Missed it by that much

Rating: 4/10 (27 May 2005)

I've liked all the episodes so far. I was awaiting this one to see the package wrapped up with a nice bow.
Mr. Lucas had the time and money to write a compelling story with the drama this saga deserved. Unfortunately he missed that mark. Perhaps he is all about the merchandising. Perhaps he assumed we had already bonded with the characters and the need for story development and drama were unnecessary. Either way, he missed a GOLDEN Opportunity for a GREAT film.
The chancellor takes Anakin aside and relates the tale of the dark lord who had the power over death. His apprentice who killed him in his sleep (told as if it were a bad thing). Then he offers Anakin the teaching that will save his bride. Anakin added 2+2 and got five? Then there is the turning ( or was it merely a veer? ). IF Anakin was serious about the Jedi then it should have been more difficult to turn him. Or, it's wrong... 'I'll save Padme' ... OK.. You're my master.
I know I paraphrased, but that seemed to be about it.
I thought the Jedi were cool & unemotional as control is key to their 'religion'. So what was with the angry Windu? I can see the point that was intended to be made. but it was not SOLD in a good story telling fashion.
Perhaps George should have called Ron Howard, or Tom Hanks, or Martin Scorsese to direct this one.