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SpMindDec 31, 2019

Thnx Disney... Thx ths is beautiful and brainless fanfiction. And my special thnx to Kathleen Kennedy, i hope you will be fired.

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EddieHokieDec 31, 2019

What a jumbled mess of a movie this is. Makes Last Jedi look Oscar worthy. Everything is explained ad nauseum, then run and gun to a new locale, then repeat process for 3 hours. These characters don’t even feel human. If every moment is meantWhat a jumbled mess of a movie this is. Makes Last Jedi look Oscar worthy. Everything is explained ad nauseum, then run and gun to a new locale, then repeat process for 3 hours. These characters don’t even feel human. If every moment is meant to matter than none of it matters. Leia behaves dead ( The actress is), Rose is pushed to the sidelines, and the attempt at humor this time around is C-3PO, a rehashed yawn fest. If no one really ever dies than what is all the fuss about? The effects are great so a 3 seems fair. What a waste though.… Expand

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MEfanDec 31, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disappointment. The entire trilogy was a disappointment for me. And the IX episode is the worst for me of all the Star Wars films. The new trilogy, except for the VIII episode, is nothing new.

I liked it: the game of actors, everything related to sound, visual.… Expand

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AnikoDec 31, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved it! It was the best Star Wars in the last couple years! This last Star Wars episode pushed all the right buttons for me, as a fan and someone who grew up with the original trilogy, I felt it was a satisfying end to the saga. There is plenty of fan service in this movie, which I didn’t mind at all as I thought those moments were done quite well, but won’t be to everyone’s taste, and there will be plenty of people who would have been hoping for something different. This final chapter felt more Star Warsy to me than the previous chapter and had some great moments. There will always be parts of these movies that will have you scratching your head and not making sense, but I think that’s always been there with all 9 episodes. Some great performances again from Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver who were superb in their scenes together. Anthony Daniels as C3PO was also fantastic in this episode, it felt like he had a much bigger role this time around and played the comic relief superbly. Overall the most enjoyable episode of the last three for me.… Expand

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Hello83433Dec 31, 2019

JJ Abrams does to Star Wars what he did to Star Trek. Overall The Rise of Skywalker gives a rushed story and sidelines everyone except Rey. Instead of building on the previous film, JJ rapidly introduces new characters that ultimately had noJJ Abrams does to Star Wars what he did to Star Trek. Overall The Rise of Skywalker gives a rushed story and sidelines everyone except Rey. Instead of building on the previous film, JJ rapidly introduces new characters that ultimately had no impact to the story. Important events were either changed, ignored, or outright retconned for shock value and the breakneck pace of the film gave little time for characters to stop and process what was going on.

Cameos from original favorites was an attempt to invoke nostalgia and Abrams' attempt to please all sides of a divided fandom fails spectacularly as he and Kathleen Kennedy undermine the message of hope that Star Wars is supposed to be about. Ultimately, this movie is a bad fanfiction from Reddit. Don't waste your time or money on this underwhelming conclusion. If you must see it, wait for the DVD release.… Expand

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JcarzeeDec 30, 2019

Pathetic attempt. No logical plan. Geez this is genuinely a bad movie wrapping up an unplanned story

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DilloncupplesDec 30, 2019

Watchable and not much more. To those who were looking for well written dialogue, closure and a story that’s actually good, and has a feeling of importance in its actions, look elsewhere. Characters often die and come back, or if something isWatchable and not much more. To those who were looking for well written dialogue, closure and a story that’s actually good, and has a feeling of importance in its actions, look elsewhere. Characters often die and come back, or if something is lost it is easily is found. There is literally no punch to any of the “shocking deaths” This movie is a patch job at best. It doesn’t suck entirely but does absolutely nothing to improve the series or expand it for that matter. It felt lazy and the best way to enjoy it is to turn a blind eye and focus on the excellent music and pretty effects. I hate to say it too, Star Wars is a a universe with infinite potential and thousands of stories devoted to it. Nearly all of which are more deserving of your time than the Rise of Skywalker which is plainly a slap in the face to anyone who genuinely has affection for the series.… Expand

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JurnimunDec 30, 2019

The only good thing about this movie is that it renders TLJ moot...
No plot, no character development, forced and boring action, 30 second token cameo appearances, characters dying with no reason or explanation other than the story doesn'tThe only good thing about this movie is that it renders TLJ moot...
No plot, no character development, forced and boring action, 30 second token cameo appearances, characters dying with no reason or explanation other than the story doesn't need them anymore, the day is saved by a Deus ex machina moment… Expand

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Fran0823Dec 30, 2019

A movie that just undoes everything the previous 8 films did while advertising itself as some grand conclusion to the 9 part saga.

Terrible plot, editing and even mediocre score.

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JoedavidsonDec 30, 2019

Pacing - 7.5 - had an upbeat feel just like Episode 7
Energy of film - 8 - they did a great job of bringing the characters to life one last time
Storyline - 7.5 some good little twists and a satisfying end Can't help but feel a bitPacing - 7.5 - had an upbeat feel just like Episode 7
Energy of film - 8 - they did a great job of bringing the characters to life one last time
Storyline - 7.5 some good little twists and a satisfying end Can't help but feel a bit uncomfortable with Number 8 - such a mess that really put a sour taste in the mouth for number 9. This said - congrats to JJ Abrams for pulling this together and making it run as smooth as possible . Very nice work. A 7.5 from me. Not average, but above average, unfortunately not amazing but that said there are some real gem moments. I recommend this movie. 7.5 … Expand

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jtbuzzDec 30, 2019

Best of the new trilogy! Thankfully, J.J. Abrams has saved the franchise after the let-down of Last Jedi. I wish he had directed all three, as it would have been a more coherent story. The actors were better than ever having finally "found"Best of the new trilogy! Thankfully, J.J. Abrams has saved the franchise after the let-down of Last Jedi. I wish he had directed all three, as it would have been a more coherent story. The actors were better than ever having finally "found" their characters. It's too bad Luke was sidelined, but that was the fault of the previous movie. This wrapped up the Skywalker saga on a high note with both joy and sadness.… Expand

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HedgehogMcGroggDec 30, 2019

Not as bad of a viewing experience as everyone is saying, but it DOES break all of the established lore with it's overwhelming need to make everything BIGGER than anything else that's come before. To understand this movie as an end to a saga,Not as bad of a viewing experience as everyone is saying, but it DOES break all of the established lore with it's overwhelming need to make everything BIGGER than anything else that's come before. To understand this movie as an end to a saga, you can pretty much just watch Episodes 1, 2, 3, 7, and 9, and it would all make as much sense as it needs to. Good job, JJ...you made the OT irrelevant. A note about the acting, as well...I feel as if the actors did what they were told very well, It's just that they were told to act as if the world just ended when they did the Star Wars equivalent of stub their toe.… Expand

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jarkodyDec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie was horrible people! It's like George Lucas's baby has been taken off to foster care where it's being subjected to every possible type of abuse by foster parents Kathleen Kennedy, Rian Johnson and JJ Abrams, and there is nothing he can do about it. They just make things up about the Force as they go along. There is no consistency. Where did all of this telepathy come from? Not only that but now with the force they can grab objects across the galaxy and have entire light saber battles across the galaxy! Leia could use the force this whole time but instead of training other Jedi or actually using the force they had her zip through space with no oxygen back into the safety of the ship and barely train Rey. All of this magical force stuff they made up drained Leia and Luke literally to death but it had no affect on Rey and Kylo. They didn't get drained at all. I don't see how any grown adult could actually like this movie or the last two lol. It was made for children who don't know any better. If I could give this a negative number I would. How are these untalented directors and writers getting to ruin movies like these? I'm no writer or director but I'm certain if I did my research I could at least help make a better story than this that would make sense. Hollywood should just close down or something if this is the best they can do. I kind of hate the Star Wars of today thanks to these clowns. People are only going to see this thing out of boredom and on the strength of the earlier movies not because this thing is any good at all. The gay kiss at the end was like what? I'm a gay man so I'm pro love but there was no room in this movie for any kiss because the story is garbage. Tell a good story then think about being inclusive later. Rey and Kylo's kiss was weird and awkward. They wasted Palpatine in this movie as I knew they would. I don't want to waste my whole night but in summary this movie was even worse than the last two. Fire Kathleen Kennedy, JJ Abrams and Rian Johnson and let Kevin Feige redo Star Wars!… Expand

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GonoruDec 30, 2019

I have waited YEARS to watch this...more than 20 years to know what would happen...this Tv spot commercial killed my hopes and my dreams about this story. It seems like they hate SW

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DD34Dec 30, 2019

I think the film is definitely better than "The Force Awakens" and "The last Jedi".

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ceazarDec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not boring but not great. They did not have much to work with after The last jedi. But still The movie lackas depth, and bad ending to The skywalker saga. Ray was a **** of a character through all three films with her super powers. Lack of heroes Journey makes all. Three films a joke.… Expand

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AlignLeftDec 30, 2019

I was a fan of the previous two films in this trilogy, but this movie really didn't know what to do with itself. The front half suffers from serious pacing issues, and the back half doesn't feel like it has meaningful stakes. There are a lotI was a fan of the previous two films in this trilogy, but this movie really didn't know what to do with itself. The front half suffers from serious pacing issues, and the back half doesn't feel like it has meaningful stakes. There are a lot of attempts to 'correct' 'problems' from TLJ, but the film does its best just to ignore the previous entry.

In the first 30 minutes of the movie, I'm not sure that the average time between cuts is higher than about 4 seconds. It moves all over the place and doesn't let you settle until the movie is well underway.

Don't waste your time. Go watch the Mandolorian instead.… Expand

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MacrosTheBlackDec 30, 2019

For me, the best of the bunch. An entertaining action adventure that doesn't try to be more than that. Star wars is not a battleground for social justice, political correctness or slapstick humor. This movie aced the tone, which was badly offFor me, the best of the bunch. An entertaining action adventure that doesn't try to be more than that. Star wars is not a battleground for social justice, political correctness or slapstick humor. This movie aced the tone, which was badly off with the last Jedi.… Expand

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Clem_FandangoDec 30, 2019

Thanks to a talentless director and f..kwit Bob Igor, this movie not only manages to completely ruin the new trilogy, but also everything that came before it and what is still to come. This film was an insult to anybodys Intelligence, evenThanks to a talentless director and f..kwit Bob Igor, this movie not only manages to completely ruin the new trilogy, but also everything that came before it and what is still to come. This film was an insult to anybodys Intelligence, even for the those in denial giving this more than one point. Star wars had so much potential after The Last Jedi but j.j. managed to destroy every character arc possible. Rey could have been so much more but is reduced to being a Palpatine. Leia is a horrible mother (knows her son will fall one day and does s...t-all to prevent it). Luke, once a legend, now just a hypocritical d..k. Rose -wasted. Hux - wasted. Lando - why? kylo Ren - sadly wasted. The action was so bad and meaningless and poorly edited. Bad idea after bad idea. The icing on the cake was when Chewie finally got his medal. It felt like the film was taking one big dump on me, the audience and the franchise just before the credits thankfully rolled up.… Expand

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BR352Dec 30, 2019

Much better than ratings suggest. Everyone expects too much because it is Star Wars. If you really look at it and rate it as you would any other movie it is great!!

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abvdaskerDec 30, 2019

Terrible pacing. JJ Abrams can't seem to do a single shot without a camera move. The plot was quite bad, though they didn't really have anywhere to go after the last movie. It's hard to comprehend how a film with so many resources behind itTerrible pacing. JJ Abrams can't seem to do a single shot without a camera move. The plot was quite bad, though they didn't really have anywhere to go after the last movie. It's hard to comprehend how a film with so many resources behind it could end up so disappointing. Makes me sad to be a Star Wars fan.… Expand

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GamesVanDerBeekDec 30, 2019

After The Last Jedi, I knew that this movie would draw criticism no matter what direction it took. I feel that this is about as "Star Wars-y" a movie can possibly be. Is it executed perfectly? No. Is it a good, fun, popcorn flick? ABSOLUTELY.After The Last Jedi, I knew that this movie would draw criticism no matter what direction it took. I feel that this is about as "Star Wars-y" a movie can possibly be. Is it executed perfectly? No. Is it a good, fun, popcorn flick? ABSOLUTELY. I see other reviewers state that Disney has turned SW into a series of kid's movies...I guess they never got the memo that Star Wars has ALWAYS been kid's movies.… Expand

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MaxallDec 30, 2019

I wish I could say this movie worked for me. ITS A SIMPLE FAIL THIS MOVIE. Yes it looks good and the actors are pretty damn convincing. But the story is so filled with plot holes. I cant stand by and let Disney pump movies out like this forI wish I could say this movie worked for me. ITS A SIMPLE FAIL THIS MOVIE. Yes it looks good and the actors are pretty damn convincing. But the story is so filled with plot holes. I cant stand by and let Disney pump movies out like this for my childeren. I JUST NEED TO TELL YOU DISNEY YOU **** THIS UP.… Expand

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imdavidcelisDec 30, 2019

It's a great movie, that doesn't deserve the hate is getting, tried to fix last jedi nonsense as much as it could while incorporating Leia, great effort, satisfied with it! not perfect but def enjoyable!

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chaynick3000Dec 25, 2019

It is like episode 6 retarded edition. It is mediocre, boring and long. Even lightsaber duel look horrible.

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rosnk30Dec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's amazing movie and great close at Skywalker arc after all. I guess that Disney did the best for the story like the star wars deserved. In fact, the original 3 movies of star wars (a new hope, empire strikes back and return of jedi) was a garbage that growed 'cause the special effects was a big deal at this time.

I was born in '85 and (until the phantom menace, the clone wars and revenge of the sith)star wars was a good movie, nothing special.

Anyway, this final arc was great ending with great actors. If I could remove any thing of this movie I was removs the kilo'n rey kiss scene.… Expand

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CrownighterDec 30, 2019

I was honestly excited, but didn't like it that much. Really emotional and fulfilling at some points, but overall rushed, incoherent and disappointing.

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SephoDec 30, 2019

Unfortunately, this movie was an unworthy final for the star wars saga. Too many wrong decisions and plot holes. Furthermore, it tries to undo the 8th movie.

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DELITEBDec 30, 2019

Worse than VIII episode. I don't know why Disney needs typical and boring SW. Franchise need go ahead, but now it's dead.

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mrc_brnDec 30, 2019

Thoroughly enjoyable finale in the saga. Well made and executed, if - I would think unavoidably - somewhat of a dejavue all over again feeling. Still found it different enough and creative enough to entertain for the entire running time. TheThoroughly enjoyable finale in the saga. Well made and executed, if - I would think unavoidably - somewhat of a dejavue all over again feeling. Still found it different enough and creative enough to entertain for the entire running time. The main characters are all very engaging, the CGI top notch. Well made finale to the 36-year-running story I grew up with.… Expand

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MostireviewsDec 30, 2019

This movie is the most disappointing movie of the year, but its not that bad how critics say, but it actually has some good things like the visual effects, the action sequences and some jokes but the things it failed makes the movie feel badThis movie is the most disappointing movie of the year, but its not that bad how critics say, but it actually has some good things like the visual effects, the action sequences and some jokes but the things it failed makes the movie feel bad like the plot holes, the emperor palpatine feels rushed and unnecessary, the movie answers some quetions of the last jedi but created new ones. its obvious that this trilogy was not planned with a beginning, middle and end i got to say that Kathleen Kennedy ruinned this trilogy, some people say that the prequel trilogy was worse than the sequel trilogy and i respect that opinion, i can see why people like this trilogy more but at least the prequels had a plan they knew how they gonna begin the story and ended, well we are gonna to wait like a decade or maybe 4 years until we see another trilogy but if the really wanna succeed they need to create something new that doesn't involve the tragedy of the skywalker, we need to see something new, like the old republic i think it will be awesame to see that but they'll need to write and create the full trilogy from the beginning, middle and end… Expand

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WaynesWorldDec 30, 2019

The worst entry of the sequel franchise by far. It's messy, rushed and desperate. The decisions aren't all bad, but they happen too late for us to care what happens or for characters to fully grasp what is happening. It's a shame becauseThe worst entry of the sequel franchise by far. It's messy, rushed and desperate. The decisions aren't all bad, but they happen too late for us to care what happens or for characters to fully grasp what is happening. It's a shame because there are lots of potential and new ideas that are worth pursuing, but this movie isn't it.

Hopefully Disney learns from this and goes in with a plan next time, as it is clear from these three films that there was not an overarching story for this trilogy. That's on Disney, that's on JJ for turning down the trilogy.

At least the prequals are consistent and tell a single story. This series is just a mess with wasted potential.… Expand

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DarkFessDec 30, 2019

TOTAL CRAP! ALL Disney trilogy is a total SH*T! Most idiotic ending of the story, that had such potential...

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AeroNemoDec 30, 2019

First a Wall. HOW DID SIDIOUS SURVIVED?
I know star wars is a Bug frenchise today and you cant satisfy everyone but cmon
I dont Like thus teleporting Thing between kylo and Rey . And how did the emporor geht all of These dudes Into exegolFirst a Wall. HOW DID SIDIOUS SURVIVED?
I know star wars is a Bug frenchise today and you cant satisfy everyone but cmon
I dont Like thus teleporting Thing between kylo and Rey .
And how did the emporor geht all of These dudes Into exegol .DISNEY is S***… Expand

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CakperDec 30, 2019

ass movie no good man dont see please dont bad it no good is bad very bad ok?

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Danny167Dec 30, 2019

This hands dow was one of the best movies to end the Skywalker saga. Me and my family really enjoyed it and it was a great way to end it out!

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SprodersprackDec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I honestly really enjoyed this movie, Rey felt less like a Mary Sue, Ben was the best character overall and they made one of my new favorite characters, general Enric Pryde. What I didn't like however was the fact that the Knights of Ren was barely used and they felt more like this movie's attempt at Boba Fett, also the ridiculous fast pacing. However other than those things, I really enjoyed this movie. Great job JJ.… Expand

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Alejandromx1Dec 30, 2019

What a mess! A waste of time! logic and philosophy from the first trilogy just was thrown away.
From beginning to end, easy exits to non senseless events and characters.

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Bravo1cDec 30, 2019

I cannot stress enough how predictable, unoriginal, lore breaking, dull, cheesy and as far from a Star Wars movie this is. I know a good Star Wars movie can be made still, SOLO and Rouge One were fine examples of this as well as TheI cannot stress enough how predictable, unoriginal, lore breaking, dull, cheesy and as far from a Star Wars movie this is. I know a good Star Wars movie can be made still, SOLO and Rouge One were fine examples of this as well as The Mandalorian, i have many issues with this trilogy and mostly its the confused story and characters that have no real reason to be around. I hope they can do much better with the next movie.… Expand

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hulumulu343Dec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. это ужасный фильм с кучай не каноничных моментов, например случай когда рей использует молнии,это не возможно она бы сразу перешла на тёмную сторону силы!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand

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Zephyr1999Dec 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Too fast paced with no payoffs on previous story lines set in motion in the Force Awakens. This story trashes the Skywalker legacy that was put in place by the original and prequel trilogy. Plot holes are rampant throughout. Definitely feels like 2 movies in one. Pros....better than last Jedi, visuals are great, the new focal cast does get a little more development, but are limited.… Expand

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AcestaDec 30, 2019

Better than the disaster thst was last jedi. Though in trying to correct course, the filmakers oversteered. Storyline was all over the place. Pacing was completely off. Characters underdeveloped, and consistently making poor decisions. BrokeBetter than the disaster thst was last jedi. Though in trying to correct course, the filmakers oversteered. Storyline was all over the place. Pacing was completely off. Characters underdeveloped, and consistently making poor decisions. Broke the conventions/rules of the previous films for no logical reason. This is what happens when you write a trilogy on the go. Shame .… Expand

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MinoreroDec 30, 2019

Better than Last Jedi but still not very good Star Wars movie. Slightly better than prequels.

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norcalgiantsfanDec 30, 2019

Full of plot holes and ridiculous moments. Ruins so much star wars lore just for the sake of "cool" or fan fictiony moments. It's like they didn't review the material of even the force awakens or the last Jedi when making this(let alone theFull of plot holes and ridiculous moments. Ruins so much star wars lore just for the sake of "cool" or fan fictiony moments. It's like they didn't review the material of even the force awakens or the last Jedi when making this(let alone the rest of the lore), as it contradicts so much. It's incredibly predictable and uses every deus ex machina/McGuffin cliche the book.

As a stand-a-lone movie, it would be alright, but in the context of the overall lore, it breaks everything.… Expand

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FerzenandDec 30, 2019

My thoughts while watching three new episodes of SW:
1. Episode VII: “It’s seems to be the worst thing ever made in SW universe!”
2. Episode VIII: “Well… At least they can’t do anything worse than this!” 3. Episode IX: “FMy thoughts while watching three new episodes of SW:
1. Episode VII: “It’s seems to be the worst thing ever made in SW universe!”
2. Episode VIII: “Well… At least they can’t do anything worse than this!” 3. Episode IX: “F me, I’m out!”… Expand

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CyanRyanN64Dec 29, 2019

This is literally garbage along with the rest of the Disney trilogy Disney doesn't know what their doing with star wars and are **** over all of us

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KnightGarciaDec 29, 2019

The film isn’t perfect, there was no road map. Palpatine was essentially used as a means of ease explanation. However, the cast does a great job of handling what they were given. And the overall ending of the Skywalker Saga is okay, just likeThe film isn’t perfect, there was no road map. Palpatine was essentially used as a means of ease explanation. However, the cast does a great job of handling what they were given. And the overall ending of the Skywalker Saga is okay, just like it’s beginning. Yes, there is a lot of fan service in the film, but that doesn’t really make it a bad movie.
I think that if you’re only a StarWars movie fan you probably won’t like this movie. If you’re a true fan that has watched all the films and tv shows and knows a thing or two about the comics, then you’ll like this.… Expand

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0RXDec 29, 2019

TL;DR A pandering, soggy, feminist, non-sensical, critic pleasing disappointment of a solid series.

As a stand alone movie, detached from reality, broken away from anything else Star Wars and that had 200 million dollars dumped into it, it'sTL;DR A pandering, soggy, feminist, non-sensical, critic pleasing disappointment of a solid series.

As a stand alone movie, detached from reality, broken away from anything else Star Wars and that had 200 million dollars dumped into it, it's okay. As the 9th installment that was supposed to shine as the apex of the grand adventure that George started spanning several generations with an established canon and formula, Disney and Kennedy spit in our faces and ruined what was going to be an amazing series for the past several years. Physically going to George Lucas and throwing away his creative instruction for his own series over Disney money only further incinerated the dumpster fire that was started with the constant bickering and firing of directors and producers. IX made VII and VIII make even less sense, and throws away so much of what was already established as canon. IX does a good job on trying to tie the loose knots that is killing off all male roles, making the sith (Kilo) look like an unconfident **** sorry excuses for character development, worse romance than Twilight had, and story development time wasting. This movie feels like it was rushed, poorly executed, and molded perfectly to please critics and leave the entire body of fans in the gutter. IX is a perfect example of pandering, you can see that divide perfectly between the people and the critics. 6 year old me is still shaking his head over this poor development that was established between Lucas Art's movies, and what was established in VII. I created an account just to convey this disappointment. This isn't the Star Wars we know, this is Disney's portrayal of what they wanted Star Wars to be.… Expand

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br4444Dec 29, 2019

It was by far the worst Star Wars movie I've ever seen. I would rather watch the tack of clones to hand times in a row, Because at least that movie made sense. This movie was way to quick, had no good space battle, disgraced the lore, andIt was by far the worst Star Wars movie I've ever seen. I would rather watch the tack of clones to hand times in a row, Because at least that movie made sense. This movie was way to quick, had no good space battle, disgraced the lore, and there wasn't enough time in movie to have a one full conversation between characters. I will never watch another Disney Star Wars movie again unless people assure me that it won't ruin my view of Star Wars. I thought episode 8 was bad. This movie said the episode I hold my beer.… Expand

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Shinra33459Dec 29, 2019

This movie is an absolute disaster; the killing blow to that once magnificent galaxy far, far away. The pacing is terrible, the plot revolves around another macguffin just like the last two entries into the main Star Wars movies, it craps allThis movie is an absolute disaster; the killing blow to that once magnificent galaxy far, far away. The pacing is terrible, the plot revolves around another macguffin just like the last two entries into the main Star Wars movies, it craps all over the original 6 Star Wars movies and makes them redundant, Rey is made more powerful than any Jedi or Sith who has ever lived, nothing is meaningful or has any real impact, and any consistency that once existed in the canon of Star Wars is gone. So many plot holes have been opened as a direct result of this garbage, and has done more damage to the franchise than The Last Jedi EVER did. They bank so hard on nostalgia to try to get the old fans of the Original Trilogy back, but they also, simultaneously, try to play it as safe as possible and not take any risks. The entire trilogy that Disney has made, they're just reshoots of the Original Trilogy, minus the meaningful story, lovable characters, or good writing. If you're a Star Wars fan, heed my warning, steer clear of this dumpster fire at all costs. If you're just looking for a movie that you can enjoy casually, look elsewhere; there's too much exposition for this to be enjoyable casually either.… Expand

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malociteDec 29, 2019

So this movie earns 3 stars, based on Adam Driver's onscreen performance. Suggestions for next time. Try writing a script first. If this script reads anything like this crap, throw it away, and start again. What a rushed messs.

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TheCanadianManDec 29, 2019

This film show what happened when the people running it just want the money and rush making 3 movie with no plan on idea where the story will go. They even said “ Going into this film we have no layed our plan we will just see where it goes”This film show what happened when the people running it just want the money and rush making 3 movie with no plan on idea where the story will go. They even said “ Going into this film we have no layed our plan we will just see where it goes” this makes for a lot of inconsistency in the 3 films Is was hoping for the best but the film fells half done. They tryed some vary interesting thing but the do not fallow throw with it. It is like you started something and just stoped 90% throw and started a new project and did that again and again over and over. Making the film fell choppy. Thing the people say in the movie make no sense because they did it in last film some thing the whole character seems to forget what happened in the whole last film… Expand

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KentouTundraDec 29, 2019

I didn't know Michael Bay was a ghost director for JJ Abrams! Yet another feat of storytelling, character development and world building by Michael Bay!

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Chrisysanc18Dec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great movie.....love it........huge fan of star wars .........................................… Expand

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JPArenasDec 29, 2019

No se puede hacer mucho más después del desastre hecho por Rian Johnson, un final mediocre para una trilogía de secuelas que podría haber sido una maravilla del cine moderno. Una lástima lo que hizo Disney con Star Wars, donde The MandalorianNo se puede hacer mucho más después del desastre hecho por Rian Johnson, un final mediocre para una trilogía de secuelas que podría haber sido una maravilla del cine moderno. Una lástima lo que hizo Disney con Star Wars, donde The Mandalorian está salvando la franquicia.… Expand

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LECOnRollDec 29, 2019

Enrredo errático e covarde, sem originalidade e pequeno para franquia. Porém tecnicamente bem feito.

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MovieRiffingDec 29, 2019

Director J.J. Abrams attempts to use The Rise of Skywalker as both a conclusion to the Skywalker Saga and as an apology for The Last Jedi. In doing so, Abrams forces the film to rush through much of its runtime and story, simply due to theDirector J.J. Abrams attempts to use The Rise of Skywalker as both a conclusion to the Skywalker Saga and as an apology for The Last Jedi. In doing so, Abrams forces the film to rush through much of its runtime and story, simply due to the bloat. If you are on board for the story and in-universe changes then the last third of the film still has something to offer. A few spectacular moments and nostalgia hits make the climax an enjoyable sendoff for the saga, but the pacing and patchwork nature of much of the film leaves a bad taste in the mouth.… Expand

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SuterDec 29, 2019

What a nightmare! What happened? What kind of alternate universe do we live in where Disney owns Star Wars and the Star Wars sequels end up being a complete mess. The movie title “Rise of Skywalker” is a complete lie since it’s none otherWhat a nightmare! What happened? What kind of alternate universe do we live in where Disney owns Star Wars and the Star Wars sequels end up being a complete mess. The movie title “Rise of Skywalker” is a complete lie since it’s none other than a Palpatine that survives and the Skywalker bloodline is extinguished. A complete utter disaster. Unbelievable. How is it that there was no coherent plan for these movies? How were the sequels passed around to different directors for them to do as they please? One would think that Disney should have a degree of competence commensurate with such a sacred cultural item - but apparently not. This is proof that most conspiracy theories, which require extreme competence to be believable, are in fact explained away by the sheer incompetence of those involved.… Expand

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GabrielnLADec 29, 2019

I didn't love it. I didn't hate it. It was mindless fun-boring that kind of just left me feeling...yay-meh. The biggest emotional beats came from droids and Chewy (which makes sense since he's the only one who'd been with Leia since 1977, butI didn't love it. I didn't hate it. It was mindless fun-boring that kind of just left me feeling...yay-meh. The biggest emotional beats came from droids and Chewy (which makes sense since he's the only one who'd been with Leia since 1977, but the rest of the character reactions seemed to mimic real life scrolling through a Facebook feed: "On no! She died? That's so sad. But, OMG, look at this hilarious cat video tho!"). The characters are all underwritten, probably because the story literally leaves zero time for any kind of character development. (Things are mentioned, people say "I NEED TO TELL YOU SOMETHING BEFORE WE DIE!" and then they never tell that person what they NEEDED to tell them even though they are prompted to do so by another character.) Everyone's way too busy racing around from Planet A to Planet Z, yelling about needing this doohickey and that thingamabob to stop the First Order (again, always) with no time whatsoever for any kind of meaningful interaction. (Except you, 3PO. Thank you for that mournful lump in my throat that lasted a good 10 minutes as I realized I was watching my childhood come to an end after 42 years.) So, while there was some joy to be had (there are some seriously fun set pieces), and some of the visuals are insanely gorgeous, there was also some....boredom, actually. Which seems strange to write as I've just explained that the film moves at a breakneck (light)speed. How can a film be nonstop adventure, and still leave you kind of mentally checking out during it? At the end of the day, I'm not entirely sure what all the insane whinging is about. It's a Star Wars movie. There was Star Warsing. Lots and lots of it. I mean, have you people tried watching the Prequels again? It's damn near...impossible. This new film, and this entire trilogy as a whole, is infinitely more enjoyable than those god-awful, near-unendurable prequel CGI snoozefests. I'll take underwritten but enjoyable-enough characters in a film over universally terrible acting any day of the week.… Expand

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rgiublinDec 29, 2019

The movie is SO BAD that it becomes very funny and laughable. Just watch it without any positive expectations and you will see that it is just ridiculous.

Bad movie, bad Star Wars, just like a big joke.

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ErnificentDec 29, 2019

Nothing in this movie works. Every event and character moment rings hollow and the overall plot is completely nonsensical. The film moves so fast that it comes off as a deliberate tactic to keep you from dwelling on how none of these eventsNothing in this movie works. Every event and character moment rings hollow and the overall plot is completely nonsensical. The film moves so fast that it comes off as a deliberate tactic to keep you from dwelling on how none of these events make sense, either in set up or execution. There are little to no character arcs to speak of; no one undergoes a change that requires more than a short conversation so ultimately the payoffs by the end are nil. The action scenes are meaningless, boring or both. This movie actively works against its predecessor to undermine any messages or consequences it had set up, leaving this movie, and unfortunately the overall trilogy, with absolutely no meaning or message.

Watching Carrie Fisher's repurposed footage, with the knowledge that she has passed on, is quite uncomfortable and the integration of her footage was executed poorly. The fanservice in this movie is abundant and cringeworthy. No example feels earned or sensical, rather each instance feels like a hollow concession.

If you watch a Star Wars movie to engross yourself in vivid alien worlds and cultures, or to undergo a fun, interesting and satisfying journey, then this movie is not for you. If you are an avid fan of the overarching narrative of the Star Wars series I would actively urge you to ignore this installment.

The first few minutes alone destroyed any lingering investment I had in this universe, and left me bemusedly laughing or groaning at this ridiculous mess for the rest of the affair. I left the cinema feeling empty and detached.

I legitimately cannot praise any aspect of this movie, but I would be remiss in failing to acknowledge the actors' performances. At no point did the acting feel weak to me, but at no point did it feel remarkable either. They did the best with what they had.

Final verdict; do not waste your money on this.… Expand

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RonGiantiDec 29, 2019

At best, the writing is about the level of fan fiction. What if a bunch of teenagers got to write a story of their visit to the Star Wars universe? These movies would be the result.

Rey is just so powerful and... right and saves the dayAt best, the writing is about the level of fan fiction. What if a bunch of teenagers got to write a story of their visit to the Star Wars universe? These movies would be the result.

Rey is just so powerful and... right and saves the day again and again. No one is just so... great as her. Its silly and the entire focus of the story becomes this one character who the writers, for whatever reason, want to dominate the entire... universe actually. All JJ did was recycle a bunch of old ideas and characters and none of it makes sense. There is no real feeling of dread because you know Rey will just solve all problems. The entire plot destroys the original 6 movies and makes them all invalid. Watching the original 6 movies again knowing how things turn out in 7 - 9 ruins the first 6 movies. The writing is childish and there is no lead up or sense to it all.

I saw the original movies dozens of times and invested my childhood and imagination for 40 years into the Star Wars universe. Played the games, read the books, built the models. There is nothing like the Star Wars universe, or at least, there wasn't. It's dead now. I will never watch EP 7 - 9 again. The entire lore was pissed on and destroyed by these three horrid movies written by people who only wanted to make a quick buck. Time will not be kind to these 3 movies.… Expand

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lola_grace6007Dec 29, 2019

This movie was so good, I don't know what people were expecting. This is probably one of the best starwars films I have seen. I was so glad I saw it in theaters. The only criticism is it probably could have been 2 movies and not just one.

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Unbiased_CriticDec 29, 2019

Do yourselves a favour and pay no mind to the critics, This movie is great. There are some awesome effects, great dialogue, the jokes are dialed down from episode VIII, are nicely placed and most are epic or borderline so. Episode IX deservesDo yourselves a favour and pay no mind to the critics, This movie is great. There are some awesome effects, great dialogue, the jokes are dialed down from episode VIII, are nicely placed and most are epic or borderline so. Episode IX deserves so much more love and none of the hate it’s getting now. The only criticisms I would level at it are the pace is hurried and this trilogy was held back by the empire as villains. The former is because JJ Abrams had very little to work with from the previous instalment and he had to build all the impactful moments within the confines of IX and who knows the why of the latter?

Kind of wish the gambler had made an appearance..… Expand

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DeConnieDec 22, 2019

Horrible movie. To make such a bad movie with this budget and franchise is really hard, but they succeeded.
I consider It’s really insulting for all the viewers who loved this universe, they just used it as a cash grab with 0 plot orHorrible movie. To make such a bad movie with this budget and franchise is really hard, but they succeeded.
I consider It’s really insulting for all the viewers who loved this universe, they just used it as a cash grab with 0 plot or dialogues.
Disney should be ashamed.… Expand

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ameoffDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The film production felt extremely rushed, as if they just wanted to hurry and end the main saga. I hate how they killed off Ben. His character development was good, but as it barely reached its peak, he died. His death felt like it was too soon, and straight up out of place. I'd love if the saga continued with them bringing Ben back.… Expand

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SkittleSkuntDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The editing was so fast I swear I got whiplash. It felt like a series of 1 minute scenes. At one point when the crew is trying to escape Kylo, for some reason Ray goes outside and Finn tells Chewy to go get her. Chewy gets immediately captured and then killed. Not 5 minutes later does the movie then go "No Chewy is alive you silly babies haha got you". It felt like a slap in the face. I walked out.… Expand

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Stallion2086Dec 29, 2019

Beautiful, touching, emotional movie with fantastic plot and characters! The fighting scenes and CGI effects were absolutely fantastic! The Rise of Skywalker is a brilliant movie and don't listen to the fanboys. This is one of the best StarBeautiful, touching, emotional movie with fantastic plot and characters! The fighting scenes and CGI effects were absolutely fantastic! The Rise of Skywalker is a brilliant movie and don't listen to the fanboys. This is one of the best Star Wars movies every created! From me it gets 9/10.… Expand

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jehudDec 29, 2019

Lots of pandering to the reddit crowd and fan boys. Dialog and plot makes little sense feels rushed overall with flat character development overall. You don't really care about most the characters Rey/Ben etc..

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Moneyburn67Dec 29, 2019

No plan for all 3 movies, hastily done, poor editing and massive amounts of plot holes. Overall extremely disappointing. The Disney Trilogy ends with a whimper. I will probably never watch this turd again and thats from a fan of the last 30No plan for all 3 movies, hastily done, poor editing and massive amounts of plot holes. Overall extremely disappointing. The Disney Trilogy ends with a whimper. I will probably never watch this turd again and thats from a fan of the last 30 years. Such a shame.… Expand

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Andrew_RushDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I would honestly give this movie around an 8/10 but because of all the unfair low ratings I rated it higher. First thing to understand is that this movie has a lot of pressure and heavy lifting to do, including concluding the new trilogy, concluding the Skywalker saga as a whole, and bringing the momentum of the story back after “The Last Jedi” slowed it down significantly. I will say though, the overall problem with the trilogy is that the story, I have to assume, was not clearly written from the beginning, hence why the change of directors had an awkward shift and we were got to see two different versions of a story at the same time, which was not pleasant. However, here are the positives and negatives of this movie, “The Rise of Skywalker.”

Positives 1. Rey’s story arch is developed very well, and we get to see the conflict of the dark and light in her and they tie this in well with being Darth Sidious’ granddaughter. Her scenes with Kylo Ren are the best scenes in the movie, because we get to see their relationship develop more and the connection they have through the force. Their duel is the peek of the trilogy and, in my opinion, in the top duels in Star Wars, because we finally get to see how powerful both Rey and Ren are in the force 2. Kylo Ren finally finds redemption. We see this over arching story throughout the trilogy of him dealing with the guilt of killing his father. He comes to terms with his guilt after his mother touches him through the force and then he confronts his father through a memory and gathers the strength to do what he wanted to do since the beginning. 3. Finding out that Palpatine is all the Sith is an awesome conclusion to the saga and the “rule of two” which states there can only be two Sith Lords fits in to this conclusion. ( the disappointing part of this is that Palpatine never fully explains it)

4. The Visuals are amazing. The lightsaber fights are epic. The unexplored parts of the galaxy are visualized well. C3PO and Chewy are still enjoyable. The planets look better than ever. The starship battles are pretty cool to say the least.

Negatives 1. I’m okay with not explaining some things that are not essential to the story and later explaining them in books, comics, etc. But it’s not okay when it’s essential to the story. How is Rey Palpatine’s granddaughter? This is the main question, but there are manymore, especially about Palpatine that probably should have been explained so that we’re not scratching our heads till it’s explained in issue 13 of “Palpatine.” 2. Finn’s character has no development besides the fact that he thinks he’s force sensitive. Since the moment he took off his helmet in “The Force Awakens,” his character has been flat and not interesting, especially for being a stormtrooper. 3. Leia’s death is forced. I don’t know if it was because they didn’t want to mess with her scenes or add CGI to her but I don’t really care what it was because it felt like they just threw that part in the scene because they needed to get rid of the character. There are many other routes they could have taken but this was route was not a good one. 4. The final battle was a bitter sweet moment. It was going sweet till a little before the final confrontation between Rey and Palpatine. It was anti-climactic. We see that Palpatine has reached is full power and Rey, with the Jedi within her, reaches her full power. And then... SURPRISE Palpatine is defeated by his own electric. Seriously? No final duel? No epic music? Think about it this way, a big bad guy is built up for 8 movies and when he finally reaches his power he is defeated by his granddaughter blocking his electric Meanwhile, the battle above reaches its anti-climatic ending as well. Overall, I enjoyed the the movie, and there will always be things we think they could’ve done better on.… Expand

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WbnFobDec 29, 2019

Simply another movie playing on your nastalgia and trying to sell you merchandise. The scale of nonsense is absolite, tar wars univers laws are totaly destroyed.

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ToxicjakeDec 29, 2019

This movie disappointed me greatly so far as I was in the theaters getting annoyed being a long geek of Star Wars and wondering what happened to the series. One main part I am still baffled at is the opening scene of Kylo ren fighting guardsThis movie disappointed me greatly so far as I was in the theaters getting annoyed being a long geek of Star Wars and wondering what happened to the series. One main part I am still baffled at is the opening scene of Kylo ren fighting guards and slamming one to the floor with his lightsaber and just leaving a burn where he easily accidentally slashed through a tree cutting it clean in half. The transitions they used felt out of place from scene to scene and I noticed that. The whole plot felt rushed and confusing at times. Disney should have never bought the Star Wars rights.… Expand

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szgegeDec 29, 2019

This is a bad movie. Don't waste money for it! Bad writing, bad actors. Awfull.

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JambobbybDec 29, 2019

It’s utter garbage this film is the worst Star Wars movie of all time! Don’t waste valuable time and oxygen going to see it..

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mulisharobboDec 29, 2019

Horse s**t. Made for r-tards who don't care what they're watching or moron kids who haven't been taught proper etiquette

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gzayas91Dec 29, 2019

Very good finale of the film series, not perfect one, but totally passable.

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SintjagoDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was fun. Went to watch a space opera and be entertained. I have enjoyed all 9 movies, and this one was one of the most action-packed ones. I went to see a children's sci-fi film that would likely have a couple of silly elements and questionable logic but would have great graphics, good acting, and a lot of action, as well as things added just for nostalgia (Chewie getting a medal). I got all of that. I love Star Wars, loved KOTOR, KOTOR II, SWTOR, and I am enjoying the Mandalorian. I don't see what's not to love about this film. Its a good children's film that keeps the amazing visual and fun elements of the previous ones. Its a top 5 Star Wars film. My only critique is that it is very poor planning to not have an overarching script made from the beginning. Drafting the script after every movie in a planned trilogy is ridiculous. JJ did a good job at making this last movie work, but Kathleen Kennedy didn't manage this well. Poor management throughout this trilogy that got lucky with this nostalgia-filled hail mary.… Expand

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Gaijin-Dec 29, 2019

Yes, J.J. Abrams was forced to try to fix all of the wrong that Ryan Jonson did in the previous entry AND close the trilogy, everything in one movie. That's no easy task and one has to sympathize with him to some extent.

With the above inYes, J.J. Abrams was forced to try to fix all of the wrong that Ryan Jonson did in the previous entry AND close the trilogy, everything in one movie. That's no easy task and one has to sympathize with him to some extent.

With the above in mind, it would make sense for the movie to stay focused on the main characters and story lines, right? Nope. Instead, Abrams decides to introduce half a dozen new characters and plots that, obviously, go nowhere or get "resolved" ninety seconds after they are started.

On top of that, the way the story moves forward makes no sense at all. If at any time during the movie you stop for a second to think about what is being said and what is being done (and, more importantly, why),you will realize it is utterly nonsensical. Star Wars has never had brilliant writing, but this time around they have descended to the level of Fast and Furious or Michael Bay's Transformers films.

All in all, a terrible ending for a beloved franchise. Rian Johnson and Kathleen Kennedy should be put in front of a firing squad and the cost of the bullets used be charged to their families.… Expand

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ShoroDec 29, 2019

Criticism is undeserved. Fun family film. Enthralling action. Decent plot :)

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kaytiebabooahDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you notice, all the bad ratings are only from the creators of these rating websites. The really good ratings are rated by everyday average citizens as the ones reading this review. I don't care what paid reviewers think. I care about what die hard starwars fans think. This film was amazing. I cried at least 7 times. A very great ending, only left me with a few questions. Will the jedi powers die with Rey? Will she teach children as did Skywalker? I hope so.… Expand

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LikeonionsDec 29, 2019

The cast is terrific. Unlike The Last Jedi, there is not a weak performance in this movie. Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver have done some of the best acting in the whole saga for this trilogy. Also unlike The Last Jedi, the new characters addedThe cast is terrific. Unlike The Last Jedi, there is not a weak performance in this movie. Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver have done some of the best acting in the whole saga for this trilogy. Also unlike The Last Jedi, the new characters added in this film, General Pryde, Zori Bliss, and Jannah, are actually good. Ian McDiarmid gives a performance very much like in the second half of Revenge of the Sith, and I loved it. The film moves very fast and it is easy to miss important pieces of dialogue on your first viewing. C3PO gets a more significant role than he's had since 1977, which was wonderful. There will probably be people that don't realize that Carrie Fisher died before the making of this film. She was well handled, especially given the situation.
The plot of this film is an attempt to make a sequel to The Last Jedi, which did certain things you shouldn't do in you middle act of a trilogy. JJ decided to bring back Palpatine, which on paper frankly sounds ridiculous and fan-servicey but he managed to make it work.
I would call this movie a beautiful mess. It is flawed, but given the setup of The Last Jedi and the fact JJ had 3 fewer months to make it vs The Force Awakens, I think he probably did the best he could, and I really like it.
There is a lot of hate for the new trilogy, not unlike the prequels. There's an old saying that no one hates Star Wars more than Star Wars fans. Sometimes I think that's true.… Expand

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dabnamegnaroDec 29, 2019

The basic problem here is that this trilogy is completely pointless apart from the fact that it’s a way for Disney to print money. These 3 movies and probably a dozen more were already greenlit with no requirement of a good or evenThe basic problem here is that this trilogy is completely pointless apart from the fact that it’s a way for Disney to print money. These 3 movies and probably a dozen more were already greenlit with no requirement of a good or even coherent story. At this point, there’s no reason to spend the time trying to figure out what they were thinking with the story. The movie is doing what it was created to do. Farming Star Wars fans for hundreds of millions of dollars every couple years. Consume product. Get excited for the next product.… Expand

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SandyCameronDec 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A late-teens fan of the 1977 original, I was tired by this episode (I'm obviously getting old). Tired by the exhausting "action without relief"; tired of the mind-dialogue between Rey and Ren; and tired by the habit of simply reversing and reanimating to suit the plot (though less bothered by the reappearance of Leia than some reviewers).

I won't deny that some of the spectacle was impressive, and if someone tries to reanimate Palpatine in any future film, they'll have some explaining to do, so comprehensive was his demise. What made it worth a 6 was the overall rounding up of the story and the very human ending (instead of the customary militarised ceremony). All that love and happiness on display made for a warm conclusion to a hardware-heavy epic.… Expand

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fardeadokDec 29, 2019

Это не фильм про ЗВ. Это набор сцен со спецэффектами где герои нужны чтобы перебегать из одной сцены в другую. Сопереживать некому. Рей бессмертна и неуязвима. Очередная супервумен. Сейчас в Голливуде тренд продвигать женщин но это ужеЭто не фильм про ЗВ. Это набор сцен со спецэффектами где герои нужны чтобы перебегать из одной сцены в другую. Сопереживать некому. Рей бессмертна и неуязвима. Очередная супервумен. Сейчас в Голливуде тренд продвигать женщин но это уже перебор. Втыкают их в хорошие франшизы и убивают напрочь фильмы. Тренд что белаые мужчины плохие. Поэтому ничего умнее чем Кайло Рена не придумали))) Толерасты.… Expand

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anktho3Dec 28, 2019

I was so disappointed leaving the theater. The pacing of the movie was a mess and there's just so many plot holes and things that don't make any sense. I feel like they deliberately made the story pace so fast so you couldn't stop and thinkI was so disappointed leaving the theater. The pacing of the movie was a mess and there's just so many plot holes and things that don't make any sense. I feel like they deliberately made the story pace so fast so you couldn't stop and think about what was going on and realize it doesn't make sense. The time frame of events, the new force powers, the fight, the ending! They should have spent more time coming up with a story that made sense before they even released The Force Awakens. They had no idea where they were going with the story and hoped they'd find there way by the end but this is a terrible way to end the saga. Don't waste your time watching it in theaters, just wait for it to come out with a directors cut so everything they had to cut to make this nauseating mess is put back in.… Expand

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petraxDec 28, 2019

This is a mess of a film that attempts to stand on the shoulders of the previous films but instead, weakens them. Pretty pictures don't make up for lazy storytelling and personally, I'm glad this mess of a series is done. Don't waste your time.

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Scubasteve303Dec 28, 2019

Well, it was a great movie for children. Really dumb children. There are so many things wrong with this movie I don’t even know where to start. I’ll sum it up as a waste of time and money.

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MasterNodaDec 28, 2019

Pretty entertaining when you just watch it and turn your brain off, but the second the movie ends and you start to really think about each plot point and what happened, everything start to fall apart; more questions end up being asked thanPretty entertaining when you just watch it and turn your brain off, but the second the movie ends and you start to really think about each plot point and what happened, everything start to fall apart; more questions end up being asked than answered. Its clear the trilogy had absolutely no plan at all, and this is the collapse of that. Not exactly what you want from a final movie in a trilogy.… Expand

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WhiteRevanSageDec 28, 2019

Thank you JJ Abrams for the Star Wars movie of my dreams. Many of the problems of the previous Star Wars movies were corrected, and the inspiration you took from the books was very satisfying.

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bosrs1Dec 28, 2019

Well, it was a movie... sort of. First 30 minutes are like they’re rapid fire launching parts of a movie at your eyes. And it really should be called Star Wars: The Great Macguffin Hunt. I mean it did have some good scenes, which is more thanWell, it was a movie... sort of. First 30 minutes are like they’re rapid fire launching parts of a movie at your eyes. And it really should be called Star Wars: The Great Macguffin Hunt. I mean it did have some good scenes, which is more than I can say for Last Jedi. But almost nothing felt earned. It’s blatantly clear that the villain was shoehorned in after TLJ left the trilogy without one other than emo Kylo. And they clearly were trying to retcon TLJ out despite what JJ said. But in my opinion they didn’t go far enough. And the fact this came out the same week as The Mandalorian’s finale, which was a stellar ride through the Star Wars universe... just laid bare Rise of Skywalker’s inadequacies.… Expand

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TheWaffleDec 28, 2019

Watching Rey and Kylo Ren battle on the ruined remains of the Death Star feels like such an appropriate and pathetic metaphor for Episode 9. Rise of Skywalker is like a dog picking at the leftovers of something that's been dead for years. TheWatching Rey and Kylo Ren battle on the ruined remains of the Death Star feels like such an appropriate and pathetic metaphor for Episode 9. Rise of Skywalker is like a dog picking at the leftovers of something that's been dead for years. The Last Jedi was bad, but that movie didn't force them to center Episode 9 around a fleet of 10,000 star destroyers, each armed with a Death Star laser. The plot was nonsensical, there are so many plot holes and logical inconsistencies, and the pacing was so jarringly fast. The cast and special effects departments did a great job, but it was in service of a contrived script. There are so many moments that are meant to tug at your heart strings, but I just felt nothing.… Expand

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ninjamammothDec 28, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this movie was utter crap. it has shown how incompetent jj abrams and Kennedy are. they did not even bother to do research on the lore or any of the canon star wars material. this movie has done anakin and many of the main characters a disservice. I truly hope this is the last of star wars disney is going to make because it like kicking a dead horse over and over. I cannot watch anymore of this nonsense. do not watch it if you are a true star wars fan. the plot holes in this saga are enormous.… Expand

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superfieldsDec 28, 2019

Glad its over, an overblown messy finale that tries to course correct with nostalgia. Basically it sucked. I nearly fell asleep a few times.

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googajoobDec 28, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I suspect JJ Abrams took every major fan theory that has been floating around the internet for the last 4 years an inserted them into his script .The end result is a convoluted mess of a plot that comes across like fan fiction . I think basically was trying to appease fandom too much and this is a film that that while strong in spectacle is ultimately devoid of any creative flare and originality .A certain high profile character from the prequel and original trilogies is brought back with little explanation . While not as contentious as the Last Jedi , lacking some of the childish aspects of the Phantom Menace and being slightly more original than The Force Awakens ( although it does repeat some aspects of Return of the Jedi ) it is still the worst of the episodic Star Wars movies . It devalues the events in Return of the Jedi and brings the Skywalker saga to an unsatisfying conclusion .… Expand

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SaezDec 28, 2019

The movie is 100% enjoyable and it's a good choice for casual fan
Personaly found it to flat and superficial due to a poorly argumented dialogue which leaves many questions
Also, have some new characters been badly introduced to the saga.The movie is 100% enjoyable and it's a good choice for casual fan
Personaly found it to flat and superficial due to a poorly argumented dialogue which leaves many questions
Also, have some new characters been badly introduced to the saga.
Aside of that, the music composed by John Williams is, if not more, as good as the rest one from any other movie from the saga, just magnificent… Expand

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molerDec 28, 2019

This trilogy will be remembered forever as, the disney trilogy bad.
You really do a trilogy and nobody says but what the crap is this? I still don't understand how someone disney responsible for this "trilogy" has resigned.
It seems that thisThis trilogy will be remembered forever as, the disney trilogy bad.
You really do a trilogy and nobody says but what the crap is this? I still don't understand how someone disney responsible for this "trilogy" has resigned.
It seems that this movie has been made by someone who does not know star wars and only tries to please fans in the only way he thinks is the best, crushing old characters, inventing powers that destroy any type of meaning in the canon.
The best thing you can do, Disney, is to make us forget about this BAD DISNEY TRILOGY. saying goodbye to all those responsible for this nonsense and assuming your mistake.… Expand

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silvermagDec 28, 2019

I did not expect "jj" and Disney to do so bad work, the plot gallops, threads from previous views have been ignored. Jumping from scene to scene. The atmosphere was not built, there was no logic, shortcuts that are incomprehensible to someoneI did not expect "jj" and Disney to do so bad work, the plot gallops, threads from previous views have been ignored. Jumping from scene to scene. The atmosphere was not built, there was no logic, shortcuts that are incomprehensible to someone who has not read books, etc. - such a big disappointment. I give 4 for the effects but everything else is very bad, I could mention for a long time, it would be better if the film was taken by people from rouge one or solo. Poor work for the end of the saga… Expand

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kleindropperDec 28, 2019

It has a few moments; moments that should have had a lot more impact if not for the huge mistakes of The Last Jedi. JJ tried his best to string together something that made sense after the total waste of the middle movie, but ruined much ofIt has a few moments; moments that should have had a lot more impact if not for the huge mistakes of The Last Jedi. JJ tried his best to string together something that made sense after the total waste of the middle movie, but ruined much of the Star Wars lore in doing it. Hyperspeed skipping (I guess gravity wells aren't a problem any more)? Sith wayfinders? Horses riding on the top of spaceships? Palpatine returning with zero explanation? Massive fleets and millions of Imperial personnel sitting in ice for 30+ years twiddling their thumbs? Death Star weapons fit on star destroyers now? Force ghosts may as well be live people? Vader's sacrifice means nothing? I'm starting to wonder if Kennedy, Abrams, and the Lucasfilm story group have ever seen any of the previous movies or read anything done under Lucas? Oh well, it's over; let's hope Filoni gets the job to fix things for the future.… Expand

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Pop_RivettDec 28, 2019

The biggest problem with this film is that there is simply too much film. It's as though J J Abrams decided that this was the final chance to slam every Star Wars idea he could think of into a single episode. It almost felt like they hadThe biggest problem with this film is that there is simply too much film. It's as though J J Abrams decided that this was the final chance to slam every Star Wars idea he could think of into a single episode. It almost felt like they had decided not only to tie up every loose end, but then spent a few brainstorming sessions to come up with some new loose ends just to tie them up again. This isn't helped by Abram's signature style of jamming as many action scenes, chases, smashes, fights, and smart-arse quips into every possible second.

Don't get me wrong, there's a great film in there. It's just swamped by a frantic slew of images and actions that never quite gives enough space to develop plot tension or let us care for the characters. A few bits of filmic surgery, such as amputating the unnecessary plot about finding a secret map across the stars, but first finding the secret dagger that will lead to the secret map, but first finding the secret space-ship in the forbidden desert that contains the clue to the dagger to the map... you get the idea. This wholly unnecessary opening sub-plot takes over an hour and destroys any sense of momentum that the film could have had. Once the film hits its stride, such as the magnificent clash between Rey and Kylo Ren on old imperial ruins in the middle of a violent ocean, it does really well. But by the time we get there, we're already exhausted from the non-stop action that doesn't seem to go anywhere much.

Some day, I think someone needs to sit Mr Abrams down and have a little chat about tight editing and superfluous plots.… Expand

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