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The Rian Johnson directorialStar Wars: The Last Jediwas a film that ignited mixed reactions from fans, mainly because it dared to challenge conventions and subvert expectations. But this resulted in a divide in the fandom, and years after its release in 2017, they discuss it just as passionately.
For some fans, the bold reinvention was an absolute masterpiece, while others felt like it tainted the franchise’s legacy. Adam Driver’s portrayal of Kylo Ren also received a lot of backlash and was one of the many talking points. But in recent years, the criticism by fans has gone out of hand!
Fans labelThe Last Jedito be the worstStar Warsfilm
All the debates aboutThe Last Jedihave mainly occurred on social media, where fans keep revisiting the film and expressing their grievances. Few were also bitter about having to wait for nearly 3 decades to see Luke Skywalker as a Jedi master but being completely disappointed by the film.
“the rise of skywalker” was the first movie i ever walked out of trying to convince myself it was good. i was so blindsided by how bad it was i couldn’t comprehend it. when i left the last jedi, i immediately bought tickets to see it again the following day.https://t.co/bq4TyHK9jT
The last Jedi is the worst Star Wars film ever made. Look at that audience score. 41%pic.twitter.com/6BrNN6Dg4r
Young people won’t understand this, because Star Wars is so ubiquitous, but I waited 34 fucking years to see Luke Skywalker as a Jedi master. Watching this train wreck opening day, I felt so nauseated, just personally betrayed.
Such comments echo the sentiments of fans who were dissatisfied with the film’s portrayal of Luke, claiming it undermined the character’s legacy. One fan also highlighted the below-average audience score of the film on rotten tomatoes. But a few jumped in and defended the film, putting forth the argument that people are allowed to have differing opinions.
This is absolutely the wrong take.This was the last Star Wars film to truly surprise and dig into something deeper – beyond fan service, and still keep the spirit of what Star Wars is about.
Adam Driver’sKylo Ren, often seen as a successor to Darth Vader, has also become a lightning rod for criticism. While Driver’s performance was widely praised, some fans believe the character fell short of living up to Vader’s iconic stature, labeling him all kinds of things from overdramatic to incoherent.
WhyThe Last Jediis one of the best films in the newStar Warstrilogy
Amid all the backlash, many still believe thatThe Last Jediis a beautiful film and it deserves to be appreciated. Rian Johnson, the visionary, was unapologetic when it came to introducing new themes of legacy, failure, and self-discovery.
Luke Skywalker’s arc, which is often demeaned by the haters, is much appreciated and celebrated for its depth by people who wholeheartedly support the trilogy.Mark Hamilldid justice to the ‘fallen hero finding redemption’ narrative and was as amazing as Luke Skywalker. He effortlessly showcased the pressure that one feels due to the weight of living up to something larger than themselves, in his case, it was a mythic legacy.
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The throne-room battle, Vice Admiral Holdo’s sacrifice, and more such moments are highlights ofThe Last Jedi. The storytelling is quite daring and Adam Driver’s performance suits the themes of the enduring saga, even if some might not agree. The movie undeniably pushes the boundaries of what aStar Warsfilm could be, and it still ignites discourse amongst passionate fans, thus keeping the franchise alive in the public consciousness.
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
