JJ Abrahams had 2 options; to make a movie that would make the new generation to feel like their parents felt when the first one was out or to create something completely new. The latter was way too risky and Disney wouldn't have allowed it. Having said that, I really enjoyed the movie a lot, this what the Star Wars fan were waiting for. It's too similar to the original movie but the new characters are promising and the mysteries that surround the story makes it more interesting. The only other complaint is that the movie is too fast paced and at times overwhelming.