Still never seen star wars. Don't have anything against it and haven't avoided it. why do men turn into little girls when someone mentions it? Is it not just a movie?

Edited by scubaroo: 14/12/2015 08:09:05 PM

As a proper Star Wars nerd, this new stuff is breaking my heart.

The absolute destruction of 30 years worth of cannon is just something that I'll never get over.

Well you have to understand that when the original star wars came out it was one of a kind. It was revolutionary in movie making history and it's special effects and it wowed audiences all over the world.

Then empire strikes back came out. Now Empire Strikes back is for me my favourite movie and i consider it definitely in the top ten films to come out. Empire Strikes Back is what pushed the Star Wars name into more than just a movie, it forced itself into a cultural icon.

Star wars then inspired games, comics, etc moving into different audiences that may not have cared for movies. I got into Star wars thanks to the Force Unleashed the game and then turned myself into a massive fan of the movies and revenge of the sith was an ok movie.

I guess to answer your original question Star Wars is just simply such a good and joyous part of peoples lives, what makes the originals so iconic is the simple tale of friendship and adventure and with characters that we can relate to and love.

Seeing it at 7:30 tomorrow night. Going into complete social media blackout starting midnight tonight :lol: Have been able to avoid spoilers to far, hopefully that can continue.

Gonna try and get through as much of the 'Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens' stuff as I can between today and tomorrow.

Edited by sydneycroatia58: 16/12/2015 02:17:03 PM

Going at midnight tonight and Saturday.

My son is midnight tonight, Friday with mates, Saturday with rest of the family.

What is the go with spoilers on this thread - yes or no?

I'm thinking no.

Going at midnight tonight and Saturday.

My son is midnight tonight, Friday with mates, Saturday with rest of the family.

What is the go with spoilers on this thread - yes or no?

I'm thinking no.

Massive no lol.

-PB

Reviews will be pouring out in over an hour.


Can't wait till later tonight my god.

And please someone tell me how to post a spoiler blackout as i will probably be doing a review as soon as i get out of the theatre :lol:

As if anyone would come to this thread if they haven't seen the movie tho

Starring: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Domhnall Gleeeson

Directed by: J.J. Abrams

Rated: PG-13

Run Time: 135 minutes

Genre: Action/Adventure/Fantasy

4.5 out of 5 frames

By: Cassandra Nicholson



How does one film simultaneously encapsulate the essence of a nearly 40-year-old franchise and jettison into a brand new horizon?



That’s been the question on everyone’s mind since Disney acquired Lucasfilm and promised to take Star Wars into uncharted territory without George Lucas at the helm.



The concept of moving forward without Lucas – or even moving forward at all – was understandably met with some skepticism and concern given the uproar that occurred during the franchise’s last revolution in 1999.



There’s no doubt that some diehard Star Wars fans will take umbrage with The Force Awakens for what it lacks. However, it’s safe to say that all audience members should approach the film as if it’s a standalone, or even reboot, within this known universe, versus a strict sequel.



Yes, a few of the major players are featured. Yes, there are a slew of new characters. And while this movie might have just as well been titled, “Star Wars: The Next Generation,” it still holds true to all of the nuances of the original that many remember with fondness.



John Williams’ epic score is maintained throughout, guiding the story in all the magical and familiar ways that made Star Wars so memorable in the first place. Williams’ music direction serves a purpose in one way that perhaps J.J. Abrams’ complex visual direction seems to strategically avoid. He’s not mimicking Lucas’ style or approach, and fans would be foolish to believe that he would’ve tried.



Even taking into account all the bells and whistles that modern-day box office blockbusters can afford, and grading all seven films on a suitable curve accordingly, The Force Awakens may be the most cinematically appealing outing of the franchise yet.



Filmgoers and TV fans should quickly recognize Abrams’ unique stamp of character development, action and humor. Sharing writing credit with Lawrence Kasdan (The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi) and Michael Arndt (The Hunger Games: Catching Fire), Abrams introduces several new characters and plotlines that all tie into the fabric of the Star Wars universe.



The actors portraying those new characters certainly don’t disappoint. John Boyega and Daisy Ridley, both of England, play Finn and Rey so well, it’d be tough to see how even nose-in-the-air fans could reasonably complain. Oscar Isaac and Adam Driver are also welcome additions as Poe and Kylo Ren.



It should be noted how much like a Marvel film The Force Awakens appears to be, mostly in the development, construction and casting of a diverse ensemble, as well as how those characters interact throughout the story. It’s certainly to be expected, considering both Marvel and Lucasfilm are owned by the same parent company, but it does lend itself to a very homogenized style of storytelling – admittedly, one that audiences don’t appear to be tiring of anytime soon.



The first hour of the film is probably its strongest, as it sets up the story and introduces the audience to the new world since we last left Han, Leia, Luke & Co., but the pacing is strong as it follows through on the second half with a complexly woven arc.



The story is fun, the characters are enjoyable, the action is engaging. The film isn’t flawless, but what tentpole movie is anymore? Even better is the fact that non-Star Wars fans can come into the story at Episode VII without missing much of a beat.



This film is highly recommended for audiences of all ages, as it hits all the right notes and masterfully remains swear-word free. It’s absolutely a crowd-pleaser, with twists and turns that set up the next installment very well.



Going in, many may feel the brand fatigue that comes with millions of dollars’ worth of advertisements and product placement leading up to the film’s release. Rest assured, however, that once the lights dim in the theatre, all that marketing stagecraft will fall away to reveal a truly engaging flick.

Kylo Ren is probably the most conflicted and emotional villain the series has ever had and his performance was outstanding. After many wooden villain performances in the franchise, this was powerful and moving. It also helped that his mask is off a lot – which is a welcome change and helps us see his vulnerability.

Star Wars eh?


Now wheres them fanboys?