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Summary: Best? No, But Darn Good Anyway
Review: This film was much closer to what Star Trek fans and indeed, even non-Trek fans expected. That is kind of a schizoid fact, but is true nevertheless. The cast and Director, Nick Meyer must have sensed they were creating something good and the result is an operatic stew of ideas that hits the target on nearly every level. 'Khan' became the template by which all good Star Trek films and television would forever be judged. Shatner and especially Montalban turn in fine performances but you have to watch them, I think, with the realisation that some of the dialogue drips with almost tongue-in-cheek, black humor. But that's okay, this is Space Opera. This film also contains my favorite portrayal of Spock. Nimoy imbues him with such grace, sly humor and courage we truly are devastated by Spock's death scene. For a character who prided himself on the control of emotions, we lose control of ours as we watch his (that word again) operatic demise. And like true opera, sometimes death is not final. My major beef? The silly, pseudo-scientific, virtually fantasy magick of the 'Genesis Device'. Even by Star Trek standards it was very far fetched.
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Summary: THE BEST OF THE BEST!
Review: If you don't like this, than Star Trek isn't for you. Even though there have been 7 films released after this, I still return to Star Trek 2 as being my very favorite. Everything is great about this - A great storyline, excellent action scenes, and the way they brought back an old foe from the original series was very smart and done very well. Every second of this movie keeps you wanting to know what happens next. And watching 2 "federation" ships blow the daylights out of each other is something you don't get to see often. Kahn is great, probably my favorite villian of all time. Get this, get this, get this! Even if you don't like Star Trek - get this!
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Summary: KHAN!
Review: This is one of the best movies in the ST series. Search For Spock was better though. I just like that one. If you like action with great drama, this ones for you.Maltoban does a wonderful job reprising his role as the evil superhuman in this, the second installment of the Trek series. It begins with Chekov finding Kahn by accident and being forced by Kahn to let control of his ship, the Reliant, over to Kahn. Kahn then steals the Genesis device. (A wonderful terraforming device.) Which Kahn takes as a massive weapon. Kirk and Kahn then showdown for the rest of the movie. Excellent movie. I give TWOK *Types 'FIVE'* FIVE STARS!
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Summary: The best what else to say
Review: This movie is great the DVD does this movie the justice it deserves. Truly the music makes this film the great that it is and the DVD experiance really helps to bring you into the show. Not a bad thing to say here.
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Summary: Best of the Star Trek films
Review: Boy, it's nice to see the original crew in all their glory. Still in good shape, at the height of their acting powers. Star Trek II has action, intrigue and a nice tip of the hat to the original series featuring the old villain, Khan, played by Ricardo Montalban. I hadn't seen this film in years when I bought the DVD and I was amazed at how well the special effects held up. We've become a bit spoiled with digital effects these days and it's nice to see that we weren't just kidding ourselves when we thought the effects in films like Star Trek II and Aliens were good. They are! ST II is one of the more heart-wrenching of the Trek films as well. For those two or three of you out there who haven't seen it or know about it, I won't spoil the ending. The DVD's special features, while not plentiful, are good. And the reproduction is top notch. I highly recommend this version of the film.
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Summary: Yet another disappointing Paramount release.
Review: A wonderful movie, acceptable transfer, but overall a mediocre DVD. Paramount, yet once again, provides a premium DVD without the extras we've become accustomed to--deleted scenes, director commentary, behind the scenes, etc. All the more surprising in this case, since it's well known that ABC ran an extended-length version of this movie, featuring Scotty's nephew, in the 1980s. Paramount should get a clue from the X-Files releases (including the movie), rather than simply milk a loyal fan base.
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Summary: Star Trek - Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
Review: I'm a proud Baby Boomer, a fan of Star Trek from its inception. The originals were "must see" events. When I was in grad school in Baltimore reruns could be seen on the cable from DC, B'more & Philadelphia. I'm not a "reviewer" but I know that while I watch Star Trek II, III, IV, etc. (I am awaiting the release of Star Trek: The Motion Picture so that my collection will be completed.) my proefessional problems fade into a time warp and all is right with the cosmos. Escapism, from time to time, is a vital part of mental health.
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Summary: Feel the Wrath of Classic Trek!
Review: As far as the movie goes, director Nicholas Meyer captures what Star Trek "should look and feel like" in this second film. A tribute to the fans intelligence, the film gives lots of credit to its viewers. The DVD is superb! The sound quality is wonderful - and the the visuals are sharp and clear. There is no washed out feeling as some DVD's have with older pictures. The restoration was well done! As always, the DVD lacks the amount of extras that DVD's are so perfect for. The old trailer is a hoot to watch, however, and is worth every penny of the DVD right there. The story, which has been reviewed so many times before, is solid and fun. I love the Chekov tie in with Khan. (For those of you who do not know, Chekov didn't join the show until the second season, but the Khan episode "Space Seed" was in the first season. So when Khan says "I never forget a face" - you gotta wonder...) Anyway, classic trek is captured in this movie. With a great story line, and wonderful visual and audio quality, there is no reason not to buy this DVD!
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Summary: 5 stars (and I'm not even a trekkie)
Review: I admit that I watched the original Star Trek series when it was aired (who didn't?), and caught the occasional re-run, but have never been a die-hard trekkie. When I saw "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" I actually left the theater in the middle -- it seemed more like an opportunity for the Star Trek crew to swear at each other and have meaningless dialog than to present a story...then came "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan," even the title is a winner...while the first star trek movie's title had to convince itself that it was indeed a motion picture. The powers that be behind Star Trek II made a masterful decision by tying into one of the original Star Trek episodes for the premis of this movie. They brought original Star Trek fans back to the theater, and created a new set of fans at the same time. This film is a pleasure to watch. Ricardo does a great job as the anti-hero -- you may actually find yourself secretly rooting for him. This movie has plenty of action, adventure, tough times, plot twists, and a fun story line. Kirk and co. find almost more than they bargained for when they accidentally run across the genetically superior Khan and his clan again. And what about those little sand crawlers -- EEEEeeewwwwwwwww, now that's entertainment! Nothing like a hazardous invertebrate to spice up your day, eh? If you are even a casual fan of sci-fi you will enjoy this film. Give it a look! It's well worth the price. 5 stars from a non-trekkie Have fun, and "live long and perspire." Alan Holyoak
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Summary: Rarely has the screen seen a better Trek.
Review: The even movies in this series are the "real" Trek movies. ST4 had the whales. ST6 had the last of the old crew. ST8 had the Borg. But ST2, ah ST2, that had Ricardo Mantalban giving William Shatner's scene chewing a run for it's money. In fact, Shatner is relatively subdued for the better part of the movie. His Captain Kirk is feeling his age and faced with an estranged son that would prefer to remain estranged. Lost love and missed opportunities, and a tight reign from director Nicholas Meyer (Time After Time, ST6), help keep Shatner in check. Also marks the screen debut of Kirstie Alley as Lt. Saavik.
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