Fantastic Star Wars film reinvigorates franchise...

Rating: 10/10 (28 December 2017)

The evolving relationship between Kylo Ren and Rey is taken in a bold and unexpected direction, really fascinating and very well done, these two characters are the beating heart of the film. Adam Driver and Daisy Ridley hit their performances out of the park.
New character Rose and Finn have an interesting journey of their own, which includes a poignant commentary on the nature of war.
Luke's journey is unorthodox but ultimately satisfying, Leia is amazing in this film and she finally displays force powers which is long overdue for that character.
Poe Dameron is portrayed as not just the one dimensional hero and ace pilot from The Force Awakens but an, at times, reckless warrior and a flawed man.
The space battles are the best of the series, each character's journey is balanced, trim and the film deftly cuts between them. Snappily paced, the film is 2 and a half hours but feels shorter and left me wanting more.
The climax of the film with Kylo Ren, Rey, Snoke and the Praetorian Guard is absolutely jaw-dropping, second best of the Star Wars series I'd say, second to only the "I am your father" scene in 'The Empire Strikes Back.'
The Last Jedi is a great experience all the way around.