Two is Better than One

Rating: 7/10 (16 June 2005)

A fine sequel - and a much better film - then The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Attack of the Clones is a visual treat and non-stop action. The story weaves the threads given to us by Lucas in The Phantom Menace and makes all possible in the third installment. This film has the suspense and credibility that the first lacks at places. McGregor is back as Obi Ben. He does a fine job as do Star War stalwarts Samuel Jackson, Frank Oz(as Yoda), the droid actors, Ian McDiarmind, and Natalie Portman. The great horror icon Christopher Lee appears as the nemesis Count Dooku(not crazy about the name either) and is wonderful. The man is in his eighties and still exudes poise and commanding presence. My biggest problem acting-wise is Hayden Christiansen as the soon-to-be-Darth Vadar. I just didn't "buy" him nor found him convincing at all. Fortunately, Lucas's direction, the story, and the awesome CGI effects make that a small quibble rather than a large one. An exhilarating, exciting ride toward explanation and closure to the first three installments of this great space opera.