The Franchise Strikes Back

Rating: 8/10 (3 September 2005)

Star Wars Episode 3 Revenge Of The Sith
It's really a great fun film. It brought back Star Wars and brought back some life to the franchise again. They hit the right note with the prequels this time around, its just a pity they didn't for Episode 2.
One good thing about it is the progression of the acting. Ewan's performance is really good in this one and much better than in the other two. He portrays a young Guiness Obi Wan for some parts while adding himself to the role. It works and it bridges the character gap. Hayden's performance is also that bit better. It seems this film suited him more but he had some bad lines to work with. Natalie Portman was good in all of the films in my opinion and seems to be one of the great actresses of this generation. However, she doesn't have really have a large role in this and doesn't get too much screen time. I would have preferred to have seen more of her in it. Samuel Jackson can't go wrong either. Another strong strong actor in a film with some wooden dialogue (and acting from some of the cast). However Ian McDiarmid steals the show. He is a superb actor that deserves more work in film and TV and it shows in this.
Episode III also has a fantastic soundtrack from John Williams. Its the most darkest one he has done and at the same time, the most enchanting and haunting and it brings it together.
The special effects are like they were in Episode 1 and 2 however it seems to be that bit crisper. The lightsaber fights are also awesomely done.
Why did I give this film an 8? Its not a perfect film and it does have its *cringe* moments but overall its sound for Lucas' type of film and thats what the rating is on. As a Star Wars film it is a great film and as a film in general it works surprisingly well.
It also bridges the gap between the saga and I've said it really all works.