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Summary: This one lacks a soul
Review: This is the first Star Trek movie I felt lacked any real soul. I could not get into the action or emotion and it failed to draw me in. I purchased it, watched it and sold it. Not a keeper.
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Summary: Dark and dull
Review: A very unsatisfying entry into the Trek saga. It falls into the same trap that Die Another Day fell into around the same time. The film makers seem to be trying to reinvent the franchises in a mould they think will appeal to the 'new generation'. By doing so they lose all the things that made the earlier films so popular and entertaining. Bond films aren't Die Hard. Trek films aren't Solaris. People want to know why this film made the least money of all. What's the mystery? It's a dull, slow, uninvolving movie.Don't get me wrong, I'm all for Trek exploring deeper themes and I'm not saying they all have to be light hearted romps. But a balance of tone is crucial in any movie. And that's where this film falls down. It's just not fun to watch. Surely, whatever the story or themes, Star Trek should always be fun to watch. **POTENTIAL SPOILER AHEAD** And the greatest disappointment of all is the throwaway death of one of the main characters. Frankly you can see it coming from early on and the fact that the 'death' is clearly set up at the end to be non-lasting merely robs it of any emotional impact. Compare it to the end of Wrath of Khan to see what I mean. Even though we know Spock comes back, that film still packs an emotional wallop after many viewings. It reminds me, obscurely enough, of a Doctor Who episode where he farewells his robot dog K9 then goes back into the TARDIS and pulls out a box labeled K9: Mark 2. You'll know what I mean when you see it. It was a sad disservice to a beloved character and indicative of the weakness of this film overall. Rent it, don't buy it.
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Summary: Nemesis delivers in some areas
Review: Star Trek: Nemesis is a well plotted film and the exposition is laid out carefully as though it were an old fashioned film. However, as infuriating as it may be to Trek fans and filmgoers alike, it does manage to the impossible even as far as Star Trek is concerned. It's scored brilliantly by Jerry Goldsmith, Star Trek's musical god, this does the film justice because the score makes it appear as though the entire film from beginning to end is larger than life and makes it partially accessible to children only in some scenes though. Data's counterpart B4 as pointless as this plot device is, Brent Spiner's performance in scenes with himself and himself provide another point of reassurance that the film is not completely bad while not being the best. The film's best plotline interwoven in the story is the film's sense of family. The family is growing and therefore growing apart which in a way makes this an acceptible swan song for the Next Generation crew. The digital aspects of the film deliver and deliver well. The film's true problem is the longevity of the Trek franchise, it has been beaten to death. The writers no longer emphasize the scientific and brain tingling aspect of Star Trek, they have fleshed it inside and out to make it an action exploitation film which does not fly well. It's already got a narrow audience enough as it is that is narrowing even more. Those intelligent aspects of Star Trek are the reason why we've loved it so hard and for so long once those things are gone, the franchise has lost its main fan base. I remember being a small child when the Next Generation debuted and watching it all the way to its end and it was and still is an extreme pleasure to watch. I even got the little kid kick from the beginning title sequence of the show and still do sometimes. But, all the way through Nemesis, seeing how bad everyone aged and how it just all seemed so tired and run of the mill, was not an enjoyable aspect for me. It is time for Star Trek to reinvent itself in a more up to date and intelligent fashion for secure survival of its future, should there be one.
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Summary: Not with a bang...
Review: Disclaimers: My wife and I are dyed-in-the-wool STTNG fans, preferring it to the original series (which we like, too). We've seen every episode and every movie, and enjoyed even those that weren't the best. We snuck into this film late one night after watching "The Two Towers" -- and you know what? It wasn't even worth the money we didn't pay to see it. This is by far the most slap-dash godawful mess of a film bearing the words "Star Trek" that has ever been made. Whether it's Picard doing a Mad Max impression as he drives his land rover at breakneck speed to outrace the villians, or the long (very long) and boring (very boring -- the pacing of these scenes make you think the very first ST movie was an MTV video) sequences between Picard and his "Nemesis" you'll swear you're in some kind of ST hell. Nothing makes any sense here: from supposed bright leaders of a country watching (and not otherwise moving) as someone sets a bomb in front of them, activates it, and then walks away (boy, do I want *these* guys as my enemies :>) to a "sacrifice" ending that you can see coming an hour or three away (the movie seems like it takes four hours) you won't believe a thing you see or hear. Prior to making this movie Stewart was pooh-poohing rumors this was the last film: as soon as he saw the released product he promptly announced he wouldn't be playing Picard anymore. I think that about says it all. It's a pity the series is going to end with a whimper and not a bang, but I suspect completists are going to have to have this in their collection, just as I am sure they will never take it off the shelf to watch more than once. Do yourself a favor and save your pennies to buy one or more seasons of the excellent series, and remember this cast at their far better best.
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Summary: Loved It!
Review: I'm a big fan of the Next Gen crew, and I was verrry disappointed with their last outing (totally lame). Nemesis makes up for it! Just the fact that Riker and Troi got married (yippee!!) was enough to push this one up towards the top, but there were a couple of great battle scenes, enough humor to make it "human", a wonderful new character (B4), and I liked the nemesis, he was almost as interesting as the Borg Queen (she's still my fave, though). There were several moments when I said "how cool!" out loud, which is important in a Star Trek movie, and I applauded at the end, so... it was a lot of fun, and I highly recommend it to Trek, and especially Next Gen fans!
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Summary: Spoiled By Joel Siegel
Review: I was siked when i heared they were making a 10th Star Trek. I love all the Star Trek films. I only wish i saw it in the movies. My Mom and i were planning on seeing it the first week it came out. But earlier that week she saw Joel Siegel on ABC. He said he did not like the film it was to much in the future for him so he spoiled my trip to the Movies. But i got to rent it on DVD and wish i saw it in the Movies but all is good. If i was you i would buy it.
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Summary: This movie stinks
Review: Many of the original TNG television episodes are more entertaining to watch than Nemesis is. My question is... how could this happen? How could anyone possibly accept a movie script as poorly written as this one? Seriously, have all of the good science-fiction writers in the world disappeared or something? I don't understand how Paramount Pictures allows people who obviously know nothing about the Star Trek series to write these stupid scripts. There were numerous inconsistencies from this movie and the original TV series. I could probably live with that, although I think it just demonstrates that the writers don't really care. The main problem with the movie is that the story was totally boring and made no sense. Paramount needs to get some more talented writers if they want to revive the Star Trek franchise.
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Summary: The Final Star Trek film and the best since 1994.
Review: This is the tenth and the final Star Trek motion picture since the original Star trek tv series (1966-1969) and Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994). This film is the best I've seen since Star Trek: Generations (1994), but then again I am devoted to the original cast of Star Trek (1966-1969, films 1979-1984). Tom Hardy played an excellent villian. The DVD includes lots of interviews and seven deleted scenes. Look quick for Wil Wheaton as "Wesley Crusher". He is sitting at our far left of the wedding reception table, on Widescreen. But might not be seen in Full Screen version.
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Summary: "Q" Is Needed To Help Save The Franchise!!
Review: Star Trek: Nemesis, the Tenth and perhaps last of the Star Trek theatrical films, directed by Stuart Baird, focuses on the idea of what makes up ones own personality through the course of events and actions that effect our life? If altered, can they be changed or are we bound by some unknown destiny we cannot foresee? Patrick Stewart returns as Captain Jean-Luc Picard along with the rest of the original "Next Generation" cast. His adversary: a twenty-four year old clone of himself named Shinzon (Tom Hardy), who was created by the Romulan empire in the hopes of killing Picard and taking his place. But the plan was scrapped and Shinzon was forced to live out most of his life on the dark, desolate, dillithium mining planet of Remus, where he slowly began plotting his revenge: the total annihilation of earth. Strong performances abound in this truly grand epic, including Tom Hardy as Shinzon, who does a spectacular job going nose to nose against Patrick Stewart's legendary acting abilities, while still managing to hold his own in a scene together. The film also boasts an impressive story, including a unique subplot about Data (Brent Spiner) and his newfound brother, B-4 (also played by Spiner). Other highlights include the much anticipated wedding between Will Riker and Deanna Troi as well as Data's rendition of Irving Berlin's "Blue Skies" at the party afterwards. And with strong character development, a tremendous score by Jerry Goldsmith (one of his best), some exciting action sequences, including an all terrain vehicle chase (with Picard behind the wheel) and an all out space battle between the Enterprise and the Scimitar (Shinzon's cloaked vessel), you've got yourself a film that's has it all. So then what happened at the box office? Many people are still scratching their heads as to why Star Trek: Nemesis ended up becoming the lowest money making Trek film of the entire franchise, which was previously held by Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. A major factor had to be the release date on December 13th (2002), which pigeonholed the film in-between the release dates of Harry Potter & The Chamber of Secrets as well as The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers, two of the most highly anticipated movies of the year. It would almost seem like suicide to release a film anywhere near either of them. Still others contend that the downfall occurred due to the franchise exhausting itself with all the different television series that have been released over the years, burning itself out in the process. Some have even argued that there were just too many parallels between Nemesis and Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn. But no matter if you're an optimist or a pessimist, the question remains:
Can something be done to help save the franchise? A popular idea (which this reviewer happens to agree with) is to bring back the ever popular character, "Q" (made famous on the tv series) and make a film using him as the main focal point. Played flawlessly by actor John de Lancie, "Q", an omnipotent superbeing, would be able to take the Enterprise on a journey the likes of which we, the filmgoing public, have never seen or imagined. He also has the potential to appeal to both Trek and non-Trek fans alike. "Q" is always at his best when matching wits against Picard. Their chemistry together is just perfect. With all his amazing powers (the ability to make anyone or anything appear as well as taking anyone anywhere in the universe), the possibilities are endless as to the kind of story that could be made for a possible Star Trek XI. And although this doesn't seem likely now, one can remember a similar experience with Star Trek V: The Final Frontier when everyone thought it would also be the last installment. Jonathan Frakes (Will Riker) has been saying for virtually every TNG picture, that "Q" will eventually show up in one of them. "Q" could do for Star Trek XI what the Borg did for "First Contact. But is it too late? Let's hope not. The Star Trek: Nemesis DVD also has some rather interesting extras, including an audio commentary by director Stuart Baird, who speaks in an almost soft whisper as he shares his thoughts about the film and what he was forced to cut out (such as Riker playing his trombone or more scenes with Data's cat, Spot). Four featurettes and a photo gallery are also present, each discussing different aspects of the film, from directing, character development, action, special effects, and even a small possibility, by Patrick Stewart himself, for a potential sequel. Many will find the nine "deleted scenes" section on the DVD fascinating. Highlights include an intimate discussion between Picard and Data (who looks at the Captains flute from "The Inner Light" tv episode) about getting older, a second rape scene on Troi by Shinzon in a turbolift (which was partly shown in the Nemesis theatrical trailer), and an extended ending which shows a new first officer taking over for Riker (who is leaving with Troi to become Captain of the starship Titan), as well as Picard's Captain's chair finally being fitted with automatic seatbelts. So show your support and pick up this DVD today. There are still many more stories to be told with the Next Generation crew of the starship Enterprise. Let them be made into a reality on the big screen. Engage.
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Summary: Supremely disappointing
Review: This bleak and dreary film lacks everything enjoyable about my all-time favorite series and left me with a dull ache in my belly. Aside from the brief wedding scene there is no warmth, no humor, no interesting locales or character interaction and the villian, who seems to have three-fourths of the film's dialogue, is neither menacing nor interesting, just an arrogant jerk. I wanted more Worf and Riker!!! There was a lot of action, but it amounted to nothing more than a prolonged space battle differing from episdodes only in that it was much louder and considerably longer. In contrast to the exotic and colorful settings of the Star Wars films, the masterful action sequences of the Matrix, and the dynamic characters and villians of the X-Men, this dead in the water bomb makes Star Trek look tired, uninspired and down for the count. I am praying for a miracle . . .
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