Star Trek Discovery

I have never considered myself a Trekkie, but in the 90s, I diligently watched everything that the Star Trek universe offered me, including The Next Generation, the first season of Deep Space Nine, and even the old original series from 1966. However, it is all laughably bizarre from today's perspective. I have also gradually watched most of the feature films. I can thus now make comparisons and evaluate with a certain knowledge of the phenomenon. The problem with Discovery is that it stayed somewhere halfway. Most of those who have a problem with Discovery will likely criticize it from the opposite side and find it too sacrilegious compared to the earlier series. On the other hand, I believe that it should have gone much further. Maybe to the extent that Abrams aimed with his pop-inspired Star Trek from 2009 (which by no means do I claim is the only possible way to cope with the passage of time). In order for me to take Discovery seriously, it would have to have much dirtier characters, a darker atmosphere, a less sterile environment, a more charismatic actress in the lead role, less annoying characters in supporting roles (Rapp, Wiseman), and a better screenplay. After just a few episodes, it was clear to me that my interest was rapidly dropping dangerously low. Actually, my reaction doesn't surprise me, just like the surprise cannot be expected from a team that is bound by Star Trek canon and traditions. Overall impression: 40%. (19.04.2020)