Star Wars During Sefirah

I've been asked by a lot of people whether one is allowed to see the last Star Wars in movie theaters during sefirah. I'm not a posek but my gut tells me "No" and that is the answer that I've received from every rabbi with whom I've discussed the issue. One also pointed out that this movie is probably worse than most movies, in that there is something uniquely festive about seeing the final Star Wars movie. Those of us who grew up in the US during the 70s and 80s understand that.

On that note, see the kind words that David Letterman had for those overly eager fans who camped out for the first showing (here).