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We dont quite get enough of his story, but hes a fun and interesting presence. Keith & the Movies

A parade of beloved characters walking through and waving as well remembered scenes are re enacted around them is not a story, but a pantomime. Den Of Geek

The Rise Of Skywalker is a mostly satisfying spectacle its fun, entertaining, visually dazzling and, yes, emotional in parts, too. But as the grand fi .. Den Of Geek

Rise of the Skywalker isnt an ending, a sequel, a reboot, or a remix. EW

Its not unlike a rollercoaster ride in that it has just enough thrills to satisfy fans, but you can also see exactly where the ride begins and ends be .. Rogerebert

Rise of Skywalker operates as if the only cinematic tradition at its disposal hails from a galaxy far, far away. Indie Wire

Its a puckish and engrossing movie, fulsome but light on its rocket feet. Variety

Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker suffers the misfortune of having a director who cares more about digging up a franchises past than moving forward wit .. We Got This Covered

Abramss The Force Awakens (2015) was a pitch perfect summoning of old magic: thrilling and nostalgic, even if the trick itself remained stubbornly uni .. Time Out

Its such fun: full of the rackety exuberance of the now forgotten Saturday morning movie serials that were an influence on George Lucas. The Guardian

The movie snaps together like a jigsaw puzzle, a series of concluding beats that seem inevitable and perfect, and designed to please all parties, so l .. The Guardian

Over its long history, Star Wars has acquired a mythic grandeur few movie franchises can ever hope to match. The Guardian

For such an essentially simple story, theres a superfluity of plotty exposition, bogged down by an underlying risk aversion that promptly undoes any g .. The Guardian

The documentary isnt a study of juxtaposition so much as an exploration of how the many strands of a person or locations identity cant easily be disen ..

Panders wildly, closing out this last chapter of the nine films that have come to be known as the Skywalker Saga with a story that delivers to the fai ..

J.J. Abrams conclusion to the Skywalker Saga is always looking to the past so it fails to find a way forward. Collider

If you hated the drily witty The Last Jedi, youll love The Rise of Skywalker as much as I loved The Last Jedi and hated The Rise of Skywalker. Vulture

Here, though, the massive jumble of standoffs, near misses, tense confrontations, narrow escapes and slick victories, while momentarily exciting, can .. The Hollywood Reporter

Sigh. Well, at least put the proper round antenna back on the Falcon.

The Rise of Skywalker isnt a great Star Wars movie, but that may be because there is no such thing. That seems to be the way we like it. The New York Times

If that isnt proof that Disney considers this property more product than art, nothing is. Paste Magazine

If that isnt proof that Disney considers this property more product than art, nothing is. Paste Magazine

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is an entertaining but deeply flawed final chapter that ultimately plays it too safe. IGN

As a conclusion to the trilogy, it is undeniably messy and often frustrating, but it has been made with skill and on some basic level, it brings the s .. E Film Critic

This last go round neither disappointed nor thrilled me; it just exists. Theres always something going on, and thats part of the problem: theres never .. E Film Critic

The Rise of Skywalker completes a saga no one sane screenwriter would have dreamt up from scratch, but does so with such pluck and showmanship that th .. Telegraph

The problem with The Rise of Skywalker isnt any single omission or misstep.

You wish that this galaxy didnt feel so small and scared of stepping away from George Lucas shadow.

Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker weirdly doesnt function as a proper sequel to The Last Jedi. Cinema Blend

Frustratingly uneven but its still STAR WARS and still very watchable. JoBlo

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker gets bogged down in exposition and course correcting The Last Jedi, but does have some fun moments and fan service. Screen Rant

Despite the vast deepness and immense possibilities of George Lucass long ago galaxy located far, far away, Disneys Star Wars is more an exercise in e .. The Globe And Mail

This preference for chickening out remains true across The Rise of Skywalker, as it delivers a sweet family friendly ending about good triumphing over ..

A thoroughly proficient if rather mechanical capstone to a series that, despite its ups and downs, captured the imagination of generations of movie go .. One Guys Opinion

It ends just as predictably as it began, a trilogy of Star Wars movies built on George Lucass Greatest Hits. Rogers Movie Nation

When its all over, theres a sense of soul sucking disappointment: Thats it The movie isnt without its strengths and its defenders will latch onto thes .. ReelViews

As Star Wars y a movie as possible, bursting with droid, aliens, lightsabers, heroes, villains, and old friends to send the Skywalker Saga off with a. .. Blu Ray

Star Wars: Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker latches its existence to the past, and in doing so, the movie fails its own characters and story. Mark Reviews Movies

unnecessary exposition delivered with the pummeling speed of a tennis ball machine, colliding logic, lack of consequence for momentous setbacks and a ..

Abrams doesnt stick to a template as much as he did with Force Awakens, but there are familiar turns that go down like comfort food. Usa Today

The saga ends with this somewhat watchable yet entirely disappointing entry that falls well short of the high bar set by its two top flight predecesso .. Reel Film Reviews

Overall, I enjoyed the film and I do plan to go back and watch it again, but I dont feel as strongly about going back and watching it as I have in the .. You Tube

A balanced mix of classic Star Wars ingredients that delivers a dynamic spectacle with emotional resonance. You Tube

There seems to have been absolutely no road map as to what these movies were going to be and it shows. You Tube

Rian Johnson did a 180 with , and J.J. Abrams did another 180 with . You Tube

The cast does a very good job, but this trilogy is stuck in a nose dive it cant escape. The movie tries to use fan service to save the day, but it jus .. You Tube

If youre worried about comments, its probably best to stay out of the comment section. You Tube

Rise of Skywalker has a bumpy start but finds its footing and when it does, it flies especially in the third act. You Tube

Wanted it to end on a magnificent note but it didnt. Still it was good entertainment. Maybe if they had followed George Lucas notes it would have been .. You Tube

It was just a lot of unexplained tension. You cant just make a suspenseful dramatic scene without making me care. You Tube

There are plenty of things that are not good about this... but I still kind of enjoyed it. Im still glad I saw it. You Tube

They kind of went back to the feel of the original Star Wars. Even the heavy undertones still felt fun. You Tube

Way safer, no doubt...the whole trilogy has been a disaster...start to finish, it did not happen, thats just so clear...but this is rewatchabale, more .. You Tube

It is trying to accomplish a lot, because it has to tie up every plotline. It has to involve every character. It has to has to take you to every plane .. You Tube

So much thrown at you with so little character reaction that it feels more like fanfiction. You Tube

It started to feel like a greatest hits compilation...bringing out what everyone knows...handsomely constructed and entertaining as it was, there was .. You Tube

Just a shame, then, that story should have so little emotional resonance, and that the Skywalker saga, with its 42 years of cinematic tradition, shoul .. The Times

There is plenty of action in this film and the actors do a good job. The story is similar to other Star Wars stories, with similar plot twists and rev .. Lariat

For my money, though, whether you agree or dont agree with what happened in Episode IX, Lucasfilm should have stuck to its convictions. Radio Times

Diehard fans might be happy, but I found Rise of Skywalker just okay and clearly the lesser of the most recent Star Wars films. (Full Content Review f .. Screen It

Which leads us to one of the worst line readings in cinematic history, when Hayden Christensens Anakin laments: I dont like sand. Independent

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Star Wars films ranked worst to best 6. Independent

OK, the final episode isnt perfect. Youll nitpick it forever with your friends. But thats the point. Star Wars isnt a movie, its family. Were that clo .. Rolling Stone

The film has a surprisingly dark and violent tone thats thankfully lightened by offhanded banter, mainly between Finn and Poe. Shadows On The Wall

The Rise of Skywalker never feels like a film that knows the answer to the question raised in its predecessors; what is the overarching story of the t .. Pop Matters

Watch Video: Star Wars: Josh Gad Enlists The Mandalorian Cast, Celebrities to Pry Plot Secrets From Daisy Ridley The Rise of Skywalker is, without a d .. The Wrap

When the closing credits roll, youll be forgiven if you breathe a sigh of relief. News Day

The trouble is, although director J.J. Abrams does his darndest to finish the job, conjuring up nostalgia like a TV medium, Rise doesnt feel like the .. New York Post

I dont care if you win, I just want *redacted* to lose, they say. Hindustan Times

Which isnt the dig that Scorsese might have intended, by the way. ( Az Central

Despite some clunky chunks of exposition, the action rockets along, powered both by its need to be more spectacular than ever before and the scripts d .. Smh

Its an accretion a buildup of plotlines and characters that rolls toward its conclusion by dint of momentum lent to it by all thats come before. Npr

It doesnt do anything new or even terribly distinctive, but maybe it didnt have to. Npr

He tells the Scooby gang, who dont think theyre ready to save the world: Luke, Han, Leia, me. Star Tribune

A chapter I loved it, because it: pend expectations, demythologize the mythos, and an iconic series in a bold new direction with a story full of humor ..

Dio doesnt upstage series favourite droid C 3PO (Anthony Daniels), who gets increased screentime, with moments both humourous and poignant. Toronto Star

Abrams doesnt have Rian Johnsons belligerent daring, and this film lacks some of the clever visual grandeur that The Last Jedi had in spades. Q Network

Driver and Ridleys performances are sensational and make this film an interesting end to George Lucas beloved space opera. Daily Mail

Rose Tico, anti hero Zorii Bliss, droid D O, Lando Calrissian, and yes, even Finn doesnt have much to contribute to the overall narrative. Cinema Crazed

If you disliked The Last Jedi (like I did), youll like but probably not love The Rise of Skywalker. If you liked The Last Jedi, this review might not .. Salon

If youre hoping for more of the chemistry between Boyega and Kelly Marie Trans Rose Tico, youre out of luck. Slate

In the end, it feels like a film that has completely lost its nerve. Flim List

Despite its problems, its frequently entertaining (as long as you dont question things too much) and, occasionally, moving. Film Inquiry

Sprawling and satisfying, as nostalgic memories of flying on the Millennium Falcon continue...and, at least at Disneyworld, The Force will always be w .. Susang Ranger

The Rise of Skywalker entertains, it elicits laughters, and it makes you feel even as you snicker at some predictably basic and occasionally nonsensic .. Observer

However, maybe thats the point after the unwarranted and incessant hatred towards Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Flickering Myth

An incoherent mess. Almost like JJ went to finish off a trilogy that he left in the middle of. At least die hard fans will enjoy the fan service. Flickering Myth

And thats precisely the problem with Abrams, who while a talented stylist, isnt much of a writer, and was clearly bolstered significantly by Star Wars .. Flickering Myth

Its fun, action adventures, good fights, and ties everything upwhich its supposed to do. Flim Threet

The hermetic logic of the plot is as impeccable as it is ridiculous. Its a drama crafted with robotic insularity for the consumption of viewers being .. New Yorker

If you dont get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Time

But the reason why this one works (as opposed to the many editions which were overpowered by clanking machines) is because of the emotional connects i .. The New Indian Express

With noted disappointment and little surprise, J.J. Abrams finale doesnt just directly refute many of the ideas of its predecessorits brand of nostalg .. The Film Stage

It wraps up the trio of trilogies begun in 1977 in a confident, soothingly predictable way, doing all that cinematically possible to avoid poking the .. Chicago Tribune

The Rise of Skywalker isnt the worst Star Wars film, but it may be the most Star Wars film. Bullz-Eye

In terms of pure narrative, its satisfying. What it very rarely is is inspired. Boston Globe

Which, hey, I get if you dont like The Last Jedi, you might think thats a good thing. Uproxx

Though significantly less bad than George Lucass millennial prequels, the current trilogy struggles hello, Martin Scorsese to satisfy any worthwhile d .. The Irish Times

The Rise of Skywalker is a fitting epitaph for the thrills and limits of repetition; may it be the last episode of a saga that shouldve ended long ago .. The Atlantic

A fitting end for the trilogy that felt like a needlessly tacked on addition to a story that already had its perfect ending. Minus the updated swap of .. Lyles Movie Files

The first film retold A New Hope with a cast of very charming characters who felt like revisions more than creations. Birth Movies Death

Star Wars IX may be imperfect, but it offers nostalgia hounds the space odyssey of their dreams. Standard

Even a long time ago in a galaxy billions of light years away, the laws of reason would apply and these stories would be too ludicrous to be involving .. Tony Medley

There are several outstanding action set pieces and some gorgeously realized worlds. Pajiba

is the first time I feel like The Force is no longer with the franchise and the Darkside of corporate cookie cutter greed has proven to be victorious. Movie Freak

Rise of Skywalker simply feels like a shrug of the shoulders and a march into the expected. Detroit News

A hard to resist but creatively thin nostalgia machine, Abrams The Force Awakens overdosed on comforting callbacks, while Rian Johnsons divisive The L .. Groucho Reviews

Abrams has made a Star Wars movie aimed at the people who love it best. The Rise of Skywalker isnt perfect, but seen that way, it more than rises to t .. Cnn

I found The Rise of Skywalkers attempts to congeal the disparate elements from the previous eight chapters captivating. No, not every choice succeeds, .. Aisle Seat

good but flawed movie, and in the final estimation it definitely overcomes those flaws to provide an acceptable and entertaining conclusion to the Sky .. Forbes

The Rise of Skywalker is a bad movie and a miserable finale that serves no purpose other than to reassure (at least some) adult fans of the original S .. Forbes

Saddled with the daunting task of bringing the official Skywalker Saga to a definitive close, this ninth episode keeps switching between alternating s .. Herald Sun

It also doesnt help that both filmmakers have been mildly passive aggressive in recent interviews.) Consequence Of Sound

Is this what audiences demand from franchise movies Films that cater to whats comfortable and capitulates to the most unimaginative fans Vox

The tone shifts from light hearted humour and silliness to raw emotional intensity quite a bit and it doesnt always land well. Hey U Guys

As dicey as it all is narratively, Abrams milk earnest thrills out of acts of unity writ large, and find a corny emotional buoyancy in heartfelt reuni .. The Play List

Abrams maintains a certain dated filming technique, reminiscent of the first trio of films, while adding modern day computer graphics to breathlessly .. Scroll

Abrams and friends have made a film for the people who probably dont list The Last Jedi as their favorite entry, but its fan service that provides clo .. Film School Rejects

...while it has some fun moments, solid performances and striking imagery, its simply too procedural and soulless to be anything more than adequate. Film Ink

Lucasfilm The adventure is poorly defined and confusing, but Abrams doesnt expect us to be smart. Ner Dist

The elephant in the room here is that they accidentally made a real movie last time. So of course J.J. Abrams was brought back on board to make sure n .. Maki At The Movies

Of course fans will want to see it, whether to embrace it or criticize it, but its not likely to lead to demands to continue the story of the survivin .. Maki At The Movies

Clearly, its expected that this preamble occur, even if theres no need.

It is shocking, truly shocking, how abjectly The Rise of Skywalker fails. Even the prequels, as shoddy as they were, at least offered something approa .. Cine Vue

Other than Ridley and Drivers chemistry, though, there isnt a lot to like here or feel awed about. La Weekly

machine tooled by director JJ Abrams in his typical light speed style to please hardcore fans Mirror

And best of the best is the end of the end, a tear summoning scene that offers the perfect curtain drop. Games Radar

The Rise of Skywalker may deliver on the Star Wars nostalgia, but fails as a satisfying conclusion to this once epic franchise. You Tube

A very good Star Wars film. It has moments of greatness and is a fitting end to the trilogy. You Tube

Theres also a new droid by the name of D 0, who may be suffering from social anxiety but who doesnt look like hes going to swell the coffers at the me .. Raidió Teilifís Éireann

J.J. Abrams has pulled off the seemingly impossible and delivered one of the best films of the year, with a final scene that couldnt possibly be more .. Star Burst Magazine

Even the reliable, heart tugging emotional cues John Williams punchy score, Chewbaccas plaintive howl, and the inevitable cameos from old friends long .. Abc

Although the current run of films has struggled to live up to the mythic power of the original trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker comes pretty darn close, .. Nz Herald

The first act has to catch us up with a lot of characters, and it doesnt do it entirely smoothly. Digital Spy

The storytelling is solid, and at a time when the CGI in some films is downright embarrassing, the special effects are superb. Stl Today

Also, Finn seems to be focused on Rey (Daisy Ridley, a white Brit) in a way thats not entirely unromantic. The Stranger

In short, if you preferred the subversiveness of The Last Jedi over the paint by numbers of The Force Awakens, this isnt the film youre looking for. Cleve Land

Its a pitch perfect final act of the Skywalker saga, a nine movie franchise thats lasted four decades. Cleve Land

Sometimes the only difference between the stuff that works and the stuff that doesnt is the quality of the actors involved. Screen Crush

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is a fitting last movie. Its long; maddening; fun in bits; fantastic in parts; and so desperate to stir itself into l .. Ft

The ending makes no sense. It is, Im sorry to say, an outrageously dull watch, a monumental disappointment, and a flimsy finale to the Skywalker Saga. Independent Ie

George Lucas 1977 original A New Hope was hokey and badly written but had a kind of seat of the pants magic about it. It also had soul, something this .. Independent Ie

It might make no sense, but the goodies get to win, the baddies will always build a fatal flaw into their secret weapon and, even when you die, you st .. Stuff

Its very much time to put the Skywalkers to bed, at last, and free up the galaxy for entirely new possibilities. The force is strong with them, and al .. Ar Kansas Online

Trying to serve too many competing interests makes The Rise of Skywalker feel tame, but tame is probably what this series calls for as a crowd pleasin .. Film Racket

The end isnt as splendid as one might have wanted, but you can see more virtues than errors here.

Abrams is a purely visual narrator and works with functionality and integration, and the result is classicist and dynamic.

This isnt The Irishmananother, far more momentous cinematic closing of the book from 2019. Larsen On Film

The movie is too determinedly on its sweaty course, heedless of actual audience interest in its tunnel visioned quest to be broadly loved or, at least .. Vanity Fair

The Rise of Skywalker is epic, spectacular, surprising and, most importantly, brings its human stories to resolutions that brim with emotion. The Arts Desk

An enjoyable, emotional end to a saga that is such a huge part of our lives. May the Force we be with you, always. The Sun

Its how, at every moment Rey is on screen, Daisy Ridleys young scavenger turned enchanting woman warrior manages to be the animating spirit of this va .. Wsj

Again, core Christian themes of forgiveness and redemption come into play here. Matts Movie Reviews

The film offers a visual splendour unlike anything we have seen in recent times and one can watch it on repeat just for the extraordinary worlds on di .. FilmFare

Backtracking on the bold narrative choices of The Last Jedi, J.J. Abrams ends the Skywalker Saga with clumsy appeals to nostalgia and the conservative .. Daily Dot

A list of flaws as long as a lightsaber, but theres still plenty of majesty and power as Star Wars wraps up a 40 year saga. The Filmy Ap

Somehow were back to exactly where it all ended after Return of the Jedi. Those were the days. Patriot Ledger

Fans will find more to like about The Rise of Skywalker than dislike, and even in its faults there lies the joy of flying through a familiar universe .. Sltrib

Theres no spark; no joy; no life. If this truly is the end of the Skywalker Saga, what an ignoble end it is. Film

By the end, as the twin suns set on cinemas greatest ever sci fi series, its near impossible to hold back the tears. Scmp

Star Wars is at its best when its inspiring, but The Rise of Skywalker doesnt quite get that. Io9 Gizmodo

Driver is one of the best young actors in the world, but hes more convincing playing conflicted than pure, bone chilling evil. Chicago Sun Times

It isnt among the best of the Star Wars franchise, but it has just enough exhilarating thrills, strong performances, impressive visual effects, and a .. Nyc Movie Guru

The Skywalker Saga has been brought to an end, and sadly that was the only goal The Rise of Skywalker seemed to have. Punch Drunk Critics

Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) is back, and hes making ultimatums to all rebel (sorry, resistance) scum: surrender unconditionally or die screaming. Movie Crypt

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is a filet mignon of fan service, a film that checks every box. A few cheers will erupt. A tear or two may be shed. Y .. Movie Web

When we meet up with brash pilot Poe, hes lightspeed skipping his way out of trouble, and Abrams is in much the same mode, whisking you from one thing .. Sandiego Reader

While elements certainly shine, surprisingly poor storytelling really hurts what could have been a grand finale. We Live Entertainment

He doesnt go by the rulebook, doesnt think a second to break the law to get the things done, to nab the criminals. Film Companion

And for all its flaws, its a fun movie with some exemplary set pieces and sumptuous visuals: Its Star Wars! The Ringer

Its that Abrams isnt replacing The Last Jedis ideas with any of his own. The Ringer

It still is lots of fun for non zealots and comes close to capturing the awesome thrill of seeing George Lucas original in 1977, if not in any way mat .. Dead Line

J.J. Abramss mechanical, nonsensical Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker contains so many resurrections its a wonder Disney and Lucasfilm didnt push back .. Film Comment

The derivative Abrams, working for Disney, brings solid craftsmanship but no innovations to the franchise. Dennis Schwartz Reviews

But theres a chewy, gristlier edge to this largely competent dish. One Room With A View

Star Wars: The Rise of the Skywalker...the ultimate conclusion to a franchise started in 1977. Solzy At The Movies

Theres something really thrilling about seeing Rey as a full powered, fully fledged Jedi. The Shiz Nit

It ties up the franchise in a neat, tidy bow, to be sure. But it does so at the cost of its personality. Bitly

If thats all you want, The Rise of Skywalker will be enough, and you wont even think too hard about its many, many flaws. Bitly

If it is indeed the last word on the characters and settings that have spanned 40 years of movies, it is a handsome and bittersweet ending. Bitly

Abrams gives the saga one last epic push, delivering grand setpieces, derring do duels, and a classic tale of good versus evil. The Skinny

At its best... there are flashes of the old magic and even if the... climax doesnt inspire a similar sense of jubilation, thats fine. Scots Man

The gasping pace doesnt leave much time for contemplating plot holes, or noticing that the stakes feel lighter than ever, even though in theory, entir .. Polygon

In its imperfect way, Rise of Skywalker captures those endless endings perfectly. Polygon

The new class remains a likable lot; theyre the strongest element of this third trilogy. Film Avclub

This doesnt mean that Rise of Skywalker simply rehashes earlier Star Wars installments. The Verge

Director J.J. Abrams revisits worlds and echoes events from the sagas more beloved stories. Musical cues from John Williams iconic scores heighten the .. Post Gazette

The film doesnt only resolve plot threads left dangling in the new trilogy, its willing to explore some of the biggest thematic elements of the series .. Cbr

Palpatines unnecessary return necessitated a regression for Kylo, too. The Daily Beast

Whod have thought the filmmakers had so little confidence in their audience Whod have imagined the finished film would mirror the creative lethargy un .. The Ooh Tray

In trying to please everyone... Rise of Skywalker struggles to please anyone. Or Lando Weekly

It doesnt even have a clearly defined conflict and narrative situation. Alternate Ending

This isnt a flawless finale to the Skywalker Saga, but its one that will probably give the broadest cross section of Star Wars fans what they want whi .. Scifi Now

The Rise of Skywalker is an unwieldy mix of fan service, mystery unboxing, and actual, effective character moments. Lainey Gossip

I loved it. It was much better than Cats. Im going to see it again and again. Scifi Movie Page

And epic it indeed is, full of magnificent set pieces sprawling space battles and incandescent lightsaber duels gripping performances and a number of .. Seattle Times

So stepping back to look at the movie as a whole, I can say that its a satisfying experiencesometimes surprising, but all the more interesting when it .. The Mary Sue

In the end, I think one thing is fundamentally true about this sequel trilogy: the fact that they went in without a three movie plan, directors who we .. The Mary Sue

With lazy conventions and convolution, puddle deep platitudes and cheap nods to nostalgia, this saga concludes on a wildly unsatisfactory note. Fresh Fiction

Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker is an exciting, action packed film that should be proud of the ending that it is serving up. Black Girl Nerds

Like 2018s Ready Player One, nostalgia is the films oft used trump card, relying almost entirely on familiar visual or musical moments to trick you in .. Concrete Play Ground

No, we never wanted it to end. But if it had to, this is as good a way as any. National Post

The Rise of Skywalker pays dividends in fan service, and it pushes every nostalgic button on its dashboard. Its very funny, and by twists and turns in .. Bfi

With another billion dollar box office movie on the line, it feels as though Abrams plays things safe, finding ways to wind up loose ends, mollifying .. Original Cin

I think The Rise of Skywalker is poorly directed, terribly filmed, clumsily edited, lamely scripted (a perennial problem, that one) and badly acted. The Australian

While it lacks the more cohesive, streamlined storylines of its predecessors The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi, Skywalker is buoyed by always dazzli .. People

The Rise of Skywalker makes me comprehend the hatred that haters of The Last Jedi felt. Rendy Reviews

The Rise of Skywalker makes me comprehend the hatred that haters of The Last Jedi felt. Rendy Reviews

Im just assuming that the fact that Emperor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) isnt fully dead isnt even a secret any longer, and if you thought it was, well, .. Third Coast Review

If you hated this new trilogy, this movie isnt going to change your mind. Blacknerd Problems

Through J. J. Abramss visually inert busyness, it heralds the death of cinematic communication, if not narrative coherence National Review

This saga has been told and as a long time fan, Im very happy with the result. The circle is now complete. The New Paper

With Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Anthony Daniels, Naomi Ackie, Domhnall Gleeson, Richard E. Grant .. New City Film

With a talented cast, but confusing clashes of genre and comedic tones, its disappointing that nothing cooked in The Kitchen tastes particularly good. Winnipeg Free Press

Those who liked the last two films will not like this one as much. Those who were disappointed by those will like this one better. Movie Mom

These serials are allergic to risk because, in short, the intention is for the audience to sit in known territory. El Pais (Spain)

If hes not outright copying other, better work (Super 8, Star Trek 1 & 2, The Force Awakens), hes creating something as unchallenging and frequently d .. Cinema Sight

His slick finale gives die hards fans all the retro thrills theyve every dreamed off. Daily Star

Star Wars is, and has been, a very important and memorable part of my life and I must say that Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is the perfect ending .. Media Mikes

The Rise of Skywalker opens in hyperdrive and keeps on going! This is the ultimate E Ticket Ride for excitement, entertainment, and enjoyment!

I dont think Ill ever get tired of seeing that Star Wars logo appear, nor will I tire of hearing the familiar refrain of the John Williams score, know .. Qc Times

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker marks a stopping point for the films that began four years ago, and I find it to be a satisfactory conclusion. Fw Weekly

Also, please dont see The Rise of Skywalker for pointers on military strategy. Datebook Sfchronicle

For a movie predicated on satisfying fans, The Rise of Skywalker is a distinctly unsatisfying conclusion to what had been an imperfect but mostly good .. Ap News

he last chapter of Star Wars will be both deeply, immensely satisfying, and also not everything it could have been. Columbus Alive

Certainly, theres much about the picture that annoys and might even infuriate. Film Frenzy

Abrams opts for completeness rather than pacing... Still, this final movie concludes satisfyingly, with a mix of joy and sadness. Sf Examiner

We waited 42 years for laughable plot twists and fan service on steroids Hollywood Into To

Ridley and Boyega are stalwart, and Isaac brings wry personality to his role. Assignment X

...Disney can move on with the real work now, picking the bones of whatever ephemera we comfortably identify as being Star Wars and repackaging it car .. Spectrum Culture

This movie is an explosive, action packed visual feast that starts in the thick of things and doesnt let go. Mash Able

Step back a bit, and the truth is that Leias journey here doesnt entirely make sense. Mash Able

Is the final saga of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalkerworth the ride Hell yeah baby!!! With cameos from OGs and a new focus where the past meets the pr .. Wp Me

There is so little emotional value or purpose to the story as a whole that the conclusion just feels like a shallow imitation of the groundbreaking fr .. Culture

She doesnt seek heroic exploits but is heroic in her capacity for compassion and kindness to every creature she encounters. Mid West Film Journal

Even with its flaws, The Rise of Skywalker gave me a precious gift the chance to say goodbye...May the Force be with you. Always.

The film is not without thrills and is definitely an amusing jaunt for the most part once you dont think too hard about who, what or why. Film Ireland

I detested J.J Abrams Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (TROS). Its a shell of a film, more machine now than ever. A twisted wreck of fan service, mess .. Dark Horizons

If anything, the story is like a two hour plus highlight reel, loaded with action packed space battles, laser sword duels, and the return of the ultim .. Toledo Blade

The bones of what made the new era of the saga exciting the talented, appealing actors, the charming practical effects and creatures are still there, .. Thril List

Though The Rise of Skywalker doesnt have quite the abundance of it as The Last Jedi, where Johnson rammed something visually and/or conceptually inter .. Battleship Pretension

Rise of Skywalker feels more like a Disney theme park experience than an organic narrative. Cambridge Day

It is a grand entertainment for sure, even as we feel a scorecard is required and the uninitiated may feel lost in space. Entertainment Voice

Clunky and bit complex, JJ Abrams does the impossible with trying to end the Star Wars saga with the competent and enjoyable The Rise of Skywalker but .. The Only Critic

At the center of it all is Daisy Ridley as Rey. She is a true warrior and a credible heroine that we can all admire. Kaplan Vs Kaplan

Kelly Marie Trans Rosewho refreshed The Last Jediis put in the corner. Metro Active

I dont go into a Star Wars movie with the fear that my childhood will be ruined if the moviemakers give Boba Fett the wrong color headpiece, so for me .. Heral

While the movie side is in disarray the next offering isnt expected before the end of 2022 at the earliest the TV division is thriving. Review Journal

Its moving, at times, but also somewhat forgettable. The nostalgia is strong, even if the narrative force is weak. Film Festival Today

It all feels just a little underwhelming, but John Williams done to death score swells to hopefully convince you that you are indeed having an awesome .. Adelaide Review

I want to begin with saying that my labelling the experience an utter mess doesnt even mean I hate the film. Battle Royale With Cheese

Accompanying these mesmerizing action scenes, are state of the art, visually awe inspiring visual effects that left me speechless. Battle Royale With Cheese

After experiencing Donald Trump, Palpatine is corny not intimidating. Impulse Gamer

Question: When something happening in a single movie franchise now qualifies as historic, isnt it time to declare victory and stop writing these headl .. World Wng

Star Wars has been onscreen in some form for more than 40 years, and its sad that this hastily written film is where the saga ends. This movie could h .. Geek Girl Authority

The Skywalker saga comes to its disappointing end in this (supposedly) final chapter. Screen Zealots

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is clearly fan service, which is fine, but so much of it hammers home that its the end, it loses some of what makes a .. Hollywood News

As always, the flawless editing flashes through the breathtaking action sequences with zing and flair, animating skirmishes while enjoyably increasing .. Kdhx

has twisted a beloved series of movies about how anybody has the power to defeat evil to preach a sermon enshrining the divine right of kings. Critics Notebook

If Star Wars has been a part of your life like it has been mine then you have to see The Rise of Skywalker. The good news is that you will also be hap .. Kpbs

This is an exceedingly satisfying finale, as grandiose, intimate and sometimes genuinely surprising as many of the series most memorable moments. The Film File

Even if youre not a hardcore fan, theres enough visual wizardry to keep you entertained for the duration of its running time. Rajeev Masand

All in all, Star Wars: Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker wasnt my idea of a fitting end to a franchise many of us have grown up with and loved. Geeks Of Color

In the end, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is fine, it is mostly satisfying but unexpected or bold it is not. Esquire

An extravaganza of fan service, exposition, and leaden, McGuffin based plotting. There are some nice moments, though. Splice Today

The best part: The Empire Strikes Back is such a masterpiece that arguably the best plot twist in film history isnt even its highest high. Parade

Its somewhat artificial, a mid term film that abruptly closes the popular space opera saga.

An entertaining, yet disappointing finale to the Skywalker saga. Full review in Spanish

The Force was not with director/co writer J.J. Abrams, who attacks the franchise with everything hes got, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker still m .. L.A. Biz

It is Disney running back to the safety of nostalgia, capitulating to those who didnt like the new, and releasing a movie that could only be made in a .. Flixist

Much like 2020s other blockbuster grand finale, Avengers: Endgame, this one isnt about engaging with casual viewers, its about inviting devotees to wh .. Bbc

While this isnt the best of the Star Wars franchise, it certainly fairs better than Episode 1, 2 and 3. FlickDirect

Does the film answer some of the burning questions youve had since The Force Awakens came out in 2015 Yes. Will you like said answers Most likely, no. Gulf News

It contributes to a major cause, but this last entry feels like a fun adventure from start to finish, and thats what this world is all about. Its not ..

Theres not a minute wasted that isnt pushing the story onward, and the battle sequences littered throughout the movie are as pacy and exciting as youd .. Entertainment Ie

Something witless, soulless, and a colossally boring experience to boot. Patrick Nabarro

The script by Abrams and Chris Terrio has so much ground to cover that the enterprise becomes a manic exercise trying to fit in plot points while stuf .. Movies and Shakers

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker brings the mythic cinematic saga to a rousing conclusion. Metro Weekly

I didnt approach this film with a checklist of dos and donts. I just wanted to enjoy myself, and I did, albeit with reservations. I think the assets f .. Leonard Mal

A naked exercise in retrograde nostalgia that is perfectly content with playing the hits but fails to provide anything new or exciting. From the Front Row

Viewers will especially enjoy the opportunity to get last, fond looks at some of their favorite characters (Spoiler alert! Jar Jar Binks is not among .. At Home In Hollywood

Its a story thats frantic, frustrating and, most disappointingly, absolutely conventional in every possible way. Looking Closer

Although I cant recall a single lens flare, The Rise of Skywalker feels like a J.J. Abrams production. Showbiz Junkies

The Rise of Skywalker is one last look back, and while not triumphant, it is a satisfying end of an era. Stardem

Still, its all visually stunning, although Abrams doesnt quite achieve the stylish panache director Rian Johnson brought to The Last Jedi. ( Twin Cities

It tries to be everything to every kind of Star Wars fan, hurriedly wrapping up the saga in a convenient bow, but it instead often comes off as trite .. Alternative Lens

Intermittently exciting but mostly quite anticlimactic, The Rise of Skywalker walks back many of the revelations and story points of The Last Jedi, ma .. Chesapeake Family

Whereas Johnsons The Last Jedi had been daring, exciting, and encapsulated everything that makes Star Wars great, The Rise of Skywalker brings the tri .. The Blus Pot

The Rise of Skywalker is so scared of doing something wrong that, by the end, it doesnt do much at all. Film Monthly

It is, at best, fine. And thats really what you want in a conclusion to a beloved, sometimes personality defining series that has spanned more than 40 .. The Reader (Omaha, NE)

As all our questions are eventually answered, Driver and Ridley never let us forget what drives their characters: the closure of identity. Maddwolf

To be clear up front: Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker is not a bad film. Its fun! Sort of. Its satisfying! Kind of. Its... a bit all over the place. Gq Magazine

A messy, yet satisfying conclusion, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker fails to take the risks it could have, but still offers a gratifying and sentimen .. The Jam Report

In the bargain he skips paying attention to letting The Rise Of Skywalker acquire a life and logic of its own. Ndtv

Without risk or sophistication, but with evident soundness and professionalism, one can say that J.J. Abrams arrives to the finish line having properl .. La NaciÃ³n (Argentina)

It is an act of cowardice that sees a beloved nine film saga sputter to a hugely disappointing and unaffecting end. Congratulations, internet. You kil .. Student Edge

The film could have ended with a bigger bang, but it is still largely entertaining nonetheless.

Its a flawed, messy film but it recaptures the spirit of adventure I love in Star Wars. rachelsreviews.net

The Rise of Skywalker is the Weakest and Most Unengaging Installment of the New Trilogy Worldo Free L

The Rise of Skywalker eases its viewers into comfortable resignation and uncomplicated callbacks meant to pacify and not injure. 812 Film Reviews

As a saga concluding effort, The Rise of Skywalker isnt the roaring, perfect send off wed hoped for but its still a fun, sometimes exhilarating, adven .. What I Watched Tonight

But and this is a big but Abrams film just doesnt gel together as a pleasing whole. Indie London

The Rise of Skywalker is victim to bungled character arcs and miffed logic partially because the new trilogy simply doesnt operate as such. Silver Screen Riot

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker has several mind blowing revelations & action from beginning to end. Ties everything together in a neat little bow wh .. Mama's Geeky

Abrams and company is sloppily pulling strings to reach their safe conclusion of sacrifice, faith, and convenience. It admittedly works regardless of .. Jaredmobarak

But in between all of the galaxy hopping and doodad hunting, theres some great Star Wars here.

Neither Abrams nor Johnson, who have more than proven their skills as filmmakers on other occasions, are guilty of a trilogys failure that, of course, .. El antepenÃºltimo mohicano ..

Besides Palpatine, theres another Scooby Doo run through an Imperial (sorry, First Order) vessel, another(!) Houston Press

While the plotlines arent really surprising, theyre not entirely predictable either. Digital Journal

It corrects its course in a deeply fearful way, to the point it distrusts the audience. Brightest Young Things

The Rise of Skywalker has its issues and J.J. Abrams plays it too safe, but it remains an entertaining film that families and friends can enjoy togeth .. The Hollywood Outsider

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker has its moments but as the finale that this super successful franchise, it fundamentally buckles under fan anticipati .. Flick Feast

An accomplished end to a culturally significant saga, but lets hope we can now draw a line. Metro News

A series of undeniably successful action and emotional sequences add up to an engaging conclusion, even with a number of missteps. ComicBook.com

A gracious exit to the sags George Lucas unveiled 42 years ago. The nostalgic and sentimental film isnt concerned with breaking new ground as it is wi .. Victoria Advocate

Ill just say that its a film that makes you feel all your feelings, especially if youve already got a hole in your heart, and who doesnt have a hole i ..

Episode IX gets the job done, but its not very nimble or inventive. Daily Telegraph

It is exciting, action packed, visually impressive, lightly humorous and poignantly emotional. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)

I had fun watching The Rise of Skywalker on opening night. But afterwards, during the traditional fan debates in the lobby, there were questions. As m .. Memphis Flyer

The Rise of Skywalker does what it needs to do in 2019 to be able to survive.

Like a ride in the Millennium Falcon: Rickety, often misguided and often seeming like its about to fall apart at any moment. But the sucker sure does .. K Gun 9

Theres a good aesthetic justification, so I dont feel as frustrated with them as when theyre applied carelessly (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Incre .. Vanyaland

Photo Lucasfilm/Lucasfilm Ltd. The Rise of Skywalker moves fast, it doesnt sit around with a lot of quiet moments in comparison to the more cerebral T .. idobi.com

Stuff happens thats objectively spectacular and objectively kinda cool. CNET

Occasionally charming, relentlessly entertaining and undeniably overstuffed. Book & Film Globe

I dont want to sound like a killjoy, because The Rise of Skywalker is all kinds of fun. But its biggest drawback is Abrams obsequious desire to give f .. That Shelf

Hyperspeed action and stunning effects fuel this satisfying sci fi adventure. Movie Reviews Cinemaclips

Star Wars ends with a whimper, not the royal farewell the franchise deserved. Play Boy

Theres a poetic touch to Abrams conclusion that makes Rise of Skywalker a thematically satisfying finish. Denton Record-Chronicle

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is two hours and twenty one minutes of exposition dialogues explain, in excruciating detail, everything someone or so .. Awards Watch

They could play John Williams ominous Imperial March over scenes of Uncle Deadly from the Muppets lobbing Green Goblin pumpkin bombs at Scrat the sabe .. Nc Register

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the final entry in the series nine film Skywalker story, is the cinematic equivalent of Anakin and Obi Wan landing t .. Nashville Scene

The Rise of Skywalker is a near perfect close to the sequel trilogy that drives home the message of the franchise: hope. But Why Tho? A Geek Commun ..

Theres something very off about The Rise of Skywalker. It sort of all just happens. There was no build up, no suspense. Theres nothing to experience a .. Smash Cut Reviews

The movie can entertain from beginning to end as long as you adjust your expectations. Some scenes have good ideas, are visually impressive, and are k .. Cocalecas

Overall, The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of the Skywalker prove, if anything, you cant go home again. Ready Steady Cut

A messy, and ultimately underwhelming experience, but one that feels so desperate to please that the sense you leave with is not one of anger or annoy .. The Hollywood News

This franchise succeeds when it melds mythic archetypes, swashbuckling adventure and, yes, low key ripping off other movies. About Boulder

o much of The Rise of Skywalker appears impossible, even likely improbable, until it happens and then, once more, we are returned to a childlike state .. Elements of Madness

A marked qualitative step down from its immediate predecessor, but it nonetheless ably closes the book on the Skywalker Saga (for now) and proves the .. Zaki's Corner

When it comes to a franchise as near and dear to our hearts as Star Wars, I think most people will be happy that reward was valued more than risk. Movie Show Plus

The writers should have built a new foe, rather than rehash an old one. Wtop

Ultimately, that image you see of Dark Rey is a red herring, it doesnt really serve any purpose at all, which is hugely disappointing.

If theres one thing that will stay with me, its Drivers performance as Ren. Business Insider

My first and primary recommendation on The Rise of Skywalker is this: dont bother watching unless you have already done your homework.

There really isnt a lot more to say about this, except CUT IT OUT! Movie City News

An intense and extremely emotional experience that falls apart when analysed. Its not a disaster, but it works better emotionally than rationally. Cinencuentro

Its called The Rise of Skywalker, but if anything, its a death knell for the Skywalker saga. Gadgets360

The Rise of Skywalker is thrilling, emotional, and poignant. It really is the perfect ending to the Skywalker Saga. Mad About Movies Podcast

Thrilling, charming, at times cheezy like all Star Wars films convenient, and wonderful throughout. Kudos to Ridley for putting a daunting franchise o .. Mad About Movies Podcast

It is by far the weakest out of the new trilogy, and what should have been a triumphant end to the saga, The Rise of Skywalker just ends in bitter dis ..

It feels long, tiring and at times it doesnt deliver anything that can bristle the skin. Excelsior

There are tropes that I found frustrating, inconsistent...whatever you have going on, please let us know so we can watch accordingly! Double Toasted

Leave it to Abrams to procure more mystery boxes, but maybe this time it was one too many. El Mundo (Spain)

The Rise Of Skywalker is like a hyperactive three year old filled with boundless energy and often entertaining, but mostly messy and directionless. Movies 8 My Life Blog Spot ..

The Rise of Skywalker is less concerned with resolving a plot than it is with making you feel. J.J. Abrams can get emotion from Star Wars even if it d .. Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker features some very strange pacing, odd structure, and is likely the least cinematic of the new era of films but still ..

Imperfect as it is, The Rise of Skywalker often feels like being wrapped up in a warm blanket. Its not a risky venture, but it has enough heart to pow .. Tor.com

Like so many, my love for this franchise will remain undiminished, even if this Skywalker finale wasnt the film Id been looking for. Newshub (NZ)

The film certainly isnt lacking in thrills, surprises or plot twists, and is unquestionably enjoyable in the heat of the moment but there are so many .. The Lamplight Review

While the film is certainly messy and manic, fans should take a breath and see it for themselves theres a lot to like (and even love) in The Rise of S .. The Lamplight Review

Abrams honors Fishers legacy in a way that feels vital to the narrative. Ian Thomas Malone

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is a finale that is both enthralling and frustrating. One can only hope that future Star Wars films can explore whate .. CultureMap

The Rise of Skywalker is a laughably bad movie peppered with the occasional moments that dont suck as much as the rest of them. Tucson Weekly

But its safe to say that The Rise of Skywalker doesnt offer any real surprises other than the deaths of some familiar characters and the resurrection .. Spokane7

The sprint to the finish leaves the audience with a movie that has more in common with Transformers than Return of the Jedi. We Boughta Blog

Sadly,is a shallow, mostly disappointing effort terrified to upset anyone and determined to play it safe for a finale which feels low on stakes and de .. ComicBookMovie.com

The action is, admittedly, pretty spectacular for the most part, with space battles, lightsaber duals and speeder chases galore. ComicBookMovie.com

Episode IX is packed with Star Wars mumbo jumbo & lots of fan satisfying CGI. Speaking on behalf of non fans, I thank The Force. Its done. Over. Finis .. Kxl

It just wont hold up against the upper echelon of films in the Star Wars canon and could be forgotten once the inevitable spinoffs hit theaters.

I find its lack of faith in its audience, in its predecessors, in itself disturbing.

Try as they might, it doesnt feel like hope, and it doesnt feel like rebellion. Boulder Weekly

This lackluster continuation of a saga that has been a part of generations pulls at our nostalgic heartstrings, but even this isnt enough to keep us f .. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..

As a result, I got hit pretty hard on an emotional level at several key junctures. Asheville Movies

The Rise of Skywalker is a complicated blend of contradictions. It lacks the balance it desperately seeks as it entertains and disappoints with equal ..

...a barely coherent series of nostalgia inducing but ultimately meaningless references that even a bad fan fiction writer would find indulgent. The Pop Break

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is a film full of unoriginal action and fight sequences. La NaciÃ³n (Costa Rica)

The Rise of Skywalker wont totally squander the good will Star Wars has rebuilt with its latest trilogy (dont worry, theres no stiff George Lucas dial .. Exclaim!

A good, explosion and spaceship filled time at the cinema, but instead of a brave new direction, it was the same old stuff recycled. Ah well, still be .. hoganreviews.co.uk

This film is a satisfying conclusion. And so, faithful film fans, enjoy this last installment of the Star Wars films as we have known them. Phantom Tollbooth

Skywalker is expensive, general, family entertainment; galaxies away from original and inspiring. Texas Art & Film

Dont blame the beloved and still entertaining characters for falling further and further into the grip of the Dark Side of Corporate Sith Overlords wh ..

While this final installment falls short in comparison to its predecessors, it was never going to be perfect, and Im happy I got to see light win one .. Screen Queens

A succession of decisions aimed at mitigating fans malicious whims.

There is a lot to love here, especially if you are a fan of the original trilogy... Movies 4 Kids

Cartoonish and absurd, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is the film that fans demanded but not the one the franchise deserves. Times Herald

In the weeks leading up to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the message was clear, Were going to answer your questions. Its true. They did. A lot of .. Hypable

After Johnsons thrillingly progressive take on the material, The Rise of Skywalker feels like the ultimate letdown.

Luckily, Rey finds another one in about five minutes rendering the previous hour pretty much pointless. SF Crowsnest

The Rise of Skywalker is a pitiful attempt to wrap up all nine films, an experience so whittled down by the corporate process that it falls completely .. The Filtered Lens

Then, theres the ill fated decision of reviving Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) in The Rise of Skywalker, which feels more like forceful fan service than a .. Casey's Movie Mania

Panders so much to the fans that anything that should feel remotely heartfelt comes off as inauthentic service. This is Film

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker often touches the childlike innocence often lost amongst cynical adults.

Protagonists react in ways that never matter to us at all because they do not serve their development as characters, but rather the preparation of the ..

J.J. Abrams had the arduous task to tie up loose ends not just for The Rise of Skywalkers two predecessors, but the entire Saga. Pop Culture Leftovers

More than that, The Force Awakens felt like a movie about something. Jamaica Gleaner

This is what happens when an artist lends his voice to the pre approved, sanitized discourses of big corporations that, in order to not offend anyone, ..

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is an emotionally charged, visually stunning, and action packed close to the epic story that still manages to disappo .. The Movie Blog

The Rise of Skywalker wasnt a total bust. If you hated The Last Jedi, you might even love it. But its hard for me to see it as a successful third inst .. The Beat

Thats due to the fact that there isnt one cohesive element that is central to the trilogy. Shake Fire

If this new series is coming, they need to take some risks and stick to it...backtracking like this does no service to the genre. Podomatic

But director J.J. Abrams, working from a script he co wrote with Chris Terrio, keeps things moving fast enough over the 141 minutes that there isnt mu .. Houston Chronicle

Its about new kids fighting their parents fight, because thats what the fans want to see them do. Gq

As someone who has spent most of my life loving this franchise, with a career that has been often based around it, I left happy. VitalThrills.com

It is the definition of derivative which makes The Rise of Skywalker a copy of a copy: faint, transparent, hazy on the details. VitalThrills.com

All the Joseph Campbell deconstruction and study of those stories roots itself in Star Wars. VitalThrills.com

Abrams heart is clearly in the right place, but hes supplanted the curiosity Johnson brought to the table with franchise fatigue. Miamiartzine

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is a lot of fun, a genuine achievement and a great way to spend a couple of hours at the theater... But once the star .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..

It was entertaining and ended up giving me more than I expected, but I wast expecting much.

Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver have both honed their individual characters and chemistry to a very strong place, and their scenes together are easily th ..

So Rise will work for lots of folks. But what once felt expansive now feels hermetic, referring only to itself. That happens sometimes, even to famili .. Austin 360

Apparently hes so NOT dead after all, in fact hes been a puppet master to Snoke, Supreme Leader of The First Order. FlixChatter Film Blog

Jam packed with action and plot, The Rise of Skywalker gets bogged down with exposition and tying up loose ends. Richard Crouse

With a couple nostalgic twists and turns, this newest and very long final installment will be as memorable as The Phantom Menace. Reel Honestre Views

The relationship between Rey and Kylo, and their increasingly romantic tension, isnt just a major plot point in The Rise of Skywalker, its pretty much .. A Reel of One's Own

(Like the) Falcon... in the film, the nigh impossible task of trying to please (most) everybody is navigated with finesse amidst the bombast of a fitt .. Colbybryant.com

The Rise of Skywalker really sidelines is the originality that would have made this a fitting conclusion in favor of servicing a particular type of fa .. Lenoirauteur

Lucasfilm Ltd.) If that wasnt enough, theres another even more powerful presence at play. Cbc

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will not satisfy everyone. However, J.J. Abrams does a beautiful job of restoring hope to a fan base and world that n .. Lola Lambchops

Skywalker is expensive, general, family entertainment; galaxies away from original and inspiring. Galveston Daily News

The changing of Reys origins really hinders the kind of epic conclusion this could have been. Next Best Picture

Its a film that tries to please everyone and, in doing so, crams so much into its harried story that it seldom feels inspired. Deep Focus Review

If you think Lost was about a polar bear, youll find flaws in Episode IX. But if you understand that ending, youll understand this one. Some themes ar .. Ff2 Media

It was fine, and hopefully means that we can start fresh with whatever Lucasfilm has on the docket for the future of this franchise. Complex

Characters operate on one or two wildly unsophisticated levels: shouting plot details at one another or shouting reheated platitudes at one another. Isolated Nation

Not so much a continuation, but a tangent, an almost complete erasure of the bold choices made by Rian Johnson which dared to expand the series horizo .. PrÃ³xima Tanda

But think of STAR WARS as a rock n roll band thats been playing for forty years.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker provides an action packed, emotional, & thrilling ending to the Saga. While the film takes the safer route at points, .. CinemaDebate

Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker is a Star Wars film which should give fans everything they could hope for and more.

Bringing the Skywalker saga to a close, Abrams delivers an action packed, emotionally charged and a fitting denouement to this trilogy. The Jewish Chronicle

A finale needs to be epic, and Episode IX brings about a long overdue increase of scope. Super Hero Hype

I dont mean to say that this is a garbage film, but its not a good film. Its a lazy, sloppy, presumptuous movie that shows no respect whatsoever for f .. Cine Gods

You dont need a reason to see The Rise of Skywalker, but if you did, it would be Daisy Ridley. Her fierce commitment to playing Rey with integrity, in .. Film Mafia

Twenty four hours later, I can already feel most of that movie evaporating from my memory... France 24

Even the material surrounding The Last Jedis release, barely a year old, supported Johnsons bold democratization of the Force; the book Women of the G .. Strange Harbors

If you loved TFA then you should enjoy Episode IX, though I dont think youll love it as much. Insider

The crux of this dense narrative is a string of reveals that work at the cost of coherence and continuity with everything that has come before. Phawker

It turns out there isnt new darkness or new lightjust the same old battle on franchise repeat. Christian Century

This overpacked trilogy capper favors sprinting set pieces instead. 25YL (25 Years Later)

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker isnt especially thoughtful on a narrative level nor is it especially memorable visually. Chicago Cinema Circuit

Adam Driver as Kylo Ren/Ben Solo is the best thing the sequel trilogy gave us. The film has way too many flaws, but my fandom couldnt help to enjoy ev .. Seventh Art Studio

Chaotic at times. Ruined with swear words & scenes too scary for kids. BUT, Episode IX brings balance to the force within all of us. And I think thats ..

A thrilling conclusion to the Skywalker Saga that offers action, emotion and humour, while finding the right balance in appealing to both old and new .. Hero Collector

A mix of epic filmmaking with stunning special effects that overcome the breakneck pace of a sloppy first hour, Skywalker falls somewhere between the .. Akron Beacon Journal

It leaves many questions unanswered, a feeling of dissatisfaction deep in your stomach, and a strange sense of paralysing disappointment. Outtake Mag

It should never be so clear to audiences that something in the filmmaking process has gone so terribly wrong. GameSpot

This means that The Rise of Skywalker doesnt truly satisfy anyone either. Queer.Horror.Movies.

The Rise of Skywalker Review: Daisy Ridley & Adam Drivers film is fan service which enthralls

Its largely simplistic and derivative, i.e. standard issue Abrams. Chatham News + Record (NC) ..

Though the movie doesnt have the courage to risk anything, it still finds itself in the enjoyable safe space of being a perfectly decent Star Wars mov ..

The fights are phenomenally coordinated and entertaining to watch. The Black Cape

Spectacularly grows its already developed characters, delivers on epic action, and concludes a saga that has spanned decades. EskimoTV

What we got was a decent film, but not one to carry the torch of the Star Wars legacy. Korea Herald

She navigates these sharp turns well, steering Rey towards a plausible if unsatisfying conclusion. City Am

After 42 years, the original sagas story arc has come to a close, and it winds up doing it in a solid (if imperfect) fashion and does so while marchin ..

Its still as much fun as ever because nostalgia and exhilarating glee rule the day. Weekend Special Co Za

The Pros The Rise of Skywalker is a movie determined to please its viewers. Rave Reviews

Picture Jimmy Olsen always asserting that hell be there for Superman, and thats Finn. Art House Film Wire

It doesnt just feel like a culmination of indulgent cinematic excess but a cautionary bulwark against it. Cultural Conversation

While its flaws are evident, it never quite derails, and the high points pull it back from the brink that its continually threatening to careen off of ..

The point here, I guess, is that repetition isnt a glitch in the Star Wars universe its a feature.

At least the prequel films feel like theyre all telling a cohesive story.

You leave the movie feeling that it wasnt great but, you know, you enjoyed it. Edge Media Network

A reveal involving Rey isnt special at all if youve read any conspiracy theories since The Force Awakens and effectively situates her as another Luke .. FanSided

The Rise of Skywalker is baroque, ornamental fun that flashes its resplendent, sprawling universe. Glue Magazine

And theres plenty of it, almost as if Abrams wanted to wipe away some of the less Star Warsy choices made by writer director Rian Johnson in The Last .. MeierMovies.com

The final installment in the Star Wars saga, The Rise of Skywalker, is a fitting end to more than four decades of storytelling.

I love every overstuffed moment, every unexpected narrative turn. SooToday.com

This final installment does exactly what fans of the series want it to ... allowing nostalgia and some fun, fast, flirty fight sequences to close up a .. KOMO News (Seattle)

The Rise of Skywalker earns much of its affection with cameos, callbacks and other candy that will be best savored upon repeat viewings. The Know Denver Post

Abrams knows when and how to play the nostalgia card without getting intoxicated with it, allowing us to say goodbye to the heroes of the original sag .. A Simple Vista

After delivering such a brilliant cinematic masterpiece, Rian Johnsons excellent story telling was ignored, negated and just plain disrespected by JJ. She Likes Movies

Like most long standing franchises this installment is like Marmite you are either going to love it or hate it....and we loved it. Indie Mac User

The film is a relentless thrill ride with some of the best set pieces In the entire Disney trilogy.

A disjointed, rushed, and incohesive mess of fan service and B genre plotting.

Lacks the outright fun and originality of the previous episodes, but it achieves its goal of providing big scale closure. Crum on Showbiz

However, what follows, while satisfying on certain levels, suffers from a tirade of problems that will leave many frustrated. Flip Screen

A noteworthy farewell to the Skywalker saga, with the heart and action we have come to love from the Star Wars franchise. Fangirl Freakout

TROS didnt do anything that other films and TV shows havent, shoehorning a small but pleasant queer moment in wherever was convenient. Is too little, .. Pride.com

Questions about how Palpatine survived Return of the Jedi, how he found the time to raise a family, somehow still everything about Snoke theres plenty ..

This movie has important ideas and lessons that need to be taught, and this movie accomplishes that. Filmotomy

However, as visually impressive as the film is, its the quiet moments that resonate. The film wows you, but more importantly, it moves you. Npaper Wehaa

The Rise of Skywalker is a satisfying and spectacular end to the third trilogy. The Canberra Times (Austra ..

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