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Summary: The Best Trek Film Deserves A Better DVD Package
Review: STAR TREK: THE WRATH OF KHAN (it didn't have the II in the title when it first came out) is far and away the best Trek film. William Shatner gives his best performance as Kirk, and Ricardo Montalban is incredible as the revenge obsessed Khan. The story is excellent and well paced, mixing small doses of humor in just the right places. The special effects are the best of the series up to INSURRECTION, and Nicholas Meyer's direction is excellent on all levels. The DVD transfer of the film is beautiful - by far the best version of the film visually. Sadly, however, the only extra we get is the original theatrical trailer (and it's not exactly a spectacular trailer - I seem to remember another trailer that was better...). They should have restored the film to include the footage seen on ABC when they broadcast the movie back in the 80's. That version has several extended scenes that help make certain angles in the story make more sense. They also should have done a documentary on the making of the film, like the documentaries on the James Bond DVD's. All that may yet happen, but until then this is still an excellent transfer of the original film, in it's original theatrical form. STAR TREK: THE WRATH OF KHAN is still most die-hard Trek fans' pick as best Trek film, and I would agree with that sentiment. Even though the lack of extras is disappointing, I would recommend this DVD to both Trek fans and non-Trek fans alike. One of the best Science Fiction films of all time.
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Summary: Ze starship, ze starship!
Review: This entry in the TREK film series is basically a sequel to an episode of the classic STAR TREK TV series entitled "Space Seed." In that episode, a group of genetically engineered supermen and superwomen are unwittingly awakened from their cryogenic deep-sleep by Captain Kirk and crew, after which a struggle for control of the Enterprise ensues. Kirk and company emerge as victors, of course, but the genetic superfolks are allowed to live in exile on a harsh-but-habitable out-of-the-way planet.In this feature-length sequel, Ricardo Montalban (of FANTASY ISLAND fame) is wonderfully over-the-top as he reprises the role of Captain Kirk's nemesis Khan Noonien Singh, leader of the aforementioned genetically superior exiles. Having found a way off the prison planet, Khan leads his fellows on a quest to exact revenge on those who were responsible for their banishment--namely, Kirk and crew. Arguably one of the best of the TREK flicks, the story is tight and exciting, the special FX are top-notch, and the acting is excellent. (One notable performance is that of actress Kirstie Alley, who here makes her film debut as a Vulcan Starfleet officer.) It's true that die-hard Trekkers will have fun picking apart some of the TREK continuity errors--e.g., why does Chekov recognize Kahn when the Chekov character was not yet a part of the show in the original episode?--but casual TREK fans and aficionados alike will find this entry both entertaining and "genetically superior" to the previous TREK film (i.e., STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE).
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Summary: NOW THIS IS A TASTY BURGER!!!!!!
Review: HAHAHAHAHAHA funny, how is it funny you may ask? It is funny just because i've seen potatoes more exciting and action-packed than this peice of crud. All it does is steal idea after idea from Vanilla Sky, which was one of the greatest movies ever made, they should have just taken Tim Caughtwrite or who ever the hell that was away from that movie to. I mean really, you should just grab a taco, curl up on a rug, and watch the Drew Carry show. This is just one of those movies that is like an angry poodle, it bites on to your leg and you say damnit poodle get off and ya shake you leg a little but it's still just hanging on and you chuck a copy of "THE TALE OF TWO CITIES" at it but it still won't let go and your like damnit poodle don't make me pull a badass on you greasy haired stepchild self. You really should watch Bio-Dome instead.
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Summary: The return of Khan was a great idea
Review: The makers of the Star Trek films have done many things to them but bringing back Khan was no doubt the best. Aside from the Gorn(who would've been to hard to bring back) was the TV series best villain. Nicholas Meyer no doubt the best Star Trek director. "The Wrath of Khan" was the best Trek film until "The Undiscovered Country" came out. And those were the only two directed by Meyer. In the film Khan (Ricardo Montilban) and his team of genetically engineered super humans hijack the USS Reliant and attempt to steal the Genesis project. tHere was another good idea. I really liked Genesis. They also introduced David (Merrit Butrick) as Kirk's son. Which added a good element. It gave Kirk (William Shatner) more depth and feelings. This film also featured two unforgettable sceneces. Of course Spock's (leonard Nimoy) death. But also the final fight between the Enterprise and the Reliant is truly a great battle no doubt the best of the Trek battles fought in space. Montalbin makes truly a great villain and overall it hard to find anything wrong with "The Wrath of Kahn."
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Summary: ...... I SPIT MY LAST BREATH AT THEE
Review: Truly there is no other movie in the star trek series that is better than Star Trek II the Wrath of Khan. After seeing the first Star Trek film, which was boring, dull, and had a terrible plot, I thoght this one would be even worse. The good thing about this movie is that it has the best bad guy. Khan. Played outstandingly by Ricardo Montalban. It also has a really cool showdown between the Enterprise, and Khans ship the Reliant. The last thing is that when- I forgot!!! i can't tell you what happens at the end!!- Anyhoo, it's ending really leaves you hangin', and begging for more.That is why this is the best of the best of the best!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: Outstanding!
Review: The Star Trek films are among my top favorites in the science fiction genre, and the Director's Edition release of The Wrath of Khan tops my list as my favorite Trek film of all time. Conceived as a sequel to the Original Series episode "Space Seed", The Wrath of Khan is a story about the adventures of Admiral James T. Kirk (William Shatner), Captain Spock (Leonard Nimoy) and the rest of the Enterprise crew as they attempt to stop genetically engineered 20th-Century madman Khan (played by the ever-delightful Ricardo Montalban) from using a stolen top-secret device called Project Genesis to ignite universal Armageddon in his quest for revenge against Kirk. The thing I enjoyed most about the Director's Edition was the inclusion of several scenes that had been filmed for the movie, but which were cut in the theatrical release. One of these is a scene between Kirk and Peter Preston (Ike Eisenmann) that serves to define the relationship between Preston and Scotty (James Doohan). While it was ultimately deemed unnecessary to the plot, it helped clarify certain reactions from Scotty later in the film. There are also some extended scenes with Dr. Carol Marcus (played by the late Bibi Besch), her son David (the late Merritt Butrick), and the crew of Space Station Regula One which serve a similar purpose. I also liked the fact that the Director's Edition had enough extras to warrant the inclusion of a second disc, which is a rarity from Paramount. The Feature disc has a spoken commentary by director Nicholas Meyer (while I'm not normally a fan of these types of commentaries because they distract me, I enjoyed hearing what Meyer had to say about the film) and a text commentary by Star Trek Encyclopedia author Michael Okuda. The Special Features disc includes some very insightful interviews with Meyer, Shatner, Nimoy, Montalban, and writer/Executive Producer Harve Bennett, as well as two featurettes (Designing Khan and The Visual Effects of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan), original interviews with Shatner, Nimoy, Montalban, and the late DeForest Kelley, and plenty more. For those who have enjoyed Star Trek as long as I have, this DVD set is definitely a keeper.
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Summary: Star Trek II still the best Trek
Review: Like most fans, I recommend STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN as the best of the Trek film franchise, including the Next Generation films. Despite the lackluster STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE, Paramount knew it had a franchise to compete with STAR WARS on its hands, and put Nicholas Meyer at the helm of the series' comeback. Originally conceived as STAR TREK: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY (a tip to Spock's death -- the undiscovered country is the place where no traveler returns from -- and a title Meyer liked enough to resurrect for the sixth (and final) original cast Trek installment), the film had just about everything going for it: plot, acting (yes, I said acting), special effects, and an incredible sweeping musical score by James Horner. The DVD is pretty much perfect, with some caveats. I agree with another reviewer about the lack of additional scenes on the DVD. What happened, Paramount? We know these additional scenes to exist (via network screenings of the film). One should note, however, the sound quality. It's stunning, especially in surround. Almost worth it for that alone. It was also interesting to see the Trailer for the film again; I'd forgotten how cheesy it was. :) Despite shortcomings (lack of additional scenes or any real extras on the DVD), this is one of the DVDs I've been waiting for a long time. A welcome addition to just about any DVD collection.
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Summary: cool movie!!!
Review: this movie was really cool, i liked how they CGed in new effects for the special editions and made the wampa more scary. this awesome sequel to star wars is the best ever and is surely irvin kershners masterpiece. "the apathy of khan" is cool not only because of its magnificent sense of mystery and light-hearted puns, but also has a really neat plotline. when it starts out, kirk is battleing the evil forces of khan on the ice world of hoth, and his menacing AT AT walkers. all this, while savik and spock are being pursued across the galazy by khan and his evil star ship. spock is finally lured to genesis and thinks he has found shelter with his friend sarek, but is betrayed, and when kirk come to help him, he faces off in a terrifying chess game with khan.
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Summary: Ze starship, ze starship!
Review: This entry in the TREK film series is basically a sequel to an episode of the classic STAR TREK TV series entitled "Space Seed." In that episode, a group of genetically engineered supermen and superwomen are unwittingly awakened from their cryogenic deep-sleep by Captain Kirk and crew, after which a struggle for control of the Enterprise ensues. Kirk and company emerge as victors, of course, but the genetic superfolks are allowed to live in exile on a harsh-but-habitable out-of-the-way planet. In this feature-length sequel, Ricardo Montalban (of FANTASY ISLAND fame) is wonderfully over-the-top as he reprises the role of Captain Kirk's nemesis Khan Noonien Singh, leader of the aforementioned genetically superior exiles. Having found a way off the prison planet, Khan leads his fellows on a quest to exact revenge on those who were responsible for their banishment--namely, Kirk and crew. Arguably one of the best of the TREK flicks, the story is tight and exciting, the special FX are top-notch, and the acting is excellent. (One notable performance is that of actress Kirstie Alley, who here makes her film debut as a Vulcan Starfleet officer.) It's true that die-hard Trekkers will have fun picking apart some of the TREK continuity errors--e.g., why does Chekov recognize Kahn when the Chekov character was not yet a part of the show in the original episode?--but casual TREK fans and aficionados alike will find this entry both entertaining and "genetically superior" to the previous TREK film (i.e., STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE).
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Summary: Revenge Is A Dish Best Served Cold
Review: "I have been & always shall be your friend. Live long & prosper." "Of my friend..., I can only say this. Of all the souls I have encountered in my travels. His was the most- .... human. - Captain Spock says goodbye to his close friend while Admiral Kirk honors the fallen in "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan". After 22 summers (to the day) "Star Trek II:The Wrath of Khan" is still the movie that "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" wanted to be and after ten films in the "Star Trek" saga, "II" is still the film that all other "Trek" films are measured up to (for me personally, this one is tied for first with "Star Trek: First Contact"). Admiral Kirk and the crew of The Enterprise face an old enemy (Khan Noonian Singh) from the television series (see the episode entitled "Space Seed"). Simplistic plot, but, what makes the film work so well is: 1. - The crew act there age & try not to be the young crew they tried to be in "The Motion Picture". 2. - Admiral Kirk has a mid-life crisis as his past catches up with him in the form of the son he hardly knows.
3. - Khan seeks revenge for the death of his wife (the Enterprise historian from the T.V. episode). Wouldn't you? 4. - Aside from the senior staff, The Enterprise crew is made of cadets, giving the film an extra element of danger(the plotpoint w/ Scotty's cadet nephew is one of the extended scenes in the film). 5. - The senior staff, unlike in the T.V. series, is expendable (Scotty gets a bout of radation poisining, Checkov becomes Khan's hostage, and Spock, ..., well you know. I won't give that away for the 2 people who haven't watched the film). 6. - The Genesis Project is one of the most dangerous of all "Trek" weapons, yet, it was never meant to be one. 7. - The battle in the Mutara Nebula is classic "Star Trek" all the way (the Nebula is featured again in one of the episodes from "Star Trek: The Next Generation". I think, it might be The Best of Both Worlds Part I). 8. - Cherish what you have before its gone and a renewed sense of purpose is never a bad thing. Quite a lot of detail was put into this film.
Gone are the disco style uniforms from the previous film. In its place, are the now classic, military/naval style uniforms complete with rank pips and badges.
The effects are a lot better than in "TMP". The first digital effects featured in a film are of the Genesis Proposal and were made by Pixar (the company would go on to super success with, the 1995 film, "Toy Story"). Origianlly titled the "Undiscovered Country", but, was replaced by the title "Vengeance of Khan". It was retitled to "The Wrath of Khan" when Paramount found out that the last "Star Wars" film would be titled "Revenge of The Jedi" (that would be changed to "Return of The Jedi"). This 2 disc extended edition of "Star Trek II" has everything but the kitchen sink thrown in (its lightyears ahead of the drab first DVD release). What I like most about these special releases is the triva track option that can run at the bottom of the screen without blocking out any of the screen itself. This version of "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan", is a 2 disc set that will live long & prosper. Steady as she goes, Mr. Sulu.
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