The Circle is Almost Complete

Rating: 9/10 (18 May 2002)

It could be argued that in producing a prequel trilogy, Mr Lucas has taken all of the suspense from the storyline. After all we know exactly where the plot is going; Anakin becomes nasty, has two children somewhere along the line, Obi Wan dies in battle etc etc. However, in Episode II those who have followed the films will at last begin to get a full glimpse of George's vision.
In ATOTC we begin to see subtle, yet consistent connections with the first trilogy and this is a new thrill that has not been experienced during any of the other releases. In the context of the other Star Wars films, it becomes apparent that the entire story is really just a tale of family and relationships and the rest of the movies are enriched as a result of this.

Episode III we await, until then in this one the circle is almost complete...