Much to enjoy if you ignore the hype.

Rating: 10/10 (3 April 2000)

I liked this film. I genuinely thought it was cool. Being twenty years of age now, I grew up with the first three films, and they changed my life. If I was a child now, this movie would've made a difference to me. A lot of people have missed the point here. It's supposed to be a children's movie, but there's still much for adults to enjoy; The PodRace, the political shenanigans, the relationship between Qui-Gon and Shmi. I could go on, but there are so many great moments to enjoy. Ewan and particularly Liam are fine in their roles, and everyone does a pretty good job. Even the dialogue doesn't have you chewing your fists like 'Return of the Jedi' does. The self-parody, the set-pieces and the amazing effects make this a film to cherish. Take away all the hype, and you're left with one of the finest blockbusters of recent years.