Star Trek optimizes cheap but effective material. The generic and inept villain is highly motivated. Its simple and formulaic plot allows for multiple protagonists. The characters are overdramatic, but remain relatable and charming. Plus, everyone has purpose, personality, dynamic relationships, and earned arcs. Still, viewers might dislike the cliches, contrivances, predictability, inconsistencies, blunt dialogue, or weak science. Star Trek openly prioritizes emotional force over a smart narrative. It isn't subtle but it's engaging. Meanwhile, the acting honors established characters while making them their own. Ultimately, Star Trek shifts from sci-fi to fantasy adventure with confidence.
Technically, Star Trek is flashy. Its visuals use almost excessive lighting, motion, angles, color, shakiness, and composition. The efficient (and slightly tiring) editing adds intercuts, dissolves, montages, inserts, and brisk pacing. Its orchestral music blends scope, emotion, and elegance. The complex sound utilizes layering, silence, sci-fi, split cuts, echoes, muffling, risers, and action. Its production design updates the elaborate world-building while maintaining tangibility. The cast is deep and career-defining. Its effects are convincing, extensive, and balanced between digital and practical. Overall, Star Trek's shallow mania is subdued by competent drama and potent craft.
Writing: 6/10
Direction: 9/10
Cinematography: 8/10
Acting: 7/10
Editing: 8/10
Sound: 9/10
Score/Soundtrack: 9/10
Production Design: 9/10
Casting: 9/10
Effects: 9/10
Overall Score: 8.3/10
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