Back to proper Star Wars

Rating: 10/10 (12 January 2016)

Following the CGI-heavy, storyline-light prequels (which I enjoyed but didn't 'feel') The Force Awakens is a return to what Star Wars is all about.
The negative types will point out it's a remake of A New Hope, but those versed in the Star Wars universe will recognise the need to revisit certain plot lines to lay the foundation for future movies.
Besides, the plot is a tried and tested formula. And it works.
The Force Awakens FEELS like the originals and JJ Abrams has done a great job telling a story that sets up what will hopefully be a whole new storyline.
Overall, I loved it, it took me back to being a kid where the prequels did not.
Negatives? I'm not a fan of the casting for Kylo Ren and I object heavily if Mark Hammill got paid for his cameo!