Much-needed Improvement

Rating: 8/10 (1 October 2018)

I just got out of the new Star Wars and I am very impressed! The story felt fresh and original unlike the Force Awakens. There wasn't a single plot point I predicted was going to happen that did in fact happen. The movie also expanded on the characters and the conflict they're facing as the story progresses. It seems like we're finally getting some solid character development. I was also surprised at how very funny the movie was in some scenes.
The action scenes were incredibly well choreographed. One in particular stood out as maybe the best fight scene in the history of Star Wars. There are also a few scenes in the movie that made you want to stand up and clap as a Star Wars fan.
As expected the CGI and graphics were amazing. It did have a slight issue with pacing. Particularly in comparing the first half of the movie and the second half of the movie. There are also a couple plot points that seemed a tad bit too convenient. Overall one of the best Star Wars movies in years 8.5 out of 10.