Gritty explosive Star Wars prequel that outshines many of its predecessors

Rating: 9/10 (19 December 2016)

Rogue One is an explosion of gritty gutsy rebelliousness that reveals those struggling for survival have lives that are not always black and white.
Excellent cast with strong believable performances (not always present in Star Wars movies).
The plot moves forward at a varying pace, creating contrast and a chance to explore some of the lead characters further.
The scenery and special effects are true to the Star Wars legacy and simply amazing.
The scale of sacrifice and destruction was heart rendering as the plot builds to a stunning climax.
I was 14 when the first film came out and queued around the block to view it. Now 53 I left the cinema still enthralled.
So good is Rogue One it could stand alone. Now I will go back and watch the rest - in order. And just possibly revisit Rogue One in 3D this time. Though its so good 3D would just be the icing sugar on top of the icing on the cake.