Movie Review: ‘Solo’: Smirkfest Grates

Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
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When Lucasfilm was casting the iconic role of Han Solo from “Star Wars,” you’d think they’d want to do a bang-up job of it. But no—a complete whiff—the new kid (Alden Ehrenreich) ain’t got it. Whatsoever.

Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the senior film critic for The Epoch Times and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism Is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is featured in the book "How to Be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to films, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, rock-climbing, qigong, martial arts, and human rights activism.