jalfmar3 I felt guilty for not giving this a 10 initially, but it's only because of one or two nitpicks, which for a Trekker, is actually part of the whole joy of Star Trek, so up to a 10 it went. The production values on this are fabulous. The actors are some of my favorites from television science fiction and let me tell you, they carry over to this medium exquisitely. The documentary style and the special effects cutaways blend seamlessly and meaningfully. If you aren't already immersed in the history of the Star Trek universe, it won't matter. This is still masterfully done. If I were forced to pick between the upcoming full-length Axanar that this preludes, or the next reboot movie as the last Star Trek movie I would see, I would choose this without a heartbeat's hesitation.

tinovalkki Even Prelude to Axanar is fan based, could founded Independent short story it looks amazing. This is the way Star Trek movies should be. Even I like also J.J. Abrams Star Trek movies they are far away from the original feeling and idea of Star Trek. On the other hand Prelude to Axanar manage to bring original Star Trek universe back where it belongs, to fans. I only hope that Paramount could come closer to real fans of Star Trek fans and make this project to original Star Trek movie. They could finance this project as fan based movie and let it stay Independent project. Great story combined with great actors and beautiful CGI with the feeling of original Star Trek universe is something fans should get. I hope this project will get it finance and we some day will see a true Star Trek movie again on big screen.

l-rey166 This "little" production stays true to the vision that Gene Roddenberry started many years ago.Hands down, this is THE BEST independent adaptation to date. When the full length feature is made, it will make going to the movies a true adventure.The cast, special effects, make-up, costumes, & camera work came together in such a way that it makes you want more! This is something that the whole family can watch and have fun with, and learn something about our own current events.For my own reasons, I have not been to a movie theater since 2002. This short production makes me want to go in on the opening day.

Dan Balkwill Although this short film is a "fan film", the fans involved in creating this film are all professionals in the film business. The entire production is incredibly well done. Incredible writing that leaves you on the edge of your seat. Incredible acting that has me quoting some lines enough that I feel I need to pay the writer royalties! Add in incredible effects that (they tell us) were done on a very limited budget but look as good as any 'professional' or 'studio' production. The story is taken from the Star Trek episode "Whom Gods Destroy" that introduced a legendary StarFleet Captain Garth of Izar, whose tactics and actions in the Battle Of Axanar were required reading for Captain Kirk when he was in StarFleet Academy, and was Captain Kirk's inspiration. This 21 minute short was produced as a 'proof of concept' to show that this crew could produce a full length film concerning the Four Years' War's conclusive Battle Of Axanar. I, for one, can not wait for that film. Spoiler: the Klingons do not defeat the Federation in the Four Years' War, due to Captain Garth's tactical genius at the Battle of Axanar. The actual Battle of Axanar is not seen in this short.