Disappointing? I think not.

Rating: 9/10 (29 June 2002)

WARNING: contains SPOILERS
When all the negtive reviews for the film poored out from critics, I wasn't sure what to expect when I went to see the film for the first time. Never-the-less I was still excited because, hey, its STAR WARS. I have seen it three times now and I was glad that the critics were wrong.
In my opinion, ATTACK OF THE CLONES is the best film yet of the STAR WARS series, not to mention, one of the best films I have ever seen. The special effects were nothing short of spectacular and breathtaking. The love story was rather good and was evenly spaced throughout the film. The acting, like most STAR WARS movies, had its ups and downs. The plot was great and revealed much wanted information, but not all of it. After all, Lucas has to save something for EPISODE III.
Like most people, I didn't have the opportunity to see it on a digitally projected screen, but the special effects were still the best I've ever seen. I thought that the new computer generated Yoda looked great and very life-like. The battle between the Jedi's, clones, and droids was amazing. However, the best part of the film is the lightsaber battle between Yoda and Count Dooku. This scene alone is worth the price of admission.
The love story wasn't great but wasn't bad either. My only complaint is that the dialog could have been better. Hayden, who plays the part of Anakin, wasn't to convincing when saying his lines. However, as the film moved on, Hayden became progressively better with his acting, especially when discussing his feelings towards his mother, Obi Wan, and killing the Tusken Raiders in the village.
I was very impressed by this film, not only for it's visuals, but for it's great story, memorable character's, and quotes. I don't know about the rest of you, but I can't wait for EPISODE III.