Fnord wrote:
What it proves is that a well-educated, well-respected person who makes his living by judging the actions of others can also have an opinion on what passes for entertainment in today's popular culture.
Face it; Star Wars has run its course. It is time to put down the lightsaber and do something new.
You do realise he may well be a fan? I am sure there are plenty of doctors, engineers and other professionals who grew up with the Star Wars franchise as part of their childhood and may be just as invested in what Lucas or Disney have done or are doing to the franchise.
What passes for entertainment is in the eye of the beholder.