I am enticed by the love Star Wars inspires, watching people who are inspired and excited by the films is wonderful. Something which spreads joy and adoration, I think that's what makes it all the more enjoyable.
Most die hard fans are brought into this world at a young age, it doesn't really work if you're a grown up and watch it for the first time. The reason people love Star Wars is because they watched it as a child, their parents showed them it or it was there from a young age. A fairytale, except instead of starting with 'Once Upon a Time...' this begins with 'A long time ago in a galaxy far away...' There are villains and heroes and princesses, wise men and magic. The stories are about conquering anger and fear and fighting the good fight. It's a story that's been told a thousand times but it's structured and created in way that feels unique and magical in it's own right.
I just wanted to say that I love how people feel so connected to this world which has been created. It's pure entertainment but it appeals to a deeper nature in people, it burrows inside and inspires so much thought and love. It's a fun film, it's exciting and thrilling and hurtles forward without a moments thought, but there is a love and affection which reflects the people who have grown up being inspired by this world.
I find myself not so much bothered that it's a rehash of A New Hope. I enjoyed it for what it was, a fairytale telling the same story but with new and old faces. I enjoy it so much more because it's glorious seeing the world embrace their wonder and joy and just have a good time...
