Post by Abdun N.A. on May 22, 2005 12:55:56 GMT 8
Read on my own review on Star Wars Episode 3, or you can also read it at my blog at boulevard25.blogspot.com/ and leave your comments there 
P/S: You may or may not agree with my review.
According to Peter Parker in his first Spider-Man movie, he said, “Just like any story worth telling, this story is about a girl…” And like most other stories/movies out there, Star Wars 3 story is also about a girl. We know now, one of the main reasons that propel ‘the chosen one’ Anakin Skywalker to be the ‘dark person’ Darth Vader is because, Anakin wants to prevent his wife, Amidala from a certain death. And to do that, he has to learn something that can only be learned “…not from a Jedi”, but from a Sith Lord.
Of course, there are other factors like a power-hungry ruler who does not want to lose his power. In doing so, he wages a phony war, so much of trying to save democracy. He disguises himself under that evil hood, trying not reveal his true self, his true nature. Although only disfigured after some time into the movie, he is long disfigured by his lust and evil intentions. Worse still, he manipulates the trust that Anakin has put on him and drags him into the dark hole.
The relevance of a power-hungry ruler and his phony war to that George Bush and its war against terror is undeniably true and apparent. Let’s just hope it does not have ‘Anakin’ by its side, or perhaps it already does?
Back to Star Wars - Star Wars saga has passed through many generations. Star Wars 4 to 6 were the first movies laden with special effects and believable storyline about the outer space. With its light sabers, space ships and plenty of aliens and planets, it was like watching most boys’ dream came true. Although the technology used was rudimentary by today’s computer standard, everything had to start from somewhere.
The special effects in Star Wars 3 are much better, not just to Parts 4 to 6, but also compared to Parts 1 and 2. The opening battle scenes are splendidly done and fast paced, while the CGI characters (nope, Yoda is no longer a puppet or acted by a small person) are amazingly rendered. Also, watch out for this General Grievous, a strategist with a bad cough, half flesh, and half metal.
The movie also has its unforgettable moments. Like the time when Kenobi defeated General Grievous and the silent moment between Anakin and Amidala, each with their own thoughts and worries. The final duel between Anakin and Kenobi is also rather heart wrenching. We can feel the pain for Kenobi’s failure as a Jedi, a mentor and a big brother as he leaves Anakin behind lying on the ground, defeated.
All in all, this movie leaves behind a breath-taking experience, the best in the prequel trilogy. Its ending completes the whole saga circle. As Lucas had admitted, 60% of the plot is contained in Episode 3, while 20% is in each Episodes 1 and 2. Perhaps, this is the reason why we can’t really fully empathise with Anakin’s struggle; probably due to very bad script, acting and directing in Episodes 1 and 2.
Lucas should have concentrated in building Anakin’s character and put 40% of the plot in just one episode (name it Episode 1). Then, the Clone Wars cartoon should be a movie instead (Episode 2) with modifications here and there. FYI, Clone Wars is a feature length cartoon which shows the events that lead to Episode 3.
But then, that’s just my opinion - I’m no George Lucas. Much can be said about the Star Wars saga, but that would still be not enough. By the way, do you know that works are already in progress to remake Star Wars Episodes 4, 5 and 6?.......................................................................... Hahahaha, gotcha!!!
P/S: You may or may not agree with my review.
According to Peter Parker in his first Spider-Man movie, he said, “Just like any story worth telling, this story is about a girl…” And like most other stories/movies out there, Star Wars 3 story is also about a girl. We know now, one of the main reasons that propel ‘the chosen one’ Anakin Skywalker to be the ‘dark person’ Darth Vader is because, Anakin wants to prevent his wife, Amidala from a certain death. And to do that, he has to learn something that can only be learned “…not from a Jedi”, but from a Sith Lord.
Of course, there are other factors like a power-hungry ruler who does not want to lose his power. In doing so, he wages a phony war, so much of trying to save democracy. He disguises himself under that evil hood, trying not reveal his true self, his true nature. Although only disfigured after some time into the movie, he is long disfigured by his lust and evil intentions. Worse still, he manipulates the trust that Anakin has put on him and drags him into the dark hole.
The relevance of a power-hungry ruler and his phony war to that George Bush and its war against terror is undeniably true and apparent. Let’s just hope it does not have ‘Anakin’ by its side, or perhaps it already does?
Back to Star Wars - Star Wars saga has passed through many generations. Star Wars 4 to 6 were the first movies laden with special effects and believable storyline about the outer space. With its light sabers, space ships and plenty of aliens and planets, it was like watching most boys’ dream came true. Although the technology used was rudimentary by today’s computer standard, everything had to start from somewhere.
The special effects in Star Wars 3 are much better, not just to Parts 4 to 6, but also compared to Parts 1 and 2. The opening battle scenes are splendidly done and fast paced, while the CGI characters (nope, Yoda is no longer a puppet or acted by a small person) are amazingly rendered. Also, watch out for this General Grievous, a strategist with a bad cough, half flesh, and half metal.
The movie also has its unforgettable moments. Like the time when Kenobi defeated General Grievous and the silent moment between Anakin and Amidala, each with their own thoughts and worries. The final duel between Anakin and Kenobi is also rather heart wrenching. We can feel the pain for Kenobi’s failure as a Jedi, a mentor and a big brother as he leaves Anakin behind lying on the ground, defeated.
All in all, this movie leaves behind a breath-taking experience, the best in the prequel trilogy. Its ending completes the whole saga circle. As Lucas had admitted, 60% of the plot is contained in Episode 3, while 20% is in each Episodes 1 and 2. Perhaps, this is the reason why we can’t really fully empathise with Anakin’s struggle; probably due to very bad script, acting and directing in Episodes 1 and 2.
Lucas should have concentrated in building Anakin’s character and put 40% of the plot in just one episode (name it Episode 1). Then, the Clone Wars cartoon should be a movie instead (Episode 2) with modifications here and there. FYI, Clone Wars is a feature length cartoon which shows the events that lead to Episode 3.
But then, that’s just my opinion - I’m no George Lucas. Much can be said about the Star Wars saga, but that would still be not enough. By the way, do you know that works are already in progress to remake Star Wars Episodes 4, 5 and 6?.......................................................................... Hahahaha, gotcha!!!