Amazing

Rating: 10/10 (15 December 2017)

Just returned from an opening night showing of Star Wars. It was 4 am and I was literally the only person in my particular showing. I have to say, I absolutely loved this movie. I had read some of the early user reviews on this website, and I was absolutely dumbfounded because I had also seen the rave reviews from critics, the majority of whom seem to appreciate this movie. After watching the movie, I'm relieved to say that this is a great movie.
I went in expecting some huge shockers in terms of the storyline based on critic reviews, so I did not end up being surprised by any of the plot twists. I expected Luke Skywalker to be an old, lethargic and cynical sort of dude. The only real surprise was the story behind Kylo Ren's genesis.
The movie does so many things well. The lead actors shine. The action is entertaining. There is some humor that works, and a few cute moments from the Porgs. I liked the campfire moment with Chewbacca and the Porgs in particular.
Signature moments between Luke and Leia, Luke and R2D2, were just amazing and extremely gratifying. To thing how far these characters and actors have come since the 1970s when the first Star Wars movie was released is incredible.
I loved this movie, and I believe Rian Johnson did a great job with what he was tasked to do. This was a better movie than the Force Awakens. I'm sure I'll be watching this movie again..