[Skoob]

I have been reading about Prelude To Axanar, the most promising Star Trek fan film project to come down the pike in years.

Cool, huh?! But now get a load of this:

Crowdfunded 'Star Trek' Movie Draws Lawsuit from Paramount, CBS (HollywoodReporter.com, 30-Dec-2015)

IMHO, the old spirit, depth and vision of the official Star Trek franchise has suffered in recent years. The effect has been to provide a motivating force for progressively more successful independent fan film tributes. In other words, substandard official product is motivating dedicated fans to fill the gap!

I feel that legal action demonstrates misunderstanding in this regard and helps no-one. In the spirit of letting the market speak, I for one have decided to hold off purchasing any new authorized Trek products while this situation continues.

Imagine the potential of a mutually beneficial relationship between the fan film community and the Star Trek franchise! My dream would be some kind of partnership that sees the Axanar project completed. Rgds