Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: December 20, 2019
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realjaytheboomMar 9, 2022
Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker: To celebrate May the 4th it’s time to finally review this masterpiece with spoilers. First it’s great to have J.J Abrams back in the directors chair, nothing was wrong with Ryan Johnson but with Abrams it’s aStar Wars The Rise of Skywalker: To celebrate May the 4th it’s time to finally review this masterpiece with spoilers. First it’s great to have J.J Abrams back in the directors chair, nothing was wrong with Ryan Johnson but with Abrams it’s a whole different beast entirely. Everything looks great all the effects are outstandingly beautiful, the whole cast is still great but it’s even better to have Harrison Ford come back as Han again I lost it in the theater. But I think the big stand out is Adam Driver aka Kylo Ren he gets so much development in the movie it’s crazy, I went from hating him to loving him. But the big thing is Palpatine and Rey that is something the fan base was not ready for and it was a great. The final battle was the best in the franchise because of all the voices of the fallen Jedi. Overall the best Star Wars movie of all time having the entire Star Wars cast from the past movies come back was amazing, go watch this now it just became available on Disney+.… Expand
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TimmooreJun 12, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Some nice visuals but didn't make a lot of sense. Characters like Finn underutilised. The palpatine thing felt rushed, maybe should have been foreshadowed in the previous two films. Also didn't understand why the death star wreck exists, i'm sure it was blown to smitherines iin ROTJ? Could go on with plenty more nit picking but you get the idea.… Expand
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redtrekDec 19, 2019
There were some parts that were entertaining. I genuinely felt a range of emotions, at least at times. But quite a lot of it was also confusing, infuriating or ridiculous. My overall impression is that it's a movie to be laughed at ratherThere were some parts that were entertaining. I genuinely felt a range of emotions, at least at times. But quite a lot of it was also confusing, infuriating or ridiculous. My overall impression is that it's a movie to be laughed at rather than lauded.… Expand
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teatomNov 14, 2021
By far the worst Star Wars movie, and in many ways one of the worst pieces of entertainment, made by a big studio, for many decades.
Obviously, Disney has some people in charge, who are simply not capable in their jobs.
The basics ofBy far the worst Star Wars movie, and in many ways one of the worst pieces of entertainment, made by a big studio, for many decades.
Obviously, Disney has some people in charge, who are simply not capable in their jobs.
The basics of character-driven stories are something which need to be adhered to. Not understanding why, or even what they are, is something executives demonstrated when they green-lit The Last Jedi's script.
The Rise of Skywalker is the result.
Let this be a lesson to all studios and franchise custodians alike. Letting people who don't even understand the basic rules of storytelling, at a first year English student level, hold ultimate power over the story of the biggest and most valuable franchise, the world has ever created, will end badly.
It did.
Very badly.… Expand
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jcanfisDec 19, 2019
Technically flawless special effects, sound round and music placement and beautifull space locations. The sith planets feels as dark and hopeless as i would like to.

Unfortunetlly this movie has also terrible flaws. JJ ABrahms tries toTechnically flawless special effects, sound round and music placement and beautifull space locations. The sith planets feels as dark and hopeless as i would like to.

Unfortunetlly this movie has also terrible flaws. JJ ABrahms tries to remake all of the decisions made for part 8. This is not a flaw but the steps which need to be taken to fix the plot of ROTJ are way to much. The logic mistakes are so severe that they feel disrupting.
The characters are so overpowered they feel misplaced. The entire movie looks only into the past and the characters have no visions and targets in their lives.

I'm unsure if i rate it a 6 or 7. The flawless technical, sound and visual part is a 10 but the overpowered husks of characters in a weird plot puzzle are a 1.… Expand
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LeMiserableJan 4, 2020
I made an account just to write how bad it was, especially the second half. Just pretend that the sequels don't exist. What a mess that was ... I'm speechless.
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bluuukDec 21, 2019
What the hell was that? Talk about ruining a generation of magical movies #notmystarwars
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KromioDec 24, 2019
You can't take Star Wars serious anymore. All 3 movies are a disgrace for Star Wars and it's fans.
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bartcbemDec 21, 2019
Its just sad, very very sad. It wouldn't even pass as a fan fiction with its massive plot hole and ridiculous "plot twists" that just don't make any sense. There is some very nice spectacle here and there but even this dont salvage thisIts just sad, very very sad. It wouldn't even pass as a fan fiction with its massive plot hole and ridiculous "plot twists" that just don't make any sense. There is some very nice spectacle here and there but even this dont salvage this movie. Once more we saw that there were no grand plan for the story of the new trilogy. Thankfully its over now.… Expand
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DiogaDec 22, 2019
This movie represents what happens when something goes in multiple studies. The plot felted like a weird fan fiction writen by 12 year old.
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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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MosenguvuDec 20, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To much nostalgia. They need to move the franchise forward not regurgitate same story… Expand
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TaikmanaDec 20, 2019
This is by far the worst Star Wars movie ever made. I would rather watch the Clone Wars animated movie than this dumpster fire. Rey is by far the worst fictional character ever created. She has no flaws and has zero character growth since weThis is by far the worst Star Wars movie ever made. I would rather watch the Clone Wars animated movie than this dumpster fire. Rey is by far the worst fictional character ever created. She has no flaws and has zero character growth since we were introduced to her in the Force Awakens. She has never struggle with anything and is in god mode the entire time. She never lost any battle at any time through 3 movies. Just pathetic.… Expand
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Xxcs11xxDec 21, 2019
Not even worthy of the title of Star Wars. Shouldnt even be canon. Just another Disney cash grab.
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DefonsatorDec 21, 2019
I hated TLJ but this one take the cake.
"Rey who? Rey Skywalker."
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How about NO ?
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Dan_CruiseDec 21, 2019
Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise Of Skywalker, is the final nail in the coffin for the death of the franchise. But we all already knew this was gonna be the case back in 2012...
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hevansDec 23, 2019
Honestly... don't waste your hard-earned cash watching this movie. This is, objectively, the WORST Star Wars movie ever made. The movie is rushed, emotionless, SJW to the extreme, and most importantly... it ignores almost all lore/canonHonestly... don't waste your hard-earned cash watching this movie. This is, objectively, the WORST Star Wars movie ever made. The movie is rushed, emotionless, SJW to the extreme, and most importantly... it ignores almost all lore/canon regarding the force and the Jedi. There are more half-assed scenes crammed in to these 2.2 hours than there are grains of sand on a beach.… Expand
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MoravicusDec 23, 2019
Save our sterling or shekels if you like. Hollywood, nostalgia triumphs over me. Shame on me I have been tricked (not) once but hopefully the last time. Imagine there is no Star Wars in the title and there are no big names (like J.J. Abrams,Save our sterling or shekels if you like. Hollywood, nostalgia triumphs over me. Shame on me I have been tricked (not) once but hopefully the last time. Imagine there is no Star Wars in the title and there are no big names (like J.J. Abrams, Yoda and Skywalker) so it would be easily the most embarrasing Sci-fi of this decade. I don´t know if I am truly sad (and old) or angry but I am not (after all these years) target consumer...May the force be with me.… Expand
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eugenionicolasDec 23, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unfortunately, one of the worst movies in Star Wars. JJ threw away everything Rian Johnson established. JJ wanted to please all the fans who complained and can't stand the change in character, read some Reddit theories and the movie came out horrible as we saw it in the movies. Sadly, I wanted a decent ending for Kylo Ren and Rey herself. But unfortunately, JJ wanted to please all the crying fans.… Expand
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ArtTherapyDec 23, 2019
This film was released 'as' the final installment of the saga, but it is truly not part of the story at all. It is the 3rd in a series of snuff flicks designed to kill off characters that Disney had to pay royalties to use. You will noticeThis film was released 'as' the final installment of the saga, but it is truly not part of the story at all. It is the 3rd in a series of snuff flicks designed to kill off characters that Disney had to pay royalties to use. You will notice that by the end, there are no traces of them left, and now the franchise can move forward and be 100% profitable.
What this means for fans is at the very least a feeling of betrayal, and being literally robbed of an honest continuation of a story that we have all invested in, and which has become a cultural treasure. I cannot even rate this film with a score of 1 or more because it is absolutely NOT an honest continuation of the original trilogy or prequels. It is corporate vandalism, and deserves a 0. If you read this, please save your money and don't promote this kind of behavior.… Expand
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YounglionDec 23, 2019
I've specially created an account to vote and write a review. This is the WORST Star Wars movie I've ever seen. Compared to this one, Phantom Menace is a masterpiece. I'm very disappointed how the saga ended.
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PabloLeonDec 23, 2019
Bits and pieces of previous cuts, destroys previous Star Wars history, great special effects but no content. Non sense disorganized plot.
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kshak68Dec 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Does not follow the first two movies of this trilogy. It even retcons established canon from both movies. Reduces established roles of Finn, Poe, and Rose to stereotypical garbage. Sadly, they kill the actual last Skywalker and give Rey his name. There is no emotion on Rey’s face, no mourning when Ben passes. They could have done something good with this movie. Instead they listened to the boys on Reddit and gave us this farce.… Expand
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PholtyDec 27, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie, as well as the rest of the sequel trilogy, have made the original trilogy and the prequels trilogy redundant. Anakin and Luke aren't the chosen ones anymore. Rey is. Palpatine wasn't killed by a redeemed Anakin Skywalker. Rey did it.

It seems like Disney wants to remove the legacy of the original Star Wars film which they have done successfully.… Expand
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movie-reviewer2Dec 28, 2019
TROS is a bad movie for a couple of main reasons. First, it sought to undo what it perceived as shortcomings in the previous movie (which, by the way, was a critical and box-office success), a situation that created a distracting andTROS is a bad movie for a couple of main reasons. First, it sought to undo what it perceived as shortcomings in the previous movie (which, by the way, was a critical and box-office success), a situation that created a distracting and confounding sense of a movie trilogy at war with itself. Second, notwithstanding its misguided attempt to "correct" the prior installment, it is simply a bad movie, with huge plot holes (the emperor is alive? how?); unexplained superpowers; rushed, paper-thin story-telling, with very little intrigue and complexity; and stilted, by-the-numbers acting, that border on cringe in some instances. As someone who has watched all the Star Wars movies, I would rank this as the worse installment in the canon.… Expand
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XerxseaJan 2, 2020
Easily the worst in the star wars franchise to date. while having good cinematography, ROS is completely lacking in story and any shred of character development. poking plot holes in literally every star wars movie to date. A ROS feels likeEasily the worst in the star wars franchise to date. while having good cinematography, ROS is completely lacking in story and any shred of character development. poking plot holes in literally every star wars movie to date. A ROS feels like they went on reddit to get a plot together and somehow managed to mash together every theory, with an ending as anticlimactic as ever. i left the theatre feeling as though i wish they would never make a star wars movie again. don't watch it if you have any shred of respect for the franchise.… Expand
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PepitosJan 6, 2020
It has been a great loss for me to see this movie as it didn’t vaguely match the lowest of my expectations. As a matter of fact I fell asleep. And I am a lover of the saga. I don’t understand what did they do with this. JJ AbramsIt has been a great loss for me to see this movie as it didn’t vaguely match the lowest of my expectations. As a matter of fact I fell asleep. And I am a lover of the saga. I don’t understand what did they do with this. JJ Abrams unrecognizable here. Disney really destroyed this One...… Expand
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BlackburryMay 10, 2020
I’m literally only giving this a 10 to try to balance out the terrible reviews. Meta critic is toxic and known for people being babies and deflating scores with 0s.

Realistically the movie is a 6 or 7. It’s watchable and I found itI’m literally only giving this a 10 to try to balance out the terrible reviews. Meta critic is toxic and known for people being babies and deflating scores with 0s.

Realistically the movie is a 6 or 7. It’s watchable and I found it entertaining. Personally thought Abrams’ did a good job cleaning up the mess that was The Last Jedi and I give him props for that. They should of just let him direct all 3 of these movies and I promise this trilogy would of actually had an impact.… Expand
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elolugoDec 20, 2019
Not ALL the movie is bad, some moments are WTF if you know about star wars lore. The expectation was high especially after killing snoke in the prior film. I think only fans of the original saga are the most salty about this film.
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KoolMBDec 22, 2019
Disappointing..............................................................
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Crazyking14Dec 20, 2019
Didn't went to see it, but I knew it was gonna be bad when the makers of this movie were insulting fans and evan betrayed George Lucas. Kathleen Kennedy is the most dumb women in the world right now and I hope she dies or gets fired. TheDidn't went to see it, but I knew it was gonna be bad when the makers of this movie were insulting fans and evan betrayed George Lucas. Kathleen Kennedy is the most dumb women in the world right now and I hope she dies or gets fired. The Disney trilogy of Star Wars was just ****… Expand
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RudydyDec 22, 2019
No drama. Even worst than the force awaken. Pour last trilogie. They could have just left at the end of The return of the jedi
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Person11Dec 27, 2019
Plot and character development in these Disney messes literally feels like it comes from a somewhat smart fourth grader
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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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thedaarkbattyDec 27, 2019
The only positive thing I can say about Rise of Skywalker is that it was so bad that it makes Attack of the Clones look good in comparison.
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NotJackDumbZDec 20, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I hate Disney and I hope that Jason from middle school sees that I gave it a 0 so that he starts crying in the corner ( in all seriousness I have no plan in watching rise of sky walker and I gave it a 0 just as a joke)… Expand
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SirEpicPigeonDec 20, 2019
Did I have a good time? Yes. Do I think this movie is good? No.

The sad thing is, this movie isn't the problem, The last Jedi is. Because the previous instalment completely ignored the setup that The Force Awakens did, Rise of Skywalker hadDid I have a good time? Yes. Do I think this movie is good? No.

The sad thing is, this movie isn't the problem, The last Jedi is. Because the previous instalment completely ignored the setup that The Force Awakens did, Rise of Skywalker had to do a lot of cleanup, too much cleanup. The first half of this movie was great fun and I had a great time. But the second half is where the problem lies. Rey is too powerful, I won't spoil anything but her power level doesn't feel earned. She should have spend the entire previous movie training, we only get a glimpse of training during this movie.

The current metascore is a 5.7. In my opinion the movie deserves a 6.5. But absolutely not a 7 so my metascore is a 6. Go see it if you want to know how it ends, I'm happy I went, it was fun. But do not expect anything groundbreaking.… Expand
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LaSh4wn328Dec 20, 2019
they didn't make finn and poe gay for each other, this isn't the movie I was promised Disney!

why is the emperor back???
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moviemitch96Dec 20, 2019
I have not cared for this new trilogy of films at all, so this review is going to be pretty biased against it. But anyway, this film was no exception for my high distaste of these newest films. Rushed and half-baked plot points, severeI have not cared for this new trilogy of films at all, so this review is going to be pretty biased against it. But anyway, this film was no exception for my high distaste of these newest films. Rushed and half-baked plot points, severe mishandling of beloved and classic characters (some very obvious de-aging and stunt doubling used for Carrie Fisher towards the end, rest her soul), forced dialogue/moments, and very obvious fan service are abundant in this final film on the trilogy, even more so than in the already weak two previous films before this one. It's as if JJ Abrams felt the need to try and cater to everybody by going way too overboard on the fan service and predictability, as well as trying to tie everything up in a nice little bow as much as possible, which just didn't work for me. It came across more like an overly eager fanboy directing this rather than JJ Abrams most of the time. Furthermore, it follows the plot arcs and tropes of so many previous films in the series, most notably Return of the Jedi in very predictable fashion. Granted, it's got its exciting moments, but the cons really do outweigh the pros here for me. Overall, what was already a very weak and unnecessary trilogy for me couldn't have ended in a more painfully forced, obvious, and predictable way. Most of this is really nothing we haven't seen before.… Expand
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roastlittlebirdDec 20, 2019
It seems JJ did have a plan for the 3 movies, however RJ decided to do his own thing. Problem is, this is a movie trilogy and you can't just go maverick in the middle because you don't like the OT. 3 Points for JJ.

The movie itself isIt seems JJ did have a plan for the 3 movies, however RJ decided to do his own thing. Problem is, this is a movie trilogy and you can't just go maverick in the middle because you don't like the OT. 3 Points for JJ.

The movie itself is boring, stupid, desperate. It is trying to explain every **** RJ put in his Ep 8.… Expand
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McMuffinextremeDec 22, 2019
Embarrassing. The director, screen writers, actors, artists and everyone involved in the quarter billion dollar production should be ashamed. Was worse than the Last Jedi and painfully long.
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Kimber13Jan 7, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The pacing was rushed. The dialogue was clunky and largely unmemorable when Star Wars is usually very quotable. The line "Your parents sold you to protect you" made me cringe. The characters were flat except for Ben Solo. Rey was regressed and felt weak. She seemed to lack any agency, but that was the case with most of the characters. The plot just happened to them. The only good part was the Ben Solo and the kiss. But Ben Solo has no lines, and his only purpose in the climax was to help Palpatine revive himself using the force bond then get knocked into a ravine. The kiss and his smile were beautiful for 10 seconds, but then he dies and just disappears. The writers could have found a way for him to live but they stuck to the tired and depressing trope that redemption is found only in death. Rey is not shown to mourn him, he is never mentioned again, and is not shown as a force ghost alongside his mother and uncle at the end. There is no closure for his character. Rey ends up alone, her soulmate is dead. It feels like the message is that women need to be alone if they want to be heroes. Also, if you ever did anything truly wrong, even if you redeem yourself, you should die to that a better person should live. Just become an organ donor and kill yourself. That is the moral this Disney movie left me with.

Never has a film destroyed me emotionally in ways no other film ever did. They undermined the happy ending of the original trilogy to make way for the sequel trilogy, and then ended it in tragedy. I don't think I will ever be able to watch or re-watch a Star Wars movie or show again. I will no longer be going to the Galaxy Edge park. I don't need to burst into tears in public when I see Kylo Ren walking around. I need Ben Solo back.… Expand
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CaelDec 22, 2019
Absolutely horrible end to a horrible trilogy. Kennedy should be fired. I cannot express in words how many ways this trilogy went wrong. We wanted Like Han and the Skywalkers. Not Rey the Mary Sue idiot.
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OleksandrFromUaDec 20, 2019
Дуже розчарований сюжетом.Ставлю 1 за сюжет та 4 за спецефекти.
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MarkanDec 19, 2019
I expected more fight with light sabers , this was sooo boring..please give us rogue one or smth more because we want real fights.
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Jako777Dec 20, 2019
Good action/adventure movie. Not a Star Wars Movie, nor the spirit of SW.
JJ Abrahams was too scared to be a SW movie director.
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BarnyDec 23, 2019
I did not like it despite the great costumes, photography, CGI, special effects. The way the lack of a story is executed is more mediocre than poor. Some B-movies have more heart than this. Many liked it, more power to them.
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coojaApr 29, 2020
One of the worst movies of all time, this movie won't make any sense 90% of the time, there's no story development, using CGI for deceased actors is just distasteful, there is alot of SJW nonsense forced in your face (if you care about thatOne of the worst movies of all time, this movie won't make any sense 90% of the time, there's no story development, using CGI for deceased actors is just distasteful, there is alot of SJW nonsense forced in your face (if you care about that sort of stuff), the worst cameos, the worst one-liners that make NO SENSE, urgh i regret watching this, i wish i could erase it from memory, this movie is as if no-one wrote it, its more like a montage of just randome Star Wars things, oo an X-wing, oo the Millennium Falcon, which BTW is this movies ONLY saving grace.… Expand
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Vicious43Dec 24, 2019
Disney is trying to ruin the franchise. 8 and 9 should be made money cannon
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laeknir45Dec 24, 2019
Star Wars the Rise of Skywalker is a deeply disappointing dumpster fire of a movie. I’ll admit that I didn’t like the previous films in this trilogy, but this “finale” is a soulless mishmash of terrible “remember this? let’s F that up!” andStar Wars the Rise of Skywalker is a deeply disappointing dumpster fire of a movie. I’ll admit that I didn’t like the previous films in this trilogy, but this “finale” is a soulless mishmash of terrible “remember this? let’s F that up!” and "go fetch this thing, now go fetch that thing" writing with an ending that totally stomps all over the heroic journey of Luke & Leia. This is all done in favor of a BORING blatant Mary Sue character (Rey) and her shoddily written pals. It’s entirely awful, and the ending is insulting to fans and worse than bad fanfic. Avoid it. JJ Abrams should never be allowed to work on anything ever again; though honestly we all knew that when Lost ended in a pile of stupid.… Expand
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MasterMagicDec 28, 2019
Potential purposefully thrown away. To say that upfront I HAVE a lot of positive things to say about previous Disney EPISODIC entries.

This should had been the movie that would engrave the sequel trilogy as well-made one, the one thatPotential purposefully thrown away. To say that upfront I HAVE a lot of positive things to say about previous Disney EPISODIC entries.

This should had been the movie that would engrave the sequel trilogy as well-made one, the one that respected all that came before and stood on its own, but it doesn't do any of that. Instead, it became THE WORST Star Wars movie that spits on its predecesors for story convenience, which is for the most part an unsensical fan catering, zero intelligence garbage with no sense of pacing, rhythm or even emotion really. Half-way through, after a certain reveal it brings this anxious dread evoking the worst possible story progression one could ever think of and it happens to be stronger and stronger while the movie rushes to the finish line. Leaving you with no emotion, only apathy.

When internet fandom split into two separate camps (one more vocal than the other), after TLJ premier, something miraculous had happened. Disney or JJ with Terrio somehow thought it would be a marvelous idea to retcon any story progression from the previous movie, ignore fans who defended TLJ for two long years and try to appease fans who hated it. Ultimately, no one likes this movie, because it is far from being one. Desperate and safe attempt for damage control effectively erasing this sequel trilogy from canon.… Expand
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smokingboritoDec 26, 2019
Saw this online, the best parts in it were the ad breaks for gambling sites.
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hitzestauDec 26, 2019
And J.J. Abrams strikes again... he truly is the "destroyer of franchises". First he killed Star Trek and now Star Wars. It is sad to see, how this 40 year-old saga has come to an end, it would have deserved a much better ending with moreAnd J.J. Abrams strikes again... he truly is the "destroyer of franchises". First he killed Star Trek and now Star Wars. It is sad to see, how this 40 year-old saga has come to an end, it would have deserved a much better ending with more respect to what has been established before.… Expand
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malonehartDec 24, 2019
It continues what The Last Jedi started in killing off the integrity of the original trilogy. It makes sure that the audience is aware that everything we believed about Star Wars was wrong. The Skywalkers are failures in this trilogy.
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amralchalatiDec 21, 2019
It's pretenses and milking fans nostalgia. Don't west your time and watch it.
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boracDec 23, 2019
DISNEY IS NOT CANON. worst than the last jedi, the last jedi was the worst movie of all time by far and now is this piece of trash, JJ Abrahams, Rian Johnson Kathleen Kennedy, they are the perpetrators of the destruction of this fantasticDISNEY IS NOT CANON. worst than the last jedi, the last jedi was the worst movie of all time by far and now is this piece of trash, JJ Abrahams, Rian Johnson Kathleen Kennedy, they are the perpetrators of the destruction of this fantastic saga, FORGET DISNEY FANFIC TRILOGY… Expand
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juniorneo2Dec 23, 2019
The last films of the series are very bad, this last one is the last one I see. I never want to know about this movie again.
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TriploZeroDec 21, 2019
..A walk of atonement is a public ritual of punishment and penance in the Faith of the Seven. It demands a confessed sinner to walk a certain distance stripped of all clothing, exposed to the eyes and jeers of the population.
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arzati899Dec 22, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disney arruino la saga con Rey, la saga tenia magia y ahora se convirtio en algo que tiene que ser politicamente correcto.… Expand
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FuffoloDec 22, 2019
This movie is full of fanservice, first of all, they resuscitate Palpatine because they haven't good ideas for this chapter
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TylerPadillaDec 20, 2019
Many fans will be left unfulfilled, and for some it will be suffice. Lacking any originality TROS is pure fan service with a messy plot, and a somewhat satisfying ride of Star Wars joy. It's unfortunate that it's the end, and even moreMany fans will be left unfulfilled, and for some it will be suffice. Lacking any originality TROS is pure fan service with a messy plot, and a somewhat satisfying ride of Star Wars joy. It's unfortunate that it's the end, and even more unfortunate that it didn't end the proper way it should have. But with a film like "The Last Jedi", it's hard to recover from that.… Expand
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Mrsdr111Dec 21, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disgusting level of fan service, pandering to the worst, stupidest type of fan.… Expand
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SimonTsankovDec 22, 2019
The plot was all over the place. We were on different places doing different stuff each minute which couldnt let you think about what has happened and why. And really it for the better because nothing really makes sense. There are numerousThe plot was all over the place. We were on different places doing different stuff each minute which couldnt let you think about what has happened and why. And really it for the better because nothing really makes sense. There are numerous plot holes and light saber duels are terrible. They slam with the sabers like they are children fighting with sticks or bats. The movie does not even care if it breaks star wars cannon or how the universe works.… Expand
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KaspersaiDec 22, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie was horrible. Wooden cheesy lines delivered by people who cannot emote. The battles made no sense tactically, or even visually. It moves a mile a minute but gives us no reason to care why. It isn’t even an action movie those have more depth. Good going abrams you made another movie that is lackluster and boring and the main character is as bland as tapioca. She wins, but why care.… Expand
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DarthKennedyDec 23, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Star Wars: The Rise of Plot Holes. **** this **** disney trilogy! #TheyFlyNow #SoloLostMoney… Expand
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PhilosophUADec 23, 2019
I love SW. Love it so much! And SW9 killed this love. It was boring from the 1/3 of the movie. It wasn't fun at all. I hope I won't be forced to rewatch it for the second time. I beg my mind to vanish my memory about SW9... Baby "yoda" fromI love SW. Love it so much! And SW9 killed this love. It was boring from the 1/3 of the movie. It wasn't fun at all. I hope I won't be forced to rewatch it for the second time. I beg my mind to vanish my memory about SW9... Baby "yoda" from The Mandalorian worth much more, then whole New Awful Trilogy... Shame you, Disney. Shame you, Abrams. Rian Johnson, forgive us, because your controversial SW8 wasn't even close to that boring trash without essence, that was named as "The Rise of Skywalker"...… Expand
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JfroemelDec 23, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If Rian Johnson didn't screw up. I can only imagine how awesome REI would have been if her character was developed correctly. It is sad that stories have been turned into these hot messes.… Expand
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MdeaubeyDec 23, 2019
Worst Star Wars movie of the whole saga. Was bored the whole time, never felt engaged. The last third of the movie is the worst part, the fights are lame. Nothing felt consistent between these three films. JJ should apologize for ruining theWorst Star Wars movie of the whole saga. Was bored the whole time, never felt engaged. The last third of the movie is the worst part, the fights are lame. Nothing felt consistent between these three films. JJ should apologize for ruining the franchise.… Expand
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KaylaluvsmoviesDec 23, 2019
My heart actually HURTS and I am angry, leaving this theater! When an entire beautiful saga of the older Star Wars and all it’s characters, end with a film that can’t even evoke any other emotion but rage, disappointment and a feeling of soMy heart actually HURTS and I am angry, leaving this theater! When an entire beautiful saga of the older Star Wars and all it’s characters, end with a film that can’t even evoke any other emotion but rage, disappointment and a feeling of so much unfulfilled, it was an EPIC FAIL.… Expand
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kAran_Dec 23, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. JJ : STAR WARS Episode 9: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER
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SSSsanthDec 23, 2019
There is not a single scene or even a single second of this movie which does not contain some kind of massive logical fallacy which even a child could spot.

It is actually astounding that any human could read the script for this movie andThere is not a single scene or even a single second of this movie which does not contain some kind of massive logical fallacy which even a child could spot.

It is actually astounding that any human could read the script for this movie and allow it to be made. In addition to the nonsensical plot the movie is incredibly badly paced. Characters and locations skip by with no sense or reason. One minute you're on a desert planet, then an ice world, then a jungle and it's really impossible to tell why. The characters chase pointless macguffins in order to complete quests and perform actions which make no logical sense at all. The action scenes are also tirelessly dull. The direction is bland and boring, the choreography is non existent. The space battles are a mess of explosion effects with no cohesion. There's not even a decent lightsaber fight. It's just so dull. So dull and messy and boring. Every line of dialogue is either retconning events from a previous movie or absolute direct-to-the-audience exposition. All facts are delivered at least 3 times, just in case you missed it. But it doesn't matter if you did because it's all ultimately pointless. All of the characters are awful. Directionless one-liner spouting pointless plot devices. There are no arcs, there is no development. There is barely even a struggle. Rey is an omnipotent plot device, whose force abilities come and go on a whim depending on the needs of the script. This is not only easily the worst star wars movie to date, but probably one of the most poorly constructed and badly written movies to ever hit the cinema. I'm not joking. I wanted to walk out. Anyone who posts an even half way decent review of this movie is either a shill for Disney or an utter moron. It makes the Phantom Menace look like a masterpiece.… Expand
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Boss195Dec 23, 2019
To be honest i expected nothing from this film and was still let down. Thats a hands down worst Star Wars film ever created. This film has complete lack of story telling and is just terribly executed. I hope Disney will never make any newTo be honest i expected nothing from this film and was still let down. Thats a hands down worst Star Wars film ever created. This film has complete lack of story telling and is just terribly executed. I hope Disney will never make any new Star Wars movies ever again. Completly ruined franchaise.… Expand
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Armin_Dec 23, 2019
This movies looks and sounds great.
But that's It what you can expect from a 250mio budget movie.
The Story is absolut nonsense.
Just a chaotic and plott with endless flaws.
Sorry this feels more like a fan fantasy from a 14 years old
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Username123321Dec 24, 2019
Movie was really hard to watch like a train wreck, in that way you can’t stop you know
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Hajek2721Dec 24, 2019
Plot less... Incoherent, silly, stupid... Force Transport?? Wtf.... Emperor back out of no where. This just sucked.
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Neat88Dec 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. That's the worst star wars movie ever. Trivial and predictable plot, choices inconsistent with the universe we knew. A ridiculous use of the characters introduced in the previous chapters. Rey is OP for no reason, Finn and Poe are useless. It's an incorrigible shame for Lucas and an absolute failure fsr Abrams… Expand
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Dmitriy88Dec 25, 2019
Very bad movie like the previous two parts. Everything is very, very bad! Disney Convincing Request - Stop !!!
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PollyfloweerDec 25, 2019
Save your money. Maybe catch it on Disney+ when it comes out early next year.

Want explosions and cool fights? This movie isn't terrible for that, but there are better ones. You would have a better time watching Starkiller base blow up, or aSave your money. Maybe catch it on Disney+ when it comes out early next year.

Want explosions and cool fights? This movie isn't terrible for that, but there are better ones. You would have a better time watching Starkiller base blow up, or a ship ram through a dozen First Order's than watching this. It doesn't have emotional scenes that make you believe them. No part like when Luke or Han died where you feel something. It's just dragging yourself through it, waiting for something to look cool and when you thinkk it is it lets you down.

If you came for the writing or the story? Wrong place, too. It's nonsense most of the time, like they were rushing it. Corners cut, a budget with hundreds of millions and yet they couldn't scratch up two writers to make this worth it. I can watch an old movie without the booms or the bangs if it has good writing, but the quality of this movie both visually and story wise is a massive let down. Hard pass.

TL;DR? Save your money and catch it on Disney+, no one's gonna be talking about this one.… Expand
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SavidDec 26, 2019
The movie is incredible self-serving. They create an unrealistic and unfounded issues only to solve it with the most unconventional and irrational way. The plot makes no sense and the movie constantly defies the rules of the “Star Wars” universe.
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DrPhDDec 28, 2019
Most trilogy’s have a phase for each movie being created like phase 1 then phase 2 then phase 3. This trilogy is phase 1 phase 1 phase 3 completely skipping phase 2 and having 2 beginnings. Also this movie doesn’t understand what Star Wars isMost trilogy’s have a phase for each movie being created like phase 1 then phase 2 then phase 3. This trilogy is phase 1 phase 1 phase 3 completely skipping phase 2 and having 2 beginnings. Also this movie doesn’t understand what Star Wars is and just tried to be like OG trilogy. Completely disappointed.… Expand
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gwar1997Dec 31, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the disrespect to the original trilogy is off the charts. Luke Skywalker should have been the main character. instead they try to erase him and Darth Vader completely and pass all their accomplishments to Rey. i'm not going for it! not canon!!… Expand
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Joeyi05Dec 22, 2019
Putting it simply, this trilogy was a mess. It felt more like a power struggle between two directors (Abrams and Johnson) and an incompetent producer (Kennedy), than a competent story with clear direction. At the end of the day this movie wasPutting it simply, this trilogy was a mess. It felt more like a power struggle between two directors (Abrams and Johnson) and an incompetent producer (Kennedy), than a competent story with clear direction. At the end of the day this movie was fine and had some memorable moments but the Palpatine stuff just didn't work for me. It felt like a plan b or c hail mary to save this movie and I'm totally ready to move past it. Kylo Ren/ Ben Solo does still remain one of my favorite Star Wars characters and this movie kept that feeling intact.… Expand
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gracjanskiMar 20, 2020
The movie has the same problems as the other 2 before: political correct, feminism, genderism. The story is not fitting to the Star Wars universe and is ridiculous sometimes, so I didnt take it seriously (another dead character is livingThe movie has the same problems as the other 2 before: political correct, feminism, genderism. The story is not fitting to the Star Wars universe and is ridiculous sometimes, so I didnt take it seriously (another dead character is living again lol). In addition the actors are average, especially Rey is annoying,: no, I dont want to see her teeth all the time and no, I dont want so see Finn screaming. But all these problems were not that severe as in episode 7 and 8, thats why I like this one the most of the 3 movies. And sometimes the movie was even good.
Music was annoying, because cliche music was always running.
Visually the movie was good.… Expand
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IsmalityFeb 1, 2020
They tried, but the hole created by the dumpster fire of episode 8 couldn't be climbed out of. Lots of nonsense tossed in to try to make the movie work. It's garbage. It's better than episode 8, but that's a low bar.
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mindfrothDec 23, 2019
Less a movie and more a protracted trailer reel spliced together with convenient plot points and melodramatic exposition. This is a movie with total disdain for the audience. The mystery box was empty all along. There is no story, onlyLess a movie and more a protracted trailer reel spliced together with convenient plot points and melodramatic exposition. This is a movie with total disdain for the audience. The mystery box was empty all along. There is no story, only meandering plot filler, almost as if the writers were procrastinating having to come up with interesting story ideas so they kept delaying the true story elements by extending the convoluted plot until the very last nonsensical confrontation. Imagine the plot of Empire eating up the entire film to get Luke to Dagobah through a series of item quests instead of having Obi-wan merely show up and say "You will go to the Dagobah system." They use the Force in this movie in every contrived, fantastical way possible (it's more magical than mystical now) and yet they never use it as a device to simplify the plot. This movie is unfathomably stupid.… Expand
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MrJimmyDec 22, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Felt more like a video game then a movie. A video game where you can skip all the cut scenes and you are playing with a character to high for the level.

Also bringing the emperor back negates everything that happened in the ot and it's all really just **** happened.… Expand
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rushhour2Jun 19, 2022
Utter madness. The film adds so much to Star Wars lore that hasn’t been set up in the previous 8 films. Real , real bad film making. Complete movie failure
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BlazntraxDec 22, 2019
It's entertaining but its lazy. 'The Last Jedi' made them do lots of course correction in this film. Bringing the Emperor back disrespected 'Return of the Jedi' and dismissed the fact that Anakin is the chosen one. Giving Rey God-like powersIt's entertaining but its lazy. 'The Last Jedi' made them do lots of course correction in this film. Bringing the Emperor back disrespected 'Return of the Jedi' and dismissed the fact that Anakin is the chosen one. Giving Rey God-like powers isn't consistent with what we know of the force. This movie insulted my intelligence and had too much that was far-fetched. Plus there just weren't any unforgettable moments. It wasn't as bad as TLJ but it was still disappointing.… Expand
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AgentMC84Jan 4, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am just going to say that the sequels and the prequels do not exist in my fantasy world. There are only 3 true and meaningful star wars films and those are the original 3. The best part of this movie is when it flashed back to young Luke and Leia's Jedi training, the second best part is when it was finally over.… Expand
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Abrissbirne89Dec 20, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The premise of the movie with Palpatine being back makes little sense and is not set up properly, or at all really... There is multiple such potholes thst reduce the enjoyment quite a bit. Multiple deus ex machina moments as well as fanservice at every possible second just make this daunting. It was too on the nose and lacked ambition because of it.
Now this movie ist far from perfect, but it was enjoyable at times. The conclusion is about as good as it could have been after the disaster thst was TLJ. The humor in this was also quite good and most jokes landed. Overall the movie was rushed, course corrected heavy handedly and relied solely on nostalgia to get people back on board, forgetting a good story in the process.… Expand
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TylerHach6Dec 21, 2019
Average movie.
Absolute terrible star wars movie.
Well at least the pre sequels won't be considered the worst anymore. In fact revenge of the Sith was a brilliant film. Anyway well done Disney you done **** up.
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dborgingDec 21, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a thoroughly unentertaining, borderline unwatchable movie built to service original trilogy and prequel fans through constant nods to Star Wars history and blatant reversals from the previous movie. All three films in the sequel trilogy have indicated no overarching plan. At their best, they challenged long-held beliefs and attempted to move the saga out of its comfort zone. At their worst - which Rise of Skywalker represents - they capitulate to the lowest common denominator and hope a plotless, lightsaber-fueled, "take down the hundreds of Death Star-level Star Destroyers" is appeasement enough for the audience.… Expand
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NinjaCattDec 22, 2019
Сценарий так себе, боёвка и спецэффекты на хорошем уровне. Не плохо получилось, но могли и лучше.
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Thib-oDec 21, 2019
Star Wars: Rise of the Deus Ex Machina
How much is too much? JJ should have figured it out!
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C0mmDec 21, 2019
Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie. Fanfiction the movie.
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Jiovoni09Dec 22, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Non-spoiler Review

There's things to like and things to not like about this movie. Overall, I'd say this movie was not good, but I don't blame Abrams. This movie really should have been broken up into two movies. You can tell that there was at least 1-2 hours of footage that was cut from the film because some scenes don't make any sense or have any context. The visuals and score are great, but the plot just feels completely disjointed and rushed. This was especially evident when the action was happening and I felt nothing. No excitement or thrill. They "yadda yadda'd" over some really important details.

The lightsaber battles kinda fell flat for me as well. There was one fight, in particular (won't spoil it), that felt completely choreographed. In movies, action sequences are supposed to feel organic and natural, but this particular lightsaber battle was slow bland. They kept going through the same two motions until the battle was over. It was very unsatisfying. Most of the new characters introduced in this film just felt out of place in the plot. It's like they were shoehorned into the movie just for the sake of it. However, there was one new character that I did enjoy for his comedic relief.

Overall, trying to erase TLJ is not any easy task. I felt Abrams had the deck stacked against him with trying to rewrite characters after TLJ, as well as having to deal with Leia's plot after the death of Carrie Fisher. Unfortunately, the movie results in a mess of plotholes and WTF moments that really don't pay off. I will say the one character they got right was Kylo Ren. He was probably the most developed character in the new trilogy. Other than that, I walked out of the theater feeling very disappointed. Maybe if JJ had directed all 3 movies, this trilogy would've been much better. But, as it stands, this movie gets a 5 out of 10 from me. Not a good movie, but also not the worst movie.


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Things I didn't like:

They failed to explain HOW Palpatine came back. We were just supposed to accept the first sentence in the screen crawl.

Rey is a god. There's nothing she can't do, and that makes her character boring. I don't care that she is a woman, the reason a lot of people don't like her is because she really has no struggle arc. She can do anything with little effort. She can now heal using the force (where did she learn how to do that? Leia?). In one scene, she is able to force pull an entire transport ship! This movie (and really the whole trilogy) completely undermined Anakin's saga. Why was Palpatine alive? It's like Vader died for nothing. Speaking of Palpatine, I hated how he was able to lay lowkey for all of these years but somehow amassed an army of 10,000 star destroyer ships. And how was he able to lift these ships in the air?? Then, in the last battle, he is able to shoot force lightning in the air. Not only is he able to control the lightning to hit only the resistance ships, but the lightning isn't actually destroying any ships. It's basically a glorified EMP that jams their signal and causes then to lose power. Miraculously, even though they were in the atmosphere, none of the resistance ship fell to the ground and got destroyed when they lost power.

I also didn't like how Palpatine kept using his force lightning against Rey when she was clearly deflecting it back at him. Why didn't he just stop using it?

The Chewie "death" scene was a terrible "gotcha" moment. We are to believe he died when Rey blew up the ship, but I didn't buy it for once second. And sure enough, Chewie was alive because he was actually on a second transport ship (which I don't remember seeing). There's a scene where the crew is taking out stormtroopers with blasters. They are "killing" fully armored stormtroopers with one blast. However, shortly after, Poe gets shot by a stormtrooper. With no armor, Poe is only knocked down momentarily before getting back up.

Don't get me started on the Knights of Ren. They were nothing more than a waste of potential. Hux being the mole just didn't land with me. And the way it was revealed was too goofy.

Rey kissing Kylo felt EXTREMELY out of place. I was just looking at the screen trying to figure out where that came from. I get that they had a force link, but I didn't think that Rey was actually falling in love with a guy that murdered hundreds of resistance soldier, killed his dad, tried to kill his uncle and attempted to kill his mother. There were way too many Macguffins, even for a Star Wars movie.

Things I liked:

Baboo Frik (spelling?) was the only new character I liked. The scene with Han and Ben Solo was great. Probably the best scene in the movie for me.

Chewie's emotional screams after Leia died.

Finn back to be force-sensitive after completely being disregarded in TLJ.

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JedimastermelDec 22, 2019
It is an abomination..all I will say is that episodes 1-6 is all ill ever recognize
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r0uanneJan 3, 2020
The stakes felt incredibly low and unearned, so it was impossible for me to get invested. Not only that, but all the retcons and overuse of the force made everything feel pointless and exhausting to watch. Not to mention the shallowThe stakes felt incredibly low and unearned, so it was impossible for me to get invested. Not only that, but all the retcons and overuse of the force made everything feel pointless and exhausting to watch. Not to mention the shallow relationships between the characters, bloated effects, and moronic plot contrivances. All in all, the movie was a slog to sit through, and felt utterly pandering. I could go on and on in depth about this movie and the things I didn't like about it, but I simply can't be bothered to care enough to do so.… Expand
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BearpooJan 3, 2020
The new trilogy doesn't exist for me... Dreadful and adding nothing to the original and even the prequels... This movie tried to tell a lot but nothing interesting at all, shoving new things into a world which has already better alternatives.The new trilogy doesn't exist for me... Dreadful and adding nothing to the original and even the prequels... This movie tried to tell a lot but nothing interesting at all, shoving new things into a world which has already better alternatives. And ofcourse another devilish over the top plot-line which makes no sense... Nothing makes any sense, characters don't develop, not funny, no star wars feelings... If you don't know anything about Star Wars I don't understand how you can find this enjoyable, if you like Star Wars this way of storytelling should drive you mad... Anyways, I'm glad we still have hope thanks to the Mandalorian and future series... But let the Skywalkers die now please...… Expand
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ChrisM1979Jan 3, 2020
The Rise of Skywalker clearly tried to be its own movie after TLJ but it failed to be a coherent movie. It's just filled with plot holes and even more stuff to destroy the original trilogy. The ONLY thing I did like about this movie was theThe Rise of Skywalker clearly tried to be its own movie after TLJ but it failed to be a coherent movie. It's just filled with plot holes and even more stuff to destroy the original trilogy. The ONLY thing I did like about this movie was the jabs it took at The Last Jedi. So sad. What a mess they made of Star Wars and how much they hurt its legacy. At least now its over. Time to move on and forget about this mess of a movie.… Expand
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