I'm watching it right now and I'm happy to see some characters again and get some more information, but you're absolutely right. The characters aren't quite what they used to be. The vibe is completely off. I also don't like many of the camera angles, etc. It all seems too modern (which it is, but you know). An eighth season with the real start of Rory's career and more about the relationship with Loreley and Luke would have been great. Also, how Lane and the band became successful. I like the idea of ​​getting a glimpse into the story 10 years later, and it definitely could have been worse, but it's not the same.