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May 14, 2024, 03:07:34 AM
 Star TrekThe future begins in J. J. Abrams' smash hit STAR TREK, "a burst of pure filmmaking exhiliration and an irresistible invitation for fun." Scott Mantz, ACCESS HOLLYWOOD. When the Romulan Nero comes from the future to take revenge on the Federation, rivals Kirk and Spock must work together to stop him from destroying everything they know. On a thrilling journey filled with incredible action, the new recruits of the U.S.S. Enterprise will voyage through unimaginable danger in one of the biggest and most critically acclaimed movies of the year. |
I watched some of the original series years ago and I saw some of the movies, but I never considered myself a fan. I think part of it was because I did not deal well seeing Spock die in Wrath of Kahn when I was like 6. That kind of turned me off of Star Trek for a long time, though I did end up watching a lot of Next Generation once it was on. Anyway, I wasn't that interested when I first heard about a new Star Trek movie. Then I started to see trailers and I changed my mind. I'm glad I did.
This movie takes place when Kirk and Spock are still at Star Fleet Academy and they aren't liking each other much. The movie is starting a new series, and it is an alternate time line from the original stuff because of Nero traveling back in time and altering history, first causing Kirk's dad to die when his ship is attacked, and later by destroying an important planet. The main characters are all here and while it is clear who they are, they also have some differences. Kirk is rather wild before joining Star Fleet, and even after at times. I think the differences introduced are interesting and work for the movie. I also like that the original Spock returns as well.
The Enterprise looks good - it looked awesome on the big screen. The bridge area does seem a little smaller and it is very bright and white, which is a little different. There is action in different scenes that is done well. The special effects are done well. There is way too much lens flare though. It seems like it stands out to me more and more when I rewatch the movie. Abrams keeps doing this in his movies, and he really needs to knock it off. It is annoying and distracting.
Star Trek (2009) is a well done, very entertaining movie that definitely deserves to be seen, though some Trek fans may not like how some things are changed.
I did post a longer review at Epinions after I first saw the movie in the theater.
Star Trek (2009)
(From Marie's Random Movie Viewing on June 26th, 2013)
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Tom's TV Pilots marathon, a review by Tom
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Plot:
College isn't the only thing he can't get into!
How's a guy supposed to keep his nose in the books with so many sexy girls in his face? Keitaro moved to his grandma's apartment building to cram for a college entrance exam. Too bad nobody told him the complex is for ladies only and that he's the new manager!
The job has some perks: girls frolicking in the hot springs all day and lounging in their naughtiest nighties all night. It's definitely gonna be tough for Keitaro to focus on studying - especially if one of his titillating tenants turns out to be his long lost love! From the man who quickened your pulse with Negima! and My Santa, it's Ken Akamatsu's classic - Love Hina!
Love Hina
1.01 All-Girls Dorm with Outdoor Bath: Hot Spring (2000-04-19)
I know someone who absolutely loves this series and the manga it was based on. It's the prototypical harem comedy.
I never really got into it. It has some fun moments, but I always preferred "Ai Yori Aoshi" to this.
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(From Tom's TV Pilots marathon on June 7th, 2012)