This is a good family film which is worthy of the original.

Rating: 7/10 (10 January 2016)

I've just watched this film with my 8 & 12 year old sons this weekend, and after reading many bad reviews of this film I feel that i have to leave my opinion. All three of us really enjoyed this film. It is well acted and there are good performances from two British up and coming stars. The film has plenty of action from the start, and although the story is a bit weak it keeps you engaged until the end. There are plenty light sabre wielding scenes and all the usual CGI effects you would expect without spoiling the film. The film tries to stay true to the original series but I feel the inclusion of Hans Solo, Leya and Luke Skywalker weren't necessary to the plot but we're probably there to boost ticket sales. After recently watching the full series of films, I have to say that this film is far better than I,II ,& III and is a worthy sequel to Return of the Jedi.
This is a good family film and we are looking forward to the next one.