Dude, something about you and that hat cracked me up.
Glad to see I wasn't the only one bothered by the fact that young Kirk was listening to "Sabotage." Just points to how ill-conceived this movie is. That said, it boasted a great but not spectacular opening weekend. The real test will be if it holds up through word of mouth. Most other ST fans I know have been hesitant to see it and are waiting for reaction from real fans. I think it will be interesting to see how the buzz swings in the next few weeks. Honestly, if the movie peters out next weekend, that could end the tenure of Abrams, thankfully. But where would Trek go from there?
12 hours later, I'm just as bummed as I can be about the crapiness of the new ST. I think the shoehorning of the catchphases are sticking in my craw the most, almost as if mocking the old series. And I disagree with you about Bones, he was just as mediocre as the rest of the cast. I am stunned at how good the reviews are for this movie right now. A LOT of Kool-Aid drinking going on. Reminds me of Phantom Menace. Then people slowly realize what a pile of grannie panties this film is.
Nice story, John. Animal rescue operations do such amazing work, often times on tight budgets. Getting stories out like this help raise awareness of the good they do.
You have outdone yourself with this one, sir. Superior work! Now I've only got to wait three more centuries to find something good on cable. More Magistrate Worf!