Review of Return of the Jedi (1983) by Joey A — 08 Jan 2017

I love this film - the best of the bunch if you ask me, for so many reasons. First and foremost, it's action packed from the start with the rescue attempt on Han Solo involving some great scenes with Jabba, the Rancor and the Saarlac Pit.

We then have the emotional departure of our little green friend Yoda, coupled with the introduction of the furry Ewoks, and finally we have the ultimate battle of good against evil as the Emperor and Vaders attempt to turn Luke to the dark side draws to a dramatic conclusion.

All the above plus more battles, more characters and more entertainment than I've ever been used to in one film. To think I was only a 1 year old when this was first released is amazing as the graphics, script and acting is far better than anything in modern day.

It tests the limits of all emotions, with its tragic death scenes, joyous triumphs in battles, and continuous humour throughout, it literally has everything. It's possibly my favourite because all the previous films ask a lot of questions, whereas this one finally gives us all the answers in a well thought out completion of the jigsaw.

I've watched this several times, and I do believe there are no loose ends, just a few cringeworthy moments knowing the few occasions when Luke and Leia kissed in previous episodes, and all along they were brother and sister - So as I was saying, this film does have everything, incest and all! On occasions I do still wish I could make alternative endings, one where Vader turns good again, or Boba Fett doesn't die so easily, but in truth, this is one movie franchise that just shouldn't ever be tampered with - Simply legendary.