Picture 1 of 11
Picture 1 of 11
Star Trek - The Complete Second Season (DVD, 2004, 7-Disc Set, Collector's Edition)
Price:
C $24.99
Returns:
Condition:
 | Shop by category |
{"delay":300}
|
My husband and I enjoyed the third season set so much that we decided to order the first and second seasons. We are of an age that we remember seeing them on television the first time they were aired in the 60s, and it brings back a lot of memories. The Original Series cast characterizations are so finely drawn that they are indelibly etched in our psyche. The series has a real tongue-in-cheek humour that is vastly entertaining. It never took itself seriously, even though a few episodes had a "message" to them. We laugh at "The Shat's" scene-chewing acting style. We chortle at the outraged Bones' reply, "I'm a doctor, not a ...." or "He's dead, Jim". We giggle at Spock's ever logical observations. We quickly cite which Red Shirt crew member of the Enterprise landing party will soon bite the dust as an expendable resource to further the plot. We snigger at the low tech look of the control panels on the bridge. We deride the revealing, sex-object oriented costumes of the female cast members and Kirk's immediate attempts to seduce the females, whether they be green, blue, alien or Earthling. Every moment of every episode provides an opportunity for laughter and enjoyment, and we do enjoy every moment. The digitally remastered DVD set is very clear, and I even use my 3D glasses for the opening sequences of each episode as the Enterprise rockets through space. The sound quality is great, and the extra features add a lot to the experience as well. It is wonderful to watch the episodes without the distraction of commercials. I can heartily recommend all 3 seasons of this series for those who love good science fiction, especially vintage science fiction.Read full review
Star Trek Season II is every bit as enjoyable as season 1. Here, you'll find such classic episodes as "A Piece of the Action" (a planet filled with 20's style mobsters!), "Amok Time" (Spock gets horny!), Mirror Mirror (Spock with goatee!), and of course, the famous "Trouble with Tribbles"! My favorite episode of them all, "The Doomsday Machine" can be found on this set as well. Every episode is a classic...well, except for "Assignment:Earth", which is a half-assed attempt to launch a new series. The Crew of the Enterprise takes a backseat to the adventures of "Gary 7". Yikes! But aside from that one letdown, the season stands up quite well. Being able to watch Star Trek any time of day is a great priviledge. It's like an old friend and makes you feel good every time! Only a Mugatu would be foolish enough to pass up the opportunity to own this fine set!Read full review
This was the last of the three seasons of Original Star Trek I acquired. It has some great and much talked-about episodes, like "Mirror, Mirror" and "The Trouble with Tribbles", and some extremely infantile ones, like "The Doomsday Machine". The reason everyone should have Season Two in their collection is "ASSIGNMENT EARTH", which could have been the beginning of a wonderful new series. Read Greg COX's 2-part book, "The Eugenics Wars", if you don't believe me. His storyline encompasses scenarios we are struggling with today in the real world, such as the Bhopal tragedy in India, genetic engineering, and the hole in the ozone layer, played out between our favorite good and evil Star Trek characters. The fine performances of Robert Lansing (Gary Seven) and Teri Garr (Roberta Lincoln) make it one of the most memorable episodes ever of the Star Trek universe.Read full review
I love original Star Trek. I remember when our deserted women's dorm sitting room (which men could sit in while waiting for their dates) suddenly became packed with couples watching some new tv show. It was Star Trek. Everyone watched it before going out on their dates! I have never heard of any other tv show this happened with. I like this particular version of the tv show because it is complete and uncut. Yes! Later versions of the show were cut slightly to allow more time for commercials. Also, when television sets became so wide, the top and bottom of the picture were cropped in order to fill the screen! This version is "original" too.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Season two of the original Star Trek presents several of the series' best moments, but also many of its worst. Some of Star Trek's most memorable episodes take place during this season, including "The Doomsday Machine", "Mirror, Mirror", and the Spock-based stories "Amok Time" and "Journey to Babel". The unquestionable highlight of the season, of course, is "The Trouble with Tribbles", the most comedy-based original series episode and one which also boasts an excellent plot. Unfortunately, the majority of the season is of significantly lower quality. What's missing from season two is a long string of high-quality episodes like the second half of season one. Season two offers some good stories, but the average episode is significantly less innovative and compelling that the average episode of season one. Plus, sprinkled about are such laughable episodes as "Metamorphosis" and "The Omega Glory". By Season two, writers were recycling stories. While season one's "The Return of the Archons" was intriguing, season two's "The Apple" is simply the return of "The Return of the Archons". How many societies are subject to mind control by computers? And, on the topic of "...Archons", how many times can Kirk save the day at the last minute by convincing a homicidal computer that it must self-destruct because it has erred? Answer: 4 (3 times this season!). Season two of the original Star Trek contains its most humourous and adventurous episode "The Trouble with Tribbles", it develops Spock's Vulcan heritage, and it contains some poignant episodes like "Return to Tomorrow" and "Obsession". But too often stories are recycled and lacking in creativity. Perhaps worse, unlike seasons one and three, there are no great episodes which significantly develop the conflict with the Romulans or the Kligons. Even the famous "Mirror, Mirror" is just for fun and has no real plot or long-term consequences for the series. It is this disconnect with the exciting and innovative side of Star Trek that makes season two suffer most.Read full review
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in DVDs & Blu-ray Discs
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on DVDs & Blu-ray Discs
Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- You may also like
