I would have to agree. Although a bit dark in parts it tied the new to the old quite well. Always helpful to have a star wars fan helping to explain some of the subtleties too.
I would have to agree about choosing Portman over the darkside (what man wouldn't want her). The dope actually caused her death because he was too consumed with himself. Note: lesson to all men choose the girl instead of your ego and everyone will be much happier. Hey JT was that your alter ego?