A new video essay analyzes the screenplays of the two latest Star Wars films, The Force Awakens and Rogue One, to examine the differences between their respective protagonists – Rey and Jyn Erso. Both projects have helped usher in the Disney era of the galaxy far, far away, earning a positive reception from critics and fans, as well as earning massive amounts of money at the box office. Despite their merits, each isn’t without their detractors. Some felt The Force Awakens borrowed too heavily from A New Hope to soft reboot the franchise, and in the case of Rogue One, the characterizations were somewhat undercooked in favor of jaw-dropping visuals. A recurring argument has been Episode VII offers stronger protagonists to latch on to, while Rogue One takes more daring storytelling risks.
It’s a debate that likely won’t go away anytime soon, and there’s no denying it makes for an interesting discussion. ...
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