Originally posted by Darth ThorThe risks are far greater than the rewards, I think. Exploring the underworld could be done in far more interesting and novel ways (like a bounty hunter movie, or maybe a crime syndicate gang movie) instead of through an already existing character that doesn’t really need a backstory—particularly a character as classic and iconic as Han Solo.
@ Joker: Was not sarcasm kid.For those who grew up on the OT this film was probably the most popular spin off idea back in the day. Thats why its projecting huge.
Plus its great to get a break from Jedi/Sith, and go into the underworld a bit. Get a few bounty hunters/smugglers and so forth.
Additionally, even beyond the character’s story necessities (or lack thereof), anyone that takes Harrison Ford’s place will absolutely pale in comparison (and this already seems obvious from Alden Ehrenreich’s performance in the trailers). If Han Solo can’t even be portrayed with the proper charisma and gravitas like he should have, how is this movie going to do the character any justice? A performance that rivals Ford’s is required for the audience to remember the character with the reverence and love inspired by Ford. Otherwise, Ehrenreich’s performance will be forgettable at best, character-demolition at worst.
There are just so many other characters and concepts to delve into that would actually refresh Star Wars and have a better likelihood of positive reception from fans. It’s like, why is this story being told? Is this just another nostalgia play? Does Han Solo really need a backstory? I don’t think so, personally, but if you’re into it, whatever—enjoy yourself. I just hope Kathleen Kennedy steers the ship into more uncharted waters in the future (like she did quite well with Rogue One).
I'm sure his backstory would have been explained, so asking "does he really need one?" Seems a little weird...unless you're meaning it in movie form for the general audience.
That said, it looks to me like they might gloss over some details which made the HS novels interesting(at least to me), ontop of just omitting Gallandro who was a pretty awesome character and sort of wall for Han.
There's also the issue that this movie might not be as rough as the novels portrayed Han's upbringing, might be a little downer there too.
Originally posted by DarthAnt66
We haven't really seen the Jedi/Sith since 2005, lol.The ST is not Force-user friendly.
They technically are in that they're making it so anyone can use the Force super easily. The new canon in general does although to be fair Ezra had a bunch of training at the very least.
Originally posted by TheNuisanceBird
They technically are in that they're making it so anyone can use the Force super easily. The new canon in general does although to be fair Ezra had a bunch of training at the very least.
Well it's not like the previous Canon had it so becoming a Force User was hard, seeing as those on backwater worlds had such power...although granted they did experiment and develop their power so it wasn't just handed to them as just being able to do it, trial and error all that noise...but still.
Originally posted by Zenwolf
Well it's not like the previous Canon had it so becoming a Force User was hard, seeing as those on backwater worlds had such power...although granted they did experiment and develop their power so it wasn't just handed to them as just being able to do it, trial and error all that noise...but still.
That's fair. But Rey's usage of the Force is something we've never seen before and they haven't done a good job at explaining her powers.
They explained it pretty succinctly in TLJ: she was picked by the force to challenge Snoke/Kylo's growing dark side power. She's essentially an avatar of the force' will.
The writers were trying to go with the OT's implication that using the force is more about strength of character, compared to the PT interpretation that the force is akin to a natural talent that can be honed with practice.
That said I agree that the explanation is junk. I didn't like the sterile and scientific interpretation of the force in the PT, but earning power through struggle and growth is an important part of the hero's journey and Rey basically skipped that entire process. Her strength feels undeserved.
Originally posted by Tzeentch👆
That said I agree that the explanation is junk. I didn't like the sterile and scientific interpretation of the force in the PT, but earning power through struggle and growth is an important part of the hero's journey and Rey basically skipped that entire process. Her strength feels undeserved.
Originally posted by Darth ThorIn a fictional universe in which we get the force stfu you don’t grasp Star Wars. Kylo REN was also spiritually weakened due to killing his father and injured by Chewie. Context you insufferable imbecile.
Its already been explained to you what a retarded explanation that is for Rey not needing training.
No, you’re just upset it fits outside your view of how Star Wars works. You don’t get it never will. You also didn’t even grasp what Thor is capable of without his hammer. Not everyone learns at the same rate, etc. The force elevated her power to balance itself out.
Disney made the best Star Wars film to date. Quit shitting all over it you Lucas fanboy.