Star Trek

Went to Sim Lim Square to help Ys pick out a camera today while Qy helped him choose the computer desktop. The both of us were treated to a movie for our help and we watched Star Trek at Iluma. The synopsis and review are as follows.

Star Trek tells the incredible journey filled with action, comedy, and cosmic peril where the new recruits must find a way to stop an evil which threatens all of mankind. The fate of the galaxy rests in the hands of bitter rivals; James Kirk (Chris Pine), a delinquent, thrill-seeking Iowa farm boy, and Spock (Zachary Quinto) who was raised in a logic-based society that rejects all emotion. As fiery instinct clashes with calm reason, their unlikely but powerful partnership is the only thing capable of leading their crew through unimaginable danger, boldly going where no one has gone before.

This science fiction action film by J.J. Abrams boosts many space warps, galactic torpedoes, space pursuits, and time travel. The special effects as well as the action is top-notch and we get intense space battles that are highly compelling and entertaining due to the strong cast and intelligent script. James Kirk and Spock have great character development and the leads fulfill their roles with good conviction. The storyline does not treat audiences like kids and we get a full fledged revitalized introduction to the Star Trek series.

Final verdict: Loads of action and great special effects propel the movie but what distinguishes it from other blockbusters are the strong character development and its emotional depth. 'Live long and prosper', i will be awaiting the sequels to Star Trek in the years to come.

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