The "Next Generation" crew makes their way to the big screen in a film that I felt was adequately entertaining. Even within the context of a “Star Trek” movie, the beginning feels far-fetched, showing “Riker” and “Troi’s” wedding and first dance – but there were no recognizable songs playing, not even something by Tammy Wynette about "DIVORCE." It became apparent early on that realism wasn't going to be a priority. S…

"Star Trek: Nemesis," released in 2002, is surprisingly good—a genuinely solid entry in the Star Trek franchise that features the Next Generation cast. The final act’s lengthy space battle stands out as one of the best in the series. However, my appreciation for it goes beyond just that action sequence. I find the exploration of Shinzon's conflict between his physical nature and Picard's more spiritual side partic…

It’s a decent film; I would happily watch it again and feel comfortable suggesting it, particularly for those who are serious fans of “Star Trek.” I suppose my enjoyment comes down to simply appreciating the existence of these films as extensions of “Star Trek: The Next Generation." While I found it enjoyable, I can certainly see why others might not connect with it. The central idea is a bit strange, but seein…