Review of Star Trek Beyond (2016) by Thedorkelf — 22 Jul 2016
Wow. That is perhaps all you need to say after seeing this film because of how well it was truly handled. I was worried by the director Justin Lin going to carry this Star Trek into a direction that wouldn't gel well with this reboot universe but I actually believe he handled the reigns almost better than JJ Abrams.
This film does something that the previous Star Treks didn't seem to do, callbacks to the original series. Comedy is more of the focus of this film but not in the way that is much in the way of jokes but playing off the banter of the crew along with clever and enjoyably goofy scenes.
The performances of the reboot crew is as strong as ever for I got the feeling that I was watching an extended episode of the original series in a good way. The special effects are as strong as ever for scenes of destruction have impact and fun.
The only major complaints that I have at the film is the villain is a weak one complemented by his explanation and backstory and that one character's tragedy and how you think it is going to resolve doesn't even come through and feels pointless to throw into the story.
Honestly this film more deserves an 8.
This review of Star Trek Beyond (2016) was written by Thedorkelf on 22 Jul 2016.
Star Trek Beyond has generally received positive reviews.
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