The Force Awakens, defining artistic goodness, and expressing worldview in cinema, literature, and music. Following up on our previous conversation about _The Force Awakens_, this week we look at what makes art _good_, especially in the context of film. Was the latest _Star Wars_ actually a good movie? Music - “Rey’s Theme” from _Star Wars: The Force Awakens_, by John Williams. Fair use. Utterly lovely. - “Winning Slowly Theme” by Chris Krycho, who still thinks that when he grows up he’d like to be a composer like John Williams. Sponsors Many thanks to the people who help us make this show possible by their financial support! This month’s sponsors: - Andrew Fallows - Jeremy W. Sherman - Jeremy Cherfas If you’d like to support the show, you can make a pledge at Patreon.com/winningslowly or give directly at cash.me/$winningslowly