A good bridge between PT and OT; very moving

Rating: 8/10 (24 June 2005)

Overall, I was very satisfied with this movie. It is easily better than Episodes 1 & 2, although I didn't hate those movies like many of you do. In this movie good and evil clash unlike in any other Star Wars movie, with evil winning out. The movie is quite dark, even darker than 'Empire', well worth the PG-13 rating. I applaud Lucas for going for that in this movie, especially since the story warrants it. Even though we know that Anakin is going to choose the Dark Side in this film, Lucas still grips us and creates great emotional tension. I kept wishing in my mind that he(Anakin) wouldn't do it, but of course he does. That's the sign of a good filmmaker when he/she can do that to an audience even when they know what to expect.
I have to mention that most of the dialogue is still not very good, but it is better than Eps. 1 & 2. And lastly, on a positive note, John Williams' score is excellent and moving, perfectly defining the moments of the film. It is so good that I bought it, and I rarely buy movie scores or soundtracks. The bonus DVD is an added treat as well.