.com Star Trek: Generations There were only two ways for "classic Trek" cast members to appear in a movie with the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation: either Capt. Kirk and his contemporaries would have to be very, very old, or there would be some time travel involved in the plot. Since geriatric heroes aren't very exciting, Star Trek: Generations unites Capt. Kirk (William Shatner) and Capt. Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) in a time-jumping race. When the just-retired Kirk is happily trapped in the timeless purgatory of the Nexus, Picard must convince him to leave this artificial comfort zone and confront Dr. Soran (Malcolm McDowell), the madman who will threaten billions of lives. Passing the torch to the Next Generation with dignity and entertaining adventure, the movie isn't going to please everyone with its somewhat hokey plot, but it still ranks as a worthy big-screen launch for Picard and his stalwart crew. Star Trek: First Contact Even-numbered Star Trek movies tend to be better, and this one (number eight in the popular movie series) is no exception--an intelligently handled plot involving the galaxy-conquering Borg and their attempt to invade Earth's past, alter history, and "assimilate" the entire human race. Time travel, a dazzling new Enterprise, and capable direction by Next Generation alumnus Jonathan Frakes makes this one rank with the best of the bunch. Capt. Picard (Patrick Stewart) and his able crew travel back in time to Earth in the year 2063, where they hope to ensure that the inventor of warp drive (played by James Cromwell) will successfully carry out his pioneering flight and precipitate Earth's "first contact" with an alien race. Sharply conceived to fit snugly into the burgeoning Star Trek chronology, First Contact leads to a surprise revelation that marks an important historical chapter in the ongoing mission "to boldly go where no one has gone before." Star Trek: Insurrection Star Trek fans were decidedly mixed in their reactions to this, the ninth big-screen feature in Paramount's lucrative Trek franchise, but die-hard loyalists will appreciate the way this Next Generation adventure rekindles the spirit of the original Trek TV series while combining a tolerable dose of New-Agey philosophy with a light-hearted plot. This time out, Picard (Patrick Stewart) and his executive crew must transport to a Shangri-la-like planet to see why their android crewmate Data (Brent Spiner) has run amuck in a village full of peaceful Ba'ku artisans who--thanks to their planet's "metaphasic radiation"--haven't aged in 309 years. Many humorous asides make this film as entertaining as it is slightly disappointing. Without the laughs, this is a pretty routine entry in the franchise, with no real surprises, a number of plot holes, and the overall appearance of a big-budget TV episode. --Jeff Shannon
F**M
if and only if you are a Trekkie!
If you are a Trekkie and don't have these three movies yet, it would be a good idea to get this pack. fans of the original star trek series and the first 6 star trek movies (who probably don't like the next generation much anyway) might discourage you from buying the pack. however as a fan of the next generation series and the occasional reader of the books, I found these movie to be very well done and worth owning on DVD. Generations: is the perfect transition between the original Star Trek and The Next Generation. First Contact is my favorite, it has satisfied my curiosity about the Borg! Insurrection: on the outside it's about preserving a small settlement of humans on a planet that everyone have their eyes on! but if you look deeper, it's like any other episode of the TV series, it has a moral point summerised by Picard's question: who the hell are we to decide the next course of evolution for these poeple?eventually, the choice is yours: to miss out on a great adventure or to go where no man or borg has gone before!
T**Y
Good and Fun
I'm a Star Trek TNG fan, as I'm sure a number of people looking at this product are. I bought this boxset and received the first 3 movies of the 4 movie set. Now, I liked all of the movies, just want to get that out there. But...sometimes, the movies felt more...underwhelming. More like drawn out episodes rather than full blown movies. I don't intend to sound negative (after all I'm giving 5 stars), but I found that I felt a little...bored with the films in certain parts, like they weren't engaging enough. Over all though, I did enjoy all three of them, found them to be well rounded TNG films that captured the essence of this particular Star Trek universe.
K**D
Great set at a hgood price
Love it!
M**O
Great!
I love these movies.But the sound quality was low volume and somewhat flat.Not much fidelity. I wonder why?But we enjoyed the showings again anyway.
D**R
Startrek
It's a good set
M**1
Star Trek the next generation
This is a great flick for those of us who are "Trekkies" if you follow the series it is a great addition. If you are not a trekkie... what planet did you come from?
B**N
The great generation
This boxed set is an awesome collection of some of the greatest sci-fi movies ever made. TNG takes Star Trek to it's highest level. I love these films and I recommend them warmly. PS. Check out the "Alien Legacy" box as well.
B**E
To Boldy go to the trash!
These came in broken... Cases were all smashed up and the DVDs were scratched...
M**N
Great for anyone!!!
I really think that people have to move away from the "old Star Trek" and stop thinking your going to get the feeling you did when you watched the "Search for Spock", and the "Wrath of Kahn". This is the NEXT Generation, and I absolutely love their new movies. These three movies are the excellent, which trekers and non-trekers can enjoy. They are all packed with killer action scenes, suspence, awesome special effects, and exciting characters. I just hope that they keep on making these quality movies.
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