It's a great movie!

Rating: 10/10 (19 May 1999)

I was hestitant when I first went to see this movie. I heard what the critics said and I was fearful I would see this movie and it would put a major downer on the trilogoy, a set of movies that I love dearly. It's not Star Wars, even George Lucas said that. But Star Wars was one of those magical movies that only come once in a lifetime and we have to move on to new movies.
The Phantom Menance, first off, was a technological wonder. The special effects were the best I have ever seen. Just as some of the critics were stating, the plot was somewhat weak, especially in the middle. But I did not leave disappointed, the action sequences were incredible; they left you breathless at times. And yes, at the end of the movie the audience I was at was on their feet and applauding.
I think George created an excellent movie and he has some good building blocks for the next 2 installments of the movie. The writing needs to be cleaned up some. I'll be seeing this movie at least 3 more times since I promised several kids I know that I would take them to see the movie.