This guy doesn't like anything. At least that's what I heard about one notably churlish customer at Geoffrey's Comics who had seen an early screening of J.J. Abrams' rebooted "Star Trek."
Turns out he thought it was pretty darn good.
During comic day Wednesday this week I picked up some new titles and talked with customers and employees alike about the latest summer blockbusters; "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" and "Star Trek."
The love for "Wolverine" was dicey, but almost everyone was interested in seeing the new Enterprise crew in action this weekend. This enthusiasm for the "Star Trek" film -- which intends to draw new fans while satisfying stalwart ones -- is shared by most of the critics I've read this week.
Kenneth Turan of the LA Times says:
"this 'Star Trek' has in general bridged the gap between the old and the new with alacrity and purpose."
The Los Angeles Times review.
Mick LaSalle at The San Francisco Chronicle says the flick can give you goosebumps:
"The emotions they (younger Kirk and Spock) incite are as strong as ones associated with the most beloved historical figures, and the great thing about the new 'Star Trek' movie is that the filmmakers know it."
The Chronicle review.
Associated Press film reviewer Christy Lemire admits there are some plot holes but gives the movie credit for jumping over them:
"It's a daring and exciting approach that's sure to tickle and provoke purists, while at the same time probably cause neophytes to feel a bit lost."
Read the entire AP story.
Roger Ebert called "Star Trek" fun but doesn't dig some of the science in this science fiction:
"like so many franchises, it's more concerned with repeating a successful formula than going boldly where no 'Star Trek' has gone before."
Get the skinny from Mr. Ebert here.
Not bad, huh? I guess I'll have to see for myself.
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