But the problem with that statement is that this is a sequel in a very disjointed trilogy, and any connections to help make it feel more connected should be a welcome change.
Not only is it a sequel in a trilogy. It’s also the final chapter in a nine film series.
Plus, like others have stated, you can still have Rey be all Helen Lovejoy about the stakes while also tying back and using iconography from the previous movie to hammer that point home.
Anyways, that is some amazing work you guys! I agree with Sherlock though about re-structuring to have it so Rey turns at the mention of Skywalker plus maybe extending the shot a little with a close-up of the show.