DIffering opinions

Rating: 6/10 (10 January 2018)

I always avoid movie reviews before seeing a film and therefore didn't realize how much controversy this film had raised. It seems the Star Wars fans are very split about the quality of the film. I am probably in the minority on here who saw the original films at the cinema. Probably in the majority who found Episodes 1-3 less engrossing than the 4,5 and to a lesser extent 6. Episode 7 was a real return to form and therefore hopes were high for Episode 8 The Last Jedi.
The storyline of Force Awakens certainly had parallels with New Hope and this seemed likely to continue with the Last Jedi having parallels with Empire Strikes Back. That certainly is the case although it never really lives up to the drama of the Empire Strikes Back. Whilst it isn't a classic it continues the return to form of Star Wars. Whilst Daisy Ridley (Rey) took the honors with her performance in Force Awakens, she didn't seem quite as captivating in Last Jedi. This is offset by Mark Hamill as Luke who steals most of his scenes. It's also the last time that we'll see Carrie Fisher as Leia. John Boyega as Finn is excellent again and I found it a thoroughly entertaining movie. Well worth a watch and looking forward to the next installment.