A good four years have elapsed since the last Star Trek film and I am glad of it, that the writers did not rush up a half baked screenplay just to feed the hungry belly of Hollywood. Star Trek Into Darkness has the same highly enjoyable blend of sci-fi, action and iconic characters as the first film. This time the villain comes in the mould of Benedict Cumberbatch, a former Space Fleet agent turned rogue and in need of stopping. He brings great presence and menace to his role and in terms of pure acting he probably steals the show. Simon Pegg as Scotty and Zachary Quinto as Spock are also excellent and worthy of a mention. The plot is well thought out and will please Star Trek fans without alienating the general population. Some of the sci-fi jargon went over my head, but the film has some nice touches of humour throughout and never takes itself too seriously. First rate entertainment. 8/10
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