A movie that is good, but perhaps not as good as it should've been (this was more or less to be expected with Justin Lin at the helm). The characters are still relevant and likable, but absent here is the banter and wit that was one of the best qualities of J.J. Abrams' first two predecessors to this revamped franchise. The great Idris Elba is practically wasted in the role of the villainous Krull, covered with heavy makeup to the point of being unrecognizable. Much of the action is too kinetic, choppy and hard to follow, giving the appearance of blurry and out of focus visual effects that somehow look cheaper than they should. Still, the chemistry between Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Simon Pegg and Karl Urban still works well enough to make this a worthwhile cinematic experience, especially for everyone who holds the first two movies close to their hearts, as I clearly do. I just hope that Abrams returns to direct the next film (sadly, I don't have much faith in this wish).
B-
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