Nien Nunb in Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983)
But other than being Kenyan-portrayed characters, Maz Kanata and Nien Nunb to me also shine as symbols of this new chapter; a seamless mashup of the traditional and the new. Old favorites like Han, Chewie, C-3PO, R2-D2, Leia and Luke provide tender moments of throwback nostalgia while the fresh faces merge organically into the story.And it is here where the real stars of the show are to be found; the freshmen Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver and John Boyega as Rey, Kylo Ren and Finn respectively. Daisy and John in particular embody everything that is good and universal about Star Wars- fearlessness, humor and a youthful swagger. The first Star Wars film A New Hope launched the careers of previously unknown Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher (also elevating little-known Harrison Ford to superstardom) and the trend will surely continue with Daisy and John. A very special nod also goes to the scene stealing droid BB-8!Ultimately, The Force Awakens will go down as not only one of the most memorable movies of 2015 but of cinema history. It is thrilling, it is entertaining, it is touching and it is a must-watch. The best holiday gift Hollywood will ever give us.