This IS Star Wars NOW and that is a GOOD thing

Rating: 10/10 (29 December 2019)

Just got back from seeing this movie with my family. Delighted that I, as a 47 year-old growing up with Star Wars, can see these new trilogy movies with my two daughters. And that they are having their very own star wars experience and loving it - I think - as much as I was at the time.
All the more reason why I find it a pity that some older fans of Star Wars cannot get over themselves and accept that they have already had THEIR Star Wars. That this new trilogy is just as good but is NOW for a new generation. This new trilogy are great movies and clearly made with love for the franchise. So stop bashing this film (or the Last Jedi) just because it does not live up to your own ideas of what the next plot should be.
I think the movie was very good as a sci-fi movie, making wonderful use of the SW universe and with plenty of (back)story and plot twists. Is it perfect? No. But then seldom movies are. It has some pacing issues, jumps in the script and a bit too much cheese. But I wasn't seeking perfection here, but soul and entertainment. I was seeking immersion in the SW universe so that I can spend 2,5 hours smiling while enjoying this new instalment of my favourite space opera. And it sure delivered!
OUR universe is better off with this movie in it. Criticism is of course a good thing but some of the reviews here are disgraceful. What amazes me most is some of the bad reviews from professionals. It certainly makes me reconsider which views I can trust with any degree of confidence.
I am sure Disney will make more movies in the future. But thanks to some spoilt fans it may take a bit longer than expected as they rethink their plans and strategy. We shall have to wait and see, but for now I am grateful that at least these movies have been made. I look forward to the next trilogy. I sure hope they are made by again a new team with new / fresh ideas and take on the concept so that in 50 years time we can look back on a series of movies that is perhaps like James Bond. Ever evolving in order to stay in touch with its audience.