Category Archives: The Rise of Skywalker

What did The Last Jedi leave behind?

Posted on January 4, 2020 by Matt Wedel

As much enjoyment as I’ve gotten from TLJ in the past (see this and this), I am coming to hate it more and more. Yes, J.J. Abrams left whoever was coming after TFA with a lot of mystery boxes–Rey’s parents, … Continue reading →

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The inevitable Rise of Skywalker hangover

Posted on December 28, 2019 by Matt Wedel

I didn’t see any of the Original Trilogy films during their original theatrical runs. The first time I saw a Star Wars movie on the big screen was the release of the Special Editions in 1997. I wasn’t crazy about … Continue reading →

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More Rise of Skywalker spoilage

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Matt Wedel

Just got back from a second viewing. I loved it. Biggest thing on my mind is that now that I’ve had a chance to pay attention to it, it’s obvious that Finn is Force sensitive. (1) At least three times … Continue reading →

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Spoileriffic first thoughts on The Rise of Skywalker

Posted on December 20, 2019 by Matt Wedel

Okay, seriously. Spoilers are coming. Maybe a lot of them. Want to jump out, this is your last chance. Well, that was pretty goll-durn satisfying. I just saw it for the first time earlier this evening, and I’m still processing, … Continue reading →

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