They were/are? I thought they were all touting Lando's gender and/or sexual fluidity and some other BS for this one?Tried to see it today—sold out except for first row in every theater within 15 miles of me during mid-afternoon.
This movie is like Trump’s election: the media has been trying to kill it for whatever reason. During filming, they latched onto some dim-written opinions that made their way into the mainstream about th kid’s acting skills. Then there was the delay in seeing any trailers until the Super Bowl. Then the director changes. Now there’s bitching about how they don’t think it’ll live up to a $115M opening weekend...
Even “positive” stories are to the tune of “I thought it would suck, but...”
Give the damn movie a break!
Effectively sold out all over the eastern Charlotte region is a pretty good sign.
They were/are? I thought they were all touting Lando's gender and/or sexual fluidity and some other BS for this one?
there have been several articles on "star wars fatigue" to explain lackluster sales for this movie over the weekend.
it should be clear that low sales are from disappointment with prior movies, and a large push from the fan base to send a message to kathleen kennedy (who is determined to ruin the franchise with her social justice themes and statements made that alienated the original fans). but like most liberals these execs are solidly out of touch with society, and are convinced they know what the world needs instead of what they want.
its ridiculous to think that there have been "too frequent" star wars releases - marvel is a prime of example of how good movies, and strong fan support = big dollars. fans cant get enough.im sure the people involved would like to explain away missing expectations, but the fact is they could produce one every month and if they were good movies, theyd all do well - just like the mcu has.
but these movies dont feel like star wars - and making public "f- you were going to make the movie we want" type statements isnt going to sit well with the fans
Maybe I’m being too naive, but I just can’t believe Disney would let someone run the $4B ship into the ground.
Disney today is not your parent's Disney. I don't think they believe it will run into the ground. They are just grooming a whole new fan base. Seriously, look at the mindless Frozen fanaticism. Holy crap that was a bad movie and people were nuts about it!You’re right—my boys love the Clone Wars animated stuff on Netflix. It’s essentially a daily dose of 30 minute episodes. They’re very well done in the theme of the original movies. No fatigue at all for them or me when I peek in every once in a while.
Maybe I’m being too naive, but I just can’t believe Disney would let someone run the $4B ship into the ground.
there have been several articles on "star wars fatigue" to explain lackluster sales for this movie over the weekend.
it should be clear that low sales are from disappointment with prior movies, and a large push from the fan base to send a message to kathleen kennedy (who is determined to ruin the franchise with her social justice themes and statements made that alienated the original fans). but like most liberals these execs are solidly out of touch with society, and are convinced they know what the world needs instead of what they want.
its ridiculous to think that there have been "too frequent" star wars releases - marvel is a prime of example of how good movies, and strong fan support = big dollars. fans cant get enough.im sure the people involved would like to explain away missing expectations, but the fact is they could produce one every month and if they were good movies, theyd all do well - just like the mcu has.
but these movies dont feel like star wars - and making public "f- you were going to make the movie we want" type statements isnt going to sit well with the fans
My sentiments exactly; I was prepared to be disappointed, but wasn't !Watched it last night. Kept my expectations purposely low going in. Pleasantly surprised. Much better than the turd that was The Last Jedi.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I liked it but...
Han actually speaking wookie was bad.
Han lost a bet and Lando just seems to forget about it.
The train scene was so contrived it should have been cut. why would you build a scenic monorail to transport your most valuable resource when you have flying armored cargo ships?
Agreed: Wookie speaking should be left to Wookies.I liked it but...
Han actually speaking wookie was bad.
Han lost a bet and Lando just seems to forget about it.
The train scene was so contrived it should have been cut. why would you build a scenic monorail to transport your most valuable resource when you have flying armored cargo ships?
What was the deal with the Sith? Didn't that screw up the whole time line? Darth Maul died when Aniken was a boy and there is only one master and only one apprentice. WTF?