AT LAST! Justice is given to a great story!

Rating: 8/10 (31 July 2005)

Star Wars has been one of the most successful films, epics, ever created. When George Lucas decided to fill the void with creating Episodes 1, 2 and 3, I felt that at last the mystery and intrigue behind this fantastic story was going to be answered, in the terrific fashion that Episode 4, 5 and 6 were made. I was extremely disappointed with Episode 1 and 2, and therefore could only presume that 3 would just as shocking.
I was wrong. The Finale' of the series went out with more than just a bang, but also an incredible story line that finished off the great series, now to be enjoyed for future generations. Revenge of the Sith displays the transformation of Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) from loyal robotic Paduan of Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGreggor), to confused dysfunctional young man who finally makes the decent into madness, the transformation to Darth Vader. A deep, psychologically thrilling film that explores the deeper psyche of young Skywalker. His love for his now wife, Padme' (Natalie Portman) and his fear of losing her during these troubling times, and her pregnancy, drives him to extremes. The clear faults in his personality, and the emotion behind the text is what makes this film a cut above the others. Action and fighting is all fine for a certain period of time, but the constant repetition of poor script and all action takes its toll on ones patience. This film did not disappoint me! The emotional and much less physical aspects made this film better to digest.
The cinematography was incredible, but this has always been a talent of Lucas. The special effects, were bar-none! I have no doubt that Lucas has sent Star Wars fan into awe, but has converted a substantial amount of viewers. Kudos is much deserved! The acting was well done. I will hand it to Christensen, I thought he was not all that talented, but I know see the depth into his character and why is behavior seemed so robotic. It is quite apparent now that what was once seen as talent-less, is now seen as a correct portrayal of the character. Natalie Portman is beautiful and really I think that is all she really needed to be to fill this character. However, I was pleased with her performance and the fact that she actually is a good actress makes her performance all the more enjoyable. Ewan McGreggor plays a perfect Obi-Wan! I was very happy to see him finish off the films in such a fashion and was very much a Obi-Wan fan afterwards. You can't help it ladies! A great finish to a great story. Justice was given to these great films (with exception to 1 and 2). It left a clear connection between Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker. It was pleasing to see this character be born, and to enjoy the films all over again. A must see!