I grew up watching Shatner, Nimoy, et al on TV in the original series. Sure it was cheesy and low-tech but it was hopeful and lots of fun. It was the first show to address many social & political issues. But as the pot bellies grew and the sequels multiplied, a Star Trek movie was no longer an anticipated event. JJ Abrams new take on the Star Trek story blew me away. It was great storytelling even without the Star Trek mantle. Good plot, good villains, great SFX. On top off that he was innovative without being disrespectful to the original. The actors gave us the essence of the original characters without imitation or mockery. There were enough winks for those of us old enough to be part of the Star Trek generation. Fun, fast and fabulous!