The Surprising Success of Star Trek: Insurrection
Despite being considered one of the least impressive Star Trek films, "Insurrection" was a box office success 25 years ago. The movie, directed by Jonathan Frakes, deviated from the typical formula by featuring a standalone story with new antagonistic aliens. While some criticized it for feeling more like a TV episode, "Insurrection" now holds up better due to the strong performances of the TNG cast. Patrick Stewart's recent success with "Picard" has reignited interest in a potential big-budget TNG movie, and fans are reminded of the charm and simplicity of "Insurrection."