Fantastic...Really!

Rating: 9/10 (23 July 1999)

I read the novel before I saw the film opening day, so I mostly knew what to expect. I was not disappointed. I've seen it five times now, and between each viewing I think about the flaws it has, but when I see the film again, I remember why I wasn't disappointed. The reason is the same reason I love the original trilogy: great storytelling. Sure, The Phantom Menace has flaws, but as an overall film, it's great. One of the best films to come out in a very long time I think. I just think that some people forget why they like movies: for a good story. Isn't that what Citizen Kane was all about?