The Next Generation?

Once again, to the delight of any Star Trek fan, we find ourselves involved and pleased to witness a new tale about the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise - TNG.

The heart of the story revolves around the dilemma of cloning and friendship. Jean-Luc and Data are our two focal points throughout the movie. The theme is well clothed in details of a Romulan plot against the Federation.

As with any good story it tries to maintain our interest and involvement along the way as well as to entertain us. I am sorry to say that this one in retrospect will at times leave us a bit unsatisfied. The special effects live up to the current standards that we have all come to expect, but a small amount of human kindness and insight as to what makes us unique in the universe isn't quite enough to carry us through the film. As with most Star Trek movies this one will satisfy our appetite by giving us the all-important battle and tactical sequence that heightens it?s ending. Which any good chess player can relate to, by being able to see the moves well in advance but by not having them lessen the joy of watching them played out one by one. On this note you will not be dissatisfied.

In final comparison to it?s predecessors like Insurrection, First Contact, Generations and the all famous The Wrath of Khan this one can be proud to come away with a strong second place finish.

So may Star Trek continue to live long and prosper for the ultimate benefit of us all.