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LatinCritic13Feb 1, 2018

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is the eight installment of the Star Wars franchise and I have to admit it, that movie was pretty darn good and somewhat, very familiar to Empire Strikes Back. The Last Jedi brought so many good things in thisStar Wars: The Last Jedi is the eight installment of the Star Wars franchise and I have to admit it, that movie was pretty darn good and somewhat, very familiar to Empire Strikes Back. The Last Jedi brought so many good things in this installment, including new characters, brand new backstories, and a direction that may inevitably impact future Star Wars movies in general. Since this film is directed by the guy that directed Looper and few episodes of my all-time favorite show Breaking Bad (Rian Johnson), has brought in a very unique approach that made this latest installment very mature than The Force Awakens. After seeing this film, I was blown away of how epic and surreal that movie has turned out to be when it comes to the action intensity, performances, and the sound mixing. This film is awesome compared to Empire Strikes Back, but not as masterful as The New Hope. And Disney.... please don't ruin Star Wars!… Expand

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RyanlDec 16, 2017

I've been a fan of Star Wars all my life and was so excited for this movie, and I'm pleased to say I was beyond satisfied. The action sequences were amazing, visual effects were stunning and the characters were phenomenal. Even just lookingI've been a fan of Star Wars all my life and was so excited for this movie, and I'm pleased to say I was beyond satisfied. The action sequences were amazing, visual effects were stunning and the characters were phenomenal. Even just looking at it as a sci-fi, action movie I was very pleased with this movie, highly recommend it.… Expand

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GamerJosh0137Jan 3, 2018

I know a lot of people weren't to happy with The Last Jedi, and I am also willing to consider that my taste in movies could be bad. One of my all time favorites is the original Die Hard, so yeah. That said I loved almost every second of TheI know a lot of people weren't to happy with The Last Jedi, and I am also willing to consider that my taste in movies could be bad. One of my all time favorites is the original Die Hard, so yeah. That said I loved almost every second of The Last Jedi. I thought it was paced really well and made use of epic set pieces to really show how small The Rebel Alliance is. A real David and Goliath story. The movie was also not at all afraid to send you in a direction only to be yanked the opposite, but it works without completely botching the pace. The price of admission was definitely worth the 2 and 1/2(?) hours.… Expand

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MrMovieBuffDec 15, 2017

'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' throws so much at you than any other "Star Wars" movie, that you walk out feeling both confused and exhausted... but, it isn't short of its fair share of thrills. The movie pretty much begins where 'Star Wars: The'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' throws so much at you than any other "Star Wars" movie, that you walk out feeling both confused and exhausted... but, it isn't short of its fair share of thrills. The movie pretty much begins where 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' (2015) left off, Rey (Daisy Ridley) has finally found Luke Skywalker (a powerhouse Mark Hamill), and is ready to take her training. Gone are the days of her being a desert scavenger on the planet Jakku, and she has become what she never thought she could be. The Resistance is back with Leia (the late Carrie Fisher), Poe (Oscar Isaac) and Finn (John Boyega), as they try to escape the First Order after the destruction of Starkiller Base, and Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) is not wasting any time as he is being constantly tested by Supreme Leader Snoke (Andy Serkis). Now, I already know that just by explaining the plot, it already sounds similar to 'Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back' (1980), but no... it isn't. There are similarities for sure, and similarities to another "Star Wars" film which I won't mention, but you'll know when you see it. Director Rian Johnson ('Brick' and 'Looper') was adamant about how this is a more "different" Star Wars movie, and he is right. Aesthetically, this is one of the most stunning "Star Wars" movies I've seen, there is a lot of uses of the color red here. Not to mention that Johnson does break some rules (if I can say that) regarding the "Star Wars" lore and mythology, but at the same time, he also shows us how powerful something like the Force can be, and we may not have realized that. There is one scene however, which turns away from all that. Without spoiling too much, let's just say that there is a small plot where two characters have to travel to a particular planet to find something, and while on that planet, it feels like a completely different movie (maybe this was Rian Johnson's intention). The scene does go on for a bit too long, and ultimately, I could do without it. For 2 hours and 32 minutes, cutting out that scene would shave at least 20 minutes. The main reason why I would prefer "The Force Awakens" more is because that movie's plot was minimal and simplistic, despite it being infamously similar to 1977's "A New Hope". But it had great character development, and fast-paced action, and the story never lost focus. Here, just with that one scene, it did lose just a touch of focus, but Rian Johnson isn't afraid to throw so much at you. This movie tells a brilliant story regarding where our main characters go, and what fate lies ahead of them. There are also so many plot-twists in this movie, breaking the narrative code and taking as many risks as possible, this might just be the most complex entry in this iconic franchise. Obviously, I really enjoyed this movie, and cannot wait to see it some more. It is a fantastic follow-up to a very entertaining "The Force Awakens", and is sure to open more doors for the upcoming "Episode IX", Rian Johnson clearly has a unique vision for this franchise and its characters that no other director - not even George Lucas or J.J. Abrams - would dare to take. Johnson took some risks, and for the most part, it paid off, which makes his upcoming "Star Wars" trilogy all the more anticipated.… Expand

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mcq767Dec 18, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was not a fan of Force Awakens due to the fact that I thought it was primarily an uninspired rehash of past movies, and had little to no focus on exposition or dialogue. I will acknowledge that this movie burned down every major plot point set up to be explored by the first movie, but I for one was greatly relieved by that fact. I'm so sick of tropes revolving around missing parents and an emperor figure pulling the strings that I was personally glad when they jettisoned those plot points in favor of something new. td;dr, IMO if you disliked VII like I did, you'll probably like this one, and vice versa.… Expand

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thorshammerbcDec 19, 2017

Last Jedi gets an 86 CRITIC rating here for good reason. The story is far better than Seven - which was basically a New Hope rehash (without improving it). Plot moves in welcome new directions, effects are great, there's characterLast Jedi gets an 86 CRITIC rating here for good reason. The story is far better than Seven - which was basically a New Hope rehash (without improving it). Plot moves in welcome new directions, effects are great, there's character development galore... and it's FUNNY! This movie rocks.

The disenchantment from 'fans' goes way beyond partisan. Lamenting plot holes is absurd for space opera genre movies like this; these are not only standard fare but also largely beside the point. I've seen all three trilogies (2/3 of the most current of course...)in their original runs, and they all shine in their own right and for their TIME. Each is distinctly fun in a different way. Expecting them to merely recreate past glory is both futile and boring.… Expand

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johnem95Dec 15, 2017

“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” broadens the story The Force Awakens built up, sending this new trilogy in thrilling, and in some cases, unexpected directions. Rey, Luke, and Kylo Ren are the co-MVPs.

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badgerryan19Dec 15, 2017

For real look at this user score. This is the problem today in movies. People beg for originality and creativity and when they get it, guess what? They hate it or spit on it. This is the reason why we don't get original ideas/concepts.For real look at this user score. This is the problem today in movies. People beg for originality and creativity and when they get it, guess what? They hate it or spit on it. This is the reason why we don't get original ideas/concepts. Alright onto the film. First of all the actors and performances were all incredible, but Mark Hamill steals every single shot when he is in frame. Also Daisy and Adam are incredible. They better be right? They are the lead roles after all, but well done. The movie looked incredible down to every detail in design, costumes and CGI, and you can not forget about the creature models/designs. Some of the best creatures I've seen in a movie in a while. The story I felt was really engaging and felt more complete this time. It felt more of a fantasy and oddly enough a thriller at least to me. It has all the Star Wars fighting, lasers and Stormtroopers dying, along side some really awesome 1 on 1 fights and some surprises I did not see coming sprinkled in. Overall if you are a fan of Rian's work or just love Star Wars see it in theaters, and actually give originality and creativity a chance it might actually shock you.… Expand

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Batman2752Mar 4, 2018

Not even close to as bad as people make it out to be. An on par Star Wars movie. Sure it's hokey at times, but so was Return of the Jedi. At the very least give it a try, and try not to expect it to live up to impossible expectations.

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hypeatiaSep 6, 2018

There are plenty of middle-aged asshats who are out to troll this movie, but I personally loved it. Well-acted, great leads, amazing action. Go Rian, let's see some more from this universe please.

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cwilliamhudDec 15, 2017

PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO NEGATIVE REVIEWS! I was very surprised to see how divisive this movie is among fans. As the critic score suggests, it is a well-made (and well-directed) film. Most of the criticism is directed towards the movie'sPLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO NEGATIVE REVIEWS! I was very surprised to see how divisive this movie is among fans. As the critic score suggests, it is a well-made (and well-directed) film. Most of the criticism is directed towards the movie's directions with the characters which I will not explore too much as I am trying to keep this spoiler free. First off, this is easily the best Star Wars film since Empire Strikes Back: its plot and character developments, insane special effects, and lasting emotional depth (including a few heartbreaking scenes with Leia/Carrie Fisher). It uses some nostalgic elements-- but no where near the amount in Force Awakens. It takes the story in surprising, and provocative new directions. Some of these directions are causing divisiveness at the moment. It seems many people are having trouble (*caution small spoiler) with the direction of Luke's character-- in this film he is not the all-perfect hero of the original trilogy, but I'd like to think this film made him a more dynamic and human character-- and he still has an incredible act of heroism towards the end (*end small spoiler)
Overall a phenomenal film. Do not listen to the criticism on here as the only people reviewing this movie on this site and RT are those who are passioned haters. A majority of people love the film (just look at IMDB for instance with an 8.1/10 rating from over 50,000 reviewers). Anyway I recommend you see it and decide for yourself whether you think it is a respectable movie or not. I'd love to see your voice be heard on this site and others :)… Expand

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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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The_T-10Jan 6, 2018

I believe the last Star Wars movie before "The Last Jedi" to be this controversial, bold, and risky was "The Empire Strikes Back". The visual is, as always, magnificent. Someone's gotta take over the franchise from the Skywalkers and theI believe the last Star Wars movie before "The Last Jedi" to be this controversial, bold, and risky was "The Empire Strikes Back". The visual is, as always, magnificent. Someone's gotta take over the franchise from the Skywalkers and the Solos, and I believe this movie did a great job in doing that. Rey's background is finally unveiled in this episode, and to the surprise of almost everyone, she's a no one (Hey, Darth Vader was a no one too!). That's bold. Luke has become a grudging, pessimistic, war-torn, reluctant old man. That's bold. It was revealed that Luke actually made Kylo Ren and destroyed Ben Solo by trying to kill him after sensing the "great potential for darkness". That's infinitely bold. Alright, there are indeed some dumb moments in this one, like the way Leia all of sudden was able to harness the force to safe herself, or the absolute zero chemistry of Finn and Rose (That awkward kiss tho...), or the occasional dry, unfunny jokes. But the only people that got ticked and enraged by Episode VIII are Star Wars nerds and fanboys. For me, as a general moviegoer, "The Last Jedi" is as good as any Star Wars movie can be. I like especially the dark turn of Luke's story arc and how he, Rey, and Kylo Ren questioned their integrity and moral values, how blurred the line can be between good and evil. This is a deep, provoking (For the better or worse), insightful movie that's worth the admission.… Expand

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JarodyDec 17, 2017

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is a genuinely entertaining and exciting film. It took twists and turns that were unexpected and I think that makes me like it even more. Although some romance and humour feels out of place it doesn't take away theStar Wars: The Last Jedi is a genuinely entertaining and exciting film. It took twists and turns that were unexpected and I think that makes me like it even more. Although some romance and humour feels out of place it doesn't take away the amazing special effects, oscar-worthy acting (especially Mark Hamill) and brilliantly written story.… Expand

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Tomte369Dec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILERS

To kill Snoke was a good idea. Now Ren is in a leader role and it will be interesting to watch. Also I do not think that Rey need's a big backstory. Mace Windu has no backstory, Yoda hast no backstory and Obi-Wan has no backstory. Why should they be all related to eachother? Good action, music and amazing effects like always.
I do not think that they should have killed Luke in this movie becouse now there is no posebility Rey is not turning to the dark side and she needs more training. And there were a few jokes that did not work for me or were on the wrong place. Also the Leia space scene looked awkward but was still a nice idea. The actors made a very good job. Adam Driver, Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher were just amazing.… Expand

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GabrielOFaveroDec 16, 2017

My biggest complaint in Force Awakens was that it lacks originality. It was just an Episode IV with a new twist, not presenting something really new. This time we can actually experience new ideas, on a dynamic that was not seen in a StarMy biggest complaint in Force Awakens was that it lacks originality. It was just an Episode IV with a new twist, not presenting something really new. This time we can actually experience new ideas, on a dynamic that was not seen in a Star Wars ever before. It's a great, solid and exciting story that does not play safe, and that's the whole charm of it. If you see this movie without being strained with nostalgia, actually wanting some new perspective, chances are you will enjoy this movie deeply.

It's not perfect though. Some characters and plot points were undeveloped. And they did focus a lot in fan service moments that make people scream in movie theaters. I loved some, but there were just too many.

Another controversial thing was that some Star Wars taboos were broken. Definitive and epic answers won't be seen here, and we'll learn a thing of two of classic characters that we didn't expect at all. Some people will love this plot twists, while others will feel that the movie was reckless. I guess it will depend on how much you are open for changes and your understanding that Star Wars it's not just for you, long time fan, but also for a whole new generation.

Anyway, it's a great movie in my opinion. See it with an open heart!… Expand

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timoneMar 1, 2018

Out of all the Star Wars films that are made this one is directed by Rian Johnson. People absolutely adore it for it's everything, the acting, the effects and the writing like in The Force Awakens and they can't wait for another film to comeOut of all the Star Wars films that are made this one is directed by Rian Johnson. People absolutely adore it for it's everything, the acting, the effects and the writing like in The Force Awakens and they can't wait for another film to come out which is called Episode IX. So after Star Wars: The Force Awakens, people absolutely loved everything about it. Much like the original trilogy, they love all the memorable stuff in these. They love the music like I do, it's so memorable. Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia and Harrison Ford as Han Solo. The side characters are alot of fun too but with those in the original trilogy, I'll get to that later in the original Star Wars reviews in the meantime. Now for this Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi or Star Wars: The Last Jedi, whatever you wanna call it, is continued previously after Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Now I'm sure alot of you might be thinking: I've been watching Star Wars: The Last Jedi with my friends. Now this is not the first time I've been to the cinema with my friends. No, no, no, no, no. The first time I've been to the cinema with my friends is where we've been watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Yeah, bet you didn't you, did you? The film resembles around four new characters from Episode VII - The Force Awakens, Adam Driver as Kylo Ren, Daisy Ridley as Rey, John Boyega as Finn and Oscar Issac as Poe Dameron. Geez, they have new actors and actresses put into this which is why they're from The Force Awakens. And I think the film has new characters in this by Laura Dern and Benicio de Toro. Yeah, maybe that's all I can about The Last Jedi and also before I end it, I just gotta say, the visuals in the end battle are gorgeous. Whoever did the red crystals makes the visuals of the crystals and the floor made of red crystals really makes it so beautiful and fantastic to look at. So yeah, Star Wars: The Last Jedi is a fantastic film and I sure gotta get around to watching the other Star Wars films. Even though I did notice before leaving the cinema is a tribute to Carrie Fisher who died last year of a heart attack after my favourite singer George Michael on Christmas Day. So that is Star Wars: the Last Jedi and people and I can't wait for the last and final film of the Star Wars films in 2019. Stay Tuned. May the force be with you.… Expand

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cromanalcaideDec 27, 2017

Thanks, Rian, for challenging the audience instead of just pleasing us with what we expected to see. You've given us a hell of a movie.

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The3AcademySinsDec 15, 2017

Star Wars: The Last Jedi was easily the most anticipated film of the year. Not only did it live up to the hype, I honestly believed it surpassed it. The acting from the entire cast had some of the best performances in the entire Star WarsStar Wars: The Last Jedi was easily the most anticipated film of the year. Not only did it live up to the hype, I honestly believed it surpassed it. The acting from the entire cast had some of the best performances in the entire Star Wars franchise. Specifically, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, and Mark Hamill stole the show. Given the extremely positive critical reception, I would not be surprised if Mark Hamill got a nomination for Best Supporting Actor. The story and the script were fantastic. I loved the epic three act structure with the "ticking time-bomb" trope driving the action. The humor was excellent! Another thing I must say about this script is that Rian Johnson TRULY understands The Force. None of that midichlorian crap, but the energy that binds everything in the galaxy together. The script was also very surprising, and constantly took twists and turns. I was on the edge of my seat through the whole film. Any fan theories I had or twists I expected were subverted beautifully, and I honestly never knew what was going to happen next. The action sequences were some of the best I have ever seen in Star Wars. Rian Johnson's shots were so beautiful that at times the audience in my theater gasped at what was being shown on screen. The character development was strong throughout, the world of the Galaxy was beautifully fleshed out, and I can't wait to see what happens in Episode 9.

My one complaint with the film is that the subplot between Finn/Rose felt a little bloated and dragged at times. It definitely slowed the pacing of the film, and it could have been cut entirely or trimmed down.

All in all, The Last Jedi is a MUST-SEE for Star Wars fans, and I think general audiences are really going to like this one as well. If you liked The Force Awakens and Rogue One, The Last Jedi feels like a baby that those two films had.… Expand

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joost-013Dec 28, 2017

Has it got flaws? Yes. Do certain plotpoints get a bit silly when you really think about them? Yes. Both questions are also true for every SW-movie up to this point. So the only relevant question left is: is it fun?

Yes. Ps. watch it on aHas it got flaws? Yes. Do certain plotpoints get a bit silly when you really think about them? Yes. Both questions are also true for every SW-movie up to this point. So the only relevant question left is: is it fun?

Yes.

Ps. watch it on a screen as big as possible in 3D (Imax if possible) to maximally suspend your disbelief and get sucked up by the SW universe.… Expand

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Kitsun3Dec 22, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In one word - great. With that said...

THE FOLLOWING IS IN REFERENCE TO THE LARGE SCALE FAN DISCUSSION AND NOT AN OVERALL CRITIQUE OF THE FILM: I've got to be missing something here - perhaps I'm the perfect capture audience for this film but I honestly think it is as good and maybe just maybe better than V and VI. The only complaint I have is exactly why Luke had to die there and then, it seems in one part he has mastered the force and goes of his own will to torment Kylo Ren and it also shows him really struggling with himself. And personally I like the idea that Star Wars is the tale of the Skywalker's but that's a personal wish and I can roll with it if necessary. Apart from that - and the dragged out casino film - I feel the film did alot right. I don't feel any racism was directed at Fin or Rose. My girlfriend believes that Star Wars is ahead of the curve for feminism. I think Luke ever so briefly acts out of character in a couple of scenes but actually acts very human just like he did in Empire and just like Anakin did before him. Luke changed as a result of some incredibly serious personal experiences and changes in the force and I absolutely see how this character 'could' have and did form. I enjoyed the madness of Kylo Ren, it really explains his actions in VII. His torment has literally driven him to moments of pure madness that were played out well. I enjoyed that the big bad was killed off early. I enjoyed Snoke's deception of Rey. I enjoyed Poe being shown as young, naive and missing a trick - his counterplay with the purple hair lady (oops) is great. I enjoyed Leia's use of the force, even if the cinematography wasn't perfect.

I have been a long time fan of the films and what I have read on the Wiki ONLY. I am not a huge Star Wars buff, I just happen to know what has happened around the films. Honestly it really thrilled me. I just feel the need to stand up for the film as a consumer while most of my nerdy comrades are blasting it. From my point of view it was great.… Expand

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movieconsultantDec 21, 2017

A terrific and bold film. It certainly brings the franchise towards a new, and maybe better direction.

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Jusitn05h3aDec 30, 2017

This movie was one of the top 3 best Star Wars movies to date. Rian Johnson had so many plot issues to tackle in this movie that were presented in Ep. 7 as well as other issues that he had to work around such as deaths in the cast. This filmThis movie was one of the top 3 best Star Wars movies to date. Rian Johnson had so many plot issues to tackle in this movie that were presented in Ep. 7 as well as other issues that he had to work around such as deaths in the cast. This film was very Lucasesque and I think he would have been proud of this effort. The plot was unpredictable and well executed. There were also many funny moments in the film that contrasted the action and dialogue well. It also delves into lore that was somewhat missing from earlier films. 9/10… Expand

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CalmacilDec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I want to thank Rian Johnson for giving us the best Star Wars movie since The Empire Strikes Back!
This bold entry moves the franchise forward in a way that was necessary after The Force Awakens. All of the cast succeed in portraying interesting, three dimensional characters. The Music and and the visuals are stunning, as you might expect. But it really is Rian Johnsons direction and writing that makes this movie so special. He managed to infuse Star Wars with new ideas and concepts, while keeping the core of what makes Star Wars special. The dynamic of Luke and Rey, Snoke and Kylo is fascinating. I especially love Lukes Character development before and in this film, and Mark Hamills portrayal. Unlike Anakin Skywalkers character development in the Prequels, Luke Skywalkers path here made sense. You can see his conflict and his suffering, and understand how on impulse and fear he thought for an instant to kill Ben. This informs Kylos path as well, as it is equally understandable how terrifying this must have been for him, pushing him over to the dark side. The interplay between Rey and Kylo Ren via force skype was also very well done and interesting. I was really wondering during the whole throne room scene wether Kylo could be turned. This sequence is a big setup for the final confrontation between Rey and Kylo in Episode IX.
General Leia had a bigger part in this movie then i expected. She finally got to use the force, but it´s really her message of Hope thats important to the movie. Despite all the loss and sacrifice, she will never give up. Her relationship with Poe and Holdo worked quite well, showing her development since Return of the Jedi. I loved that the "our chances to pull this off are one in 15.623" plan did not work out for once. It showed Poe and Finn that their hot head approach may just not work every time. Finn and Rose do not actually contribute to the immediate story, but they manage to give the enslaved children of Canto Bight hope for the future. The final scene of the movie takes us back to the message of The Force Awakens and sets up the future of the franchise in a big way. The next generation of Force users is on the way, probably to be trained by the Last Jedi, Rey, but what will they identify as?
Star Wars is often described as "black vs white", and belittled for it, because the world is "grey". But Rian Johnsons writing manages to come back at this with DJ and the Canto Bight sequence. I think this shows us that this kind of moral relativism is, in the end, just black, just evil. The rich slave holding weapon traders are not grey, they are just evil. And to me, that gets a point across to the real world. If you sell weapons to places like Saudi Arabia, you are not grey, you´re evil. If you eat chocolate that nine year old kids are forced to work for, you´re not grey, you are just evil.… Expand

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Willyam_CarrDec 17, 2017

This is easily one of the best Star Wars films. I write that as a huge Star Wars fan, but also a someone who understands that the quality of Star Wars films tends the be iffy. The visuals, sound, and production design are all top notch. TheThis is easily one of the best Star Wars films. I write that as a huge Star Wars fan, but also a someone who understands that the quality of Star Wars films tends the be iffy. The visuals, sound, and production design are all top notch. The pacing and story fit perfectly with the mechanics of the universe, but still subvert expectations. I truly believe this movie will be appreciated as time passes. So many people are upset that their beloved theories were wrong, and are ignoring all of the amazing things Rian Johnson does in this film. Give it a chance.… Expand

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Angel_SighDec 19, 2017

For me, this is comfortably the best Star Wars film since the originals, and most probably the best Star Wars film ever made. If you're trying to get your head around the ridiculous user score you should bear in mind three things that areFor me, this is comfortably the best Star Wars film since the originals, and most probably the best Star Wars film ever made. If you're trying to get your head around the ridiculous user score you should bear in mind three things that are contributing to this backlash(against what is one of the best sci-fi films of the decade so far, remember):

1. Certain fans believe they own this franchise, and any deviation from their mind-numbing check-list of 'things a Star Wars film must do' is met by the most pathetic, infantile tantrums outside of an actual kindergarten. They also believed that they had the plot of the film mapped out before release simply by studying the trailers, and when it turned out that they had been wrong-footed and in fact they didn't have a clue(none of us did), they took it as a personal insult. Just digest that fact: grown ups, who pretend they care about cinema, were angry that they weren't able to predict the plot in advance. They felt angry because a film surprised them. That should tell you something about the intellectual and artistic level at which some of these so-called fans operate, and it's not flattering. It's the kind of attitude that, if it were widespread, would kill all art, all entertainment, dead overnight.

2. A lot of people feel justifiably angry towards the way this franchise is being handled by Disney, and The Last Jedi comes hot on the heels of the debacle that was Star Wars Battlefront 2; a hideously cynical, craven exercise in bleeding online gamers dry, and a PR disaster that left Disney and Electronic Arts(the company who published the game) with a whole lot of egg on their faces. As I say, it's perfectly reasonable to be angry towards Disney and their handling of the Star Wars brand. Simultaneously, it's completely irrelevant and has nothing to do with whether the film is good or bad.

3. This third reason for much of the backlash is by far the most depressing, and it comes down to one thoroughly tedious and increasingly ugly little word: politics. The most scathing and unhinged of the criticisms have come from a troll army, whose size is hugely overinflated by the number of sockpuppet accounts involved, and their objection is that this is an 'SJW film', with a 'leftist bias'. They complain about the black character, Finn, they complain about the female lead, they complain when a female beats a man in the film, they complain when a black beats a white; and in case you think this is an exaggeration I was reading some of the comments at The Guardian, a newspaper with relatively reasonable commenters, and the first criticism came from someone complaining about the "anti-slavery message" in the film. That was the first issue with the film that came to his narrow little mind. For the record, the "anti-slavery message" is barely discernible, and melds naturally with the flow of the narrative. Indeed, it's represented by a couple of images that last, in total, about...ninety seconds? But as jaw-droppingly nasty and petty as that complaint is, it still represents the more tolerable end of the spectrum of entitled, alt-right-crackpottery. There is an avalanche of worthless right-wing whining about this film, and astonishingly, most of it makes that Guardian comment seem insightful - after all, it didn't talk about Rose Tico, a very likable new character, being fat and ugly and Asian, or complain about Finn being...ugh, I could go on, but why bother. Everyone knows what the worst of the internet is like - just imagine them coming after one of the best sci-fi films of recent years simply because they don't like a yucky gurl being the lead and you'll have captured the character of much of the criticism this film is receiving.

So, those three reasons have coalesced to form a perfect storm of stupidity and ignorant, dullard banality, typified by someone setting up an actual petition to try and force Disney to stop making good Star Wars films. I can only hope that they ignore these very loud, very busy, utterly irrelevant basement-dwellers, and continue to allow creatives like Rian Johnson the freedom to make Star Wars films as funny, intense, surprising, exciting and exhilarating as The Last Jedi - because make no mistake, this is the real deal. A Star Wars film that's not just good 'for a Star Wars film' but actually stands on its own two feet as a dizzying, fizzing, cinematic joy-ride through everything that makes the Star Wars universe even vaguely interesting. It's a startling light-speed jump forward for a franchise that, after the underwhelming episode VII, seemed to be slowly settling into a comfortable, predictable orbit. Think of it as a little like Game Of Thrones's Red Wedding(only not as bleak, obviously): a reordering, and a signal to the viewer that whatever comes next, you won't be able to predict it just by watching the trailers.

My rating: 9.5/10… Expand

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Creeper3455Dec 16, 2017

BIG FAN RANT ALERT! (Seriously,I warned you.)
So...After the huge 'Tidal Wave' that was the fans tearing the movie apart with a massive hate on it (move over,prequels),I was really scared for the screening,but in the end was Star Wars TheBIG FAN RANT ALERT! (Seriously,I warned you.)
So...After the huge 'Tidal Wave' that was the fans tearing the movie apart with a massive hate on it (move over,prequels),I was really scared for the screening,but in the end was Star Wars The Last Jedi a massive letdown (as the fans 'always' say)? Wrong. A 1000 times wrong. This is one of the best movies i've seen this year,even if it's nowhere near Empire Strikes Back. The pure love that an indie director like Rian Johnson (Brick,Looper) crafts throughout was so impressive,I kept smiling for the whole runtime. Like some rare sequels (say,the recent Blade Runner 2049 or Toy Story 2),this is one of those that truly expands upon the last one,with a production design that really loves the universe and tries to put every single detail on it. Think of it like a birthday cake: You have the bread,which is the set design,a delicious cream made of Oscar-worthy Visual and Sound Effects,the taste of the bread which is the story that delivers some surprising twists and a comedic timing that I only saw in Empire,and then the candles,which are the score (this time made excellently by John Williams,unlike TFA) and the acting,with Mark Hamill delivering the example of what a Supporting Actor Oscar nominee should look and be like,Adam Driver constantly evolving through his career with a Kylo Ren that is truly written this time around,and the saddest tribute I could have ever seen in a movie by Carrie Fisher. And yeah,the Porgs sure are adorable,i'll put those as sprinkles on my cake,thanks. The only flaw that keeps it from a 10/10 is the relation (?) between Finn (played by John Boyega) and Rose (played by Kelly Marie Tran). It almost makes the experience distracting from the main story,but it's not like a huge pinpoint. It was decent to look at. And another flaw isn't specifically with the movie,but it's revolved around the internet,and that's the fans: "Overrated s**t"
"It changes nothing we have had for 2 years while having the slowest space chase in cinematic history."
"Too D**n long!"
EVERYONE HAS TO SETTLE THE CREEPER DOWN. If you are reading this as a fan,hoew the living TNT could you get upset and mad at this?!? You did the same thing in TFA being ''A New Hope 2.0" (one of its biggest cons and pros),now you're being mad at something that tries to go a different route rather than being ''Empire Strikes Back 2.0''?!? Well,good luck on making this the "mother!" of Sci-Fi movies... Because that's how the Internet works... And 2017's horrid generation of young audience members... (i'm 15).
But anyway,yes,i do recommend checking out The Last Jedi. Trust me,it'll be worth your time and the hype.… Expand

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DargonetDec 28, 2017

A really great entry in the Star Wars franchise, not glorifying the past. I think TFA was the safest take on a Star Wars movie ever made, like a fan made movie adding nothing new to the franchise. TLJ surprised me often in good ways and mostA really great entry in the Star Wars franchise, not glorifying the past. I think TFA was the safest take on a Star Wars movie ever made, like a fan made movie adding nothing new to the franchise. TLJ surprised me often in good ways and most folks here just hate Luke. But especially Luke never was the greatest Jedi, just the last one and especially untalented to begin with. Rey is talented and more like my imagination of a young Yoda.I like what Disney keeps doing here.… Expand

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Jeanjj14Dec 16, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is more than a Star Wars movie, it expand the franchise in so many ways and do an amazing job updating the trilogy, all the haters here are just mad because they want something predicable and tied up to similar things that we already saw on the original movies, that they all complained on TFA. A good movie that will stay known as one of the bests on the franchise.… Expand

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elrevezDec 27, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’m with the critics on this one.

While there were certainly elements of this that I did not like (Leia jumping the space shark being the worst), and disenchantment over how Luke was treated, every time something made me uncomfortable, there was something else to snap me back and love it more. I have so much heart for the Yoda scene. Holdo light-speed collision: breath-taking. Leia standing in the Crait base doorway: stunning.

On first viewing I thought that, while each joke was genuinely funny, there were overall too many. And I felt that they tied up too many threads, wondering where the story can go in Episode IX. But second time around all these little things fell away and were far more acceptable.

I believe that this film will age very well. And that tearing Luke down to build him into something far greater will, in time, be seen as a fitting end to his character arc.… Expand

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KevBaileDec 20, 2017

The coordinated ratings bomb on this movie is despicable. Reddit and **** are sewers of fanboy/gamergate-style hatred, and this fine movie brought those awful trolls out in force, first to bomb the audience rating on RT, and now to bomb theThe coordinated ratings bomb on this movie is despicable. Reddit and **** are sewers of fanboy/gamergate-style hatred, and this fine movie brought those awful trolls out in force, first to bomb the audience rating on RT, and now to bomb the user reviews her on MC. This movie breathed fresh life into a franchise that was getting all too predictable. I shouldn't be surprised that fanboys don't want any change in direction, but to keep this franchise fresh, a new vision was necessary, and the brilliant Rian Johnson provided that fresh new vision.… Expand

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johnny5aliveDec 18, 2017

Do the morons giving the movie a '0' not see how everyone sees them as just trolls? Even if you hated the movie there are elements like score, CGI, and acting that should at least give it a 5/10. So spare us hipsters. Let me guessDo the morons giving the movie a '0' not see how everyone sees them as just trolls? Even if you hated the movie there are elements like score, CGI, and acting that should at least give it a 5/10. So spare us hipsters. Let me guess #notmystarwars lmao so pathetic… Expand

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hcavallariDec 18, 2017

I don't know why users aren't liking this movie. The last jedi is everything a fan would like. It continues to explore the new characters: Finn, Rey and specially Kylo Ren and Paul; it goes to places you didn't expect, and the space battlesI don't know why users aren't liking this movie. The last jedi is everything a fan would like. It continues to explore the new characters: Finn, Rey and specially Kylo Ren and Paul; it goes to places you didn't expect, and the space battles are the best in the entire franchise ( this movie really is a "star wars"). Visually speaking, this is also amazing: the last battle, Rey's training with the psychodelical scenes and fast montages. The franchise is not made only for hardcore fans, but for all kinds of people, it's a blockbuster just like the original movie, so it has action and also comedy, and TLJ knows that. The problems for me are the runtime (too long), and Finn and Rose arc (this last character I didn't like specially).… Expand

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alva3901Dec 19, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Star Wars: The Last Jedi, directed by Rian Johnson, will, as Luke tells Rey, "not go the way you think". The Last Jedi begins straight after the end of the Force Awakens and it is immediately apparent that Rian's vision for the new Star Wars is being put on the big screen. This is the most ambitious film in the franchise to date, as it settles all the fan-theories that have strangled every Star Wars fan for the past two years, by simply scrapping them, and I seriously liked it. First and foremost, all the characters, bar Han Solo, return in this epic, action-packed and emotional film, including Rey, Finn, Poe, General Leia, and Kylo Ren. After appearing briefly at the end of the Force Awakens, we finally see Luke as the old, rugged and isolated Jedi, who simply does not want to go back to what it used to be, saying that "it is time for the Jedi to end". We are also introduced to a trio of new characters: Rose, a maintenance worker in the resistance; Vice Admiral Amilyn Holdo, a leading officer in the resistance; and DJ, a codebreaker and a thief. Each character, both old and new, have a shining moment, few, in particular, were visually stunning to watch, such as Kylo Ren slicing Snoke in half with Luke's lightsaber and Holdo sacrificing her own life for the escaping resistance ships by flying the command ship straight at the First Order fleet at lightspeed, silencing the film so the audience could stare in awe. The acting was the best that's ever been in a Star Wars movie, with Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker and the late Carrie Fisher as Leia Organa the highlights in that department. The action was spectacular, particularly as the Rey and Kylo team-up against Snoke and the rebels escaping the First Order fleet was panning out at the same time. The story arc of Rey, Kylo, and Luke was incredibly well done, with Rey planting herself as a powerful force user and Kylo apprehensive on his allegiance to the light and dark sides. The reveal of Rey's parentage I believe was very well done and came as no surprise to myself, but I'm am certain that many who were expecting something more grandiose will be dissatisfied. Admittedly, however, many Star Wars fans will find these revelations and events irritating and conflicting. One such being of Supreme Leader Snoke, who was simply a red-herring this whole time, and though his death was shocking, it was somewhat unwarranted that the Force Awakens painted him as the ultimate villain, similar to Emperor Palpatine, for then to be killed off. Despite this, the whole sequence of events spanning a short period time that led up to this moment was suspenseful and thrilling to watch, and the immediate team-up of Rey and Kylo, as well as the kamikaze of Holdo into the fleet, culminated in without a doubt, one of the greatest Star Wars moments. My other issues, some are nitpicky, include Captain Phasma, who was a wasted opportunity again, and will be known as the Boba Fett of the current trilogy; the Finn, Rose story arc was weak and the ensuing romance felt forced; how did Finn, Rose and Poe know to call Maz Kanata to find the codebreaker when only Finn had met her for barely a brief moment in the Force Awakens; and how did DJ know about the escaping rebel ships when they were captured. I know many found Leia's using the force to fly in space far-fetched (I initially found it weird), but knowing this was Carrie Fisher's last movie as Leia, it was a nice to see her using her force sensitive powers numerous times. My lowest point of the Last Jedi was Canto Bight. What was the point really? The entire plot to find the code-breaker was utterly pointless and eventuated in a total failure. It introduced nothing that was relevant to the rest of the main plot and in the end, they found a less qualified thief in Benicio del Toro's DJ. Overall, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, despite its weaknesses in some aspects, is one of the best in the franchise, equal second with a New Hope behind Empire Strikes Back, and where many of the negativity comes from maybe because it is the least like any Star Wars movie previously. Many of the complaints are fair, but the surprises that we were least expecting made this a far more thoughtful film and its ambitious take on the universe of Star Wars is a refreshing new step.… Expand

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Davrosdaleks1Oct 13, 2018

Warning: This review doesn't contain any spoilers per se, but it does mention stuff you specifically won't find in the movie.

I know this film is very controversial. There are choices I feel were misguided. But at the end of the day, I justWarning: This review doesn't contain any spoilers per se, but it does mention stuff you specifically won't find in the movie.

I know this film is very controversial. There are choices I feel were misguided. But at the end of the day, I just came to be entertained and the film was very good at that.

It looks great with some visually arresting shots and sets. Snoke's throne room and the salt planet are especially eye-catching. Action is very impressive, including one of the best fight sequences in Star Wars.

The cast is all likable. Especially liked the new character of Rose whose determinism contrasts well with the reluctant Finn. Dialogue is good.

One of the strongest aspects of this film is that director Rian Johnson manages to defy expectations about what will happen. On the other hand, he seems so intent to go his own direction that he fumbles a little with carrying on the plot. He seems almost resistant to continue what JJ Abrahams set up in the last film. You still don't learn Supreme Leader Snoke's origins. Not even a single line of dialogue. (Though I'm not entirely hating the character even if he is a clone of Emperor Palpatine. He's got a bit of style and drive to him.) The Knights of Ren are barely mentioned. Supposedly the First Order has several force-using fighters, so where are they? Phasma was set up in the first film to be a big villain, but she is barely in this. Unlike some people, I don't mind the casino planet and the Resistance infighting. (Though I do agree that the reasoning of the rebel upper command could have been better reasoned.) Still, I think those subplots could have been easily shortened.

I get that a lot of fans may feel betrayed, but I found this to be a stylish sci-fi action film.… Expand

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nattydread69Dec 21, 2017

Absolutely the best star wars film in 10 years, coming from a true fan. I'm surprised there are so many negative reviews here, this is just what the star wars franchise needed, a fresh funny and clever refresh with the feel of the originalAbsolutely the best star wars film in 10 years, coming from a true fan. I'm surprised there are so many negative reviews here, this is just what the star wars franchise needed, a fresh funny and clever refresh with the feel of the original films. Awesome.… Expand

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treestandDec 17, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. *** This movie hurt, but it was good. I really couldn't tell where it was going, and that was amazingly refreshing for a Star Wars film. Granted, it wasn't perfect. Some of the writing felt clunky (but really, clunky writing is as much a part of Star Wars as lightsabers?) some of the jokes were great, others felt forced. It felt like the film was overstuffed, too many characters, too many sub plots. The Last Jedi would have been a stellar eight episode tv series, too bad. But still awesome. Loved where they took Luke, loved everything from the island (especially that last bit with the fire). But more than anything, I love that fascists hate this movie. It makes me love this movie SO much more. I'm giving it an extra point just for this.… Expand

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bennewmanSep 15, 2018

One of the most nuanced Star Wars movies and also one of the best directed movies of 2017. Its not perfect but it took me back to a galaxy far far away and swept me off my feet.

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Jk9785Jan 17, 2018

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is a great film with stunning visuals, great acting, and beautiful cinematography. Rian Johnson really delivered with this flick. Not saying it's perfect, there's a good quarter of it that could and should have beenStar Wars: The Last Jedi is a great film with stunning visuals, great acting, and beautiful cinematography. Rian Johnson really delivered with this flick. Not saying it's perfect, there's a good quarter of it that could and should have been cut out, but it's solid, for the most part.… Expand

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neothinkerDec 15, 2017

The Last Jedi is the most light-hearted film in the entire saga. One can really see Disney's touch, but that doesn't mean that this film lacks what makes a good Star Wars film i.e. space battles and lightsaber duels.

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SuperAquaLuigiFeb 20, 2018

This movie's similar to The Empire Strikes Back in the sense that it goes in directions you don't expect and keeps you on razor's edge the entire time. The first one played it safe to reel you in, then this one doesn't hold back in terms ofThis movie's similar to The Empire Strikes Back in the sense that it goes in directions you don't expect and keeps you on razor's edge the entire time. The first one played it safe to reel you in, then this one doesn't hold back in terms of playing with your expectations and giving you an incredible experience throughout most of the movie. There were multiple points in this movie where I wanted to applaud it right then and there. There's nothing quite like watching this movie for the first time with almost no knowledge about it, even if it isn't quite as good upon later viewings. The only reason this didn't get a 10 is because of a few issues I can't address in this spoiler-free review.… Expand

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DakeyrasUKDec 17, 2017

The Last Jedi was a great watch! I was gripped by the story and really couldn't guess where it was going.

As could be guessed, it had brilliant and beautiful shots and top notch sound. But I was genuinely impressed with characterThe Last Jedi was a great watch! I was gripped by the story and really couldn't guess where it was going.

As could be guessed, it had brilliant and beautiful shots and top notch sound. But I was genuinely impressed with character motivation/progression and character design (so many funky Aliens and critters to marvel and/or laugh at).

The film had some fan service as per The Force Awakens, but had a completely fresh story with well placed comedic relief.

I felt tension and suspense unlike any Star Wars film I have watched before and I felt real sadness near the end (should state that this is not due to a sudden plot development, but more due to the amalgamation of the themes and messages of the film).

Really looking forward to seeing this story develop in episode 9. I'm still fresh on this but maybe my favourite Star wars film so far - though the original trilogy have the near impossible to beat nostalgia value in their favour this film really does a good job in avoiding cliches (with the exception of one part that remains my only complaint).

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staslistDec 23, 2017

This movie had well developed characters, amazing effects, and decent plot. I cared about and at times worried about Rey, Fin, Rose, Luke, Poe, and etc... The film was a bit slow at times (& it felt like a middle movie), but overall worthThis movie had well developed characters, amazing effects, and decent plot. I cared about and at times worried about Rey, Fin, Rose, Luke, Poe, and etc... The film was a bit slow at times (& it felt like a middle movie), but overall worth seeing imo. Disregard the large amount of negative comments, most of them are incoherent ramblings about.… Expand

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BionicMattDec 17, 2017

Starts off slow but builds up speed. Some great moments and some brilliant call-backs. Lifted probably more from Ep V than was necessary, but far far less than VII did with IV. Overall a quality star wars entry, ignore the review-bombing.

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A-A-Ron837Dec 15, 2017

THIS IS A SPOILER FREE REVIEW
First of all, wow, the fanbase is split down the center over this movie. I personally think it's crazy the people who criticized The Force Awakens for being "too similar to A New Hope" are largely the same peopleTHIS IS A SPOILER FREE REVIEW
First of all, wow, the fanbase is split down the center over this movie. I personally think it's crazy the people who criticized The Force Awakens for being "too similar to A New Hope" are largely the same people criticizing this movie for being "too different". Anyways, despite some parts being kind of meh, I would be lying if I didn't say that I enjoyed this movie greatly and that this is probably one of if not my favorite movie this year. The movie started out alright, and then as it went on it became something amazing. The acting is excellent. I don't think I can pick a favorite actor in this movie. The plot doesn't follow many of the big Star Wars tropes, and I think that's great. There is one or two times where the plot is a little too different, but for the most part it is an intriguing addition to the saga. About half of the big moments in the movie were really predictable, but the other half were pretty good. While I did laugh a lot at every good joke, I feel they went a little overboard with the amount comedy. The characters were very well done in this movie. By the end I truly cared about all of them. Also, can someone give the guy who choreographed all of the fights scenes a raise? Those scenes were incredibly exiting to watch. Unfortunately, many things from Force Awakens didn't seem to matter in this movie, and the loose ends that were tied weren't always brought to a very satisfying conclusion. Overall, this is a very good movie that isn't quite a 10/10 due to the somewhat slow beginning, some things from Force Awakens not having a good payoff, and a few other flaws.

Edit: So, Nostalgia Critic just made a review for this movie, and his verdict is pretty much exactly what I thought of the movie: "It was awesome except for when it was kind of dumb."… Expand

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SarsethDec 16, 2017

I am not Star Wars fanboy. I did like 4-5-6 parts (best?). I liked 1st one, didnt like that much 2-3. 7 was the worst of all for me.. to slow and I felt bored when I watched it. The spinoff was good. And this one is at 4rth place for me,I am not Star Wars fanboy. I did like 4-5-6 parts (best?). I liked 1st one, didnt like that much 2-3. 7 was the worst of all for me.. to slow and I felt bored when I watched it. The spinoff was good. And this one is at 4rth place for me, after the 4-5-6 part. Great action, plot twists, yeah, there was so not needed things, small romance that was useless, naive character and one flying witch.. but with those few mistakes, there was ton of fun. 9/10
But still I hate Disney for trying to steal shows from Netflix. Thou it wont affect this score… Expand

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JonnyPotter20Dec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't understand the hate for this movie. It is not perfect but it damn well isn't a 5.3 (as of writing this). I will get past the flaws of the movie first. Yes, it is long and the Finn and Rose Story line is pretty useless and we could have done without it. In addition to that some of the humor is kind of s**t. (Milk?) However, it has so many good aspects. SPOILERS PAST THIS LINE
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So..... first things first. THe one complaint I universally see is the hate for Snokes death, saying it is a twist for the sake of twists and how they were spuer pissed and how he served no purpose. However, Snoke did serve a purpose, he seduced Kylo to the dark side, this movie and this trilogy isnt about the power of Snoke but rather the story of a conflicted, angry man who was born and raised in the light and has now been pulled towards the dark by this character. Not only is it a good twist but it represents something. It represents Kylo affirming his siding with the dark side but at the same time I feel that he might have chosen to kill him to avoid the tyranny that would have accompanied his rule over the empire. Secondly, people complain that at the dn of the movie nothoing has changed. I disagree here. Rey and Kylo are no longer the inherently good and inherently bad guys that we are used to in these films. Kylo is beginning to see the light and rey was pulled toward the dark. There is more a grey area forming and it is a fascinating thing to see. IN addition to that having Reys parents be nobodies shows how that anybody can be something, they can make a difference, you define who you are. This movie requires you to think and consider what has happened. It is nuanced. YOu cannot take it at face value as you can the other movies. It has subtle yet fascinating character arcs that are not completely obvious. To sum it up, this is where I think all the hate come from. People are taking it at face value but it is not a face value film, it requires thinking. It is not perfect but I think from a character standpoint this is the best star wars film of all time. It is intriguing, emotional, and also the fighting looks cool.… Expand

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HPFANBOY1237Apr 7, 2018

I like reading the reviews on here from the hurt Star Wars fanboys and fangirls. The Star Wars fandom is cancer. They act like they are entitled to see what they want in a Star Wars film. Wake up call, you don't own Star Wars. Anyways youI like reading the reviews on here from the hurt Star Wars fanboys and fangirls. The Star Wars fandom is cancer. They act like they are entitled to see what they want in a Star Wars film. Wake up call, you don't own Star Wars. Anyways you complain that the newest is the worst one ever and then you go and pay to see the sequel. You theorize every little detail in the movies and trailers and set your expectations over the sun and then you wonder why you hated it. YOU are the reason that you hate this movie, not Rian Johnson. Anyways, now onto the review. The Last Jedi improves on the Force Awakens in many ways except pacing. This movie is a fresh new take on Star Wars that is incredibly entertaining and incredibly smart. This movie finally does what the other films preach about and it tells us to leave the past behind. It's important but the future is just as important. Now, the only reason why I like the Force Awakens more is that it has better pacing. This film really drags in the second act with the Casino scene and then after that, it becomes amazing again.The Last Jedi has really high highs and is a fresh new take on Star Wars. A… Expand

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mc042Dec 31, 2017

This is the first truly brave movie in the Star Wars franchise, so I can easily understand why so many fans dislike it. It's really made as the middle part of the trilogy, so I expect the third one to round it all off, and then The Last JediThis is the first truly brave movie in the Star Wars franchise, so I can easily understand why so many fans dislike it. It's really made as the middle part of the trilogy, so I expect the third one to round it all off, and then The Last Jedi should make much more sense to everybody. Apart from a few disappointing scenes and the long run time, I liked it very much and appreciate the director's brave approach.… 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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MinijunkieDec 15, 2017

It's funny - I see people asking "what movie did the critics watch", and I'm over here wondering what movie THEY watched. The critics are bang on with their assessment here. This was awesome! I had my expectations beaten and lowered badly byIt's funny - I see people asking "what movie did the critics watch", and I'm over here wondering what movie THEY watched. The critics are bang on with their assessment here. This was awesome! I had my expectations beaten and lowered badly by these crappy user scores, and the movie delivered on the heart and action I would want from a Star Wars movie. I honestly don't get the negativity. I halfway think there's some sort of "anti-SJW" angle to it, which is really stupid if that's the case. Either that or people had trouble understanding or following what was going on. It's hard to say. Actually the more I read reddit, the more I realize a lot of people didn't understand some of the plot points. Some of them are pretty subtle.

The movie isn't perfect - it has pacing issues for sure, and was too long in my opinion. It could have used some editing and some of the story arcs dragged a bit. But damn, the action was fantastic, and they put in some great plot twists and surprising moments (although I saw a couple of them coming) - it wasn't nearly as cut-and-dried fan service as TFA (although I loved that one too). Honestly, people are out to lunch with this negativity.

Oh, and I also see complaints about the humor and jokes. Really? What series have you been watching all this time? There is a LOT of humor in Star Wars, and that's what makes it so damn entertaining. Get the sticks out of your butts.

Lastly, please be aware that older fans of the franchise are capable of loving this movie (I'm a lifelong fan, 45 years old) - I think some folks assume all the negativity is coming from that age group, but that's not the case.… Expand

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sunzoomsparkDec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last Jedi is a polarizing but poignant film that takes exciting new directions with established concepts that seems to me an incredibly worthy evolution of Star Wars. It shrugs off the formulaic approach taken by The Force Awakens (and to an extent, Rogue One) and takes the cast and story in a bold new direction but, unlike many may think, does not rewrite the rules of Star Wars.

Action movies tend to favor the bold, brave heroes, but this time around they are put in check by more cautious, albeit conscientious, leaders. Right off the bat, Poe leads a reckless victory that is marred by the amount of casualties and loss of ships. He, Finn, and Rose end up concocting a bold plan to infiltrate the enemy fleet to temporarily disable their tracking system for just long enough for the rebels to escape, but end up nearly getting the remaining resistance members decimated. It’s in fact Admiral Amilyn who saves the day by evacuating the resistance to a remote planet, then sacrificing her life to save them from Poe’s miscalculations by going at light speed straight into a First Order star destroyer. While Leia’s role is not prominent in this film, her wisdom as a leader is shown in brief glimpses and through Amilyn as a disciple, while our new heroes are forced to contend with the consequences of their approaches.

The chemistry between Rey and Kylo Ren is beautiful and amazingly portrayed. They struggle with being pulled in the opposite direction of where they want to be pulled, yet find a powerful connection in their mirroring struggles. There are callbacks to Vader and Luke here, but their stories go in completely different directions that are legitimately surprising but also feel entirely natural. I was not convinced that when Kylo killed Han Solo that he was completely free of his light side inclinations, but I never expected how much harder he could fall into a downward spiral. And that’s where killing Snoke was such a brilliant twist - unlike Vader’s killing of his master, which definitely brought him back to the light, Snoke’s death marks Kylo’s true descent into darkness, filled with a hatred that can (seemingly) never be cured. Rey’s hope for Kylo’s redemption is shattered along being confronted with the painful truth that her parents were nobodies that simply abandoned her, but she does not give in to his desperate attempt at turning her to his side.

This movie tears down the old masters and gives birth to a newer generation of light and dark users of the force. Kylo is not Snoke, Rey is not Luke, yet both of them have definitely picked their side. Luke’s downfall is perhaps as tragic as his father’s, and while he hasn’t turned to darkness, his light has certainly been snuffed out for a long time. His final sacrifice is so true to his character (humor included) and a beautiful redemption, as well as an exciting cliffhanger to find out what the Jedi have learned about existing as force ghosts (I highly doubt this is the last we see of Luke).

The Last Jedi is filled with a lot of surprises and revelations that I’m sure are eliciting some negative responses from people. But the way I see it, these all fit in perfectly with the established universe while not being a retreading of old ideas, and that’s exactly what I wanted out of this movie. It’s what George Lucas would have done anyway.… Expand

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MrNikitaTVDec 17, 2017

Звездные Войны: Последние Джедаи- невероятно крутое кино. Мне будет сложно объективно оценить это кино, так как я большой фанат. На этот фильм посыпалось очень много гнева, которого он не заслуживает. В фильме очень крутые персонажами. АктерыЗвездные Войны: Последние Джедаи- невероятно крутое кино. Мне будет сложно объективно оценить это кино, так как я большой фанат. На этот фильм посыпалось очень много гнева, которого он не заслуживает. В фильме очень крутые персонажами. Актеры выложились на все 100%, особенно хочу отметить: Адам Драйвер, Бенисио Дель Торо, Марк Хемилл. Очень крутой главный злодей Калой Рен! Отличный сюжет, да в середине провисает, но в конце разгоняется.
Неожиданный поворыты, просто взорвали мне мозг, это надо видеть! И порги очень милые) Очень крутое кино! Диснеевцы молодцы!… Expand

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SIYDLFILLYDec 28, 2017

"Let the past die kill it if you can", let everyone know it's not like the originals anymore. An original and DIFFERENT take on the Star War saga that some people can contain the difference of it but hey its them.

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LOBOsssDec 18, 2017

Relay Great STAR WARS movie but you have to remeber that is a new SW fr new Times Great actors and action Every SW fan should see it especialy little ones

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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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Kes4278Dec 25, 2017

The movie isn’t actually as bad as everyone says. I loved Luke, Rey, and Kylo they were great!

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whoischarlotteFeb 1, 2018

I was very happy to watch this two days prior to general release, I was totally in love. Yes, this film is unconventional and goes off the tracks of what is expected from a Star Wars film. Some people don't like it, I understand that. But forI was very happy to watch this two days prior to general release, I was totally in love. Yes, this film is unconventional and goes off the tracks of what is expected from a Star Wars film. Some people don't like it, I understand that. But for me it was an amazing experience, filled with a different kind of Star Wars magic.… Expand

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AllanAlmeiidaDec 15, 2017

AWESOME. It respects the elements of the classic trilogy, brings back that sense that the Jedi are a religion and the Force is a connection between everything and everyone. And that's a LOT of incredible scenes. Crazy fights, a great movieAWESOME. It respects the elements of the classic trilogy, brings back that sense that the Jedi are a religion and the Force is a connection between everything and everyone. And that's a LOT of incredible scenes. Crazy fights, a great movie and probably the best blockbuster of 2017.… Expand

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adamako666Dec 20, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well i loved it, don't understand why its getting so much **** One of the best Star Wars film to date for me (I was not payed to say that). At its core its a story about hope.
Things i love; Kylo Rens progression in to one of the best villains in a movie i have seen for a long time. I can't wait to see more of him, Adam Driver was brilliant. Rey and Lukes scenes are excellent, i like how Luke is training her why not to be a Jedi. The space battles and fight chirography are insanely good; especially the scene were Kylo and Rey are fighting Snokes guard together. All the actors are brilliant, direction and cinematography were also awesome. Things i didn't like; Snoke, altough i loved how he met his end (his arrogance basically got him killed) you did't really find out who the hell he was. Phasma was sort of wasted villain as well, i think she needed much more screen time to grow. I think this film is getting to much criticism, Leia has also used the force many times before, a lot in a few of the books and in the previous films. Its not a stretch of the imagination that instincts took over at the point where she was about to die. I don't think it deserves a 0/10, (i say this a lot on metacritic) if you try hard enough you can find positives in any film.… Expand

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xipetotecDec 22, 2017

First, dispelling those who will claim "not a real fan". I grew up on Star Wars. movies and expanded universe. I loved this movie. Was it "perfect" ? Were there aspects that made me sad? Absolutely. did it still work in the context of theFirst, dispelling those who will claim "not a real fan". I grew up on Star Wars. movies and expanded universe. I loved this movie. Was it "perfect" ? Were there aspects that made me sad? Absolutely. did it still work in the context of the story and the universe? absolutely. Beautiful and poetic.… Expand

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antoniointiniDec 27, 2017

My opinion about user scores usually matches that of Metacritic. This time this is just not the case. This movie is probably one of the best of the whole saga. I did not enjoy VII, but this one is really outstanding. Of course the charactersMy opinion about user scores usually matches that of Metacritic. This time this is just not the case. This movie is probably one of the best of the whole saga. I did not enjoy VII, but this one is really outstanding. Of course the characters could have taken another route, and of course Luke is not what we would expect, but isn't the surprise one of the main goodies of the movies? The story is not bad - it is just what we didn't expect (and I think it is good). There are clichés, but show me a SW which hasn't. The ship combat scenes are THE BEST among all SW movies. Don't pay attention to the negative reviews - give the movie a chance, and you probably will be positively surprised.… Expand

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OpticalPrimeDec 16, 2017

I feel almost compelled to jump into this dumpster fire of a fan reaction to throw in my 2 cents as to why I feel this is one of the best Star Wars movies that has been released to date.

Got your attention? Good. What the Last Jedi doesI feel almost compelled to jump into this dumpster fire of a fan reaction to throw in my 2 cents as to why I feel this is one of the best Star Wars movies that has been released to date.

Got your attention? Good.

What the Last Jedi does better than any other Star Wars movie is completely rip off the cliche clothing and step forward into undiscovered territory by making this a story about a collective, instead of a story about a few individuals putting the galaxy on their backs. The First Order is not about one old evil man with ridiculous powers. It is not about 1 apprentice hell bent on world destruction. It is not about one girl with extraordinary powers. It is not about one General who never makes a mistake. It is not about a heroic pilot who can do no wrong and every plan works without fail. This is how Star Wars has been throughout its history. Have a galactic problem? Sure, let the Jedi handle it. Hell the Old Republic was all about letting the Jedi " keep the peace " throughout the galaxy with their immense strength. Anyway, this movie sheds all that. Poe is a fantastic pilot who could perhaps on his own take out a Star Destroyer, but he makes failed choices and lacks true leadership. As Leia says, he is a Hero, but not a Leader. His actions destroyed the bombing fleet, got dozens of people killed and in the end didn't do much but destroy a Dreadnaught, something the First Order has more of and will simply make more of. So in the end, that action that cost lives, did nothing. Finn is not just a super soldier who's every plan comes to fruition without fail or consequence. His idea to pack up his things and try to jettison an escape pod, a simple enough task, is foiled when Rose catches him and tasers him in the throat. Then when they try to put together the perfect plan to best the First Order and save the Fleet, it fails because they trusted a man only interested in money, on nothing but faith that he wouldn't stab them in the back. Plan failed.

Snoke is not just Palpatine 2.0 as fans wanted him to be. He wasn't some evil man in a chair whos every ambition becomes reality and every whim comes to fruition. He trusted his legacy into a little kid who was already emotionally troubled by his past. Than this old man ridicules his apprentice throughout the movie expected no retaliation. His own arrogance pushed him to believe his vision of the future so solidly that their was no alternative, like the saber being drawn and struck through was not Rey's body but his own. He could not see a future where his apprentice turned on him and killed him for his own ambitions. As Snoke says, " I cannot be defeated, I cannot be killed ". He was an arrogant old man, who deserved what he got.

Luke Skywalker is not the legendary grandmaster jedi that we all wanted him to be. He was a broken soldier with a heavy heart and mind due to his own failures in attempting to train family and others. He did not have the knowledge in all aspects of the force to stop his students from being tempted by and turned toward the Dark Side. How does one handle such a thing? He isn't the be all end all soldier who would return to the fight and stop all from happening. He couldn't be. What sort of Galaxy would be left behind if they all looked toward one person to do it all for them?

That is what I love about this film. It works toward building a collection of characters and ideals that when put together form a solid foundation, not built on a single hope, but a group effort and desire to be better. That is the idea of this film, and one that is absolutely nailed from start to finish. So many twists, so many nostalgic moments. The acting is much improved from TFA, the battles are much improved. Really this is Star Wars grown up and bursting out of its shell of endless Cliches. I love the new direction, and cant wait to see how this Saga ends.… Expand

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beReasonableDec 16, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My review is largely a rebuttal to the user critics because yes, I respect you guys. The Last Jedi was a refreshing change of pace in the new trilogy that was sheer brilliance. While the Force Awakens was a disappointingly conservative complete rehash of the original trilogy, TLJ used some artistic license to make changes and take risks, and it paid off. If you are looking for a story told in an archetype fashion, you will not enjoy something so new and different. There are still recurring themes of light, dark, force, family, struggle, and balance that make this a Star Wars classic, but the creativity and change in the movie are inspiring to say the least, such as the visuals, settings, and story.

Some great examples: The silent scene of Holdo sending a ship through another ship was Gravity-esque brilliant. Benicio is always fantastic, and his random inclusion in a subplot (ie NOT the master coder) rightfully shows that a story doesn't always have to follow a simple linear path. Rey's alliance becomes questionable. The story is never overly predictable, leaving many different avenues open. It also gives you a lot to think about, such as Benicio's revelation that many don't draw a simple line between good guys and bad guys.

I was surprised and disappointed by the low user scores/reviews. I feel like unlike most of them, this movie had substance. Summary of bad user reviews:
-Luke's character defiled (blasphemy!)
I get it, it was a bit disappointing to see him not be the true master we all expected. But realize that there is no perfect character, and a temporary lapse in judgement is reasonable. Honestly, I feel like he was never really a well developed multi-dimensional character anyways, at least until now (blasphemy!)

-Soulessly sets up for selling toys/games/licensing
You kidding? Have you seen the original Star Wars? Where wookies, ewoks, walkers, x-wings, planets, etc were invented? In fact, many walkers and ships were reused here, not much innovation there. And Star Wars has always been about creativity. I really appreciate the work in showing us new worlds and creatures, such as the casino planet (compare it to the original trilogy's cantina)

-Silly humor in this new trilogy
Again, refer to the original trilogy (R2D2, C-3PO, Chewbaca, etc). I thought the clothes iron scene was hilarious. If you think this movie was cringy, complain about Marvel movies.

-Political agenda: too much emphasis on minority/different characters, white men are portrayed badly
I can kinda see how there does seem to be some political undertones in this, but this mostly just comes off as crying to me. Surely they produced this before it became Trump's 'merica, so hopefully they will "fix" this by whitewashing the cast in the next movie.

-Didn't like Luke milking a cow or other creatures on his island
Well how else is he supposed to get calcium? Seriously, I saw this in a number of reviews lol

-Porgs == Jar Jar
Absolutely absurd to compare them, Jar Jar was an important character that diminished the graveness of scenes. Porgs had a small "role" in only a few scenes.

-Something, something, Disney/corporate defilement/cash grab
Pretty incoherent arguments here, can't really find a thesis behind them, but some just seem to hate Disney. They took the franchise in a different direction, move on.

-Too different from original star wars, I saw/grew up with the original movies, Star Wars is my religion, I'm not ready for change, etc
Bingo. Can't argue with you on that, but if you want blissful nostalgia, watch TFA or the original trilogy again

Finally, while I loved the movie, a few things I was slightly disturbed by:
-Leia space scene was a bit of a stretch, still cool tho
-Rey overpowered w/little to no training
-Emperor Snoke extremely powerful but defeated very easily + who was he?
-Luke wants to end the jedi, then at the end says they'll still live on?
-Luke vanished :( why?! (issues behind the scenes?!)
-Finn+Poe+Rose subplot seemingly pointless, but still a refreshing unexpected plot change
-Still haven't seen any Jedi mind tricks! :p

TLJ's theme of wiping out the past and moving on is perhaps a reflection of the nostalgia that people hold onto in justifying keeping star wars movies repetitive boring rehashes. Sorry guys, but let the past die. Kill it if you have to.… Expand

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ACTORvsREALTORDec 26, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To hybrid quote a friend, “This is the boldest Star Wars since Empire Strikes Back.” He said Return of the Jedi. My argument is that Return of the Jedi wasn’t bold because it played everything safe. This film and Empire are the only two films in the Skywalker Saga that do not play things safe. If you’re not a drooling theorist, who literally wanted Rey to be related to everyone in the galaxy, then you’re probably like me and actually enjoyed this film. It’s not a perfect movie but it does a lot of things well. All Easter Eggs aside the film does a great job of picking up right where the last one left off. It has some beautiful scenery and the best acting in the entire saga. The cinematography is fun and pays homage to some classic films specifically on Canto Bight. The sets were gorgeous as well, Snoke’s chambers have to be the coolest looking set in a movie I’ve seen in a while. I could on and on at well the film was crafted but that’s to be expected with a multimillion dollar budget. I think the best thing about this movie are the themes that have been implemented. Without spoiling too much, Disney is saying, “Anyone can be special, in a galaxy far, far away.” Like it or not, how are they supposed to continue making these movies based on actors who are in their 60’s and 70’s?

I’ll admit my first go around I was very surprised where this movie went because I didn’t expect the film to go that way at all. Isn’t that why we spend $15 on a movie ticket though? Even some of the things most of the internet has a problem with... at first I was right there with the internet but after thinking about the events, in the context of the film, most of them make sense.

Which brings me to my next point, saying this movie is bad because it didn’t go the way you wanted it to go isn’t a fair assessment of anything. That’s called being entitled not being a true fan. A true fan doesn’t say the movie shouldn’t be canon because they didn’t like the installment. A true fan watches, walks out of the theater, and into the next showing to better understand the film. A true fan doesn’t say that Disney ruined Star Wars because a true fan remembers seeing the Prequel Trilogy, over and over again, from 1999 through 2005 when Star Wars newbies said the same thing.

This is a good film and a welcome installment to the Star Wars Franchise in my book. If for some reason you haven’t seen it yet go see it because it’s a lot of fun and it’s a good one to see in the theater. If you’ve been reluctant because you’ve heard bad things from fans remember the internet is a domino effect. Meaning that most people don’t think for themselves. They hear from someone in their newsfeed that Star Wars was bad and then they feed into it. The reason the film is sitting at 52% from fans on Rotten Tomatoes is because a fan with a following asked his followers to review bomb the movie until it was removed from the Star Wars canon. On that note I’ll leave you with this. I read an article the other day that published about a week after Empire Strikes Back came out. The article talked about how a lot of fans were disappointed or in denial to find out the Darth Vader was Luke Skywalker’s Dad. Sound familiar?… Expand

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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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Monoman2345Dec 19, 2017

I'm not quite sure why the movie is seeing so much hate from users. It seems people are merely upset over the fact that old characters are passing, and they no longer use unrealistic fight scenes from the prequels. Regardless, it's a goodI'm not quite sure why the movie is seeing so much hate from users. It seems people are merely upset over the fact that old characters are passing, and they no longer use unrealistic fight scenes from the prequels. Regardless, it's a good story with a great twist that may seem confusing to non-die-hard fans, or people who don't understand the force. I'll give it 9/10, because The Force Awakens deserves a 10/10 and Rain Johnson simply cannot recreate JJ Abrams story-telling ability.… Expand

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KryTowskkiFeb 4, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Because of jerks who can't accept a big change on the franchise the score of last jedi is low, but don't care about this, the movie is clearly good, alright?… Expand

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TrenosDec 16, 2017

This movie isn't perfect but i still love it so much. Mark Hamill is so amazing in this movie i LOVE him. And Poe Dameron is now one of my favourite Star Wars characters.

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gtwistDec 17, 2017

The Last Jedi will ease Star Wars fans by doing something different, even though they will still probably be mad because they are Star Wars fans. Rian Johnson gave this series an incredibly unique direction, that makes this film stand out.The Last Jedi will ease Star Wars fans by doing something different, even though they will still probably be mad because they are Star Wars fans. Rian Johnson gave this series an incredibly unique direction, that makes this film stand out. All of the arks in this movie are written and pulled off beautifully. There are some definite issues in pacing, for the movie will derail a lot in the first act. This may tie into my last complaint, but I don't like what Finn and the new character Rose are doing in this movie. Finn also doesn't have an ark or any character development, which was disappointing.

I did like The Force Awakens more, by the way. I don't by into a lot of the criticisms and nit picks that people have, because they're stupid. But The Force Awakens move along at a better place, and overall had less problems then The Last Jedi. I still loved this movie, and it is a welcome addition to the 3rd Star Wars Trilogy!… Expand

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MJStorey23Dec 15, 2017

The Last Jedi is a amazing film, but it does suffer from some pacing issues. This film is amazing, there is no doubt about that, the action sequences are fantastic, the character development is better than in any other Star Wars film and theThe Last Jedi is a amazing film, but it does suffer from some pacing issues. This film is amazing, there is no doubt about that, the action sequences are fantastic, the character development is better than in any other Star Wars film and the Actors, both new and old, are performing to the best of their abilities. Although the themes in this film are maybe a little darker than The Force Awakens, it still manages to combine comedy elements with more meaningful moments, something Star Wars has always been able to do. The only issue I had with the film was its pacing, I guess when you start off in the way this film does you have to expect the it to slow down, but I feel like The Last Jedi took a little too much time before we were treated to some more of the amazing action sequences that the film does so well. Overall this film is a fantastic addition to the Star Wars universe, picking up where The Force Awakens left off and leaving the trilogy perfectly poised for Episode IX.… 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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MovieMantzDec 15, 2017

I loved it. It's a great movie. As a star wars movie though... it's gonna be divisive for one reason: Change. Fans will have a hard time accepting that people can change during the course of years. This movie expands the star wars canon inI loved it. It's a great movie. As a star wars movie though... it's gonna be divisive for one reason: Change. Fans will have a hard time accepting that people can change during the course of years. This movie expands the star wars canon in risky ways. I can understand why some people would get angry at that, but that's not my case. The arcs are amazing (especially Kylo, Rey and Leia). My only issues with this movie are some of Luke's choices throughtout the movie and the fact that even though a lot happens, it's not trascendental. A casual movie goer could skip TLJ, go directly for episode IX and may not even notice.… Expand

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PstrykalDec 19, 2017

It is the best star wars movie of this century. If you can stand only one annoying character (Rose) than you should go and see this with your own eyes. Exelent special effects and many plot twists will make you amazed same as me.

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Joacin23Dec 18, 2017

This is a very good Movie, that give to the trilogy the epic twist that it needs, it show with the script the strong of the movie and that the future with the StarWars-Universe its a mistery,maybe its not all the things that a hardcore fanThis is a very good Movie, that give to the trilogy the epic twist that it needs, it show with the script the strong of the movie and that the future with the StarWars-Universe its a mistery,maybe its not all the things that a hardcore fan wants to see, but it doesnt matter from what angle you see, you cant denied that it is a wonderful movie.… Expand

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Mihael_Prislin0Dec 27, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just came from theaters! The movie is one of the best movies of the year!I ranked it 9 because it's freaking amazing! The action scenes! And... oh my god!! That slowmotion scene when the First order spaceship was destroyed!! That was incredible! I left with some questions, but that doesn+t metter. I believe that Kylo was lying about Rey's parents, and I think that Rey really doesn't know who are her parents. The plot iz amazing, soundtrack also (John Williams never dissapoints)! I can't wait to see Episode IX!!!… Expand

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HumanoideFilmsDec 15, 2017

As the young Martin McFly would say "Guess you guys aren't ready for that yet". This film shows the true power of the force, in the prequels the Jedi were weak and naive. However, it seems that many fans have not liked this. Rian Johnson didAs the young Martin McFly would say "Guess you guys aren't ready for that yet". This film shows the true power of the force, in the prequels the Jedi were weak and naive. However, it seems that many fans have not liked this. Rian Johnson did very good work and showed new things, but I think he should leave star wars, it's a dangerous place. It seems that the only stories in which people might be happy are those that take place in the times of the original trilogy.… Expand

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JawypDec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was absolutely fantastic. Reasons:

1) The plot is intriguing and rapidly changing, it keeps your attention throughout the movie.

2) The characters are flawless. They all have their separate personalities, and every one is conflicted throughout. Rey and Kylo have somewhat of a bond in the movie, and their interactions, especially on Snoke's Star Destroyer, were interesting and believable. Rey changes from a naive little girl, to a headstrong, determined, but filled with internal conflict at the end. Kylo goes from a monster in TFA, to in doubt about his future in Last Jedi. 3) The film is unique. No Star Wars movie is like it. And I love it for that. I personally don't want a remake of Empire, so to have something different is a breath of fresh air. 4) The dialogue is decent, but it is delivered in interesting ways. In the prequels, characters deliver dialogue in a very basic and boring way. They are usually sitting on a couch, or walking to nowhere when they speak. Here, there is energy in the dialogue, and the characters don't just talk on a couch.

5) The twists. Killing Snoke off was a fantastic move, as it ensures Episode 9 isn't going to be a rehash of Return of the Jedi. Admiral Holdo's character and death were believable. Most of all, there were so many points the movie could have ended at, but didn't. 9/10, only bad was the codebreaker/casino subplot.… Expand

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jaredwallace91Dec 19, 2017

In defense of The Last Jedi:

This movie is unpredictable and unlike any Star Wars film to proceed it. Yes, there are elements of the movie that at first seem out of place for a Star Wars film. The Force is used in new ways. You can even sayIn defense of The Last Jedi:

This movie is unpredictable and unlike any Star Wars film to proceed it. Yes, there are elements of the movie that at first seem out of place for a Star Wars film. The Force is used in new ways. You can even say the Force and its many forms (and its divisiveness) are the star of the film. There are many plot-points and none have the ending the audience is prepared for. The film movies quickly, yet it is the longest in the franchise. Most noticeably, Luke Skywalker's story "does not go the way you think." At first, all of these unprecedented changes come as a shock. That may be unsettling for Star Wars fans that feel the franchise must fit in a box. For everyone else, this movie is everything Star Wars should be: funny, unpredictable, filled with family drama, mystic, and inspiring. This movie will be debated as long as Star Wars is a main staple in popular culture. But it should be watched, reflected on, and remembered for bringing new life into one of the longest lasting sagas in cinema's history.… Expand

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chrisrtopher28Dec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spoilers Below

The main theme of this movie was "let the past die" not only for the plot but as a direct message to fans. Once you accept this and view the movie as a part of this trilogy and centering around our new characters, a greater appreciation for this film is found. I found a few moments of the film to be strange and perhaps unwarranted but overall it played to the whole theme. The Last Jedi turns our attention away from theory and speculation about connections to the past, like Rey's parents or Snoke's history and forces us to place all our attention on Kylo Ren and Rey and their present. This is the dynamic we should be focusing on and it was executed wonderfully. I was thrilled and overjoyed with the writing and execution of every scene involving Rey or Kylo Ren. As for the other subplots of the movie, i.e. Finn, Poe, and the Resistance, they had their moments of beauty and Star Wars level of awesome, but also had their moments of confusion and uselessness. However, these all lead us to the same major theme of letting the past die. Finn and Poe at the beginning of this film were thinking to heavily about opportunities arising from previous moments and not thinking about the future. Poe was resting on his laurels of brilliance from previous victories to show failure after failure in this movie, and Finn focusing on his relationship with Rey and not realizing his opportunity in the present to do what is right. Going into this movie I thought how difficult it was to transition from thinking that this trilogy is about Rey and Kylo and how my Star Wars brain will always attempt to tie things back to Luke, Leia, and Han. I left the theater fully focused on Rey and Kylo and the future of the Resistance. Their connections to the past no longer matter. For Rian Johnson to force me to focus on the future and truly 'let the past die' is an accomplishment that cannot be overstated. My questions entering The Last Jedi were focused on how our new characters connect to the past and where they fit into the Skywalker story, but my questions leading to episode 9 have nothing to do with that. I am more plot and new character-focused than I have ever been. Overall it was a great movie that was unafraid of the potential backlash from the fans that are unwilling to break ties with the original 6 films. I fear that a completely separate trilogy that Rian Johnson is currently developing will be poorly received because of this same realization.… Expand

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ShedinjaDec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I truly do not understand the hate being thrown at this film. This feels like the only thing that could have possibly followed something like episode 7 - the entire theme of the film was "Out with the old and in with the new" and the message wasn't just for the Galaxy, wasn't just for the franchise, but was also for us in our own society. I felt that the weakest point of the film was definitely the casino scenes, but I'm very sure they will tie this into a future plot and I was also thrilled to see more universe and lore expansion happening in a main series. I cannot wait for the final installment and part of me can't wait for the Skywalker stories to come to an end so we can see what else this rich universe can show us. To all for you out there who hated this film: Take a deep breath and remember that it wasn't ever about you anyway.… Expand

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AsapyohanesDec 15, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nobody hates Star Wars as much as Star Wars fans! I watched a midnight screening of this movie on Wednesday and I'm really glad I did. Star Wars has always been close to my heart and I normally don't write reviews on sites like these but since I've seen the low score I thought I should throw my hat into the ring. I don't want to talk about the movie scene by scene I just thought I would address some of the most common points of outrage about the movie: a)Yes the movie is funny! I'm someone who checks out halfway through most of the Marvel movies and I still really enjoyed most of the comedic efforts made in this movie. Especially Characters like Poe and also Luke have some great moments in an otherwise very dark atmosphere. b)Luke is not what you'd expect!
If you liked the portrayal of Luke in the EU then you are most likely to be surprised by how he is presented in this movie. But I genuinely think his character makes way more sense that way. This is actually the only point of criticism I understand some people having but in my eyes if you think about what the character has gone through it is way more relatable than the person he is in the EU.
c)People who say "It's the worst movie in Star Wars" are bugging out! There is great character development in this movie, some of the most rewarding and breath taking action in all of Star Wars and some mesmerizingly beautiful locations. Contrary to the prequels CGI is used only when necessary and a lot of great practical effects make the movie a true joy for any real Star Wars fan. I don't believe people can make an actual rational argument for why this movie is worse than the phantom menace or attack of the clones. I watched every single SW movie in preparation for TLJ and I can tell you it's a far superior in almost every aspect. Maybe the most important one being: There is actual emotion in this one!! That's the kind of luxury you get for casting good actors (and actresses, Rey has an amazing story arc) There were numerous times during its 2,5 h runtime that I sat there with an open mouth and could not believe what I witnessed. In a very good way. I knew the movie was gonna be controversial but that's what happens when you try something new with a franchise after the revival was a rehash of the old formula ( don't get me wrong I liked TFA but TLJ is a better movie in almost every way to me). If someone is actually reading this, I hope you go watch the movie with a (relatively) open mind and if someone who has already seen it reads this .... I hope you enjoyed it just like I did!… Expand

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VicenteSchaererDec 15, 2017

Rian Johnson and Disney find a way to right the wrongs of "The Force Awakens" (in terms of being a safe Star Wars film) and deliver a film which is both unmistakably marked with the DNA of Star Wars, but also offers a wider view into the manyRian Johnson and Disney find a way to right the wrongs of "The Force Awakens" (in terms of being a safe Star Wars film) and deliver a film which is both unmistakably marked with the DNA of Star Wars, but also offers a wider view into the many themes and established universe that George Lucas engraved into our everyday pop-culture, deepening the mythology in delightful and unexpected ways.
No doubt a difficult task to achieve, the film takes the liberties of being clearly a Rian Johnson film, while at the same time being a natural progression for the Star Wars canon going forward.
While most character's storylines and relationships work beautifully (specially Rey and Luke), there is one storyline involving a set of characters which seemed to slow the film considerably, and which did not end up paying-off in a fulfilling coherent way.
Other than that, the performances from all returning cast seem more alive and "meaty", and all new faces blend perfectly into the ongoing story with ease.
The most riveting and exciting Star Wars experience since The Empire Strikes Back.
Can't wait to see where Episode IX will take us.… Expand

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CDamerelDec 15, 2017

First of all I wonder how many of the reviewers who have been negative about this movie actually had the opportunity to see every movie in its original format in the movie theater. I was 6 in 1977 when a New Hope was released.

Now on toFirst of all I wonder how many of the reviewers who have been negative about this movie actually had the opportunity to see every movie in its original format in the movie theater. I was 6 in 1977 when a New Hope was released.

Now on to Star Wars The Last Jedi. Among the now 9 movies in the Star Wars universe I place this movie a close second behind Empire Strikes Back with Rogue One third. This movie had a bit of everything in it and was a pleasure to watch for a true Star Wars fan. If you only started enjoying the series with the Phantom Menace Trilogy or with the Force Awakens then there may be some parts that may seem repetitive or may not make that much sense. To gain a true understanding of the movies you need to watch them not in chronological order from 1-8 with Rogue One in between 3-4 but rather how they came out: 4-6, 1-3, 7, Rogue One, 8. This gives you a different understanding of the movies.

I have seen them both ways obviously. I miss the unedited versions of episodes 4-6 from 1977-1983, George Lucas did the movies a dis-service by changing them, but, it was to correct his original vision so I understand. I am not here to spoil any of The Last Jedi for anyone, just go see it in the theater, this is definitely a movie you want to see on the big screen. It will probably take a few screenings to truly appreciate all of the aspects of the movie. I have only seen it once so far and plan on seeing it many more times in the theater before it leaves. Hope this help and May the Force Be With All of You.… 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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dougwiggins5Dec 18, 2017

I think how you react to this movie depends on what you want from your Star Wars. If you view the original trilogy as a sacred text which must be revered, cherished, taken seriously, and adhered to faithfully I can't imagine you will likeI think how you react to this movie depends on what you want from your Star Wars. If you view the original trilogy as a sacred text which must be revered, cherished, taken seriously, and adhered to faithfully I can't imagine you will like this movie and I highly recommend ending your Star Wars experience with Return of the Jedi.

For me however the force was both mystical and mysterious. The galaxy was wacky and fantastical. And this movie goes between both fun and intense. Ultimately I think that's the spirit of the original movies even if it decides to push forward beyond exactly the scope dictated by those movies. See this movie if you want a fun Star Wars adventure that decides to continue to develop both the protagonist and the galaxy of the originals.… Expand

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BACK3000Dec 16, 2017

Cambia la narrativa en Star Wars sin dejar de ser el mismo de siempre. Es un paso evolutivo en la saga absolutamente necesario. Si el epVII se criticó por no innovar este se critica por ser demasiado innovador. Magnifica la evolución de KyloCambia la narrativa en Star Wars sin dejar de ser el mismo de siempre. Es un paso evolutivo en la saga absolutamente necesario. Si el epVII se criticó por no innovar este se critica por ser demasiado innovador. Magnifica la evolución de Kylo Ren que se erige como verdadero protagonista de la trilogía y como malo con carácter y carisma. Un personaje más complejo que el propio Vader. Maravilloso.… Expand

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nicolasm96Dec 16, 2017

I enjoyed every part of the movie. Is has some little flaws but i think this is the best film of the saga. Great twists, amazing scenes and very good actors performance

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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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kubolonDec 16, 2017

Mimo kilku kiepskich pomysłów, film jest naprawdę bardzo dobry, wiele zaskoczeń, bardzo dobra gra aktorska. Niestety postać Rose, tak samo jak wątek w kasynie jest słaby.

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Indogus77Dec 16, 2017

La película tiene las características propias de una del resto de la saga, tiene identidad propia y se notó el esfuerzo por darle sentido a la historia que dejó la película anterior, tiene detalles como cualquier otra pero cumple con elLa película tiene las características propias de una del resto de la saga, tiene identidad propia y se notó el esfuerzo por darle sentido a la historia que dejó la película anterior, tiene detalles como cualquier otra pero cumple con el cometido de entretener y disfrutar Star Wars en toda su extensión.… Expand

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FrostyPajamasDec 16, 2017

With the past two movies relying more on familiar beats and concepts rather than an original vision for the series, I questioned what this new trilogy would deliver. I wondered if Disney would be bold enough to break the mold and venture toWith the past two movies relying more on familiar beats and concepts rather than an original vision for the series, I questioned what this new trilogy would deliver. I wondered if Disney would be bold enough to break the mold and venture to the unfamiliar and untested. The Last Jedi proved to me that this trilogy deserves to exist, and that a new Star Wars can be fresh and creative without using the past as a crutch. The sequel trilogy now has a thesis statement, characters that have been properly fleshed out, and an exciting direction that finally engrossed me in this side of the saga. It's not flawless, but Star Wars desperately needed to be creative and gutsy again, and The Last Jedi manages this with the ingenuity the series deserves.… Expand

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xanty_88Dec 16, 2017

At times it leaves you with internal conflicts but in general I would say that it is a good film. At least I didn't fully enjoy it because the movie is a constant time trial which made me feel anxious from minute one. I'll have to see her aAt times it leaves you with internal conflicts but in general I would say that it is a good film. At least I didn't fully enjoy it because the movie is a constant time trial which made me feel anxious from minute one. I'll have to see her a second time more relaxed.… Expand

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Idan072Dec 16, 2017

great movie! :D
i was watched this movie in the last weekend and very liked it.
there are some bad things, but they are minor and not critically.
so... let's watch this movie!

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nr1012Dec 16, 2017

While I am not here to claim the movie was perfect in every way, this movie was awesome. It took all the characters it introduced in The Force Awakens and developed them in a wonderful way. The character work, set pieces, and action sequencesWhile I am not here to claim the movie was perfect in every way, this movie was awesome. It took all the characters it introduced in The Force Awakens and developed them in a wonderful way. The character work, set pieces, and action sequences were all excellent.… Expand

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MetaFlyteDec 16, 2017

Ok let’s get this straight. Wasn’t part of the reason that Star Wars was created was because it was geared toward children? And because of that it pioneered the mass merchandising of movies? Before Star Wars came along nobody took advantageOk let’s get this straight. Wasn’t part of the reason that Star Wars was created was because it was geared toward children? And because of that it pioneered the mass merchandising of movies? Before Star Wars came along nobody took advantage of the merchandising of it’s characters like George Lucas. So please people (those that apply) remember why Star Wars is Star Wars. Go back and remember what it meant to be that kid again... C3PO, R2D2, Jawas, Ewoks, Salacious Crumb, Yoda? These characters SCREAM cute little eye candy for children. All from the Original Trilogy. How easy we forget when we get older and wish Star Wars would get on our level and mature (which in a lot of respects it has). Star Wars is for the kids! George Lucas himself says that Star Wars is meant to be “enjoyed by 12 year olds”. But I’m an adult and absolutely love this flick because I take it for what it is. Rian Johnson and everybody else at LucasFlim understands that and thus stays true to the spirit of Star Wars.

This one goes toe to toe with Empire. This movie is great! Can’t wait for Episode IX (9).… Expand

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giantoiletwarsJan 9, 2018

Terrible.... Everything interesting from Abrams' masterpiece Force Awakens aka A New Hope 2.0 has been thrown out the window! Nothing makes sense. What the heck with Leia flying? That is so stupid. Mary Moppins! So stupid. That's not how theTerrible.... Everything interesting from Abrams' masterpiece Force Awakens aka A New Hope 2.0 has been thrown out the window! Nothing makes sense. What the heck with Leia flying? That is so stupid. Mary Moppins! So stupid. That's not how the force works!!!!! She should have been jumping around doing spin moves and back-flips with twin lightsabers and telling the first order that she has the high ground, after all she was flying!! That would show us just how powerful she is in the force. I mean it has been 30 years!! She can do better than just flying through space... Oh and don't get me started on how wasted Snoke was. He is supposed to be the most powerful bad guy in the galaxy remember? If you read the Snoke comic book you should know. After all if you didn't you are not a true Star Wars fan. And Phasma! what a chrome dome! wasted again. She was so cool and stupid Ruin Johnson ruined her!!!!!! It was completely normal for her to appear out of nowhere in episode 8 after her apparent death in 7 because if you read the Phasma comic book volume 938, which was a real page turner, if you are a true fan then you would have read the 87 page explanation starting on page 851 of how she survived by boarding Snoke's ship on a tie interceptor with the aid of DJ. To make matters worse, Rose and Haldo were basically shoehorned in just so there are more women with one being Asian and one with purple hair. Literally, they serve no purpose to the story. If anyone with half a brain who gave this movie a good review like the paid critics and Disney bottom feeders were even paying attention during this 2 and a half hour movie which was basically a literal recording of a slow ass space chase devoid of anything else, not even at least a scene where they explain why the chase was even happening in the first place, they would have seen that Haldo basically did zero things. Why didn't she just tell Poe her plan?!!!! This SJW purple haired lady didn't trust Poe because he made a little mistake in the beginning of the movie? Give me a break!!! Doesn't she know that Poe blew up Starkiller Base single-handedly with literally no assistance from anyone else?!!!! Seriously, because he did in case you didn't know. Since she didn't tell Poe of her plan for some SJW reason, it forced Poe to make another mistake by making him think it was a good idea to send Finn and Rose via Maz Kanatas skype message to Canto Bight which was first of all insanely risky, vaguely even plausible, and entirely boring and pointless!! Poe's leadership arc was completely ruined by Haldo. It wasn't his fault for sending Finn and Rose on a pointless and risky mission because he had no choice, therefore it was Holdo's fault. The plan could have been better thought out but he had no time to think, because SJW lady should have just told Poe and let him lead the Resistance because he clearly has better judgment!!!!!!!! Rose seriously should have just killed herself. Why the crap was she in this movie? She did nothing. She went to save the horses? Really??? She made Finn soft by making him think about animal abuse. Those animals were too CGI and lame, should have just let them die. Why would Rose even think about saving them? She's isn't even related to them. Bad character writing.. Finn, saved by Rose? Why would she save him? She clearly hates him if you weren't paying attention!!!!! What the crap am I watching? This movie makes no sense. It has no heart. Characters making choices left and right that are literally the opposites of what they should be doing!!!! There's no sense!!! Why in the hell didn't Rey join Kylo? Up until everything I have been watching, it was made so clear that Rey was turning evil and forgetting about the Resistance.. And then when Kylo asks her to abandon the Resistance and her friends and join him she says no? WTF????????!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lastly how dare they ruin my husband Luke Skywalker's legacy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In respect to true Star Wars Luke, he would never have even thought about hurting Ben. He would have tried to teach him to become good. No, actually he wouldn't even have believed that his vision of Ben being evil was real, because based on the original trilogy, Luke wasn't capable of thinking evil thoughts or having evil thoughts, let alone evil visions about other people. He was always thoughtful, charismatic, optimistic, and believed everyone was good. Logically, or should I say, if Luke was written according to his true character, Ben should have killed Luke right then and there in the hut because Luke wouldn't have had any idea Ben was bad in the first place. So out of character!!!! Oh yeah Rey is the ultimate Mary Sue!!!!!! She didn't even train with Luke! It's almost as if she has some raw strength that can't be explained and they didn't even at least tell us that!! Lazy writing............. 0/10 #BringGeorgeBack… Expand

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WestbridgeDec 16, 2017

In my opinion, The Last Jedi was really good. It's a very interesting movie that usurps your expectations and hopes but does it in a way that makes sense. Movie critics seem to love it. After seeing it, I thought fans we're going to be moreIn my opinion, The Last Jedi was really good. It's a very interesting movie that usurps your expectations and hopes but does it in a way that makes sense. Movie critics seem to love it. After seeing it, I thought fans we're going to be more divided. This ended up being the case. I think this is because while the movie is not disrespectful to Star Wars, it is not overly reverent. It does not bow to fan theories or the fanfics theorists created in their head. Part of me is slightly disappointed in some of the story decisions. Still, I thought the movie was very well done.

The ironic part is that people are going to hate this movie for the exact opposite reason as the Force Awakens. The Force Awakens was like a chocolate cake. It was super delicious but somewhat simplistic. This movie is deeper and the flavor is going to drive some people away. The Last Jedi could be called the new Empire. This is not because it follows the same story beats as Empire but it is Empire in the sense that it leaves the audience unsure of how to respond. Like I said, I liked it. I need to watch it again a few more times. While it did not follow the epic I wrote in my head or the old EU, I do not think it's trash. I am not sure if this is simply a good Star Wars movie or if it is something truly special. As far as criticisms go, I think the movie has some pacing issues and not all the dialogue works. Not a negative but some of the character decisions might make fans uncomfortable. The plus is that this movie is something new and it has breathtaking visuals.… Expand

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terra94Dec 16, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Before going to see TLJ today I was slightly disappointed/nervous at the audience score on aggregators such as Metacritic. I thought, "What could fans hate so much that some stoop to the level of likening it to The Phantom Menace?" Now that I have seen the film (and read through many comments from people who both liked and/or disliked TLJ) I will give my reaction in full.

To state it simply: I really enjoyed TLJ. Why? The visuals, the practical effects, the shocking moments, the action scenes (the fight in Snoke's chamber and the action on Crait were very exciting), the acting (particularly Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver), the intuitive nature of the dialogue (I'll also add that "Darkness rises, and light to meet it" is one of the coolest lines of dialogue I can remember).

Were there things I didn't like? Of course - but they're small. I'll talk briefly about my top three issues. First, I thought that there were pacing issues. There was one moment in particular that was more of an editing issue where one scene jumped almost abruptly to the next. Second, some of the humor was present at times where I thought it shouldn't be (even though I thought that pretty much every line that was meant to be funny was worth at least a chuckle). Third, (and I think this has something to do with TLJ being the second film in the sequel trilogy) I felt that this episode could have been it's own stand-alone movie, that it wasn't a sequel to TFA. The only things that connected it to TFA are Rey's journey to find Luke and Kylo's struggle with the Light.

Now let me address my views on some of the more dividing moments:

Let me get two things out of the way quickly. First, Leia's moment where she floats back to the ship. Strange? Very much so. This is one of those moments in the film where Rian Johnson took a chance. I understand the explanation for it (Leia is Force-sensitive), but I think that the film would have been as good without it or if it had been filmed differently. So I guess in that instance I'm 50/50. The other criticism I want to bypass quickly is that some people have labeled TLJ "childish". This is nonsense. If you didn't know Star Wars was made for children then do some research.

Here are my feelings surrounding Finn's story-line. I've seen a few people dismiss it as "unnecessary" because they [Finn and Rose] didn't end up completing their objective. Am I the only one who found it more appealing that they didn't complete their objective? Having them succeed would have felt too ordinary to me. Also I have heard people say that the character DJ was a waste of time. I would mostly agree. It's sad too, because I actually enjoy characters like DJ. I wish he would've been used in a different manner. Unfortunately, subtracting DJ from the plot renders the scenes on Canto Bight null. This is also sad because there was some great action scenes here. Now, I have tried to reconcile this. I find some plausibility that in a real life scenario, heading into uncharted waters means that things will not always go as planned. Finn and Rose went to Canto Bight to find the codebreaker but end up getting captured. They then break out with DJ's (and BB-8's) help, only to get on board the Supremacy and have DJ turn on them. Also, it’s important to mention that the children we see on Canto Bight are important to the last scene of the film, so there’s that.

Now let's discuss Luke. Yes it is different that someone like Luke would struggle with fear and failure after what we witnessed him do in Ep. IV-VI, especially at the end of ROTJ where he ultimately proclaimed himself a Jedi and shunned the Dark Side. Fast forward to TLJ, we find out that Luke has changed. He clearly cared deeply for his nephew Ben. Such emotion can illicit strong reactions. I think it was made clear in TLJ that Luke was disappointed with his actions, that's why he went into exile. He realizes that he made the wrong choice back when he considered killing Ben. He feels responsible (as I've heard Mark Hamill say) for Ben's fall to the Dark Side.

The death of Snoke I certainly did not see coming. How it happened was, I think, the most shocking part. Was Snoke a powerful Force-user? Apparently so. Should he have noticed the lightsaber moving next to him? I thought he would while I was watching it, but now thinking back I don't think it's hard to imagine Snoke being so transfixed in the moment that even if he had reacted he would have still been killed. Am I disappointed that we didn't learn more about Snoke's background? Yes, I am. That being said, Ep. IX has yet to be made. I'm pretty sure Snoke will be mentioned in IX.

To sum up, I will say it is the nature of the plot of any film/novel for people to both like it and others to hate it. Still, I think that a lot of the criticisms of TLJ are premature.… Expand

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Bilbo84Dec 16, 2017

So many fanboys on here are hating on this film. While no movies is ever perfect I think these negative comments seems a little bitter or sour. It was an entertaining movie that shifts the series in a new direction. I’m excited to see whereSo many fanboys on here are hating on this film. While no movies is ever perfect I think these negative comments seems a little bitter or sour. It was an entertaining movie that shifts the series in a new direction. I’m excited to see where it ends up. Are there still many questions that we all have? Yes there might be but I’m excited to be along for the ride. Rian Johnston tried to shift gears into something new while The Force Awakens was more nostalgic.… Expand

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