A howling disappointment

Rating: 4/10 (19 December 2015)

Repetitive, dull, and overly reliant on special effects, this film is an unashamed rehash of the previous movies. It did not even have the respect for its audience to take itself seriously, epitomized by the fact that Jaja Binx is back, only this time he's black. Possibly the most self-indulgent movie ever made, it is only partly redeemed by the wonderful performances given by Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher. Sadly these acting gems were scattered so sparsely they were hardly worth waiting for.
The had sorely hoped this film would continue the epic saga, explaining the complex fallout from Episode 6 and telling the stories of the main characters. Instead, the film dedicates itself to a cast of unknowns in a vain attempt to recreate the magic of the originals and fails. Unless you are a die-hard Star Wars fan, this is best watched for free on terrestrial television at some point. I would rank it on a par with Episode I.