silverhunter

I used to watch the Inspector Gadget Television show all of the time, and so going into the first movie I was hoping it would retain certain elements of the show. However, that first movie changed so much (the most notable being the odd reworking of Dr. Claw) that it didn't feel like Inspector Gadget anymore.

This movie, on the other hand, is excellent, because it discards trying to be in continuity with the first in order to be much more like the show. The character dynamic of the show (including the faceless villian) has been restored. Now, Gadget is once again a bumbling idiot who is saved only by those around him. At first I thought the inclusion of G2 would hamper the film, but her part is well integrated and this is still Gadget's movie. It's very funny, silly, and stylized, and probably good enough to have been in theaters. Forget about the continuity errors in relation to the first film, and enjoy live-action Gadget the way it should have been in the first place.

**** out of ****

I thought that this film was wonderful, in the true tradition of Star Trek. While I won't reveal any plot points here, what I will say is that this provides the most entertaining ride that this series has had in a long time. The effects, acting, and story all come together to say, yes this is Star Trek, and boy is it still entertaining. The feel of the movie is a throwback to the original films, and whether you are a newcomer to the franchise or a long-time fan, you will find plenty to like here. Also, for those of you wondering whether this will be the last film in the series, the seed is here for continuation. A truly thrilling and entertaining film that is leaps and bounds above Star Trek Insurrection. Highly recommended.