Looks more like the original trilogy

Rating: 10/10 (20 November 2002)

Star Wars: Attack of the Clones harkens back to the sense of wonder, awe and excitement generated by the original trilogy. Sure, Phantom Menace had moments of awe and wonder (such as the underwater city, the first time we see Coruscant) but the characters were not as well fleshed out. It was an introduction, after all.
In Attack of the Clones, George Lucas not only creates a sense of awe and wonder in the beautiful vistas (Kamino and the Lars Homestead being the most beautiful) but also in the characters and ongoing story.
It is remarkable to see the Sith playing both sides as they orchestrate their dominance of the galaxy. It is also remarkable to see Anakin Skywalker forging his identity and laying the groundwork for his date with destiny in Return of the Jedi.
This movie is really about the death of the Republic, both through the creation of a massive army which will be used to save millions, but also in the creation of the slippery slope that Anakin Skywalker will travel down to ensure the death of that Republic.
And it is all a joy to watch.
10/10