[Movie] Star Trek (2009)

Originally Posted by LeHah

The joke is that - for someone who supposedly loved and grew up on the original series - JJ Abrams and his script continuity department didn't do their homework at all.

They probably did, and even if they didn't, they just don't care. And I'm thankful. The Trek "universe" has needed a redo for a long time anyway, much like any franchise that over extends itself in time. The original story and series are good, very entertaining and overall just good creative TV. Over the years and various Trek movies/TV series, the original characters and universe have evolved and not necessarily for the better.

I'm excited about Trek born anew. We'll see if it's worth anything, but over all, it's about damn time they started over. The Trek universe is tired, very tired. Much like Marvel and DC rebirth their comic universes (albeit poorly at times), it's healthier for the franchise, healthier for story-telling, and it's a fresh take for fans.

I myself am not a Trek whore, but I've enjoyed it over the years. The original series when I was a boy, the movies when I was a bit older, TNG as a teen... DS9 while some swear by it, lacked a certain momentum that earlier stuff had. Same with Voyager. Unfortunately, I never saw Enterprise, but I'm guessing I would have liked it. The overall developing Trek universe has been fun and entertaining, but it's layered complexity is too much anymore. The simplicity, mystery, and adventure of the originals is completely lost.

I don't have an educated opinion on Abrams or any of the creators of this movie, but I'm certainly glad someone is attempting to restart this intriguing franchise/story as Trek still has potential to excellently entertain for years to come.

Jam it back in, in the dark.