Beautiful. Just beautiful. When I saw it before Quantum of Solace last Friday, it seemed to go so fast that I missed a lot of detail. But now, I can savor every second, and I'm loving this all the more.
What makes me sad, however, is that a faction of Star Trek fandom is bound and determined to see Abrams' endeavor crash and burn, and mercilessly berate anyone who wishes to give the new movie a chance. To my mind, it's reminiscent of the ire fans felt over the reimagined Battlestar Galactica. Hardcore fans of the original had declared the new take on BSG a failure a month before the miniseries and soon after the announcement of a full series run. After three and a half seasons, it's one of the most popular shows on television and loved by critics and fans worldwide, AND it re-ignited interest in the original series.
That's why I'm so adamant against people protesting and boycotting Abrams' new Star Trek before they make at least one attempt to see the full film. At least give it a CHANCE before spewing hot molten hate upon it. A trailer, some pictures, and descriptions of a handful of clips do not an informed decision make. I can fully understand and accept hating the movie once you've seen it all the way through, because that is, at least, an informed opinion. Blind hatred based on so little evidence smacks of small-mindedness, no matter how you try to defend it. Giving this new film its chance to change stubborn minds and win over new fans isn't such an unreasonable thing to ask for.
This movie may be the make-or-break point for Star Trek. If fans and non-fans alike don't show at least minimal support for this movie, Star Trek in any form may see its twilight. Don't expect Paramount to fund any new cinematic or televised Trek-related ventures in the near future. After all, why put money into a venture that is no longer economically feasible? Watch for Trek-related merchandise to all but disappear. The books and comics may continue, but that's about all fans can hope for. After all, there are only so many re-releases of series or DVDs that can be done before there's just nothing left to remaster or add on. It's not going to be just the creative efforts of Abrams and his crew that will bring about either Trek's rebirth or its irreversible death; it will be the acceptance (or lack thereof) of its fanbase.
One last thing, and yes, it's a shameless plug, but it's on-topic, so I don't see the harm of adding it here. I've created a discussion group for people interested in the new movie. It'll be a safe haven from the narrow-minded hate of the Trek purists, a forum for those excited and hopeful that this movie will revitalize the Star Trek franchise. Here is the link, for all that are interested:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JJ_Abrams_Star_Trek/
I hope to see some of you there.
What makes me sad, however, is that a faction of Star Trek fandom is bound and determined to see Abrams' endeavor crash and burn, and mercilessly berate anyone who wishes to give the new movie a chance. To my mind, it's reminiscent of the ire fans felt over the reimagined Battlestar Galactica. Hardcore fans of the original had declared the new take on BSG a failure a month before the miniseries and soon after the announcement of a full series run. After three and a half seasons, it's one of the most popular shows on television and loved by critics and fans worldwide, AND it re-ignited interest in the original series.
That's why I'm so adamant against people protesting and boycotting Abrams' new Star Trek before they make at least one attempt to see the full film. At least give it a CHANCE before spewing hot molten hate upon it. A trailer, some pictures, and descriptions of a handful of clips do not an informed decision make. I can fully understand and accept hating the movie once you've seen it all the way through, because that is, at least, an informed opinion. Blind hatred based on so little evidence smacks of small-mindedness, no matter how you try to defend it. Giving this new film its chance to change stubborn minds and win over new fans isn't such an unreasonable thing to ask for.
This movie may be the make-or-break point for Star Trek. If fans and non-fans alike don't show at least minimal support for this movie, Star Trek in any form may see its twilight. Don't expect Paramount to fund any new cinematic or televised Trek-related ventures in the near future. After all, why put money into a venture that is no longer economically feasible? Watch for Trek-related merchandise to all but disappear. The books and comics may continue, but that's about all fans can hope for. After all, there are only so many re-releases of series or DVDs that can be done before there's just nothing left to remaster or add on. It's not going to be just the creative efforts of Abrams and his crew that will bring about either Trek's rebirth or its irreversible death; it will be the acceptance (or lack thereof) of its fanbase.
One last thing, and yes, it's a shameless plug, but it's on-topic, so I don't see the harm of adding it here. I've created a discussion group for people interested in the new movie. It'll be a safe haven from the narrow-minded hate of the Trek purists, a forum for those excited and hopeful that this movie will revitalize the Star Trek franchise. Here is the link, for all that are interested:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JJ_Abrams_Star_Trek/
I hope to see some of you there.
I totally missed that you were quoting yourself. I freely admit to seeing a flame and clicking "notify mod." I feel like a total newb
(For me, it has All Rentals, All Films, Disney, Coming soon, Soundtrack and learn about rentals. Looked under each one, but nope)
