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Among recent blockbusters, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker exemplifies how bad pacing can undermine a film’s impact. Early in the movie, the audience is told that Emperor Palpatine is alive—a revelation that lacks the buildup and foreshadowing necessary to feel truly impactful. Instead of allowing viewers to absorb and process this major twist, the film rushes through it, treating it as a mere plot convenience rather than a significant story moment.