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Mark Hamill Reveals How He Really Feels About Controversial Star Wars Film The Last Jedi
Star Wars legend Mark Hamill has clarified how he really feels about his iconic character's transformation in the most recent trilogy. Mark originated the role of Luke Skywalker in the first Star Wars trilogy, returning for the sequels in the latest instalments, which were released over the course of the 2010s. However, it's fair to say that The Last Jedi, the eighth film in the so-called 'Skywalker saga', has gone on to become one of the most divisive in Star Wars history, partly due to – among other things – huge changes made to Mark's character. While promoting the film, Mark admitted he had a hard time getting to grips with his character's new dark outlook on life, claiming in 2017 that he'd tried to tell director Rian Johnson: 'Jedis don't give up. I mean, even if he had a problem, he would maybe take a year to try and regroup, but if he made a mistake he would try and right that wrong.' 'Right there, we had a fundamental difference,' Mark told Spain's SensaCine. 'But, it's not my story anymore. It's somebody else's story, and Rian needed me to be a certain way to make the ending effective.' 'I almost had to think of Luke as another character. Maybe he's Jake Skywalker – he's not my Luke Skywalker,' he added, concluding that he 'still [hasn't] accepted it completely'. Mark was asked about these comments recently during an appearance on Jesse Thorn's podcast Bullseye, admitting he wished he'd 'kept that to myself' and insisting that he thinks The Last Jedi is 'a great movie'. 'Rian Johnson is one of the most gifted directors I've ever worked with,' he explained. 'The fact that I went public with my dissatisfaction with the motivation for Luke becoming a suicidal hermit might have coloured things in a way that, maybe, I should have kept that to myself.' The Disney Legends recipient went on to share that to get his head around his character's new attitude, he came up with an elaborate backstory that would justify why Luke Skywalker had changed so much. 'I thought, 'What could make someone give up a devotion to what is basically a religious entity, to give up being a Jedi?' Well, the love of a woman,' Mark explained, before revealing this backstory involved Mark falling in love and having a child, who died as a toddler in an accident involving an unattended lightsaber. He claimed: 'I hear these horrible stories about these children who find unattended guns and wind up dead. That resonated with me so deeply.' While Rian Johnson seemingly 'didn't have the time to tell a backstory like that', Mark said he still kept the idea – which resulted in Luke's grief-stricken partner taking her own life – in his head while shooting The Last Jedi. The latest Star Wars trilogy concluded with the film The Rise Of Skywalker, which also featured a surprise appearance from Harrison Ford as Han Solo. Although the movie was shot long after Carrie Fisher's death, she also appeared as General Leia in Star Wars through the use of unseen footage from The Force Awakens. Carrie's daughter Billie Lourd also played Leia in one flashback sequence. Listen to Mark Hamill's full interview on Bullseye with Jesse Thorn. George Lucas Finally Reveals Why Yoda Talks Like That, 45 Years After The Character Was Introduced The Acolyte Star Jodie Turner-Smith Voices Upset At Disney's Handling Of Racist Backlash Natalie Portman Reveals How She Really Feels About Those Star Wars Prequels
Daily Record
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Star Wars films ranked from best to worst with unexpected movie in third spot
Rotten Tomatoes has ranked all 12 Star Wars films from worst to best, and some fans may be left fuming at the top three Star Wars, initially conceived by George Lucas as a simple space adventure, has since evolved into one of the globe's most influential franchises, reshaping our cultural milieu. Devoted followers have made it their life's work to watch every film and TV spin-off, immersing themselves in the grand space saga. However, each viewing raises an inevitable question: which Star Wars film reigns supreme? Rotten Tomatoes has stepped in to settle this debate, ranking all 12 films based on audience ratings. Fans may be surprised to discover the top three contenders. The overall score is determined by viewer ratings, ranging from one to five stars. This method propelled the 1977 feature to an impressive 94%, securing its position at the top. Die-hard Star Wars enthusiasts might be taken aback to find that among the highest-rated films, coming in third place is a recent addition, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, reports the Mirror US. Introduced to the franchise in 2015, this narrative marked the contentious first release following Disney's acquisition of Lucasfilm. This signalled the beginning of Disney's reign, which subsequently gave birth to a plethora of new characters and narratives in countless Disney original series. The Force Awakens marks the beginning of the sequel trilogy and stands as the seventh installment in the Skywalker Saga. It has elicited mixed reactions from fans of the original series. One reviewer praised: "Easily the best 'first entry' of the three trilogies. Loved the characters. The story was great. Beautiful to see and hear and, most importantly, care about. There are some bad Star Wars films, and this is not one of them." Another fan expressed added: "Force Awakens is nearly perfect. I loved the pacing, acting, action, characters, and story. It's my favorite Star Wars film." At the pinnacle of many rankings remains the cinematic pioneer, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. This seminal work introduced audiences to now-iconic performers like Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Harrison Ford as Han Solo, and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia. Fans continue to treasure this relatively modest production even decades later. There's a general consensus that A New Hope deserves the foremost position for starting the enduring space odyssey. Admirers echo their enduring affection for what they see as a trailblazing classic in the science fiction genre. One such accolade read: "Star Wars: A New Hope is a timeless classic that revolutionized science fiction with its groundbreaking visual effects and unforgettable score. "For its time, the film pushed the boundaries of cinematic storytelling, launching the legendary careers of actors like Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford. More than just a space adventure, it's a masterpiece anchored in the powerful theme of hope-reminding viewers that even in the darkest times, light can break through." Sitting proudly at second place is 'Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back', the franchise's second film released in 1980. This fan-favourite clinched nearly the top spot with an impressive 93% Rotten Tomatoes rating, tying with the third-ranked film. At the very end of the list, in twelfth position, we find 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars'. The 2008 animated feature didn't quite capture fans' hearts as much as the seven-season TV series did, scraping together a meagre 15% on Rotten Tomatoes. In stark contrast, the ninth instalment, 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker', leaps significantly higher with a 51% score. Whether you're keen to immerse yourself in the entire saga, check out the highest-rated flick, or perhaps revisit the lowest-scoring one, every original and Disney addition to the Star Wars canon is now available for your viewing pleasure on Disney+.
