Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi (2017)

Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares for battle with the First Order.

Director:

Rian Johnson

Writers:

Rian Johnson, George Lucas (based on characters created by)

Stars:

Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill

Nominated for 4 Oscars. Another 25 wins & 98 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mark Hamill	...	Luke Skywalker / Dobbu Scay
Carrie Fisher	...	Leia Organa
Adam Driver	...	Kylo Ren
Daisy Ridley	...	Rey
John Boyega	...	Finn
Oscar Isaac	...	Poe Dameron
Andy Serkis	...	Snoke
Lupita Nyong'o	...	Maz Kanata
Domhnall Gleeson	...	General Hux
Anthony Daniels	...	C-3PO
Gwendoline Christie	...	Captain Phasma
Kelly Marie Tran	...	Rose Tico
Laura Dern	...	Vice Admiral Holdo
Benicio Del Toro	...	DJ
Frank Oz	...	Yoda (voice)

Storyline

Jedi Master-in-hiding Luke Skywalker unwillingly attempts to guide young hopeful Rey in the ways of the force, while Leia, former princess turned general, attempts to lead what is left of the Resistance away from the ruthless tyrannical grip of the First Order.

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Plot Keywords:

wisecrack humor | one liner | sabotage | deception | betrayal | 

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Taglines:

Light Years Ahead. Discover Dolby Cinema.

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Fantasy | Sci-Fi

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi action and violence.

Did You Know?

Trivia

"The Last Jedi" was also the title of a 2013 tie-in novel with the old "Legends" Expanded Universe book series, set sometime after Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005).

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Goofs

When the fathiers stampede out the stable, a guard rushes into the corner of the room near a pipe. In the next shot the guard is no longer there.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Resistance Evacuation Officer: We're not clear yet. There are still 30 pallets of cannon shells in C bunker.
Lieutenant Connix: Forget the munitions, there's no time. Just get everyone on the transports.
[Star Destroyers appear]
Lieutenant Connix: Oh, no.

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Crazy Credits

In loving memory of our princess, Carrie Fisher.

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Alternate Versions

The home video releases (both physical and digital) include a version with an isolated score. It is accessible through the Movies Anywhere app.

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Connections

Referenced in Geeks + Gamers: New Black And Blue Film Exposes Critics As Racists! Confirmed! (2019)

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Soundtracks

Aquarela Do Brasil
Written by Ary Barroso

User Reviews

Is it a parody?

There are some well written and comprehensive reviews on here already so I won't waste your time in the details.

Essentially, the entire first half of The Last Jedi feels like a Star Wars parody. Instead of the odd moment of humour every now and again, every scene AND character is a comedian in TLJ. It's a crap gag a minute. And some of the great work done The Force Awakens to re-energise the franchise was just completely undone. You know that incredibly significant and poignant moment at the end of TFA as Rey hands the lightsabre to Luke? Just wait and see what happens next.

I've rated it 4 stars because the second half of the film does pick up but by then the damage is done. TLJ is a huge misstep in the franchise.

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official Site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

15 December 2017 (USA)

Also Known As:

Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi

Filming Locations:

Pinewood Studios, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Box Office

Budget:

$317,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$220,009,584, 17 December 2017

Gross USA:

$620,181,382

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$1,332,698,830

Company Credits

Production Co:

Walt Disney Pictures, Lucasfilm, Ram Bergman Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

152 min

Sound Mix:

DTS (DTS: X) Dolby Surround 7.1 Dolby Atmos Dolby Digital 12-Track Digital Sound (IMAX 12 track) IMAX 6-Track

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1