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Summary: Some reasons you might enjoy this movie.
Review: Reviewers of this film tend to fall into one of two camps: Those who loved it and those who loved Stars Wars, but were disappointed by this film. I own the video and I intend to buy the DVD. Put me in the "love it" category.I tend to discount the group who were disappointed by this film. Star Wars was a unique case. It was an entirely new kind of film. Nothing in the same genre could ever match the amazement people felt sitting in a theater watching Star Wars in 1977. This was before video and I remember buying every magazine and Star Wars product I could to relive the experience. I couldn't wait to see what would happen to the Star Wars characters in the next two sequels. It's unrealistic to expect to have the same feelings about this film. Lot's of things that happened 23 years ago seem even better now than they actually were. This Star Wars is for a new generation. "Stretch out with your feelings, Luke!" That being said, what is there to like about Episode I? I suggest the following: 1. Amazing special effects. 2. Thrilling chase and battle scenes. 3. A revealing of the origins of beloved Star Wars characters. 4. A strong female character- Queen Amidala. 5. A detailed plot. 6. Surprises. 7. Amazing scenes and settings. 8. More wonderful music by John Williams.
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Summary: Phantom-packed DVD with the-lot
Review: Like as many detractor's of the film as fan's of it I antiscipated the cinematic release like everybody else. Problem is I did'nt expect the same as the previous trilogy to live up to expectation's but felt despite the wonderful although tell-tale CGI effect's there's still something to be said for more organic looking FX however these were on a grander-scale the story itself is fine but somewhat hollow even though it's setting it up for another trilogy the beginning it fall's rather flat all the same. Naturally previous character's Yoda the droid's and Palpatine are great welcoming re-addition's but something sorely lack's with the newly-seen one's like Qui Gon,Amidala and the like that seem devoid of any personality let alone real character although young Obi Wan Kenobi IS VERY GOOD though Ewan McGregor coul'dve been given more than what was presented. Production values were high but even the music score does'nt compare to the other's in the series. Enjoyable for light-weight entertainment but lack's nesscesary dramatic-pull power and involement. Liked the new addition characters Watto,Sebulba and Anakin's mum Shmi Skywalker but agree with most some reviewrs that the casting of Anakin as played by Jake Lyod was an error now forever committed to celluloid. Liam Neeson, Nat Portman were fine, Jar Jar Bink's may have irritated many other's except small kid's but I found him to be more vulnerable,sympathetic and human than the human cast. Rented this a few times since release on video liked it a little more but just not-enough until the terriffic DVD release recently.
If only the wait for the Hamill,Fisher,Ford trilogy weren't so far off in the DVD future.
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Summary: A few flaws, but not nearly as bad as some people say it is.
Review: Nearly every critic this side of the galaxy has bashed The Phantom Menace, saying that the characters are two dimensional and that Jar-Jar is a pain to listen to. They say it lacks a good plot, and the dialouge is atrocious. They say the characters have no real goals, and that the scenes in Coruscant are boring. One of them even said the special effects are'nt that good! DO NOT LISTEN TO THEM! THEY OBVIOUSLY HAVE SOMETHING AGAINST THE GREATEST SCI-FI FRANCHISE IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND! I'll admit that the characters are flat in terms of personality, but I really don't care, because it's Star Wars. Finally, the viewer gets to see at least some of the beginning of the saga, with the rest coming in the next few years. I heard that some people thought that Episode one was to bright and cheerful... well, it has to be, because the next two are going to be VERY dark, with the rise of the Empire and all that. Maybe we'll get lucky and see Jar-Jar die in Episode two! Any way... The special effects in episode one are spectacular. Everything is just so detailed, from the tiny wires in Quadrinaro's Pod racer to the way the trade federation deploys its battle droids... your eyes will will lap it up! But Phantom is'nt just visually stunning, the audio aspects of the film are very impressive also. Every single pod racer has its own unique engine sound, like the nascar blast of Anikin's racer, or the raw powered diesel locomotive of Sebulba's. John William's score is also of equal level. Many people complained because it rarely had the original theme in the score, but I think it is better without it. This is a movie that takes place decades before Episodes four, five, and six, with no rebel alliance or evil empire. There is no Luke Skywalker in a Death star, nor is there a certain "piece of junk" owned by a Han Solo. This is'nt supposed to be like the original Starwars that much, so a new theme is welcome...especially when it's as good as it is. But here's the flaws. The dialogue is bad. It's blank, unemotional blather for the majority of the movie, and Anakin says "Yippie" to much. The characters are the same; blank, unemotional blather for the majority of the movie. They have no concrete goals for them to follow. that's probably why the middle part of the movie is boring to many people (I find it entertaining, because it explains the government, and the corruption within). All things considered, I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Despite it's numerous flaws (most of them small and opinion based) Star Wars Epiode 1- The Phantom Menace is one heck of a ride! Just make sure you bring a blaster pistol along, just in case!
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Summary: May the farce be with you!
Review: I want those 2 1/2 hours of my life back, Lucas! The script was right out of an episode of that really bad Dungeons and Dragons cartoon in the mid-80s, the characters were as deep as a hole dug by Mr Burns using a toothpick and the story was as exciting as watching "Random Hearts" in slo-mo. Save yourselves 2 1/2 hours and stare at a wall instead-it will be as productive!
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Summary: Wonderful!
Review: The Phantom Menace is a wonderful movie, I reccomend it wholeheartedly. The Boxed Set is especially fun, for me at least, you get a small strip of film and a little art book (enthralling for artists!) not to mention better quality movie. My only note is to -please- make sure you've watched the original trilogy... One of my friends that had only watched the Phantom Menace gave me such a startled look when I broke the news that little Anikin grows up to be Darth Vader!
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Summary: Quizzicality
Review: I remember the disbelief and awe I felt when I saw this in the theatre. That someone could make an absolutely stunning work of art like THX-1138... AND THEN MOVE ON TO MINDLESS DRIVEL.
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Summary: Wonderful Special Effects!
Review: This movie is worth checking out! The special effects are incredible...don't be fooled by what others tell you. It may not be a great Star Wars flick...but you should see it anyways. The first 3 films in the past were great, but Episode 1 is much better because the way the scenes were filmed, but the story line was weird. George Lucus once again shows how the galaxy was meant to be seen with today's high special effect wizards!
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Summary: Great Star Wars film for a great Star Wars buff.
Review: This film gets progressively better every time u watch it. Can't wait for Episode 2. PS. Major rumour! U know how a lot of people were ticked that "the force" could only be acquired through DNA? There's a major rumour going around that "the force" will evolve out of its' "Midichlorian" form and into a spiritual sense allowing anyone to access and utilize its' power. U heard it here first.
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Summary: This movie resembled the agility of a Hutt
Review: It took too long to get to good sequences, the good sequences didn't last very long, the storytelling took forever, the humor was too spotty, and the best part of the movie..the much anticipated fight scene took less than even the classic Vader v. Kenobi matchup in Episode IV
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Summary: the matrix
Review: i like all the slow reactions when they jump
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