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“The Force Awakens” is breaking box office records, and two of our writers, Robert Lees and Nathan Swift, have differing opinions on it. Here is a little point-counterpoint piece they wrote together. Beware, major spoilers ahead.
Nathan’s Argument
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is a great movie, and whoever says otherwise has sold their...
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“The Force Awakens” is breaking box office records, and two of our writers, Robert Lees and Nathan Swift, have differing opinions on it. Here is a little point-counterpoint piece they wrote together. Beware, major spoilers ahead.
Rob’s Argument
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has finally come out, and everyone has come off the hype train...
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