Review of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) by Khalvic B — 06 Apr 2013

A mammoth spacefaring epic beautifully crafted with complex character development and well-earned tension (something its predecessor sensationally failed at creating). Unlike rival franchises which are essentially action/adventure stories with serious elements, 'The Wrath of Khan' is a serious character drama with action/adventure elements.

While the uninitiated may find dribs and drabs of its presentation dated, teetering on hokey (the computer screens leave a lot to be desired and the battle scenes could be paced ever so slightly better) the rich performances, the affectionate direction, the lavish, eye-catching production design and the awesome writing will ensure a good time by all, nonetheless.

'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan' was 'The Dark Knight' of its day - right down to its use of Dickens in the epilogue.