Underwhelming

Rating: 6/10 (19 December 2019)

Overlook the unexplained (and seriously overpowered) capabilities of the sith and this had the potential to be so much more. I can forgive the lapse in bridging events from episode 8, I can forgive the unoriginal battle tactics (let's hit that obvious target to incapacitate the entire fleet), but what I cannot forgive is that end fight. What on earth happened to palpatine having a lightsaber? I get that the power he wields is truly immense, but to end the scene within one minute of achieving ultimate power is ridiculous. Why was palpatine not restored to his pre episode 3 self? Whilst I can appreciate lightsaber battles aren't everyone's cup of tea, why couldn't there be one last duel? For me this film just raised so many questions, when in reality it should close the arc.