The one trailer to string some coherence to what is going on.

TFA a pure fan service movie whether you in the camp of prequel or the original. Won't say outloud it's the definitive SW sequel I've been waiting. While it hits the nostalgia checklist that hype up the illusion of a great movie, after the adrenaline subside...a lot of "why they do that???" questions pops up. No point nitpicking the plot details when you know that there will be a new SW movie annually from here onwards. The thing I admired the most are those technical aspects of the film making like how meticulous the camera angles were able to be a character on its own. Instances like the camera couldn't keep up with Millenium Falcon during the you know what scene. Actually it felt a lot like what JJ did with Star Trek, the only difference is he's not pretending to make Star Wars under the guise of the Starfleet. TFA is a better movie IMO compare to Trek but it does not have the all things are new factor. Also can't help but disappointed after 20 minutes into it,the new hope story beats being telegraphed literally to the new characters.
To me Furiosa and Max still outclass Finn and Rey for reinvigorating an old franchise.

This is a rant about blind fanboy fixation to right the negative criticism on his obsessive nature to defend his opinion or lack thereof.
Be clear everyone hate and love a movie for different reasons. If you take a step back, another movie without the brand name Star Wars uses the same story mechanics or style will be villified till kingdom come. It's OK to give it a pass when Star Wars logo is in it. That's only one of the criticism I had on TFA.
The reason to stand behind Luke's fight against the dark side is he's that underdog that you want to root for and he's vulnerable. Not Rey's Mary Sue characterization, what and where is the stake when she can whizz pass all the harm and obstacle being thrown at her?
Maybe Rian Johnson is a better filmmaker to bet on getting a forward thinking sequel rather than fan service rehash. JJ Abrams is the "household" name director, but not necessarily a better film director than Johnson.
Don't make a blanket statement solely because someone does not share your viewpoint.
Life is good by not being an elitist snob.

The same can be said you are paying too much attention to him.
It's not his opinion any better or lesser than yours....just don't be one sided.
When BvS hits there gonna be DC suck balls vs Marvel rules conversation all over again. TFA by then already a faint memory until the next SW movie drops.

Very surprised Rogue One did much better than TFA,for me. It felt expansive and does not have that 12 year old kid cartoon storyline. Character and action scenes basically outclass what JJ Abrams did. Actually it does enrich the set-up for episode 4. Even the brief Vader scene, it just outshines what Kylo Ren ever did as an antagonist.

If the studio can afford the same support and freedom they did for Garreth Edwards in terms of elevating storyline and trying new things, can't wait to see what Rian Johnson is bringing to the table.

Not a fan of him as a film director in recent years, you still can't touch him as the geek poster child that knows how to talk shit about things. He should get more props for litting all things about comic books and films. Strong language as usual.

Looks like Ron Horward the top choice to take over. Guess Kathleen Kennedy having an old school vs new school of conflict brewing at her camp. Josh Trank, Gareth Edwards and now Lord & Miller. Almost every single SW movies being monitored by a seasoned behind the scene guy. Lawrence Kasdan with JJ Abrams, Tony Gilroy reworking Rogue One third act and now this. Do wonder will Rian Johnson suffer the same fate or he is just too cool to be working in a Star Wars movie?

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Hmmmm....eeerrrmmm.....sigh!!! Was looking forward to see something new and JJ is not that guy to break new grounds. At best he is that above average film director that just did a good enough job.
Can't they look into stronger visionary film directors. TFA does not aged well as I watched a little of it while babysitting my son recently.
Some of the stills released on the upcoming Rian Johnson's effort were already improvement over TFA from costuming and production design standpoint

Guess the earliest of the new trilogy will hit 4 years from now. Spreading across 6 years if they take a one year break in between the solo movie filling the gap. Hope it does not do the MCU release pattern of 3 annually.

Looks like they are really comfortable with Rian Johnson to spearhead the whole thing. Optimistic about EVIII.

EVII does not aged well...even it was released few years back. Some of the shots macam TV series quality.
Check out Looper...a pretty solid scifi with some action with it.

The hype train right on track and too bad it may not topple TFA in terms of anticipation and initial BO tracking.
http://variety.com/2017/film/news/star-war...ans-1202635162/
If the early impression really indicative of the final product
... this could be the sequel we all deserved and not that BS rehash. Fingers crossed.
BTW JJ Abrams u suck balls..lol...

Believe the movie has a very divisive story arcs. There are more questions than answers. Not all narrative risks payoff in a satisfying manner but appreciate the gesture to spice things up a bit. Just felt Rian Johnson wanted the cake and eat it too.

Hands down you get your money worthwhile in some of the battle scene and spectacular iconic scene you can remember for a long time to come. It's not any better or worse than Rogue One but certainly miles ahead of TFA.
At this point just no longer pump to see EIX as sceptical they can pull off an effective Kylo vs Rey angle. Maybe I'm the minority here, Rey's Mary Sue characterization getting really old and honestly no longer care what's the reason behind it even with "i'm your father" twist down the road.

Glad Mark Hamill given another shot to play Luke in a big way and mvp is General Hux for me. The rest shine in some areas but flat in others. A bit unbalanced and for sure they can tighten the runtime to make everything leaner.

Do hope the newly announced trilogy spearheaded by Rian Johnson able to break more new ground with a tighter focus. Hands down he upstaged the production value and the best looking Star Wars to date. It"s safe to say in regardless whether you hate or like this sequel it's still a worthwhile watch and it is not unwatchable in the sense it breaks Star Wars. Still a decent movie to watch.

Well fanboys expecting fan service like TFA will be dissapointed with it for sure. Technically it's a better made movie than TFA but which better served as a SW saga is up for debate with the divisive responses. TLJ did a lot of subverting expectations...some work and some not.

Still waiting for someone who got the balls to do those KOTOR level of cinematic cutscenes. Those are the SW movies I want to watch. Hopefully it will come one day. They got close to it with Rogue One's Vader endscene. Alas E9 will be the least anticipated SW sequel for me as doubtful of JJ Abrams able to one up the action seqiences and filmmaking skills but he could watered down a fan friendly story for sure.

Would still pay good money to watch Rian Johnson's next trilogy and hope to take it into more uncharted territory. At this point just want to see something other than just the same old story beats. It just need to evolve from that old sandbox.

3 words - Familiarity breeds contempt.
On the camp that they need to change the formula. Applaud TLJ tried that but not entirely sold how they do it. My gripe not so much about the misfired narrative cues or not delivering a true Star Wars experience. Its the context that drives the changes and restrained treatment of characters building. Just not enough forward thinking tweaks.

At least now they are free from the shackles of revolving future Jedi storylines that not clutch into Skywalker dynasty and explore other path than just the same old sandbox. E9 most likely back to the same old SW experience given that you have JJA at it. Which to me a safe bet not to alienate the fanboys but million dollar question does he have what it takes to propel it to the nect level? Judging from his filmography is no but who knows maybe the star aligned he pull off a surprise.

Lol....a funny exchange between a high profile disgruntled fan with Rian Johnson.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.inverse.co...-stormy-daniels

Disney already write off Solo from their profit. Whether indicative they have no faith of it being good or the reshoot cost just too high to turn sizable profit.

The only issue I had with the trailer is where the hell is Han Solo. Alden Ehrenreich looks underwhelming. Missing that smartass scoundrel. But he was so charming in Hail Caesar that playing Han Solo just look like a child play to him. Could be how the trailer being edited. Hope Ron Horward able to channel Arrested Development for the comedic touches.

Space dragon incoming. Guess they are abandoning single Star Wars movie strategy. So the question will the GOT showrunners adapt existing materials or a brand new serial of movies. If they do KOTOR the internet will breaks. Rian Johnson haters be dissapointed cause they are still rolling out his movies....lol.

Disney marketing at work here to sustain hype beyond episode 9. If Rian Johnson delivers, the money train not gonna stop for a long time for mouse house.

http://www.vulture.com/2018/03/solo-a-star...n-troubles.html

Some gossip article of Solo....still take it with a grain of salt. At least it's from reputable source.

It's not a train wreck as what the butthurt SW fanboys made out to be. Neither is it the great movie hailing from SW universe. Alden Ehrenreich's portrayal of Solo is good but not career defining quality but it could have been worse if done by another actor. To me still the fan service movie that not taking a risk to expand the lore.

Whether salty fanboys or negative press coverage sully it chance.. certainly not the worst movie you could have watched. It is a bland and safe movie.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge as L3 is all good and great.

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Johnson, Benioff & Weiss the new brain trust of SW's future.
http://collider.com/upcoming-star-wars-movies-rian-johnson/

Indifferent over ep.9 trailer and not 100% sold on The Mandalorian.