Spoiler Alert--it is almost impossible to discuss the plot without being a spoiler. I'm going to avoid discussing the plot.
What I Liked:
Unlike the prequels, the movie is true to the character and style of the original trilogy.
It felt like a Star Wars movie.
Yes, there is the obligatory club scene with the assorted characters from around the galaxy--it just wouldn't be Star Wars without a scene like that.
The movie answers the question: "So what happened next!" The Force Awakens is set about 30 years after Return of the Jedi, (1983) during which the Empire was soundly defeated and the was Republic firmly established. The main characters have aged, and a new generation is taking control of the galaxy. The never ending struggle of good against evil continues and is at the core of the movie.
Chewbacca is--Chewbacca, the lovable, but scary Wookie.
The character development was good. The questions were answered, in most cases, about what has been happening during the past 30 years.
The trailers and all of the pre-movie releases DID NOT give away ANYTHING!
I liked the ending!
I wasn't fully satisfied and I want more!
What I didn't Like:
At times, the movie felt too much like A New Hope, (1977) which was the first movie to be released, but titled Episode IV because of the prequels.
There are a couple of critical unanswered questions--but, these are what sequels are made to answer.
The movie has slow spots.
I didn't like one particular plot twist--I'm not going to write about it, because it would be a spoiler--but suffice it to say, I understand it, but that doesn't mean that I like it.
Recommendation:
Drop whatever it is you are doing, take a day off form work and go see this movie. EVERYONE is going to be talking doubt it and if you don't see it soon, there won't be any surprises left.
May the Force be with you!
-- Bob Doan, Elkridge, MD
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