11 Reasons You're Wrong About Solo: A Star Wars Story
For a series that doesn't care about odds, this film sure overcame them.
No matter how you look at it, Solo: A Star War Story hasn't had the easiest of journeys. Talk of a troubled production, the departures of directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller and then all the hubub surrounding its supposedly disappointing box-office have all coalesced to paint a picture of a film that's had to overcome everything in order to succeed, only to fall - ostensibly - at the final hurdle.
But Solo doesn't fall when it most matters. Instead, it makes the jump to hyperspace with a compelling narrative, some fantastic performances and an equally fantastic aesthetic spearheaded by Bradford Young. Yes, it might not reach the dizzying heights of Rogue One or The Last Jedi, but it is irresistible once it gets going, providing a trip to a galaxy far, far away that's sure to provoke as much as it will excite.
There are obvious flaws to note of course; all too often the film takes the easy option when it comes to fan service, but it’s not bad by any stretch. The fact the film even exists is something to marvel at, and with disaster having been prophesied for months on end, the cast and crew of Solo should all hold their heads up high, and bask in a job well done.
SPOILERS AHEAD!