This movie met every expectation that I was afraid of taking into the film!

Rating: 9/10 (18 May 2005)

WOW! I will be the first to say I am not a die hard Star Wars fan, but a number of us decided to go to the opening screening of the movie, and wow. The film was everything I was hoping it would be.
It is very hard for a movie to remain interesting and hold surprises when viewers know the ending, it is all about nailing how you get to that point of the film, and fear not Star Wars fans...Georgie has not let you down. Many say Episode 1 failed, 2 was good...well 3 is sensational. Individual battles are perfectly paced and shot, and the scripting of the turn was true Lucas gold.
Along with that, the special effects were taken to a completely new level. From scene 1 you know you are in for a visual spectacular. Yoda has never looked so alive.
Hayden did a pleasantly surprisingly top rate job, and Ewan McGregor hit the mark as well, especially in the second half. You could see the actors knew the significance of what they were doing and were desperate not to screw it up. They didn't.
Many people will have reservations about going in for fear of being disappointed, don't worry, you won't be.
I just can't wait to for Episode IV to come out. (that was a joke)