Solo A Star Wars Story - Movie Reaction

[PNGwynne]

Scientist Man is new to me. Funny stuff, and if you close your eyes and listen, he sounds quite like Dr. Zoidberg.

[Hedji]

It was remarkably easy to accept Alden Ehrenreich within minutes of screen time. He did just fine. Being part of a tremendous ensemble cast didn't hurt either.

Those viewers who have difficulty accepting anyone other than Ford should do themselves a huge favor, and enjoy Perry King's performance as Solo in Brian Daley's Star Wars Radio Dramas. I listened to those growing up over and over and over. I think, due to the expanded dialogue of the radio episodes, Perry King had more time and lines as Solo than Ford ever did. It's a completely different take too. More intense and full of vinegar.

Have a listen to the Cantina Scene.

[CrimsonGhost]

Solo didn’t work because of its lead actor. He looked nothing like Harrison Ford. He was four inches shorter too. His mannerism were all wrong as well. Boba Fett would work because we identify him sporting that famous green helmet. Obi Wan would work with Ewan McGregor as lead. It’s not rocket science.

Solo, no.

Obi Wan, yes.

Boba Fett, OH HELL YEAH!!! And make it the first R-rated SW movie...that would super double rule!!!

The hell with the kids...let them watch it when they turn 17...

I disagree. That kid was way better at playing Solo than I expected. He didn't try to do an impression, but there were elements that made me feel like he could age to become the Han we know. I liked him a lot.

Ewan McGregor was impossibly bland as Obi Wan in the prequels, but he's a good actor and maybe a new director with a good script could make for a good movie. But as things are, I'm not interested. McGregor Obi Wan is boring.

It sounds like they don't have faith in neither Obi Wan nor the Boba Fett film, so it might not matter.

[Redmiller]

This just in.... :(

IndieWire
‘Star Wars’ Spinoff Films on Obi-Wan and Boba Fett Put on Hold Following Bad ‘Solo’ Box Office — Report
Zack Sharf 23 hrs ago

[Hector]

Solo didn’t work because of its lead actor. He looked nothing like Harrison Ford. He was four inches shorter too. His mannerism were all wrong as well. Boba Fett would work because we identify him sporting that famous green helmet. Obi Wan would work with Ewan McGregor as lead. It’s not rocket science.

Solo, no.

Obi Wan, yes.

Boba Fett, OH HELL YEAH!!! And make it the first R-rated SW movie...that would super double rule!!!

The hell with the kids...let them watch it when they turn 17...

[Redmiller]

As a Avid Star Wars Fan.
I really enjoyed watching SOLO
MY Wife, even enjoyed it. Her comments were, it was a great Action movie. No Lightsabers, no Force, No Skywalkers.

[CrimsonGhost]

I've watched that scientist man video about 5 times since RLM posted it! I love those guys.

[palitoy]

Scientist man is awesome.

[Sideshow Spock]

Popcorns?

[palitoy]

It's weird that a movie I've heard mostly positive reviews about is the bring down. Although, after Rogue One I decided to sit out anymore stand alone....

[Earth 2 Chris]

I really hope Disney hasn't given up on the one-shot, non-trilogy films. I haven't gone back and re-watched Last Jedi, but I didn't hate it like some. I can see why it rubbed folks wrong though. I think a combination of oversaturation, bad feelings from Last Jedi, and Solo's troubled production sunk it's chances at the box office, which is a real shame. It's a fun time at the movies.

Chris

[The Bat]

I didn't see "The Last Jedi" in the theater, I guess I just wasn't ready to see them kill Luke off. So, since I didn't go to the theater I felt justified in buying the Blu-Ray. I was finally ready to try and be objective and give it a chance, I mean...how bad could it be right?


Well, I got my answer...that movie was completely devoid of hope, just utterly an depressing movie. It wasn't just Luke dying(that didn't happen until the end), it just didn't feel like a Star Wars movie at all. I can't quite put my finger on it...but the spirt of FUN and adventure that exists in the Star Wars universe wasn't there? I liked TFA...that felt like Star Wars...but this movie was just lifeless. I wasted $24.00...I know I'll never watch it again.

[Nostalgiabuff]

the biggest issue with the current trilogy is they did not have a trilogy planned out, they are just making it up as they go. I liked both of the movies, but they really should have planned it out better instead of rushing to get Force Awakens out there
Lucasfilm is now saying they won't use untried directors for future movies. but Rian Johnsons planned trilogy is still on

[YoungOnce]

I think the bigger issue is too many movies, too soon. I am not complaining, I love it. but the general public, I think is suffering SW burnout on top of the backlash from TLJ

I will always watch any new Star Wars movie, but folks who are less diehard who didn't enjoy the feel of TLJ might have come to the conclusion that Star Wars is something they can pass on now.

[Nostalgiabuff]

I think the bigger issue is too many movies, too soon. I am not complaining, I love it. but the general public, I think is suffering SW burnout on top of the backlash from TLJ