Less of a Turkey

Rating: 4/10 (21 May 2005)

I grew up when the original movie came out but despite being a massive Sci-Fi fan I just didn't rate it or the two follow ups.
In recent years my friends have dragged me along to suffer through episodes 1&2. Thankfully last night's viewing was a little less tedious.
The plot is still pretty dumb (my wife is pregnant and I'm worried about the birth I think I'll turn to the dark side instead of consulting a doctor - doesn't say much for their National Health Service), there are plenty of pointless cuts away from interesting fight scenes, and loads of CGI landscape shots that initially impress then ultimately bore.
There are some good fight scenes though. I would say you'd really have to be a fan of Star Wars to be impressed but one of my mates who would normally describe himself as such actually fell asleep a couple of times (okay he'd been work/travelling for nearly two days but still....) I just hope the promise is kept and we don't have to sit through another three of these!