Review of Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) by Shibby C — 16 Dec 2017

Beautifully done for what it is, only lacks in some reveals being a bit too early. Regardless, this is a great Star Wars film.

This review of Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) was written by Shibby C on 16 Dec 2017.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens has generally received very positive reviews.

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