I just finished watching the latest movie in the Star Wars franchise. I've always been a fan of Star Wars and it's universe. Even the Phantom Menace, which had a lot of problems, was still somewhat stimulating and entertaining and at least had some great acting from Ewan Mcgregor and Liam Neeson.
With that said, this latest one felt like a parody at times. I almost felt like I was watching a mix between TV Star Trek (the Voyager series mind you) and Harry Potter, with a little bit of Star Wars mixed in. So much was left unexplained...like who this Voldemort looking fellow is for example. On the other hand, a lot was spoon fed to us or completely unnecessary (like the "it's salt" scene). I also really couldn't get behind the Rose character and her love of Finn. It was just weird.
Other than he who must not be named, the other main generals and villains just seemed laughable. For such a long movie, there could have been a lot more character development, even with Voldemort. Captain Phasma would have been a little more terrifying too if they found some way to develop her a bit more...Chrome Dome? Really? On a side note, when Finn and Rose "broke" out of prison with the code-breaker, him calling BB8 "roundy" was a little cringe-worthy as well.
Neither Kylo or the other general really had any presence and most of their scenes were really cringe-worthy. On another note, who is the purple haired Holden? Her character just felt empty to me and I felt no loss when she sacrificed herself.
Right from the beginning I was pulled out of this movie instead of pulled in and I'm surprised that it got such great ratings on IMDB and Rotten Tomatoes. Really goes to show that critics are paid off these days.
All that said, there were some funny parts - especially with the older characters like Chewy and Yoda. But did I really hear a mom joke in there too? Loved the pokemon though. They were probably my favourite part.
I give this maybe a 2/5 and I'm hoping for better next time.