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Summary: BEST TREK EVER!
Review: 1982's STAR TREK - THE WRATH OF KHAN was a dream come true for TREK fans everywhere. The return of series' villain Khan Noonian Singh, consumed by his obsession to exact revenge on Admiral Kirk for the death of his wife, resulted in a TREK that was bolder and more dramatic than ever before, (or since -- take note, Rick Berman!) Key to the rebirth was the hiring of director Nicholas Meyer, an admitted novice to the STAR TREK phenomenon who nonetheless drew an astounding, best-ever performance from Shatner and created a taut, tightly-paced adventure in the tradition of the series' finest episodes. As usual, DeForest Kelley steals scene after scene.
From the very beginning, Paramount has lead the charge in packing their DVD's with supplementary materials, and this disc doesn't disappoint. For starters, there are two VERY cool behind-the-scenes documentaries: STAR TREK: RECAPTURING THE MAGIC explores the effort that went into ensuring the film FELT like STAR TREK, while the second documentary, IKE EISENMANN: FROM WITCH MOUNTAIN TO THE MILKY WAY, examines in exhausting detail how the actor went from child star at Disney to his tour of duty aboard the Enterprise in KHAN. Both shorts are interesting and informative, and above all, fun. But the studio didn't stop there; in addition to the documentaries, we get a pristine transfer of the film's original theatrical trailer, a generous collection of TV spots, and a rare, seldom seen teaser trailer created expressly for the Polish market. But the real jewel of the extras is the inclusion of an entire taping of The Merv Griffin Show from 1982 featuring Shatner, Nimoy, and Kelley, just prior to the release of the film. That alone would have been sufficient to make the disc a must-buy, but Paramount ups the ante by giving us not one, not two, but 25 audio commentaries!!! This treasure trove of extras, combined with the dynamic picture and sound of the film transfer, will have TREK fans everywhere rushing to beam this one up!
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Summary: If only there were extras...
Review: In my opion, this is still the best of the Star Trek series (movies and TV included). It certainly is the most exciting. It is great to watch William Shatner and Ricardo Montalban try to over-act each other while quoting Moby Dick. The scenes of The Enterprise duking it out with The Reliant have never been topped. The only reason that I didn't give it 5 Stars is that this DVD--although it looks and sounds great--doesn't have any extras on it. Perhaps they are holding that version off for a few years. It seems a common tactic so if you are holding out for "The Wrath of Kahn--The Ultimate Version", hold onto your money.
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Summary: Kirstie Alley (Cheers, Victoria's Secret) as Vulcan
Review: This is one of my favorite Star Trek movies. Ricardo Montalban is just great as Khan. The worms taking over the people is a great touch. There is romance and humor andI love that feeling of not knowing what is going to happen next. Wouldn't we all like to start over sometimes?
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Summary: KHAN!!
Review: Terrific Movie. It has to be my favorite Star Trek movie. Nicholas Meyer (who also directed Star Trek VI) did a terrific job. The movie is classic Star Trek, but the constant plot twists turn this movie into a spectacular piece of art. The first star Trek movie was a real disappointment, but Star Trek II makes up for that. The Battle in the Mutara is one of the best scenes, while the first battle with Khan is an excellent triumph for Kirk. I would recomment this movie to anyone.
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Summary: excellent movie
Review: This has always been my favorite of the Star Trek movies, and quality of the video on the DVD is the best I have ever seen this movie. I would of liked to see more extra features. With the Popularity of Star Trek you would think Paramount would have something extra to add.
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Summary: Decent sound at last
Review: Second of the feature films and first in the Genesis storyline and still one of the best Star Trek films. Contains a good script and acting, excellent music score and neat special effects especially near the end of the film. After watching this film a number of times on video it so nice to watch this film with a decent Dolby 5.1 soundtrack. The film really comes alive with this extra dimension.
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Summary: The Best Star Trek Movie of all time!
Review: This is without a doubt the best Star Trek movie of all time! Star Trek II: the Wrath of Khan directed by Nicholas Meyer! Starrring William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Deforest Kelley, and Ricardo Mantlban as Khan! This was the movie sequel to the classic Star Trek episode "Space Seed" Khan returns to take his revenge on Admiral Kirk and the starship Enterprise. He and his crew of supermen hijack the crew of the USS Reliant and learns about the Genisis Project. Khan and crew attack the USS Enterprise and states his demands of revenge on Admiral Kirk. Kirk, Spock learn that he learned about the Gensis project. After Khan is defeated by Kirk, the Enterprise rushes to science station Regular One. There he looks for the scientist and survivers of Khan's assault on the station. At the science station, he finds Captain Terrel and Paval Chekov (Walter Keoning) Kirk, Saavik (Kiristie Alley), and Dr. McCoy asks where is DR. Carol Marcus and the Genisis Materials. They abviously don't know. So they go to the Transporter room and beam down to the planetiod. Kirk and company find Dr. Carol Marcus, David Macus, and rest of Regular One's crew. Unknown to them, Captain Terrel and Chekov threatned to kill everyone unless there demands are not met. Terrel and Chekov were brainwashed by alien perisits of Ceti Alpha V. After Khan reintroduces himself and his deamnds. Terrel and a Regular one crew memeber gets killed by a phaser blast. Chekov gets knocked out and Kirk and Dr. McCoy discover he was brainwashed by an alien perisit. Kirk kills the perisit with a phaser. Meanwhile, Khan beams the Genisis Device on board the Reliant. Kirk screams in Anger at Khan! And the rest you will have to watch on your own! find out what happents next! Get this great Sci-Fi movie! This film is also the movie debut of Actress Kristie Alley (Cheers!) who impresses the audience with her acting ability as Lt. Saavik! Great movie! Highly Recommended!
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Summary: One of the best
Review: ...Graphics works were superb (and still hold up well today), although some of the star glows in the nebula were fake-looking. My only real problem with this DVD release is the lack of the extra footage...All in all, this is an excellent movie to start on if you are just getting into the series.
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Summary: The Best of the Lot
Review: I've seen 8 of the 9 Star Trek movies (never happened to catch #5 for some reason), and for my money, "Wrath of Khan", the second in the series, still rules supreme. Here, the Enterprise is a training vessel for new cadets with Mr. Spock as their captain/teacher. Captain now Admiral Kirk is merely along for the ride when news reaches them that a new threat is underway, and the fledging crew is the only Starfleet ship in the vicinity. Plenty of drama as the innocents and the Old Pros take on danger."Wrath of Khan" succeeded where "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" had failed to capture the hearts of Trek fans, and ensured the dynasty of films to follow. There's a few things I like about this film: 1. Ricardo Montalban as Khan. RM reprises his TV series episode role as Khan, an evil genius, the leader of superhuman, superstrength musclemen. He used to be smug, but since our last encounter, he has become embittered and extremely hell-bent on vengeance against Kirk personally. Of course, he's willing to destroy humanity if that stands in his way too. 2. The subplot about getting older. This theme got touched on again in "ST: Insurrection", but it is far better treated here. That's because there is no remedy for it, except ultimate resignation to the fact, as we see here. So, Kirk in "WofK" must come to terms with mortality in a very special way. By the way, the movie outdoes the show here, because there is no such thing as "dead but brought back to life" which always removed dramatic tension in the series. Here, reality is reality. "WofK" would not be out of place as a tool in bereavement groups, because we see that like in the epic of Gilgamesh, even heroes cannot control life and death. When I saw as a college student this the day it premiered in NYC , I actually cried at the end! Wouldn't do that for many movies, and none of the ST movies to follow. "Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan" deserves all five stars.
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Summary: The Best that Star Trek (the original crew) has to Offer!
Review: This DVD selection is simply amazing. In this incredible film not only does it continue the Star Trek saga, but it also elaborates on one of the best episodes from the Original Series. What happen to Khan? Well this action packed DVD lets us now what Khan has been up to. We also discover a bit more about Captain James T. Kirk's private life with a surprise for him and the audience on Space Lab Regula 1.
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