"Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread

Deathlok · 01-22-2013, 03:54 AM

We have to have somewhere to discuss the best Captain in Starfleet, and here it is...

Thundercrack85 · 01-22-2013, 04:01 AM

I still think it would have been better if they hadn't gone ahead and made Kirk a captain. Aside from the whole cadet to captain logic problem, him as a first officer could have been an interesting change. He could have been captain when necessary.

Deathlok · 01-22-2013, 04:11 AM

I think the promotion from Cadet to Captain stretches story/logic/everything credibility beyond the breaking point.

Although I hear that this rapid promotion may have repercussions in the new film. Interested to see if that is true.

I would have been happier if Kirk had been decorated for his valour in defeating Nero, etc. Being made a Lieutenant (at most) then being told that when he graduates, the Enterprise will be his ship.

Jump forward a couple of years, show his graduation and promotion to Captain and getting assigned the Enterprise. I think that would have gone down a lot better, or certainly more plausible.

marvelrobbins · 01-22-2013, 06:16 PM

What should have been done Is more time should have passed.Neo's attack shuld have happned a few years after graduation.You could have had focus on 2 ships.Enteprise and farrogat.Mccoy and Sulu could have been wih Kirk on Farrogat.Spock,Uhuru,and
Scotty on Enterprise.Kirk's Is a lieutenant when Neo attacks.at end Kirk Is promated to captain and assigned to enteprise on Pike's recommendation after saving earth.

redhawk23 · 01-23-2013, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Deathlok

I think the promotion from Cadet to Captain stretches story/logic/everything credibility beyond the breaking point.

Although I hear that this rapid promotion may have repercussions in the new film. Interested to see if that is true.

I would have been happier if Kirk had been decorated for his valour in defeating Nero, etc. Being made a Lieutenant (at most) then being told that when he graduates, the Enterprise will be his ship.

Jump forward a couple of years, show his graduation and promotion to Captain and getting assigned the Enterprise. I think that would have gone down a lot better, or certainly more plausible.

Everything else with Old Spock and the time travel and all that makes sense though right?

Smegger56 · 01-23-2013, 04:22 PM

Kirk is just a F***ing ICON. I think Pine did a cracking Job as Kirk. I'd love to see Kirk a lot more serious in this film and a lot more 'I can kick your ass' from him too.

Deathlok · 01-24-2013, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by redhawk23

Everything else with Old Spock and the time travel and all that makes sense though right?

Not always, but it is more acceptable to me than that ridiculous promotion scenario.

Destructus86 · 01-24-2013, 08:58 AM

I guess Kirk being promoted to captain so fast doesn't bother me for a couple reasons.

1) A large number of captains and potential captains died when the fleet warped to Vulcan. So, they were a bit short handed when it came to people with hands on experience.

2) Kirk saved the Federation (and earth) from total destruction.

Young Superman · 01-24-2013, 08:27 PM

Who's more attactive, Chris Pine as Kirk or a young William Shatner, in his prime as Kirk?

Shatner:

Pine:

Smegger56 · 01-24-2013, 08:32 PM

I tell ya what though, seeing those two pics together like that, Shatner just oozes authority there. I hope to see that from Pine in ITD

Thundercrack85 · 01-24-2013, 08:45 PM

He makes a good Kirk, but I don't know if I can buy him as a captain.

Soapy · 01-24-2013, 09:24 PM

Yeah, I like Pine in the role, he just doesn't scream "captain" to me.

pr0xyt0xin · 01-27-2013, 05:13 PM

The question on everyone's mind. Will Kirk get his ass kicked as many times in the sequel?

Deathlok · 01-28-2013, 07:44 AM

Certainly agree that the image of Shatner above exudes more authority than Pine`s Kirk.

But to be fair to Chris Pine, Shatner`s Kirk has a lot of history behind him to garner said authority. Also Kirk is (character ages) around ten years older in TOS than Pine`s Kirk currently is.

The Caped Knight · 02-24-2013, 05:55 PM

I like that Kirk has Pike in this universe being kinda like a surrogate father to him. But I'm hoping we get to see Kirk step out from his shadow and be his own man.

johnrain · 04-11-2013, 01:53 AM

Some people are saying Kirk may die in this film. Does anyone think that could happen?

Smegger56 · 04-19-2013, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by The Caped Knight

I like that Kirk has Pike in this universe being kinda like a surrogate father to him. But I'm hoping we get to see Kirk step out from his shadow and be his own man.

My money is on Pike getting killed in this film, hence the Weller/Pine bit in one of the trailers:

Weller: Starfleet isn't about revenge Kirk.
Pine: Maybe it should be sir

(or something like that). And granted, it was a trailer and it may have been jumbled dialogue. But still...

Young Superman · 05-07-2013, 07:21 PM

I wonder what William Shatner thinks of Chris Pine's take on Kirk?

*Whiplash* · 05-07-2013, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Young Superman

I wonder what William Shatner thinks of Chris Pine's take on Kirk?

Young Superman · 05-07-2013, 07:39 PM

Lol!

Easter Lily · 05-10-2013, 05:29 AM

Pine, I thought, was particularly impressive in Into Darkness.
Sure, I thought he did well in 2009. But in the new film, he's given scope to stretch his acting legs.

I loved his emotional arc in this.

Smegger56 · 05-10-2013, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Easter Lily

Pine, I thought, was particularly impressive in Into Darkness.
Sure, I thought he did well in 2009. But in the new film, he's given scope to stretch his acting legs.

I loved his emotional arc in this.

Absolutely. Not only did he have more of the Kirk look about him, his performance was so much MORE in this. I liked him in 09. I LOVED him in STID.

The Caped Knight · 05-10-2013, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by *Whiplash*

He actually like it

That's from the doc "The Captains"

VIDEO-CLick to Watch!:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Npyj8PON_OA

Fenrir · 05-10-2013, 06:56 PM

What established Kirk's authority this time around is not just the fact that he is given the title of 'Captain', but that everyone on his crew clearly look up to him as one and yes, that includes Spock. He may not have the same kind of presence as Shatner, but despite his impulsive and roguish tendencies Pine's Kirk clearly has all the hallmarks of a competent leader who commands loyalty.

terry78 · 05-11-2013, 09:50 AM

I always dug Pine's Kirk. It honestly does feel like what Shatner would have been like as a late 20s guy.

01-22-2013, 03:54 AM	#1
Deathlok Scrawny gaunt & anorexic? Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Hertfordshire, UK Posts: 1,397	"Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread We have to have somewhere to discuss the best Captain in Starfleet, and here it is... __________________ I got thrown out of a window! What's the f*ing charge for getting pushed out of a moving car, huh? Jaywalking? Si hoc legere potes nimium eruditionis habes**

01-22-2013, 04:01 AM	#2
Thundercrack85 Side-Kick Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 8,038	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I still think it would have been better if they hadn't gone ahead and made Kirk a captain. Aside from the whole cadet to captain logic problem, him as a first officer could have been an interesting change. He could have been captain when necessary.

01-22-2013, 04:11 AM	#3
Deathlok Scrawny gaunt & anorexic? Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Hertfordshire, UK Posts: 1,397	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I think the promotion from Cadet to Captain stretches story/logic/everything credibility beyond the breaking point. Although I hear that this rapid promotion may have repercussions in the new film. Interested to see if that is true. I would have been happier if Kirk had been decorated for his valour in defeating Nero, etc. Being made a Lieutenant (at most) then being told that when he graduates, the Enterprise will be his ship. Jump forward a couple of years, show his graduation and promotion to Captain and getting assigned the Enterprise. I think that would have gone down a lot better, or certainly more plausible. __________________ I got thrown out of a window! What's the f*ing charge for getting pushed out of a moving car, huh? Jaywalking? Si hoc legere potes nimium eruditionis habes**

01-22-2013, 06:16 PM	#4
marvelrobbins Side-Kick Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: St. Louis,Missouri Posts: 4,719	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread What should have been done Is more time should have passed.Neo's attack shuld have happned a few years after graduation.You could have had focus on 2 ships.Enteprise and farrogat.Mccoy and Sulu could have been wih Kirk on Farrogat.Spock,Uhuru,and Scotty on Enterprise.Kirk's Is a lieutenant when Neo attacks.at end Kirk Is promated to captain and assigned to enteprise on Pike's recommendation after saving earth.

01-23-2013, 04:22 PM	#6
Smegger56 The Smegginator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: ScouseLand, Liverpool, England Posts: 2,398	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Kirk is just a F***ing ICON. I think Pine did a cracking Job as Kirk. I'd love to see Kirk a lot more serious in this film and a lot more 'I can kick your ass' from him too. __________________ METAL.GEAR ASSASSIN'S

01-24-2013, 08:58 AM	#8
Destructus86 Side-Kick Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 2,969	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I guess Kirk being promoted to captain so fast doesn't bother me for a couple reasons. 1) A large number of captains and potential captains died when the fleet warped to Vulcan. So, they were a bit short handed when it came to people with hands on experience. 2) Kirk saved the Federation (and earth) from total destruction. __________________ Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

01-24-2013, 08:27 PM	#9
Young Superman The Last Son of Krypton Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 6,890	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Who's more attactive, Chris Pine as Kirk or a young William Shatner, in his prime as Kirk? *Shatner:* *Pine:* __________________ "What if a child dreamed of becoming something other than what society had intended?...What if a child aspired to something greater?..."

01-24-2013, 08:32 PM	#10
Smegger56 The Smegginator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: ScouseLand, Liverpool, England Posts: 2,398	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I tell ya what though, seeing those two pics together like that, Shatner just oozes authority there. I hope to see that from Pine in ITD __________________ METAL.GEAR ASSASSIN'S

01-24-2013, 08:45 PM	#11
Thundercrack85 Side-Kick Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 8,038	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread He makes a good Kirk, but I don't know if I can buy him as a captain.

01-24-2013, 09:24 PM	#12
Soapy Light up the Night Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 13,065	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Yeah, I like Pine in the role, he just doesn't scream "captain" to me. __________________ Your game music of the week: "Special World 8" from Super Mario 3D Land VIDEO-CLick to Watch!:

01-28-2013, 07:44 AM	#14
Deathlok Scrawny gaunt & anorexic? Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Hertfordshire, UK Posts: 1,397	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Certainly agree that the image of Shatner above exudes more authority than Pine`s Kirk. But to be fair to Chris Pine, Shatner`s Kirk has a lot of history behind him to garner said authority. Also Kirk is (character ages) around ten years older in TOS than Pine`s Kirk currently is. __________________ I got thrown out of a window! What's the f*ing charge for getting pushed out of a moving car, huh? Jaywalking? Si hoc legere potes nimium eruditionis habes**

02-24-2013, 05:55 PM	#15
The Caped Knight Caped Crusader Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gotham City Posts: 25,767	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I like that Kirk has Pike in this universe being kinda like a surrogate father to him. But I'm hoping we get to see Kirk step out from his shadow and be his own man. __________________ 10.25.13

04-11-2013, 01:53 AM	#16
johnrain Side-Kick Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 212	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Some people are saying Kirk may die in this film. Does anyone think that could happen?

05-07-2013, 07:21 PM	#18
Young Superman The Last Son of Krypton Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 6,890	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I wonder what William Shatner thinks of Chris Pine's take on Kirk? __________________ "What if a child dreamed of becoming something other than what society had intended?...What if a child aspired to something greater?..."

05-07-2013, 07:39 PM	#20
Young Superman The Last Son of Krypton Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 6,890	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Lol! __________________ "What if a child dreamed of becoming something other than what society had intended?...What if a child aspired to something greater?..."

05-10-2013, 05:29 AM	#21
Easter Lily Side-Kick Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 84	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread Pine, I thought, was particularly impressive in Into Darkness. Sure, I thought he did well in 2009. But in the new film, he's given scope to stretch his acting legs. I loved his emotional arc in this.

05-10-2013, 06:56 PM	#24
Fenrir Devourer Of Gods Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 4,732	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread What established Kirk's authority this time around is not just the fact that he is given the title of 'Captain', but that everyone on his crew clearly look up to him as one and yes, that includes Spock. He may not have the same kind of presence as Shatner, but despite his impulsive and roguish tendencies Pine's Kirk clearly has all the hallmarks of a competent leader who commands loyalty. __________________ Most Ingenious Post Ever

05-11-2013, 09:50 AM	#25
terry78 I'm laughing internally Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 54,182	Re: "Phasers on stun" - The Kirk thread I always dug Pine's Kirk. It honestly does feel like what Shatner would have been like as a late 20s guy. __________________ It's better to be seen than viewed. ----------- Who the **** makes a movie and while planning it is like, "you know what this needs...is some Greg Kinnear."

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