I’ve pinned down the issue I have with the new Star Wars films and every Marvel film. They are action films completely devoid of adventure.

The original Star Wars films were more adventure than action. Indiana Jones is my favorite superhero. Most recently, the first Pacific Rim and the two Hellboy flicks capture adventure over action.

Action should only serve to heighten the thrill of the adventure.

Action is easy and disposable. Adventure is difficult and memorable.