Episode 98: Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi Review: Two Opposing Viewpoints

A Lost Plot

Maverick, Sean, and Andrew review and debate the merits of Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi.

The main themes discussed include the character development of Poe Dameron, the portrayal of legacy and legends, and the roles of Admiral Holdo and Princess Leia. The hosts have differing opinions on the execution of these themes and the overall quality of the film. In this part of the conversation, the principal themes discussed are the character development of Poe, the motivations and character arc of Rey, and the portrayal of Kylo Ren as a conflicted villain. The conversation explores how Poe's character could have been better developed if Princess Leia had died, allowing him to see the consequences of his actions. The lack of explanation for Rey's motivation to become a Jedi is highlighted, as well as the missed opportunity to explore her character's identity and desires. The discussion also delves into Kylo Ren's desire to emulate Darth Vader and his conflicting beliefs about destroying the past. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the character arcs and themes of the Star Wars sequel trilogy. In this part of the conversation, the focus is on the character of Kylo Ren and his arc of destruction. It is discussed how Kylo Ren tries to destroy the past and recreate things in his own image, but in the process, he reaffirms the Sith way. The conversation then shifts to the portrayal of Luke Skywalker in the film and the debate surrounding his character. Some argue that Luke's actions and decisions go against his established character, while others believe that his experiences and trauma justify his behavior. The ending of the film, with Luke disappearing and the conflict between him and Kylo Ren, is also discussed.

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Highlights:

0:00 Introduction to "Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi"

4:32 Exploring Poe Dameron

16:45 Exploring the Themes of Legacy and Legends

21:24 The Roles of Admiral Holdo and Princess Leia

26:45 Arguing Over Rey

48:23 Kylo Ren: Emulating Darth Vader and Conflicting Beliefs

1:03:14 The Debate Over Luke Skywalker's Character

1:18:22 The Ending: Luke's Disappearance and the Conflict

1:23:28 Pointless Expansion of the Universe

1:30:28 Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi's Impact

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Show Notes:

9 Points Rating System: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/

Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens Review: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-04-10T17_51_27-07_00

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