The Star Trek icon, Scott Bakula, found himself in an unexpected venture when he starred in the ill-fated 'NetForce' movie. Based on a Tom Clancy novel series, this ABC television movie was directed by Robert Lieberman and featured a stellar cast, including Joanna Going, Xander Berkeley, and Brian Dennehy. However, the film's premise of a near-future FBI computer crime division was quickly deemed outdated and nonsensical, even before the credits rolled. Despite the impressive lineup, 'NetForce' failed to capture the imagination of audiences and critics alike, with its portrayal of both police work and technology being described as 'inspired' at best. Bakula's performance as FBI Netforce deputy chief Alex Michaels, alongside a team of internet cops, was overshadowed by the movie's unrealistic and outdated vision of the internet. While 'NetForce' included explosions and high-stakes terror plots, it fell short of delivering a compelling and accurate depiction of cybercrime. For fans of Bakula, the movie might be a fun watch, but for those seeking realistic hacking scenes, 'Star Trek: Enterprise' remains a better choice. The Federation's futuristic technology, set hundreds of years in the future, provides a more credible and engaging narrative.
