THE GIST: With the First Order constantly on their heels, the Resistance takes heavy losses while looking for safe havens. Leia is hoping her brother Luke will rejoin the Resistance, but he doesn't even want to train Rey in the ways of the Force. Meanwhile, Kylo Ren develops a psychic connection with Rey that could draw her to the Dark Side.Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens was a valiant effort towards rebooting the Star Wars franchise after Lucas' prequels left the majority of its fans dismayed and bereft. Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi follows closely behind with a fairly good plot that carries the story forward while adding new faces and upping the stakes.
Rey has now become a main character in the saga, and this chapter increases her stature. Kylo Ren is a good counterpart, especially with his links to the Skywalker family.
As one would expect, the technical aspects of the movie are top notch: costumes, visual and sound effects, cinematography, sets. Everything's perfect.
THE BOTTOM LINE: While The Last Jedi doesn't rise to the top of the Star Wars pantheon, it is a worthwhile effort that should please the fans of the saga.
Grade: 7
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