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Originally Posted by Gary Seven
The first happens to be my favorite.
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When I saw this in the theater back in '79, I was not-quite 13, so I think it was too mature a picture for me. But as I rediscovered it years later on VHS, it grew on me, to the point where I was driven crazy by Paramount's decision to reverse-release all the Trek films on DVD. I think TMP is the movie that best captures Roddenberry's vision; he was said to be unhappy with the militant overtones of Nicholas Meyer's work. I also think Trek IV reflects the Roddenberry philosophy well. TMP also has impressive visuals and set and costume designs. I know the "pajama" uniforms have been criticed, but they are closer to TOS than anything since, and seem a logical progression from those designs.
Giving audiences a mature Star Trek is a tall order and a tough sell, which is why I think Abrams has his work cut out for him.
That said, I like the choice of Brody for Spock. He's a great actor and is very expressive. He'll do very well in the role if things can be worked out.