Better on second viewing!

Rating: 8/10 (16 April 2018)

I saw this in the theatre, and was slightly disappointed. I never felt the goosebumps or magic that I normally feel watching Star Wars movies. I think I was tired or distracted or something, because watching it at home I enjoyed it much more. The effects are amazing, as is the music. The story is good with some holes, but mostly good. I didn't love everything, but there were a lot of great moments and surprises, and I did get chills the second time. I'm excited to see where the next one goes. Overall, not as good as the originals, but better than the prequels. The Force Awakens was better, but I'm ok with that-I always thought A New Hope was better than The Empire Strikes Back as well.