I expected the movie to be okay. Decided to see it in 3D with my kids and nieces opening weekend. 3D was a nice touch but it was secondary to the story. I thought it might be a nice 1 1/2 adventure but was surprised that the story kept not only the kids (ages 3, 5, and 8), but also myself and my wife greatly entertained. Not to be missed.
I've been waiting with baited breath the last several years for the next Trek. I've been left in limbo since First Contact. (Insurrection and Nemesis were OK, but I was left wanting more.) I was nervous when they were talking about a "prequel" or "reboot" -- how would that affect all that has gone on in the Trek universe? I must say Abrams and the writers (as well as the cast, of course) pulled it off at maximum warp! I loved the developing relationship between Kirk and Spock. The interpretations of Scotty and McCoy did honor to the late actors who portrayed them. It had enough "winks" to the keep faithful Trekkers entertained, while keeping Trek novices interested. I'll be seeing it in IMAX next!