The Last Jedi – The Most Divisive Star Wars Movie Ever? | Born to Watch Podcast
The Born to Watch crew is back; this time, we’re tackling the most controversial Star Wars movie of the modern era—The Last Jedi (2017). Love it or hate it, there’s no denying that Rian Johnson’s instalment in the Star Wars saga sparked a galactic-level debate among fans. Was it a bold, visionary take on the franchise, or did it ultimately betray the legacy of Star Wars?
In this episode, Whitey and Damo dive deep into the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of The Last Jedi. No stone is left unturned from the stunning visuals and epic space battles to the questionable character arcs and that infamous casino subplot.
🔥 Highlights from the Episode:
🚀 Was Luke Skywalker’s portrayal a total character assassination?
🎭 Daisy Ridley’s Rey – an inspiring hero or a force-fed protagonist?
😡 Kylo Ren: Petulant villain or the most misunderstood Sith wannabe?
🛑 Poe Dameron – Rebellious hero or mansplaining space cowboy?
😂 Was the forced humour too much for a Star Wars film?
🔮 The Jedi tree, Yoda’s cameo, and Disney’s message to the fandom
⚡ That Leia spacewalk moment – genius or pure nonsense?
We also discuss the rise of toxic fandom, the infamous “subversion of expectations,” and how The Last Jedi compares to other Star Wars sequels and prequels. Plus, Damo has some strong words about purple-haired admirals, unnecessary new characters (cough, Rose, cough), and why BB-8 might just be the real Sith Lord.
And let’s not forget... is this movie actually worse than Rebel Moon? 🤯
Get ready for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred discussion filled with hot takes, brutal honesty, and a few unexpected laughs. Whether you’re a die-hard Star Wars fan or just love a good debate about cinema’s biggest franchises, this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen now and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Did The Last Jedi ruin Star Wars, or is it an underrated masterpiece?
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