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Summary: One of the worst movies I've seen in a while.
Review: Well I wouldn't dream of saying that Lucas released this movie simply for an overwhelming amount of money and forgot how to make a good, entertaining film. The plot was non-existant. The characters were pretty bad(where did they get these names from)? And for the love of god, someone put a cap in jar jar, I truly could not stand seeing him at all. Overall this movie really sucked. Although I liked previous 3 movies, in my opinion this one falls short tremendously.
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Summary: not as we know it...
Review: Well I'm no great fan of sci-fi but there is a magic about Star Wars I don't doubt so curiosity and childhood memories dragged me to the cinema to check out the new face of Star Wars. The beauty of the original Star Wars films was their ability to make the glittering effects a part of the story, not just a distraction. In a time now of special effects but stale films it is near impossible to make a Star Wars film to live up to the expectations of the fans. Given what they were up against I think the makers of The Phantom Menace were on the right lines. Dodgy characters and tacky acting aside it has that Star Wars touch to it.So what was wrong with the acting? Liam Neeson does a fantastic job with Obi-Wan, his character almost single-handedly holding the atmosphere together. Ewan McGregor is a bit more stale but the rest of the cast pretty much stink. It wasn't till R2D2 popped up and started warbling that a smile returned to my face and I remembered I was still watching Star Wars. Unfortunately the problem with Star Wars is that it is such a commercial prospect for toy companies and suchlike that we inevitably get the 'kiddy' aspect which comes in the form the Jar Jar character. I wanted to cry with embaressment. What this lacked was the mystery and the suspense that existed in The Empire Strikes Back, instead the makers have gone for the more commercial childs version that was Return of the Jedi. Its all a matter of what audience to please and all the Star Wars films have the same atmosphere but approached at different angles. We'll probably find the next one is a lot darker as we are led up to the Star Wars so many know and love. Theres plenty of moments in here that shine but its a case of glueing them all together. The moments which oozed Star Wars magic for me were the fantastic fight sequence with Darth Maul towards the end, the enemy soldier robot things and the general atmosphere of the Emperor himself. More of this and less of the Jar-Jar guy please, lets have a Star Wars film more for the adults than for the kids next time so we all get a taste of the pie. ps : wanted to give it 3 and a half stars.
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Summary: Its Star Wars... but not as we know it
Review: Well I'm no great fan of sci-fi but there is a magic about Star Wars I don't doubt so curiosity and childhood memories dragged me to the cinema to check out the new face of Star Wars. The beauty of the original Star Wars films was their ability to make the glittering effects a part of the story, not just a distraction. In a time now of special effects but stale films it is near impossible to make a Star Wars film to live up to the expectations of the fans. Given what they were up against I think the makers of The Phantom Menace were on the right lines. Dodgy characters and tacky acting aside it has that Star Wars touch to it. So what was wrong with the acting? Liam Neeson does a fantastic job with Obi-Wan, his character almost single-handedly holding the atmosphere together. Ewan McGregor is a bit more stale but the rest of the cast pretty much stink. It wasn't till R2D2 popped up and started warbling that a smile returned to my face and I remembered I was still watching Star Wars. Unfortunately the problem with Star Wars is that it is such a commercial prospect for toy companies and suchlike that we inevitably get the 'kiddy' aspect which comes in the form the Jar Jar character. I wanted to cry with embaressment. What this lacked was the mystery and the suspense that existed in The Empire Strikes Back, instead the makers have gone for the more commercial childs version that was Return of the Jedi. Its all a matter of what audience to please and all the Star Wars films have the same atmosphere but approached at different angles. We'll probably find the next one is a lot darker as we are led up to the Star Wars so many know and love. Theres plenty of moments in here that shine but its a case of glueing them all together. The moments which oozed Star Wars magic for me were the fantastic fight sequence with Darth Maul towards the end, the enemy soldier robot things and the general atmosphere of the Emperor himself. More of this and less of the Jar-Jar guy please, lets have a Star Wars film more for the adults than for the kids next time so we all get a taste of the pie. ps : wanted to give it 3 and a half stars.
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Summary: FINALLY IT'S HERE
Review: Well i've been waiting for this moment for 3 years. I can't see why everybody thought it was a bad film. You've got to view it as a completely different film. Don't compare it to the other 3 films. When i saw this film in the Cinema i was in shock "STAR WARS" "oops sorry i dribbled !!" I think that the film was excellent a well thought out plot that has started to reveal the truth. Just get it even if you already got the video. Come on George Release The rest !!!!
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Summary: The chosen one ?
Review: Well its much the same story as Godfather III , good movie considering hollywood doesnt make any good movies for years now,
but Bad compared to the rest. The effects are excellent, and its more like an experience not tears and drama or interest. this movie is purely philosophical one, if some of the die hard star wars fans didnt get it by now, They must look at the big picture. yes Darth Vader wasnt bad after all, and the Idea is for mankind, that Satan could be in each and every one of us. The movie has very deep messages and call it a 5 year olds ? you all have to watch this movie again and check your heads. peace and love.
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Summary: Looks like Disney "done it"
Review: Well like others who miss the orignal star wars I can finally pronounce this one DOV (dead on viewing) it seems like Disney got hold of this one and made it "cuter" sure it trys to appeal to everyone cute aliens,mystical message and all that but nothing about this could really hold my attention. George Lucas should follow the yellow brick road not try to recreate it.
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Summary: In a galaxy far far away things got lame!
Review: Well now, I've given this movie 4 chances now. And i still hate it. Dont get me wrong, I grew up watching star wars every day. But this movie isnt star wars, It seems to be a 2 hour long comercial for hasbro, And the many other marketing scemes G.L. has come top exploit with his movies. But you cant blame him, After all it's all about the bottom line, eh?
If the next two movies reflect any similartiy to this one i'll be staying away from them. And if jar jar makes another apearance, Oh please help us all. And for george, Why not focus on a movie instead of money? You had a great thing, And now it just seems tainted. Well kids im almost finished whining. One last thing, Make george put the indiana jones movies on dvd dang it! Oh yeah, the movie got 2 stars cause even i have to admit the battle shots ruled, May the force be with your wallet, I know it's with georges'.
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Summary: Worst movie ever.
Review: Well Star Trek V used to be listed as my number one worst movie of all time, but this one edged it out. I loved the others and was so disappointed at this movie which is basically a 2 hour toy advertisment. I heard Lucas's defense of the quality of the movie was that the movie is "for kids". Kid are not stupid George. Also nice rip off of the virgin birth story, geeze can you get less orignial?
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Summary: The Force is strong in this one. Episode 1 on DVD 10/16/2001
Review: Well Star Wars fans, the wait is finally over. George Lucas has crumbled under fan pressure and is finally going to release Episode 1 on dvd. As a fan, I can only hope that this is just the beginning!! Fans desperately want Episodes 4-6 on DVD, but we'll settle for this for now. Hey George, how about getting together with Steven Spielberg and finally put out the Indy Jones Trilogy as well?? Anyways folks, here is what you will be getting. I'm sure more stuff will be announced but this is it for now. Enjoy! At about 480 minutes in length, it features over six hours of additional bonus material, including brand new visual effects sequences executed just for the DVD release. * The Phantom Menace, mastered by THX for superior sound and picture quality, presented in Anamorphic Widescreen and Dolby 5.1 Surround EX (English), Dolby 2.0 Surround (English and Spanish), and Dolby 2.0 Surround (French, for Canadian release) * Audio commentary by Writer-Director George Lucas; Producer Rick McCallum; Co-Editor and Sound Designer Ben Burtt; Visual Effects Supervisors Scott Squires, John Knoll and Dennis Muren; and Animation Supervisor Rob Coleman, offering personal insights into the making of the film * Seven never-before-seen deleted scenes with full visual effects completed just for the DVD release * "The Beginning" -- an all-new hour-long documentary culled from over 600 hours of footage offering unprecedented access inside Lucasfilm and ILM during the making of Episode I * Multi-angle storyboard to animatic to finished film feature, that lets you flip through the various phases of development of key action sequences * Five behind-the-scenes featurettes exploring The Phantom Menace's storyline, designs, costumes, visual effects and fight scenes * The popular "Duel of the Fates" music video that debuted in 1999 * All 12 parts of the Lynne's Diaries, the web documentaries that first appeared at starwars.com * Galleries of theatrical posters, print campaign, and never-before-scene production photos * Original theatrical teaser and launch trailers * Seven TV spots including the "tone poems" That's it for now. Purchase this dvd and the force will be with you, always.
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Summary: The best movie ever.
Review: Well thats an understatement I enjoy th whole Star Wars saga. And this is the cherry to top the ice cream sundae. Unlike others I think Jar Jar isn't totally annoying. I heard on the dvd you will be able to take jar jar away. If your looking for a star wars site go to theforce.net
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