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Whether you’re a dedicated fan, first time watcher, or something in between – the latest Star Trek movie is fun action for everyone. A large swath of our OWC Team has now seen this Sci-Fi Action thriller and we’d like to share a little from them.<\/p>\n
Team Member:<\/strong> OWC Larry Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Robert Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Ben Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Chris S. However, taken in the context of the Star Trek Universe (alternate timeline though it may be), there were a number of subtle (an not-so-subtle) references to the original Trek series and films that seemed a bit superfluous and almost a little hokey in places. Character development (and consistency) left a bit to be desired as well; much of the “Senior Staff” were rather underutilized and\/or relegated to roles that didn’t really fit. One of the big things I enjoyed with\u00a0Star Trek: The Original Series<\/em>\u00a0was how deep the cast was; they all played a role. This crew seems to be “Kirk, Spock, and those other guys.” The major exception, as far as I’m concerned was John Cho’s brief moment of Sulu bad-assery.<\/p>\n Overall, though, I found the film to be an enjoyable diversion. Not having seen the 2D version, I can’t say whether or not the 3D really adds or detracts from the film as a whole, but it is (with a couple of small exceptions) generally benign. If you don’t see it in the theatre, it’s still worth a spot in the Netflix queue.<\/p>\n Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Laura Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Lesa Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Nick Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC\u00a0Stephen Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Chris L. Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Mike P. Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Hilary Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Margaret Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Joseph Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Sharon Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Liz Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Ben M. Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Morgan Team Member:<\/strong>\u00a0OWC Ed Whether you’re a dedicated fan, first time watcher, or something in between – the latest Star Trek movie is fun action for everyone. A large swath of our OWC Team has now seen this Sci-Fi Action thriller and we’d like to share a little from them. Team Member: OWC Larry Age: 18-24 | 25-34 | […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":18505,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[338],"class_list":["post-18496","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-owcunplugged"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nAge:<\/strong> 18-24 | 25-34 | 35-44 <\/strong>| 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:<\/strong> Executive
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong> Yes<\/strong> | No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:<\/strong> I enjoyed it immensely, first in 2D and then in iMax 3D. Unbelievable in iMax 3D! Whether a first time watcher or long time fan of the Star Trek universe, it easily enjoyable for all. Fate being fate, I enjoyed some of the clever homage paid to the original series.<\/p>\n
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\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>Beam me up! Roller coaster ride of action from the start to the finish. IMAX and 3D were priceless. Must have jumped in my seat a few times. Even shed a tear. I plan on going back for a second time.<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:<\/strong>\u00a0Call Center
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>Amazing. I love how the actors really embrace the prior actor’s personalities yet make each character their own. The new storyline, a continuation of\u00a0Star Trek<\/em> (2009), is a keep you in your seat action packed thrill ride. I love how Star Trek: Into Darkness<\/em>\u00a0also builds off the original Wrath of Kahn<\/em>. 3D IMAX is the way to see this movie. I can’t wait for this to come out on 3D BluRay! This movie is a must OWN!<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Marketing
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>As a stand-alone movie\u00a0Star Trek: Into Darkness\u00a0<\/em>works quite well. Lots of action and special effects. I was actually pleasantly surprised with the latter; the “J.J. Abrams Lens Flare” was considerably less pronounced (to me at least) than the previous movie, and the 3D wasn’t as headache-inducing as others I have seen.<\/p>\n
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\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>Absolutely brilliant! \u00a0They’re able to create a new and exciting storyline and still give nod after nod to the ones we all know and love so well. \u00a0I laughed, cried and gaped in awe; \u00a0It was a fantastic ride that was made all the better by watching with my OWC Family.<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:<\/strong>\u00a0Graphics
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes\u00a0| No<\/strong> | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>I never liked Star Trek but this movie was very good. I enjoyed the action scenes and the story line, especially since I didn\u2019t need to know much Star Trek background to follow along.<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Call Center
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>3D was really awesome. There was one part where I jumped and moved thinking that a javelin was going to hit me in the face. Non-stop action that kept me engaged with every moment to the film. Spock is characteristically dry but humorous. I highly recommend this film and the other J.J. Abrams\u2019s installment. How about it\u2026Star Trek 3 in 2016!<\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34<\/strong> |\u00a0<\/strong>35-44\u00a0<\/strong>| 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Product Development
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>It was great! I really enjoyed the references to the original series and movies. They were obvious enough for fans to catch, but they were worked into the story well enough that newcomers weren’t left scratching their heads. The second installment in the J.J. Abrams reboot continues to be well written and respectful of the original series, while not being afraid to take the franchise in new directions.<\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34<\/strong> |\u00a0<\/strong>35-44\u00a0<\/strong>| 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Tech Support
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:<\/strong>\u00a0Easily as good as the first movie. \u00a0Chris Pine makes an excellent Kirk!<\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34<\/strong> |\u00a0<\/strong>35-44\u00a0<\/strong>| 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>eCommerce
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes\u00a0| No<\/strong> | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>Enjoyable summer flick. Plenty of care free action and some nice call backs to original Trek.<\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34<\/strong> |\u00a0<\/strong>35-44\u00a0<\/strong>| 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:<\/strong>\u00a0Web Design
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>One Word: “Spocktacular”<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Accounting
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:<\/strong>\u00a0Explains a lot! \u00a0Understanding your past helps you in the future. Sometimes understanding your future in the past helps, too.<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Tech Support
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>I really enjoyed the movie! The graphics and effects were amazing. Not to mention they kept the ship design to the original internally and externally.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34 | 35-44 | 45-54<\/strong> | 54+
\nDepartment:<\/strong> Call Center
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:<\/strong>\u00a0I have not seen any of the other StarTrek Movies, but it really wasn’t necessary. \u00a0I enjoyed the storyline, the 3-D effects.<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Order Processing
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>Awesome movie. Love Star Trek, they follow the original characters well I do think!!<\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34<\/strong> | 35-44 | 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Tech Support
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>Very cool revision of the Kahn storyline. \u00a0The visual effects were stunning as expected and seeing it in 3D would be well worth the extra cost.<\/p>\n
\nAge:<\/strong>\u00a018-24 | 25-34<\/strong> | 35-44 | 45-54 | 54+
\nDepartment:\u00a0<\/strong>Tech Support
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>I thought some parts (including the end) were rather predictable. \u00a0That being said, I enjoyed the action and the plot of the movie, and while in some scenes the 3D seemed like they tried too hard to show it off, overall, it was well done.<\/p>\n
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\nDepartment: Order Processing<\/strong>
\nEnjoyed original Star Trek:<\/strong>\u00a0Yes<\/strong>\u00a0| No | Huh, there was an original before this?
\nComment:\u00a0<\/strong>An excellent improvement on and continuation of the first movie in the new series with some nostalgic tie-in moments for fans of the original. \u00a0I enjoyed it immensely and would boldly go see it again.<\/p>\n
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