But Rey’s introduction was also an all-timer. The first third of that movie, really, is just great.
This. This. This. This.
Like seriously, the first third of TFA, especially Rey’s introduction, is just beautiful. Part of why I left the theater feeling like I really enjoyed it (an amazing first third, and an ok 2/3), but still feeling underwhelmed and I think it was because of how awesome that first third was.
Great point, I think that’s about where I land as well. The first third is super exciting and new, and the rest is just… short of the mark a bit. Storywise. The characters carry us through all that at least.