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Summary: Hollywood is dead¿ so why not Star Wars too?
Review: Let me just mention a few of the folks who should NOT see this movie, nor any subsequent "In-Name-Only" Star Wars picture. If you went over to your neighbor's house to watch Star Wars when it premiered on HBO because you hadn't seen it since it was in theaters about four years earlier, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. If you know that the last cue on the second side of the original Star Wars double-LP soundtrack is "Cantina Band," DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. Similarly, if you fed your memories of the movie on the record "The Story of Star Wars" (because there were no VCR's and you couldn't just see the picture at the drop of a hat) and you recall that the first side fades out just as the Millennium Falcon is being pulled in by a tractor beam, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. If your big brother ever made you an AT-AT (Imperial snow-walker) out of cardboard boxes, Christmas wrapping paper tubes and butter containers (for the feet) and spray-painted it grey because the real ones were too expensive, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. If you ever sent away to Kenner for the Boba Fett figure which was not sold in stores, and wondered if that rocket really shot out of his backpack as was rumored, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. Also, if you had a 12-inch-tall hard plastic Jawa with cloth robe and glowing yellow eyes, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. Finally, if you know what a "Droid Factory" is, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. If you feverishly awaited the new J.C. Penney's Christmas catalog to come in September just so as to salivate over all of the new toys which you were never going to have, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. And, If you ever owned a belt buckle or Dairy Queen cup which read "Revenge" Of The Jedi, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. Ever have a C-3PO light-switch cover that clicked? Then DON'T SEE THIS MOVIE. If you ever tied a kite string from your dresser to your bedpost, and had Luke and Leia swing across just as the door (or cardboard box) was closing on them, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. Or, If you ever had your Mom sew an "X-Wing Ace" badge from a cereal box onto your Cub Scout uniform, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. If you were part of a ceaseless grade school argument between two factions of kids - one side claiming that it was Han Solo who blew up the probe droid on Hoth, the other side claiming it was Chewbacca - DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE. Also, if you finally managed to collect all of the necessary Topps cards to make the picture of Han and Chewy on the reverse, and glued all of the cards together with jigsaw puzzle glaze and hung it up on your wall, DO NOT SEE THIS MOVIE! I might continue for hours, but why all the effort? Gee whiz, folks, I'm surprised that YOU'RE surprised. Did you really expect the glow of those magic days to stick around for two decades? Did you think that the coarsening, the cheapening, the phony in-your-face strutting of attitude and the "brooding intensity" which now pass for entertainment would not cast a pall on anything made in the era they ushered forth? You believed that Star Wars was exempt? Nah, it wasn't so even in the 1970s. If there is one defining characteristic of the 70s, it is that it was a decade of nostalgia. Nostalgia mainly for the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, and in the case of Mr. Lucas, the 1950s. Old comic strip reprints. Old movie re-releases. LP re-pressings of Louis Armstrong and Annette Hanshaw and The Shadow Radio program. Coffee table books about Art Deco and Clark Gable and 1937 Cord Phaetons. Don't get me wrong, Star Wars was not just a fancy-pants rehash of Buck Rogers - it stood quite well on its own two feet. But we know (now) from whence it came, and there ain't a thing wrong with that. It was an improvement, and simultaneously a capsulation of all those thrills of yesterday. But now, these new pictures are not coming from that Golden World of the "B" serials. Heck, they're not even coming from the real Star Wars trilogy. They're coming from the frantic, deadly-serious glut of permutations and spin-offs generated in the interim between 1983 and the present in the form of books, graphic novels, video games, cult-like fanzines, and the like (none of which I have ever paid the least attention to, incidentally. The Star Wars saga ended for me when I finally put my Millennium Falcon in the basement.) I scratch my head that anyone who grew up with the real Star Wars movies went to see this one. You see, I didn't. Now of course, that negates my review automatically. Or does it? Maybe I loved the true Star Wars days, now gone but not to be forgotten, so much that it was my choice to leave them protected in a sort of time-proof bubble. A bubble which I choose not to have punctured by any latter-day variations on a theme by Mr. Lucas. No deepening, no expanding of the Star Wars universe for me, if you please. I know all I need to know: good defeated evil, and a fine time was had by all. So, if you're one of the old timers in the Star Wars game, let me humbly suggest to you the same quiet refusal to have your memories augmented or re-written. Three grand and glorious pictures were enough. In fact, they're all the TRUE Star Wars we're ever going to get. And moreover...they're all we need.
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Summary: What a Rip
Review: Being a Star Wars fan from way back, I was really excited to go to this new movie. I was quickly surprised at the very poor acting and dialog! It never even occured to me that would ever be an issue in a Lucas film! The emotion and interaction was wooden and given with all the enthusiasm of Ben Stein! I can't believe the line ups and the 4 star review. Did the rest of you see a different movie than I did? I felt like I'd been hit with a bucket of cold water. The 5 other people that went with me to the show were equally, or more, disappointed.
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Summary: George has always been Back!
Review: I found this movie entertaining, fun, dramatic and star wars! It was so great to watch. AOTC plot is so complex, and great. I want to see what star wars some fans will make. HAHA AOTC does have problems but really any movie does, let me go back to the quote "Anyone can find flaws with a film. From "Gone With The Wind" to "Schindler's List," if you enter the film with skepticism you can pick any narrative apart. In the case of "Episode II," it is Lucas' continued imagination that makes it all click" is AOTC really that freaking bad as some people say. I mean really? Go have some fun!
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Summary: A rousing, captivating screen adventure.
Review: Fifth in the Star Wars series, this entry focuses on an assassination attempt on Queen Amidala's life, the love that buds between her and Anakin (Hayden Christensen), and Obi-Wan Kenobi's investigation of a growing army that could threaten the Republic. As expected, this sci-fi adventure is excellent in the visual department, with stunning vistas, brilliantly-conceived worlds, and awe-inspiring and frightening alien creatures. The action sequences are amazing, and the final half-hour delivers simply the best large-scale battle scene in ANY fantasy/adventure (as everybody knows, it concludes with a fight between a dark Jedi and Yoda in a duel that has to be seen to be believed). The dialogue is spotty, but the performances are convincing and earnest (Ewan Mcgregor stands out as Kenobi, and Samuel L. Jackson creates a fierce, honorable warrior in Mace Windu) and the story is interesting and suspenseful. Rousing and lots and lots of fun, Attack of the Clones is the second-best of the Star Wars series(behind only The Empire Strikes Back).
**** 1/2 out of *****
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Summary: A Grand, Flawless Epic.
Review: Episode II is a triumph. The love story between Padme Amidala and Anakin Skywalker is beautifully executed, the battle scenes (in particular Obi Wan Kenobi against Jango Fett in the rain) are thrilling and beautifully shot and the fuller integration of Jedi Master Mace Windu (a superb Samuel L. Jackson) is an inspired move that I believe will stand the series is good stead for years to come. Ewan McGregor is also a bright spot, his newly mature and bearded Obi Wan is really the moral center of this film and does the work and legend of Sir Alec Guiness proud. The newly digitized Yoda (kicking [rear]!) is a stroke of brilliance and should garner George Lucas an Oscar nod next year for special effects. The Gorgeous Natalie Portman has matured into an even lovlier Padme' and plays the role with an understated passion and dignity that makes one truly fall in love with her. The only quibble I have is the lack of rage and intensity exhibited by newcomer Hayden Christenson. While his scenes with Portman are well played, he simply lacks the anger and edge I believe is necessary to become the evil genius that we know as Darth Vader, make him cruel and dangerous!
Overall, this is a brilliant, stunning modern epic that will easily eclipse the other "Star Wars" films (except "The Empire Strikes Back" of course) and can stand alongside any sci-fi movie proudly. George Lucas should be proud.
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Summary: May the Shwartz...i mean Force be with you.
Review: This was by far one of the greatest star Wars, for sooo many good reasons: 1)it had the foreshadowing of everything
-Death Star
-StormTroopers
-Palatine taking over
-Anakin turning to the Dark side ( and for the info Vader is NOT a sith, he is a Dark Jedi)
-Obi-wan's death
-The Death of all the Jedis
2)Lot of Action packed scene combining Romance with fighting. 3)Padme was Frikin HOT!!!! 4)You could see more than 100 lightsabers in ONE scene. 5)YODA ROCKED THE HOUSE!!!! 6)Jar Jar Binks had less than 4 minutes of screenplay (THANK YOU GOD) the only bad thing about it was Anakin's petty dialogue
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Summary: ATOC revives Star Wars Franchise
Review: Many opinions of this film already, but here is mine. ATOC should be taken for what it is...this summer's most sprawling visual film, possiibly the most intense technological movie of all time to make. It will leave die-hard fans a little tired, many of the issues that have been problems in the past do re-surface (especially dialog), but all and all it is the best movie since Empire Strikes Back. The Characters: Padme: acting still a little flat, but definetly improved. Dooku: Christopher Lee is more relevant in his role as dooku than he has been in decades. We could have used more input from his character, however. Much like Darth Maul, he has a large connection to the film and the folklore, but there isn't enough time to care about all of the issues and characters in this film. His performance will likely fall through the cracks. Anakin: Hayden Christenson's performance was excellent, and a highlight of the whole series.(Spoiler) Most people will agree, he carries the film. It's too bad they cut the scene on Tatooine of him killing the sandpeople. Can't wait to see him in the next film. Obi Wan: Ewan McGregeor surprised me, in that he matures in this film and is faced with the daunting task of mirroring a young Alec Guinness. Watch his mannerisms, you'll agree..a strong impersonation of Alec's role. Too bad his screen parts are a little choppy. Again part of the difficulty of telling such a broad epic in 2 hours and 20 mins. Yoda: It's all true, the guy rocks. Missing the quirkness of the Empire film, though. He's not going to scurry for snacks in anyone's backpack this time. Curious how these character's evolve in reverse. Mace Windu: This guy is a stupid character. In both movies, he appears sullen and doesn't bring anything positive to the table. In most key situations, he acts more like a tax dodger instead of a jedi. It will be a relief not to see him again. My vote for stupidist character ever...even Jar Jar can handle some responsibility. What is this guy's meta-chloridian count anyways? 3? The story: Real good, but may need a couple of viewings to see the importance of the story. It flies by at times, and anything with politics involved gets a little boring to some. Overall, much improved, and good setup to Episode 3. Continuity Issues:(Contains spoilers) No one has mentioned this before, but here it is. Seems to me that Palpatine is the Emperor. Notice how he has manipulated himself to the Senate. Does anyone not notice the importance of the new trade federation disputes,and the underlying theme that the Emperor is an enemy within. It's my opinion that Palaptine will turn up as the catalyst of the next movies plot, as he has now been granted unlimited powers over the Republic. This is the story that sneaks up on us...how the dark side comes to dominance in the Republic. In this movie, there is a scene where Anakin and Palpatine obviously know each other well. Palpatine praise him, and says he will be the greatest of all Jedi in time (foreshadowing an evil sub-plot) once he learns not to doubt himself. Meantime, Count Dooku is telling Obi Wan about how the dark side is already ruling the Republic council (meaning Palpatine is in control.) To me, this is the most interesting sub-plot, the rise of Palpatine to Emperor, and what he's going to do to start the Star Wars. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!
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Summary: The Best So Far
Review: Episode II: Attack of the Clones had all of the elements that made Episode IV: A New Hope (originally "Star Wars") and Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back so thrilling, plus a bit more. Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman and Hayden Christensen were perfectly cast and gave excellent performances. My fanaticism in Star Wars has definitely been rejuvenated! The only problem is that three years is FAR too long to wait for Episode III. George Lucas is brillant.
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Summary: WoW!!
Review: This was an interesting movie from Lucas. He always films amazing pictures. This wasn't the best star wars movie, but the graphics where awsume! Piece!!
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Summary: What's with the 5-star reviews and the 1-star reviews?
Review: It's called "The Emperor's New Clothe". The ones 'blown away' by this movie, I believe, are blinded by the name "Star Wars" and "George Lucas". This combination can do no wrong. The ones who see this movie for what it is, stand to be a minority but a worthy bunch. Because at a time when the mob mentality rules, they refuse to be duped. I gave 1-star because I am a saddened original trilogy fan. What makes me sad is the way Lucas and Company uses the original trilogy to milk more money and to cheat the trilogy's many adoring fans with "clones" that have no spirit and no life. What started out as a young man's dream about the universe and the "force" now is reduced to....self-denial, grandiosity, and pretension.
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