First SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Reactions Are Here - Is It Another PHANTOM MENACE Or EMPIRE STRIKES BACK?

#Solo was a blast. The Kasdans nail the character of Han Solo. Yes, the story is a series of expected events (Han meets chewie....etc) but none of them happen as expected. Stay away from spoilers, big Marvel-level shit that will make you wonder where Lucasfilm is headed next.

— Peter Sciretta (@slashfilm) May 11, 2018

#Solo feels surprisingly unlike any Star Wars movie before, yet perfectly captures the tone, adventure, characters and humor of the #StarWars franchise. Also, I need a Lando movie in my life.

— Peter Sciretta (@slashfilm) May 11, 2018

It’s hard not to laugh at Becket telling Han before a heist to stick to the plan and absolutely no improvising, seems like a meta commentary on the production problems. Regardless of any of the production problems, the finished film is going to make most fans happy.

— Peter Sciretta (@slashfilm) May 11, 2018

#Solo is afun! I was pleasantly surprised that it worked as well as it did given all the behind the scenes drama & retooling. Charming cast, fun action, good jokes, good fan service but still does its own thing. #StarWars will be fine.

— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) May 11, 2018

Alden made for a fine young Han. He’s not the Harrison Ford Han Solo but there are definitely plenty of homages and familiarity. He made it his own. Chewie and Lando are standouts as is Phoebe Waller-Bridge

— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda) May 11, 2018

ALDEN EHRENREREICH IS HAN SOLO! The movie is an absolute blast to hyperspace! #SoloPremiere #SoloAStarWarsStory #Solomovie

— Umberto Gonzalez (@elmayimbe) May 11, 2018

Wow. Just come out of #SoloAStarWarsStory and can confirm it’s kinda a blast. @donaldglover was as perfect as expected, but Alden Ehrenreich has swagger to match, and spare.

— Joel Meares (@joelmeares) May 11, 2018

Foot heavy on the nostalgia pedal, bit of a rough opening, but could not wipe smirk off my face for most of it. Also: train heist.

— Joel Meares (@joelmeares) May 11, 2018

And also, L3-37 is utter scene stealer #SoloAStarWarsStory

— Joel Meares (@joelmeares) May 11, 2018

#Solo thoughts: Blast.💥 Like the Falcon, a few rough edges getting there, but I thought @RealRonHoward pulled it off as neatly as a Wookiee removes arms.

— Anthony Breznican (@Breznican) May 11, 2018

More #Solo thoughts: Alden Ehrenreich doesn't remind me of Harrison Ford. He reminds me of Jack Nicholson if he's been cast as the smuggler in the original Star Wars. Wiseass. Easily scared. Bigger heart than he'd like. Jake Gittes of the galaxy. pic.twitter.com/gyAloWVmhM

— Anthony Breznican (@Breznican) May 11, 2018

Yes, Lando rules. But you already knew that. #Solo pic.twitter.com/iXSK5uPdYs

— Anthony Breznican (@Breznican) May 11, 2018

#Solo MVP: @JoonasSuotamo, who somehow radiates the soul of Chewbacca from beneath all that fur. pic.twitter.com/zCthMreJ5h

— Anthony Breznican (@Breznican) May 11, 2018

Last thoughts: True surprises. 🤐 Especially Emilia Clarke's Qi'ra and Phoebe Waller-Bridges L3. Not what I expected from them, and unexpected is always welcome. pic.twitter.com/uwtsYtrvhu

— Anthony Breznican (@Breznican) May 11, 2018

Ooo @StarWars fans you are in for a friggin TREAT w/ #Solo. Killer cast. A great adventure. So much fun. #hansolo

— Kara Warner (@karawarner) May 11, 2018

SOLO was SO much better than I was expecting! It balanced fan service w/ meaningful storytelling, and it’s an absolute blast. Full of Easter eggs & deep cut references. The cast oozed charisma, especially Donald Glover as Lando & Phoebe Waller-Bridge as L3-37. #HanSolo #StarWars pic.twitter.com/xzXNWleU15

— Dan Casey (@DanCasey) May 11, 2018

Thrilled to say #SoloAStarWarsStory WORKS. Cast crushed it - true to what we know yet energetic, fresh. Only subpar thing - at least forty minutes wasted on scenes where characters wolf down raw vidalia onions? Third act drags too. Still, this is a REAL Star Wars movie - loved it

— ben mekler (@benmekler) May 11, 2018

Bradford Young’s cinematography is incredible. Painterly light in a grittier #StarWars world than we’ve known. There’s a gorgeous shot of the Millenium Falcon in moonlight that mystifyingly match-cuts to a vidalia onion dripping juice all over a Twi’lek tentacle. Upsetting

— ben mekler (@benmekler) May 11, 2018

Donald Glover is the standout. He IS Lando with even more swagger. I do wish he hadn’t chosen to end every scene by looking directly into the lens and shouting “toss me another, baby” to a camera assistant before receiving, then devouring a full vidalia onion. Otherwise terrific

— ben mekler (@benmekler) May 11, 2018

One thing I didn’t expect was for #Solo to be as emotional as it was. When Han and Chewie meet the energy is just pure magic. Shame it had to be couched in a scene where the two spar over an “exquisite” vidalia in a Togrutan spice market, but to be fair it still worked

— ben mekler (@benmekler) May 11, 2018

I figured if @DisneyStudios was willing to show 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' a few weeks before release it must be good and it absolutely is. Film is a blast and a welcome addition to the Star Wars universe. @RealRonHoward you did a great job. Congrats. pic.twitter.com/1pkWH2y6qE

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) May 11, 2018

Another thing about 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' that really stood out are the action set pieces. They were GREAT and so well choreographed.

Also thought Alden Ehrenreich was perfectly cast as Han Solo. Trust me entire cast was fantastic. Can't wait to see it again. pic.twitter.com/Sh5IC8qnSF

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) May 11, 2018

Got out of #SoloAStarWarsStory and I’m completely floored. This movie seriously holds up! I was on the edge of my seat and had so much fun watching it! Interviewing the stars of the film tomorrow, cannot wait ❣️ pic.twitter.com/7GAr6h2c8q

— Jacki Jing (@JackiJing) May 11, 2018

#SoloAStarWarsStory is reaaaaalllly good. Fun as hell. It’s a straight intergalactic heist movie, kind of refreshing to see a Star Wars movie w/o a Death Star or the rebellion’s fate at stake. Alden Ehrenreich is super impressive as Han, but L3 might be my favorite new character.

— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) May 11, 2018

#SoloAStarWarsStory: It takes a bit for it to find its feet and for AE to turn on enough charm to make you forget he’s not HF. But once it kicks into its hey-let’s-make-a-crew and yes-also-do-a-heist stuff, it totally flies.

— Kate Erbland (@katerbland) May 11, 2018

I don’t want to add too much more — review on Tuesday, y’all — but feel remiss to not add that Donald Glover is a delightful Lando and no one should sleep on what Phoebe Waller-Bridge does as his beloved droid. Solid supporting cast all around, but they are highlights.

— Kate Erbland (@katerbland) May 11, 2018

#SoloAStarWarsStory was a mostly fun adventure and solid performances but with a predictable story. Never will be one of my favorite #StarWars movies but I enjoyed enough of it.

— Dennis Tzeng (@ThinkHero) May 11, 2018

Alden Ehrenreich is the real deal, Thandie Newton is who I want to be when I grow up, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s L3... well we’ll talk about that later. 😃 #SoloAStarWarsStory

— Angie J. Han (@ajhan) May 11, 2018

I loved #SoloAStarWarsStory so much. It’s a western. A caper. Funny with so much heart. It’s got so much surprises that fans are going to love. Donald Glover is charming x1000. Alden Ehrenreich is a great #HanSolo and just know I’ve been saying this for years! Fave new #StarWars.

— Michelle Buchman (@michelledeidre) May 11, 2018

My one GIF review of #SoloAStarWarsStory @starwars pic.twitter.com/g4dGJGZiyF

— Angelique Jackson (@angelique814) May 11, 2018

Solo is straight-up overflowing with winks, but lots of great action. And just when I was thinking, “There’s no way to spoil this movie,” well — enjoy that bit.

— Kristopher Tapley (@kristapley) May 11, 2018

WOW! #SoloAStarWarsStory! I felt like I was watching a @StarWars movie again. So many great moments for the fans AND surprises.. I’ve got the feels after this one...MORE than #InfinityWar.

— Brian Tong (@briantong) May 11, 2018

Don’t get caught up with the director changes and any uncertainty if it affects the move in a negative way. Ron Howard and the team have delivered! THANK YOU!

— Brian Tong (@briantong) May 11, 2018

Infinity War was a spectacle and amazing movie. You know how much I love the MCU. But I’m saying it. #SoloAStarWarsStory was a better MOVIE.

— Brian Tong (@briantong) May 11, 2018

So, I was REALLY worried about #SoloAStarWarsStory but those concerns are totally laid to rest. A movie for fans AND those totally fresh to the Star Wars franchise. Heart, humor and a Falcon full of top notch action. From a worry to a favorite. Very, very happy! pic.twitter.com/VhvBSDFvjE

— Simon Thompson (@ShowbizSimon) May 11, 2018

#SoloAStarWarsStory has a bit of a rough start, but it was a blast of of an adventure. And yes, Donald Glover steals the movie! But you already knew that. pic.twitter.com/4SGiq6tDmQ

— Jenna Busch (@JennaBusch) May 11, 2018

There’s some fun to be had with #SoloAStarWarsStory. Ehrenreich was solid and really enjoyed Glover and Waller-Bridge as L3, but not convinced we needed a young Han Solo movie. Was really hoping for higher stakes, more energy and depth.

— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) May 11, 2018

I really dug #SoloAStarWarsStory! I woke up this morning questioning whether I was excited for this movie and walked out ready to see Han’s next adventure on this path. It’s a super solid movie and feels true to what makes #StarWars fun.

— Terri Schwartz (@Terri_Schwartz) May 11, 2018

Tonally it feels more in line with the TV shows than the core Skywalker films, specifically in the way it introduces colorful new characters you immediately believe have been in the sidelines all this time. Phoebe Waller-Bridges absolutely steals the show. #SoloAStarWarsStory

— Terri Schwartz (@Terri_Schwartz) May 11, 2018

Also the creature design is AMAZING. No milking anyone her. From the droids to the new aliens to everything in between, they feel like they belong in the original trilogies. Seems to lean much more on practical effects than any notable, obtrusive CGI. #SoloAStarWarsStory

— Terri Schwartz (@Terri_Schwartz) May 11, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story is more of what I loved about Rogue One. Most real looking film in the franchise, and the best blaster actions scenes and vehicle chases. #SoloAStarWarsStory

— Rob Keyes (@rob_keyes) May 11, 2018

The first act of SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY can be hit and miss clunky. But once Donald Glover's Lando shows up (who is legit fantastic) and the Kessel Run heist plot kicks in, it's a whole lot of fun. (And those who've always wanted a Han and Chewbacca shower scene are in luck.)

— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) May 11, 2018

It does take a bit to get used to Alden as Han, but after 30 minutes or so your brain adjusts. (Also I've now finally seen Clint Howard in a Star Wars movie.) #soloastarwarsstory

— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) May 11, 2018

Oh, and this is for sure now the Solo Franchise. It's not really hiding the fact it's setting up more Han Solo movies.

— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) May 11, 2018

Oh, thank the maker. It’s good. It’s sooo good. #Solo

— Chris Taylor (@FutureBoy) May 11, 2018

This is the grungiest, most grunt-level blue collar #StarWars ever and I am here for it. #Solo

— Chris Taylor (@FutureBoy) May 11, 2018

Surprise and delight — that was the Kasdan mandate. This movie is going to surprise and delight you out of your seat. #solo

— Chris Taylor (@FutureBoy) May 11, 2018

And when I say surprise, I mean the thing that made jaws drop around the theater. Man, what a hell of a secret to keep. #Solo

— Chris Taylor (@FutureBoy) May 11, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story is a goddamn delight. It’s a non-stop adventure packed with way more emotion than your expecting. You’ll have a smile on your face the whole time and leave eager for more. pic.twitter.com/fOsF7Tr95L

— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) May 11, 2018

Boom. #SoloAStarWarsStory Loved it. Stay off the internet! Avoid spoilers! Great job @RealRonHoward and cast!

— Clayton Sandell (@Clayton_Sandell) May 11, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story is... fine. It's slow to find its footing, but picks up in the second act, and it's definitely fun. Has the occasional prequel problem answering questions I didn't need answers to, but also some fun references. Overall I liked it, didn't love it pic.twitter.com/dV02yRYueA

— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) May 11, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story has a light tone and has some great action sequences. There were great moments but some were a bit too on the nose for me. The Chewie/Han bromance is the thing to watch for.

— Wendy Lee Szany (@WendyLeeSzany) May 11, 2018

After seeing #SoloAStarWarsStory I can confirm one thing: bank on Lando: A Star Wars Story getting a green light by the end of the year. Donald Glover continues to be perfect. pic.twitter.com/ipjq0rcEtX

— Conner Schwerdtfeger (@ConnerWS) May 11, 2018

Wow. #SoloAStarWarsStory was a TON of fun. Felt more like a Star Wars movie than Rogue One. Don’t look up spoilers! It’s full of surprises.

— jo s e p h (@woeisjoe) May 11, 2018