Satisfying Conclusion to the Trilogy but not the Saga

Rating: 7/10 (20 December 2019)

The Rise of Skywalker is a highly enjoyable film, no doubt. It has great special effects, interesting locations, talented acting and a fun narrative and satisfyingly concludes the Sequel Trilogy character's story arcs.
However, the film, in my opinion does not satisfyingly conclude the Skywalker Saga as a whole. It goes out of its way to justify plot devices of The Last Jedi and leaves audience members with additional questions, despite its intention to conclude the saga. The film also contradicts previously established lore from the prequels and the Clone Wars.
There are several points in the movie which force the audience to anticipate more, only to leave us completely underwhelmed.
Overall, a disappointing conclusion to over 40 years of movies and stories, but nonetheless, still a rather enjoyable movie.