I cannot tell you how impressed I was with this production. Usually in these things the acting is sub-par, causing me occasional eyerolls and snickers. Not this time, everyone was brilliant in their character portrayal and very professional, kudos to all! Special effects were amazing, as was camera work, fight sequences, makeup, direction, editing, you name it. My only negative comment is that the design of the uniforms didn't do it for me, but that is a matter of opinion and everyone has their own preferences. Please make more!
Excellent production! This had a good script, interesting storyline, good costumes, great acting, plenty of action, and good special effects and music. Everything needed to be a terrific Star Trek. I look forward to more!
This was so much fun to watch. I will bug the crap out of you until you make a sequel. :) Well done everyone, I know how hard it is to make these things, and especially how to make them this well. Congratulations on a job very well done. :)
I must say the phaser and disruptor effects were extremely good, and I even include comparing the official shows. It feels very 'punchy' and authentic from how I imagine firing one must look and feel in the hand. The shuttles looked near show quality too and the nacelle jettison feature is a cool original idea! Now I really hope to see a ship-to-ship battle at some point. Your combat scenes here were genuinely well shot and fought; seeing that extended to a space battle would undoubtedly be impressive.
Thanks for that, those were definitely elements we took pride in and very proud of the engine jettison moment. The biggest regret though is definitely not having a space battle though.
Loved the romulans! In general really nice, you trekkies sure are a resilient bunch, making fan stuff in the spirit of the good trek despite current trek being what it is.
I don't know how I managed to miss this gem until you won your Fan Film awards, but I know why you have them. This is one of the best I've seen in a while--and there are a lot of really good films being made right now. Excellent work in all categories--the writing was especially good, I thought, and I thought the editing was particularly tight in the hand-to-hand combat scenes. It's tricky to find a good rhythm in those sorts of sequences and the tendency is to leave too much space before the cuts. Really well done, and I hope there's a follow-up story coming.
Great show everyone, I was glued to the screen for all 20:34, including the credits. Please make more. The plot was fantastic and very believable. Good acting and special effects. Keep up the great work.
The Romulans were seen to be ready to make peace with the Federation in Star Trek: Nemesis so that means the only villain alien species left are the Dominion and the Borg and the Cardassians who joined forces with the Dominion. I don’t believe Odo would ever turn against the Federation even though he joined the great link.
Thas was outstanding! A very action-packed story, great stunts, very good make-up, good acting, excellent CGI and wonderful sets. Thank you very much for putting so much effort into this film. I'd like to see more from you. All the best wishes for the future. Keep on trekking! 🖖
You did well! . . . great effects! . . . The only criticism is => from what I recall = Vulcans and Romulans have a shared ancestry and that being the case = Romulans would have the same strength = 3xs that of a human. So the humans would have had to have a much harder time physically and rely more on wit and strategy and weapons. Still good - all things considered.
Thank you Drew and well noticed. The idea that we were trying to convey was that the Romulans were “playing” the humans as part of a larger plot and to gather intelligence. Hence the 2 lines in the last scene, “we gave them a good show” and “I need to know how he fights”, they were basically pulling their punches. However, the Romulan was able to keep getting up after numerous phaser stun hits when chasing them, indicating his triple strength.
Oh, dude, this was great! A really quick, engaging story with intrigue, danger, and drama. Of course, Captain Maddox forgot that the Romulans already had a "test sample" for some days or weeks in the commander, and then in himself with the blood he left behind! Oh, that ending leave me wanting more. I really, really hope you get to film and/or release the sequel soon! Also, the acting and makeup, the fight sequences, the vfx... Incredible work. I love the idea of a crew of specialized operatives that go out and do these surgical extract/intel missions. And yay for me recognizing the voice cameo by Intrepid's Nick Cook!
A very enjoyable episode a good story and the ships were well done, the actors came across very well, the action scenes were well acted out and the twist at the end was good too. Well done to everyone involved and i look forward to seeing more from you all in the future.
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 You are most welcome, hopefully i will be the first on your next one. Even more so if you do a sequel to this episode as it sure deserves it.
I love this very professional Fan-film! Great job easing the transition between Enterprise and TOS Pike era. I have questions, but maybe they'll be answered in the next film. I'd like to have heard a Captain's Log or short briefing why they're using TOS phasers instead of something similar to Discovery/TOS Pike era. I'd also like a closing log (or intro to the next film) swearing everyone to secrecy that Romulans have pointed ears to be consistent with TOS.
Amazingly well done and well worth the wait! Incredible story and very well played out in a relatively short time, nothing felt rushed. Certainly looking forward to the possibility of a sequel!!! Fantastic work everyone 😄
Now, that was entertaining! The story moved along nicely, and love seeing the antagonists so war-like, petty, and vindictive. This shows us what the fans could have gotten with the 5th season of ENT. Kudos to the creators! ;)
Congratulations. A nice piece of fan work. For an fanfilm, excellent...!! Nice acting, nice sets, nice VFX, and nice makeup. I could put some minor inconsistencies but it would not diminish the complete effort. You all are to be congratulated. 🖖😉
Given the fine comments already provided, it's difficult to add to the stellar reviews. I will call this one of the top Star Trek fan films produced. Right in line with Axanar.
Probably one of the best fan films I have ever seen. Entertaining, well made, and especially well-acted. Maybe too well acted in the case of Sylvie Nightingale … as she seemed to really be out for blood and enjoying her character. I am impressed, yet would be concerned about my safety if I were on set. 😅 😂
This was truly amazing! I loved every minute of it. It was so well done. The production design is awesome. I loved the nod to continuity with the re-worked Klingon Disruptors. The graphics were awesome, and the acting was really good. The story was super-effective. It’s indicative of amazingly good plot development that you were able to deliver so effective a piece In under 22 minutes. You made movie magic here, doubt it not. This film has two wonderful things going for it: it looked effortless on the part of the people who made it, and impossible to duplicate. You guys made an amazing film. I want to know what happens next!
This was truly excellent. It felt like, I was watching an episode of Star Trek Enterprise using Shuttle Crafts from the 1960's Star Trek TV show (way-to-go).
I must say that this is one of the finest Fan Films I have seen. That acting, plot and production is just as good, if not better, than anything done in Hollywood. BRAVO!
Very Nicely Done!!! I hope we get to see many more and a chance to get to know the characters better. I thought there was bit more of Ancient Rome in some of the characters maybe around the time of Caliguia which how I just love the Romulians to be portrayed.
Very well done!! Bout time for seat belts.and realistic cockpit sounds..But, please remix at 11: 15 ( WAY too loud)..also why jettison both engines? only one was hit.
Thanks Andy, a very question indeed. There was some deleted lines of dialogue suggesting the “good” engine was being overheated taking on the strain. However, in the end there was some artistic license I guess. I ultimately really like the imagery of the space shuttle jettisoning both engines and wanted to emulate some of that.
This was very well done. I felt the Romulans were played true to how they were seen and portrayed in TOS. I only have one minor issue with the story. Why did the Federation officers not shoot the two Romulans with phasers set to heavy stun instead of hesitating which resulted in a fight that cost one life? Perhaps the hesitation was due to the Romulans appearing to be unarmed.
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 im looking into doing vfx and i am wondering if you would like me to do up some Romulan ships for an up coming episode
The Dave Cullen Show recommended this film to us as he thought it was extremely well done. He was right! Thank you.
Easily pleased, good for you.
my god this is so good. A cub as captain? that's interesting...
the hand to hand combat scenes were pretty good; high above the expectations from a fan film. Congrats
I cannot tell you how impressed I was with this production. Usually in these things the acting is sub-par, causing me occasional eyerolls and snickers. Not this time, everyone was brilliant in their character portrayal and very professional, kudos to all! Special effects were amazing, as was camera work, fight sequences, makeup, direction, editing, you name it. My only negative comment is that the design of the uniforms didn't do it for me, but that is a matter of opinion and everyone has their own preferences. Please make more!
AND the written dialog is excellent !
Very natural acting. Great effects and production values. Good story.
Excellent production! This had a good script, interesting storyline, good costumes, great acting, plenty of action, and good special effects and music. Everything needed to be a terrific Star Trek. I look forward to more!
This was so much fun to watch. I will bug the crap out of you until you make a sequel. :)
Well done everyone, I know how hard it is to make these things, and especially how to make them this well. Congratulations on a job very well done. :)
If they do make a sequal, bug them to let me do any vo's needed.
I'm only up the road, and need something to do between grissom episodes. :D
Thanks Nick, means a lot. Bug away!!!! ;-)
A sequel would be excellent.
High praise by the legendary Nick Cook himself (of Star Trek Intrepid fame). And totally deserved. Keep up the good work!
I must say the phaser and disruptor effects were extremely good, and I even include comparing the official shows. It feels very 'punchy' and authentic from how I imagine firing one must look and feel in the hand. The shuttles looked near show quality too and the nacelle jettison feature is a cool original idea! Now I really hope to see a ship-to-ship battle at some point. Your combat scenes here were genuinely well shot and fought; seeing that extended to a space battle would undoubtedly be impressive.
Thanks for that, those were definitely elements we took pride in and very proud of the engine jettison moment. The biggest regret though is definitely not having a space battle though.
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Loved the romulans! In general really nice, you trekkies sure are a resilient bunch, making fan stuff in the spirit of the good trek despite current trek being what it is.
You guys knocked it out of the box with this. The acting, costumes, special effects, CGI, only 20min long, loved it.
I don't know how I managed to miss this gem until you won your Fan Film awards, but I know why you have them. This is one of the best I've seen in a while--and there are a lot of really good films being made right now. Excellent work in all categories--the writing was especially good, I thought, and I thought the editing was particularly tight in the hand-to-hand combat scenes. It's tricky to find a good rhythm in those sorts of sequences and the tendency is to leave too much space before the cuts. Really well done, and I hope there's a follow-up story coming.
Awesome ship! Great phaser battles and fights. A very enjoyable 20 minutes. Looking forward to sequel!
Great show everyone, I was glued to the screen for all 20:34, including the credits. Please make more. The plot was fantastic and very believable. Good acting and special effects. Keep up the great work.
The Romulans were seen to be ready to make peace with the Federation in Star Trek: Nemesis so that means the only villain alien species left are the Dominion and the Borg and the Cardassians who joined forces with the Dominion. I don’t believe Odo would ever turn against the Federation even though he joined the great link.
Thas was outstanding! A very action-packed story, great stunts, very good make-up, good acting, excellent CGI and wonderful sets. Thank you very much for putting so much effort into this film. I'd like to see more from you. All the best wishes for the future. Keep on trekking! 🖖
Thanks, all came together in the end.
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Jolan tru. Finally a fan film that portrys the Romulans well! I have been a Romulan fan since the 70's and this, this was great!!!!!!!
Superb cinematography, great story - epic stuff.
This was EXCELLENT in all of the ways we HOPE for in Fan-Fic Trek !
Well _done_ - THANKS !
You did well! . . . great effects! . . . The only criticism is => from what I recall = Vulcans and Romulans have a shared ancestry and that being the case = Romulans would have the same strength = 3xs that of a human. So the humans would have had to have a much harder time physically and rely more on wit and strategy and weapons. Still good - all things considered.
Thank you Drew and well noticed. The idea that we were trying to convey was that the Romulans were “playing” the humans as part of a larger plot and to gather intelligence. Hence the 2 lines in the last scene, “we gave them a good show” and “I need to know how he fights”, they were basically pulling their punches. However, the Romulan was able to keep getting up after numerous phaser stun hits when chasing them, indicating his triple strength.
That was EXCELLENT! There are a lot of Trek fan films out there, but rarely anything of this caliber. Congratulations, and keep it up!
Wow. Fantastic job :) I loved it, I am a Romulan at heart :)
Thanks, yep, love the Romulans too.
Oh, dude, this was great! A really quick, engaging story with intrigue, danger, and drama. Of course, Captain Maddox forgot that the Romulans already had a "test sample" for some days or weeks in the commander, and then in himself with the blood he left behind! Oh, that ending leave me wanting more. I really, really hope you get to film and/or release the sequel soon! Also, the acting and makeup, the fight sequences, the vfx... Incredible work. I love the idea of a crew of specialized operatives that go out and do these surgical extract/intel missions.
And yay for me recognizing the voice cameo by Intrepid's Nick Cook!
Thanks, ah but is there something special about Maddox that the Romulans want? That's the question. Gotta love a Nick Cook voice cameo!!!!
WELL DONE! and we need that sequel...
A very well produced story and a tantalising tease of more to come. I hope you are able to continue the tale! 👍🎉🖖
Thanks, we'll see about that. Never say never ;-)
Extraordinary. One of the better Fan films I have seen. I cannot wait to see what you cook up next!
Thanks, means a lot.
A very enjoyable episode a good story and the ships were well done, the actors came across very well, the action scenes were well acted out and the twist at the end was good too.
Well done to everyone involved and i look forward to seeing more from you all in the future.
Thanks, glad you liked it. Our first "review"!!!!
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 You are most welcome, hopefully i will be the first on your next one.
Even more so if you do a sequel to this episode as it sure deserves it.
Super film, well done all, thank you for the chance to watch your Fan Film Star Trek Ambush: A Star Trek Fan Production
Thanks, means a lot.
EXCELLENT!!!....
I love this very professional Fan-film! Great job easing the transition between Enterprise and TOS Pike era. I have questions, but maybe they'll be answered in the next film.
I'd like to have heard a Captain's Log or short briefing why they're using TOS phasers instead of something similar to Discovery/TOS Pike era. I'd also like a closing log (or intro to the next film) swearing everyone to secrecy that Romulans have pointed ears to be consistent with TOS.
Best presentation of this sort I've seen . VERY well done 👍!
Well done, people. Kudos to you all. You put in some serious hard work on this. Thank you.
I really enjoyed this! Thank you!
Very well done! Thanks for this.
Well done guys, I was particularly impressed with Stephen Trumble as Captain Matt Maddox 👍
Thanks Ross, good to hear from you. Yep, Steve absolutely nailed that part!!!!
Excellent! Hope to see more. Good job.
Why am i just seeing this? It's amazing! Thank you so much! ❤❤❤ #StarTrekAmbush Great acting. Great special effects!
I hope there is more to come. This was excellent. Top notch. Thanks so much
Amazingly well done and well worth the wait! Incredible story and very well played out in a relatively short time, nothing felt rushed. Certainly looking forward to the possibility of a sequel!!! Fantastic work everyone 😄
Thanks, glad the editing choices paid off. We'll have to see about a sequel!
Now, that was entertaining! The story moved along nicely, and love seeing the antagonists so war-like, petty, and vindictive. This shows us what the fans could have gotten with the 5th season of ENT. Kudos to the creators! ;)
Congratulations. A nice piece of fan work. For an fanfilm, excellent...!! Nice acting, nice sets, nice VFX, and nice makeup. I could put some minor inconsistencies but it would not diminish the complete effort. You all are to be congratulated. 🖖😉
Thanks, really don't mind the feedback, it's all fine with us. :-)
Oh my word this is so good! Everything about it worked so well. I hope there are possibilities of more to come.
Hey, This was one of the best fan films that I've seen this year! Loved it! :)
The best fan film to date. I will await more episodes!
Marvelous fun! Thanks so much for your hard work and brilliant story!
Thanks, happy to put out our contribution to the fan film world.
Well done, indeed! You've got my respect. I hope we will see more from you.
This was AWSOME! great job!!!
OUTSTANDING!!!!!!! No other words guys.
Thanks, means a lot.
"Incredible" Excellent, Thank You
Nicely done. Great sets. And I definitely didn't expect stunts, that must have been fun :) I really enjoyed it, thank you.
Given the fine comments already provided, it's difficult to add to the stellar reviews.
I will call this one of the top Star Trek fan films produced. Right in line with Axanar.
Totally worth the wait and I’m glad I supported this on KS!
This looks great Guys!
Probably one of the best fan films I have ever seen. Entertaining, well made, and especially well-acted. Maybe too well acted in the case of Sylvie Nightingale … as she seemed to really be out for blood and enjoying her character. I am impressed, yet would be concerned about my safety if I were on set. 😅 😂
Pretty darn good! Nice work!
Thanks Josh, means a lot. Loving the Avalon films too!!!!
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 I just watched this film again. And I love it! It definitely IS a Fan Film Done Right!
Nice work guys, great location shoot, nice Romulan helmets...impressive.
Thanks, yep braving the elements was fun!
Well produced guys 👍. Just watched 'Balance of terror'. Then this. Brilliant production. ☺️
Cracking film...to make that on such a low budget is a crazy feat...well done!
Very well done---Bravo!!!
Thanks.
This was truly amazing! I loved every minute of it. It was so well done. The production design is awesome. I loved the nod to continuity with the re-worked Klingon Disruptors. The graphics were awesome, and the acting was really good. The story was super-effective. It’s indicative of amazingly good plot development that you were able to deliver so effective a piece In under 22 minutes. You made movie magic here, doubt it not. This film has two wonderful things going for it: it looked effortless on the part of the people who made it, and impossible to duplicate. You guys made an amazing film. I want to know what happens next!
Thanks for the very kind words, means a lot. Glad the little nods to the established continuity didn’t go unnoticed.
Congratulations on making this film!
Thanks Nathan.
This was truly excellent. It felt like, I was watching an episode of Star Trek Enterprise using Shuttle Crafts from the 1960's Star Trek TV show (way-to-go).
Ah thanks. That is pretty much the style we were hoping to achieve.
Brilliant work, really looking forwards to the next part. Fantastic job all round. :)
Thanks, we'll have to see about a next part.
Wow! Outstanding! Another fan made grand slam 🙂🖖
Really great. Amazing work from everyone involved.
Thanks Adam, good to hear from you man.
I must say that this is one of the finest Fan Films I have seen. That acting, plot and production is just as good, if not better, than anything done in Hollywood. BRAVO!
Very enjoyable!! Thank you!
Wow, this was really well done!
Love it!!!
I hope there'll be more episodes/stories.
Thank you very much. This (my second time watching) is very good. Much better than that stuff that the networks put out. Thanks again.
Perfectly done!
Bravo!
🖖😎👍Very cool and very nicely well done indeed and very nicely executed in every way and every detail and form provided for sure indeed 👌.
Well done all. This was a lot of fun!
great work, definitely draws you in. I look forward to phase 2.
Wow! That was awesome. Way cool story so far...
Well done! Live long and prosper.
Very Nicely Done!!! I hope we get to see many more and a chance to get to know the characters better. I thought there was bit more of Ancient Rome in some of the characters maybe around the time of Caliguia which how I just love the Romulians to be portrayed.
Very, VERY well done!
pretty cool well done
A brilliant final product. Such a privilege to work with so many talented individuals!! You awesome bunch!!
I tend to be somewhat cynical when it comes to fan films, but this one was excellent. Good acting, production values. Well done.
i hope they do more.
Awesome episode, I would of backed your kickstarter if I have known about this at the time, I'll have to check to see if you have made more
Nice story. Great production value
Excellent production
Thanks
Joly good job !
Congratulations on the 2023 Star Trek Fan Film Showrunner Awards.
Impresive well done!!!
Thanks
Not bad. Plus I think the long haired female Romulan was cute. 🥰
Bravo to all involved.
Wow!! What a fab job by everyone involved. It must have taken ages!!! When's the next one?🖖👍
Thanks, certainly seemed to take an eternity!
Very well done!! Bout time for seat belts.and realistic cockpit sounds..But, please remix at 11: 15 ( WAY too loud)..also why jettison both engines? only one was hit.
Thanks Andy, a very question indeed. There was some deleted lines of dialogue suggesting the “good” engine was being overheated taking on the strain. However, in the end there was some artistic license I guess. I ultimately really like the imagery of the space shuttle jettisoning both engines and wanted to emulate some of that.
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 very good point (s). Thanks!
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 I give you one more reason why. Aerodynamics. More tension on one side can cause rotation
Hey, That twisted ending was unexpected and very seem the perfect Romulan plot.
Cool production 😎
Very well done
This was very well done. I felt the Romulans were played true to how they were seen and portrayed in TOS. I only have one minor issue with the story. Why did the Federation officers not shoot the two Romulans with phasers set to heavy stun instead of hesitating which resulted in a fight that cost one life? Perhaps the hesitation was due to the Romulans appearing to be unarmed.
really enjoyable. i would like to pick your brains on this sort of thing..... regards
Pick away, don’t mind at all.
@@ambushastartrekfanproducti3718 im looking into doing vfx and i am wondering if you would like me to do up some Romulan ships for an up coming episode
really cool well done
nice job!
Thank you so much for making this. 10000 times better than Alex Kurtzman's STD or STP.