Starship Exeter: The Tressaurian Intersection

Not since the original Star Trek have I seen anything that comes this close to the spirit, look and feel of the original. "Starship Exeter: The Tressaurian Intersection" is the real deal, folks! I think it goes without saying that the acting, direction, effects, original score, set design, videography, etc. are WAY beyond what you may have seen before in a "fan" film. But one of the things that really impresses me is something that is often overlooked or poorly done: the sound mix. Try "watching" "SE:TTI" by only listening to the sound... you will really get an appreciation for the professional and meticulous attention to detail in this area. Sound is so important to drawing in the audience to a story, and "SE:TTI" especially shines in this department.

Although, I am not a huge Star Trek fan or Trekkie living in my parents basement and have to admit I did not want to watch this episode. But my friend asked me to give it a try and I will admit that I did enjoy watching this episode. The sets were really well done as were the costumes. Furthermore, the acting improved greatly especially after viewing the first episode. In addition, I viewed a short clip of James Culhane showing the set of the bridge and it is very impressive set. The time and effort they put in really pays off, which left me with a feeling of wanting more. I do hope there is more to come very soon. Plus, I think Holly Guess is really hot in those nice short uniforms.

The available elements of this yet to be completed internet-only film are excellent. Jimm & Josh, along with all the cast and hard-working crew (Scott Cummins-Director, Jason Pierce-Cinematographer, Joel Sarchet, and everyone who worked their butts off)all came on to this project as a labor of love (which meant no-one got paid).

In Exeter's second episode, Jim, Josh, Michael & Holly reprise their rolls in an episode that takes Capt. Garrovick, B'fuselek and their merry band of star trekers into deep space and into Garrovick's past. Like Kirk his distaste for the Klingons, Garrovick seems to have a deep hatred for the Tressarians and this is revealed in this episode.

The episode begins with distortions ripping through space and the discovery of the destroyed saucer section of USS Kongo on a planet's surface.

Things begin to heat up quickly as Garrovick and his crew begin to piece together what happened to the ship, her crew and Garrovick's old friend, Captain Kosnett.

In the style of true trek, Garrovick begins to turn over rock after rock only to discover the Tressarians are involved as well as an old familiar nemesis, the xenophobic Tholians.

These Tressarians are new to the Trek universe and are a welcome addition and though I cannot say more, I can tell you they are what the Romulans are to the Vulcans, kinda....

Also in true Trek style is the introduction of Garrovick's personal assistant Yeoman Richards played by Elizabeth Wheat. More than eye candy but really easy on the eyes, Richards character is crucial to the the storyline.

The question that remains is will Garrovick's hatred for the Tressarians blind him as it did Kirk, from the truth about what happened to Capt. Kosnett and his crew? Though incomplete at the time of this review, the Tressarian Intersection is a great script with lots of what has been missing from the Trek franchise. And, with the demise of Paramount's retro-trek, perhaps the internet IS the place that will save Gene's original vision.

I cannot believe that these people, with about 1/10th the money as the "Other" Star Trek fan production can produce a much superior project! Although it is still not "top shelf", and the sound effects are VERY rough sounding and out of sync with the rest of the film. The lighting was a little dark in spots, but it added to the drama of the scenes, however unintentional! All in all, a very enjoyable show!

The special effects are what you would expect, for a low budget production like this, but that is easy to overlook. The acting is truly believable, and will draw the viewer into the action.

This production should be on cable somewhere, and shared with more than fans on the internet!

VERY enjoyable!

After seeing the opening scene and credits I am convinced that Starship Exeter is Trek reborn. Watching Exeter gives me that same feeling that I got when I saw TOS for the first time back in the 60's. I can't wait for the rest of the episode and hope to see more episodes from this group and other fan film makers.

Starship Exeter: The Tressaurian Intersection is the second episode from the Exeter group. The first being The Savage Empire premiered in 2002. Exeter takes place after the episode of the original Star Trek Episode "The Omega Glory." That crew fell to a deadly disease that killed that entire crew but the captain who was arrested by captain Kirk for violating the prime directive. The current crew under captain Garovick is the replacement crew after the disease was removed from the Exeter.