JJ Abrams responds to the criticism that The Force Awakens is a rehash of A New Hope and he admits it was in so many words. He also offers additional insight on why it's more than just a rehash. In the comments, do not nastily challenge every perspective that differs from yours and don't tell others they're wrong for having a different opinion. Keep it friendly. Agree to disagree and if an exchange gets out of hand it will be deleted. Flickering Myth has the full story.