
A vaguely interesting concept becomes a true mess
by JOHN VINCENT
Jun-9-2013 -
Or just another tease to elicit more 'Star Trek' sequel speculation?
This story may contain spoilers. Previously, we provided a first-look at the "Star Trek Into Darkness" trailer in our article. The teaser gave audiences a peek at the Federation cityscape and the much-talked about villian, played by Benedict Cumberbatch. His voice was the only one heard throughou ...
Read MoreBenedict Cumberbatch is featured heavily, but still no character reveal
Fans are waking up Thursday morning getting their first look at the latest film featuring Capt. Kirk, the Enterprise, and, of course, Benedict Cumberbatch. Paramount Pictures released a teaser trailer for "Star Trek: Into Darkness," the highly anticipated sequel to 2009's "Star Trek," starring Ch ...
Read MoreIf that is the name, its meaning isn't quite clear
There seems to be an almost confirmed name for the next film to feature Capt. Kirk and his crew of the USS Enterprise: "Star Trek: Into Darkness." The name, which leaked out just as Star Trek as a franchise was celebrating its 46th anniversary, has not been acknowledged by director J.J. Abrams or ...
Read MorePLUS: Zachary Quinto says he hates Spock's hair
There are not supposed to be emotions or a huge desire to look attractive on Vulcan. Plus, there seems to be some affinity for Moe Howard. Leonard Nimoy spent decades sporting the famous Spock hairstyle, and it's because of that legacy that "Star Trek 2" star Zachary Quinto says he now has to liv ...
Read MoreWhat were the eye-rolling duds of 2011 so far in this great genre?
It's time for Thanksgiving in America, celebrating the legend of New World settlers making nice with the natives who had possession of the land first. But really, it's about football and turkey. Since Airlock Alpha is a science-fiction site, you won't find much football here, unless William Sh ...
Read MorePrincipal photography expected to start Jan. 15
"Star Trek 2" writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman like Hawaii (see: "Hawaii Five-0") as does writing partner Damon Lindelof (see: "Lost"). So why not put Star Trek there as well? J.J. Abrams is set to put Capt. Kirk and crew back in front of the cameras beginning in Jan. 15 not only on Para ...
Read MoreWill be replaced in 2012 with G.I. Joe sequel
J.J. Abrams doesn't like to be rushed, and Paramount Pictures has no intention of doing it. Paramount confirmed what had been rumored for months -- the sequel to Abrams' 2009 "Star Trek" has been put off until 2013. Taking its place on July 29, 2012 -- exactly one year from now -- is "G.I. Jo ...
Read MoreThe voyages of the USS Enterprise are much different from comic book movies
Ever since the May 2009 release of J.J. Abramsblockbuster Star Trek reboot, fans have been trying to guess what villain they can expect in the sequel. But frequent Abrams collaborator and Lost executive producer Damon Lindelof said that the bad guy really isnt the point of the film. When it comes ...
Read MoreNew scene from J.J. Abrams' upcoming sequel, which hits theaters May 17
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Read MoreAnother new look at J.J. Abrams' upcoming sequel, which hits theaters May 17
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