that the groundwork has been laid for a potentially fantastic next Trek. Alas, in the pantheon of Star Trek movies, outside of the sheer spectacle of it all and the acting, this one lands squarely in the middle of the pack.… Expand
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CindyDMay 18, 2009
Loved the original Star Trek, didn't really want to see this "remake", but my boyfriend talked me into it. I have to admit, it was really good, very impressive, J.J. Abrams did a great job of blending the old with the new.
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DanaMMay 19, 2009
Excellent entertainment and worth every penny of my ten bucks to see it. I don't normally re-see a movie but this one is a sure thing.
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CzarMay 21, 2009
Wow loved it - start to finish - it was diverse it fleshed out well known characters. It was exciting. It was "realistic" - i.e. engering is a maze of pipes and tunnels rather than sparkly room with a machine that goes "bing". There were Wow loved it - start to finish - it was diverse it fleshed out well known characters. It was exciting. It was "realistic" - i.e. engering is a maze of pipes and tunnels rather than sparkly room with a machine that goes "bing". There were areas populated with a number of personnel whose job was to monitor incoming data rather than have one person do everything. Spock was super. Loved the movie - want more.… Expand
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ThomasRMay 22, 2009
It was a good flick, but disappointed with spocks relationship with Uhura which was not in the original series.Or Kirks reaction with the kubiaski maru senerio, which could have been made with more passion to acting like he was really It was a good flick, but disappointed with spocks relationship with Uhura which was not in the original series.Or Kirks reaction with the kubiaski maru senerio, which could have been made with more passion to acting like he was really beating it rather than just sitting and eating an apple.… Expand
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kurtpMay 22, 2009
I couldn't stop gripping my girlfriends hand throughout the whole movie. So much action and not a dull moment. I got a lump in my throat when George Kirk died and it stayed there until the movie finished. If you even slightly like Star I couldn't stop gripping my girlfriends hand throughout the whole movie. So much action and not a dull moment. I got a lump in my throat when George Kirk died and it stayed there until the movie finished. If you even slightly like Star Trek the origional, margionally like all the Trek spinoffs, you will want to see this movie. Wow!!… Expand
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AdamCMay 22, 2009
Very well done. if you had a choice between this and Terminator, I'd see this.
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KarenKMay 22, 2009
My son and I are original trekkies,so was my husband but he has passed away and did not get to have the incredible joy we had watching this movie. I found the characters spot on,what a casting job! I even found myself in tears wishing and My son and I are original trekkies,so was my husband but he has passed away and did not get to have the incredible joy we had watching this movie. I found the characters spot on,what a casting job! I even found myself in tears wishing and wanting more of our beloved Star Trek,and seeing the old Spock and young Spock just did me in. What a movie,what a ride,what a wonderful job they did in in bringing this movie to us.,please let this not be the last one,I couldn't stand it. Live long and prosper.… Expand
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PhilipPMay 24, 2009
It's not this generation's star wars like one reviewer said, but that said, I can't think of a single bad thing about this movie. It's just plain awesome.
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M.AMay 25, 2009
I have to say that I originally thought that this movie wouldn't even remotely interest me. Being a fan of Star Trek TNG and DS9, and not too keen on Abrams stuff i thought we would get a movie, where the characters have the same names, I have to say that I originally thought that this movie wouldn't even remotely interest me. Being a fan of Star Trek TNG and DS9, and not too keen on Abrams stuff i thought we would get a movie, where the characters have the same names, a few things seem similar, but the rest would be just an action sci-fi movie. I wasn't that wrong, but the truth is that it is a very good sci-fi action movie, and the time-travel plot does explain the differences to a point that they don't iritate, but itself id not that overblown (particularly that it was used in the series). I don't think that people who wanted a total revamp will enjoy this as much as I did, and i think that my opinion might be overenthusiastic for hard-core TOS fans, but other than that - a top notch sci-fi action movie.… Expand
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QBJun 12, 2009
I am a Trekkie/Trekker from way back ( I have all of the original cast members autographs.) And I loved this film. It ranks right up there with my favorite Star Trek Films. Either 2nd or 3rd. The clever use of time travel alleviates the I am a Trekkie/Trekker from way back ( I have all of the original cast members autographs.) And I loved this film. It ranks right up there with my favorite Star Trek Films. Either 2nd or 3rd. The clever use of time travel alleviates the issues that could contradict the cannon of the stories we already know. This was my biggest issue with Enterprise. But now the producers have free reign to go Boldly wherever the hell they want. My only issue is that Spock (Brilliantly played by Zachary Quinto) is to free with his emotions. But it is a different time, so I am willing to roll with it.… Expand
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DM.Jun 15, 2009
This Star Trek was better than the last two movies in terms of its pacing and direction. While it is a good movie this vision of Star Trek by JJ Abrams is not my cup of tea. Yes change in the Star Trek universe is possible witness the death This Star Trek was better than the last two movies in terms of its pacing and direction. While it is a good movie this vision of Star Trek by JJ Abrams is not my cup of tea. Yes change in the Star Trek universe is possible witness the death of Admiral Janeway in some recent novels. I think that JJ Abrams could have brought the original crew together w/o totally disregarding the 5 TV series. I had no problem with the actors they did a fine job. There were way too many plot holes and continuity problems. While JJ Abrams seems from interviews to a nice guy it is very obvious that he never was a Star Trek fan. He has totally disregarded the Star Trek universe. He has turned Star Trek into a video game.One of the best aspects of Star Trek was this rich history to work with and build upon. I am sorry but this movie doesn't do anything for me. So many bitched about Rick Berman and Enterprise-this movie is far worse in many ways.Considering that one of the script writers was a fan of Star Trek I have to think did they really watch the show after all?… Expand
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matthewKJun 17, 2009
BEST star trek in a long time. This movie has captured young people of today and made them interested in star trek again. I loved it.
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RickAJun 27, 2009
I thought I might have a hard time reconciling the updated/changed characters in this movie but the story line helped with that and will make o k for additional movies. It is a very vibrant movie with a darn good story line.
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JB.Jul 14, 2009
I think this movie is a bit overated by people hoping for a huge sci-fi flick to follow for years to come. ST was not bad, but it was not that great either. I'm sure they will make a few sequels that will be even worse than this though I think this movie is a bit overated by people hoping for a huge sci-fi flick to follow for years to come. ST was not bad, but it was not that great either. I'm sure they will make a few sequels that will be even worse than this though just like transformers managed to go from fun special effects boom-boom to pure rot.… Expand
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LukeHJul 17, 2009
I'm not a Star Trek fan. I got taken to see this film and, if I'm really honest, i was approaching it with a very narrow mind because i just didn't want to like it. Despite that, this film blew me away. Almost everything about I'm not a Star Trek fan. I got taken to see this film and, if I'm really honest, i was approaching it with a very narrow mind because i just didn't want to like it. Despite that, this film blew me away. Almost everything about this film was great and there are only two reasons I didn't give it a 10. One was because there were moments in the film that I couldn't really appreciate because I was never a fan. But I'm glad they put these moments in because it will be great for the people who are in to it. The second reason was the character Uhura. She's introduced early in the film but after that the only relevant thing she does is kiss Spock and it just seems like the dynamic of the film wouldn't be altered at all if she wasn't there. Other than that, this film is undeniably brilliant.… Expand
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TylerKJul 17, 2009
This is one of my favorite movies of the year! The acting was brilliant and the action quenches your need! Love it.
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TeliJul 19, 2009
First Star Trek movie that I liked, absolutely brilliant straight after watching it I wanted to watch again. The DVD release is just soooo far away.
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ChrisCJul 24, 2009
10. Great story, great sfx, great acting/casting, AND it had to deal with the epic pressure of living up to the star trek name.
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EvinCAug 11, 2009
Really good film. Especially me being a huge star wars fan I wouldn't root for this normally. But it was just so well done.
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DemetriusMAug 13, 2009
I liked it. Don't care what the haters say. I'm not trying to listen to what they say.
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PhilSAug 17, 2009
Despite being yet another example of Hollywood's lack of imagination and a typically impossible Star Trek storyline, the film is a hoot to watch. It's not unlike cotton candy - tastes good and provides a fun experience for a little Despite being yet another example of Hollywood's lack of imagination and a typically impossible Star Trek storyline, the film is a hoot to watch. It's not unlike cotton candy - tastes good and provides a fun experience for a little while, but ultimately has no nutritional value.… Expand
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DavidAug 23, 2009
Awesome movie. Had a good story line and action packed of course. I'm not much of a star trek fan, but the previews and metacritics review made me check it out. I really enjoyed this movie. Great cast too.
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TimothyTSep 22, 2009
Never watched the previous forms of Star Trek. In fact, all I knew about it was facepalm. However, this movie didn't confuse me and blew me away.
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RosalindM.Nov 18, 2009
Such a spectacular movie! Visually dynamic and had a stupendous plot-line!
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PeterJ.Dec 29, 2009
This is probably one of my favorite movies of the year. I actually took a point off because of Leonard Nemoy being in it though.
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TyranianApr 13, 2019
Definitely channelling Star Wars in its operatic tone but holds up decently on its own though doesn't really excite.
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Jailhouse_McGeeOct 24, 2012
What a fresh action-comedy... But hey, I was expecting a science-fiction movie! What went wrong? Star Trek takes 30 boring minutes to set itself up like a teenage comedy, explaining that Kirk is Kirk and Spock, well, Spock. Then the actionWhat a fresh action-comedy... But hey, I was expecting a science-fiction movie! What went wrong? Star Trek takes 30 boring minutes to set itself up like a teenage comedy, explaining that Kirk is Kirk and Spock, well, Spock. Then the action kicks in, and it gets a lot better. It's a lot of fun, and the actors, effects and score are pretty damn good. But the story is thin and the script rather heavy-handed. Where are the ideas and ideals? Would I be a real star trek geek, I would probably be offended by this.

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Compi24Oct 23, 2020
Taking a brief detour into contrarian territory, I actually prefer the latter two Kelvin Timeline "Star Trek" films to this one. That's not to say 2009's "Star Trek" isn't damn entertaining, featuring solid action, effects and emotionality (ITaking a brief detour into contrarian territory, I actually prefer the latter two Kelvin Timeline "Star Trek" films to this one. That's not to say 2009's "Star Trek" isn't damn entertaining, featuring solid action, effects and emotionality (I dare anybody to try getting and through that opening scene with Chris Hemsworth and Jennifer Morrison without feeling anything). There's something about the established character relationships and circumstances of "Into Darkness" and "Beyond" that really feel a lot more tight. Obviously, the point of this film was to show how Kirk met Spock, how Kirk met Bones, how Kirk met Scotty and so on, but some of it's a bit forced and clumsy, much like the obligatory (?) inclusion of several iconic phrases from the "Star Trek" canon — i.e. "I'm giving her all she's got, captain," "I'm a doctor not a __________," etc. Also, as someone who saw "Into Darkness" and "Beyond" first, there's an almost crippling lack of Scotty in this. Again, I understand the whole "establishing the new canon" thing and maybe that's just the Simon Pegg fan in me talking, but the movie only really started to feel aerodynamic once the entire gang was brought together. Still, "Star Trek" is an unmitigated success in breathing fresh life and panache into one of the sci-fi's genres longest running IP's.… Expand
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Tiger_XJan 10, 2019
Most impressive Star Trek movie cinematically. But not flawless.

Years before it was released when I heard this movie would be a reboot I was very turned off. All but abandoned the idea it could still be good. I want Star Trek to moveMost impressive Star Trek movie cinematically. But not flawless.

Years before it was released when I heard this movie would be a reboot I was very turned off. All but abandoned the idea it could still be good. I want Star Trek to move forward into the future not backwards. When the previews came out I was impressed with the gritty realism of outer space.

The opening scene is probably the best in a Star Trek movie. I saw several people crying when it ended. I've only ever seen that happen one other time in a Sci-Fi movie. It counts for a lot. There are many other stunning and original scenes that follow. No other scene reaches the same high-end outer space wonder.

The flaws in the movie which were repeated in the subsequent films:

Punch-tastic: Kirk always loved to punch or hump things but this is ridiculous. Spock beats a couple people within an inch of their lives too.

Uhura-tastic: I thought her character taking a step up was cool. At first. Then they installed a BF/GF plot element with Spock. Like the punching, it's way over the top. It only detracts from the other great characters and adds a few jokes.

Bone-headed: Captain Kirk comes off less intelligent and less refined than in the original TV series. Spock and Bones both have similar shortcomings.

Overall, a feel good top-shelf HD Star Trek - delivered with a huge amount of energy and impact.… Expand
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TheApplegnomeJul 18, 2016
Another franchise has been brought back to life, with renewed energy -- and a surprisingly well crafted script that fully understands its source material.

Enterprise and its crew is back. It’s an entertaining ride with many ups and downsAnother franchise has been brought back to life, with renewed energy -- and a surprisingly well crafted script that fully understands its source material.

Enterprise and its crew is back. It’s an entertaining ride with many ups and downs in this space-opera. Kirk, Spock and all the other main characters are exemplary visualized. The chemistry is natural, antagonist as protagonist's motivations are all logical, as what they should be. A well established plot with ton of action & adventure is something that most of the time will please the eye. But more character development and inside to the main individuals could have made the film even more flawless – and it might focus a bit too much on plot and action -- rather than on the characters themselves. Still, it’s a stunning ride into the vastness of space, and it’s one of my favorite films of all time!

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bfoore90Apr 30, 2020
Similarly to what he accomplished with "The Force Awakens," Abrams did a really superb job hitting the reset button on this franchise and bringing it back to a new generation. While, I'm more of a Star Wars fan, this was an entertainingSimilarly to what he accomplished with "The Force Awakens," Abrams did a really superb job hitting the reset button on this franchise and bringing it back to a new generation. While, I'm more of a Star Wars fan, this was an entertaining piece of sci-fi and a promising start to this new vision for Star Trek.… Expand
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Voodoo123Nov 13, 2022
Far more action focused than previous entries in the film series, star trek marks the beginning of a new era for paramounts franchise stepping away from the original creators intent and focused lore and writing style towards a more flashyFar more action focused than previous entries in the film series, star trek marks the beginning of a new era for paramounts franchise stepping away from the original creators intent and focused lore and writing style towards a more flashy dramatic action based sci-fi feel(admittedly this is done at the expense of the quality of the writing normally attributed to star trek times gone).The cast are great and the tight screenplay and superb soundtrack bring the simple plot to life.… Expand
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Kai82Feb 1, 2021
J. J. Abrams has a talent for reboots. At the time the tenth Star Trek film Nemesis was not well acclaimed and financially also not a success. The TV show Enterprise also failed to get more viewers. So new ideas were proposed and discardedJ. J. Abrams has a talent for reboots. At the time the tenth Star Trek film Nemesis was not well acclaimed and financially also not a success. The TV show Enterprise also failed to get more viewers. So new ideas were proposed and discarded until J. J Abrams was picked to make a new movie. When we heard about a remake with the original series characters we were skeptic and had many doubts. These old character were pop culture legends and fan nostalgia was to high to be satisfied. Then we watched the movie and were positively surprised. It does justice to the old characters while still giving us something new and fresh. It is a new continuity or better phrased an alternative reality (There is the misconception that it erased the old continuity). The story starts a few years before the original series. The Federation ship Kelvin is investigating strange energy signatures when a giant Romulan ship appears out of a turbulence. This sets things in motion that changes the events of this timeline. Years later a rebellious teenager named James T. Kirk meets Captain Christopher Pike who sees more in him than a troublemaker and convince him to go to the starfleet academy. With this the actual story begins. It is an interesting mix of old and new. Like I already said the new actors work brilliantly in the iconic roles and the story is engaging. It sets up a new realm of possibilities and stories. You can take the best from the past while still being able to use new twists, stories and situations. My deepest respect here. I want to praise the whole cast too. Lets start with the trinity;-). Chris Pine is an amazing James T. Kirk. He nails the rebellious teenager and uncut gem. I never doubt him being or becoming Captain Kirk. Same goes for Zachary Quinto as Mr. Spock. I don't know how he could pull of such a great genuine performance. He nailed Spock while being not just a copy. Karl Urban as Dr. Leonard McCoy is also excellent. Maybe a bit to less cynical compared to the original but I think this is a good decision. I had never imagined Simon Pegg as Scotty. I was wrong and he convinced me. Zoe Saldana as Uhura is even an improvement. They used her better than in the original series. Lets continue with John Cho as Sulu and Anton Yelchin as Chekov. I think they improved them too compared to the series (A bit to much stereotypes there). An excellent recreation of an iconic cast and I am still impressed by this performance. The antagonist Nero however is a bit one dimensional. While I understand his motives he is dumb as he could solved the issue that caused his pain easily. Lets continue my praise for director J. J. Abrams and writers Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci. Together they created this awesome movie. The special effects look good and will age well. I heard yet not heard complains. Overall while this is not the best Star Trek movie and has some small weaknesses it is still a remarkable one. A reboot that does justice to its franchise while feeling fresh or refreshing. Could have reignited the Star Trek franchise but later TV shows and movies were not as good.… Expand
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spencieJul 24, 2016
This Star Trek reboot took what the old movies and shows had, took away the cheese, added better visual effects, and better action scenes. This movie is incredible, the characters are better than they were before and the visual effects areThis Star Trek reboot took what the old movies and shows had, took away the cheese, added better visual effects, and better action scenes. This movie is incredible, the characters are better than they were before and the visual effects are majestic, J.J. Abrams does a fantastic job in directing this movie. This is better than all the other Star Trek movies for sure.… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 17, 2022
While it was not a perfect series (William Shatner's overacting, less than great production values and an iffy Season 3), the original 'Star Trek' series was a genre landmark and hugely influential and ground-breaking, also a mostly greatWhile it was not a perfect series (William Shatner's overacting, less than great production values and an iffy Season 3), the original 'Star Trek' series was a genre landmark and hugely influential and ground-breaking, also a mostly great series in its own right especially for the characters, the relationships and Leonard Nimoy's Spock.

The films based on the original series were a mixed bag. A few great ones with 'The Wrath of Khan', 'The Voyage Home' and 'The Undiscovered Country', one in-between film with 'The Search for Spock' and disappointments with 'The Motion Picture' and particularly 'The Final Frontier'. There were ten 'Star Trek' films before this 2009 reboot, four being based on the 'Next Generation series where the only outstanding one was 'First Contact'. 'Generations to me was another in-between film and 'Insurrection' and 'Nemesis' were two other particularly problematic ones.

'Star Trek' (2009) is neither one of the best of the films or one of the worst, if anything it's another in-between effort while being marginally better than the other two in-between films. There are a lot of impressive elements and some major flaws that stop it from being the great prequel that it had potential to be.

Visually, the film mostly looks great. Particularly good is the set for the Enterprise which not only amazes visually but one of the elements that sticks close to the original series. The special effects are mainly fantastic and leave one in awe, while there is audacious and suitably moody cinematography and atmospheric lighting. By all means it is not perfect visually, there is the distracting overuse of lens flares that was in serious need of a toning down, it was a technique that was abused somewhat, didn't feel necessary in some scenes and is not particularly comfortable sometimes to look at.

Michael Giacchino delivers another winner of a music score, don't remember ever being disappointed by this man. Sure it is familiar, but it fits very well with the film and its mood and is unmistakable Giacchino, a beautiful score to listen to and has a lot of atmosphere.

There are some thought-provoking moments in the script and it doesn't feel too talky which is true in spirit to the original series. Where it doesn't fare so well is the comic relief, there is a little too much of it and some of it wasn't particularly funny and seemed superfluous as well.

Regarding the story, 'Star Trek' (2009) evoked mixed reactions from me. It is rich in atmosphere and has some thrilling moments and truly exciting action, while the interplay between Kirk and Spock is brilliantly written and makes one feel quite nostalgic. Most of it is easy to follow. Less good are some bogus science, some parts that are convoluted and could have benefited from more explanation and Nero's plan and motivation being underdeveloped, confused and inconsistent. It is also too big and noisy in spectacle and could have quietened down to give room for more characterisation. One of the original series' strengths too was the characters and how they were developed and interacted, other than Kirk, McCoy and Spock there wasn't enough of that with most of them like Nero being far too one-dimensional.

Casting is mostly good but with a couple of misses. Zachary Quinto in particular nails it as Spock with huge shoes to fill, capturing perfectly what was so iconic about the character in the first place. Another great contribution is a suitably cantankerous Karl Urban, who remains loyal to DeForrest Kelley's interpretation without being an impersonation. Chris Pine did very well and is certainly more subtle than William Shatner, the character isn't likable at first but evolves and Pine brings that out. Zoe Saldana is fiery and sexy and Bruce Greenwood is good fun. It was nice to see Nimoy again as Old Spock and brought a nostalgic and affectionate element. Bana has some menace and does his best, but there are admittedly far more interesting villains in other 'Star Trek' films.

Not everybody works. Simon Pegg, who is usually a very entertaining guy, is beyond irritating comic relief with Scotty coming over as a caricature. Anton Yelchin has also given much better performances, he badly overdoes it as Chekhov.

In conclusion, fun and impressive often but with some major flaws at the same time. Nothing comes over disastrously though. 6.5-7/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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SrPepeJan 5, 2018
Una historia interesante que me llamó la atención mucho, agradezco que hagan un reboot de esta saga.
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BroyaxMay 24, 2023
Trahison ! Hérésie !! au bûcher !!! cette pantalonnade n’a rien à voir avec l’esprit et la saga Star Trek originale, ni de près ni de loin. C’est monté comme un clip MTV, ça bouge dans tous les sens, c’est filmé comme de la merde avecTrahison ! Hérésie !! au bûcher !!! cette pantalonnade n’a rien à voir avec l’esprit et la saga Star Trek originale, ni de près ni de loin. C’est monté comme un clip MTV, ça bouge dans tous les sens, c’est filmé comme de la merde avec évidemment le tocard Abrams aux commandes. Seul Zachary Quinto (Monsieur Sylar Spock…) tire son épingle du jeu mais il ne peut à lui seul tirer le film de la mélasse où il s’est abîmé lamentablement.

Quant à ce jeune Kirk, il est incarné par un petit connard (rien que son nom d’ailleurs, est un indice…). Quant à la standardiste, ils lui ont donné un rôle beaucoup trop important, afin de satisfaire à un agenda progressiste racialisé.

D’autant que de toute façon, elle joue comme un pied. Dans ces conditions, on se fout que les effets spéciaux en mettent plein la vue quand l’histoire est aussi nulle que celle d’un téléfilm M6. Laissez reposer Star Trek en paix, messieurs d’Hauliwoude : ce reboot fait passer les daubasses avec le Capitaine Picard pour des chefs-d’oeuvre en comparaison, un comble !… Expand
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CoreGamer1408Dec 9, 2018
They tried and failed to Star Wars a Star Trek oh deary me what more can I comment hey?
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spacebear1Dec 8, 2017
JJ Abrams' Star Trek is one of the best films that I've ever seen. Chris Pine's portrayal of Kirk was fantastic as well as Zachary Quinto's Spock. I also love that this film isn't exactly a reboot. I can't explain it. Just go watch the film,JJ Abrams' Star Trek is one of the best films that I've ever seen. Chris Pine's portrayal of Kirk was fantastic as well as Zachary Quinto's Spock. I also love that this film isn't exactly a reboot. I can't explain it. Just go watch the film, its amazing.… Expand
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FilipeNetoAug 22, 2018
The film franchise "Star Trek" began in the seventies at the expense of the enormous popularity of a TV series. Films have succeeded and, if we think about it, we can consider two cycles of films (the Kirk cycle and the Picard cycle) but, noThe film franchise "Star Trek" began in the seventies at the expense of the enormous popularity of a TV series. Films have succeeded and, if we think about it, we can consider two cycles of films (the Kirk cycle and the Picard cycle) but, no matter how much they change, they have always tried to maintain that inspirational connection with the source, the TV series. This movie is finally breaking with that. The series is no longer in the memory of the overwhelming majority of the audience and only the staunchest fans will challenge what this movie did: write a new story for "Star Trek", as if we could spend an eraser on everything that has been said and done so far and recreate everything from the scratch. Well, I usually take these exercises with caution but, I confess, I enjoyed the final product. I'm not from the generation that saw the series, so it doesn't shock me seeing the characters being reinvented with a brand new story. It can even be refreshing for new audiences.

Despite previous films, this film bets heavily on special effects and CGI. This made it visually terrific, even when these CGI seems quite unrealistic (the effect created when "Enterprise" reaches warp seems more and more like a submarine navigating fast forward). The actors did a very positive job and the least positive point was the romance between Spock and Uhura, with Kirk trying to make a triangle with them. This always seemed strange in the plot, even considering Kirk's womanizing, irresponsible and stubborn behavior. I enjoyed revisiting Leonard Nimoy in the character that earned him fame and success. The soundtrack is, by far, more interesting than the previous films, blending themes from the movies and the series into a unique and unmistakable soundtrack, that is in the ear.… Expand
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MPReviewsSep 21, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros:
-Good characters.
-Great performances, especially from Leonard Nimoy and Zachary Quinto as Spock.
-Solid visuals
-Really good music.
-Solid action scenes.
-Engaging story that manages to connect this film to the original Star Trek series despite being a reboot in a way that actually makes sense, which is a really cool way of paying tribute to the original series without being heavily tied down to it’s continuity.
-Really good pacing

Cons:
-Certain scenes have a bit too much shaky cam
-James Kirk comes off as a bit too arrogant for most of the movie. I’m not certain if it’s because of how he is written or if it’s because of Chris Pine’s performance, but it is something I noticed.

Final verdict: A much, MUCH, better start to a series of Star Trek films than Star Trek: The Motion Picture. It is far better paced than the 1979 film, which was about as long as this movie but felt like it was 5 hours long, it has solid visuals, good music, great characters, an engaging story, and it still manages to tribute to the original Star Trek series despite being a reboot. It goes to show how much care J.J. Abrams and the rest of his team put into this movie. Worth a watch if you are looking to get into the Star Trek franchise or even if you are already a Star Trek fan but haven’t seen this yet.… Expand
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BilalPervaiz58Dec 2, 2018
One of the Best Sci-fi Movies.
One of my Favorite Movies.
Amazing Story for Space Lovers,
Full of Stunning Action & Creativity
Also VFX, Cast, etc everything is just tremendous
I really Enjoyed and liked the film
Best Regards
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GarethBOct 21, 2018
Dreadful bastardisation of star trek, spock is smooching people, engineering looks like a brewery, vulcan? WGAF about that place? warping all over the place in 2 seconds. The Star Trek that was thinking mans sci fi is gone replaced by overDreadful bastardisation of star trek, spock is smooching people, engineering looks like a brewery, vulcan? WGAF about that place? warping all over the place in 2 seconds. The Star Trek that was thinking mans sci fi is gone replaced by over the top action and weak plot.… Expand
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ErikTheCriticOct 14, 2018
J.J.Abrams invigorates this new reboot with spectacular visuals, a clever storyline, and brings back the familiar characters that we know and love.
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glommanNov 29, 2019
I'm not that familiar with Star Trek as a franchise, but I still very much enjoyed watching this movie. I would probably watch it again under certain circumstances, but it's not one of my favourite movies of all time, anyway, I think itI'm not that familiar with Star Trek as a franchise, but I still very much enjoyed watching this movie. I would probably watch it again under certain circumstances, but it's not one of my favourite movies of all time, anyway, I think it should be a must-watch for every fan of Star Trek!… Expand
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DiptanshuAug 18, 2020
One of the Greatest Movie I Ever Saw!Its A Speechless Wonder!each and every aspect in it the music,story the whole production design it was a work of art,the cast was legendary,Watching Spock and knowing it as a soft-reboot it was surprisingOne of the Greatest Movie I Ever Saw!Its A Speechless Wonder!each and every aspect in it the music,story the whole production design it was a work of art,the cast was legendary,Watching Spock and knowing it as a soft-reboot it was surprising and his entry was Mind-blowing!the whole movie is an experience right from the start its an edge of the seat Adrenaline Rush,the actions were Skeptically Brilliant,the Lighting effects in ships were shinny and beautiful,the 1st half's old nostalgia moments of Captain Kirk's Past history watching it is Entertainingly awesome the Spock's Anger thing was heart-breaking and ending it was emotionally tear-full and amazing,Literally its a Movie Beyond words Its A Masterpiece!… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 27, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a sci-fi film, with themes including survival, time travel and destiny. It starts in a very grand way, seemingly in the middle of a plot of some sort, with a lot going on - special effects and the whole she-bang. I can't claim to be a Trekkie, although im very much aware of them - I like some sci fi, mostly earth based sci fi shows but I wanted to watch this film as I was intrigued to see how a modern day full, big budget film adaptation would go, particularly given the decent cast line up (which I'll elaborate on later). Of course this isn't a film to be analysed in any kind of large detail, although as far as realism goes, I was really quite impressed with the visual effects side of things. This is more of a 'sit, watch and be entertained by the effects (incl. action sequences)' type of a film.

Cast wise, I thought that Zachary Quinto was very well chosen to portray Spock. From what I know of old TV show clips, he very much looks the part and plays the slightly brooding and thoughtful captain quite convincingly. Leonard Nimoy, who played Spock in the original TV shows also makes an appearance in this film, as Spock Prime. Meanwhile, Chris Pine plays the other main character, James T. Kirk, with Eric Bana (yes, Incredible Hulk himself! well, sort of) playing Nero and Scotty played by Simon Pegg (who, I have to say, really didn't convince me with his rather bad forced Scottish accent - och-aye-the-clearly-not-Scot(!) sigh), plus John Cho as Sulu and Zoe Saldana as Uhura.

I felt that there were some seemingly unnecessarily cheesy moments in the film, in terms of the plot becoming a little obvious and maybe it felt slightly forced but I did enjoy it overall. Its fairly easy to follow if your not 'up' (i.e. knowledgable) on the whole Star Trek universe prior to seeing it. I thought it was quite an energetic film, with perhaps less emphasis on the overall plot and fine minutiae of things but the young cast and crew and the more general setting of it went down well with me. Of course this is a personal thing, so it may not overly appeal to others. There is the perhaps inevitable use of strong, sombre sounding music - with deep, sometimes slow drum beats and low, menacing booms, it makes you feel (if sub-consciously) that there must be something dodgy looming right around the corner. Thankfully, this film isn't too bad when it comes to being able to hear dialogue over the music - it is louder than some may like, particularly in between scenes (when scene setting, as a new landscape or area comes in to view) but it isn't the earbashingly excessive music that can be found in some films. At least at those moments you can turn the volume down, if but temporarily.

I felt the film did well in being quite immersive - the realism and use of dramatic music (if anything, it being slightly too loud but not too bad), I feel, did help it to seem a surprisingly atmospheric watch, which helped me to stop wanting to switch it off. I have been intrigued to watch films and shows like this but found them too hard to really 'get into' but this I felt worked well for me, personally. Some of the scenes are more dialogue based and less action focussed but it didn't outright bore me overall and if I had to choose between the two, I'd still say that there's more of an emphasis on the action sequences.

The only other comment I can think to make is that I did notice the camerawork was quite shaky at times - I suppose you could argue that it made the more, perhaps, worrying and desperate scenes (plot wise), seem more tense and edgy but I'm not sure it was entirely necessary and could be an irritating distraction to some (a little like Pegg's excruciating not Scottish sounding Scottish accent but I tend to like his performances, so I'll politely slightly over look that) but that, the ocassional cheesy moment, a slightly long winded ending and sometimes slightly too loud music aside, its a pretty decent film, which regardless of these criticisms, I still felt to be quite good overall. Given the number of disadvantages I've noted, you'd think I'd give it a lower score but I feel that I can't not rate it as a good film as it was entertaining and visually immersive, hence my rating.

Yes, I'd recommend this film as being a fairly immersive watch - its entertaining and features some impressive visual effects. It isn't constantly dialogue heavy and I didn't feel I had to know every in and out of the Star Trek universe, so to speak, in order to enjoy it. The cast seem to do a good job and so I felt it to be a decent film adaptation.… Expand
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dingleberryjackMay 21, 2023
No, JJ. Just no.

Until this film, Star Trek had always been about the progress of humanity and its ascension to a higher plane, one where it lives in harmony with itself and helps found an interstellar union. Like most good science fiction,No, JJ. Just no.

Until this film, Star Trek had always been about the progress of humanity and its ascension to a higher plane, one where it lives in harmony with itself and helps found an interstellar union. Like most good science fiction, the protagonist was often an idea as much as it was a character.

Then JJ came along. And he decided that Star Trek was now going to be about James T. Kirk's personal journey to overcome his reckless youth to become a man. And he decided as well to throw in some troped-up plots about planet killing technology. All in all a disappointment, and one that presaged his even worse vandalization of Star Wars.… Expand
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Tim007May 15, 2020
Terrible Star Wars wannabe movie with a forgettable summer blockbuster paint by numbers plot.

Full of T and A lacking any of the intellect or heart of the original Star Trek.
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SoapNuggetJun 25, 2021
To Boldly Go Where No One Has Gone Before. Star Trek (2009) is a near perfect film, the acting is one point, the action is great, the villain is complex yet simple, just an overall great film, 100% Abrams' best
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DBCourregesAug 19, 2020
Great fun. The Kelvin universe is a great way to introduce new fans to Trek!
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MrSpock2230Sep 14, 2020
As a stand-alone film, it's really good. But as part of the Star Trek universe, it's utter rubbish.
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NickTheCritickApr 24, 2022
James Tiberius Kirk was born among the stars and raised in Iowa, rebellious and stubborn wants to know the name of the beautiful Uhura, honor his father's memory, serve a cause, explore new worlds and go where no man has gone before. SpockJames Tiberius Kirk was born among the stars and raised in Iowa, rebellious and stubborn wants to know the name of the beautiful Uhura, honor his father's memory, serve a cause, explore new worlds and go where no man has gone before. Spock was born on the planet Vulcan from a human mother and a Vulcan father, rational and controlled he practices the discipline of Kolinahr to purify himself of emotions, loves Uhura with virtuous transport, dominates his human half and enlisted in Starfleet. It is on the Enterprise, a prestigious spaceship governed by Captain Christopher Pike, that the two young men meet and clash to face a fearsome enemy from the future. A good film that of a Abraham's who gets away with the arduous task of adapting one of the most famous science-fiction series on American television into a film.… Expand
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Jesus_SavesApr 27, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've never really been a Star Trek fan in the past, so I tried going into this movie with an open mind, and I thought it was pretty good. Kirk is a mixed lead. I do not care how he is a womanizer, but I liked parts of his charisma. Spock is an interesting character. I liked how you could tell the slight but noticeable difference between the younger version of himself, which is mainly stoic, save for one scene, whereas the future version of himself is more slightly more emotional, feeling a deep attachment to Kirk. The older version of Spock gives a very subtle performance in this regard, and I liked how the original actor for Spock retook his role for this movie. All the other characters are mostly static and one note, but I liked them regardless.

The writing can take a backseat at times. It is not all mindless action like some have said, but it does have some contrived moments. For example, when Vulcan was devoured by a black hole, they said that if they didn't leave immediately then they would get sucked in, more or less, yet they didn't. Also, to me it doesn't make since why Nyota would be attracted to Spock, since as said before, he is pretty emotionless. Speaking of Spock, it is contrived how he just happened to be at the cave that Kirk found on the ice planet, since the future is different in his timeline, so he couldn't have known that he would be there. In addition to this, despite being brilliantly smart, he was late to save an entire planet from annihilation? Finally, since this story has time travel in it, there are going to be some plot holes with it, but this is hardly a Star Trek exclusive problem.

The CGI, set pieces, and music are all really good, and you can tell that the film makers cared about this movie. This film is good overall, with some flaws here and there.… Expand
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liamexeOct 31, 2022
The action movie that we've come to expect from J.J. Abram is here dressed as Star Trek. But don't worry, it's not dull and nerdy like Star Trek; instead, it's cool and sexy and makes little sense. Set pieces occur at random, much like in aThe action movie that we've come to expect from J.J. Abram is here dressed as Star Trek. But don't worry, it's not dull and nerdy like Star Trek; instead, it's cool and sexy and makes little sense. Set pieces occur at random, much like in a video game! The effects are still quite fantastic, and occasionally you can see them through lens flares! Your favourite characters are all speaking some of the same lines! It manages to be just a little bit more troublesome than a genuine 1960s TV programme! ...as well as other such stuff. If you disregard what it's pretending to be, it's a punchy contemporary sci-fi movie that did so well that the director was given the opportunity to destroy another cherished sci-fi brand thereafter.… Expand
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