"2 thumbs up" (Siskel & Ebert) review# 96

Rating: 9/10 (18 April 2019)

The Red title indicates that the sith are ready to get back into it with Kylo Ren addressing his issue of whether or not he is suitable for heir apparent of Darth Vader & "A fait acompli" - Wayne Gretzky deal 8/ 11,1988. Have passed the century mark with how many times viewed this movie because those of us who participated with Celebration from the Windy City with Star Wars IX - The Rise of Skywalker just want that lifetime membership. Though one particular scene with Lea & her son as she is waiting for his decision to destroy what he has to in becoming a dark side user.
His worthy ness is no longer a constant to Supreme Leader Snoke when he brings yours truly front & center. He just seems to still have conflict when it comes to his mother. Big ups to director for not letting this be the end for the General of the resistance. The powerful force user was able to side step this land mind & get going. Though she knows in her heart that it wasn't her creation that almost led to her demise. The story does fall off when Rose & Fn 2187 aka Finn lead this adventure guided by Maz Kanata.
Upon arrival on Canto Bight, we get to see the chain of command change hands until Vice Admiral Holdo shows why she was trained by Lea. When she makes the decision to better the 400+-remaining resistance. The quiet before the storm brings the dramatic turn of events that the light remains. Reminisce of those college days riding on e in the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado up in the Bay area crossing the San Francisco bay bridge not knowing the outcome of happiness. Although she knows very well her intentions & finally gets Poe to react. He leads this team to the abandoned base & the old fashion western showdown. With all involved in the Sith & all involved with the Jedi, who will win? Keep these coming Disney & thank you George Lucas (get @ me Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, Orange County). "...Until then, the balcony is closed" (Siskel & Ebert)