Discussion of plot rumors below:
Assuming the recent plot rumors of time jumping and alternate universes are true, what changes should we expect and what changes would we want limited in the new trek? It is safe to assume that the characters will look slightly different and the technology will be updated (I don’t think many of us object too strenuously to that) but will the characters act the same and have that same chemistry that we’ve come to expect? If the film is a success, will future adventures of the Enterprise be limited as to what has transpired before or will we as fans accept radical changes to the ship and her crew? I’m not advocating a phaser blast to Sulu’s head as was suggested in an AICN or CHUD forum, but if the timeline is changed almost anything is possible. Is that too unsettling for us as fans or is it exciting in its possibilities? For me, I think this film could be brilliant if executed correctly. Abrams decision to start anew without throwing away what has come before is possibly the best way to continue the franchise. I think we will all be pleasantly surprised at how close it will feel to the original and having LN there will certainly help ease the shock of seeing new actors in the iconic roles. Having stated my opinion, how much change will you be willing to accept? Radical changes to Federation alliances? Destruction of major planets (Earth, Vulcan)? Death of major characters? Crew personality changes? Resurrection of characters who died in the old timeline (wink, wink)? The look of the Enterprise? Much to consider – good thing we have a whole year to discuss them.
Assuming the recent plot rumors of time jumping and alternate universes are true, what changes should we expect and what changes would we want limited in the new trek? It is safe to assume that the characters will look slightly different and the technology will be updated (I don’t think many of us object too strenuously to that) but will the characters act the same and have that same chemistry that we’ve come to expect? If the film is a success, will future adventures of the Enterprise be limited as to what has transpired before or will we as fans accept radical changes to the ship and her crew? I’m not advocating a phaser blast to Sulu’s head as was suggested in an AICN or CHUD forum, but if the timeline is changed almost anything is possible. Is that too unsettling for us as fans or is it exciting in its possibilities? For me, I think this film could be brilliant if executed correctly. Abrams decision to start anew without throwing away what has come before is possibly the best way to continue the franchise. I think we will all be pleasantly surprised at how close it will feel to the original and having LN there will certainly help ease the shock of seeing new actors in the iconic roles. Having stated my opinion, how much change will you be willing to accept? Radical changes to Federation alliances? Destruction of major planets (Earth, Vulcan)? Death of major characters? Crew personality changes? Resurrection of characters who died in the old timeline (wink, wink)? The look of the Enterprise? Much to consider – good thing we have a whole year to discuss them.
