For me, anticipation and expectation for this film was perhaps even greater than for The Force Awakens, as the 1982 original is by far one of my all-time favourites and seeing a sequel was never expected. Thankfully, Villeneuve has delivered a truly wonderful, beautiful movie. As Harrison Ford has been saying on the press tour, a major factor was waiting for the right story, and this one certainly is strong as its links to the earlier story are cleverly meshed with this film's compelling central story. The director's cool and controlled style works beautifully with the material and the glorious visuals - this is a contemplative and steady film for the most part that demands attention over its long running time, but it is an experience to savour and in which to luxuriate. Gosling is absolutely terrific in the lead role, and Ford does some great work with surprising developments to his character's story. The soundtrack is not up to the original iconic Vangelis score, but the soundscapes work extremely well in context and are more than just a carbon copy. The only real concern is with the very questionable and quite alarming gender politics, but this does not detract from what is a genuinely mesmerising, stunning and hugely satisfying achievement overall.
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