It’s essentially a Star Trek production geared towards people who aren’t exactly known for their intelligence, and it seems unlikely that it should even be associated with the established series. What works is how well it highlights the merits of the original Kirk show; honestly, the performances in that earlier program are superior to what's on display here. The visual effects would have been impressive when compared to the initial season of *Next Generation*, though they don’t stand out as significantly improved over later installments.

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