I finally watched this edit and just wanted to praise the good job done throughout.
There’s several cuts I wouldn’t have made but if this version had been what I saw in the cinema I wouldn’t have felt anything was lacking.
After reading the cut list a few months back I went in thinking the early “who talks first?” scene wasn’t going to work. I really love Poe’s line but, honestly, the way that you edited it plays perfectly and the quiet moment you’ve created actually enhances the scene. Ditto for the edit right at the end - I adore the scene with Luke and that was the only way the movie could possibly end but after seeing how well this works I’m changing my opinion.
Loved hologram Snoke and the other subtle effects tweaks you did. I liked how you handled the Rathtars too. The Kylo/Ben reveal worked out far better than I thought it would as well. There’s enough mystery for it to be a surprise but also enough information if you go back for it not to feel like a cheap trick.
I could go on, but suffice it to say that I thought it was a really impressive fan edit. Well done! I’m looking forward to your Rogue One edit even more now (if I ever figure out how to download it that is!!)