Star Wars: Every Lightsaber Duel Ranked Worst To Best

The strongest aspect of The Force Awakens comes from its new protagonist, Rey, and a compelling antagonist in Kylo Ren. In the film's final act, the pair face-off in a snow-covered forest, utilising the saga's brilliant grasp of choreography and tension.

Before Rey and Kylo Ren come to blows, however, there is a brief and anxiety-inducing duel between Ren and former Stormtrooper, Finn, who does an admirable job of holding off the much more seasoned fighter. He even wounds him briefly, only to have his shoulder and back cut, ending the fight.

Rey then comes onto the scene, using her newfound abilities to hold off her opponent, who in turn grows angrier and more committed as the fight wears on. In the end, Rey emerges victorious, cutting Ren's face, proving herself a worthy adversary and promising a great rivalry between the pair.