Our Star Trek Addiction - Ep. 75 of Intentionally Blank
Nov 9, 2022
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The first JJ Abrams Star Trek movie served as a successful reboot and gateway for new audiences, leading to the current Golden Age of Star Trek with five active series in production.
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has been well-received for embracing the classic Star Trek formula with vibrant colors, a likable cast, and problem-solving through scientific exploration.
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New Trek brought Star Trek back in the golden age
The first JJ Abrams Star Trek movie rejuvenated the franchise and brought it back to the mainstream. It was a successful reboot with great performances and impressive cinematic elements. Despite some criticisms, it served as a gateway for new audiences and paved the way for the current Golden Age of Star Trek with five active series in production.
Star Trek movies: Best and worst
Opinions on the best and worst Star Trek movies may vary. However, favorites often include Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country and Star Trek: First Contact, both of which explore complex themes and character development. On the other hand, movies like Star Trek V: The Final Frontier and Star Trek Into Darkness have been criticized for their narrative shortcomings and questionable plot decisions.
New Trek series: Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds
The newer Star Trek series have had mixed reviews. Star Trek: Discovery, while having its fans, has received criticism for trying too hard to be edgy and dark, often emphasizing drama over the franchise's traditional optimism. Star Trek: Picard has also faced criticism for straying from the core principles of the original series and focusing too heavily on brooding storylines. However, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has been well-received, embracing the classic Star Trek formula with vibrant colors, a likable cast, and problem-solving through scientific exploration.
Prodigy: Targeted towards younger audience
Star Trek: Prodigy, a newer animated series in the Star Trek universe, is aimed at a younger demographic. Though it may not resonate with older viewers, it explores the adventures of a group of alien kids who hijack a ship and learn life lessons from a hologram of Captain Janeway. While opinions on the show vary, it is generally marketed towards younger audiences.