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Summary: A mixed package
Review: After the lacking "Insurrection," fans would wait an abnormally long four years before the tenth installment came to be. With Rick Berman still producing, he would select John Logan, acclaimed screenwriter of "Gladiator" (and Brent Spiner's friend), to write the screenplay which would feature the Romulans as the adversary. However, due to the debacle in the previous film, Jonathan Frakes declined to direct. In his place would be Stuart Baird, veteran editor of many films and director of "Executive Decision" and "U.S. Marshals."Would this be the film that fans waited so long for? My personal opinion is rather mixed. John Logan's script certainly has a lot of heart (in fact, some of the best scenes from his script were edited out for time constraints). The major problem for me was the ending. Data's death was rather unemotional and uninteresting. It even paled in comparison to Captain Kirk's death in "Generations," and THAT was a poor way for a character to go out. Also, I felt the goodbye scene between Picard and Riker was unemotional as well. These guys have known each other for over 15 years and all they do is say "It's been a pleasure serving with you." Nothing else. I really do think they should've chosen a different director. I was never a fan of Stuart Baird's style of directing. Nicholas Meyer, Jonathan Frakes, Leonard Nimoy, even David Carson could've directed this with a little more flair. Baird directs it as an action film, nothing more. On the plus side, the humor and camaradarie between the characters is well done. Lots of people complained about bad dialogue but I really didn't think the majority of it was. The acting was also quite good (especially Ron Perlman as the Viceroy, he is the man!). There's a real sense of "old Trekness" that this film possesses. Jerry Goldsmith's score is also good (although he could've made it a little better). It resembles "Logan's Run" and other older sci-fi films. Overall, this film is a definite mixed package. Since this might be the last Trek TNG film, I felt like the makers and cast didn't take a chance in making this great. Baird is an action director, nothing more. Goldsmith produced no new musical themes. The Romulans are never really explored here. And finally, Data's death didn't make a definite impact (even less so because of B4, the android double). All in all, not a terrible film... it's just not great. I do place it higher than "Generations" and "Insurrection," though.
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Summary: Worst Trek Film Ever
Review: First off, to the person who had the first posting, it is Commander RIKER, not Ricker. Sound it out. I just saw this film in the theatre. What a wasted two hours. Not enough character development, poor cinematography, and terrible dialogue. And....what was the point of killing Data???? I mean, this film makes Star Trek V look like a gem! Don't waste the time or money. I don't even think I will buy the DVD.
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Summary: Lots of action! Lots of character moments too!!
Review: This one is not to be missed!... As exciting as Wrath of Khan!! This was a wonderful installment and I sure hope they find a way to keep on making more films together~~~
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Summary: Star Trek: Nemesis
Review: This movie is the best...of all of them! The plot is great, the special effects are awesome, and the suspense is thrilling! This movie was extraordinary, definitely something to see! The plot development is smooth, which makes it a completely enjoyable film! If you liked any of the other star trek movies, you'll absolute love this one, plus you'll never know what will happen ;-)
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Summary: Attack Of The Clone
Review: The latest (and last?) Star Trek film finds the crew of the starship Enterprise-E attending the wedding reception of Commander William Riker (Jonathan Frakes) and Councelor Deanna Troi (Marina Sirtis) on earth. Once everyone returns to the ship, they head for a 2nd wedding ceremony on Troi's homeword. On route, the crew picks up signs that there may be another android like Data (Brent Spiner) along the Romulan/Federation border. Picard decides to investigate. As it turns out, the B4 (or Be Fore Spiner again) is just a ploy. It seems that years ago. the Romulans got a sample of the Captain's DNA, and cloned him. When their plan to replace the captain, was aborted, the clone was discarded and left on the nearby planet of Remus to suffer and be forgotten. Now a man, Shinzon (Tom Hardy) plans to exact revenge on the Romulans, and to surrive he must also have Picard's DNA. STAR TREK NEMESIS is 4th film in the series to feature the cast from The Next Generation. The end result is only a slightly better effort than the last film. Which really isn't saying much, since that film was the worst of TNG films. In other words, there was no where to go BUT up. with this one. NEMESIS still has a lot of problems as far as I'm concerned. First though, I will try and highlight the few good things about the picture. Once again, actor Patrick Stewart, gives a good performance as Captain Picard. His scenes with Tom Hardy were the best thing about NEMESIS, even if the story itself is, shall I say, rather lame The wedding was a good idea too. It's about time, we see some character growth in the series, for a change. It was also nice to see Guinan (Whoppi Goldberg) return to the fold. Even though, its only for a brief cameo, and nothing more. Other cameos in NEMESIS include, Admiral Janeway (Kate Mulgrew), who gives Picard his orders, X-Men director Bryan Singer and Will Wheaton as Wesley Crusher, the son of the ship's Doctor (both non-speaking) As much as I like the work of screenwriter John Logan and director Stuart Baird, I had problems with both men's work on the film. The script from Logan was full of cliches and tired plot devices. The finale seemed like a rip off of Star Trek II. No wonder those in charge, compare this film to Kahn.. As I said Tom Hardy is good when opposite Picard but he's no Ricardo Matalban, so why even compare the two? Don't the filmmakers have confidence in the film they made...? Why even "clone" Picard at all? As for Data, he's been doubled before in the TNG series, and with better results than this. It all felt like a cheat somehow. Since Baird is known for his action films, I thought that it was staged well for the film, but nothing grabbed me. The TNG cast knows their characters well enough to "act" blindfolded. As for additional guest stars Dina Meyer and Ron Pearlman, their characters in the film were rather one note, and not that interesting. If this is the last TNG film, there is a certain amount of closure in the story, to have it end here. As a longtime TREK fan, I really wanted to like NEMESIS, I really did. But this film only starts a new curse for the franchise--now, the even numbered films are not all that great anymore. Fans wiil see it anyway, while others should steer clear and probably will.
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Summary: NEMISIS - A tear jerker for Trek fans
Review: Sometimes I just don't think critics see the same films as I do. If you like Star Trek AT ALL you will be thoroughly entertained by this film. Being a Trek fan I can't comment about how this movie will be
received by the mainstream. I don't have a perspective on that. I felt that the plot, the acting and the special FX were all very well done. The only possible negative for me is that there were some similiar plot devices as STII "The Wrath Of Khan". Of course there have been so many stories told it's difficult to create situations of danger that do not have some duplication. I stayed away from spoilers and was surprised at the end. Very emotional family feeling to it. If you have watched and become familiar with the characters and their relationships over the years there is no way you will not be emotionally affected by the end of this adventure. I wish it were longer. -Kevon
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Summary: Unbelievable.
Review: I have just gotten back from the movie theater and I have to say I was completely blown away by Star Trek: Nemesis. Tom Hardy put in an astounding performance as Shinzon and the space battle between the Enterprise and Shinzon's ship was adrenaline-pumping to say the least. The suspence is great. There is plenty of action and the special effects do not dissapoint. There are also powerful emotions in the film which has not really been seen much since Star Trek: Generations. The death of Data was truly painful to watch much like Spock's death in Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan. Star Trek: Nemesis is a perfect Star Trek movie, has a brilliant ending, although sad, and bids a fond farewell to the crew of the Enterprise who we have enjoyed watching their journeys for 15 years.
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Summary: Good!!
Review: I thought it was great. Once again you must be a bit of a fan to get the best of the movie. I gave it 4 stars for a trekkie and I think if you are not you would not like it so well.
Sad to loose DATA, but it seems his replacement will fair well.
The ending was short and to the point. I am sad it is over and I cannot wait to see what Voyager has to offer!!
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Summary: What a way to go!
Review: This is billed as being the final journey of the Next Generation crew, and it definitely IS the final journey for one of them. Any time a major character dies, you have to wonder about how they're going to bring them back, but this character's death isn't a "Mr. Spock" kind of death...it's definitely a "Captain Kirk" dead-and-gone way to do it. While I hate to see a character develop for 15 years and then be wiped clean in an instant, in this case the character's death makes sense, and they go out in the most heroic manner I've seen through any of the films or tv shows. It's hard to believe the new crew is gone, but I guess the Paramount folks figured it was best to give these folks a rest and move on to their other two major ST franchises of Voyager and DS9. Maybe for the next film we can see the remaining characters of all 3 series (Enterprise just doesn't count) get together to find Sisko or something. Yes, this movie has it's cameos from Wesley Crusher (non-speaking, thank goodness) and Guinan too just for good measure. And it's good to see Ryker finally taking a ship of his own (I didn't give anything away - that's revealed in the first 5 minutes of the movie). The villian in this one is so subdued with that inner smoldering anger that he's almost comatose. He definitely ain't no Khan, that's for sure. I highly recommend this movie though and I eagerly await the next one in the series! Way to go guys, and goodbye ______ (I'm not going to give it away).
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Summary: That's what I call action....
Review: An hour ago I was leaving the first representation of Nemesis (the original english version of course) here in Quebec city. I have just one word... WOW!
I say Bravo! to John Logan for this terrific story. If you've liked First Contact, this one is better. Don't wait, go and see it!
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