Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker ends the Lucas saga!!

Rating: 8/10 (1 January 2020)

If you've gone on this cinematic journey since 1977 like I have, you couldn't wait to keep seeing the wonder and excitement that the Star Wars series of films always brought to the silver screen. This film did not deliver what I had anticipated, which was an emotional roller coaster ride from beginning to end. The final battle between the First Order and the Republican resistance reaches its conclusion, fueled by a resurrected Darth Sidious (Palpatine). Rey finally realizes her powers and her lineage to her horror, that she is the granddaughter of Palpatine! The final battle scenes are tremendously well done as well as the fight scenes between Rey and Supreme Leader Kyle Ren. Edge of your seat CGI, new characters, and a few surprises round out a overall pleasing film. Enjoy, Star Wars fans!!!