"To Be Takei" profiles the man who, in his lifetime, went from a Japanese-American internment camp, to "Star Trek," to the forefront of gay-rights activism. Jennifer Kroot's documentary touches on the life of George Takei, following him as he lives his life, congenially sharing the wit and wisdom acquired through a his decades of acting and activism.

Talking heads, vintage footage, and slices of life combine for the film that documents Takei and his various endeavors. Takei, his costars, his husband, and his fans wax about the Captain of the USS Excesior and his life's triumphs and obstacles. It is an interesting life, and the documentary touches on the struggles of being a Japanese-American during the World War II era…

"There's a billboard with Bill Shatner and he's got this tape over his mouth... as well there should be." ~ George Takei

I don't watch a lot of documentaries, but every now and then something catches my eye. In this case, it was the celebrity subject -- actor/activist George Takei -- who is best known for his role as Lieutenant Sulu on the original TV series Star Trek.

Director Jennifer M. Kroot brings us insights into many aspects of Takei's life, from his internment as a Japanese-American during World War II to his closeted homosexuality and his insecurities as an Asian actor vying for roles on television and in movies. We get to know his life partner (now husband) Brad…

A documentary about the life of Star Trek's Mr. Sulu, George Takei. It's actually almost a third as much a documentary about his husband, Brad Takei, as well, as they appear inseparable for most of the film. There's very little about what many viewers may have come to see, that being Star Trek and his current internet fame. Instead, it jumps back and forth between his family's life in the WW2 internment camps presented in the context of his paid speeches and theatrical play, and George and Brad wandering the streets of various cities doing stuff: walking in the park, eating, driving, getting a haircut, signing autographs, etc. While they are personable and the doc really does a great job…

Actor George Takei, best known for his role in Star Trek, has his life story told here in this solid, yet sometimes too brisk documentary. The man has lead an interesting life, from being put in an internment camp as a child for being Japanese, discovering as a teen he was gay, and then working his way through Hollywood while hiding this major part of himself for decades, and then eventually coming out and become something of a gay icon (particularly on the internet).

The problem with the documentary is that it feels too quick, sometimes glossing over significant moments, or at least feeling like things are being glossed over. I sort of felt like I knew most of the…

To Be Takei gave a glimpse into the world of George Takei. Following Takei’s story growing up: from his childhood throughout his success on Star Trek, his advocacy for gay rights, personal life and even his journey with social media - To Be Takei was a very honest look at the man himself.

The documentary feels genuine - although a tad unstructured at times. I would have liked to see more of Takei’s personal life to get a better grasp of the person he is away from the podium. From what we see he is considerate and kind and isn’t afraid to poke fun at himself.

My only gripe with the film was that it spent a considerable amount of…