Solo: A Star Wars Story

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imoviesreviewJun 15, 2018

While it is a good movie, the film doesn't leave much of an impact. I won't say it's completely uninteresting, the film is kind of forgettable. The film does have some good action, and the actor who plays Solo is amazing. He is what makesWhile it is a good movie, the film doesn't leave much of an impact. I won't say it's completely uninteresting, the film is kind of forgettable. The film does have some good action, and the actor who plays Solo is amazing. He is what makes this film good. There's an unexpected reveal at the end. While it's really confusing, but it like "Wow finally, something really interesting in this film". I would wait till Red box or Netflix on this film.… Expand

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GalgotitJun 7, 2018

Surprisingly good. Was primed to hate on this after LTJ, boycotted the opening and second weekend to make sure it was a failure. Went to see it and it was better than I thought it would be. I would recommend seeing it now that our point hasSurprisingly good. Was primed to hate on this after LTJ, boycotted the opening and second weekend to make sure it was a failure. Went to see it and it was better than I thought it would be. I would recommend seeing it now that our point has been made.… Expand

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kinomaticMar 8, 2019

This guy is nothing like harrison ford, where in the galaxy did they find this notalent nobody?

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Jacque0303Sep 16, 2018

Such a fun movie, solid writing by Kasdan, great directing by Ron Howard. This is how Star Wars movies should be.

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DvorkaMSep 17, 2018

It is fine. Nowhere near as bad as often screamed around. Effects are a good mix between CGI and practical (or CGI is so good I can no longer tell). Story is fine, it perhaps ends on the weaker note, but overall was enjoyable. The reason whyIt is fine. Nowhere near as bad as often screamed around. Effects are a good mix between CGI and practical (or CGI is so good I can no longer tell). Story is fine, it perhaps ends on the weaker note, but overall was enjoyable. The reason why I give it 'yellow' rating, is the main cast. I am sorry to all who disagree, but the performance of the main cast was just bad, especially next to supporting cast. Woody Harrelson, Paul Bettany, even heavily costumed Joonas Suotamo and Phoebe Waller-Bridge somehow fit more naturally in the movie then the Ehrenreich, Clarke and Glover. These three bring the movie down a LOT and no amount of winks and nods towards camera change that.… Expand

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Reed618Sep 29, 2018

I liked it. It's a fun movie and it's pretty rewatchable too. Not the best in the series but definitely worth a look. I think it might get an 8 if the removed the stupid droid... I hate characters in movies and games who just hurl quip afterI liked it. It's a fun movie and it's pretty rewatchable too. Not the best in the series but definitely worth a look. I think it might get an 8 if the removed the stupid droid... I hate characters in movies and games who just hurl quip after quip... I appreciate some social commentary as well if it's handled right but this was just a bit over the top. I thought the movie wasn't paced very well either. It jumps from origin story to train heist pretty fast and all of the worlds and locations are only featured briefly so they don't leave an impression. The cast did a pretty good job, especially Ehrenreich. Filling the shoes of Han Solo is an impossible task but he did a good job of showing a younger more optimistic Han. I also like that the movie has a light tone and isn't unnecessarily dark to try and create tension or something like that. All in all not bad but could have been better.… Expand

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ahmedaiman9999Sep 16, 2018

The fatal flaw this movie suffers from is that it gave priority to introducing the characters over introducing its main plot and setting-up its story and the world it take place in. This resulted in making me interested in almost eachThe fatal flaw this movie suffers from is that it gave priority to introducing the characters over introducing its main plot and setting-up its story and the world it take place in. This resulted in making me interested in almost each character, but this absolutely wasn't enough to make me care for them when they are in danger as much as I should. Case in point, the first battle in which I didn't feel the least threat to the characters. But the biggest problem here is that I was nearly lost in the story. I was having fun seeing the characters react and talk, especially because they all have great chemistry with each other, but that definitely isn't what a movie need to be good.

Fortunately, the things got progressively better after the first act till this flaw completely diminished and then entirely disappeared. With that in mind, I became totally invested in the story as much as I was, and was still, invested in the characters.

The battle scenes, and the action set-pieces don't seem fresh or new, and that's exactly what made them so much fun to watch. Ron Howard shot the action sequences in a very classical way, and that's made me feel as I was watching one of the original trilogy's movies. That was very nostalgic!
Almost every scene that takes place inside the Millennium Falcon is staggering! Notably, the long battle scene that appeared in the movie's trailer. This scene is my favorite scene in the entire movie; it is a very intense scene that put me on the edge of my seat, add to that it showcases how terrific the chemistry between our main characters is. Ron Howard's vision of the Millennium Falcon is really looks fresh.

The action isn't the only thing in Solo that feels old-fashioned, but that applies to almost every aspect in this movie, most notably the denouement of the plot. The plot has classic plan that has plenty of back-to-back twists and turns near the end of the movie. Most of them worked pretty well, and I really was fooled many times, except the last one that was downright dull and stupid.

Alden Ehrenreich did a great job as the titular character. It's not like he was the only choice to play Han Solo, but he did his best embodying the character, and walked the fine line between coolness and imprudence that I couldn't help but imagine Harrison Ford's face watching him In action. In addition, Han's scenes with Chewbacca are magical as always.
I was worried about Emilia Clarke playing a Star Wars character, simply because I'm not a big fan of her, but she really proved that I was wrong just at the first scene she was in, and I found myself related to her character very fast.
Woody Harrelson is fantastic as always, and had a great chemistry with every actor he appeared with. Also, I loved his character. I think it has some depth, and that's the case with all the main characters.
Donald Glover just nailed it as Lando! He has an unparalleled charisma that really suits his character pretty well that I can't imagine any actor except him playing this role.
But there is one particular character, and one particular performance that really got my attention, and standed out for me. The performance is Thandie Newton's as Val. Her character has a very small role in the movie, but Thandie Newton took this character to another level, and made it one of the most interesting side characters in the movie.
As for the side character that I loved so much, it's the stubborn droid, L3-37. She was a scene-stealer with her funny lines and jokes that are rarely miss, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge's vocal performance was impeccable!

Speaking of the humor, unlike The Last Jedi, this movie didn't try too hard to make its jokes funny. The purpose of the humor here is to keep the movie light-hearted, instead of making us laughing. That being said, most of the jokes worked well for me, especially those which cane from the comic relief character,L3-37 as I mentioned above. To be honest, there are a couple of jokes that fall flat for me, not necessarily because they aren't funny, but because the timing of these jokes was very imprecise, and they didn't match the tone in some particular times.

The visual and sound effects are top-notch as any recent Star Wars film. So I hope the movie gets an Oscar nod in at least one of these categories like every Star Wars movie so far.

Overall, I enjoyed Solo: A Star Wars Story so much, and I wasn't expecting that at all. It's a fun old-fashioned fast-paced action flick that can satisfy any one who wants to watch an entertaining movie while having some popcorn. This movie by no means deserves the hate it got.

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RobertWangOct 25, 2018

Solo has all the things that a Han Solo standalone film without Harrison Ford can ask for. It tells you most of the things that you'd like to know from Han's past and introduces an interesting character in Qi'ra, plus the whole Crimson DawnSolo has all the things that a Han Solo standalone film without Harrison Ford can ask for. It tells you most of the things that you'd like to know from Han's past and introduces an interesting character in Qi'ra, plus the whole Crimson Dawn thing is something that could be explored.… Expand

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EddSmith1975May 29, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Entertaining in parts but overall a very VERY disappointing let-down. The script is the major floor in the movie. The whole ‘KESSEL RUN’ part was a real let-down, with no real significance to its legacy. Chewy is the standout best thing about the film, although a lot of background is still left out. Whereas Glover is a great Lando. Ehrenreich looks great as Solo looking like Ford in many scenes, but the script and his story lets him down here. All the successful lessons learned for thinking outside the box writing ROGUE ONE have been either forgotten or disregarded. There's just many hole's left unfilled, pointless new issues shoehorned in that didn't add anything to the story. The movies ending has no soul or closure, and resurrecting Darth Maul is a bad setup for a sequel. I have no desire to watch SOLO ever again.… Expand

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GittoploMay 28, 2018

Watched in IMAX Waterloo on Saturday.

I did not expect much and was hoping for a good adventure film. I am afraid this film is so average that it is even hard to feel negative about it as it would take it below a 5 - average mark. If anyWatched in IMAX Waterloo on Saturday.

I did not expect much and was hoping for a good adventure film. I am afraid this film is so average that it is even hard to feel negative about it as it would take it below a 5 - average mark. If any doctor measured my heartbeat throughout the film then they would have recorded a perfectly symmetrical oscillations.

The main issue: The story was weak. At no point did it feel exciting or suspenseful. It was a waste of Woody and Paul Bettany. Khaleesi also felt out of place. There is a bit of a face fatigue there - for all three famous actors here. A new character, unknown quantity, a la Han, would have been better. Lando was another disappointment - trying too hard to be too cool for school but not pulling it off. Start from rubbish dialogue to underwhelming attire. Chewie and his plot arc were also weak. A lot of mental gymnastics went into this film.

There was a welcome appearance at the end of the film but it was too late to save it.

Overall - bland, predictable and a wasted opportunity.… Expand

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GerryBlueMay 26, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent movie if you have ADS and are into new movies, you know, those generic, all look-the-same feel-the-same-movies. Switch the characters for those of Guardians of the Galaxy and the effect is exactly the same. While it was well directed and put together, it suffers from predictable plot, generic action (except for a couple of sequences) and very boring acting in general. Alden is not a bad actor but c'mon, we all knew Ford's shoes are really hard to fill, and almost impossible in the case of Han Solo. The character is so powerful, it defined and almost typecast Ford's career. The villain here is so generic, "I get aroused when I kill" James Bond mean guy. We also have, of course, yet another posh girl that even looks a lot like Felicity Jones, easily defeating 6 foot men and all. The feminist (droidist?) copilot is rather insufferable, very out of place, it's meant to be funny but it is certainly not. The sexual innuendo "she" plays with Lando is just too much for Star Wars. Then of course is the fact that Lucasfilm has decided to checklist every minutia from the OT, so Han is given his surname in an unceremonious and rushed fashion by an imperial agent, he gets his blaster from Beckett and the ship from Lando. Talk about the deconstruction of the Alpha-Male of the OT. Then the ridiculous but very progressive idea that one of the toughest characters is a 16 year old girl, because they can do everything, right? Even command pirates and raiders. Then comes the subject of cinematography. Enough with the dark movies, enough. Go watch the OT and what made it feel like it is another planet. The new movies suffer from the gray, unsaturated, Netflix-show syndrome, it is depressing (hence, it's for millennials) Disney thinks that hiring Oscar winning cinematographers will give these movies a touch of je ne sais quoi, but no, it just makes them harder to look at. Then comes the final cameo, which by all means is just Disney trying to do fan service full blown. There's no reason for it, no meaning behind it, it messes continuity and future movies, and I love Darth Maul, but this was just awful. you can't ask SW fans to leave their brains at the theater door, we are much more intelligent and discerning than that, and as it gets harder to get people to theaters, Lucasfilm and all the SJW working there really have to try harder if they want my hard earned cash.… Expand

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LatinCritic13May 26, 2018

Solo’s story may look exciting of how he got the millennium falcon and be friends with Chewie before the events of A New Hope, but the whole movie drags when telling a messy approach in terms of plot development. Sure the movie is gorgeous,Solo’s story may look exciting of how he got the millennium falcon and be friends with Chewie before the events of A New Hope, but the whole movie drags when telling a messy approach in terms of plot development. Sure the movie is gorgeous, but at the same time, it literally drags a lot of focus when Phil Lord & Christopher Miller’s actual direction and script was replaced by someone else different. Overall, this movie is decent at best and at the same time, it may or may not disappoint to Star Wars fans around the world after watching this. Hate to say it, but Rogue One was way better than this film by far.… Expand

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TVJerryMay 31, 2018

Alden Ehrenreich assumes the mantle of Han Solo in yet another origin story. He also teams up with Chewbacca, encounters Lando Calrissian (Donald Glover) and helms the Millennium Falcon for the first time. All of the expected elements areAlden Ehrenreich assumes the mantle of Han Solo in yet another origin story. He also teams up with Chewbacca, encounters Lando Calrissian (Donald Glover) and helms the Millennium Falcon for the first time. All of the expected elements are here: hectic adventures, weird creatures and jaunty attitudes. Unfortunately, it plays like a bland revisit. Nothing about the script or the action brings anything original or fun. Ehrenreich shows some of the swagger established by Harrison Ford and Glover is OK, but the most memorable presence comes from Emilia Clarke, who's beautiful spirit shines in her every scene. While this film never boring, it's never exciting either. Those who need to stay in the fan loop have probably already seen it. The rest can wait til the next installment and hope for some thrills.… Expand

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TuivelJun 25, 2018

I'm a Star Wars fan since my earliest childhood years and i loved this film! It has likeable interesting characters, exotic aliens, cool locations, and bombastic action. Really delivers that Star Wars feeling, despite not following a typicalI'm a Star Wars fan since my earliest childhood years and i loved this film! It has likeable interesting characters, exotic aliens, cool locations, and bombastic action. Really delivers that Star Wars feeling, despite not following a typical Star Wars Plot. But that's actually a strong point of the film that it's about a few low lifes and their plan to hit it big instead of the usual grand light vs dark space opera. Most of the few things i didn't like were concentrated in a single annoying character that felt a bit out of place. But she get's blasted to bits towards the end. Now that's a happy ending :-D Go watch it! Even if you hated The last Jedi. This is (for the most part) so much better :)… Expand

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HealingToolboxAug 14, 2018

I liked it better than the critics. Much less derivative than I expected. I was not able to see visually where the old directors-new director's scenes were stitched. I did see various visions of Solo as a character. Biggest problems I sawI liked it better than the critics. Much less derivative than I expected. I was not able to see visually where the old directors-new director's scenes were stitched. I did see various visions of Solo as a character. Biggest problems I saw were:
- no foreshadowing of Kira's surprise change of heart at the end,

- Nothing for Solo to work against as a character. he never even gets angry in this film. If nothing for main character to overcome in his Inner Game of Life, other characters easily take over the limelight.… Expand

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The_T-10Jun 2, 2018

Before I write this review, I have to note one thing: I really liked "The Last Jedi", so no, my opinion on this film isn't affected by my views on TLJ. "Solo" was doomed from the beginning. Nobody really wanted or needed a Han Solo backstory.Before I write this review, I have to note one thing: I really liked "The Last Jedi", so no, my opinion on this film isn't affected by my views on TLJ. "Solo" was doomed from the beginning. Nobody really wanted or needed a Han Solo backstory. With "Rogue One", we actually got one answer to a long-time question: 'How did they destroy the Death Star so friggin' easily?'. "Solo" is a a non-consequential flick, really, anything that happens in this movie feels just OK because it has the "Star Wars" brand on it. The overall color palette of the movie is so hurtful to the eyes (Kinda like those DCEU movies). The actings are all mediocre (Except maybe Harrelson and Bettany). It bored me and almost put me to sleep.

I'm actually surprised that the critics' reviews are pretty decent, albeit lukewarm. I thought they would crucify this one, but turned out not.… Expand

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MasterRileyJun 3, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story is an entertaining movie with lots of thrills but not enough character development or payoff for why it was made in the first place. It still has your signature action moments you've come to expect in Star Wars movies,Solo: A Star Wars Story is an entertaining movie with lots of thrills but not enough character development or payoff for why it was made in the first place. It still has your signature action moments you've come to expect in Star Wars movies, and even has some exciting twists that unfold in the third act. But many of the new characters are not interesting or memorable. The film also lacks a sense of conflict/danger for the majority of the first half. It is not until the second half that it finally starts to pick up and gets more interesting. Han Solo's younger interpretation was handled decently, except that the movie is afraid to give him any real character development because it clearly sets up sequels that will probably get made. There is a cameo from a fan favourite character near the end of the movie via hologram that was completely unnecessary and just acted as fan service. In the end, its still an enjoyable ride that will entertain, but it tries too hard to make you laugh rather than telling a compelling story.… Expand

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lulupaloozaJun 1, 2018

Solo was really great! It was the most fun with Star Wars that I've had in a long time. :) Solo was quite different from the others in the Disney franchise.

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WightCrowJul 27, 2018

I loved Solo. I went in excited for Donald Glover, prepared to hate Alden Ehrenreich, and annoyed at the presence of both Woody Harrelson and Emilia Clarke. I've seen all of the other new Star Wars movies, including the prequels, and myI loved Solo. I went in excited for Donald Glover, prepared to hate Alden Ehrenreich, and annoyed at the presence of both Woody Harrelson and Emilia Clarke. I've seen all of the other new Star Wars movies, including the prequels, and my feelings have ranged from mild approval to outright hatred. For once, however, I was not disappointed...in fact, I was totally blown away.

I loved the movie from start to finish, including young Han. Donald Glover, of course, was brilliant. Still not 100% sold on Emilia Clarke in a Star Wars film, but I like where her character arc is going. There was one stupid scene, but I think it was intended as a tip of the hat to a similar (but somehow less stupid) scene from the original trilogy. It also is less egregious during subsequent viewings. Other than that, I loved pretty much every moment of Solo.

Solo hits the perfect balance between humor, character development, adventure, and a little sadness. It still kills people off quickly and meaninglessly, but it didn’t detract from the film the way it did in other recent Star Wars movies. The cast worked well together, the humor wasn’t over-the-top or obnoxious (see Jar-Jar Binks and pretty much all of the humor in The Force Awakens (except you, BB-8—you are solid and I love you)) and much of the humor in Rogue One and The Last Jedi. I cared about the characters (unusual in a new Star Wars film), I totally bought the universe, and I wanted to see more, which is a feeling that no Star Wars movie since Return of the Jedi has inspired.

Most importantly, Solo is the only Star Wars movie that captured the magic of the original trilogy. I don’t mean the Force—that was basically absent from this film. What I mean is that there is this feeling of magic and wonder that the original films elicit—Solo managed to make me feel that, too. Maybe it’s the way the characters meshed (I’d literally watch a thousand hours of Han, Chewie, Lando, and L3-37 bickering/shooting the **** Maybe it’s the perfect balance of adventure/humor/characters I give a **** about. Maybe it’s something that can’t be pinned down, but is more of a feeling you get when things are just right.

Or maybe it was the fact that, while giving many nods to the past (the Easter eggs on Dryden Vos’s yacht were a fun add) Solo wasn’t trying to be anything but itself. It wasn't Star Wars trying to be fancy and far-too-George-Lucasy (the prequels), Star Wars trying to be George R.R. Martin-meets-late-2000s-YA-drama (The Force Awakens), Star Wars meets Saving Private Ryan (Rogue One), or even The Last Jedi, which I see as Star Wars trying to out-Star Wars itself (and also pandering as hard as it could...while being massively over-commercialized and totally jumping the shark in SEVERAL places). It was just…Star Wars. It was fun. It was inspiring. It was goofy, at times. It had great characters and drama and the threat of the dark side...contrasted with an unlikely hero for the light.

Most of all, Solo has a feeling of hope that is totally lacking from all of the other Star Wars films. Perhaps this is a result of how cynical we, as a society (and yes, me more than most), have become. Our entertainment has become more jaded to match our attitudes, and nowhere is this reflected more strongly than in the recent Star Wars films…except for Solo. Maybe it’s that optimism that gives Solo its magic, or maybe it just adds to the overall charm of the film.

Whatever the case, Solo is, hands down, the best Star Wars film since the original trilogy. The second half is particularly wonderful and hints at just how good this branch of the Star Wars universe could be. Solo accomplished the impossible: it made me love the franchise again, despite all of the other Star Wars films doing their best to beat that love out of me. Once or twice, in the beginning of the movie, I found myself thinking “THIS is what I’ve been waiting for; THIS is what a Star Wars film should be.” I didn’t think that later in the film only because I was too engrossed to have time to wonder at how much I was enjoying the experience.

Apart from the original trilogy, Solo is the only Star Wars film I plan to show to any future spawn I may have. THAT is how much I enjoyed it.

If you have any interest, go see Solo now. Don’t pay attention to negative reviews, just go see it. Rarely have I enjoyed a movie so much in the theater, and definitely none of the other new Star Wars films. I've seen it twice, now, and would happily see it again.

I'll say it outright: Solo is what Star Wars should be.… Expand

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bde9000May 29, 2018

Solo es Star Wars puro en su maxima expresión como ya es costumbre con estos spin-offs no son tan relevantes pero cuentan una emocionante historia, este toque western espacial le sienta tan bien ademas de refrescar la saga con ideas frescas.Solo es Star Wars puro en su maxima expresión como ya es costumbre con estos spin-offs no son tan relevantes pero cuentan una emocionante historia, este toque western espacial le sienta tan bien ademas de refrescar la saga con ideas frescas. Una gran sorpresa.Favor de quitarse los lentes de nostalgia antes de ver la pelicula.… Expand

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CalandriaJun 1, 2018

Really this film is 8, but i have to give a 10, because i dont understand people said that the best films of star wars were the original triology.
The film is very fun and although it duration is of 2 hours and 30', not do long.
The actorsReally this film is 8, but i have to give a 10, because i dont understand people said that the best films of star wars were the original triology.
The film is very fun and although it duration is of 2 hours and 30', not do long.
The actors are good, and story is telling well.
I recommend this film if you like star wars films or action films.… Expand

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LegitSaltMay 28, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie looked disgusting for a large portion, crushed colours, bad colour correction, and poor lighting aplenty. The scene in the coaxium mines was particularly ugly, having had a yellow poorly superimposed in post, and the distracting flashing lights everywhere. Continuing with poor colours, the first third or so of the movie had a hideous colour scheme that was constantly present and invasive. A large portion of the characters was whiny and forgettable, such as the four-armed alien guy. The Chewbacca fight scene was edited in a way that made it almost impossible to follow, due to its abundance of jump cuts and handheld film. The plot was something out of a Skyrim sidequest, being that it was just a fanservice fetch quest. Speaking of fan service, did this movie ever have some to offer, and boy was it distracting, unnecessary, and stupid. Lando and the girl character felt very disingenuine throughout a majority of the movies run time. The plot was a piece of predictable overdone garbage, that felt like it was trying too hard and led only to the fanboys' wet panties. Since fanservice is the only reason anyone sat through this, it is revealed that Darth Maul is back, because why not, death doesn't mean anything anyways. Woody Harrelson was quite the mixed bag throughout this film, delivering some fairly decent quips, but at the same time following up with poor line delivery. This movie was not good, it was an ugly, unnecessary, excuse for a film. If you think you want to see this, you probably have, otherwise, steer clear. Despite this, I can't hate the film, it is clear that the Disney execs held the production of this film with an iron grasp, thus stifling its creative possibilities. Plus I saw this with family, so it was less toxically unbearable at the time.… Expand

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LovelandMay 26, 2018

There wasn't anything that bad about Solo. It's just that there wasn't anything that good either. I don't think I've ever been more indifferent about a movie after seeing it. Once again, a new film taking place within the Star Wars universeThere wasn't anything that bad about Solo. It's just that there wasn't anything that good either. I don't think I've ever been more indifferent about a movie after seeing it. Once again, a new film taking place within the Star Wars universe feels nothing like Star Wars, and once again a film in the Star Wars universe has an obvious political message within it. Those are likely my biggest complaints about it. The acting was okay all around, and Donald Glover as Lando was pretty good, though there are a few things the writers did with the character that I didn't like. I don't think it would be fair to ask Ehrenreich to do a better job than Ford as Solo, so don't be disappointed when he doesn't.
The story was quite average, and in the beginning it often feels as though the goalpost keeps moving in terms of what the major story arc will be. However as the movie develops it streamlines into a decent plot. I wasn't a big fan of everything they did in the movie, between the political messaging, at times sloppy story, and overall lack of Star Wars atmosphere. But this movie does have its moments, and I would say is probably worth seeing.… Expand

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cesar042May 31, 2018

the movie has many memorable moments, good characters, unexpected plot twists.
Alden does a very good job playing Han Solo.
The only bad thing would be the villains.
The cameos are impressive.
I look forward to the second part.

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PierJun 14, 2018

This is a solid film which kept me interested until the end unlike other Disney Star Wars films. The writing is good, and the production is fantastic.

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TheWayfarer73Jul 17, 2018

Like a lot of fans I didnt think this story was necessary but after watching the movie I've gotta say this is a solid contribution to the Star Wars saga. If you enjoyed Rogue One you will Definitely enjoy Solo.

PS. all those people who gaveLike a lot of fans I didnt think this story was necessary but after watching the movie I've gotta say this is a solid contribution to the Star Wars saga. If you enjoyed Rogue One you will Definitely enjoy Solo.

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kstud1Jun 4, 2018

It was a fair movie, but just enforcing everything you already knew, like how Han met Chewy and how Han got the Falcon and met lando a whole movie did not need to be made for this, and I don't see how anyone that doesn't work for Disney couldIt was a fair movie, but just enforcing everything you already knew, like how Han met Chewy and how Han got the Falcon and met lando a whole movie did not need to be made for this, and I don't see how anyone that doesn't work for Disney could give this movie a 10, the sad thing is the movie ended just as a Jedi showed up, this Particular Jedi could have made this movie a 10 if he was actually in the movie.… Expand

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JLuis_001May 30, 2018

Probably one of the most unnecessary films in history and all the statistics played against it. Some might argue that it's entertainment but we are talking about Star Wars and one of its most iconic characters and this film, this storyProbably one of the most unnecessary films in history and all the statistics played against it. Some might argue that it's entertainment but we are talking about Star Wars and one of its most iconic characters and this film, this story doesn't add anything to the legacy of the franchise, let alone the legacy of the character.

Alden Ehrenreich had a devastating and unattainable challenge and evidently he didn't succeed. There's nothing from Harrison Ford's Han Solo in his performance, not even the nerve. I give him credit because he tried, just for that. The same thing happened with Donald Glover, who also felt like a soulless shadow of what Billy Dee Williams did.
The rest of the cast was as disposable as you can imagine, yes even Woody Harrelson, Emilia Clarke, Thadie Newton y Paul Betanny.

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CTHReviewsJul 14, 2018

Is this film a game-changer for the franchise? No. But Solo: A Star Wars Story is an exciting adventure that boasts a very charismatic performance from Alden Ehrenreich, fantastic effects, and a simple, yet efficient story that is just a tonIs this film a game-changer for the franchise? No. But Solo: A Star Wars Story is an exciting adventure that boasts a very charismatic performance from Alden Ehrenreich, fantastic effects, and a simple, yet efficient story that is just a ton of fun to watch.… Expand

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KonlinerJul 16, 2018

It has its flaws, but also has some strong points.

First things first, the acting performance is pretty much fine and the action scenes are quite enjoyable. The story is not so powerful, but entertaining enough. Of all the Star Wars movies,It has its flaws, but also has some strong points.

First things first, the acting performance is pretty much fine and the action scenes are quite enjoyable. The story is not so powerful, but entertaining enough. Of all the Star Wars movies, I think this has the best costume designs.

On the other hand, it contains a lot of cliches and the dialogue, especially during the revealing of Crimson Dawn's real intention, could've been made shorter. I'm also not a fan of the humor.

Its biggest mistake though, is naming this movie "Solo", which automatically gives an expectation of a character-driven story. I think this movie would be much better if it doesn't involve any recognized characters.… Expand

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Minh18121999May 25, 2018

IMO,The Force Awakens was great,Rogue One was a big MEH,The Last Jedi was fine,and now we have Solo.I really went for this movie due to the bad buzz it had in the production,directors changes,tons of reshoots.So watching the film,i recognizedIMO,The Force Awakens was great,Rogue One was a big MEH,The Last Jedi was fine,and now we have Solo.I really went for this movie due to the bad buzz it had in the production,directors changes,tons of reshoots.So watching the film,i recognized that it suffered a lot from these problems.Not the cast,they are fine,Donald Glover was great as Lando,Alden Ehrenreich gave himself a lot with Solo,that being said,the pacing really sucks,i found the film tbh tedious,and tired.One of the things i felt itchy were the jokes felt so forced and wooden and how the film executed was really average,this was probably the vision Lord and Miller was going to,a adventure comedy,that's why when Ron Howard was placed,the tone of the film feels discombobulated,and awkward.The action scenes was exciting but it couldn't outweigh the mess this movie gave.Overall,this movie was really mediocre,as a adventure film,it is entertaining,but as a Star Wars film,this movie disappointed me a lot.… Expand

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JenkinsTheGreatMay 31, 2018

It was ok at best. The movie mainly filler (like the scene with the red "Gravity Well thing, which was the biggest example), and is extremely predictable (which is ironic, if you have seen the movie). You receive no attachment to, and almostIt was ok at best. The movie mainly filler (like the scene with the red "Gravity Well thing, which was the biggest example), and is extremely predictable (which is ironic, if you have seen the movie). You receive no attachment to, and almost no development from, the characters outside of the ones that appear later in Star Wars, leading to absolutely no urgency, knowing that everything is going to turn out fine. Any “Big Reveals” (yes there are multiple) have some convenient way out, or some character changes there mind suddenly, and then changes it back at a convenient time. This makes the reveal utterly pointless, since most of the time the problem/“urgency” is caused by this reveal. The movie relies on shock value from pointless, easily reversible reveals to give the audience the false sense of urgency that is also meaningless, since I have mentioned, the only danger is to characters you care nothing about. Then there is the many times they tried to pad the run time. Most of the movie can be summed up in 15 minutes without any of the pointless action sequences and references to earlier movies, like Han doing the Kessler run. (“You did the Kessler run in 15 Parsecs” says character in earlier movie. “TWELVE” says Han and nerds watching.) or meeting Chewbacca, which was an ok scene, which I THOUGHT (in that exact same scene) introduced me to characters that will stay with us for the rest of the movie (in the same one, they introduced 3 more.) only to have 1 of them be remotely important, although not by too much. All that develops about that one person is their opinion of Han, the main character and his allegiances. (Those allegiance changes, again, cause some urgency, but is erased once a convenient way out is revealed, only to change back 8 minutes later at another convenient time. This was the main example of that complaint.) Although, there were some good parts and other things this movie done right, but most of the great parts require heavy spoilers. But the visuals were great, and the humor people were complaining about from “the Last Jedi” has been died down, and is, frankly, pretty funny. Overall, I will still recommend seeing it if you like Star Wars movies, and if you liked the recent ones, (Mainly Last Jedi) you will like this quite a bit. You get to see the backstory of Han Solo, so it will be great for any hardcore, and most casual fans of the franchise. (And if you are one of those hardcore fans, you are likely going to see it anyway.) The movie would have worked to much more success if it wasn’t a prequel, since most of the urgency problems stem from it BEING a prequel. Rogue One (considered by a lot to be one of the greater recent Star Wars movies) handled this well, by introducing new characters and giving them important roles, which is what Solo did but had the lingering problem of being an origin story (which many seem to think is unjustified for Han, but I think he's important enough). And the plot, to be honest, could have been it’s own original movie, and the only big sci-fi scenes are mostly filler. This movie can be fixed by being its own original. Picture this: more modern, dystopian world, where airplane is the primary mode of transportation, where crime runs free, let by powerful organizations, and most of the world is run by an empire-like organization, and the main and one of the most expensive goods is fuel. Better yet, set it in an Earth void of natural resources. You can make the movie into something better, and taking the plot and mixing it with the setting I have presented, and you got yourself Solo, but better. This is not a review to stop you from watching, but to lower your expectations a tad if you don’t have them very low already.… Expand

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ThoresuNov 19, 2018

This is not Star Wars anymore. The actors aren't bad but the way the characters are portrait is wrong. The story is boring and serves no purpose

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AllysonMay 30, 2018

Excellent adventure with elements of western, assault and the brilliance of the first episodes of the saga. A movie with a heart!

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euuMay 28, 2018

Solo is, to me, the only half decent film that came out in the Disney era, but it still doesn't change the fact that it's a movie nobody wanted that does very little in improving the characters or the universe.

Solo: A Star Wars Story is theSolo is, to me, the only half decent film that came out in the Disney era, but it still doesn't change the fact that it's a movie nobody wanted that does very little in improving the characters or the universe.

Solo: A Star Wars Story is the story of a street wise rogue who goes into a job for selfish reasons only to then decide to fight the good fight on the side of the oppressed. Basically, Han's character arc in A New Hope. Nobody expects originality from Disney at this point, but even for them the plot of this movie is shameselly recycled. And the characters don't help either. I know it was a near imposible task to find an actor that could capture Harrisson Ford's wit and charisma but even Kathllen Kennedy and her Lucasfilm goons could have found a better lead than this talking buublehead with a balding pattern that they got to play Solo. And Lando is even worse because the writter's idea of portraying the cool and suave Lando is to make him a flamboiant creep who screws robots. And can we finally stop pretending Emilia Clarke can act? The only good thing about her performance is that she will probably have to get naked in GoT to save her career again. The only decent performance is Harrelson's, but even he lacks any chemistry with the main character.

There are good things about this movie though. The first Act is probably the best, showing some cool aliens, a short but sweet war scene, Han's friendship with Chewie and some nice characters that I wish could have stayed longer in the movie instead of being replaced with the **** characters. A lot of people complained about the feminist bull**** in the movie, and while that is true, I found it to not be as bad as in previous films. Sure, the #MeToo droid is annoying and you have the obligatory stronk brown female freedom fighter, but they are not that much in this movie and Han is still the hero of his story. Still, I would say avoid this movie. You are not missing umuch and maybe Disney will finnally fire Kennedy if this flops.… Expand

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LahaulMay 25, 2018

Solo is not the bad movie I expected. It is cool to see, but that's all: the plot is very classic and quite predictable, some scenes are really good (the train attack seen on trailers, the sabbac...). Sadly, it adds nothing to the huge StarSolo is not the bad movie I expected. It is cool to see, but that's all: the plot is very classic and quite predictable, some scenes are really good (the train attack seen on trailers, the sabbac...). Sadly, it adds nothing to the huge Star Wars Universe. The new characters are empty and already seen... Alden Ehrenreich portray a good Han, even if he seems not natural on certain scenes The music is classic.
In a nutshell, evreything is just classic: it's not a movie, just a product which fullfill its purposes. But some things are not forgiveable: - The origin of his name... (Seriously?) - One of the last scenes was just made to please the fans...
As a conclusion, Solo is a good bonus but it is too classic to be considered as a Star Was movie.… Expand

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he110meMay 25, 2018

A fun Saturday-morning cartoon.

I had low expectations for this movie, and it delivered almost exactly what I expected, but in the end I enjoyed it. The actors did a pretty good job, despite the big shoes they had to fill. Han Solo was aA fun Saturday-morning cartoon.

I had low expectations for this movie, and it delivered almost exactly what I expected, but in the end I enjoyed it. The actors did a pretty good job, despite the big shoes they had to fill. Han Solo was a character that was basically created by Harrison Ford, so finding an actor other than Ford to play Han Solo was a tall order. Alden Ehrenreich did a great job playing a Solo-esq character, but he failed to act exactly like the Han Solo we all know. Same goes for Donald Glover with Lando. That being said, Chewbacca was spot on. The rest of the cast also did a good job playing the original characters. The Effects were good, but not as good as the previous Disney Star Wars movies. There were moments where the CG was obvious, and there were certain scenes that were just plain hard to see due to it being so dark. The individual scenes weren't mind-boggling, but they weren't cringy either. The action bits were well choreographed, and the one-liners got a few chuckles from me.

As for the script, there were a few issues I had. This might be a bit silly, but Han Solo was almost as much of a Marty Sue in this film that Rey was a Mary Sue. There were a few scenes where he fails embarrassingly, but most of his decisions just seem to work out for him. His pilotling skills were epic, yet they never explain how he became such a good pilot beyond "he was a good pilot in the academy". He's also a good shot with a blaster, and quick on the draw, despite having grown up without a blaster and only receiving one on his first big heist. The other part I didn't like about the writing was the politics, though it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. There were a few winks and nods to the social justice crowd, but they were merely one-liners. I found L3 to actually be a funny character as a self-righteous egotistical jerk. Whether that was intentional or not is anyone's guess. If it wasn't for two seconds of choreography in a certain scene, you'd think that L3 saying Lando was in love with her was simply one her being delusional. Also, there's nothing in this movie that suggests Lando is into dudes, so whoever said Lando was pansexual was high. (if anything, he's just into sentient females. He's the same womanizer he presents himself as during his first appearance in Empire). Most of the political stuff surrounding this film comes from the writers mouthing off on twitter (example http://archive.is/AUQvk). If you ignore their bologna, the movie is much more enjoyable.… Expand

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dtlMay 28, 2018

This isn't a bad movie; it also isn't a good one. Its plot is uninspired, and its dialogue is just a little better than the prequels, while both the action and emotional scenes leave a lot to be desired, but it almost works. Almost. It seemsThis isn't a bad movie; it also isn't a good one. Its plot is uninspired, and its dialogue is just a little better than the prequels, while both the action and emotional scenes leave a lot to be desired, but it almost works. Almost. It seems like how I might imagine the result of someone doing a good job of trying to fix a terrible movie.

The acting was mostly iffy, especially for the actor playing Han, who entirely lacked Harrison Ford's charm, but the the actress playing the female lead Qi'ra (Emilia Clarke) was pretty great despite the material she was working with being no better than theirs. I suspect that a lot of the blame for how badly much of it was done is the fault of those behind the cameras, both directing and writing.

Honestly, I think that this movie was at the level you might see a fairly average Star Wars tv show be at if it did a three parter. I didn't dislike watching it, it just wasn't worth the price of admission.… Expand

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cottemannMay 29, 2018

This movie isn't the worst movie ever made.There is a solid heist movie buried under a lot of crap. Sadly its the crap that brings this movie down. The main actor never acts, looks, or feels like Han Solo so I dont see why he was cast. TheThis movie isn't the worst movie ever made.There is a solid heist movie buried under a lot of crap. Sadly its the crap that brings this movie down. The main actor never acts, looks, or feels like Han Solo so I dont see why he was cast. The rebellion is of course shoe horned in at the last minute which takes away from the good heist movie. There are plenty of jokes throughout the movie but the half filled theater I was in chuckled only once or twice. Overall its the same old story of where a studio takes a good story then tries to make it more important than it is. If you have a heist movie make a heist movie, dont try to make every little action important to the fate of the galaxy. It's a great movie to stream or rent from redbox but definitely not worth theater prices.… Expand

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titus619May 28, 2018

Cookie cutter cash grab for Star Wars fans. Overrated. Not the worse, but uninspired and clearly just a way to capitalize on the franchise. A one watch only worth no replay value.

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dharmaJun 30, 2018

Solo is currently the lowest grossing Star Wars flick. It is by no means a bad film. It is well made, despite its production difficulties. It has some great set pieces and good performances, mainly from some of its side characters. What itSolo is currently the lowest grossing Star Wars flick. It is by no means a bad film. It is well made, despite its production difficulties. It has some great set pieces and good performances, mainly from some of its side characters. What it doesn't have are surprises. Do you want to see how Han met Chewie? Check. Do you want to see the Kessel Run? Check. Do you want to see Han meeting Lando? Check. The list goes on and on. This along with the polarizing response to The Last Jedi leads to a disengaged audience that would prefer to see other Disney flicks such as Infinity War and The Incredibles 2.… Expand

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AxeTMay 31, 2018

This suffers from the same connect the dots checklist thinking and wink wink fan references that all Star Wars movies have been plagued by since 1983 with the new ones this decade under Disney worse than ever regarding and it makes the galaxyThis suffers from the same connect the dots checklist thinking and wink wink fan references that all Star Wars movies have been plagued by since 1983 with the new ones this decade under Disney worse than ever regarding and it makes the galaxy far, far away seem so very small. It also inherently mars our own imaginations of the origins of these iconic characters whereby dictating into concrete such it inevitably fails to live up to the previous hinted back story (as is of course the nature of prequels and sequels for that matter, but they can be worthy if the story is smart and called for as opposed to lazy short hand completeness). The lead actor is functional and not bad, but he's not a standout as Ford was and his performance is indeed just that in that it is mostly an impersonation instead of genuine acting. The movie drags due to the oh so typical formulaic boring non-stop action recipe that the supreme owners think most commercially apt in this day and age.

note: There seems to be a major chronological flaw (attributable to the silly connect the dots mindset) that even if later explained by some stupidity the incompetent chaperones at Lucasfilm should be held accountable for. Kasdan proves once and for all a hack as shown by his last three screenplay efforts compared to the one great one. Howard stepping in is proof the franchise has no directorial authorship whatsoever. And Kennedy who seems to have been chosen to run Lucasfilm purely because she is a likable able business woman and not for her lack of creative clout has got to be Lucas's last worst decision of all.… Expand

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MattBrady99Jun 3, 2018

“It's risky, but it's worth a try”.

‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ is a mix bag and feels unimportant. Nothing about it felt thrilling or exciting. Not to say it’s a bad movie, because it’s not. There is good things about it and surprisingly none“It's risky, but it's worth a try”.

‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ is a mix bag and feels unimportant. Nothing about it felt thrilling or exciting. Not to say it’s a bad movie, because it’s not. There is good things about it and surprisingly none of the re-shoots showed, it’s not visible like “Justice League”. Unfortunately, the flat jokes and an obvious cash grab for future franchises only left me cold. It adds nothing to the Star Wars universe, just exploring little things we were told about briefly in better movies. Nobody asked for it and yet here we are, so let's dive in.

I couldn't imagine the amount of pressure Alden Ehrenreich was facing. Talking on an iconic character played by the most iconic actor alive today. Must be a daunting task and the fan base didn't help either. His casting was met with a lot of negative reactions - I, however, always stood by Ehrenreich ever since he’s casting, after seeing his breakout performance in “Hail, Caesar!” gave me a little hope for the young Solo. I can safely say that he deserved a good performance and never felt like an impression of Harrison Ford. Portraying him more innocent and naive. Although, I can think of others actors who would've gotten the part and might have done it better. I must admit, there was plenty of times where I kept on forgetting he was Han Solo, but from what he had to work with, he did the best he could and I applaud him for that.

Donald Glover does a great job capturing the mannerisms and the voice of Lando Calrissian. You can tell he put a lot of effort into this role. Even trying to step into the shadow of Billy Dee Williams and he slips right in. While feeling like an impersonation at times, but makes every scene enjoyable to watch, no matter what. Comparing the two actors, you can see this younger version transforming into the older version of the character.

Emilia Clarke was fine. She’s certainly better here than any other movie or role outside from Game of Thrones. I didn't fully buy the chemistry between Emilia and Ehrenreich, and yet, that never took me out of the movie, as it wasn't prequel level bad. I must say, her character could go into an interesting route if Lucasfilm kept they promise of where she could go next from the set up. I’m interested to see where it goes.

The others cast members were also great. Thandie Newton and Jon Favreau, while having small screen time, but brought so much character into their roles that I wished both stuck around a little longer. Same thing with Paul Bettany, who could've been a fantastic villain if more development and screen time was put into his character. I mean, a space gangster with sag sounds amazing. Still, Bettany was excellent and was clearly fun with this role. I’m surprised not a lot of people are talking about Woody Harrelson, who’s great in everything and proven to have a wide range of incredible roles under his belt - Of course here, there’s no difference. Towards the end of the film, I didn't like where he’s character went, but I blame the writing on that, not the actor. What more is there to say about Woody, he’s never given a bad performance.

Ron Howard did the best he could, as a last minute replacement to fix all loose ends. The camera work during the action sequences were visually pleasing and very much his style of film making. Let's not forget the gorgeous cinematography and some fantastic set designs, creature, and droid designs.

Now for my issues with the film: Despite some nice looking shots, the dark color palette and how poorly lit this movie was really surprised me, because it didn't add anything to the story. Some may argue it adds to environment of the story, but to me just made it look worse. Every Time there was a reference, nod or wink from the original franchise it kinda felt, well…’forced’. I saw this almost a week ago and nothing super memorable stuck with me.

Oh and L3-37 is the absolute worst. The character itself is another sassy droid duplicating K-2SO from Rogue One. The difference here, she got on my nerves straight away. The droid rights sup plot kept pushing the main focus away from the actual story itself. Many have pointed out how she came across as a parody of SJW (Social Justice Warrior) and I can see the comparison. It's odd that Disney would do that, being all about diversity and equal rights would make a joke of this. Just replace L3 with Thandie Newton character and everything will be fine.

Overall Rating: “Solo: A Star Wars Story” is a mess saved by a great cast, great production designs, impressive action scenes, and characters (except for L3). I've heard different opinions for this movie - Both sides gave solid arguments and made me realize this movie has it’s fans. Again, not a bad movie, just a decent one.… Expand

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KeithDowJun 11, 2018

A first, I kept a running tally of all the things 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' did poorly. After a while, I figured it was just easier to keep track of anything 'Solo' happened to do well, and in the end there wasn't a whole lot to remember.

IA first, I kept a running tally of all the things 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' did poorly. After a while, I figured it was just easier to keep track of anything 'Solo' happened to do well, and in the end there wasn't a whole lot to remember.

I understand why Disney wants the Star Wars franchise to take on a darker, grittier tone. Just look at how well that worked out for Nolan's Batman franchise. But just making a film's visual aesthetic literally dark--or perhaps a better adjective in this case would be drab--does not somehow automatically make it gritty. I'll also never understand why nobody involved with the film insisted that Alden Ehrenreich, a talented actor who plays a young Han Solo, take on any of Harrison Ford's signature affectations. Compare this to Donald Glover, who is instantly recognizable as a young Lando Calrissian, and the decision becomes even more maddening. The result is that for over two hours it feels like we're just watching some newcomer to the Star Wars universe do some vaguely Star Wars-like things to impotent effect.… Expand

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mixoticJun 8, 2018

I thought this was a fun movie. It's an adventure that exposes some additional info about the galaxy and one of our favorite characters. A lot of people seem to think it's a m movie that doesn't need to exist, and tells stories that no oneI thought this was a fun movie. It's an adventure that exposes some additional info about the galaxy and one of our favorite characters. A lot of people seem to think it's a m movie that doesn't need to exist, and tells stories that no one needed to hear. If that's how you feel, do see it! No jedi, no mention of the force. Just a glimpse into how the scum and villains of the galaxy go about their business. It has some great funny moments, and is solidly entertaining. Is it perfect, or the best Star Wars movie ever made? No, of course not. And there are some cringeworthy scenes (how Han got his name? C'mon), but overall it's just wild ride through worlds we've never seen, with some interesting new characters. And I can't wait to learn more about Lando!… Expand

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DiZioMay 30, 2018

PROS: Acting was better than expected. Good attention to detail in the sets, effects, score and sound design. Story didn't focus on rebels & empire. CONS: Plot was clichéd, safe & predictable. Poor pacing. New revelations and answers oftenPROS: Acting was better than expected. Good attention to detail in the sets, effects, score and sound design. Story didn't focus on rebels & empire. CONS: Plot was clichéd, safe & predictable. Poor pacing. New revelations and answers often cheapened the characters and events mentioned in original films (origin of the name SOLO for example). Lighting was too often dark and murky. Felt like an expensive, forgettable fan film. 4/10… Expand

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VDSSep 20, 2018

If you want to enjoy this film, I suggest you approach it from the point of view that the main character is not Han Solo. Chewbacca is Chewbacca, the storm troopers are storm troopers, and the Millennium Falcon is the Millennium Falcon. ButIf you want to enjoy this film, I suggest you approach it from the point of view that the main character is not Han Solo. Chewbacca is Chewbacca, the storm troopers are storm troopers, and the Millennium Falcon is the Millennium Falcon. But Han is not in any way shape or form a younger version of the character played by Harrison Ford. Keep that little caveat in mind and you’ll be all right.

It’s also a game of two halves. I’m not sure at which point it tipped over, but by the end I felt like I wasn’t watching a picture painted by the same person(s) who’d been holding the brush at the beginning.

Having said that, I thoroughly enjoyed it. And without a doubt it’s a much better film than The Last Jedi, which does not hold up to repeated viewings. It’s on a par with Rogue One but not quite on the same level as The Force Awakens. Keeping in mind my earlier advice, I enjoyed Alden Ehrenreich’s performance. He carried the film well. I liked him, I didn’t want him to die and I was sorry when the end credits rolled. Supporting players - Woody Harrelson was ok, but Paul Bettany (thanks to the script) was a villain by numbers. Emilia Clarke was neither here nor there, and Donald Glover suffered from the ‘not Han’ syndrome in his portrayal of Lando.

The story moved along in logical steps, I guess. Though I couldn’t tell you what the plot actually involved, other than mumbo-jumbo about expensive blue fuel type stuff, and people owing other people lots of money.

But don’t be swayed by the critics. This is a much better film than has been suggested by people who are supposed to know a lot more about film than you and me. See it for what it is and you’ll enjoy it, and you won’t miss Jedi, or destinies, or light sabres etc.… Expand

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Patrick94Sep 29, 2018

This is without a doubt the best Star Wars film of the 21st century. TBH that's not exactly saying much, seeing as from Episode 1 onwards we've been fed utter rubbish. I don't understand how people are giving this bad, or average reviews.This is without a doubt the best Star Wars film of the 21st century. TBH that's not exactly saying much, seeing as from Episode 1 onwards we've been fed utter rubbish. I don't understand how people are giving this bad, or average reviews. It's so much better than I expected, which is way more than can be said for every single piece of crap Star Wars movie that's released since 1999. Likeable characters, an interesting plot, a good balance between character/plot development and action scenes. When last did we see any of this in a Star Wars movie? I'll tell you: 1983.… Expand

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ozymandias79Sep 10, 2018

Solo isn't bad as long as you don't try to believe Alden Ehrenreich is Han Solo. Some of the character motivations were sketchy, like when the SJW bot is shot to pieces and Lando cries about it. Dude, get a new bot. And when Thandie Newton'sSolo isn't bad as long as you don't try to believe Alden Ehrenreich is Han Solo. Some of the character motivations were sketchy, like when the SJW bot is shot to pieces and Lando cries about it. Dude, get a new bot. And when Thandie Newton's character throws her life away. Why? Its another forgettable "Star Wars" spin-off movie that seem to be getting worse. Glad I didn't pay money to see this at the cinema. These movies are approaching Direct-to-video quality.… Expand

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Steven1981Mar 19, 2020

Never been a Star Wars fan and I don't like any Star Wars film, however the original ones with Darth Vader were good and made well.. I watched Solo: A Star Wars Story in cinemas and it's possibly one of the worst if not worst Star Wars filmsNever been a Star Wars fan and I don't like any Star Wars film, however the original ones with Darth Vader were good and made well.. I watched Solo: A Star Wars Story in cinemas and it's possibly one of the worst if not worst Star Wars films I've ever seen in my life. The acting was okay but nothing spectacular and all the decent characters from the original films are faded out and we only have Chewbacca from the original films and maybe the odd stormtrooper if your lucky. Most of the characters are horrible and unlikeable, some maybe likeable, the villains suck and the action wasn't that great or could have been so much better. Truly awful movie.… Expand

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gazzeberMay 28, 2018

This was a decent entry to the star wars series. Giving Han Solo, one of the franchise's most popular and important characters, his own film was to be expected. The only problem is that it was hard for me to care about most of the otherThis was a decent entry to the star wars series. Giving Han Solo, one of the franchise's most popular and important characters, his own film was to be expected. The only problem is that it was hard for me to care about most of the other characters in the film. I knew that they were just "throw-away" characters but their importance was so minimal that I ended up forgetting names after their deaths and/or the films ending. I figure t was to keep the focus, obviously, on Han Solo and the small group that he worked with. Alden Ehrenreich had big shoes to fill but, I didn't worry about how well he did compared to Harrison Ford. I knew that this was a younger, less experienced Han Solo and that's what I got from him. Other performances from Woody Harrelson, Donald Glover, Emilia Clarke and even Chewie were solid. I would say that overall this film was just average at best. Maybe we don't need a Star Wars film every year or maybe we just need to make them more interesting.… Expand

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hepwaMay 28, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILERS AHEAD

Mile high expectations collide with a troubled production and a muddled story to create the least engaging of the modern day Star Wars movies. Not that it is without its charms, but this is the first time I can ever recall shifting in my seat during a Star Wars movie, wondering if there was much more to go. Star Wars must not ever, ever be boring.

Alden Ehrenreich is an actor I've liked for quite some time (I wonder how many fan boys saw his 'sit up and take notice' film "Tetro") but as charming as he is, I never thought of him as more than one of those costume rental website models wearing the "Han Solo".

On the other hand, there's man of the moment, Donald Glover, underused but highly entertaining as Lando Calrissian. I loved his relationship with the de rigeur talking robot sidekick/translator/love interest(!?!).

The producers came perilously close to making him look like a fool (the cape thing, the memoirs) and I actually thought they could have used him to better effect. The gambling for control of the Millenium Falcon carried no intrigue because we all know what the outcome is going to be, so I think a bit more thought could have been given to that.

Full disclosure, I've never watched "Game Of Thrones", so I only know Emilia Clarke as that blonde actor with the dragons on all the HBO ads. She was just fine as Han's first love interest turned Darth Maul moll. And Paul Bettany, so bland in the Avengers films, is slightly better as the pirate king or whatever he was supposed to be. His knives were cool.

One thing that really worked for me was the introduction of Chewbacca and how he and Solo came to be friends (fun fact: when you type Chewbacca and right click to auto-correct, the suggestion is "Backache").

And then there's Woody Harrelson, already one of my least favorite actors. I don't know what it is about his lazy, slurred-speech and generally smug performances, but he always takes me out of a movie, but that's a personal thing. I suppose he was fine. But I would have swapped out him for Thandie Newton's character in a heartbeat (and it might have elevated the film even further, but Woody is a star).

The birth of the rebellion subplot had all the emotional resonance of an Ancestry.com commercial, so I had trouble getting too engaged in that.

But here's what did work for me: the effects were quite good and some of the action sequences were terrific (especially the train robbery). And I honestly shuddered when the Imperial blockade appeared in the the swirling vortex thing during their escape from the hyperspeed slave planet.

Anyway, I'll probably watch it again. Maybe we're just being pummeled with too many 'event movies' these days. "Infinity War" already seems so long ago and "Black Panther" is available in the classics section on Shaw on Demand, isn't it?… Expand

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NoobinatorJun 11, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Han shot first :D

Also the Imperial March plays as the backing track to an in-universe stormtrooper recruitment ad.

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Honest-YanJul 10, 2018

This movie had the odds stacked against it from the start, seeing as it does not star Harrison Ford. That said, considering this is a movie no fan wanted and everyone thought was gong to be trash, I was pleasantly surprised. I walked into theThis movie had the odds stacked against it from the start, seeing as it does not star Harrison Ford. That said, considering this is a movie no fan wanted and everyone thought was gong to be trash, I was pleasantly surprised. I walked into the theater with low expectations and found myself entertained. If you are the kind of person who will be upset by the fact that this movie treads on the original movie character's toes and kind of undermines the message of the original trilogy in rather minor ways, then maybe you should avoid this one. For me, I understand that this is a cash grab from Disney trying to milk an old franchise and this is clearly not a passion project from fans of Han Solo. The movie falls into some of the same pitfalls of the newer movies by allowing sociopolitical commentary to interfere with the escapism in a jarring way. The impact of the social politics is minor and this doesn't dominate the entire film, just one or two scenes. That said, as a Sci-fi heist movie, this is a good film, as an exploration of a beloved movie character from your childhood, it isn't great. If you are open minded enough to watch this movie without being upset by the irreverent treatment of the source material, there is fun to be found in watching this movie.… Expand

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thedaywalkerMay 25, 2018

This movie is neither good or bad. It takes advantage of the good cast it has with good acting and good dialogue, at times. The relationships make sense, and the chemistry between actors were good.

The start of the movie was really slow,This movie is neither good or bad. It takes advantage of the good cast it has with good acting and good dialogue, at times. The relationships make sense, and the chemistry between actors were good.

The start of the movie was really slow, they needed a lot of action to try and pace up the story, action that in the start wasn't well crafted. Sometimes the camera work seemed a bit shaky, and the movie lacked real meaningful stakes, the "main villain" was weak as a character.

The final act was good, that's the part i enjoyed the most, with everyone doubling crossing everyone, showing the real point of the Han Solo character and where the movie was taking it… Expand

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theflsMay 29, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I guess this is the direction Star Wars is taking now. Nothing of relevance was added in this movie.… Expand

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DubeauMay 26, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solo is kind of a mix bag. Great acting overall, but the best outlaw characters dies too soon. The story is there but it lacks punchy humour lines. Most of them are formulation and falls flat. The action is very unequal. Some are very good, some have just bad angles and timing. The colouring filters in the first half of the movie is very bad and effectively kills the 3D effect for half the movie. Lack of contrast and colours are problems in this movie. Characters aren't always well exploited, although Woody and Donald do carry the movie because theirs lines are the best. The movie seems to pick up in the middle when you encounter Quira again. From there it's more a good scifi movie with a real goal. More focus. I like the appearance of the real villains in the end. And in my view, I think the movie should have involved Him from the starts. I think also that one of problem of this movie, is that there is no blood, no grits. It's hard to take a movie with war, crimes, villains...seriously when it tries to manage sensibilities for the rating system. I give it a 62%. Not bad, but you feel this movie was in a bad shape at one point and it shows. Second watch opinion: The music wasn't that good until the Kessel point. In fact the film really starts with that mission. The color filters and lighting are very poor in this movie, hiding so many details instead of revealing them. The real villain of Crimson Dawn should have been there from the start. The actors were more then fine but their acting and charisma were badly displayed on screen.… Expand

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benskylerhillMay 29, 2018

Given all the production problems it faced, Solo: A Star Wars Story is about as good as one could expect it to be. It’s most definitely very flawed, but it’s a suitably fun summer adventure that will satisfy hardcore Star Wars fans.

At it’sGiven all the production problems it faced, Solo: A Star Wars Story is about as good as one could expect it to be. It’s most definitely very flawed, but it’s a suitably fun summer adventure that will satisfy hardcore Star Wars fans.

At it’s core, Solo is just a run-of-the-mill Western/heist movie. Take away the Star Wars aspects to it, and there’s really nothing outstanding or unique about the plot or characters. The story struggles to get off the ground for the first two-thirds or so due to some odd pacing, iffy editing choices, and poorly-written dialogue. These problems persist throughout the entire movie, but the third act makes up for them as it finally gets around to developing the characters. It ends on a high note, but it sure takes what seems like an eternity to get to that point.

The film is near-perfect when it comes to CGI, but the difficulties faced in production become very apparent early on. It’s obvious that Solo was directed by multiple people at different times as some scenes are shot very smoothly and others cut back and forth in a very choppy manner. It’s jarring, and it’s not helped by the fact that the tone of the film is just as uneven as the visual style, often jumping back and forth from serious character building moment to awkward attempts at humour that just don’t work.

The performances are all fine, but nobody stands out as being memorable or noteworthy and, as mentioned before, the characters are all severely underdeveloped until the final act.

All flaws aside, I wouldn’t dare call Solo a bad film. It’s still quite a competently-made movie with more than sufficient talent visible from everyone who took part in its production (with the exception of the screenwriters). It’s conclusion is more than exciting and compelling enough to make it worth watching, even if it is slightly forgettable in the end.

Story: 6
Acting: 7.5
Script: 4.5
Visuals/Sound: 7
Entertainment Value: 7

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thefilmfascistJun 1, 2018

Let's get this straight, Solo: A Star Wars Story is not a bad movie. It's not a terrible mess of a film with an unfit lead, and a plot with an incoherent vision. It's just not a GREAT movie. The movie's okay, it has some moments that are funLet's get this straight, Solo: A Star Wars Story is not a bad movie. It's not a terrible mess of a film with an unfit lead, and a plot with an incoherent vision. It's just not a GREAT movie. The movie's okay, it has some moments that are fun and entertaining, and it also has some moments that are slow and boring(particularly a big chunk of the second act). I found the movie lacking action and excitement, and the action sequences that were included were lackluster. Although, there is one scene on the film toward the end of the first act that I thought was executed perfectly. Alden Ehrenreich is surprisingly a really convincing young Han Solo. He brings a lot of energy to the film and really makes you believe that he is a young Harrison Ford. Donald Glover does a good Billy De Williams impression, but I really felt he was holding back in his performance. The rest of the cast was okay, I couldn't really care less about them. Other than a few references and nods to the future, nothing really happens in this film(Sidenote: This film completely ruined the Kessel Run for me). toward the end of the film there are some setups and reveals that suggest a sequel is on the way, but by looking at the current box office numbers I doubt that's going to happen. Overall, Solo: A Star Wars Story is an okay film, it's not as bad as you think, but you're not missing out on anything.… Expand

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MrMovieBuffJul 3, 2018

It's hard to talk about 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' without addressing the controversial production drama that surrounded it. But, when a movie ends up being the way "Solo" is, you can't help but feel that something went wrong behind theIt's hard to talk about 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' without addressing the controversial production drama that surrounded it. But, when a movie ends up being the way "Solo" is, you can't help but feel that something went wrong behind the scenes. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller ('21 Jump Street' and 'The LEGO Movie') were originally set to direct this film, and have so for five months, then they were thrown off the project even though they shot pretty much the majority of the film. Ron Howard ('Apollo 13' and 'A Beautiful Mind') steps in very late into the game and manages to shoot, edit and finalize the movie all while Disney refuses to push back the release date to the typical December time slot that we saw the other three 'Star Wars' films being released to. What is the result? A pretty fun, but forgettable 'Star Wars' adventure that doesn't hold a single memorable scene, quote, or supporting character. It's not "bad", so to say, but, given this franchise's attempt to make things right, this could have been better. Alden Ehrenreich ('Hail, Caesar!') takes on the iconic role of a younger Han Solo after Harrison Ford. We see his rebellious and cocky beginnings, and his first love with a girl named Qi'Ra (Emilia Clarke), but they end up getting separated on Corellia, and a distressed Han is motivated to try and come back for her. He goes on many missions where we see him as a soldier, underneath the command of Tobias Beckett (Woody Harrelson) who puts Han through many tests. Han also meets a Wookiee who we all know is Chewbacca (Joonas Suotamo) and they learn to team-up with each other as the duo we know and love from the original trilogy. Later on, Han also meets a charming gambler, Lando Calrissian (a spot-on performance by Donald Glover), and they have their differences, but learn to get along as Han is introduced to the iconic Millennium Falcon. All of these characters end up going on some wild adventures, but for some reason, this adventure isn't as good as the recent ones we saw. Not as heart-pounding or fun like in 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' (2015), or tense and gritty like 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story' (2016), or visually amazing like in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' (2017). Much like in other mainstream Hollywood blockbusters we see today, I never once felt that these characters were in danger, just like how I felt when I saw 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' (2017). The stakes are never raised in the way you'd want them to. It's not fair that other film critics are saying that this movie "adds nothing new" to the 'Star Wars' franchise, as it is about the young days of an iconic character from the original trilogy. It should have at least been fun and memorable, but for some reason, the whole movie felt very telegraphed. The love-interest character, Qi'Ra, is also very bland. Despite Clarke's committed performance, there is nothing interesting about her, nor is there anything interesting about the chemistry she has with Han. The reason Han's relationship with Leia worked was because of their constant personality clashes and quirky humor which backed it up. Here, Han and Qi'Ra are a very stale and routine movie couple. The cast do an admirable job to make this movie work, but the screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan (who also wrote; "The Empire Strikes Back", "Return of the Jedi" and "The Force Awakens") and his son, Jonathan Kasdan, could have done with a bit more spice and spontaneity. This is not a bad 'Star Wars' movie (that title still belongs to "Attack of the Clones"), but, as I said before, it's rather forgettable.… Expand

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MonitorheadJun 6, 2018

For kids around seven years this is fine movie. For people who grew up with the old Star Wars it's a decent but actually a boring one, despite all the great effort of the cast and effects. Lando was a highlight, Alden was really not as bad asFor kids around seven years this is fine movie. For people who grew up with the old Star Wars it's a decent but actually a boring one, despite all the great effort of the cast and effects. Lando was a highlight, Alden was really not as bad as I suspected. It's brave trying to compete with Ford. But the movie feels like one in a attraction park; it's predictable, repeating stuff you already knew and not so emotionally challenging. I'm surprised the script was from Kasdan, it missed spark. It's just really too much fan serviced. Also not a great soundtrack; wanting people to be constantly excited at moments nothing happened... disturbed me a lot, a bit like Pirates of the Caribbean. For Netflix this movie would an ok fit. Don't expect anything, maybe you will enjoy it a bit. A 6 for all the immense effort.… Expand

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bfoore90Jun 1, 2018

It's not completely pointless or needless but it was dull, very dull. It does do some cool things with the character, as a fan I can see some routes they could go in terms of sequels and whatnot but as far as this movie goes, it could haveIt's not completely pointless or needless but it was dull, very dull. It does do some cool things with the character, as a fan I can see some routes they could go in terms of sequels and whatnot but as far as this movie goes, it could have been alot better.… Expand

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wpngJun 1, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I went to see solo I did'nt expect much but a came out of the theater shocked and happy. Shocked because of that ending, and happy because I wasn't bad. To bring Darth Maul back into the movies again was a wonderful decision, a decision I did not expect. To have Qira turn against Han was also a great move. When Han kills Beckett you can tell that he is slowly turning into the Han Solo we all know and love. The casting choices did end up good. Enfys Nest was for me a disappointment. She was so cool and badass until she took that mask off, And underneath is a child. The time area that Solo takes place in is awesome, It's a lawless time. In fact, I wanted a little bit more of that. This is an overall good movie.… Expand

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NezharJun 3, 2018

My impressions on it: Just average. An action film that follows part of Han's past. The movie has a good pacing, good special and practical effects, an annoying leet robot with no real significance other than being the political correct nodMy impressions on it: Just average. An action film that follows part of Han's past. The movie has a good pacing, good special and practical effects, an annoying leet robot with no real significance other than being the political correct nod to identitarian politics, another strong female character portrayed by Emilia Clarke, a pretty forgettable portrayal of Han by Alden Ehrenreich which sometimes works and sometimes just... nope. Donald Glover works as Lando Calrissian but it's just a minor character in the plot... and likes robots, sexually. It's a mediocre movie where for every win there is a lose and pretty bland and not a great continuation of Star Wars' s legacy coming from the controversial Episode VIII.

If you didn't like episode VIII don't bother, if you have nothing to do and have too much money this may be worth a shot. It's fun but ultimately forgettable.… Expand

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RobCJamesonJun 9, 2018

Although it may have it's fair share of moments, and some terrific charms from the cast, it doesn't add anything new from the universe.

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AFriendlyManJul 3, 2018

Ok... The movie is almost ok... But why Disney decided, that Star Wars should be retrofuturistic movie. For what those trash planets and rust everywhere... The war between Empire and Rebels are showed to us like it's World War 1... I don'tOk... The movie is almost ok... But why Disney decided, that Star Wars should be retrofuturistic movie. For what those trash planets and rust everywhere... The war between Empire and Rebels are showed to us like it's World War 1... I don't know... Anoying me =(… Expand

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rswitzJun 3, 2018

Although its high ambitions can't save it from ultimately coming off as a generic sci-fi cash-grab, "Solo: A Star Wars Story" expands greatly upon the lore of the franchise, even if it lacks the magic of the original trilogy.

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JamppaAug 1, 2018

Comparing to Rogue One, this spin-off was more of a success. Still, i don't think the story was good enough to give it more than a 7 (There wasn't enough drama and so forth). All special effect stuff and editing 10/10.

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OwenMansellMay 30, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This adaptation on the early years of Han solo is a very mediocre take on the character with some unanswered questions. The surprise appearance of Darth maul and Han Solo's so called girlfriend Kira taking Dryden Vos's place at the end of the movie only raises more questions that cant be answered as there isn't going to be a sequel.… Expand

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XishnikJan 15, 2019

8/10. A solid star wars movie that doesn't follow the cliche tropes that the 'recent' movies have followed. It plays out some new and familiar characters in ways that put them in a fresh light.... The movie takes you to many intriguing and8/10. A solid star wars movie that doesn't follow the cliche tropes that the 'recent' movies have followed. It plays out some new and familiar characters in ways that put them in a fresh light.... The movie takes you to many intriguing and well displayed places in the starwars universe, and builds the world without feeling boring or trite like *cough cough* some other star wars movies. The characters are written a tad bit off from the originals, but in such a way as to still do them justice as they are younger and possibly have a slightly different personality that isn't as chizeled as in the original trilogy (which i quite liked). Great CGI, great cinematography, great direction, and overall tremendous improvement in terms of general viewing experience. I finally didn't find myself sighing after every scene, nor did i get bored, or feel underwhelmed by the execution of the acting. I would watch this movie over any of the core star wars movies in the recent trilogy. I really don't see why half the people don't like it.... The robot was a tad bit out their..... but honestly.... It wasn't nearly as bad as people are making it out to be... It's just a slightly more eccentric character than C3PO.... Really don't understand the hate... people just want to hate on everything starwars... which i completely understand... but i was thoroughly surprised to find that the movie was above my expectations.… Expand

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CrusaderDec 22, 2019

This is Star Wars as it's supposed to be! After the horrible The Last Jedi I had lost hope for Star Wars but this movie restored it. It was like watching a missing part of the original trilogy. I felt home! So in a way, this movie should haveThis is Star Wars as it's supposed to be! After the horrible The Last Jedi I had lost hope for Star Wars but this movie restored it. It was like watching a missing part of the original trilogy. I felt home! So in a way, this movie should have been named "The New Hope".… Expand

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bannjaxxOct 1, 2018

Last Jedi was terrible so I didn't even go see this in the cinema - but having watched it on TV just now - I really wish I had - great plot, great special effects, the main cast are all spot-on - it just works really well - in my opinion theLast Jedi was terrible so I didn't even go see this in the cinema - but having watched it on TV just now - I really wish I had - great plot, great special effects, the main cast are all spot-on - it just works really well - in my opinion the best of the "new" "new" Star Wars films - 8 out of 10… Expand

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AtyzerApr 18, 2020

It's not better than Rogue one, but it is definitely better than all other new movies. The movie was put together by misfits with a perfect casting, good music score, great pacing, and incredible editing. I missed the movie in the cinema, butIt's not better than Rogue one, but it is definitely better than all other new movies. The movie was put together by misfits with a perfect casting, good music score, great pacing, and incredible editing. I missed the movie in the cinema, but it was a complete blast to watch it at home. Probably the best home experience star wars which I had since childhood. Try it and you will not regret it.

P.S.: I had very low expectations from casting for Han, but after 20 minutes Alden Ehrenreich hit his role better than I would possibly expect.… Expand

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JazGalaxyDec 26, 2018

Solo is what happens when talented professionals band together to bring mediocre and misguided ideas into reality. It can't possibly be bad because there is too much talent. But it never had a shot at being good because it was never on theSolo is what happens when talented professionals band together to bring mediocre and misguided ideas into reality. It can't possibly be bad because there is too much talent. But it never had a shot at being good because it was never on the table to begin with.… Expand

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mrmonsterOct 13, 2018

I have to say, this is a lot better than I thought it would be. Was it perfect? No. Will I remember this movie a year from now? Probably not. Did it change the way I view Star Wars in any significant way? Definitely not. But was it 2 hours ofI have to say, this is a lot better than I thought it would be. Was it perfect? No. Will I remember this movie a year from now? Probably not. Did it change the way I view Star Wars in any significant way? Definitely not. But was it 2 hours of my life well spent? Absolutely it was. I'm glad I didn't pay full price to see it in theaters, but as a $2 rental, I'm glad I watched it.… Expand

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3ebfan511Jul 13, 2019

This is the most fun I had watching a Star Wars movie, since probably when I was a kid. Many people complaining seem to be stuck in nostalgia and expect every star wars movie ever, to look and feel exactly like the originals in every way. IThis is the most fun I had watching a Star Wars movie, since probably when I was a kid. Many people complaining seem to be stuck in nostalgia and expect every star wars movie ever, to look and feel exactly like the originals in every way. I like the new ones, but they also are a bit formulaic and somewhat boring even at times. (I fell asleep during Rogue One). This film is very creative and reminded me of the imagination and joy of watching the original star wars movies, more so than really any star wars film since. The recent ones all have a kind of heaviness to them, which is great for story and drama, and I like them as well, but this film is more joyous, creative, and more fun to me. If you like Star Wars at all, you should definitely see the movie, and see what you think as...the "poor" reviews made me wait this long and I don't even know what such people are looking at. Its a really enjoyable Star Wars films, and one of my favorite's of all time.… Expand

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Voodoo123Oct 1, 2018

A film that made me feel 10 years old again. I had a lot more fun watching Solo than I ever expected, like rogue one it fills in the gaps of who-did-what between the SW episodes III-IV. Great cast and direction with interesting focus on theA film that made me feel 10 years old again. I had a lot more fun watching Solo than I ever expected, like rogue one it fills in the gaps of who-did-what between the SW episodes III-IV. Great cast and direction with interesting focus on the use of puppets to keep it 'in universe'. Solo is miles ahead of Last Jedi in the 'classic star wars vibes' category.… Expand

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RalfbergsDec 18, 2019

Maybe not the best movie etc but I still found it quite good, interesting to watch and certainly a nice movie that is interesting throughout

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PipeCAug 1, 2018

This Western, noir and heist sci-fi motion picture directed by three hardly harmonizable filmmakers seems to have what is necessary, but not enough. Undoubtedly, the first, second and part of the third act were formally flat,This Western, noir and heist sci-fi motion picture directed by three hardly harmonizable filmmakers seems to have what is necessary, but not enough. Undoubtedly, the first, second and part of the third act were formally flat, uninteresting, lacking the charm and dynamic wit that one would expect in a great idea like this, nevertheless, the last fifteen minutes are the wonder, is why you paid your ticket, they are, personally, what the whole movie must have been. The thrilling final minutes where all the characters are pretending, the necessary surprise factor, that deceitful and malicious air, powerful pictures, engaging performances, an overwhelming soundtrack and a true Han Solo made up a full-of-personality ending.

Alden Ehrenreich is not the Han Solo we expected. It's true that the actor doesn't have much from where he can hold on tightly to "create" his character, actually, instead of getting under his skin, he seems to perform a well-intentioned but failed tribute to the attractant blackmailer played by Ford, a nice representation on a mold of the character, even though it exceeds him in size. On the other side of the coin, Glover nails it as cheat gambler Lando Calrissian, the personality and feeling that the rapper, actor, screenwriter and a long etcetera gives another of the most emblematic men of the saga are fascinating; unlike Ehrenreich, his interpretation isn't a tribute or a personal adaptation, he's the same character, we see him in his actions, the confidence of his eyes and his glamorous attitude, it's not for nothing that they're cooking up the idea of the first Star Wars film starring a black person, a truly unexpected move. Suotamo's Chewbacca doesn't get a meritorious development since, although he establishes the emergence of his unwavering friendship with Han and shows more Wookiees, his guttural actions don't end up being a source of humor or nostalgia, he's a relegated Chewie; yes, back then, he has had to endure hard slavery for a long time - considering him as a beast - but he never gets the tools to shine as others. Exclusive are those who have the power and experience to judge the cinematography of a seasoned, Oscar-nominated Bradford Young. It's true that there aren't many vivid colors in the frames and sometimes it can be cumbersome to try to understand what's happening on screen because of the palette of opaque, ochre and gray tones, but Young angles to explore new fields with new techniques in order to give a defined personality to a story that gets stuck or, rather, entangled; they say the problems with their work are attributed to a poor calibration of the projectors in the theaters, unable to show in full splendor the high-intensity, low-brightness visuals required by the film. Just like the script, the action sequences and in general the development scenes of the first, second and a large part of the third act, the pictures aren't as aggressively magnetic and engaging as those of "The Last Jedi" or "Rogue One," however, it throws one memorable pic after another along the last fifteen minutes, specifically purposeful angles, dark but perfectly contrasted frames and camera movements able to revive hope. Again, that shows what we expected from this film. Anyway, it's worthwhile to delight our senses and try to find the purpose of the "Arrival" cinematographer with his most commercial release. From my point of view, thank you for a shot etched in my memory by its hurtful beauty, starring Clarke, looking through a fence of pain and illuminated in the eyes by a love that shines from afar. Such happens to the score composed and adapted by John Powell, who leaves much to be desired trying to reach the sound potential of the situations, only showing in those last moments raucously sensory compositions. This is the very first time the twice Oscar-winner editor Pietro Scalia works for Star Wars and although he understands well enough how to play and control the spectator's emotions with films as "Alien: Covenant" or "The Martian" both by Ridley Scott, the final footage, the troubled final footage lacks vividness, spark and emotion even in the seemingly more entertaining sequences. "Solo: A Star Wars Story" directed by Ron Howard - and we all know that Phil Lord and Christopher Miller as well - is the most labile, uneven and controversial entry within the cinematic Star Wars canon all in all. It's short of narrative stunning and direction, an interpretation worthy of the title role, visual and sonorous magnificence, a suitable and personalized tone; this movie needs all this to offer more than a mere heist story to Solo. The dreams and desires of Warsies are condensed in about fifteen minutes, which although they don't manage to be a lift in the face of more than two hours of this irregular space Western, get the hope alive as for the huge potential of the controversial spin-offs of the science fiction franchise by which current science is known.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoOct 7, 2018

"Solo: A Star Wars Story" was a good movie, although a bit slow to what the Star Wars rhythm had us used to, the performances were good, and the special effects and photography were great for their time.

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MagMachinaApr 20, 2019

I messed around with my brightness settings on my TV, but it didnt help. This film is sooo dark you dont see anything. Overall the film was average, in story, acting and action. Guess i am just happy it did turned out to be a disaster likeI messed around with my brightness settings on my TV, but it didnt help. This film is sooo dark you dont see anything. Overall the film was average, in story, acting and action. Guess i am just happy it did turned out to be a disaster like Ep.7 & 8. Give Solo a try but better dont expect much.… Expand

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JPKJun 13, 2019

Not Perfect, But Decent
Solo may not be as good as the previous 3 Disney Star Wars movies (I apologise if I p*ssed anyone off by saying that), Solo is still a decent, if unnecessary prequel about Han Solo.

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antinaNov 20, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 6.2 ... bloody hell, you deserve all the crap that hollywood throw to you. And you deserve all the dumb prequels and the horrid sequels. This movie is nice, funny and well made. And, above all, is Star Wars.… Expand

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MallRat15Oct 1, 2018

Was actually quite better than expected. After reading many reviews I wasn't to excited to watch this movie but glad I finally decided too. Like it better than The Last Jedi and is one of the more action packed movies of the franchise. TheWas actually quite better than expected. After reading many reviews I wasn't to excited to watch this movie but glad I finally decided too. Like it better than The Last Jedi and is one of the more action packed movies of the franchise. The ending is a bit of a disappointment and needed more explanation but the movie as a whole was much better than anticipated.… Expand

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Daniel_EndureFeb 17, 2019

One of the finest action/adventure movies to ever hit the silver screen. Alden Ehrenreich outdoes Harrison Ford as Han Solo while the rest of the cast shines bright. A perfect soundtrack and great set-piece moments make this the best StarOne of the finest action/adventure movies to ever hit the silver screen. Alden Ehrenreich outdoes Harrison Ford as Han Solo while the rest of the cast shines bright. A perfect soundtrack and great set-piece moments make this the best Star Wars movie ever made. Plus, there's more Chewbacca than ever before.… Expand

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LegendaryLassDec 14, 2018

A bloated and wholly unnecessary story, think Rogue One's needless fan-pandering but with a dumber, duller story.

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sgtfalconJan 12, 2019

Okay film. It had some good action; but, failed to deliver the roller coast adventure of the original Star Wars movies. The acting was good; but, the writing was very weak. I read several Star Wars novels and none seem to match up with theOkay film. It had some good action; but, failed to deliver the roller coast adventure of the original Star Wars movies. The acting was good; but, the writing was very weak. I read several Star Wars novels and none seem to match up with the original biography of the Han Solo character. Disney/Lucas Film have failed this franchise.… Expand

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rwbronsonJan 18, 2019

The Kessel Run

Solo: A Star Wars Story (80/100) Introducing Chewie Score(10/10) Introducing the Millenium Falcon Score(10/10) Tie Fighters in the Maelstrom Score(0/5) They would never do this(they shouldn’t have followed them into theThe Kessel Run

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Introducing Chewie Score(10/10)

Introducing the Millenium Falcon Score(10/10)

Tie Fighters in the Maelstrom Score(0/5) They would never do this(they shouldn’t have followed them into the asteroid field in TESB either.)

Going back to save your friends score(10/10) This was the moment when the movie became more than a 3 star experience.

Kessel Run Score(5/10) As far as I’m aware there is no canon of Star Wars reference data which contains the official explanation of the use of “parsec” to measure the trip. Whether it’s a boast about the ships speed or it’s navigational technology is still up in the air. And Han’s boast in Episode IV is about the ship’s speed so the theories about the ship’s navigation make no sense. This would have been the perfect place to establish a canonical explanation.

“Less than 12 parsecs” Score(0/5) So is he rounding down or not?

Good Guy and Bad Guys Score(10/10) A excellent cast of characters, expecially the new ones. Much better new characters than in Episodes VII and VIII.

Lovable Droid Score(8/10) No R2d2’s here but still good.

Metanarrative Score(7/10) Still trialing the MCU here but making progress. I’ve been surprised how well I’ve liked the “gap story” movies. But they’ve still never reached the quality they had in Episodes IV – VI. It does seem that they’ll be continuing this story in later “gap story” movies.

Romance Score(Guy gets girl, guy loses girl, guy gets girl back)(20/20) A nice take on the classic storyline.

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RydakMar 7, 2019

Horrible. SJWs just killed a beloved member of the story line. This could have been a great origin story. Just awful, bland drab. Solid actors though. Great effects...but the story and character development, so so bad.

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JdankMay 23, 2019

Another great movie to add to the series. This takes us back to Han Solos past and provides us with a great exciting movie. Don't know why the ratings and reviews for this aren't slightly better.

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Toasterx97Jan 13, 2021

I have seen a few reviews on here that have given a literal 0 as their review, I just, I dont know if we are watching the same movie. I've loved han solo my whole life since I learned he existed, and I definitely enjoyed this film, but thatI have seen a few reviews on here that have given a literal 0 as their review, I just, I dont know if we are watching the same movie. I've loved han solo my whole life since I learned he existed, and I definitely enjoyed this film, but that isn't necessarily the point. What I mean to say is that this is a film and it has plot twists, set ups and payoffs, it is a film with stuff going on! I am happy that we at least got this one single look into the expansion of the universe we all love so so much, I guess what I'm saying is if you hated this film because it added, or changed something about a character that you love and identify with, I guess you just don't get how people work, I dont know if you are the same person that you were when you were 25 or 10 even. Okay, now to get past the preconceived negativity I've seen echoed everywhere that has a message-board. I REALLY LIKED THIS FILM, but more importantly, when I looked into the structure of the film, it became clear how much of a mark A beautiful mind Director Ron Howard had left in the production, the methodical and constantly repositioning narrative is the result of business outside the directors hands ie. The condensation of a 3 movie pitch, being compressed down to a one movie pilot, with hope for more, and so many fans WANT more, but there were several films of the star wars brand that had released by the time this film came around, I think its honestly just a combination of OT fan boys hating anything new that doesn't fit into their preconceived structure for what makes a Star Wars, and the absolute mammoth brand fatigue in a world filled with enough superheroes to destroy the multiverse. ANYWAY, most importantly, if you read this review and you are on the fence about seeing the film, just find a way to watch it with friends, think about it as the start to a bigger story, the way Ep. IV did, the effects, the racing, the atmosphere and constant high speed world building, this film is one of a kind and I hope to God we get another, I would be so psyched for more Lando, played by the incredible successor to Billy Dee, Donald Glover.… Expand

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kierank474Nov 27, 2020

It is in my top 3 Star Wars movies and do I love Star Wars movies. I would 100% recommend watching the movie.

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DolphinReviewsJul 21, 2022

This is a forgettable movie. Does nothing special and was unnecessary. Pass.

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NINTELDRITCHJul 4, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie feels less like a cohesive story and more like a collection of fun scenes loosely connected by the plotline of "Han wants to find the friend he lost at the train station." Acting is great, visual design is great, score is great, characters are mostly solid, and it answers plenty of questions, but the plot is so unapologetically halfhearted and unmemorable that it's difficult to call it truly great. Still, it's good fun, and overall a solid film. Not the best film in the series, but it's flaws aren't nearly as glaring as some others, and it's overall well-made. It's... good.
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tonyGreenJan 24, 2020

Solid enough action adventure, in a very familiar looking Star Wars universe. Lots of action set pieces and locations, but nothing new in terms of a story.

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kraenkJan 8, 2019

Much better than people are giving it credit for. With Rogue One the best of the new Star Wars films. Great cast, sweet action scenes and leaving me wanting more.

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TIZMay 27, 2018

I didn't like the cast much and obviously making a movie with young Solo is always going to be a bad idea. Alden Ehrenreich tried hard, and good for him. But he was no Solo. This movie could have been called anything else, "Jar-Jar: A StarI didn't like the cast much and obviously making a movie with young Solo is always going to be a bad idea. Alden Ehrenreich tried hard, and good for him. But he was no Solo. This movie could have been called anything else, "Jar-Jar: A Star Wars Story" or "Smith: A Star Wars Story", then it might have made more sense and I think hardcore fans wouldn't hate it. Oh well, I've mostly given up on Star Wars. The real Star Wars for me are episodes 1-to-6 and Rogue One (with some mild resentment toward episode 1).
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NalsiiDec 27, 2018

While watching the movie, I didn't question the characters' behaviour (see Luke Skywalker in The Last Jedi), their motivations (see Amilyn Holdo in The Last Jedi), their intelligence (see Supreme Leader Snoke in The Last Jedi) or even theirWhile watching the movie, I didn't question the characters' behaviour (see Luke Skywalker in The Last Jedi), their motivations (see Amilyn Holdo in The Last Jedi), their intelligence (see Supreme Leader Snoke in The Last Jedi) or even their powers (see the flying space-proof Leia and the Snoke Trans-Galaxy Mobile Carrier in The Last Jedi). In this movie, there are no major transgressions against the established lore (see the hyperspace Kamikaze maneuver in The Last Jedi) or questions left unexplained (see "Who even IS Snoke?" and "What was the point of the Dark Side Hole?" in The Last Jedi). So, what is there? What is this? Well, it's simply a fun backstory movie for Han, Chewie and Lando, and it doesn't pretend to be anything more than that. Whatever the characters do makes sense, the plot is simple but there is just enough at stake with just enough twists that it still makes sense (unlike The Last Jedi, like seriously WTF was that movie?) and the humour is pretty fitting for the younger versions of the characters we already know. Where Rogue One was gritty and impactful, where The Force Awakens was fresh and exciting, where The Last Jedi was pretentious and confusing, Han Solo is lighthearted, enjoyable and very much re-watchable.… Expand

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DukeJonFeb 6, 2019

It was... meh. Good action sequences, all the fan service you would expect (meeting Chewie and Lando, the Kessel run, the falcon, Han's blaster, etc.). Acting was ok I guess. I was expecting to hate the SWJ robot but I actually quite likedIt was... meh. Good action sequences, all the fan service you would expect (meeting Chewie and Lando, the Kessel run, the falcon, Han's blaster, etc.). Acting was ok I guess. I was expecting to hate the SWJ robot but I actually quite liked the character. Not a bad movie by any means (Last Jedi, ahem) but it all felt very safe and pedestrian. The following day I'd forgotten I'd seen it.… Expand

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JSX117Sep 6, 2022

This is reasonable well acted film, with good effects and set design. It does feel like Star Wars. But that said, it's brought down by poor writing, inconsistent characterization, and shallow fan-service with zero payoff. It's a mediocre messThis is reasonable well acted film, with good effects and set design. It does feel like Star Wars. But that said, it's brought down by poor writing, inconsistent characterization, and shallow fan-service with zero payoff. It's a mediocre mess of wasted potential ultimately unworthy of the franchise.… Expand

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