So I saw “The Force Awakens”

[This post is FILLED WITH SPOILERS. You’ve been warned.]

I’d been looking forward to this movie for a long time.Star Wars is what got me into science fiction to begin with, so the news that Episode VII was coming out was kind of a huge deal for me. I had some concerns, but for the most part, I was excited.

Just saw it tonight.

Reaction? Somewhat underwhelmed.

There’s a lot to like about it. It embraces a refreshingly new and diverse cast while bringing back old favorites, and there are some g...