SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Movie Reaction! | First Time Watch! | Alden Ehrenreich | Woody Harrelson
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Summary
Takeaways
- ❖The host rates 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' a '10 out of 10,' expressing disbelief at its low public reception.
- ❖The film's depiction of Han Solo's early life, including his name origin and first encounter with Chewbacca, is a highlight.
- ❖The emotional weight of Han and Chewie's bond, knowing their future, caused the host to tear up multiple times.
- ❖She praises the casting, particularly Alden Ehrenreich as young Han Solo and Donald Glover as Lando Calrissian.
- ❖The host advocates for more Han Solo films, wanting to continue his journey and explore Kira's backstory.
- ❖The movie effectively establishes Han's 'trust no one' philosophy through his experiences with Beckett and Kira's betrayal.
Insights
1Han Solo's Name Origin
The film reveals how Han acquired the surname 'Solo' from an Imperial officer, signifying his solitary status as an orphan. The host found this moment impactful, connecting it to his character.
The host reacts to the scene where Han is asked his name and states he's 'alone,' leading to the officer naming him 'Solo.'
2The First Meeting of Han and Chewbacca
The host is deeply moved by Han's first encounter with Chewbacca, initially as a beast in a prison pit, and how Han's ability to understand Wookiee leads to their escape and the formation of their lifelong partnership.
The host excitedly anticipates Chewbacca's appearance, recognizing his growls, and is thrilled by their initial interaction and subsequent escape.
3Acquisition of the Millennium Falcon
The host expresses immense excitement watching Han win the Millennium Falcon from Lando Calrissian in a game of Sabacc, noting its significance as a pivotal moment in Star Wars lore.
The host eagerly watches the Sabacc game, reacting to Lando's cheating and Han's eventual victory, exclaiming 'that is how we got our ships, ladies and gentlemen.'
4Kira's Complex Arc and Betrayal
The host is initially saddened by Kira's perceived betrayal of Han but later understands it as a survival mechanism within the Crimson Dawn syndicate, ultimately leading to her working for Darth Maul.
The host reacts with 'No, not Kira!' when the betrayal is revealed, then later reflects on Kira's choices and her ultimate allegiance to 'the ultimate dark.'
5Becket's Influence on Han's Cynicism
The host identifies Beckett's philosophy of 'assume everyone will betray you' as a foundational lesson that shapes Han Solo's later cynical and distrustful personality.
The host explicitly states, 'Now we know where you got that from,' referring to Beckett's advice about betrayal.
Lessons
- Re-evaluate 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' with an open mind, as it offers significant emotional depth and character development for iconic figures.
- Pay close attention to the early interactions between Han and Chewbacca to fully appreciate the foundation of their legendary friendship.
- Consider the film's contribution to the broader Star Wars narrative, particularly how it enriches the understanding of Han Solo's motivations and eventual fate.
Quotes
"Oh my god, this makes my heart hurt so much more with the fact that Han died and Chew's alone now. Like they were like babies together basically and been together all these years. Oh my god, I'm going to cry."
"I don't understand or I don't see why or how some people would not have liked this one. This story. I think it was so cute and I thought was done so well and it just makes me love Han even more. And I want more of his story."
"Han and Chewy are my favorite out of all the characters in Star Wars. Han and Chewy are my fave by far. I love them."
"I get why people are so in awe and like crazy about Star Wars because it's fun, but the world that they built is so entertaining and so it's strange and interesting and captivating in so many ways that you just want to be a part of the world."
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