Really? I thought he did a great job with it. I know he didn't really like doing Star Wars, but I read his performance as more "alright, this is the last time I'm doing this, so I'm gonna give it my all."at first I was sad that Han Solo died, but then I was happy that Harrison Ford was free, since it was obvious he really hated to be there 99% of the time he was on screen
This movie has so many little details and touches in it, people will find something new after every rewatch.I enjoyed a lot of the little touches on the film, that the movie didn't feel it needed to explain. Like Kylo beating his blaster wound during the big lightsaber fight, using that pain to fuel himself in the dark side.
Yes, it's Anakin's lightsaber, the one taken from him by Obi Wan on Mustafar. That's why Kylo claimed it should be his.This movie has so many little details and touches in it, people will find something new after every rewatch.
It was probably pointed out elsewhere already but I just realized that the lightsaber Finn and Rey use is the one Luke lost during his fight with Vader.
ftfyWell, Bespin is a gas giant, right? So, in theory, the saber could have just been boinging up and down like a pendulum until somebody noticed it?
/Han THE FORCE DOESN'T WORK THAT WAY
Or Han Solo now, ehhhh? Threw that guy to the tentacle monster--I feel like that happened as a purposeful "fuck you" to the whole "Han Solo is a murderer if he shoots Greedo first" thing. I laughed.I dunno, it's not like there was redemption for Darth Maul, The Emperor, General Grievous, Count Dooku, Boba Fett or Jabba the Hutt.
Or Greedo.
Adorable moment: when Rei goes into the basement room and opens the wooden chest, the little kids in the audience all started whispering to each other "it's a litesaber" "litesaber" "she found a litesaber". It was really cute.
I usually hate movie audiences, but this one was a blast, which is especially surprising since it was full of little kids and was sold-out, every seat. My favorite was the middle-aged woman in a Wookie hoodie.I was sitting next to three little kids, about 8 years old, who were there with one of the kids moms. Their excitement was palpable, all through the previews that'd get really excited when they thought the movie was starting, and then sad when it was just another preview. I could hear them gasp and laugh and tell that they were all just super into it, and it made me smile.
On the subject of Snoke, it occurs to me that because we only ever see him as a hologram, he could be a wizard of oz type character. We think we know what he looks like, but he could literally be anyone or anything, and simply projecting that image.
It was nice knowing Voldemort is still getting work after the Harry Potter movies, at least.On the subject of Snoke, it occurs to me that because we only ever see him as a hologram, he could be a wizard of oz type character. We think we know what he looks like, but he could literally be anyone or anything, and simply projecting that image.
Well, they were for the first half of the movie.- Now that the Resistance has official backing and is a legitimate power
Actually there are subtle differences in the engine structure and profile that show these are not exactly the same X-wings as 30 years ago. A quick search on wookieepedia also confirms these are a newer version, designated T-70 instead of T-65B. The most notable visual difference is in the engine "intakes" on the wings and the sharper nose cowling, but another obvious difference is the T-65s did not have a point defense blaster turret for antipersonnel defense while grounded.- Now that the Resistance has official backing and is a legitimate power, you'd think they could upgrade their fighter pool. They're still using X-wings from the previous generation. That would be like the US Air Force still relying on F-4 Phantoms.
My impression is that the Galaxy is split between the Republic and the First Order, with an uneasy peace between the two. While the Resistance is openly fighting the First Order with secret help from the Republic.That's one thing I don't get it. How can it be a resistance if the Republic is in power and supports it? It seems like The First Order is a renegade group.
100% with you on this. And I loved the direction Abrams took with the character. You get a feel for exactly why he was seduced to the Dark Side - he regards himself as the grandson of one of the most powerful Sith Lords ever, and his lack of ability (perhaps compared to the rest of the Jedi he trained with) and focus made him fearful of living up to that image. Being the son of a non-Jedi (Solo) deepens that fear, and plays a big part in killing his father.When Kylo Ren first took his helmet off, I was massively disappointed. But as the movie progressed, I began to understand... this is not a Sith master, this is not a Darth Vader or General Grievous or even a Darth Maul... this is a scared, confused little boy trying to fill what he imagines to be the shoes of his grandfather, and led astray by Snoke (who, I think it is important to note, is also not referred to as "Darth" even once). This is further reinforced by his tendency to lash out in fits of frustration (ex: trashing the control console with his saber when receiving word of the escaping droid). It made his murder of his father all the more wrenching - it was his moral event horizon.
Also the saber crossguards are still stupid
Rey has a very clear vision of Vader and Luke's history, combined with glimpses of her own past, when she first touches Anakin's/Luke's saber, so it's heavily implied she's tied with them somehow.Haven't seen the movie yet, but since some of the main "spoiler" things were already spoiled for me anyway, I figured, eh, now I want to know the rest as well and read this thread. Oh well.
Anyway, I obviously don't know if it's mentioned or referenced or whatever, but if we already have Vader's grandson...Why could't the other be Palpatine's granddaughter? Having someone from that line be the one to give redemption and so on could be a nice mirror and hammer home the whole "it's your own choices that matter, no matter who your father is, you can be good" motif Luke had going on as well.
or it could be that that exact lightsaber was present during some of the most dramatic moments for Luke and AnakinRey has a very clear vision of Vader and Luke's history, combined with glimpses of her own past, when she first touches Anakin's/Luke's saber, so it's heavily implied she's tied with them somehow.
It very well could be. It could be she was feeling its history, but then she also sees Kylo in that vision, and he has never been near it (that we know of, though he did immediately recognize it)or it could be that that exact lightsaber was present during some of the most dramatic moments for Luke and Anakin
Well, he does look like a complete and utter goober without the helmet. That's why I was so disappointed at first. I was like "Oh man, they need to fire their casting director" but the longer the movie ran, the more it made sense to me.
I think it uses half a sun to fire. But your point about it not moving is a valid one. Although, I guess they only needed to use it twice - once to destroy the New Republic governmental seat, and once more to destroy the Resistance base.
OH GOD THIS!!! JJ Abrams, unlike George Lucas, knows how to "show don't tell" a story. I actually give a shit about these characters and their plight. You're not told that Rey and Fin have a budding friendship/relationship, unlike the bullshit forced down your throat between Anakin and Padme.Or Han Solo now, ehhhh? Threw that guy to the tentacle monster--I feel like that happened as a purposeful "fuck you" to the whole "Han Solo is a murderer if he shoots Greedo first" thing. I laughed.
Loved the movie. Emotions--I had feelings! The characters had feelings! They were people! Real sets! Real acting! Real directing!