Solid, but Somewhat Disappointing

Rating: 7/10 (20 January 2020)

Rise of Skywalker was a solid ending to the franchise, but it misses its potential. Not as bad as the critics say, not as good as the fanboys claim. So it was Star Wars. A solid action movie with a lot of potential that we may or may not ever see.
I think it's always been that potential that people have loved the most about Star Wars: the absolute breadth of escapism that it allows for.
It's a shame this trilogy wasn't under one unified directorial vision; it could've been something truly special.
Instead, it settles for the safety of mediocrity and reliving the glory days.
Hopefully, the end of the Skywalker Saga allows for a fresh start for Disney, critics, and fans.