As good as it gets, after Ep.8

Rating: 9/10 (24 December 2019)

I went in with zero expectations and I'm stunned what they pulled off on this one after the wreckage that Ep.8 left behind. I don't dare to dream what even could've been done if it wasn't for part 8 making that big mess. You can tell that they're rushing through to tie all the loose ends and that does hurt the movie. Although it is still far more than watchable and that does by no means ruin it. The movie would've benefitted from cutting out a few of the new characters though. The humor is there, but it isn't out of place like with part 8. It is funny sometimes but in a good way. Most importantly, it got me caring about the plot and characters. It also elaborates more that force powers and abilities differ with every force user and I like that. Bottom line: It has the full essence of what a Star Wars movie is and has to be.