Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker: JJ Abrams explains the meaning behind the great revelation of Episode IX – The Media Hq

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Warning: The following story contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

JJ Abrams has explained the meaning of the great revelation contained in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

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Those who have seen the movie will know that Episode IX, the last of the Skywalker saga and the latest installment of the sequel trilogy of the franchise, finally sheds light on the Kings lineage, ending a mystery that goes back to the presentation of his character in The Force Awakens 2015..

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It turns out that Rey (played by Daisy Ridley) is none other than Palpatines granddaughter, the evil emperor portrayed in both the original trilogy and the prequel movies.

To Abrams, who directed The Force Awakens and The rise of Skywalker, making Rey a Palpatine embodied the idea of being able to overcome ones origins, by showing a person with an ancestor strongly linked to the dark side of the Force, who chooses the bright side.

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The prequel trilogy has lived in infamy, but the real low point of this low in the Star Wars franchise must be Attack of the Clones, the dry and crusty medium of the cinematic sandwich. While Revenge of the Sith has a sense of completion and The Phantom Menace has a sense of wonder, the entire Attack of the Clones has a CGI Yoda jumping on the screen like an unsurpassed fly while fighting Count Dooku of Christopher Lee. It is a film driven by unnecessary desires: from space politics, to the backstory of Boba Fett, to the romance of Padm and Anakin. The latter is the most insufferable, since George Lucas never had much hearing for the dialogue, as Harrison Ford noted notoriously when he stated on the set: George, you can write this shit, but surely you can not say it. Which brings us to one of the worst line readings in film history, when Anakin de Hayden Christensen laments: I dont like sand. Its rough, rough and irritating, and it gets everywhere.

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Hollywood has increasingly assumed that darker means better when it comes to cinema: it explains why Harry Potter movies seem to have been made while someone gradually turns off the studios lights switch. Of course, the public knows that darker sometimes means that its protagonist turned into a villain becomes a young man traitor, amateur street magician and street magician. Anakins bow here reaches a whining end, underlined by the very ridiculous decision that Darth Vaders first moments on screen involve him howling Noooooo! To the sky like a sad dog. That said, Ewan McGregor confirms here that he managed to escape from the franchise largely unharmed, as this installment entertains him more with the clumsy dialogue (see: Hello! And I have high ground!).

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The Phantom Menace escapes a little ahead of the rest of the prequel trilogy, if only because of the fact that you remember that these movies should be fun from time to time. The pod race: its a good scene! Darth Maul is all aspect, zero follow-up: it is shameful to act as if you had won, only to be cut in half and thrown by an exhaust pipe, but his inclusion in the film introduced one of the best musical themes in Star The history of Wars, the Duel of Destinations by John Williams. However, space policy is a particular burden here, with everything that is said about trade disputes, and, of course, it is mandatory to mention the terror that is Jar Jar Binks.

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Although it is the weakest of the new generation of Star Wars movies, Solo is still a fun game and worthy of Han Solos rascal reputation. Alden Ehrenreich realizes Harrison Fords enough gestures to sell the character without falling for imitation, while Donald Glover is a scene thief from the moment he enters the screen as Lando Calrissian. It is a missed opportunity, then, that the film is slowed by the urge to offer a backstory to as many aspects of Hans character as possible. Did we really need to know how we got the name Solo? Really?

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Director JJ Abrams, as the hero of an ancient prophecy, was destined to make enemies and allies with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. There will be arguments. And there will be arguments about the arguments. There will be obsessive deconstructions and overinterpretations of each frame and breath. But, at the end of the day, this is still a Star Wars movie on his bones, muscles and tendons. Regardless of the controversy Abrams has generated with his artistic choices, he still magnificently captures the soul of this series: that unwavering hope that the powerless can win, despite the odds.

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There is much to summarize in the final chapter of the original trilogy. The result is some strange twists for the convenience of the plot. What does one do with a character as enigmatic as Boba Fett? Why, that it falls to the well of Sarlacc in the first 20 minutes! How can you rest the love triangle insinuated in A New Hope? Why, insert a revelation that Luke and Leia are, in fact, brother and sister! Even the second Death Star feels strangely dumber than The Force Awakens and his third attempt at a giant ball in space, since The First Order at least had the excuse that his obsessive admiration for the Empire could have clouded his judgment. That said, there is still a lot of charm to find here and the Ewoks are not that bad. Before dismissing them as irritating merchandise opportunities, it is worth remembering that they have no qualms about killing and eating people.

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If Rogue One is an indication of Disneys plans for the franchise and its future, then there is no cause for concern. The first of the A Star Wars Story spin-offs is easily launched, calming the public by not getting too far from the family timeline while presenting a complete set of new characters and a more gritty tone. Stylistically, it feels more like a Vietnam War movie and is proof of how far a talented director like Gareth Edwards can deviate from the usual franchise formula and still feel rooted in the same world. In addition, you have to admire the guts that are needed to deliver such an ending

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Disney made a very smart move with The Force Awakens. As the first Star Wars movie of a new generation, he not only had to leave his own mark, but he felt familiar enough to welcome fans with open arms. The balance is struck perfectly here. That is due in large part to the new trio of central heroes of the film, who radiate the same kind of warmth, bravery and spirit that created a special place in peoples hearts when they were first introduced to the original stars of the franchise. King of Daisy Ridley, Finn of John Boyega and Poe of Oscar Isaac honor the past of Star Wars as they move towards their unknown future. It also helps that the film has reached a villain like Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), whose momentum and complexity can see him overcome even Darth Vader at the end of his story in Episode IX.

Rex features

Any division that attracted the movie certainly proved one thing: here is a Star Wars movie that really took a creative risk. And what a bold, ambitious and ultimately beautiful risk. Director Rian Johnson took the film legacy presented to him and added a new richness to his textures. He allowed heroism to go beyond the clear division between good and evil; Through Luke and King, they taught us not to be ashamed of our doubts, but to strengthen ourselves because of them. They taught us not to use destiny as a crutch, but to know when to forge our own paths. The Last Jedi is a moving film told through some of the most striking cinematographies of the entire franchise.

Rex features

It is the place where it all started. The Star Wars franchise has only become the success it is today because of the purely revolutionary that was the first installment as a Hollywood movie piece. It is, to this day, one of the most successful examples of the modern epic, imitated infinitely but very rarely with the same heart or ambition. George Lucas took advantage of one of the most timeless qualities of storytelling: his ability to allow us to see and understand our own world through the eyes of another. Star Wars has become so iconic because, even on such a large scale, we know and relate to the emotions in question: fear, love or the desire to do the right thing.

Rex features

The Empire Strikes Back is notable in its ability to pursue real emotional interests. His final moments, the final note to his symphony of sacrifice and tragedy, leaves us with the unique and delicate emotion that is hope, flourishing in the darkness as our heroes set out to save Han and restore the Rebel Alliance. What A New Hope built by making us fall in love with these characters, The Empire Strikes Back recovered by sharing with us their pain and fears. Darth Vader reveals that he is Lukes father, of course, he has found his place in history, but there is an equal sense of emotional resonance at the moment that Leia and Han leave, moments before being caught in carbonite. When Leias I love you is returned by Hans I know, a line written by Harrison Ford himself, we remember how magical the sense of Star Wars narration can be, condensing everything these two characters feel for each other. Five simple words

Rex features

The prequel trilogy has lived in infamy, but the real low point of this low in the Star Wars franchise must be Attack of the Clones, the dry and crusty medium of the cinematic sandwich. While Revenge of the Sith has a sense of completion and The Phantom Menace has a sense of wonder, the entire Attack of the Clones has a CGI Yoda jumping on the screen like an unsurpassed fly while fighting Count Dooku of Christopher Lee. It is a film driven by unnecessary desires: from space politics, to the backstory of Boba Fett, to the romance of Padm and Anakin. The latter is the most insufferable, since George Lucas never had much hearing for the dialogue, as Harrison Ford noted notoriously when he stated on the set: George, you can write this shit, but surely you can not say it. Which brings us to one of the worst line readings in film history, when Anakin de Hayden Christensen laments: I dont like sand. Its rough, rough and irritating, and it gets everywhere.

Rex features

Hollywood has increasingly assumed that darker means better when it comes to cinema: it explains why Harry Potter movies seem to have been made while someone gradually turns off the studios lights switch. Of course, the public knows that darker sometimes means that its protagonist turned into a villain becomes a young man traitor, amateur street magician and street magician. Anakins bow here reaches a whining end, underlined by the very ridiculous decision that Darth Vaders first moments on screen involve him howling Noooooo! To the sky like a sad dog. That said, Ewan McGregor confirms here that he managed to escape from the franchise largely unharmed, as this installment entertains him more with the clumsy dialogue (see: Hello! And I have high ground!).

Rex features

The Phantom Menace escapes a little ahead of the rest of the prequel trilogy, if only because of the fact that you remember that these movies should be fun from time to time. The pod race: its a good scene! Darth Maul is all aspect, zero follow-up: it is shameful to act as if you had won, only to be cut in half and thrown by an exhaust pipe, but his inclusion in the film introduced one of the best musical themes in Star The history of Wars, the Duel of Destinations by John Williams. However, space policy is a particular burden here, with everything that is said about trade disputes, and, of course, it is mandatory to mention the terror that is Jar Jar Binks.

Rex

Although it is the weakest of the new generation of Star Wars movies, Solo is still a fun game and worthy of Han Solos rascal reputation. Alden Ehrenreich realizes Harrison Fords enough gestures to sell the character without falling for imitation, while Donald Glover is a scene thief from the moment he enters the screen as Lando Calrissian. It is a missed opportunity, then, that the film is slowed by the urge to offer a backstory to as many aspects of Hans character as possible. Did we really need to know how we got the name Solo? Really?

Rex features

Director JJ Abrams, as the hero of an ancient prophecy, was destined to make enemies and allies with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. There will be arguments. And there will be arguments about the arguments. There will be obsessive deconstructions and overinterpretations of each frame and breath. But, at the end of the day, this is still a Star Wars movie on his bones, muscles and tendons. Regardless of the controversy Abrams has generated with his artistic choices, he still magnificently captures the soul of this series: that unwavering hope that the powerless can win, despite the odds.

Walt Disney Studios movies

There is much to summarize in the final chapter of the original trilogy. The result is some strange twists for the convenience of the plot. What does one do with a character as enigmatic as Boba Fett? Why, that it falls to the well of Sarlacc in the first 20 minutes! How can you rest the love triangle insinuated in A New Hope? Why, insert a revelation that Luke and Leia are, in fact, brother and sister! Even the second Death Star feels strangely dumber than The Force Awakens and his third attempt at a giant ball in space, since The First Order at least had the excuse that his obsessive admiration for the Empire could have clouded his judgment. That said, there is still a lot of charm to find here and the Ewoks are not that bad. Before dismissing them as irritating merchandise opportunities, it is worth remembering that they have no qualms about killing and eating people.

Rex features

If Rogue One is an indication of Disneys plans for the franchise and its future, then there is no cause for concern. The first of the A Star Wars Story spin-offs is easily launched, calming the public by not getting too far from the family timeline while presenting a complete set of new characters and a more gritty tone. Stylistically, it feels more like a Vietnam War movie and is proof of how far a talented director like Gareth Edwards can deviate from the usual franchise formula and still feel rooted in the same world. In addition, you have to admire the guts that are needed to deliver such an ending

Rex features

Disney made a very smart move with The Force Awakens. As the first Star Wars movie of a new generation, he not only had to leave his own mark, but he felt familiar enough to welcome fans with open arms. The balance is struck perfectly here. That is due in large part to the new trio of central heroes of the film, who radiate the same kind of warmth, bravery and spirit that created a special place in peoples hearts when they were first introduced to the original stars of the franchise. King of Daisy Ridley, Finn of John Boyega and Poe of Oscar Isaac honor the past of Star Wars as they move towards their unknown future. It also helps that the film has reached a villain like Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), whose momentum and complexity can see him overcome even Darth Vader at the end of his story in Episode IX.

Rex features

Any division that attracted the movie certainly proved one thing: here is a Star Wars movie that really took a creative risk. And what a bold, ambitious and ultimately beautiful risk. Director Rian Johnson took the film legacy presented to him and added a new richness to his textures. He allowed heroism to go beyond the clear division between good and evil; Through Luke and King, they taught us not to be ashamed of our doubts, but to strengthen ourselves because of them. They taught us not to use destiny as a crutch, but to know when to forge our own paths. The Last Jedi is a moving film told through some of the most striking cinematographies of the entire franchise.

Rex features

It is the place where it all started. The Star Wars franchise has only become the success it is today because of the purely revolutionary that was the first installment as a Hollywood movie piece. It is, to this day, one of the most successful examples of the modern epic, imitated infinitely but very rarely with the same heart or ambition. George Lucas took advantage of one of the most timeless qualities of storytelling: his ability to allow us to see and understand our own world through the eyes of another. Star Wars has become so iconic because, even on such a large scale, we know and relate to the emotions in question: fear, love or the desire to do the right thing.

Rex features

The Empire Strikes Back is notable in its ability to pursue real emotional interests. His final moments, the final note to his symphony of sacrifice and tragedy, leaves us with the unique and delicate emotion that is hope, flourishing in the darkness as our heroes set out to save Han and restore the Rebel Alliance. What A New Hope built by making us fall in love with these characters, The Empire Strikes Back recovered by sharing with us their pain and fears. Darth Vader reveals that he is Lukes father, of course, he has found his place in history, but there is an equal sense of emotional resonance at the moment that Leia and Han leave, moments before being caught in carbonite. When Leias I love you is returned by Hans I know, a line written by Harrison Ford himself, we remember how magical the sense of Star Wars narration can be, condensing everything these two characters feel for each other. Five simple words

Rex features

One of the themes of the movie is that anyone can be anything regardless of where they are from, he said during a live Vanity Fair question and answer session, according to a video shared by a fan on social media.

And I dont know if it resonates for everyone, but I think there are some people who appreciate that idea of not coming from a place you are particularly excited or proud of.

Although I fully understand You are no one is devastating, for me, the most painful and most shocking was the idea that you really are from the worst possible place.

In the same Q&A, Abrams responded to the negative reviews received by The Rise of Skywalker, saying critics are right.

The Rise of Skywalker is already in theaters.

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