Friday, June 26, 2009

Star Trek (reviewed in 100 words or less)

With countless sweaty nerd hands poised to post baQa' on sci-fi forums around the world, launching the Genesis device into the ailing Star Trek universe wouldn't be an inconsiderable undertaking, even for so reputable a director as J. J. Abrams.
Wisely selecting an 'alternate timeline' as a cover for any indiscretions, Abrams presents the development of the iconic James T. Kirk from birth to his first stint in the captain's chair. Inspired casting, excellent acting and stylish camera-work make up for the average plot, inconsistent humour and a slightly awkward Nimoy cameo. Even the nerds had little to complain about.

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