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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story | Full Reaction
🕑 Added 2025-06-22 18:19:46 +0000 UTCWow.
Going into this one, I knew we would be going to a galaxy far, far away to a time that was before the OT. But I was not prepared for the depth and how much this movie would move me.
I've spent so much time with the Force, the chosen ones, the Skywalker destinies and Sith legacies over the past month. But Rogue One was about the forgotten people. The ones who don't have powers or sabers, who don't get remembered in the legends, but still chose to stand up for what they believe in even knowing they might never see the result of their fight. And it was absolutely beautiful and heartbreaking because of that.
Jyn Erso, Cassian, Chirrut, Baze, Bodhi, even K-2SO. Even single one of them broke my heart in the most beautiful way. Their courage wasn't loud or flashy. It was silent and personal. It came from a palce of true pain, loss, and "I've lost too much not to fight". And maybe that's what made their sacrifice feel so gutting? So human. So real.
The final act sent me spiraling. The plans being passed forward, hand to hand, body to body, through the smoke and fear and chaos- THAT was storytelling. That was hope. And I couldn't help but feel full body chills as I watched hope get literally lifted from the wreckage and carried into the stars.
I look at A New Hope through a completely different lens now. It makes that title feel earned in a way I never really understood before.
I loved this movie. I didn't just enjoy it, I actually felt it. Deeply. Rogue One was so much more than I ever expected. It's a eulogy and a love letter to the nameless heroes who made everything else possible. Thank you for watching with me!
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LINK: https://youtu.be/Z7IwCk5RwpY
I watched this on Disney Plus
Comments
pinkdino99
Just my opinion, but this is the best Star Wars movie outside of the OG trilogy. Logan works, not because it is a great superhero movie, but because it is a great road movie/ Western. Winter Soldier works because it is a great 70s style spy movie. Rogue One works because it is not just a Star Wars movie, it is a GREAT war movie (VERY Dirty Dozen). Director Gareth Edwards described making this as having access to "the galaxy's greatest toy box." You can just tell he LOVES Star Wars. During filming Peter Jackson (LotR) was in London and Edwards rang him inviting him to set. Jackson declined as he was too busy, to whit Edwards texted back "we are SHOOTING VADER !!" Jackson RAN to the set ! As much as I love this film, I also see it as a great failing. This film works because it is ancillary to the Skywalker saga. Like Mandalorian, this story is to the side and simply shares the universe which is what we actually find interesting (rather than Solo which just goes on to over-explain every little detail from the OG trilogy). These characters were really strong (I mean look at your reaction to their deaths). The studio missed a trick and could have done a whole series of stories parallel to events we already knew. They could have discovered Hoth. They could have been involved in the Bothan spies plot. It was a waste. Still better than the prequels and sequels put together (IMO). As you enjoyed this, two recommendations ; GAME - Star Wars: Outlaws - this RPG takes a while to get going, but it REALLY captures the mood and feel of this movie. It has excellent world building (and the CUTEST pet) MOVIE... also from Gareth Edwards - Monsters - a truly deep and beautiful movie which is less about giant space monsters than it is a road movie about humanity and the strength of human connection. Top ten film of mine and criminally underrated
Kali Wali
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm glad you loved my first time watching this as much as I did ✨ It was such a beautiful movie and I totally agree that the lead actress did an incredible job! Everything about this movie was jaw-dropping. I've already rewatched it since this watch haha. Thank you!
Kali Wali
Thank you! I can feel the love you have for Star Wars and I totally get it!! Rogue One felt like the 'earned' film of all the movies so far. The story that ties everythign together so beautifully and brings you right back to the beginning where all the magic began but in much deeper way this time. So powerful! And yess, the Tarkin CGI was my only 'issue' haha. Everything else was so beautiful and visually amazing. But I guess leave it to Star Wars to add at least one "hmmm" moment 🤣 I'm thinking it's just another thing for true fans to spot in each film like the "bad feeling about this" line lol. I can't wait to watch Andor when I get there soon!! Especially after finally watching Rogue One!
Jonathan
Awesome reaction, Kali!!! This movie is in my Mount Rushmore of film. The lead actress did a phenomenal job. I love the way you react to movies because they are authentic, and you actually pay attention to the dialogue. Some content creator movie reactors constantly talk while the actors are conducting dialogue, and that's how they miss valuable information during the movie. I'm beyond impressed that you focus on dialogue, cinematography, and costume design. Thank you!!!
David Perkins
also, i can't wait for you to see Andor. i feel like, at least in part, you enjoyed Rogue one because it explores the human cost of war. trying to be really careful not to include anything that might be considered a spoiler, i will say that Andor explores these themes to a for greater degree and gives a pretty detailed insight into what life is like living as ordinary people in the empire. really looking forward to watching your journey through Andor! thanks so much for sharing your reaction to this great movie.
