Lucus learned from his mistakes in Episode I

Rating: 7/10 (16 May 2002)

I absolutely loved Episode II... it had everything that a Star Wars Movie should have. Episode I catered to a younger audience, with a main character of 8 years old and an unbelievably stupid comic relief in the form of Jar Jar Binks. Without spoiling anything of the movie, I can say they have fixed this. Hayden Christensen comes off magnificently as 19 year old Anakin Skywalker, loyal, confused... and hinting at a dark nature. Ewan McGregor delivers a top notch performance as well, and the exchanges between the two are witty and quite funny. This is the prequel that we all know George Lukas could make... a movie on par with the first three movies. Also, the dreaded "love scenes" between Anakin and Amadalla were masterfully integrated with a mission of Obi-Wans... so as to not loose the interest of those of us who don't wish to see a Star Wars Romance. This movie had everything... action, suspense, romance and a great plot.
Solid 10 out of 10. You've restored my confidence, George!