Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: December 15, 2017
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Roguejedi92Sep 22, 2021
The Last Jedi is often a thrilling, surprising, and emotional journey that should resonate with those who are fans of a galaxy far far away. Unfortunately, it just so happens that it doesn’t resonate in the same way to everyone. While TheThe Last Jedi is often a thrilling, surprising, and emotional journey that should resonate with those who are fans of a galaxy far far away. Unfortunately, it just so happens that it doesn’t resonate in the same way to everyone. While The Last Jedi bucks some of the tried and true tropes of the franchise, it arguably does so a way respectful to what was established both The Force Awakens and to themes within the entire saga. Minus a largely panned detour to the “space horse” races and a casino planet, The Last Jedi is perhaps one the most satisfying Star Wars movie from begin to end.… Expand
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SoloYTDec 26, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For all who don't know me I'm a Star Wars fan. I watch the movies/shows, read the books/comics, play the games, and on occasion have been known to write some fan fiction. However going into this movie I knew that some things with this franchise needed to change. Don't get me wrong The Force Awakens is my favorite Star Wars film that has come out of the Disney era, but nonetheless I was conscious of how it stuck to the template of the original Star Wars, for better or worse, and hoped that this film would find a way to break away from that cycle and cover new ground. I say all this because I feel like the audience members reading my review deserve to know where I'm coming from as I write this and with that said I'll continue on to tell you that unlike the internet, I actually enjoy this movie. First off I want to talk or write about what this movie does so well: defining the characters of Rey and Kylo Ren. In the previous film Rey is a orphan who was left on the planet Jakku. Although she knows that they're never coming back for her, she holds on to the hope that they are really right their with her in the form of her mentors Han Solo and now Luke Skywalker. Parallel to that is our villain Kylo Ren, who knows who is family is and feels let down by them with the weight of trying to live up to their legacies. People either expect really great or really terrible things out of him and as a result he's conflicted, being caught in between both the light and the dark side of the force. This causes him to idolize his grandfather, the fearsome Darth Vader, while he misses his parents. In the end he chooses the dark over the light murdering his father, but he is left unsatisfied and broken. Both characters are pulled together and realize that they each have more in common then they think causing them to stand together as Ren kills Snoke to fight off his elite guards. When the dust settles Rey has to confront her greatest fear: that her parents are in fact nobodys who didn't give a crap about her. This revelation is great for the progression of the story as it is accompanied by the theme: you don't have to come from somewhere to be somebody. A real refresher for anyone whose been a fan for a while. We also see how Kylo refuses Rey's invitation to join her on the light side and how she refuses to join him on the dark. They are polar opposites. Kylo killed Snoke since he was the last person in his path for power.

But what caused Ben Solo to become Kylo Ren? It was his uncle Luke who thought he could prevent another Vader by neutralizing his own nephew and now must content with his failures. At the start he is a tragic figure who has made the ultimate mistake. The idealists ideals have failed and so he has given up. This upsets Rey as this is not what she or the audience was expecting out of the legendary Luke Skywalker, but through the arrival of Rey and a nice pep talk from puppet, not cgi, but puppet Yoda he finds his way and reconnects with the force. Distracting the First Order so that the Resistance can escape to fight another day. Now with all that said, typed, let's discuss the Resistance in this movie. We see them on the ropes throughout, however Finn and Rose go on a side quest where they end up saving a few fathiers and because of that, "It's all worth it," while their friends are dying at the other side of the galaxy. Face slap. Hey at least from this we get the introduction of D J who is a great character, but that could have been accomplished with so many better plot points. Finn also seems to take a step back from where we left off with him in the last movie, however I understand that he was just in it to save Rey the last time and that this time around he was committee to the larger cause. Poe for the majority of this movie is stuck aboard the Raddus unable to help which is an interesting position for his character to be in, but he that entire position as well as Canto Bight could have all been avoided if Holdo had just mentioned that they had some kind of plan, ANY kind of plan. I also want to mention that Hux and Phasma especially are wasted in this film before going on to compliment Rian's overall vision, John William's score, the cinematography, and the work of the actors before I go on to give this movie a 7.5/10.… Expand
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GramathaNov 22, 2019
Loved the film. Luke was the best part. Only issues are to do with tone and pacing
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VaniellisJul 8, 2020
An excellent sci-fi film and an excellent Star Wars.

Beautiful cinematography with an emphasis on colors, great actors, characters, story and music.
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RJFSep 6, 2022
I've been a SW Fan since 1977 (I was 8) and this is easily the best Saga film since Empire. Don't listen to the haters. Watch (or rewatch) with an open mind. Rian Johnson is a genius.
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chezerMar 23, 2021
The best Star Wars film by far. Rian Johnson is incredible and managed to capture everything I love about the franchise. Only problems I have with the film are the pacing and not all of the humour works for me.
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ApshaiDec 20, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I changed my mind. It took some time, but after thinking about the film, and coming to terms with what I actually think is the best way that anyone could've taken Skywalker, and the risks taken in this film...well, after LOATHING this movie for 6 days, I like it. It's more compelling in the end than The Force Awakens.
It's not touching the OT, but what can?

There's a lot wrong with this movie (Canto Bight, gas running out?) but what's right about this movie (Rey/Ren's dynamic, Rey's backstory being perfect, the initial battle) is amazing. While the humor worked for me, YMMV. For others hurting from what happened to Luke, I'd recommend watching the Collider roundtable where they discuss Hamill's reaction to RJ's take on Luke. It allowed me to finally enjoy and accept this film as a worthy addition to the saga. (for now, I need to see it again...)

(As an aside, everyone hated Empire when it came out.)… Expand
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SanDiegoJan 6, 2021
The is the Star Wars movie that it’s really fun one. I know everybody hates this movie but I pretty like this. I’m a proud Star Wars fan but I like everything about Star Wars because I’ve watched the original trilogy but it changed my life. IThe is the Star Wars movie that it’s really fun one. I know everybody hates this movie but I pretty like this. I’m a proud Star Wars fan but I like everything about Star Wars because I’ve watched the original trilogy but it changed my life. I give the movie 10/10… Expand
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akino3May 26, 2018
A Star Wars movie never ceases to:
1) Make you happy
2) Make you sad
3) Surprise you
4) Excite you
5) Amaze you
6) Make you laugh
7) Make you hopeful
8) Make you desperate
9) Be a genre of its own
10) All of the above
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TheFrostyPenDec 17, 2017
Nobody in the theatre cheered when it ended. There was more of a shocked silence. I felt mixed emotions. It wasn't terrible, but I feel sad with the feeling of being let down. Enter at your own risk.
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GeekFuriousMar 24, 2019
Brilliantly plotted. The fact some people hate it is a badge of honor. Some of the best moments in the entire series are in this one.
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DarthBane94Feb 3, 2021
It’s an amazing movie that took the risk of breaking the mold and makes it very clear why the jedi order from the prequels failed
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r96skFeb 4, 2021
Excellent, one of my favourites from the franchise so far.

'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' makes for an exciting 152 minutes! Sure it probably could've been a little shorter, but at no point did I personally feel it drag. The cast give greatExcellent, one of my favourites from the franchise so far.

'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' makes for an exciting 152 minutes! Sure it probably could've been a little shorter, but at no point did I personally feel it drag. The cast give great performances, while the music and whole look of the film is extremely pleasant.

Daisy Ridley and John Boyega do their thing and are enjoyable once again, Ridley particularly impressed me. I also like Adam Driver in this, while it's always pleasing to see Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher involved. As for newcomers, Benicio del Toro and Kelly Marie Tran stand out.

There are also some incredible shots, the entire sequence at the end thrilled me - there's a particular part involving Laura Dern (even if her character, overall, isn't all that good) that looks utterly superb.

All in all, I felt very satisfied and very entertained after watching this. Quality film, in my eyes anyway.… Expand
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EthanFromManaanApr 9, 2020
A masterful take on Star Wars that pushes the boundaries of what this franchise can and should be
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SoapNuggetAug 31, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I saw this movie and it was epic, the twists the turns, subverting expectations, killing Snoke, genius! One of my favorite Star Wars films really shows respect to the franchise, 10 out of 10… Expand
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neoroostaJul 2, 2020
Awesome movie. The best of the sequel trilogy. Fixes a lot of the holes from episode 7.
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TryninjaJul 25, 2020
I saw it in the theater and had 3 moments where I was standing up to applaud. I just love the unexpected and satisfying turns this movie takes
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Darth1138Feb 3, 2021
A defining star wars movie for a new generation, this film did not deserve the backlash it received rian Johnson created a masterpiece
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ADPReviewsFeb 4, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Despite some puzzling choices, Rian Johnson's STAR Wars outing proved to be far more ambitious and cinematically stunning than the film before and the film that would follow.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorFeb 9, 2023
Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Resistance is on the brink of destruction. And again, a distant, distant galaxy. Luke Skywalker returns after a huge number of years, back to the screens, and it's hard to judge whether it turned out well or badly.Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Resistance is on the brink of destruction. And again, a distant, distant galaxy. Luke Skywalker returns after a huge number of years, back to the screens, and it's hard to judge whether it turned out well or badly. The film itself was shot perfectly, the script also turned out to be fascinating and almost 2 and a half hours fly by unnoticed. What caught my eye was stupid and unnecessary jokes in many places. When the intensity of passions seems to be already at the limit and such a joke flies out and immediately everything goes out. Otherwise, The Last Jedi is a good continuation of the franchise with, as always, a lot of fights and various planets with creatures.… Expand
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TomSatanJan 13, 2023
There are a couple of scenes and sequences I don't love, but it also has some of the greatest moments in the entire Star Wars saga. Not my favourite of the new films, but still brilliant.
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jared1209Feb 5, 2020
Terrific as a stand alone film. Disappointing they didn't have a clear roadmap with the new trilogy. This trilogy is missing a cohesive storyline and director. Perhaps a Rian Johnson dedicated trilogy would work better. Definitely over angryTerrific as a stand alone film. Disappointing they didn't have a clear roadmap with the new trilogy. This trilogy is missing a cohesive storyline and director. Perhaps a Rian Johnson dedicated trilogy would work better. Definitely over angry fan boys claiming their childhoods are ruined by something happening to them in their adulthoods. Good film, lame fanbase. Better stoned.… Expand
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MSantiagoNov 30, 2019
Esse filme é um dos poucos filmes de Star Wars que eu posso considerar realmente ótimo
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J_DubDec 9, 2019
Despite what those in the fandom menace may suggest, The Last Jedi is far and the way the best Star Wars movie ever. And it's not particularly close. It's a blast. It's nuanced, challenging, the character development is brilliant, and itDespite what those in the fandom menace may suggest, The Last Jedi is far and the way the best Star Wars movie ever. And it's not particularly close. It's a blast. It's nuanced, challenging, the character development is brilliant, and it turns Star Wars on its head. It upends everything we thought we knew about Luke Skywalker, the intergalactic civil War and the Force itself. A perfect Syfy in general and Star Wars specifically.a perfect sci-fi in general and a perfect Star Wars specifically.… Expand
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LccmDec 20, 2019
Brilliant movie that brings new ideas and directions to the saga, not limiting itself to repeating the classic movies.
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MaksymilianDec 21, 2019
It's one of the best episodes in this saga. It's not a popular opinion but it's different than others movies in Star Wars.
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Michu78800Feb 11, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nie ktore watki były super a nie ktore do kitu jednak ogladajac ten film bylem usatysfakcjonowany wiecej watkow jednak mi sie podobaly ale jednak o mojej decyzij zapadl fakt zobaczenia luke skywalkera w stanie glebokej depresij oraz jak patrzyl na zakon jedi po swojej porazce jaka bylo prawie zamordowania bena solo… Expand
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MagikMiceFeb 16, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Polarizing and audacious. I like all aspects of Ep 8 except for the over density of the script, resulting in an unjustifiably longest Star Wars film to date. Fans didn't get the flavor of ice cream they wanted, still tasted fine. Not going to throw a tantrum about it..… Expand
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CarlMarxPunkFeb 7, 2023
No one has understood what Star Wars truly is since George Lucas better than Rian Johnson. The only bad thing is that the movie ends. And the casino part. Nevertheless the epicness, the characters, all is done justice.

People **** that LukeNo one has understood what Star Wars truly is since George Lucas better than Rian Johnson. The only bad thing is that the movie ends. And the casino part. Nevertheless the epicness, the characters, all is done justice.

People **** that Luke is not Luke and his entire arc in the movie is that HE IS COMING BACK AROUND TO BEING LUKE. Media literacy is at an all time low. Anyway, good movie. Best Star Wars movie after Empire etc, etc.… Expand
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eagleeyevikingDec 16, 2017
"The Last Jedi" delivers terrific twists and moments to elevate the Sequel Trilogy, although it fails in setting up Episode IX.
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Mobetta_ITJul 29, 2018
I loved this movie. Luke was portrayed exactly as he should have based on his character from A new Hope. I love the diversity they added with the characters. I'm looking forward to the next chapter of Rey.
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crstfrNov 22, 2021
I am a lifelong Star Wars fan and I love this movie! It is the most original and interesting instalment of the series since Empire, as well as being one of the best-looking. The story decisions faithfully serve the characters and breathesI am a lifelong Star Wars fan and I love this movie! It is the most original and interesting instalment of the series since Empire, as well as being one of the best-looking. The story decisions faithfully serve the characters and breathes fresh air into the saga. Is it perfect? Of course not. Does it deserve the intense vitriol it has received? Hell no! Some might say "true" fans hate this movie. I firmly reject that! The Last Jedi made me fall in love with Star Wars all over again....… Expand
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Jam1cksFeb 6, 2021
Фильм полностью оправдал ожидания (быть может потому, что я много и не ждал). Меня он пробил на эмоции. Я конечно с сомнением отношось к продолжению оконченного сюжета, но если рассматривать этот фильм отдельно от серии, то он очень неплох.Фильм полностью оправдал ожидания (быть может потому, что я много и не ждал). Меня он пробил на эмоции. Я конечно с сомнением отношось к продолжению оконченного сюжета, но если рассматривать этот фильм отдельно от серии, то он очень неплох. Сюжет и режиссура - отличные, зрелищность -просто потрясная… Expand
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PsychopathicTimJun 3, 2021
This movie was actually a refreshing surprise coming out of the new movies! I like what Ryan Johnson did hear, it gave more flavor to the new films coming out, while also having reverence to the old films. The characters are great, and IThis movie was actually a refreshing surprise coming out of the new movies! I like what Ryan Johnson did hear, it gave more flavor to the new films coming out, while also having reverence to the old films. The characters are great, and I didn't mind Rose as much as other people did, not a wonderful character, but she still tries to be helpful, even if she is very annoying in her decision to save Phinn in the end. But yeah, overall a good movie. It's not trying to be another A New Hope or Return Of The Jedi, but it is trying to make its own identity which is great and I really appreciate. I wish the newer Star Wars films would also try this.… Expand
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keonbreezJan 28, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. despite all the negative reviews, this movie is actually really good. if you learn to look past your own expectations, you'll see that this is the logical progression of the star wars universe. After their defeat, the first order again goes on the hunt and destroys almost all of the resistance fleet. The good guys are on the run now and their last hope is Luke Skywalker. The thing with Luke in this movie is that he feels real. He doesn't feel like a soulless jedi knight like the prequels, but rather like an actual human being who faces regret and depression due to his past mistakes. He isn't the saving grace the resistance was hoping for, and it's up to Rey to convince him to return. He sees the potential that Rey possess and refuses to train her because he isn't afraid of her, he's afraid of himself. He knows that he won't be able to trust himself when training her, like his last encounter with Ben solo. Another thing this movie does really well is expand the character of kylo ren. He feels regret and is second guessing his action of killing his father, and snoke sees it. Kylo feels like a tortured soul in this movie, and the audience actually feels bad for this horrible person. I also really enjoyed the duel on crait. We get the big return of Luke, but not through his lightsaber abilities, but his connection to the force. There's a lot of hard decisions that were made in the creation of this movie, and I commend Rian Johnson for making a lot of the right choices. Unlike the other star wars movies that these 'die hard' fans scream about being the best, this movie has a moral. It shows us the cost of war, and how even though there's a winning side, there are companies and corporations that are winning even more.

With that being said, there are still some things I'd change about this movie. I love the inclusion of force ghost yoda, but the puppet looks a little off. Also, I feel like the death of phasma wasn't earned and felt a little forced.… Expand
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MangoturtleJan 14, 2021
Say what you want about the story decisions and character arcs, but you and everyone else has to agree it is the best LOOKING star wars movie. And it had pretty great music.
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ItsmayaJan 24, 2021
The movie didnt reached the level of the movie that came before him but is still amazing and totally worth watching (assuming you at least watched the previous movie)
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geewahJan 8, 2021
After the promising return with The Force Awakens, this is a slight letdown. It's comes across as a movie of scenes (some great ones, some weird ones), as the story is quite fragmented.
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mikesgold2KJan 19, 2021
powiew świeżości dla sagi. W wielu momentach zaskakuje i bawi się oczekiwaniami widza. Niezwykle dobry film w swojej kategorii.
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PhoenixReveiwsMar 30, 2021
Everything that makes Star Wars great is in this film. The music is great as always, the story is fun and thrilling (despite the Canto Bight part of the plot very obviously being filler), And without a doubt has the best visuals and is theEverything that makes Star Wars great is in this film. The music is great as always, the story is fun and thrilling (despite the Canto Bight part of the plot very obviously being filler), And without a doubt has the best visuals and is the most eye-pleasing of any Star Wars film to date. Say what you want about the film, but if you say the music and the visuals are bad you truly are a moron.… Expand
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alejose1210Feb 3, 2021
A brave movie that dares to question the fundamental tenets of Star Wars in order to reaffirm them.
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MikedkFeb 3, 2021
One of the best Star Wars movies ever made! Mark Hamill gives his best performance of Luke as we have ever seen.
This film has so much depth and just gets better and better with each viewing. Highly recommended!
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YarkindellFeb 3, 2021
This is the perfect fable and finally closes out Luke's hero Journey. Most stories ignore the 9 o'clock to midnight part of the cycle, this movie embraces it. Luke is extremely related in today's world. Last Jedi has one of the bestThis is the perfect fable and finally closes out Luke's hero Journey. Most stories ignore the 9 o'clock to midnight part of the cycle, this movie embraces it. Luke is extremely related in today's world. Last Jedi has one of the best lightsaber battles in the Skywalker Saga. Luke has the most Jedi moment as well.… Expand
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Nine300Feb 3, 2021
This movie is the reason I'm a Star Wars fan, it's a beautiful family film which adds a lot of depth to the universe.
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spaceagerangerFeb 3, 2021
Visually stunning and immensely creative, Star Wars The Last Jedi is Star Wars at it’s best. The film asks what the franchise could be, instead of relying on fan service or nostalgia. Rian Johnson’s writing is incredible, and done justiceVisually stunning and immensely creative, Star Wars The Last Jedi is Star Wars at it’s best. The film asks what the franchise could be, instead of relying on fan service or nostalgia. Rian Johnson’s writing is incredible, and done justice with impactful, extraordinary performances from the core cast. This movie just hits every beat for me. Everything from the costume design, color grading, and set design are on a whole new level. With it’s human themes and inspiring messages, Star Wars The Last Jedi is a bold, much needed addition to the saga, and a master class in franchise film making.… Expand
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MrJurassicYTMar 30, 2021
A good fresh Star Wars story (despite what crusty OG fans say about Luke in this film) It was a very good movie and I liked what they did with lukes Character ark in this film
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Husain_AnusifMay 11, 2021
I agree with the critics. Simply this movie is one of the most beautiful and best Star Wars movies that I have ever seen and enjoyed very much in the style of the director with its wonderful characters.
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jspenilloDec 20, 2017
I don’t understand all the backlash was a great movie!! Rian Johnson and the rest of the film crew did a wonderful job!! From the opening till the end it had me glued to my seat! View it for yourself and you be the judge. I thought it was aI don’t understand all the backlash was a great movie!! Rian Johnson and the rest of the film crew did a wonderful job!! From the opening till the end it had me glued to my seat! View it for yourself and you be the judge. I thought it was a fantastic Star Wars movie!!!… Expand
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BeastJ18Apr 25, 2018
However you feel about the direction the saga is going in, this is still a really good movie, as a standalone and as part of the series. While there are some low points about this movie, mainly storylines that didn't deserve to be soHowever you feel about the direction the saga is going in, this is still a really good movie, as a standalone and as part of the series. While there are some low points about this movie, mainly storylines that didn't deserve to be so integral... The high points of this movie are some of the best in Star Wars history. The sound, visual effects and editing are the best and most meaningful they have ever been. I am definitely toward the critic's view of this movie, while still reserving some grievances as a fan.… Expand
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BWH781Dec 17, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm not sure why this movie is getting so much backlash from viewers while the first movie received so much love. I certainly saw some problems and plot holes, but nothing more than were clearly visible in the original three. Thankfully, at least this movie decided to make all it's own plot holes and mistakes. It brought life to lifeless characters and gave a good death to Luke. While some are clearly upset that it did not meet their predictions, I was thrilled that it met none of mine and left me wondering often just what would happen next. IF this is only a trilogy I am very curious to see just how they will resolve this conflict between two totally rudderless force newbies in only one more film. If it goes more than that, well, I wouldn't mind it at all if they are able to keep things fresh like they did in this instalment.… Expand
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WillieGannonDec 16, 2017
This isn't a bad Star Wars film, it's just not a great one. There are as many high-octane moments as glaring plot holes & too many storylines that have no bearing on the film. Some threads just aren't followed and others take up too much timeThis isn't a bad Star Wars film, it's just not a great one. There are as many high-octane moments as glaring plot holes & too many storylines that have no bearing on the film. Some threads just aren't followed and others take up too much time making the film drag in the second act. The Empire Strikes Back, it isn't. But hey, it's no Attack of the Clones either. 7/10… Expand
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DryBonezDec 15, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's different, there are good moments, but there are bad moments. I recommend watching Vinesauce's review of the film as it gave me some insight I didn't think about. Action was great especially Luke vs Kylo, and Kylo + Rey v Snoke. I didn't really care about Snoke, but I'm really pissed off on how they handled Captain Phasma, she had so much potential to be the next Boba Fett, but she barely gets any screen time, wtf. CGI was okay but you can clearly tell that all of the creatures showed off in this movie were made clearly for merchandising, this may sound weird but we need more disgusting, ugly creatures in this movie, we need a new Jabba. The Leia space scene [kind of] makes sense but the execution of the scene was bizarre, uncomfortable and just **** stupid, probably one of the worst Star Wars scenes ever. The Finn & Rose subplot was filler, you could literally remove the subplot, hell, you could also even remove Rose from the movie and it would barely be different. The best scene of this movie for me was the light speed ramming, Holdo at first was an unlikable prick, but she redeemed herself when she went out in one of the most badass ways I've ever seen in a movie, ramming the Star Destroyer at light speed and the audio went completely silent, while this movie had one of the worst scenes in Star Wars, it also had one of the best. Yoda is also in the movie and he doesn't feel that forced, and he states to Luke that failure is the best teacher which would end up being a subtle theme throughout the whole film, everyone fails at one point in this movie. I found the movie enjoyable, and I would recommend watching it if you wanted to see something wildly different from Star Wars, this film felt like an experiment by Rian Johnson to me. I think this is better than The Force Awakens because of the amount of risks and experiments Johnson took making this film, it's a different from any other Star Wars movie I've seen, and I welcome that, especially in the current state of these types of movies.
Here's where I rank this film compared to the others from best to worst, keep in mind this is just an opinion.

Empire Strikes Back
A New Hope
Rogue One
Return of the Jedi
The Last Jedi
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Revenge of the Sith
The Phantom Menace
Attack of the Clones… Expand
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TheSpideyReviewDec 17, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last Jedi was different. As usual, the visual effects are great. Many people have debated if it was a good movie, and if it's hard, then it's not a good movie. The plot was good, not great. The problem with The Force Awakens was it left people too many questions and much confusion. Nobody was like that for the original trilogy, and everyone enjoyed it. Also, some of the major points don't make sense. For example:
-Why Did Luke Die?
-Why Did Luke Change His Mind About Training Rey?
-Will the Jedi Die?
-Why is Rey so Good with the Force?
-Is Snoke Really Dead(like Darth Maul)?
-Did Yoda Use Force Lightning?
-What was the Point of Rey's 'Cave Mirror'?
-Couldn't Finn have used R2-D2 instead of Code Breaker?
-Why wasn't Poe told the Plan to Escape?
-Since When Could Leia use Force Powers?
-Nobody Told Rey Size Didn't Matter when it's the Force.
-Why are Porgs there?
-Why Did DJ Betray Finn?
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TVJerryDec 19, 2017
Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) gets a pivotal role, as he works with Rey (Daisy Ridley) to realize the title, Meanwhile, the Resistance is in a deadly encounter with the First Order (headed by Adam Driver, who once again shows the depth of hisLuke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) gets a pivotal role, as he works with Rey (Daisy Ridley) to realize the title, Meanwhile, the Resistance is in a deadly encounter with the First Order (headed by Adam Driver, who once again shows the depth of his abilities). The narrative jumps among several related plots, alternating fights and battles with moments of emotional drama. There are enough interesting effects and cute new creatures for the series to maintain its place as an innovator. Writer/director Rian Johnson has continued the legacy of compelling storytelling that keeps the films in our cultural spotlight. Those outside the fan base may be entertained, but those who love the Star Wars universe will find plenty to enjoy and cherish.… Expand
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skullchristJul 14, 2020
Any Star Wars movie that is devoid of the stain known as George Lucas is an automatic masterpiece in my book.

Sorry Prequel Kids your Star Wars childhood was a lie perpetrated by Darth Lucas and you have been enthralled by the dreaded LucasAny Star Wars movie that is devoid of the stain known as George Lucas is an automatic masterpiece in my book.

Sorry Prequel Kids your Star Wars childhood was a lie perpetrated by Darth Lucas and you have been enthralled by the dreaded Lucas Stockholm Syndrome.

One word...cough...cough...Midichlorians. The antithesis of and Lucas' open hatred for everything that Star Wars stands for is wrapped up in one single word.… Expand
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TudorPopescuJan 13, 2021
The Force Awakens was a "safe" movie. They took a formula that worked really well, A New Hope, and rehashed it. They did a very good job in my opinion. The Last Jedi, on the other hand, is a much riskier movie. It subverts your expectations.The Force Awakens was a "safe" movie. They took a formula that worked really well, A New Hope, and rehashed it. They did a very good job in my opinion. The Last Jedi, on the other hand, is a much riskier movie. It subverts your expectations. There are twists. Huge twists, even. Personally, I enjoyed it a lot.

We learn more about Kylo Ren and Luke in this movie. Kylo Ren has an interesting backstory. The Force is expanded upon and we learn about a new Force ability. There are a lot of action scenes. Very cool lightsaber scenes and space battle scenes, there's never a dull moment. There are some funny quips here and there, which I enjoyed. There were also some moments where I actually felt emotional.

All in all, I think The Last Jedi is a fun Star Wars movie. I've seen it multiple times and the more I see it, the more I seem to love it.… Expand
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JacksonM95Feb 3, 2021
A gift we didn't ask for but didn't know we needed. Like how it's predecessor, TFA, reignited the charm and adventurous spirit of Star Wars, TLJ brought the drama and sense of wonder that makes the franchise so powerful.
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pepijeanFeb 3, 2021
Beautiful movie with amazing storytelling, including an epic arc for Luke Skywalker. Ignore the bitter-haters and enjoy a real piece of art. Very recommended.
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ShakesNoHateFeb 3, 2021
I really liked the story and specially Rey. Of course it is not perfect but overall, considering music, acting and design I enjoyed it.
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zjk1569Nov 22, 2019
It's been a while since this film was released, but I still keep encountering tedious voices on internet comments sections griping about it. It's a great Star Wars movie, and it just beats out Rogue One and the Mandelorian as the best thingIt's been a while since this film was released, but I still keep encountering tedious voices on internet comments sections griping about it. It's a great Star Wars movie, and it just beats out Rogue One and the Mandelorian as the best thing to come of the recent spurt of Star Wars stuff to come out since Lucas thankfully gave up the reins on his creation. People suggesting the prequels are better have no bloody taste.… Expand
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HeppnastyDec 5, 2019
How can you all be so wrong? The movie is very enjoyable and truthfully, quite the opposite of all the negative reviews out there. I really don’t see how it spits on Star Wars lore or any of that garbage and I’ve been a Star Wars fan sinceHow can you all be so wrong? The movie is very enjoyable and truthfully, quite the opposite of all the negative reviews out there. I really don’t see how it spits on Star Wars lore or any of that garbage and I’ve been a Star Wars fan since 1989. What Luke does is absolutely heroic and heartbreaking. Well-acted and very interesting, The Last Jedi is a perfectly entertaining entry in the Star Wars saga.… Expand
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viteksvobodaDec 20, 2019
I never was really a Star Wars fan, but The Last Jedi made me watch the whole thing. And still remained the favourite. This is THE movie. A film you always hoped to watch. Thanks Rian.
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ProserpineDec 25, 2019
Rian pushed the boundaries to make star wars stop to look at their characters and take care of their stories. The result feels like something fresh and innovative and a lot more artistic that anyone expected. He helped out a loyal dog who wasRian pushed the boundaries to make star wars stop to look at their characters and take care of their stories. The result feels like something fresh and innovative and a lot more artistic that anyone expected. He helped out a loyal dog who was chasing its own tail.… Expand
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ThejericodeDec 20, 2019
I enjoyed this film. Not the best star wars movie. But still good. I really don't understand the hate at all.
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tenacious_KOct 24, 2019
Fist off I just want to say, this movie has balls, and I appreciate that. Rian Johnson un-apologetically changes the status quo of the Star Wars universe, and this is a good thing, despite the outraged longtime franchise fans who areFist off I just want to say, this movie has balls, and I appreciate that. Rian Johnson un-apologetically changes the status quo of the Star Wars universe, and this is a good thing, despite the outraged longtime franchise fans who are mortified by the sudden death of Lord Smoke, felt that it wasn't their Luke they saw on screen, and were terrified by the change of pacing. All this though will pass, and it just proves to me that Abrems made the right decision on hitting the delete button on the old expanded Star Wars universe, which is a blessing and a curse here, it gives Johnson a clean slate to work with however the SWEU fans will refuse to forget. Now, I will be the to say that this is not a perfect movie (the could've cut the whole Finn/Rose story line, and not only would the whole outcome of the movies story been the same, but it would've cut about 45 minutes off the movies overly long run time which would've been for the better. Johnson has a bad habit of being more than a little heavy handed with injecting his politics into his projects and this is no exception, while I don't believe this to have been the appropriate time and place for him to have done so, I didn't let it ruin my experience however I could easily see how it would impact some opinions. The mix of CG and practical effects was well done here, though I felt the casino planet was pointless in terms of effecting the plot it did impress me, especially with the opening shot of the camera moving forward through the casino showing off how great of a job the make up department did here. The acting here was well done, and I must really give props to Mark Hammel who performed perfectly as a disgruntled Luke, seeing him with the Yoda puppet onscreen practically made this movie for me. If nothing else Episode VIII proves something I theorized years before its release, that is is possible for a movie in a franchise to be a technically speaking a great movie, but a bad movie for the franchise, even if (again technically speaking) the movie is one of the better movies of said franchise.… Expand
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tonyf93Oct 27, 2019
One of the best Star Wars movies in the saga. Don't mind the negative reviews. They are made by toxic and nostalgic fans.
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TheCuratorNov 2, 2019
Please do not listen to people giving this movie terrible I acknowledge that the movie has a horrible pacing issue with its scenes on the Casino. But I do enjoy this scene. I always laugh when Disney tries to critique capitalism. But thePlease do not listen to people giving this movie terrible I acknowledge that the movie has a horrible pacing issue with its scenes on the Casino. But I do enjoy this scene. I always laugh when Disney tries to critique capitalism. But the stuff with Kylo, Rey, Snoke and of course Luke with his best appearance since Return of the Jedi is great.… Expand
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joconnorj108Dec 9, 2019
I love this movie. I know that's not a popular opinion, but just hear me out. I fully admit that I didn't like this movie when I first saw it. I was AMPED to see it when it came out. I saw it opening night in the theater but was REALLYI love this movie. I know that's not a popular opinion, but just hear me out. I fully admit that I didn't like this movie when I first saw it. I was AMPED to see it when it came out. I saw it opening night in the theater but was REALLY disappointed when it was over. Just recently I went back and watched it to recap to get ready for Rise of Skywalker. After watching it wit fresh eyes, now I love the movie.

For me, I think the reason I initially didn't enjoy it was that my expectations of what I WANTED or WAS HOPING to see is not what I got to see. The story didn't go the way I wanted or was hoping for it to go, and as a result, there were characters I wanted to find out more about but didn't. I think that was the main thing. ONCE I PUT ASIDE MY OWN BS, I was able to watch this movie and really enjoy it. I think it is a good movie and addition in the SW franchise. I only wrote this review because it's roughly 2 to 1 negative reviews to positive reviews. I am just hoping that you, if you're reading this as a Star Wars fan, might read this, give it another shot, and be able to enjoy more Star Wars.… Expand
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rapidenamelDec 21, 2019
Rian Johnson didn’t give me the Luke that I wanted but he gave us the Luke that was needed for the story. Very clever and extremely well written. Rian Johnson found a way to make Kylo Ren interesting and menacing. Something that was muchRian Johnson didn’t give me the Luke that I wanted but he gave us the Luke that was needed for the story. Very clever and extremely well written. Rian Johnson found a way to make Kylo Ren interesting and menacing. Something that was much needed after The Force Awakens. Beautiful ending that made me excited for Episode IX.… Expand
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paddym3195Dec 24, 2019
A movie that subverts all the tropes of previous Star Wars films, and does so at such a successful rate that makes it the best film in the franchise since Empire. The cinematography, art direction, story, and acting are supreme and the musicA movie that subverts all the tropes of previous Star Wars films, and does so at such a successful rate that makes it the best film in the franchise since Empire. The cinematography, art direction, story, and acting are supreme and the music is as epic and granduler as ever… Expand
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ZodaiiDec 31, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Enfin des prises de risques coherante et un développement de personnage intéressant, l episode 1/2 de Lucas etait vraimemt Pas bon, ça fait plaisir de voir un épisode 8 aussi beau visuellement et avec des personnages intéressant même si finn et rose leurs intrigues et un peu inutile et malheureusement finn est un personnage qui a du potentiel mais on ne s en sert pas ..… Expand
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dberishaodJan 9, 2020
The Last Jedi is actually my favorite star wars movie ever made. No other movie has given me such feelings of euphoria and excitement. Truly Rian Johnson knows how to handle our characters with care and love.
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SiriysAhakuhFeb 11, 2020
Great visuals, interesting characters, great dark atmosphere but it has some boring moments.
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vasilis-kunFeb 12, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great film that brings risk to the franchise, introducing the four acts and carrying messages such as that it can be important for the future without having a great legacy. A film very undervalued by the toxic fandom that has worked this saga for decades.… Expand
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EdwardGrynMay 3, 2020
A divisive albeit very well produced entry into the Star Wars canon, The Last Jedi offers the freshest take on the Disney sequels, taking risks and innovating where the other movies played safe to satisfy half of the fandom.

The film isA divisive albeit very well produced entry into the Star Wars canon, The Last Jedi offers the freshest take on the Disney sequels, taking risks and innovating where the other movies played safe to satisfy half of the fandom.

The film is striking thanks to its incredible cinematography, acting, vfx and art direction; it offers its audience with riveting plot twists, actual character development and properly directed scenes making for this cinematic experience an enjoyable one (as long as one is willing to go with the lighter tone/new direction of the film which can be divisive for fans).

It is worth noting that some sequences and plot points didnt seem to work as well as they were intended to; The Canto Bight chase and the Finn/Rose sequence on Crait can tend to halt the narrative or take one out of the experience.… Expand
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SerpicoFarnesseAug 24, 2020
Por Satán que sensiblitos estan los machotos de hoy en día que no les gusta que ya no se les representen en películas testosteronadamente ridículas, no es de las mejores películas de Star Wars, pero la mayoría de opiniones negativas son soloPor Satán que sensiblitos estan los machotos de hoy en día que no les gusta que ya no se les representen en películas testosteronadamente ridículas, no es de las mejores películas de Star Wars, pero la mayoría de opiniones negativas son solo puras idioteces de hombres de las cavernas.
Rey magnifica como en su anterior entrega, es la pura representación de lo que fue Luke en su juventud, y en su trilogía, maravillosa.
Kylo impresionante, no hizo falta exponer en el episodio 9 su lucha interna entre el lado oscuro y la luz porque es claramente evidente ya en esta película con el simple hecho de observar. Luke me conmovió demasiado e incluso mas que Han (ya saben a que me refiero) y si, le tocaba ya, y fue su gran final hacerse uno con la fuerza por la esperanza de los pocos que quedan (La Resistencia y su líder LEIA que es lo que todo representa)
Tanto Finn como Poe merecen mas narrativa, como la tuvieron los co-protagonistas en las anteriores películas que ambos son representados en la ultima trilogía, hablo de Han y leia como Padme y Obi - Wan.
Malvados nuevos como Phasma y Hux me han encantado y tampoco pido mucho más de ellos ya que sus papeles están claramente definidos para lo que son, si esperaba que Phasma sobreviviera a esta película y en una ultima tuviera una gran batalla con Finn en el episodio 9, pero no fue así lastima.
No se a que lumbreras se le ocurrió crear al personaje del Lider Snob, pero es lo peor literalmente de la saga (menos mal que lo arreglaron con Palpatine en la siguiente peli, pero fue demasiado tarde).
Leia, sin duda alguna lo mejor junto con Rey, han tenido que pasar 8 jodidas películas para que se os pasase por los huevos mostrar de lo que es capaz de hacer con la fuerza, ya era hora campeones.
Totalmente injustificado el odio hacia el personaje de Rose Tico, y no logro entender el motivo, no sé si es por no tener un aspecto físico normativo que se sale de la comodidad de los hombretones siempre bien posicionados, por mostrar su disconformidad ante las injusticias, o por querer salvar a la persona que ama, aunque eso signifique sacrificar a uno de los mas queridos (Luke), bravo por esa valentía.
Nada que comentar de la magnifica Laura Dern, otro de los grandes y tristes personajes (Amilyn) sacrificados por La resistencia, la esperanza por lo que representa LEIA Y LUKE.
El "duelo" final entre REY Y KYLO de los mejores de la saga junto con el insuperable duelo entre Anakin y Obi - Wan de la venganza de los Sith. Solo me queda concluir con: a todos estos haters del tres al cuarto que están siempre furiosos y quejandose de todo, hay soluciones para ser feliz, busquen las en internet.… Expand
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YellowSidekickJul 5, 2020
One of my fav Starr wars movies. Having Luke back again was great. You can see the Akira Kurosawa influences on Star Wars clearly in this one. The old warrior who stopped fighting for whatever reason being drawn back by a younger protagonist.One of my fav Starr wars movies. Having Luke back again was great. You can see the Akira Kurosawa influences on Star Wars clearly in this one. The old warrior who stopped fighting for whatever reason being drawn back by a younger protagonist. The final battle is gorgeous.… Expand
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chrisscanto92Jan 12, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best Star Wars film since Revenge of the Sith, an awesome adventure where Luke remind us What is like to be a True Jedi.… Expand
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MondosmoviesFeb 3, 2023
The last Jedi:

Go off SIS!!!!!!!!! Rey is the definition of slay. The way she totally Owned that boomer Han was exactly what feminism is all about. Sure Han Solo had mastered space travel and knew the ins and outs of his own space ship, butThe last Jedi:

Go off SIS!!!!!!!!! Rey is the definition of slay. The way she totally Owned that boomer Han was exactly what feminism is all about. Sure Han Solo had mastered space travel and knew the ins and outs of his own space ship, but the second my gurl got the sticks she showed that white boy what’s up. Even showed him something he didn’t know about his own ship #girlboss. I totally loved Luke owning up to his misogynistic ways and being a total beta boy. Only complaint is the lack of LGBTQGFY women of color smashing the patriarchy. 11/10… Expand
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A7sus4Dec 24, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved it the second time after I got all the crying out of my system and took it for what it was, which to me now is amazing. The first time was a lot to take in and my expectations (one of the important themes in the movie) seemed to have not been met initially. With a closer eye and a little more attention, in the end the movie really did meet all my expectations, just not how I envisioned them. The movie masterfully manages to balance humor and fun with failure and disappointment, summarizing it all beautifully with the scene between Yoda and Luke. Afterwards things start turning around as characters begin to look past themselves and their failures to come to terms with where they are now, what about themselves must change or be left behind, and what must be done to both atone and move forward. Unbelievable movie.… Expand
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TheHighGroundDec 16, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Whilst not a perfect movie the twists and surprises for the most part work for me and make it a far more interesting star wars film than any other Disney star wars film and definitely merits a second viewing. Far more original than TFA, beautifully shot and some amazing battles (Snoke's throne room).

First the negatives. The film is half an hour too long and the start drags and is quite slow and choppy. The Finn and Rose story is overdrawn, Phasma is wastes, Hux appears to be a bit too incompetent, and Leia using the force didn't work for me.

Plus why else is nobody saying that Admiral Ackbar deserved better.

However the rest of the film was extremely surprising entertaining and emotional. Most complaints I've seen are about the lack of snoke backstory, the way luke was handled, Rey's parental reveal and Finn and Rose story.

The fact snoke was killed so early was to me one of the best moments of the film. I like many others had speculated on who he was and how he rose to power and was looking forward to answers to these questions. But I found his death surprising and showed how unpredictable and powerful Kylo really is, and whilst we still don't have any answers I'm certain we will get them eventually through a book, comic series, episode XI or maybe even a standalone film, we just need to be a little more patient. In 10 years at most this will no longer be any issue.

A lot of people were disappointed with how luke was shown. A lot expected him to be a great majestic hero with immense power able to destroy an entire fleet of first order star destroyers. I think that he was made to seem lazy, disconnected and uncaring for a reason. His failure to the jedi order and Ben solo has really taken its toll on him and so he has retreated into exile through depression and shame, whilst this may not have been the heroic luke people wanted to me it makes sense and makes him a better character. I thought his force powers worked really well the revelation he was just a projection made sure that the force didn't seem too overpowered and him just crushing entire fleets would have seemed a bit too dark side and not something luke would have trained himself to do during his time before Kylo. I it also showed the intelligence of luke to deceive Kylo and the first order and heart to see leia and save the resistance. The main cause of frustration with luke was that we got a luke that we didn't expect and I think with time people will realise this and perhaps begin to accept and maybe even enjoy this luke.

Rey's parental reveal was good for me I don't like it being only skywalkers or secret children of other powerful jedi being the people affecting the galaxy or having great strength. Plus this may not be true anyway because why would Kylo ren know anything about rey's parents. So the mystery is still there.

The finn and rose story is the most valid complaint as it was too long and ultimately fairly pointless but did show how the good guys aren't always right and don't always make the best decisions.

In conclusion I think most of the issues with this film will fade over time, maybe not completely but somewhat and I found it emotional entertaining surprising (in a good way)and my main issue was a lack of a proper send off for Admiral Ackbar, how can people hate the way luke died but not comment on Ackbar.… Expand
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cine_a_dayDec 19, 2017
I loved this film. The character development was surprising and engrossing. The action scenes were beautiful. highly recommend as a long time Jedi!
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Daniel_CampbellDec 21, 2017
I personally loved Episode 8. There is one part in particular that is REALLY dumb, but other than that I thought it was a great movie. Seems most of the butt hurt comes from people being upset that THEIR fan theory didn't come true. They madeI personally loved Episode 8. There is one part in particular that is REALLY dumb, but other than that I thought it was a great movie. Seems most of the butt hurt comes from people being upset that THEIR fan theory didn't come true. They made something new. They didn't just recycle the same old crap into a new package. People should be happy about that, but people are ignorant. They claim they want something new, but they want the same old crap with a new coat of paint. Boo hoo haters. Just enjoy the film for the great experience it is...except for that one part...that one really dumb part. Cons: Finn still can't pull off humor
It's a tad too long
That one REALLY stupid part

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JLuis_001Dec 17, 2017
Now that the experience is over I’m plagued by various thoughts and emotions that fluctuate between disappointment and appreciation.

The Last Jedi tonally struck me as a movie similar to The Godfather III, where the central character passesNow that the experience is over I’m plagued by various thoughts and emotions that fluctuate between disappointment and appreciation.

The Last Jedi tonally struck me as a movie similar to The Godfather III, where the central character passes the torch, because now is an old man who has lost faith and his way, it's rare to make a comparison between two films that couldn't be more different but honestly the Luke Skywalker that I saw in this movie felt very similar to the Michael Corleone that was seen in the conclusion of the Godfather trilogy.

Rian Johnson is a better director than J.J. Abrams and he shows it, even though there's not a very obvious change in styles, The Last Jedi does have a different vibe, however he does not seem to know how to structure the film and both the script and narrative rhythm are problematic, the film soon takes the same path of Empire Strikes Back but what it was interesting in that film, in this one it feels incredibly boring. I'm sorry but seeing things right, the film should have been focused on Luke and Rey, especially taking into consideration all the changes that the film introduced to the mythology and the powers obtainable by the Force.
All the action that takes place outside Rey, Kylo Ren and Luke is practically irrelevant. It's clear that the story needed to give the other actors something to do, but their story was completely unusable, they even wasted Benicio del Toro in such a simplistic character.

The Last Jedi redefines the Force and that is perhaps its greatest achievement, besides giving a hard but incredibly necessary blow to the fans, the decision to let go of the past, something they hated so much with The Force Awakens when Han Solo died, they will hate it much more now that Luke dies in this installment. It is worth asking if some kind of agenda of inclusion and diversity had something to do with the narrative direction of the film and it's not that I have something against it, it's simply that the path marked by George Lucas ends in this film, after all who will bring balance to the force and the galaxy will no longer be an Skywalker, it will be those who come along with Rey who as revealed in this film is simply a nobody, without an spectacular or striking lineage, Rey is just a common young woman who is involved in something huge and yet she's ready to face it.

Other problems I have with the film have to do with the enormous ability to discard narrative lines and their characters, mainly those who seemed to be quite relevant at first and I refer clearly to Snoke, it's incredible that after the release of The Force Awakens for two years I read all kinds of crazy theories about the character and it turns out that he was also a nobody and they got rid of him very badly. Also, what the hell happened with the Knights of Ren? Also it aonly gives a small glimpse of what happened between Luke and Kylo but it feels so shallow that even in his final battle the emotion feels empty and Luke's farewell does not become as resonant as it should have been.

But making those elements aside, essentially The Last Jedi stays sharp, is a solid entertainment film and a decent addition to the franchise, the duration is somewhat excessive, especially for the rhythm problems I mentioned and also for me it wasn't the movie it promised it would be but in the primordial elements the film fulfills its mission, there's space action, lighsabers battles, tension, emotion and entertainment but as I said before, a lavish and updated show is no longer enough, the stories also must improve.
But it goes without saying that the new road is paved and the future of Star Wars is in the air and I don't mean in the air like uncertainty, I mean that now from this point on everything has changed and everything is possible, it's true that with this franchise both Disney and Lucasfilms will never take risks, but I hope that with the constant exploitation of the franchise that now seems to be an annual event, good ideas will remain in a safe place. **On a smaller note I just have to mention that if in Episode IX, Kylo gets redeem like Vader in Return of the Jedi, I will be very upset, because that is choosing the easy road and this film hints towards that.… Expand
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ShermosDec 16, 2017
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The best Star Wars movie since Empire. Not perfect, but Rian Johnson nailed it considering the material he had to work with. It's well worth buying a ticket for.

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In my review of TFA, I complained that JJ Abrams and Disney did not take any risks. It felt almost like a clone of the original movie and none of the new characters grabbed me. Rey felt very much like a Mary Sue. It suffered from being average.

Rian Johnson on the other hand had the courage to take risks, and he made some decisions for the plot and characters I wouldn't have done, but he also made some choices I loved. I'll start with what I didn't like. I'm not too fussed on what was done with Luke. It made sense he would be embittered after what happened, and I agree with his assertion that the Jedi need to end. The problem is his "death" (joining the force like Obi-wan did) at the end of the film. Apparently the effort of projecting his image with the force to fool Kylo Ren took all he had. I can understand him being very drained, but dying? It's not enough to break the film though, and I'm convinced he will appear again as a force ghost. We've been shown that force ghosts can use the force to interact with the real world, and not just have a talk fest.

Killing off Snoke without explaining his backstory bothered me, and I'm kind of hoping he survived by transferring his consciousness or something. Rey still feels like a Mary Sue, albeit not as much. At least she's had some proper training in the force now. I would have liked to have seen Chewie play a bigger role. There wasn't enough about him dealing with his grief for Han.

One more thing. No Chiss and no Thrawn. I wasn't expecting it, but gee it would have been awesome. Now onto the good. This movie has made the franchise mature somewhat. I really appreciate the move towards "balance" of the force being a yin and yang like balance between dark and light. The idea that balance is the light side destroying the dark never sat right with me. The casino planet act also made some social commentary, which I enjoyed. Many people feel like it was filler, but for me, it fleshes out the universe more. Seeing Yoda again as a force ghost, and that force ghosts are able to physically interact with the real world through the force was great. It's probably my favourite scene of the film. I suspect in the next film we'll see Luke interacting with Rey in much the same way.

Kylo Ren is the star of this movie for me. His character has developed so much from the tantrum throwing emo kid in TFA. In typical darkside style, he waited for a good opportunity and turned on his master. The way it was done was brilliant, and the fight scene afterwards was possible the best in Star Wars yet. The relationship between Rey and Kylo developed in a really interesting way, leaving me interested to see what happens next. The misdirection in the trailers and movie itself were welcome. Poe's character was fleshed out quite a lot, and I enjoyed seeing him in action. Fin still didn't grab me much, but his interaction with the new character Rose was nice. Snoke was cool while we saw him. I'm not convinced he's really dead and I really want to learn more about him.

As I wrote earlier, Rey is still a bit of a Mary Sue, but Rian made a good effort of improving her character. I still can't say I like her, but I at least don't dislike her anymore. Overall, Rian told a really good story, and he sets some very interesting groundwork for the next movie. Some of the decisions made haven't gone down well with a big chunk of the fandom, and I'm not 100% happy with them myself, but they don't make the film bad. People are giving low scores because they didn't like Luke dying, Rey being a nobody, and Snoke being killed off so early. These aren't good or fair reasons to give a film a low score.… Expand
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AdamZeroDec 17, 2017
The Last Jedi was not my favorite Star Wars movie (still Empire), but I thoroughly enjoyed it. It had emotional and philosophical undercurrents that we've yet to see in a Star Wars film, yet it also featured some of the most striking visualThe Last Jedi was not my favorite Star Wars movie (still Empire), but I thoroughly enjoyed it. It had emotional and philosophical undercurrents that we've yet to see in a Star Wars film, yet it also featured some of the most striking visual moments, to date. To be fair, the plot and acting had some uneven moments. Without giving spoilers, there was a long-running plot thread between the First Order and the Resistance in space that seemed to drag on too long in order to allow some other plot threads to catch up in order to tie them all together. The tonal and tension shift between different threads felt conflicting, at times, but I also recognized the film-makers' intent to avoid an emotional palette that felt too monochrome. I felt that Adam Driver's performance as Kylo Ren was greatly improved from The Force Awakens, yet Daisy Ridley's performance as Rey felt flat, at times (although that might have been a product of Ren's darker and more mercurial material compared to Rey's earnest hero journey). Note that my score is an honest 8, not a 10 to try to balance out the negativity of some other reviews. If all the outraged users on this site were to score the film reasonably the average user score would certainly be higher than 4.9 (at the moment). Unfortunately, many viewers apparently felt they had some ownership of the film and, it not being what they wanted it to be, have childishly given the film a '0', bringing the average down considerably. If anyone wonders why the critics' score is higher, it's because they write their reviews after consideration and not out of a knee-jerk reaction to a few points here or there that they allowed to ruin the whole experience for them. This film is not 'The Room'- for the craft that went into it, alone, it would be worthy of a 4/10. Again, this is not a perfect film, and I absolutely understand that different people may like or dislike different aspects of the film for their own personal reasons. I find it telling, however, that most people who disliked things I liked about the film resort to cheap hyperbole ('the acting is awful'; 'the writing is terrible') that doesn't really explain to anyone what was wrong or how it could have been better. Further, anyone who feels the need to bash Disney as part of bashing the film obviously went into the theater with a predisposition to dislike the film.… Expand
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XcaliberMar 18, 2018
long story short, the hate for this movie is unwarranted and the movie is 80% brillaiant, 10% crap and 10% average. just watch it now
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Catcher2001Dec 16, 2017
Alright, It is definitely a flawed film. It's not perfect and you might not like it. I won't spoil anything, but some parts seem like filler, the porgs obviously serve no story purpose and the pacing and some choices seem a bit odd at times.Alright, It is definitely a flawed film. It's not perfect and you might not like it. I won't spoil anything, but some parts seem like filler, the porgs obviously serve no story purpose and the pacing and some choices seem a bit odd at times. I enjoyed watching Star Wars Episode 8 though, I will see it again without a doubt, and I look forward to episode 9. The film is fun, some jokes don't land but oh well; there was moments when I was genuinely shocked, sometimes the shocks are cheap and have no actual meaning but I still had my mouth open at more than one point; and finally there is some genuinely good themes and scenes in the film, some themes are shoehorned, but others were relevant and you can hate me but I think a lot of the big choices and twists were good ones and I enjoyed watching them unfold. Go check out the film- but don't think it's gonna answer the universe's questions or anything. (also I forgot to mention but the film is gorgeous)… Expand
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twall3Dec 16, 2017
With all the hate-reviews, I began to wonder if it was actually going to be bad, inspite of the 50+ professional critics that loved it. Before I went, I contacted 3 avid Star Wars fans who had seen it, and they LOVED it. So I had hope.With all the hate-reviews, I began to wonder if it was actually going to be bad, inspite of the 50+ professional critics that loved it. Before I went, I contacted 3 avid Star Wars fans who had seen it, and they LOVED it. So I had hope. Overall, it was quite enjoyable and a solid addition to the Star Wars saga. Sure there were things that weren't perfect, but it's just a movie - one to enjoy. Unfortunately, for me, the middle of the movie was ruined by the guy next to me who was eating popcorn out of a crackly bag and I was pulled out of the movie for a while. Will have to see it again. I recall not really liking the Force Awakens with the first viewing, but saw it 2 more times in the theater and each time liked it better. I expect that may happen with this one as well.… Expand
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avr50Dec 15, 2017
Star Wars: Episode VIII- The last jedi, is a good movie. Is not the best of all, but is good, and there are some things that are interesting. Even that the movie is 152 minutes long, it doesn't´t feel that long. I like Episode VII more thanStar Wars: Episode VIII- The last jedi, is a good movie. Is not the best of all, but is good, and there are some things that are interesting. Even that the movie is 152 minutes long, it doesn't´t feel that long. I like Episode VII more than this, but this movie feels a little more epic. Rain Johnson is a good director, not only let us see the characters developed in the way they do, but also visually, is stunning. The performances are amazing, specially from Daisy Ridley and Mark Hamill, not saying that the other actors are not good, because everyone is great, but Daisy and Mark gave the best performances of their careers in this movie. The issues of this movie, at least to me, is that the movie takes some decisions that they were not good for the movie (like the direction of a character, and the fact that the movie could be 20 minutes short) I would love to explore Laura Dern character a little bit more. Also, the movie could use some more dark moments. Leaving that behind, the movie was entertaining and has some epic moments, that in the future, Star Wars fans will look up to.Not the best Star Wars movie, but it´s a good one.… Expand
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fungifeetDec 15, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As hard for me as it is to write a negative review about a Star Wars film, here I am. What i can say that is that what it does good, it does good. What it does bad, it does bad. First of all i'd like to start with the good. Starting with an absolutely stunning space scene with amazing visuals, fantastic state of the art CGI and unbelievable camera work, this film sets it's self out to be the best looking Star Wars film ever made. Director Rian Johnson has got this part of the film right providing fans with two and a half hours of jaw dropping scenery and visuals. Not only this but there are a load of nods to past films and like the dice from "A New Hope" and yes this is a spoiler but Yoda coming to Luke in force ghost. There a loads of moments throughout the film that will make a true Star Wars fan really squirm with excitement, I mean i cheered alongside many others in the cinema when Yoda appeared. The space fights are outstanding, the planets, the old rebellion ships the use in the final act are stunning alongside the scenery but the big question is, do the positives outweigh the negatives?

Starting with Finn and Roses subplot. This was so out of place and poorly paced. Overall they ended up having no major effect on the film or anything that happened, Finn was wasted and Rose just felt so forced into the film, the love triangle it potentially creates is just unnecessary and i found it somewhat irritating. Finn does *Spoiler* kill Phasma but it was in such a poor underwhelming fight that really makes you feel like director Rian doesn't care about his characters at all. I think everyone went into the cinema expecting Phasma to take a more prominent role because her character is actually so cool and her costume is insanely nice. Phasma kind of falls into a Boba Fett thing where you still admire how cool she is but everyone knows how wasted that character actually is. The fight lasts all of a minute and it doesn't even end up REALLY being Finn that kills her. I really loved the scene with Rey, Kylo and Snoke. I say that but i also fundamentally disagreed with it. This whole scene literally takes every single ounce of curiosity that EP7:TFA left us with and throws it out the window. Who is Snoke? Who are Reys parents? IT LITERALLY DOESN'T MATTER. Snoke dies and Reys parents are NOBODY. I honestly can't understand the direction they've took this in and that upsets me. Luke Skywalker, the hero, the legend and now the scared old man with no fight in him, oh and also the dead man. Luke's character feels the furthest away from being Luke Skywalker that he could ever be. He literally wanted to kill his nephew, the man who literally nearly gave his life for his Dad to return to the light side of the force got scared of his nephews raw strength and dark thoughts and literally pulled a lightsaber out on him while he was sleeping and then payed the price leading him to exile. This is the worst possible Luke storyline for me. Mark Hamil himself has said he disagrees with everything they did with Luke. It just makes no sense to me. We don't get to see any cool force scenes with Luke, any lightsaber scenes, nothing. Infact there isn't an actual lightsaber fight in this film. Luke dodges a few attempts from Kylo but that's literally it. How depressing. The final complaint of mine is how underwhelming Luke's death is, i mean surely if you have the balls to kill of such an icon you have to make it epic for the fans? Well that's not at all what we got. Luke uses the force one last time to make what i'll call a force hologram tricking Kylo into thinking he is there to distract the First Order so that the resistance can escape.. or rebels at this point? That was confusing too. Luke dodges attack from Kylo a couple of times, beautiful scene and everything but then finally he stands down and pulls an old Ben Kenobi 2.0. Doesn't quite say the same thing but does the whole "Strike me down and i'll" thing. Kylo strikes him and he's still stood because it's a hologram. By doing this Luke uses all his force maybe? I don't know this isn't made clear but he dies while watching the two suns of the planet he's took exile in set, in a new hope fashion. Luke did not get the ending he deserved. I'd rather go on believing Return of the Jedi was the end of his story. Verdict.
This film creates new possibilities in the Star Wars universe while destroying and missing so many opportunities to please original fans. The sub plot was weak and the main story provides poor answers for massive questions, had they got this right this film could be compared to or better than Empire Strikes back but unfortunately it falls short where we really needed it to exceed expectations however the film is action packed and lots of fun with some misplaced humor creating so cringey moments but some beautiful.… Expand
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bookonDec 21, 2017
I created an account to enter this review... When I see the bad user reviews, they remind me of the political posts one sees online. They seem to be written by people living in an alternate reality. A scary alternate reality I'd never want toI created an account to enter this review... When I see the bad user reviews, they remind me of the political posts one sees online. They seem to be written by people living in an alternate reality. A scary alternate reality I'd never want to visit. I loved this film, but I can see easily why some don't but to hate it with this passion makes no sense. Like the sad uncle who keeps posting on Facebook that Obama was the antiChrist or Trump is being targeted the FBI for assasination, you feel both contempt and pity for them. One thing I have learned is that there is a small vocal minority that can't tolerate having their expectations subverted. The film is just fine, a bit draggy in the middle and did zig a few places it should have zagged, but overall it's an excellent film and I can't wait to see it again.… Expand
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AztecHawkDec 16, 2017
I'm glad they went in a new direction for this movie, that's something we were asking for since The Force Awakens. This movie expands the mythos of the Star Wars universe, the Force and the characters we thought we knew. It has its issuesI'm glad they went in a new direction for this movie, that's something we were asking for since The Force Awakens. This movie expands the mythos of the Star Wars universe, the Force and the characters we thought we knew. It has its issues that's totally true, time will tell if this movie lives in infamy or high regard from the public, but personally I enjoyed it a lot.… Expand
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joeg15Dec 15, 2017
A refreshingly new take for a Star Wars film. Beautifully shot, great performances across the board. I can understand some peoples issues with it, but don't get the outright hate for it. Like Luke said in the first trailer "This isn't goingA refreshingly new take for a Star Wars film. Beautifully shot, great performances across the board. I can understand some peoples issues with it, but don't get the outright hate for it. Like Luke said in the first trailer "This isn't going to go how you expect"… Expand
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NotarztDec 16, 2017
TL:DR Should you go out and watch it? Yes! Is it the masterpiece I hoped it would be? No, sadly it is not.

First of all: I won't spoil anything in this review! Now for the Movie, I came into this with massive, probably to massive,TL:DR Should you go out and watch it? Yes! Is it the masterpiece I hoped it would be? No, sadly it is not.

First of all: I won't spoil anything in this review! Now for the Movie, I came into this with massive, probably to massive, expectations. The Force Awakens (TFA) was alright - a good introduction into a new era of Star Wars but also borrowed to many plot devices from A New Hope. So, for me, in order to fall in love with this new trilogy, The Last Jedi (TLJ) had to really become a new Empire, a Movie that embraces all that's great about Star Wars and expands on it while also surprising the audience with new and unexpected twists and turns. And while the movie succeeds at the latter tasks, by really delivering some memorable and unexpected scenes, TLJ managed to really mess up the "Star Wars" part of the movie. It just feels like a fan film at times. A really good one, that comes close to Star Wars but never actually manages to create the same atmosphere and tension. This is mostly due to some questionable story decisions (that straight up make no sense at times), too many characters (its hard to get involved with a "core team" like back in the original trilogy with Han, Leia and Luke. TLJ has a tone of characters but that means each them only gets limited screen time) and the Movies tendencies to make scenes unnecessarily funny. You will know exactly what I mean after you've seen the first 10 minutes. Many scenes are just dark, serious and in their essence really good - until the awkward joke moment. I don't want to spoil, so let me give you an unrelated example: Imagine you watch the Vader scene in Empire, and just after the " I am your father" line Luke would respond with a little wink and a "Oh really?". A little tiny moment, that would change the whole movie. TLJ is full of these little moments, that are forcefully funny and sadly just don't work for me. They destroy otherwise really amazing moments for no apparent reason. And then there are some moments of magic and a long and really unnecessary "safe the animals" subplot adding salt to open wounds. But enough complaining, there is also a lot to like about TLJ . Its really well made. The visuals are stunning, the creatures are great, the Worlds amazing and the space battles intense and beautiful. The Soundtrack is on the expected level, meaning really, really amazing and just everything about the production is almost flawless. Also certain characters are really well developed, Kylo and Ray have some great moments and some of the stuff I don't want to spoil is just really amazing. Overall this is not a bad movie, nor ist an unenjoyable one. But I wanted to leave the cinema with a big smile on my face - and I didn't. As a movie this is a solid, enjoyable 7 out 10 - a really good movie, but not a masterwork. If this wasn't a Star Wars movie, I would be happy with it. But as a Star Wars movie, it did sadly disappoint me overall.… Expand
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gtompkins48Dec 16, 2017
Amazing movie, though I understand why some hardcore fans are upset. The direction they took with Luke will be controversial but I personally liked it. Best performance was from Adam Driver. Also a beautiful final performance from CarrieAmazing movie, though I understand why some hardcore fans are upset. The direction they took with Luke will be controversial but I personally liked it. Best performance was from Adam Driver. Also a beautiful final performance from Carrie Fisher. This felt like the end of the trilogy, despite being the second movie. I am curious as to what they will do for IX.… Expand
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CraftyBoyDec 19, 2017
Star Wars The Last Jedi is not a terrible movie, it is a pretty damn good one

Rian Johnson did a near fantastic job with the movie, the casino parts and the character of Rose I thought were pointless, but fun and the rest of the movie wasStar Wars The Last Jedi is not a terrible movie, it is a pretty damn good one

Rian Johnson did a near fantastic job with the movie, the casino parts and the character of Rose I thought were pointless, but fun and the rest of the movie was heart warming, fun and exciting.… Expand
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xlt3000Dec 17, 2017
Went into this film expecting a disaster, having read the metacritic user reviews (which I trust more than actual critics). I previously abhorred "The Force Awakens", and I still do.

I was absolutely surprised to the contrary. This isWent into this film expecting a disaster, having read the metacritic user reviews (which I trust more than actual critics). I previously abhorred "The Force Awakens", and I still do.

I was absolutely surprised to the contrary. This is possibly my favorite SW film to date, possibly even better than Rogue One. The characters from TFA really come into their own in this film, with amazing performances that also explore their deep-seated psychological issues (Kylo Ren & Rey). This is a visually and aurally mind-blowing film. The space and ground battles are astonishing, let alone due to the originality of the planets they are fought in, and the look of the ships aswell as the sounds. This is a film that in scale, leapfrogs what we saw in TFA and even Rogue One.

On the negatives, the film has a pacing issue. The entire film is basically one massive extended sequence, and drags on. My other gripe is the character of "Rose", which I found unlikeable and totally useless in the film.

Finally, onto the story itself. I believe this is what ultimately causes the bad ratings. It is obviously a very divisive story. It is quite clear in this film that the makers of TFA had no idea where they wanted to take the story. Most of the deep plot questions everyone had were resolved more (Kylo Ren, Rey, Luke) or less (Snoke, Phasma) satisfyingly. What I will say as a SW fan is that the film is an amazing mixture of pure nostalgia and fan-service, but also truly taking SW into the new age. I always felt the prequel series suffered from childish use of CGI and bland acting...TLJ is a hard-hitting visceral SW film. I've read some reviewers complain that the SW lore is spat upon. I disagree. I feel Rian Johnson obviously TOOK RISKS but also took SW into the new age whilst giving the hardcore fans (like me) some real fan-service.

This for me is an 8/10. Surpasses all the prequel films. I prefer not to compare to the OT because I feel they are in a category of their own. On par and even better than Rogue One. Misses a perfect mark (10/10) due to the bad pacing issue and the annoying Rose character.

It will be interesting to see what JJ Abrams does with episode 9. But I am very negative considering TFA is such a useless film in the series. If anything, TLJ is what TFA should have been. TFA is an extended introduction to the characters, which was not thought out and just made to make money, TLJ really kicks things into gear and makes things happen to the characters.

Well done Rian Johnson.… Expand
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DrGeneKaufmanDec 16, 2017
It's definitely a mixed bad. If you don't care for any meddling with Star Wars Lore you might be annoyed. But in the end I think the interesting themes dealing with failure and legends not living up to their name as well as the focus on theIt's definitely a mixed bad. If you don't care for any meddling with Star Wars Lore you might be annoyed. But in the end I think the interesting themes dealing with failure and legends not living up to their name as well as the focus on the failings of Jedi philosophy topped with the great action scenes still make this is a good movie in the end. Amazing? No. Great? No. Good. Yes. Thought provoking? Yes. Divisive? You got it.… Expand
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