Inspiring ...

Rating: 10/10 (17 May 2002)

There was a reason Lucas did episode 4 first; it isn't that complex. Honestly, 4-6 are really just the good versus evil story that has made the original trilogy so popular. What we are seeing now, is that there is actually more depth than that. Though I felt some of the dialogue was a little forced, and some of the scenes less than perfect, I also felt Episode II was a very complex and difficult film trying to incorporate many very different pieces. In the end, it was a challenge well met. The digital creations performed excellently in actions sequences (though less than perfectly in some other scenes). The backdrops were great, and most of the digital characters (including Yoda) were beautiful. I left pondering the truths of the universe, and totally enthralled by the power of the force. Despite her mediocre acting job, I was also totally in love with Natalie Portman. All in all, a great film that will stand up to repeated viewing.