Entertaining

Rating: 8/10 (28 July 1999)

The critics were confounded with Star Wars episode VI and have again been confounded with The Phantom Menace. The public love the film and flock to it in droves. George Lucas must have the formula just right.
The film is pure action and entertainment all the way. Combine this with some "mystical elements" which appeal to the audiences need for a spiritual dimension and it all adds up to a great film.
We could get bogged down with philosophical questions such as "What constitutes a great film?" But what the hell - it is a film to be enjoyed and experienced. Enjoy and experience it then Mr Critic!!
Keep it up George. I look forward to seeing Palpatine in action as Darth Sidious - The Phantom Menace.