When I first heard there was a new Star Trek reboot I met it with a lethargic response. I had never really been interested in the original series of the show or the next generation episodes that followed later. I hadn't even watched any of the films from the series. But thankfully I was able to overcome my reluctance to watch Star Trek and was treated to a fantastic two hours or science fiction splendour.

Now I will warn any pre-existing Star Trek fans that my opinion may be significantly different to yours in regards to this film. And I am sympathetic to many responses of anger and annoyance from Star Trek fans. The new film essentially 'wipes' any pre-existing cannon the Star Trek series before it had left behind. As I mentioned at the beginning of the review, I had not been exposed to the lore of the Star Trek universe and as a result did not mind the plot that straddles this particular movie.

As with many science fiction films the plot is far more complex and intricate than the summary I am about to provide you with, so please do not let my impaired plot summary put you off the film. The film is centre on the characters of James T. Kirk and Spock before they unite on the USS Enterprise. Along the way they face a number of threats - Some trivial; such as needless bar-fights on earth, to formidable battles in space with the Romulan Nero. Both the plot and the performances of the film are quite exceptional, the highlight for me had to be Zachary Quinto's Spock. Widely known for his portrayal as Sylar in Heroes he never really grabbed me or impressed me to any degree as Sylar. However as Spock, Quinto shows that he is more than capable of pulling out an engaging and rewarding performance.

The downfall for many films is the length and boredom factor setting in. There are only so many rustling leaves and flowing shrubbery one man can sit, watch and take. More often than not you will glance a look at your watch or favoured sundial in an attempt to sense how long is left with a picture. With Star Trek there was none of that for me. Straight from the opening it had my full attention and never let go, there was no real downtime allowing for weariness to make an appearance. This is due in part to many things, the direction perhaps being the main. But I cannot leave the review without at least mentioning a few of the action set pieces.

Steering clear of spoilers, only a morsel of information will be shared. There is one scene that sticks out in my mind involving a space jump and a large drill. It may sound a little Scandinavian grunge music video to you, but trust me that scene is more than worth the purchase alone. Filled to the brim with suspense and ferocity it lives up to the cliché of edge of your seat entertainment.

I don't normally focus on bonus features or DVD extras with a release, which is probably wrong of me. But my ethos for film purchases is if the film is fantastic it needs to be picked up regardless of bare-bone features. The Star Trek blu-ray however deserves praise for both looking fantastic and being packed full of extras. From director commentaries, to deleted scenes and blooper reels they are all there on the second disk of three. The blu-ray even has a digital copy for the more active of film enthusiasts. I will admit that the white cover and black font leaves little to the imagination but just like a book don't judge the film by its cover. JJ Abrahams has truly laid himself a strong foundation in the Star Trek film franchise which hopefully will lead to even grander and greater things.

A great way to revamp the franchise! Non-stop action, awesome cast - Zachary Qunito as Spock is the perfect choice! Simon Pegg as the new Scotty is a bold move, but he pulled it off well. The story is not so confusing for those who have never seen any form of star trek before. A must have on blu-ray.