10 Reasons To Stop Hating Star Wars Sequel Trilogy

Nostalgia was always destined to play a significant role in the Sequel Trilogy the minute a number of the Original Trilogy icons signed up to return to the galaxy far, far away.

But by the time The Rise of Skywalker blasted off into hyperspace, the Skywalker Saga had turned into little more than a greatest hits compilation with a few new artists playing covers of your old favourites.

Before Palpatine and the Death Star somehow returned, Lando was largely wasted, and Han Solo stopped by for one last appearance despite Harrison Ford finally getting his murderous wish, though, both The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi proved that nostalgia could be a brilliantly effective tool when used properly.

Ford's presence as Rey's mentor before being cut down by his own flesh and blood in Episode VII gave the trilogy some serious emotional weight.

Leia acting as the wise and charming Resistance leader was a perfect use of the late Carrie Fisher.

Luke Skywalker's journey from bitter and broken Master to the Resistance's projected saviour felt like an unexpected yet satisfying farewell.

And Frank Oz briefly popping back up as Master Yoda was enough to force even the most soulless audience member to crack a smile.

For all of the later nostalgic beats and choices that felt like you were being force-fed sweets you used to eat as a kid, never forget that the Sequels still regularly delivered the odd nod to the past that didn't make you want to throw up in your seat.