Review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) by Robyn D — 26 Feb 2017

This movie has such a good finale, acting and special effects that it mostly counteracts the weak character development.

This review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) was written by Robyn D on 26 Feb 2017.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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