What A Wasted Opportunity!

Rating: 1/10 (15 February 2007)

Despite all the ridiculous complaining by many Star Wars fans about the previous two Star Wars films being inadequate, this is, by far, the weakest of the current trilogy series. Sure it has magnificent special effects and plenty of shocking scenes. But its all about the story, stupid! Unlike the previous two Star Wars films, which were masterpieces, this finale left me feeling empty, disappointed and a bit annoyed. Maybe the actors were exhausted by an oppressive director. Or, perhaps George Lucas is getting burned out, like his scenes in the volcano. Whatever the reason, Revenge of the Sith certainly didn't capture my imagination like previous Star Wars films did!
I also found it annoying that George Lucas would force me to suspend every iota of disbelief by watching a rather lengthy hand-to-hand combat scene take place inches above roiling volcano lava! When its all over, one character practically explodes, while the other has only one tiny burn mark on his clothes! It borders on camp, something George Lucas should be truly ashamed of!
Nor did I find it the least bit believable to see Anikin become so totally clueless, utterly naive and a cold blooded killer of children, all at the same time. Its just not realistic to turn him into such a utter moron!
George you blew it! Next time you make a movie don't listen to your critics and focus groups. You have the money and power, just make a film from the heart! If you're tired, and out of ideas, get a copy of "Anatomy Of Wonder: A Critical Guide to Science Fiction," edited by Neil Barron, and unleash the genius within!