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Summary: Where the Saga Begins...
Review: The events in The Phantom Menace seem so small in restropect by A New hope. Little did we know when The Phantom Menace was first released, that the Trade Federation was a small faction of a larger group of rebellious trade factions that would eventually become the Confederacy of Independent Systems. Nor did we know that during these events, on a far away planet, that millions of Clone Troopers were being created from a deadly bounty hunter and Jedi Master. The Phantom Menace introduces us to the characters that would shape the galaxy in years to come. Queen Amidala (Natalie Portman) is the wise Queen of Naboo who is being silently manipulated by the Sith Lord, Senator Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid). She would later rise to become one of the most influential Senators in the Galactic Senate. Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) is the Jedi Padawan who thinks he can train the young Chosen One, Anakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd) against the wishes of the wise Jedi Master, Yoda (Frank Oz). We also meet a young Jar Jar Binks(Ahmed Best), the character who later becomes an important player in the Loyalist Committee and the Clone Wars. Jar Jar is the last reminder of an innocent galaxy that is about to be gripped by the formidable Empire during the events of Episode III - VI. We also can't forget the introduction of Padme Naberrie and Anakin Skywalker - an introduction that will later have grave consequences for the Jedi and the Galaxy. Although The Phantom Menace may lack some of the more spectactular battle and characters of the later episodes, we must remember that it was all so small and insignificant back then - it was all...innocent.
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Summary: The only way to watch this movie
Review: The only way to watch this movie. Some people have been buying the "pan and scan" version which is a real waste of money. It also comes with some other doo-dads in the box but I was paying for the widescreen version of the movie. If you like this film, buy this version.
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Summary: Every Generation Has a Legend.
Review: This Movie has awesome special effects and an amazing story. It has alot of our favorite character's from the original Star Wars series, like R2-D2, C3PO, Obi-Wan Kanobi, and more. It has everything, drama, action, adventure, even comedy. This is a movie that the whole family will enjoy.
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Summary: EP1 [is bad] no matter how much stuff they put on the DVD
Review: I watched the first time in absolute horror. Then I went back to see it, a second time, and give it a fair shake, sorry. I couldn't stand it the 2nd time either (digitally projected no less) There is nothing remotely satifying in The Phantom Menace. Everyone talks about the stupid pod race like it the greatest thing since sliced bread. It's ok, but let's not get crazy about it. I tried to watch it a 3rd time but shut it off. The acting is terrible!! Jake Lloyd is awful, awful, awful. I see fair attempts with Natalie Portman's character and the Emperor, but the performances are somewhat shallow feeling.
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Summary: Yes I hate Jar-Jar too
Review: But be fair the Movie was trying to play true on so many fans expectations, and take into accout what is almost it's own libary (Meaning hundreds of books comics short storys, ect.) of information about how things happened in the "Star Wars" world. Lucas has said he would not make the last 3 chapter of Luke's story because of this (Well the aging of the main charaters probibly dosn't help the chances...maybe a movie about the twins someday?). Any way The Phantom Menanc was well named what with Senitor Palpatine moving in the direction becoming Emperor Palpatine. I liked this one and can't wait to see the next. The movie looks a lot like what it is... A prequil to the story of Vader, Luke, and Lei. And even with Jar Jar was a lot of fun.
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Summary: A Lot of fun But no DTS?
Review: Much about this movie has been already said. Episode 1 is fun pure and simple. But why can't the DVD be released with DTS? I lowered my opinion from 4 stars to 3 for no other reason. I've been waiting for this release to hear the Pod Race and final llight sabre battle in all its glory in DTS. Maybe the second or third special edition release will have it.
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Summary: lost in space
Review: I don't see how any true starwars fan could recommend this movie. I'ts a total disgrace, and should be totally ignored. The only good part of the movie was the lightsaber battle at the end, but that still doesn't redeem this childish,dumbed down movie. I'll happily watch the first three movies(not the special editions), and make up a story in my own mind to replace this one.
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Summary: AT LAST WE SHALL REVEAL OURSELVES TO THE JEDI...
Review: Episode I - The Phantom Menace is an extremely entertaining movie that was always in danger of drowning after the success of the original saga. We go back to a land far, far away... that is set before Star Wars - A New Hope (Episode IV),where the evil Darth Vader is a child in the form of Annakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd) and it is at this point, that the youngster's destiny begins... enter Qui-Gon Jin, (Liam Neeson) a wise but slightly rebellious Jedi and his younger charge, Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) who free the young boy from eternal slavery on the desert planet of Tatooine. The scene is set for a truly exciting and thrilling saga that merits praise here. It's not the same as the original but that is good as this gives the franchise a newer and fresher angle. The performances are uniformly good, Liam Neeson is very good as is Ewan McGregor and Jake Lloyd. Jar Jar Binks (Ahmed Best) does wrankle slightly but the kids love him. Just sit back and enjoy it, Darth Maul (Ray Park) is the coolest screen villain since the child catcher in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! Roll on the release of the DVD version and can't wait for Episode II - SEAN PRICE-GOOD REVIEW! SEE IT TODAY!!
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Summary: could have been good
Review: I won't take credit for this statement, but I think the guy who said it hit the nail on the head. The thing lacking from Phantom Menace was a human moment. Such as Luke staring off into the setting suns in "Star Wars" while the orchestra played behind him. This simple ten second moment captured the essence of his character. The characters in Phantom Menace had no depth, and that is why it was disappointing. I've read a lot of the "5 Star" reviews that say people who don't like this movie are not "True Fans". I disagree. I've loved Star Wars since I was a child. That means that I want to see the best come from the world that I love, rather than blindly accepting what is fed to them without thinking about it. I can admit that, Phantom Menace is a bad film, that gets worse each time I watch it. (The effects are nice...so what? Give me some interesting characters!)
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Summary: obi is the kewlest! see the new star wars!
Review: An excellant movie for us teens.it has love,adventure,and nice guys. obi wan was the kewlest.i don't know the actors name who plays him but he was cute and had skillz. me and my friends saw this at the theatere and loved the pod race best. the sfx were awesome, never better. the action was super, very exciting. dont you be a loser and check the new star wars out. i sure did! *~bye~* (:pUNk rAwK ChiCkz ruLe:)
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