Posted October 17, 2017 5 hours ago, Julius Caesar said: I think that this trailer was much smarter, but have to agree that TFA's was clearly better in terms of hyping things up; ultimately, I feel that that boils down to the dependence on Original Trilogy motifs and music in the TFA trailer, whereas as TLJ's includes a lot of the new stuff we first heard in TFA. Gosh darn, this film really can't come soon enough! One of my favourite things about the new trailer was how dark and powerful they'd arranged the music we first heard in TFA. One of my criticisms of TFA was that the music was too quiet (and on first watch a bit forgettable), but alas most movies have much quieter music compared with the 80s. To be honest most modern films have really forgettable soundtracks. I do miss films with really catchy and memorable themes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 30, 2017 (edited) I’m trying to go into the film without knowing too much - I’m already avoiding TV spots, international trailers, etc. But now, apparently, Adam Driver (who portrays Ben Solo/Kylo Ren) has let something slip in an interview with some magazine outlet. Seems like I might have to enter a media blackout sooner rather than later. On the upside, though, only 45 days to go! EDIT: seems like it will turn out to be a (very loud) false alarm. Thank the Force. Edited October 30, 2017 by Julius Caesar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 1, 2017 (edited) So, the international poster could have a potential spoiler in it which I’d rate as medium-to-high, but it could be a strange and misdirecting photoshop. Goodness knows: they’ve been pretty weird when it comes to international marketing, in my opinion. Also, here’s the international trailer (which shows barely anything new, and in my opinion, is cut terribly, both visually and musically; I found it to be rather janky): Nice to know that they’re keeping a lid on things worldwide, even if that means the trailer doesn’t hold a candle to either of The Force Awakens’ international trailers (seriously, I thought that those things were masterpieces): Edited November 5, 2017 by Julius Caesar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 5, 2017 A mere 38 days to go... and a TV spot for me to avoid... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 10, 2017 (edited) Disney and Lucasfilm are that pleased with the job that The Last Jedi’s writer-director Rian Johnson did with the film that they’ve given him the freedom to create his own trilogy outside of the episodic Skywalker Saga (so not X, XI and XII), the first of which he will also write-direct, prior to The Last Jedi’s release next month. No wonder he turned down the opportunity to direct IX. He gets to take control of an entire trilogy instead! I don’t think Hollywood’s ever seen a larger endorsement for a film’s quality than this. My excitement for The Last Jedi is through the roof Edited November 10, 2017 by Julius Caesar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 11, 2017 I've also been thinking that if they've given him his own trilogy The Last Jedi must be amazing. I remember Abrams saying that after he'd read the script he wish he'd directed TLJ. Fingers crossed it's amazing! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 15, 2017 The Japanese red carpet premiere is set to take place on December 6th, two days prior to the world premiere on th 8th. So yeah: leave the Internet two days earlier if you want to avoid spoilers, I guess. Also, AMC has revealed what I would argue is the most stylish and visually striking of all of the TLJ posters to date: Beautiful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 17, 2017 Confirmed: the film will be 150 minutes long, making it the longest Star Wars movie to date. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 21, 2017 First 10 minutes screened in Mexico. It’s going to be a long 23 days... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 21, 2017 9 hours ago, Julius Caesar said: First 10 minutes screened in Mexico. It’s going to be a long 23 days... Who the hell would go and watch the first ten minutes of the film? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 21, 2017 1 hour ago, bob said: Who the hell would go and watch the first ten minutes of the film? Those in the (Mexican) media who want clickbait titles Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 22, 2017 21 days. 5 hours. 20 minutes. Excited? Who? Me? Pffft 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 4, 2017 So, Mark Hamill invented a tragic backstory for Luke in preparation for his role in The Last Jedi. It’s absolutely not canon, but it’s a really interesting read, and shows a side to Mark Hamill that I don’t think we’ve seen before with his portrayals of Luke. I’ve believed for a while that this film is going to be very, very special, and this just furthers my anticipation! Oh, and there’s now (less than) 10 days to go! We can now count it down with our fingers and thumbs! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 7, 2017 Right, we’re now (less than) one week away! With the world premiere on Saturday evening, and the opening 10/15 minutes shown in Japan last night during a preview, I’m officially leaving the internet. See you all on the other side! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 7, 2017 Finally. Now we can all talk about how rubbish Star Wars is I don't know when I'll end up seeing it. I usually pop to the crappy local cinema while I'm home over Christmas but get the feeling I won't get a chance this time round. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 7, 2017 Luke is Han's father! I don't know when I'll see it either. I might drag myself to the cinema but I didnt bother seeing Force Awakens until it was released on blu ray so that could just happen again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 7, 2017 Yup, feeling no hype whatsoever. The Force awakens and especially Rogue one were disappointments, and I fully expect this one to be as well. The only hope I have if they finally do something interesting with the story, the thing they tease with Rey / Kylo Ren and the whole Jedi ending thing. But I can easily see them doing absolutely nothing with that. Anyway, I'll see it soon enough, luckily I don't have to spend (extra) money on my ticket. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 7, 2017 I'm fairly confident there'll be at least one big twist that I won't be expecting. Generally I'm just looking forward to the spectacle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 7, 2017 35 minutes ago, bob said: I'm fairly confident there'll be at least one big twist that I won't be expecting. It's actually about the first sith. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 12, 2017 Got my tickets this morning, pretty excited! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 12, 2017 Going to the midnight double bill tomorrow, can't wait. Only saw the trailer for the first time on Sunday at the cinema as I was trying to avoid it but it's just got me excited for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 12, 2017 Well, I have many thoughts about this. Can't wait for more people to see it so I can discuss them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted December 12, 2017 Got double bill tickets tomorrow too, but my mate now can’t get there until 10:30pm so we’re both binning it off, I’m off to spurs v Brighton and just watching the last Jedi. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
