Review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) by Triple_Co — 16 Dec 2016

This is a grittier, darker Star Wars film than the main saga. The battle's feel more real, gravitated and weighted. Visually, the film is absolutely stunning and deserves full marks. Some of the scenes in Rogue One are some of the best I've ever seen in a Star Wars film. The beginning of the movie however, is muddled and lacks focus. There are too many characters with not enough development, and too many things happening to really get your teeth into. While the second half of the film will blow audiences away, the first feels a little clunky and the re-shooting seems obvious as you watch.

Although it has a shaky start, the film is definitely worth watching, especially for Star Wars fans. There is much to enjoy here but it comes with some flaws. If you forgive it for it's pacing and character misfires, this is a solid entry in the franchise.