Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens

1. Deathstroke_42

   Dec 18, 2015

   10

   “This will begin to make things right.” So speaks Max Von Sydow in the first words of The Force Awakens; and how appropriate that is. In“This will begin to make things right.” So speaks Max Von Sydow in the first words of The Force Awakens; and how appropriate that is. In short, The Force Awakens is an enormous triumph, a return to the ways of the original trilogy, and, specifically, what made them so loved, and so good. All due respect and admiration to George Lucas for creating the Star Wars universe, but JJ Abrams truly seems to understand what made the originals so damn good better than Lucas himself- intrigue. Mysticism. Tragedy. Fun. Is it a perfect movie? No. No movie is, truly. But for everything that didn’t quite sit right- of which there aren’t many- there were a plethora of other things which Abrams and his crew perfectly hit the target with.
   
   The Force Awakens is a sequel worth waiting 30 years for (and it is, make no mistake, the best Star Wars movie since at least 1983), with a stellar cast (Ridley and Driver shine, but every new and old face alike command the screen and so obviously want to be there, and that brings the whole thing to life); incredible direction and smart writing; and stunning aliens, visuals, and great characters- all of which are so fresh and unique with the perfect blend of old and new it injects life into this universe sometimes just by aesthetic, with Chewie, Han and C390 still bringing the laugh, while new additions like BB-8 cement themselves as worthy, the quirky droid destined to be a fan favourite and loved as only two droids ever have been. How I’ve missed the magic of this galaxy, far, far away. And here we are, launched back into two and a half hours of sheer brilliance, with all of the magic, wit and fun which made the original trilogy what it was. Episode VII is certainly a great indicator for things to come, leaving you craving more with its phenomenal ending and, even still, it provides a triumphant, hugely satisfying adventure on its own, realising my hopes as a fan, and surpassing them. Accordingly, while no movie is perfect, it gets a 10 from me.… Expand

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2. Renigage

   Dec 18, 2015

   10

   This was the best movie I have seen in the last decade! Thank you! It was an amazing ride! People that say that original actors didn't getThis was the best movie I have seen in the last decade! Thank you! It was an amazing ride! People that say that original actors didn't get enough screen time, are misguided. It was an emotional roller coaster, if you are a Star Wars fan.… Expand

   • 9 of 38 users found this helpful
4. DanBurrito

   Dec 23, 2015

   9

   I went in with unreasonably high expectations. The movie still blew them away. Never in my life did I imagine that any Star Wars movie couldI went in with unreasonably high expectations. The movie still blew them away. Never in my life did I imagine that any Star Wars movie could reach the heights of "The Empire Strikes Back" but this movie somehow manages it. I nearly started crying with happiness when the opening crawl came on. It was great to see all the old characters again and the new ones were great too. Kylo Ren, although he isn't as awesome as Darth Vader, is a great villain and Rey is a great hero. I don't get all the complaints about it being a "remake". Sure, it's got a lot of similarities to episode 4, but what else could you ask for from a Star Wars movie? Han Solo is still the loveable rogue we all know and love and Oscar Isaacs was great though I thought his character was underused. Still, it was a great movie that corrects pretty much every mistake made by the prequels. A dream come true for Star Wars fans.… Expand

   • 14 of 44 users found this helpful
5. Benny1

   Dec 18, 2015

   6

   The pictures are great, the soundtrack is like always beautiful, but some of the new actors are horribly bad. The plot has nothing specialThe pictures are great, the soundtrack is like always beautiful, but some of the new actors are horribly bad. The plot has nothing special with way more new questions than answers for the questions we already had. It more seems from me like a big trailer than an actual movie.… Expand

   • 23 of 60 users found this helpful
6. DarkSideOTForce

   Jan 6, 2016

   4

   This movie was so disappointing. Abrams can't compete with the mind of Lucas. This was clearly a rip off of New Hope and Empire. Ren's voiceThis movie was so disappointing. Abrams can't compete with the mind of Lucas. This was clearly a rip off of New Hope and Empire. Ren's voice sounded so lame and not controlling like Earl Jones. The plot was boring and movie very predictable.… Expand

   • 51 of 90 users found this helpful
7. sleepingzzz

   Jan 2, 2016

   2

   If you seen the very first star wars movie then you have already seen this one. It's almost an exact copy with updated visuals.
   
   They alsoIf you seen the very first star wars movie then you have already seen this one. It's almost an exact copy with updated visuals.
   
   They also actually made the dark side uncool. Rylo Ken is a giant wuss bag that a little girl could beat up. The black guy's role was pretty much pointless. Seems like they added him in just to have a black guy in the movie. Movie was boring. I nearly fell asleep. I really need to stop watching these hyped up movies. I keep giving Hollywood a reason to keep making them by giving them my money. I wait for DVD when the second part comes out in a year or two.… Expand

   • 82 of 140 users found this helpful
8. slickserpent99

   Aug 12, 2016

   0

   Star Wars the Force Awakens is a horrible waste of time and money. It was made as a cash-in on what little love was left from the originalStar Wars the Force Awakens is a horrible waste of time and money. It was made as a cash-in on what little love was left from the original episodes iv, v, and vi. All of the charm, humour, and complexity of the prequels is gone in this attempt at a revival of Star Wars. Save your money and avoid this film.… Expand

   • 4 of 14 users found this helpful

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