Review of Serenity (2015) by Mark W — 01 Dec 2013

Picking up where short lived series Firefly left off, Serenity is easily on of the most engaging science fiction films in a very long time. A well realized and wholly likable cast of smugglers and misfits stumble upon the dark designs of an evil empire, whizzing through frantic, fun set pieces.

Sound familiar, that's because Joss Whedon captures the spirit of the early Star Wars movies and creates an enjoyable galaxy of high adventure, without ever forgetting the darker life or death stakes involved.